coursebook 2013-2014 - Campbell River School District

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coursebook 2013-2014 - Campbell River School District
Carihi Secondary School
Course Guide
2013-2014
Parent Meetings
February 20 for parents of Grade 9 students - 6-7pm in the Multipurpose Room
February 27 for parents of Grade 10-12 students - 6-8pm in the Multipurpose Room
Carihi Secondary School is committed to providing a safe, respectful and challenging learning
environment in which diversity is celebrated and individuals are encouraged to maximize their
potential and become positive contributors to the social, cultural and economic fabric of society.
Welcome to Carihi Secondary School!
As a new or returning student to Carihi, you have many
opportunities ahead of you on your path to graduation. We are
very proud of our school and the choices that are available to
students. There is an opportunity for every student at Carihi
to excel in an area that they are passionate about or interested
in. We have a committed staff that provides a wide array of
academic and extra-curricular programs and as such, I encourage
you to explore all of the different and unique programs Carihi
has to offer.
My year so far at Carihi has taught me that there are so many
opportunities available to students here at the school. My years
in education have taught me that the more you involve yourself
in school, the more you are going to get from the experience.
The process you are currently engaged in – course selection
– is very important. Please take the time to carefully read the
course booklet, gather information, and select courses that
are appropriate to your interests and abilities. Staff such as
counsellors and administrators are available to assist you through
this process. Please ask questions and make informed choices.
Carihi is a fantastic school filled with wonderful students and
staff. We look forward to working with you in the 2013-14
school year and helping you achieve your academic goals as
you prepare for the next phase of your life.
Have an enjoyable and memorable year!
Mr. Sean Toal
Principal
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Carihi is the place where students can discover what they are
passionate about and pursue those passions to the max!
It is very important that you obtain as much information as
possible in selecting your courses. Please take advantage of
this Registration Guide, and make use of the counsellors in our
school. Program planning is critical to ensure you have the
courses needed for high school graduation and to qualify for
admission to post-secondary programs.
My hope is that each of you will have a positive, productive,
and academically successful year that will lead you closer to
fulfilling your future personal and professional goals. Have a
great year!
Laird Ruehlen
Vice-Principal
Table of Contents
District Programs4 Performing Arts17
Carihi School Services and Programs
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Drama 917
Province of B. C. Graduation Program
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Improv 917
Course Descriptions
Acting 10/11/1217
Art7
Musical Theatre 9/10/11/1217
Art Foundations 9/10/11/127 Guitar 917
Advanced Art 11/127 Guitar 10/11/1217
Studio Art Drawing and Painting11/12
7
Band 9
17
Art Careers 127 Concert Band 10/11/12
17/18
Sculpture 10/11
7
Jazz Band 10/11/1218
Sculpture 12
7
Music Composition and Technology 11/12
18
Yearbook 10/11/12
7 Video Productions 9/10/11/12
18
Business8
Physical Education18
Accounting 118 Physical Education 9/1018
Business Computers Applications 11
8
Baseball PE 9/10/11/12
18 *ABT Applied Business Technology
8
Basketball PE 9/10/11/1218
*NIC Dual Credit Courses
8
Conditioning PE 9/10/11/12 18 Voyager Program8 Conditioning PE Girls 11/12 18
Tyee Program8 Physical Education 11/12
19 Careers/Work Experience9
Boys Soccer PE 9/10/11/12
19
ACE-IT9 Girls Soccer PE 10/11/12
19
Coop Education9 Rugby PE 9/10/11/12
19
Planning 109 Wrestling PE 9/10/11/12
19
Graduation Transition Plan 12
9
Hockey Academy
19 Child Care Assistant10 Sciences19
Secondary School Apprenticeship11 Science 9/10 & Sciences 9/10 (French)
19/20
Work Experience 12A & 12B
11 Astronomy 919
English11
Biology 11/1220/21
English 9/10/11/1211 AP CH11 & Chemistry 11/12
20/21
Communications 11/1211 AP CH 12 (Advanced Placement CH 12) 20/21
English 12 First Peoples 11 Earth Science 1120
English Literature 1211 Physics 11/1220/21
Writing 9-1212 Science and Tech. 1120/21
Home Economics/Food Services
12
Nautical Sciences 22
Food Service Cook Training12 Social Studies21/23
Food Studies 9/10/11/1212 Social Studies 9/10/1123
Textiles Studies 9/10/11/1212 Sciences Humaines 9/10/1123
Human Services13
B.C. First Nations Studies 12
23
First Nations Leadership 9/10/11/12
13
Geography 1223
Leadership 11/12
13
Comparative Civilization 12 23
Leadership 9/10
13
Military History 11/1223
Peer Support 9/10/11/12
13
History 1223
Psychology 11/1213 Law 1223
Family Studies 1213 Technical Education24
Information Technology14
Drafting and Design 10/11/12 24
Digital Media 914 Technology - Mechanics24
Computer Animation 10/11/12 14
Robotics 924
Information and Technology 10/11/12
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Engineering 924
DRIVE
14 Metalwork 9/1024
Languages14
Woodwork 9/1024
Français langue 9/10/11/1214/15
Automotive Tech 11/1224
French 9/10/11/1214/15
Carpentry and Joinery 11/12 25
Kwa Kwala 9/10/Beginners 11
15 Metal Work 11/1225
Kwa Kwala 11/1215 Robotics 11/1225 Beginners Spanish 15 Ace-it Residential Construction 25
Spanish 11/12
15
Extra-Curricular Activities26
Mathematics16
Courses from eBlend27
Math 9/Mathematiques 916 What are you going to do when you finish sec. school? 28
Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 10/11
16
Continued...
Foundations and Pre Calculus Math 10
16
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Scholarship and Bursary Information
Math Pathways Grade 9 Program
My Credits for Graduation
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Robron Centre
eBlend
This home-schooled program offers a number of core courses
to grade 10-12 students who for various reasons cannot do the
courses at school. These correspondence courses are supported
by teachers at Robron Centre. See page 27 for more eBlend
courses.
Alternate Programs
There are a number of alternate programs at the Robron Centre
available to students. Students currently enrolled will a require
a referral from their present school. Students no longer in school
should make an appointment at Robron.
Continuing Education
This adult program is offered to students 18 years old or older
who need to upgrade a course mark or are looking to complete
their high school diploma. The courses are self-directed with the
support of teachers at Robron Centre.
District Programs
Special Education
Other services available through this district office include those
of school psychologists, physiotherapist, speech therapists, and
visual and hearing impaired specialists. All can be reached at
286-4400.
Youth Worker
The Youth Worker supports and advocates for students needing
assistance with managing everyday situations that impact their
ability to function and grow in positive ways. Students receive
guidance with social, emotional and academic challenges
through a collaborative approach towards achieving their
personal success in school and the community.
French Immersion
Carihi offers the continuation of the French Immersion
Programme begun at the elementary and middle school levels.
Students enroll in the following courses:
- Gr. 9 Français langue 9, Sciences Humaines 9, Sciences 9,
and Mathematiques 9
- Gr. 10 Français langue 10, plus 2 of the following 3 courses:
Sciences Humaines 10, Planning 10 (French) or
Sciences 10 (depending upon student requests not
all three courses may be offered)
- Gr. 11 Français langue 11, and Sciences Humaines 11
- Gr. 12 Français langue 12
Please see the course listings for detailed information.
Successful completion of these courses earns the student a
bilingual high school diploma which gives him/her the right to
attend a French University.
Courses that are failed must be repeated before a student may
enroll in the next level course.
Science at Carihi!
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Students who wish to leave the French Immersion programme
and who seek FSL credit should see a counsellor for options
prior to the beginning of the semester.
Counselling
Carihi School Services and Programs
Counselling services are available for every student in the school
through the counsellors. These services include assistance with
course planning, post-secondary planning, career exploration,
and personal counselling.
The counselling team at Carihi is committed to providing
resources and support for students as they make the major
transition from adolescence to adulthood. Students may book
appointments through Kelly Goodwin, the Student Services
secretary.
Parents and guardians are urged to contact the counsellors at
any time with concerns regarding the progress of their son or
daughter.
Career Development
Carihi’s Career Facilitator is available in the Career Centre
to help guide students in the exploration and selection of a
career. In addition to providing individual consultations and
classroom presentations, he coordinates Work Experience,
Career Preparation, and the Cooperative Education Program.
Kelly Goodwin, the secretary in the Student Services area, can
assist you in making an appointment to discuss your career
future with your Career Facilitator. You may wish to check the
course descriptions in this booklet to determine which subject
areas currently offer Career Preparation options.
First Nation Youth Workers
Students of native ancestry are urged to access the services of
our First Nations youth workers for help with academic and
personal concerns. Leave a message at the main office of Carihi
(286-6282) or drop in to room E124.
LA/SDC
The Learning Assistance/Skills Development Centre offers both
the Learning Strategies Course and the ACCESS course.
In our Learning Strategies Course, you will spend the first half of
the class engaged in lessons designed to help you learn strategies
to enhance your school success. Areas explored include note
taking, study skills, test taking strategies, time management and
goal setting. The second half of the class provides you with
support in your current classes.
Our ACCESS course is a life skills program designed to give you
reading, writing and math skills that will help you learn skills
you will be able to use in the workplace. Some examples of the
skills explored include reading schedules, reading labels, filling
out applications, calculating time worked and wages.
Entry into the program is based on consultation with cousellors,
administration, teachers, and parents. Successful completion of
either of these two programs will earn you four credits towards
graduation.
Library
The library is well-equipped with current print and electronic
resources to assist students with research and recreational
reading. It also houses a computer lab with 60 computers and
a printer. The library catalogue and databases can be accessed
at library.sd.72.bc.ca.
Skills For Life (SFL)
SFL program stands for Skills For Life. We support the students
in their career and life goals. We are a community based program
that gets the students practicing their skills on a regular basis.
Our students integrate into regular classes; work in small groups
in our support room or individual program options. We have
our students out on community based work experiences, as
well as attending part time at North Island College. We provide
opportunities for Carihi students to work as student teaching
assistants. Our students are incredibly successful at Carihi
because of the level of support they receive from the Carihi
students and staff.
Carihi Tyee and Voyager Programs Please see page 8.
Flex Program
The Carihi Flex program offers a variety of self-pace courses
for students who require a flexible learning environment to suit
their individual needs. Courses offered in Flex are generally
delivered on-line. This self-paced setting requires a high degree
of motivation and self-discipline. Students are place in Flex after
meeting with a counsellor and the Flex teacher.
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The following courses are currently available through Flex:
Accounting 11
Law 12
Biology 11/12
Math (A & W) 10 & 11
Business Computer Applic. 11 Math (Fnds) 10 & 11
Chemistry 11
Math (Pre-cal) 11 & 12
Communications 11 & 12
Earth Science 11
Planning 10
Economics 12
English 10, 11 & 12
Psychology 11
Family Studies 12
Social Studies 10 & 11
Geography 12
Science 10
History 12
English Language Learning
The ELL class is for students who have grown up speaking a
language other than English. In ELL, students will practice
listening, speaking, reading and writing in order to improve their
ability to communicate in English and to succeed in academic
classes.
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Province of British Columbia Graduation
Program
The B.C.Ministry of Education requires students graduating with a Dogwood Diploma to have successfully completed 80
credits of grades 10 to 12 course work. These courses are broken into two sections: required courses and elective courses.
Required courses (4 credits each) are:
*To acquire these 4 credits, students must complete the
following mandatory standards:
1. 150 minutes per week of physical activity, for grades
10/11/12,
2. A graduation transition plan that will help students
set goals for post-secondary education or
career pursuits,
3. 30 hours of work experience or community service,
4. The appropriate assignments from Planning 10,
5. An exit interview.
Elective courses (4 credits each) may be chosen by students
from grade 10 to 12 in addition to the
required in accumulating the minimum 80
credits for graduation. These elective credits
must include one Applied Skill or Fine
Art course and have least 3 grade 12 level
courses.
