Course
Career and Personal
Planning
SUBJECT
AREA: CAREER AND PERSONAL PLANNING
The aim of CaPP 5 – 9 is to enable students to become thoughtful,
caring individuals who plan and reflect, make informed choices, and take
responsibility for their own personal and career development.
Curricular components of CaPP 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 are integrated into English 5, 6, 7,
8 and 9,
Science 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9,
Social Studies 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9, and Physical Education 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9.
Courses
Personal Planning 5 PP5
PersonalPlanning 6 PP 6
Personal
Planning 7 PP
7
Career and Personal Planning 8 CPP 8
Career and Personal Planning 9 CPP 9
The main objective of this
course is to encourage students to think about, talk about, and consider the
decisions they make now and how these decisions will affect them in their
future. The topics covered are: study skills,
learning styles, personal attributes, effective
communication, forms of abuse and prevention, AIDS, eating disorders, and
addiction prevention. Students work in
pairs, small groups and individually to explore these topics.
The
courses have been designed to help students prepare to deal with a world of
complex, ongoing technological change, continuous challenge, expanding
opportunities, and intricate social evolution. Learning opportunities that are
relevant and experiential help students become thoughtful, caring individuals
who plan and reflect, make informed choices, and take responsibility for their
personal and career development. The courses encourage students to show
initiative and accountability in decision making and help them develop planning
skills ranging from time management to self-assessment and from goal setting to
locating and accessing sources of support and assistance. These skills will
apply to their work in every other subject area and to the activities they will
undertake.
ENGLISH
LANGUAGE ARTS
SUBJECT AREA: LANGUAGE ARTS
Course: English 5 Course Abbreviation: EN 5
Reading, writing, and basic
communication skills are the focus of this course. Grammar, vocabulary, and related skills such
as punctuation, reading for the main idea, and paragraph development will be
taught. CaPP Personal Development components are
incorporated into the curriculum.
Course: English 6 Course Abbreviation: EN 6
Reading, writing, and basic
communication skills are the focus of this course. Grammar, vocabulary, and related skills such
as punctuation, reading for the main idea, and paragraph development will be
taught. CaPP Personal Development components are
incorporated into the curriculum.
Course: English 7 Course Abbreviation: EN 7
The course provides students with the opportunity to study literary and
informational (including technical) communications, and the mass media and
thereby experience the power of language. Students are presented with a window
into the past, a complex portrayal of the present, and questions about the
future. They also come to understand language as a human system of
communication dynamic and evolving, but also systematic and governed by rules.
CaPP Personal Development
components are incorporated into the curriculum.
Course: English 8 Course Abbreviation: EN 8
The course provides students with opportunities to
study a variety of genres and develop writing skills. Various forms of writing
are undertaken such as: Literary Analysis, the short story, paragraph
development, creative writing, poems, letters, news articles, dialogue, and
journaling. Additionally, the Parts of Speech is
taught as well as Verb Tenses, Punctuation, Capitalization, Sentence
Construction, Run-On Sentences, Sentence Fragments, and Subject/Verb Agreement.
Students also will have a chance to develop Public Speaking skills and overall
confidence with prepared mini speeches. CaPP Personal Development components are incorporated into
the curriculum.
Course:
English
9 Course
Abbreviation:
EN 9
Prerequisite: EN 8
This course stresses an
understanding of literary forms: poems,
stories, plays, essays, and novels.
Integrated with the literature, a basic approach to language stresses
writing, editing, and application of usage and grammar. CaPP
Personal Development components are incorporated into the curriculum through
novel study, personal reflection and class discussion.
Transitional English 6 Course
Abbreviation: TE 6
Tansitional English 7 TE 7
Transitional English 8 TE 8
Transitional English 9 TE 9
Prerequisite:
none
To prepare non-native speakers of English for entrance into regular
stream English and other subjects.
Students will improve written and spoken communication skills and become
familiar with literary and grammatical terms used in regular English
classes. Students will also be
introduced to the analysis of selected short stories and novels.
INFORMATION
AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY
Information and
Communications Technology is a modular course designed to introduce students to
four areas of study including: Applied Digital Communications, Digital Media
Development, Computer Programming, and Computer Information Systems. The
course is intended to be a survey course with exposure to modules in each of
the above areas.
Applied Digital
Communications is the study of Personal and Business Applications. Digital Media Development deals with
Graphics, Video and Animation. Computer Programming addresses
program structure and operations. Computer Information
Systems focuses on computer and networking hardware.
Students are expected to
demonstrate a high degree of social responsibility in the use of technology and
will be involved in the critical examination of social / ethical issues in the
‘digital world’. All students will be
expected to keep an electronic notebook and digital journal. The course will be
project based and students will be involved in interactive ‘on line’ delivery
of coursework through the use of course presentation software.
