Congratulations to the members of Moscrop Theatre Company who attended the second annual BC Thespian’s Festival which happened virtually this year. Moscrop entered two one-act play performances, a duo scene and a musical duet. Congratulations to Alessandro Guidotti, Kasra Azad, Kiernan Koebel Pearce, Talyna Szymanski, Sadie Woudstra, Alexa Rojas Ponce for their entries in the festival. (We will receive results from the adjudicators soon.) Also, one of our Drama leadership students, Alexa Rojas Ponce was chosen to be on the PTO which is a provincial leadership program. And congratulations to Alice Zhao who collaborated virtually with several other students from across the province to create a performance for the Closing Ceremonies. Other highlights of the festival included many livestreamed performances from participating schools, several theatre and film related workshops with local professionals and a live Q and A session with Jeff Daniels. We all had a wonderful time.

Click the link below to read about DSAC’s upcoming Spirit Week

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Bullying exists in our schools, workplaces, homes, and over the Internet. This year, on Wednesday, February 24^th, wear something pink to symbolize that we, as a society will not tolerate bullying anywhere. Take the message and remember it all year long.

It is so important that victims of bullying know they are not alone and there is help and support available. Wearing a pink shirt on this day sends a strong message to them that others care. Often, the simple act of wearing a shirt can start conversations – conversations can be a big step towards healing and helping!

There is also the International Day of Pink! This event is on April 14^th and it is a day is dedicated to the cause against Bullying, Discrimination, Homophobia, Transphobia, and Transmisogyny around the world. You can celebrate diversity by wearing a pink t-shirt and participating in activities in your workplaces, schools, and communities.

Black History Month is an intentional time of year that provides necessary opportunities for all Canadians to learn more about Black culture, and for us to celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Black people.  Throughout history, Black Canadians have done so much to make Canada the culturally diverse, compassionate, and prosperous nation we know today.  We recognize that Black history is Canadian history and should be a focus all year-round, but we also understand that heritage months/celebrations are important because they help explain the stories, complexities, and the richness of groups within our larger national identity.  The month of February is a time of year to learn and dig deeper into people, places, cultural impacts, and movements from history to the present day.

To learn more, check out Moscrop’s Website for Black History Month where you’ll find info about Black leaders and Black excellence, a 28 day challenge, book & movie recommendations, a list of virtual events,  teacher resources, and more: https://moscropsocialstudies.weebly.com/black-history-month.html