Point Grey Course Planning 2014: The Grade 11 Year

1. Point Grey Course Planning 2014:The Grade 11 Year Welcome!

2. The Agenda • Course Planning Process and Timeline • Graduation Program • Grade 11 Course Selection • Post Secondary

3. Course planning process & Timeline

4. Course Planning Process & Timeline • Course Planning Night for Parents February 4 • Guidance Presentations in classes February 6- 19th • Signed course selection forms due by February 28 • Choices reviewed by Counsellor February – April • Student schedules randomly built based upon course requests • Timetabling conflicts resolved throughout the spring and summer

5. Course planning process & timeline Course Change Requests • Changes can be made to course requests from February to June by speaking with the grade counsellor • Students will receive the course timetable on the first day of school (September 2, 2014) • Incomplete timetables, conflicting courses, and course change requests will be entertained by appointment during the first few weeks of September • Course change deadline: October 3, 2014

6. Summer School Intentions Summer School Letter of Intent • Must be completed for all summer school completion courses • Failure to communicate summer school plans using this form may result in an incorrect timetable • Priority for course requests will be given to students who have accurately communicated their plans according to this process

7. Distributed Learning Intentions Distributed Learning Letter of Intent • Must be filled out for any course taken online or via paper-based correspondence • Students are still required to complete the minimum number of Point Grey Courses • Students will not receive instruction or support for distributed learning courses at Point Grey • Failure to communicate distributed learning plans using this form may result in an incorrect timetable • Priority for course requests will be given to students who have accurately communicated their plans according to this process

8. Graduation Program

9. The Graduation Program In order to graduate with a Dogwood in British Columbia a student must earn a total of 80 credits: • 48credits in required “core” courses • 28 credits in electivecourses • 4 credits in Graduation Transitions • 30 hours of workand/orvolunteer experience • 150 minutes per week of documented Physical Activity • A written resume and graduation transition plan

10. Graduation Requirements • Graduation Transitions • 30 hours of paid or volunteer work • 150 minutes of physical activity per week • a written resume + a graduation transition plan The BC Ministry of Education requires students to complete 80 credits in Grades 10, 11 and 12 to graduate. Our full-year courses are all worth 4 credits.

11. Graduation Credit Summary

12. Provincial Exams 5 Courses with required provincial exams:

13. Provincial Exam Scholarships A student will receive a $1000 Examinations Scholarship if he or she: Meets the basic eligibility requirements Writes and passes one exam in each of the exam categories from grades 10-12 Achieves at least a “B” (73% or above) final mark (provincial exam and school mark combined) in Langauge Arts 12 Ranks among the top 5,000 scholarship students in BC (based on their percentage score). A student will receive a $2500 Examinations Scholarship if he or she: Meets the basic eligibility requirements Ranks among the top 20 scholarship students in BC (based on their percentage score). For more on student awards and scholarships visit: www.bced.gov.bc.ca/awards/

14. Grade 11 Course Selection

15. Course Selection Requirements for Students entering Grade 11 •  Eight (8) courses will be selected for next year • Generally, students will have: • 4 Core Courses • 1 Second Language/Skills course • 3 other Electives (note: this may vary) • Students will submit a signed Course Planning form to me by February 28, 2014

16. Grade 11 Core Courses English 11 orCommunications 11 a Social Studies 11 (with Provincial Exam) - S.S. 11 - Civics 11 - First Nations Studies 12

17. Grade 11 core courses a Mathematics 11 - Apprenticeship & Workplace Math 11 - Foundations of Math 11 (Not offered at Point Grey) - Pre-Calculus Math 11 a Science 11 (or 12, if you have the prerequisite course) - Biology 11 - Chemistry 11 - Physics 11 - Earth Science 11

18. English Courses

19. Mathematics courses

20. MathematicsCourses • Apprenticeship and Workplace Mathematics 11 • Pre-Calculus 11 • Double Block Pre-Calculus 11 • Recommended for student who need extra math support • Recommended as “TERMINAL” math class. • Calculus 12 • AP Calculus 12 (see conditions, pg. 8)* NOT OFFERED AT POINT GREY: • Apprenticeship & Workplace Mathematics 12 • Foundations of Mathematics 11/12

21. Science Courses • Biology 11 • Biology 12 • Prerequisite: Science 10 (although Biology 11 is recommended) • Chemistry 11 • Earth Science 11 • Physics 11

22. Social Studies Courses

23. Modern Languages Courses • French 10 - 12 • Beginner Japanese 11 • Japanese 11 / 12 • Beginner Spanish 11 • Spanish 11 / 12 • Musqueam Language 11

24. English Language Learners Student placement in ELL classes is determined based on: English language proficiency comprehensive assessments of students’ reading, writing, speaking and listening abilities the professional judgement of teachers in both regular and ESL classes As a student’s ability in the English language increases he/she is placed in an increasing number of regular academic and elective classes and is offered an additional English language support until this support is no longer needed.

