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Course Planning

South Delta Secondary. Course Planning. Ms. C. Bodman Counsellor (D to K). Overview. Overview of Graduation Requirements Graduation Transitions Post-Secondary What do I take next year? Resources Questions?. Graduation Requirements…. Language Arts 10 4 Credits

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Course Planning

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  1. South Delta Secondary Course Planning Ms. C. Bodman Counsellor (D to K)

  2. Overview • Overview of Graduation Requirements • Graduation Transitions • Post-Secondary • What do I take next year? • Resources • Questions?

  3. Graduation Requirements… Language Arts 10 4 Credits Language Arts 11 4 Credits Language Arts 12 4 Credits ENGLISH SOCIALSTUDIES Social Studies 10 4 Credits A Social Studies 11 4 Credits SCIENCE Science 10 4 Credits A Science 11 4 Credits MATH A Math 10 4 Credits A Math 11 4 Credits P.E. *Physical Education 10 4 Credits Fine Arts or Applied Skills 10, 11 or 12 4 Credits F.A. & A.S. *Planning 10 4 Credits Graduation Transitions 4 Credits OTHER ELECTIVES Elective Courses (3 must be Gr. 12) 28 Credits 80 Credits

  4. Provincial Exams Graduation Requirements… • English 10 (20%) • Mathematics 10 (20%) • Science 10 (20%) • Social Studies 11 (20%) • English 12 (40%) Final mark is a blend of school marks and provincial exam

  5. Grad Transitions

  6. Grad Transitions Requirements Include: 150 minutes physical fitness per week (two logged weeks only) 30 hours volunteer or work experience (summer after Grade 10 completion onwards) Transition Plan All information and direction for completing the requirements of Grad Transitions will be available online starting July on the school website.

  7. Post-Secondary

  8. Entrance to Research Universities All Universities require English 12. Each university has different course requirements for entrance: SchoolMathLanguagesSciences UBC Arts Math 11 Pre-Cal Language 11 Science 11 Commerce Math 12 P(Calculus) Language 11 Science 11 Engineering Math 12 P(Calculus) Language 11 Physics & Chemistry 12 Sciences Math 12 P(Calculus) Language 11 Physics & Chemistry 11 & 1 Science 12 SFU Arts Math 11 P/Found 11 Intro. Lang. 11 Science 11 Business Math 12 P (Calculus) Intro. Lang. 11 Science 11 Engineering Math 12 P (Calculus) Intro. Lang. 11 Physics & Chemistry 12 Sciences Math 12 P (Calculus) Intro. Lang. 11 Phys 11 & Chem 11 & 2 Science 12’s UVIC – same as SFU, except: language 11 required for Humanities only otherwise, no language requirement.

  9. Entrance to College, Teaching Universities or BCIT Langara BCIT Douglas Vancouver Community College Kwantlen Polytechnic University Vancouver Island University Thompson Rivers University Entrance to College, a Teaching University or BCIT requires ENGLISH 12 for most programs. But instead of an average GPA specific 1st year courses have grade requirements. For example to take 1st year Chemistry at Langara a student would need a minimum 73% in Chem 12 and a 60% in Math 12.

  10. English 12 With the exception of very few programs English 12 is required for Post-secondary AdmissionAlso, in most cases English 12 has a minimum grade requirement for admission into any 1st year college and university classes. If this grade is not met then students will have to write a English Placement Test such as the Language Proficiency Index Test (LPI).SFU and Kwantlen need 60% for 1st year admission.UBC Van needs 70% in English 11 or English 12

  11. Implications of Math • Any Math 11 course will graduate a student from high school with a Dogwood Certificate. • Pre-Calculus Math is primarily for students wanting to pursue science/engineering based careers. Universities require this math for Business also. The curriculum includes Trigonometry, Relations and Functions, Combinatorics, Algebra: Expressions and Equations. • Foundations of Math is primarily for students wanting to pursue Arts at a research university or college, or Business at BCIT. The curriculum includes Geometry, Reasoning, Data and Statistics, Linear and Quadratic Relations, Interest and Investment, Probability and Combinatorics.

  12. More Math Apprenticeship and Workplace Math is primarily for students wanting to pursue apprenticeships, trades, some technologies, humanities or fine arts at college. This is not a high school to university entrance admission course. If a student wants to pursue a Fine Arts or Humanities degree (English, History, Philosophy, Languages, Cultural Studies such as Social Justice/Women’s Studies/Pacific Rim Studies/Art History etc.) they would have to go to college first then transfer to university. The curriculum includes Finance Measurement, Data Analysis, Trigonometry, Scale and Proportion. Math and English are important courses with regards to post-secondary entrance so please be aware of all possible post-secondary requirements when selecting courses.

