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Thomas Street Middle SchoolWelcomes our Grade 8 parents and students to

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? Where should YOU go ?90% of our students will be heading to their home school for

this area, John Fraser S.S. Peel has recognized that some students require different academic programming and experiences to ensure that they are successful. Peel has developed programs for students in the following areas: The Arts, International Business and Technology, International Baccalaureate, Sci-Tech, Graphic Design Management, Leadership, Strings, Transportation Technology , Gifted, ESL, Vocational/Life Skills, and DD programs. High School’s web sites provide valuable information when making your decision. The following is a list of possible destinations for our students:

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Home School vs Regional Program

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AdvancedPlacement

John Fraser Oct 15, 2015Regular-6:00 p.m.AP – 7:30pm

November 20

Arts Cawthra Park Oct. 28, 20156, 7, and 8pm

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Graphic Design Management

Gordon Graydon Oct 07, 2015 November 20

IB (MYP/DP) Erindale Oct 26, 20157:00 p.m.

November 20

IBT Meadowvale Oct 07, 20156:30 p.m.

November 20

Int’l & Exec. Leadership Academy

T.L Kennedy Sept. 22, 20157:00 p.m.

November 20

SciTech Port Credit Oct. 21, 20156:30 p.m.

November 20

Sports Applewood Sept. 22, 20157pm

November 20

Strings Port Credit Oct. 21, 20156:30 p.m.

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TransportationTechnology

Bramalea Sept. 22, 20157:45pm

November 20

Enhanced Learning Program

The Woodlands Please see website

Applied Skills Pathways Program

West Credit February 09, 20169

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John Fraser S. S. .

John Fraser will be the home school for most of our students, unless students have special needs or are interested in a Regional or Specialty program. JF also houses the ESL program for this area of Peel. Because it is our Home School, upon the completion

of grade 8, students will automatically be accepted into the grade 9 program. John Fraser provides excellent facilities with a variety of diverse and exciting opportunities

offered throughout the academic and extracurricular programming. Excellent arts programs including drama, dance and specialty visual arts programs including photography, media arts and design arts. Strong in design, transportation and

communications technology along with computer programming and engineering.

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Why Choose John Fraser?THE ARTS The Art s department has experienced major changes in the last few years with new courses and

clubs offered including a Grade 9 Musical Theatre course along with the introduction of a Glee Club!

You can take a variety of Arts courses each year and not have to specialize in just one. Each year the Arts department hosts an Arts evening showcasing student work from all of their arts

and media departments including: Art Gallery Silent Films Drama, Dance and African dance Performance Guest Speakers – JF Alumni including Genie Nominated Director/Writer Rickie Mehta (Amal)

SPORTS John Fraser has a very successful athletics program. In the fall, we have boys volleyball, girls basketball, girls

field hockey (ROPSSAA champs this year), cross country running, and girls flag football (ROPSSAA champs a few years ago). In the winter, we have girls volleyball (ROPSSAA finalists or champs over the last 5 years), boys basketball, boys and girls nordic skiing, table tennis, archery, badminton (ROPSSAA champs last year) and swimming (many winning individuals and teams). In the spring our teams include (boys and girls) soccer, track and field and rugby (team travels to OHIO for a tournament), girls softball and boys cricket. John Fraser also has an ice hockey team which is always looking for leaders to advance the team to the next level.

Extra-curricular Programming

• Amnesty International• Arts Council• Badminton Team & Club• Baseball (Varsity)• Blue notes• Book Club• Boys Rugby• Chess Club• Christian Club• Concert Band• Creative Writing Club• Cross Country Skiing• Nordic Skiing • Cross Country Running• DECA Business Club• Drawing Club• Environmental Club• FAC – Fraser Athletic Council• Fraser Dance Theatre• Fraser on the Fringe – Drama Presentations• French Club• Fuzion – Dance, Drama, Art Show• Girls Flag Football• Girls Softball (slo pitch)• Girls' Weightlifting Club• Golf Team• Gr. 9 Band• Jazz Band• Jr. Boys Basketball• Jr. Boys Volleyball• Jr. Girls Basketball