English 10
Social Studies 10
Science 10
a Mathematics 10
Physical Education 10
Planning 10
Credits:
4
4
4
4
4
4
English 11 or Communications 11
a Social Studies 11
a Science 11
a Mathematics 11
4
4
4
4
English 12 or Communications 12
4
Graduation Plan*
4
Applied Skill or Fine Art
a grade 12 course
another grade 12 course
a third grade 12 course
4
4
4
4
A minumum of 4 other courses
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Minimum total credits
80
Please note: All students are encouraged to make the most of their years at secondary school by achieving their best in
a slate of courses that will give them the best chance to persue a vibrant and fulfilling post-secondary path. This is often
done by taking much more than 80 credits, exploring possible future endeavours well in advance of graduation and
enrolling in classes that keep those options available to them.
Promotion Policy
Previous to grade 10, students were not retained in the event that they did not demonstrate a successful standard
of learning in the course. This policy ends at secondary school. At Carihi, students are expected to demonstrate
successful mastery of learning outcomes as prescribed by the Ministry of Education. Students who are not
successful in meeting outcomes for a course will work with staff on a plan to meet those outcomes. Students in the
graduation program must pass courses as stated above.
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Course Descriptions
Art
Art 9 ART9
Art 9 is a great introduction to working
in a dynamic environment where students
are encouraged to feed their creativity
and imaginations! Working with a wide
variety of 2D and 3D processes, students
enrolled in Art 9 will create art that they
will be proud to display!
Course type: fine arts elective
Art Foundations 10
VAG10
This course helps students explore their
worlds visually through such processes
as: drawing, painting, printmaking, and
sculpture! A great introductory course
that provides students with a solid foundation for any future art classes, this
course encourages self-expression and
creativity! If you’re curious and want to
learn a wide array of art techniques this
is the class!
Course type: fine arts elective
Art Found 11/12
Studio Art Drawing and Sculpture 12
SACS12
Painting 11/12 SADP11/12 Students will continue to build upon the
When students have completed VAG 10,
AF11/12, they may find that they are
gravitating towards a specific style of art
making. Many students discover that they
love to draw and paint, and find that they
want a concentrated course that focuses
specifically on these two areas. Studio art
drawing and painting is an art course where
students will finish with portfolio quality
art that can be used towards acceptance
into Art Colleges and Universities.
Course type: fine arts elective
Art Careers 12
YARC12
As students begin to focus on what they
may do after graduation, many realize
that they want to pursue art: art school,
interior design, or graphics. In order to
gain acceptance to many post secondary
schools a portfolio is required. Students
prepare a portfolio that can be presented to
post secondary programs. As Art Careers
is a progression from other art courses,
students should have taken at least two
years of art at Carihi prior to enrolling in
this course. Art Careers is an individualized
program, which is designed to help
students develop their own personal style.
Course type: fine arts elective
AF11 or AF12 Sculpture 10/11 VAC10
Whether this is the first art class that
students take or their 2nd, this class
will help students further develop their
art skills from Art Foundations 10.
Exploring a wide range of media and
styles, students will work with a variety
of materials to create dynamic artwork.
Course type: fine arts elective
Advanced Art 11/12
AAF11/12
A comfortable and stimulating
environment is essential when creating
art. If you are looking for such an
environment, Advanced Art is a good
choice. As students enrolled in this
course have previously taken art, many
projects are self-directed. All students
will finish this course with a portfolio
which can be used towards acceptance
into Art Colleges and Universities.
Course type: fine arts elective
skills and techniques that they learned in
either Sculpture 10/11. Allowing a more
focused approach to the many areas in
sculpture, students may choose to create
a large focused body of artwork through
any of the 3D media offered. Students
will finish this course with 3D art that
can be included in their portfolios when
applying to a post-secondary school.
Course type: fine arts elective
This course explores the use of clay,
plaster, found objects, wire, glass and wood
to create functional and non-functional
sculptures. Interested in learning how to
use the pottery wheel? Want to create a
replica of your hand in plaster? This is the
course for you. Course type: fine arts
elective
Sculpture 11
SACS11
CREATE ARTWORK WITH SHAPE
AND FORM! This course explores the
use of clay, plaster, found objects, wire,
glass and wood. Sculpt abstract shapes
from plaster, take a cast of your hand,
learn to use the pottery wheel, create a
mosaic! Sculpture is an area of art where
your imagination takes shape! Course type: fine arts elective
Yearbook 10 WR10
Students enrolled in this course will participate in all of the development stages of
creating Carihi’s yearbook. planning, photography, editing, creating pages through
the use of In Design, marketing, publishing and delivery.
Course
type: elective
Yearbook 11/12 WR11 or WR12
The creation of the yearbook requires
enthusiastic, committed students who
want to create a record of the year through
the design and creation of the yearbook.
Students will work together as a team to
plan each stage of development from start
to finish. Photography, editing, In-Design,
marketing, publishing are all skills that
students will build and use throughout
this course. Course type: elective
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Business
Accounting 11
Applied Business Technology
(ABT)
AC11
Are you ready to take charge of finances?
Accounting 11 introduces accounting
concepts for those interested in a career
in the financial field, and is invaluable
for anyone wishing to operate their own
business. Accounting 11 can be taken as
an accelerated course, and students who
finish the course early, may begin coursework for Applied Accounting 12. Course type: applied skill elective
Business Computer Applications 11
BCA11
Being a “geek” is not required. Students
in BCA 11 will learn the basics of word
processing, spreadsheet, data base, desktop publishing and presentation software.
Skills in this area are extremely valuable
not only in business, but also in the academic and personal areas as well. BCA
11 has been designed as a flexible course,
which allows students to complete work
at their own pace within the semester.
120 hours of class time and approx. 105
required assignments, in addition to a final exam.
Course type: applied skill elective
Are you interested in a career as an
Office Assistant in the Dental, Medical
or Legal field? Why not earn up to 7
first year North Island College credits
and 8 grade 12 credits during your grade
12 year. Upon successful completion of
this program, students will be on their
way towards their ABT/Office Assistant
1 certification.
If you are interested in this type of
program, see your counsellor for further
information.
NIC Dual Credit Courses
Psychology 130
This is a fully transferable first year
post secondary course. Students
earn 4 credits towards high school
graduation as well as earn post
secondary credits. This course will
be offered through North Island
College in Campbell River. Please
see your counsellor for further
information.
This program is a result of a partnership
between North Island College and School
District #72.
Voyager Program
Voyager Program is an extension of the Tyee Program aimed at Grade 11 and
12 students. Students in this program will embrace the challenge of learning
beyond the classroom walls and appreciate the high expectations placed on
them. A positive attitude and strong work ethic are essential! This program
has been developed to support and encourage students to practice the skills
which will enable them to safely enjoy the abundant “alternative-environment” activities in the outdoors. Students will learn and apply knowledge
to prepare for and manage backcountry travel and activities such as hiking,
mountain biking, snow shoeing, canoeing, and skiing/snowboarding. Students are also expected to participate in a community service component of
the program.
Students should be aware that this is an all-day program that runs in second
semester. Applications and entrance interviews will likely be required. Students will have the opportunity to earn credits in Social Studies 11, Physical
Education 11, Sustainable Resources 11, and Leadership 11.
Tyee Program
The purpose of this course is to create a challenging, outdoor educational learning experience for
grade 9 students in their second semester. Students will spend their day with two teachers, who will
deliver Math, Social Studies, Physical Education and an Elective class at the grade 9 level. Key
components of the class will be the opportunity to participate in a varieity of outdoor educational
activities throughout the semester.
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Careers/Work
Experience
Co-operative Education 12A/12B
YCOP12A/12B
Planning 10
PLAN10
A required course for graduation, Planning
10 is a semester-long “map” to finding
your way in the big world. The curriculum
offers practical skills and useful knowledge
about everything from what to eat to how
to save your hard-earned cash. Planning
10 loads you up with information about
mental and physical health, relationships
and sexuality, and career exploration
and educational planning. The course
also takes an in-depth look at finances,
offering information about taxes, loans,
RRSPs and more. Finally, Planning gives
students the opportunity to participate
in work experience, giving a hands-on
lesson about employment and life in the
workplace. Get yourself ready to “launch”
in Planning 10. Course type: required
Preparation for transition and change
is the main objective for Cooperative
Education. It is a hands-on method of
learning that allows students to earn
ACE-IT
secondary school credits towards their
ACE-IT is a new industry training program graduation by combining in-school
just for secondary school students that studies with related work experiences.
allows you to get a head start on your Students apply to be considered for a
post secondary education as well as gain cooperative education program during
practical and in-demand skills while in the course selection procedure and an
secondary school. Through an ACE IT application and interview are part of
program, you can take courses that will the process. Students will be given 40
give you credit towards both secondary hours of in-class career exploration/preschool graduation and towards completion employment training necessary for their
of the level 1 technical industry training work experience and for employment after
program. Complete a registration form graduation from high school. Following
and submit it to your Counsellor or Career the classroom portion students will have
Facilitator. See the information below.
the opportunity to complete 250 hours
Course type: gr. 12 applied skill elect.
of evaluated work experience. The
work placement will be determined after
Additional stipulations apply, please conferencing with the student about their
check with the Career Facilitator.
requests. Two school courses (8 credits) Graduation Transition GT
are awarded for the successful completion Plan 12
Four
components
comprise
a
student’s
of this afternoon program.
Course type: gr. 12 applied skill elect. Graduation Plan:
Must be taking at least one other
1. 30 hours of work experience which
course.
can be paid work or volunteer hours.
Students seeking assistance in finding
a place to accumulate these hours can
contact the Career Facilitator in Student
ACE-IT Programs
Services.
The following North Island College trades and technology programs are
available for the students. The students may be able to complete level 1 of the
2. 150 minutes physical activity per
following programs while in high school. *Students should see the Career Faweek for grades 10, 11 and 12.
cilitator in grade 10 or early in their grade 11 year to go over the prerequisites
of the program, its availability, and to fill out the underage application forms
3. A graduation transition plan that
for North Island College. For further information about a specific program
will help students set goals for postplease visit www.nic.bc.ca/calendar/. secondary education and career pursuits.

Aircraft Structures Technician Certificate

Automotive Service Technician Certificate
4. An exit interview.

Carpentry
Course type: required

Culinary Arts / Professional Cook Certificate

Drafting**

Electrical

Electronics Technician Core Certificate

Heavy Duty & Commercial Transport Mechanics Certificate
“If you don’t do your home
Plumbing & Piping Entry Certificate
work, you’re going to miss

Welding Level C
your foul shots.”
* Advanced planning with the Career Facilitator is required to insure the prerequisites of program are met prior to starting the program
- Larry Bird
**Drafting is not part of the Ace-it program although it is still available for
students
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Want to work with children as a qualified
Child Care Assistant or work in an
Elementary Classroom?
In this 10-week program you will learn to care for infants and pre-school to school-age children under the guidance of early childhood educators. Coursework includes essential skills training, (two early childhood education
courses, listed below, which will count as credit toward college programs). Students are encouraged to enroll in the
Co-op Ed work experience 12 program and do a work placement in kindergarten classes.
The course will run after school in a similar format to other dual credit courses like Psychology 130 and English
115.
NIC is providing SD71 and SD72 students with this amazing opportunity. The courses indicated above are part
of the ECE program and also the ECE Assistant program. Participants would be guaranteed a seat in the ECCE
Certificate program during their September intake.
ECC-114
PARTNERSHIPS - PART I - CHILD GUIDANCE
This course offers an overview of philosophical and theoretical orientations that have influenced specific approaches to
child guidance. Concepts related to these approaches will be discussed and students will be able to apply guidance strategies in their practice experiences. There will be a focus on encouragement and prevention.
Co-requisite – Eng. 12
ECC-168
HEALTH SAFETY AND NUTRITION IN-CHILDCARE SETTINGS
This course provides opportunities for students to examine overall health, safety and nutritional practice in early childhood settings. Emphasis will be placed on studying policies and practices that promote health, safety and well-being of
children. Attention will also be given to educator’s reflection on personal wellness, modeling and promoting a healthy and
safe environment for young children.
