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WGSS Gator News for Grads August Newsletter Follow us @GatorFutures August 22, 2017 Welcome back Grade 12s to your graduation year! You will face many decisions this coming year. It is exciting and sometimes it can be overwhelming. Please remember there is a network of individuals ready and willing to help you -- family, counsellors, career advisor and teachers. This edition of Gator News for Grads highlights resources available to assist you with your decision- making. Use the hyperlinks throughout this document to link to related information. We will be sending all Grad Newsletters electronically. Please ensure our main office has the current email addresses for you or your parent(s). The next copy of Gator News for Grads will be sent electronically on September 12 th . To Do 1. Meet Graduation Requirements: o WGSS asks students to have 84 potential credits on their transcripts. You need to check the Ministry Site to ensure you meet BC graduation requirements. o You are also welcome to meet with your counsellor to confirm your grad status. o You must have all the requirements for grade 10 and 11, and then have a Language Arts 12 (either English 12 or Communications 12), Grad Transitions, and three courses numbered 12 o Carefully consider if you can be successful in each of the courses on your schedule; sadly each year there are students who are not in a position to graduate either because they dropped a course that they needed or they are not passing one of their courses. 2. Plan for the Future o Double and triple check that you have the courses needed to pursue your post-secondary plans; check both the general and the specific entrance requirements on the BC PSI Sites or other Canadian PSI Sites o Research post-secondary options using some of the electronic resources available: MyBluePrint [Activation Code: Walnutgrove] or BC EducationPlanner or the WGSS Careers Website o Attend post-secondary recruitment workshops (often held in our library annex during FLEX); these events will be advertised in the Grad Newsletter, and through @GatorFutures (Twitter) and REMIND (phone app). Some institutions have already confirmed when they are coming – see the Important Dates Calendar in this newsletter o Visit the institution(s) you are considering attending and/or sign-up for an information session about programs you wish to investigate further – see the Sample Campus Visit Information in this newsletter o If you are potentially going to study in the USA or an NCAA school, you need to have an SAT score when you submit your application through CommonApps. Additional important information for students considering studying in the USA is in the Studying in the US section of the Counselling & Careers Website 3. Transcripts o If you require a transcript, (e.g. for out-of-province applications, limited intake programs, or scholarship applications), please come to the Counselling Centre and fill out the Request a Transcript Form (allowed 4 days for processing).
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WGSS Gator News for Grads August Newsletter Follow us @GatorFutures August 22, 2017
Welcome back Grade 12s to your graduation year! You will face many decisions this coming year. It
is exciting and sometimes it can be overwhelming. Please remember there is a network of
individuals ready and willing to help you -- family, counsellors, career advisor and teachers. This
edition of Gator News for Grads highlights resources available to assist you with your decision-
making. Use the hyperlinks throughout this document to link to related information.
We will be sending all Grad Newsletters electronically. Please ensure our main office has the current
email addresses for you or your parent(s). The next copy of Gator News for Grads will be sent
electronically on September 12th.
To Do 1. Meet Graduation Requirements:
o WGSS asks students to have 84 potential credits on their transcripts. You need to check the Ministry Site to ensure you meet BC graduation requirements.
o You are also welcome to meet with your counsellor to confirm your grad status. o You must have all the requirements for grade 10 and 11, and then have a Language Arts 12
(either English 12 or Communications 12), Grad Transitions, and three courses numbered 12 o Carefully consider if you can be successful in each of the courses on your schedule; sadly
each year there are students who are not in a position to graduate either because they dropped a course that they needed or they are not passing one of their courses.
