école secondaire A R G Y L E secondary school

Senior Course Programming www.ArgyleSecondary.ca

Grade Administrators & Counsellors (for next school year)

Grade 8 Mr. Hockley Mrs. Sigurdsson Grade 9 Ms. Hall Mr. Ruben (International & Grad) Grade 10 Mr. Hockley Ms. Malone (Scholarships & Awards) Grade 11 Ms. Hall Ms. Dash Grade 12 Mr. Kee Mrs. White

Administrators and counsellors move up with their grades. The principal works with the Grade 12’s each year.

Argyle Counselling & Student Services

Educational Counselling

Personal Counselling

Career Counselling

2018 Programming Timeline

February 15 Grade 8 – 11 Parent Programming meeting

Feb. 13 – 29 Gr. 8 – 11 Course Programming *Counsellors visit classes *Students discuss course requests with parents, counsellor and/or teachers March 9 Course request forms due to counsellors. Applications for District Enhanced Programs also due.

After March 9 Process of Timetable construction begins

Work Backwards

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Post-Secondary Requirements

Most BC Universities – for 2019 & 2020 grads GPA - based on English 12 plus 3 approved academic OR an average of program-specific grade 11 & 12 courses - check “recommended” not minimum

Some out of Province Universities - based on Eng 12 plus 4 approved courses

Broadbased applications – “Personal Profiles” are important - extra-curricular activities - community involvement - volunteer work - leadership

Dependent on school & program of study **Check websites**

Here are two NEW and good resources New Guidelines for SFU: http://www.sfu.ca/students/adm-req-2019-2020.html

UBC Student Admissions 101 - https://trekmagazine.alumni.ubc.ca/2017/fall-2017/features/ubc-student-admissions-101/

http://www.sfu.ca/students/adm-req-2019-2020.htmlhttp://www.sfu.ca/students/adm-req-2019-2020.htmlhttps://trekmagazine.alumni.ubc.ca/2017/fall-2017/features/ubc-student-admissions-101/https://trekmagazine.alumni.ubc.ca/2017/fall-2017/features/ubc-student-admissions-101/https://trekmagazine.alumni.ubc.ca/2017/fall-2017/features/ubc-student-admissions-101/

- Students self-report marks - Students complete PSI in TP12 - Official grades are sent to post-secondary schools after term two reporting period - Possible Personal Profile required - Possible Personal Video submission/interview

Keep in mind: - Your online identity will be checked

- What is on your social media pages?

- How are you represented on the www?

Post-Secondary Requirements (cont.)

Admission: English Standards - English Language Standards - 3 years of English in Canada - 4 years in Canada and elsewhere - 80% mark avoids LPI for 1st year English at some Institutions

Post-Secondary Requirements (cont.)

**Check websites for full details**

Technical, Trade and Art Institutions • apply early

• requirements depend on program of study

• pre-entry test may be required

• may range from graduation to specialty courses / portfolios

Post-Secondary Requirements

**Check websites for full details**

** Costs vary by program and institute **

1. College: approx. $250-$500 a course + fees approx. $300 + books $600-$1000 + living expenses

2. University: approx. $600 - $800 a course + fees approx.

$600 + books $1000-$2000 + living expenses • Full-time studies could cost you well over $8000 a year for 8 courses

or more. Then you need to add living expenses on top of that.

• If you are an International student it will cost you 2-3X more.

