This past week brought just as many new opportunities as the last. I was fortunate to substitute for a wide variety of classes ranging from math to english. Having the opportunity to interact with a range of students was really enjoyable and allowed me to take on the challenge of entering a classroom, reading over the lesson plan and doing my best to deliver a meaningful lesson. I’m developed excellent rapport with many students throughout the school, which makes for a warm and welcoming atmosphere to be apart of it. However I think the credit should go towards the students and staff who place such an emphasis on community and friendship here at Fraser Academy. On Tuesday I was given the opportunity to help out with the senior track meet, however this time around I was given the challenging role of marshalling. Essentially it was my job to organize heats for over 10 different events and roughly 300 students. Needless to say it was a busy 8 hours, but overall a very rewarding experience. Once again it was such a joy to watch students push themselves and strive to do their best in the extra curricular events. In addition to this phenomenal track and field event I was privileged to watch the secondary students perform on Wednesday night in the schools various bands. Now these bands are far from the norm, we’re not talking trumpets, violins and tubas; no we’re talking about electric and bass guitars, drums, keyboard and unreal vocals. There were 10 performances ranging from grade 8-12 and a teachers band. The performances were exceptional, I was seriously blown away by the talent that these students possess. It was one of the best 2 hours of music I have witnessed in a while. There is something so special about seeing students outside the school environment, doing what the love and work so hard on in their free time. Really helps put into perspective that these are young incredible minds and their potential and talent is tremendous. Throughout the week I also have had the opportunity to teach earth sciences, a subject outside my area of expertise. It has been a great little challenge and has been really enjoyable to teach. The students are so polite and eager, we got our hands on some rocks and dove into the subject head first. I’m eagerly looking forward to my last week and the many opportunities and challenges it will present.