course selection information session
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Course Selection Information Session. Agenda. Career Planning Useful Websites FAQs Panel Enrichment Opportunities French Math Q & A. Graduation Requirements. 18 COMPULORY CREDITS 4 credits in English 3 credits in mathematics 2 credits in science 1 credit in Canadian history - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Course SelectionInformation
Session
Agenda
Career PlanningCareer Planning
Useful WebsitesUseful Websites
FAQsFAQs
PanelPanel Enrichment Enrichment
OpportunitiesOpportunities French French Math Math
Q & AQ & A
Graduation Requirements
18 COMPULORY 18 COMPULORY CREDITSCREDITS
4 credits in English 3 credits in mathematics 2 credits in science 1 credit in Canadian
history 1 credit in Canadian
geography 1 credit in arts 1 credit in health and
physical education 1 credit in French as a
second language 0.5 credit in career
studies 0.5 credit in civics
Graduation Requirements Plus one credit from each of the following groups:Plus one credit from each of the following groups:
1 additional credit in English, or French as a second language, or a Native Language, or a classical/international language, or social sciences and the humanities, or Canadian and world studies, or guidance education, or cooperative education
1 additional credit in health and physical education, or the arts, or business studies or French as a second language, or cooperative education
1 additional credit in science (Gr.11or 12), or technological education, or French as a second language, or computer studies or cooperative education
In addition to the compulsory credits, students must complete:In addition to the compulsory credits, students must complete: 12 optional credits12 optional credits 40 hours of community involvement activities40 hours of community involvement activities the provincial literacy requirement in Grade 10the provincial literacy requirement in Grade 10
Volunteer Experience
40 HOURS OF COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:40 HOURS OF COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:www.edu.gov.on.ca/extra/eng/ppm/124a.html
“The purpose of the community involvement requirement is to encourage students to develop awareness and understanding of civic responsibility and of the role they can play and the contributions they can make in supporting and strengthening their communities.”
-Ontario Ministry of Education
HELP YOUR NEIGHBOURS
HELP YOUR COMMUNITY
HELP YOUR SCHOOL AND/OR OTHER SCHOOLS
EXPLORE EXPLORE
and and
RESEARCHRESEARCH
your opportunitiesyour opportunities
Career Planning
Where Do I Look?
Username: NepeanPassword: Knights
FIND YOUR CAREER:FIND YOUR CAREER: www.careercruising.com
Career Cruising is designed to help your students plan their future. With exceptional assessment tools, detailed occupation profiles and comprehensive post-secondary education information, students move seamlessly through the career exploration and planning process.
Each student has an individualized portfolio where they can save assessments and build their resume!
Where Do I Look?
E-Info compiles information on all Ontario Universities. It provides information on programs, residences, scholarships and more!
When you click on the “Areas of Study Chart” you can choose your desired schools and program choices and COMPARE them!
FIND YOUR UNIVERSITY:FIND YOUR UNIVERSITY: www.electronicinfo.ca
Where Do I Look?FIND YOUR COLLEGE:FIND YOUR COLLEGE: www.ontariocolleges.ca Find out more about each of Ontario’s 28 public colleges and where their campuses are located.
Search from thousands of programs to find the ones that are right for you!
Where Do I Look?FIND YOUR TRADE:FIND YOUR TRADE: www.tradeability.ca
Depending on you - the type of person you are, your life-long goals, and the type of contribution you want to make, becoming a person in a skilled trade can be the gateway to a fulfilling life.
“Tradeability” is a single point of access for information on the skilled trades.
Think outside the cubicle!
Where Do I Look?
FIND YOUR WORKPLACE:FIND YOUR WORKPLACE: www.ottawa.johnhoward.ca/jhoyerc.html
For those Students wishing to enter directly into the Workforce after High School Graduation, The Ottawa Youth Employment Resource Centre is an Excellent Resource. Resource room open to the public (of all ages) with 11 computers.
Job postings, Employer Hiring Fairs, and career assessments are all available.
Individual employment counselling for youth between 16 and 24 years of age.
Job placement services (paid on the job training).
FIND YOUR AWARDS:FIND YOUR AWARDS: www.nhsstudentservices.wikispaces.conhsstudentservices.wikispaces.com m
Where Do I Look?
Create an account and find
information on
thousands of
scholarships, grants and cash
awards – all in one
place, and always up
to date.
