EXPERIENCE

WHY DID I CHOOSE HUMSS?

When I ask former students who chose the HUMSS strand what exactly is required to adapt to this strand, the first thing they say is that you must be fluent in English, know how to write a report, and be confident enough to communicate with people around you. That is what made me hesitate to pursue this strand because the aforementioned are my primary weaknesses in class. At that time, I was debating with myself whether I should stick with this strand and face my weaknesses, or switch to a strand where I could stay in my comfort zone. Despite my doubts about my strength, I chose them because I know that avoiding my weaknesses will not suffice, and if I don't, I won't be able to improve as a student.

My Humanista Family, currently in Grade 12

I gradually forgot the things I thought I couldn't do when I wasn't sure if I would choose this strand. I first improved when reporting in front of the class; I used to stammer and get nervous every time I spoke in front of the class, but now that my fellow students and teachers have influenced me and taught me how to stand in front of the class without being shy and having an awkward position or gesture, I am now confident and proudly sharing my ideas and thoughts in front of the class. A significant difference from before is that I have the confidence to volunteer to report because speaking in front of a group of people is now one of my favorite things to do as a student for the reason that sharing my ideas with my peers who are interested in hearing what I have to say makes me happy.

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