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The COVID Community Through A Camera (And Other Alliterations)

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Salutations. Would you believe me if I told you that we were currently witnessing a pivotal moment in history? A global pandemic is a very rare occurrence, especially one in which the entire world is on lockdown. It feels good to know that I am putting my introverted tendencies to … More The COVID Community Through A Camera (And Other Alliterations)

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DIY Provincials Tournament

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Salutations. Welcome back to sentiments from a quaranteen. On the menu for today? A provincial tournament reflection! In my most recent blog post, I explain the guidelines of our challenge, and you can visit that post here. http://www.blog44.ca/allyt/2020/04/09/dideas-keep-on-comin/ Since the regional challenge, it would be safe to say that an … More DIY Provincials Tournament

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DIdeas Keep On Comin’

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Salutations. I have always been told by my teachers and parents that PLP students are not afraid of anything. As someone who has been in the program for two years, I can disprove that statement. There is only one thing that scares a PLP student, and that is Destination Imagination. … More DIdeas Keep On Comin’

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Na·tion·al·ism

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Salutations! It is that time of year! I am in high spirits because today marks the end of perhaps one of my favourite projects this year. We recently finished our “Straight flowin’ / while I am scrolling” project. This scheme gave us an in-depth understanding of historical significance, nationalism, memes, … More Na·tion·al·ism

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Reinventing The Magic of Star Wars

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    If extravagant fictitious action movies were a system of rule, then the Star Wars franchise would be top dog. The newest addition to this scintillating ensemble is the masterpiece directed by JJ Abrams, ‘The Force Awakens’. Now, much like most Star Wars movies, two things are true about … More Reinventing The Magic of Star Wars

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How I Became Stephen Speilburg

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Salutations Today is a day to celebrate, as our Maker term officially ends on Friday! It has been a jam packed three months of brainstorming, planning and filming up a storm. I have definitely noticed a huge ark in my learning. It is this ark that I would like to … More How I Became Stephen Speilburg