It
was December the 17th 2009 the day when Ruapotaka Primary school had
their prize giving. Teachers, students and parents were lined up in the
hall waiting to see if their children had achieved something and won a
prize. I sat nervously shivering with fear because I might not get a
prize. The prize giving began...
I
stood singing the National Anthem with about a million butterflies
flying about in my stomach. I was just about to feel sick when I told
myself to calm down and relax. Students began walking up to get
certificates for A grade Homework while I sat as quiet as a mouse
waiting to see if I got one. A few minutes later nearly the whole school
got one, finally my name was called and I walked up happily to receive
my certificate.
Minutes
later more students were called for best all around, the best work
presentation, the best student and many more. I was just sitting there
not knowing if I deserved one or not. Finally the Dux award for Year One
to Six. I was nervous that I had sweaty hands.
Year
one, year two, year three, year four and YEAR FIVE... I sat shaking as
if I wanted to go to the bathroom. "And the Dux for year five with two
people at a draw, they are two girls and they come from the same class"
the principal said" it goes to... Kaisara Pao-Salu and Ema
Tukutukuga!!!" It was me and my friend! I walked up together with my
friend. I could hear my dad calling out " Go Kaisara, Thank-you". I
stood in front of the school with joy and happiness waiting for my prize
to be received. Once I received my prize I could hear an applause
coming from my dad and my little brothers.
Straight
after the prize giving I ran to my dad and I hugged him saying thank-you
for inspiring me with school work, buying me books about writing and
knowing that he will still inspire me with my school work. I also thank
him that for supporting me throughout the whole year.
By: Kaisara
