Based on the Internet sensation, Humans of New York, we’ll be taking pictures of FHCI students of all grades – as well as staff and school graduates. Our intent is to showcase the vast variety of students in our school, and perhaps even elicit a sense of Forest Hill pride. We’ll be posting updates daily so be sure to check back. For more HOFHCI, follow @HumansofFHCI on Instagram.
What did you do before you came to Forest Hill?
“I worked at York Mills Collegiate before, where I did Math and English. I had part-time jobs … More Ms Matte – Teachers of FHCI: Before We Knew Them
Were you anything before you were a teacher?
“I taught English in Korea for a year… it was really cool. I also worked as an educational assistant, with students with autism. And I was a waitress in a bar… that’s where I got my education…” … More Ms Haines – Teachers of FHCI: Before We Knew Them
A Slam Poem by Sydney S.
By Georgia Blatt and Jaimie Kerzner If you could change one thing about the school system what would you change? “ If you come in, the school and the bell goes and you have to wait in the hall then you’re just more late. You shouldn’t have to stand there for 10 minutes.” If you … More Humans of FHCI – Braden B.
A must-read personal story about an FHCI student struggling with her family speaking a language she does not understand. … More Being Part of a Family That Speaks a Language I Don’t Understand
What is one thing most people don’t know about you? “I dabble in oil painting. But I only dabble in it; I’m not very good at it. I can also carve a sick pumpkin!” If you weren’t a teacher, what would you be? “I would probably be working a desk job, doing something really boring … More Teachers of FHCI: Mr. MacDonald
Our friendship began in grade 9 in geography. … More Humans of FHCI – Alyssa and Ariba
What is one thing you were surprised about when first entering through Forest Hills doors? “How big and great the school looked when I first looked in.” What are you dressing up as this year for Halloween? “I’m dressing up as a ninja. I am going to be buying a ninja headpiece at the store … More Humans of FHCI: Jordan- Grade 10
Do you have any favourite Halloween memories? Mien – “Once I did this really scary Halloween mask and people think it’s funny right when they show up at your door like I will scare them. But then there was this three-year-old kid who walks through my door, I didn’t know. I open the door and … More Humans of FHCI: Sophia and Mien
On this spooky holiday, Forest Hill was filled with spirit! Here are some of the highlights. … More FHCI’s Best Dressed: Halloween Edition
By Jaimie Kerzner and Georgia Blatt What is one piece of advice that you would give to your grade 9 self? “I would say to try and stay focused and relaxed in school. Nothing is as serious as it seems.” What is your favourite and least favourite thing so far about grade 12? “My favourite … More Humans of FHCI – Jordyn B.
What is one thing most people don’t know about you? “I have celiac disease.” What is your favourite class and why? “Band because I really enjoy music. It’s a hard class but it’s a fun class.” What are your plans after high school? “I want to go to Queen’s or the University of Ottawa for … More Humans of FHCI – Zoe A.
What is one thing most people don’t know about you? “I used to be an Auxiliary police constable with the Toronto Police.” If you weren’t a teacher, what would you be? “I would be a criminal lawyer.” What’s your favourite thing about being a teacher? “Bringing people closer to the truth, just like in Plato’s … More Humans of FHCI – Mr Ferroni
Who is someone that inspires you and why?
“Kim Kardashian inspires me, not from a beauty standpoint but…” … More Humans of FHCI – Kelly M.
By Esther Eisen and Abi Parameswaran What is one thing most people don’t know about you? “I dabble in oil painting. But I only dabble in it; I’m not very good at it. I can also carve a sick pumpkin!” If you weren’t a teacher, what would you be? “I would probably be working … More Humans of FHCI – Mr. MacDonald
What motto do you live by?
I live by the motto, “Treat other the way you want to be treated.” … More Humans of FHCI – Nurdan K.
One thing most people don’t know about me is that I bring a blanket to every class… … More Humans of FHCI – Cat L.
“The world is your oyster, I am allergic to oysters”
“They forgot it was flannel Friday.” … More Jenna, Rachel and Sammy (Grade 11)