abbey park high school course selection process parent information evening 2011
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Abbey Park High School
Course Selection ProcessParent Information Evening 2011
All Grade 10 students will study
• English (Applied or Academic)
• Math (Applied or Academic)
• Science (Applied or Academic)
• Canadian History (Applied or Academic) • Civics .5 credit (Open, can be done on line)
• Career Studies .5 credit (Open, can be done on line)
• Plus 3 elective courses
All Grade 11 students will study
• English: Workplace, College, or University level
• Math: Workplace - Work for Everyday Life College – Foundations for College Math M- Apprenticeships/College/University
U- Pre-requisite for university level grade 12 courses
• Plus 6 Electives courses: - depending on career pathway, interests, skills, talents, &
enjoyment.
All Grade 12 students will study:
• English: Workplace, College, or University level– All universities & college degree programs require ENG 4U,
– College diploma programs & apprenticeships require 4C or 4U.
• Plus 5 or more Electives depending on career pathway, interest, skills, talents, & enjoyment.
High School Compulsory CreditsTotal 30 credits
• 4 English credits – gr. 9, 10, 11, 12
• 3 Math credits – usually gr. 9, 10, 11
• 2 Science credits, usually this is 9 & 10.
• 1 Canadian Geography – grade 9
• 1 Canadian History – grade 10
• Careers & Civics – grade 10, you can take this online
Compulsory Credits
• 1 Arts credit in Gr. 9 or 10.
1 French credit
• 1 Physical Education credit
Group Requirements
• Group 1:
1 credit from the following
– English, - 5th course
– Language -2nd course
– Social Sciences
– Humanities (Family Studies)
– Guidance (Leadership, Learning Strategies)
– Co-operative Education
• Group 2– Phys. Ed. 2nd course
– Arts, 2nd course
– Business
– Co-operative Education
• Group 3
- Technology (TTI gr. 9)
- Science (11, 12)
- Co-operative Education
Subject Promotion
• You may NOT move forward in a compulsory credit until you pass that grade
• Summer/Night School is available to redo a course, improve a grade or reach ahead.
• You can retake the course in semester 1 in the next grade year.
Selecting the Most Appropriate Level: Applied or Academic (9 & 10) College or University (11 & 12)
• To continue in the academic level a mark over 70% is recommended for future success
• You may upgrade a mark at summer school.
Gr. 9 – 11: 2 weeks if you have over 40%
Gr. 12: no upgrade, must retake entire course
Selecting the Most Appropriate Level: Applied or Academic?
Applied leads directly to:• Work• Apprenticeships• College diploma
programs
Academic leads directly to: • Work, apprenticeships,
college diploma programs
• College degree programs• University programs
Select courses for your career path!• All university & college degree programs
require 6 grade 12 U or M level courses. Co-op is not a U or M level.
• College diploma courses require college or university level courses. Co-op is looked upon favourably.
• Apprenticeships require college, or university level courses. Math is important, co-op is looked upon favourably.
Pre- requisite courses
• Most grade 12 courses require a grade 11
pre- requisite course. Read the program book
& flow chart carefully.
Selecting Courses….
The courses required for future pathway destination
The courses required for postsecondary programs
To help become a well rounded person
Of interest For enjoyment That you can excel in
That open up a whole new world
Do not select a course to be with a friend
Do not select a course to make life easy
Electives: So many to choose from!
Visual Arts
Drama Music Instrumental & Vocal
Fashion Industry Food & Nutrition Science
Family Sociology
Accounting Business - Organizational Management
Communication in Business & Technology
French/Spanish Literature Studies Writer’s Craft
Cooperative Education
Learning Strategies
Native Studies
Canada & World Issues
World Geography & Urban Patterns
World History
Economics Law Environ. & Resource Management (Online)
Canadian & World Politics (Online)
World Religions
Intro to Anthropology, Psychology & Sociology
Exercise Science Social Justice Personal Fitness
Math for Work & Everyday Life
Foundations for College Math
Math for College Technology
Data Management Advanced Functions
Calculus & Vectors
(NEW) MCVAP
Biology Chemistry Physics SPH4CO online
Earth & Space Science (Online)
Cooperative Education
Environmental Science
Technology Electives:
Communication
Technology
Cosmetology Apprenticeship Cosmetology
Construction Cabinetmaking
Technological Design
Interior Design
Transportation
Technology Vehicle Ownership
Computer & Info. Science
Computer Engineering
Cooperative Education
Looking for Something Different? Check out these Regional SHSM
Opportunities!• Bronte Creek• Canadian Forces• Halton Home Builders • Personal Support Worker• Gary Allan Self Reliant• International Baccalaureate• Ford Academy of Manufacturing Sciences- FAMS• SHSM
SHSM SectorsSHSM Sectors
• NOT-FOR-PROFIT• BUSINESS• Arts & Culture
• Aviation & Aerospace
• Construction
• Education & Training
• Energy
• Environment
• Health & Wellness
• Horticulture & Landscaping
• Hospitality & Tourism
• Information & Communications Technology
• Justice, Community Safety & Emergency Services
• Manufacturing
• Sports & Recreation
• Transportation
Non Profit: Non Profit: Social Justice and Community DevelopmentSocial Justice and Community Development
• The Social Justice and Community Development SHSM will provide students with the tools to become engaged community members. It will foster the development of socially aware, globally minded critical thinkers.
