Litter test

While the grade ten students had their literacy test. I had a litter  test. While walking my dog I found sixteen beer cans one beer bottle and two empty newspaper bags. And naturally I had no bag to put them in. So after may drops I finally returned home to place it in a bag so the beer cans and bottle could returned to the beer store, thus furthering recycling.
Unfortunately I did not bring a cord today so I am unable to upload a picture at this time.

Local: On the last post I mentioned someone had thrown a large bag of garbage at the end of my street. I am happy to report that someone beat me to cleaning it up. But unfortunately that does mean I have no pictures to add. I also cleaned the backyard of a family friend.

Global: Still having trouble with an aspect that will effect the world, as I have no money to spend to try and help on a global scale. I have a back up plan though. When I am abroad I will help clean up at the events and places I visit. I am not sure if it is sufficient though. In case not I have found a few other possible sources of the global scale.
https://www.ontarionature.org/
 http://www.wwf.ca/?gclid=CL6O4ciU99ICFQwxaQodH_0Jmg

Tlss Good Health and Well Being

On March 24 our team talked about a new fundraising we are trying that we hope works. We are going to be asking stores for donations to contribute as prizes in our new fundraiser. The fundraiser is we are going to fill up balloons and put prizes in them. For $5 you can pop a balloon and win a prize. We are going to be holding this event very soon. We are hoping it will be a good turn out because nobody has ever done this type of fundraiser at our school before. Listen to the announcements for updates. Another thing we have started is our powerpoint for when we go to all the feeder schools and talk about Color Me Twin. We are also currently contacting bus companies to see if they will donate busses to our event considering the cost to bring all the schools to Twin Lakes S.S is over $1000 dollars. We hope to have some updates about all these new things on Monday March 27th.

Poverty Awareness Food Donation Contest

In the past week we have accomplished quite a bit of planning. Thanks to the support and generosity of the Twin Lakes S.S. Ministers of Charitable Affairs, Christian Wright and Holly Kehoe, we are now collaborating with the Twin Lakes Student’s Council spring food drive. Starting April 18th-27th/28th, students will be able to bring non-perishable food items into their classroom. These food items will be collected by Student’s Council and members of our team to be donated locally. Student’s who bring in donations will have their names put into a draw to win a 20$ Tim Hortons gift card!!

 

Status report.

On the local front: Have collected garbage on my street all week. And tomorrow I have volunteered to clean a friend of my parents backyard.  And once the snowbanks melt away more there is a spot by my house that is always littered with trash. Oh and my favorite piece of news(hint sarcasm) someone dumped a large garbage bag at the end of my street. I plan to get it today at dispose of it properly.


On the global front:Still trying to figure out how to impact on a global scale other than this blog. I have been unable to find any global organizations operating in the Orillia area. I have settled on the World Wildlife Fund ,but as I have no money to spend I am not sure what my impact could be.

Media Review - Bradi Moore

The Lorax is a children's movie based off the popular book written by Dr. Sues. The movie for most children is just a cute and fun movie with a happy ending. In real life look at the movie it is seen that it means so much more, it is a glimpse at what our environment could be looking like in the near future, the movie is trying to encourage people to start taking initiative in keeping our environment healthy and to stop taking it for granted and using it for our own benefit. 

ColourMeTwin

Today we planned out the roles for each member of the group. Bradi will be creating posters. Rebecca will be creating our presentation for the grade 8 students for our feeder schools. Sarah has talked different companies and stores about potentially donating. Kim is asking Laurie about buses as well as emailing principals. Tahya is talking to Harvey's and planning the activities for the grade 8 day. Anna will be working on permission Forms and we will be skyping the head of the sponsorship branch of the organization to interview him and include that video in the presentation that will be presented to the schools throughout April.

TLSS Good Health and Well Being NEW OBJECTIVE!!!

Hello, over the last few weeks we have changed our objective with our global goal project. We are now working on a fun day with @Edutlssglobal called Colour Me Twin! For this project we are bringing all of the feeder schools to Twin to boost positivity and promote physical activity. We are having multiple activities and a colour run. Stay posted with our tweets that are more regularly updated @TlssWellBeing & @Edutlssglobal.

