Eliopa

Assembly Presentation

6/6/2019

Sir confirmed to us that the Assembly Presentation will be on the 30th of May. I was honestly excited because that's my birthday. Well, guess what! It didn't happened on May 30th because it was a half day, and there was no assembly. So, they postponed it to the 6th of June. I was excited because I thought I'd be getting my certificate on my birthday, but oh well I don't mind getting it a week after my birthday.
Last time I walked across the stage was last year's prize giving. So, today was pretty exciting. Also, I didn't tell anyone about me going to Japan except some of my friends. When my name got called out in assembly, I could see some of my classmates looking surprised! It was kind of funny. But, having students coming up to me, saying "congratulations" made my day!

Special Thank You to our sponsors, "Novotel Hotel". Thank you for sponsoring us! See you all at the Celebration Dinner!

Exchange Prep

1/6/2019

Exchange prep is where we, exchange students, prepare ourselves for this exchange. We have this class every Thursday with Ali Sensei from 3:30 to 5. The best thing about this class is getting to know the other 5 exchange students that I will be travelling to Japan with. Especially when I just met half of them when I applied for this scholarship. I actually love this class and it is something I look forward to every Thursday after school. Few more weeks to go and we're off!! LESSHHGOOOO!!

I can never take these kids serious. goshhh hahahaha

Nihongo 日本語

20/5/2019

Well, learning the language was something that I was looking forward to when I applied for the scholarship. We had our Japanese lessons every Friday after school from 1:30-2:30 with an amazing teacher Yumiko Sensei. It wasn't easy nor hard, but it was interesting.
In these lessons, I learned a lot. On our first lesson I was abled to write my name in Japanese, and also how to introduce myself. I thought that was actually cool. But guess what was even cooler THE FOOD! That was one of the best things we did, was trying Japanese food. Ooh, the food was OISHII! It was something different compared to the food I eat every day. I was also proud of myself because I finally figured out how to use chopsticks.
The lessons were AMAZING! Loved everything! Even though there were lessons where I could not stop laughing but I still managed to stay focused. Well, If you know me then you should know that I laugh at anything. hehehehe
I also felt cool saying "yes, I can introduce myself and also a few words" to a question that I was asked by many which were, "Can you speak Japanese?". :))
Well, I wouldn't be able to learn all this stuff and feel this way if it wasn't for our amazing teacher, Yumiko Sensei. Preparing everything, making sure that we're up to date, making us food, enduring my immaturity, and always willing to help us. So, thank you Yumiko Sensei.

LESSHHHGGOO!!!

27/3/2019

Made it through the first two rounds and It was finally coming to an end. Today, was the day I found out if I made it through or not. The thoughts of me not making it in made me scared and nervous, but I still managed to put on a big smile. Everyone was sitting in a semi-circle. I sat in the middle and all I could do was just smiling. I looked around at the finalists and I couldn't believe I've made it this far. Mr Ali was talking, I heard and listened to every word he said but my mind was thinking of something else. As Mr Ali was handing out the envelopes, I was so excited. I was the last person to receive my envelope. As I got it on my hands, I held it tight and started feeling it and It felt thick. It felt like there were more than just one paper inside. Positive thoughts start coming into mind. "They wouldn't use more than one paper to tell me that I didn't make it through." I planned to open it with my friends but I couldn't wait any longer. I slightly opened the envelope and all I wanted to see was either "Congratulations.." or "Unfortunately...". When I saw the word "Congratulations...." under my name, I didn't know If I should scream, laugh, cry or start jumping. I was over joy. I was supper dupper proud of myself. I rushed outside and couldn't wait to tell my friends the good news. Mostly couldn't wait to go home and tell my parents.
When I got home, my parents were very happy for me. They told me that they're very proud of me. Hearing these words and especially from my parents is all I want. And, I just want to thank them for all the love and supports that kept me going. The school and mostly Novotel for this opportunity and also myself for not giving up. Most importantly, I want to thank man above, Heavenly Father, for everything. If it wasn't for him I wouldn't be where I am today. I am grateful, thankful and blessed.
Japan, I will see you in July!! Lesshhggoooo!!