A few of us with our beloved principal. And a very happy security guard.
Lebaran was nearby, which meant fasting was almost over. The Muslims would celebrate as they asked for forgiveness from their family and friends this time of year. For them it was like Christmas, the time of joy and happiness.
We live in Indonesia. And although we may not have the same beliefs and religion, we must respect with great honor the values of others. Since most of the staff at school celebrated this wondrous event, we thought that it would be great to show a little appreciation to those we often take for granted. It was a great way to make others feel good about themselves, and also a brilliant way to start off our first CAS this academic year, with my batch finally at the top; finally the oldest students at school.
Thus we began collecting. There was no minimum amount, it was all a matter of how much you're willing to give. Whatever the amount was, it was highly appreciated. Along with some teachers, the now grade 12 class to chipped in a total estimate of RP4000000. This was divided among the staff at school, including security guards, caregivers, the cleaning service as well as technicians. Eventually, everyone got a share, even those who weren't celebrating this event as we wanted to make everyone feel equally special.
The best part was giving it to them. At first we called them to our classroom for distribution, but since some of them were on duty, we had to take matters to our own hands and track their location one by one. It was like a mission: Everyone must be found. Do not let anyone get on the loose. *Queue Liam Neeson* I will find you. And I will give your share to you.
Learning outcomes checklist:
4. Worked collaboratively with others
Since we had to track down every single one of the staff, it was impossible to do it alone or in one group. We split up and tried to find as many staff as possible, searching the whole school for security guards as well as cleaning personal.
5. Shown perseverance and commitment in their activities
Finding the staff was not easy, some even left the school to get lunch and we had to wait for them to come back, and we wouldn't stop until everyone got the little envelopes of joy.
6. Engaged with issues of global importance
Much like Christmas to us, this event is really special to them. It is our job as IB students to make them feel welcomed and accepted in their own little way, and this token of appreciation is a good way to start.
7. Considered the ethical implications of their actions
Of course, as any other religious events, we must watch out for the words that come out of our mouth. We were sure to be polite and nice to the staff, as we did not want to offend any of them.
Since we had to track down every single one of the staff, it was impossible to do it alone or in one group. We split up and tried to find as many staff as possible, searching the whole school for security guards as well as cleaning personal.
5. Shown perseverance and commitment in their activities
Finding the staff was not easy, some even left the school to get lunch and we had to wait for them to come back, and we wouldn't stop until everyone got the little envelopes of joy.
6. Engaged with issues of global importance
Much like Christmas to us, this event is really special to them. It is our job as IB students to make them feel welcomed and accepted in their own little way, and this token of appreciation is a good way to start.
7. Considered the ethical implications of their actions
Of course, as any other religious events, we must watch out for the words that come out of our mouth. We were sure to be polite and nice to the staff, as we did not want to offend any of them.
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