Happy Easter to you and your family!  Hoping everyone is well (mentally and physically).  Know that we are all in this unique circumstance together, keep your Condor Spirit up!

What was you impression of the movie, Freedom Writers?  Hope you enjoyed it as much as I did.

1. What would you do to break the ethnic and racial barriers in Ms. Gruwell’s classroom?

   2.  Could Ms. Gruwell’s pro-tolerance teaching methods be extended to the entire school and beyond? How could this be achieved?

   3.   Think about your own school or out-of-school activities. Are youth respectful of each other’s differences? Are there problems similar to those in Wilson High? If so, what steps can you take to initiate change?

   4.   How are relationships healthier when the individuals involved have mutual respect?

   5.   Hav

   6.  Have you ever had to overcome a significant problem? Who did you turn to for support?What are some of the difficulties of balancing your academic or professional life with your personal life?

   7.  How do teachers and students deal with bullying, violence and/or gang activity in your school?

    8.  Think about your own school. Are there inequities that exist? How can you document these injustices and urge school officials to make positive changes?

Individual & Family Dynamics 120

Fellow Individual & Family Dynamic 120 students,

We are on a new adventure of learning and I must admit, it’s certainly a learning curve for both of us.  I miss our daily interactions but know that our safety is of the utmost importance (mind and body).

This week’s assignment includes a remote, a bag of popcorn (or snack of choice), your full undivided attention to watch FREEDOM WRITERS starring Hilary Swank.  OMG … this is such a great movie (of which we would have watched at some point anyway).  Without giving out too much info, here’s a break down of the movie.  A teacher’s, Ms. Gruwell, goal is to reach/teach students who come from different ethnic backgrounds, social status, and who carry a whole range of issues.  I will be looking forward to your comments (through email) with regards to your impression of the movie, the characters, etc.

You can find this movie on Netflix or on youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qyt13_pUFjQ

Next week, I will provide you with a series of questions in relation to the movie.  This would be a good time to start a journal (note names of characters, challenges viewed, etc.).

Please feel free to contact me through email at elaine.levesquegodin@nbed.nb.ca.  If you have any questions or concerns.  And I am always looking for great resources to utilize that would be interesting for students. Suggestions welcomed.

Grace (my loving cat) is never too far from my side and giving some quality cuddle time.

Keep up your CONDOR SPIRIT!

Regards,

Elaine Levesque-Godin

SCIENCE 9

Fellow Science 9 students,

We are on a new adventure of learning and I must admit, it’s certainly a learning curve for both of us.  I miss our daily interactions but know that our safety is of the utmost importance (mind and body).

This week’s learning involves the exploration of the following website to discover some of the greatest missions of Nasa.  I was so looking forward to the start and completion of your science projects but nothing is stopping you to explore an idea from home.

https://www.space.com/14532-10-greatest-nasa-science-missions-countdown.html

Please feel free to contact me through email at elaine.levesquegodin@nbed.nb.ca. If you have any questions or concerns.  And I am always looking for great resources to utilize that would be interesting for students.

Grace (my loving cat) is never too far from my side and giving some quality cuddle time.

Keep up your CONDOR SPIRIT!

Regards,

Elaine Levesque-Godin