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JOHNSTON HEIGHTS SECONDARY SCHOOL

Course Selection 2012 – 2013

Grades 10 – 12

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JOHNSTON HEIGHTS SECONDARY SCHOOL

Administrators: Ms. S. Hammond, Principal Mr. R. Killawee, Vice-Principal (A – H) Ms. D. Johnson, Vice-Principal (I – N) Mr. E. Chow, Vice-Principal (O – Z) Counsellors: Ms. M. Lofgren (A – H) Mr. H. Sidhu (I – N) Mrs. E. Weber (O – Z) Department Heads: Mr. C. Duncan Athletic Director Mr. A. Vick BASES

Mrs. S. Lambe Business Education Ms. B. Ramsay /Tuey Tech Ed/ Career Ed/ Planning

Mrs. E. Weber Counselling Ms. Sebela/Ms. Singer English

Ms. J. Sidhu English Second Language Ms. M. Hall Home Economics Ms. C. Kipp Languages Ms. S. Renyard Learning Support Mr. C. Joyce Mathematics Mr. P.J. Lavoie Performing Arts Mr. J. Phillips Physical Education Ms. F. Smith Science Mr. Moloney/Mr. McGennis Social Studies Ms. E. Libera Visual Arts Librarian: Mrs. Hall Safe School Liaison: Mr. N. Doherty, Ms. C. Robertson School Liaison Officer: Constable Dan Burggraaf Secretarial Staff: Mrs. C. Goodwin Ms. J. Pater Mrs. P. Crocker Mrs. T. Tredenick Ms. K. Hunt Your Course Handbook: This course handbook is designed to assist students in selecting appropriate

courses for their education program. Use this booklet to clarify your goals and then work hard to achieve them.

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Table of Contents Course Planning / Graduation Requirements ........................................................................................... 6 Planning a Three-Year Graduation Program .............................................................................................. 7 Graduation Transitions .............................................................................................................................. 8 English

English 10 .............................................................................................................................................. 8 English 11 .............................................................................................................................................. 9 English 12 .............................................................................................................................................. 9 English 12 First Peoples ......................................................................................................................... 9 Film Studies 11 ...................................................................................................................................... 9 English Literature 12 ............................................................................................................................ 10 Writing 12 ............................................................................................................................................ 10 BA ESL Writing11 ................................................................................................................................. 10 BA Reading Strategies 11 for ESL ......................................................................................................... 10 Communications 12 ............................................................................................................................. 10 Social Justice 12 .................................................................................................................................. 11

Planning Planning 10 .......................................................................................................................................... 11

Science Science 10 ............................................................................................................................................ 11 Science & Technology 11 ...................................................................................................................... 11 Biology 11 ............................................................................................................................................ 11 Biology 12 ............................................................................................................................................ 12 Chemistry 11 ........................................................................................................................................ 12 Chemistry 12 ........................................................................................................................................ 12 Earth Science 11 .................................................................................................................................. 12 Physics 11 ............................................................................................................................................ 12 Physics 12 ............................................................................................................................................ 12

Social Studies Social Studies 10 .................................................................................................................................. 13 Social Studies 11 .................................................................................................................................. 13 BC First Nations Studies 12 ................................................................................................................. 13 History 12 ........................................................................................................................................... 13 Comparative Civilization 12 .................................................................................................................. 13 Geography 12 ....................................................................................................................................... 14 Law 12 ................................................................................................................................................. 14

Mathematics Mathematic Flow Chart ........................................................................................................................ 14 Apprenticeship and Workplace Mathematics 10 .................................................................................... 15 Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-Calculus 10 ................................................................................ 15 Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-Calculus 10 Honours .................................................................. 15 Foundations of Mathematics 11 ............................................................................................................ 16 Pre-Calculus 11 .................................................................................................................................... 16 Pre-Calculus 11Honours ....................................................................................................................... 16 Foundations of Mathematics 12 ............................................................................................................ 16 Pre-Calculus 12 .................................................................................................................................... 16 Pre-Calculus 12 / AP Calculus AB 12 Yearlong..................................................................................... 16 Calculus 12 .......................................................................................................................................... 16

Modern Languages French 10 ............................................................................................................................................. 17 French 11 ............................................................................................................................................. 17 French 12 ............................................................................................................................................. 17 Spanish 10 ........................................................................................................................................... 17 Spanish 11 ........................................................................................................................................... 17 Spanish 12 ........................................................................................................................................... 17

Library BA Library Science 10 .......................................................................................................................... 18 BA Library Science 11 .......................................................................................................................... 18 BA Information Literacy/Library Science 12 ......................................................................................... 18

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Home Economics

BA Psychology 11 ................................................................................................................................. 19 BA Psychology 12 ................................................................................................................................. 19 Sociology 11 ......................................................................................................................................... 19 Sociology 12 ......................................................................................................................................... 19 Foods and Nutrition 10 ......................................................................................................................... 20 Foods and Nutrition 11 ......................................................................................................................... 20 Foods and Nutrition 12 ......................................................................................................................... 20 BA Food Art 11 .................................................................................................................................... 20 Textiles 10 ............................................................................................................................................ 20 Textiles & Crafts 10 .............................................................................................................................. 21 Textiles 11 ............................................................................................................................................ 21 Textiles 12 ............................................................................................................................................ 21 BA Fashion Design & Pattern Making 11 .............................................................................................. 21 BA Fashion Design Tailoring 12 ............................................................................................................ 21 Tourism 11 ........................................................................................................................................... 21 Tourism 12 ........................................................................................................................................... 21

Cook Training Cafeteria Training 11 ............................................................................................................................ 22 Cafeteria Training 12 ............................................................................................................................ 22 Culinary Training 11 ............................................................................................................................ 22 Culinary Training 12 ............................................................................................................................ 22

Physical Education Physical Education 10 .......................................................................................................................... 22 Physical Education 11/12 (Girls) .......................................................................................................... 23 Physical Education 11 .......................................................................................................................... 23 BA Super Fit 11 .................................................................................................................................... 23 BA Super Fit 12 .................................................................................................................................... 23 Physical Education 12 .......................................................................................................................... 24

Technology Education Technology Education 10: Electronics .................................................................................................. 24 Technology Education 10: Drafting & Design ........................................................................................ 24 Technology Education 10: Woodwork .................................................................................................... 24 BA Woodcraft 10 .................................................................................................................................. 24 BA Woodcraft 11 (Woodcarving) ...................................................................................................... 24/25 Electronics 11....................................................................................................................................... 25 Electronics 12....................................................................................................................................... 25 Drafting and Design 11 ......................................................................................................................... 25 Drafting and Design 12 ......................................................................................................................... 25 BA Art Metal 10: Jewellery Making ....................................................................................................... 25 Metal Fabrication & Machining 11 ........................................................................................................ 26 Metal Fabrication & Machining 12 ........................................................................................................ 26 Metal Fabrication Art Metal and Jewellery 12 ....................................................................................... 26 Carpentry and Joinery 11 ..................................................................................................................... 26 Carpentry and Joinery 12 ..................................................................................................................... 26 Technology Education 10: Mechanics ................................................................................................... 26 Automotive Technology 11/12 ........................................................................................................ 26/27

Business Education & Information Technology Information Technology 10 Keyboarding ............................................................................................... 27 Information Technology 10 Web Design ................................................................................................ 27 Business Education 10 General ............................................................................................................ 27 Graphic Design 10 (BA Yearbook 10) .................................................................................................... 27 YBGD12: BA Yearbook 12 & Graphic Design 12 (BA Desktop Publishing 12) ........................................ 27 Graphic Design 11 (BA Desktop Publishing 11) ..................................................................................... 28 Graphic Design 12 (BA Desktop Publishing 12) ..................................................................................... 28 Business Computer Application 11 ....................................................................................................... 28 Business Information Management 12 .................................................................................................. 28 Data Management 12 ........................................................................................................................... 28 Marketing 11 ........................................................................................................................................ 28 Marketing 12 ........................................................................................................................................ 28

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Entrepreneurship 12 ...................................................................................................................... 28/29 Accounting 11 ...................................................................................................................................... 29 Accounting 12 ...................................................................................................................................... 29 ICT: Computer Programming 11 ........................................................................................................... 29 ICT: Computer Programming 12 ........................................................................................................... 29 AP Computer Science A 12 ................................................................................................................... 29

Theatre / Drama: Film and Television Drama 10: Theatre Performance .......................................................................................................... 29 Theatre Performance 11: Acting ............................................................................................................ 29 Theatre Performance 12: Acting ............................................................................................................ 30 Theatre Performance 11: Directing & Script Development ..................................................................... 30 Theatre Performance 12: Directing & Script Development ..................................................................... 30 JH Theatre Company Honours: Theatre Performance: Acting 12 Honours & Theatre Production 12 H .. 30 Drama 10: Theatre Production .............................................................................................................. 30 Theatre Production 11 .......................................................................................................................... 30 Theatre Production 12: Theatre Management ........................................................................................ 31 Theatre Production 12: Technical Theatre ............................................................................................. 31 BA Theatre Company 11A ..................................................................................................................... 31 BA Theatre Company 12A ..................................................................................................................... 31

Art Visual Arts 10: General ......................................................................................................................... 31 Art Foundations 11 ............................................................................................................................... 32 Art Foundations 12 ............................................................................................................................... 32 Studio Arts 11: Drawing & Painting ...................................................................................................... 32 Studio Arts 12: Drawing & Painting ...................................................................................................... 32 AP Studio Arts 12: Drawing Portfolio .................................................................................................... 32 Media Arts 11: Digital Photography 11 .................................................................................................. 33 Media Arts 12: Digital Photography 12 .................................................................................................. 33 Animation 10, 11 & 12 ......................................................................................................................... 33

Music Concert Band 10 .................................................................................................................................. 34 Concert Choir 10 .................................................................................................................................. 34 Jazz Band 10 ........................................................................................................................................ 34 Senior Concert Band 11-12 ............................................................................................................ 34/35 Guitar 10-12 ........................................................................................................................................ 35 Advanced Music Ensembles 10, 11 & 12 .............................................................................................. 35 Music Composition 11/12 .................................................................................................................... 35 Jazz Band 11/12 .................................................................................................................................. 35 Choir 11/12 ......................................................................................................................................... 35

BA Peer Tutoring/Peer Mediation/Leadership/Career Transitions/Career Exploration COOP/GT/Secondary Apprenticeship

BA Peer Tutoring 10-12 ........................................................................................................................ 36 BA Peer Mediation 11 ........................................................................................................................... 36 BA Peer Mediation 12 ........................................................................................................................... 36 Student Leadership 10-12 (BA Recreation Leadership 10, BA Community Leadership 11, ....................... & BA Student Leadership 12) .......................................................................................... 36/37 BA Career Transitions 12 ...................................................................................................................... 37 Trades & Service COOP .................................................................................................................. 37/38 Work Experience .................................................................................................................................. 38 Secondary School Apprenticeship Program ..................................................................................... 38/42

School Based Services ........................................................................................................................ 42/43 District Based Services ............................................................................................................................ 44 Post Secondary Information .................................................................................................................... 45

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COURSE PLANNING

The courses offered at Johnston Heights Secondary follow guidelines set out by the Ministry of Education and the Surrey School Board. The program consists of a combination of core courses and elective courses. The courses you choose may help you to explore new fields and perhaps find capabilities and interests you never knew you had.

Selecting Elective courses is an important process and should be carried out in consultation with parents. Because courses with insufficient enrollment will not be offered, it is important that students choose alternate electives with care.

Please review your graduation program carefully to ensure that you have enough credits to graduate and to meet the entrance requirements for the post-secondary institution to which you wish to apply.

Please study the contents of this booklet carefully. If you have any questions or concerns, please speak to a school counsellor.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Students are required to complete the following requirements to satisfy the graduation program:

A combination of courses totaling 80 credits in Grades 10 – 12 (equivalent to 20 four-credit courses) are required for graduation.

Required grade 10 to 12 courses (48 credits): Language Arts 10 (4 credits)................................. English 10 Language Arts 11 (4 credits)................................. English 11 Language Arts 12 (4 credits) * .............................. English 12, English 12 First Peoples, Communications 12 Social Studies 10 (4 credits) Social Studies 11 (4 credits)* ............................... Social Studies 11, or B.C. First Nations 12 Science 10 (4 credits) Science 11 or 12 (4 credits)*................................. Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth Science, Science &

Tech Mathematics 10 (4 credits)*.................................. Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-Calculus,

Foundations of Math & Pre-calculus Honours, Apprenticeship & Workplace Math

Mathematics 11 or 12 (4 credits)*......................... Foundations of Mathematics, Foundations of Math Honours, Pre-calculus, Pre-calculus Honours, Apprenticeship & Workplace Math

Physical Education 10 (4 credits) Fine Arts and/or Applied Skills 10, 11 or 12 (4 credits)* Planning 10 (4 credits)

*one from a number of course options Students must also:

Complete a minimum of 28 elective credits courses of which a minimum of 12 credits must be at the grade 12 level.

Complete a 4-credit Graduation Transitions.

Five Graduation Program Required Provincial Exams in Grades 10 - 12: Grade 10 - English 10, Science 10, Mathematics 10 (Exams are 20 percent of final mark) Grade 11 - Social Studies 11 or B.C. Native Studies 12 (Exam is 20 percent of final mark) Grade 12 - English 12, English 12 First Peoples or Communications 12 (Exam is 40 percent of final

mark)

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PLANNING A THREE YEAR GRADUATION PROGRAM GRADE 10, 11 & 12 GRADUATION POLICIES

� You require 80 credits minimum to graduate over three years. � In Grade 10 you will be required to take English 10, Math 10 and Science 10 provincial exams. � In Grade 11 you will be required to take a Socials 11 provincial exam. � In Grade 12 you will be required to take an English 12, English 12 First Peoples or

Communications 12 provincial exam.

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CHECKLIST FOR MEETING GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS I must have 80 credits to Graduate (48 required course credits, 28 elective credits and a 4 credit Graduation Transitions program): Courses: Credits Language Arts 10 (4) Language Arts 11 (4) Language Arts 12 (4) Social Studies 10 (4) Social Studies 11 (4) Science 10 (4) A Science 11 (4) Math 10 (4) Math 11 or 12 (4) PE 10 (4)

Courses: Credits Planning 10 (4) Fine Arts or Applied Skills 10, 11, or 12 (4) Graduation Transitions (4) Elective 12____________________________ (4) Elective 12____________________________ (4) Elective 12____________________________ (4) Elective 11 or 12 _______________________ (4) Elective 11 or 12 _______________________ (4) Elective 11 or 12 _______________________ (4) Elective 11 or 12 _______________________ (4)

NOTE: BC First Nations Studies 12 qualifies for Social Studies 11. English 12 First Peoples qualifies for the English 12. The Communications 12 course may not be acceptable for university entrance for most university transfer programs at colleges.