• Through this program, students will KNOW the role of NGOs in a local national and global context. Students will UNDERSTAND, through a variety of experiences, the complex issues associated with social justice and community development; diversity, sensitivity, equity and inclusion, civic mindedness, global thinking. Further they will understand the processes associated with facilitating communities as they identify their needs and goals.
Business SHSM OverviewBusiness SHSM Overview
• A cross-curricular program that focuses on the integration of Business Studies with Mathematics, English, and experiential learning
• A program dedicated to those interested in any sort of business-related activities for their career
• A great way to gain experience in the field; more preparation for the world of business!
• Demonstrates the different pathways within business
Apprenticeships - OYAPAuto Body & Auto Painter
Transportation Hairstylist
Welding Earl y Childhood Educator
Precision Machining/ Millwright
HVAC Chef/Baker Child and Youth Worker
Carpentry/Cabinet Making
Electrical
Halton’s eLearning:• Civics & / or Careers• Music & Computers (AMM3MO)• Canadian & World Politics (CPW4UO)• Earth & Space Science (SES4UO)• Environmental & Resource Management (CGR4M0) • Entrepreneurship: Venture Planning in an
Electronic Age (BDV4CO)• Math for College Technology (MCT 4CO)• Philosophy: Questions & Theories
(HZT4UO)• College Physics SPH 4CO)
• English (ENG4UO)
• Chemistry (SCH4CO)
• Family Sociology (HHS4MO)
• Intro to Anthro (HSP3MO)
• Bus Technology (BTA3OO)
• Computer Science (ICS3UO)
• Environmental Science (SVN3MO)
• Health for Life (PPZ3OO)
• Designing Your Future (GWL3OO)
Volunteer Hours / Literacy Test
• Students should be currently working on completing 40 community service hours by the end of Grade 12
• All students must successfully pass the grade 10 Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test
Unsure what courses to Select? Seek advice from:• Teachers• Older students• Parents• Guidance Counsellors Mrs. Cole – grades 10 & 12
Mr. Maras – grades 10 & 11
Ms. Barran – grade 9
Mr. Richards – grade 9 & Student Success
Access the AP Program Book
Research, Research, Research!
Look at:
• myblueprint.ca (“haltonboards”- activation key)
• Apprenticeships - www.apprenticesearch.com
• Colleges - www.ocas.on.ca
• Universities - www.ouac.on.ca
• Ontario School Counsellors Association
- www.osca.ca
• Career Cruising – www.careercruising.com
user name – halton password – abbey
Full Disclosure!
• In grade 11 & 12 if students are not doing well in a course and do not think they can earn the credit they can drop that course before April 26, 2011
• If dropped by this date it will not show on a student’s transcript.
Full-time or Part-time students• Must select a minimum of 6 courses to be a
fulltime student and attend Abbey Park• Fulltime status is required to participate on
school teams & clubs, is often required for extended health plan coverage, some family benefits and some car insurance policies
• APHS policy is to not allow Part-Time studies
Online Course Selection Process
• Grade Assemblies
• Period 1: Option sheets, Courses flowchart
Program Planners, Review program book
• Start selecting course selections for next year
• Parent Information Meeting on Course Selection
Thursday February 3rd 2011 @ 7:00pm
Online Course Selection Process
• Online Site opens: Mon. Jan. 10th, 2011• Online Site closes: Feb. 18th, 2011
• Online web site may be accessed from school or home. Website address on your option sheet. Enter your courses, print off your verification sheet.
• Review your credit history & your choices with semester 2 period 1 teacher or Student Services
Online Course Selection Process
• Completed paper option sheets require parental signature.
• DOUBLE CHECK for accuracy• By Friday, February 18th, 2011 signed paper option
sheets stapled to online verification sheet submitted to semester 2, period 1 teacher.
• Students without a period 1 class are to submit their sheets to Student Services
Avoid long lines in August & THE DISAPPOINTMENT
• Avoid the disappointment of not being able to get into a course in September or February
• SELECT THE COURSES YOU NEED AND WANT NOW. RESEARCH WHAT YOU NEED FOR YOUR FUTURE!
Working Backwards Grade 12 Grade 11
Arts ENG4U 5 other U/M ENG3U
Business ENG4U, MHF4U,
MCV4U or MDM4U
3 other U/M courses
ENG3U, MCR3U
Science ENG4U, MHF4U, MCV4U, 2 of SCH4U, SPH4U, SBI4U,
1 other U/M course
ENG3U, MCR3U,
SCH3U, SPH3U, SBI3U
Engineering ENG4U,
MHF4U, MCF4U, SCH4U, SPH4U
1 other U/M course
ENG3U, MCR3U,
SCH3U, SPH3U,
Returning for Grade 13?
• Students are welcome to do so, about 25 – 30% do in Ontario as at Abbey Park H.S.
• Evaluate the reasons for returning
• If returning for 1 semester only, students must take a minimum of 3 credits
• If returning for the entire year, students must select a minimum of 6 credits.
If only 1 credit is required:
Consider other possibilities:
• Gary Allan High School – Self Reliant
• Summer school
• Night school
• Co-operative education
• On-Line
ANY QUESTIONS?