Learning to Sew at St. John the Evangelist Catholic School

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Students in Kindergarten to Grade 8 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic School learned the art of sewing on February 27 and February 28 under the direction of the Sewing Studio. The dynamic and engaging sewing workshop breaks down stereotypes and provides an inclusive environment for students to learn how to sew.

Professional athletes, boxers, musicians, interior designers and personal trainers coach and mentor students through the process of sewing, while helping students to gain confidence, self-regulation, mindfulness, develop a growth mindset, and complete a customized project.

Students learned how to safely use a sewing machine, while completing projects such as Power Pouches, Cha Ching Pouches (aka a wallet) or a small sash bag. “Sewing is so much fun,” said Kaleb, a Grade 5 student at St. John the Evangelist Catholic School. “I would definitely try sewing again at home with my mom.”

Grade 1 students created Power Pouches and shared that they were going to use their pouches to store kindness, love, sparkles, candy and respect. “The sewing workshop empowers students to take risks while learning a new skill,” said Mr. Fortin, Principal at St. John the Evangelist Catholic School. “Students love it!”