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Harold M. Brathwaite Secondary
School
(9-12; ESL; International Baccalaureate
Candidate School; SHSM – Business, Justice,
Community Safety & Emergency Services)
415 Great Lakes Drive
Brampton
L6R 2Z4
Tel: 905-793-2155
Fax: 905-793-5228
Website:
www.hmbss.com
Principal:
Sherry Dalcin
Vice-Principals:
Lola Gayle
Lynn Shire
Field Office/
Family of Schools:
North/Harold Brathwaite
Superintendent:
Joy Uniac
Trustee:
Jagdeep Mann
Student Population: 1,100
School Colours:
Purple, silver and black
Sports Team:
Blizzard
Highlights:
 Social and environmental responsibility seen as fundamental
goals in school programs and activities
 Strong focus on academics, athletics and the arts
 Candidate School for the International Baccalaureate Program
 Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) in Business
 Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) in Justice, Community
Safety and Emergency Services
 Link Crew Team to help Grade 9 students experience a
successful transition to high school
More about Harold M. Brathwaite:
Harold M. Brathwaite Secondary School is an active school
community with a wide variety of programs and high academic
standards. The school supports students on their chosen pathways
by providing a positive climate for learning based on mutual respect,
hard work, perseverance, character development, and excellent
academic achievement. Staff and students work together to be
successful by developing and improving their learning skills, using
technology to enhance their learning experience, and being engaged
and attending all classes.
We are pleased to announce that as of September 2013, we are a
Candidate School for the International Baccalaureate program with
the intention to offer the Diploma Program in September 2016 as an
IB World School. We offer a pre-IB program to those students who
successfully pass both stages of the application process.
Harold M. Brathwaite offers two Specialist High Skills Majors
(SHSMs) - one in Business and one in Justice.
The Business SHSM focuses on Business Leadership and appeals to
students who are thinking about starting their own business or
pursuing studies in business management and other business
related careers.
The Justice SHSM offers a specialized program in Justice Education
which focuses on the Canadian Legal System and appeals to
students thinking about becoming lawyers, paralegals, police
officers and a wide variety of other law-related careers.
All students are encouraged to participate in the wide range of extracurricular activities being offered at our school and to be involved in
the different facets of high school life.
Harold M. Brathwaite Secondary
COURSES
THE ARTS
Dance
Drama
Drama – Film/Video
Music
Music – Guitar
Music – World Drumming
Visual Arts
Visual Arts – Digital Media
Visual Arts – Illustration
Grade 9
ADA 1O0
AMU 1O0
AMP 1O0
AVI 1O0
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
ATC 2O0
ADA 2O0
ADV 2O0
AMU 2O0
AMG 2O0
ATC 3O0
ADA 3M0
ADA 4M0
AMU 3M0
AMG 3M0
AMU 4M0
AMG 4M0
AVI 2O0
AWS 2O0
AVI 3M0
AWS 3M0
AWK 3M0
AVI 4M0
BUSINESS STUDIES
Information and Communication Technology in
Business
Introduction to Business
Entrepreneurship: The Venture
Financial Accounting Fundamentals
Information and Communications Technology: The
Digital Environment
Marketing: Goods, Services, Events
Marketing: Retail and Services
Business Leadership: Becoming a Manager
Business Leadership: Management Fundamentals
Entrepreneurship: Venture Planning in an electronic
age
Financial Accounting Principles
International Business Fundamentals
Investments and Wealth Management
BTT 1O0
BBI 2O0
BDI 3C0
BAF 3M0
BTA 3O0
BMI 3C0
BMX 3E0
BOG 4E0
BOH 4M0
BDV 4C0
BAT 4M0
BBB 4M0
IDC 4U0
CANADIAN AND WORLD STUDIES
Issues in Canadian Geography – Academic
Issues in Canadian Geography – Applied
Canadian History Since World War I – Academic
Canadian History Since World War I – Applied
Civics and Citizenship
World History to the End of the 15th Century
Understanding Canadian Law in Everyday Life –
University/College
Understanding Canadian Law in Everyday Life –
Workplace
CGC 1D0
CGC 1P0
CHC 2D0
CHC 2P0
CHV 2O0
CHW 3M0
CLU 3M0
CLN4C0
CLU 3E0
