Art will focus on various subject matters, techniques and mediums. These will be explored through drawing, painting, sculpture and printmaking. Students may take art up to three times without repeating projects.

Drawing 7 is an exploratory course meant to further expose students to a variety of drawing techniques and media through specific drawing projects.

Journaling 7 is a visual diary, blending art and writing as a form of self expression. This course will give students an opportunity to express stories, goals, memories, thoughts and feelings using their creative voices. Art Journaling can be a means of stress reduction and assist in self-regulation.

Choral means choir, and choir means everyone can sing! No experience necessary. Students’ will improve their singing by learning how sound is produced in the body and how to have a flexible mindset. Progress is more important than perfection! We perform music across history and around the globe from film, radio, and musical theatre, as well as songs for special occasions (O Canada, Happy Birthday, etc.). Performance opportunities may include school concerts, Remembrance Day, Festival of Trees, Red Deer Festival of the Performing Arts, video recordings, and Alberta Children’s Choir.

Skills to be developed are: willingness to try, supporting our fellow vocalists, listening to harmony, reading the musical staff, interpreting lyrics, engaging the whole body, and practicing with discipline. If students want to develop as soloists, in duets/trios, or as songwriters, we will explore projects related to their interests.

Students will engage with matters of digital citizenship, internet safety, and how to utilize computers for various functions. The Google Suite (Docs, Slides, Spreadsheets) and other computer software applications may be utilized in great detail. Students will then have the skills necessary to support them through school as well as later in life. This is NOT computer games - it is an academic focused course to supplement their skill set in the digital environment.

This course is designed to introduce students to a variety of craft and hobby projects in order to teach problem solving and foster an interest in using your hands to create works of art. The projects vary according to fads, interests, seasons and holidays from term to term.

Aims to provide students interested in the creation of text, an opportunity to explore and develop their talents and ideas. As they experiment with writing, rewriting and making effective language choices, they learn to provide and be receptive to feedback from peers and adults. This option course is for students who love to write. Students will explore genres, types of writing and learn through the writer’s workshop method. This is an open ended class where students choose what they want to write and are given guidance as they progress through the process.

Digital Art and Design is a class that combines the worlds of art and technology. Students will learn how to use different computer programs as well as the basic elements and principles of art and graphic design. This class focuses on illustration and corporate design, and is designed for students interested in developing art from a digital perspective or in graphic design. Movie poster design, vector illustration, logo design, advertisement design, digital painting, typographic designs, and photo compositing are all possible projects. The class is open to anyone interested in digital art!

This course focuses on building confidence and basic skills in a variety of different disciplines such as orientation, movement, speech, pantomime, story theatre, improvisation, and acting. Projects include, creative movement, radio plays, storytelling, lighting, and performing a modified one act play. The final project will have students complete a project that showcases a variety of skills learned. Drama may be selected twice in one year.

This course is intended for the student that has strong interests in our environment. There are no prerequisites for this course other than having an interest in the environment and being enthusiastic about exploring and learning about some of the most fantastic places on Earth.

Students will complete an orientation module in the sewing area. The sewing machine, serger and irons are some of the equipment the students will be using to construct their project. No previous sewing experience required to enroll.

Sewing projects (choices determined by previous sewing experience): Wheat bags, sports tote bags, pencil cases and crafts.

*You are able to take the machine sewing sewing class and the hand sewing class, if space permits

(TERM 1 ONLY)

Ever wanted to make your own monster? Here’s your chance! These monsters will be hand sewn. No machines used here. No previous sewing experience required to enroll. If you enjoy crafting, this class is for you. Students will be taught the basics of hand sewing and monster stuffing techniques to make their own monster.

*You are able to take the hand sewing sewing class and the machine sewing class, if space permits.

Students will complete an orientation module and review kitchen safety before starting to cook. We’ll be taking cooking to the next level. Cooking techniques related to basic baking and breakfasts will be the main focus. Both hot and cold foods will be prepared. Examples of some units are: Frittatas, Cookies, and Fruit. Students will work in small groups to plan and prepare foods (and eat them too).

No previous experience necessary. You can take this elective in either term.