• Taking advantage of the University Transfer Credits option is a great way to save on tuition and transition to a degree program at university

Cost of Post-Secondary

External Scholarships & Bursaries

Research, Research, Research…… Helpful information on Argyle website Meet Ms. Malone

Argyle Scholarships

There is a pool of available scholarships and bursaries decided at the school level by Argyle’s Scholarship Committee ($225 - $2000)

One application form – Argyle website , mid-December/January of Grade 12 year General criteria includes: academic standing volunteer service, leadership and citizenship extracurricular

Specific Criteria – depends on Scholarship or Bursary Refer to the Argyle website Argyle Scholarship and

Bursary Information Booklet for details

http://www.nvsd44.bc.ca/SchoolSites/Argyle/Departments/Counselling%20and%20Student%20Services/Scholarships/%7E/media/Schools/Argyle/Departments/Counselling/Scholarships/Information%20booklet%20%20%202009%20%20%2010.ashxhttp://www.nvsd44.bc.ca/SchoolSites/Argyle/Departments/Counselling%20and%20Student%20Services/Scholarships/%7E/media/Schools/Argyle/Departments/Counselling/Scholarships/Information%20booklet%20%20%202009%20%20%2010.ashx

►Each year Argyle Grads win scholarships totaling $500,000 - $1,000,000 !!

Course Requests

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Specific Program/

Career Entry Requirements

Post Secondary Entry

Requirements

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There are many important factors to consider! • Graduation Requirements • Post-Secondary Requirements • Extra- Curricular Involvement - Athletics, Drama, Music, Clubs, etc… • Workload and time management • Volunteering • Jobs In And Out Of School • Leadership • Reference Letters • Scholarships • Service Awards • Building Résumés • Enjoyment!!! • Keep Your Options Open and Be Realistic!

Making Wise Choices for Grade 11/12

P L A N N I N G 1 0 I S A G R A D U A T I O N R E Q U I R E M E N T !

Have you Completed Planning 10??

If you are taking Planning 10 (Planification 10) through DL, the deadline to complete the course is June 1

If you have not completed Planning 10 (Planification 10) by June, you will

need to take the NEW course:

Career Life Education 10 / Carrieres et Leadership 10

80 credits over Grades 10-12 including the courses below:

•A Language Arts 10 (4 credits) • A Language Arts 11 (4 credits) • A Language Arts 12 (4 credits) • A Mathematics 10 (4 credits) • A Mathematics 11or 12 (4 credits) • A Fine Arts or Applied Skills 10, 11, or 12(4 credits) • Social Studies 10 (4 credits) • A Social Studies 11 or 12 (4 credits) • Science 10 (4 credits) • A Science 11 or 12 (4 credits) • Planning 10 or Careers 10 (4 credits) • PE 10 (4 credits) • Graduation Transitions 12 (4 credits)

• 28 elective credits (AT LEAST 16 MUST BE AT THE GRADE 12 LEVEL) • Fine Arts or Applied Skills 10, 11, or 12 (4 credits) • 30 hours of volunteer OR work (paid) experience (from Grades 10, 11 & 12) • 150 min. per week of physical activity (from Grades 10 - 12)

Grade 12 Graduation Requirements

48 credits of Required courses

New or Revised Courses

Culture et Communication 11 Physics 11 Honours Physics 12 Honours Literary Studies 12 (not a cohort) Histoire Mondiale 12 BC First Peoples 12 Beginning Band 8 – 12 Strings 8 – 12 (will meet outside of timetable) PHE Outdoor Education 11/12 Economics 12 (now Social Studies themed) Song Writing/Music Composition (11/12) Science for Citizens 11 Environmental Science 11

Flowchart of Mathematics At Argyle

Foundations of Mathematics &

Pre-Calculus 10H

Math 8

Math 9

Pre-Calculus 11H

Math 9 Honours

Workplace Math 10

Workplace Math 11

Foundations of Mathematics & Pre-Calculus 10

Foundations of Math 11

Foundations of Math 12

Pre-Calc 12 & Calculus 12

cohort

Pre-Calculus11

Pre-Calculus 12

Optional AP

Exam

Workplace Math 10 & 11

Formerly called “Apprenticeship and Workplace Math”, 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.

Students will continue to focus on the mathematical processes learned in Math 8 and 9.

Course will concentrate on algebra, geometry, measurement, number sense with practical applications, and trigonometry.

