REGISTRATION AT COLONEL GRAY

REGISTRATION AT COLONEL GRAYINFORMATION FOR INTERMEDIATE STUDENTS REGISTERING AT COLONEL GRAY 2014-2015High School the next step in the journey

begin with the end in mind whats your dream for your future ?

A High School Graduation Certificate is required for most entry level jobs in 2014

the world of workhttp://careermarketingonline.com/To be competitive a student should have a minimum average of 70% in courses at the highest level he/she can completea college diploma

http://www.mypolice.ca/images/apa%20cadets%20%5B1%5D.jpgTo be accepted at a university you must have at least a 70% in academic English (ENG621A) and a minimum average of 70% in 5 grade 12 academic courses

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How can you get from here (Gr. 9) to thereyour future!

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High School Program

A minimum of 20 credits are required.10 are required and 10 you choose.Each course has 110 hours of instruction and earns 1 credit.Students must earn 50% in a course to receive credit. (70% will give you many more opportunities after graduation.)Provincial Graduation RequirementsWhat is success in high school?Completing the EAL courses to support English language learning.Earning 4 credits every semester - using 3 years to graduate -24 credits Having good marks in courses that will prepare you for work or school choosing courses which will support your English language learning.Join the IB Program and complete the 2 year program. htttp://sites.google.com/site/theibatcolonelgray/

Planning for Success in SchoolBegin with the End in MindChoose the Courses at the Correct level for you at this time.Success leads to more successYou can always change levels when you have the skills you need for the next level

START STRONGFULL ATTENDANCE IS ESSENTIAL !WORK HARD FROM DAY 1!COMPLETE ASSIGNMENTS AND PROJECTS ON TIME !ASK FOR HELP WHEN YOU NEED ITDONT WAIT, WE ARE HERE TO HELP YOU REACH YOUER GOALS!

Success Formulas in High SchoolEach student at Colonel Gray is part of a POD, you will have an administrator, a counselor and a resource specialist to support you throughout your high school career...

Each student has the same homeroom advisor from grade 10 to graduation. The advisor works with you on your academic plan over the next few years

How can we at Colonel Gray help you achieve your goals and future dreamsEach school year has 2 semesters .Semester 1 - September to end of January.Semester 2 - February to end of JuneA Student registers to take 4 courses each semester.8 courses each year to complete 8 credits.In three years the student can complete 24 credits.Semester System11Individualized ProgramsEach student creates their education path.Students register for courses that suit their own educational goals.

You are creating a plan for your futureHow is a High school program different from Intermediate school?Consider:The program choice is mainly determined by your marks in grade 9 - Your current report cardRecommendations of your current teachersWhat you know about your own strengths and weaknesses in individual subjectsYour plans for career and education when you finish high school University College Work Advice from your parents and other adultsHow do you know what courses to register for?Career Crusing is a web based site which students and their parents can access to explore interests and options for the future.Students can get their username and password from their school counselor.http://www.careercruising.com/

Career Cruising

Parent SeriesIts time to have the talkEncourage your child to dreamAwakening your childs interestsThe role personality plays in career planningCareer exploration finding the factsChoosing a career pathDeciding on a careerTeaching the importance of work ethicBuilding a collection of career toolsDeveloping a career plan

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Colonel Gray Grade 10 Course HandbookAvailable on lineColonel Gray High SchoolCourse Handbook Grade 102014-2015

MAT421K Apprenticeship and Workplace Mathematics replaces MAT431A.

New curriculum for PED401A Physical Education - Wellness

New in 2014-20153 English credits (EN)- Grade 10, 11, & 121 Language credit (LA)2 Math credits (MA)2 Science credits (SC)2 Social Studies credits (SS) plus10 credits of your choice (based on your career path)5 credits at grade 12 level (600 or 800)Provincial Course Requirements for GraduationDeveloping a Graduation Plan for Success in High School

General ProgramThe general program provides the skills necessary for many 2-year post secondary programs and trades-based careers.Courses are less theoretical and emphasize practical applications.Elective courses provide opportunities to explore career options.General ProgramDeveloping a Graduation Plan for Success in High School

Academic ProgramCourses prepare the student for university or college programs.

Electives provide opportunities to explore career interests.Academic ProgramThe Rebel Academy is for boys who are bored with the traditional classroom structure and want to become part of a team of learners. We teach the grade 10 courses through hands-on activities and student-centered learning. Boys who register for this program will take their core grade 10 subjects with the same 4 teachers all year. We dont have textbooks andwe don't teach facts - we teach skills.

