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Presenters:
Janice Chappell-Traimer Emil Boychuk
Association of Career Educators (ACE)
www.AceOfOntario.ca
Secondary School Planning Transition from grade 8 to 9 Secondary school pathways
Post Secondary School Planning Transitions to 5+ post-secondary pathways Apprenticeship College University Workplace Community Living Gap Year
Finances Social-emotional aspect of transitions Q & A
•Grade 8 to 9 Transitions
•Secondary School Pathways
Information Session for Students, Parents and
Guardians
Transition from Grade 8 to 9 Choices for Nine
2017 - 2018
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Who Am I?
What are my strengths, interests (passions), values…
What are my opportunities?
Which pathways are good options? Which one might I choose first?
Who do I want to become?
Holistic perspective looking at life and work
Looking at goals, desires, dreams, preferred future
Working on a plan
Individual Pathways Plan (IPP) online at myBlueprint.ca
Accessing myBlueprint.ca/tdsb Online educational & career planning tool for students and parents
www.myBlueprint.ca/tdsb
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• Access and investigate myBlueprint career planning tool
• Attend Secondary Information Evenings/Open Houses
• Encourage continued participation in extracurricular
activities
• Choose courses of interest
• Discuss future plans
• Stay involved and connected with the school
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Choices for Nine
• The range of subjects and programs offered in each grade
• Semestered and non-semestered schedules
• “Composite” schools and “Alternative” schools
• The size of the school – big or small settings
• The range of extracurricular activities, clubs and sports
offered
• The supports available for English Language Learners and
students with special education needs
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Choices for Nine
The Year Ahead:
Educational Planning and Course Selection
Process for Grade 9
Choices for Nine
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• Planning for the coming year is a process
• That process begins now and will continue until Course
Selection Sheets are due in late February
www.tdsb.on.ca/GoingtoHighSchool
Information Evenings/Open Houses
at the High Schools
http://www.tdsb.on.ca/HighSchool/GoingtoHighSchool/OpenHousesandInformationNights.aspx
Choices for Nine
• Program and school specific information is shared
• Dates and times of High School Information Evenings
are listed in the Choices for Nine brochure and posted
on the TDSB website
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Information Evenings at Specialized Schools
Specialized Schools and Programs include, but are not limited to: Arts, Entrepreneurship, International Baccalaureate, Science & Technology
To investigate specialized schools or programs, check school websites and/or contact the specific school for admission requirements
Optional attendance guidelines and specific
admission requirements will apply – check deadline
dates for application
Choices for Nine
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http://www.tdsb.on.ca/aboutus/innovation/highschoolspecializedprograms.aspx
• Ultimately, students and families make the final course
choices
• Grade 8 teachers or counsellors are there to offer their
best suggestions about course choices based on
evidence of a student’s achievement, learning style,
interests, and learning goals
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Choices for Nine
• Applied
• Academic
• Locally Developed
• Open
• Students can mix course types based on their
achievement, interests, and skills. For example, a
student may take applied English and French courses
and academic Math
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Choices for Nine
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Destinations
• Total of 30 course credits
– 18 compulsory courses – 12 elective courses • 40 Hours Community Involvement
– Begins in summer after Grade 8
• Ontario Literacy Requirement
- Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test
Ontario Schools, Kindergarten to Grade 12:
Policy & Program Requirements, 2011
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
Choices for Nine
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• See Choices for Nine for a full list of specialized
schools and programs
• Many home schools also offer these additional learning
opportunities:
• Specialist High Skills Majors (SHSM)
• Cooperative Education (co-op)
• Technological Education Programs
• Centres of Innovation for Skills and Technologies
• Dual Credit Programs
• Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)
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Choices for Nine
http://www.tdsb.on.ca/aboutus/innovation/highschoolspecializedprograms.aspx
Optional Attendance
Choices for Nine
• Students are encouraged to attend the high school within the
catchment area of their residential address (home school)
• Use an Optional Attendance Application Form (PR545) when
applying to a school other than your home school
• Forms will be available at the elementary schools in January
• Specific information regarding Optional Attendance Procedures
will be communicated to students and families in early January
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www.tdsb.on.ca/FindyourSchool/OptionalAttendance