Workplace Math 10

Workplace Math 11

Students and parents are encouraged to research the admission requirements for post-secondary programs as they vary by institution and by year.

Foundations of Math versus

Pre-Calculus & Calculus

Foundations is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical thinking skills identified for post-secondary studies in both the arts and some sciences.

Foundations of Mathematics & Pre-Calculus 10

Foundations of Math 12

Pre-Calculus 12

Students are advised to select the level of math that they are able to achieve as well as research specific post-secondary entrance requirements for the program of study.

Foundations of Math 12

Calculus 12

Pre-Calculus

12

Foundations of Math 11

Pre-Calculus11

Honours Math

Honours classes are determined by teacher recommendation based on marks and work habits

Students who select Honours will be notified if they will be offered a spot in Honours

Typically Honours students need to have over 90% in math, strong work habits and must sign-up.

Students can request Math enrichment from teachers

Foundations of Mathematics &

Pre-Calculus 10H

Pre-Calc/ Calculus 12

Cohort

Pre-Calculus

11H

Optional AP Exam (supplemental fee

required)

Flowchart of Science At Argyle

Geology

12

Physics 11/Honours Physics 11

Science for Citizens 11

Science(s) 10

Chemistry 11

Chemistry 12 Physics

12/Honours Physics 12

Life Sciences (Bio) 11

Anatomy & Physiology

(Bio) 12

Earth Science 11

Environmental Science 11

Optional AP Physics

Exam (supplemental fee)

AP Courses are now Honours Courses

Honours Physics 11 and Honours Physics 12 will be offered and is recommended preparation to write the AP Physics Exam (*supplemental fee required)

While there will not be an AP Calculus course, students who take the Pre-Calculus/Calculus Cohort may also write the AP exam (*supplemental fee required)

* only offered if there is sufficient student demand

Flowchart of Social Studies At Argyle

Physical Geography 12

20th Century World History

12

Social Studies 10

Comparative Cultures 12

BC First People 12

At least ONE of the following Socials 12 courses is required for Graduation

Law 12

Additional Socials Elective that Does NOT meet the grade 11/12 Grad Requirements:

Psychology 11

Economics 12

Histoire Mondiale 12

Social Justice 12

Outdoor Education at Argyle

For more information: argyleoutdooreducation.weebly.com

Argyle Leadership

How does it work? Students will take on leadership roles in the following areas:

1. Coaching – Basketball, Volleyball, Track and Field, etc. 2. Teaching Assistant – Assist in the delivery of course curriculum to both elementary and junior high school students 3. Community – Organize and execute selected events in both the school and surrounding communities

Students will choose their placements based on their personal interests

Students must be very responsible and willing to

commit to significant hours of out-of- school activities

Career Programs

Career Programs at Argyle (application required): 1. Co-op students gain exposure to a workplace in a field of

employment that interests them Earn 16-32 course credits towards high school

graduation Please talk to Mr. Shaw before you sign up. 2. Internship allows students to gain skills & knowledge from a

work placement for 100 hours while still taking academic courses.

Trades and Apprenticeship Training Programs

Secondary School Apprenticeship Program Students can earn up to 16 credits towards their high school graduation and accumulate hours towards their apprenticeship. Must register through Mr. Shaw

Accelerated Credit Enrolment in Industry Training (ACE-IT) Cooks Training and Carpentry - equivalent to first level apprenticeship training. Student would be cross-enrolled at both Vancouver Community College/West Vancouver Secondary and Argyle Secondary

District Enhanced Programs & Academies

Registration: January 29 – March 9

District Enhanced Programs

Digital Media Academy Co-op Program Internship International Baccalaureate Artists for Kids Studio Art Academy Dance Academy Field Hockey Academy Hockey Skills Academy Soccer Academy Volleyball Academy Culinary Arts Level 1 Basketball Academy Apprenticeship & Work Experience Outdoor Education Academy (Sutherland) * New Lacrosse Academy (Carson Graham) * New Entrepreneurship (Sutherland, Windsor and Handsworth (proposed)) * New

More information, applications and registration available at:

www.sd44.ca

NEW

DMA for Grade 11 and/or 12 Applications are available in the District website under “Academies” Information and supporting documents are available from the DMA

website is www.dmacademy.ca which has all of the supporting documents available.

