As our Grade 1 students continue their investigation of the sensory organs, they have begun planning, sketching, labeling, and building these organs using human-made materials. A student-created model of the skin, including blood...
Connecting their prior knowledge of symmetry, our SK students have a good understanding of “whole,” ‘half’ and “equal pieces.” This week, they have been working on the concept of quarters and thirds. Through...
Having mastered an understanding of the structure and function of the atmosphere, our Grade 4 class continues their study of weather by exploring types of clouds. Here, some students use the sculpture style...
Our JK students took an interest in observing and exploring the Calla Lilly. A discussion about the shapes of the pot, the leaves, the flowers and the soil became their first focus...
Our Grade 1 students add province- and territory-specific elements to their map of Canada, after exploring our country's diverse landscape....
Our Grade 3 students create their vision of the underground city of Ember, following their inquiries about light and electricity while studying the novel, "The City of Ember."...
JK student, Olivia, worked intently on ‘tearing different types of paper’ to make her classmate, Angelie, with attention to details of all of the parts that make up the body of a...
Our Grade 2 students have been working on self-portraits in the style of Vincent Van Gogh this term in Studio class. Throughout his life, Van Gogh wrote many letters to his brother, Theo,...
On December 1st, Richland Academy hosted an evening of arts and holiday shopping for ladies only! This event featured items from local artisans, and designer-inspired jewellery and fashions that were available for purchase. A special thank you to the vendors, and also to the shoppers who came out to show their support. Proceeds from this event will go toward Parent Community Fundraising to enhance our children’s outdoor learning spaces, as well as our ‘Haiti Fund’ through Free The Children’s Adopt-A-Village’ program.
At Richland Academy, the arts are regarded as an instrument of expression and considered an important component of the ‘Hundred Languages of Children.’ Students engage in active learning programs that instil confidence...
