**NCR-Cohort2 Co-Facilitator Report: March, 2024** **Introduction** As March draws to a close, the NEAR Certified Researcher Course Cohort2 celebrates another month of fruitful endeavors and significant progress towards our shared goals. The unwavering commitment and dedication of [Lead Facilitator]@chloe.near, [Council Member](@XVII.near, @hannah17.near) & [Co-Facilitator]@Bheegem.near propelled us forward, fostering an engaged and well-informed community. This report provides a comprehensive overview of the activities and achievements spearheaded during the month, highlighting key initiatives and collaborative efforts. **Key Activities and Achievements:** 1. **Calendar and Task Tracking:** - Implemented a comprehensive calendar system to effectively track tasks and manage schedules. - The calendar includes weekly plans for classes, details of guest lecturers, and space for notes, comments, and progress updates. @chloe.near - Lead Facilitator was instrumental in making the calendar better, thus, she suggested improvements which were worked on to achieve a better tracker. 2. **Flyer Design for Weekly Wednesday Classes:** - Designed an eye-catching flyer to advertise our weekly Wednesday classes across social media platforms. - The flyer aims to increase awareness and participation in our educational initiatives within the community. 3. **Creation of Easy Polls Quiz** - Developed user-friendly polls spanning from lecture 1 to 3, facilitating easy feedback collection and engagement from participants. - These polls serve as valuable tools for gauging understanding and soliciting input for ongoing improvement. [Easy Polls Quiz](https://near.social/easypoll-v0.ndc-widgets.near/widget/EasyPoll?page=view_poll&src=15870c8972a9fe6cdb7dfc2df835740108e8674cc170a091cd0ece0b9e4f6cfa/easypoll-4.0.0/poll/906e5dca49c5fltyz1w2d5d7939c99e927) 4. **Collaboration and Feedback:** - Engaged in collaborative efforts with council members, Lead facilitators, and co-facilitators to review and provide feedback on lesson plans and materials. - This collaborative approach ensures the refinement and enhancement of our educational offerings to better serve the needs of our community. 5. **Onboarding of New Students:** - Successfully onboarded two new students, expanding the reach and impact of our educational initiatives. - Welcoming new members further enriches our community and strengthens our collective pursuit of knowledge and innovation. @saaflix.near [link](https://nearblocks.io/txns/AHEFx96tRVRAkEuKgfFmgbaga6ssx4yrrKTQwcW7a5Vv) @honana.near [lind](https://nearblocks.io/txns/HktXe7aWRS944X1SD8LUor9HSRi5ZzJ6AvwqJikiTDK8) **Acknowledgement:** Special recognition is extended to Lead Facilitator's @chloe.near and the Council Members- @hannah17.near, @XVII.near & Co-facilitator - @Bheegem.near whose steadfast support and guidance have been instrumental in the realization of our objectives. Their leadership and dedication continue to inspire and empower the team to strive for excellence. In conclusion, March has been a month marked by notable achievements and collaborative endeavors at the NEAR Research Collective. Through the concerted efforts of our team members and the support of our esteemed Lead Facilitator, we have made significant strides in advancing our mission of fostering an active and well-informed community. As we look ahead, we remain committed to furthering our collective goals and serving as a catalyst for learning and innovation within the NEAR ecosystem. Respectfully submitted, [Nedlar Mlapa] [Co-facilitator] NEAR Research Collective #cohort-2