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Entering Grade 10
Windsor Secondary Course Programming
Grade 11 & 12 2016-2017
What you need to consider…
Grad requirements
Post secondary plans
Academic and elective options
Course Programming Information
Programming Resources
Windsorsecondary.ca
Course Programming
Guide Power Point Grad Website
Educationplanner.ca Post-Secondary Websites
http://www.sd44.ca/school/windsor/ProgramsServices/Courses/Pages/default.aspx
Graduation Requirements
BC Ministry of
Education Graduation Requirements
Total number of grade 10, 11, and 12 credits needed to graduate:
80 credits
(4 credits = 1 course)
To Graduate …
Graduation Program Requirements
English Program French Immersion Program Required Courses
(48 credits) Required Courses
(60 credits)
Elective Courses (28 credits)
*minimum 12 credits at grade 12 level
Elective Courses (16 credits)
*minimum 12 credits at grade 12 level
Graduation Transitions (4 credits)
Graduation Transitions (4 credits)
Total = 80 credits
Total = 80 credits
Grad Program Requirements
Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 English 10 English 11 or
Communications 11 English 12 or
Communications 12
Francais Langue 10 Francais Langue 11 Francais Langue 12
Math 10 Math 11 Graduation Transitions
Social Studies 10 Science Humaines 10
Social Studies 11 Science Humaines 11
Science 10 (4) Science Naturelles 10
any Science 11
PE 10 (4)
Planning 10 Planification 10
*ONE Fine Arts or Applied Skills course (grade 10, 11, OR 12)
= French immersion requirements
Graduation Transitions
PERSONAL HEALTH 150 minutes each week of physical activity Plus written component (completed in Planning 12)
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS 30 hours of work and/or community service (cumulative over gr. 10 -12) Plus written component (completed in Planning 12)
CAREER AND LIFE Written component (completed in Planning 12)
*Information for graduation will be dispersed in Planning 12
Mandatory Provincial Exams
The BC Ministry of Education requires students to write the following exams for graduation requirements:
Gr. 10 & 11 Provincial Exams: Grade 10 (English, Science, Math) Grade 11 (Social Studies)
Grade 12 Provincial Exams: English or Communications 12
Exam Results www.bced.gov.bc.ca/exams
Provincial Exam Scholarships
Provincial Exam Scholarship program is being phased out. The final allocation will be to the high school graduates in the 2015/16 school year (this program will no longer be available to current grade 11s)
In its place, 2 new BC Provincial Scholarships have been added starting with the graduates of the 2015/16 academic year (current grade 12s)
BC Excellence Scholarship
BC Achievement Scholarship
NEW Provincial Scholarship Programs BC Excellence Scholarship –
55 BC Excellence Scholarships available to recognize well-rounded B.C. graduates. Winners will have demonstrated community service, both inside and outside their schools, and shown aptitude and commitment to their chosen career paths.
Nominated by School District
BC Achievement Scholarship – Top B.C. graduates with the highest cumulative average based on courses
required for graduation (both required and elective) The Ministry will determine recipients based on students’ achievement in Grades
10, 11, and 12 courses that satisfy 2004 Graduation Program requirements (including elective courses). Grad Transitions will NOT be included. A cumulative average percentage will be calculated & form the basis for awarding the BC Achievement Scholarship.
Course Programming
Post-Secondary Information
Admission Requirements
- Courses (grade 11 & 12) - Second language + math requirements - English language requirements
Example: UBC Faculty of Science Chem 11, Physics 11, Pre-Calc 12, a Sci 12,
one approved grade 12 course
- Course marks calculated - Admissions averages
General Admission
Requirements
Faculty Requirements
Calculation of GPA
Thinking of SFU or UBC?