Students will begin by
reviewing basic computer skills and file management utilizing Windows 2000
Professional. Throughout the course they
will be expected to use computer operating systems tools and utilize electronic
communication methods to transfer and manage data. Students
will have extensive access to the Internet and will be connected to current
research and development in the field of Information and Communications
Technology. They will also be involved
in a variety of 'online' digital tutorials.
Course:
Information and Communication Technology Course
Abbreviation: INT
Prerequisite:
None
A variety of software
programs and technology will be used to teach students how to research,
organize, and present information. Students will be given an introduction on
programming and problem solving which will include the use of LOGO, HTML
programming. Students will utilize a variety of web editors and tools designed
to enhance web site development and will explore a number of multimedia tools
while developing a personal website. Students will also be introduced to how
computers work and the operation of simple networks.
LANGUAGES
SUBJECT AREA:
LANGUAGES
We use a multi-dimensional approach to second language
learning which emphasizes communication. At all grade levels, our main goal is
to increase your enjoyment of and appreciation for the language and culture of
French and Spanish-speaking countries and to increase your ability to
communicate effectively in a foreign language.
French is a valuable asset for those students
thinking of a career in the Federal Civil Service, the RCMP or the airline and
travel industry. Students who have been involved in a French Immersion Program
should consult a counsellor for appropriate
placement.
Spanish is an asset for those students thinking of
a career in the multicultural environment.
Course: French 5, 6 and 7 Course
Abbreviation: FR 5, 6 and
7
Prerequisite: None
This course is designed to introduce speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. Focus is
on basic verb forms, simple sentences, and an appreciation of the sounds and
fundamental structures of the French language - creating dialogue set in
different situations. Each dialogue will be presented to the class.
Course: French 8 and 9 Course Abbreviation: FR 8 and 9
Prerequisite:
None
The past tense is introduced, vocabulary and verbs
are expanded. Emphasis is on questioning skills, expression of opinion, more
accurate pronunciation and learning through interaction/creating dialogue with
each unit. Each dialogue will be presented to the class.
MATHEMATICS
Course: Mathematics 5 Course
Abbreviation: MA 5
This course reviews and extends complex number
sense skills involving the four operations, application of decimals and
fractions, patterns and measurements, geometry, transformations, data analysis
and chance and uncertainty.
Course: Mathematics 6 Course Abbreviation: MA 6
This course reviews and extends complex number
sense skills involving integers, exponents, and percentages, introduction to
algebra, application of decimals and fractions, higher-level measurement and
geometry, transformations, data collection and analysis, probability and
graphing.
Course: Mathematics 7 Course Abbreviation: MA 7
This course reviews and
extends number work in the areas of whole numbers, fractions, decimals,
percentages, integers, ratio and rate, patterns, variables and equations,
measurement, transformations, statistics, chance and uncertainty (probability)
and problem solving.
Course: Mathematics 8 Course Abbreviation: MA 8
This course reviews and
extends number work in the areas of whole numbers, decimals, percentages,
integers, and fractions. It introduces Pythagoras, scientific notation, basic
algebra, transformational geometry, data analysis and probability. The geometry
of plane figures and the topic of measurement are extended.
Course: Mathematics
9 Course
Abbreviation: MA 9
Prerequisite: MA 8
This course emphasizes algebraic skills, extends
topics of measurement, transformational geometry, data analysis and
probability. It introduces similarity and trigonometry.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
SUBJECT AREA:
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Students will be evaluated in the following
manner for the majority of the units: Psychomotor (Skill Development): 40% of the student’s grade will be based upon
their skill level and their development throughout the units. Each student is
expected to attempt to improve their skill development to the best of their
ability. Cognitive (Written Test): 20% of the grade will be based on a written
examination testing their knowledge of certain activities. Handouts will be
provided to help students prepare for the exams. If a written exam is not given
for a particular unit, that 20% will be added to the Affective mark. Affective: (Behaviour
and Effort) 40% of the grade will be based on the behaviour,
attendance, wearing the correct attire and effort of the student. The students
will earn their affective mark by exhibiting co-operation, responsibility,
sportsmanship, citizenship, regular attendance, participation, and effort in
keeping within their level of ability.
Course:
Physical Education 5, 6 Course Abbreviation: PE 5, 6
The course emphasizes a number of different drills and exercises, both
team and individual. These will be used to enhance pre-existing skills or to
acquire new skills. The key is to have the students participate regularly in
physical activities to develop components of fitness and motor abilities. CaPP components of Healthy Living are addressed through
fitness.
Course:
Physical Education 7 Course
Abbreviation: PE 7
This course reviews and refines all of the basic movement skills
developed during the elementary grades.
The course seeks to present all students with a wide variety of
activities in competitive, individual and team sports. The course is structured in an effort to
introduce all available activities to students. CaPP
components of Healthy Living are addressed through fitness.
Course:
Physical Education 8 Course
Abbreviation: PE 8
Prerequisite: PE 7
This course places an emphasis on basic skills and on reinforcement of
the principle rules of sport and recreational games. The course enlarges upon in-depth exposure to
activities introduced in previous years.
