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Planning Guide Purpose The purpose of this guide is to help students select courses for their years at D.P. Todd Secondary School.

It is important that students plan their course selections carefully because the timetable is assembled

based on initial choices. Once the schedule has been built, specific changes may be difficult or

impossible to implement. Selection of a course does not ensure that students will be able to fit that

course into their schedules, although every attempt will be made to accommodate all choices. Please

note that it is the responsibility of each student to ensure that they complete the appropriate

prerequisite courses and all other course requirements for graduation and post-secondary study.

When selecting courses, students should consider the following:

Required courses for graduation;

Other courses of interest;

The courses you are likely to be successful in; and

If you are planning to continue onto a post-secondary institution, you must know prerequisite

course and entrance requirements.

Students and parents are advised to study the Requirements for Graduation and relevant Post-Secondary

Guides at:

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/k-12/support/graduation

Admission Requirements and other information about post-secondary training and education often

change and are best checked with the institutions themselves to get the latest and most accurate details.

Graduation Assessments Students starting the Graduation Program (that is, entering Grade 10) will need to write three (3)

graduation assessments in order to graduate:

One (1) numeracy assessment

Two (2) literacy assessments (Grade 10 & Grade 12)

You will be able to write the numeracy assessment starting January 2018, and the literacy assessment

starting June 2019. You will learn more about these assessments during the school year as information

becomes available. If you have any questions, talk to your school counsellor.

Information about graduation assessments can be found at:

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/k-12/support/curriculum-and-

assessment/provincial-exams/graduation-assessment

Policies on calculators, disqualification and other graduation assessment related information are in the

Handbook of Procedures for the Graduation Program on the assessment page under the re-marks

dropdown arrow.

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/k-12/support/graduation

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/k-12/support/curriculum-and-assessment/provincial-exams/graduation-assessment

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What You Need to Graduate – 2018 Graduation Program Starting in Grade 10, you have a lot of choice about what you learn – but in order to graduate with a

Dogwood, every student in the Graduation Program has to pass certain basic courses, like English,

Math, and Science.

REQUIRED COURSES

Subject Area Minimum Credits

Career-Life Education

Previously known as Planning 10 4

Career-Life Connections (Capstone Project)

Previously known as Graduation Transit ions 4

2 English Language Arts 10 Courses (2 credits each) 4

an English Language Arts 11 Course 4

English Studies 12 4

a Mathematics 10 4

a Mathematics 11 or 12 4

An Arts Education 10, 11 or 12 and/or an Applied Design, Skills,

and Technologies 10, 11 or 12 4

a Social Studies 10 4

a Social Studies 11 or 12 4

a Science 10 4

a Science 11 or 12 4

Physical & Health Education 10 4

TOTAL 52

ELECTIVE COURSES

Students must earn at least 28 elective credits from Grade 10-

12 courses. 28

OVERALL TOTAL 80 credits**

Of the 80 credits for graduation, at least 16 must be at the Grade 12 level, including a Grade 12

Language Arts Course. Others may be required courses or elective credits.

Graduation Assessments

Numeracy Assessment (Grade 10)

2 Literacy Assessments (Grade 10 & 12)

Career Life Connections – Previously Known as Graduation Transitions Career Life Connections and your Capstone Project require you to reflect on your knowledge and

abilities, and to plan for life after graduation. You will learn about this course in Planning 10, check with

your school to find out how and when you will complete this required course.

Career Life Connections (including your Capstone Project) has replaced Graduation Transitions in the

2019/20 school year, when graduation requirements change. Your school will provide you with

information about the new required course. Until graduation requirements change, students are

expected to engage in and record at least 150 minutes per week of moderate to vigorous physical

activity, which is a required component of Graduation Transitions.

If you are interested in learning more about Career Education courses, visit https://curriculum.gov.

bc.ca/curriculum/career-education/introduction.

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External Credit Towards Graduation An external credential is one that has been developed outside the Ministry and is earned by students

either:

outside the regular classroom setting (e.g., BC Conservatory of Music courses)

inside the regular classroom setting (e.g. IB and AP courses).

Note: External credentials in the 2018 Graduation Program may meet Required Courses or Elective

Requirements as specified. External credentials may also count toward credit for the Adult Graduation

Diploma, provided they are 4-credit courses.

