Grade 9,10,11 Student/Parent Workshop Curriculum Choices for Post Secondary Planning Presented by St.Maximilian Kolbe CHS Prayer for Course Selection Loving God, extend Your blessing over our families. May our school be filled with love, joy and hope May our children grow in knowledge, understanding and wisdom; May they be strong in mind, body, and Spirit. May they have the courage to follow Your ways May home, church and school, work together to create a world where our children can help build a civilization of love. Amen Program • A. Introduction • B. Diploma Requirements and Related Information • C. Course Selection Tips/Policies • D. Pathways – Apprenticeship/College/University/ • E. Other Topics- Co-Op • F. What Parents and Students can do • G. Questions Principal’s Welcome We want our students become happy, Three BigtoIdeas healthy, competent and capable adults • A belief entrenched in the culture of … to find a match between their the school students can and learn strengths,that theirall God-given talents, the opportunities that await them after • Teacher’s spending collaborative time high school together planning for student success and to find meaning and • Using…results andpurpose, data to programme dignity in the choices they make. school improvement plans Destinations Apprenticeship or Workplace College University Completion Rates (Grade 9 Only) OSSD Completion in Four or Five Years, by Number of Courses Failed in Grade 9 (% Students; 2002 - 03 Base Grade 9 Cohort) 82.9 60.6 42.1 17.7 None 1 2 Number of Failed Courses 3 or more Completion Rates (Grades 9 and 10) OSSD Completion in Four or Five Years, by Number of Courses Failed in Grades 9 & 10 (% Students; 2002 - 03 Base Grade 9 Cohort) 89.3 74.7 59 28.2 None 1 2 Number of Failed Courses 3 or more Timelines • February 4th Course Selection Evening for parents • February 9th-13th course selection package and visits (students will receive a working copy to take with them) • All grades- course selection completed at home • Feb 17th -20th - Room 128 - guidance lab available after school for all students needing help/assistance • February 24th – Course Selection due for Students Timelines: • Include voluntary Student Activity Fee of $100 (Donations are also appreciated) (Cheques: write your name on back & please do not post-date. Make payable to St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic High School) • Bring your completed signed course selection form and a cheque for $100 to your homeroom teacher no later than February 24th • Mid to Late April – Course Verification Course Verification – Check your printout carefully – Correct any errors – Make any changes. Changes will be made subject to availability at that time. – It is critical to do this in April as the school timetable and staffing is built according to what students select on their forms. • An opportunity for grade 9 and 10 students to access many exciting opportunities in the areas of Health and Wellness,Business and Manufacturing PRIOR to enrolling in a SHSM pathway • • • • • • • • Complimentary B-MAX T-shirt Canadian Tire Partnership Aurora Prayer Breakfast Seneca College Partnership Ricoh Coliseum Leadership Partnership (Business Behind the Scenes) YMCA Leadership Field Trip to Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment Ltd Car Show Specialist High Skills Major University Workplace Apprenticeship College Students will apply knowledge of their gifts, interests and abilities, and make appropriate decisions about educational possibilities and career opportunities. What is a Specialist High Skills Major? • Ministry-approved focus program for Grade 11 and 12 students • Helps students to identify, explore and refine their career goals and make informed choices about their next steps after secondary school • Prepares students for a smooth transition to a specific post-secondary destination apprenticeship, college, university, or the workplace - within a specific economic sector Components of the SHSM Bundle of Courses Co-op Experiential Learning and Career Exploration Connected Learning Activity Certifications and Training Reach Ahead Experience Certifications and Training Certifications and Training CPR Level C Standard First Aid WHMIS Manufacturing Lockout/Tagging Personal Protective Equipment CAD/CAM Health &Wellness -Select this SHSM if you are interested in a Health and Wellness related career. -Interest in occupations such as: nursing, personal support workers, paramedics, dieticians, fitness trainers, massage therapy, medical technicians Business Counterfeit Money Detection Personality Dimensions Management Leadership Customer Service Reach Ahead Experiences Field trips to: • Apprenticeship training sites • Colleges • Work sites • Universities To explore the possible pathways available in the Manufacturing or Business sector Recognition of Requirements • Students who complete the requirements for the OSSD and the SHSM will receive an OSSD with the SHSM seal. • Credits earned towards the SHSM are indicated on the provincial report card • Completion of the SHSM is recorded on the Ontario Student Transcript • Students receive an SHSM Record which documents their achievement of the required components of the SHSM Steps to Register….. • Sign the SHSM Application Form and submit to your child’s Guidance Counsellor • Meet with your Guidance Counsellor to discuss course selection ONTARIO SECONDARY SCHOOL DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS • • • • 30 credits (110 hours each) 18 compulsory subjects 12 options or electives 40 hours community service (approved service activities*) • OSSLT Compulsory Credits (Part 1) • • • • • • • • • 4 English- one credit per grade 1 French as a second language 3 Mathematics - at least one in Grade 11 or 12 2 Science 1 Canadian History (grade 10) 1 Canadian Geography (grade 9) 1 Arts (visual, music, drama ) 1 Health and Physical Education 1 Civics and Career Studies (0.50 Civics, 0.50 Career Studies) Compulsory Credits (Part 2) • GROUP 1- 1 of English, or a third language or Social Science, or Canadian and World Studies, French* or Co-op*- Gr. 11 Religion • GROUP 2 - 1 of Health and Physical Education or Business Studies or the Arts (Music, Art, Dance, Drama) , French* or Co-op* • GROUP 3 - 1 of Grade 11 or 12 Science or Grade 9-12 Technology, French*or Co-op* • * French & Co-op can only be used twice • Religion – 4 Credits, one per year How does a student choose courses? Course Selection is NOT to be completed alone. You must consider the following: o Speak with your subject teachers for recommendations o Review the course calendar (on-line) and carefully read course descriptions/course requirements o Discuss with parents/guardians o Research, gather information about post-secondary requirements o Understand all your options and requirements for graduation, including world of work, apprenticeship, college, university – refer to Careercruising o Meet with your Guidance Counsellor o Most grade 11 &12 courses have pre-requisites How does a student choose courses? • Graduation needs are important • Failures and compulsory courses as well as achieving 30 credits are the top priority of course selection • Any compulsory course failures from semester 1 must be included on your course planner • Post-Secondary requirements must be considered and explored Catching Up/Moving Ahead? • Must repeat compulsory failures • Revisions will be made in August after Summer School results have been confirmed • Remember that Summer School courses may not be available due to low enrolment • SMK will be a site. • Some students move ahead ( accelerate ) by taking a summer course. Enter your intentions in your course planner “summer school”. Catching Up Continued… • Accelerating or Failing marks under 35%: Summer School courses are all day for 4 weeks • Failing marks 35% to 49%: Summer School course is all