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During Year 7, I first heard about the Duke of Edinburgh scheme from a friend and have wanted to take part in it ever since. This is for many reasons, one of the main reasons being that the scheme is an opportunity to challenge myself and broaden my horizons. It will help me conquer my fears and gain confidence by inspiring me to explore new areas and putting me through tougher conditions. In the long run, this experience will prepare me for the future by encouraging me to take on responsibility and achieve independence.
For the physical part of the scheme, I have decided to pursue swimming. This is an activity I have been doing for many years and enjoy immensely. It has helped by increasing my stamina and making me stronger. Swimming independently for the last few years has developed my confidence and motivation.
Doing it for the Duke of Edinburgh Scheme will enhance my skills further and help me develop a lifelong swimming routine. It will also prepare me physically and mentally for the Duke of Edinburgh Scheme expeditions and challenges in my future life. I understand the importance of having a lifelong hobby that I can enjoy as I grow older, not least for its benefit in maintaining physical fitness and tackling stress.
Working for and contributing to the LGS Peacock Magazine over the last year has ignited a passion for journalism in me. Doing this for my skill section will provide me with an exciting opportunity to explore and grow further in this area. It will enhance my awareness of the world, environment, current affairs, and various cultures. It will also strengthen my writing, editing, and general designing abilities which will be very useful skills for future life ventures.
Volunteering at my brother's school fete last year has given me an insight into the multiple benefits of volunteering. These include working with new people, developing social skills, and giving back to the community. By volunteering regularly as a part of the Duke of Edinburgh Scheme, I hope to learn new skills and increase my teamwork abilities, like communication. I know that the experience gained will be immensely useful for future education and employment.
I am passionate about being able to help my community and am looking forward to achieving that objective through volunteering.
My plan for the activity that I will complete for the Duke of Edinburgh Scheme in the physical section, will be participating in weekly one-hour swimming sessions at my local leisure centre, for six months. In the skill section, I will be writing and editing articles for the school Peacock Magazine, as well as assisting in the design of the magazine, for three months. For the volunteering section, I will be pursuing an activity in my local community for three months which will include learning new skills and helping people. I have applied for a place at St. John Ambulance and will be volunteering there weekly, applying my first aid skills. In addition, I have found suitable assessors for each of my activities.
Thank you for reading, and I hope you will think that I am a suitable candidate for the scheme.
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