CAS Blog – Rural Immersion at Ambapani Experience DescriptionThe Rural Immersion trip to Ambapani was a six-day experience that allowed me to step out of my urban routine and immerse myself in village life. I engaged in activities such as trekking, mud lipan, Warli painting, basket making, and bird watching, which gave me exposure to […]
Author: Vansh Trivedi
PickleBall Tournament : Play2BeatCancer
Experience DescriptionI participated in a pickleball tournament organized by Play2BeatCancer, an NGO that uses sports to raise awareness and funds for cancer. The tournament was both physically demanding and socially meaningful, as it combined the excitement of competition with the opportunity to support a global issue. Through this experience, I was able to challenge myself […]
Organizing a Math Trivia Contest : CAS project
LO1: Identify Own Strengths and Develop Areas for GrowthOrganizing the Math Trivia Tournament allowed me to assess both my strengths and areas for improvement. I realized that my ability to create engaging and challenging math questions was a key strength, as I ensured the difficulty level was balanced for all participants. However, I identified my […]
PI day – Creativity
Pi Day wasn’t just about celebrating a mathematical constant it was about making math exciting interactive and accessible to everyone. As the overall stall coordinator I had the responsibility of managing multiple booths while also leading hands-on demonstrations of math and physics simulators. Watching students engage with abstract concepts in a way that actually made […]
Teaching Frisbee: A Journey of Growth, Sportsmanship, and Impact – Service
Introduction Frisbee has always been an enjoyable sport for me, something I picked up back in Grade 9 and 10. While I was never an elite player, I understood the mechanics well enough to throw decent forehands and backhands. When the opportunity arose to coach younger students in frisbee, I saw it as a chance […]
University Fair – A Learning Experience in Organization and Service – Creativity
Introduction The University Fair was an exciting opportunity for me to contribute to my school community while gaining valuable experience in event coordination, problem-solving, and teamwork. As a volunteer, my primary responsibilities included assisting university representatives with setting up booths, managing logistical concerns, and ensuring smooth communication between students and institutions. This experience required strong […]
Cross Country Running – A Test of Endurance and Perseverance – Activity
As part of my CAS experience, I embarked on a cross-country running challenge where I completed 3, 3K runs ( two consecutively and 1 one week apart). This journey was far from easy. I faced multiple challenges such as the heat, improper running gear, and my own lack of fitness. However, by pushing through these […]
Bal Mela Volunteering – Service
Bal Mela was an intense yet rewarding experience that pushed me beyond my comfort zone. Tasked with teaching basketball to a large group of underprivileged children in scorching heat, I encountered various challenges ranging from language barriers to managing an energetic crowd of over 30 kids in one session and over 400 overall with only […]