High School Registration Cunard Junior High School Winter 2008
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High School Registration
Cunard Junior High School
Winter 2008
“Having a dream is not stupid, Norm.
It’s not having a dream that’s stupid.
Cliff Clavin, Cheers
Timeline
J.L. Ilsley Guidance
Department Presentations
(February 12th)
Class presentations (February
TBAth)
Homework
Parent Presentations
(Wednesday March 5th 7pm,
J.L. Ilsley High)
Completed registration forms
due (March 20nd)
Success is dependant on effort .
–Sophocles-
Graduation Requirements
Compulsory credits from the following subject
groupings must be taken and passed for graduation.
There is a total requirement of 18 credits, but the
Department of Education recommends that
students take 21 credits for a well-rounded high
school program
Warning
You must have ...
No more than seven
(7) grade ten courses
to graduate
At least five (5) grade
twelve courses to
graduate
The distance between insanity and genius
is measured only by success
-James Bond “Tomorrow Never Dies”
Next Year
You will register for eight courses in grade ten;
One of those courses must be a grade 11 credit
Course Groupings
Language, Communication and Expression
3 English, one at each level
1 Fine Arts (drama, art, or music)
Science, Math and Technology
2 Math
2 Science
2 Other (from Technology, Science and Math)
Personal Development and Society
1 Physical Education
1 Canadian History (Canadian History 11 and African Canadian
Studies 11)
1 Global Study
Success is how hard you bounce when you hit the bottom
- General George Patten -
Information On Course Coding
Advanced Placement – These courses are recognized by universities
as being at a first year university level, and students may receive
credit or advanced standing for high achievement in these courses
(See page 3 in the Guide for more information)
Advanced – These courses are designed to meet the needs of students
who have demonstrated an exceptional degree of academic ability or
achievement, and are planning post-secondary study at university or
community college.
Academic – These courses are designed for students who wish to
enter college, university or other post-secondary institutions.
Open - open to all students in the school regardless of program.
Graduation - courses designated at the high school leaving level.
These courses have a focus distinct from those courses designated as
university entrance and usually the degree of difficulty is somewhat
less than those at the academic level.
Mathematics
Math Essentials 10
Graduation level credit
Designed for students who have successfully
completed grade 8 math, but have not passed
the grade 9 program.
An exploration of mathematics used in
everyday situations at home and at work
Mathematics (cont’d)
Math Foundations 10
Graduation level credit
Designed for students who are struggling with grade
nine math
Covers similar outcomes as academic math curriculum
(data management, matrices, patterns and equations,
modeling and functions, trigonometry, and geometry)
and at a slower rate
Excludes linear programming unit
Mathematics (cont’d)
Math 10
Academic level credit
Designed for students who do not have difficulty with
grade nine math
Math 10 (Pre AP)
Academic level credit
Designed for conscientious, highly motivated
students who have a love of mathematics
English
English 10
Academic level credit
Options are available for students wishing
additional support or enrichment (Pre AP)
Emphasizes proficiency in using oral language
for a variety of purposes
Basic skills in writing and interpreting literature
are important aspects of this entrance level in
English.
