Category Archives: ADL 10 Assignments

Community Connection

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I chose to interview Toby Levins, an actor from Vancouver who recently was in the new series, “The Last of

Us.” His role as an actor is to memorize his lines and connect with the character, he is playing to make it seem more realistic, which leads to the audience connecting with the scene more.

I chose to interview him, because it’s been my dream to become a successful actor that books easily, and that’s what Toby’s doing. Since he’s been in over 60 movies, TV shows, commercials, I thought it would be a great opportunity to talk to him, see what it’s like, and what it takes to get there.

I learned that it’s not easy to become a celebrity though acting, because as he says when auditioning, he’s 1 out of 1000 people. Sometimes, depending on what you’re auditioning for, it could be a lot more.  It could even be over 10,000 people auditioning for one role. In some cases, casting doesn’t even see your audition,

because they lean towards more well-known people. That makes it even harder for a small, not too well-known actors like myself, to succeed. I also learned that if you’re in it for money, or fame, you really shouldn’t be an actor. 90% of the time, you aren’t booking, so you have to be passionate about acting to keep going. And, if you’re really good at it, it might turn out well and you might start booking more, like Toby! The most important thing is that you’re in it because you’re passionate about acting, not because you want to become Ryan Reynolds overnight.

I think Toby is a great actor, he shows confidence in his work, and he’s really good it too! Maybe someday he’ll remember me and hire me to work on one of his movies together!

This is his IMDb, you can see all the roles he’s done!

Toby Levins – IMDb

 

 

 

 

 

Indigenous Explorations- Kamloops residential school

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The assignment was to learn about Residential schools, and Sienna, Sigrid and I chose to learn about Kamloops Residential school.

Our Podcast:

https://sd43bcca-my.sharepoint.com/:u:/g/personal/132-smiller_sd43_bc_ca/EaP6CYgvwBNBp6jwGt2hXsABnKlfXrI8_pTmWHJcZzTd0w

Reflection- My experience 

My experience with this assignment was very educative, I learned lots of things about Residential schools that I did not know before. Such as, the sexual abuse from the staff. I knew the children were treated horribly, but I didn’t know how many were raped and assaulted at the school.

I also learned that the kids stayed at the school for much longer than I expected. For some of them, more than 10 years.

I felt awful learning about these kids, but at least I feel glad that we’re learning about our country’s past, the dark past. At least we’re acknowledging our past mistakes, instead of ignoring them.

Overall, it was not a pleasant thing to learn about, but it was an educative experience, and that’s what’s important.

Our groups path in researching the topic

Our experience in the research part of this project was very well done, I would say. Each of us worked on different things so we could finish the project efficiently, we helped each other out if we were stuck, we asked questions, we brainstormed together. I think what we really excelled at was the organization.

Obstacles in Recording 

Well, some of the obstacles we faced as a group were our personal opinions on residential schools, because they were different. We each thought differently about whether what the British did was right or wrong. For example, some of us understood why they were sent to the schools, while others thought it was not necessary and just plain wrong. I think we had different opinions because we each have different personal experiences with racism. It created a bit of conflict, but after mature and calm discussions the obstacle was overcome.

Positive and Cultural Identity 

Things I value about the First Nations Culture are, for one, their respect for the world.  I value their kind relationship with nature because in my culture, (Mexican culture) it is valued as well. I grew up learning how important it is to respect our planet by not littering and picking up trash if you see it, always finishing your food, not killing anything, even if it’s a little insect, because all life is precious. We consider it shameful to waste.

I also value their traditions and celebrations as well. For example, how they would all gather together every now and then, to feast together and eat lots of food, dancing to loud cheerful, traditional music.
I value their way of living and celebrating because my culture loves big parties as well, for example a Quinceañera, which celebrates a young girl turning 15, and entering womanhood.

Sources

“Kamloops Indian Residential School.” Gale Canada Online Collection, Gale, 2021. Gale In Context: Canada, link.gale.com/apps/doc/PSUUTT174058505/CIC?u=43riss&sid=bookmark-CIC&xid=52f90b45. Accessed 14 Oct. 2022.

https://www.worldpressphoto.org/collection/photo-contest/2022/Amber-Bracken-POY/1

“The dark and difficult legacy of the Kamloops Indian Residential School.” Kamloops This Week [BC], 7 Oct. 2020, p. A31. Gale In Context: Canada, link.gale.com/apps/doc/A637671661/GPS?u=43riss&sid=bookmark-GPS&xid=cb7a0ff2. Accessed 14 Oct. 2022.

https://collections.irshdc.ubc.ca/index.php/Detail/entities/46

https://nctr.ca/residential-schools/british-columbia/kamloops-st-louis/

Effects/Impacts:

https://www.kamloopsthisweek.com/local-news/survivors-of-kamloops-indian-residential-school-share-their-stories-4449001

https://globalnews.ca/news/7915520/kamloops-residential-school-survivors-stories/

Anecdotes (stories from those involved):

https://www.kamloopsthisweek.com/local-news/survivors-of-kamloops-indian-residential-school-share-their-stories-4449001

What survivors said about life at the Kamloops Indian Residential School | Globalnews.ca

Indigenous Languages Spoken:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shuswap_language#:~:text=The%20Shuswap%20language%20(%2F%CB%88%CA%83,%CA%83%C9%99%CB%88x%CA%B7%C9%9Bp%C9%99m%C9%99x%5D)%20of%20British%20Columbia.

Bands in area:

https://tkemlups.ca/

Digital Footprint

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How can I limit my online activity?

 

  • I can set boundaries for myself
  • I can find more hobbies I enjoy like reading, drawing, etc.
  • I can go outside, hang out with my friends

How can I keep my footprint appropriate and safe?

– Never meet up with people I only met online, especially not alone

  • Always remember that if I were to make content and have a public account, anyone could see that. That includes parents, teachers, classmates, and future employers.

  • Don’t add or talk to people I don’t actually know in real life
  • Don’t share any private information

How can I use social media in a positive way?

  • social media is a fast and efficient way to raise awareness about causes I’m passionate about
  • it’s a great place to express myself, and share my opinions
  • it’s really helpful because it lets me stay in touch with family members/friends that don’t live close to me 

 

  • I can expand my interests