Summer may still be in the air, but autumn is just around the bend and with it, a new DVHS semester. Join us starting September 17 for another great year of learning, friendship, and special events at DVHS!
Canoe Trip
Dates: September 11-14, 2015
Fee: $125
Mandatory preparation meetings: August 27 and September 8, 7:00 pm, 6 Lansdowne Rd. N, Cambridge N1S 2S8. it is imperative that students be present for BOTH pre-trip meetings.
This year we will be heading back to beautiful Algonquin Park (where we will have a site right on the beach) to enjoy day canoe trips, hiking, group games, an evening wolf howl with a park naturalist, and spending time with each other. No experience necessary. On-the-lake training will be provided :)
Fall Courses: St Paul's United Church, 29 Park St. W., Dundas
9:00-10:30
Architecture II
Fee: $120, including Architecture notebook; $110 for students who took Architecture I last year and already have a notebook
Minimum 6, maximum 16
In this course I will be covering firstly Eastern Architecture (mosque, medina and mausoleums such as Dome of the Rock, the Mosque of Cordoba, Alhambra and Taj Mahal) and then Western Architecture from early monasteries to Romanesque to Gothic. The focus, as it was last year, will again be on why these buildings were built and who they were built to honour. The architectural details are really just that: details. Although we do learn the terms, I prefer to have the students think through the rationale of the culture that deemed these giant edifices important enough to spend sometimes hundreds of years to build. To give one example, the goal of Gothic architecture was the desire to build a place of worship that would point congregants' attention to God. The three-part objective was to attain height, light and unity in the design of the church, and as each subsequent church was built, this objective was stretched higher and lighter and attained a greater cohesive unity in the awesome structures, the pinnacle of this effort seen in Amiens Cathedral. As we start looking at Romanesque churches, we will already be looking out for how height, light and unity become increasingly important to the people of this age and are created by the architects.
Students do not need to have taken Architecture I to take this course. No required text.
Exercise Science
Fee: $100
Minimum 8, maximum 16
The course is an introduction to exercise science, covering topics such as basic anatomy and physiology, fundamentals of nutrition, exercise and its many health effects, and application to sports and exercise performance and injury recovery. Possible additional topics might include the concepts and application of biomechanics, exercise testing, and the like.
The course will be taught at an introductory level to be accessible and interesting to those without a lot of scientific background but will also take those who have more science experience to a new level of knowledge and application. It will be appropriate for anyone from grade 9-12. Because most students don't cover the subject in school, we'll be starting from the ground up, which means that the students won't need a particular background in order to understand and enjoy the course. No prerequisites or required texts (handouts will be provided).
Classes will primarily consist of teaching, question and answer periods, demonstrations, and class discussion. We will try to work in a field trip which would likely require parents to assist with driving.
Evaluation will primarily consist of written and multiple choice tests and may include a presentation of some sort.
Podcasting
Fee: $100
Minimum 6, maximum 12
This course will explore interviewing/ storytelling via various forms of media with specific attention paid to digital audio/ podcast format. Students will learn how to compose and edit creative audio using handheld recorders and various Digital Audio Workstations.
Highly recommended but not required: laptop with Garage Band or similar program
Week 1: Intro to Digital Audio
Week 2: Storytelling & Interviewing
Week 3: Intro to Recording
Week 4: Editing
Week 5: Audio Theory
Week 6: Day of recording with guest
Week 7: Playback, Cutting, Sequencing Slips
Week 8: Compiling & Voice-overs
Week 9: Incorporating Music, B-Roll, Sound Effects
Week 10: New Media: Copyright, Crowd Funding, & Creative Commons
Week 11: Playback Project, Final Edits
Week 12: Wrap-up, Review, How to share your work
Karate
Fee: $100
Minimum 8, maximum 16
This twelve-week introduction to basic karate skills is open to all fitness levels and promises to be both rigorous and entertaining. It will incorporate the following rotational physical activities:
--warm-ups & conditioning
--training in specialized kicks
--training in katas (patterns of movement)
--training in self-defense
--cool-downs
Within a Christian framework, we will emphasize self-discipline, respect, self-esteem, focus, and motivation and encourage each other in our personal fitness goals.
Dress for fitness: track pants and t-shirts are suggested. Bring a water bottle. There will be ample time to freshen up/ change clothes at the end of class.
10:40-12:10
Classical Mythology
Fee: $100
Minimum 6, maximum 16
Ever used an atlas when planning a trip? Been accused of being narcissistic? Do you boast a herculean physique, or is fast food your Achilles’ heel? The two greatest literary influences on Western culture are the Bible and classical mythology, but while most of us have known our Bible stories from childhood, all too often we fail to recognize not only the superficial but the significant ways in which ancient Greek mythology and culture impact our lives even today.