Questions Concerning External Credentials

1. See a Counsellor

2. Questions may be directed to: [email protected]

3. Additional Information from BC Ministry of Education:

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/k-12/support/graduation/getting-

credit-to-graduate/external-credentials?keyword=external&keyword=credit

No marks are given for these courses, only credits.

Examples of Course/Pre-Requisite Requirements for Post-Secondary or Trades Programs

*Basic Grad BIOLOGY CHEMISTRY PHYSICS MATH ELECT./ OTHER

BCIT Electrical

Engineering GRAD - Chem 11 Phys 11 Pre-Calc 12 Entry Test

CNC Automotive

Technician

Apply with 10,

*Gr.12 grad

recommended

- -

Phys 11 'C'

mark

increases

selection

status

Ma10

min. 'C' mark

Trades related course

with 'B' or higher

recommended

CNC Computer

Network Electronics

Technician Certificate

GRAD - - - Found 11 or

Pre-Calc 11

Comp. Sc or InfoTech

11 or 12 recommended

CNC Dental Assistant GRAD Bi 12 with 'C'

min. - - - -

CNC Dental Hygienist GRAD

Bi.11 + Not less

than 'C' in first

yr. Bi.

Chem 11 + Not

less than 'C' in

first yr. Chem

- Pre-Calc.12

University/College first

year before applying.

- Note, may want to

take Psych 12 to help

with first year Psych.

CNC Electrical GRAD - - Phys 11 or 12 Pre-Calc Entry Test

CNC Pract. Nurse GRAD Bi 130

CNC

Chem 11

*Recommended - - -

CNC Professional Cook

Apply with 10,

*Gr.12 grad

recommended

- - - - Trades related course

recommended

CNC Reg. Nurse GRAD Bi 12

Min ’B’ Chem 11 - -

Must also meet UNBC

entrance requirements

CNC/UNBC BACHELOR

OF SCIENCE GRAD

Bi 11 or 12

*Recommend

ed

Chem 11 + 12

*Recommended

Phys 11+ 12

*Recommen

ded

Pre-Calc.12

* Min. one Sc 11 in -

upgrade others first

year if not taken in high

school

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/k-12/support/graduation/getting-credit-to-graduate/external-credentials?keyword=external&keyword=credit

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CTC Electrical GRAD - - Phys 11 or 12

required

Foundation 11

or Pre-Calc 11

Eng 11 or Comm 11

with a 'C'

CTC Millwright

Apply with 10,

*Gr.12 grad

recommended

- -

Phys 11

*Recommen

ded

Found 11 or

Pre-Calc 11 Eng 12 recommended

CTC Welding

Apply with 10,

*Gr.12 grad

recommended

- - - - -00

Secondary Science

Teacher GRAD Bi 11 or 12 Chem 11 + 12 Phys 11+ 12 Pre-Calc 12

Any Bachelor of

Science University

degree

(disclaimer: This table was created to give an idea of the D.P. Todd Sr. Courses you need to select depending on your anticipated

career choice. Please do further research on your chosen post-secondary institute/program to confirm accuracy of information.)

Other Practical Career Considerations:

1. Entrance Requirements represent the minimum. A Higher level course or higher mark in high

school may influence selection if minimal requirements are met by competing students.

2. Some University Graduates are now retraining in the Trades to find a job. Think about a career in

the trades.

Course Descriptions

Applied Design, Skills, and Technologies The Applied Design, Skills, and Technologies (ADST) curriculum is an experiential, hands-on program of

learning through design and creation that includes skills and concepts from traditional and First Peoples

practice from the existing disciplines of Business Education, Home Economics, Information Technology

and Technology Education; and from new and emerging fields. It envisions a K - 12 continuum fostering

the development of the skills and knowledge that will allow students to create practical and innovative

responses to everyday needs and problems.

Business Education

Entrepreneurship and Marketing 10

This course will allow students to develop their entrepreneurial skills and self-awareness through activities,

competitions, and simulations to develop business plans. Students will explore and experiment with

various methods of advertising across various forms of media.

Provides an introduction to:

Finance – currency, banking, and credit.

Marketing – preparing a product for sale.

