Listen

By Teresa Diel

On April 18, 2012, we all listened. We listened to the song that our very own Azusa Watanabe had in her heart. "It was a sound from deep within and only beginning to release." We watched and listened to her as she graced the stage and performed for hundreds of people. Tears were shed. Cheers and applause were shared. The time came for the judges to make the final decision and Azusa's name was announced as the winner of ISX's ESL Idol! We had been counting down the days for this moment as we voted for her online to be a finalist at the Hard Rock Cafe. Eurocentres Toronto entered the competition as the one to beat. Azusa received the most votes before the finale. On April 18, 2012, several teachers and more than half of the students at Eurocentres Toronto listened to one student's dream come true. Not only are we proud of the talent of one, but of the overwhelming support of many. It was another great event that showed the true essence of being a family here at Eurocentres Toronto. We can't thank the students enough for being the best motivation for each other