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Graduation Transitions 12

Graduation Transitions is intended to prepare students for a successful transition to life after secondary school. In order to meet this goal, Graduation Transitions encourages students to:

take ownership of their own health and learning examine and demonstrate connections between their learning and their future create a plan for their growth and development as skilled, healthy, knowledgeable, participating

citizens Students are responsible for planning and preparing their educations, career, and life goals through Graduation Transitions. Schools are responsible for ensuring that students have opportunities to meet the learning outcomes. Teachers are responsible for assessing and providing feedback to students. Graduation Transitions is an opportunity for students to reflect their knowledge and abilities and plan for life after graduation by collecting evidence of their achievements in the following required areas:

Personal Health Daily physical activity and a commitment to fitness and physical and emotional well-being are key to healthy living. In this component of Graduation Transitions, students develop the knowledge, attitudes, and habits needed to be healthy individuals by maintaining a personal health plan and participating in at least 150 minutes per week of moderate to vigorous physical activity in addition to PE10.

Community Connections Life after graduation includes the world of work and community responsibilities. As part of Graduation Transitions, students gain employability skills through participation in at least 30 hours of work experience and/or community service and describe what was learned.

Career and Life Graduation Transitions requires students to explore personal and career goals during their secondary school years and create a plan for life after graduation. Transition planning is an ongoing process throughout the graduation program years and requires the completion of a transitions plan, culminating in a final Grade 12 presentation demonstrating significant accomplishments.

Students begin working on Graduation Transitions in Planning 10 and may extend their studies in this area across multiple years.

ENGLISH

English 10, 11 & 12, English 12 First Peoples, or Communications 12 must be successfully completed by all students as part of their Grade 12 graduation requirements. Essentially, English 11, English 12 and English 12 First Peoples are recommended for all students going on to post-secondary institutions. Communications 12 is not recognized for direct entry to B.C.I.T., universities, or the university transfer program at the colleges. Decisions to move from English 11 to Communications 12 should be made only after consultation with parents, counsellors and, particularly, teachers of English.

English Language Arts 10 Prerequisite: English 9 The major goal of English 10 is to provide learning strategies for the following skills: study, organization, reading, writing, oral communication, library research, and media viewing. The course content includes: * Study and response to literature (short stories, novels, poetry, plays, and media viewing). * Study and response to the writing process (generating, drafting, revising, editing and publishing). * Study and response to the fundamentals of effective writing (grammar, spelling, vocabulary, sentence structure, paragraph structure, and essay writing)

Students are expected to work both independently and cooperatively. Since students will be learning in an integrated classroom, they are expected to appreciate and respect the learning styles and varied points of view of other students.

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English 11 Prerequisite: English 10 The major goal of English 11 is to provide learning strategies for the following skills: study, organization, reading, writing, oral communications, library research and media viewing. The course will allow students to:

*Comprehend and respond to literary and informational communications, including both print and non-print media. *Use manual and electronic means to manage and exchange ideas, and to communicate these ideas with precision, clarity and creativity. *Develop an understanding of themselves and their world by becoming aware of how people use language for various purposes, by working with others, and by establishing relationships within the school and community. Students are expected to work both independently and cooperatively. Since students will be learning in an integrated classroom, they are expected to appreciate and respect the learning styles and varied points of view of other students. This course follows the prescribed learning outcomes set out in the 1996 curriculum.

Assessment and Evaluation will be based on projects, presentations, responses, examinations, class participation and also improvements related to the following skills: study, organization, reading, writing, oral communication, research and media viewing. English 12 Prerequisite: English 11 English 12 is a mandatory course which all students, except those in Communications 12, must pass in order to graduate. English 12 draws together the learning experiences of 12 years of schooling, It encourages the development of students’ confidence, independence and appreciation in the areas of reading, writing, oral communications, viewing and representing. It continues to develop and enhance students’ appreciation of literature and language. The activities and resources are increasingly more sophisticated, but are carefully selected to appeal to the range of students’ interests and abilities.

*Students will read for a variety of purposes, demonstrate interpretive understanding and critically analyze short stories, novels, poetry, drama (e.g. a Shakespeare play) and nonfiction. *In writing, students will write in a variety of formats employing all stages of the writing process: pre-writing drafting, editing, proofreading and publishing. Emphasis will be on multi-paragraph composition. *Oral communication skills will develop a critical awareness and appreciation of audience, purpose and context. *In viewing, students will identify, analyze, interpret and evaluate techniques used to convey meaning in visual and mass media. *Students will select and create a variety of representational forms to assist in the expression, development and extension of ideas. *This is a Provincial examinable course. English 12 First Peoples English 12 First Peoples provides opportunities for all students to engage with indigenous creative expression and enter the worlds of First Peoples provincially, nationally, and internationally. The course focuses on the experiences, values, beliefs, and lived realities of First Peoples as evidenced in various forms of text—including oral story, speech, poetry, dramatic work, dance, song, film, and prose (fiction and non-fiction). English 12 First Peoples is the academic equivalent of English 12. The course is designed to enable students to develop the English language and literacy skills and capacities they must have in order to meet British Columbia’s graduation requirements. Film Studies 11 The purpose of Film Studies 11 is to allow students to learn about and develop an artistic appreciation for fine art, foreign, and independent films while comparing them to mainstream films. Students will learn about film festivals and will be expected to analyze components of cinematography. Students will observe, respond to and discuss social, cultural, historical, and political issues and themes that are related to film content. Students will expand their written and oral skills in critiquing films and will be expected to interpret and look for layers of meaning using critical thinking skills. A variety of teaching techniques, activities and learning activities will be utilized to provide students an opportunity to express their ideas, and develop a personal interpretation of the medium of film. A small portion of the course will explore film related careers and the filmmaking processes. A considerable amount of time will be spent viewing films that students most likely would not have seen.

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English Literature 12 Prerequisite: A love of literature *Literature 12 is the advanced academic elective course in English and must be taken in conjunction with English 12. This is a survey course in English literature. It traces the development of English Literature from Anglo-Saxon times to the twentieth century. It includes a study of the social and historical background, as well as the major writers of each literary period. Students will develop critical skills in evaluating and appreciating English literature, and their understanding of self and society should increase through a knowledge of their cultural heritage.

This course is particularly valuable for students who wish to acquire the wide reading background and critical skills necessary for university English and Humanities courses, or who plan careers in Fine Arts fields such as music, drama or art. This is a provincially examinable and scholarship course. Writing 12

Prerequisite: None – Open to Gr. 11 Students This course is designed for those who enjoy writing for an audience, those who write in order to think, those who want an opportunity to share their writing, and those who want to explore a variety of forms of writing by experimenting and sharing. Classes will be organized in a workshop format in which the majority of time will be spent either writing, conferencing with the teacher or other students, or sharing pieces of writing. Daily lessons will be brief and will focus on areas which suit the needs of the class. Regular feedback will be given during informal group sharing and conferences. It is expected that during the course of the workshop students will write regularly in class and at home, finish pieces of writing in a variety of formats and share their work. Evaluation will take place in the form of formal conferences, a midterm, and an evaluation at the end of the semester. This evaluation will be based on an assessment of progress towards goals established during initial conferences, as well as a portfolio presentation of works selected by the student. Throughout the course, there will be opportunities to publish work through contests and outside publications. This course can be used as an academic course for entry to some university programs including Simon Fraser University. BA ESL Writing 11 (Teacher permission needed)

ESL writing 11 is designed for ELL students at the upper-beginner/lower intermediate (450/nearing 460) level who are ready to learn the specific skills necessary for successful academic writing. Students will experience the process of writing through interesting content combined with focused work on vocabulary, grammar, syntax, and rhetorical patterns. Students will also practice expressing information, ideas, and opinions in a logical and coherent order and in a variety of written formats. They will gain the skills, experience, and confidence necessary to meet the writing expectations of the senior level English curriculum. BA Reading Strategies 11 for ESL (Teacher permission needed)

This course is for upper beginner and intermediate ESL students who need to develop their proficiency in reading for comprehension of English text. The focus is on learning various reading strategies to comprehend various genres, including daily news and communication, fiction and non-fiction text, graphs and illustrations and academic text. Communications 12

Prerequisite: English 11 Communications 12, an alternative to English 12, is designed for students not proceeding directly to university. Like English 12, it integrates the skills of reading, writing, oral communication, viewing and representing. It is intended to develop and enhance students’ appreciation for literature and language. The activities and resources are increasingly more sophisticated, but are carefully selected to appeal to the range of students’ interests and abilities. *Students will read for a variety of purposes and demonstrate understanding of short stories, novels, poetry, drama and nonfiction. *Oral communication skills develop an awareness and appreciation of audience, purpose and context. *Interviewing, students will study techniques used to convey meaning in visual and mass media. *Students select and create a variety of representational forms to assist in the development and expression of ideas. *This is a Provincial examinable course.

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Social Justice 12

Social Justice 12 is an elective 4-credit course. The aim of Social Justice 12 is to raise students’ awareness of social injustice, to enable them to analyze situations from a social justice perspective, and to provide them with knowledge, skills, and an ethical framework to advocate for a socially just world. A progressive, democratic country values diversity and inclusion. It also fosters caring and fair communities. Social Justice 12 promotes the pursuit of social justice as an important responsibility for all, and encourages students to develop the commitment and ability to work toward a more just society. The course includes an emphasis on action, providing opportunities for students to examine models of social change and implement strategies to address social injustice. This course builds on students’ innate sense of justice, motivating them to think and act ethically, and empowering them to realize their capacity to effect positive change in the world.

PLANNING 10 Planning 10 Prerequisite: Required Course Planning 10 is among the courses that are required to meet graduation requirements within the new Graduation Program. Through Planning 10 students explore the elements of Education and Careers, Finances, Health and the Graduation Program (course requirements, exams, focus areas and Graduation Transitions). The aim of Planning 10 is to enable students to develop the skills, knowledge and attitudes they need to become self-directed individuals who set goals, make thoughtful, decisions, and take responsibility for pursuing their goals throughout life. Specifically, Planning 10 provides opportunities for students to plan for successful learning in the Graduation Program, explore a wide-range of career and post secondary education and career options, think critically about health issues and decisions, develop financial literacy skills, and plan actions required to pursue post secondary destinations and career paths. Planning 10 provides relevant and experiential learning opportunities, helping students relate their learning in school to the demands of the working world and expectations of society. Planning 10 is an extension of the curricula for Personal Planning K to 7 and Careers and Personal Planning 8 to 9.

SCIENCE Science 10 Prerequisite: Science 9 The Science 10 curriculum covers four topics. Sustainability of Ecosystems unit examines ecosystems, biomes and the biosphere, energy flow and nutrient cycles and the impact of humans and other factors on the environment. Chemical Reactions and Radioactivity investigates atomic theory and the formation and classifications of compounds and chemical reactions, and radioactivity. Motion focuses on average velocity and changes in velocity and describing and calculating acceleration. Energy Transfer in Natural Systems looks at The Kinetic Molecular Theory, how humans and other factors affect the climate and the theory of Plate Tectonics. Success requires the student’s commitment to near perfect attendance, studying for quizzes and tests, and daily review. Evaluation consists of laboratory activities, homework and assignments, notebook organization and quizzes and tests contributing to the student’s term work (80%) and a Ministry exam (20%). *This is a provincially examinable course.

Science & Technology 11 Prerequisite: Science 10 This course may be used to satisfy the Grade 11 Science requirement for graduation. The focus of the class is to have students understand the interactive nature of science, technology and society, and to realize the costs and benefits of modern technology in a variety of fields. Through modules, students will explore a series of topics. Video segments from various sources are built into the program. The activities in this course are designed so that students learn to distinguish between fact and opinion. Evaluation is based on activities, projects and assignments. *This course can be used to satisfy Ministry graduation requirements, but cannot be used for university entrance.

Biology 11 Prerequisite: Science 10 (Recommended C+ average or better) Biology 11 is designed to help students explore the basic principles of Biology. The course begins with a study of evolutionary theory and then explores a representative sample or organisms ranging from the simplest to the complex. The students will study the diversity of life in the units of microbiology, plant and animal biology. Some organisms will be studied in detail. Students will develop basic lab skills such as animal dissection and the use of the compound microscope. Evaluation is based on lab work, assignments, quizzes, and exams.

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Biology 12 Prerequisite: Biology 11 (Recommended C+ average or better) Biology 12 is a course intended for those students who are interested in preparing themselves for post-secondary studies in the biological or health services. This course concentrates on the anatomy and physiology of the mammalian system. The topics of biochemistry, cells, and cellular processes lead to the study of the organ systems in humans. Evaluation is based on lab work, assignments, quizzes and exams. [If the optional provincial/scholarship exam is taken, school mark is 60% and the Ministry exam 40%.] Chemistry 11

Prerequisite: Science 10 and Math 10 (Recommended C+ average or better)

Chemistry 11 is an interesting and challenging course that builds on concepts and skills developed in Science 8-10. The course begins with an in-depth study of matter, the periodic table, atomic theory, and the structure of atoms and molecules. The mole concept, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, solutions and an introduction to organic chemistry are then studied in detail. As there is an emphasis on problem solving; students entering Chemistry 11 should have good Math skills.

Evaluation is based on lab work, assignments, quizzes, and exams. Chemistry 12

Prerequisite: Chemistry 11 (Recommended minimum C+ standing) (It is recommended that students take Math 12 concurrently)

This course is intended for those students who have shown an aptitude for Chemistry and plan to take Chemistry and related courses at the post-secondary level. Chemistry 12 is a problem-centered course involving more advanced concepts than Chemistry 11. The topics covered are: Reaction Kinetics, Equilibrium, Solubility of Ionic Substances, Acids, Bases and Salts, and Oxidation reduction. Evaluation is based on lab work, assignments, quizzes and exams.

[If the optional provincial/scholarship exam is taken, school mark is 60% and the Ministry exam 40%.] Earth Science 11

Prerequisite: Science 10

>Ever wonder if life exists on another planet? >What processes are responsible for the formation of gold? >How are fossils formed? >Are you prepared for the next earthquake? >Why does the surface of the Earth look the way it does, but is constantly changing?

Earth science 11 is a senior science course that satisfies the ministry’s science 11 requirement. Units include Space Science (Astronomy), Earth’s Materials (Rocks and Minerals), Geological time, Earth’s Interior (Plate Tectonics) and Exterior (Surface and Hydrosphere) processes. Evaluation is based on lab work, assignments, quizzes, tests and a final exam. Physics 11

Prerequisites: Science 10 and Math 10

Physics 11 is an introductory course with an emphasis on problem solving, data collection, and interpretation. The main topics are motion in one dimension, energy, and wave phenomenon. Physics 11 is recommended for all students who wish to pursue academic studies or career training in scientific, technical, and medical fields.

Evaluation is based on lab work, assignments, quizzes, and exams. Physics 12

Prerequisites: Physics 11 with a minimum of C+ or better standing and Math 11 with a minimum of B or better standing.

(It is recommended that Math 12 be taken concurrently or before Physics 12.) Physics 12 is recommended as a follow-up physics course suitable for students who have a particular interest in Physics or who plan to continue in science or engineering. The course covers: Vector Kinematics, Vector Dynamics Energy, Vector Momentum, Circular Motion, Gravitation, Electrostatics, Circuitry, and Electromagnetism.

Evaluation is based on lab work, assignments, quizzes and exams. [If the optional provincial/scholarship exam is taken, school mark is 60% and the Ministry exam 40%.]

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SOCIAL STUDIES

Social Studies, as defined in the BC curriculum, is a multidisciplinary subject that draws from the social sciences and humanities to study human interaction and natural and social environments. The overall goal of Social Studies is to develop thoughtful, responsible, active citizens who are able to acquire the requisite information to consider multiple perspectives and to make reasoned judgments. The curriculum provides students with opportunities as future citizens to critically reflect upon events and issues in order to examine the present, make connections with the past, and consider the future.