Economics – economic systems, the stock market, and supply and demand.

Business Communications tools, techniques, and skills.

Entrepreneurship – how to spot opportunities and take calculated risks.

Marketing and Promotion 11

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Marketing and promotion will explore opportunities within the local community role of advertising in

domestic and international contexts. Students will practice marketing processes, including

the AIDA (Attention, Interest, Desire, Action) model, social marketing and ethical marketing, including

the ethics of cultural appropriation, marketing and promotion strategies, including test marketing,

segmentation, targeting, and positioning.

Students will explore:

- ways to improve marketability of products and services

- types of advertising that can influence diverse target market groups offline and online

- risk assessment associated with marketing products and services

- influence of corporate sponsorship, including naming rights

- event planning, coordination, and facilitation skills

- interpersonal and public relations skills to promote products or services and to interact with

potential customers

- career options in marketing and promotions

Home Economics and Culinary Arts

ADST - Food Studies 8

A five week course that introduces Grade 8 students to the basics of:

Kitchen safety and sanitation

Reading and preparing a sample of recipes

Working in groups

Food Studies 10 | Level 1

See table below for description of levels.

Food Studies 11 | Level 1, 2


Food Studies 12 | Level 1, 2, 3


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LEVELS

Food Studies 10, 11 & 12

Level 1 Food Studies

INTRODUCTION to Foods

Open to all Grade 10-12 students.

Kitchen safety and sanitation (including food

borne illness)

Canada’s Food Guide / nutrition and recipes

organized by food groups

Basics of baking

Food security, food in our communities

Level 2 Foods Studies

INTERMEDIATE Foods

Open to students who have COMPLETED Level 1 Foods or

can demonstrate the required skills.

(Typically Grades 11-12)

Students in this course will build on the skills from Level 1

Foods and also learn:

Food sovereignty

Meal and menu planning (preparing breakfast,

lunch, and dinner)

Nutrition and our families

Aboriginal food systems

Level 3 Food Studies

ADVANCED Foods

Open to students who have COMPLETED Level 2 Foods or


(Typically Grade 12)

Students in this course will use the skills learned in Level 1 &

2 Foods to complete independent projects that they have

selected and properly planned. Theory and lessons will be

assigned based on what is needed to allow successful

completion of each project.

The projects they chose will require them to complete

approx. 100 hours of total project working time plus

assessment interviews with the teacher.

Culinary Arts 11

This course will focus on the skills and content knowledge required in commercial food preparation

including ethical, social, and environmental issues. Students will be organized into groups and be

responsible for planning, cooking and selling food to the student body. The class will run 4 days a week

during regular school schedule, plus 3 lunch shifts per week that total 80 minutes.

Culinary Arts 12

This course will focus on the skills and content knowledge required for menu design and execution in

commercial food preparation. It includes exploration of career opportunities both directly and

indirectly related to culinary arts. Students will be organized into groups and be responsible for

planning, cooking and selling food to the student body. The class will run 4 days a week during regular

school schedule, plus 3 lunch shifts per week that total 80 minutes.

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LEVELS

Textiles 10, 11 & 12

Level 1 Textiles

INTRODUCTION to

Textiles


Sewing safety and equipment (including

serger safety and use)

Using and adjusting hard copy and

online patterns

Basics of textile identification and

classification

Independent project choices with

teacher guidance

Level 2 Textiles

INTERMEDIATE Textiles

Open to students who have COMPLETED Textiles

Level 1 or can demonstrate the required skills.


Students in this course will build on the skills from

Level 1 Textiles and also learn:

Serger safety and use

Tailoring and adjusting previously

constructed textile items (includes

repairs)

Up-cycling and current textile trends

Aboriginal textile exploration

Level 3 Textiles

ADVANCED Textiles

Open to students who have COMPLETED Textiles

Level 2 or can demonstrate the required skills.

(Typically Grade 11-12)

Independently build skills previously

acquired in Level 1 and/or 2

Independently chosen projects that

challenge and strengthen current skill set

Theory and lessons will be assigned

based on what is needed to allow

successful completion of each project.

Journal response project that supports

new curriculum

The projects they choose will require them to

complete approx. 100 hours of total project

working time as well as two mid-point assessment

interviews with the teacher.

