WCDSB Community News Magazine Spring 2012 - Wellington ...

SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION
SPRING 2012
Special
Olympics
Students from across Wellington Catholic
and the Upper Grand District School Board
competed in the Special Olympics held at
St. James High School sport fields. Many of
the athletes achieved their personal best.
The day was charged with emotion from
the athletes, organizers and spectators.
Grade 3 student, Joshua Fernandes
attends St. John School in Arthur.

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Board Business
Director’s Message
This edition is one of our most
personalized to date. As you read
the compelling stories my hope
is that you will be more aware
of the many opportunities for all
students in our care. Our four
strategic areas of focus continue
to be Catholicity in faith formation
from Jk to grade 12, student
achievement from the traditional
academic success to areas of
social justice, site improvement
in each of our 21 schools, and in
quality service that is consistently
provided by our staff and faculty.
Every single anecdote or event depicted here speaks to our success in
each area. We are a School District of immense diversity, high energy, and
commitment to life itself. This is all provided within a context of faith in Christ
and His teachings.
As we begin the summer months I remind you that we continue to be open
for business and urge you to consider the open access provisions of our
secondary schools wherein students of all faiths are welcome.
Sincerely
Don Drone,
Director of Education and CEO
Catholic Education
Week:
Walking in the Light of Christ
During Catholic Education Week this spring, the theme celebrated across the District
was, “Walking in the Light of Christ”.
Jesus said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in
darkness but will have the light of life.” (John 8:12)
As Bishop Crosby shared in a letter to each school, “This is the light in our hearts and
in our lives that conquers darkness. And in our Catholic Schools, that light is shining.
In the prayers and celebrations, in the lessons in the classroom and the lessons on
the school yard, in the food drives for your local food banks and in your remarkable
works of mercy for our brothers and sisters around the world, in the care you show
one another in your times of joy and sadness – the Light of Christ is shining.”
Wellington Catholic
Provincial Presence
The quality of leadership at Wellington Catholic is exceptional and continues to be
recognized provincially. Some recent examples include:
• The Ontario Catholic School Trustees’ Association has elected Marino Gazzola,
Chair of the Wellington Catholic Board, as President. He is the first trustee from
our District to accept this major provincial responsibility. Marino remains as Chair
of the Wellington Catholic District School Board.
• The Ontario Catholic Supervisory Officers’ Association (OCSOA) presented Don
Drone with the B.E. Nelligan Award of Merit. OCSOA presents this award each
year to the person who has made an outstanding and tangible contribution to
Catholic education in Ontario.
• Francis Olaer, student trustee representing St. James High School, was also
elected provincially as the Catholic Board Council Vice-President which is part of
the Ontario Student Trustee Association.
10th Annual
Bishop’s Dinner
October 4, 2012
Enjoy entertainment, a
gourmet Italian meal
and silent auction at the
Italian-Canadian Club.
Cost: $95 per person
Tickets available mid-August
Call 519-821-4640 Ext. 214
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This is My
School
Ashley Todorowski, student from St. John Bosco High
School, competed in the Friends of Simon Wiesenthal
Center’s Speaker Idol in Toronto this year. Here is an
excerpt from her heart-felt speech:
“My spark has luckily been re-ignited by a place I
consider my second home...This place is my school.
It is not a very big school considering it consists of
one hallway, but the changes that happen here are
so marvelous it can only be described as magic...
This magic does not come from a man with a cape
and wand but instead from a collection of very
extraordinary people with huge hearts. These people
are the staff at the school.
… When our world is dark and grey, we know we’re
guaranteed to come here and food will be put in our
stomachs, love in our hearts and some colour will be
splashed back into our lives.
When we’ve given up on school and even ourselves,
they have shown us that they will never give up on us
Students Speak
Ashely stands between Sarah Taylor of Much Music and Rick Campenelli of ET Canada.
and that we can achieve a high school diploma as long
as we have the right attitude and strive for whatever it
is that we want to achieve in life.
They’ve shown us that we can be respected, appreciated,
cared for and ultimately successful. They’ve shown us
that we can make a difference by being the difference.”
A Taste of a Future Career
This year, Luis Cordero-Monroy, grade 12 student
from Lourdes High School has been enrolled in the
OYAP Level 1 Apprenticeship Dual Credit Program at
Conestoga College.