World Issues: A Geographic Analysis
Adventures in World History
World History Since the 15th Century
Canadian and International Law
CGW 4U0
CHM 4E0
CHY 4U0
CLN 4U0
COMPUTER STUDIES
Computer Science
2015-2016
ICS 2O0
ICS 3U0
ICS 3C0
ICS 4U0
Harold M. Brathwaite Secondary
COURSES
ENGLISH
English – Academic
English – Applied
English – Locally Developed
English – College
English – University
English – Workplace
Media Studies
Literacy Skills: Reading and Writing
The Writer’s Craft – University
Grade 9
ENG 1D0
ENG 1P0
ENG 1L0
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
ENG 2D0
ENG 2P0
ENG 2L0
ENG 3C0
ENG 3U0
ENG 3E0
EMS 3O0
ELS2O0
ENG 4C0
ENG 4U0
ENG 4E0
OLC 4O0
EWC 4U0
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
See additional chart following course chart
FRENCH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
Core French – Academic
Core French – Applied
Core French – University
Core French – Open
FSF 1D0
FSF 1P0
FSF 2D0
FSF 2P0
FSF 3U0
FSF 3O0
FSF 4U0
FSF 4O0
INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE
Spanish
LWS BD0
GUIDANCE AND CAREER EDUCATION
Career Studies
Learning Strategies
GLC 2O0
GLS 1O0
GLE 1O0
GLE 2O0
Leadership and Peer Support
Designing Your Future (2 credit Co-op)
Navigating Your Workplace (4 credit Co-op)
GLE 3O0
GPP 3O0
COP 2XC
GLS 4O0
GLE 4O0
COP 4XC
HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Healthy Active Living Education
PPL 1OF
PPL 1OM
PPL 2OF
PPL 2OM
PAF 2OF
MPM 1D0
MFM 1P0
MAT 1L0
MPM 2D0
MFM 2P0
MAT 2L0
Personal and Fitness Activities
PPL 3OF
PPL 3OM
PAF 3OF
PAF 3OM
Exercise Science
PPL 4OF
PPL 4OM
PAF 4OF
PAF 4OM
PSE 4U0
MATHEMATICS
Principles of Mathematics
Foundations of Mathematics
Mathematics – Locally Developed
Functions
Functions and Applications
Foundations for College Mathematics
Mathematics for Work and Everyday Life
Advanced Functions
Calculus and Vectors
Mathematics of Data Management
Foundations for College Mathematics
Mathematics for College Technology
Mathematics for Work and Everyday Life
2015-2016
MCR 3U0
MCF 3M0
MBF 3C0
MEL 3E0
MHF 4U0
MCV 4U0
MDM 4U0
MAP 4C0
MCT 4C0
MEL 4E0
Harold M. Brathwaite Secondary
COURSES
PRE-INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
Grade 9
Issues in Canadian Geography
English
French
Canadian History Since World War 1
Civics and Citizenship
Career Studies
Principles of Mathematics
Functions - Mathematics
Physical Education
CGC 1D8
ENG 1D8
FSF 1D8
Science
Visual Arts
Visual Arts – Digital Media
Music
Drama
Exploring Technologies
Computer Engineering Technology
Computer Science
Communications Technology
Business – Information and Communication
Technology
Introduction to Business
SNC 1D8
AVI 1O8
MPM 1D8
PPL 1O5 (F)
PPL 1O6 (M)
AMU 1O8
ADA 1O8
TIJ 1O8
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
ENG 2D8
FSF 2D8
CHC 2D8
CHV 2O8
GLC 2O8
MPM 2D8
MCR3U8
PPL 2O5 (F)
PPL 2O6 (M)
PAF 2O5 (F)
SNC 2D8
AVI 2O8
AWS 2O8
AMU 2O8
ADA 2O8
TEJ 2O8
ICS 2O8
TGJ 2O8
BTT 1O8
BBI 2O8
SCIENCE
Science – Academic
Science – Applied
Science - Locally Developed
Environmental Science – University/College
Biology – College
Biology – University
Chemistry – College
Chemistry – University
Physics – College
Physics – University
SNC 1D0
SNC 1P0
SNC 1L0
SNC 2D0
SNC 2P0
SNC 2L0
SVN 3M0
SBI 3C0
SBI 3U0
SCH 3U0
SPH 3U0
SBI 4U0
SCH 4C0
SCH 4U0
SPH 4C0
SPH 4U0
SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES
Family Studies
Food and Nutrition
Exploring Family Studies
Understanding Fashion
Food and Culture
Raising Healthy Children
The World of Fashion
Nutrition and Health
Personal Life Management
Families in Canada
2015-2016
HFN 1O0
HIF 2O0
HNC 3C0
HFC 3M0
HPC 3O0
HNB 4M0
HFA 4U0
HIP 4O0
HHS 4U0
Harold M. Brathwaite Secondary
COURSES
Grade 9
Grade 10
General Social Sciences
Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology and
Sociology
World Religions and Belief Traditions in Daily Life
Challenge and Change in Society
Philosophy: Questions and Theories
Grade 11
Grade 12
HSP 3U0
HSP 3C0
HRF 3O0
HSB 4U0
HZT 4U0
TECHNOLOGICAL EDUCATION
Computer Engineering Technology
Exploring Technologies
Communications Technology
Construction Technology – Workplace
Construction Technology – College
Transportation Technology
TEJ 2O0
TEJ 3M0
TEJ 4M0