day for 2 weeks • Compulsory courses are offered during Summer School and a few electives (all courses are subject to enrolment) • Some courses are available on-line • Register at both YCDSB and YRDSB beginning in late April Alternates • Choose 2 alternates • Alternates may be used if necessary…so choose wisely ! Alternates are used for the following reasons: Conflicts Cancelled courses Summer School Credits earned and timetable needs to be adjusted Course Selection Assistance • Regular in school appointments from Monday February 9 to Monday February 23, 2015. • After school assistance for on-line concerns will be available the week of February 17- 20. Switching Types – Grade 9 to 10 • Any student can easily switch from any grade 9 Academic course to any grade 10 Applied course • Students are able to switch from grade 9 Applied Science or English to grade 10 Academic Science/English (recommend 80%+ and Excellent Learning Skills) • In order to switch from grade 9 Applied Math to grade 10 Academic Math, students MUST take a transfer course in summer school (if available) or take the entire grade 9 Academic Math (recommended route) Grade 10 Course Locally Developed Applied Academic English ENG2L1 ENG2P1 ENG2D1 Open HRE2O1 Religion Math MAT2L1 MFM2P1 MPM2D1 Science SVN3E1 SNC2P1 SNC2D1 History CHC2L1 CHC2P1 CHC2D1 Civics CHV2O1 Careers GLC2O1 Elective 1 Elective 2 Grade 10 Electives • • • • • • • • • • • • ArtsDance ATC201 Drama ADA201 Instrumental Music AMU201 Vocal Music AMV201 Visual AVI201 Arts for Terrified AWA2O1 Business Studies- BBI201 Family Studies- HIF201 French- FSF2D1 Italian- LWI2D1 Physical and Health EducationPPL2O (M or F) • Technology• Communication Technology TGJ201 • Computer Tech THJ201 • Hairstyling and Aesthetics TXJ201 • Hospitality and Tourism TFJ201 • Manufacturing TMJ201 • Technological Design TDJ201 • Transportation Technology TTJ201 Elective Recommendations • 1 Credit in the Arts and 1 Credit in Physical Education are needed to graduate. Students are encouraged to complete these credits in Grades 9 and 10. • Grade 11 and 12 Arts credits, require completion of a Grade 9 or 10 pre-requisite. Eg. 11 Photography requires 9 or 10 Vis. Art • Physical Education courses in Grade 11 do not have pre-requisites. • Business, Physical Education, and Technology courses in grade 11 do not have pre-requisites. Although prior experience/background is highly recommended. Grade 10 Literacy Test (OSSLT) • Takes place in late March • Successful completion of the OSSLT is a diploma requirement • Grade 10 students are prepared for the test within the Grade 9 and 10 curriculum • If student was not successful in passing they may write again in Grade 11 • If the test is not completed in Grades 10 or 11, the student may take a Grade 11 or 12 credit course in lieu of passing the test GRADE 11 COMPULSORY COURSES Course Workplace ( E) College (C) English ENG3E1 NBE3C1 Religion HRF3OW Math MEL3E1 Elective 1 Elective 2 Elective 3 Elective 4 Elective 5 University/ University Open College (U) (O) (M) ENG3U1 HRT3M1 MBF3C1 MCF3M1 HRF3O1 MCR3U1 Selecting Courses for next year – entering grade 11 • Gr. 11 students must select 8 courses; only Religion, English and Mathematics are compulsory, the rest are electives. • Students selecting ENG3U must register in HRT3M, students in ENG3C must take HRF3O1, those in ENG3E must take HRF3OW. • Math is offered at U, M, C or E pathways in grade 11. Students selecting MCR3U1 should have achieved 75% or more in 10 academic and have good/excellent learning skills. • MCF3M is open to students who completed either 10 academic or applied (recommend 80% in applied) • Most grade 11 Electives have pre-requisites, exceptions are Business, Phys.Ed and Technology courses. GRADE 12 COMPULSORY COURSES Course Workplace ( E) College (C) English Religion ENG4E1 ENG4C1 Elective 1 Elective 2 Elective 3 Elective 4 Elective 5 Elective 6 HRE4OW University /College (M) University (U) Open (O) ENG4U1 HRE4M1 HZT4U1 HRE4O1 Selecting Courses for next year – entering Grade 12 • Gr. 12 students may select 6, 7 or 8 courses; only Religion, English are compulsory (i.e. up to 6 electives) • A minimum of 3 courses must be carried per semester • Students at 24 credits by the end of grade 11 – 6,7,8 courses • Students at 23 credits by the end of grade 11- 7 or 8 courses • Students at 22 credits by the end of grade 11 – 8 courses • Students selecting ENG4U must register in HRE4M or HZT4U (Philosophy) – they may take both. Students in ENG4C must take HRE4O1, those in ENG4E must take HRE4OW Changing Courses • Grade 11 & 12 students may change a course, for career/post-secondary pathway related reasons, within the first 2 weeks of a semester, subject to availability. • Grade 12 students only, may drop a course if they already have 4 courses in that semester. Students must carry at least 3 courses per semester. • If students drop a gr 11/12 course 6 days or more after mid-terms, the course & current mark will appear on a transcript. (full disclosure) • Grade 12 Students may also add a course to their schedule to fill-in a spare period within the first 2 weeks of a semester. • Students cannot drop English or Religion • Students cannot retake the same course in a given year at SMK (must do night/virtual/summer school) • Grade 10 students are not permitted to change electives Co-Operative Education • Offered as a 2 credit course in grade 11 and as a 2, 3 or 4 credit option in grade 12 • School arranges the placement • Students are at a work placement for 14 days, the 15th day is spent at school. • Evaluation is based on in class work, assignments and workplace performance. • Teacher monitors student progress through frequent workplace visits. • Can use up to 2 co-op credits to count as compulsory credits for group 1, 2 or 3. Co-Operative Education Cont’d What is the Process? • Student selects Co-Op (COOP12 -2 credit) in their course planner • Co-Op information/permission sheets submitted • Interview and teacher recommendations • Co-Op placements arranged by the school Why take Co-Op? • Experiential learning/ Hands on opportunity • Apprenticeship opportunities (OYAP) • Unsure of future career paths • Part of SHSM pathway ( Manufacturing/Business/Health & Wellness) • Opportunity to learn in a non-traditional setting • Make connections, future employment opportunities Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) • Register in Co-op • Sign and train as an apprentice in high school • Opportunity to earn apprenticeship hours/competencies and high school credits • Accelerated 4 credit option in sem. 2 gr.12 • See Guidance or Coop for more info DUAL CREDIT • Allows students to earn both a high school credit and college credit simultaneously • Available to all grade 11 and 12 students but works especially well for those in co-op • Attend college (Seneca, Humber, Centennial or Georgian) one afternoon per week. • Transportation in some cases is provided. • Program is FREE! • Register in May for Sem. 1 and in Nov. for Sem. 2. Science Pathways SNC 1L1 Gr. 9 Science Locally Dev SNC 1P1 Gr. 9 Science Applied SNC 2P1 Gr.10 Science, Applied SVN 3E1 Gr.11 Env. Sci. Workplace. SBI3C1 Gr.11 Biology, College SVN3M1 Gr.11 Env.Sci. Univ/Coll SNC 1D1 Gr. 9 Science Academic SNC 2D1 Gr.10 Science Academic SNC4E1 Gr.12 Workplace SCH4C1 Gr.12. Chemistry, College SPH4C1 Gr.12 Physics, College SBI3U1 Gr.11 Biology, University SBI4U1 Gr.12 Biology, University SCH3U1 Gr.11 Chemistry University SCH4U1 Gr.12 Chemistry, University SPH3U1 Gr.11 Physics University SPH4U1 Gr.12 Physics, University Mathematics Pathways MAT1L1 Gr. 9 Mathematics Local. Dev MAT2L1 Gr. 9 Mathematics Locally Dev. MFM1P1 Gr.9 Math / Foundations Applied MFM2P1 Gr.10 Math/ Foundations Applied Transfer Course MPM1D1 Gr.9 Math Principles of Academic MPM2D1 Gr.10 Math Principles of Academic MEL3E1 Gr.11 Math for Work/Life Workplace MBF3C1 