Co-requisite – Eng. 12
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Secondary School
Apprenticeship SSA11A/11B/12A/12B
Secondary School Apprenticeship (SSA)
is a career program that gives students the
opportunity to begin an apprenticeship
while still in high school, and to earn high
school credits for doing so. A Secondary
School Apprenticeship involves part-time
work within a trade – something many
secondary students are doing anyway.
Think about it: you can be earning money
and learning valuable skills doing a job
you love, getting high school and postsecondary credits for it, and pursuing
other academic courses at the same time.
Imagine how much more meaningful
school will feel, and how far ahead you’ll
be when you graduate. SSA can give you
a great head start on a career – you could
be up to two years ahead of your peers in
a career in the trades if you participate.
Complete a registration form and submit
it to your Career Facilitator.
Course type: gr. 12 applied skill elect.
Must already be in an apprenticable
occupation.
Work Experience 12
WEX12
This four credit course is designed to
enable students to explore careers of their
choice and to gain valuable employability
skills. It requires a strong commitment to
self-initiative and responsibility. Students
are required to complete 120 hours of work
experience. Students may work at one or
several placements and complete the hours
during school time, after school or on
weekends. It is the student’s responsibility
to keep track of hours worked. Credit
will be given to documented hours
only. Complete a registration form and
submit it to your Career Facilitator.
Course type: gr. 12 applied skill
elect.
English
English 9
EN9
English 9 provides a transition between
beginning secondary English and senior
English courses. Students will be expected
to demonstrate more sophisticated
communication skills through a greater
variety of writing, speaking and listening
opportunities. Conventions of effective
expository, narrative, and descriptive
writing will be further explored, but the
focus will be on clarity in exposition.
Novels, short stories, and poems will
require more in-depth study than previous
writings.
Course type: required
English 10
EN10
English 10 emphasizes many forms of
literature including novels, short stories,
poetry and drama. Formal analysis
of literature is introduced, along with
developing stronger skills in reading,
writing, speaking, listening and critical
thinking.
Course type: required
Government exam: yes
Communications 11
COM11
Communications 11 is designed for
students who will probably have difficulty
in completing English 11 successfully.
These students receive a more basic course
in the English skills of listening, speaking,
reading, and writing. Communications 11
is intended for students who are moving
toward non academic post secondary
porgrams.
Course type: required or EN11
English 11
EN11
English 11 emphasizes literature (novels,
short stories, poetry, and drama) as well
as practice in writing formal essays.
Advanced skills in reading, writing,
speaking, listening and critical thinking
are also covered in this course.
Course type: required or COM11
Communications 12
COM12
Communications 12 is designed for
students who will probably have difficulty
completing English 12 successfully. These
students receive a more basic course in
the English skills of listening, speaking,
reading and writing. Communications
12 is intended for students who are
moving toward Non-academic post
secondary programs. Some students who
complete Communications 12 do go on
to successfully complete English 12.
Government exam: yes
Course type: required or EN12
English 12
EN12
English 12 emphasizes literature (novels,
short stories, poetry, and drama) as well
as practice in writing formal essays.
Advanced skills in reading, writing,
speaking, listening and critical thinking
are also covered in this course.
Government exam: yes
Course type: requ i r e d o r C O M 1 2
English 12 First Peoples
EN12FP
English 12 First Peoples is the academic
equivalent of English 12. Both of which are
equivalent in rigour and high expectations.
It is intended for both Aboriginal and
non-Aboriginal students. It explores
First Peoples’ worldviews through the
study of various forms of text – including
oral story, poetry, dramatic work, dance,
song, film, and fiction and non-fiction
prose, created by local, Canadian, and
international First Peoples writers, artists,
and cultures.
Course type: required or EN12 or
COM 12
Government exam: yes
English Literature 12 EN LIT
English Literature 12 presents a thematic
or chronological survey of major British
and Commonwealth writers and their
works from Classical to Modern times.
The course is intended to enable students
to develop skills in reading, understanding,
discussing and appreciating the literature,
particularly poetry and dramas, of times
other than our own. Emphasis is placed
upon the authors’ relationships to the
times in which they lived, to provide an
awareness of our cultural heritage and a
perspective for contemporary literature.
Course type: gr. 12 elective
11
Home Economics/Food Services
Writing 9-12
YWR9-12
Writing 9-12 is a multi-grade course
to which writers, both beginning and
intermediate, share in the practice
of creative and journalistic writing
styles. Throughout the semester, you
will be taken on a journey in sampling
a “smorgasbord” (variety of styles)
of writing. You will also be taught
blended style and structure, and work
on applying these techniques to your
stories, journal articles, film reviews,
memoirs, and a variety of “bits
and pieces” written throughout the
semester. In addition, you will have an
opportunity to write to a school-wide
audience in the release of Carihi’s
newspaper, the CariHiLites, which is
written by students, for students. Lastly,
you will engage with other writers in
a cooperative and safe environment
by sharing your writing through
workshops, ultimately building upon
the completion of a “polished” writing
portfolio.
Course type: fine arts elective
Carihi’s Newspaper – The
CariHiLites
Material in this paper is mainly created
by the writing class at Carihi. However,
if you’re interested in contributing an
article or idea, please see the main office
for details. The CariHiLites is written
by students, for students. If interested in
writing, read the course description for
writing 9-12.
Course type: fine arts elective
Do you qualify for External Credits
toward graduation? See page15 for
details.
Food Service Studies
Level 1 -CKT 9 - 12
Level 2 - CKT 9 - 12
HOME ECONOMICS ARTS &
CRAFTS 9,10, 11, 12
This
is a career preparation course taught at
Carihi’s kitchen facility. Graduates may
find direct entry jobs or proceed on to
apprenticeship training. The student
spends a majority of the time in the
kitchen developing the necessary skills
needed in today’s fast-paced commercial
kitchens. The program is available in A
or B blocks. Students may register for
individual blocks of Food Service Studies
also. Course type: applied skill
elective
Do you want to have FUN while learning
new techniques and creating one of a
kind projects. This course offers a broad
range of projects suitable for everyone.
It includes recycled and repurposed
t-shirts, jeans, scarves, card-making,
beading, quilting (rag, paper pieced,
applique etc.), string arts, needlework
(embroidery, x-stitching), yarnwork
(knitting, crotcheting, pictures), tyedying, candle making, etc. Something
for everyone!!!
Note: MOST supplies will be provided.
Food Studies 9/10/11/12
Course type: applied skill elective
Launch yourself into the wonderful world
of FOOD and of course EATING! Enjoy
planning, preparing and eating a number
of diverse foods and meals using various
cooking skills and principles. This course
is divided into various units including
appetizers, pastry, artisan breads, ethnic
foods, holiday projects, food safe, sweets,
and savories etc.. Students will use the
principles of management time, energy,
cost and nutrition in food preparation
and also begin to understand the use of
food in the body and its relationships to
good health.
Course type: applied skill elective
Baking 9,10,11,12
How can the exact same ingredients,
and exactly the same recipe make such
different bakery items? The answer to
this puzzle is quite simple.... GOOD
BAKERS, especially home bakers,
ARE MADE NOT BORN!! This course
concentrates on flour mixtures and the
different methods used in preparing
them and includes such things as sweet
and savory yeast breads, muffins, cakes,
cookies, batters and doughs. Note: These
products will not be a repeat of items made
in the Foods 9,10, 11, 12 course.
Course type: applied skill elective
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ACE-IT is a new industry
training program just for
secondary school students
that allows you to get a
head start on your post
secondary education as
well as gain practical and
in-demand skills while
in secondary school. See
page 9 for details.
Human Services
First Nations
Leadership 9/10/11/12 FLEAD9/10/11/12
First Nations leadership is for students
who want to increase their abilities as
a leader in the classroom and/or in their
community. Students have the opportunity
to enhance their learning about trust,
responsibility and pride. Literacy through
oral reading, class discussions and public
speaking will be included. Traditional
culture workshops and mentoring of
middle or elementary school students
is a major focus of the course. Students
will plan workshops for students and
members of the community.
Course type: gr. 11 applied skill elective
Leadership 11/12
LEAD11/12
This is a
course for students who want to increase
their leadership abilities through practical
opportunities with the entire student body.
It is an activity-oriented course, focusing
on organization, communication and
self-development. Students must commit
TWO weekends during the year for a
leadership conference and a retreat. This
course happens outside of the regular
timetable.
Course type:
gr. 11 applied skill elective
Juniour Leadership 09/10
Have you ever wondered about the
skills employers are looking for?
Teamwork, problem solving, planning,
goal setting, and creativity are all skills
that are valued and also developed in
our Junior Leadership course. Students
will be given opportunities to develop
those skills by planning school events,
helping our local and international
community, recognizing students and
staff, and caring for our environment.
Junior Leadership is a full semester grade
nine elective and will be offered during
first semester. Students who enrol would
also be expected to make connections with
the Senior Leadership class on Tuesday
and Thursday mornings before school in
exchange for a study block those days in
the timetable. Junior Leadership students
would also be strongly encouraged
to continue meeting with the Senior
Leadership class during second semester.
Course type: elective
Sports Leadership 9/10/11/12
The main area of focus is the
responsibilities associated with organizing
a vibrant intramural program throughout
the year. Students in this group will be
taught the methodology of coaching.
They will assist sports teams and coaches
at Carihi and the larger community.
Students are expected to be involved in
up to 20 hours of coaching. This might be
a younger Carihi team, a feeder school, a
community team or areas such as Special
Olympics. They will often find themselves
as ambassadors of Carihi. They will
also be taught how to officiate various
sports. The class will be responsible for
organizing the School Sports Banquet and
a Fun style Olympic day with our local
elementary schools. The course is outside
the regular timetable with classes taking
place on Thursday mornings at 7:30am
and during intramurals at lunch time
.
Peer Support 10/11/12
PEER9/10/11/12
Acts of kindness can go a long way
to improving our lives and the lives
of others. Peer Support is offered
outside the timetable and gives students
the opportunity to enhance personal
relationships and to make our school and
community a more caring place. Conflict
resolution and mediation, listening skills,
developing empathy, team building,
public speaking and understanding health
issues are some of the areas of study
covered in Peer Support. Students are
expected to participate in projects and
programs to enhance the well being of
others in our school, our feeder schools
and our community. This course has a
substantial “out-of-class” commitment
Course type: gr. 11 applied skill elective
Psychology 11
PSY11
Psychology 12
PSY12
Do you know who you are? What
makes you tick? Why you do what you
do? Psychology 11 is designed to give
you the language, tools and relevant
theories to develop your understanding
of the fundamentals of psychology. You
will explore the biological influences of
behaviour, the background of psychology,
methods of gathering data, human
development, theorists’ perceptions on
human behaviour and understanding
personality. Students are encouraged to
create discussions and have fun. Course type: applied skill elective
Have you ever wondered why certain
things affect you and not others? Or
how society influences your behavior
and decisions? Psychology 12 explores
how psychological disturbances, social
behaviour and social interactions influence
our lives. Students learn strategies for
coping with stress, frustration and conflict.
Psychological disorders are examined
and students learn to identify causes,
behaviours and treatments for individuals
in society having difficulty adjusting to
daily life.
Course type: applied skill elective
Family Studies 12
FM12
This course looks at the choices adults
need to make: whether to marry or not,
whether to have children or not, what
type of career to establish, and what
type of housing is appropriate. We look
at the functions of the family, the family
life cycle, future trends, and changes
and problems in adult years. Students
will also participate in the popular Little
Buddies Program. Priority to Grade 12’s
on registration.
Course type: gr. 12 elective
“No act of kindness, no
matter how small, is ever
wasted.”
