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CATHOLIC SCHOOL GRADUATE EXPECTATION TASKFor this assignment, research one of the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations. Record point-form notes about the important aspects of the expectation. Include specific examples of how you can demonstrate the expectation in your daily life.

Next, brainstorm ideas and create a poster that displays the main aspects of the expectation. Posters should be geared toward intermediate students, and should educate your classmates on the expectation, and how it can be achieved in our lives.

BIBLICAL CONNECTIONSFind the readings listed below in the Bible, or using the following online site.

- “Leaders should consider the advice of others” (Exodus 18:13-26).

- “Older people often give wise advice” (1 Kings 12: 1-11).

- “Joy comes to those who avoid wicked advice” (Psalm 1:1).

- “God’s advice is best” (Psalm 73:24).

- “Wise people seek advice” (Proverbs 1:5).

- “Give advice to those in need” (1 Thessalonians 5:14).

Using a digit tool (Google Presentation, PowerPoint), or a different media form of your choice, re-write the biblical passage in your own words and include a picture, image, or symbol that fits the reading. In one sentence, explain how the reading applies to you as a student in a Catholic school.

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UPLIFTING MULTIMEDIA MESSAGESRead the news article “We’re all in this together.” After reading, take some time to find your own inspiring quote or uplifting message. Find a way to share it with those in your neighbourhood (write the message in sidewalk chalk, make a poster and hang it in your window, share on social media with an appropriate hashtag, share with your mayor or other municipal leader). Take a picture of your creation and upload the photo to your online classroom community.

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PLAY TO PRAYSelect a prayer of your choice (eg., “Our Father,” “the Apostles’ Creed,” “the Angelus,” “the Rosary,” “Hail Mary,” “Holy Queen”).

Create a game (video game, board game) to help young children to learn your chosen prayer. Be sure to include a set of simple instructions to play the game and learn the prayer.

EXPLORING SOLIDARITY THROUGH MEDIA AND FAITH This assignment integrates our Catholic faith tradition into a critical analysis of the arts, media, technology, and information systems. The goal is to think critically and reflectively to evaluate situations and solve problems as they relate to issues of solidarity. Ask yourself this guiding question: how are we Church to the world?

Find a piece of media that exemplifies solidarity. This could be a recent news article, a video, a piece of art or music, a book, poem, or any other example you may find that depicts solidarity.

Prepare a short presentation (3-5 minutes) using tools of your choice to explain your chosen media piece. Be sure to include the following:●- Citations (where did you find it?).●- How it relates to our focus on solidarity.●- What can be learned from it?●- Your personal connection and why you chose the particular piece.

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SOCIAL JUSTICE “RANT,” PART 1 Guiding Questions:- What does “social justice” mean to you?

- How do our Catholic moral teachings (the Ten Commandments, the Beatitudes, the Apostles’ Creed) apply to the idea of social justice?

- What Bible stories that you know of apply the idea of social justice?

Assignment: Choose one of the following scripture passages to analyze:

- Isaiah 10:1-2- Ephesians 4:1-7, 12- Matthew 25:35-40- Acts 2:44-45- Gal. 5:22-25 - 1 John 4:7-10- John 10:11-18- Deuteronomy 30:19- Nehemiah 2:17-18

Read the passage carefully and determine its lesson or moral. Share the passage and the message with your class, using a digital platform if possible.

Review the passages and messages shared by your peers.

HOPEComplete the following tasks over the course of one week (or more).

Begin by asking yourself the following guiding questions:- What is hope? How can hope heal someone?- Where have you seen examples of hope during this COVID-19 crisis?- How could you share a hopeful message with others who really need it right now?

Using a variety of multimedia forms, use the daily schedule below and send the following messages of hope to:- Monday: someone in your family.- Tuesday: an educator.- Wednesday: a leader in your local or global community.- Thursday: a person living or working in a long-term care home, hospital or shelter.- Friday: yourself, for today and for the future.

Collate all of the messages you have created using a tool of your choosing (Book Creator, Google Slides, iMovie, scrapbook) and share with your school community.

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View the video “Love in Action.” After watching, answer the following reflection questions using any format you choose:

- During this challenging and confusing time, how are you and your family coping?

- Many people are experiencing things they may never have experienced before, such as separation from family and friends, loss of a job, loss of a loved one, etc. How are you and your family staying positive?● - In the opening of the video, the narrator says to see the emptiness as a huge act of love. What do you think he means by that?● - At the end of the video, we see the quote, “Under the shelter of each other, people survive.” What does this mean to you? In what ways are you providing “shelter” for someone?

FAMILY GAME NIGHTView the following video, which focuses on the importance of family in today’s world. After viewing, complete the following task.

What is your favourite card game to play as a family? For this task, you will share your favourite card game, or try a game new to you, with your family members. Below are two links to games you can play.

40+ Great Card Games For Families!

15 card Games That Are Perfect For Your Family Games Night

After you have played your game, write a review of the game and the game rules.

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SOCIAL JUSTICE ”RANT,” PART 2Watch several examples of Rick Mercer’s “Rick’s Rants.” Begin with this rant focusing on access to clean water.

Examine the structure and style used in each rant. Consider how/why/if the rant is effective.

Then choose one social justice issue about which you feel strongly. Research current details and relevant statistics about the issue you have chosen. Create a personal opinion piece about the issue. This piece will become your script. Record yourself saying the rant. Be sure to use facial expressions, body language, and expressive language to get your point across. Share your rant with your family, friends, and teacher, and apply any feedback provided. Submit an edited and polished version of your rant.

SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION, PART 2Choose one scripture reading from the following choices: - Acts 9:5-6- Luke 4:16-21- Matthew 5:14-16 - 1 Samuel 10:10-12 - Isaiah 11:2- John 8:12- Acts 13:2-3- Acts 8:14-17

Use a Bible or the following link to read the passage.

Next, analyze the reading and try to determine the roots of our modern day Sacrament of Confirmation.

Share your discoveries using a medium of your choice (eg., digital presentation, spoken word, art, written reflection). Be sure to clearly explain the connections between the scripture passage you have chosen and the rituals present in the sacrament.

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SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION, PART 1Research and explain the Rite of Confirmation.

Using the medium of your choice (digital or paper), explain the aspects and importance of Confirmation.

Be sure to include: ●- Requirements for the reception of the minister.●- The signs and rituals, and what each symbolizes.●- How the sacrament of Confirmation reveals the Holy Spirit.