It’s kind of fun to do the impossible
- Walt Disney -
Science
Science 10
Academic level credit
Includes four modules: Sustainability of
Ecosystems, Chemical Reactions, Weather
Dynamics, and Motion
Options are available for students wishing support
or enrichment (Pre AP)
Do, or do not. There is no ‘try’
-Yoda “The Empire Strikes Back”-
Science (cont’d)
Human Biology 11
Graduation level credit
This course will give students a basic
understanding of the biology of the human body
Biology 11
Academic level credit
Topics include: biological classification, cell biology,
microscopy and systems of living organisms including
respiration, digestion, excretion and circulation
Activity/Laboratory work forms an integral part of the
course
Science (cont’d)
Advanced Biology 11 (Pre AP)
Advanced level credit
For those considering a career in the life
sciences
Essentially that same as Biology 11 but has a
stronger focus on research, project work and
independent study
Teacher Recommendations
Each year your teacher will
provide a recommendation for
the courses you should take in
English, Math and Science next
year
Should you choose to go against
this recommendation, you must
provide written notice signed by
a parent/guardian
Otherwise, you will be
registered in the course
recommended by your teacher
Technology Related Education
Construction Technology 10
Open level credit
Develops in students an understanding of
construction technology as it relates to the human
need for shelter and its impact on society
A hands-on course
Exploring Technology 10
Open level credit
Students have the opportunity to explore different
types of technology in a classroom and laboratory
setting
Social Studies
Students are NOT required to take a social studies
course in grade ten
Geography 10
Academic level credit
Students will study, on both a local and international
level, physical geography and the effects of humans
on our environment; graphing component
History 10
Academic level credit
Students will study the evolution of humans and
ancient civilizations; simulations
Social Studies (cont’d)
Archeology 10
Academic level credit
Students must be strong problem solvers with
good analytical skills
Students will cover topics similar to those covered
in History 10, but from an archaeological
perspective; simulations
African Canadian Studies 11 and Canadian
History 11 (by permission only)
Academic level credit
Business
Applied Information Technology 11
Open level credit and also a technology credit
An introduction to business practices and concepts
through technology
Keyboarding skills are emphasized
Extensive use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and
PowerPoint), Internet research and web page
publishing software
Life/Work Transitions 10
Open level credit
Career and job search strategies will be completed
Other topics covered include: credit and financial
planning, banking, resumes, job applications, etc.
Business (Continued)
Business 10
Open level credit
Students will learn how a business operates, what makes a
successful entrepreneur, how accounting principles are used as
business and personal planning tools, and participate in class
entrepreneurial activities.
Accounting 11
Academic level credit
Designed for students with a keen interest in business
Covers topics which include: accounting for starting a
business, analysis of business transactions, use of accounting
records such as journals, legers and source documents,
payrolls, year-end accounting activities and more.
Music
Music 10
Students should own their own instrument
Students must be independent learners
Music Instrumental Band 10
Designed for students who have experience playing their
traditional band instrument
Some noon hours required (2/8 per cycle) A full-year course
Music Vocal 10
No previous singing experience requires
Offered exclusively over the lunch hour (every 2nd day)
One additional class per cycle on vocal training
All are academic level credits
Fine Arts
Art 10
academic level credit
Drama 10
academic level credit
Any music course
Physical Education
Physical Education 10 (also available at the 11 and 12
level)
Open level credit
Four units covered include: Outdoor Pursuits, Sport
Research, Leadership and Sport Fitness
Physically Active Living 11
Open level credit
Designed to provide opportunities for students in active
experiences that engage youth in traditional and nontraditional forms of physical activity
Bowling, hiking, GPS training, canoeing etc.
Additional Courses
Tourism 11
Academic level credit
French 10
Academic level credit
Family Studies 10
Open level credit
Foods and Nutrition (1/2 credit)
Child Studies (1/2 credit)
Genius in one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration
- Thomas Edison-
Advanced Placement
What is Advanced Placement?
Available to grade 12 students
Students planning to take Advanced Placement courses in
grade 12 should do Pre AP courses in grade 10 and 11
Opportunity to pursue university level studies while in high
school
Internationally recognized standards
Based on their performance in rigorous AP examinations
held world wide on set dates, students can earn credits or
advanced placement at most universities in Canada and the
United States
Students planning on taking AP Biology 12 should take
Advanced Biology 11 next year
Options and Opportunities
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What is Options and Opportunities?
A full high school program (10-12) and is available to
students who need additional help with career and
educational planning.
Students must apply and participate, along with their
families, in an admission process
A program about helping students make connections
between what they are learning in school and postsecondary programs and/or work
Community-based learning component
Remember
This Power Point is available online. Check out the
Guidance Page through the CJHS website!
You may also wish to check out the JL Ilsley Virtual
Guidance Office. This link is also available through the
CJHS website.