2. Plan for the Future o Double and triple check that you have the courses needed to pursue your post-secondary
plans; check both the general and the specific entrance requirements on the BC PSI Sites or other Canadian PSI Sites
o Research post-secondary options using some of the electronic resources available: MyBluePrint [Activation Code: Walnutgrove] or BC EducationPlanner or the WGSS Careers Website
o Attend post-secondary recruitment workshops (often held in our library annex during FLEX); these events will be advertised in the Grad Newsletter, and through @GatorFutures (Twitter) and REMIND (phone app). Some institutions have already confirmed when they are coming – see the Important Dates Calendar in this newsletter
o Visit the institution(s) you are considering attending and/or sign-up for an information session about programs you wish to investigate further – see the Sample Campus Visit Information in this newsletter
o If you are potentially going to study in the USA or an NCAA school, you need to have an SAT score when you submit your application through CommonApps. Additional important information for students considering studying in the USA is in the Studying in the US section of the Counselling & Careers Website
3. Transcripts
o If you require a transcript, (e.g. for out-of-province applications, limited intake programs, or
scholarship applications), please come to the Counselling Centre and fill out the Request a
Transcript Form (allowed 4 days for processing).
o Counsellors will visit GT classes in the fall. At that time, you will learn how to complete the
Ministry of Education PSI Transcript Release. This allows post-secondary institutions to
receive your interim marks in May and your final marks in July.
o It is very important that ALL grade 12s considering attending a post-secondary institution in
September 2018 complete the Ministry Student Secured Web transcript release information
by May 1st. Students considering the NCAA, NAIA or any U.S. institutions have to specifically
request their transcript be sent through the SSW transcript release system as well.
4. Scholarships
o You are encouraged to become familiar with the all of the scholarship resources available on
the Langley District Scholarship Site. The District Scholarship Database is particularly helpful
because it itemizes over 300 scholarships opportunities as well as has links to key
scholarship sites by category
o WGSS will host two scholarship workshops for Grade 12 students this year. The first workshop, September 26th, will review the national, high achievement, high volunteer scholarships which often require school nomination. The second workshop, November 30th will be for all students interested in applying for Langley District Awards, WGSS Awards and Ministry of Education District Authority Awards. The application for these three categories of awards will be avialable on December 1st in the Scholarship Section of the Counselling Website.
o Students interested in applying for the Ministry of Education District Authority Award need to have four Grade 11 and/or 12 courses in one of these areas of concentration: Fine Arts, Applied Skills, Physical Education, Technical & Trades, or three Languages on their transcript (other than English); or have exceptional leadership in Community Service (global and local) or leadership in Indigenous Languages and Cultures.
o There will be a District sponsored Scholarship Workshop with Brittany Palmer from Unlock your Futures on Thursday, October 19th, 7:00 at the Chief Sepass Theatre, Langley Fine Arts campus.
o Note: You must have a S.I.N. number when you apply for some scholarships.
5. People to help you….
Meet with Christy, our wonderful Career Advisor, if you would like to: discuss career
possibilities; consider post-secondary options (including Trades Training opportunities),
need help with your resume, or would like more information about volunteer opportunities.
Meet with your Counsellor if you would like to discuss university entrance requirements,
check your grad credits, or look at scholarship opportunities.
Meet with Mr. McKay, if you worked in a trade area this summer and want to know more
about how to be part of the Youth Work in Trades Apprenticeship Program.
6. Electronic resources…
Sign-up for REMIND. The Counselling and Careers staff use this free app to alert you about
upcoming events and co-ordinate one-on-one appointments. Join @wgss2018 by texting
778-650-5076 or by selecting this link: https://www.remind.com/join/wgss2018
(If you joined the @wgss2018 group in grade 11, you do not need to re-join).