The Dual Credit program provides an opportunity for
grade 12 students to earn college credits while still
in high school that will count on both the Secondary
School and College transcript.
Below is an excerpt from Luis’ speech written to
describe his experience.
“After applying for the program I took... my co-op at the
Bin 23 Restaurant and it was great. The chefs showed
me how to do plenty, and the best part was that I could
go home and make what they showed me. There I
became familiar with the fast pace of the restaurant
environment. Most of the time I was working as fast
and as hard as I could. During dinner service there
was no room for error and very high standards. I have
returned to Bin 23 for my dual credit co-op placement
as well.
In college, I love the days where we are in the kitchen.
In baking class we are pushed to work at maximum
capacity. It feels like working in a restaurant, where
there is limited time, high standards, and a lot of
attention to detail. Our baker instructor works us hard
so that we may perform to the best of our abilities.
The cooking class is just as good. This is where we can
have fun, and cook to our own tastes. The Chef gives
us liberty to use our creativity when we’re making our
dishes. We’ve been exploring and developing our own
tastes and developing our knife skills.
Ever since I’ve been enrolled in this program, I know
that my career will have me involved with food. I’ve
realized where my passion lies...Now that I’ve tried it I
don’t want to stop, I enjoy it too much...”
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Community Matters
Sacred Ground
The Campaign for the Ignatius Jesuit Centre
In the News
The Ignatius Jesuit Centre has set out to raise almost
$5 million to refurbish Loyola House and to plant a
100-acre Old-Growth Forest.
Don Drone, Director of Education for Wellington
Catholic, is a member of the campaign leadership
team.
“The Ignatius Jesuit Centre is an important venue.
I see great benefits for the education of our students
through their help to transform forest land back into its
natural state, and to ensure the retreat centre operates
at optimal capacity.”
St. Brigid’s Villa, renovated by Wellington County
Catholic students in 2008 is used by the School Board
for student retreats throughout the school year.
Father Roger Yaworski, Director of the Centre,
commented that they remain deeply appreciative of
the students’ work. He also issued an invitation to the
entire Catholic community.
“At the Ignatius Jesuit Centre thousands of people
have encountered their Creator and experienced
transforming moments of clarity and insight; we invite
you to join us as we refurbish Loyola House for another
generation of service, and as we plant an Old-Growth
Forest that will persevere for centuries.”
Campaign goal: $4.8 million
For information call 519-820-2665
capitalcampaign@ignatiusguelph.ca
www.ignatiusguelph.ca
Queen’s Park
Kyla Fishburn was selected to serve as a Legislative
Page at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario in
Toronto. During her term of duty, Kyla served as a
messenger on the floor of the Legislative Chamber,
met key parliamentary figures and learned about
Ontario’s parliamentary system of government.
Kyla, grade 8 student from Mary Phelan School,
began her role in April and served for up to four
weeks.
She earned her spot in the program by submitting
an application that included an essay, in which
she outlined her achievements, involvements and
suitability for the program. Kyla was joined by 19
other students from across the province.
“It was a phenomenal experience for her,” shares
Kyla’s Mom and teacher for the District. “She
enjoyed the people as well as the antics during
question-period.”
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Community Matters
In the News
Young Author’s
Contest Winners
Ontario English Catholic Teachers’ Association Young
Author’s Contest Award went to two students in the
District: Ben Tokaraz from St. Joseph, Fergus in the
fiction category and Justin Faienza from St. Paul
School in the non-fiction category.
Celtic Ski Champs
Grade 10 student, Olivia Lane won the Jr and Sr
National Championships this year for Slopestyle and
Half Pipe.
Celtic Grad, Erin Mielzynski won gold at the Alpine
World Cup Slalom in Ofterschwang, Germany.
St. John School Wins $45,000
Early this year, Canada AM broadcasted from St. John School in Guelph to make an exciting announcement:
$45,000 was awarded to the school for their school yard greening project.
The diligent effort of the Catholic School Council, parent volunteers, faculty and staff and the more than
800 votes on Facebook helped them move through the competition to the winners circle to share in the
$1,000,000 Fund from Aviva Insurance.
