Projects & Artifacts

I designed and delivered two workshops on preventative maintenance for -80°C freezers to graduate students, lab technicians, and research lab managers at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry.

These freezers store irreplaceable research materials, such as human tissue and biological samples, which are needed for grant-funded biomedical research. A freezer failure could cause devastating sample loss for research teams. 

This project addressed a critical community need while giving me the chance to apply my technical expertise and practice my teaching and facilitation skills. 

​During my practicum placement, I volunteered with the St. Thomas Rams High School Robotics Club to broaden my experience mentoring students beyond the traditional classroom environment.

This opportunity allowed me to work closely with students in a hands-on, collaborative setting where problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork were central to learning. I supported students as they designed, built, tested, and refined their robotics projects, encouraging persistence, safe tool use, and effective communication. Through regular after-school sessions, I developed strong rapport with team members and gained valuable insight into how students learn through experiential, project-based activities.

This experience strengthened my confidence in mentoring students in informal learning environments and reinforced the importance of co-curricular programs in fostering student engagement and growth.

In my TCG40 Construction Technology class, Grade 12 students complete a hands-on project to build a Muskoka Chair. This project integrates design, planning, and skilled craftsmanship. Students begin by interpreting templates and laying out accurate plans before selecting from multiple chair styles, such as freestanding or rocking designs. The project emphasizes essential construction skills including measuring, marking, cutting, drilling, fastening, sanding, and assembly. Students also apply problem-solving and precision as they adjust components for fit and structural stability. Creative choice is built into the process through optional design elements such as engraved details and customized paint or stain finishes. This project develops technical competence, attention to detail, safety awareness, and pride in producing a functional, high-quality finished product.

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