Learning Showcase: English 9 Book Reviews

Ms. Toteda’s Grade 9 English classes were asked to read and review non-fiction books from the secondary library. Students chose books on topics that interested them ranging from astro-physics to cooking! Here are a few reviews that might pique your interest in a non-fiction read!

A Brief History of Time Review

Stamped Book Review

Virginia Hall Book Review 

Non-Fiction Book Podcast

Movie Making Course Review

All About Cookies Review

Duchess Bake Shop Review

 

 

Learning Showcase: Social Studies 9 Environmental Research Project

Ms. Pershin’s Social Studies 9 students embarked on a research project about environmental issues impacting our world. They creatively displayed their learning in an art form of choice, including sculptures, paintings, digital art, musical compositions and more. Watch the following video to see their amazing work!

Click on the links below to learn more about some of the artists that inspired them:

Chris Jordan

Douglas Coupland

Kara Sievewright

Isaac Murdoch & Christi Belcourt

Mel Chin

 

Learning Showcase: Social Studies 10

Ms. Smith’s Social Studies 10 students have been working hard researching various aspects of World War I and demonstrating their learning in different ways including making models. Have a look at some of their creations on display in the Library.

(photos taken by Gr.9 student Caitlyn F.)

Learning Showcase: English 12 Critical Film Reviews

As Term 1 came to a close, Ms. Toteda’s English 12 students had the opportunity to critically analyze fairy tales, fables and/or films in a choice project. Many students choose to analyze one of their favourite fantasy/superhero films. What resulted was wonderfully crafted, in-depth film reviews where students showcased their understanding of the visual messages in film by incorporating concepts of mise en scene (décor, lighting, colour, space). Furthermore, students were asked to communicate how do these visual messages construct society’s understanding of goodness and/or heroism? Take a look and enjoy some of our video submissions! Perhaps you will see your own favourite film in a totally new light?  

Part 2 – Film Review from benjamin on Vimeo.

Beauty and the Beast

Hoodwinked

Black Panther

Beauty and the Beast