Gr.11 Math Foundations College MCF3M1 Gr.11 Functions/Ap Univ/College MCR3U1 Gr. 11 Functions University MEL4E1 Gr.12 Math for Work/Life Workplace MAP4C1 Gr.12 Math Foundations College MCT4C1 Gr. 12 Math for Tech. College MDM4U1 Gr.12 Data Management University MHF4U1 Gr. 12 Adv. Functions University MHF4U1 must be taken prior to or concurrently with MCV4U1 MCV4U1 Gr.12 Calculus & Vectors University English Pathways – Compulsory Only ENG1L1 Gr.9 English Local Dev. ENG2L1 Gr.10 English, Local Dev ENG3E1 Gr.11 English Workplace ENG4E1 Gr.12 English Workplace ENG1P1 Gr.9 English Applied ENG2P1 Gr.10 English, Applied ENG3C1 Gr.11 English, College ENG4C1 Gr.12 English College ENG1D1 Gr.9 English, Academic ENG2D1 Gr.10 English, Academic ENG3U1 Gr.11 English University ENG4U1 Gr.12 English University Apprenticeship? College? University? Apprenticeship • A way of learning a skilled trade from professional tradesperson (journey person) • Combines on the job training with an in school component at a college, union or technical school • Best accessed in high school through Co-op Ed. (OYAP) and technology based courses • Sectors: Service, Industrial, Automotive, Construction Why you should consider Apprenticeships! • Job availability (DEMAND) • Job variety – hundreds of career opportunities • Above average wages • No student debt • Ability to move throughout Canada • Opportunity to be self-employed Apprenticeship Pathways GRADE 11 • English 11 C or E • Math 11 C or E Recommended : Co-Operative Education (OYAP) Technology Can take “U” or “M” courses too GRADE 12 • English 12 C or E • Math 12 C Or 12 Workplace Math Recommended: Co-Operative Education (OYAP) Technology Can take “U” or “M” courses too Apprenticesearch.com Is College for You? • There are 28 colleges in Ontario, several in the GTA • Most programs are typically career-focused and more hands-on than university • 1 year certificate programs • 2 or 3 year Diploma programs • 4 year Degree Programs & Joint C/U programs (require 6 U or M credits) • ENG 4C or 4U required for all programs (not ENG4E) • Specific courses may be required for admission to specific programs – check individual college websites • 12 Math required for some programs (business, technology, health science) • MCT4C – College Tech Math for College technology programs • 11 or 12 Sciences required for selected programs Sample College Programs – Over 600 Program Choices ! • dental hygienist* and assistant • computer engineering technician • paramedic* • police foundations* • business administration • tourism and travel • desktop publishing • paralegal • forestry operations • theatre arts performance * highly competitive/oversubscribed College – Highly Competitive Programs (over-subscribed) • Paramedic, Firefighter, Police Foundations • Practical Nursing, Respiratory Therapy, Medical Radiation Technician, • Fitness/Health Promo, MT • Veterinary Tech/Assist, Dental Hygienist/Assist • Graphic Design, Game Development • Social Service Worker, CYW, ECE • Broadcasting WWW.ONTARICOLLEGES.CA College to University Transfers • Refer to www.ONtransfer.ca or to specific college websites for details • GAS (General Arts & Science or Liberal Arts) – University Transfer options • Pre-Health / Pre-Nursing Programs • Complete a 2 or 3 year diploma in a specific program & then continue in related program in university (e.g. Seneca Business Admin – 3 year diploma, then enter Ryerson in degree year 3) (Transfer/Articulation agreements) University Pathway • 21 Universities in Ontario • Offer Bachelor Degrees (4 yrs) & post-grad studies • More theoretical/abstract and broad-based learning than College • Require 6 grade 12 “U” or “M” courses for admission, including ENG4U. Admission is based on the average of these 6 courses • Admission averages vary greatly among schools/programs. • Specific program requirements vary greatly. • Science/Engineering require U Math and Science in grade 11 and 12 • Grade 