Reflection:
As the OC Head of the school’s farewell party for the Grade 12 batch, I was entrusted with the enormous responsibility of planning and executing one of the most emotional events of the year—as a complete surprise. From managing dance rehearsals and décor to coordinating logistics and communication with teachers, the project tested every part of my organizational, emotional, and creative capacity.

LO1 – Identify own strengths and develop areas for growth
Before this event, I considered myself good at delegation but often hesitated to speak assertively in large groups. Being OC Head pushed me to grow. I had to manage multiple sub-teams, settle creative differences, and ensure tasks were being completed on time. I found that I was strongest at handling pressure and motivating others with empathy—but I also learned to assert boundaries and manage time more strictly.

LO2 – Demonstrate that challenges have been undertaken, developing new skills in the process
One of the biggest challenges was secrecy—since the farewell was a surprise for the 12th graders, everything had to be coordinated in complete silence. Managing rehearsals without getting caught, storing décor materials in hidden locations, and scheduling around their classes required extreme creativity and discretion. I developed logistical foresight and risk-planning skills I had never used before.

LO3 – Demonstrate how to initiate and plan a CAS experience
This project involved weeks of planning. I created a detailed timeline with checkpoints, budget estimates, prop and costume lists, and team rosters. I had to communicate regularly with teachers, ensure approval for venue setups, and lead daily check-ins with the dance and décor teams. My planning included backup plans for last-minute mishaps and constant monitoring of progress.

LO4 – Show perseverance and commitment in CAS experiences
There were many moments when things went wrong—music files didn’t export, some team members missed rehearsals, vendors canceled, and time was always tight. But I stayed committed throughout, staying back after school, coming early for coordination, and personally taking charge when sub-teams needed help. I learned that commitment isn’t just about showing up—it’s about holding the vision together when others are struggling.

LO5 – Demonstrate the skills and recognize the benefits of working collaboratively
I worked with dancers, artists, logistics volunteers, and even teachers and administrative staff. Every group had a different working style. I learned to adjust my communication depending on who I was talking to—being detailed with décor, flexible with dance, and formal with staff. Collaboration helped me build stronger interpersonal skills and showed me how much collective energy goes into a successful event.

LO7 – Recognize and consider the ethics of choices and actions
I made a conscious effort to keep the event inclusiveensuring everyone from the batch was represented in videos, songs, and messages. We avoided inside jokes or references that would exclude anyone. Budgeting ethically was also important we reused materials from past events, avoided excess food wastage, and made sure each spending decision had a purpose.