Where Do I Look?
It provides a detailed snapshot of your interests and how they relate to the world of study and work. It will focus your search for professional and academic satisfaction.
DEVELOP SELF AWARENESS:DEVELOP SELF AWARENESS: JVIS JVIS in Grade 11in Grade 11
Grade 11 Grade 11 students students are given are given the the opportuniopportunity to ty to complete complete the JVIS.the JVIS.
Where Do I Look?FIND A FUTURE JOB:FIND A FUTURE JOB: www.jobfutures.ca
Completing this quiz assists you in determining your areas of interest by helping you identify the degree to which you enjoy working with data/information, people or things; provides you with lists of occupations that match your results and enables you to explore Job Futures to obtain information about those occupations that interest you.
WEBSITES FOR CAREER WEBSITES FOR CAREER INFORMATION INFORMATION
www.careercruising.com username: nepean, password: knights
http://nhsstudentservices.wikispaces.com
www.jobfutures.cawww.onwin.cawww.osca.cawww.canlearn.caWEBSITES FOR APPRENTICESHIP WEBSITES FOR APPRENTICESHIP
CAREERSCAREERSwww.edu.gov.on.ca/skills.htmlwww.tradeability.cawww.careersintrades.cawww.apprenticetrades.cawww.promotingskilledtrades.com
COLLEGECOLLEGEwww.ontariocolleges.cawww.gotocollege.caUNIVERSITYUNIVERSITYwww.electronicinfo.cawww.degreesindemand.cawww.oncampus.macleans.ca/education/rankingswww.schoolfinder.comSCHOLARSHIPSSCHOLARSHIPSwww.studentawards.comwww.canlearn.cawww.scholarshipscanada.comwww.electronicinfo.cawww.millenniumscholarships.ca
Resources…
FAQ’S
Q If I drop math after grade 11, can I still go to If I drop math after grade 11, can I still go to university? Do I need 90’s to get into university? Do I need 90’s to get into university?university?
A Yes, if you drop math after grade 11 you can still go to university. No, you do not need 90’s to get into university. Post-secondary program requirements vary Post-secondary program requirements vary between institutions……research will be required, meet between institutions……research will be required, meet with your counsellor!with your counsellor!
Q If I change my mind, can I switch my courses If I change my mind, can I switch my courses after the semester begins?after the semester begins?
A No guarantees! It’s very difficult because space is limited due to class size restrictions. Requests can be made during the first few days of the semester.
Q Can I change my schedule to get a different Can I change my schedule to get a different teacher or be with my friends?teacher or be with my friends?
A No
FAQ’S
Q What happens if I fail a class?What happens if I fail a class?A If you fail a class you have the following options: Teacher
recommended Credit Recovery, E-learning Courses, Night School, or Summer School.
Q Where can I get a tutor?Where can I get a tutor?A Come to Student Services. We have a list of available tutors.
Q Where can I get my community service hours?Where can I get my community service hours?A A list of approved activities is listed at www.ocdsb.ca. If an
activity is not on the list, the student must obtain our principal’s permission for it to count. The community service hours must occur outside of normal instructional time. Come to Student Services and check our “Volunteer Hours” board for ideas.
Q I’m struggling with a private issue, where can I get help?I’m struggling with a private issue, where can I get help?A You can talk with a Guidance Counsellor or Social Worker in
Student Services regarding any issue. This is a confidential space, unless yourself or someone else is in danger of harm.
FAQ’S
Q If I get a really bad mark or fail a class, can I remove it from my If I get a really bad mark or fail a class, can I remove it from my transcript later?transcript later?
A No. You would have to get permission to drop the course before the last drop date (five days after the midterm)….otherwise it remains on your official transcript of courses (full disclosure).
Q What happens if I’m put on a waiting list for a class?What happens if I’m put on a waiting list for a class?A Our policy is first come, first serve. When, and if, the spot opens
up a counsellor will contact you to make the timetable change.Q What happens to my IEP when I go to University or College?What happens to my IEP when I go to University or College?
A Your IEP will follow you throughout your University or College career. Institutions will require a recent Psycho-educational Assessment (within 4-5 years). Every post-secondary institution has a Centre for Students with Disabilities to help. Contact them directly to ensure that your required services will be in place.
Q If I go away for a semester on exchange, will I be behind in my If I go away for a semester on exchange, will I be behind in my credits?credits?