DMA is $1250/year ($125 per month)

Supplemental Materials Needed: 1. Letter of intent – Why do you want to Join DMA? 2. Portfolio – Your best work – 4-8 items – art, writing, photographs, games

etc. (submitted on a USB) 3. Letter of reference from a teacher.

http://www.dmacademy.ca/

Summer Learning 2018

Who we are

Vision To provide a platform for students to explore and extend learning opportunities while fulfilling their educational requirements. Mission North Vancouver School District Summer Learning provides an engaging learning environment where all students can challenge themselves academically and fulfill their personal learning goals through alternative pathways.

Innovation Inquiry

Collaboration Communication

Summer Learning Details

Programs

Review & Completion

Courses Full Credit

Courses

Elementary Supporting Student

Learning

• 7/8 Transition: • Regular, IB and French

Immersion • ELL • Numeracy (Math 8 & 9) • Literacy (English 8 & 9)

See next slide • Grade 4/5/6 Q or R • Grade 5/6/7 G or D

Locations Carson Graham Secondary Carson Graham

Secondary Westview

Elementary

Dates July 4 - July 26 July 4 - August 1 July 3 - 11 August 20 - 29

Times 8:30am - 11:15am 8:30am - 12:30pm 8:30am - 12:00pm

What we offer

Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 English

Biology Biology

Creative Writing and Literature Studies

Chemistry Chemistry

Foundations of Math and Pre-Calculus

English Creative Writing

Physical and Health Education

Foundations of Math English

Science

Pre-Calculus Foundations of Math

Social Studies

Physics Pre-Calculus

Social Studies Exploration History, Human Geography and Philosophy

Physics

Human Geography

Twentieth Century World History

Registration

Online only - visit the Summer Learning website at www.sd44.ca > Schools > Summer Learning

Opens May 1

Closes June 29 @ noon

http://www.sd44.ca/

Our Clients Students who have gaps in their learning and wish to enhance their skills

Students who wish to get ahead – take a full credit course in the summer

Summer Learning Website

http://www.sd44.ca/school/summer/Pages/default.aspx

Distributed Learning

http://www.sd44.ca/school/distributed

NVDLS Vision

To work in partnership with mainstream schools to provide students with flexible, innovative and personalized pathways to graduation through interactive and engaging online experiences.

What is It?

• alternate way to complete core academic courses and electives in grade 8-12

• course materials and resources are housed online

• teacher/student interaction: online, face-to-face, via email, phone and virtual classroom

• continuous entry/self-paced or cohort/synchronous

• learning with a technology focus: using digital tools

Benefits of DL…

• flexible: self-paced, anytime, anywhere learning

• frees up student timetable to enroll in additional classes

• supports elite athlete’s training schedules, part-time work schedules

• utilizes 21st century learning skills (technology)

• preparation for online course delivery options in post-secondary, trades programs and employment training and development

Course Offerings:

Grade 8 & 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

English 8 Careers 10 (English) Biology 11 BC First Nations 12

English 9 Careers 10 (French) Chemistry 11 Biology 12

Math 8 English 10: 5-2 credit options Communications 11 Calculus 12

Math 9 French 10 Earth Science 11 Chemistry 12

Science 8 Math 10 A/W English 11 Communications 12

Science 9 Math 10 F/P French 11 English 12

Socials 8 Personal Project 10 (IB) Math A/W 11, F 11, Pre-Cal 11 French 12

Socials 9 Physical Education 10 Physics 11

Geography 12, History 12, Law 12, Marketing 12

Science 10 Socials 11 Math F 12 , Pre-Cal 12

Socials 10 Physics 12

“Blended” DL Centre Model Main DL Centre: Mountainside Secondary • meet with DL teachers • receive face-to-face academic/tutorial support • work on their courses • test invigilation • tech support Main DL Centre opened daily, flexible hours, between 8 am to 8pm test invigilation, tutorial support, tech support

