Students focus on foundational Christian beliefs and practices, including the Apostles’ Creed, Nicene Creed, Salvation History, Scripture, Liturgy, the seasons of the Church, and the 7 Sacraments. Resources include the Chosen student workbook, Theology of the Body, and Finding God. Preparation for Confirmation begins this term and continues throughout the year. The Confirmation date is usually announced by the Archdiocese in February.
Students explore short stories, fables, and nonfiction articles to build critical reading, analytical, and interpretive skills. They examine themes, characters, plot, and literary elements while making text-to-self, text-to-text, and text-to-world connections. These activities strengthen comprehension, reflection, and communication.
Using the MathLinks 7 program, students study Fractions, Decimals, Percents, Probability, Problem Solving, and Financial Literacy. Math homework is assigned regularly to reinforce skills and promote steady progress. Assessments include quizzes, tests, projects, and homework checks.
Term One focuses on the anthropological origins of humans. Students investigate how early humans lived, adapted, and formed the foundations of civilization. Learning involves inquiry, research, and writing. Assessments include quizzes, presentations, and projects.
Students study evolution, including natural selection, genetic variation, adaptation, and the fossil record. Through labs, simulations, and discussions, they explore how species change over time and how biodiversity develops. Assessments include quizzes, projects, labs, and presentations.
Band (Dr. Milosevic) and Drama (Mr. Band) continue throughout the year. Visual Art, ADST, and Career Ed are taught by the Grade 7 teachers. Students begin modules in Digital Literacy, Drafting, Food Studies, and Robotics, often integrating skills with other subjects through cross-curricular projects.
Students deepen their understanding of the Sacraments, the Rite of Confirmation, the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, and the lives of the saints. Preparation for Confirmation becomes more focused this term.
Students continue developing comprehension and literary analysis skills while reading Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH. They explore character development, setting, themes, and literary elements.
Concepts covered this term include:
Integers
Order of operations
Patterns and expressions
Solving equations
Coordinate grids
Students continue practicing problem-solving and mathematical reasoning.
Students study Ancient Egypt and Ancient Rome, examining geography, culture, government, achievements, and how civilizations rise and fall. Inquiry projects and presentations support learning.
Students investigate electricity and electromagnetism. Topics include circuits, energy transfer, magnetism, and the environmental effects of electricity. Students also examine climate change and human impacts on land and ecosystems.
Students engage in hands-on building, coding, ideating, prototyping, and testing through robotics and other ADST modules. Food Studies includes cooking and baking. Career Ed focuses on factors that influence different types of jobs in the community. Visual Art explores painting, oil pastel techniques, and the use of tools and technologies.
Students learn about the virtues, the corporal and spiritual works of mercy, chastity and Theology of the Body, and what it means to live a life of Christian discipleship.
Students study poetry, focusing on literary devices, structure, imagery, and rhythm. Reading comprehension continues through various texts and activities.
Students investigate:
Circles and circle graphs
Area of circles
Volume and surface area of cylinders
Students explore Ancient Greece and the Maya civilization, comparing political systems, culture, social structures, and key achievements.
Students study elements and compounds, crystalline structures, and chemical changes. Through experiments and hands-on activities, they deepen their understanding of matter and how it transforms.
Students complete Media Arts passion projects where they design and create a digital product connected to a personal interest. Career Ed emphasizes cultural and social awareness. Visual Art focuses on the elements of design, including colour, shape, and balance.