ADST - Textiles 8

A five week course that introduces Grade 8 students to the basics of:

Sewing safety and equipment

Reading and preparing a small sewing project

Working independently on teacher chosen projects

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Textiles 10 | Level 1

Requirements: Students supply own materials


Textiles 11 | Level 1, 2


See table below for description of levels

Textiles 12 | Level 1, 2, 3


See table below for description of levels

Interpersonal and Family Relationships 11

This course offers service design opportunities to address interpersonal, family, and/or community

challenges. Learning includes social dynamics and cultural influences, interviewing and consultation

etiquette, and characteristics of healthy and safe relationships.

Child Development and Caregiving 12

This course offers service design opportunities for children and families. Learning includes theories of

child development and the role of play, healthy prenatal and feeding practices, theories of caregiving

styles and their impact on human development, and child care options for families, both locally and

internationally.

Information and Communications Technology

To participate and make informed decisions in today’s world, a global citizen requires technological

and information literacy skills that include the ability to gather, process and manipulate data. These skills

are now as essential as traditional numeracy and literacy. The challenge for students is to develop an

understanding of the fundamentals of information literacy and the tools required to prepare for, and

participate in, an evolving information-based society. Students need to have a firm grounding in

information technology for their careers, for lifelong learning, and for recreation. The Information

Technology curriculum provides students with the analytical, interpersonal, and technical skills they

require to be active participants in an exciting and dynamic world.

ADST - Media Studies 8 _____________

A five week course that introduces Grade 8 students to application-specific technology skills that will

enable them to successfully navigate the electronic world they are entering.

Technology Education

Media Design 10 No Pre-requisite for Media Design 10. Open to all Grade 10-12 students.

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Students will learn application-specific technology skills that will enable

them to successfully navigate the electronic world they are entering.

These skills will become highly transferable employable skills:

• Detailed practice with word processing and presentation

applications such as Microsoft Word and PowerPoint. Students will

become comfortable using all of the most commonly needed

tools built into these and similar applications.

• How to create and deliver effective multimedia presentations.

• Photo editing and animation (both stop-motion and computer

generated).

• The basics of 3-D modeling

• An introduction to coding

Digital

Communications

11

Recommended Pre-requisite: Media Design 10

Open to students who have completed Media Design 10 or who can

demonstrate the required skills (Typically Grades 11-12)

Digital Communications 11 is open to students in grades 10-12 and revisits

the same applications as Media Design 10. Students undertake projects

chosen by both the instructor and themselves. Digital Communications 11

explores the underlying structure of the computer systems and coding

languages used to create the applications. Building on previous

experience and demonstrated skills, students will explore:

• Blender – 3D Graphics and Game Design

• Mobile App Development

• Web Design (including design for Mobile Devices)

• Coding in Scratch, HTML, & Introductory Java

Digital Media

Development 12

Recommended Pre-requisite: Digital Communications 11

Open to students who have completed Digital Communications 11 or

who can demonstrate the required skills (Typically Grade 12)

Digital Media Development is a project-based course open to students in

grades 10-12. In this advanced course, students will explore their own

programming and multimedia skills and interests in self-selected projects

under the guidance of the instructor and totaling approx. 100 hours of

total project working time. Students must demonstrate proficiency prior to

enrolling in the course. Possible areas of study include:

• Visual Basic and Java programming

• Web Design (HTML 5 and CSS coding)

• Actionscript 3 (Flash CS6)

• 3D Game Design

• Web and Mobile App development

• Network Configuration and Construction

• Programming in multiple computer languages

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Power Technology 10 – Level 1

Power Technology 10 is an ADST course that focuses on power and energy transfer systems. Learning

includes automotive systems, assembly and disassembly, energy transmission, and alternative energy

sources.

Automotive Technology 11 | Level 2


Automotive Technology 12 | Level 3


LEVELS

Automotive Technology

Level 1 Automotive

Technology

INTRODUCTION to Mechanics


Students in this course will:

- Be introduced to the tools and techniques used

to repair and maintain small engine systems

- Gain confidence in an automotive shop

environment

- Build a base knowledge of mechanical

concepts and skills

Level 2 Automotive

Technology

INTERMEDIATE Mechanics

Open to students who have COMPLETED Level 1

Mechanics or can demonstrate the required skills.