• February 3, 2017 Optional Attendance applications due to secondary schools – delivered by student/parent/guardian
• February 17, 2017 Secondary schools will inform Optional Attendance applicants by this date
• February 24, 2017 completed via myBlueprint and returned to elementary teacher/counsellor
• March 3, 2017 All course selection sheets due to secondary schools – delivered by Elementary Counsellor
Note:
• Only ONE course selection per student is submitted for
ONE secondary school by the elementary school counsellor
Choices for Nine
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Transitions to 5+ post-secondary pathways
Apprenticeship
College
University
Workplace
Community Living
Gap Year
A staggering confluence of emerging technology breakthroughs
artificial intelligence (AI)
robotics
the internet of things (IoT)
autonomous vehicles
3D printing
nanotechnology
biotechnology / genetic engineering
materials science
energy storage
quantum computing, and more
Creativity, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Critical Thinking
Collaboration
Communication
Character
Culture and Ethical Citizenship
Computer and Digital Technologies From Shifting Minds: Canadians for 21st Century Learning &
Innovation
A) Apprenticeship Training
B) Ontario Colleges
C) Universities
D) Workplace—employee, self-employed, entrepreneur,
E) Community Living (Special needs)
+) Gap year before post-secondary for expanding experience through volunteering, travel, work, …
Get hired by an employer that has certified journeypersons in the trade of interest Previous experience and education in the field is very helpful; for
example:
Relevant courses taken in high school—hairstyling, automotive technology, … Available in many schools
Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) in high school (combined with co-op)
Pre-apprenticeship programs and college programs for skilled trades
Most trades require high school diploma or equivalent
Certain high school courses may be required, e.g; English, math, sciences
Register with local apprenticeship office
Apply for grants and supports
Learn, record hours, develop competencies, and earn
Achieve Journeyperson “Certification of Qualification”
May also need to follow instructions for College Prep
College application dates and deadlines OCAS (Ontario College Application Service) www.ontariocolleges.ca
Application site opened in October (2016) Application fee is $95 for 5 program selections November 20, 2016--colleges begin receiving applications Equal consideration deadline date: February 1, 2017
Apply early for highly competitive programs
May 1, 2017—deadline to accept an offer of admission June 15, 2017—tuition deposit due (to secure seat in program)
Ontario secondary school students must apply by the deadlines and pay the application fees in order to be given equal consideration by the colleges
NB: Applications received after the deadlines are still processed and students may get in if spaces are available
Private Career Colleges and out-of-province colleges have their own application deadlines
OUAC (Ontario University Application Centre) www.ouac.ca
Late August 2016—electronicinfo.ca went live
Sept. 23-25, 2016—Ontario universities fair in Toronto
Ontario university reps continue to visit high schools
Nov. 2016—students receive application access PIN
Necessary for applying and getting information
January 11, 2017—deadline for equal consideration
Application fee is $150 for 3 programs; $50 for additional programs
May 26, 2017—latest date for offer of admission, etc.
June 1, 2017—earliest date required for financial commitment
NB: Applications received after the deadlines are still processed and students may get in if spaces are available
In order to be accepted into an English speaking Post-secondary institution, English Language Proficiency must be demonstrated (reading, writing,
speaking, and understanding) Many colleges/universities may require one specific
test – check their individual calendars for details English language skills may be evaluated through the
organizations listed below: www.ielts.org www.ieltscanada.ca www.ets.org/toefl www.Isa.umich.edu/eli www.cael.ca
Choose courses that prepare for the fields of work that are of interest, e.g., business, technological studies, …
Specialist High Skills Major programs prepare students for all pathways including workplace
Co-op courses are excellent for building experience in workplaces of interest
Begin job search during final year of school
Explore possibility of starting your own business or service
Network: Let everyone know what kind of work you would like--family, relatives, friends, teachers, counsellors, social workers, …
Talk to employers; do informational interviews
Create an impactful resume; practice filling out application forms clearly; may need to apply online
Visit work places; drop off resumes in person to the manager
Register with employment centres and make use of all their programs and services
Create a business card
Attend the annual TDSB Job Fair and other job fairs
High schools do transition planning with students and parents in special education programs
There are many agencies and programs; however, applications must be made as early as possible as processing may take a long time and spaces may be limited
There are many aids, bursaries, supports—www.DisabilityAwards.ca.