Courses for 2013-14 are: ENG421A, MAT421A, HIS421A, SCI421A, PED401A

Rebel Academy Developing a Graduation Plan for Success in High SchoolInternational Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeProvides a rigorous academic program for students who are seeking a particular challenge in high school. The IB Diploma Programme is a grade 11 and 12 program but students enroll in the IB candidate courses intended to prepare them for the IB programme.The Colonel Gray pre-IB grade 10 program includes 7 set courses and 1 elective. Courses include ENG421B, MAT421B, SCI421B, HIS421B, WRT421A, FRE421F or FRE421A, PED401A and one elective.International Baccalaureate All students entering the Grade 10 academic program at Colonel Gray are encouraged to complete the Writing 421A course. A student who successfully completes the outcomes for this course will be more prepared to achieve at a higher level in future academic language based courses.Students entering the grade 10 general level program are strongly encouraged to complete the RES701D (Writing 461A) course for similar reasons.To Build a Successful ProgramExample:

MAT421A [301]MAT - Abbreviation for the area of study (Math)

4 - Year the course is usually taken (4 is gr.10)2 - Course classification (2 is academic)1 - Credit value (1 credit)A - Language of instruction is English

[301] - the unique code used to input the information to the computerCourse Identification CodesEvery student takes English (EN)

ENG421A - English [Academic]ENG431A - English [General]ENG451A - English [Practical]ORyou may first be completing:EAL701A & EAL701BEAL701CEAL701D then English

Choosing your English CourseEach student takes Math (MA)

MAT421A Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-Calculus Girls only may be an optionMAT421K Apprenticeship and Workplace MathematicsMAT451A - Math [Practical]

You may take RES401A(Math Resource) before MAT421A if your mark is between 55% and 70%Choosing your Math CourseEach of you take Science (SC)

SCI421A - Science [Academic]SCI701A - Applied Science [Open]SCI431A - Science [General]SCI461A - Science [Practical]

Choosing your Science Course Each student takes Social Studies (SS)CAS401A - Canadian Studies [Open]GEO421A - Geography of Canada [Academic]HIS421A - Ancient and Medieval History [Academic]HIS421G - Le Canada Dans le Monde [Academic] [FI]SOC451A Social Studies [Practical]Choosing your Social Studies CourseFRE421F - Language Arts [Academic] [FI]This course is required for all French immersion students

WRT421A - Writing [Academic] (recommended)FRE421A - Core French [Academic]LSK551A - Life Skills [Practical]RES701C and 701D [Open]- Resource LiteracyFrench and Writing are required for the Grade 10 pre-IB

Choosing a Language Credit All students take Phys Ed

PED401A of PED401F (Fit)Gym based all semesterMusic students choose PED401AEvery second day with Music 421A for the year.Adding your Physical Education Course All students have some electivesMUS421A - Music [Band]Required for students wanting to continue as band studentsAdditional Electives based on your interestElectives towards Business and Innovation Academy Diploma (BUS701A, CEO401A and ITC401A are possible choices)Electives towards Career and Technical Education (CTE) Skilled Trades Certificate (DES701A, CAR701A, AUT701A, WEL701A, FDS421A)Choosing your Electives31

Students completing 6 credits from the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Skilled Trades course selection with a minimum of 70% in each course will receive a CTE Skilled Trades Certificate.

Skilled Trades CertificateRequirements:6 courses must be completed in French Immersion to be eligible to write the DELF exam(an official French proficiency certification).

It is recommended that students take 1 French Immersion course each semester.Students are required complete 2 French Immersion courses each year 1 language credit and 1 social studies credit.French Immersion CertificateColonel Gray is in the early stages of presenting an Academy Diploma Program in Business and Innovation. Students who enter the ADP will have a focus on the skills of business and innovation in their high school program.

Academy Diploma Program in Business and InnovationRES701A - Provides teacher support:In helping students with learning in other current course work.In developing essential student skills for study and organization.In completing the requirements for a specific course, math, English, etc.Teacher referral is requiredResource ProgramsEnglish Additional LanguageStudents are placed into the appropriate level based on an English language assessment or achievement in current EAL programs.There are two strands of language learningListening and SpeakingReading and Writing English Additional Language CoursesEAL701A - Beginner Reading and WritingEAL701B - Beginner Listening and SpeakingEAL701C - Intermediate (all strands)EAL701D - Advanced (all strands)Students will have the greatest success in future literature courses (ENG421A, ENG521A, ENG621A) if they achieve a minimum of 80% in their EAL coursesand then also take WRT421A.

EAL ProgramsMusicalDramaS.A.D.D. Students against Distracted DrivingYearbookSafe GradBully BustersFree the ChildrenProm Committee

Key ClubStudent CouncilEncounters Canada - Trip to the Terry Fox CentreCompetitive SportsIntramural SportsJAG30 Hour FamineImprovExtra Curricular OpportunitiesREGISTRATION DATES for 2014-5 Colonel Gray Library

Thursday, March 27 Birchwood students

Friday, March 28 Queen Charlotte studentsCOME TO COLONEL GRAY PREPARED TO CHOOSE YOUR COURSES FOR NEXT YEAR.DONT FORGET:FINAL MARKS >>>COURSES FOR GRADE 10ATTENDANCE >>> COURSE SELECTION