Humanities with Ms. Abma

For those of you who did the New York Times  "What's Going On In This Picture?" challenge, here is the reveal of the caption attached to this picture. This week’s image comes from the Dec. 19, 2019 article “ Welcome to the Falcon Hospital. Please Take a Number. ”  The story is about a state-of-the-art falcon hospital in Doha, Qatar, which offers scans, surgeries and a link to a centuries-old pastime; falconry. The original caption read: The waiting room has perches for birds and for humans. The photographer is  Olva Morvan .

Dear Readers, Today's writing challenge is brought to us by   Letters Live   and actor Benedict Cumberbatch. Since 2013, Letters Live have been inviting performers to bring letters to life in memorable venues around the world. With our ‘Read A Letter’ campaign, we’re opening the stage extremely wide and would love for the world (you!) to share letters to the heroes on the frontline; letters to relatives in need; letters to strangers who have stepped up and made a difference; letters to neighbouring families, streets, towns and countries; letters from teachers to their isolated pupils or to the parents who now find themselves home-schooling; letters to those in power; letters to a population crying out for words of comfort. So, all you need to do is this: Write a letter of encourage, of love, of support to someone you know needs one. Film yourself reading a letter. Use your phone, like Benedict. If you're camera shy, point your phone at something else w...

Here is Dr. Robertson and Ms. Coles message on the Power of Music, so throw on some favorite tunes and take a dance break.  Don’t forget to answer the Jam or No Jam from last Friday’s blog and comment on why you chose Jam or No Jam. Here’s a video for wellness, made by various Canadian artists, to end a TV special called Stronger Together. Be well dear students, and reach out if you need it. There is an opportunity to join the GSA online community. They are inviting you to a virtual meet on Thursday, April 30. The information is on the invite below. If you have any questions about it please email Ms. Fabrig: Amanda Fabrig: apfabrig@cbe.ab.ca for more information. 

What's going on in this picture? Go to the  New York Times  page to discuss what in the world you think is going on here. We'll reveal the answer at the end of the week. 

Need a tutor?  I'd like to share an opportunity from the Werklund School of Education at the U of C. They are arranging to match up students with pre-service teachers to provide free tutoring online. Just request a tutor and take a survey identifying the learner's needs. More information and the request form are found here:  Werklund school tutor

From Monday's "what's going on in this picture?"  We reveal that the original caption from Oct 2010, reads:  Employees at the Wilkin & Sons jam factory in Tiptree, England, had cameras out for a tour by Queen Elizabeth II. Her visit came as the company celebrated its 125th year. Were you right? 

Dear Readers. Each week I will share a creative writing challenge. This is offered for all who want to maintain their creative skills and is not mandatory. And, I will enjoy reading and responding to your work. Writing challenge: How Can You Tell a Story About Your Life Right Now Through a Few Simple Numbers? Number of times you opened the fridge today? The number of Tik Toks you viewed? The number of hours you stayed in your bed? The number of walks you have taken with your dog? This writing prompt comes from The New York Times and there are more resources to help you think about the idea on the following link. Enjoy the challenge and the opportunity to share you thoughts with other writers.  The New York Times Writing Challenge