This fall, many divisions had the opportunity to work with local fused-glass artist Debbie Hungle, who visited classrooms to introduce students to the art and science of fused glass.

Through this hands-on experience, students explored creative and critical thinking, fine-motor skills, and design processes as they moved from idea to artifact. They sketched and prototyped their designs, experimented with colour, shape, and layering, and made thoughtful decisions about composition, balance, and symbolism before assembling their glass pieces. Students learned that fused glass requires patience, precision, and flexibility—adapting their plans as materials behaved in unexpected ways during the firing process.

Each finished piece reflected students’ individual identities and ideas, highlighting their ability to plan, revise, problem-solve, and persist through a multi-step creative process. The workshop was a meaningful blend of art, design, and craftsmanship, and a powerful example of learning through making.

Photos of Division 3’s Fused glass showcasing how students highlighted their values, identity, and what matters most to them in symbolic ways.