Mohamed Dasu is angry at the coronavirus — for killing thousands of people across the world and bringing so much in life to a standstill. And especially for ruining a dream he’s had since Grade 9: the high school graduation ceremony.
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In 1981, Chemistry teachers, Mr. Chamberlain and Mr. Oslinger introduced a pre-Christmas production of short skits that involved chemical demonstrations and humour. From that starting point, these shows morphed into satirical spoofs on current movies and topics such as “The Phantom of Overlea” (from Phantom of the Opera) and “Men in Black”. Read More
In comparison to any other teachers, I was lucky to have the longest teaching career at this school. I thought it was incumbent me to record my experiences and perhaps in doing so provide some insights into the profession of teaching for those who are considering a teaching career or those who are already involved. I did carefully outline the highlights of the day to day activities of the staff and students in a humorous manner and try to share aspects of the special school environment that existed inside these four walls. Read More
Month: June 2020
The TDSB wouldn’t approve a graduation parade for this Thorncliffe-Flemingdon Park school. Teachers went ahead anyway
Posted: June 23, 2020 by Overlea/Marc Garneau Alumni Association
Mohamed Dasu is angry at the coronavirus — for killing thousands of people across the world and bringing so much in life to a standstill. And especially for ruining a dream he’s had since Grade 9: the high school graduation ceremony.
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MGCI Chemistry Christmas Shows
Posted: June 20, 2020 by Overlea/Marc Garneau Alumni Association
In 1981, Chemistry teachers, Mr. Chamberlain and Mr. Oslinger introduced a pre-Christmas production of short skits that involved chemical demonstrations and humour. From that starting point, these shows morphed into satirical spoofs on current movies and topics such as “The Phantom of Overlea” (from Phantom of the Opera) and “Men in Black”. Read More
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A Book About A 37 Year Teaching Experience at Overlea/Garneau
Posted: June 16, 2020 by Overlea/Marc Garneau Alumni Association
In comparison to any other teachers, I was lucky to have the longest teaching career at this school. I thought it was incumbent me to record my experiences and perhaps in doing so provide some insights into the profession of teaching for those who are considering a teaching career or those who are already involved. I did carefully outline the highlights of the day to day activities of the staff and students in a humorous manner and try to share aspects of the special school environment that existed inside these four walls. Read More
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