The Gr. 5 to 8 students at GLA work on a science experiment: making a pumpkin… grow inside a pumpkin. Watch on Youtube
GLA in the News covers our newly inaugurated Greenhouse, where students learn about nature and the importance of Canada’s ecosystem.
One of the most common prayers of the Catholic Church, if not, the most common, is the Holy Rosary. Given to the Church by Our Lady through Saint Dominic Guzman, this prayer has had a great impact on the history…
Education starts at a very early age. When we gather our earliest memories, we tend to remember our first impressions of that time as rather strong imprints. And for most of us, those first impressions probably have defined the path…
This week, the students of Guiding Light Academy will go on a Pilgrimage to Martyrs Shrine to venerate the Canadian Martyrs. Yet what made the Canadian Martyrs so special? What made St. René Goupil, St. Isaac Jogues, St. Jean de Lalande, St. Antoine Daniel, St. Jean de Brébeuf,…
In ancient times, death by crucifixion was considered one of the most horrid way of perishing. The symbol of the cross was associated to so much infamy that the mere sight of it would produce terror and rejection. Such were…
As Summer comes to an end, students, parents and teachers return to their well known schedules, rituals and routines. Saying Good Bye to Summer and to many hours to spare may not be exactly appreciated by the youngsters. Yet, as…
Raising children can be challenging and yet it is one of the most fulfilling jobs in the world — and the one for which we might feel the least prepared. A person doesn’t stop needing support and guidance after they…
Many students experience a regression in learning when they neglect to engage in any educational activities over the summer break. Most children experience interactive learning when they participate in summer camps and programs, which may incorporate some aspects of reading,…
An Introduction To Nutrition Students from Kindergarten through to Grade 1 were excited to venture out on a rather different field trip to their local Loblaws. They were treated to a unique introduction to nutrition as they were led through…