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Course Planning
Grade 8 9
Objectives
Introduce the role of the counsellor. General introduction to the world of post-
secondary. Introduce the graduation program. Explain Grade 9 course options. Provide general information about a variety of
courses.
Role of the Counsellor
Who is your counsellor? Mrs. Pooni and Mr.Sall (A –
K) Mrs. Smalley (L – Z), Mr. Sall
on Fridays
Why might someone see a counsellor?
Academic Career Personal
Delview Counselling
Referrals
How does your counsellor know who to see? Self Friends Parents/Family Teachers/Administrators
How to sign up. Emergencies
Confidentiality
3 exceptions: Harm self Harm others Harmed by others
Course Planning Portion
Your Future
Making decisions about courses….
Decision Making About Courses Interests Strengths/Weakness Family’s Influence Friends’ Influence Required for Career Like the teacher… Options open….
Many pathways…….
Life After High School
Part-time work Full-time work Part-time work and school Travel, Volunteer Abroad Canadian Armed Forces Trades College and University
Graduation Requirements
Must pass: English: up to grade 12 Social Studies: up to grade 11 Science: up to grade 11 Math: up to grade 11 Physical Education: up to grade 10 Will need one Fine Arts or Applied Skills 10, 11, or
12 course (e.g. Foods, Shop, Music, Drama, Computers, Art)
Planning 10 leading up to Grad Transitions 12
Graduation Continued……
80 Credits Needed to Graduate
Each course is 4 credits
A minimum of 16 credits must be at the Grade 12 level (includes Language Arts 12)
Career Development Programs
Tech Stretch Apprenticeship Program
ACE -IT Work Experience Program
See Mr. Prideaux in Career Centre
Delta Academies
Baseball - Sands Dance - Delta Sec Film - Acting - Ladner Film - Production - Ladner Golf - Seaquam Hockey - Burnsview Hockey - South Delta Lacrosse - Delta Sec Soccer - South Delta and Sands Softball – Seaquam Cadets - Seaquam
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DELTA ACADEMIES
Grade 9 Program
English 9 Science 9 A Math 9 Social Studies 9 PE 9 Elective Elective Elective
EnglishEnglish
English 10
Communications 12
English 12Literature
12
Communications 11
Writing 12
English 11
18We advise you choose Engl or Com based on
Teacher Recommendation
Social Studies 10
Social Studies 11 or BC First Nations 12
History 12
Law 12
Psychology 11
Socials
Psychology12
Geography
12 19
Comparative
Civilization 12 (not UBC)
Economics 12
ScienceScience
Biology 12
Biology 11
Science 10
Sci & Tech 11 Teacher
Recommended
Chemistry12
Chemistry 11
Earth Science
11
Physics 12
Physics 11
Geology 12
C+C+C+
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Math CurriculumMATH 9MATH 9
Apprenticeship & Workplace 10 Apprenticeship & Workplace 10 Foundations of Mathematics & Pre-Calculus 10
Foundations of Mathematics & Pre-Calculus 10
Apprenticeship & Workplace 11
Apprenticeship & Workplace 11 Foundations 11 Foundations 11 Pre-Calculus 11 Pre-Calculus 11
Apprenticeship & Workplace 12 Apprenticeship & Workplace 12 Foundations 12 Foundations 12 Pre-Calculus 12Pre-Calculus 12
Post-Secondary programs requiring theoretical calculus
Post-Secondary programs requiring theoretical calculus
Post-Secondary programs not requiring
theoretical calculus
Post-Secondary programs not requiring
theoretical calculus
Entry into the majority of trades or direct entry to
the workplace
Entry into the majority of trades or direct entry to
the workplace
Other optional courses such
as Calculus 12
LanguagesLanguages French 8
French 9
French 10Intro.
Spanish11 (SFU)
Spanish 11French 11
Spanish 12French 12
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Do I Need a 2nd Language?
There are many advantages of having a 2nd language A second language is not required for graduation 2nd language to Grade 11 may be required for BC
University entrance (if apply from highschool; may not if apply after 2 years of college)• UBC - Vancouver• SFU (can be beginners level – ie. Spanish 11Beginners)
Most Apprenticeships, Trade Programs do not require 2nd language
Courses (Grade 9 – 12)Physical Education
Physical Education (9 – 12)
Required to grade 10 Physical Education 11 & 12 are
co-ed Fit For Life 11/12 for girls
KEYBOARDING 9Typing, word processing/formatting
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 9Basic computer skills, web design
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BUSINESS
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Home Economics
Foods 9 Cooking in
groups
Textiles 9 Sewing
PE 9 is required
Physical Education & Planning
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Technology Education
Woodwork 9
Metalwork 9
Power Technology 9 Engines, making power
with machines
Electronics 9 Electrical circuits &
components
CAD/Drafting 9 Computer aided
architectural design
28
Visual Arts
Visual Arts 9 (General) 2D and 3D
Media Arts 9 Video production,
animation, camera, photoshop…
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Drama Drama 9
Acting
Beginner Band 9 Junior Band 9 Guitar 9 – no experience
needed
New: Choral Music/Musical
Theatre 9 Group and/or individual
singing
Performing Arts
Music
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Strategies for Learning 9 LA/LD There is a process for being referred
ELL 9 Speak to Ms. Stevens if you need more ELL courses next year
Get Help
What now?
READ the course selection booklet Posted on Delview homepage Students
Course Planning Drop in to see your counsellor at lunch or
after school if you have questions; or send an email. Don’t wait!
Parent meeting on Wed. Feb.27, 7:00
Parent Connect open
TIME TO PICK COURSES
All registration will be done through
“Parent Connect”.
Follow the links from the Delview website:
http://dl.deltasd.bc.ca/
1. What is the name of your counsellor?•A-K: Mrs. Pooni, Mr. Sall•L-Z: Ms. Smalley (Mr. Sall on Fridays)
2. How do you contact your counsellor?•Go to counselling hallway….form by door…. Email…
3. Define confidentiality.•Can’t share with others….private.
4. What are two things to consider when choosing your elective courses?•Interests, strengths, family…..
5. Do you need a second language to graduate?•No
Course Planning 2014
6. How many electives do you get in Grade 9?•3
7. Other than French (and English) what language is offered at Delview?
•Spanish
8. Name one technology course and one business course.•WW, MW, PT, DRAFT or KB and IT
9. When is Band 9 offered?•AM
10. Which website do you use to select your courses?•Delview
What is the Number 1 thing that will lead you to success?
Hard Work (grit!) Kindness, and Willingness to ask
for help, also help