St. Albert Learning Centre

Embracing the Great Outdoors: Our Students’ TMO Challenge!



Our secondary students are always in motion! However, yesterday was particularly special as they united with students from across Canada for the exhilarating #TakeMeOutsideDay Challenge on October 18th.

Come rain or snow, our dedicated students persist with their daily two fifteen-minute walks. This 30-minute daily physical activity, combined with other tasks and assignments, contributes to their health and physical education credit.

Research shows the multitude of benefits that regular daily walks offer students, including heightened focus and attention by enhancing blood flow to the brain and reducing stress, thereby boosting cognitive performance. Furthermore, it fosters improved mental well-being, reducing anxiety and cultivating a sense of relaxation, which creates an optimal learning environment.

Our students are fully committed to the year-long challenge of taking their learning outdoors! Let’s wish them luck as they’ve been entered into a draw to win fantastic prizes by the Take Me Outside for Learning Team!

Unlocking Creativity: Secondary Students Earn Art Credits through Hands-On Art Projects with the Art Gallery of Sudbury

Our secondary students are embarking on an incredible journey of creativity and learning, thanks to our partnership with the Art Gallery of Sudbury!

Every second week, we’re lucky to have Sarah from the Art Gallery of Sudbury visit our school, bringing experiential learning and hands-on art projects right to our classrooms.

What’s even more amazing is that ALL participating students will earn an art credit for their efforts! But it’s not just about the credits – it’s about exploring the world of art…its rich history and diverse forms and mediums.

This week, our students learned about the fascinating history of “pinch pots.” Did you know that pinch pots date back thousands of years? They were used by ancient civilizations for various purposes, from storage to cooking, and even as ritual objects. Creating these small, hand-pinched vessels connects us to an art form with a history as impressive as its simplicity.

Let’s celebrate the beauty of art and the power of experiential learning. Keep an eye out for updates, and join us on this artistic journey!

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