•Jr. Girls Soccer•Jr. Girls Volleyball•Law Club•Math Club•Mini Math Contest•Mississauga Marathon•Model UN•Multi-Cultural Club•MSA (Muslim Student Association)•Music Council•Outreach (Mississauga Crime Prevention)•Positive Space (Friends/supporters of Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, Trans-Gender, Questioning students)•Robotics Club•Royal Treatment (Student Ambassadors)•S.A.C. – Student Activity Council•Science Contests•Ski Club/Snowboarding•Stage Crew•Student Newspaper•Swim Team•Tech. Crew (Audio-visual)•Tennis•Track & Field•Weightlifting Club•White Pines Reading Club

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Advanced Placement@ John Fraser SS

The Advanced Placement (AP) program allows students to pursue university-level studies while in secondary school. Students can earn a first-year university credit for each AP credit achieved. In grades 9 and 10, students in the AP program will fulfill the requirements of the Ontario curriculum, while experiencing additional enrichment to prepare them for the senior level AP courses. At the senior level, students select from available AP courses and work towards successful completion of the AP exams. Subject areas include English, mathematics, science, social science and French. The program is designed to enable students to think deeply and take personal responsibility for their learning.

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Arts@ Cawthra Park SS

At the secondary level, students accepted into the Arts Program will experience a comprehensive education in an arts discipline of their choice, while learning the Ontario curriculum. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in a variety of arts experiences including guest artists in the classroom, field trips and co-curricular activities. Students must audition to be accepted into the program. Information about the audition is available from each of the schools.

Students can audition for the arts program in grade 9 without having attended the program in middle school. Space permitting, students can audition for entry to the program in grade 10, 11 and 12. Students receive a certificate upon completion of the program.

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International Baccalaureate (IB)

@ Erindale SS

The International Baccalaureate program provides a stimulating academic environment that celebrates learning and connects it to the world outside the classroom. It emphasizes awareness and acceptance of all cultures and attitudes, and fosters an understanding of how and why we learn.

The International Baccalaureate program is designed by the International Baccalaureate Organization, a non-profit Swiss-based educational foundation. It was formed in 1968 with an initial goal of establishing a common curriculum and university entry credentials. Upon completion of the IB program, students earn a diploma that is recognized by universities internationally.

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International Business and Technology (IBT)

@ Meadowvale SS

The International Business Technology (IBT) program provides students with a challenging program in all academic areas. Students enrolled in the program will explore subjects from a global perspective.Since the program began in 1994, it has become a recognized leader in:

• business and entrepreneurial innovation • the use of technology to support learning • the development of positive student attitudes towards academics,

personal management and teamwork • providing students with lifelong learning strategies that encourage

success

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SciTech@ Port Credit SS

The SciTech program integrates a hands-on, minds-on philosophy and provides students with an interactive approach to learning. The program is enhanced through the science and technology curriculum and through participation in activities such as excursions, guest speakers, competitions and clubs.

Students can apply for the SciTech program in grade 9 without having attended the program in middle school. In grades 9 and 10, SciTech students will explore a range of technology and science skills, knowledge, applications and career pathways. In grade 11 and 12, students will focus on an interest in a science or technology pathway. Students receive a certificate upon completion of the four-year program.

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Strings @ Port Credit SS

Students enrolled in the Regional Strings program (for violin, viola, cello and bass) have the opportunity to explore the many facets of string playing through Chamber Strings (for advanced players), Intermediate Strings (for students with one or two years experience), and Beginning Strings (for students with no previous experience). While still completing the Ontario curriculum, students in the strings program will experience a range of musical opportunities including performing with full orchestra and ensemble, professional coaching sessions, attendance at live concerts and rehearsals, master classes with professional musicians, and an educational excursion to Europe in alternate years. Students receive a certificate upon completion of the four-year program.

