Geography has changed.
It's not just about maps (although there's nothing better than a good map!)
The goal of geography is to develop a sense of place by answering the questions:
- What is where?
- Why there?
- Why care?
Technology is an integral part of today's geography.
Teachers
Ms. Latford (Department Head)
Mr. Yorke
Mr. Marlatt
Mrs. Bubnic
Showcase
Students will be exposed to some available computer software programs in their geography classes. The above grade 9 student maps were made using Arcmap (a Geographic Information Systems program). Students will also use Microsoft Office Word, Microsoft Office Power Point, Prezi, Google Docs, Google Earth and Canva.
Geography Related Careers
Careers utilizing geography related skills (e.g., map making, map reading, researching, graphing, data analysis, etc.):
- Cartographer
- Navigator
- Farmer
- Meteorologist
- Planner
- Oceanographer
- Landscaper
- Pilot
- Hydrologist
- Geologist
- Wildlife / Outdoor Photographer
- Travel Agent
- Remote Sensing Analyst
- Seismologist
- GIS Specialist
- Park Warden
- Teacher
- Geophysist