- Build on the skills from Level 1 Mechanics

- Learn how to maintain and service a vehicle

- Expand their base knowledge of mechanical

concepts and skills

Students will work on a serious of practical, hands-on labs

through-out the semester.

Level 3 Automotive

Technology

ADVANCED Mechanics

Open to students who have COMPLETED Level 1

Mechanics or can demonstrate the required skills.



- Build on the skills from Level 1 Mechanics

- Learn how to maintain and service a vehicle

- Expand their base knowledge of mechanical

concepts and skills

Students will work on a serious of practical, hands-on labs

through-out the semester.

Drafting 10 | Level 1


Drafting 11 | Level 1, 2


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Drafting 12 | Level 1, 2, 3


LEVELS

Drafting

Level 1 Drafting

INTRODUCTION


Students in this course will learn:

Standards and procedures used in the drafting &

engineering industries

Basic Hand tool and Computer Assisted drawing

techniques

Several different styles and techniques used for

drawing objects

An introduction to Computer Assisted

Manufacturing

Students will complete an extensive portfolio of their

drawing work as well as a few projects to bring all these

skills together.

Level 2 Drafting

INTERMEDIATE

Open to students who have COMPLETED Level 1 Drafting

or can demonstrate the required skills.



Drafting and also learn:

Basic Dimensioning skills for project plans

More advanced hand and computer drafting

techniques

More advanced methods of drawing complex

objects

Students will add onto their drawing portfolio well as more

project-based work to bring all these skills together.

Level 3 Drafting

ADVANCED

Open to students who have COMPLETED Level 2 Drafting

or can demonstrate the required skills.



2 Drafting to complete independent project-based units of

study that they will select depending on their interests.

Topics may include (but are not limited to):

Architecture, Mapping

Computer Controlled Manufacturing

3D Modelling & Rendering

Design Engineering

Electrical

Theory and lessons will be assigned based on what is

needed to allow successful completion of each project.

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ADST - Woodwork 8

A five-week course that introduces Grade 8 students to basic woodworking tools, and procedures.

Students will complete at least 3 simple and practical projects.

Woodwork 10 | Level 1


Woodwork 11 | Level 1, 2


Woodwork 12 | Level 1, 2, 3


LEVELS

Woodwork

Level 1 Woodwork

INTRODUCTION



Project measurement, layout, and cost

calculations.

Woodshop routines and procedures required for

project completion

Hand & Machine tool use and safety

Basic wood joinery methods

Methods for surface preparation and finishing

Students should complete 4 or more small projects in this

course.

Level 2 Woodwork

INTERMEDIATE

Open to students who have COMPLETED Level 1 Wood or




Wood and also learn:

Basic cabinetry skills

More advanced hand and machine-tool operation

and set-ups

More advanced joinery and finishing techniques

Basic artistic woodworking techniques (carving,

wood bending, scroll saw, lathe…)

Students should complete 3 required projects and at least

one student chosen project in this course.

Required projects will allow for student choice and design

options to “personalize” their work.

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Level 3 Woodwork

ADVANCED

Open to students who have COMPLETED Level 2 Wood or


(Typically Grades 11-12).


2 Wood to complete independent projects that they have

selected and properly planned. Theory and lessons will be

assigned based on what is needed to allow successful

completion of each project.


approx. 100 hours of total project working time.

ADST - Robotics 8

A five-week course that introduces Grade 8 students to the basics of:

- The Engineering Process

- Design & build projects

- Mechanical theory and application

Students will build 2 projects

Robotics 10 | Level 1

A dedicated semester long robotics course that introduces Grade 10-12 students to the basics of:

- robotics programming

- Design & build VEX EDR competitions

- robot behaviors using input/output devices, movement- and sensor-based responses, and

microcontrollers

- - Students will work with VEX EDR robotics kits

Robotics 11| Level 1, 2

Build on the skills from level 1 robotics

Robotics 12 | Level 1, 2, 3

Build from the skills from level 2 robotics

Take on leadership role on robotics team

Arts Education Programs at grades 8 and 9 represent the core of the Art curriculum and consist of introductory work in

ceramics, drawing, painting, graphics, sculpture, and fiber art. In the senior years, Art programs branch

into detailed studies of specific areas of visual expression.

