KadaKamp Cohort 10: Capstone Check-In Week 2

Think of a time this week when someone in your kubo surprised you — with an idea, a skill, or an insight. How did it shift the way you see them (or yourself)?
When we learned that some of us had OJT/is working, it really gave me a perspective on the life of a working student. And what even surprised me is how they still show up and still put their efforts in sharing ideas and turning them into creative outputs. They amaze me, and I would want to take inspiration from them.

If your kubo were a bonfire, what would you contribute to keep it burning bright — and why that?
I believe I could contribute the initiative to keep ourselves updated with our kubo’s progress. As open communication is a must in a team, I hope my presence and my drive can inspire them to share this energy, and apply it in our KadaKamp experience. Also, I hope my skill sets, creativity, and insights could help in the substance of our Kapstone as well as help us learn from each other’s capabilities.

Think of a time this week when someone in your kubo surprised you — with an idea, a skill, or an insight. How did it shift the way you see them (or yourself)?

Some of the members of my kubo are working and it made me realize how much strength and creativty they caryy. It reminded me that never to underestimate people’es hidden abilities and to always keep an open mind

If your kubo were a bonfire, what would you contribute to keep it burning bright — and why that?

I would contribute creativity bringing ideas, design, and looking at a new perspective. Like sparks that keep the fire lively, my role would be to fuel the bonfire with creative energy so that it doesn’t just keep burning, but inspires others too.

Think of a time this week when someone in your kubo surprised you — with an idea, a skill, or an insight. How did it shift the way you see them (or yourself)?
I was really busy this week and even missed our first meeting. On the second one, I was surprised to realize I’m actually the eldest in the group. But what amazed me more was how collaborative and full of fresh ideas everyone was. I realized being the eldest or youngest doesn’t matter — what matters is how well we communicate and cooperate, as well as being responsible.

If your kubo were a bonfire, what would you contribute to keep it burning bright — and why that?
I’d bring the place where we set the fire(fire pit). For me, that means giving stability and a safe space where everyone can feel comfortable and shine together.

  1. Think of a time this week when someone in your kubo surprised you — with an idea, a skill, or an insight. How did it shift the way you see them (or yourself)?

    In this week, I think my Kubomate, Kamper Sitti, in Kubo 9 surprised me with her skill in terms of speaking and answering questions that helps us to move forward on our Kapstone and to elaborate more the things we should be able to tackle with our Kada Koach for our Kapstone, this changes the way I see her since we might use her in terms of presentation of our Kapstone since she is so good at speaking and fluent in English. This will definitely impact us as a whole Kubo and help us strive more as a whole. That’s all, thank you so much KadaKamp!

  2. If your kubo were a bonfire, what would you contribute to keep it burning bright — and why that?

    If our kubo was a bonfire, I think I would be the gas or heat that will keep it burning bright since I can give or contribute relevant and timely ideas that our Kubo needed, as well as I can be the one who will initiate things to make our Kapstone keep going, while providing insightful information that could definitely impact ourselves and our whole Kubo. Thank you so much for this, KadaKamp!

Think of a time this week when someone in your kubo surprised you — with an idea, a skill, or an insight. How did it shift the way you see them (or yourself)?

This week, I was genuinely surprised by how naturally friendly and creative my kubo members are. What really caught me off guard was how effortlessly they made me feel comfortable and included. I didn’t expect to settle in so quickly, but watching them take initiative in starting conversations and bringing humor to our interactions created this warm, welcoming atmosphere that made everything feel less intimidating. This experience has shifted my perspective on what good teamwork looks like - it’s not always about having the loudest voice or the best ideas, but about being the person who helps others feel safe to contribute and be themselves.

If your kubo were a bonfire, what would you contribute to keep it burning bright — and why that?

If my kubo were a bonfire, I would contribute as the steady wood that provides a reliable foundation for the flames. I see myself as someone who offers consistent support and stability - not necessarily the spark that ignites ideas or the wind that fans excitement, but the dependable base that others can build upon. Just like how wood sustains a fire through its quiet, enduring presence, I believe my role is to be there consistently for my teammates, providing the groundwork they need to shine brightly and take creative risks, knowing they have solid support underneath them.

During that week, it wasn’t so much about being surprised, but more about being reminded of how much I can learn from the people in our kubo. When someone shared their skill or perspective, it made me appreciate their uniqueness and the way it adds to our group. It didn’t change how I saw them, but it deepened my respect and reminded me that growth comes from recognizing and valuing what each person brings.

If our kubo were a bonfire, I would contribute the embers. Embers may look quiet compared to the flames, but they hold the lasting heat that keeps the fire alive. In the same way, I want to be the steady source of warmth in our group — someone who helps sustain the energy even when things start to slow down, making sure the fire never really fades.