  13. High School to University (Research) Admission Grade 12 Courses The following courses are approved admission Grade 12 courses. They are used to calculate your admissions average. UBC, UVIC and SFU use English 12 and 3 of the courses list below. UBC Okanagan and Vancouver •All Advanced Placement courses •BC First Nations Studies 12 •Biology 12 •Calculus 12 •Chemistry 12 •Computer Information Systems 12 (Not UBCVan) •Computer Programming 12(Not UBCVan) •Economics 12 •English Literature 12 •English 12 or English 12 First Peoples

  14. •Français Langue 12 or French 12 (but not both) •Geography 12 •Geology 12 •German 12 •History 12 •Japanese 12 •Law 12 •Mandarin 12 •Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-calculus 12 (but not both) •Physics 12 •Punjabi 12 •Social Justice 12 (Not UBCVancouver) •Spanish 12 •Sustainable Resources 12 (Not UBCVancouver) UVIC - ADD TO THE LISTSFU - ADD TO THE LIST Comp. Civilization 12 Comp. Civilization 12 Foundations of Math 12 (Humanities & Social Sci only) Philosophy 12 Any Language 12 (not just the languages taught in school) Academic Challenge Exams Fine Art 12 (if you are applying for the Fine Arts Faculty) Academic Challenge Exams

  15. Communication with our Grads Grade 12 students submit their email addresses in September to make a “blind” group email. I send out post-secondary news, jobs, volunteer opportunities, scholarships etc. I will add parents email addresses if you want to receive this service but I warn you some days I can send out 5 or more emails. Visit Grade 12 classes 3 times a year with information on what they need to do now. A time line is also on my Career Centre website: http://southdeltasecondarycareercentre.weebly.com/graduation-timeline.html Information on Post-secondary, Financial Matters, Articles to Download, Daily News are all at http://southdeltasecondarycareercentre.weebly.com/index.html Download a Smart phone app at http://www.buildacareer.ca/

  16. What courses do I take next year?

  17. Grade 12 Courses Credits 1.English 12 (or Comm. 12) (4)  2. Gr. 12 ______________ (4)  3. Gr. 12 ______________ (4) 4. Gr. 12 ______________ (4) 5. Graduation Transitions (4)  6. ___________________ (4) 7. ___________________ (4) 8. ____________________ (4) * 1 study block will be permitted in Grade 12 only after Grad Transitions is completed. **For Honour Roll and Principle’s Lists consideration, Gr. 12 students must be enrolled in 7 courses French Immersion Students: Francais Langue 12

  18. Grade 12 Courses English 12 Communications 12 Advanced Placement AP English AP Psychology Biology 12 Chemistry 12 Physics 12 Geology 12 Geography 12 English Literature 12 History 12 Spanish 12 French 12 Francais Langue 12 Health Psychology Psychology Link Leadership Independent Directed Studies History Through Film Comparative Civilization Health Sciences Writing Math Pre-Calculus Math Pre-Cal Challenge Calculus Math Foundations Math Apprenticeship and Workplace Accounting Financial Accounting Cafeteria Training Food Studies Carpentry & Joinery C&J – Cabinet Const. C&J – Furniture Const. Drafting & Design D&D – Architecture D&D – Engineering D&D – Tech. Visualization Automotive Technology Auto – Engine/Drive Train Auto - Electronics Peer Tutor PE Superfit Law Fashion/Textiles Art Foundations Drawing & Painting Art - Ceramics/Sculpture Graphic Design: Print Making Visual Arts: Media Arts Guitar Concert Band Jazz Band (before school) Concert Choir Vocal Jazz (after school) Music Composition & Tech. Theatre Performance Theatre Company (after school) Theatre Production

  19. **Provincial Exams: Students must write the Grade 12 English or Communications Provincial Exam. **Advanced Placement (AP) Courses: AP exams written in May. Scores determine student’s possible exemption to first year level course in that subject area.

  20. IDS – Independent Directed Study • Allows flexibility in educational opportunities • Senior students can explore an interest and design a course of study outside of the offered course list • Links curriculum to a career area • Criteria: • Student must demonstrate the ability to work independently with minimal supervision • The IDS course must be approved by the supervising teacher and principal • The IDS will count towards elective credit • Under supervision, the IDS plan must include: • The problem, project or area to be studied • A process for ongoing facilitation and evaluation • Criteria for determining successful completion • A credit value and grade level (11 or 12)

  21. Work Experience- 4 Credits for 90 hours of work- must take 4 support courses, at least 2 at the Gr. 12 level, from the following focus areas: • Fine Arts, Design & Media • Fitness & Recreation • Business & Applied Business • Health & Human Services • Liberal Arts & Humanities • Science & Applied Science • Tourism, Hospitality & Foods • Trades & Technology

  22. Secondary Apprenticeship • A career program that offers students the opportunity to begin an apprenticeship while still in school. Dave De Pieri is the District Coordinator, email at ddepieri@deltasd.bc.ca/ • Must find your own placement with a certified tradesperson willing to oversee training • 4 credits for each 120 of paid employment – up to a maximum of 16 credits (480 hours) • Attend school half time, work half time • Opportunity to earn $1000 scholarship • Trade areas include: Aerospace, Cosmetology, Electrical and Electronics, Construction, Graphic Arts, Horticulture, Hospitality, Lumber Manufacturing, Marine, Mechanical/Repair, Piping, Security Services, Motion Picture and Theatre, Parts/Warehousing, …..

