Mock Interviews, Hero Boards, and Student Exhibition (Session 1, Week 7)

Welcome to Launchpad’s seventh week! This marks the final week of our first session, and what a way to wrap things up!

Genre: Am I Hired? Mock Interviews

This week brought the event we had been preparing for throughout the session: our mock job interviews!

In the weeks leading up to the interviews, we emailed prospective “employers,” received their responses, and scheduled our interviews. When the big day arrived, we answered questions about why we wanted the positions, what experience and qualifications we could offer, and how we could contribute to our future “companies.”

We also had the chance to ask questions of our own to learn more about the positions we were applying for.

So, did we get hired? That’s a question you’ll have to ask your Launchpadder!

Quest: Our Next Great Adventure on a Board

The next time you walk down the hallway, you’ll notice that the wall next to the Launchpad rooms is no longer empty. It’s now covered with our very own Hero Boards!

Over the past week and a half, we have drafted, designed, and revised our boards to represent who we are. Each one reflects its creator’s personality, interests, and journey. And I have to say, they all look wonderful!

Civ: Architecture and Drama

Over the past few weeks, we have explored different civilizations and the characteristics that made them great. This week, we focused on architecture, including ancient Greek temples—especially the Parthenon—as well as theaters and other monumental buildings.

We then compared these structures with buildings in the United States, identifying similarities and differences and exploring how architecture reflects the societies that create it.

Exhibition: Bringing Our Learning to Life

Alongside our other projects, we spent the week preparing for the Session 1 Exhibition!

The Exhibition featured a variety of activities, from group discussions to Clearness Committees. Guests had the opportunity to learn about Launchpad, work alongside learners, and actively participate in a small-scale simulation of a typical Launchpad day.

It was a wonderful way to share our work and give our guests a glimpse into what makes Launchpad special.

Wrapping Up Session 1

This session felt like a beautifully wrapped present, with the final week serving as the perfect bow on top!

I’m grateful for everything we’ve learned, the challenges we’ve taken on, and the memories we’ve made together. I can’t wait to see what the next session brings.

Thanks for reading, and enjoy the break!

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