An overview of different programs we offer at R.L. Angus
Computational Thinking
“Coding is a hands-on way of teaching students how to analyze a problem, determine the steps to fix it, and then create code so a machine can carry out those steps. It’s more than working with computers — it’s an approach and a way of problem solving,” said Mike Bernier, B.C.’s minister of education.
Through coding apps, websites, and learned theory, students are able to demonstrate their knowledge of computational thinking curriculum. RL Angus has invested in robotics. Our school has Edison robots, Spheros, and Cubelets, that students use to program and problem solve with. Students are able to understand what robots are and do, and why humans have and make robots. Students have designed and built challenge-related robots using Cubelets and Moss Building Blocks that sense, act and carry out a specific function of their choosing.
Coding goes beyond just programming and computers. Coding allows for students to develop skills that are cross-curricular. Coding teaches logic, problem solving, project design, collaboration, techniques for communicating ideas and perseverance in the face of difficulty.
Maker Days
Maker projects are hands-on, cross-curricular, and innovative building opportunities that allow for students to explore, engage, and ignite their interest in learning. Students follow the design process to understand the problem, develop possible solutions, prototype, test, and refine their plan.
Maker Days align with the goals of the BC Curriculum, “which builds on students’ natural curiosity, inventiveness, and desire to create and work in practical ways.” Through Maker Projects we hope to grow a culture of risk-takers, innovative thinkers and problem solvers. Since its inception in 2016/17, students at RL Angus have participated in woodworking projects, felting projects, jewelry making and/or cardboard construction challenges.
At the district-wide Professional Development days, our staff was inspired by the keynote speaker, A.J. Juliani. He spoke on the need to empower students to foster creativity and become innovators. As educators, we have the opportunity to be the guide in our students’ education and unleash the creative potential of every student. In a world that is ever changing, our job is not to prepare students for something; instead, our role is to help students prepare themselves for anything. A.J. Juliani’s ideas and books have helped launch even more innovative opportunities for students at RL Angus.
RL Angus has partnered with the Industry Training Authority to offer hands-on building opportunities for students. This aligns with the Applied Design Skills and Technologies Curriculum.
Physical and Health Education
Physical and Health Education is a priority at RL Angus.
All classes have daily PE blocks, either in the fully equipped gym or using the natural setting around us. RLA has a large playground with natural forested areas and equipment. It is an optimal setting for using the outdoors as a classroom.
RL Angus is situated in an ideal location to access many of the healthy living amenities Fort Nelson has to offer. We are minutes away from the Demonstration Forest, an ideal location for nature walks, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. We have class sets of both snowshoes and skis.
Minutes away is the Northern Rockies Recreation Centre, equipped with a beautiful swimming pool, two skating rinks, curling rink, and walking track. Classes are able to use the facilities during the school day.
Extra curricular activities are offered year round, ranging from basketball, volleyball, track and field, cross-country skiing, and baseball. Staff happily coach students to set and achieve personal goals, develop personal fitness, and make healthy choices.
Symposium of Learning
At RLA, we recognize that the world is changing and that students need to build skills that prepare them for a rapidly changing world. Students were able to choose an area of interest and were placed into multi-aged groups that guided them through engaging situations that broadened their thinking and encouraged risk-taking.
The goal of the Symposium of Learning was to have students build self-reflection skills, demonstrate persistence and determination, along with building expertise in one or more subjects. This year, we have structured our learning intentions through the lens of the Career Education curriculum. Students are able to self-reflect on their strengths, skills and abilities. One of the driving forces behind the Symposium of Learning is to give students an opportunity to appreciate the value of new experiences, innovative thinking and risk taking while broadening their career options.
Since its inception in 2015/16, there have been a variety of choices offered to students. Some of these options are listed below.
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