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?