Ontario Skills
Competition
Winners
Lourdes students Mark Raco won gold for Precision
Machining and Spencer Lavigne won bronze for
Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM).
Former Graduate Becomes Cardinal
Cardinal Thomas Collins, former Wellington Catholic graduate, was an inspiration to students at Bishop Macdonell
High School, Mary Phelan School and Lourdes High School during his recent visits to the District.
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We Have Faith
“Catholic
schools are
different”
When is the natural human tendency and
motivation toward self gratification overshadowed
by the urge to act in someone else’s best interest
Often, this can begin to happen with frequency
when a person becomes a parent.
“Once you have kids you have a reason to do
things,” says Marny Mason, as she reflects over her
journey into mothering two young boys.
Marny is a Wellington Catholic graduate but, when
it came to schooling her children she sought out
a private education convinced that this would give
her boys the very best opportunities to succeed.
The boys attended private school until the
eldest was in grade 3 and the youngest was in
kindergarten. The experience convinced both
Marny and her husband that their kids were
missing out on social, sport and faith opportunities.
“So we met with [Allan Asselin, the principal of St.
Ignatius School,] many times over the summer. He
was very positive and felt strongly that he could
address any issues that came up.”
“I was nervous that we were making a mistake,“
she explains honestly.
And then, early in the school year, “the kids
decided they want[ed] to be baptized. They have
this innate faith.”
Marny continues to give an example, “Prayer is
part of their regular day and that has now been
extended into our home. We say prayers before
meals. They have led us,” she says with a great
deal of emotion.
Teachers, “Melanie Drummond and Rita Fabiano,
I can not say enough about how incredible they
have been… They incorporate faith into every part
of their day and lesson planning. I have been totally
overwhelmed at all their extra work and extra effort
in every aspect of my sons’ education.”
Luke and Max Pruski, students from St. Ignatius
of Loyola.
“I am honestly overwhelmed at the level of
dedication,” she says once again with emotion in
her voice, “both of my son’s teachers came to their
baptisms… for my sons to see them there,” she
pauses for a moment to take a deep breath and
regain composure before she continues, “It was so
meaningful to all of us.”
“It has honestly been a totally different experience
than one I could have imagined...there are so
many more opportunities (for my kids) than what
they had at private school.”
Marny comments that she doesn’t recall her own
unique experiences in Catholic school that she has
witnessed through her sons. “I remember going to
Mass,” she says.
And yet on the eve of making the decision to enroll
her children at St. Ignatius of Loyola, she recalls
telling her husband, “A Catholic school is different,”
and when he asked, “Why”, Marny replied, “”It
just is. It feels different… when you walk into a
Catholic school, you just know.”
Right to Life
This year, Bishop Macdonell, Lourdes and St. James
High School attended the Right to Life March on
Parliament Hill in Ottawa.
“Hearing the women speak about their abortions
brought tears to my eyes and compassion to my heart,”
comments one student.
“As Catholics, we have the responsibility of making our
generation aware…,” says another.
Earlier this year, representatives from each high school
also met with organizers at Guelph and the Area Right
to Life (GRTL) office to discuss ways of how Wellington
Catholic and GRTL can continue to mutually support
each others work in this area.
Diocesan
Mass for
Catholic
Education
September 20, 2012
6:30 p.m.
Church of Our Lady
Immaculate
All are Welcome
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Healthy Schools
“Let justice flow like a river” Amos 5:24
RELAXation STATION 101:
“There is a very important link between what you think,
how you feel, and what you do,” says Nicole Raftis,
creator and facilitator of the RELAXation STATION 101
program.
“Thoughts can be understood as our control centre
because our thoughts control the way we feel and
behave. If we think in positive and helpful ways, we
typically feel hopeful or happy. However, if we think in
negative or unhelpful ways, we tend to feel hopeless,
unhappy, sad or angry,” she continues.
What if every student had the chance to learn that they
have the power to choose their thoughts How might
they be better prepared for life
What if they learned how physical activity and a
balance of work, rest and play affects their physical
and mental health
What if they were given the tools to use meditation and
prayer as a way to connect to their inner guidance
And what if the power of giving was explained both as
a way to heal the world and as a way to heal the self
These are the lessons incorporated in the pilot program
RELAXation STATION 101. The Grade 4 and 5
students and their teachers from St. Ignatius of Loyola
School have had the opportunity to experience this
4-session pilot program. Their feedback has been
exceedingly positive.