English 12
Language 11 UBC: language 11
SFU: intro language 11
Math 11 UBC: Pre-Calculus 11 OR
Foundations 12 SFU: Foundations 11* (Faculty of Arts only)
3 “approved” academic courses
Minimum Course Requirements
Example: UBC Arts vs. UBC Sciences
Requirement Faculty of Arts Faculty of Sciences
English •English 12 •Final grade of 70% in English 11 OR English 12 (including provincial exam)
•English 12 •Final grade of 70% in English 11 OR English 12 (including provincial exam)
Language •Language 11 •Language 12 (or take at UBC)
•Language 11
Math •Pre-calculus 11 OR Foundations 12
•Pre-Calculus 12 (min 67%) •Calculus 12 (recommended)
Sciences •Physics 11 •Chemistry 11 •ONE Science 12 (Physics, Chemistry, or Biology)
Approved Courses
•3 additional approved grade 12 courses
•1 additional approved grade 12 course
Example: UBC Sciences vs. SFU Sciences
Requirement
UBC Faculty of Science
SFU Faculty of Science
English •English 12 •Final grade of 70% in English 11 OR English 12 (including provincial exam)
•English 12 (min 60% blended mark)
Language •Language 11 •Language 11 •(Intro Spanish 11 accepted)
Math •Pre-Calculus 11 •Pre-Calculus 12 (min 67%)
+ •Calculus 12 (recommended)
•Pre-Calculus 11 (min 60%) •Pre-Calculus 12
+ •Calculus 12 (recommended)
Sciences •Physics 11 •Chemistry 11 •ONE Science 12 (Physics, Chemistry, or Biology)
•Physics 11 •Chemistry 11 •TWO Science 12 (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, or Geography)
Approved Courses
•1 additional approved grade 12 course
Admission Requirements
Broad-based admission trend… Some program applications might require:
Supplemental applications Portfolios Interviews/Auditions Evidence of Accomplishments: leadership school & community service
Demonstrate reflective and engaged learning!
S.A.T (www.collegeboard.com)
American Institutions
Canadian Universities with NCAA athletics (eg. SFU football)
Minimum score 820 on SAT to qualify for NCAA eligibility (www.elegibilitycenter.org)
Recommended: write SAT no later than November of grade 12
Capilano University
Arts and Sciences (= University Transfer)
Certificate, Diploma, and Bachelor Programs
High school graduation required
English 12 + 3 approved academic
grade 12 courses
No second language requirement
Any Math 11 (may need to upgrade
at Cap)
High school graduation required
Requirements vary by Faculty
Business and Professional Studies
Global and Community Studies
Education, Health and Human Development
Fine and Applied Arts
Capilano University Arts & Sciences Program
Admission = English 12 + 3 “approved courses” listed below: English Literature 12 Physics 12 Biology 12 Chemistry 12 Calculus 12 Math 12 (any) Comp. Civilizations 12 Social Justice 12
Economics 12 Accounting 12 Financial Accounting 12 French 12 & Spanish 12 Geography 12 Information Technology 12 Law 12 History 12
*More options available at www.capilanou.ca
Arts and Sciences = University Transfer Program
BCIT Faculties
Applied and Natural Sciences Business and Media Computing and Information Technology Engineering Health Sciences Trades, Apprenticeship and Technician
Pre-requisites vary depending on the program Pre-testing for English & Math for some programs Many programs are first come, first served & have waitlists - apply early!
