We know we’re not supposed to have favorites, but…. we’ve got to admit, SAS alumna Betty Barr holds a very special place in our hearts. And the feeling is mutual. She might have graduated over 70 years ago, but she still makes trips to school, is a regular at graduation ceremonies, and her closest pals are still her high school classmates.

What would you do if you were given dedicated time out of your work or school schedule to focus on something you cared about deeply? Would you finally turn that story idea that’s been floating around in your head into a novel? Transform your unique tech concept into a reality? Or even try your hand at learning a new instrument? This is exactly what our Grade 8 teachers wanted to find out with their students.