- Aesop
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Information
Technology
Digital Media 9
Computer Animation11/12
YCAN11/2
Students
DM9
will learn how to use an iMAC computer
to make three dimensional models and
characters they animate with lighting and
camera to produce short video clips. Our
software, Animation Master, which runs
on both platforms, uses curved patches,
which make it easy to produce organic
models like animals and people that have
complex shapes, motions, colors and shades.
Students in this course will also improve their
sketching, an important skill of the computer
animator. Some self-pacing is encouraged as
is experimenting with models and movies.
Course type: gr. 12 fine arts elective
Put down that guitar and grab a mouse!
It’s time to go digital! Digital Media is a
single term course that allows students to
explore the various digital media courses
that Carihi offers. Adobe Photoshop,
Illustrator, Flash and Dreamweaver are
some of the art programs that the students
can use, as well as Garageband and
Logic 8 Express for the more musically
minded students. The computers and
programs will be made available; all
that is needed is the student’s creativity. I n f o r m a t i o n & C o m p u t e r
“I love technology, but not as much
Technology 10/11/12 INT10/11/12
as you, you see…but I STILL love
Students will use computer
technology”
applications to complete projects of their
Kip(in “Napoleon Dynamite) singing
choice. Dreawmweaver, Flash MX, Illustrator,
to Lafawnduh on their wedding day.
Photoshop are some of the applications
Course type: fine arts elective
available for students to explore. In addition
to this, the students will work with Java to
Computer Animation 10
learn the basics of computer progamming.
ANIMAT10
These courses are self-directed in nature and
This course is of an introductory nature, depend on student initiative and their ability
where students use computers to explore to stay focused on the task at hand. three different types of animation. Course type: gr. 12 applied skill elective.
Macromedia’s Flash MX 2004 will be
used to create 2-D animations. Three- DRIVE
dimensional animations will be created
using Mantin Hash’s Animation: Master. Carihi DRIVE (Digital Recording Integrated
Stop motion animation is also used Video and English) is a half-day dual
to bring the student’s imagination to credit course designed for students who are
life. Some self-pacing is expected and interested in a film career. DRIVE is for
mature passionate artists who are interested
encouraged.
in completing English with a film focus.
Course type: fine arts elective
Students immerse themselves in all aspects
of filmmaking while earning credits in both
Students with specialized
English 10, English 11 or English 12 and
Video Productions.
interests in the Computer
Technology area should
see their counsellor and/or
Computer Technology teacher
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about possibilities regarding
setting up an independent
directed studies program.
IDS
Languages
Français langue 9
FRAL9
(Required for French Immersion
students.) This course is for students
in French Immersion. Through their
study of language and communication
conventions, students explore the
relationship between language and
culture. Students will work on many
different media including reading
(novels, poetry, short stories, and nonfiction); listening (songs, speeches, and
plays); viewing (plays, movies, and
the internet); and writing (paragraphs,
essays, and focused responses).
Course type: required for immersion
French 9
FR9
Bienvenue! Through active participation
in dialogues, projects, games, music,
exercises…. French 9 will build
vocabulary, structure and appreciation of
Canada’s other official language. Gain an
advantage in journalism, government,
education, politics, the military, tourism,
fashion and broadcasting within our great
country by studying this elegant language.
Open up your horizons academically,
culturally and socially!
Course type: elective
Français langue 10
FRAL10
Perfectionnement de l’expression et
présentation de toute communication
écrite, orale ou visuelle en français
(débats, discussion, textes descriptifs,
romans). Étude de la chanson française.
(Échange au Québec - six mois).
Course type: required for immersion
French 10
FR10
DRIVE is for career-minded Grade 10,11 or The student in this course will continue
to strengthen his/her knowledge and
12’s only.
appreciation of the French language and
DRIVE is affiliated with the Capilano culture. Active participation in listening,
University Film and Television School in speaking, reading, and writing activities is
Vancouver, one of the most prestigious post- an integral part of the program. Be ready
secondary film schools in BC.
to learn and have fun en français!
Course type: elective
Course type: English and fine arts elective
Continued...
Français langue 11
FRAL11 Français langue 12
Contenu: Perfectionnement de l’expression
et présentation de toute communication
écrite, orale ou visuelle en français
(débats, discussions, textes descriptifs),
étude d’oeuvres dramatiques et
cinématographiques de la francophonie
canadienne et mondiale, étude de la
chanson française. Participation a un
échange culturel entre Carihi et Paris,
France.
Course type: required for immersion
French 11
FR11
French 12
FR12
This course continues the student’s
development in the four language skills.
The student will find increased facility
in understanding spoken and written
French and in participating in active
communication in the second language.
Exposure to French literature and music
complements the course.
Course type: elective
A high level of course filled with
discoveries such as French movies,
literature, skits and cuisine. You will
develop your French written, speaking,
reading and listening skills in a new way.
It is offered to grades 11 and grade 12
students.
Course type: gr. 12 elective
This course will only be offered if there
is sufficient enrollment.
A second language is not required
for graduation, however it is a
requirement for direct entrance
into most universities from high
school.
FRAL12
Contenu: Perfectionnement de
l’expression et présentation de toute
communication écrite, orale ou visuelle
en français (débats, discussions, textes
argumentatifs et narratifs), étude d’oeuvres
d’auteurs, contemporains et classiques de
la littérature francophone canadienne et
mondiale. Préparation pour l’épreuve
orale du Ministère.
Government exam: yes Course type: required for immersion
Beginners Spanish SP9/10 or SP11 “Vamos”, Dora says it and you can
too, and a whole lot more if you take
this introductory level Spanish course.
Students are expected to appropriately
respond to in class instruction,
participate in spontaneous and prepared
conversations, read sight passages orally
with correct pronunciation and write short
compositions. Vocabulary, grammar
and sentence structure will be balanced
through reading, writing, speaking and
w
w
listening activities. All areas will be
K a K ala 9/10/Beginners 11
KWAK9/10/11evaluated on a regular basis and active
participation is a must.
This course introduces students to this
Course type: elective
ancient language. Listening, speaking,
reading and writing skills are taught as
SP11
well as vocabulary, grammar and sentence Intermediate Spanish
“Talk
of
yesterday”
is
the
focus
of
Spanish
structure. Students will also be introduced
to some K wak’ul history, culture and 11 as students make the transition from
the present tense to the past tense. New
traditions.
vocabulary and grammar will be learned
Course type: elective
through oral and auditory activities, writing
assignments and reading assignments. At
Kwa Kwala 11/Kwa Kwala 12
the conclusion of Spanish 11 students are
KWAK11/12 This expected to be able to comprehend and
course introduces students to this ancient express themselves at an intermediate
language. Listening, speaking, reading level.
and writing skills are taught as well Course type: elective
as vocabulary, grammar and sentence
structure. Students will also be introduced
SP12
to some K wak’ul history, culture and Spanish 12
This course may be offered if there is
traditions.
sufficient enrollment. Course type: elective/gr. 12
Course type: gr. 12 elective
Please see page 30 for information about Colleges and
Universities!
External Credits
Get credits toward graduation
for activities outside of school! Students
can earn external credit through various
activities in the community. Some of these
include:
- playing on a Provincial level
sports team - taking driving lessons - upper level piano - upper levels of Cadets - lifeguarding
- first aid training. If you think you qualify for external
credits, check with Student Services
and/or the institution you are associated
with.
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Mathematics
Math 9 or Mathematiques 9
This course was designed to provide
students with opportunities to develop
a broad range of mathematical
understandings, attitudes, knowledge
and critical thinking skills necessary
for everyday life, future course work
and possible careers. Topics include:
Symmetry, surface area, rational numbers,
powers, exponents, scale factors,
similarity, polynomials, linear relations,
solving equations and inequalities. After
successful completion of Mathematics
9, students will choose one or both of
Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 10
or Foundations of Mathematics and PreCalculus 10. (Refer to page 31 for math
pathways.)
Course
type: req. Math9 or Mathematiques9
Pre-calculus 11 PC11
Good at math? Thinking of university?
This course is for you! Pre-calculus 11
is designed to provide students with the
mathematical understandings and critical
thinking skills identified for entry into
post-secondary programs that require the
study of theoretical calculus. Topics will
include number theory, algebra, relations
and functions and trigonometry. This
course is the prerequisite course for
Pre-calculus 12 which is a requirement
to enter university programs such as
Sciences, Engineering, Mathematics and
Business. Successful completion of Precalculus 11 is accepted for entrance into
university in the Arts and Humainities as
well as many college and trades programs.
C o u r s e t y p e : r e q . , F M 11 o r
AWM11 Foundations of Math 11 FM11
Want to keep your
Apprenticeship and
post-secondary
options
open but not
Workplace Mathematics 10
headed toward Mathematics, Sciences
AWM10or Engineering? Taking Pre-calculus 11
This course is designed to provide students
with the mathematical understandings and
critical-thinking skills identified for entry
into the majority of trades and for direct
entry into the work force. Topics include
algebra, geometry, measurement, number,
statistics and probability. Successful
completion of Apprenticeship and
Workplace Mathematics 10 will lead
into Apprenticeship and Workplace
Mathematics 11 only.
Government exam: yes
Course type: required or FMP10
but like mathematics and want to have
a better overall understanding of all
mathematical fields? This is your best
choice. Foundations 11 is designed to
provide students with the mathematical
understandings and critical thinking skills
identified for entry into post-secondary
programs such as Arts or Humanities that
do not require the study of theoretical
calculus but will require the study of logic
or statistics. Topics will include statistics,
logic and reasoning, trigonometry,
quadratics and linear inequalities.
Course type: req., PC11, or AWM11
Foundations and Pre Calculus
Mathematics 10
FMP10 Apprenticeship and Workplace
This course is designed to provide students
AWM11
with the mathematical understandings Mathematics 11
and critical-thinking skills identified for
post-secondary studies. The grade 10
year will set a basis for deciding whether
to pursue exclusively the theoretical
Pre-Calculus stream or the more applied
Foundations stream. Some students who
are thinking of entering mathematical
fields (Mathematics, Computer Studies,
Engineering, etc.) may choose both
streams in grade 11. Topics include:
measurement, coordinate geometry,
algebra and trigonometry.
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Thinking of the trades or direct entry
into the workplace after high school?
This is the mathematics pathway for
you. Apprenticeship and Workplace 11
is designed to provide students with the
mathematical understandings and critical
thinking skills identified for entry into the
majority of trades and for direct entry into
the work force. Topics include working
with formulas, financial mathematics,
measurement and representation of 2
and 3 - dimensional objects. This course
meets the mathematical requirements for
graduation and is accepted for entrance into
many post-secondary trades programs. Course type: req., PC11, or FM11
Pre-calculus 12
PC12
Foundations 12
FM12
Thinking of Sciences, Engineering, or
Business at University? Pre-Caluculus
12, like Pre-Calculus 11 is designed
to provide students with mathematical
understanding and critical thinking skills
identified for entry into post-secondary
programs that require the study of
theoretical calculus. This course includes
the following topics: combinatorics,
binomial expansion, composite functions,
transformations of graphs, exponential
and logarithmic functions, polynomal
factoring, radical and rational functions,
trigonometrym equations and identities.
Course type: gr. 12 elective
A continuation of the pathway
created for those students entering
post-secondary programs that do
not require the study of theoretical
calculus. This is; however, a highly
academic math course. Topics include
financial mathematics, logical reasoning,
probability, relations and functions.
Course type: gr. 12 elective
Calculus 12
CALC12
If you are going to take calculus at
university you should take calculus at
Carihi first! You have a choice next
year. If you want the opportunity to earn
first year calculus credit by writing an
Advanced Placement exam you should
sign up for Calculus 12AP. If you
just want to better prepare yourself
for calculus at university by learning
approximately 2/3 of the first year course
you should choose Calculus 12. Please
note: whichever course the majority of
students choose will dictate which form
of calculus will be presented.
Course type: gr. 12 elective
Mathematics requirements for post-secondary programs are constantly changing. If
you know the program and institution you are interested in, make sure to research the
requirements by going to the institution site directly, checking out the requirements on
http://educationplanner.ca or visiting a school counsellor.
