By rdnewsNOW staff

St. Martin’s students join the circus

Mar 26, 2019 | 7:32 AM

RED DEER- Kindergarten to Grade five students from St. Martin de Porres School spent the week of March 18-22 immersed in learning the special talents of circus performers.

 “Flying Bob,” a local circus performer and his assistant Aton spent the week teaching students an assortment of activities related to circus performances.

“As a Catholic Fine Arts School we are passionate about providing a variety of unique fine arts experiences for our students. The circus residency has allowed our students to reflect humanness and sacramentality as they have journeyed through this new learning experience and have been given the opportunity to share their newfound gifts and talents. What has been most poignant throughout the residency has been that students and staff have actively supported and celebrated the arts with each other throughout this whole week,” said Kristie McCullough, Assistant Principal.

Students learned how to juggle, walk a tight line, walk on stilts, diablo, peacock feather balances, spinning plates, etc.

Flying Bob and Anton helped encourage students develop a growth mindset through taking chances and performing in front of each other.

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Students understand that the circus is a process and a place where they can always learn new skills.

The culminating performance on Friday was thrilling for parents and special guests to watch. 

(Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools-Gary McKinnon)