Arts Education 8

A five-week course that introduces Grade 8 students to the basics of:

Visual arts techniques and processes using multiple mediums

Describe, interpret and evaluate works of art

Creating artistic works collaboratively and as an individual

Exploring identity, place, culture, society and belonging through arts activities

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Visual Arts Photography Level 1

Open to grades 9-12.

Photography is an art form that uses light and optics to capture images for artistic expression. This course

covers the basics of how digital cameras work to capture light and create images as well as basic

digital editing tools and techniques used to digitally correct or manipulate images. Students will also be

introduced to the basic visual arts elements and principles of composition and design as they apply to

photography and how choices in composition and design visually communicate ideas, moods and

perspectives.

In this course students will learn:

The basic components of a digital camera and how they work together to capture light and

create images including lenses, mirrors, light sensors, and shutters

Visual artistic elements including line, shape, color, space, texture, light, exposure, and contrast

Principles of composition including balance, rule of thirds, point of view, leading lines, framing,

depth of view, and focal point

The influence of social, cultural, historical, political and personal context on photographic works

as well as the use of photography to communicate and respond to social and environmental

issues

The ethics of digital citizenship, cultural appropriation, and plagiarism

Photography level 2

This course is open to students in grades 10-12 who have successfully completed the level 1

photography course or who can otherwise prove eligibility. The level 2 course builds upon, and expands

the knowledge and skills introduced in level 1, but also introduces more specialized equipment and

techniques.

Photography level 3

This course is open to students who have successfully completed levels 1 and 2, typically grade 11-12

students, or can otherwise prove eligibility. The level 3 course is a more self-directed, project based

course with an introduction to cinematography (film-making). This course also focuses on preparing

students for a post-secondary education and/or employment in the field of photography and/or

photographic arts.

Visual Arts: Art Studio 10 | Level 1, 2, 3 |




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LEVELS

Visual Arts: Art Studio 10,11 & 12

Level 1 Visual Arts

Introduction Visual Arts



Routines and procedures required for project

completion

Traditional and contemporary Aboriginal world

views and cross-cultural perspectives in the arts

Adapt and apply learned skills and processes for

different purposes and audiences

Methods for project drafting and completion.

Level 2 Visual Arts

Intermediate Visual Arts

Open to students who have COMPLETED Visual Arts Level 1

or can demonstrate the required skills

(Typically Grades 11-12).

Students in this course will build on the skills from Level 1 Art

and also learn:

Independent project design processes

More advanced techniques in a wide range of

mediums

Justifying work through artist statements

Critical thinking for concepts and ideas

Advanced problem solving, assessing and

critiquing of projects

Students will be completing multiple theme or technique

directed projects in a range of mediums. Independent

projects allow for student design options to “personalize”

their work.

Level 3 Visual Arts

Advanced Visual Arts

Open to students who have COMPLETED Visual Arts Level 2

or can demonstrate the required skills (Typically Grade 11-

12).

Students in this course will use the skills learned in Visual Arts

Level 1 & 2 to complete independent projects that they

have selected and properly planned. Theory and lessons

will be assigned based on what is needed to allow

successful completion of each project.


approx. 100 hours of total project working time.

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Music Please note: instruments ARE available for use from the school.

Band 8 Beginner

Exploring Instrumental Music – Beginner Concert Band

A five-week course that introduces Grade 8 students to the basics of Playing a Band Instrument in an

ensemble called the Concert Band. This course is primarily for students who have never taken Band

before. The focus is on developing a great team spirit and making music together.

In this course you will learn to:

Play a band instrument in a group setting (most common instruments include:

Flute/Clarinet/Alto/Sax/Trumpet/Trombone)

Develop tone, good posture, accurate fingerings, and air support on that instrument

Read, compose and perform music

Explore the relationship between our instruments and history and culture of music

Work with classmates to present a Band Concert

This is also a great opportunity for experienced band students who want to learn a NEW band

instrument.

Band 8 Advanced

A five-week course that continues the musical development of students who have previous experience

in band, either in elementary school, Band 8 Beginner, or in the community.

