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Submitted by an anonymous student Images generated by AI AI (Artificial Intelligence) is changing the way we learn and the way teachers teach. Grammar checkers, AI “humanizers,” and AI detectors are all affecting how students think. In this day and age, students get assigned homework and can instantly turn to AI to do the work for them. Many students use programs like ChatGPT to get help with essays, and sometimes teachers even use AI for grading or planning lessons more effi

By Maggie McKenzie and Kash Robinson  Mr. Donaldson has taught a few units this semester, such as short stories and poetry. As of right now, Mr. Donaldson’s class is in their research unit, and have just finished their presentations about their chosen topics of research.   We interviewed various Grade 10 students about the various events that go on in Mr. Donaldson’s classroom.  “What is your favourite part of Mr. Donaldson’s class?”   “I like when we did poem writing. It cal

by Katya Miller Here at GISS, our Physical Health and Education department offers a wide variety of gym classes that allow students to explore different sports, learn teamwork, and stay active. Each type of class helps students build new skills, improve their health, and discover what kind of activity they enjoy most. Among the many options are Soccer, Volleyball, Basketball, and Fitness and Conditioning. Each sport specialist course provides unique benefits and challenges, g

by Hannah Busgang At GISS, we are lucky enough to have a full cafeteria and Culinary Arts courses that teach students how to cook snacks, full meals, sweet treats and more!   Led by Chef Kilner, the Culinary Arts Program at GISS gives students the opportunity to explore all aspects of food preparation. Students prepare the food and then help with the cooking. They also run the cafeteria during lunch hour, serving food, and taking payments. Students are well provided with larg

By Hannah Busgang Gulf Islands Secondary School has Mathematics courses which are needed to graduate. There is Foundations of Math, Pre-calculus, Calculus and Workplace Math. But let’s be honest, math isn't everyone's favourite subject. For some people, it’s like a jumble of numbers and letters that seem to only make sense to teachers and calculators. But surprisingly, math has a purpose beyond just solving for x.  At our school, we offer tons of  math courses for different l

by Maggie McKenzie and Kash Robinson In today's classrooms, technology is almost impossible to ignore. From laptops and tablets to AI assistants, tech has transformed how students learn and engage, as well as how teachers teach. While technology has many benefits, it also raises important questions about focus, equity, and understanding. Let’s talk about the benefits and drawbacks of technology in a learning environment.  One of the biggest advantages of technology in educati

by Katya Miller and Abbygale Bouchard An academic field trip is a valuable opportunity for students to extend their learning beyond the classroom walls and connect to real-world experiences. At Gulf Islands Secondary School, field trips are designed not only to enrich academic knowledge, but also to encourage collaboration, critical thinking, and personal growth. By engaging with new environments and applying concepts learned in class to practical situations, students gain a

by Kash Robinson and Maggie McKenzie Homework has been given out to students for a long time, but does it really help students effectively understand the lesson? Some students say homework helps them understand the materials because of the repetition, and for some, it may not.  We interviewed a few GISS students to see how opinions differed, and here’s what they said.  How many hours would you say you spend on homework each night?  Wren Wick, Grade 10, says “Maybe like, half