25. Skills Development Centre The Skills Development Centre (SDC) is designed to assist students in achieving their full potential in all academic areas. The SDC is staffed with a SDC teacher and a Resource teacher. “Skills” blocks are assigned in consultation with teachers, the school based resource team, students and parents. Students receive one-to-one assistance where concepts are clarified, re-taught and reinforced. Students also have access to course resource materials. The SDC is recommended for students who experience difficulty with: Organization Time management Study skills Learning strategies Classroom adaptations If you have been in “Skills” and would like to continue; please select a “Skills” block. If you would like to be considered for a “Skills” block, please see your counsellor.

26. Applied skills courses

27. Applied skills courses (continued)

28. Fine Arts Courses • Art 11 • Art Careers 11 • Commercial Design 11 • Film Studies 12 (preference given to grade 12 students) • Photography 11 • Visual Art 3-D 11 • Yearbook 11(off timetable)*

29. Performing arts(Drama) • Acting 11 • Stagecraft 11 • Theatre PM (off timetable) • Audition Required • Theatre Criticism 11 (off timetable)

30. Performing arts (Music)

31. Physical Education Courses • P.E. 11 Co-ed • P.E. 11 Girls (Active Living) • P.E. Leadership 11 • Weight Training 11

32. Service-based electives Peer Tutoring This is an elective 4 credit course open to grade 11 and 12 students. As a tutor you will be providing one-to-one support in one of the following areas: • Skills Development Centre • LA Life Skills • Life Skills • in class, academic tutoring of grade 8 and 9 students. Community Leadership Community service is a 4 credit elective open to Grade 11 & 12 students. • Emphasis on Social responsibility, environmental stewardship and community engagement

33. AP Courses • Preference is given to Grade 12 students • University level courses • High marks can qualify for university credit • Can have good optics on applications to American Universities • Limited seats available. • Application process includes teacher reference • Admitted students are not permitted to withdraw • More info – see page 7

34. Ap Courses • AP Psychology 12 • AP Computer Science • AP English Literature • AP Calculus • AP Biology • AP Chemistry • AP Physics (see page 7 for more information)

35. Post-Secondary planning

36. Post-Secondary Planning There are different types of post secondary institutions (PSIs): • colleges • trade schools • universities • private institutions Each Institution has a multitude of programs (e.g. faculty; area of specialization; certificate; diploma, etc…) and program requirements that are necessary for an applicant to gain entry into that particular program. Please start your research NOW to avoid disappointment later!

37. Post-Secondary Planning Entrance to universities is usually the most competitive. In general, to apply to Canadian universities you will need to consider the following: • Admission Average of Marks • Language Credits • Math Credits • Broad-based Admission Process

38. Post Secondary Planning Admission Average of Marks • usually based upon 4 - 5 grade 12 academic subjects • (English, Mathematics, Sciences, Languages, English Literature, History, Geography, AP Courses, and in some cases Law 12, Economics 12). If your average is above the standard set by the university; you will be made an offer.

39. Post-Secondary Planning Language Credits

40. Post-Secondary Planning Math Requirements Mathematics requirements at both the Grade 11 and 12 levels can be very specific, and often differ from institution to institution.

41. Post-Secondary Planning:Things to Consider… More universities are considering a greater range of information in their admissions decisions such as: leadership activities, volunteering, community work, and references. Now is the time to get involved in these areas if you wish to make application to certain programs at certain institutions. *UBC has moved to a Broad Based Admissions Process Broad Based Admissions Process

42. UBC Personal Profile (sample of 2012 profile questions) 1. Explain how you responded to a significant challenge that you have encountered and what you learned in the process. (maximum 200 words)2. Describe your most significant leadership experience. Why do you consider this your most significant role? (maximum 200 words)3. Describe your most significant group work experience including the role you played and your contributions. (maximum 200 words)4. Describe up to five activities that you have pursued in one or more of the following areas: leadership/group contributions ; academic achievements; sports; creative and performing arts; work; service to others. Please include the type of activity, the start date, end date, the amount of time you were involved in this activity, and a brief description of the activity.5. Tell us more about one of the activities you listed above, explaining what your goals were, what you did to pursue them, the results achieved, and what you learned in the process. (maximum 200 words)6. Please include any additional information that you would like the Admissions Committee to consider when reviewing your application. (maximum 100 words)7. Please submit the names of two referees who know you well and can comment on your preparedness for study at UBC. (Note: specific criteria must be followed when selecting a referee)

43. Course Planning Form On the Course Planning Form… Update the "GraduationChecklist“ Select a "Post-Secondary Plan“ List your "Courses This Year“ List your "First Choices for Next Year“ A full list of grade 11 courses is on the back Please ensure you have read the course descriptions and requirements in the Course Planning Guide.  List and rank 3 possible alternates in case a first choice course fills or is in conflict with another course Signed forms due to Mr. Schroeder Friday, February 28, 2014