The students of Oak Learners recently completed an incredible six-week journey into the fascinating world of flight. This unit was an immersive experience for both students and teachers, blending creativity, hands-on exploration, and cross-curricular connections to make learning come alive.
Two students from Oak Learners have their artwork featured at this year’s Tis the Season Art Show at the Assembly Hall at Humber College. Featuring art created by students from local schools, the works in this exhibition speaks to the seasonal changes from autumn to winter, like snowfalls and long periods of darkness, and the cultural traditions they help shape. The exhibition is open from November 19 to December 18, 2024.
By learning directly from Indigenous voices and engaging with their histories and cultures, our students are better equipped to contribute to a more just and inclusive society. This journey is a testament to the power of inquiry-based learning and the importance of collaboration with Indigenous communities in education.
For the month of September, our Middle School class at the Oak Learners Lake Shore Campus has been engaged in an inquiry-based learning project to choose a class pet. The students have learned about the importance of responsible animal caretaking while also investigating the pros and cons of having a class pet.
This week, Oak Learners hosted Andrew Chang and his team from CBC News: The National to film a segment about what children are hearing and thinking about the current issues surrounding the Coronavirus outbreak. Current students of our day school as well as PA Day Camp...
The book Augie and Me by R.J Palacio is a sequel to the book Wonder. The book Wonder is about a boy named August Pullman, who is in 5th grade. This boy has a severe facial deformity and has been home-schooled for his whole life. He is heading to 5th grade and his mom...