In
June, our school held their annual Technical Day. Technical Day was held on a Saturday. The weeks leading up to the actual event were
a buzz with activity both in and outside the classrooms. The myriad of preparations, practices, and projects
made for a very busy time around here.
Technical
Day is a day where students showcase all they have and are learning both
academically and technically. Students
also perform dance, showcase how to decoratively skirt a table, frost and
decorate a cake, fold table napkins into fancy designs, and set a table for a
formal meal. Many projects, and other
work that students have done in various classes are put on displayed to show
their learning and skills.
I,
along with Danita (fellow LMH missionary) and another teacher, were in charge
of displaying student work for the English Department. Also, Ms. Mirio (teacher) and I, were in
charge of the arts and crafts group and displayed some of the crafts students
made. I taught students how to create
beautiful wall art from toilet roll paper holders, spray paint and
embellishments. I was very proud of
their work. They created beautiful wall
art.
The
actual day of the event was a great success.
Many parents and family members attended, and a good time was had by
all. The students proudly displayed
and/or performed to show their skills, and parents were beaming with pride!
In
July, we had a Sports Day where our students competed against each other in
various sports and activities. During
the year, our students are separated into four different color groups…red,
blue, green and yellow. They are given a
sports uniform top in the color of the group they belong to. (FYI, the groups are called “houses” here. I,
along with another teacher, was in charge of the Green house.)
The
days leading up to the actual Sports Day, again found us busy with practices
and meetings with our “house.” Each
house was asked to do a special precision march, create a cheer/chant, and
design a “house” flag.
On
the actual day, we gathered in front of the school office, took some pictures and off
we went to the soccer stadium/park next door.
The sisters rented space for the day.
Parents also were invited to join the fun. Student Houses competed in soccer and
volleyball. Then we all settled down for some lunch (picnic/potluck
style).