Social Studies 10 Prerequisite: Social Studies 9 The focus of Social Studies 10 is "Canada: Nationhood and Economic Relationships". This course covers the history of Canada from 1815 to 1914 with emphasis on Confederation and the development of the West. In addition, there will be an overview of Canada's economic activities including the relationship with the United States and other Pacific Rim countries. British Columbia's position in the Canadian economy will also be studied. Geographic knowledge and skills will be reinforced during the study of Canada's economy and history. Social Studies 11 Social Studies 11 is the final compulsory Socials course and must be successfully completed in order to graduate (unless students take First Nations 12). The course basically focuses on the history of Canada from the beginning of the twentieth century to the present. Some of the expectations for the students include:

an awareness of the regional, cultural, and ethnic diversity of Canadian society an awareness of the French/English relations a knowledge of the structure and operation of Canada’s three levels of government an understanding of Canada’s role in World War I and World War II an understanding of the major economic issues that have and continue to face Canadians a knowledge of some of the environmental issues facing Canada

At the end of the course students will be writing a Provincial exam that will be worth 20% of the final mark. BC First Nations Studies 12 Field Trips! Lively discussions! Hands on activities! BC First Nations Studies 12 is a interesting academic course designed for everyone in grade 11 or 12. Who really owns the land that makes up British Columbia? Is it First Nations people who have been here for thousands of years and never legally gave up ownership or is it the settlers who arrived 200 years ago? Should First Nations bands be able to form their own government separate from the provincial or federal government? Will private property be included in the land claims process?

How will the answer to these questions affect us all today? Learn about land claims and the treaty making process that is in progress right now between the government of Canada, British Columbia and local First Nations bands. You will also learn about First Nations art, history and cultural values.

Some potential field trips (at the teacher’s discretion) may include the provincial museum in Victoria, the UBC Museum of Anthropology, and the traditional Coast Salish sites in Mission, B.C. May be used as a Social Studies 11 credit and therefore the student must write the provincial exam. History 12 Prerequisite: SS11 - A C+ standing in Social Studies 11 is strongly recommended before entering this course. History 12 is a world history course dealing with the major events and trends between the years 1919 and 1991. Topics include: The Versailles Treaty, the Russian Revolution, the growth of Communism, the rise of Fascism and Nazism, World War II, the Cold War, decolonization, Civil Rights Movements, and the collapse of the Soviet Empire. This is a must-take course for those who want to better understand the events that are presently shaping our modern world. [If the optional provincial/scholarship exam is taken, school mark is 60% and the Ministry exam 40%.] Comparative Civilization 12 Prerequisite: SS11 Comparative Civilization 12 emphasizes the study of a broad range of cultures and civilizations from around the world to reflect the divergent backgrounds of Canada’s pluralistic society. The course will also focus on the inter-relations among art, culture, and belief systems of a variety of civilizations. The tradition and ways of life of people from selected time periods will also be examined. The course will also cover topics involving literature, technology, art, music, writing, and food from various countries. Cross cultural comparisons will be made for all civilizations covered. An independent research project is required.

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Geography 12 Prerequisite: SS11 (A C+ standing in Social Studies is strongly recommended before entering this course.) This dynamic course explores both physical and human geography under the concepts of place and location. To understand the physical world (place), the following areas will be investigated: the formation of landforms, factors affecting weather and climate erosional and weathering agents and their continual effect on earth features. The human component considers how humans effect and are affected by their environment. Areas of study include resources management: e.g. Mining, forestry and damming; as well as proactive methods for conservation and pollution control. Topical issues will be addressed and students will be expected to research and understand opposing sides of environmental and human issues before drawing conclusions. Students have the opportunity to learn about location by studying the use of (GPS) global positioning systems, topographical maps, and G.I.S. (Geographic Information System). [If the optional provincial/scholarship exam is taken, school mark is 60% and the Ministry exam 40%.]

Law 12 Citizens should know their rights and responsibilities. The legal maxim “without knowledge no right exists”, and the legal principle “ignorance of the law is no excuse”, illustrate the extent to which knowledge of the content of law is presupposed by our legal system. This is a course that will look at government, criminal law, civil law, family law, property law and other items of interest. Highlights of the course include mock parliament, a trip to the court house, guest speakers and maybe even a mock trial.

MATHEMATICS

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Apprenticeship and Workplace Mathematics

This pathway is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for entry into the majority of trades and for direct entry into the work force. Topics include algebra, geometry, measurement, number, statistics and probability.

Foundations of Mathematics

This pathway is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for post-secondary studies in programs that do not require the study of calculus. Topics include financial mathematics, geometry, measurement, number, logical reasoning, relations and functions, statistics and probability.

Pre-calculus

This pathway is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for entry into post-secondary programs that require the study of calculus. Topics include algebra and number, measurement, relations and functions, trigonometry, and permutations, combinations and binomial theorem.

The Mathematics program is designed to provide all students with the opportunity to progress in achieving their intellectual, social, human, and career goals. Students should explore course options, keeping their career objectives in mind, and what courses the will need to fulfill their goals. It is also stressed that both parents and students maintain contact with the math teacher when concerns or questions arise regarding math placement. Apprenticeship and Workplace Mathematics 10 (AWM 10) Recommended Prerequisite: Completion of Math 9 or teacher recommendation. Description: This pathway is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for entry into the majority of trades and for direct entry into the work force. Topics: Problem solving, number, algebra, geometry, and measurement. The seven mathematical processes (communication, connections, mental mathematics and estimation, problem solving, technology and visualization) are interwoven throughout the mathematical topics. Assessment: Assignments, quizzes, tests and projects Final Examination: Provincial Exam, 20% of final mark Required Equipment: Scientific Calculator (Graphing Calculator optional) Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-Calculus 10 (FMPC 10) Recommended Prerequisite: Generally, completion of Math 9 with a “C” standing or higher Description: This pathway is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for post-secondary studies. This course leads to either Foundations of Mathematics 11 or Pre-Calculus 11. Topics: Algebra and number, functions and relations, and measurement. The seven mathematical processes (communication, connections, mental mathematics and estimation, problem solving, technology and visualization) are interwoven throughout the mathematical topics. Assessment: Assignments, quizzes, tests and projects Final Examination: Provincial Exam, 20% of final mark Required Equipment: Scientific Calculator. Recommended: TI83 or TI84 Graphing Calculator Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-Calculus 10 (Honours) Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. Generally students with a standing of “B” or higher in Math 9 or Math 9H. This course has the same curriculum and learning objectives as FMPC10 but with a greater emphasis enrichment, contest preparation and problem solving skills. The goal is to enrich the student’s understanding by placing greater emphasis on critical thinking and by using technology to enhance understanding.

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Foundations of Mathematics 11 Foundations of Mathematics 11 builds on the skills acquired in Foundations and Pre-Calculus 10 and is designed for students going on to secondary programs where an academic math, but not calculus, is required. Each student must check the requirements of his or her preferred post-secondary program to ensure that Foundations of Mathematics 11 is the appropriate choice. Topics include rates and scale, geometric proofs, systems of linear equations in two variables, quadratic functions, normal distribution and standard deviation. Assessments include assignments, quizzes, tests and possibly a final exam. A graphing calculator, preferably a T183 or T184, is required. These are available for rent in September if a student chooses this option. Pre-Calculus 11 Pre-Calculus 11 builds on the skills acquired in Foundations and Pre-Calculus 10 and is particularly designed for those students going into post-secondary programs where Calculus is required. Topics include absolute value functions, radical expressions and equations, factoring polynomials, quadratic functions, linear and quadratic inequalities, arithmetic and geometric sequences, and the Sine and Cosine laws. Assessments include assignments, quizzes, tests, projects and a final exam. A graphing calculator, preferably a T183 or T184, is required. These are available for rent in September if a student chooses this option. Pre-Calculus 11 Honours Pre-Calculus 11 Honours has the same core content as Pre-Calculus 11, however extra time will be used for enrichment, to develop better problem solving skills and prepare students for mathematics concepts. This course is also the most appropriate for students that want to take AP Calculus as part of their grade 12 year. A graphing calculator, preferably a T183 or T184 is required. These are available for rent in September if a student chooses this option. Foundations of Mathematics 12 Foundations of Math 12 is intended for students who will be pursuing post secondary studies in the Arts or a subject in which Calculus will not be taken as part of the program. This course is not required for graduation but may be required for University admission depending on the faculty and program you choose. This course involves the study of puzzles, compound interest and investment portfolios, set theory, probability, polynomials, exponential, logarithmic and sinusoidal functions, as well as a research project involving current events or an area of interest that involves Mathematics. Pre-Calculus 12 This course is intended for students who will be studying Business, Science, Engineering, or other disciplines in which Calculus is a requirement. This course is not required for graduation but may be required for entry into the faculty or program you will pursue in University. It is also suggested that this course be followed up with one of our Calculus courses in order to properly prepare you for University (Calculus 12 or Advanced Placement Calculus 12). This course includes the following topics: combinatorics, binomial expansion, composite functions, transformations of graphs, exponential and logarithmic functions, polynomial factoring, radical and rational functions, trigonometry, equations and identities. Year Long Pre Calculus 12 & AP Calculus 12 This course combines Pre Calculus 12 and Advanced Placement (AP) Calculus 12 in a year long format in order to prepare students for the AP exam in May (see Pre Calculus 12 and Calculus 12 course descriptions). Students who are successful in the exam will receive advanced placement with their post secondary institution and can skip the first semester of Calculus if they choose. Calculus 12 This course is designed to prepare students for university mathematics. Topics include functions, limits, derivatives, antiderivatives and differential equations. Students who do well in this course may wish to do the University Challenge Exam. Students should have an ‘A’ or ‘B’ in Principles of Math 12 before attempting this course. Evaluation: 75% class tests and quizzes, 25% final exam

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MODERN LANGUAGES

The principal goal of our language program is to develop communications skills so that students will have the desire and ability to express themselves in real-life situations. Students should be aware that a grade 11 language course is a prerequisite for most universities. A few universities may allow a Beginner Language 11 or require a grade 12 language course. Most college programs do not require a second language.

French 10 Prerequisite: French 9 Students will continue to develop their ability in the four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. This course gives students the opportunity to use a range of useful vocabulary in oral and written form. Grammar points become more complex and the students learn how they are used as a tool to help them communicate in an effective and more sophisticated manner. In grade 10, the students study in more detail the themes of traveling in a francophone environment, employment, media, and urban folklore.

French 11 Prerequisite: French 10 Students will interact with growing confidence in French and will be able to use French resources for research. There is also an increased emphasis on reading a variety of fictional works. Grammar becomes more complex and is used as a tool to help students communicate (in speaking and writing) in an effective and more sophisticated manner. The themes encountered in grade 11 are: dining out, childhood memories, advertising, stress and challenges, and Canada. Students are learning about topics themselves as well as learning the French needed for practical communication about the topics. Successful completion of French 11 provides the minimum language requirement for most universities.

French 12 Prerequisite: French 11 This course is the culmination of the study of French language and culture at the secondary level. More complex facets of language and literature are introduced. French culture is explored in greater detail. The themes that are studied are: expressing yourself through artistic activities, travel in the francophone world, self-esteem, teen years, and the future. As in grade 11, students are learning about the topics themselves as well as learning the French needed for practical communication about the topic. [If the optional provincial/scholarship exam is taken, school mark is 60% and the Ministry exam 40%.]

Spanish 10 Prerequisite: Spanish 9 Spanish 10 expands and builds upon the material already covered in Spanish 9. Students will further develop their abilities to communicate effectively in Spanish on a number of topics. Grammar points continue to be introduced as a tool to help students communicate in an effective manner. Students continue to be introduced to the culture, traditions, and daily lives of Hispanic people. The students will encounter, through the text and video presentations, people from a variety of Spanish cultures including Spain, Mexico and Florida as well as those from other Hispanic countries.

Spanish 11 Prerequisite: Spanish 10 Students will interact with growing confidence in Spanish and will be able to use Spanish resources for research. Grammar becomes more complex to help students effectively communicate in speaking and writing. The themes include: travel preparations, the environment, past events, describing people and events, and asking for directions. Cultural themes include: nature preserves and eco-adventure activities in Costa Rica, history of the World Cup, and early and modern day Mexico. Successful completion of Spanish 11 provides the minimum language requirement for most universities.

Spanish 12 Prerequisite: Spanish 11 This course is the culmination of the study of the Spanish language and culture at the secondary level. More complex facets of language and literature are introduced. Students will encounter different aspects of Latin American life, language, history, customs and traditions from Spain, Western United States, the Dominican Republic, and Ecuador. Themes include: describing food, ordering at a restaurant and eating healthy, talking about movies and how they affect us, describing future plans, school-related issues, family relationships, and discussing environmental problems and solutions. Cultural themes include: Spanish food specialties, Chicano art and film festivals, the oldest university in the Americas, and volunteer programs in Ecuador. [If the optional provincial/scholarship exam is taken, school mark is 60% and the Ministry exam 40%.]

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LIBRARY

BA Library Science 10 Prerequisite: None / Permission of the Teacher-Librarian BA Library Science 10 is designed for grade 10 students interested in library or information related careers with an introduction to research skills, library management and organization and services. This course is designed for students interested in exploring the potential of computers in communication and electronic information retrieval.

Students will learn research skills using a variety of technologies and print media. Students will understand the steps of the research process: questioning, locating, evaluating and analysis and be able to apply this knowledge to print, non-print and electronic resources. They will learn to present information in a variety of ways. They will also understand plagiarism and how to document sources. Students will demonstrate a depth of understanding by their ability to assist library patrons. Students will be introduced to many On-line databases, CD-ROM programs, the internet, satellite, Powerpoint, interactive digital video, video and DVD technology. In addition, students will learn how to use a computer for word processing, desktop publishing and presentations, preparing data bases, using a flatbed scanner, and digital camera. Students will have opportunities to demonstrate leadership and communication skills by working with teachers and students. Students do not require previous computer or library experience to take this class, however, permission of the teacher-librarian is mandatory prior to being accepted in this course. Students must be able to work independently and possess a mature attitude. In addition, students must have an excellent attendance record.

BA Library Science 11 BA Library Science 11 is designed for grade 11 and 12 students who are interested in exploring the potential of computers in communication and electronic information retrieval. Students will learn research skills, as well as library management and organization. The class is for students interested in learning about technology and computers. Students will be introduced to many On-line databases, CD-ROM programs, the internet, satellite, Powerpoint, interactive digital video, video and DVD technology. In addition, students will learn how to use a computer for work processing, desktop publishing and presentations, preparing data bases, using a flatbed scanner, and digital camera.

This course provides students with an in depth study of library management, organization and services. Students will also learn the necessary skills to critically evaluate resources for their appropriateness. Acquisition and processing skills will be taught along with the promotion of library materials. Students will be given an opportunity to explore library or information related careers. The purpose of this course is to give students an insight into the organizational structure of libraries and at the same time to provide management and analytical skills that will be of lifelong value. Furthermore, as they assist the teacher-librarian at the circulation desk, this course provides students with an opportunity to practice work related skills in dealing with the public.

