The half marathoners have just started and I’m walking back to pick up the fulls.

Should be exciting times. Weather is ok – better than expected.

Wish us well. 14 kids on the course!

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English – just finishing “A Long Way Gone” by Ishmael Beah. Memoir of a former child soldier in Sierra Leone

Socials – just finished a Canadian geography unit. Will be starting a unit on Africa next week.

Science – Reviewing Unit 1: Biomes and Unit 2: Cycles of Nature in preparation for next week’s test

Math – starting polynomials next week.
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Hello All,  This is my first foray into the world of blogging. I teach at a unique Alternative School in Vancouver, BC, Canada.  I figured it is time to allow others insight into what my classroom is like. 

Quick overview of Streetfront: Based out of Britannia Secondary School; grades 8 to 10; co-ed; most students have been removed from traditional high schools; we offer a very unique – active based model – to engage our reluctant students; 60% is core academics and 40% is intense, physical activity; we go on 3 mandatory runs each week; many students train for half and full marathons; we will venture out on over 40 physical field trips over the school year. Staffing: 1 teacher, 1 youth and family worker, 1 alternative program worker (outdoor education leader); 22 students