Saturday, February 27, 2016

Studio 89


Good News!
I have been invited to work with Aanchal Mogla, volunteer at Studio 89, to develop workshops/activities addressing and supporting local school academic programs.

Our focus:
to expose students to important social and environmental issues.

is a non-profit organization in Mississauga, Ontario sponsoring a variety of community events with money generated from its operation.

See article in Toronto Star detailing the organization’s philosophy and contribution to the community:


1.  Kudos to Stephen Lewis S.S., and teacher Brett Boivin, Peel Board of Education.

“Alone we are smart. Together we are brilliant”. Steven Anderson
is the mantra students from Stephen Lewis S.S. has adapted. 

Image  © J. Andreacchi 2016

Agenda for the day included examining:
  •  History of Studio 89
  •  Reasons for Rainforest Certified, Bird Friendly for choices,
  •   Vegan, Gluten Free Menu choices
  •  Conscious Consumerism
  •  Social Justice Issues and the Toronto Star's Editor/Atkinson's Philosophy 

Students utilized a variety of Web 2.0 Tools to share new knowledge and understanding:
·        www.canva.com -- Infographs
·        www.animoto.com

The day culminated with the development of a number of Action Plans for “making a difference” in the community.

                            Images  © J. Andreacchi 2016

2.  Students from Glenforest S.S. and teacher Michelle Allen, Peel Board of Education, examined Sustainability from a number of perspectives.

Agenda for the day included:
  • Examining the production of Nutella and if its consumption and production is Healthy for the Environment
  • Examining the statement: “Are we to paint what’s on the face, or what’s inside the face, or what’s behind the face?” Pablo Picas  
          By creating a message out of Rubbish to define what “Eco-              Consciousness” means to the group
  • Writing and singing a Rap Song to promote the philosophy of Studio 89
 
Images  © J. Andreacchi 2016

"We can make a difference if we put some effort into change for the better."

Resourcefully Yours
Julie Andreacchi
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2016