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Skilled Trades Applied Pathways Program

@West Credit SS

This new program will be open to grade 8 students who are truly interested in pursuing their passion in one or more skilled trade. It is open to all students (IEP or not) who do not require Vocational Placement. This program meets the requirements of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) and would provide a pathway to college or an apprenticeship in a skilled trade.

What makes this program different from a regular applied stream program?•Students will have an opportunity to explore 4 credits in the following trade areas in Grade 9 + 10: Automotive, Child Care, Construction, Cosmetology, Hospitality (Chef training and baking), Horticulture (Green Industries) and Manufacturing.•In Grade 11 + 12 students have the opportunity to explore double credits in a trade area of their choice, will be able to make connections with local colleges, gain valuable experience and apprenticeship competencies in a number of trade areas, and have cooperative education placements in the trade area of their choice.

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Woodlands S. S.The Woodlands houses the Enhanced Learning Program, and is therefore only available to identified Exceptionally Gifted students. Such programming may include advanced study, independent study, mentorship programming and specific involvement in co-curricular activities.

West Credit S. S.West Credit offers south Peel's Vocational Program. This setting is reserved for students who would benefit from a more hands-on and entrepreneurial approach to learning, with an emphasis on further developing their life skills. Only students who qualify and are identified through the ISRC process will be accepted.

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Gordon Graydon S.S.Graphic Design Management

T.L. Kennedy S.S.International and Executive Leadership Academy

Bramalea S.S. Transportation Technology

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Program School Information Nights Electronic Application Period-closed by

AdvancedPlacement

John Fraser Oct 15, 2015Regular-6:00 p.m.AP – 7:30pm

November 20

Arts Cawthra Park Oct. 28, 20156, 7, and 8pm

November 20

Graphic Design Management

Gordon Graydon Oct 07, 2015 November 20

IB (MYP/DP) Erindale Oct 26, 20157:00 p.m.

November 20

IBT Meadowvale Oct 07, 20156:30 p.m.

November 20

Int’l & Exec. Leadership Academy

T.L Kennedy Sept. 22, 20157:00 p.m.

November 20

SciTech Port Credit Oct. 21, 20156:30 p.m.

November 20

Sports Applewood Sept. 22, 20157pm

November 20

Strings Port Credit Oct. 21, 20156:30 p.m.

November 20

TransportationTechnology

Bramalea Sept. 22, 20157:45pm

November 20

Enhanced Learning Program

The WoodlandsApplied Skills Pathways Program

West Credit

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Features of O.S.S.D.

OSS diploma◦30 credits (18 compulsory, 12 optional)◦40 hours Community Involvement◦Successful completion of the Grade 10 Literacy

Test

Compulsory Credit Requirements

• 4 English (1 per grade)• 3 Math (1 in Gr. 11/12)• 2 Science• 1 Arts• 1 Canadian Geography• 1 Canadian History• 1/2 Career Studies• 1/2 Civics• 1 F.S.L. (French)• 1 Health and Phys. Ed.

• 1 additional credit in one of Arts, Business, H.&P.E. or Co-op

• 1 additional credit in one of Canadian & World Studies, English, Social Science, Third Language or Guidance & Career Education or Co-op

• 1 additional credit in Science (Gr. 11/12), or Technological

Education, (Gr. 9-12) or Co-op

Compulsory Courses Needed to Graduate

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 English English English English

Mathematics

Mathematics Mathematics

Science Science

Canadian Geography

Canadian History

French Civics and Career Studies

Physical and Health Education

By the end of Grade 10 must complete one of the following:

Art, Drama, Dance or Music

= 8 by end of Gr.9

=16 by end of Gr.10

=30 by end of Gr. 12

1 additional credit in one of Arts, Business, H.&P.E. or Co-op 1 additional credit in one of Canadian & World Studies, English, Social Science, Third Language or Guidance & Career Education or Co-op 1 additional credit in Science (Gr. 11/12), or Technological Education, (Gr. 9-12) or Co-op

40 Hours Community Involvement

• Student responsibility, over 4 years• Students encouraged to complete this diploma

requirement early• School provides forms needed• Parental support and monitoring required• Starts in grade 9• More information available at www.peelschools.org - go

to “Student Stuff” and then to "Your time counts".

