Join us for a Live Changing Journey

By R. Thomas

The end of the year is a perfect time for reflection. What have you achieved? What didn't you? What do you want to concur next year? Did you join a new sport or physical activity? And if not, why not do it next year?  
Sport is a very powerful tool for self-discipline, determination, and can even urge new social connections. Along with that, why not reach your goal health status by integrating a new hobby into your life? The school offers a variety of activities such as football, basketball, volleyball, swimming etc...and yet, still there is a large group of people who aren't a part of them. Being a part of a school team/ community can really improve this sense of integration with the Paulean roots, cheering with your peers after an amazing GOAL!!, planning a masterful spike, meeting people from different ages and schools during championships, and learning different perspectives on the same topic are just the start of the things the school sport teams can offer.  
Here are a few comments on the school sport teams to hopefully encourage you to join them next year/ term: 
I've been playing volleyball for a while now. The most important values I learned were teamwork and dedication, besides that I made many amazing friends that I get to laugh, cry and grow with. Learning day by day from each other, be it during practice, games or trips, these friendships are unmeasurable. Volleyball takes a lot of resilience and commitment; you need to show up to practice not only for yourself but because as a team, we all count on each other, and depend on each other... So yes, I recommend everyone- regardless of age, gender or previous experiences, to join the school's volleyball team, it's really been a phenomenal experience, one which I would not miss out on...  
-Nicole Buzaid (Varsity volleyball captain)  
Basketball motivates us all to work on our collaboration skills, proportionating an incomparable sense of unity. As a captain, I have been able to see the strong bond between all players getting more powerful after every practice, game or basket... Apart from a team, they have all become my friends, people I can rely on and trust. Additionally, the leadership skills and determination I have obtained from simply being a part of this community are truly amazing.   
-Lucia Valeri (Varsity basketball captain)  
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Give a new sport a try! It might surprise you how much it can affect your life and own values...