The Graham Academy

There is still time to register! Visit our website https://www.grahamacademy.ca/programs to register, open to all students, previous Graham Academy registration is not required!

A reminder that there will be no Graham Academy group classes or studio lessons this coming Monday October 12.

Classes and lessons will resume on Tuesday October 13 per their regular Tuesday schedule. As well our offices will be closed.

We hope that everyone has a restful long weekend, and thank you again for being a part of our Graham Academy family this year!

Our team and Student Leaders are working on something exciting for Halloween this year and we are looking for donations of Halloween decorations!

If you have any decorations that you are interested in donating please reach out to us via email to [email protected], or give our office a call at (709)638-1956.

We are thrilled to share that we have opened registration for Pilots of two of our new programs in development: Dungeons & Dramatics, and Cinematic Storytelling in Blender.

Each of these programs will have a two sessions pilot, by registering you are registering for both sessions.

Dungeons & Dramatics will be for students grade 6+, October 15 & 22, from 5:30-7:30.

Cinematic Storytelling in Blender will be for students grade 8+, November 12 & 19, from 5:30 - 7:30.

If your student is unable to do these pilot program sessions don't worry! We are hoping to continue building on these pilots for longer running periods starting in the New Year.

The registration form can be found on our website at www.grahamacademy.ca/programs. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]

A reminder to families that there will be no Graham Academy group programming taking place today Wednesday September 30, and we will not have our regular office hours.

Select studio lessons may still proceed.

We encourage families and students to take time today to reflect and learn, there are a number of events occurring throughout Corner Brook today in recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Group programs and lessons will resume following their regular schedule tomorrow Thursday October 1.

Today is the final day for students who are interested in participating in our new Student Leaders Program to submit their application essays.

What Does a Student Leader Do?
Rehearsal & Classroom Mentorship: Work alongside faculty in younger classes. Learn choreography and vocal parts to demonstrate, track rehearsal notes/blocking, lead refreshers, and model professionalism, respect, and positivity.

Faculty Coaching & Growth: Participate in bi-weekly training meetings with senior faculty to receive coaching, reflect on experiences, and discuss leadership topics.

Ambassador & Performance Opportunities: Represent Camber Arts and Graham Academy as ushers at events, with chances to take part in special performance opportunities beyond regular class programming.

How to Apply:
Applicants are asked to submit a short essay (350 - 500 words) reflecting on what leadership means to them within our arts community, essays can be submitted via email to [email protected]. Please include your name and “Student Leader Application” in the subject line.

Reminder that tomorrow September 25 is the deadline to submit application essays for our new Student Leaders Program.

How to Apply:
Applicants are asked to submit a short essay (350 - 500 words) reflecting on what leadership means to them within our arts community, essays can be submitted via email to [email protected]. Please include your name and “Student Leader Application” in the subject line.

Be sure to check out CBNuit tonight on West Street! Congratulations to all artists and the organizing team, including to all Graham Academy students (past or present) participating this year. You might even see some familiar faces volunteering around the festival this evening!

Tonight's the night! ✨ The 10th CB Nuit is here, and we're going ahead rain or shine or wind!

West Street is about to come alive after dark and no matter what the sky decides to do, the show goes on, rain or shine!

A few tips before you head out:
🧥 Bring layers — it's looking cool out there tonight
☂️ Pack an umbrella or rain jacket just in case
👟 Wear comfy walking shoes — you'll want to explore it all

Can't wait to see you out there!

Thank you to all of our students and families, new and returning, for an amazing first week of group programs and studio lessons. Studio lessons continue today and we can't wait to see you all again next week!

For any students grade 7+ who are interested in applying for our new Student Leaders program, the deadline to submit your application essays is next Friday September 25.