Course Planning

Grade 8 9

Objectives

Introduce the role of the counsellor. General introduction to the world of post-

secondary. Introduce the graduation program. Explain Grade 9 course options. Provide general information about a variety of

courses.

Role of the Counsellor

Who is your counsellor? Mrs. Pooni and Mr.Sall (A –

K) Mrs. Smalley (L – Z), Mr. Sall

on Fridays

Why might someone see a counsellor?

Academic Career Personal

Delview Counselling

Referrals

How does your counsellor know who to see? Self Friends Parents/Family Teachers/Administrators

How to sign up. Emergencies

Confidentiality

3 exceptions: Harm self Harm others Harmed by others

Course Planning Portion

Your Future

Making decisions about courses….

Decision Making About Courses Interests Strengths/Weakness Family’s Influence Friends’ Influence Required for Career Like the teacher… Options open….

Many pathways…….

Life After High School

Part-time work Full-time work Part-time work and school Travel, Volunteer Abroad Canadian Armed Forces Trades College and University

Graduation Requirements

Must pass: English: up to grade 12 Social Studies: up to grade 11 Science: up to grade 11 Math: up to grade 11 Physical Education: up to grade 10 Will need one Fine Arts or Applied Skills 10, 11, or

12 course (e.g. Foods, Shop, Music, Drama, Computers, Art)

Planning 10 leading up to Grad Transitions 12

Graduation Continued……

80 Credits Needed to Graduate

Each course is 4 credits

A minimum of 16 credits must be at the Grade 12 level (includes Language Arts 12)

Career Development Programs

Tech Stretch Apprenticeship Program

ACE -IT Work Experience Program

See Mr. Prideaux in Career Centre

Delta Academies

Baseball - Sands Dance - Delta Sec Film - Acting - Ladner Film - Production - Ladner Golf - Seaquam Hockey - Burnsview Hockey - South Delta Lacrosse - Delta Sec Soccer - South Delta and Sands Softball – Seaquam Cadets - Seaquam

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DELTA ACADEMIES

Grade 9 Program

English 9 Science 9 A Math 9 Social Studies 9 PE 9 Elective Elective Elective

EnglishEnglish

English 10

Communications 12

English 12Literature

12

Communications 11

Writing 12

English 11

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Teacher Recommendation

Social Studies 10

Social Studies 11 or BC First Nations 12

History 12

Law 12

Psychology 11

Socials

Psychology12

Geography

12 19

Comparative

Civilization 12 (not UBC)

Economics 12

ScienceScience

Biology 12

Biology 11

Science 10

Sci & Tech 11 Teacher

Recommended

Chemistry12

Chemistry 11

Earth Science

11

Physics 12

Physics 11

Geology 12

C+C+C+

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Math CurriculumMATH 9MATH 9

Apprenticeship & Workplace 10 Apprenticeship & Workplace 10 Foundations of Mathematics & Pre-Calculus 10

Foundations of Mathematics & Pre-Calculus 10

Apprenticeship & Workplace 11

Apprenticeship & Workplace 11 Foundations 11 Foundations 11 Pre-Calculus 11 Pre-Calculus 11

Apprenticeship & Workplace 12 Apprenticeship & Workplace 12 Foundations 12 Foundations 12 Pre-Calculus 12Pre-Calculus 12

Post-Secondary programs requiring theoretical calculus

Post-Secondary programs requiring theoretical calculus

Post-Secondary programs not requiring

theoretical calculus

Post-Secondary programs not requiring

theoretical calculus

Entry into the majority of trades or direct entry to

the workplace

Entry into the majority of trades or direct entry to

the workplace

Other optional courses such

as Calculus 12

LanguagesLanguages French 8

French 9

French 10Intro.

Spanish11 (SFU)

Spanish 11French 11

Spanish 12French 12

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Do I Need a 2nd Language?

There are many advantages of having a 2nd language A second language is not required for graduation 2nd language to Grade 11 may be required for BC

University entrance (if apply from highschool; may not if apply after 2 years of college)• UBC - Vancouver• SFU (can be beginners level – ie. Spanish 11Beginners)

Most Apprenticeships, Trade Programs do not require 2nd language

Courses (Grade 9 – 12)Physical Education

Physical Education (9 – 12)

Required to grade 10 Physical Education 11 & 12 are

co-ed Fit For Life 11/12 for girls

KEYBOARDING 9Typing, word processing/formatting

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 9Basic computer skills, web design

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BUSINESS

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Home Economics

Foods 9 Cooking in

groups

Textiles 9 Sewing

PE 9 is required

Physical Education & Planning

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Technology Education

Woodwork 9

Metalwork 9

Power Technology 9 Engines, making power

with machines

Electronics 9 Electrical circuits &

components

CAD/Drafting 9 Computer aided

architectural design

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Visual Arts

Visual Arts 9 (General) 2D and 3D

Media Arts 9 Video production,

animation, camera, photoshop…

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Drama Drama 9

Acting

Beginner Band 9 Junior Band 9 Guitar 9 – no experience

needed

New: Choral Music/Musical

Theatre 9 Group and/or individual

singing

Performing Arts

Music

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Strategies for Learning 9 LA/LD There is a process for being referred

ELL 9 Speak to Ms. Stevens if you need more ELL courses next year

Get Help

What now?

READ the course selection booklet Posted on Delview homepage Students

Course Planning Drop in to see your counsellor at lunch or

after school if you have questions; or send an email. Don’t wait!

Parent meeting on Wed. Feb.27, 7:00

Parent Connect open

TIME TO PICK COURSES

All registration will be done through

“Parent Connect”.

Follow the links from the Delview website:

http://dl.deltasd.bc.ca/

1. What is the name of your counsellor?•A-K: Mrs. Pooni, Mr. Sall•L-Z: Ms. Smalley (Mr. Sall on Fridays)

2. How do you contact your counsellor?•Go to counselling hallway….form by door…. Email…

3. Define confidentiality.•Can’t share with others….private.

4. What are two things to consider when choosing your elective courses?•Interests, strengths, family…..

5. Do you need a second language to graduate?•No

Course Planning 2014

6. How many electives do you get in Grade 9?•3

7. Other than French (and English) what language is offered at Delview?

•Spanish

8. Name one technology course and one business course.•WW, MW, PT, DRAFT or KB and IT

9. When is Band 9 offered?•AM

10. Which website do you use to select your courses?•Delview

What is the Number 1 thing that will lead you to success?

Hard Work (grit!) Kindness, and Willingness to ask

for help, also help