Blueberry School offers a wide variety of engaging complementary classes. Whether you are interested in arts, leadership, sciences or sports, there's something for you!
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Blueberry School offers a wide variety of engaging complementary classes. Whether you are interested in arts, leadership, sciences or sports, there's something for you!
Let your inner artist shine! In Art, you will have the opportunity to explore your creative side through a few different art projects. You will be able to experience working with different mediums and styles of art.
Course Fee: $10
If you enjoy learning new skills and building handmade creations, then this class is for you! You will have the opportunity to learn basic stitches if you are a beginner or more advanced patterns if you are an avid crocheter. Each student will walk away with their very own crocheting kit and final creation.
Course Fee: $30
Drive your learning! Exploring driver's education for a learner's licence. This class is directed to prepare students for writing the Learner's Permit when they are at the legal age of 14 years old.
Course Fee: $0
In this course, you will work on your fitness and skills and have the opportunity to play some floor hockey.
Course Fee: $10
In this course, we will focus on student wellness and learn effective leadership skills essential to responsible citizenship. Participate in activities that help to develop a positive whole school community, such as:
In the past, Leadership has been heavily involved in various school events like the Monster Mash and Talent Show. These activities may continue, change or be further developed based on student interest and initiative.
Course Fee: $0
Do you like Minecraft? Then Minecraft 101 is for you! Learn and celebrate culture and identity by building ancient civilizations and completing weekly challenges through Minecraft Education on your Chromebook. It is recommended that students bring a computer mouse to class in order to make the building process easier. We’re looking forward to learning, exploring and building with you.
Course Fee: $0
We will use Lego Mindstorms kits to build, assess and problem-solve for various situations. All of the work is team-based, usually in groups of two.
Course Fee: $20
In the Special FX Makeup option, we will be exploring different makeup techniques from aging makeup, as well as having fun creating gory prosthetics or creating illusions with simple makeup. Perhaps becoming a movie makeup artist is in your future! Movie makeup artists are responsible for making their characters look flawless and bringing them to life on-screen. If you are a movie buff and enjoy the intricate details of on-camera makeup, this is the class for you!
Course Fee: $30-35
Let your strategic, competitive sides shine in this option. We will be learning board games like Catan, Azul, Terraforming Mars and many more!
Course Fee: $7-10
Come enhance your volleyball skills with this option. Students will improve their volleyball skills and abilities through drills and gameplay, as well as learn the rules of the game, judge lines and perform scorekeeping duties.
Course Fee: $0
Grade 7 students have a unique opportunity to get a "taste" of what our complementary courses have to offer at Blueberry. Enjoy!
This class is a brief introduction to handbells and tone chimes. Easy and fun to play, handbells and chimes make a gorgeous sound and are a fabulous way to play in a group. Get ready to ring in the new year!
Course Fee: $0
Are you ready to step into the spotlight and unleash your inner superstar? Welcome to an introduction to the world of drama at junior high! Get ready for an exciting journey with Mrs. Sharratt where you'll dive headfirst into a taste of the magical realm of acting, creativity, and self-expression
Course Fee: $0
This is an introduction to Art concepts, such as the colour wheel and perspective. You will have an opportunity to be creative and learn a few skills while you're at it!
Course Fee: $0
Let your inner artist shine! In Art, you will have the opportunity to explore your creative side through a few different art projects. You will be able to experience working with different mediums and styles of art.
Course Fee: $10
Love to shoot some hoops and looking to finetune your skills? We will cover basic skills and then use 5-on-5 games to perfect your game.
Course Fee: $10
Create a storyboard, mold your characters and creatures, then film a movie short in claymation! No experience is necessary. You only need the willingness to work with plasticine and let your imagination run wild!
Course Fee: $7
Do you love makeup, nail design or styling hair? Then this class is for you!
In this class, you will have the opportunity to explore makeup application and nail care. We will look at makeup brushes and their uses, learn about proper care of tools, and master makeup application techniques.
Nail design is limitless! With this class, you will have the chance to bring your unique ideas to the table and hopefully learn some new skills to create some great looks!
Lastly, if time permits, we will look at some basic hair designs that, with some practice, you will be able to use daily!
Course Fee: $40
In this course, we will focus on student wellness and learn effective leadership skills essential to responsible citizenship. Participate in activities that help to develop a positive whole school community, such as:
In the past, Leadership has been heavily involved in various school events like the Monster Mash and Talent Show. These activities may continue, change or be further developed based on student interest and initiative.
Course Fee: $0
Learn about leather carving, including proper tools and how to use them. This is an excellent way for students to relax and enjoy a new skill, regardless of their experience. Mrs. Maycher owns the tools; therefore, nobody has to spend extra money to purchase them.