Important Dates for Grads
Date Event Contact Person Place Time Sept. 14 Last day to submit Course Change Request --- Counselling Centre 3:00 pm Sept. 20 U of Saskatchewan – Recruitment Presentation Terice Coleman Library Annex FLEX Sept. 26 Nomination Scholarship Workshop (for Gr. 12s) Ms. Kifiak Library Annex FLEX Sept. 28 C.U.E. – Canadian University - SD 35 Event 50 PS Institutions
(from across Canada) Langley Event Centre 2:00-3:00 pm
Sept. 28 Grad Cruise 2018 Mr. Lincke Vancouver Evening Sept. 29 P.S.A.T. Applications Due (Ms. Docherty) Counselling Centre 3:00 pm Oct. 3 Loran National Nomination Package Due (Gr. 12s) (Ms. Kifiak) Counselling Centre 9:40 am Oct. 3 C.U.E. – Canadian University – Public Event 50 PS Institutions Hilton (Metrotown) 6:30 tbc Oct. 5 BC Post-Secondary Institutions @ WGSS
– Mini-Fair (Gr. 12s x two groups) 15 BC PS Institutions WGSS - New Gym Flex
Oct. 12 Language Challenge Exam Applications Due (Ms. Kifiak) Counselling Centre 3:00 pm Oct. 17 UBC Information Session – Recruitment Presentation UBC Recruiter WGSS Library 3:10 pm Oct. 19 District Scholarship Event – “Unlock Your Future” Ms. Brittany Palmer LFA: Theatre 7:00 pm Oct. 25 Western University (Ontario) - Recruitment Ms. Lauren Castle Library Annex 3:00 pm Nov. 14 U of Calgary – Recruitment Presentation Ms. Tristan McCallum Library Annex FLEX Nov. 20 U of Waterloo – Recruitment Presentation Ms. Laura Gordon Library Annex FLEX Nov. 23 U of Alberta – Recruitment Presentation Mr. Sanchit Vachhar Library Annex FLEX Nov. 30 WGSS Local and District Scholarship Workshop Ms. Kifiak Library Annex FLEX Dec. 1 WGSS Local & District Scholarship Available Counselling Website Website Link goo.gl/C5LEk2 Dec. 2 National Portfolio Day Emily Carr University Website Link 10:00 Feb. 22 Local/District + District Authority Application Due Available Dec. 1 Counselling Centre NOON Apr.5,6 Grad Transition Presentations Every Grade 12 Library Appointments May 1 Final Date to submit PSI Choices to Ministry of Ed Gr 12s going to PSIs Website Link 11:00 pm Jun. 22 Graduation Ceremony Mrs. Sargeant WGSS Grad Info 5:30 pm Jun. 27 Graduation Banquet – Dinner/Dance Mrs. Sargeant WGSS Grad Info Evening
Additional post-secondary opportunities will be advertised throughout the year.
Sample Campus Visit Information
Click on institution for more information or to register
Institution Event Date
BCIT Tours Info. Sessions Student for a Day
1 hour tours, Monday to Friday, between 9:30 – 2:30 Available for most programs; select by department Book through website
Capilano Tours Explore Cap/Open House Info. Meetings
1 hour tours, Monday to Friday, between 9:00 – 3:00 E.g. Nov. 25 – Film and Animation Open House 11:00 – 3:00 Program specific evening presentations; available throughout the year
Douglas Info. Sessions Available for all programs; evening – 2 hours; must register to attend
KPU Tours Open House – Langley Open House – Richmond Discovery Day for Students Info Sessions
Offered regularly at all 4 campus locations Sept. 27 – 12:00 – 4:00 pm Oct. 20 – 12:00 – 4:00 pm Nov. 24 – 12:00 – 4:00 pm (Richmond Campus) Info sessions available for most limited intake programs; see their calendar
SFU Tours – Burnaby Tours – Surrey
Twice daily – Monday to Saturday 2:00 – 4:00 pm – Monday to Thursday
TRU Tours Open House Weekend
60-90 minute tours, Monday- Thursday, between 10:00 – 2:00 pm Oct. 21 – Saturday, 9:00 – 3:00 pm
TWU Preview Weekends Oct. 20-21, Nov. 17-18, Feb. 9-10, Mar. 22-23