Course Options at Windsor
Remember…
Our timetable is based on courses you choose when you hand in your programming sheet
It is expected students will take ALL courses they record on the programming sheet
Think carefully about your choices
There may be NO opportunity to make alterations to your timetable in the future
English Program Course Selection
Grade 11 Grade 12 English 11 or
Communications 11 English 12 or
Communications 12
Math 11 Planning 12 (Graduation Transitions)
Social Studies 11
any Science 11
*ONE Fine Arts or Applied Skills course (grade 10, 11, OR 12)
French Immersion Course Selection
Grade 11 Grade 12 English 11 or
Communications 11 English 12 or
Communications 12
Francais Langue 11 Francais Langue 12
Math 11 Planning 12 (Graduation Transitions)
Science Humaines 11
any Science 11
*ONE Fine Arts or Applied Skills course (grade 10, 11, OR 12)
Grade 11 & 12 Science Options
*You can take more than one science
Science 11 & 12
Physics 11 Chemistry 11 Biology 11 Earth
Science 11
Physics 12 Biology 12 Chemistry 12
Future Plans & Math
Sample Future Plans
Most Relevant Course Work
•Technical College •Trade School •Directly into workforce
Apprenticeship and Workplace
Mathematics 10-12
•Math •Science •Engineering •Medicine •Commerce
Foundations of Mathematics & Pre-Calculus 10
+ Pre-Calculus 11 and 12
•Socials Sciences •Humanities •Fine Arts •Undecided
Foundations of Mathematics & Pre-Calculus 10
+ Foundations 11 and 12 OR Pre-Calculus 11
Modern Language Electives
Modern Languages
French 10
French 11
French 12
Spanish 10
Spanish 11
Spanish 12
Intro Spanish 11
(Gr. 11 & 12 ONLY)
Grade 12 Academic Electives
English
• Literature 12
Socials
•History 12 • Law 12 •Comp Civ. 12 •Geography
12 • Social Justice
12
Business
•Economics 12
•Accounting 12
• Financial Accounting 12
Math
•App & Workplace Math 12
• Foundations 12
•Pre-Calculus 12
•Calculus 12
Modern Languages
• French 12 • Spanish 12
Science
•Biology 12 •Chemistry 12 •Physics 12
*Elective selections are dependant on post-secondary requirements
Fine and Performing Arts Electives
Art
• Art Foundations 11/12
• Photography (media arts)11/12
• Graphic Design & Print Making 11/12
Drama
• Drama 11/12 • Theatre
Company 11/12
Band
• Concert Band 11/12
• Jazz Band 11/12
• Strings 11/12
Choir
• ONE Choir (Concert Choir) 11/12
• Chamber Choir 11/12 (audition)
• Vocal Jazz 11/12 (audition)
Applied Skills Electives
Business Education
• Accounting 11/12
• Financial Accounting 12
• Economics 12 • Yearbook
11/12
Information Technology
• Digital Media 11/12
• Info Tech Survey 11/12
• BA Media Studies 11
Home Economics
• Food & Nutrition 11/12
• Textiles 11/12
Technology
• Auto Tech 11/12
• Drafting 11/12
• Electronics 11/12
• Carpentry 11/12
• Carpentry 12 (Furniture Construction)
• Metalwork 11/12
Physical Education Electives
PE Electives
PE 11/12 Leadership 11 Fitness & Conditioning 11/12 Kinesiology 11
Academies application required
(monthly fee)
Dance Academy 11/12
Hockey Skills Academy 11/12
Soccer Academy 11/12
Basketball Academy 11/12
Field Hockey Academy 11/12
Volleyball Academy 11/12
Windsor Work Experience
Learning Outcomes
Identify focus areas Identify employability skills Know rights and responsibilities in a work placement through
Worksafe Edit resumes, cover letters Learn interview skills Understand workplace ethics and etiquette
OPTIONS FOR CREDIT
OPTION 1 WEX 12Aor 12B (inside or outside the timetable) Course work plus a 100 hour job placement NOTE: if students have a job, 50 hours can be used 4 credits
OPTION 2 We provide a job placement during the summer, hours are completed, in September only course work needs to be completed 4 credits You can earn up to 16 credits within these courses. You can join this program anytime from grades 9-12.
Other Career Program NVSD offers
Secondary School Apprenticeship (SSA)
Provides students with the opportunity to begin their apprenticeship training while attending high school.
The student must be 15 years old and working in an apprenticable trade
ACE-IT : Culinary Program Located at Carson Graham Students attend Windsor Day 1 and Carson Day 2 Credits: 16 Certificate in Professional Cooking More info at: http://www.sd44.ca/ProgramsServices/CulinaryArts/Pages/default.aspx Information Meeting February 17, 2016 @ 6 pm Carson Graham - Library Applications Due: March 11, 2016
ACE-IT :Pipe Fitting
Program Students in Grades 11 and 12 can gain apprenticeship skills in plumbing, pipefitting, and sprinkler fitting while receiving secondary school credits towards graduation. Semester 1 – Full-time study at Sutherland Secondary School Students complete their BC Ministry of Education graduation requirements Semester 2 – Full-time apprenticeship training at the Squamish Nation Trades Centre Students complete their Level 1 Certification through Kwantlen Polytechnic University
More info at: http://www.sd44.ca/ProgramsServices/PipingTrades/Pages/default.aspx
ACE-IT: Carpentry Program
This program is for Grade 11-12 students interested in a career in carpentry and related trades.