This course will offer an introduction to primarily Greek classical mythology, including the idea of mythology, stories of origins, tales of the Greek gods and heroes, and the Trojan War. We’ll consider how Greek mythology compares and contrasts with Judeo-Christian views and how it has informed Western culture in literature and art. Students will have the opportunity to respond to the material in various ways, such as creative writing, mock “interviews,” artwork, etc. Use this course as part of your history or English credit for the year. Grades will not be given unless requested at registration.
Required Text (Students/ families are responsible for purchasing the required text
before the course begins): Myths of the Ancient Greeks by Richard P. Martin (~$12; available from Chapters. ca)
Introduction to Philosophy: The Great Greek Philosophers
Fee: $100
Minimum 6, maximum15
In this engaging introduction to classical philosophy, students will be introduced to some of the great ideas of the ancient world, notably those of Aristotle, Plato, and Socrates. We will bridge the big ideas of these philosophical giants with questions facing our contemporary world and formulate answers in the light of knowledge, philosophy, and faith. Assignments for this course will include short papers, quizzes, and a final 90-minute exam.
Prerequisites: This course is geared towards students in grades 10-12.
Required text (Students/ families are responsible for purchasing the required text
before the course begins): The Story of Philosophy by Bryan Magee
Art: The Creative Process
Fee: $135 (materials included)
Minimum 6, maximum 16
This course will introduce students to the process of creating original and meaningful art. Students will learn to take an original idea from thumbnails to final presentation, and will produce two original paintings. Students should be prepared to spend time researching and gathering reference between classes so they are able to stay busy for the duration of each class. The course is ideal for students who are able to work independently and who have some artistic background and experience.
Gym: Field Sports
Fee: $95
Minimum 10, maximum 16
Location: Dundas Driving Park (or St Paul’s gym in inclement weather)
We will look to have fun learning and playing low and high organizational sports such as Ultimate Frisbee, Modified Gaelic Football, Soccer, and Scrub Baseball. The skills taught will be: 1. Sending, Receiving and Striking 2. Balance and Body control.
Game strategies will include spacing, ready position and team communication. For 20 to 30 minutes we will be focusing on individual skill development.
1:00-3:00
Civics
Fee: $125 (includes $5 photocopy fee)
Minimum 8, maximum 16
What better time to look at politics with the upcoming October 2015 Federal Election? Through active participation of all class members, we will talk about all three levels of government and how we, as citizens, are involved, which covers the basic definition of CIVICS: “how government works and the rights and duties of citizenship.” A variety of resources will be used following the general guidelines for the Ontario half credit CIVICS CHV20, should parents wish to use the class for a transcript. Participation in discussions, research, opinions, presentations, readings, group work, debates, reflections, arguments, outside class prep work and other activities are expected and highly recommended!
Requirements: three-ring binder, highlighter, internet access
Theatre for Aspiring Professionals: Business and Performance
Fee: $100
Minimum 5, maximum 10
Very rarely do courses in theatre arts give a solid grounding for the aspiring professional. This course is dedicated to providing that base knowledge necessary for a career in theatre arts. Students will hone and polish their acting technique while learning the basics of theatre in a professional context: resume construction, theatre etiquette, auditioning, networking, and other skills. The course is intended for students interested in pursuing theatre arts as a possible career path and aims to prepare them for that professional journey.
Costuming and Prop Making
Fee: $130 (including materials)
Minimum , maximum 12
The exciting world of Costume Creation and Prop Fabrication is a fantastic place to explore one's creativity and imagination. By learning various tricks and techniques, you can make high quality replicas and costumes from famous movies and games. You can even bring your own creations to life! Prop making is an excellent way to test your attention to detail while improving hand-eye coordination and creativity and learning to work with various tools and materials.
In this course, students will learn about famous and successful costumers, how to work with different materials, basic construction techniques, how to paint weapons and armor, and how to display and photograph completed replicas. Students will create medieval/ fantasy- styled gauntlets, swords, and other armor and weapons under a structured plan leading towards more creative freedom. (No replica firearms will be made in this course.) All props will be taken home by the students to keep for display. Students will leave the course with a greater understanding of how replicas and film props are made and will have the knowledge to continue costume-making after the course is finished.
All materials will be provided including various foams, paints, glues, tools, and other essential items. Students will only need to bring their imagination and creative abilities!
Missions
Fee: $15
Minimum 6, maximum 16
Mission class will once again be volunteering at The Good Shepherd. We will be volunteering at the new site, 155 Cannon St E (between Elgin and Ferguson) – the Good Shepherd Venture Centre. Group activity focuses on sorting of donations (clothing and/or food); as well we may be asked to assist with re-stocking in the market place. The Market Place is the area where clients do their food bank shopping. It is set up to resemble a true grocery store. Depending on class size, parent drivers will need to sign up to volunteer to drive and are welcome to stay and help alongside the students. Each student will receive a confirmation of volunteer hours at the end of the semester.