Students received a RELAXation STATION tool bag.
Teachers were also given the resources necessary
to further integrate the ideas into experiences in the
Grade 12 Leadership Class
students from St. James developed
a campaign for their school
community around the need to
stop the privatization of water, to
recognize the right to water and to
provide awareness for alternatives to
bottled water.
Letters were sent to all St. James
family households, an article was
placed in their school newsletter
and a power point presentation
was created and shown to every
homeroom class from grade 9 -12.
As part of the campaign, re-useable
water bottles were distributed to
students and water spouts were
added to the drinking fountains at
the school. From left: Megan Kliese,
Colin Malone, Victoria Walsh, Kyrie
Meyer and Cameron Kennedy.
Giving students and teachers
the tools for wellness
classroom. Zumba and yoga demonstrations were
popular components.
An earlier version of the program was used by
Nicole at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario to
introduce children and teens to coping and resiliency
strategies that promote mental health and wellness.
To learn more contact: Nicole Raftis at
nicoleraftis@gmail.com
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Commited to Service
Free the Children and Craig Kielburger
In March, Craig Kielburger of FREE THE CHILDREN
was honoured by Bishop Macdonell with the school’s
Courage Award.
A few student leaders from the high school’s social
justice club spoke with grade 8 students from their
feeder schools about the important work promoted
through Free the Children. The future Celtics then had
the opportunity to attend the award presentation.
What is Free the Children
Free The Children encourages youth to be agents of
change both locally and globally. There are two areas
of focus:
1) Domestic programs aim to educate, engage and
empower youth. It operates on the premise that
young people will change the world once they’re
free from the notion that they’re powerless to make
a difference.
2) International projects, led by the Adopt a Village
model, has brought over 650 schools and school
rooms to youth and provided clean water, health
care and sanitation to one million people around
the world, freeing children and their families from
the cycle of poverty.
Grade 8 Student Heads to Africa
We Day is part of the Domestic Programming of
Free the Children meant to inspire youth to make
the world a better place.
Olivia Sharpe, a grade 8 student from St. Joseph
School in Fergus attended ‘We Day’ this year and
filled out a ticket for a draw. One week later her
name was chosen and she received a call about
the possibility of going to Africa.
“I had no words. I was completely without words,”
shares Olivia. Initially, Free the
Children organizers, “recommended
that I do a day camp [this year] and
that the next year I could go overseas.”
However, after attending the
information session with her parents
and expressing her sincere desire to
travel abroad, Olivia was extended the
invitation to go to Africa this summer.
Together with, 2-3 chaperones, 10-
15 other students from Canada, the
United States and Europe, Olivia will
work with the people of Massai Mara
in south-western Kenya.
Olivia speaks quickly, brimming
with enthusiasm, as she explains
the details of the trip: “It will take 27
hours to get there… we will stay in a
house in Nairobi for a couple of days.
Then we take a 5 hour drive to the
Massai Mara village where we’ll stay in tents. We will
take a water walk, 5 km each way, to understand how
difficult it is to get water… We will be part of building
a school, will learn how to make necklaces with the
mothers, and close to the end of the trip we will go on
a Safari.”
Olivia’s father, Scott Sharpe, wasn’t quite as excited
when he first heard Olivia’s name was drawn for the trip.
“I was apprehensive at the beginning,” he says.
Olivia receives 100 blessed rosaries to take with her to Kenya and stands with
her father, Scott Sharpe (left); Tim Law from the Knights of Columbus (right);
and with Fr. Ian Duffy.
It wasn’t until Scott witnessed his daughter’s
sincere commitment to fundraising that her
excitement became his as well. “I am still very
nervous about sending my 13 year old daughter
half way around the world,” shares Olivia’s
Dad.”But this trip has also brought a lot of people
together. Our whole family has been building
relationships through this opportunity.”
St. Joseph School community in Fergus, St.