Located at West Vancouver Secondary Students receive training every second day, while attending their own
secondary school for core academic subjects. More info at: http://westvancouverschools.ca/programs/ace-it
Information Meeting: Thursday, January 28, 2016 @ 7 PM West Vancouver Secondary School – Libra
Where is the information???
On the Windsor Website Contact: Mrs. Reid (Career Facilitator) 604-903-3700 Local 203 treid@sd44.ca Mrs. Oliver (Career Coordinator)
604-903-3700 Local 909 soliver@sd44.ca
External Credit
Ministry gives credit for many external activities: Life Guarding External Language Membership on a provincial sports team Refereeing at a high level in some sports
Check with your counsellor
MUST have appropriate documentation
Enhanced Program Opportunities
There are a variety of programs to choose from…
http://www.sd44.ca/ProgramsServices/Academies/Pages/default.aspx
Hockey Skills Academy (Windsor) Soccer Skills Academy (Windsor) Dance Academy (Windsor) Basketball (Seycove/Parkgate gym) VCC Culinary Arts (Carson) Artists for Kids Studio Art Academy (Carson) Digital Media Academy (Argyle) Volleyball Academy (Sutherland) Field Hockey Academy (Sutherland) International Baccalaureate (IB) (Carson) Experiential Outdoor Environmental Leadership 10 (Outdoor School)
Enhanced Program Opportunities
Distributed Learning
North Vancouver School District is offering a number of courses through a combination of on-line learning with some face-to-face teacher support.
DL Registration Forms available online or from your grade counsellor Attach DL Registration Form to your Windsor Course Programming
Sheet
http://www.sd44.ca/school/distributed/Pages/default.aspx
English Language Arts:
English 10, 11 &12 Communications 11& 12
French/French Immersion:
Planification 10 Sciences Humaines 10 French 11 French 12
Humanities:
Socials 10 & 11 BC First Nations 12 Geography 12 History 12 Law 12 Marketing 12
Math:
Apprenticeship/Workplace Math 10 & 11 Foundations/Pre-Calculus Math 10 Foundations Math 11 &12 Pre-Calculus Math 11 & 12 Calculus 12
Physical Education:
Physical Education 10 & 12
Personal Planning:
Planning 10 Grad Transitions 12
Science:
Science 10 Earth Science 11 Biology 11 & 12 Chemistry 11 & 12 Physics 11 & 12
Specialty Courses:
Experiential Outdoor Environmental Leadership 10 • blended DL course: partnership between
DL & the North Vancouver Outdoor School
Drama 12: Film & TV
NVDLS Courses
Post-Secondary Admissions with DL Courses
The completion deadline for DL courses used for admissions to post-secondary varies from post-secondary institution to post-secondary institution
Example: UBC requires all DL courses to be 100% complete by February 1st of a student’s grade 12 year to be included in their competitive admissions average
Keep in Mind…
Life balance Academic responsibilities Family Social activities Extra curricular Work
Course load considerations: Strengths Time commitment Difficult to change schedule once the year has begun “Can I do it???” and “Will I do it???”
Preparing for Course Selections
Make certain you fulfill requirements for high school graduation and post secondary plans
Review course info & descriptions (on-line)
Discuss with parents, teachers & counsellors
Don’t be afraid to ask questions
Prioritize your selections
Don’t wait until the last minute!
Study Block
Grade 11 and 12 Students: sign up for 8 courses can apply for a study block
Application Process: an application form is necessary (see grade counsellor) subject to approval by administration must check appropriate box on programming sheet attach application to programming sheet
Course Programming Deadline
Forms must be signed by both the student & the parent or guardian & dropped off in Student Services by Friday, February 26, 2016 at the latest.
Windsor Grad Info Website
www.windsorgradinfo.ca
Twitter: @windsorgradinfo
Facebook: www.facebook.com/windsorgradinfo
Questions?
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