A Not necessarily. It’s a good idea to take a reach ahead summer school course to make up the difference.
Course Selections : Timelines
Student Presentations: February 9-14th Course Information Evening: Feb.15th Guidance Open House: Feb. 21st 3:30-6pm Course Selections Due: February 24th
Deadline for Course Changes: May 4th
FAQ’S
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Enrichment MathPanel Discussion
Nepean High School provides enriching opportunities for all students to develop passion and commitment. curricular activities extracurricular activities participation in enriching
experiences develops a life-long mindset and drive to excel
Enrichment Opportunities
•Drama: Children’s Theatre, Cappies, Musicals•Clubs and Volunteering•Music Ensembles•Math, Science, and French Contests•Athletic Teams•Enrichment at Universities•International Field Trips•Integrated Courses•Knightwatch Newspaper and Yearbook•Co-operative Education•Hosting International Students and Teachers•Participation in International Research
Enrichment
Enriched same curriculum, same final
exam as academic course move quicker through the
curriculum this is for exceptional students
with a keen interest in a particular subject
Students considering an Enriched course must have strength in the chosen subject area(s) and may be required to complete a challenge test.
work is different, not more homework
teacher adds activities which enhance instruction
Enriched Courses
theoretical with greater depth of coverage
Placementbased on achievement
and merit
Enrichment
Leadership Grade 10 Leadership Development
Core First Year GPP3O
Grade 11 Leadership Development Core Second Year IDP3O
Grade 12 Leadership: Theory and Practice in Recreation and Community IDP4U
Leadership Courses
Leadership
Placementbased on application
and merit
Enrichment
Independent Learning
E-Learning Runs as a
semestered course
ILC Independent Learning Courses
Runs independent of school year but should be completed in six months. Cost Is $250.00
These courses are not eligible for consideration for the Honour Roll
Independent Learning
Independent
PlacementSenior students demonstrating •Good independent work habits•Self directed•Established pattern of success•Subject to Administrative Approval
Enrichment
Advanced Advanced Placement (AP)Placement (AP)
Started in 2004-2005 Students may take courses in
grades 11 and 12 to prepare for AP exams in:
Biology
Calculus AB
Chemistry
English
European History
French Language
Physics
Enrichment
Placementbased on:
AchievementMeritPSAT
Enrichment
How does AP work?How does AP work? Students takes AP courses in grades 11 and 12 that include
additional course material to prepare them for the AP exam, usually written in May of the grade 12 year.
AP exams test material that has similarities with first year university courses.
Students who excel in grades 9 and 10 who are looking for a challenge may consider selecting AP courses in grade 11.
Students are advised to complete the PSAT test in their grade 10 year which gives an indication of potential success in AP exams.
Following the mid-term report in April, counsellors will review student achievement and PSAT scores to identify AP course participants.
Enrichment
WWHYHY S SHOULDHOULD S STUDENTSTUDENTS T TAKEAKE AP? AP?1.1. Enrichment & ChallengeEnrichment & Challenge2.2. Enhancement of Individual StrengthsEnhancement of Individual Strengths3. 3. Active learnersActive learners4. 4. A step ahead at University A step ahead at University 5. 5. Advanced Placement/Credit/increased options at UniversityAdvanced Placement/Credit/increased options at University6.6. Admissions Process Admissions Process
OUAC Application form: HAVE YOU ALREADY WRITTEN OR DO YOU INTEND TO WRITE AN ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) EXAM BY JUNE OF THE CURRENT SCHOOL YEAR?AP courses are recognized by 90% of post secondary AP courses are recognized by 90% of post secondary institutions in North America institutions in North America
7.7. International Recognition International Recognition AP courses are recognized in over 600 universities in 45 AP courses are recognized in over 600 universities in 45 countries around the world.countries around the world.
Enrichment
Preliminary SAT – is a test written in October when students are in grade 10.
Evaluates students’ skills in Critical Reading, Mathematics and Writing.
Gives students an extensive report and access to a personalised easy to use online planning kit
Allows us to determine students’ AP Potential
Enrichment
WWHAT IS THE PSAT HAT IS THE PSAT ??
French Immersion French Immersion Certificate Nepean students who pursue French Immersion certification are expected
to take at least 10 Immersion courses between grades 9 – 12 Four compulsory French Language courses Six other courses taught in French including:
Science Social Science Humanities
Nepean’s Immersion program is exceptionally strong, and a number of our students also write the AP French exam at the grade 11 or 12 level, participate in the Board wide «Concours d’art oratoire» and the «Concours de français» which is jointly sponsored by the University of Ottawa and Carleton University.
