by Liz JURKOWISKI | Apr 5, 2018 | Grade 9, Secondary History, The Grades
The Treaty of Versailles, after the First World War, was a great meeting of diplomats who were tasked with figuring out who started the war, and how to punish them. This week, the G9 class simulated the Paris Peace Conference. Our brave delegation from Germany had to...
by Liz JURKOWISKI | Mar 26, 2018 | Grade 8, Secondary History, The Grades
Many months ago, the G8 Humanities students had an opportunity to build Viking ships! Using the correct width and length ratio, many different ships were built, showing the individuality of the builders. Finally, this week, the boats were tested in the pool at school....
by Liz JURKOWISKI | Mar 22, 2018 | Grade 11, Secondary History, The Grades
The G11 History class is learning about Japan’s transformation into a modern world power. After analyzing Japan’s history from 1853-1905, students were given the task to create a movie showing its emergence as a world power to be reckoned with in the 20th...
by Liz JURKOWISKI | Mar 14, 2018 | Grade 8, Humanities, Secondary History, The Grades
Students in G8 Humanities wrapped up The Americas unit this week with a comprehensive test. Their content knowledge and skills were assessed in a multi-format exam. The 8th grade should be able to describe North and South American geography, explain early American...
by Liz JURKOWISKI | Mar 8, 2018 | Grade 12, Secondary History, The Grades
Graduating ABIS students have already started to receive offers from colleges and universities around the world. David looks like he will attend school in Canada, as he holds acceptance letters from both the University of British Columbia and Simon Fraser University....