Joseph Parish, the Catholic Women’s
League and the Knights of Columbus
have rallied together to help with
fundraising to cover the costs for the
trip. Olivia has also been provided with
100 rosaries to give to people in the
village.
“Olivia’s classroom has become the
world,” says Lowell Butts, Principal at
St. Joseph School in Fergus. “Being
the hands and feet of Christ is what we
are supposed to do through Catholic
education. This has become an
opportunity for her class and school
to watch Olivia and her family live the
gospel values. I am excited about this
formative leadership experience for her
and excited about where this could
lead,” he says.
photo courtesy of Mario Lopes
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Commited to Service
Given the Chance for Growth
“It is very different says,” Jessica Kruegar, speaking of
her recent visit to sub-Saharan Africa. “It smells like
everything is growing.”
And indeed, with the help of Jessica and her older
sister Brin, women and girls from Lyontonde, Uganda
have opportunities for new growth.
Jessica and Brin Kruegar, students from St. Mary
School in Elora travelled to Lyantonde with their father
during their March break this year. The girls, 12 and 14
years old, had an extraordinary opportunity. They were
witness to the change in the lives of those in receipt of
$4,500 of their fundraising.
In support of the Salama Shield Foundation microcredit
program called Finance for Life, the girls took the lead
on fundraising initiatives at St. Mary School in Elora to
support income generating projects for women and
girls in Lyontonde.
The money they raised also included the purchase and
distribution of 30 goats while the girls were in Uganda.
“We delivered two goats to 15 families,” shares Brin.
“The families knew we were coming but didn’t know
why. They were surprised and very thankful.”
A pair of goats can provide income and improved
nutrition, create more opportunities for education and
more reliable household support.
How does a micro finance
program work
Finance for Life, in particular, addresses the needs
of women by providing access to small loans. Most
women in Uganda are not bankable. They are
considered too poor to apply for loans, and are
culturally dependent on their husbands. Loans, through
the program, are provided to individuals within a
credit group; a community of 5-10 women seeking
to change their own lives. Each group is assisted with
training and support throughout the loan period.
At 14, Brin has already travelled to Lyontonde once
before. She has seen the ripple effect of the micro
credit program that began with 5 women and has now
grown to 700.
“A lot has changed,” Brin explains since she was in
Uganda last. “Kids who were in school are now in
University, houses have been rebuilt, there is a shop
United Way
and some families have animals.”
Helping others often plants many more seeds.
Jessica and Brin are certain they wish to continue
helping the people in Lyontonde. And as their principal
comments, “When young people reach out, it sends a
very clear message to other young people.”
The entire school District participated in this year’s
United Way Campaign and raised $74,256.
While in Uganda, Jessica and Brin also had an
opportunity to visit a local school. They were amazed
at the difference from their school experience and that
“everyone is still so happy,” says Jessica. “The girls
attending school know they are so lucky,” she adds.
There are “dirt floors, no lights, holes in the walls and
roof. Everyone sits on the floor...and there are 6
teachers for 240 kids,” comments Brin.
St. Mary School, Elora staff and faculty from left: Ben Hayne, Susie Roma, Mike Breadner, Carolyn Bowen
and Denise McKay.
A recognition luncheon was held following the campaign at St. Mary, Elora for their United Way Campaign
accomplishments; an increase of 35% from last year.
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Unique Programs
Food and Friends Program at
Wellington Catholic
“Every child has the right to go to school well nourished and ready to learn,” states
the Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Food and Friends website.
This is a difficult statement to disagree with. Yet, many students within Wellington
Catholic often do go to school hungry.
There are as many explanations for this as there are differences in family
circumstances. Reduced financial resources of families is not always the reason
students arrive to school undernourished, hungry or without a lunch. Busy lifestyles,
poor nutritional habits and organization skills are also commonly indicated.
“For some kids, the only nutritional meal they will have the whole day has been one
provided by Food and Friends,” comments Anita Macfarlane, Community Program
Director for Food and Friends.
The program supports snack, breakfast and lunch programs.
An average of 295 students and 350 adult volunteers are involved with the delivery
of food. It is truly a community effort to help ensure students have the very best
chance to learn.
Many schools within the District recognize the importance of their food program.
“At St. John Bosco Lunch program I had the opportunity to be part of an incredible
experience,” shares Anita.
