“I find the dimensions and possibilities of diplomacy to be enthralling and joining Model United Nations has immersed me in a simulation of what a politicized environment would entail. Tackling human rights concerns, security issues, and assessing the shifting cultural and political paradigms of our world are just some of the potential situations you face…
“If you were to sum up your experience at We Day in one word, how would you describe it?” “INCREDIBLE” Tefani & Cimone, 17
“This year I just came back from France participating in an international lifesaving competition. It was really cool to meet people around the world. I might go to Japan or Australia to compete again next year.” Matt, 16
“I’ve been making short films since grade 9. I like everything bit of it because you get to create and write a story, then go out with your friends and laugh while filming. Then you get home and laugh again when you go to edit. It’s the only thing I know how to do very…
“We’ve been performing together for as long as we can remember.” Veselka, Ukrainian Dance, 15-17
“Did you know that you kind of look like your dog?” “Yup!” Sarah, 16
“We’re raising money to provide education for kids in Africa. Since you’re our valued customer, we’ll go steal napkins from the cafeteria for you.” Operation Education, 15-17
“You’re taking only cores the entire year? How in the world do you manage?” “Well, dancing really helps me get through the day. It helps me live in the moment and forget about the stresses of school.” Rebecca, 15
“What are your thoughts on post secondary?” Instead of answering, he just made this face. Josh, 17
“It’s cold, can we go back inside now?” Mayor’s Youth Council, Public Relations Committee, 15-17
“One of the greatest things about a leader is not the idea of recognition, nor the high prestige, but the fundamental principle and notion that the person in charge is always the first person to stand up and make a difference on the team. Throughout my life, that’s the type of person I’ve always tried…
“This spring, I went to Peru to volunteer at a boy’s home for troubled youth. It was amazing, but it was tough at times to see people my age or younger experiencing things that kids should never have to go through.” Mira, 15
“I was just doing my thing and it just happened randomly. I was getting into the car and I had a spontaneous lung collapse. So that’s kind of affecting my music in a huge way, I’ve had some really cool opportunities because of it but I haven’t been able to play my trumpet, something that…