Over the march break I began to implement my plan for the local portion of the global goal. Unfortunately or fortunately depending on how you want to look a it, I couldn't find that much garbage.  This will most likely change as the snow melts more. I was however able to gather some garbage and documented it below. Surprise surprise coffee cups were the bulk of the trash.

Media Review- 4.1 Miles

4.1 MILES - DAPHNE MATZIARAKI (2016)

The short film, 4.1 Miles, by Daphne Matziaraki was nominated for the Best Short Film Oscar in 2017. This film is an eye-opening and heart-breaking piece that follows the work of a coast guard captain on the small Greek island of Lesbos. Its shows the constant attempts the captain and his crew make to save the lives of thousands of refugees, crammed into boats by people smugglers, who are trying to escape from the war and destruction in their homeland. These people are desperate to make the 4.1 mile trip from Turkey to Greece, therefore this small island has been overwhelmed with refugee crisis. It views the community participating in helping those in need when they return to shore and shows that people will go to extremes to help complete strangers. This film perfectly displays the struggles of refugees and their rightful desperation to seek escape from their own country by risking everything, including their own lives. Hopefully, this film will lead viewers to be more welcoming towards refugees and open there eyes to what is happening to other people in the world.

ColourMeTWIN

We have joined forces with TLSSwellbeing and are currently working on a grade-eight day event that will be hosted at Twin on May 30th. We hit an obstacle with transportation for the schools (over $1000 for buses) but will be in touch with Lori in Guidance to see if any bus companies can donate some buses.

We are currently working on a Powerpoint that will be presented to the elementary schools  (Throughout April and May) so that we can get them jumpstarted on fundraising as early as possible as well as inform them about the actual day of the event and the organization we will be donating to.

The letters for donations have been made today and will be handed out to the organizations throughout the next couple days  and Kim is currently working on making posters as well as finding contact information for the elementary schools.

Tahya is working on contacting Harvey's to donate burgers for the day of the event and everyone else is working hard to brainstorm other situations that may arise and how we could solve them. We are looking into permission forms, advertising, the route kids will run for the colour run, and the day of the event will be split into two one hour events, beginning with the colour run and then the rest of the day filled with water-involved activities for the grade eights ran by Tahya, Anna, Bradi and Rebecca!

Global Health: Mosquito Net Update

On Friday March 3, there was a student vs teacher volleyball game to raise money for mosquito nets to combat malaria. Classes raised $25 to get out of class and watch the game. Over 800 dollars were raised! That means that we can send many mosquito nets to Africa and greatly reduce the risk of malaria. Now that our global goal has been reached, this Health and Well Being team is focused on our local goal of improving mental health at Twin Lakes Secondary School. Students are asked to donate board games because having fun with board games reduces stress. We will hold Wellness Wednesdays, where students can come to a calm room, play board games, colour, drink tea, and have time to chill out. We are preparing for Wellness Wednesdays now; the first one will be in the near future.

Povety Awareness- Twitter Challenges

Since we last blogged, we have challenged our twitter followers and supporters to donate non-perishable food items to their local grocery store drop-off box. This challenge was made to support the second global goal, to end hunger. We asked them to take a picture of themselves completing the challenge, and to tweet us the picture @TLSS_EndPoverty. We are in the process of creating more challenges!

This blog post will be short. I have decided on plan for the local change. Every week (most likely over the weekend) I will go out with a garbage bag and collect all the litter in my area. I will use pictures to document my work as per the requirements. I will spend the rest of the period researching the global aspect of the project.

P.S If anyone has any ideas please let me know.

Media Review-Kimberleigh

The Lorax on the surface just seems like a bright and colourful movie created for children so that they can be entertained and give their parents a break. In reality it is much deeper than that and deals with issues that we face. It may seem like a movie for kids since it is based off of the book by Dr. Seuss, however they would not get the message the movie puts forward, like their parents would. Deforestation is not an issue children would understand, they would just be confused on why there are no real trees. They may also not fully grasp the concept of pollution and how it is destroying our Earth. It also helps that The Lorax was a book that adults now would have read when they were children, so seeing this movie would, in a way, help them relive a part of their childhood.

