International Baccalaureate: CAS

 24-25.12.2021 Series: about 5h The purpose of this activity is to take care of an acquaintance's cat during Christmas time. I was given a huge responsibility and I was excited. The action entailed feeding, spending time and cleaning after it's messes. Ethical considerations include taking precise care of the cat and making sure it's safe, while its' owners are out of town. Risk assessment include the unpredictable nature of animals, such as scratching or biting. At first I was bit anxious, since I've never taken care of a cat before, as I'm not really a cat person. However, we got along fine well spent a great time while FaceTiming the owners. I learned about how animals behave and how to get along with them better. The activity was full of issues that had to be taken into consideration, including the previously mentioned ethical and safety issues. I did not survive without a scratch or a bite and I'm relatively sure that I will not be getting a cat in the ...

13/12/2021 Single: about 2h (the visit 1h, the slideshow 1h) Aim of the service is to introduce what the subject is and how is studied in our school, Kannaksen lukio on daily basis. Our job was to help middle schoolers with Yhteishaku (joined application), when they apply for secondary education. Ethical considerations include spreading correct information truthfully. The service was done at middle school of Tiirismaa (Tiirismaan yläaste) to a ninth grade English class. Most Finns that go to middle school in English, are most likely to be seen on the IB later on. Many were interested by asking questions and engaging with us, so goal achieved.  We as a group presented information on English (both A and B) and Economics, as well as general information about the IB Programme. I was quite successful, but lacked time, because of the middle school lesson durations (45 mins). Besides the challenges faced, it was a great learning experience and we were much appreciated there! I wish we cou...

9/12/2021 Single: 1h Playing pool with my friend, sponsored by Liikkuva Lukio -movement ('Sporty' upper secondary school). We were provided free access to this billiard hall, which was super great and appreciated! We love to play pool and are all-right in it. To be honest, this time we were struggling a bit, since we were absolutely starving. Focusing is definitely an area of development.  Billiard is one of the greatest sports I've tried and I always enjoy playing it. I'm eager to learn more and to develop my skills. It is also a great way to get together with friends and family and bond with them. We also play pool during school days quite frequently.  Edit in December 2022: I have developed in billiard a lot ;)

12/2021 Series: 3h Purpose of the activity is to get familiar with kickboxing and find out, whether it is something worth doing in the future. Timeline is in December for total of three hours.  Materials needed include appropriate clothing and boxing gloves. All facilities and needed materials are covered by Lahden Kamppailulajikeskus, and no previous skills are needed. Risk assessment concerning fighting activities are practicing carefully under professional supervision and in case of an injury, contacting a doctor. Taking care of nutrition and knowing own limits is crucial. Ethical considerations include  not  using the skills learned in an illegal way and an agreement must be signed before attending any fighting course. Action happens for 1 hour, three consequent weeks. Practices include a warm-up, stretching, boxing and kicking combos and a cool-down. All actions vary each time. Aim is to learn different new techniques and learning how and when to use them. Developing...

4/12/2021 Single: about 1h Cooking and serving a birthday brunch for my dad's 47th birthday. Croissants, Karelian pies with traditional Finnish eggsalad, cake, coffee, drinks... Making and baking croissants and Karelian pies in the oven, and setting the table in a festive way. Risk assessment includes using heat and sharp objects carefully. Rewarding to see both parents glad and surprised. The whole brunch had an enjoyable atmosphere and food was delicious. It's has been a tradition in our family to cook brunch for the one, who's birthday were celebrating, for as long as I can remember. And I absolutely love it! Great way to show affection.