A certificate in Extended French may also be granted if the student has successfully completed the sequence of four French language courses and three other courses taught in French.
French
Delf (Diplôme d’études en langue française)
French
and other languages
Core French -
FSF1P FSF1D FSF1DE
FSF2P FSF2D FSF2DE
FSF3O FSF3U
FSF4O FSF4U (R)
SPANISH - Program usually begins in Grade 10
LWSBD: Academic
LWSCU: University Preparation
LWSDU: University Preparation
LATIN - Program usually begins in Grade 10
LVLAD: Academic
LVLBU University Preparation
French
9
10
11
12
Pathways (Math)Academic EnrichedMPM1DE
AcademicEnrichedMPM2DE
Math for Work and Everyday
LifeMEL3E
AppliedMFM2P
Applied MFM1P
Function Applications
MCF3M
Foundations for College Math
MBF3C
Foundations for College Math
MAP4C
Math of Data Management
MDM4U
AP Calculus and Vectors
MCV4UR
Pre – APFunctionsMCR3U7
EssentialMAT1L
EssentialMAT2L
Work and Everyday Life
MEL4E
AcademicMPM1D
AcademicMPM2D
FunctionsMCR3U
Advanced Functions
MHF4U
Calculus and VectorsMCV4U
9
10
11
12AP - Advanced
FunctionsMHF4UR
Math for College
TechnologyMCT4C
Math
University Destinations Math Recommendations
Academic or EnrichedMPM1D
Academic orEnrichedMPM2D
Function Applications
MCF3M
Math of Data Management
MDM4U
FunctionsMCR3U or AP
AcademicMPM1D
AcademicMPM2D
Calculus and Vectors or AP
MCV4U
9
10
11
12
Math
B. Eng.B.Sc.
B.Com.B.A.
Advanced Functions or AP
MHF4U
B.A.Social
Sciences / Humanities
Function Applications
MCF3M
AcademicMPM1D
AcademicMPM2D
B.A.Humanities
University Destinations Math Recommendations: Engineering, Sciences, and Business
Advanced Functions
MHF4U
9
10
11
12
Math
B.EngB.Sc
B.Com.
Academic or EnrichedMPM1D
Academic orEnrichedMPM2D
FunctionsMCR3U
Function Applications
MCF3M
Calculus and Vectors or AP
MCV4U
More concrete introduction to functions
But what if a student is finding abstract math challenging?
College Destinations (Math)
AppliedMFM2P
Applied MFM1P
Foundations for College Math
MBF3C
Foundations for College Math
MAP4C
EssentialMAT1L
EssentialMAT2L
9
10
11
12 Math for College
TechnologyMCT4C
Math
Engineering Technologist
Business Administration
AcademicMPM1D
AcademicMPM2D
Youth Worker
Everyday MathMEL3E
Nepean Math Pathways
9 10Academic Enriched
MPM1DE
AcademicEnrichedMPM2DE
AppliedMDM2P
Applied
MDM1P
Essential
MAT1L
EssentialMAT2L
Academic
MPM1D
AcademicMPM2D
gr. 9
gr.10
+ 70%
+ 80%
+ 75%
Math
Nepean Math Pathways10 11
AcademicEnriched
MPM2DE
Math for Everyday
LifeMEL3E
Applied
MDM2P
Function Applications
MCF3M
Foundations for College
MathMBF3C
Pre – APFunctionsMCR3Ur
Essential
MAT2LAcademic
MPM2D
FunctionsMCR3U
gr.10
gr.11
+ 75%
+ 80%
+ 70%
Data Management
MDM4U
+ 75%
Math
Nepean Math Pathways11 12
Math for Everyday Life
MEL3E
Function Applications
MCF3M
Foundations for College Math
MBF3C
Foundations for College
MathMAP4CMath of Data
ManagementMDM4U
AP Calculus
MHF4Ur
MCV4Ur
Pre – APFunctions
MCR3Ur
Work and Everyday Life
MEL4E
Functions
MCR3U
Advanced FunctionsMHF4U
Calculus and VectorsMCV4U
gr.11
gr.12
+ 80%
+ 75%+ 75%
Math