Students will understand the steps of the research process: questioning, locating, evaluating and analysis and be able to apply this knowledge to print, non-print and electronic resources. They will learn to present information in a variety of ways. They will also understand plagiarism and how to document sources. Students will demonstrate a depth of understanding by their ability to assist library patrons. Students will have opportunities to demonstrate leadership and communication skills by working with teachers and students. Students do not require previous computer or library experience to take this class, however, permission of the teacher-librarian is mandatory prior to being accepted in the course. Students must be able to work independently and possess a mature attitude. In addition, students must have an excellent attendance record.

BA Information Literacy/Library Science 12 Prerequisite: Permission of the Teacher-Librarian. Library Science 9, 10 or 11 is recommended. Library Science 12 is designed for students who are interested in the management and organization of libraries. This course will empower students with the information competency skills necessary to perform both academic and personal research using library resources, electronic databases, and the internet. Students will be guided through the process of selecting, searching, analyzing, and citing various information resources. The research process will be applied to a variety of information needs: research papers, coursework, careers, and life-long learning. This course will prepare students for college level research. Library Science 12 will provide students an opportunity to learn further about library management, organizational and service skills. Students will apply evaluative skills to select and evaluate resources for acquisition and prepare those resources for circulation. Students will execute a promotional activity of the library and/or library resources. This course will teach research strategies and skills for successfully finding, retrieving, evaluating and using information in various formats. It combines library skills, research methods, and information technology literacy.

Students who are taking Library Science 12 will investigate the many careers associated with libraries, publishing and technology. They will reflect on the competencies acquired as a result of participation in this course and investigate careers in which these skills could be used.

Students will use both Mac’s and PC’s in this class. Students will have independent projects applying skills in word processing, desktop publishing, powerpoint, data bases, flatbed scanning, and digital imagery.

Students must have the permission of the teacher-library prior to being accepted into this course.

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HOME ECONOMICS

BA Psychology 11 Prerequisite: None BA Psychology 11 presents an overall picture of the field, which is defined as the “Science of human and animal behaviour and experience.” It is an introductory survey course designed with university/college bound students in mind. The course examines developmental, physiological, and complex social psychological behaviours including

sensation/perception power of the mind learning/motivation remembering brain function mental disorders/treatment methods

This course also includes lessons and discussions about emotions and personality and how the study of Psychology can help you now and in the future. BA Psychology 12 Prerequisite: Psychology 11 Recommended BA Psychology 12 builds on the knowledge and tools gained in BA Psychology 11 and puts theories examined into practice. The primary focus of this course is to extend students’ learning about behaviour and mental processes as they relate to personality, relationships, health, and neurological and psychological disorders. There is further emphasis on the development of critical thinking skills and dialogue as applied to the study of Psychology. Highlights of the semester include:

groups and their impact on behaviour emotions and their effects on behaviour criminal behaviour and life choices neurosis/psychosis media literacy nutrition and its effects on mental health

Students enrolled in this course may be able to use their learning as a framework for further studies at the post-secondary level. Sociology 11 Prerequisite: None This course will focus on adolescent growth and development by the study of self and how we relate to others. Highlights of the semester include:

child development effective communication skills anger management stress management decision making well-being and health

This course will provide a useful stepping stone for those students who are interested in careers such as social work, nursing, teaching, youth worker, and other helping professions. Sociology 12 This is a continuation of Sociology 11 in that the course deals with both psychological and physical growth and development of adolescents, and adults. Highlights of this semester are:

interpersonal relationships love, dating and marriage effective communication skills family structure aging well being and health

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Foods and Nutrition 10 Prerequisite: None Learn how to prepare foods that are fun, fast and fantastic. Foods and Nutrition 10 students will acquire basic nutrition information and apply it to meals, snacks and basic food preparation skills. Safety and sanitation will be emphasized. Highlights of the semester include:

handmade pasta homemade ice cream & Frappuccino buffet lab: vegetables and salads vegetarianism muffins, pizza pockets and cinnamon buns burgers and fries, chicken fajitas and much more…

Foods and Nutrition are skills for life!

Foods and Nutrition 11 Prerequisite: None Learn how to prepare nutritious snacks and healthy meals for a fast paced lifestyle. This course will explore baking basics, advanced yeastbreads, nutrition, meats and alternatives, safety and sanitation and full meal preparation. Highlights of the Semester include:

loaf of bread and cinnamon buns, and braided apple strudel handmade pastas-lasagna rice buffets design and decorate your own cakes author a children’s nutrition book or game experiment to explore the “Why’s” of baking and food preparation

This course has a practical orientation to give the students skills needed for life.

Foods and Nutrition 12 Prerequisite: None Beyond the Basics! Foods and Nutrition 12 is for the gourmet in you! Select many of your own food preferences. Develop your skills in planning, preparing and presenting foods. This course emphasizes cultural foods, healthy lifestyles and consumer-wise shopping strategies. Highlights of the Semester include:

restaurant and menu planning advanced baking – yeastbreads, Danish pastries and jelly rolls multicultural studies of various ethnic cuisines – buffets sushi and handmade pastas – lasagna fondue & flambé nutrition and special diets

Foods and Nutrition 12 will prepare you for life beyond Grade 12, a career in Food Studies, Nutrition, Chef, Cook, Teacher.

BA Food Art 11 Prerequisite: None BA Food Art 11 is the best of two disciplines: food & art. This course explores food as a medium for artistic presentations. Highlights of the semester include:

elements and principles of design placements, portfolios and apron painting cookie candle making gift baskets from the kitchen dough sculptures and bread bead designs pastries – pies and choux swans full meal presentations with an eye for plating and garnishing cake decorating party planning – beverages & snacks

Impress your guests with your food designs. Food Art 11 is food, fun and creative.

Textiles 10 Prerequisite: None Interested in exploring the world of fashion design or sewing your own clothes. Join us and learn new skills and techniques. Highlights of the semester include:

sewing with tricky fabrics (stretch knit, corduroy or satin) make your own blue jeans, jacket or skirt learn to use: sewing machines, sergers & embroidery machines increase your knowledge of fashion design

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Textiles & Crafts 10 Prerequisite: None Increase your knowledge and skills in creating craft projects. Projects will be determined based on the interests of the participants and the background of the instructor.

Textiles 11 Awaken your creativity! Feel the pride of accomplishment of your unique and personalized design. Dazzle your friends with your awesome outfit. Model it in our Johnston Heights Secondary School Spring Fashion Show. Basic sewing skills are an asset, but are not mandatory. You will also learn more advanced sewing techniques and more difficult commercial patters as used in the industry. Study figure shape analysis, colour and design, styles, features, and history. Student will supply fabric, patterns and notions. Skills learned may open windows to possible careers in fashion marketing. Merchandising and entrepreneurial design as well as to everyday living.

Textiles 12 Sew, Sew, Sew – Highlights of the semester include:

make many garments of your choice design your own fall or spring line of clothing special skills, techniques and equipment will be used

BA Fashion Design & Pattern Making 11 Tailor a suit and prepare for a career in fashion and design. Commercial patterns will be used. Good sewing skills needed to complete this program.

BA Fashion Design Tailoring 12 Learn design theory and design all the garments you make. Flat pattern design, making your own sloper and draping a garment will all be covered.

Tourism 11 Prerequisite: None Tourism 11 provides an overview of the tourism industry and its economic importance to BC. Students will learn about

1. Communication skills applicable to the service industry 2. Skills for utilizing travel packages 3. Accommodation facilities 4. Travel insurance 5. Transportation schedules 6. Food and Beverage Sectors 7. Events and Conferences 8. Destination Development 9. Tour Guiding 10. Cruising

This project-based course also allows students to receive two employer recognized certificates: Superhost and Serving it Right. A fun course for the traveller in all of us.

Tourism 12 Prerequisite: None Tourism 12 continues to offer students insight into their own culture as well as those of others. It studies the tourism industry as it relates to Canada and the World. Students will continue to learn about:

1. Communication skills applicable to the service industry 2. Travel packages , World Travel and Documentation needed for International Travel 3. Accommodation Sectors 4. Transportation Sectors 5. Food and Beverage Sectors 6. Events and Conferences and Promotions 7. Destination Development and Tours and Charters 8. Tour Operating and Administration 9. Cruising 10. Careers in Tourism

Students will continue project based work and will have the opportunity to receive four employer recognized certificates: SuperHost Japanese Service Expectations, SuperHost Customers with Disabilities, SuperHost Customers Across Cultures and Serving it Right.

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COOK TRAINING

Cafeteria Training 11 Cafeteria Training 11 focuses on quantity food preparation and service. Students develop the skills necessary for commercial food preparation as they participate in activities related to receiving, storing, and presenting nutritious foods. Students also have opportunities to develop attitudes required by food-service professionals and to practice customer service. Students consider their own and their customer’s safety while handling equipment and supplies, managing the working environment, and preventing food-borne illnesses. As they experience the creative preparation and presentation of food, they build an awareness of its social and cultural significance. Students also gain a basic understanding of the economics of operating a food-related enterprise, including purchasing, cost accounting and portion control. Cafeteria Training 12 Prerequisite: Cafeteria Training 11 Cafeteria Training 12 is a continuation of Cafeteria Training 11, but with a different theory component. All students are marked on practical and theory knowledge and a major term project.

Students of Cafeteria Training 11 and 12 can apply their skills in their homes as well as in public food-service facilities. They often choose to use their training to secure entry-level employment in the growing hospitality industry or to pursue careers in the food industry. Culinary Training 11 Prerequisite: Cafeteria Training 11 and 12 This course builds on the knowledge base and skills developed in Cafeteria 11 and 12. Students will continue to work with a variety of food products and engage in special projects such as catering, special events and participating in food competitions. Students will also be introduced to aesthetics, presentation and marketing of food products. In addition, students will continue to build practical and fine motor skills understanding the ergonomics of the kitchen and the efficient use of movement in the workplace. Culinary Training 12 Prerequisite: Cafeteria Training 11 and 12, Culinary Training 11 This is an advanced course designed for those students who have completed Cafeteria 11 and 12, Culinary Training 11 and have a strong interest in the food industry. The course will focus on advanced techniques in food study and preparation with an emphasis on careers in the foods and hospitality industries. There will be a leadership role expected from students.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Physical Education 10 The goal of the Physical Education program is to instill an appreciation for an active, healthy lifestyle. The program will provide students the opportunity to:

1) Participate in and experience a variety of performance and leisure activities. 2) Develop positive attitudes towards physical activities. 3) Be able to develop positive personal and social behaviours, and to work cooperatively in group activities. 4) Acquire skills and knowledge necessary to develop an active and healthy lifestyle.

Activities: Include individual and dual activities, team games and dance. Examples of activities include: badminton, pickleball, weight training, basketball, softball, soccer, football, volleyball, field hockey, line & square dancing, lacrosse, ball rhythmics, minor games and floor hockey. Evaluation: Physical Education students will be evaluated in the following 3 areas:

1) Movement and Active Living-sport skills. 2) Cognitive Development - principles and concepts; rules and strategies. 3) Personal & Social Responsibility-student's attitude, participation and cooperation.

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Physical Education 11/12 (Girls) Prerequisite: Physical Education 10 The Physical Education 11/12 (Girls) course is an elective course that is open to Grade 11 & 12 female students. The objectives for students are: 1. To participate and develop skills in a variety of athletic and recreational activities. 2. To value physical activity as a necessary part of an active, healthy lifestyle. 3. To be aware of community resources available for physical and recreational activities.

Course Content: * Performance-Oriented Activities: Team and individual games and physical fitness. * Leisure-Oriented Activities: Activities may include golf, cycling, skiing, racquetball, bowling, pool, hiking,

curling, windsurfing, rock climbing, dance, swimming, roller-skating, aerobics and skating. * Active Health: These activities will provide opportunities to acquire skills and knowledge necessary to develop an

active and healthy lifestyle. Activities may include: aerobics, fitness testing and assignments. * Personal Development: These activities will provide opportunities to understand and appreciate the nature of

leadership.

A variety of assessment methods may be used when evaluating students. Examples include: Participation records, checklists, self-assessment tools, journal writing, examination, skill testing, projects, goal setting exercises, etc. Physical Education 11 Prerequisite: Physical Education 10 The Physical Education 11 course is an elective course that is open to Grade 11 students. The objectives for students are:

1. To participate in and develop skills in a variety of athletic and recreational activities. 2. To value physical activity as a necessary part of an active, healthy lifestyle. 3. To be aware of community resources available for physical and recreational activities. 4. To demonstrate responsibility by fulfilling leadership requirements.

Course Content: * Performance-Oriented Activities: Team and individual games and physical fitness. * Leisure-Oriented Activities: Activities may include golf, cycling, skiing, racquetball, bowling, pool, hiking, curling,

windsurfing, rock climbing, dance, swimming, roller-skating, aerobics and skating. * Active Health: These activities will provide opportunities to acquire skills and knowledge necessary to develop an

active and healthy lifestyle. Activities may include: aerobics, fitness testing and assignments. * Personal Development: These activities will provide opportunities to understand and appreciate the nature of

leadership. * Heart Saver/Emergency Level First Aid * Service Hours: Students are required to complete 5-10 hours of volunteer service to receive credit for the course.

These hours are compulsory. Activities which qualify include: * Officiating * intramurals * team manager * field preparation * team trainer * scorekeepers / timers

A variety of assessment methods may be used when evaluating students. Examples include: Participation records, checklists, self-assessment tools, journal writing, examination, skill testing, essay writing, projects, goal setting exercises, service hours, etc. BA Super Fit 11 Super Fit 11 will focus entirely on cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength and endurance, and flexibility. The course will provide students with an opportunity to utilize their previously learned health and fitness information in a practical setting. This knowledge teamed with in-depth instruction and practical experiences will allow students to achieve personal fitness improvement and cognitive training applications. Units: Elements of Physical Fitness; Anyatomy, Physiology, & Nutrition; Aerobic & Flexibility; Muscular Strength & Endurance Training. BA Super Fit 12 Successful students will have exposure to knowledge, life-long skills and the commitment necessary to ensure long-term health maintenance. Leadership development, health-related career and business opportunities will be studied in terms of job potential in and outside of our community. Units: Fitness Evaluation, Cardiovascular Training & Program Development, Strength Training & Program Development, and Lifestyle Analysis.

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Physical Education 12 The Physical Education 12 course is an elective course that is open to Grade 12 students. The objectives for students are:

1. To participate in and develop skills in a variety of athletic and recreational activities. 2. To value physical activity as a necessary part of an active, healthy lifestyle. 3. To be aware of community resources available for physical and recreational activities. 4. To demonstrate responsibility by fulfilling leadership requirements.

Course Content: * Performance-Oriented Activities: Team and individual games and physical fitness. * Leisure-Oriented Activities: Activities may include golf, cycling, skiing, racquetball, bowling, pool, hiking, curling,

windsurfing, rock climbing, dance, swimming, roller-skating, aerobics and skating. * Active Health: These activities will provide opportunities to acquire skills and knowledge necessary to develop

an active and healthy lifestyle. Activities may include: aerobics, fitness testing and assignments. * Personal Development: These activities will provide opportunities to understand and appreciate the nature of

leadership and certification. Throughout this course you will be receiving and compiling information for a notebook. This must be handed in to complete the personal development section.

* CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation Certification) * Service Hours: Students are required to complete 10 – 15 hours of volunteer service to receive credit for the

course. These hours are compulsory. Activities which qualify include: *officiating *team manager *team trainer *intramurals *scorekeepers / timers *field preparation A variety of assessment methods may be used when evaluating students. Examples may include: participation, records, checklists, self-assessment tools, journal writing, examination, skill testing, essay writing, projects, goal setting exercises, service hours, etc.

TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION

Technology Education 10: Electronics Prerequisite: None Recommended: Technology Electronics 9 This course is an advancement of Electronics Technology 9. Students will be introduced to more sophisticated problem solving and trouble-shooting techniques, with an introduction to digital electronics. A wide variety of projects are available to the student.

Technology Education 10: Drafting & Design Prerequisite: None Students continue to develop the drafting skills they acquired in Drafting 9, (if taken previously). Mechanical and architectural drafting are covered using board drawing and AutoCAD. A greater emphasis will be placed upon the use of drafting skills in the areas of modeling and problem solving. Students will also use the shop facilities to construct a scale model of their project.

Technology Education 10: Woodwork Prerequisite: None, Recommended Wood Technology 9 or Woodcraft 9 This course encourages students to expand their skills, design/problem solving ability and knowledge of wood and wood related machinery. Individual design and fabrication of projects is emphasized.

BA Woodcraft 10 Woodcraft 10 provides students with the opportunity to explore the artistic, craft, cultural, and historic aspects of woodworking. Whereas most woodworking courses focus on the structural and practical uses of wood, woodcraft examines the creative, artistic expressions of this universal medium. Through lectures, demonstrations, media, and guest artisans, students will participate in a hands-on artistic approach to woodworking. In addition, students will be introduced to the safe use of hand and powertools, and learn the environmental, historical, and cultural connections to woodcrafts around the world. Furthermore, students will be exposed to a variety of woodcraft techniques so that they can acquire the skills and knowledge to express their own ideas in this medium. This 4-credit course can lead to higher-level courses, possible vocational areas, or creative hobbies.

BA Woodcraft 11 (Woodcarving) Woodcarving 11/12 provides students with the opportunity to explore the artistic, craft, cultural, and historic aspects of woodworking. Whereas most woodworking courses focus on the structural and practical uses of wood, woodcraft examines the creative, artistic expressions of this universal medium. Through lectures, demonstrations, media, and guest artisans, students will participate in a hands-on artistic approach to

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woodworking. In addition, students will be introduced to the safe use of hand and powertools, and learn the environmental, historical, and cultural connections to woodcrafts around the world. Furthermore, students will be exposed to a variety of woodcraft techniques so that they can acquire the skills and knowledge to express their own ideas in this medium. This 4-credit course can lead to higher level courses such as Ministry Course Wood Products 12 and possible vocational and artistic areas, or creative hobbies.

Electronics 11 Prerequisite: None Students will investigate the various electronic components and their uses through a combination of lectures and demonstrations, labs and hands-on projects. The areas of focus will include a blending of safety, use and care of tools and equipment, circuit theory as it applies to DC, AC Analog and Digital Circuits or Systems. Students will be able to interpret electronic laws and demonstrate good workmanship in the construction of projects.

Electronics 12 Prerequisite: Electronics 11 This advanced course will explore further, the workings of electronic systems, with digital electronics being the central component. Students will improve their ability to read schematic diagrams, design and develop printed circuit boards, assemble, and test, teacher/student selected projects.

Drafting and Design 11 Prerequisite: None The Drafting and Design program allows students to experience the most up to data software that is currently being used in industry. The course is a modular course and all students will undertake three compulsory disciplines: 1) Traditional Drafting using drawing instruments 2) The use of AutoCAD 2009 software which allows students to design, visualize, and document ideas clearly and efficiently. The program is a powerful 3D modeling tool with robust documentation and visualization tools. The software provides the power and flexibility to work more productively from concept through completion 3) Design projects which will enable students to work through the Design Process to design and manufacture artifacts. The projects will be realised through the use of the school workshops and will necessitate the correct and safe usage of tools and machinery Students will also choose one of the following modules: 1) Explore the use of Autodesk Inventor 3D mechanical design software which provides a comprehensive set of 3D mechanical CAD tools for producing, validating, and documenting complete digital prototypes. The Inventor model is a 3D digital prototype that helps users visualize, simulate, and analyze how a design will work under real-world conditions before a product or part is ever built 2) Revit Architecture building design software which is purpose-built for building information modeling (BIM), key for sustainable design. When design changes are made a change it is automatically coordinated throughout the project and designs and documentation stay consistent and complete 3) Stunning 3D animations can be produced with Autodesk 3ds Max software. This full-featured 3D modeling, animation, rendering, and effects solution is used to produce top-selling games and award-winning film and video content. Those looking to quickly and efficiently generate convincing characters, seamless CG effects, or jaw-dropping games will want to explore this latest release of the software.

Drafting and Design 12 Prerequisite: Drafting and Design 11 The main objective of this course is to offer an advanced set of skills and knowledge that will provide valuable over a lifetime as well as opening doors to a variety of career options. The areas of focus will include a blending of conventional board drawing, measurement, and a variety of software applications, primarily AutoCAD with a further emphasis on architectural and mechanical drawings. Students will apply the acquired skills in the design and drawing of teacher/student selected projects which could serve a portfolio for post-secondary entrance or to career exploration. Scale models may also be created.

BA Art Metal 10: Jewellery Making Prerequisite: None This course has been developed to support and encourage students to explore the wide array of metalworking techniques used in Art Metal. Students learn to use the metalworking equipment as they follow the steps in creating Art Metal and Jewellery projects of personal interest. Units will include Shop Safety, Jewellery Design, Personal and Project Management, Tools and Equipment, Cutting Processes, and Forming and Joining Processes.

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Metal Fabrication & Machining 11 (Includes Art Metal) Prerequisite for Metal Fabrication & Machining 12: (Assessment: Approx 50% Theory, 50% practice) The objective of this course is to develop safe work habits as students learn about structural design and fabrication using metal; and to look at how this technology relates to self and society. Grade 12 students will take their skills to a higher level as they explore more sophisticated fabrication and machining tasks. There is a high demand for skilled works in trades and technologies! Areas to be explored include: types of metals and their uses; measurement systems; drafting and task planning; precision measuring techniques; cutting, fastening and threading systems; all types of gas and electric welding and cutting; various methods of machining; history, purpose and skills for aluminum casting; lost wax casting. Practical application of the above through exercises, discussions, videos, quizzes, labs and projects. Assessment includes a high degree of student input using criterion based reference. Expectations: Be responsible for tools, equipment and projects; come each day, on time, prepared: (eg. required notes, notebook, pencil, eraser); and to work responsibly and safely.

Metal Fabrication & Machining 12 (Includes Art Metal) Students will further develop metal work and jewellery making skills and techniques.

Metal Fabrication: Art Metal & Jewellery 12 Students will specialize in personally designed jewellery projects along with their related skills and techniques. The emphasis will be on high quality jewellery projects and students will be making individually designed pieces. Precious metals will be explored and used in this course.

Carpentry and Joinery 11 Prerequisite: None The main objective of this course is to offer a combination of knowledge and “hands-on” skills that will prove valuable over a lifetime as well as opening doors to a variety of career options. The areas of focus will include a blending of safety, measurement, theory, tools and equipment, and materials and processes with an emphasis on the fabrication of wood related products. Students will apply the acquired skills in the design and construction of teacher/student selected projects.

Carpentry and Joinery 12 Prerequisite: Carpentry & Joinery 11 The main objective of this course is to offer an advanced combination of knowledge and “hands-on” skills that will build on previous experience in woodwork. The area so focus will include a blending of safety, measurement, theory, tools and equipment, and materials and processes with an emphasis on the fabrication of wood related products. Students will apply the acquired skills in the design and construction of advanced teacher/student selected projects. Post-secondary and career options are explored in the related subject areas.

Technology Education 10: Mechanics Prerequisite: None This course provides the basic knowledge of the development and transmission of power and energy as applied to common mechanical devices. External and Internal combustion engines will be studied. Two and four cycle motors will be used to demonstrate operation, maintenance and overhauling concepts. Students will also be involved in problem solving activities and projects associated with a variety of energy and power studies. This course is open to students in grades 10 and 11.

Automotive Technology 11/12 Prerequisite for Automotive Technology 11: Automotive Technology 12 This course is excellent for the ‘do it yourselfer’ but is designed for students interested in ‘trades’ related careers. Professionalism is the goal. Good trades people make good money! Grade 12 students will attain more experience and are expected to take their learning to a higher level from grade 11. Objective is to initiate or enhance student’s knowledge, understanding and skills relating to automobiles, related industries and trades; and to initiate an appreciation and understanding of the implications regarding the use of automobiles. There is a high demand for skilled workers in trades and technologies! Areas to be explored include: careers, tools, safety, healthy work practices; emerging and alternative energy systems and their impact on society; how to access and apply information; engine types; serviced and inspection procedures; application of fasteners and fittings; recycling procedures; wheel and tire inspection, rotation, repair, mounting and balancing; automotive systems; test industries; preventative maintenance; brake systems; general electricity, batteries, charging, starting, ignition and electrical systems; fuel systems; and emission systems. Practical work will be as extensive as possible. Students are encouraged to propose projects which relate to their interests, needs and abilities. There can be no set curriculum for practical work due to the variety of vehicle problems we encounter. However students who spend time working in an automotive shops, ‘turning wrenches’ and problem solving, will become good at their chosen trade.

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Assessment: (approx. 50% Theory, 50% Practical) – Students will demonstrate understanding of the concepts involved through written exercises, quizzes, discussions, safe work habits, and practical application. Assessment includes a high degree of student input using criterion based reference. Expectations: Be responsible for tools, equipment and projects; come each day, on time, prepared: (eg. required notes, notebook, pencil, eraser); and to work responsibly and safely.

BUSINESS EDUCATION & INFO TECHNOLOGY

Information Technology 10 Keyboarding Whatever you want to be, from web designer to CEO, keyboarding is an essential lifelong skill. Practical and fun, this course offers students an opportunity to learn how to touch type or improve their keyboarding skills. After taking this course, students will be able to type all their assignments more quickly and use their computers more efficiently. The purpose of this course is to develop keyboarding proficiency as a personal life skill and as a foundation for career development. The course is designed to improve keyboarding, formatting, proofreading and editing skills.

Research has shown that keyboarding increases performance in reading, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and creative writing; as a result, keyboarding is a communication skill essential in today’s technology-oriented society. Students will refine the foundation skills for using word processing and on-line (the net) resources for accessing, organizing and presenting information in order to develop the technology literacy demanded in the work place. Students will be introduced to personal and business applications and be encouraged to use their keyboarding skills in other curricular areas. This course is open to students in grades 9 through 12.

Information Technology 10 Web Design This course is open to students in both grades 10 who wish to develop a strong foundation in information technology and want to learn the skills necessary to thrive in the dynamic environment of constantly changing technologies.

Information Technology 10 is a project-based class that will also introduce students to a variety of computer and web-based programs including word processing, desktop publishing, power point, spreadsheets, databases, multi-media and web design programs.

Business Education 10 General In a fun and interactive way, with lots of projects and use of the internet learn why stock markets go up and downplay the investment game! Discover why precious metals prices fluctuate and discover how taxes impact you, the consumer and your parent’s business. Protect yourself against rising prices – learn to manage your finances!

Business Education 10 covers business communications, finance, economics, marketing and entre-preneurship. Understand the effects of competition in the marketplace – Pepsi versus Coke! Learn about the changing nature of marketing—Internet shopping versus store retailers! Develop entrepreneurial skills through simulation exercises –design your own business plan! Students will examine a range of topics including studying the value of currency and investments over time – become a millionaire by age 30! Evaluate the marketing mix for a variety of products –design your own product!

Graphic Design 10 (BA Yearbook 10) This course will provide an introduction to Microsoft Publisher, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator. Through the use of this software and the study of some basic principals and elements of design, students will learn the basics of creating and producing a variety of fun and professional looking documents including calendars, brochures, CD covers, flyers, magazine covers, yearbook pages and more. Serving as an introduction to the more in depth courses in Graphic Design 11 and 12, this class will help to spark imagination, innovation, creativity and critical thinking.

YBGD12: BA Yearbook 12 & Graphic Design 12 (BA Desktop Publishing 12) YBGD12 is a year long course that includes BA Yearbook 12 & Graphic Design 12 (BA Desktop Publishing 12). Please see BA Yearbook 12 course information as follows and then Graphic Design 12 (BA Desktop Publishing 12) as outlined further below.

BA Yearbook 12 Prerequisite: Graphic Design 11, OR a demonstrable knowledge of IndesignCS2 or Photoshop. Yearbook 12 is designed specifically for a limited number of students who have demonstrated a thorough knowledge of either InDesign CS2 or Photoshop CS2. Priority will be given to students who have taken Graphic Design 11. Students who sign up for this course must show they have the ability to take responsibility and work independently. A major course project will ultimately result in the creation and production of the school’s yearbook. This course could result in 8, instead of 4, course credits. See Ms. Lambe in 4FP for addition information.

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Graphic Design 11 (BA Desktop Publishing 11) Prerequisite: None Discover the ease of bringing together text and graphics in this hands-on, project oriented course. Using the latest in industry software, Indesign CS2, you will learn to create professional looking documents and discover how to set up “publisher” ready pages. Learn how to insert and edit images that will enhance all of your school projects and portfolio documents. Explore all of these features while creating multi-page brochures and flyers, newsletters, CD covers, advertisements, concert announcements, book covers and advertising pages. This course can lead to Yearbook 12, the class where the school yearbook is prepared. This course is open to students in both grade 11 or 12.

Graphic Design 12 (BA Desktop Publishing 12) Prerequisite: None Enter the exciting world of Photoshop CS2. Have you ever wanted to take an ordinary picture and turn it into an exciting out-of-this world photograph? Then, this is the course for you! Start by learning the basics of Photoshop design and manipulation. Applying advanced design techniques and using classroom scanners and personal and professional photographs develop a variety of exciting applications including CD covers, concert flyers, magazine advertisements, calendar designs and many, many more creative applications.

Business Computer Application 11 This course will prepare students to make use of the applications available in MS Office. We will develop techniques for planning, organizing, selecting and presenting information in business. Students will acquire advanced skills and techniques using material from other media sources such as YouTube to enhance the management and distribution of information. Skills acquired will prepare students to create documents in the format required by universities, colleges and senior high school courses. Emphasis will focus on a “hands on” practice of the listed Learning Outcomes for each application.

Business Information Management 12 This course will prepare students to make use of the applications available in MS Office. We will develop techniques for planning, organizing, selecting and presenting information in business. Students will acquire advanced skills and techniques using material from other media sources such as YouTube to enhance the management and distribution of information. Skills acquired will prepare students to create documents in the format required by universities, colleges and senior high school courses. Emphasis will focus on a “hands on” practice of the listed Learning Outcomes for each application. Students in this steam may choose to focus on two specific areas of Data Management: spreadsheet management using Excel and database to present data in different formats such as charts and queries; using Access to accomplish sorts, queries and problem solving reports.

Data Management 12 This is an in-depth business technology course aimed at improving proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation software. Students will analyze a variety of business situations to determine the appropriate software to solve business problems.

