As part of our school's Language Week, we planned a Korean Club workshop to introduce primary school students to the Korean alphabet (Hangul) and a traditional Korean game, Ddakji. We wanted to make it fun and interactive, so we carefully structured the activities to keep the students engaged while making sure they learned something new.

To start, we introduced Hangul in a way that was easy to grasp. We explained how the letters worked and then showed them how to write their own names in Korean. The students were excited and jumped right in, trying to write not just their names but also their friends’. Many of them eagerly raised their hands to write on the board, making the whole activity feel lively and interactive. We also shared how our own names looked in Hangul, which sparked even more curiosity and excitement.

Leading this workshop was a different experience from our usual high school meetings. We had to be more patient and flexible, constantly adjusting to keep their attention. Even though it was a challenge, it was incredibly rewarding to see how much fun they had. One student, Marin, even surprised us with hand-drawn and colored portraits of us, carefully cut out and given as a gift. It was such a sweet and unexpected moment that made all the effort feel worthwhile. Before leaving, the students gave us hugs and thanked us, making the experience even more memorable.

This workshop helped me grow as a leader by teaching me how to work with younger students and keep their energy focused while making learning fun. It showed me the value of patience and adaptability! More than just an event, it was an opportunity to connect and create memories that will stay with me for a long time.