Video Diaries (Part 2)
Go for a run with Thalia: Tristan’s run doesn’t get very far: Behold the artistic world of Elizabeth:
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.
Go for a run with Thalia: Tristan’s run doesn’t get very far: Behold the artistic world of Elizabeth:
A day in the life of Spencer: The dreamy life of Sarah: A day of play with Tyler:
Interview conducted by Andreea Iurea How did you two meet? April: At elementary school in grade 7. What do you most love about him/her? Jordan: I love her smile. April: I love how he makes me laugh all the time. Do you think Valentine’s Day should be celebrated? Jordan: I think it should, just to spice … More Couples of FHCI: Jordan and April
Interview conducted by Olivia Gould How long have you two been dating? Hazel: 9 months and 3 weeks and 1 day. What is one thing you love about your significant other? Hazel: He’s very sweet, once I was really wet from rugby practice in the rain and he brought me a sweater and stuffed chocolate in the … More Couples of FHCI: Josh and Hazel
Do you think Valentine’s Day should be celebrated? Why/why not?
Yes! It’s fun if you have someone to celebrate it with and it gives you an excuse to give and receive a gift and go on a date. … More Couples of FHCI: Keaton and Sasha
Do you think Valentine’s Day should be celebrated? Why/why not?
Yes! It’s fun if you have someone to celebrate it with and it gives you an excuse to give and receive a gift and go on a date.
Favorite date idea?
Daniela: Dinner, raptors game, ice cream to follow.
Max: A nice dinner then cuddling and just chilling having fun. … More Couples of FHCI: Daniela and Max
My aspiration in life is to graduate from school, get a job in a field I genuinely enjoy, and ultimately to be happy. … More Humans of FHCI – Jessie S.
By Andrea Iurea “What is one fact people don’t know about you?” “I sing in the shower.” “Who is someone you could never be mad at?” “Mr. Basheer.” “What is something you wish your grade 9 self knew?” “School only gets harder.” “What are 3 things you can’t live without?” “Pizza, Ethan (my boyfriend), and … More Humans of FHCI – Emma A.
By Andreea Iurea If you could change one thing about our school, what would it be? “There should be like…like more…I don’t know like…spirit?” “Who’s your favourite teacher?” “Mr. Ketchum.” “What’s the highlight of your year (so far)?” “The month of November because there were great parties, great weekends, and I did fine school wise.”
By Brian Saballa “What are you listening to?” “The new Gambino album and Hamilton mixtape.” “It looks like a handful of artists are dropping albums this month. What album are you most hyped about?” “J. Cole definitely. I want to see if he can pull off the ‘no singles, no promo’ twice and hopefully he drops something … More Humans of FHCI – Ben N.
By Brian Saballa “You up for a game?” “What game? Yeah, whatever. Up for it.” “OK, this is how it works: I say something and you tell me the first thing that pops into your head. Either a word or a statement. OK, you ready?” “Ready as always.” “School.” “Work.” “Trump.” “Hillary.” “Game of Thrones.” “Ygritte.” “Friends.” … More Humans of FHCI – Muhammed I.
By Brian Saballa “So, how’s the weather?” “According to my sources, there’s a A STORM happening on Friday 3rd and 4th period.” “Clever. Are you a part of the play of some sort?” “Yes. I am announcer. I basically repeat all the actions the leader/fascist dictator says because we are just so in love with him, … More Humans of FHCI – Hazel A.
By Brian Saballa “Hey, aren’t you starring in Storm 3?” “Yup. Come see us 3rd and 4th period. We have been working on it for a while now. It’s an original piece of art. It’s gonna be fire. It’s gonna be lit. You don’t wanna miss it.” “Should I bring anything to prepare me for this … More Humans of FHCI – Jacob M. R.
By Brian Saballa What’s Gucci Hommes? “How do you feel about the tiny snowfall Toronto has been hit by?” “As someone who skateboards it sucks, the cold weather and wet roads makes it terrible for some of us to skate on the street and there isn’t much daylight to have fun at skateparks.” “As a … More Humans of FHCI – Matt F.
Jacob Calderone “If you had only one word to describe yourself, what would it be?” “Sincere.” “What are your hobbies?” “I enjoy playing tennis, and hanging out with friends.” “What do you do to get rid of stress?” “Play tennis or any other sports.” “Who in your life brings you the most joy?” “My family.” … More Humans of FHCI – Jacob C.
What will you miss most about FHCI? “Everything. And that, by the mere slightest, is not an exaggeration. These four simple letters, F.H.C.I, refer to an institution that completely transformed the individual I was. You would hardly recognize the Iman who first attended this school back in 2012 and the one who graduated four short … More Humans of FHCI – Iman Jaffari (Graduate)
The following interview was conducted by Evelyn Poporo, a Grade 11 FHCI English student. “I moved from Sweden to Canada when I was 19 years old. When I graduated high school, I realized that I had specialized in the wrong career path. I was doing finance, economics… I hated it. I graduated anyways, and then it … More Humans of Toronto: International Love
The following interview was conducted by Sandra Gonzalez, a grade 11 FHCI English student. “I’ve been out for about a year and a half but I’ve known I wasn’t straight since I was 12. I told my mom first, but I didn’t tell her in the traditional way. I didn’t sit her down and say … More Humans of Toronto: Dad Problems