During my involvement with “Project Bake Sale,” I faced significant personal challenges. Baking and social interaction are two areas that typically push me outside my comfort zone, and balancing both simultaneously tested my resilience. However, as the project progressed, I gained a deeper understanding of its purpose beyond my individual experience.
I realized this initiative wasn’t merely about my preferences or comfort level—it served as a fundraising vehicle for a larger community service project with potential to create widespread positive impact. This perspective shift motivated me to contribute more enthusiastically despite my initial hesitation.
My perseverance paid off. The event exceeded expectations, generating substantial profit for our cause. Looking back, I feel no regret about temporarily setting aside my personal discomfort to support something greater than myself. This experience taught me valuable lessons about sacrifice, community responsibility, and the satisfaction that comes from contributing to meaningful collective goals.
Nour Kassar – IB DP 1
Last Friday on Valentine’s Day, I participated in a Valentine’s Day Bake Sale organized by the International School of Accra. This event was a CAS experience, which our 11th grade class undertook as a requirement for the IB curriculum. I helped organize the baking of various cupcakes and prepared juice with my classmates. We set up an attractive stand where I sold these treats to students throughout the day. The money I helped raise will support future CAS projects at our school. I particularly enjoyed the warm atmosphere during the event. The event created a sense of community and brought me closer to my fellow students. The experience gave me a chance to contribute to our school community while fulfilling my CAS requirements in a meaningful way. Diego Bastin – IB DP 1
On Valentine’s Day, I participated in the Valentine’s Day bake sale organized to raise funds and contribute to the creativity and activity components of my CAS requirements. Throughout the event, I took an active role selling cupcakes and stickers to students and interested parents who visited our stand.
Initially, I struggled with approaching potential customers as I had little experience marketing products directly to people. However, as the day progressed, I gradually built confidence in my sales approach. With each interaction, I became more comfortable initiating conversations and selling the products.
This experience taught me something profound about personal growth through discomfort. I realized that meaningful development often happens precisely when we step beyond familiar boundaries. By persisting through my initial awkwardness, I developed practical skills in customer interactions that ultimately helped make the event successful. David – IB DP 1