Football Tournament Reflection

The football tournament was a complete success.  Participation was higher than expected with 4 teams signed up and over 20 kids participating.  A double elimination bracket was set up and a series of 7 games were played.  Refereeing was left to the players, and only a few disputes occurred over which down it was, but players were able to discuss amongst themselves, and problems were quickly solved. Some changes for next time would be to get the word out earlier so that players have time to get full teams together, and also collect any equipment that they may need during the game, e.g extra balls, or cleats.  Also next time I would prefer to hold a tournament in better weather so that we can allow spectators to watch, and also so players don't get so dirty that they can't get into their next class.  Above is a clip of the semi-final match held between the Angry Birds, and Jaylens Team.  The final score was 28-14, in favor of Jaylens team.

Talent Show Reflection

The talent show was a complete success.  We had a few technical difficulties related to songs and transition but Elizabeth lead us through all of them.  We started set up for the show right after school, with the chairs, lights, and stage.  The show started a little late because Austin who was in charge of music was not able to make it, but we were only about 20 minutes behind schedule.  And at 6:30 the show started with Miranda and Jose with their opening act.  As stage crew Drew, and I were in charge of getting the stage ready for the next act, and making sure the acts knew how to get on and off the stage quickly and efficiently.  In conclusion the show was so success and the turn out so unexpected that I believe that we will have another talent show later this year in the spring. 

Game Night Reflection

The game night happened last Friday after school in Mr.Gudors room.  It was a great success, there were snacks like cookies and soda, and a handful of games.  The turnout was a little less than expected (around 10-15 people), but that worked out really well because the classroom did not get crowded and also there were more than enough games to keep everyone busy for a couple of hours.  Changes for next time would hopefully be to get the word out earlier so that more people can attend, and also to get a bigger venue so that we can play more games that require more space and people.

Football Tournament Proposal

Executive Summary
This tournament is going to be held with the intend of providing students who otherwise would not have the opportunity to play football in an organized league or fashion an opportunity to do so.  It is going to be held during school so that anyone who wants to play can, and it will be two-hand touch or flag depending on popular demand.  Through this tournament the current Intramurals Program can appeal to a wider variety of students, and help diversify the school and the programs available to the students.
Need
Ever since Intramurals started as pilot program last, and now is its own club.  The vision has always been that we   play sports because we love them, it not just about winning or losing, its all about playing the game to just play the game.  Benefits to the school and student body have been and still are; a great place and time to hang out with your friends, supplement P.E. credits, and play sports in a stress free environment, and just blow off some steam.  Specifically this proposal is about a Football tournament that is going to be held later in January, it is going to be flag football, and require students to sign an ethics code of conduct to play.
Objective
This Football tournament is going to be held in an attempt to open up intramurals to a larger group of students.  Because up until now all intramurals has done is soccer, basketball, and dodgeball.  By holding a football tournament we will be able to appeal to a wider array of students at AHS. There will be a booth at lunch set up to pass out rosters and ethic codes to those interested in participating in the Tournament, or seeking more information about the club and its activities.
Method
I plan on achieving the project with help from a few class mates who can help get the word of the tournament outside of the the actual club and its members.  A due date will be set for those wanting to participate to turn in their rosters, and ethics codes.  And finally a tournament bracket with be set up and teams will be told when they will be playing, and the tournament will be held.
Evaluation
I know that the project will be successful by the number of participants.  I can gauge this by comparing it to the turnout of other tournaments, for example the Basketball tournament that passed had five different teams participating, each with at least 6 members.
Qualifications
The facilities that will be used will be the soccer field that is on campus, and already being used during lunch by students playing frisbee, soccer, and football. Equipment that will be used is already available that was purchased with a grant from the PTSA last year.  Individuals wanting to help with this project must show organizational skills, be trustworthy, and have proficient public speaking skills.
Time Table
Thursday, January 6; Make posters to be used during lunch on the 6th at the booth.
Friday, January 7;  Have a table at Lunch ready to pass out information such as rosters, and ethics codes.
Tuesday, January 11;  Forms are due back to be considered for entry, and brackets are emailed out to team captains same night.
Thursday January 13; Tournament begins, and will continue to the next week.
Budget
There will be no expenses for this project because no new equipment or facilities are needed.
Conclusion
This project is worthwhile because it can help diversify this school and the programs available to the students.

Bowling Night Reflection

Unfortunately I was unable to attend this event because I was busy with family that night.  From what I heard from Emily, and others who attended the event was that they had fun, but there were not enough people.  I think that one of the main reasons why the bowling night was not as successful as it could have been was because tickets were put on sale the same week/time frame as the tickets for Winter Tolo.  This I think made people have to choose between the bowling night and the dance, because they were on the same weekend and tickets were nearly the same price.  Changes for next time would probably be hold the bowling night on a weekend when other school events are not planned and keep tickets sales open for a couple weeks as opposed to one or two.  Also we need to get the word out faster and often, because even though we went to adviosries, people seemed to forget about the event.  So, we will probably need to make more class/advisory annoucements, and use different types of advertising such as the notam, and intercom.

The Situation

Here's what its like; One project lead and done with (dodge-ball tournament), one project done and helped with (Campus Clean-Up).  Currently I am in the process of planning a football tournament for intramurals for after winter break.  Also I am in the process of helping Emily plan her bowling night, and all seems to be flowing really well with that. Next step is finding another project to help with, projects that I have heard that might need help are Drew's possible Battle of the Bands, Gavin's Clothing Drive, and possibly another Campus Clean-Up.

Campus Clean Up Reflection

On November 17, 2010, there was a campus clean up held after school.  The event was organized and lead by Jenny, and around 15 people were able to show up and help clean teacher class rooms.  After school at 3:30 we were assigned class rooms to clean in pairs, and given pre-determined things to do and clean within the class rooms.   I helped clean Mrs.Wombold's room with Drew, we wiped table tops, dusted computers, and cleaned to white board.  The project was a great success, there need to be more of these because there was a positive response from teachers and students alike; students got community service credits, and teachers got a cleaner classroom.