MDR--09
Come join the show! Actors, directors, designers, managers - whatever you are interested in, there’s a place for you in the theatre.
Drama 9 is intended to introduce students to the Theatre program here at Sa-Hali Secondary. Students are offered opportunities to try out both on-stage and off-stage roles in order to discover what they enjoy the most and want to focus on. As part of a multi-grade class, students are able to grow faster with support from the older students serving as mentors and models. This is a great opportunity for students to take a course that allows for collaboration, problem-solving, and creative risk-taking.
MVA--09ART
This introductory art foundations course will give students the opportunity to express themselves creatively and build self-confidence through work with a variety of mediums, processes, and themes. Students will learn to create personally meaningful artworks with extra focus on sculpture and 3D materials. Mediums may include (but are not limited to) paint, clay, paper mache, wire, mixed media, and possibly digital technology.
MMU--09-GR
Grade 9 Guitar is an introductory course designed for students with or without prior musical experience. Using school-provided acoustic guitars, students will learn basic playing techniques, chords, strumming patterns, and ensemble skills while exploring a variety of musical styles. This course emphasizes creative expression, personal growth, and collaboration through music-making. Students will develop an appreciation for how music connects people, reflects diverse cultures, and fosters communication and self-expression.
MMU--09-AB
Grade 9 Band is open to all students, whether they are continuing from a previous band class or learning a new instrument for the first time—no experience necessary. Students may choose from woodwind, brass, or percussion instruments, all of which are available through the school for use in class. Throughout the course, students will develop performance skills, ensemble techniques, and music reading abilities while exploring a range of musical styles. This course fosters creativity, collaboration, and communication as students discover how music can express ideas, emotions, and cultural perspectives.