There are employment and volunteer opportunities but sadly, far too few
Community Living Toronto: www.cltoronto.ca
May be combined with “Victory Lap” semester
Important to identify goals and opportunities
There are companies that provide gap year programs
The year can involve paid and/or volunteer work, travel, studies, and/or a break
Offers of admission to post-secondary studies may be deferred to the following year depending on the institution and its rules
MOOCs--A massive open online course (MOOC) is an online course aiming at large-scale interactive participation and open access via the web.
www.Coursera.org
Ontario Online Learning—18,000 courses and 1,000 programs offered by colleges and universities (fees apply) www.OntarioLearn.com
www.khanacademy.org and
www.bbc.co.uk/schools
for help with school and post-secondary subjects (free)
www.electronicinfo.ca (Ontario Universities)
www.ontariocolleges.ca (Ontario Colleges)
www.myBlueprint.ca (Exploring and Planning)
www.careercruising.com (career exploration)
www.campusvibez.ca (campus life)
www.chaterhigh.com (post secondary planning)
www.apprenticesearch.com (Apprenticeship)
www.osca.ca (Links to many resources)
www.raiseyourflag.com (Workplace)
www.cltoronto.ca (Community Living)
Important to work on financial literacy and budgeting
Discuss, collaborate, learn
University Tuition Varies for programs Sample tuition: U of T,
Arts & Science: $6,200 + other fees
College Tuition Varies for programs Sample tuition: Diploma Programs - $2,400 + other fees
College degree program Sample tuition: $6,100 + other fees
Books and Supplies Varies by program: $500 to $1500
2017—NEW “Free Tuition” for eligible students (Ontario provincial program)
Home/residence/rental
Away: $7,550 -- $15,000 plus travel expenses
Food & meal plans
Laptop, tablet, internet, phone, TV…
Clothes, laundry, microwave…
Entertainment
Travel
Health plan (in tuition fee)
TUITION FEE Calculator
http://www.getsmarteraboutmoney.ca/tools-and-calculators/university-cost-and-debt-calculator/university-cost-and-debt-calculator.aspx#
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http://goo.gl/F7zIvD OR GET SMARTER ABOUT MONETY university Calculator
University of Toronto Living on Campus
University of Toronto Living at Home
Parental/Family Support RESPs TDSB program—Canada Learning Bond
www.tdsb.on.ca/SmartSAVER
Bank loans
OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance Program) Access to all federal & provincial programs Free Tuition for eligible students (only for Ontario post-sec) Qualify for loans and grants (pending family income) Loans not due until completing/leaving school Applications on line begin in April/May (Need SIN—Social
Insurance Number when applying) www.osap.gov.on.ca --has OSAP estimator and repayment
calculator—new calculator for Sept. 2017 on line after Nov. 21, 2016
It’s the Canada Learning Bond, available now through www.tdsb.on.ca/SmartSAVER. This is a Government of Canada contribution to a child’s Registered Education Savings Plan. It provides up to $2,000 in savings for the post-secondary education of eligible children.
Who can get it? You are eligible if your child was born in 2004 or later and you have ever been eligible for the National Child Benefit Supplement as part of the Canada Child Tax Benefit, known as the “family allowance”. All eligible children receive at least $500 and will receive $100 more for each year they’re eligible up to age 15 or a maximum of $2,000.
Scholarships, Bursaries & Awards Entrance Scholarships (Usually automatic based on outstanding
marks) Scholarships requiring application (note deadlines)
University, College… Organizations, Foundations, Companies…
Bursaries Require an application (note deadlines) Related to financial need Need decent marks and other qualities, e.g. community
involvement, leadership, commitment to goals…
Awards May be based on a variety of criteria, e.g., outstanding
achievements in sports, programs…
NEW: Redeeming rewards points www.HigherEdPoints.com
www.yconic.com
www.scholarshipscanada.com
www.canlearn.ca
www.DisabilityAwards.ca
Part-time work
At the university or college
Paid co-op
Other part-time workplaces
Summer jobs
Government programs
Job search help from Student Services & Employment Centres
Start early and network
Some quick tips
Communication with your teen
Common issues
Stress
Sadness, Depression…
(Homesickness—students away from home for college or university)
Appreciate their growth & development
Changing relationship
Your child will see you and life differently
Important for students to be involved outside of classes
Clubs, Interest groups
Study groups
Sports
Events on and off school/campus
Gym and recreational facilities
University fraternities and sororities
We are members of the Association of Career Educators (ACE)
We provide workshops for parents and students
We provide personal education and career counselling
Our Association is a forum for all interested in promoting, supporting and delivering career development programs and services especially for youth
Please visit our table in the Marketplace or www.aceofontario.ca for more information
1. How Teens Can Build Their Career Pathways to Success
2. Teen Self Knowledge and Development
3. Work Opportunities
4. Breaking Into the World of Work
5. Finances
6. Changing Role of Parents
7. Exponential Changes—Futurist Predictions
8. Topic as requested
Emil Boychuk
416-476-8790
Janice Chappell-Traimer
www.aceofontario.ca
