Episodes

  • Fostering Creativity and Agency with 10% Time

    Fostering Creativity and Agency with 10% Time
    Jan 24 2025
    In this episode of Bird's Eye View, Mr. Penner sits down with Mr. Danny Chan, a Grade 4 teacher at RCS, to explore how he's using "10% Time" to empower his students. Inspired by Google's 20% Time, Mr. Chan shares how this initiative gives students the freedom to work on projects that benefit their community, from building classroom systems to creating quiet spaces. Discover how 10% Time nurtures student creativity, problem-solving, and self-advocacy while aligning with RCS's core values of loving, learning, and leading. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about risk-taking, lifelong learning, and creating environments where students truly flourish.

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    13 mins
  • Crafting Connections: From Ornaments to Outreach

    Crafting Connections: From Ornaments to Outreach
    Dec 6 2024
    In this festive episode, we celebrate RCS's partnership with Church on 5, where students are making Christmas ornaments for the upcoming community dinner. Join us as we interview Mel Chan and Lani Crowe about empowering students through creativity and community impact. We also lighten the mood with a fun round of holiday-themed "Would You Rather" questions. Tune in to discover how our students embody the school's vision of being a beacon in the community!

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    21 mins
  • Building the House - An interview with Myah and Ms. Smith

    Building the House - An interview with Myah and Ms. Smith
    Nov 22 2024
    On this episode of Bird's Eye View, the RCS podcast, we explore the art of creating house teams and building a thriving community through connection and collaboration. Special guests Ms. Smith and Myah, a Grade 12 student, join us to share their experiences with establishing and leading this exciting initiative. Together, they discuss how fostering relationships within teams can inspire trust, camaraderie, and a sense of belonging. Plus, we play a fun game of "Fill in the Blanks," giving the audience a window into their lives with candid, creative, and sometimes hilarious responses. Tune in for stories, strategies, and a behind-the-scenes look at how this initiative is transforming the RCS secondary campus community!

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    16 mins
  • Small Steps, Big Impact: RCS Hosts the ICC Gala

    Small Steps, Big Impact: RCS Hosts the ICC Gala
    Nov 8 2024
    In this episode of The Bird's Eye View, Mr. Penner flies solo with an interview with Brandon Hui (ICC Board Chair) and Cathie Schneck (VP of Student Life at the EC and ICC board member) as we discuss the Giants and Grapes Gala which was hosted at the Middle Campus this past week. Think you know a lot about China? Well stay tuned to compete in our 'Fact or Fiction' game to see if you can outscore the guests!

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    15 mins
  • Real Work for Real Students

    Real Work for Real Students
    Oct 25 2024
    Welcome to another episode of the Bird's Eye View! In this episode, your hosts chat with Ivanna and Aaricia, two dedicated students who are serving as Media T.A.s at RCS. What’s a T.A., you ask? Tune in to find out how these students are contributing behind the scenes and helping bring school events to life through media. And don’t miss our fun segment, That’s So Meme — cast your vote in the poll to see which meme of Mr. Sijpheer wins top honors!

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    16 mins
  • Something Broke, Call Mr. Sy!

    Something Broke, Call Mr. Sy!
    Oct 11 2024
    Welcome to Bird's Eye View, Season 2, Episode 3 with Mr. Sijpheer and Mr. Penner! In this episode, we're joined by a very special guest — someone who literally holds the whole school together. Can you guess who it is? Tune in to find out! Plus, we're playing an exciting new game called "Broke or Bliss," where our special guest gets to taste food prepared by the hosts. The big question is: could you stomach it? You'll decide if the secret ingredients bring bliss or leave you broken! Don’t forget to let Mr. Sijpheer or Mr. Penner know what you'd choose!

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    19 mins
  • On the Road Again

    On the Road Again
    Sep 27 2024
    In this episode of The Bird's Eye View, join Mr. Sijpheer and the senior leadership team as they travel to Halifax for the Christian Schools Canada Conference. Hear reflections from the principal on the highlights of the school year so far, and don’t miss a special debut singing performance from our new Director of Learning and Formation, Chelsea Todd. Tune in for insightful conversations and a unique blend of school leadership and creative flair!

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    10 mins
  • Season 2 Opener - The Game Begins!

    Season 2 Opener - The Game Begins!
    Sep 6 2024
    Mr. Sijpheer and Mr. Penner are back for another season of The Bird’s Eye View! In this season opener, they go live on location at Camp Stillwood, sharing stories of flourishing at RCS. Tune in as they chat with community members about their summer highlights, exciting plans for the year, and updates to the school's vision — and how it might be lived out in new and inspiring ways.

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    11 mins