Performing
Arts
Musical Theatre 10/11/12
Band 9
Band9
MUTH 10/11/12 Welcome to band nine. This will be a
Drama 9
Drama9
Improv 9
IMPROV9
This course will provide students with basic
acting skills in areas of voice, movement,
stage combat and improvisation in a
positive, creative atmosphere aimed at
improving students’ confidence and group
skills. Students learn the conventions of
theatre while performing for each other in
class, and build a class performance. The
focus on this course is to have fun. Course type: fine arts elective
This course will allow students who
enjoy improvisational theatre to develop
skills at a higher level. Using improv
games, and group work, students will
learn how to create interesting scenes,
become entertaining characters, and tell
a good story. If you like to laugh, can
think quickly, and want a fun challenge,
this course is for you.
Course type: fine arts elective
Acting 10/11/12
ACT10/11/12
This is a course designed to allow actors
to develop autonomy in their acting
process through performance. They will
develop skills in voice, movement, script
analysis, scene work and character, and
will be continually engaged in rehearsal
or performance of a variety of shows, for a
variety of audiences. Significant emphasis
will be placed on the student’s level of
commitment in the class productions.
Course type: fine arts elective
Advanced Acting 12
This class is an introduction to rehearsing, fun musical experience for all continuing
producing and performing in the Broad- band students. We continue to explore
way musical style. Students will practice and perform different styles of music
singing, movement and acting skills, from traditional concert band material
and will also work on production skills, to a variety of jazz band styles. We also
as relating to musical theatre projects. explore the history of American music
The final product is the Musical theatre from the early 20th century, Scott Joplin
production. Musicians are needed for the and Ragtime, to the latest world music
band, and pianists are always needed for in the 21st century. We perform several
rehearsals as well. You may also choose concerts each year at Carihi as well as
to sign up for this course if your only perform at festivals and community
interest is technical and backstage work. events. It will also prepare you to continue
Flexible after school schedules are ap- with our senior bands in grades ten, eleven
preciated, as all course work happens off and twelve. Look forward to seeing you
in our band program at Carihi.
the regular schedule.
Course type: fine arts elective
Course type: fine arts elective
Recommended prerequisite: Interview and/or audition with director. Guitar 10/11/12
MUTH10 for MUTH11, MUTH11 for Guitar 10/11/12 are courses designed
MUTH12.
to give budding guitarists a chance
Guitar 9
Guitar 9
Put down that game controller and pick up
the guitar! Be a REAL rock star!
Guitar 9 is a single term course that
introduces the student to the art of guitar
playing. First position and barré chords,
major and minor scales, and improvisation
are some of the topics covered in this
introduction to one of the world’s greatest
instruments. The guitar is provided, but
the rest is up to the student, as daily
practice and self-discipline are ingredients
for success in this life-changing course.
“I’ve been imitated so well I’ve heard
people copy my mistakes.” - Jimi Hendrix
Course type: fine arts elective
Music Composition and
Technology 11/12 MCT 11/12
ACT12 Do you have a song that you just have to
This course prepares the acting student
for further experiences in theatre at the
college or university level. Students will
gain further experience in script analysis
and scene work while developing stronger
acting skills. Significant emphasis will be
placed on performances throughout the
semester.
Course type: fine arts elective
produce and record? Are you a musician
who would like to compose your own
music? This course is for you. The only
prerequisite is the desire to get your
musical ideas “down onto tape” and “out
to the masses”. Course content will be
adjusted to take into consideration the
individual student’s needs and musical
development. Topics covered will include
songwriting, song form and structure,
working with the four elements of music,
MIDI , and the art of mixing.
Course type: fine arts elective
to take his or her playing skills to
the next level. Beginners and not so
beginners are welcome: all that is
needed is dedication and a desire to
become better at playing music on
the guitar. From chords to Arpeggios,
scales to improvisation, students will
practice and work at becoming better
musicians.
Discipline and practice is the
prerequisite.
Concert Band 10/11/12
BA10/11/12
Concert band is a great way to start
the day! Fun, festivals and travel.
It is a continuation of the sequential
band program offered in our district.
Continued development of instrumental
technique, such as articulation and
phrasing is emphasized, as well as basic
theory and background knowledge of the
music performed. Traditional concert
band material is emphasized along with
some arrangements of modern songs.
Performing at concerts and festivals is
part of the program, therefore attendance
is mandatory. Concert Band meets on
Monday and Wednesday mornings at
7:30 am. A great way to start the day.
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Course type: fine arts elective/gr. 12
Recommended prerequisite: Ability to play a wind or percussion
instrument. Completion of a band
course or permission of the instructor
for BA10 and BA11, BA 11 for BA 12
Physical Education
Conditioning P.E. 9/10 or 11/12
COND9/10 or 11/12 Ever thought of going to a gym but just
couldn’t find the time? Prefer a P.E. class
which spends the time meeting your
Physical Education 9/10
personal health and fitness needs rather
PE10B or PE10G than team sports everyday? If this is the
If you enjoyed physical education classes case, Conditioning P.E. is the class for
Jazz Band 10/11/12
JAZZ10/11/12at middle school, this is an excellent multi- you. You will develop an individualized
sport course for you to earn your P.E. 10 fitness program to meet your fitness goals.
Jazz has royality! Duke Ellington, Count
credit for graduation. P.E. at Carihi will Whether you are hoping to improve body
Basie, even the Queen of Soul. Here’s
help you improve your fitness, further definition, muscle mass, get a six pack or
your chance to get to know them better.
develop your motor skills, and build a tone your glutes this program provides an
Jazz band is a continuation of the jazz
life-long plan for physical fitness, health opportunity to succeed and to meet your
band program offered in our district.
and nutrition. Boys and girls classes are graduation requirements. Two sessions per
Students will continue to develop their
week in the “Conditioning Centre” and a
offered separately at this level.
performance and improvisational skills in
Course type: required or another P.E. 6 - 10 km trail run form the foundation of
the jazz idiom. Performing at concerts
the course with recreational based sports
9/10 for grade 9s or grade 10s.
and festivals is part of the program so
completing the week.
attendance is mandatory. Students must
be in concert band in order to take this
Course type: gr. 12, required or
Basketball P.E. 9/10/11/12
course. Jazz band meets on Tuesday and
another P.E. 9/10 for grade 9s or grade
Thursday mornings at 7:30 am. You’ll PEBB9/10/11/12
10s.
soon be awake!For those students that enjoy the game of
basketball and want to bring their game
Course type: fine arts elective/gr. 12
Conditioning P.E. 11/12 Girls
Recommended prerequisite: Ability to the next level, this course is for you.
CONDG11/12
to play an instrument. Completion of Like all sport, it is essential that fitness
Females only in this course. This is a
a band course or permission of the is the building block for improvement.
testosterone free zone. Ever thought of
instructor for JAZZ 10 and 11, JAZZ11 With this in mind, this course utilizes
running, weights, and stairs to build going to a gym but just couldn’t find the
for JAZZ12.
upon each student’s current fitness level. time? Prefer a P.E. class which spends
Combine these fitness activities with on the time meeting your personal health
Video Productions 9
VP9 court basketball skills lessons and game and fitness needs rather than team sports
Lights, camera, action! Video 9 is a fun, days; and you have an enjoyable, yet everyday? In that case, Conditioning P.E.
hands-on term elective where you learn challenging basketball class. is the class for you. You will develop an
how to write, produce and edit videos! Course type: elect./gr. 12, required or individualized fitness program to meet
You’ll learn how to use state of the art another P.E. 9/10 for grade 9s or grade your fitness goals. Whether you are
Mac computers, digital camcorders, and 10s.
hoping to improve body definition, muscle
professional level sound gear to make a
mass, get a six pack or tone your glutes
basic digital portfolio! If you’re creative Baseball P.E. 9/10/11/12
this program provides an opportunity
and love working in groups, sign up!
to succeed and to meet your graduation
PEBS9/10/11/12
Course type: fine arts elective
requirements. Two sessions per week in
Baseball PE is an opportunity
the “Conditionong Centre” and a 6 - 10 km
for students to improe their skill level
Video Production 10/11/12 and knowledge of the game through daily trail run form the foundation of the course
with recreational based sports completing
VP10/1112 drills and station work. Students will
Video Productions 10,11,12 is a hands- have an opportunity to train throughout the week.
Course
type:
gr.
12
elective
on elective where we take Video 9 skills the winter months in preparation for the
to the next level. Senior students learn upcoming spring season. The emphasis to produce Short Films, Music Videos, will be on individual skills and team play.
and Documentaries for Provincial and Strength and conditioning activities will
“If the only tool you have is a
National Student Film Contests; we also also be included as well as a weekly run
hammer,
you tend to see every
learn broadcasting by working with your to improve player’s fitness levels. It is
problem as a nail.”
classmates to produce a weekly show for recommended that students have their
Shaw TV. If you are passionate about film own glove and cleats.
Abraham Maslow
and enjoy teamwork, sign up for Video Course type: elect./gr. 12, required or
Productions. Course type: f/a elective
another P.E. 9/10 for grade 9s or grade
10s.
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Physical Education 11/12 PE11 or PE12 Soccer P.E. 11/12
PESG11/12 or PESB11/12
Keeping fit and having fun while A true soccer player is someone who does
participating in a variety of team and not settle for that day’s practice, that day’s
individual sports in a co-ed setting is what competition, that day’s performance.
P.E. 11/12 offers at Carihi. Individual They are always striving to be better.
fitness, including weekly runs and strength They don’t live in the past. If you want
training, will also be a requirement to improve your game and have the
of this course. Community recreation courage to push yourself to the limit
activities will take place only if funding Soccer P.E. is for you. Develop your
is available.
understanding of the “Beautiful Game”
through individual and team attacking and
Course type: grade 12 elective
defending coaching sessions. Improve
Soccer P.E. 9/10 PES9 or your aerobic base with an 8-10km trail
run. Enjoy the competition of our weekly
PES10
Game Day and Indoor 5 a side sessions.
Success is no accident. It is hard work, Players of all levels are most welcome.
perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice A boys’ soccer class will be offered in
and most of all, love of what you are semester one and a girls’ soccer class in
doing or learning to do. This course is semester two. Course type: elective.
for both Boys and Girls who “love” to play the game of soccer and have a real Hockey Academy
desire to improve. It provides a wonderful If you love hockey and
foundation for the Senior Soccer PE want to improve your
classes. Improve your aerobic base during skills, the Hockey Canada
the season with our 8-10km trail run. Skills Academy at Carihi
Savour the competition within our weekly may be the program for
“Game Day” and indoor 5 side sessions. you. The Academy is open to players of
Course type: required or another P.E. all grades, gender and ability and is also
available for Timberline students. Students
9/10 for grade 9s or grade 10s.
Wrestling PE
This class is open to all Carihi students,
regardless of age, gender, or experience
(beginners encouraged!). It will run
outside of regular school time, which will
allow students to take an additional class
while also receiving their PE credit. The
classes will be an hour and a half long,
running three days a week after school
from October until the end of February
(which will be enough hours to grant a full
4 credits, one full semester of PE credit).
Course type: P.E. credit
Rugby PE
This class is open to all Carihi students,
regardless of age, gender, or experience
(beginners encouraged!). The class will
include regular practices for the various
rugby teams (junior/senior/girls), and is
especially important for students planning
on attending the 2014 England Tour.
in the Academy will get a Physical Education
credit.
The program will be led by Hockey Canada
certified instructors with the focus on skills
development and hockey related off ice
training. The only requirements are that
players must have played hockey (at any
level) in the past and that they must supply
their own equipment. Note that there will be
a fee (actual cost still to be determined) to
cover the costs of the program.
There will be an information/discussion/
registration meeting in the spring at a to-bedetermined time, date and location. If you
require further initial information, feel free
to contact either John Bowers or Sean Toal
at Carihi (250 286 6282).
Please see page 26 for
information about extracurricular activities.
