On Friday May 13, 2011 the Peace and Justice Studies classes hosted a Peace Fair at the Rosthern Elementary School. Groups of RJC students organized age appropriate activities that promoted peace and justice themes. The event was a great success, with learning and fun all over the place!
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Luke and Clay instruct the tots about the importance of water conservation. |
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Evan helps students rebuild after the destructive 'lego war'. |
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Zac and John teach kids about the trials and tribulations facing child soldiers. |
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Kiersten and Kate teach about the principles of fair trade with the use of chocolate chips and cookies, a sure hit! |
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Students painted peace slogans on rocks. The rocks were used to anchor the origami peace tree in its vase. |
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Stuart leads some youngsters in a rousing rendition of 'Peace is Flowing Like a River'. |
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Cole and Ryan demonstrate how fun biking and scootering can be. We don't always need to go places in vehicles, right Cole!? |
A big thanks to everyone who helped make this a successful event!