Powerful Message Behind Yertle the Turtle

Do you love reading poems or short stories? Do large and colourful illustrations appeal to you?
Often times, when we enjoy what we read we learn more. Dr. Seuss' short story "Yertle the Turtle" is a fun and lighthearted children's tale that just might make you think. While the story is plenty of fun for kids, the real underlying message is truly targeted towards the parents. This story depicts a very relatable world where a tyrannical King named Yertle abuses his power, and a plain little turtle named Mack stands up for his rights. Mack's little spark of rebellion brings the King's throne toppling down, and the turtles are granted their freedom.
I believe that by writing this story, Dr. Seuss comments on the political injustice that is often felt by lower-class citizens, and highlights the importance of human rights. Just like Mack's burp, this little book has the power to create great change.

"I know, up on top you are seeing great sights,
But down at the bottom we, too, should have rights."
-Mack

"And the turtles, of course... all the turtles are free
As turtles and, maybe, all creatures should be."
- Dr. Seuss

Andrew Durnford Media Review

                                                        

                              I read a book called Fahrenheit 451 which is about an alternative future for the United States of America. The book revolves around the idea that after the Second World War the Americans started to burn books because they were supposedly filled with nonsense and were not necessary. Books help us to form opinions and taking that away from the public is a way of controlling them. In recent events I related this to President Donald Trump. The President has been filling the media with what he thinks are facts but are in fact just his own form of nonsense. I thought that this was his way of taking opinions away from the public because everyone believes what he has to say based on his position of authority. Another way it related to the novel was because he has started to ban media outlets which will give him full control of the news and what the public gets to hear about the world. To me this was basically the events leading up to the happenings in my novel.

Ecoturtles Events

Update on TLSS Ecoturtles!

This week we are looking into partnering with the Twin Lakes Green Team to organize an eco-week during May, and we hope to plan a school wide activity promoting a healthy 'green' lifestyle. Our goal is to promote action within Twin Lakes SS, and to encourage participation to help clean up the environment!
Also during the month of May, we are planning a excursion to the Wye Marsh to experience a guided canoe tour where we will be able to learn more about our local wetlands. At the moment we are encouraging members of Outer's Club, Green Team, and students enrolled in second semester biology classes to come with us to experience the natural beauty of the wetlands.
An important aspect of wildlife awareness is education. TLSS Ecoturtles is considering contacting public schools in the surrounding area to inquire about offering a wildlife presentation to their students.
Keep informed by visiting our blog and following @TLSSEcoTurtles on twitter!
Links to Kids for Turtles and Global Reef Alliance are below
http://www.kidsforturtles.com/
http://www.globalcoral.org/

Media Review Blog

I have recently read a children’s book called Chocolate Me! By Taye Diggs. This book shows that racism is happening everywhere in the world including public schools. Racism is a huge world issue that we have in this world that needs to be changed, the only way we can change it is if we educate the younger generations to change the future and make the diverse world we live in a better place. By showing children books that they will understand about world issues could potentially solve some of the issues we have in this world and educate them about world issues. I recommend that public school teachers and even parents should show their children and students books that involve world issues to hopefully solve some issues we have in this world. Overall children’s books about world issues like Chocolate Me! could really change the world one day by influencing children to change the world. Therefore they should continue to make children’s books about world issues to potentially solve them in the future. 

Media Review, Rebecca Burns

The show Quantico was written by Sharbari Ahmed. This show was based on eleven different characters, these characters were training to be FBI agents in the terrorist unit. They go through many different types or training including hacking, gun control, and other necessary things that are needed to be in the FBI. They had to change their game plan when they were accused of being terrorists themselves, they had to use their training and experiences to figure out who the real terrorist was.

This show is based around the world issue of terrorism. I would recommend this TV show to anyone that is interested in action. This show is very eye opening, watch it and find out why!