  23. ACE-IT and CTC Programs • Ace it (Accelerated Credit Enrollment in Industry Training) • Open to Gr. 11 and 12 students interested in entry-level trades training • Most programs are dual credit and offered in partnership with post-secondary institutions • Program schedule depends on school site (semester or linear), but like apprenticeship, Ace-it runs on a half time school, half time work schedule • Programs include: • Drafting CADD program – see Mr. Kirkwood • Cook (Seaquam Sec. on Day 1) • Auto Service Technician (Seaquam Sec. on Day 1) • Construction Electrician (North Delta, 2nd semester) • Carpenter (North Delta, 2nd semester) • Applications due into Mr. Jensen by March 31.

  24. Academies • The Delta School District offers academies in: • Baseball Academy - Sands Secondary • Dance Academy - Delta Secondary • Film Acting Academy - South Delta Secondary • Film Production Academy • Golf Academy - Seaquam Secondary • Hockey Canada Skills Academy - Burnsview Secondary • Hockey Academy - South Delta Secondary • Lacrosse - Delta Secondary • Soccer Academy (Girls and Boys) - South Delta Secondary • Softball Academy - Seaquam Secondary • Sustainable Living - South Delta Secondary Please visit http://web.deltasd.bc.ca/programs/academiesfor more information!

  25. Enhancement Program In the past students have taken French, Spanish, Psychology, Criminology, Computer Science, Accounting, English and Math. Students may enroll in the September or January semester of each academic year on either Kwantlen campus, Richmond or Surrey. Applications are in the Career Centre. Completed applications and application fees must be received in the Career Centre by May 15 for the September semester and November 15 for the January semester.

  26. External Credit Options Students can receive credit from the Ministry of Education for activities and learning outside of the regular school setting. Examples include: • Young Drivers • External Athletics • Life Saving • Music • Dance • Cadets / Guides / Scouts • Coursework • Other…*students should see their counsellor

  27. Language Challenge Exams Example: Students with a background in Mandarin, Spanish, Punjabi, Korean, and German may apply to write a Challenge exam to earn Grade 11 and 12 credits. Applications are available in October and the exam is written in January at Delta Sec. There is a written and oral component to this test. Most universities will take the Challenge Exam as an academic admission course except UBC.

  28. Delta Access Online • The Delta School District has provided online learning opportunities for Gr.10-12 students. • Registration after Spring Break enrolls students in the April-August Session. • Online allows students to move ahead in a subject area, make up missed credits, and take a course that may not be available at their home school. • The responsibility to complete an online course rests with the student. • Courses offered in the areas of: • English • Mathematics • Social Studies • Science • Business Education

  29. SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) The SAT is intended for students applying for admission to a university in the USA. SAT dates are in May and June for Gr. 11 and then you can rewrite at the beginning of Gr. 12. See Ms. Foster. The SAT measures verbal reasoning, mathematical problem solving and essay writing. Register on line at www.sat.collegeboard.com School Code: 821085 There are 6 test dates throughout the year at McNair Secondary in Richmond.

  30. Summer School • Full Credit (6 week) • Remedial (4 week) • Must have a final grade between 40-49% • Below 40% - student is recommended to take full credit course • Forms are now available – see your counsellor

  31. Enrich Your Life… Encounters with Canada - Go to Ottawa for a week of career exploration. See the Parliament Buildings, museums, and historical monuments and attend a theme week. Costs are $625 and spending money. Delta Police Academy. Spend a week in July at the Delta Police Headquarters learning about what it is like to be a police officer. Physical fitness training, learn about the law, investigation techniques, traffic accident training… Applications will be available soon. Heart and Stroke Foundation is offering a summer program to motivate students with interest in biology, and medicine to consider a career in cardiovascular research. Air Time Canada – Want to be a pilot? Try out flight and ground school and fly a plane. Website : www.airfun.org/copilot.htm Free (I’m not kidding) Rotary STEP Program - Short Term Summer Exchange Program (STEP) opportunity through the Rotary Club of Tsawwassen.  The cost is entirely the family's, however, Rotary administers the program.  For more information please visit the Rotary Club of Tsawwassen's web site and click on the Youth Services link on the left:  http://www.rotarytsawwassen.org/youth_prog.html

  32. Things to keep in mind… • Select 8 courses plus 2 alternates to maximize opportunity – it’s easier to drop than pick up in September • Choose wisely – be aware of all grad and post-secondary entrance requirements • Courses run based on numbers, so choose them now – don’t expect to be able to get into them later • It is not ‘first come first served’ – take your time to make thoughtful decisions – create as much opportunity for yourself as you can!

  33. COURSE SELECTION CLOSES MARCH 4 AT MID-NIGHT ON PARENT CONNECT

  34. Resources Course Planning • Counsellor • Ms. C. Bodman : cbodman@deltasd.bc.ca Career and Post Secondary Planning • Career and Post-secondary Advisor • Ms. T . Foster: tlfoster@deltasd.bc.ca • http://southdeltasecondarycareercentre.weebly.com/index.html

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