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Going into Grade 11 & 12...

• Ms. Lummer

Transition and Success Teacher

Monday, Wednesday & Thursdays

kelsey.lummer@crps.ca

GRADUATE...

...with a high school diploma... 100 credits required

REQUIRED COURSES (30 credits):

• English 30-1 or 30-2
• Social Studies 30-1 or 30-2
• Mathematics 20-1 or 20-2 or 20-3
• Science 20 or 24 or Biology 20 or Chemistry 20 or Physics 20
• Physical Education 10
• Career and Life Management (CALM)

EARN 10 CREDITS (2 courses), IN ANY COMBINATION, FROM:

• Career and Technology Studies (CTS)
• Fine arts
• Second languages
• Physical Education 20 and/or 30
• Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) courses
• Knowledge and Employability courses; and

EARN 10 CREDITS (2 courses) IN ANY 30-LEVEL COURSE (IN

ADDITION TO ENGLISH AND SOCIAL STUDIES), IN ANY COMBINATION, FROM:

• 30-level mathematics, science, fine arts, second languages, CTS, or physical education
• 30-level locally developed course (learn more about these course options through your

high school)

• 30-level Work Experience
• 30-level Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP)
• 30-level Knowledge and Employability courses

Differences between -1 & -2 streams?

It’s all about your future goals and academic future….

Students hoping to go onto academic universities, colleges, or

• ther post-secondary institutes

should aim to take the -1 streams in all 4 cores (Eng 30-1 is expected for all post-secondary universities). Students planning on going into the trades, attending vocational schools, or diving right into the workplace, taking the -2 streams (in most cases) will prepare you for this.

Changing pathways...is it possible?

If you’re in a -2 stream...can you get into a -1 stream?

For example, if you enroll in English 20-2 and achieve a high mark, you may then enroll in English 20-1 the next semester (or year) to then continue on in the -1 stream. Students do not typically go from a 20-2 stream to a 30-1 stream - except for extenuating circumstances & principal approval!

Summer School

Enrolling in summer school is a good option if you are choosing to:

• Upgrade from a -2 stream into the -1 stream.
• Recover courses
• To develop an understanding of Canadian Culture

This way, you can resume with the next grade level course in the upcoming year and not have to worry about being behind your classmates.

Summer school runs the month of July at CCHS, from Tuesday-Friday 8:30 am - 12:20 pm

In Grade 11 & 12, it’s important to strive for 70% or higher in the academic courses (Chemistry 20, Math 20-1, etc…) This will support your success in the following year as you will have a good understanding of the concepts that you will be building upon.

English

To graduate: English 30-1 or 30-2 All universities require English 30-1 (70%<) Vocational schools …..BVC

So you’ve completed Math 10C or Math 10-3... To graduate, you need up to Math 20 (-1,-2,-3) To get into universities, this may look different depending on your interest of study. For trades, other qualifications may be needed

MATH

Takin g Math 10C and proceeding to Math 20-1 ---> 30-1 is an academic route. You will need to prepare for homework, challenging concepts, and study time. If you are not planning on taking a higher level, math-related program (engineering, commerce, etc…), the -2 stream may be for you.

MATH

SCIENCES

To graduate: Science 20 - level course To go onto university or trade schools....you may need some of the Science 30- courses

• Ex. for NAIT

Sciences….

Science 10 is a prerequisite for Biology 20, Chemistry 20, and Physics 20. It is recommended that you have a 70% or higher in Science 10 to take the 20 level courses. Keep in mind that Science 10 ---> Biology 20 is an academic route! Chemistry 20 Physics 20

SOCIAL STUDIES

To graduate: Socials 30-1 or 30-2 For universities - you can have 30-1 OR 30-2

Feeling the stress to take the -1 pathway?

Keep in mind that the pathways will support you in different ways. If you are not strong in math and take Math 20-2, this may better support your learning and help you achieve a higher grade - therefore bettering your understanding and motivation in your future studies. For grade 12 courses, if the course is not a prerequisite for the program you want to go into, then it may be beneficial to take the pathway that will challenge you, yet still allow room for success. This will also increase your overall average, which is what many universities focus on.