Grade 10 Test Literacy Test - OSSLT

• Written in Grade 10• Evaluates reading and writing skills in all subject areas up to end of Gr. 9• Designed and marked by EQAO staff• Student result reported as “complete” when successful• Not successful?

• Support (lunch, after school)• Re-write until they get it• O.S.S. Literacy Course (g.12)

• IF student eligible to write test twice AND IF failed at least once• test may be re-written

Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics

• Is written by students in Grade 9 in Applied and Academic Math courses.

• Is worth up to 20% of the grade 9 math course final mark.

• Is administered towards the end of the course.

Course Types

Grades 11 and 12

• Workplace preparation• College preparation• College/University

preparation• University preparation

Grades 9 & 10

• Locally Developed

• Applied

• Academic

Locally Developed Courses (L)

• Lead to Workplace courses (directly)• Suitable for students who have a pattern of

difficulty or gaps in core subjects• Hands-on, real-life problems & examples as

much as possible– Develop literacy, numeracy,problem-solving, decision-making,

communication skills

Applied Courses (P)

• Lead toward college and work level courses (directly)

• More time• More guidance from teacher

Emphasize: • Practical, real-life applications and examples

Academic Courses (D)

• Lead toward university level courses (directly)• More independent learning• Emphasize theory, but include some

practical, real-life applications

Applied or Academic?• can lead to either Applied or Academic stream

in Grade 10 – Crossover materials recommended– Transfer course required for Math in the

summer• Students may take Applied courses in

some subjects and Academic courses in other subject areas

Which Course Type?

Think about:• Teachers’ RECOMMENDATIONS• Work habits

• Time management, homework, assignments

• Learning preferences• “Book-learning” versus “hands-on”

• Academic achievement so far• Independence

• How much guidance is needed to get started?

This Many will make it

What if I need HELP!• Arrange extra help with teacher• Senior Scholars

– Lunch & after school• Learning strategies (GLS 1O0)• Learning disability?

– Information passed on – self-advocate

• Guidance Centre– Workshops– Individual counselling– Peer Coaches

Experiential Learning

• Co-operative Education (Co-op)• Earn credits by learning at work

• Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)• Earn some apprenticeship hours AND

finish high school AT THE SAME TIME

Cooperative Education courses

• Students earn coop education credits by integrating class work with learning experiences in the community

• Allows students to develop job-related skills and explore possible destinations

• Some students will earn cooperative education credits in Grade 11, some students in Grade 12

• Based on a course in which a student is, or has been enrolled

Coop Placements

University• Teaching, Nursing, Veterinarian, Medicine, Law, Accounting,

Business, Graphic Designer

College• Hotel Management, Nursing, Vet Tech, ECE, Television Production,

Police, Esthetician, Fitness Instructor, Youth & Child Care Worker, Photographer

Apprenticeship • Cook, Auto Service, Technology, Carpentry, Chef, Hair Stylist,

Landscaping

Workplace• Admin Assistant, Armed Forces, Hair Stylist, Data entry Operator,

Animal Attendant, Photographer

Compulsory Courses Needed to Graduate

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12English English English English

Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics

Science Science

CanadianGeography

CanadianHistory

French Civics and CareerStudies

Physical andHealth EducationBy the end of Grade 10 must completeone of the following:

Art, Drama, Dance or MusicAnd at least one of:Business or 2nd PE or 2nd ArtAnd at least one of:Social Science and Humanities or English or 3rd Language or CAN World StudiesAnd at least one of:Technology Education (grade 9-12) or Science (grade 11 or 12)= 8 by end ofGr.9

=16 by end ofGr.10

=30 by end of Gr. 12