Fletcher’s Meadow S.S. · Steve Alderton , Vice Principal Siobohn Catalano, Vice Principal Katie...
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Fletcher’s Meadow SSDana Sheahan, Principal
Steve Alderton , Vice Principal
Siobohn Catalano, Vice Principal
Katie Wilson, Vice Principal
MISSION
Inspiring students to develop
and
reach their goals
QUICK FACTS:
Student Population: 1800
Grades 9-12 – Locally Developed, Applied, Academic, College, University Programs
Approximately 70 Clubs and Sports Teams
• Football, basketball, volleyball, wrestling, Kabaddi, badminton, soccer, slo-pitch, baseball, cross-country, track & field, ball hockey, swimming plus intramurals
• Yearbook, choir, media, student council, Leading Arrows, Cultural Club, Culinary Club, DECA, Chemistry Club, Chess Club, band, dance, Rock Climbing, Arts, Improv, Animation, Film, Woodworking, Robotics, Spa, Med Tech, etc.
• 1700 Students…
Caring Staff…
• 70 extra curricular possibilities…
Student Success @FMSS
EQAO math and OSSLT results
Technology based Math, Science and Art
programs
Customized Health Care Co-op with William
Olser Hospital
SHSM in Health & Wellness and Construction
State of the art Robotics and Engineering Labs
Architectural Design and Animation pathways
Community based classroom learning models
OUR VALUES
Personal Excellence
Committed Learners
Caring for Others
Social Responsibility
WELCOMING GRADE 8
STUDENTS TO HIGH SCHOOL
• Feeder School Visits
• Course Selection Support
• Grade 8 Parents' Night
• School Visits (January) and Tours (April)
• Pre-registration (week before school begins in Sept.)
• First Day of School: Follow the Arrows Day
• Grade Assemblies
• Teacher, counsellor and Administrator Support
• School Council
ALL GRADUATES NEED
•A minimum of 30 credits (including 18
Compulsory credits)
•To pass the OSSLT (Literacy Test) or
the OLC (Ontario Literacy Course)
•40 hours of community service – start
the summer after grade 8!
A GRADUATE’S “RESUME”
SHOULD INCLUDE:
• 30 plus credits with good marks
• Evidence of involvement in extra curricular programs
• Community service and volunteerism both in school
and in the community
• Goals and pathways
SUPPORTS AT FLETCHER’S• Homework club
• Counting on You (math and literacy) after school
program & Extra Help
• After school/ March Break OSSLT prep classes
• Boys and girls club
• Guidance Counsellor/ Social Worker/Psychologist
assistance
• Full extra curricular program
• Contact Room & Breakfast /Lunch Club
• Teacher monitors for ELL and identified students
• Project Complete/Credit Rescue
SUCCESS IN GRADE 9
A Guide to Course Selection
At FMSS!
POST-SECONDARY PATHWAYS
APPLIED LEVEL
•Course delivery similar to elementary
•Consistently works at a level 1 or 2 in
grade 8
•Works independently - some of the time
•Requires some assistance with course
content and completing homework
ACADEMIC LEVEL
•Grasps concepts quickly
•Retains past learning
•Works independently
•Understands abstract concepts
•Always does homework
•Larger classes
•Works consistently at a Level 3 or 4 in
gr.8
LOCALLY DEVELOPED LEVEL
•Teacher support required for success
•Grade 8 Teacher recommendation required
•Small classes
Looking at Math…Academic
• Supporting gaps
• Attaining a credit by the end of the semester
• Readiness for the next level
• Fusion Program for September
– 3 classes running at the same time each semester
– Students who have selected academic but were recommended for
applied or have gaps (marks at level 1 or 2)
– Ability to progress when ready –at midterm may recommend a
switch to applied with parent approval
UNIQUE PROGRAMS
Emergency Services – 2 Credits
Construction – 2 credits
Anchor course in Health and Wellness
Child and Youth Worker – 2 Credits
Advanced Placement in Science (Chemistry and Biology – Grade 11/12)
COURSE SELECTION
PROCESS
• Link with your child on myBlueprint
(www.myblueprint.ca)
• Use the high school planner to help your child
select courses.
• Refer to Chart your Course and the course
selection sheets to determine best options for
your child.
• Consider teacher recommendations
TIPS FOR NEXT YEAR
• Attend Grade 8 Info Night at Fletcher’s• Visit all department tables on main floor
• Learn about the levels and whatexciting options are available
• Explore the different pathways
• Find out about our Co-op program
• See our displays of extra-curricular activities
• Take a tour