In this course you will:

Increase your knowledge of playing your band instrument in a concert band setting (tone,

posture, fingerings, air support)

Read and perform band arrangements


Learn the basics of conducting a band

Learn composition techniques

Explore historical and cultural aspects of music on our instruments beyond the elementary level

Grade 9 Instrumental Music

This course backs with PE to provide a full year of concert band experiences. This course is open only to

students in grade 9 who have previous band experience or are currently studying with a private

teacher. This course offers opportunity for Grade 9 students to Discover Level 1 Band music in the

Concert Band setting.

In this course you will further your development on your band instrument by:

Playing in a group environment called the Concert Band

Performing and participating in concerts, festivals and workshops

Participating in small band trips

Creating musical compositions

Exploring variety of musical genres, history and professionals

Learning to compose music

Conducting a Concert Band

Exploring music in a historical and cultural context

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Instrumental Music: Concert Band | Level 1, 2, 3, 4


LEVELS

Instrumental Music: Concert Band

Level 1

Instrumental Music

Concert Band 10

This course is open to students in grades 10 – 12, who have

never taken Band before, or wish to learn a new

instrument.

In this course you will learn:

The basics of Playing a Band Instrument within a

group setting called the Beginner Concert Band.

Play a band instrument

Develop tone, good posture, accurate fingerings,

and air support on that instrument

Read music – notes and rhythms related to your

instrument


Perform for audiences

Create music compositions of your own and more!

Level 2

Instrumental Music

Concert Band 10

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This course is open to students in 10 – 12 who have

successfully completed Level 1 Discovery Band, or can

demonstrate the required skills.

In this course you will further your development on your

band instrument by:

Playing in a group environment called the

Intermediate Concert Band

Performing and participating in concerts, festivals,

workshops and band trips

Creating musical compositions

Exploring variety of musical genres, history and

professionals

Level 3

Instrumental Music

Concert Band 11

Symphonic Advanced Band

(A)

Senior Band 11

**X-Block

[MIMCB11---]

This X-Block course provides experiences in the concert

band setting for the advanced musician.

It is open to students in grades 10 – 12 who have

completed Level 2 Instrumental Music: Developing

Intermediate Band.

This course offers enhanced Concert Band instruction,

developing your skills as a well-rounded musician.

Concerts, Festivals, Workshops and Composing are all

required in this course. This course is typically known as

Senior Concert Band 11. Students in this course are eligible

for the Senior Band Trip.

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Level 4

Instrumental Music

Concert Band 12

Symphonic Advanced Band

(B)

Senior Band 12

**X-Block

[MIMCB12---]

This X-Block course provides a full year of musical

experiences in the concert band setting for the advanced

musician.

It is open to students in grades 10 – 12 who have

completed Level 3 Instrumental Music: Symphonic

Advanced Band (A).

This course offers enhanced Concert Band instruction,

developing your skills as a well-rounded musician.

Concerts, Festivals, Workshops and Composing are all

required in this course. This course is typically known as

Senior Concert Band 12. Students in this course are eligible

for the Senior Band Trip

Instrumental Music: Jazz Band | Level 1, 2


LEVELS

Instrumental Music: Jazz Band

Level 1

Instrumental Music

Jazz Band

Junior Jazz Band

**X-Block

[MMUJB10---]

This X- Block course offers music students an enriched

performance program introducing the Jazz Band Genre to

its members in the “Big Band” setting.

It is open to students in Grade 8 -10. Students must be co-

registered in the Concert Band program to be accepted

into Jazz Band.

Jazz band offers study in musical styles such as Rock,

Swing, Latin, Funk, and Ballads. Also included are basics to

improvisation. This class may enjoy community music

outreach opportunities.

Level 2

Instrumental Music

Jazz Band

Senior Jazz Band

**X-Block

[MIMJB11---]

[MIMJB12---]

This X-Block course offers music students an enriched

performance program further exploring the Jazz Band

Genre with its members in the “Big Band” setting.

It is open to Students in Grade 11-12. Students must be co-

registered in the Concert Band Level 3 or 4 to be

accepted into Jazz Band.

Jazz Band offers study in musical styles such as Rock, Swing,

Latin, Funk, and Ballads. Also included are basics to

improvisation. This class may enjoy community music

outreach opportunities.

