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Course Selection Process for September 2017 Course Selection happens via CAREER CRUISING website Mobile Lab sessions for every class : Feb. 3 - 10 Signed Summary Sheets due to Guidance Feb. 28th the basics: your choices in February


  1. Course Selection Process for September 2017

  2. Course Selection happens via CAREER CRUISING website Mobile Lab sessions for every class : Feb. 3 - 10 Signed Summary Sheets due to Guidance Feb. 28th

  3. the basics: • your choices in February determine what courses are offered in September • changes to your original selections may not be possible, so: ~ ask questions (of whom?) ~ do your research (where?) ~ choose thoughtfully

  4. RESEARCH RESOURCES: • Use the Careers section of Career Cruising • Explore College programs and needed pre-reqs here • Explore University programs and needed pre-reqs here • Explore Apprenticeship opportunities here

  5. Course Pathways Course Pathways at the Junior Level: at the Senior Level: • Applied (P) -- • College (C) -- ENG3C CHC2P • University (U) -- • Academic (D) -- ENG3U CHC2D • Open (O) -- PAF3O • Immersion (DF) -- • Workplace (E) -- CHC2DF MEL3E • Open (O) -- AVI2O • Mixed (M) -- AVI3M

  6. Secondary to Post-Secondary = FLEXIBILITY!! 9 & 10 Applied 11 & 12 C & M College Curriculum Curriculum Easy to move BETWEEN Semesters in school ..... College and Uni 11 & 12 U & M 9 & 10 Academic University Curriculum Curriculum

  7. NEW courses @ CW !! • HFC3M: Food & Culture This course focuses on the flavours, aromas, cooking techniques, foods, and cultural traditions of world cuisines. Students will demonstrate the ability to cook with ingredients and equipment from a variety of cultures, compare food-related etiquette in many countries and cultures, and explain how Canadian food choices and traditions have been influenced by other cultures. • PLF4M: Healthy Active Living Leadership Students will explore the benefits of lifelong participation in active recreation and healthy leisure and develop the leadership and coordinating skills needed to plan, organize, and safely implement recreational events and other activities related to healthy, active living.

  8. NEW courses @ CW !! • CGD3MF: Regional Geography (French Immersion) Students will explore a specific region’s environmental, socio-economic, and cultural characteristics and will investigate issues related to natural resources, economic development and sustainability, population change, globalization, and quality of life. Students will apply the concepts of geographic thinking and the geographic inquiry process, including spatial technologies. • CGW4UF: World Issues (French Immersion) Students will address the challenge of creating a more sustainable and equitable world, exploring such issues as economic disparities, threats to the environment, globalization, human rights, and quality of life, while analyzing government policies and international agreements.

  9. NEW courses @ CW !! • ETS4U: Studies in Literature This course is for students with a special interest in literature and literary criticism. The course may focus on themes, genres, time periods, or countries. Students will analyse a range of forms and stylistic elements of literary texts and respond personally, critically, and creatively to them. They will also assess critical interpretations, write analytical essays, and complete an independent study project.

  10. Special Programs @ CW • French Immersion (series of 10 classes) • International Certificate Program • Advanced Placement, Grade 11 - 12 ENG4UR; SBI4UR; SCH4UR; FIF4UR; MHF4UR + MCV4UR • Co-op, OYAP, and Dual Credit opportunities, Grade 11 - 12

  11. OCDSB International Certificate Program (ICP) WHAT IS INVOLVED … International International Languages International Experience & & Engagement Coursework Intercultural Communication International Pages 5-7 experience can *NB* Online Language of also happen at Learning Option– some brochure the local level. exceptions apply! Think Global – Act Local!

  12. Grade 9 > 10 students • You have 5 compulsory courses and 3 elective courses to choose • If you plan to take Civics & Careers in summer, please still select it and we will change your option once you have registered for Summer School (in May)

  13. Grade 10 > 11 students • You have 2 compulsory and 6 elective courses to choose. Electives should be chosen based on Post-Secondary goals • You are required to take 8 courses over the school year • Grade 11 students may not request a “spare” unless there are special circumstances to discuss with Guidance

  14. Grade 11 > 12 students • You must take your final compulsory course (English) and up to 7 electives** ** choose electives through research of your post-secondary goals • You are required to take a minimum of 3 courses per semester. • If you wish to take a “spare”, select STUDY PERIOD in your course planner

  15. eLearning options • Students in Grade 11 or 12 may take an online course in lieu of 1 classroom course per semester. • Online courses can provide access to courses not usually taught here. • Note the additional requirements of being a self-directed, highly organized and motivated learner. Online courses are not easier!!

  16. eLearning options -- more info • Choosing an online course is indicating interest only • Not all listed online courses will actually run; the school board is collecting information on student interest • You must choose 8 courses in school for now • Actual online registration will occur in May with your counsellor

  17. current GRADE 12 students • ensure you will have 30 credits for graduation in June • ensure you have enrolled in all necessary pre-req courses for chosen post-secondary program • ensure you are completing any final required Volunteer Hours and submitting tracking sheets to Mrs. Brousseau in Student Services • use Career Cruising to remove yourself from next year's school year by selecting your destination under NON RETURNING STUDENTS. Choose to add a 5th year column and then select: – 1NTCOL (“I’m going to college! YAY!”) – 1NTWOR (“I’m going to go work! YAY!”) – 1NTUNI (“I’m going to university! YAY!”) – 1NTOTH (“I’m going to do something else! YAY!”)

  18. www.ocdsb.ca > students> Career Cruising Link Watch the “how-to” video

  19. Once logged in, select the link “Choose My Courses”

  20. Choose elective courses and the curriculum level of compulsory courses. Selections are saved and can be edited until you finally hit SUBMIT

  21. Print your selection. Parent and student sign. Return it to school.

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