It was a French class discussion on social injustices that brought these three passionate leaders together. Now they run a non-profit organization called Lead the Conversation.  Join grade 11 students Rand, Shanelle, and Pia, as they talk about their organization where they work on a gamut of initiatives. 

From raising awareness on AAPI issues to raising money for the Black Lives Matter movement, these three have a knack on leading the conversation.  So, join them, and listen to the discussion as they focus in on the strengths of working for others.  

We hope you enjoy this week's episode.

Music performed by Kaleb Mendiola.  

The pandemic has been a scary and frustrating time for all of us, but with resilience and a lot of contemplation, Mary Ward students continue to manage as best they can.  Join Angelo and Francine as they speak with students about their experiences with the pandemic and how they've been coping.  In the podcast studio, along with their friend, Erica, they talk about the start of the pandemic, their losses and what they would have been doing differently had the pandemic not struck. 

We hope you enjoy this week's episode. 

Music performed by Thushan Johnson.

We've waited almost two years, and it's finally here!  Mary Ward's self-directed learning model is back!  

In this week's episode grade 10 hosts Angelo and Francine discuss with their friends Sarah (grade 9) and Mayumi (grade 10) their experience with SDL so far.    Having missed self-directed learning in their first year at Ward, Angelo and Francine share what it's like to finally land in the SDL model of learning.  

So come on....be self-directed and give this podcast a listen.  

Music composed and performed by Kaleb Mendiola.   

This week we welcome some new members to our podcast,  grade 10 hosts Lanay and Sherika.  These new Words From Ward hosts begin their hosting debut strong as they discuss the topic of women.  As a way to commemorate International Women's Day and Month, Lanay and Sherika unpack womanism, feminism, the experiences of black women and women of colour, intersectionality and so many more issues surrounding identifying as female in this world.  

Join us and listen to this very important topic.  

Music performed by Thushan Johnson. 

In this week's episode Giuliana hosts friends Hannah & Julia in a discussion about high school friendships, future goals for post secondary and how quickly perspectives change from grade 9.  This grade 12 trio share some humbling revelations about the ever shifting landscape of friend groups and how it's all part of the process.   

Join Giuliana, Hannah and Julia in this honest discussion. 

Music performed by Kaleb Mendiola.

When they met in grade 9, it was love at first sight, and they've been together ever since.  On this special Valentine's week episode long time couple, Jan and Jana, discuss what it's like to be in a relationship.   

Join Andy, Nith and this special couple as they discuss important tips on being together. 

Music performed by Thushan Johnson.   

It's been put on hold for almost two years, but self-directed is coming back!

Our principal, Mr. Wetzel, visits the podcast studio again to speak with Andy and Nith about plans to re-enter into Mary Ward's self-directed learning model.  Mr Wetzel walks us through the school's plans for self directed learning and what it will look like.   It's going to take some training wheels to get this unique educational model going again, but we're getting fitted and we're raring to go. 

Join us for this important episode. 

Music performed by Kaleb Mendiola.    

Old friends Anita and Emen share a call they had shortly after the return to school where they discussed the COVID stigma, finding support systems in challenging times and....books?  These young but old friends exchange some sage advice while having some laughs.

Join us for this week's episode.    

Music performed by Thushan Johnson.

Happy New Year, Mary Ward, and welcome back to our podcast.  

Join us for this week's episode when Andy introduces us to his special student guest, Joseph.   This clever, witty and wise young man shares his secrets about virtual learning, his favourite subjects, his aspirations, and what it was like coming to a new school as a grade 9 student with cerebral palsy.  Joseph uses assistive technology to share his ideas and thoughts with Andy, and he does so with humour and grace.  

If you've never had the privilege of speaking with Joseph, you'll want to listen to this one.   

"A sweet friendship refreshes the soul" (Proverbs 27:19).

Woodrow Wilson once said that, "friendship is the only cement that will hold the world together."  This episode proves this to be true.  

Join Andy and Nith as they gather with friends, Riley, Jan, Shawn and Jaden and share their stories and memories of their experiences at Mary Ward pre-pandemic times and how their chance encounters lead to the friendship they have now. These young men spread a little wisdom about friendship, growing up, and what it means to be a student at Mary Ward.

Music performed by Thushan Johnson.