KSPCA - Orientation Day

This Wednesday was the orientation day for KSPCA. I was very excited to be starting out on this trip because it embodies everything I stand for, I am firmly set against animal cruelty and abuse and want to do all that I can to help the rescue animals. I have been to KSPCA numerous times in the past and missed visiting the animals last year. I can't wait to get back and see their large innocent eyes and the love that they are so clearly brimming with.

Immediately after school ended we all filed into the gym and got into our respective groups. Mrs Redler then told us about the various trips and the rules that we were required to follow in order to be part of them. This went on for around half an hour, and then we all went out to eat our lunches before heading for a classroom.
There were around ten people in my group, and my friend Nidhi and I were two of the only three high schoolers! The trip was clearly one of the most popular, completely filled up and with a long waiting list for next semester. The two heads of the group told us about the institution and the dress code, social rules, etc. We then started out with some games to get to know each other (for example 'two truths and a lie' and making letters in teams).

After our games we sat down and discussed who would be the leaders of the group. My friend Nidhi was made head of writing articles and taking photos, a middle schooler the treasurer, a ninth grader the leader, etc. I was annoyed at the way these positions were assigned. The two people in charge of the group simply pointed at different people and told them what they were going to be, and even though four of us were nominated to be the leader there was no fair test to see who was most adequate. I was passionate about becoming leader (as I am so concerned about animal rights) and yet the lady simply pointed at the ninth grader and told her she was leader (they didn't even get the group to vote or wait to see who was actually most qualified for the position). I went to her after the meeting was finished and told her about her my concerns and I was made a leader as well, but I was still slightly ticked off at what had just occurred.

Despite this slightly rocky start I am very excited to begin visiting the KSPCA, no warped system will stop me from enjoying being with the animals and helping make a difference in their lives. I know that what position I have in the group doesn't really make a difference regarding how much I can put myself forwards and assist those less fortunate than myself.

I can't wait for my first trip!!