Project Paper Cranes

     On the 26^th and 29^th of February 2016, the Leo Club of SMK Assunta had organised “Project Paper Cranes” in conjunction with the upcoming first term exam. The main objective of this project was to fold paper cranes with quotes for studying to motivate the students. This project also aims to bond the Leos and probates together whilst teaching the participants the art of folding paper origami. The project was split into two days; the preparation day and the distribution day. 

     27 Leos and probates had participated in the preparation day of the project which was held on the 26^th. First, they were split into two groups; one to fold the paper cranes and one to write motivational quotes on the wings of the cranes. Although many of the probates did not know how to fold a paper crane, they learned how to do so from the Leos who taught them patiently. Learning quickly, the probates and Leos worked together to produce 170 paper cranes in one hour. The paper cranes were then distributed to the afternoon session students during their recess. 

     On the 29^th, 3 Leos had gone around a few classes to place the paper cranes on every student’s table in the respective classes. The paper cranes were also given to random students, who were absolutely delighted and thanked us warmly when we wished them good luck. 

     Overall, the project was highly-successful and meaningful. Paper cranes, in Japanese culture, are symbols of hope during challenging times. With this thought in mind, we hope that the paper cranes and the quotes would motivate our fellow Assuntarians, give them hope to do well and improve on their results in the upcoming first term exam. This project has also taught us that when we work together as a team, we can accomplish anything efficiently and effectively. To all the students facing their first term exams, we wish you good luck and all the best. ROAR!

Report by,
Leo Sheryn Chong.

Photos taken during the project,

A Leo watching another Leo fold a paper crane.

A Leo helping the probates fold paper cranes.

Leos and probates folding paper cranes.

Leos writing quotes onto the wings of the paper cranes.

A Leo giving a paper crane to students.

A Leo placing paper cranes on students' desks in a classroom.

A close-up of a paper crane.