Students will research business topics on the internet and present the findings using presentation slide shows. Students will have the opportunity to create spreadsheets and databases which can be manipulated with searches, sorts and queries to produce problem-solving reports.

Marketing 11 Using a project approach this fun and creative business course presents basic marketing concepts by focusing on the most exciting topics in marketing today. Units on advertising, sales promotion, packaging and labelling, marketing research techniques and selling strategies will form the basis of this project-oriented course. Learn what advertisers and marketers don’t want you to know!

Marketing 12 Prerequisite: Marketing 11 This business course builds on essential marketing concepts by focusing on the promotional element of the marketing mix. It introduces marketing communication strategy, examines the effective use and design of advertising, window display and product display techniques. Other topics include the design and use of slogans and jingles, market segmentation, ethics, product strategies, store design and pricing. This is very much a project-oriented business course.

Entrepreneurship 12 Prerequisite: None This project oriented course will be your introduction to the world of selling, advertising, and business ownership. Small business is the driving force behind Canada’s economy. However, many businesses fail in their first year of operation. The content of this course will introduce you to the organizational and

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management skills necessary to function effectively in a business environment. In groups and individually, you will use the Internet and other resources to explore entrepreneurial concepts, business plan components, business plan operations, teamwork and networking. Within a team, you will plan, research, develop and run a small business enterprise. Integral to effective business management are well-developed compositional and interpersonal skills. Development of these skills will be incorporated throughout this course.

Accounting 11 Prerequisite: None Don’t wait until college, university or a financial crisis to study accounting! A secondary school credit in accounting will give you a strong head start for any future studies or for managing your own finances. Accounting 11 leads to Accounting 12 where industry standard Simply Accounting applications are studied. The basic course covers the full accounting cycle for individuals with little or no accounting background. Topics include an introduction to accounting theory; traditional record keeping procedures; the accounting cycle; special journals; cash; investments and receivables.

Accounting 12 Prerequisite: Accounting 11 strongly recommended Using the accounting skills learned in Accounting 11 students will concentrate on developing a working knowledge of Simply Accounting Software by completing numerous accounting simulations.

ICT: Computer Programming 11 Prerequisite: Info Tech 9/10 This is a course for students with a strong interest in computer programming and is a prerequisite for Info Tech 12 (Computer Science 12). Students will learn intermediate skills in problem solving, program design, and structured programming using the program language PASCAL.

ICT: Computer Programming 12 Prerequisite: ICT: Computer Programming 11 Computer Programming 12 is designed primarily for students who are interested in computer programming and who plan to continue or to begin a study of computer science, math, chemistry, physics or other sciences after graduation. This course builds on the concepts of programming in Computer Programming 11 to include advanced techniques of programming in C++ and system analysis. Students will be required to write numerous individual programs employing these advanced techniques. To emphasize the cooperative nature of software development, a group project will be undertaken.

AP Computer Science A 12 (Applied Skill Credit) Computer Science A emphasizes object-oriented programming methodology with an emphasis on problem solving and algorithm development and is meant to be the equivalent of a first-semester course in computer science.

THEATRE

Drama 10: Theatre Performance Prerequisite: None Curious, creative and dynamic students will enjoy the fun and challenge of Drama 10. As students develop their imagination through play-building, improvisation and theatre sports, they also learn to work together on team projects, performed live or on film, such as radio plays, newscasts and commercials. Students expand their acting skills, including character development and stage presence, through physical action, voice work, scripted contemporary monologues and short scenes. Evaluation is based on daily attitude, participation and commitment, with set criteria made clear for each project. As they explore the fulfilling and complex art form of theatre, students will develop creativity and self-confidence, and will enjoy the rewards of team success as they work together towards the realization of a final product.

Theatre Performance 11: Acting Theatre Performance 11: Acting is dedicated to the study of the art of stage acting. The main focus will be on the creation of character, incorporating voice projection and stage presence with subtext and stage business. Through scripted and original work, students will develop and improve their communication skills, self-confidence and teamwork abilities along with their performance skills. Most performances will be done in- class in front of an invited audience. Student actors will also work closely in a creative relationship with student directors towards producing both scripted and original one-act plays, which will be performed as part of the New Heights Theatre and Film Festival.

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Theatre Performance 12: Acting Recommended: Theatre Performance 11: Acting Theatre Performance 12: Acting is an in-depth exploration of the art of stage acting, building on the concepts explored in Acting 11. Students will be involved in theatre projects centered on the creation of complex characters, demonstrating both depth of intellect and a mature emotional tone. A further focus will be developing an understanding of the main periods in the history of theatre and the literature that supported them, as well as gaining knowledge of Canadian theatre and its implications in modern culture. Through scripted and original work, students will develop and improve their communication skills, self-confidence and teamwork abilities along with their performance skills. Most performances will be done in-class in front of an invited audience. Student actors will also work closely in a creative relationship with student directors towards producing both scripted and original one-act plays, which will be performed as part of the New Heights Theatre and Film Festival.

Theatre Performance 11: Directing & Script Development Theatre Performance 11: Directing & Script Development will both initiate students to the art of stage directing and give them several opportunities to write and develop original scripts for performance, including short scenes, monologues and one-act plays. Through hands-on projects, the basic concepts of stage direction will be explored, from blocking and other aspects of stage business to the various methods of staging a play. In addition, students will be encouraged to explore the development of themes, ideas or concepts, both in their writing and in directing scripted work. Student directors will work in collaboration with student actors to create and write original pieces, which will be performed during the New Heights Theatre and Film Festival. Most performances will be done in-class in front of an invited audience.

Theatre Performance 12: Directing & Script Development Recommended: Theatre Performance 11: Directing & Script Development Theatre Performance 12: Directing & Script Development furthers the development of stage directors started in grade 11. Leadership skills are the focus of this course, and students will have the opportunity to apply their abilities in communication, organization, time management and problem solving through hands-on theatre production work. In addition, it is expected that students will continue to explore their own voice and to express their artistic identity through writing original scripts, as well as polishing their directing skills during in-class performance projects. Students will develop their own artistic styles and produce several scripted and original theatre pieces to be performed by student actors during the New Heights Theatre and File Festival.

JH Theatre Company Honours: Theatre Performance: Acting 12 Honours & Theatre Production 12 Honours Theatre Company Honours is an eight credit theatre intensive course offered during semester 2 to dedicated students interested in an in-depth study of Theatre. TC Honours is a practical program, where your creativity will be stimulated by the exploration of theatre as an intercultural and multi-art form medium. Through the study of the relationship between production and performance, students will gain the critical skills essential to become an articulate actor and theatre practitioner. The program enables students to develop their artistic and intellectual foundations leading to post-secondary education. This program involves production work and provides everyone with a range of exciting and interesting projects on stage or backstage. In this course, students will study the following five main areas which are theatre design, story development, scenography, performance, and multimedia.

Drama 10: Theatre Production Prerequisite: None Drama 10: Theatre Production is a hands-on course designed to expose students in a practical way to the many components of backstage and pre-production work that go into the successful realization of a theatre performance. These include an introductory exploration and analysis of theatre design, followed by the specific application of technical skills in sets, props, costumes, hair & make-up, lighting, sound and special effects. Students will work together as a team on a variety of projects, and follow their work through from original idea to final product. The work accomplished in this course will be in direct support of Johnston Heights Theatre Company productions. Some of the work for this course may need to be done after school.

Theatre Production 11 Theatre Production 11 is a hands-on course designed to expose students in a practical way to the many components of backstage and pre-production work that go into the successful realization of a theatre performance. These include an introductory exploration and analysis of theatre design, followed by the specific application of technical skills in sets, props, costumes, hair and makeup, lighting, sound, and special effects. Students will work together as a team on a variety of projects, and follow their work through from original idea to final product. The work accomplished in this course will be in direct support of a Johnston Heights Theatre Company mainstage production. Some of the work for this course may need to be done after school.

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Theatre Production 12: Theatre Management Recommended: Theatre Production 11 Theatre Production 12: Theatre Management will interest both students with a passion for the business of the theatre and those who are interested in experiencing the day-to-day management of a dynamic and multi-faceted organization. This hands-on course gives responsible, committed, enthusiastic and team-oriented students in –depth exposure to theatre production, with a specific emphasis on 3 major theatre management areas. Production Management involves the practical application of budgeting and scheduling, along with running publicity campaigns. House Management will see students organizing cast pictures, setting up the production display, running the box office and managing the work of ushers. Finally, Stage Management requires strong organizational and communication skills as students assist in running rehearsals, cueing actors and technical crew members, and keeping the prompt book. Some of the work for this course may need to be done after school. Theatre Production 12: Technical Theatre Recommended: Theatre Production 11 Theatre Production 12: Technical Theatre provides an overview of the work done by all 6 technical departments needed in the complex process of staging a mainstage theatre production. Students forming part of the production team will focus their attention mainly towards specific hands-on projects from at least 3 of the following technical departments: lighting, sound, set construction and painting, costumes, hair and makeup, and props. In addition, students will learn about technical direction, which involves overseeing the work of the technical crew, scheduling and leading technical rehearsals, and acquiring, updating and running technical materials and equipment. The work accomplished in this class will be in direct support of the realization of a Johnston Heights Theatre Company mainstage production. Some of the work for this course may need to be done after school. BA Theatre Company 11A Required: Teacher Permission BA Theatre Company 11A is a dynamic after-school class based on the model of a professional theatre company, and produces a full and varied season of theatre each year. It includes acting, writing, directing, design, technical, backstage and managerial aspects, and permits students an opportunity to showcase their talents and abilities and develop their skills in a variety of areas. JHTC’s structure relies on 4 core values: teamwork, enthusiasm, commitment, and excellence. Students work as a team to produce mainstage and studio productions for performance before an audience in one of Johnston Heights’ fully equipped theatre spaces. Students must show involvement in and dedication to the JH Theatre and Film Program. BA Theatre Company 12A Required: Teacher Permission BA Theatre Company 12A is a dynamic after-school class based on the model of a professional theatre company, and produces a full and varied season of theatre each year. It includes acting, writing, directing, design, technical, backstage and managerial aspects, and permits students an opportunity to showcase their talents and abilities and develop their skills in a variety of areas. JHTC’s structure relies on 4 core values: teamwork, enthusiasm, commitment, and excellence. Students work as a team to produce mainstage and studio productions for performance before an audience in one of Johnston Heights’ fully equipped theatre spaces. Students must show involvement in and dedication to the JH Theatre and Film Program.

ART

Visual Arts 10: General Prerequisite: None This is a semestered (20 week) course which will introduce and continue to develop or improve the student’s skills in many areas of creative, hand on study. Student who have not taken Art 8 or Art 9 are introduced to a variety of drawing or rendering techniques using traditional and not so traditional media and those who have taken Art 9 will expand their knowledge and skills by completing a variety of new and challenging projects. Students need not know how to draw already as they can be introduced to various drawing “tricks” in class. Art students will also continue to explore the principles, elements and history of design, print-making, cartooning, three dimensional studies using clay, painting, calligraphy and crafts such as paper making, marbling and origami. There are also opportunities to help with decorating display cases, theatre company plays, creating banners and entering the many art design contests that come to our school from community groups. Evaluation is the result of the student’s process of design, the finished project, sketchbook work, and daily participation.

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Art Foundations 11 Prerequisite: None This course is designed to allow students to either introduce themselves to the hands-on study of a variety of art making areas or to continue to improve their art and design creating skills. Students need not know how to draw already as they are introduced to a variety of drawing or rendering techniques using traditional and not so traditional media. In consultation with the teacher, the students will challenge themselves as their own skill level in each art unit area. Those who need advice and time to work on self-directed studies for specific portfolio requirements can do so with the permission of the teacher. Areas of exploration and self-expression include drawing, cartooning (on paper and basic stop animation using a video camera), air brushing, painting, clay work (both hand built and potter wheel), sculpture, printmaking, graphic design, art history, and crafts such as paper making, origami, and marbling. Evaluation will be based on the process, progress and finished product, sketchbook work, and daily participation. Art Foundations 12 Prerequisite: Art Foundations 11 or equivalent or permission of the instructor. This course is designed for students to continue to explore their personal image making and improve the skills involved in the hands-on study of a variety of art making areas. In consultation with the teacher, the students will challenge themselves to improve the specific techniques required in each art unit area. Those who need advice and time to begin or to continue to work on self-directed studies for specific portfolio requirements can do so with the permission of the teacher. Areas of exploration and self-expression include drawing, cartooning (on paper and basic stop animation using a video camera), air brushing, painting, clay work (both hand built and potter wheel), sculpture, printmaking, graphic design, art history, and crafts such as paper making, origami, and marbling. Evaluation will be based on the process, progress and finished project, sketchbook work, and daily participation. Studio Arts 11: Drawing & Painting Students are provided opportunities to engage in a focused and in-depth study in the visual expression areas of drawing and painting. Knowledge and skilled use of media such as variety of pencil graphite levels, tempera, water color and acrylic paints, inks, and pastels, water color and regular pencil crayons, will be presented and practiced. Evaluation is a combination of sketchbook work, in-class drawing and painting assignments, and daily participation. Studio Arts 12: Drawing & Painting Students continue to focus in on the specific knowledge and skill building involved in the study of drawing (a variety of rendering methods and materials) and painting. Drawing and painting students will explore image-development strategies through experimentation, brainstorming, viewing, discussing, critiquing, and creating art using a variety of 2D materials. Demonstrating self-direction in image making and solving challenging design problems will enable the student to key in on individual skill development and improvement needed for personal portfolio building. Evaluation is based on sketchbook development and progress, drawing and painting assignments, and major project work in combination with participation, skill development, and knowledge. AP Studio Arts 12: Drawing Portfolio The AP Studio Art-Drawing Portfolio is designated for students who are seriously interested in the practical experience of art. AP Studio Art-Drawing is not based on a written exam; instead, students submit a portfolio for evaluation at the end of the school year and it corresponds to the most common college foundation courses. The portfolio submitted must meet rigorous standards and must demonstrate quality, concentration and breadth sections that will then be submitted to a College Board with National standards for evaluation and scoring. The AP program is based upon the premise that college-level material can be taught successfully to secondary school students. The AP program is a cooperative endeavour that helps high school students complete college-level courses and permits colleges to evaluate, acknowledge and encourage that accomplishment through the granting of appropriate credit and placement.

***An interview with the JH visual arts AP teacher and review of the student’s body of work is required in order to take AP studio art-drawing.