Sciences
Science 9
SC9
Building on laboratory skills and the
methods of scientific inquiry introduced
in Grade 8, students discover some of
the more basic principles of physics,
chemistry and biology. The chemistry unit
studies atoms, elements and compounds.
The biology unit examines the structure of
cells and reproduction. In physics, students
will investigate the characteristics of
electricity, and also space exploration. Course type: required or SC9I
Sciences 9 SC9I
T his is a compulsory course taken
by French Immersion students
with the identical curriculum
to Science 9 and taught in French.
Course type: required or SC9
Astronomy 9
AS9
Have you ever wondered where the stars
came from, or why some are blue, red,
or why they “twinkle?” Can you find the
Big Dipper, the North Star, or Orion on
a clear night? Is space travel possible?
How does the International Space Station
‘float’ in space? Try this course to find
out why an eclipsed moon is red, but
the eclipsed sun is black. This 10-week
elective course will take you on a journey
through space and time to explore the
mysteries and history of astronomy.
Course type: elective
Science 10 SC10
Do you have a curious mind? Think about
these things:
• What causes some things to explode,
while others won’t?
• What causes red tide and poisonous
oysters and clams?
• Why is Vancouver Island so likely to
experience a major earthquake?
What is the truth about global warming?
These and many other fascinating details
of our every day life are explored in this
wide ranging course, as we examine the
fields of Chemistry, Biology, Physics
and Earth Science. Through an exciting
combination of discussions, lectures, labs
and demonstrations, you will develop
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Integrated Physics 11/12 “The true sign of
intelligence is not knowledge
but imagination.
- Albert Einstein.
important skills and thrill your mind.
Besides being an exciting adventure of
the mind, this is a required core course
for graduating from high school.
Government exam: yes
Course type: required or SC10I
Sciences 10 BI11
The “good”, the “bad”, the “ugly”,
and the “beautiful” inhabitants of the
natural world will be examined and, in
some cases, dissected in Biology 11.
The ecological relationships between
organisms will be examined, and the
evolutionary relationships that link all
living organisms together will be studied.
Good attendance and work habits are
essential for success in this course. Course type: required or another
science 11
Chemistry 11 ESC11
An exploration of the major cycles that
affect every aspect of life including:
weather, climate and air movement,
plate tectonics, volcanic eruptions, rocks
and minerals, the earth’s environment,
sustainability, and energy resources.
Hands on labs, research and field studies
allow a closer look at scientific issues
that affect all of us. Earth Science 11 is
a course designed for students who are
excited by the workings of the natural
world around them, but who may have
difficulty in other grade 11 science classes.
Course type: required or another
science 11
P re - re q u i s i t e o r c o - re q u i s i t e s :
Foundations Pre-Calculus Math 10
(C+ or better), Science 10 (C+ or better)
Physics 11 PH11
How fast does light travel? Why does the
siren of an ambulance change pitch as it
passes you? How many horsepower can you
produce? Physics 11 examines numerous
laws of physics through laboratory
experiments and demonstrations.
Topics covered in this course include:
motion of objects in one dimension,
relativity, energy, and light.
Course type: required or another
science 11
Science and Technology 11
SCT11
Do you have an interest in Forensics?
Personal Technologies? If so, Science and
Technology is the course for you! These,
along with other student-driven topics
such as Space Exploration, Transportation,
Health, and Natural Resources, are
investigated with the focus on relating
Science to Technology, preparing students
for further education and investigating
scientific questions along with plausible
solutions. This course requires that
students be self-driven as it is very much
a project-based course with no final exam.
Course type: required or another
science 11
CH11
This course reviews and develops a
number of topics from Sc. 8, 9, and 10,
including the classification of matter,
the periodic table, atomic structure,
chemical bonding, chemical formulas
and basic chemical reactions. In addition,
more quantitative concepts including the
mole, stoichiometry and concentration
of solutions are introduced, leading
into various techniques of analytical
chemistry. A short introduction to organic
chemistry completes the course. Students
will be expected to perform a number of
laboratory experiments and solve various
types of problems. Course type: required or another
science 11
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Please go to page 21 for information about
this course.
SC10I Earth Science 11 This is a compulsory course taken by
French Immersion students with the
identical curriculum to Science 10 and
taught in French.
Government exam: yes
Course type: required or SC10
Biology 11 AP /CH 11 (Advanced Placement
CH 11)
Are you a mechanical thinker, a hands on
type of person with an interest or passion
for physics? Do you want the opportunity
to do more labs and actually understand
them? The integrated option for Physics
11/12 will allow students to explore the
topics of physics in greater detail over 2
blocks each day. All the learning outcomes
of Physics 11 and 12 will be covered with
extra time to explore topics in quantum
mechanics, lab theory and design, take
½ day field trips, or have guest speakers.
Students can take this option in either their
grade 11 or grade 12 year.
The Joys of Chemisty!
Science is continued on page 21
Biology 12
BI12 Forestry 12
Explore the wonderful complexity of the
human body and its organ systems in the
second half of this course. To start off,
you will take on the challenging topics
of cell biochemistry, cell structure, and
the various processes that occur within
cells. Good attendance and work habits
are essential for success in this course.
Course type: gr. 12 elective
Chemistry 12
CH12
This course is developed around the theme
of chemical equilibrium. It introduces the
factors affecting the rates of reactions
and develops the concept of a chemical
equilibrium. It then explores the nature
of the equilibria involved in saturated
solutions, acid-base systems and oxidationreduction reactions. Applications of these
topics in environmental problems and
industrial situations are discussed. Course type: gr. 12 elective
Physics 12
PH12
Why doesn’t the moon fall? Or does it?
How much energy passes through your
body during an electrical shock? Have
you ever wondered why it is harder to start
your car on a cold day? These are some
of the real-life applications that will be
covered in Physics 12. Create a project for
the U.B.C. Physics Olympics or find your
weight on the loop-de-loop at the P.N.E.
all within this fabulous course.
Course type: gr. 12 elective
Forestry 11
This is a two block course offered during
semester one. Students will receive a
science 11 credit (Sustainable Resources
11), and a grade level elective credit
(Forest Management 11). The focus of
this course is problem based learning
which encourages students to choose
their own topics and have greater control
over the ways they learn than in a more
traditional science class. If you enjoy
being outside, hands on learning, and
getting out of the normal classroom
setting—then this course may be for you.
Please talk to Mr. Kerluck any time if you
are interested or have questions about this
course.
This is a two block course offered during
semester two. Students will receive a
science 12 credit (Sustainable Resources
12) , a grade level elective credit
(Forest Management 12) and numerous
certificates (first-aid, fire suppression and
more). Some students may also be able
to receive additional credit from North
Island College for completion of this
course. The majority of lessons will take
place outside of the traditional classroom
setting with numerous field trips. Forestry
11 is a suggested pre-requisite for this
course.
AP /CH 12 (Advanced Placement
CH 12)
These are courses designed to give
students the opportunity to earn college
credit while attending secondary school.
AP courses are more detailed and more
rigorous than standard high school
courses. Upon successful completion of
the AP course work, students may write
an AP exam in the specific curriculum area
in May. The exam is the culmination of
the AP course. All students interested in AP/CH 12 must
take the AP/CH 11. In AP/CH 11 they
will complete all the requirements of the
required course plus they will need to look
at some, if not all, of the topics in greater
detail. This in depth study will also apply
to labs and lab reports. The evaluation
of the AP/CH 12 part will be done at the
same time as the regular CH 11 evaluation,
however, it will consist of extra questions
being answered on the test. After AP/CH11, the students will enroll in
both CH 12 and AP/CH 12. In addition
to the information and evaluation of the
regular CH 12 course, the students will
also complete additional requirements
through the AP/CH 12. These additional
requirements may require students to
meet outside the timetable to complete
this course. APCH12 - optional
Course type: gr. 12 elective
Social Studies
Social Studies 9
SS9
This course covers various historical and
philosophical events in Europe that had
a direct impact on the way EuropeanNorth America developed. The three
revolutions are discussed and geography,
including mapping, is studied. Students
will examine what existed in North
America before the European invasion
and the early results of the European
arrival. This course ends with the War of
1812. Current events and a First Nations
component will also be included. Course type: required or SCH9
Sciences Humaines 9
SCH9
This course covers the same curriculum
as Social Studies 9 but is taught in the
french language. It is a compulsory course
for Immersion students. Communication
skills are stressed.
Course type: required or SS9
Social Studies 10
SS10
Canada used to be a company called
the HBC - What happened? This course
involves the study of a variety of historical
and environmental topics to help students
develop critical thinking skills. Content
includes events in Canadian history
from the 20th Century to Confederation,
including a study of British Columbia,
plus little known facts to impress your
friends. The Father of Oregon was a
Canadian, but the founder of Vancouver
was an American.
Course type: required or SCH10
Sciences Humaines 10 SCH10
This course covers the same curriculum
as Social Studies 10 but is taught in the
french language. It is a compulsory course
for Immersion students. Communication
skills are stressed.
Course type: required or SS10
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Carihi Nautical Sciences Program
This program is open to grade 10,11,12 students. It will consist
of a full semester, starting February 2014, with classes running
all day long. It will take the form of a small non-profit business
where sailboats and sailing equipment are donated to the school
board. The sailboat and sailing equipment will be used to learn
about different nautical sciences.
The students will have to appraise and/or repair the equipment
and sailboats donated. They will then use the sailboats to acquire
sailing skills. Students will have to apply (with resume, portfolio, cover letter) for different technical postings (3 positions
minimum) such as secretary, accountant, mechanic, plumber,
propulsion technician, painter, seamstress, rigging technician, chemical handling, electronic technician, and other trades such as media
specialist, interior decorator, and marketer.
The program will provide opportunities to learn in an alternative setting. It will provide students with practical application of skills needed
to accomplish their goal. Also, the project is based on a team approach, and should reflect a true workplace where different people work
together toward a common goal
The program will consist of 4 mandatory courses.
-Nautical Sailing Sciences
-Nautical Applied Sciences (NAS)
-PE Nautical Sailing
-Drafting
In the NAS course, students will be in charge of a technical position that reflects their
passion or interest.
Through the mandatory courses students will meet some Prescribed Learning Outcomes
(PLO) of some sciences and mathematical courses. They will have the opportunity to
complete extra credits of sciences or mathematics through online learning under the supervision of the program teacher. Possible courses for online learning may include Science
10, Physics 11 and 12,Chemistry 12 and Math 10, 11 and 12. Other online courses may be
available.
This program will be run off-site and require students to pay for mandatory certifications. A meeting for interested students and their
families will take place later in the Spring.
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Social Studies 11
SS11 Geography 12
Gaining the skills to become effective
citizens both locally and globally is
the primary goal of Social Studies 11.
This engaging course includes a wide
variety of topics--there is something
to interest everyone. The three main
components of Social Studies 11 are:
Global issues, Canadian history from
1900 to 2000, and the processes of
Canadian government. Some specific
topics to be examined are the reasons for
alarming differences in standards of living
around the world, various environmental
concerns and solutions and Canada’s
impact on 20th Century international
events. Expect a wide variety of activities
including individual and group research,
presentations, lots of discussion and likely
some guest speakers.
Government exam: yes
Course type: required or SCH11 or
FNS12
Sciences Humaines 11
SCH11
This course covers the same curriculum
as Social Studies 11 but is taught in the
french language. It is a compulsory course
for Immersion students. Communication
skills are stressed.
Government exam: yes
Course type: required or SS11 or
FNS12
GEO12 N e l s o n , N a p o l e o n , We l l i n g t o n ,
Do you have an interest in environmental
issues? Do you want to know why the
earth looks the way it does? If you do,
then Geography 12 is the course for
you. From exploring volcanoes in Peru
to landslides in Nepal, the course takes
you all over the world examining urgent
and compelling geographical issues. The
mounting environmental problems can
only be understood and controlled through
knowledge. Geography 12 will give you the
tools to understand such problems.
Course type: gr. 12 elective
Comparative Civilizations 12
CCN12 One of the great achievements
of human society is the creation of
civilization. Every continent has produced
spectacular cities and brilliant cultures.