(TERMS 2 &/or 3 ONLY)

Enjoy Foods class and want to have it for a 2nd term? More cooking, more units and no need to repeat the safety unit between terms. Students will complete an orientation module and review kitchen safety and measuring before starting to cook. Students will be working in small groups to plan and prepare foods (and eat them too).

Cooking techniques related to basic baking and breakfasts will be the main focus. Both hot and cold foods will be prepared. Examples of some units are: Cookies, Muffins, Scones, French Omelette, Crepes, and Fruit.

3^rd TERM ELECTIVE - (FOOD STUDIES IN TERM 2 IS A PREREQUISITE)

This course is intended for students who have a love of film and are interested in film-making. It will allow students to explore film and film-making techniques to understand the magic of movies and film-making. Students may also engage with several films and create hands on projects related to those films and the art of film-making. Students will develop skills in filming and editing, as well as observing films which demonstrate those techniques.

This course is for students with an interest in language learning. It is suggested that students have some basic prior knowledge of French, although it is NOT mandatory. Students will focus on written and oral comprehension and expression. Projects are designed to enhance an understanding of culture, vocabulary and grammar. French is an academic option. Participation in class is necessary to learn a language.

Indigenous Studies 7 is designed for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous learners and will focus on historical and contemporary perspectives of First Nations, Métis and Inuit cultures. The course will be very “hands on” and lessons will be taught through activities and handmade projects. Students will learn about a wide variety of topics related to Canada’s Indigenous peoples such as: traditional and modern day Indigenous leaders, foods, music, clothing, shelter, games, and shared Canadian historical topics like treaties, residential schools and Indigenous issues.

This course is geared towards students eager to develop their skills in leadership and citizenship through a variety of activities including student-led intramural programs and school-wide functions. Students will organize and coordinate activities throughout the year.

We will expand upon students’ music skills to learn:

• popular songs from students’ favorite artists on unconventional or Orff instruments: bucket drums, boomwhackers, ukulele, recorder, xylophone, etc.

• rhythms from different cultures: Cree hand drums, Costa Rican body percussion, Malian djembes, and English snare drums

• song-writing techniques for lyrics, melodies, and chords including the musical alphabet

• ensemble playing and singing with harmonies

• explore instruments of jazz, rock, and concert bands

• self-directed projects at students’ request

This course is intended for students who have an interest in lifetime recreational pursuits. In each unit students will be instructed on the history, terminology, rules, safety, selection and care of equipment, skills and game strategies. The focus of this course is to develop sportsmanship, cooperation and leadership. Students will be leaving the school grounds for some of these activities and WILL REQUIRE A SIGNED DIGITAL PERMISSION FORM. Activities may include, but are not limited to: horseshoes, table tennis, Kan Jam®, Ladder Golf®, Spikeball®, Body Ball, activities at the Collicutt Centre, Disc Golf, card/board games, bocce, snowshoeing, etc.

Students will have the opportunity to work in the areas of aerospace and graphics. Students will study the forces which affect the flight of a rocket and how the parts of a rocket work. They will design, construct, and launch their own solid fuel model rocket. Students will also have the opportunity to learn how to use the vinyl cutter and make their very own stickers. There is the possibility to make stickers for their rocket.

Join in the fun and watch your rocket soar!

In this course students will have an opportunity to learn about and develop in three main areas: aspects of physical training, nutrition, and sports psychology. There will be some learning theory in each of these areas and the chance to practice what you learn! This will be a high participation course.

If you enjoy sport and being active, then this is a class for you!

In this course students have the opportunity to work with wood in the shop. Students will construct a coin bank and a footstool. They will have the opportunity to carve a logo/design on their footstool with the computerized CarveWright® machine. These two projects take one term to build. Students that take Woodworking for a second and/or third time, will have the chance to choose projects of their choice. Projects such as Deck Chair, Banana Hook, Crib Board, Giant Clothespin, and Candle Holder are awesome and fun to build. Students will also have the opportunity to learn how to use the wood lathe to make such projects as; key ring, baseball bat, and a pen.

Join in the fun and let the sawdust fly!