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Media Arts 11: Digital Photography 11 Students will explore photography, graphic arts and media technology by using applications such as Adobe Photoshop 7.0. Using historical, cultural and social contexts, as a basis, the student photographers will create personal imagery meaningful, to themselves and to the viewer. Student photographers will work individually and collaboratively, preparing graphic design, storyboard, restorative, advertising based and fine arts assignments and projects. Although not required, a background in Art Foundations 9-11 is highly recommended. Media Arts 12: Digital Photography 12 This is an advanced Photography/Photo-Journalism/Computer & Digital Graphics course. It is recommended that Media Arts 11 or Art Foundations 11/12 be completed before taking Media Arts 12 Credits available for VAMT12 – 2 credits for Fine Arts and 2 credits for Applied Skills A career path in one or more media technologies should be the goal of students interested in taking Media Arts 12. Students are expected to have prior knowledge of photography and digital art applications such as Adobe Photoshop 7.0, in addition to a strong background and understanding of social, cultural and historical contexts of art. Each student is expected to build a personal photographic education plan in that projects and assignments are designed in consultation with the teacher and with post-secondary portfolio entrance requirements in mind. Animation 10 Prerequisite(s) - an interview with the Animation 10 teacher as enrollment is limited This is an introductory course in animation. Students will study the historical significance of graphic communications creating work using these early techniques. They will learn and engage the elements and principles of design and demonstrate their knowledge through both through both practical and written work. Students will use a variety of software to create their animations, demonstrating their knowledge of storyboarding, scriptwriting, character development, set design and the principles of cinematography. Students will respond to and reflect upon their own work as well as those of others in both verbal and written forms. The course will culminate in a project that demonstrates their understanding of the principles of animation. Animation 11 4 elective credits (2 Fine Arts, 2 Applied skills) Prerequisite(s) - an interview with the Animation 11 teacher as enrollment is limited This is an intermediate course in animation. Students will study the personal, social, cultural and historical significance of graphic communications creating work that reflects an understanding of these contexts. They will learn and engage the elements and principles of design and demonstrate their knowledge through both through both practical and written work. Students will use a variety of software to create their animations, demonstrating their knowledge of storyboarding, scriptwriting, character development, set design and the principles of cinematography. Students will respond to and reflect upon their own work as well as those of others in both verbal and written forms. The course will culminate in a project that demonstrates their understanding of the principles of animation. Animation 12 Prerequisite(s) – Animation 11 and an interview with the Animation 12 teacher as enrollment is limited This is an advanced course in animation. Students will create work that reflects an understanding of personal, social, cultural and historical contexts. Students will demonstrate their knowledge of the elements and principles of design through advanced projects and presentations. Students will use a variety of software to create their animations, demonstrating their knowledge of storyboarding, scriptwriting, character development, set design and the principles of cinematography. Students will respond to and reflect upon their own work as well as those of others in both verbal and written forms. The course will culminate in a project that demonstrates their understanding of the principles of animation.

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MUSIC

The Grade 10 music courses develop skills that will lead to lifelong appreciation of this art form. Students learn music through study, rehearsal, and performance. By learning specific skills, students build their ability to express themselves in powerful ways. Skills are developed as a means to serving the Art of music making.

Evaluation for Grade 10 music courses is based on skill development, participation, and their contribution to the specific performing ensemble. As well, there are many opportunities for students to develop their leadership capacity through student music council activities. Course Delivery Grade 10 Instrumental Courses run from September to June Jazz Band 10 will be an X-Block course and the rehearsal time is determined at the beginning of the year. Concert Band 10: #3905 (Year long) Prerequisites: Successful completion of Band 9 or the director's permission. This course is designed for students who have reached an intermediate level of proficiency on a band instrument. Students will play a wide selection of music at a level that is both fun and challenging. Evaluation will be based on progress, attitude, and participation. Please note: Band 10 is a year long course that is backed with Physical Education 10 Concert Choir 10: #3680 Students will have the opportunity to develop their vocal skills and music theory through studying and performing a wide variety of music from classical to pop. Students will be expected to be committed to the class as whole, which includes attending all performances and a conscientious desire to contribute to regular classroom rehearsals. In addition, it is hoped that members will participate in fund-raising for choir activities. Evaluation will be based on the student’s vocal skills and attendance at rehearsals.

Jazz Band 10: #3690 (X-Block, year long) Prerequisites: Successful completion of Jazz Band 9 or director’s permission. Jazz Band 10 will develop the skills and objectives introduced in Jazz Band 9. All students are expected to attend weekly, student-led sectionals outside of designated class time. Students will be introduced improvisation techniques and resources. We will play in a number of music styles including Jazz, Rock and R & B, and Latin. Please note: Jazz Band 10 is an X block taken outside the regular schedule and runs yearlong.

The senior level music courses develop skills that will lead to lifelong appreciation of this art form, and serve as a foundation to further studies in music at the post-secondary level. Students learn music through study, rehearsal, and performance. By learning specific skills, students build their ability to express themselves in powerful ways. Skills are developed as a means to serving the Art of music making.

Evaluation for all 11/12 music courses is based on skill development, participation, and their contribution to the specific performing ensemble. As well, there are many opportunities for students to develop their leadership capacity through student music council activities.

Course Delivery Senior Band runs from September to June Senior Jazz Band will be an X-Block course and the rehearsal time is determined at the beginning of the year.

About Prerequisites Students are expected to complete the previous level’s coursework before registering. However, students may also speak with the teacher to help determine their capacity to meet the course and ensemble’s level. The teacher then decides what placement is appropriate for the student’s ability.

Senior Concert Band, Grades 11-12 The Senior Concert Band is made up of students from Grades 11-12. They meet over the entire year and are backed with differing subject areas to accommodate this combination. Being a member of this group requires students have a strong foundation in music fundamentals and sufficient skills need to be present to ensure each student can make a meaningful contribution to this ensemble. There is usually a Spring Trip and this year we are planning to attend a BC based music festival. Students taking band are not required to go but are strongly encouraged to consider it when the time comes.

*With careful planning, EVERY STUDENT wishing to continue Band to Grade 12 can accomplish this with careful planning. Please come and see Mr. Holmes or Mr. Honeywell for more information.

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Band Courses Concert Band 11: #4906 -backed with Peer Tutoring 11 Concert Band 11: #4905 -backed with Physical Education 11 Concert Band 12: #5905 -backed with Study Block Concert Band 12: #5906 -backed with Physical Education 12 Guitar 10-12 - (No previous musical experience required) In Beginning Guitar 10-12, you will be introduced to basic guitar techniques using a nylon string guitar. You will learn how to play 12 - 20 of the most popular all-time chords; you will learn strumming/finger styles used in Rock and Popular music. You will learn the basics of Chord Progressions and how to write your own songs. There will be opportunity for small group composition and projects for students who demonstrate basic mastery of skills presented in class. Note: This course is designed for Beginner guitarist only. Students must provide their own “classical style guitar with nylon strings (no electric guitars). As with all music courses, regular attendance is essential for success. Contact Mr. Honeywell if you have any questions. Advanced Music Ensembles 10, 11 & 12 Prerequisites: By Teacher Recommendation, meeting with Mr. Honeywell, consultation with other students and continued Band participation. Students with 3 years of instrumental music or more will work in small groups and develop a Learning Plan in consultation with Mr. Honeywell. Groups will decide on a particular music style on which to focus: It could be anything from Classical Music to Jazz Improvisation. This would be an ideal structure to support String Quartets, Woodwind Ensembles, and even Ethnic Music Ensembles. Music Composition 11/12 “Roll Over Beethoven” - Create and record your own music. Publish it on the Internet! This “hands-on” approach will allow you to learn the basics of music composition through the styles of Rap, Rock and “Rhythm and Blues”. We will explore the elements of music, exploring composition through RHYTHM, LYRICS, MELODY, and HARMONY. You will “JAM” on your own compositions and explore different musical styles. Students will work closely within a group setting, and develop skills. Prerequisite: speak with Mr. Honeywell Some musical experience strongly suggested with at least one of the following:

-keyboard or guitar skills -2 years of formal music studies -basic knowledge of standard music notation

Jazz Band 11/12: #4690, or #5690 (X-Block, year long) Prerequisites: Successful completion of the preceding Jazz Band course or director’s permission. Students continue to develop their playing skills and learn how to play in a variety of styles, including Jazz, Rock and Latin. Method books and individual charts will be used with an emphasis on concert performances. The course also includes weekly scheduled “sectionals” in addition to regularly scheduled instructional time. Students will learn the basic techniques of improvisation and be given specific skills. Choir 11/12 (X-Block, Year long) This choir is a performing group and will be attending several out of school concerts as well as performing concerts within the school. The choir will study several styles, including the acappella literature from a variety of periods. Students are expected to have a high degree of commitment and desire to reach for the height of excellence in choral singing. Students will not only learn correct vocal production, style techniques, and related theory, but also leadership roles and an in depth look at storytelling and emotive transference through music. Parent Music Committee/Council Each family can also participate in the Johnston Heights Music Program by being an active member in the Johnston Heights Parent Music Council which is a support group made up of parents and guardians and alumni who contribute to the various activities of the department. The parent music Council needs support in the areas of fund raising, and helping to organize trips, and festivals. The group encourages face to face meetings which are held the first Monday of every month. Most proposed travel and fund raising activities are announced in June or September.

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BA PEER TUTORING BA Peer Tutoring 10 -12 Prerequisite: (Applications available from LST or Counselling Department) This course is designed to provide senior students, grade 10-12, with the opportunity to enhance their interpersonal communication and leadership skills while assisting younger students in the classroom. Peer tutors are students with

Excellent attendance and behaviour, Average to above average grades, and A positive attitude towards learning.

Peer tutors are students who show initiative, independence, respect for others and for learning, and have a strong desire to work closely with teachers and students.

The intent of this course is to provide tutors with the training and experience to enhance communication, leadership and study skills. Students will study a variety of challenges that can interfere with learning: English as a second language (ESL), Learning Disabilities, ADD/ADHD, Autism, and other concerns that decrease a students’ ability to learn. The final grade for a peer tutor is based on interaction and support of tutees, daily journals, assignments and regular evaluations by sponsor teacher and peer tutor teacher.

BA PEER MEDIATION BA Peer Mediation 11 BA Peer Mediation 11 is designed to provide students with the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to work as peer mediators in the school. They will analyze conflict and recognize the underlying needs and interests which cause it; demonstrate interest-based communication and perform mediations; analyze their existing anger management strategies and select from a variety of new options; and demonstrate assertive, responsible behaviour.

BA Peer Mediation 12 BA Peer Mediation 12 is designed to build upon the skills, attitudes, and knowledge base of BA Peer Mediation 11 to extend the scope of work the students may take on. This is a participatory course that prepares and motivates students to provide leadership to others in their schools and communities. Peer mediation is based on the premise that students frequently relate to other students in a unique way when they are experiencing frustration and conflict in their relationships. Mediation is a way of working with conflict to find creative solutions that strengthen relationships for those in dispute. Students will work under the supervision of a counselor, and/or an administrator to provide mediation to students as individuals and/or small groups. Students will develop skills in communication, interpersonal relations, leadership, anger management, teamwork, conflict management, resolution, and mediation. Students will also learn the value and complexity of social diversity as they work towards helping disputants create workable solutions.

BA STUDENT LEADERSHIP Gr 10 (BA Community Leadership 10), Gr 11 (BA Student Leadership 12), Gr 12 (BA Business Leadership 12)

Selection Interview required. Delivery is Linear. Course occurs in an “X” block.

Components:- 1. Managerial, event coordination, self confidence, and presentation skills development 2. Service and support to peers, school, community 3. Active members of other programs & initiatives (eg. social justice, international relations) 4. Promotion of school spirit 5. Student Voice via participation & presentations at local, community, and district levels 6. Project Management via planning and production of various sized activities, projects and events. 7. Involvement with causes, events, programs that will impact on the students’ world of tomorrow

Structure:- 1. Formal tutorials - leadership styles, characteristics, personal development, presentation skills 2. Skill training & development via mentorships, speakers, workshops, seminars 3. Participation, networking, sharing, peer to peer learning at local, district, lower mainland, and provincial level training sessions, think tanks, conventions, and conferences 4. Projects and major events – organizational skills honed via planning, coordinating, promoting & producing various-sized projects and events. 5. Involvement in school-based, community, district, and lower mainland initiatives.

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Methods:- 1. Direct instruction 2. Experiential learning 3. Peer to peer teaching/learning 4. Mentorships 5. Research 6. Written and oral reports 7. Individual, Team, and Group work

BA (CAREER) TRANSITIONS 12 Transitions 12 is a course designed specifically to give you (Grade 12 students) time to critically think about and plan for your future after high school, and learn skills and resources that will help you as a citizen, post secondary student and independent adult.

Unit 1: Exploration, research and planning for career, and adult life Assignment 1: Self Assessment and Reflection Assignment 2: Career and Post Secondary Research Assignment 3: Goal setting and feasibility Unit 2:Financial literacy: Make informed decisions about your finances Assignment 1: Plan and explore your living costs Assignment 2: Banking, Loans and Credit Assignment 3: Financing your post-secondary education Unit 3: Communication and presentation skills and preparation of documentation Assignment 1: Document Preparation: resume, covering letter, applications Assignment 2: Interview Skills Assignment 3: Preparing your Graduation Transitions Portfolio Unit 4: Safety, preparedness, and emergency response Assignment 1: Safety in the Workplace and Standard Employment Regulations Assignment 2: First Aid Assignment 3: Preparedness Unit 5: Engagement in civic, socially responsible, and environmentally conscious roles in the community or work place. Assignment 1: Community Involvement Assignment 2: Civic Responsibility Assignment 3: Environmental Stewardship

Opportunities Completion of Graduation Transitions requirements (present in December) St John’s Ambulance Emergency First Aid Opportunity to network in the community for work or community involvement Opportunity to prepare a good resume, covering letter and scholarship application Opportunity to plan how you will pay for your next step Opportunity to gather information about post secondary and hear about career opportunities from experts

COOP PROGRAM (Second Semester)

Open to students in Grades 11 and 12. COOP students will be placed in the community at a job site for either one or two (90-hour) work experiences. Members are in the same class and follow the same curriculum for one semester. It is possible to complete five 4-credit courses in one semester.

TRADES, SALES or SERVICE TRADES Socials 11 Automotive Technology 11 BA Psychology 11 Metal Fabrication 11 BA Career Transitions 12 BA Career Transitions 12 Work Experience 12A Work Experience 12A Work Experience 12B(possible Work Experience 12B(possible)

Students in the Trade areas, often choose to do a trade COOP to gain experience before applying for district partnership programs which involves paid college education in specific trade areas during the Grade 12 year. They may also choose a trade COOP to make contacts in the industry and seek Secondary School Apprenticeship sponsors (A program which allows for paid employment while gaining up to 16 course credits). Some students want to explore trades to see if they wish to pursue a career in this field.

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Students interested in Sales or Service areas such as Tourism, Retail, Business, Health Care or Education, may be interested in exploring various options before focussing on a specific career area or may be seeking volunteer work experience necessary for acceptance into some post secondary programs.

Please come to the career center if you would like to learn more about COOP programs. Acceptance into a COOP is based on the suitability of the applicant.

WORK EXPERIENCE 12 A & 12B

Work Experience prepares students for the transition from secondary school to their chosen careers or to Post Secondary education. Through work experience, students have the opportunity to observe and practice generic employability skills required in the workplace, as well as technical and applied skills relating to specific occupations or industries. The 90 hours required at a job site are tailored to each individual’s interests, needs and schedule – either within or outside of the regular school day and can be done at more than one site. To take part, students need to have completed the careers unit in Planning 10 and be in grade 10, 11 or 12. Students completing 90 hours of work experience receive 4 credits for WEX 12A. Those completing 90 additional hours will receive 4 credits for WEX 12B. Various assignments and evaluations before, during and after this program are required in order to receive credit. A Work Experience course can also fulfill the Community Connections component of Graduation Transitions, which is required for a Dogwood Diploma.

