welcome to secondary school grade 8 open house for students & parents 2014/2015
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Welcome to Secondary School
Grade 8 Open House for Students & Parents
2014/2015
General Information about Maple High School
• Semestered system - four courses per semester, 75 minute classes
• Wide range of courses to meet needs of individual students
• Excellent teaching and administrative staff
Key Goals of Student Success in Secondary Schools
Each student deserves a good outcome:
Providing new and relevant learning opportunitiesBuilding on students’ interests and strengthsEffective transitionsSuccessful graduation
The Student Success Team
Administration, Student Success Teachers, Guidance Counsellors, Special Education Teachers, Cooperative Education Teachers, Personalized Alternative Education Teachers, Literacy Teacher, Classroom Teachers
Working together to support: Student achievement A smooth transition to secondary schoolSuccess in secondary school Successful transition to post-secondary
Creating Pathways to Success
New Education and Career/Life Planning Program
All students leave secondary school with a clear plan for their initial post-secondary destination. “Students are the architects of their lives.”
Pathways thinking and planning is embedded in all subjects areas
Each student in Grades 9-12 will have an Individual Pathways Plan (IPP) created using Career Cruising
Diploma Requirements (O.S.S.D.) for the 4 year program
O.S.S.D
18 Compulsory Credits
12 Optional Credits
Successful completion of Ontario School Literacy Test
40 hours of Community Involvement
18 Compulsory Credits
4 Credits in English (1 credit per grade)
1 Credit in French as a Second Language
3 Credits in Mathematics (at least 1 in Gr. 11 or 12)
2 Credits in Science
1 Credit in Canadian History
1 Credit in Canadian Geography
1 Credit in the Arts
1 Credit in Health and Physical Education
.5 Credit in Civics & .5 Credit in Career Studies (grade 10)
Plus………..
Compulsory Credits (cont’d)
Plus:Group 1: 1 additional credit in English, or French as a Second
Language, or a Native Language/Studies, or a Classical or an International Language, or Social Sciences and the Humanities, or Canadian and World Studies, or Guidance and Career Education (including Learning Strategies), or Cooperative Education
Group 2: 1 additional credit in Health and Physical Education, or Business Studies, or the Arts (music, art, drama), or French as a Second Language or Cooperative Education
Group 3: 1 additional credit in science (grade 11 or 12) or technological education (grades 9-12), or French as a Second Language or Computer Studies or Cooperative Education
The Grade 10 Literacy Test
A diploma requirement. Administered in March of the grade 10 year A test based on language and communication (reading and
writing) expectations of curricula up to and including grade 9
Accommodations, deferrals and exemptions may be appropriate for some students
If standard not met in first attempt, schools will provide remedial support; test is readministered until student successfully completes the test or the Grade 12 Literacy Course.
Community Involvement
A diploma requirementEncourages civic responsibility, promotes community
values and reinforces importance of volunteerismComplete 40 hours before graduationCan start in summer after grade 8Student responsibility to keep record of activitiesGuidelines and forms will be provided to help track
community involvementA good way to explore career interests
COURSE PATHWAY OPTIONS
IN Gr. 9 & 10
APPLIED ACADEMIC LOCALLY DEVELOPED OPEN
TYPE ENVIRONMENT LEARNER
Locally Developed
Guided approach to learning using practical examples and concrete objects.
Need additional support to build skills up to grade level.
Applied Step by step approach using practical examples in a teacher directed environment.
Enjoys learning by doing and benefits from a structured , teacher directed setting.
Academic Theoretical and independent approach to learning with a focus on abstract thinking and application skills.
Enjoys learning independently and going beyond the related learning; self motivated.
Open An opportunity to explore an area of interest for all students.
Available to all students
Compulsory Courses for Grade 9 Students
English
Math
Science
French
Geography
Applied or Academic
English
Math
Science
Locally Developed
Physical Education is the same for all students. Classes are divided by Male and Female.
New for September 2014!
GLEAM – Global Leaders of Excellence in Academics at Maple
Gifted Program – for students with a “Gifted” identification through an IPRC English, Math, Science, Geography
Advanced Placement Preparation – for students interested in beginning to prepare to write the Advanced Placement exams in Grade 12 English, Math, Science, Geography Application is required – due by January 30, 2014
Elective Courses for Grade 9 Students
Technological Studies
Broad Based Technology
Hairstyling & Aesthetics
Business Studies The Arts
Visual
Drama
Music
Learning Strategies
Family Studies
Making the Choice…
Parents and students will select courses in collaboration with elementary school teachers, guidance counselors, student success teachers and administrators
It is important that students do an honest self assessment, matching their ability with their interests and aptitudes
Remember that initial decisions made in grade 8 are not “final” decisions. There are many pathways to the destination your child dreams of!
