Category Archives: Grade 8

National Democracy Challenge 2014 – Elections Canada

Show us why Canada should vote!

To enter, you have to be a Canadian resident between the ages of 14 and 17.

  • You can enter only once and in one category, so make it count!
  • The contest closes on November 30, 2014 – get going before it’s too late!
  • Your entry has to be non-partisan. That means you need to:
    • Keep your entry politically neutral – it must not suggest a political affiliation, bias or designation.
    • Make sure you express your thoughts without singling out, supporting or opposing a specific political party or its views.

 

http://www.democracy-democratie.ca/content.asp?section=nyc&dir=nyc2014&document=index&lang=e

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Democracy Contest 2014

Star Wars: A New Hope

For those of you who have never been long, long, ago and far, far away….this special assignment is a starting place for you.

Star Wars

Star Wars: A New Hope

Watch the movie, then ask your parents what they thought of it. Were they kids when it came out?

Did anything surprise you? What were some of the themes which can relate to today?

Why do you think Star Wars remains so popular today? Do you think it will remain popular for later generations?

What can your experience with Star Wars tell you about popular culture? What can this movie tell you about popular culture and the time which is was made?

What can the trilogy tell us about the classic tropes of the Hero story, as well as the battle between good and evil?

 

Adventure Trips: Cameron Lake

Waterton Lakes National Park: Cameron Lake

“Cameron Lake is a hidden jewel in Waterton Park.  To get to the lake you need to drive about 20-30 minutes up a windy road through the mountains.  The drive is well worth it, as you will invariably see deer along the way and during the spring some waterfalls.  There are several hiking trails and picnic spots off the road, and they are well marked.

The lake is nestled in the mountains, and provides spectacular views!  The water is clear and the lake is full of fish.  There is a nice information display.  There are several hiking trails as well.  The lake is a glacial basin with spectacular views, hiking, picnicking, fishing and boating.  You can rent canoes, kayaks, and pedal boats.

In the winter you can drive most of the way up the road to Cameron Lake.  Cross country skis will get you the rest of the way to the lake and the ice is thick enough that you can ski out on the lake – spectacular!!”

Adventure Trips: Moraine Lake/Larch Valley

Moraine Lake/Larch Valley

Where: 2.5 hours from Calgary, 5 hours from Edmonton

What to do: One of the most stunning vistas in the Canadian Rockies is just a few steps from your car at Moraine Lake, located just a few kilometres off the main road to Lake Louise. The stunning colour of the water and the accessible look-off points make this one of the most photogenic places in all of Canada. For those looking for more adventure, the hike to Larch Valley will take you high above the lake into a beautiful mountain meadow full of great spots to rest your tired feet and eat your packed lunch.

Adventure Trips: Dare to Step Out on the Glacier Skywalk

DarDeDar To Step Out Onto The Glacier Skywalk
Dare to Step Out in the Glacier Skywalk
Where: 3.5 hours from Calgary, 4.5 hours from EdmontonWhat to do: While you’re stopped at the Columbia Icefields, why not take a trip to the area’s newest attraction — The Glacier Skywalk. The glass-floored platform hangs nearly 300 metres above the Sunwapta Valley and promises to give visitors a bird’s eye view of glaciers, mountain crags and wildlife along the cliffs

Jasper, AB

Pondering Parents @ Meet the Teacher Night

Pondering Parents @  Meet the Teacher Night

To see what kind of work we do, parents may engage in a town-hall style exploratory commentary, in person 7-8pm or online tonight a Meet the Teacher Night. Parents may comment anonymously on a poster, google doc, or choose to submit an individual response in the assignment folder.

Parents, please email pruck@newhorizons.ab.ca for permission to edit the Google doc from the email address the school has on file.

Questions for consideration:

1) What does a citizen need to know to engage in a democratic society?

2) In your opinion, what does it mean to be Canadian?

3) What histories do you think may be overlooked in contemporary education?

4) How would technology ideally enhance communications?

5)What kinds of local contexts are important for students to experience?

6) Wildcard – parents choice

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