SECONDARY SCHOOL APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM

Students who are currently working in a trade or would like to work in a trade can earn credit toward both secondary school graduation and provincially recognized industry training certification. The program allows students to register as apprentices/trainees and start accumulating hours towards a trade certification. Students must be registered in the program and complete 480 hours of on the job training while in high school. Students receive 4 credits for every 120 hours worked for a maximum of 16 credits. If they stay in the trade for 5 months after graduation or have completed 1100 hours will have the opportunity of receiving a $1000 scholarship. Students must be 15 years of age, have completed the careers unit in Planning 10 and be in grade 10, 11, or 12.

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District Partnership Program

District Programs provide secondary school students (Grades 11 and 12) with the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and experience to further their education and employment opportunities. Many of the district’s career programs are in partnership with British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT), Douglas College, Emily Carr University of Art + Design (ECUAD), Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU), Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (NVIT), Surrey College and Vancouver City College (VCC). The partnership program provides students with opportunities to receive industry certification, or post-secondary course credits, in addition to meeting the requirements for high school graduation.

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PROGRAMS & DESCRIPTIONS

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Automotive Collision Repair Technician is designed for students to become technicians who can work for car dealerships, independent garages or specialty repair shops. In smaller shops, workers often do the preparation and the refinishing while in larger shops they may specialize.

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Automotive Refinishing Prep Technician can work for car dealerships, independent garages or specialty repair shops. In smaller shops, workers often do the preparation and the refinishing while in larger shops they may specialize.

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Automotive Service Technician is designed for students to become technicians who can diagnose, repair, maintain and replace mechanical subsystems and parts of automobiles and light trucks in a retail automotive business. Mechanical subsystems are typically brakes, suspension, engine, transmission cooling, electrical and exhaust systems.

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Baking and Pastry Arts trains students to work in the baking industry. Students learn the skills and theoretical knowledge of the baking process and the functions of ingredients. The new skills and experience acquired, combined with your natural talent will give you a boost into the field of professional baking.

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Carpenters construct, install, finish and repair wooden and metal structured residential and commercial buildings. Carpenters may also be involved in constructing large concrete, steel and timber structured bridges, dams, power stations and civil engineering projects. A Carpenter may perform the following tasks: *Construct formwork into which concrete is poured *Build floors and wall frameworks, roofs and suspended ceiling floors *Install metal or wood windows, sashes and doors *Construct prefabricated units, such as cottages and houses *Cut materials with hand and power tools and assemble or nail *Install door handles, locks and hardware

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Culinary Arts – Cooks prepare and present a host of food items, manage costs and menu planning, and must be well versed in food safety and handling. They must also be aware of various dietary needs and restrictions. Artistic creativity is highly valued in this trade.

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Drafting/CADD – Drafting is the process of using computers to create plans and blueprints for a variety of products and structures. As a drafting professional, you will use mathematical and engineering principles to plan construction stages. Traditional Drafting professionals drew everything by hand. But drafting in the Internet age allows you to use the latest cutting edge software to work smarter and increase your productivity.

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Electrician Program is a two-semester program. Electricians work in a wide variety of buildings and facilities - on everything from lighting and climate control systems, to communication equipment and thousands of other specific tools and devices. An Electrician is designated as a Construction Electrician under the Inter-provincial Red Seal program.

Please note - Program will not be offered in fall of 2010- 2011.

Emily Carr--Headstart in Art Program -- Emily Carr instructor delivers a first-year foundation studio course at one of the secondary schools. Students must make application to their school's Career Development Facilitators. Course tuition is paid by the student. For more info, please contact your school Career Centre.

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Please note - Program will not be offered in 2010- 2011.

First Step - Medical Office Assistant Program prepares the student to work in various medical office settings as a Medical Office Assistant. For more info, please contact your school Career Centre.

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Hairdressing is a two-semester program, completing theory, salon training and on-the-job work experience. Level I includes Cosmetology: The History and Opportunities; Life Skills; Your Professional Image; Communicating for Success; Infection /Control: Principles and Practice; Properties of the Hair and Scalp; Principles of Hair Design; Shampooing, Rinsing & Conditioning; Haircutting and Hairstyling. Level II includes Wigs and Hair Enhancements; Hands-on Perming - Chemical Texture Services; Haircoloring; Histology of the Skin; Hair Removal; Facials; Facial Makeup; The Salon Business; Seeking Employment; On the Job; Career & Personal Planning 12 – Designing a Salon.

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Horticulture: Students who complete the Horticulture program will be prepared for employment at golf courses, in greenhouse production facilities, nurseries, garden centres or in landscape maintenance. Many good paying positions are available in horticulture and students with good skills, knowledge and attitude can expect to find employment readily.

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Law Enforcement Preparatory Program (Canadian Justice Criminal System) Students enrolled in this course is giving a headstart to the Law Enforcement Preparatory Program (LEP). Lep quips students with the required knowledge and skills to pass various entrance requirements for law enforcement (including the RCMP aptitude test) or as a base means of entry into other related law enforcement fields.

Career opportunities include RCMP, Court Worker, Sherriff’s Officer, Correction Services Officer, Security Guard, Security Officer, Aboriginal Policing Programs, etc.

The NVIT LEP program is unique because it explores learning Aboriginal perspective.

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Masonry: A mason uses bricks, concrete blocks, stone, structural tiles and other materials to construct or repair walls, foundations and other structures. They are also responsible for preparing surfaces to be covered and mixing ingredients they will need like mortar or cement. Preparatory work such as caulking and cleaning and placing damp proofing and masonry flashing is also done by a mason. Masons may work on residential, industrial and commercial buildings. They are also involved in heat-related work, installing firebricks to line chimneys, furnaces, kilns and boilers. Prefabricated materials, mortarless bricks and factory-assembled panelized masonry are trends that have changed the nature of mason work.

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Metal Fabricators (Steel & Metal Fabrication) deal with the selection, layout, shearing, cutting (with a torch), punching, drilling, forming, fitting and welding of steel plates and structural steel shapes into products for the forest, mining, construction, transportation and agricultural industries. Typical projects that involve steel fabricators include bridges, buildings, hoppers, conveyors, towers, cranes, heavy mining equipment, logging equipment, ship parts and equipment.

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Plumbing: Plumbers install, alter and repair the water, waste and disposal systems that provide basic amenities to our industrial, business and residential communities. Plumbers work with a variety of piping materials (copper, concrete, plastics) according to appropriate specifications. There is predicted to be long term employment in this nationally designated Red Seal trade.

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Roofing: Roofers build and repair flat and sloped roofs, set up scaffolding to provide safe access to roofs and may also need to estimate the materials needed and the cost of installation.

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Warehouse Program: see Parts & Warehousing description below. Site: Douglas College Surrey Training Site, 10060 King George Highway, Surrey, BC (12 weeks of classes) 2-week practicum working in a distribution centre, warehouse or other related setting.

Parts & Warehousing: Students are in high demand and find employment in areas such as auto dealerships, warehousing and industrial suppliers, automotive parts outlets, shipper/receiver, or inventory controller. Graduates of the program will be prepared to enter the automotive parts persons, warehousing or heavy-duty industrial engine and equipment parts person apprenticeships.

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Welding: Graduates would be prepared for employment in forestry, mining, petrochemical, transportation and marine industries. Many new positions are expected to be available in welding trades over the next ten years.

Secondary School Apprenticeship is “on-the-job” registered trades training in many different areas. Students who are 15 years of age or older can get a head start on a trade while completing secondary school graduation requirements. Students can earn as they learn.

SCHOOL BASED SERVICES

There are a number of specialty programs offered in the Surrey School District. Descriptions of the specialty programs available in the Surrey District are listed below. To find out more about the program options, including admission requirements, contact the counselling department or administration at the school. Counselling Counselling services are a personal service for students and also a resource for teachers and families. Counsellors act as advocates for students and their families. Seeing a counsellor is a simple matter facilitated by an appointment system within the school. In particular the counsellors provide the following services: Personal Counselling

confidential discussion of personal concerns

Educational Counselling selection of courses, program planning, graduation requirements, post-secondary entrance requirements

and reference materials, students concerns regarding courses and study skills. Career Counselling

exploration of values, interests, abilities, needs establishing career goals and exploration of related occupations

Referrals After consultation, counsellors will provide appropriate referrals to other school system services or non-school agencies.

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Learning Support Team Works collaboratively and cooperatively with district personnel and school staff to deliver a range of support

to students with diverse learning needs. LST teachers work closely with and support students who struggle continuously with their academic studies and with students who have a District Designation such as:

o Learning disabled, o Physically disabled, o Hearing and/or vision impaired, o Asperger’s Syndrome /Autism, o Chronic health condition.

Will refer students for a psycho-educational assessment when necessary and then consult with the student and parent/s regarding the findings of the assessment.

Works collaboratively with counsellors, classroom teachers, students and parents in the development and implementation of adapted and/or modified Individual Educational Plans (IEPs);

Provides reading /writing support as well as supervision for students with their assignments and assessments. This support can occur in the following settings:

o In-class support o Separate setting support o Provincial exam Adjudication o Tutorial blocks o Afterschool Homework Club

Provides regular study skills instruction and practise during tutorial blocks Provides experienced SEA support in specific classrooms Provides intensive small group instruction in numeracy and literacy Provides training and monitoring of grade 10-12 students in the Peer Tutoring Program

Students and parents may access the services of the Learner Support Team by contacting an LST teacher, counsellor, or administrator.

Library The school library is open to students from 8:25 -3:10 most days. Our collection of non-fiction and reference books supports and enriches the curriculum and provides a wide reading level. Our video collection is primarily for use in the classroom. We also have a good collection of fiction books, mostly paperbacks, and we subscribe to many magazines. Students can access the internet and word processing programs through the use of several computers. The teacher-librarian is available to assist students with research projects and make suggestions for recreational reading.

School Liaison Officers (SLO) The School liaison group is comprised of seven RCMP members. These officers aid in giving lectures to the elementary grades and problem solving for the secondary students.

B.A.S.E.S. Program (District Program) Physical or sensory disabilities including mild to moderate to severe intellectual disabilities; autism. Model Description

1. Inclusion/integration to support peer identification and life skills acquisition 2. Directed literacy and math skills support. 3. Life skills instruction, using integrated experience. 4. Career Preparation Grade 10. 5. Work experience is primary emphasis of grades 11 & 12, ensuring preparation for College & Life Skills

acquisition. 6. Transition Planning for high school completion. 7. Graduation target: High School Leaving Certificate

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DISTRICT BASED SERVICES

District Resource Counsellors Counsel students/families as requested. Consult with counsellors, administrators and School Based Teams regarding high risk students. Consultation, negotiation and coordination with students/parents, district/school personnel for placement of students who are suspended over five days. Participate in or represent our school district on specific community committees. Act as an advocate for students and families. Act as resource for school based Crisis Response Teams. Assign and supervise itinerant childcare worker placements. Liaison for conjoint Ministry programs. Hospital Homebound Teacher Service This service provides direct instruction to students who are unable to attend school due to a noncontiguous medical situation. Once a doctor’s certificate has been obtained, the Hospital/Homebound Service can be accessed via school counsellors or directly at 590-2255. Integration Support Teachers School and /or District based service supporting low incidence students and their classroom teachers. School Psychologists District based, non-categorical educational assessment services designed to support students, school personnel, and parents in enhancing academic, adaptive, and social skills for students. Speech/Language Pathologists Designed to provide support to those students whose educational and/or social progress is adversely affected by communication difficulties. Support Blocks for Distributed Learning Are you a self-disciplined, self-motivated visual learner with strong time management skills? If so, you may want to sign up to take an online course at Johnston Heights Secondary. There are a number of benefits, including:

- A support block with a classroom teacher supporting your learning - A distributed learning online teacher supporting your learning, and - You being able to control the pace of your own learning as you move through your online course.

Visiting Teacher Program Teachers are assigned to teach students, at home or at the Student Services office, who are unable at a given time to fit into an appropriate classroom facility in our district. The students may be on waiting lists for rehabilitative and behavior disorder classes, have school phobias, or other problems. Other Special Support Services that are available include:

Multicultural Workers Hearing and Vision Services Educational Evaluation Career Preparation and Work Experience First Nations Education Adolescent Day Treatment Program

Guildford Learning Centre 10215-152 A Street Telephone: 604-951-9553 Principal: Mr. Mel Loncaric North Surrey Learning Centre 13479 77 Avenue Telephone: 778-578-7707 Principal: Mr. Ray Dear

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POST SECONDARY INFORMATION

Each year, hundreds of Surrey high school students apply for scholarship and other forms of financial aid in order to pursue their interests and studies at the post-secondary level. Many of these students choose to expand their educational horizons by participating in a wide variety of specialized programs, ranging from student exchanges and youth conferences to work-study programs. Others invest time, energy and expertise in preparing for contests and competitions designed specifically for the benefit of secondary students. Information on financial opportunities can be accessed from a variety of sources. School counseling staff and/or individuals from a Scholarship Committee will circulate information on scholarship opportunities during the course of the school year. Students should review the Ministry of Educations publication entitled Financial Opportunities for Students to gain a broad perspective of existing scholarship and contest possibilities. Students are also encourage to consult university and college calendars for additional information on scholarships and specific criteria. The following information highlights a few of the many scholarship opportunities that are available.

Provincial Examination Scholarships ($1000 or $2000) Students registered in English 12 and least two of Math 12, Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Physics 12, English Literature 12, German 12, French 12 (or Francais-Langue12), History 12, Geography 12, Spanish 12, Mandarin 12, Japanese 12 or Punjabi 12 (1998-99) are eligible to write these provincial scholarship exams. Provincial District Awards ($1000) Students eligible for this award will have successfully completed a concentration of courses that are career-oriented in areas such as Business Education, Technology Education, Fine Arts, Hospitality, or a combination of the above. Only those candidates who are not writing provincial scholarship exams may apply for a district-scholarship and award. University Entrance Scholarships (up to $30,000) Students apply directly to various post-secondary institutions for consideration based on the Grade point Average and extra-curricular involvement in athletics, the arts, community service and student government. School District And School Scholarships, Bursaries And Awards Student are considered for a variety of school-based and community awards based largely on Grade Point Average and extra-curricular involvement in athletics, the arts, student government and community service. In some cases, citizenship, humanitarianism, special needs and/or contribution to specific programs are an integral part of the scholarship and award. The Surrey and White Rock Scholarship and Bursary Foundation administers several of the district-based scholarships and provides application forms to schools each year. Passport To Education The Ministry of Education provides guidelines and funding for this program which recognizes levels of student achievement. At the conclusion of a school year, passport stamps are awards to students who have met the criteria developed by their school, within the Ministry of Education guidelines. Passport stamps are valued as follows:

Grade 10 $250 Grade 11 $250 Grade 12 $500

These stamps are cumulative to a maximum of $1000 by Grade 12. You have up to five years from June 30 of the expected year of graduation to redeem you Passport to Education stamps towards post-secondary institution tuition fees. Please consult your school-based Counseling Department or Student Services Center for additional information on financial opportunities. Additional Information For information on local colleges and universities, and financial aid available, please refer to the specific post-secondary institution’s calendar, or web page, or the following internet sites: www.bced.gov.bc.ca/careers/planning www.openingdoorsbc.com www.psa.bc.ca www.learnandearn.bc.ca www.bcopportunities.com www.aved.gov.bc.ca/studentservices