OPTIONS

Instrumental Music Physical Education CALM (mandatory) CTS: construction, design studies,

digital media and design, makerspace, communication technology, foods, mechanics

Learning Strategies* (there are

admission requirements for this course)

Options

Performing Arts Drama Choir Work Experience Psychology 20 & 35 AP

Options

Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) ADLC - Inreach and Outreach S.A.L.T.S 2020 (Sail and Life Training Society - CCHS) English as a Second Language French as a Second Language

Options

Canadian Rockies Outdoor Learning Centre: W.I.L.D (Wilderness Inspired Leadership Development) *3 (15/25)

• Water Experience
• Winter Travel
• Wilderness First Aid
• Paddle Canada Tandem

Equine Leadership 15 Bow Valley Active Leadership 15

Dual-Credit Program:

• Business Communication
• Medical Terminology 1&2
• Intro to Global Tourism
• Intro to Management
• Intro to Criminal Justice
• Health Education

This course requires you to fill out a college application and commitment to the course once enrolled. There is an option to do a practicum in Banff for an additional credit! *worth 5 CTS credits and 3 college credits!

Inreach Courses

List of courses

Inreach is the delivery method by which students at BCHS can access courses with ADLC if: a. A student is highly motivated, highly organised and can work independently and b. A course the student needs for graduation does not fit in the timetable due to a conflict or c. A student is training in the field of sport, music

• r other extracurricular program at an elite

level and needs to have flexibility of being part time or d. A student is a Banff Hockey Academy player whose training conflicts with the timetable or e. A student is a coded student and an ADLC course meets his of her learning needs

Off-Campus Programs Work Experience

• earn 15 credits

towards diploma requirements

• students document

their learning at a part-time paid or volunteer position

RAP

• earn 40 credits ...
• Registered

Apprenticeship Program for the trades

• 5 WE credits

required first

Green Certificate

• earn 16 credits ...
• choose from 9

specializations

• earn Level 1

(Technician) Certificate

recognized in AB agribusiness

HCS3000: Workplace Safety Systems 1 credit prerequisite HCS3000: Workplace Safety Systems 1 credit prerequisite AGR3000: Agricultural Safety 1 credit prerequisite

In other news..

Grade 11’s will be required to carry a full-course load for both semesters.

Spares can only be approved by the principal under extenuating circumstances.

Out of Province Courses

New for 2019/2020: A few BCHS students may consider out-of-province courses for over the summer. In order to ensure students successfully meet the requirements for a high school diploma in Alberta and to ensure that all courses taken are accepted by Alberta Education for transcript purposes, students who would like to take out-of-province courses must have the courses approved by BCHS administration prior to taking the courses. Any approved out-of-province courses successfully completed will be forwarded to Alberta Education with a “P” denoting a “Pass” and signifying that the school believes the learner outcomes for the out of province course were sufficient to meet the standards required to challenge the learning outcomes of the equivalent Alberta Education course. Please note, if a CRPS student takes an out-of-province course before communicating with their school, you may run the risk of taking a course which we feel does not align with Alberta Education curriculum and evaluation standards and one that BCHS will not forward to Alberta Education for transcript purposes. Credit in diploma examination courses for a student can be achieved only through a combination of:

• 1. Successfully challenge the school awarded portion of the course (are awarded a “P” by the school) and
• 2. Successfully completes the diploma examination for that course.

This is in line with a CRPS Board of Education’s directive.

What’s Next?

Paper copies for course selection will be due this Thursday, April 25th. Online course selection will commence the first week of May Any final course selection change deadline is Friday Sept 13th.

Sports and Clubs

Fall Volleyball Green team/High hopes Yoga X-country Student Council Yearbook Golf Beginner’s Japanese Winter Basketball Wellness Wednesdays Spring Rugby Track and Field Badminton

Alignment with CCHS

Since BCHS and CCHS have similar schedules, it is possible for students to travel to CCHS to take the following courses in high school:

• Biology and French AP
• Mechanics & Welding
• Agriculture
• Media Technology
• Commercial Foods
• Perfor

Applications for post-secondary

• Students should have a good idea of what post-secondary programs they are interested in. This

should inform their course selection for next year. There is a wealth of information on post-secondary institutions’ websites.

• Most schools begin accepting applications in early October. Each school varies but early February

is a common cut-off for early admission.

• March 1st is a common cut-off date for applications.
• The end of May is often the last date for offers of admission.
• When a student applies to a school they set up an account and information regarding their

application is updated through this account. Students will be sent emails to check their account when any changes have occurred in regards to their application.

• June 1st is a common deadline to accept admission offers.

Scholarships?

• Information on school and community

scholarships is provided to students at the beginning of May with a deadline of June 1st for applications.

• Once a student has decided where they are going

to school they can apply for scholarships offered by that particular post-secondary institution.

• ScholarTree.ca