Our Land Acknowledgement shows recognition of and respect for Indigenous peoples from the past and the present. We acknowledge that the property of Richland Academy is situated upon traditional territories of the Anishinabek, the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, Mississaugas of the Credit, Mississauga and the Wendat peoples.
Recognizing this land is an expression of gratitude and appreciation to those whose territory you reside on, and a way of honouring the Indigenous people who have been living and working on the land from time immemorial.
LEGO Food Challenge: Big Ideas, Tiny Bricks!
Our Grade 1 students had a fun and creative challenge! They had to build their favourite food or dessert out of LEGO… with no instructions! To help them with the challenge, we used something called the Engineering Design Cycle. It’s a way to help solve problems, …
Stitch by Stitch: Learning to use a sewing machine!
In Design class, our Grade 7 and 8 students started learning how to use a sewing machine. For many students, this was their first time ever using one. At first, they were a bit nervous, but also very excited to try something new! We began …
Discover the Potential in Art for Kindergarten
In the vibrant world of early childhood education, art emerges as a powerful catalyst for holistic development, transcending the boundaries of mere creative expression. Within the context of a Reggio-inspired and IB learning environment, art becomes a cornerstone in nurturing young minds, offering a multitude …
Impact of Simple Machines on Daily Life
Join us on an exciting journey as students delve into the world of six simple machines! The grade 2 class have launched their inquiry into HOW THE WORLD WORKS with a collaborative activity with Mr. Demers in the gym. At six captivating stations, learners were given the …
Grade 1’s Binary Adventure
In the grade 1 classes, they’ve been diving into the basics of coding, and it’s been quite the adventure! Recently, they tackled the concept of binary code! The language of computers is made up of just two digits, 1 and 0. It was cool to …
Learning about the Water Cycle
As part of our inquiry into Air and Water, students created water cycles in a bag. Using sharpies they showed the three main parts: Evaporation, Condensation and Precipitation. Some students extended their learning by including runoff and accumulation.We then attached them to our windows to …
Reach Ahead – Grade 9 Math Credit
We are thrilled to announce that Richland Academy has received official authorization from the Ontario Ministry of Education to offer Grade 9 Math high school credits! This achievement comes after a successful pilot program this year, where three enthusiastic Grade 8 students participated in the …
Spreading Love and Learning on the 100th Day of School
In the Junior Kindergarten classroom, love was in the air as students commemorated the 100th day of school with boundless enthusiasm! Engaging in a delightful activity, they honed their fine motor skills by meticulously stringing colourful beads of their choice, some even creating captivating patterns. …
Stop Motion Animation Fun with the Grade 5s
Last week, our grade 5 classes took on the cool world of stop motion animation, and let me tell you – it’s way trickier than it looks! We learned that making those tiny movements you see in movies takes tons of patience and careful planning. …
Be Kind
Why Do We Wear Pink? Pink Shirt Day originated in 2007 when two students took a stand against bullying by wearing pink shirts after a boy was laughed at for wearing pink to school. It has since become an annual event, promoting anti-bullying awareness and encouraging kindness. …