Secondary School Planning
Important to know:how the student learns bestthe student’s intereststhe diploma requirements to graduatethe prerequisites for courseswhat experiential learning opportunities are availablethe admission requirements for post-secondary
opportunities (college, apprenticeship, university, workplace)
Programs that Support Post-Secondary Planning
Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM)Exploring Opportunities Program (EOP)Co-operative EducationOntario Youth Apprenticeship Program
(OYAP)Dual Credit Program
Students may take advantage of these opportunities beginning in Grade 11.
Apprenticeship Post-Secondary Pathway
learn through ‘in-school’ and ‘on-the-job’ education and training in a skilled trade
over 150 skilled trades from which to choose from!
skilled trades are in high demand and offer a rewarding educational and career path.
can apply to apprenticeship after graduation, OR you can get a head start on apprenticeship while in secondary school through Co-operative Education and OYAP. www.oyap.com
College Post-Secondary Pathway
College programs provide a valuable combination of academic and practical/technical skills training for a specific career
Over 1000 programs to choose from including: Business Administration, Biomedical Technology, Computer Animation, Engineering Technology, Paramedic, Social Services, Specialized Arts Programs
Every college offers Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas, Certificates and Bachelor Degrees
University College Post-Secondary Pathway
Articulation agreements between colleges and universities can earn students a degree and a diploma in four years.
Many students attend college for a year or two as they build self-awareness and knowledge of desired career. They then either graduate, stay with college or transition to university
Multiple opportunities for transferability between colleges and universities
University Post-Secondary Pathway
University programs provide theoretical and some practical training
In general, there are 4 main types of programs at most universities:
Arts/Humanities/Social SciencesLife/Health SciencesPhysical/Engineering SciencesBusiness/Commerce
Workplace Post-Secondary Pathway
Many entry-level job opportunities for students who have completed their OSSD and have workplace experience
Students who are fast tracking into the workforce/ community directly after high school should:
work with Guidance, Student Success Teacher, Personal Alternative Education Teacher, Classroom Teachers, Employment Centre to create a personal portfolio to present to potential employers
take advantage of any experiential opportunities in high school.
Course and Post-Secondary Pathways are changeable and flexible.
As interests, skills and aptitudes develop and mature, there will be many opportunities to re-chart your journey.
Remember….
Programs for Students at Risk of Not Meeting Diploma Requirements
Credit Salvaging or RecoveryIndividualized pathway planning (i.e. change of course
or program choices)Pathway programs (SHSM, Co-op, EOP, OYAP, Dual
Credit).Personalized Alternative EducationDevelopment of an Individual Education PlanEarly Leavers Re-engagement Strategy
Identified Students and Those Receiving Special Education Services
Students who require special education support and services will receive this support according to the needs outlined in their I.E.P. Some may be:
modified curriculum expectationsalternative learning expectationsaccommodations to the learning environment; monitoring/in-class
resourcingmethods to review student’s progressstudent transition plan to postsecondary education, work and/or
community living
ESL Support Programs
ESL courses are provided to help students develop proficiency in English
Students are assessed for their level of English proficiency in order to be placed in appropriate classes
Courses are developed from the curriculum policy documents
Reporting Student Achievement
Standard provincial report card:
Documents achievement in every subject in the form of a percentage grade
Comments on strengths, areas for improvement, and next steps in each subject area
Separates reporting section for attendance and evaluating the student’s learning skills (i.e. homework, initiative, teamwork, etc.)
Summarizes graduation requirements including status of Gr. 10 Literacy test and community involvement
Accessing Career Cruising for Course Selection
http://maple.hs.yrdsb.ca
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Elementary Course Selection Dates
Presentations: January 6 – Teston Village PS January 8 – Michael Cranny ES January 9 – JA Gibson ES January 10 – Maple Creek PS January 13 – Discovery PS January 15 – Mackenzie Glen PS
Registration Form – due to Grade 8 teacher on January 31st (January 29th if requesting a transfer)
Career Cruising Course Selections submitted by February 18th.
www.yrdsb.ca/students
Thank you for your attention……
Please enjoy the rest of your evening
here at Maple High School!