Nicole's media review- Erin Brockovich

The biographical film Erin Brockovich by Steven Soderbergh is a story of a woman who helped win the largest settlement ever paid in a direct-action lawsuit in the United States. Erin Brockovich fought against the energy corporation Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) who, as early as 1965, knew that the facility in Hinkley, California was contaminating the ground water with high levels of hexavalent chromium. This powerful film gives the viewers the message of no matter what education you might have or what economic state you are in, you should always work hard in what you believe in. Brockovich believes in the health of the environment and people.  The audience sees the affects of polluted water and what major harm it can bring to family, friends, and ecosystems; becoming aware of the world issue. To see what Erin Brockovich current projects are, visit her website at http://www.brockovich.com.

Eric- MEDIA REVIEW

The novel Hoot is a young adult fiction by Carl Hiaasen. It is about a young teen named Roy who moves to Florida. Making new friends on the way, he joins in on the fight with them to save endangered burrowing owls, that are at risk of losing their habitat from construction of a pancake house. Determined to investigate it, he finds himself caught up in something that is alternately a mystery, adventure, and an environmental quest.

This story relates as a environmental world issue. The message in the book is one must protect the environment and all that lives in it to keep our world in balance. Protecting nature and preserving the environment is an important fight. The story line is very strong and the quality is decent, making it a very thrilling adventure to read. It is the message of protecting the environment that ties the book all together, which really makes it a good read overall. The intended audience for the book is ages ten and up. Main characters in the book are young adults which is what also makes it a good read because you may be able to relate to them. If you are interested in adventure and the environment this book is definitely for you.

Sarah Gao Media Review

A Clockwork Orange

Imagine a world with no law, where crime was a daily routine. Where people committing assault, rape, murder, and robbery were not placed behind bars. All of these things describe a perfect dystopian society, like the one portrayed in the 1962 novel, A Clockwork Orange written by Anthony Burgess. The novel features a violent, barbarous, 15-year old criminal named Alex DeLarge and is set in a futuristic Britain that undermines the social norms of today's society and characterizes potential problems that could arise in the future.

The novel is certainly recommended to anyone interested in current events, world issues, analysis of literature as well as a challenging read. It is quite difficult to read because of the language the author chooses to narrate the story with (it's one he made up). However, the events and overall message of the book will leave you speechless and with a broader perspective of the world.

TLSS Povery Awareness- Teacher Bake-off

Since we last blogged, we have made some significant progress. We have confirmed the date for our teacher bake-off. Although, we are still in the process of asking our school teachers to participate and are hoping there will be a positive response! The date for the bake-off will take place at the end of march, we will release the exact date soon. We will also be selling popcorn, drinks, and baked good with the TLSSwellbeing group at the Jam for Hunger concert fundraiser. The date for the concert will also be released soon.

  

Race

          For my media review, I watched the 2016 biographical film Race. Race is about Jesse Owens, an African American sprinter and his journey to the 1936 Olympics in Berlin Germany. This film relates to issues our world is currently facing involving the discrimination of Muslims in the media. I would definitely recommend this film to any young adult as it is inspiring and factual.

I have found a list of Canadian groups that are attempting to help the environment. Each one could be a good starting point to help with the global goal locally.

• Canadian Council on Ecological Areas.
• Canadian Land Trust Alliance.
• Canadian Parks & Wilderness Society (CPAWS)
• Canadian Wildlife Federation.
• Conservation Ontario.
• Conservation Council of Ontario | WeConserve.ca.
• Ducks Unlimited Canada.
• Mining Watch
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• However on a global scale I am leaning towards the WWF charity. They are a reputable group with lots of opportunities not only to donate  but to volunteer as well. I don't plan to hold any kind of fundraiser because all the other groups are doing one. My plan simply involves raising awareness and letting people know about what they can do even in the smallest way to help the environment. And on that note please look at the links below
• Conservation, sustainability and climate change | WWF-Canada
• Enkosini Eco Experience .
• If anyone has any suggestions about a specific issue related to this topic please let me know.
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• P.S I apologize for the dots on the side of the page the computer will not let me remove them.