Hi! My name is Andrea Vrnoga. I am 14 years old and a grade 9 student at École Dr. Charles Best Secondary School in Coquitlam, BC, Canada. My favourite subject is probably English. I like English because it allows me to be creative and express myself through writing and reading. This is my first year doing Social Responsibility, and I’m looking forward to learning new things!
One thing that might surprise others about me is how much I enjoy reading, since many people my age don’t usually like it. I also love music because it inspires me and helps me relax, and my biggest passion is volleyball, where I enjoy the teamwork, energy, and constant challenge to improve. Another important part of who I am is my culture. I am Serbian and Croatian, and I can speak English, French, and Serbian. Being able to speak different languages is something I am proud of because it connects me to my culture and also allows me to communicate with different people. I would also say that one of my strongest attributes is being supportive and encouraging, since I always try to help and motivate others, whether it’s in school, with friends, or on the volleyball court.
One of my passions is travelling because it allows me to experience new places, cultures, and perspectives. I enjoy seeing different landscapes, trying new foods, and meeting people whose lives are different from mine. Travelling also teaches me to be open-minded and flexible, since every trip comes with new experiences and sometimes unexpected challenges. For me, travelling is exciting because it combines learning with adventure, and it always leaves me with memories and lessons that stay with me even after the trip is over.
To me, the word “community” means being part of a group where people respect, support, and encourage each other. If I could solve one global problem, I would focus on reducing poverty, because I believe everyone deserves access to basic needs like food, clean water, and education. To relax, I enjoy running, playing volleyball, reading, watching shows, and listening to music, since these activities help me clear my mind and feel less stressed. For me, the perfect best friend is someone who is kind, trustworthy, and supportive. A best friend is someone I can laugh with, share my thoughts with, and count on no matter what happens.
The category of the Butterfly Effect that I am most interested in right now is the Inquiry Project. I like this category because it gives me the chance to explore a question that really matters to me and to do research in different stages to find answers. It feels more personal than the other categories because I get to choose my own topic, create a plan, and connect what I learn to myself and my community.
Thank you for reading my all about me!
-Andrea
Hello Andrea!your blog is very interesting.Poverty brings many struggles into a person’s life. It limits access to good education, healthcare, and basic needs like food and shelter.
Hi! Thank you for your thoughtful comment! I agree with what you said about poverty and how deeply it affects people’s lives. It’s one of the main reasons I chose it as the global issue I care about most. I believe that increasing access to education and basic needs can make a huge difference. I’m glad my blog connected with your thoughts on this topic.
Andrea how are you? I like way we have something in common which is travelling. Another reason for travelling is to know and learn more
Hi! Thank you for your comment! I’m doing well and I hope you are too. It’s really cool that we both enjoy travelling. I agree with you that travelling teaches us so much about the world and about ourselves. I hope we both get the chance to visit new places and learn even more in the future.
Hey Andrea,you have an amazing blog.I am interested you do love reading , exploring and learning new things.I like your defination on community.I too like this programme butterfly effect.
Hi,! Thank you for reading my blog and sharing your thoughts! I’m glad you enjoyed learning about the things I love, especially reading and exploring. It’s great to hear that you also like the Butterfly Effect program. I’m excited to continue learning from everyone’s posts and seeing how our different experiences connect us.
Hi Andrea! I really enjoyed reading your post. You seem like a very creative and hardworking person. I like how passionate you are about reading, travelling, and volleyball. Your explanation of what community means to you is inspiring. Keep up the great work!
Thank you for such a thoughtful message! It made me happy to hear that you enjoyed reading my post. I try to put a lot of creativity and effort into the things I care about, so your comment really encouraged me. I’m glad you connected with what I wrote about community, because that idea means a lot to me. I hope your projects this year go well too!
ooh! Andrea it`s awesome to read your blog, i`v really enjoyed hearing from you. I`m very impressed that you love reading and listening to music since the combination of this can easily result to a very successful musician.I look forward to see you succeed in your research and reach your dreams thank you.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I really appreciate that you took the time to read my about me. I’m excited to keep learning and working toward my goals this year. It’s inspiring to hear your encouragement, and I hope we both continue to grow in our interests and dreams.