“I was invited, along with others, to enjoy a meal prepared by the students with the
assistance of the staff and volunteers of the lunch program. It was only after we
finished eating that we realized the impact of this lunch…,” Anita comments.
The nutrition programs at St. John Bosco are tied to the curriculum at the school. In
the cooking class, students were asked to create a meal. They were responsible
for the menu, grocery list, food preparation and then they served the food to their
families.
“The student that planned the meal that day had no family to prepare his meal for so
those in attendance became his family for the day. It was moving and so satisfying to
be part of this event,” she says earnestly.
“I think we all understand the importance of proper nutrition when it comes to learning.
But it was nice to see how, through some of the Food and Friends programs,
students are able to develop positive eating habits, reinforce life skills and become
part of a community within the school that goes beyond academics,” she comments.
Sacred Heart Raises Money
for Snack Program
Sacred Heart students were interviewed on Rogers
Television and asked about how the healthy snack
program works at their school. Sacred Heart students
receive a healthy snack 4 days a week.
Back row: Luca Gagliardi, Justys Villella, and Audrey Porcellato.
Front row: Kiana Stradiotto and Luke Hannam.
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St. Brigid Student
Retreat Centre:
A Valuable Resource
The Ignatius Jesuit Centre is well-known and treasured by Jesuits and their
collaborators around the world. The estate, over 240 hectares, is the home of The
Ecology Project and Spiritual Ministries.
For Wellington Catholic students, faculty and staff, the grounds have been central to
the success of the Terra Program for many years. More recently, St. Brigid Retreat
Centre – with the adjacent St. Francis of Assisi chapel – has been enriching the
spiritual lives of many.
All four high schools and a great number of elementary school communities run
various student retreats from this facility. Retreats for younger students in their
preparation for the Sacraments, grade 10 and grade 12 theology retreats for high
school students are such examples.
“It’s an awesome place of solitude and we love using it. Especially since the chapel is
next door,” comments Bishop Macdonell’s school chaplain, Mary Davidson-Pilon.
It is also used for a variety of other faith related events. Faith animators from each
school gather there at least 1-2 times a year for a day long workshop. Two years
ago all the chaplains from the Hamilton Diocese used the facility for the annual
chaplains retreat and last year Lourdes held their 24hr thinkfast at St. Brigid
overnight as well.
“This lovely, spiritual place allows people to relax, connect with God and each other
in such a natural setting that’s close to home,” says Emily Orlando, chaplain at St.
James.
Unique Programs
Grade 2 student, Aila Duffy, prepares for the Sacrament of First Communion at
St. Brigid Student Retreat.
Need to Cater an
Event
Enjoy Some St. James Hospitality.
St James High School has developed a very popular Hospitality program. With the
support of both the school and the District, the kitchen facilities at St. James have
been renovated with restaurant grade equipment and resources. Students are now
engaged in real work in a real commercial kitchen.
The program caters many events from banquets, receptions to lunch meetings and
takeout dinners. All orders are prepped and prepared by hospitality students who
work very hard to meet high standards.
“It is very exciting to see students involved in a real work place experience as it relates
to the food service industry,” says Mary Weiler, teacher in the program. “Students
have received an abundance of compliments regarding their professionalism and
food production quality,” she comments.
Hospitality students Skylar Eybel and Julia Toscan.
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Educating for Life
Focus on Nature
All secondary students in
Guelph and Wellington
County are welcome to
attend Catholic High Schools.
For more information visit
our website at
www.wellingtoncdsb.ca
or call our Central Office at
519-821-4600.
Students from two classes at St. Mary
School in Elora had the opportunity to
see nature in a new way – through the
lens of a camera. Local photographer,
Trina Koster facilitated the full day
sessions.
“With links to the Ontario curriculum,
Science and Technology… and the Arts,
it was an interactive, hands-on approach
to learning through photography,” says
teacher Rebecca Newell.
The day included:
• instruction on the elements of design
• use of digital cameras to take the
best nature shots
• photography session at a local park
• ideas for integrating design
elements with photographs
At the end of the day, each student
showed their best 5 pieces of work.
The photographs were amazing!,”
exclaims another teacher, Ashley
Stevenson. “I was so impressed.”
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