Changing Course – A Catholic Project for City Schools

Description

Gang violence and intimidation are no longer confined to inner-city schools—increasingly, they have infected suburban neighbourhoods. Residents of Malton, Ontario have been shocked to find their own youth getting caught in the crossfire. Nearby Fletcher's Meadow, an area within Brampton, runs the risk of developing similar problems due to rapid construction that outpaces community services. In response, the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board developed an ambitious vision to support at-risk youth. Among those benefitting is Chinel, a shy Grade 7 student whose high school mentor hopes to prepare him for adolescent pressures. Then there's Latasha, a Grade 8 student conflicted between her popularity and her conscience. Finally, we meet the young cast of an anti-gang film directed by the high school communications teacher. The protagonist is played by Eddie, whose real-life temptations mirror those of his lawless character. Changing Course follows these students for one school year, revealing their challenges, victories, and the limitless potential of Catholic education.

Info

  • Producer: Salt + Light Media
  • Production year: 2009
  • Original language: English
  • Type: single
  • Production format: hd
  • Production System: ntsc
  • International audio version: yes
  • Timed Coded Script: yes
  • Category: Documentary
  • Categories: Family / Education / Marriage
  • Target: General Public
  • Cost for broadcast rights: To Be Negotiated with Producer

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