Who would have thought that a small group of 30 high school seniors can organize and run a big event? Thanks to them, the Tech Fair 2009 happened.
As a teacher, it has been my desire to see students run, organize, work a school event. The previous fair was a steeping stone for it made us all see that to transfer the leadership and management of a school event is possible. Living in a community where teachers are the main workers of an event, the concept of the Fair was not totally accepted at first.
This year’s Tech Fair I owe to this group of 30 seniors who made it all come true. From the little things and taking it all on stage, they really stand out. Such hardworking, creative, resourceful and energetic teenagers proved that young they may be, but are capable and responsible of such big tasks.
Mistakes, misunderstandings, lapses, and errors are common in handling an event. But these are the reasons why Fairs each year differs from each other because we see to it that we make rooms for improvement.
Many thanks to the dynamic artistic duo of John Ramel and Josef-the designs of the program and stage are great. Your technical abilities combines with your love for graphics really amazed me. The stylish recycled-inspired fashion show led by designer Angel was a hit. You continually unfold surprises and I truly admire the artist in you.
I would like to also express my thanks to the ever dependable Irish Asperga who’s laptop serviced a lot of demanding and challenging jobs.
I was taken by surprised when Ena and Aura produced the needed contestant numbers; such resourcefulness combined with creativity is truly amazing. I hope that the owner of those plastic flowers never knew what you did to those poor things.
I discovered that when morena-beauty Iryx combines her beauty and charm, she’s a sensation to see.
The quiet reserved Griffin with good-looking yet Hard-to-get Victor, I appreciated in seeing the way you get the job done by working together . I appreciated the quiet assurance of the presence of gentle Johanna whose always composed and relaxed even when others were panicking. I was happy to see Moses and Charles present and providing assistance and support to their classmates as well.
The unique glittering recycled-inspired sashes, my admiration to its uniqueness and distinctive art. I marvel at those skillful fingers and creative minds of Jael, Jan kristy, Iryx, Loqui, Jona, Chinee,Pink and Seychelle.
The clever suggestion of giving Plate Trophies, courtesy of Keziah, Michelle, Nikko and Ruben, I just can’t help but smile at your endless resources of ideas. The cd-inspired leis were eye-catchers as well. I admire the endless supply of creative ideas of Meri Joules,April Aplicador, Exmundo, Kwesi and Chiqui. Keep it up.
And lastly, to lovely June Angeli whose leadership is such an inspiration to those who wanted to walk the path you tread on. Beauty and Brains, that’s what you really are.
So many Aprils’ and Irishs’ names, I get confused all the time.
There are some things from your high school experiences that you will always carry with you for the rest of your lives and I know that there are some memories that you would choose to forget. But when you all look back at those experiences, you will see your classmates, friends and hopefully teachers … the ones who got you all through everything and hope and see that you will realize how lucky you are to have, know and love them.
Remember this passage from the Word of God,”For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord,” plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’ Jeremiah 29:11.
As Confucious said, wherever you go, go with your heart. The future belongs to those who believe in their dreams.
Thank you for being part of my dreams, now its your time to make your dreams come true. God Bless.