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Week 2 (July 6th-10th, 2015): Python
This week, the AcadeCoders learn the wonderful coding language of python! Python’s design philosophy emphasizes code readability, and its syntax allows the campers to express concepts in fewer lines of code than would be possible in languages such as C ++ or Java. This week, campers will learn an introductory
Follow AcadeCamp on Instagram!
You can now follow the amazing adventures of our happy #STEAM campers on Instagram: https://instagram.com/acadecamp/ ! Have a great summer!
AcadeCoders 2015 Blog + Minecraft EDU (Week 1)
AcadeCoders 2015 Blog Welcome to the AcadeCoders 2015 Blog! This blog will showcase all of the campers coding activities, challenges, and outdoor play! This blog will be updated daily so parents and campers can view and reflect what was done that day. Week 1 (June 29th-July
Awards Ceremony 2015 \ Soirée des prix d’excellence 2015
It is with great pleasure that we cordially invited all faculty, students, family and friends to the Awards Ceremony 2015 /Soirée des prix d’excellence 2015, held on Friday, May 29th at 7:00pm at Académie de la Capitale. The Awards Ceremony/Soirée des prix d’excellence was a semi-formal evening to celebrate the many
Ottawa Schools Solar Sprint
Congratulations to our 2 students who participated in the Ottawa Schools Solar Sprint last weekend! They had lots of fun and they finished 6 out of 38. Good job boys!
Award Ceremony/ Soirée des prix d’excellence
Dear parents, It is with great pleasure that we cordially invite you to the Awards Ceremony/Soirée des prix d’excellence, Friday, May 29th at 7:00pm at Académie de la Capitale. The Awards Ceremony/Soirée des prix d’excellence will be a semi-formal evening to gather all faculty, students, family and friends to celebrate the many achievements
AcadeCap Teacher and Staff Blogs
Chess
During Math class this week, the activities in the math book were about chess. To get into the right mindset, we played chess in class. Playing the game helped the students remember the rules and ensure that they were still familiar with the game. Some of the activities in math
Public Speaking- Presentation Day
In all my classes, I emphasize the importance of public speaking and clear communication. Building this confidence at a young age, allows our students to become strong and effective communicators throughout their education career, but also outside of their school life. Source:: Mme Melissa’s English 2-3 Blog
Pack a Bag Emergency!
For the Refugee Unit, the Grade 7-8 students were asked to pretend they were told that they had to leave their home in an hour, and that they had to pack their backpacks. This is what they came up with. “This assignment really made me think about how sudden or
Picking our Presentation Style
After a long discussion, and much input from all members of the class, we decided that they way in which we present information is VERY important! Reflecting back on our unit, we looked at the importance supporting each member of the work force as well as the importance of clear
Environmental Board Games
This week, during our unit on sustainability, the students made a board game with its main focus being the environment. As a class, to show the students an example, we started by playing a board game about the environment. Afterwards, the students got into groups and created their own board
Building Shelters
This past week in Outdoor Education, the students built shelters. We went to a nearby park, and either in pairs or by themselves, the students were tasked with building a shelter only using things found in nature to . They used the trees, branches, leaves, and grass to create their