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8 and 9 students have the opportunity to experience two elective courses, of their choice, per term. They are designed to give students the opportunity to explore a broad range of experiences. Whether it be Home Economics, Media Studies, Drama, or Band, they have many to choose from.
By the end of grade 9 all students will need to have taken one Applied Skill and one Fine Arts Elective. Therefore, grade 9 students will have first priority in choosing their elective to fulfill these needs!
Grade 7 students also have the opportunity to enjoy an elective once a week during the year.
Listed below are the elective choices for each term and some general information about each one of them.


2009-10 Term 1: Info Tech

Mr. Watson

In Information Technology we will be using a variety of technology to accomplish numerous goals. This will include: computers, still cameras and video cameras. Students will learn how to take pictures and then alter the picture in numerous ways. Some students will be able to create their own video productions. Various software will be used and students will be exposed to several ways to make slideshows and audio visual presentations. Students taking this class should have a USB flash memory to facilitate movement of work.

2009-10 Term 1: Drama

Mr. Maguire and Miss Cappiello

In the performance elective, students will explore and learn about the various ways to express thoughts, feelings and beliefs through the art of performance. This elective has been designed to prepare for the Assumption School Christmas Concert. In this elective, students will learn a variety of dramatic forms to portray a given theme, story or structure. Students will participate in class and will use the skills they are learning about drama and relationships to perform at various school events, assemblies, and finally at the Christmas concert in December. Not only will we look at the dramatic performance, but also at staging, sets, sound, and lighting. This is a fun and interactive learning experience for students to express themselves in diverse ways. The main goal of this elective is for students to have the opportunity to explore and become more aware of drama and theater and utilize these skills in various aspects of their life experiences.

2009-10 Term 1 & 2 Band

Mr. Jim Baron

Develop your individual and group musical skills on the instrument of your choice. The course will encompass a wide range of musical styles from classic to world, to contemporary. There will be an emphasis on rhythm, “ear” development, hands-on performance and understanding musical notation as it applies to group work. Students will have the opportunity to apply their skills in trios and combos as well as a complete group work. There will also be the opportunity to incorporate individual and group vocals to the consummate band sound. If time permits, students may also contribute original compositions that may become part of the total group effort.

2009-10 Term 1 Art

Miss Cappiello

In Art, students will have the opportunity to examine and explore a number of various art forms and techniques. Students will learn about these techniques both by looking at famous art pieces and by practicing techniques and constructing their own personal art portfolios. Such techniques will include a number of various alternative forms of representation, including: ceramics, drawing, painting and sketching graphics, sculpture, textiles and much more. The estimated cost for the Art elective is roughly $25.00. Our main goal for this elective is for students to not only learn about different visual art forms and the correct terminology that accompanies this, but also for them to explore and develop their own artistic skills.

2009-10 Term 2 Community Recreation

Miss Cappiello and Mr. Maguire

In Community Recreation, students will have the opportunity to engage in and learn about many of the clubs and organizations that are in Powell River. The details are still being worked out; however, possible opportunities will include learning about and visiting: the ECU, Otago Rugby Club, hiking and cleaning up garbage in the great outdoors, Myrtle Point Golf Club, Powell River Gymnastics Club, the Powell River Leisure Centre, Catalyst Paper Mill and more. Through exploring this elective, students will be able to discover the various opportunities and community organizations that are available in Powell River. The estimated cost for the Community Recreation elective is roughly $50.00.

2009-10 Term 2 Home Economics

Mrs. Bigold

In Home Economics, the students will meet from 12:30 to 2:45. The course will cover and demonstrate safe and appropriate use of equipment needed to prepare food items. They will learn the essential components of all food groups using the Canada Food guide. There will be material to read each class and a written assignment. They will then bake or cook a recipe from that component and enjoy eating it. They will plan meals and prepare an Italian dinner at the end of the course. A special surprise will be made for Mother’s Day. The cost for this elective is $35.00 to cover baking and cooking supplies.

2009-10 Term 2 Media Studies

Mr. Maguire

In Media Studies students will be provided with the opportunity to explore a variety of media forms such as newspapers, magazines, advertisements, the internet, television, music and examine these critically. We will learn about and discuss current events happening in Powell River, British Columbia, Canada and the World. Students will create and produce their own news broadcasts in groups which will be videotaped. Using critical thinking skills and learning the proper format of debating, this class will examine how we are affected by current events. Students will also explore print news and will get to know the different terminology involved in newspaper writing, looking specifically at the Vancouver Sun and the Powell River Peak. This elective requires that students participate in classroom activities, and they will be expected to complete homework assignments to keep up with the demands of the workload.