UBC Tours – Vancouver Tours – Okanagan
Daily tours - 1:00 pm – approximately 2 hours Register to attend a weekend event or tour the campus
UFV Tours Available upon request through registration on website
UVIC Tours Evening with UVIC
75 minute daily tours, Monday to Saturday starting at 1:00, Dec. 4 – Hilton – Metrotown Location – 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Examples of Post-Secondary Deadlines
BC PSI Examples
Institution Application Opens* Early Admission Deadline Scholarship Deadline
BCIT Nov. 1 Open until program is filled; then name put on waitlist Aug. 5
Cap U Oct. 1 Limited Enrolment Programs fill before the deadline March 31
Mar. 31
Douglas Oct. 1 Limited intake programs offer seats to qualified applicants before the application deadline of May 31
April 1
Emily Carr Sept. 15 Jan. 15: Application + Documents Deadline Feb. 1: Portfolio Deadline
No separate application
KPU Nov. 1 Limited Intake programs fill quickly; plan to apply Nov. 1 Mar. 1
April 10
SFU Oct. 1 Jan. 31 Jan. 31
TRU Oct. 1 Mar. 1 (Check program specific deadlines,
e.g. Nursing + Social Work – Jan. 30; Education Feb. 15)
Mar. 1
TWU August Mar. 1 Mar. 1
UBC Early Sept. Dec. 1 Dec. 1
UFV Oct. 1 Popular programs fill before the deadline. Apply early! Jan. 31
Mar. 1
UNBC Sept. 1 Dec. 15 Dec. 15
UVIC Sept. 1 Feb. 28 Feb. 28
*BC students should be using https://apply.educationplannerbc.ca/ when applying to BC institutions
Out of Province PSI Examples
U of Alberta Oct. 1 - ApplyAlberta Dec. 15 Dec. 15
U of Toronto Sept 15 - OUAC Spaces fill quickly and programs may close before the application deadlines listed on the OUAC Site. Your
application will be cancelled with no refund if you apply after the program has closed.
Feb. 16
Queen’s Sept 15 - OUAC Dec. 1 Dec. 1
McGill October - McGill Feb. 1 (all documents + marks) Feb. 7
US Institutions Aug. 1 - CommonApp.org (mid-Nov.; must have SAT score by Dec.) December
Check the institutions website for up-to-date information
Quick Reference Resource List
People Resources
Career Advisor
Ms. Christy de Bulnes Loc. 439 [email protected]
Computer Operator (Transcripts) Ms. Kalynn Loc. 234 [email protected]
Grad Secretary (Tickets; Gown) Ms. Sargeant Loc. 222 [email protected]
Counsellors
Ms. Kifiak (A-G) Loc. 237 [email protected]
Ms. Twemlow (H-L) Loc. 290 [email protected]
Mr. Adrian (H-L) Loc. 272 [email protected]
Ms. Seymour (M-R) Loc. 238 [email protected]
Ms. Docherty (S-Z) Loc. 235 [email protected]
Trades/Tech. Department Head
Mr. McKay Loc. 233 [email protected]
Electronic Resources
Gator News for Grads
Bi-monthly: Emailed to Grads + Parents
@GatorFutures Twitter Up-coming opportunities and deadlines @WGSS Careers Twitter Career + Volunteer opportunities REMIND app Join: @wgss2018
Websites: Counselling & Careers Website Graduation + Post-Secondary Resources
WGSS Career Centre Website Career Resources and Opportunities District Scholarship Website Scholarship Handbook and Database
Learning Opportunities
Post-Secondary Recruitment Visits
See Calendar on Counselling/Careers Website C.U.E. at Langley Event Centre – Sept. 28, 2:00 pm BC Post-Secondary Mini-Fair at WGSS – Oct. 5, FLEX
Counsellor Presentations
Fall – GT Classes National/Nomination Scholarships – Sept. 26, FLEX District/WGSS Scholarships – Nov. 30, FLEX
District Events C.U.E. - LEC: Field House – Sept. 28 Scholarship Workshop – LFA – Oct. 19
Counsellors:
Ms. Kifiak: “A–G” Ms. Twemlow + Mr. Adrian: “H–L” Ms. Seymour: “M–R” Ms. Docherty: “S–Z”