How can we understand the achievements
of the Ancient Greeks, Romans, Chinese,
Mayans, and people from India? We live
in a civilization. Where did it come from
and where is it going? Through the study
of art, philosophy, architecture and belief
systems, Comparative Civilization 12
will transport you into the lives of both
ancient and modern people who will teach
you their collective wisdom.
Course type: gr. 12 elective
Military History 11-12
B.C. First Nations Studies 12
FNS12
Military History will examine a broad range
B.C. First Nations Studies examines
the history and cultures of First Nations
and Metis people of British Columbia
from before the arrival of Europeans to
the present. It explores the historical
foundations of contemporary issues and
illustrates how First Nations cultures
have adapted to changing world events
and environments. Aboriginal people’s
contributions to B. C. and Canada are
highlighted, and important leaders and
role models are profiled. You will be
required to do a significant amount of
reading, note taking, and analyzing
primary source documents, critical
thinking skills will be necessary, and
there will be many discussion periods.
Government exam: yes
Course type: required SS11 or
SCH11 of topics specific to the development of
military tactics and organization. The scope
of the program will cover weapons from
the earliest metal weapons to those utilized
today by soldiers in modern armies. Classic
battles dating as far back as Marathon,
Cannae and Carthage will provide a start
point and from there the greater Roman
conquests will be explored as well as the
battles of and for Jerusalem, Hastings,
Agincourt, Quebec, Trafalgar, Austerlitz,
Waterloo and so on up to and including
specific battles from the Boer War, the First
and Second World Wars and Korea. In the
case of the latter, special consideration will
be given to the role played by Canadian
soldiers.
Military leadership will also be examined
with special attention given but not limited
to; Alexander the Great, Hannibal, Ceasar
Washington and many more.
Course type: gr. 12 elective
History 12
HI12
If you enjoy discussions, writing, thinking
critically, debating and history, this is
the course for you! While engaging
in the listed activities you will become
proficient in your understanding of the
forces that shaped the 20th Century. The
course examines major events between
1919 and 1991 in Russia, China, India, the
Middle East, South Africa and the United
States to name a few. World War II and
the Cold War are additional focal points.
History 12 is a demanding but rewarding
course. Course type: gr. 12 elective
Law 12
LAW12
What would it be like to live in a world
without laws? Laws are an integral part
of our daily lives. Without them we can’t
function effectively. This course will
provide students with an introduction
in Canadian criminal and civil law.
Students will have the opportunity to
develop their skills of analysis, research
and communication through group and
individual assignments. Emphasis is on
studying real cases, preparing and acting
out trials and courtroom procedures. Course type: gr. 12 elective
“You can teach a student a
lesson for a day; but if you
can teach him to learn by
creating curiosity, he will
continue the learning process
as long as he lives.”
Clay P. Bedford
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Technical Education
Robotics 9
Metalwork 9
ROB9
This course is an introduction to robotics:
the construction of robots, the programming
of basic robots, and appropriate safety
protocols. Robotics 9 will also explore
career options and lifelong interests
linked to the fields of Robots, Robotics,
Mechatronics, and Programming.
Course type: applied skill elective
Engineering 9
ENR9
MET9 Metalwork 10
TEM10
Woodwork 10
TEW10
Do you like to make things out of
metal? Are you mechanically inclined?
Metalwork 9 students will have the
opportunity to use all of the machines
in the shop, including lathe and milling
machines, welders, forge and foundry
equipment, and sheet metal tools. Whether
you’re new to the shop areas or have
experience, this is the year to start working
with your hands and start building with
metal!!
Course type: applied skill elective
Drafting and Design 10 TED10
Metalwork 10 is an introduction to the
metal trades. This project based course
covers shop safety, welding, casting,
forging, and machining. This is a handson course and students will practice safe
work procedures in an industrial shop.
Course type: applied skill elective
Want to be part of an age-old tradition?
Come and try your hand at Woodwork!
Whether you have experience or not, this
course is fun and challenging. It allows
you to make a variety of projects while
learning how to use hand and power
tools. From the basics, to some complex
machining operations, this course covers
it all! Quality construction and safety
are highly stressed while building some
required projects. After the required
projects are completed, students are
encouraged to use their creativity and
design to create their own projects. Course type: applied skill elective
Do you have a curious mind? Do you
have a knack for seeing things on paper
and picturing them in real life? Well,
Drafting and Design may be the course
for you! Students that take this course
will learn to do mechanical drawings
that people in industry use to build
things. Drafting is precision drawing
using special instruments to create an
accurate representation of an object.
Sound complicated? Well it’s not!
Students start out using basic skills to Drafting and Design 11
DD11
show the true shape of an object. From Do you have an interest in architecture,
there, they use these skills to draw using graphic art, fashion design, advertising
a computer with a special program called layout, or carpentry? This course may
AutoCAD. This course is great for those be for you! Drafting 11 begins by having
who are mechanically inclined and/or students represent objects by doing
artistic. Student design and creativity mechanical drawings, just as objects
is encouraged on certain assignments are drawn in industry. Students are then
and precision is required on others. This encouraged to use a computer program
course is valuable to those students who called AutoCAD to draw a variety of
may be interested in architecture, graphic objects to certain industry standards. From
art, fashion design, advertising layout, or there, Drafting 11 students are taught the
Woodwork 9
WW9 carpentry.basics of house design and floor plans. At
Do you like working with your hands? Course type: applied skill elective
this stage, students have the option to draw
Take Woodwork 9 at Carihi and you will
with a pencil or use the computer. Each
have the opportunity to build a variety of Mechanics 10
TEC10 student is encouraged to use his or her
cool projects!!Mechanics 10 is an introductory creativity and design abilities to draw their
The teacher is a ticketed carpenter, who course to mechanics. Topics include dream house. cannot only help you to build it right but sources of power, both internal and Course type: applied skill elective
also help you to add your own custom external combustion engines, fuels
designs to your projects!!
and fuel systems, electrical systems, Auto. Technology 11
AT11
You will have the opportunity to use all lubrication systems, power transmission,
This is an introduction to car maintenance
of the tools in the shop, to create anything and basic hydraulics. The repair and
and the automotive service technician
from furniture, to wooden bowls, to construction of projects such as go-carts
field. Students will complete service
skateboard decks!! and motorcycles is encouraged, as well and maintenance labs on shop vehicles
Whether you’re new to the shop areas as repairs of outdoor equipment brought
and will be expected to complete basic
or have experience, make this the year in by shop clients. This is a hands-on
repairs with instruction. This is a handsto start working with wood!!
course and students will practice safe on course and students will practice safe
Course type: applied skill elective
work procedures in an industrial shop. work procedures in an industrial shop.
Course type: applied skill elective
Course type: applied skill elective
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Are you a problem solver? Do you like
to be challenged? Can you think outside
the box? Well this is the course for you!
Engineering 9 focuses on hands on, project
based learning. Everything from building
hovercrafts with real engines, to robotics
and hydraulics, to welding, and drafting,
this course covers it all! If you have an
interest in design and engineering this
course is a great place to start. Students
will learn the basic design process and
how to do a set of working drawings. Then
they can put their plans into action. Every
topic discussed will have a theory portion,
and a project to reinforce the theory.
A great course for problem solvers and
thinkers who like to get their hands
dirty!! This course is a great place to
start for students that are heading towards
engineering or trades person career paths.
Course type: applied skill elective
Carpentry and Joinery 11 CJ11 Auto. Technology 12
AT12
ACE-IT Residential Construction Come down to the wood shop and build This course expands on the topics covered
a classic piece of furniture that will in grade 11. Auto Tech 12 is ideally suited
last a lifetime! Whether you have done for those individuals planning a career
woodwork before or not, this course in the automotive trades. Auto Tech
presents fun new challenges! While 12 students will be expected to be selfbuilding beautiful pieces of furniture, starters, and will be required to complete a
students will learn to use all of the re-build project using Haynes or Mitchell
machines in the shop safely. They will be Online Manuals. This is a hands-on
introduced to basic machine operations course and students will practice safe
as well as some complex machining work procedures in an industrial shop.
and jig use. Emphasis is on quality Course type: gr. 12 applied skill elect.
construction, safe use of machines, as
well as the versatility of machines in the Carp. and Joinery 12
CJ12
shop. After a couple mandatory projects The Carpentry industry is booming!
students are encouraged to create their Think you might want to take this career
own masterpieces. Students often surprise path? Or do you simply like to work with
themselves by building a quality piece of your hands? Either way, Carpentry 12 is
furniture that looks like it was bought in a great course! It offers students some
a store.
freedom in the shop and the ability to
express themselves with wood. Using
Course type: applied skill elective
some prior skills and exploring new
Metalwork 11
M F M 1 1 ones, this course allows students to build
Metalwork 11 is a continuation of topics almost anything! While maintaining
covered in grade 10. In grade 11 students quality construction and safe machine
are further expected to develop design and use students are encouraged to challenge
layout skills, use measuring instruments, themselves in the shop. Students can
and complete a major project. This is a build the project of their choice! A fun,
hands-on course and students will practice interesting, and challenging way to spend
safe work procedures in an industrial your last year at Carihi!
shop.
Course type: gr. 12 applied skill elect.
Course type: applied skill elect.
Drafting and Design 12
Are you serious about being a
carpenter? Or, do you already have
a job in the construction industry?
ACE-IT Residential Construction
is a new program at Carihi and is
taught by a journeyman carpenter.
This program allows students to
get both high-school and college
credit at the same time! The course
runs consecutively with the regular
construction course, however Aceit students get two blocks a day of
straight construction! The course is
double blocked each day and students
in this class will receive credit for the
first year of the theory portion of a
carpentry apprenticeship .This course
is a step in the right direction for any
student interested in the construction
trades. From buying a lot, to framing
a roof, this course goes into detail
about residential construction. Safe
operation of both stationary and
portable tools is a key component of
the course.
Provincial Exam in the College
portion
Course type: app. sk. elect./gr. 12
Course credits: 8
Recommended prerequisite: CJ11
Metalwork 12
MFM12
DD2 Metalwork 12 expands on the topics of
From buying a building lot, to designing a
house to be built on it, this course covers it
all! Students start by surfing the net for the
lot of their dreams. Then, with help from
some introductory assignments, students
design and draw a house and a garage to
be built on that lot. By this point, students
are capable of drawing with pencil or on
the computer, it is the students’ preference.
By the end of this course, students have
a sound grasp of housing/construction
terminology, plot plans, floor plans, and
elevation drawings. This is an ideal course
for students considering architecture,
engineering, interior design, carpentry,
and drafting as career possibilities. It is
also great for students looking for a fun,
challenging elective.
Course type: gr. 12 applied skill elect.
grade 11. This course is ideally suited
for those students thinking of a trades
career in either machining, welding, or
fabrication. This is a hands-on course
and students will practice safe work
procedures in an industrial shop. Course type: applied skill elect./gr. 12
Robotics 11/12
EL11/12R
Head to head battles between metal
behemoths fighting for supremacy on the
field. Well, not quite that exciting, but we
will be building robots and having headto-head competitions to see who built the
strongest, fastest, best design. Learn basic
theory of electronics, the correct use of
tools and test equipment, programming,
basic metalworking and machining,
and design and mechanical principles.
Course type: applied skill elect.
Excitement in Robotics!
Mr.Hayduk experimenting with the
power of robots!
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Extra Curricular Activities
Youth 4 Diversity
Youth 4 Diversity is a group of students
from Carihi who promote multiculturalism,
diversity, inclusion and acceptance of
students from all cultures, races and
backgrounds. We work to encourage a
welcoming and positive environment in
our school. We work towards this goal
by promoting and facilitating activities
in our school to celebrate and recognize
multiculturalism, educate and promote
anti-racism, and to develop and share
inclusive leadership skills. We offer free
training, and exciting workshops.
Carihi Improv
The Carihi Improv team is a group of
students who get together regularly to
learn the skills of improvisational theatre.