CaPP components of Healthy Living are
addressed through fitness.
Course:
Physical Education 9 Course
Abbreviation: PE 9
Prerequisite: PE 8
This course reinforces skills, principles and
rules acquired prior to this year of Physical Education. Emphasis is given to the achievement of
superior fitness levels and student participation in lifetime and
leisure-oriented sport activities are stressed. CaPP components of Healthy Living are addressed through fitness.
SCIENCE
SUBJECT AREA: SCIENCE
Course:
Science 5
Course Abbreviation: SC 5
The course, as determined by the Science Integrated Resource Package
(IRP), is in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. The students will be introduced to
such topics as the Human Body, Forces an Simple
Machines, Renewable and Non-Renewable resources.
Course:
Science 6 Course
Abbreviation: SC 6
The course, as determined by the Science Integrated Resource Package
(IRP), is in Chemistry, Biology and Physics. The students will be introduced to
such topics as Diversity of life, Electricity and exploration of Extreme
Environments.
Course:
Science 7 Course
Abbreviation: SC 7
The course, as determined by the Science Integrated Resource Package
(IRP) is in Chemistry, Biology and Physics. The students will be introduced to
such topics as Ecosystems: Organisms and their Environment, Cycles in
Ecosystems, Ecosystems and People; Chemistry: Properties of Matter, Classifying
Matter, Solutions; Earth’s Crust.
CaPP 7 components include healthy living education addressed through
in-depth study of human body systems.
Course:
Science 8 Course
Abbreviation: SC 8
The course, as determined by the Science Integrated Resource Package
(IRP) is in Chemistry, Biology and Physics.
The students will be introduced to such topics as understanding your
living body, global ecosystems, matter, properties, and the periodic table,
different types of energy and its transformation.
CaPP 8 components include healthy living education addressed through
in-depth study of human body systems.
Course:
Science 9 Course
Abbreviation: SC 9
Prerequisite: SC 8
The course, as determined by the Science 8-10 IRP is composed of basic
topics in Biology, Physics and Chemistry, with an optional unit on
Environmental Studies. Active participation in lab procedures and
experimentation constitutes a significant part of the course, which includes a
study of Biology (nutrition and human systems), Chemistry (nature of elements
and compounds and simple reactions) and Physics (Forces, Motion and machines).
CaPP 9 components include healthy living and family life education addressed
through in-depth study of human body systems including the effects of drugs and
alcohol on the body.
SUBJECT AREA:
SOCIAL STUDIES
Course:
Social Studies 5 Course Abbreviation: SS 5
The course allows students to discover
Course:
Social Studies 6 Course Abbreviation: SS 6
The course allows students to discover and begin the investigation into
fundamental issues of social studies. Some of the main topics covered are the
Application of Studies, Economy and Technology, Environment, Politics and Law,
Society and Culture. The key premises of this course are the introduction of
global topics as well the establishment and refinement of critical thinking and
the preliminary use of research skills. Within the curriculum, effort is made
to establish a level of sensibility and understanding of different ideas,
cultures, beliefs, and an understanding of the impact of social action.
Course:
Social Studies 7 Course Abbreviation: SS 7
The course focuses on people and their culture, economy and technology.
The content is organized around the Ancient World Cultures to A.D. 500.
Course:
Social Studies 8 Course Abbreviation: SS 8
The history unit begins with the collapse of the
Course:
Social Studies 9 Course Abbreviation: SS 9
Prerequisite: SS 8
The Canadian history unit deals with the
economic, social and political developments in
VISUAL ART
SUBJECT AREA:
VISUAL ART
Course: Art 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 Course
Abbreviation:VA 5, 6, 7, 8, or 9
Prerequisite: None
Elective: Fine Arts
The Visual Arts
course will provide students with the opportunity to study the history of
artists, important artistic movements, and innovative approaches to looking at
art. The course will provide students with the opportunity to further develop
their artistic ability in order to create art that communicates various themes,
conceptual approaches and genres while exploring a wide variety of artistic
mediums.
The Visual Arts
course will provide practical workshops and lectures on the techniques of
drawing with charcoal, chalks, pastels, inks, watercolours,
acrylic mediums, photography, and mixed media collages. Projects will include
drawings, paintings, image transfers, photography collages,
3D sculptures,
landscapes, still life and portraits.
Visual
presentations, basic art vocabulary and recognized individual artists will be
examined in relation to the practical projects accomplished by the students.
Two field trips to the galleries and the museums in
Each student will
develop imaginative works of art including a personal sketch book of ideas and
will complete the creation of a portfolio of completed studio projects.
Students will participate in an exhibition of their best projects at the end of
term.
MUSIC
SUBJECT AREA: MUSIC
Course: Music 5,
6 and 7 Course
Abbreviation: MU 5, 6 or 7
Prerequisite:
None
Elective:
Fine Arts