Today, we continue our observance of National Literacy Day. This year the theme is Promoting responsible expression: Literacy for integrity, empathy and respect.
Do you remember what is Literacy?
Basically, it is how communicate and gain meaning.
Literacy is essential to our achieving success in school, obtaining a job, taking care of ourselves and making society better.
This year’s theme highlights the importance of improving society by being responsible with our expressions (oral, written etc.).
It reminds us that as literate individuals, our expressions should enhance, repair and advance our relationships and by extension our nation.
This is crucial to remember because if we are not careful, our expressions can quickly crumble and damage any bond or connection.
Our expressions should be empathetic, respectful, honest and encouraging.
We should not only consider WHAT we say but HOW we say it and consequently, WHEN to say it.
To sum it up:
“Literacy is a bridge from misery to hope.” ― Kofi Anan
“It is beautiful to express love and even more beautiful to feel it.” ― Dejan Stojanovic
Hey, hey, hey, cubs! Gather around because Sports Day was lit this year! First of all, can we talk about the fierce competition between the houses? I swear, it felt like the 100-meter dash was a race for gold… and pride. Roro and Geo from GREEN HOUSE?!? They were on fire, blowing everyone away with a time that had the crowd cheering like crazy. The way they crossed that finish line? Iconic. But hold up, don’t forget about Trevy, RED HOUSE’S star long jumper! He totally nailed the distance and, rumor has it, he’s been practicing on the down-low.
And, let’s just say, the relay teams weren’t all sunshine and rainbows. There were definitely some awkward baton passes. I’m not naming names but let’s just say… that handoff was a disaster. You could cut the tension with a knife!
But, the real drama? Team spirit, or the lack of it! All houses had their football squad on point, totally hyped up. However the support in the cheering section has dwindled. Honestly, I don’t know if they were there for sports or just there for the dress up.
So, there you have it, folks. The legends were made (green house) the blunders were seen (blue and yellow), and the gossip? It’s just beginning.
Stay tuned for more updates, because trust me, we haven’t even scratched the surface!