Satellite DL Centres: (at each Secondary School): open based on-site DL

staff schedules

Virtual Classroom: open Wednesday and Thursday nights from 6pm -8pm: students and parents are welcome to attend!

Parent Role encourage your student to set timelines

monitor timelines

Set expectations and provide encouragement

Use ”Mentor Manager” in Moodle to check gradebook and progress

encourage attendance at the DL Centre

connect with the DL teacher through Moodle messaging, email, and phone

Registration

http://www.sd44.ca/school/distributed

Step 1: • Meet with your grade counsellor to determine is DL is the right fit for

you! • Create your graduation plan Step 2: • Complete registration forms, available on the DL website • Submit forms to your grade counsellor for signature • Make sure forms are submitted to NVDLS Step3: • Receive your login and password (students and parents) • Login immediately and get started: message your DL teacher, update

your profile and bio and set completion timelines

Questions

Other Options for earning Graduation Credits

External Credentials: Credits earned through extra-curricular activities (sports, dance, music, etc…) www.bced.gov.bc.ca/courseinfo/ Language Course Challenge: Receiving credits for a course without having to take it by testing if a student has met the learning outcomes for a similar course (Delta School District – registration October – exams in January)

http://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/courseinfo/

Study Block Applications

Things you should know before choosing a Study Block:

Some universities look at total number of courses and not just GPA A study block does not earn graduation credits, which may impact post-secondary

options. It is your responsibility to check. Students may apply if you meet ALL of the following criteria:

You are a Grade 11 or Grade 12 student You have a challenging academic course load or extraordinary extracurricular commitments You have a good attendance history (grades 8-12). You have a good record of citizenship.

Do Not list “Study Block” as one of your 8 Course Requests. Instead, state on your Study Block Application which of your elective choices you

would like to give up in place of a study block Study Block applications are available on the Argyle website or in Student

Services and must be handed in with your Course Request form by March 9th

Get Involved – Stay Balanced

School Activities – Clubs School Functions & Spirit Days School Athletics – Fall, Winter, Spring sports Community involvement –

• See Argyle Website • Volunteer & paid opportunities - Visit the Career Centre

Helpful Websites

Ministry of Education www.bced.gov.bc.ca

Post-secondary Planning: www.educationplanner.bc.ca (includes program requirements for all BC schools):

Career Planning: www.bced.gov.bc.cacareers/planning/plan/parents

finances and planning: www.bcsc.bc.ca

Curriculum: www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp

Occupations: www.workfutures.bc.ca www.careercruising.com www.workinfonet.bc.ca www.jobfutures.ca

http://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/http://www.educationplanner.bc.ca/http://www.bced.gov.bc.cacareers/planning/plan/parentshttp://www.bcsc.bc.ca/http://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irphttp://www.workfutures.bc.ca/http://www.careercruising.com/http://www.workinfonet.bc.ca/http://www.jobfutures.ca/

course requests determine the school’s timetable & staffing

students/parents responsible for ensuring students will satisfy

graduation and specific post secondary entrance requirements

Electives listed: in the Programming Guide, on the back of the programming sheet, posted on the Argyle website

Once course requests are made changes may not be possible

Course Requests Decisions

March 9 COURSE REQUEST FORMS

DUE TO YOUR COUNSELLOR

Grade 10 11 Vikki Dash: vdashkevich@sd44.ca Grade 11 12 Shawn White: swhite@sd44.ca

mailto:vdashekic@sd44.camailto:swhite@sd44.ca

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