Course Fee: $40
This class will include stamping and beading. Students should have some knowledge of working with leather. Beading includes decorating the leather with special designs. If the student is enthusiastic and curious about how to create a design with beads on leather, this is the class.
Course Fee: $40
Do you like Minecraft? Then Minecraft 101 is for you! Learn and celebrate culture and identity by building ancient civilizations and completing weekly challenges through Minecraft Education on your Chromebook. It is recommended that students bring a computer mouse to class in order to make the building process easier. We’re looking forward to learning, exploring and building with you.
Course Fee: $0
The halls of Blueberry are alive with The Sound of Music, one of the most beloved stage musicals of all time! We will share the heartwarming story of Maria, the seven von Trapp children, and the Captain in the hills of Salzburg. Auditions for acting roles will take place in September/October at lunch recess. Main roles will have extra practices at lunchtime. You can steal the limelight, be a part of our amazing supporting cast, or help behind the scenes with tech and design! This course is two terms with a fee of $40 per term. This course includes a field trip to see a professional production of The Sound of Music at the Citadel Theatre in March.
Course Fee: $40 per term (Terms 2 & 3)
This Paint-By-Numbers option will allow you to create beautiful works of art with ease! You can choose your own paint-by-numbers or diamond painting canvas, and will be supplied with a few paint brushes that come with the kit - but feel free to bring your own.
Course Fee: $25
We will use Lego Mindstorms kits to build, assess and problem-solve for various situations. All of the work is team-based, usually in groups of two.
Course Fee: $20
This option provides students with the opportunity to develop and teach their own sport/game to the class. Enthusiasm, creativity and a love of sports are a must!
Course Fee: $0
Let your strategic, competitive sides shine in this option. We will be learning board games like Catan, Azul, Terraforming Mars and many more!
Course Fee: $10
Here you will have a chance to create a few different pieces, using different mediums to create your very own work of art!
Course Fee: $10
If you love animals, this is the course for you! Students will improve their understanding of how to care for and manage animals. Learning the physiology of cats, dogs and horses, is just the beginning of learning how to care for animals. Course highlights include getting to meet/learn from local veterinarians and community members involved in grooming and agriculture.
Course Fee: $20-30
We will be learning the fundamentals of floor hockey, as designed for a 3-on-3 game.
Course Fee: $10
If you're interested in carpentry, this is the course for you! Students will learn basic carpentry skills and safety, then participate in introductory-level projects, such as building a birdhouse or jewellery box.
Course Fee: $40
In this course, we will focus on student wellness and learn effective leadership skills essential to responsible citizenship. Participate in activities that help to develop a positive whole school community, such as:
In the past, Leadership has been heavily involved in various school events like the Monster Mash and Talent Show. These activities may continue, change or be further developed based on student interest and initiative.
Course Fee: $5
The halls of Blueberry are alive with The Sound of Music, one of the most beloved stage musicals of all time! We will share the heartwarming story of Maria, the seven von Trapp children, and the Captain in the hills of Salzburg. Auditions for acting roles will take place in September/October at lunch recess. Main roles will have extra practices at lunchtime. You can steal the limelight, be a part of our amazing supporting cast, or help behind the scenes with tech and design! This course is two terms with a fee of $40 per term. This course includes a field trip to see a professional production of The Sound of Music at the Citadel Theatre in March.
Course Fee: $40 per term (Terms 2 & 3)
We will use Lego Mindstorms kits to build, assess and problem-solve various situations. Work is team-based, typically in groups of two.
Course Fee: $20
This is an opportunity to work on skills and game strategy for both singles and doubles play.
Course Fee: $10
Can your team be the ultimate champions? Video Games, brain games and puzzles, strategic games, physical games and cooperative games will test the students ability and teamsmanship.
Course Fee: $5
Join the fun with Face Painting! In this option you'll learn cool styles and tricks, and even get ideas for holidays. Be ready to practice on a friend, and in return, they'll paint your face too. It's a super fun way to learn and have a colourful time together!
Course Fee: $15
Skills, drills and games will be the focus of the soccer option. Learn to play a strategic game while building confidence with the ball. This is an outdoor option, so be prepared to dress for the weather.
Course Fee: $5
Run, jump and throw! In this course, students will spend time refining their track and field skills. Students in this option may choose to try out to qualify for the Blueberry Blaze Track and Field Team. Those who have competitive results will be able to attend the West Zone and Divisional track meets.
Course Fee: $0
Life is sew amazing! In this class you can create a stuffed animal that you can keep or donate to the Children's Stollery. If you are up for a challenge, you can create a patchwork blanket from recycled materials. It makes a great fire blanket for summer nights!
Course Fee: $15-$20
For more information contact:
Blueberry School
Phone: 780-963-3625
Email: blueberry@psd.ca
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