11 marks are considered for early offers of admission for some programs , need over 85% General Guidelines for Required Courses for University ARTS ENG4U1 + 5 Other U/M grade 12 courses SCIENCE ENG4U1 MHF4U1 Any 2 or 3 of MCV4U1, SBI4U1, SCH4U1, SPH4U1 BUSINESS ENG4U1 MHF4U1 MCV4U1 (selected schools-MDM) + any 3 other U/M grade 12 courses. * note: check each school, required courses vary! Example of University Business Programs QUEENS COMMERCE • 87%+ average • Excellent PSE • At least 80% in ENG4U & MCV4U, one other 12 U Math • Max of 2 4M courses BROCK BUS.ADMIN • 78% average, low 80’s for co-op • ENG4U and any two 4 U Maths WINDSOR COMMERCE • 75% average • ENG4U and any 4 U Math no minimums LAURIER BUS. ADMIN • High 80’s • ENG4U at 70% or +, MHF4U at 70% or higher and one other 4 U Math at 60 % or higher University- Electronicinfo.ca Mapping backwards from the chosen destination(s) • Use the blank education planning sheet to indicate the realistic and appropriate program(s) & institutions. Career Cruising allows students to plan electronically. • List Grade 12 courses required for selected post secondary program & list other elective 12U, 12M or 12C, 12E courses • Check grade 11 prerequisites to grade 12 courses • Check selection of grade 11 and 12 courses and ensure grade 10 or 11 prerequisites St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic High School Program Pathway HIGH SCHOOL COURSE PLANNER Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 ENG 1D1 ENG 1P1 ENG 1L1 HRE 1O1 English English English Math MPM 1D1 MFM 1P1 MAT 1L1 Math 4. Science SNC 1D1 SNC 1P1 SNC 1L1 Science 5. Canadian Geography CGC 1D1 6. French 1. English 2. Religion 3. FSF 1D1 FSF 1P1 Option – Pys. Ed/Arts/Business/ Tech 7. Religion ENG 2D1 ENG 2P1 ENG 2L1 HRE 2O1 MPM 2D1 MFM 2P1 MAT 2L1 ENG 3U1 ENG 3C1 ENG 3E1 Religion HRT 3M1 HRF 3O1 Math ENG 4U1 ENG 4C1 ENG 4E1 Religion HRE 4M1 HRE 4O1 HZT 4U1 MCR 3U1 MCF 3M1 MBF 3C1 MEL 3E1 SNC 2D1 SNC 2P1 SVN 3E1 Canadian CHC2D1 History CHC2P1 CHC2L1 Civics (.5) CHV2O1 Careers(.5) GLC2O1 Option 8. Requirements for OSSD: 1. 18 Compulsory credits 2. 3. 12 Elective credits Success in Grade 10 Literacy Test 4. 40 hours Community Service Compulsory Courses: 1. 4 English (1 per grade) 2. 3 Math (1 at grade 11 or 12) 3. 2 Science 4. 1 French 5. 1 Canadian History 6. 1 Canadian Geography 7. 1 Arts 8. 1 Physical & Health Education 9. .5 Civics (Gr 10) 10. .5 Career Studies (Gr 10) Plus: 4 Religion Plus: Group 1: 1 additional credit in English, Or French as a second language, or a Native language, or a classical or an international language, or social sciences and the humanities, or Canadian and world studies, or guidance and career ed, or co-op. ( Grade 11 religion !) Group 2: 1 additional credit in health and physical education, or the arts, or business studies, or co-op. Group 3: 1 additional credit in science, or technological education, or co-op. What Parents can do... • • • • • See student planning sheets Work on Career Cruising with your child Talk casually about future goals Inquire about recent results in each subject Become familiar with OSSD requirements listed in the student planning sheets and calendar • Check out education/career web sites (see school website) Continued- What Parents can do • Plan backward once a destination(s) is apparent Discuss appropriate choices for the next grade • Ensure that the option sheet is signed & returned (with fees) on time – by February 24, 2015 • Carefully check the Course Verification Sheet • Follow up with your child on status of timetable in the spring • Be informed about school policies (e.g. timetable changes, dropping courses, full disclosure). • Encourage community involvement for their diploma requirement. Question Period • Course Selection Questions • SHSM Questions • Co-op We appreciate your presence this evening. We hope it was helpful. THANK YOU, GOOD NIGHT!
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