TGJ 2O0
TCJ 2O0
TCJ 2O0
TTJ 2O0
TGJ 3M0
TCJ 3E0
TCJ 3C0
TTJ 3C0
TGJ 4M0
TCJ 4E0
TCJ 4C0
TTJ 4C0
TIJ 1O0
Supporting English Language Learners (ESL/ELD)
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
Level 5
ESL
ESL AO0
ESL BO0
ESL CO0
ESL DO0
ESL EO0
SUBJECT SUPPORT COURSES FOR
ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS
Issues in Canadian Geography
Science
Career Studies
Civics and Citizenship
Canadian History
Mathematics
Business – Information and Communication
Technology
2015-2016
Grade 9
Grade 10
CGC 1DL
SNC 1DL
GLC 2OL
CHV 2OL
CHC 2DL
MFM 1DL
BTT 1OL
Grade 11
Grade 12
Harold M. Brathwaite Secondary
SPECIALIST HIGH SKILLS MAJOR (SHSM)
BUSINESS
In order to meet the high demand in the coming years for quality skilled workers in Business, Harold M. Brathwaite Secondary
School is excited to offer this unique program. The Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) at HMBSS involves students
completing a package of 9 courses that meets the needs of all students with an interest in developing the skills necessary for
a career in Business. The Business Industry acknowledges and supports the program through certification and appropriate
industry co-operative learning placements.
In order to complete an SHSM in Business, students:
1. Complete a bundle of 9 specific courses (see chart below);
2. Complete Sector Certifications and/or training programs;
3. Participate in experiential learning and career exploration activities within the sector (e.g. co-op work experience, job
shadowing, job twinning);
4. Learn and document the industry Essential Skills and work habits using the Ontario Skills Passport;
5. Gain “Reach Ahead” experience connected to the student’s post secondary plans.
Apprenticeship
Major Credits (4)
4 total from a
combination of
Grade 11 and
Grade 12
courses
English (1 credit
required except
Workplace
requires 2)
Math (2 credit
required except
Workplace
requires 1)
Co-op (2 credits)
College
University
Workplace
Grade 11
BTA 3O, BMX 3E, CLU 3E, BMI 3C, BDI 3C, BAF 3M, CLU 3M
Grade 12
BOG 4E, HIP 4O, BDV 4C, BAT 4M, BBB 4M, BOH 4M, IDC 4U, CLN 4U
ENG 3E, ENG 4E, ENG 4C, ENG 4U
MEL 3E, MBF 3C, MCF 3M, MCR 3U, MAP 4C, MEL 4E, MCT 4C, MDM 4U, MHF 4U, MCV 4U
Associated Co-op Credits linked to a course in the Pathway Chart

SHSM students may complete credits from any pathway in combination

For additional information on specific SHSM program course requirements, see a school guidance
counsellor.
2015-2016
Harold M. Brathwaite Secondary
SPECIALIST HIGH SKILLS MAJOR (SHSM)
JUSTICE, COMMUNITY SAFETY AND EMERGENCY SERVICES
In order to meet the high demand in the coming years for quality skilled workers in Justice, Community Safety, and
Emergency Services, Harold M. Brathwaite Secondary School is excited to offer this unique program. The Specialist High
Skills Major (SHSM) at HMBSS involves students completing a package of 8 courses that meets the needs of all students
with an interest in developing the skills necessary for a career in Justice, Community Safety, and emergency services.
In order to complete an SHSM in Justice, Community Safety and Emergency Services, students:
1. Complete a bundle of 8 specific courses (see chart below);
2. Complete Sector Certifications and/or training programs;
3. Participate in experiential learning and career exploration activities within the sector (e.g. co-op work experience, job
shadowing, job twinning);
4. Learn and document the industry Essential Skills and work habits using the Ontario Skills Passport;
5. Gain “Reach Ahead” experience connected to the student’s post secondary plans.
Apprenticeship
Major Credits (4)
College
University
Workplace
Grade 11
CLU 3E, PAF 3O, PPL 3O, CLU 3M, HSP 3O, HSP 3U
4 total from a
combination of
Grade 11 and
Grade 12
courses
Grade 12
CLN 4C, PAF 4O, PPL 4O, PAL 4O, PAD 4O, CLN 4U, CGW 4U, HZT 4U, HSB 4U
English (1)
Math (1)
Co-op (2 credits)
ENG 4E, ENG 4C, ENG 4U
MEL 3E, MBF 3C, MCF 3M, MCR 3U
Associated Co-op Credits linked to a course in the Pathway Chart

SHSM students may complete credits from any pathway in combination

For additional information on specific SHSM program course requirements, see a school guidance
counsellor.
2015-2016