If you love theatre, have great ideas, can
think fast, and want to have fun, this club
is for you. The team practices weekly,
starting in September, to prepare for
the Canadian Improv Games. See Mrs.
Knight for details.
Drama Festival
The NI Regional Drama Festival takes
place on the North Island every February. Schools bring their one-act plays
Carihi Newspaper
It’s not the New York Times but it is and present to an audience and a profesa great starting point to learn about sional adjudicator, as well as take part
the making of a newspaper. Writers, in acting workshops. It is a fun learning
typesetters and computer wizards are all opportunity for students who love theatre.
welcome to join this group. Check in at Interested students need to be committed to weekly rehearsals, and a quality
the Library for details!
theatrical performance. See Mrs. Knight
Green Teamfor details.
Are you interested in green initiatives for
our school or our community? Join us Gamers’ Guild
Fridays at lunch for discussions, updates, The Gamers’ Guild is a co-curricular club
and occasional guest speakers. We aim for both experienced and novice gamers
for two or three projects a year to create of all types. Leave the gaming consoles
awareness of the needs of our planet.
at home because most of the games played
here are mano a mano (hand to hand).
Interact Club Students meet once a week at lunch to
Build your resume, make connections play quick games, but most save their enwith the community and earn service ergy for the monthly game-a-thon, where
hours for your Graduation Plan. This club gaming goes into the late hours of the
is a great connection to the Rotary Club night with games like Risk, Magic, Axis
if you are thinking of doing a student & Allies, etc. If you feel like you would
exchange. This service club meets once a be interested in joining come to room
week at lunch.
E113 at lunch on Wednesdays. Don’t
forget to bring your favourite game.
Fall Season For boys:
- Cross Country
- Junior Volleyball
- Senior Volleyball
- Junior Soccer
- Senior Soccer
For girls:
- Cross Country
- Junior Volleyball
- Senior Volleyball
Winter Season For boys:
- Junior Basketball
- Senior Basketball
- Wrestling For girls:
- Junior Basketball
- Senior Basketball
- Wrestling
Spring Season For boys:
- Track and Field
- RugbyJr. & Sr
For girls
:
- Recreational Soccer
- Soccer Jr. & Sr.
- Track and Field
Yearbook
Create a lasting memory for you and
your classsmates. In this club you will
develop computer skills, photography
skills and editing skills and you can
do it all while earning credits toward
graduation.
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Sports Teams
Carihi sponsors many very successful
sports team that complete in inter-school
leagues, tournaments and playoffs. Check
with the staff in the Physical Education
Department for team and season details.
The teams currently sponsored are:
Senior Girls Basketball game
eBlend at Robron Centre
eBlend offers a full range of secondary school courses including
the two listed below. See your
counselor for futher information.
PROBLEM SOLVING 11
In problem solving we will focus
on solving a variety of problems
involving the mathematics 10 and
11 curriculum. As part of this
course students will prepare to
write the American Mathematical Society’s contest (recognized
by SFU and most universities in
the US) and the Waterloo contest.
Several other contest will also be
written.
STATISTICS AP
Statistics Advanced Placement
covers all of the material of a one
semester university level statistics
course. Students will meet for
three hours each week to work on
problem solving and new material. Students should have good
mathematical skills (B or better
in Principles of Math 10) and read
at a college level. Students may
write the College Board examination in May to apply for credit at
the university level.
What are you going to do
when you finish secondary
school?
If you don’t have a clear vision of where you would like to go, get on the internet
and follow the three steps below:
Step 1:
Go to careercruising.com. The user name is carihi. The password is tyees. Fill out
the survey to find out what occupations your area of interests lead you to. Make
note of these and proceed to step 2.
Step 2:
Go to http://workfutures.bc.ca. Click the A-Z menu and find the jobs you made
note of in step 1. Read through the listing and make note of the major features of
the job. Go to step 3.
Step 3:
Go to http://educationplanner.ca. Use the filters on the front page to narrow your
search to find what programs are offered where. Check the entrance requirements
in particular. These requirements will partly determine what courses you should
take in secondary school.
If someone is going down the wrong
road, he doesn’t need motivation
to speed him up. What he needs is
education to turn him around.
Jim Rohn
Fitness in Carihi takes many forms. from working out in the fitness
centre to learning the arts of soccer from Mr. Jepson in Soccer PE.
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Making the Grade – Finding Success in
Secondary School
“I have never known a teacher to fail a student who had perfect attendance in their course.”
- John Frishholz, retired Carihi Counsellor
Such a simple piece of advice, but think about it; if you are in class everyday, many things will fall into place that will inevitably
lead to your success. First, you would have to learn something if you were there every day. You would get to know your teacher
really well if you were there every day and they would get to know you. If your teacher knew you really well could they fail you?
You? Not likely!
There are many areas of senior high school to think about and the following are some simple time tested pieces of advice that will
help you find success over the next three years. Success in Classes:
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Attend every day. If you do have to be away let your teacher know.
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Talk to your teacher about assignments and anything you do not understand or need help with.
-Develop good note taking and study skills.
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Be respectful of your teacher; it will not go unnoticed.
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Get to know someone in your class. You can:
•
get notes if you have to be away,
•
do project work or problem solve together,
•
study together.
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Involve your parents in your education. They can meet your teacher if you have problems.
Success on Tests and Government Exams:
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Take good notes in class so you can review easily.
-Study with a friend.
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Review past exams (can be found on the internet)
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Make certain that you are well rested prior to writing.
-Arrive at the test on time, not rushed.
-Come prepared – pens, pencils, calculator, eraser.
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Take the time allowed, read questions carefully, and proof your work thoroughly, and use the planning pages for the written response questions.
Success with Scholarships: - Maintain good grades; the best that you can.
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Stay informed. Talk to a counselor about what is new and up to date.
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Keep a current and active resume of all of your activities.
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Be involved in your school and community. Most scholarships require some or extensive community service and evidence of citizenship and leadership.
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Develop a file of reference letters. When compiling this file:
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Ask people who know you the best,
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Provide them with lots of time to write the letter,
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Give them your resume and other information that will help them write a good letter. Do not leave it until the last minute,
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Be clear about why the letter is needed: entrance to an institution or specific program, scholarship, bursary, employment, etc.
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Keep a copy of your scholarship applications as you might be able to use essay or long answer questions for more than one application.
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Talk to your parents about possible scholarships or bursaries through their employment.
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Do not leave scholarships until the last minute; they can be a lot of work.
General or Social Success – Making secondary school positive:
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Get involved: join a club, a sports team, take part in spirit activities.
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Respect the staff, other students and the building – it is your school.
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Don’t let a small concern become a big problem. Talk to a teacher, a counselor or and administrator.
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Be positive in the halls and at breaks: don’t litter, don’t accept rudeness, be positive with others.
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Celebrate the differences of those around you; appreciate the diversity or our school.
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Scholarship and Bursary Information
CARIHI Parent Advisory Committee
Scholarships
Carihi PAC promote academic achievement through
yearly scholarships. Areas which have been considered in the
past include:
ArtBand
Business Education
Computer Studies
EnglishForeign Languages
Home Economics
Community Service
MediaMechanics
DramaPhysical Education
MathScience
Social Studies
Technical Education
District Scholarships
The purpose of the District Scholarships and Awards
is to acknowledge excellence in learning fields other than
the academic. To qualify, a student must present to the local
scholarship committee a concentration of courses that are
career oriented (Industrial, Commerce, Community Services or
Visual and Performing Arts). Candidates must have achieved an
average letter grade over the Grade Twelve year of at least C+,
and have completed graduation requirements to be eligible for
the $500 or $1,000 scholarships . See a Counsellor for additional
information.
Other Scholarship and Bursaries School District #72 has an extensive scholarship and
bursary program for students planning to attend post-secondary
institutions. Students who require advice regarding student loan,
scholarship, or bursary applications should contact a counsellor
in Student Services.
Other Opportunities
Some opportunities for students wanting a change of
pace from regular secondary school life are:
1. Exchange Programs
- Rotary
- Ishikari
- EF and AFS Interculture Canada programs
- French
2. Duke of Edinburgh Award Program
3. Encounters Canada - 1 week visits to the Terry Fox Centre in Ottawa
4. United World Colleges - (for Grade 12 and first year university)
5. Rotary Adventures in Citizenship
Ten Steps to Selecting a Post-secondary School that is Right for You!
1.
Make a clear list of your goals and interests.
2.
Following up on that list, find out what kind of education and training you’ll need to work in that area.
3.
Prepare for the admissions tests as if you are preparing for a marathon: don’t cram and rush the process, slow and steady will help you win this race.
4.
Familiarize yourself with the different types of schools; many will encourage you to visit campus and sit in on classes, allowing you to get a feel for the place.
5.
Talk to the school’s financial aid officers to find out how they can help make your dreams happen.
6.
Hit their websites. All are online and the sites are loaded with information about residence life, specific programs and awards.
7.
Make a short list of the schools that possess the characteristics you’re looking for and that best meet your goals and needs.
8.
Request additional information from schools you are interested in including applications for admission and a cost breakdown.
9.
Apply for admission to the four to six schools that top your list. Many schools require that you apply anywhere between six months and a year in advance. Call the Admissions Office to find out each school’s application deadline.
10.
Talk with your school counselor and ask any questions you may have… It is your future, take charge!
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Math Opportunities
Below are examples of the math opportunites available at Carihi. Please consult with your current math teacher to see which
course is best suited to you.
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Grade 9 Program
Course Selection 2013-2014
English Track Student
French Immersion Student
District 93 Student
English 9
_________
English 9 _________
English 9 _________
Math 9
_________
Mathematiques 9 _________
Mathematiques 9 _________
Science 9
_________
Sciences 9
_________
Sciences 9
_________
Social Studies 9
_________
Sciences Humaines 9 _________
Sciences Humaines 9 _________
a PE 9 choice
_________
Français Langue 9
_________
Français Langue Premiere 9_____
Electives (select 6)
a PE 9 choice
_________
a PE 9 choice
__________________
Electives (select 4)
Electives (select 4)
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
_________
Alternatives (select 2)
Alternatives (select 2)
Alternatives (select 2)
__________________
__________________
__________________
All electives are for one term only, unless otherwise indicated. Students are to fill in all blanks. Where a course is designated as
having 2 terms students are to fill in two blanks for this course. Students must also select at least one course from the Fine Arts
Electives and one course from the Applied Skills Electives. Remaining courses may be chosen from any of the elective boxes. It
is highly recommended that a student consider choosing a language elective to keep post-secondary opportunities open.
Applied Skills Electives
Astronomy 9
Cafeteria 9
Engineering 9
Foods 9
Metalwork 9
Robotics 9
Textiles 9
Woodwork 9
Leadership 9/10 is available for 2 terms
Fine Arts Electives
Art 9
Digital Media 9
Drama 9
Guitar 9
Improv 9
Video Productions 9
Writing 9
Band Elective
Band 9 (2 terms) - Band 9 is a year
long course and will be combined with
English 9. Each course will be taught on
alternate days.
Language Electives
French 9 (2 terms)
Kwa Kwala 9 (2 terms)
Introductory Spanish (2 terms)
Physical Education Choices
PE 9/10 Boys
PE 9/10 Girls
Conditioning 9/10 Boys
Conditioning 9/10 Girls
Soccer 9/10 Co-ed
Basketball PE 9 - 12
Baseball PE 9 - 12
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My Credits for Graduation
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
English 10
Eng. or Com. 11 _______
Eng. or Com. 12_______
Social Studies 10
a S.S. 11 _______
______________12
Science 10
a Science 11 _______
______________12
a Math 10 _______
a Math 11 _______
______________12
P.E. 10
Planning 10
an Applied Skill
or Fine Art _______
30 hrs. of work experience
150 minutes of physical
activity per week
150 minutes of physical
activity per week
150 minutes of physical
activity per week
Grad Transition Plan
Total:
Total:
Grand Total (minimum of 80 credits):
Total: