Art Gallery

This week I went to the Zachęta Art Gallery to see a exhibition concerning religion. It was quite interesting and did bring up many controversial issues. Some authors showed elements of certain religions, which they found disturbing or unethical, whereas some showed a new and more original outlook towards the mass beliefs. The many artists, whose work was shown in the gallery showed their own interpretation of gods, in one of the works Kanye West was portrayed as one. In my opinion, this exhibition was truly eye opening and gave me a different view of modern religion. Another piece of artwork which caught my attention was a video, showing Izolda falling into water, which was slowed down. It was quite magnificent, and had many fascinating interpretations. According to the description it was meant to show her ascending into heaven. Overall I think this was a valuable experience and has awoken my appreciation of modern art. I will definitely plan more visits to this gallery in the future.

Letter Writing Marathon

The final preparations for Amnesty Internationals event have taken place (hanging extra posters, preparing the classrooms). I genuinely hope that it will be a success! 

Gym

Two days ago me and by class mate went to Jatomi Fitness (Zodiak) gym. It was my first time there and I am thinking of signing up. I was able to try out different work-out machines and had a lot of fun doing it.

Learning outcomes: Increased their awareness of strengths and areas for growth, perseverance and commitment in their activities, developed new skills.

Amnesty International Posters

Last week I stayed at school after lesson to make posters for the Amnesty International Letter Writing Marathon. We tried to make posters, which will be creative and engage people who see them hanging on the corridor.

1. Increased their awareness of their strengths and areas for growth.
2. Undertaken new challenges.
3. Planned and initiated activities.
4. Worked collaboratively with others.
5. Shown perseverance and commitment in their activities.
6. Engaged with issues of global importance.

Jogging

I try to go for jogging as often as I can in the week, however it is really hard to find time for the considering my schedule. Here is a screenshot of my last run:

Learning outcomes: Increased their awareness of strengths and areas for growth, perseverance and commitment in their activities, developed new skills.

Tennis

As for action I have been playing tennis at the sports club "Spójnia". I really enjoy playing this sport. It is a very good option for me to have these lessons once a week since I am not a very active person.

Learning outcomes: Increased their awareness of strengths and areas for growth, perseverance and commitment in their activities, developed new skills.

Guitar

I have been playing the electric guitar for a few years now. Though I am not yet too good at it, I am trying to master some of my favourite songs. I am currently practising the intro for "I bet that you look good on the dancefloor" by the Arctic Monkeys. For now I am learning on my own, yet I think I will enroll in some classes in the nearby future.

Learning outcomes: 

Increased awareness of their strengths and areas for growth.
Undertaken new challenges.
Perseverance and commitment in their activities.
Developed new skills.

Amnesty International

Yesterday, after lessons Amnesty International had its first meeting after the summer vacation. We greeted the new members and discussed our plans for the future. We talked about how we are going to organise this years Letter Writing Marathon and other happenings. I volunteered to manage Amnesty's facebook page and to help with the promotion of our events. I am looking forward to our future activities.

1. Undertaken new challenges.
2. Planned and initiated activities.
3. Worked collaboratively with others.
4. Shown perseverance and commitment in their activities.
5. Engaged with issues of global importance.

For service I shall dedicate my time to helping others- like a proper IB student should!