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Drama

Carefully sequenced sets of activities build skills in Drama 8, 9 and 10, followed by advanced,

specialized Theatre Performance and Production courses in the senior years.

Drama 8

A five-week course that introduces Grade 8 students to the following basic dramatic skills:

Physical communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Role-playing

Build self-confidence and group cooperation

Basic dramatic terms and stage directions

Level 1 Drama


Students in this course will develop the following skills:

- Physical communication skills

- Verbal communication skills

- Improvisational skills

- self-confidence and the ability to speak/perform in front of others both as a group and

individually

- Memorization skills

- directing and maintaining focus

- Character development

Students will be expected to perform in three short group performances and at least one individual

performance.

Level 2 Drama: INTERMEDIATE

Open to students who have COMPLETED Level 1 Drama or can demonstrate the required skills.


Students in this course will build on the skills from Level 1 Drama and also learn:

- Character and plot analysis and development

- Choreographing movement

- Basic script writing

- Directing groups

- Basic stage lighting and sound technology/techniques

- Costuming and makeup

- set design

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Students will be expected to perform in at least three group performances, two individual

performances, and one public performance.

Students will also be expected to write a one act play, and direct the actors chosen to perform it.

Level 3 Drama : ADVANCED

Open to students who have COMPLETED Level 2 Drama or can demonstrate the required skills.


Students in this course will use the skills learned in Drama 1 & 2 to plan, produce, direct and perform a

full length play to a public audience. Theory and lessons will be assigned based on what is needed to

allow successful completion of planning and performing a play for a public audience.

Career Education Today’s graduates must be able to adapt to ongoing change in many aspects of their lives. Purposeful

career-life development, where students learn how to set personally meaningful goals, recognize and

cultivate relevant opportunities and supportive relationships, and continually re-evaluate and revise

their plans, is a requirement for educated citizens in an ever-changing world. Educated citizens are

lifelong learners who continually build on their self-awareness about evolving interests and strengths,

and who are able to use this personal knowledge to inform their career-life choices with flexibility as

opportunities and challenges arise. In Grades 10 to 12, students explore and research a multitude of

education, work-related, and life opportunities to develop the knowledge and the personal and social

competencies to manage the next steps in their career-life journeys.

Career-Life Education |REQUIRED COURSE

Career-Life Education supports students in becoming successful, educated citizens by helping them

learn how to effectively manage their life journey toward preferred future possibilities. It focuses on

gaining a clear understanding of career-life development knowledge, skills, and strategies for life's

journey into adulthood, and includes the exploration of career-life possibilities for adult life, such as roles,

opportunities, and community resources, examination of ways to publicly represent ourselves both face-

to-face and in digital environments, the practicing of inclusive and respectful interactions for various

community and work-related contexts, connecting and engaging with supportive community

members, and researching post-graduation options and planning resources, such as labour market

trends, budgeting tools, and workplace safety guidelines.

Career-Life Connections |REQUIRED COURSE

This course is completed by students independently, outside the timetable.

The capstone is a rigorous learning opportunity for students to reflect and share in personally meaningful

ways, and is a requirement for Career-Life Connections and for graduation. The purpose of the

capstone is for students to demonstrate the knowledge, competencies, and passion(s) that they can

offer the world, as they integrate personal interests and strengths with preferred future possibilities. It is a

representation of the student’s learning journey and provides an opportunity to reflect and synthesize as

well as showcase and celebrate.

The capstone includes, but is not limited to, two stages:

The preparation process - students reflect on experiences in school and out of a school, assess

development in the Core Competencies, and share highlights of their learning journey – 12A

The capstone product - students design, assemble, and present a capstone – 12B

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Work Experience 12A & Work Experience 12B

Work Experience 12 is a provincially recognized elective worth 4 credits and is open to students who are

at least 15 years old. Generally, Work Experience is a course that happens outside of the timetable and

does not interfere with the regular timetable of blocks. The goal of WEX 12 is to give students the

opportunity to explore different work places and career possibilities. It is important to note that Work

Experience 12 IS NOT INTENDED TO SERVE AS AN EMPLOYMENT SERVICE - there is no promise that a paid

job will result from this course.

Two Kinds of Work Experience

Work Experience 12 has two variations, each worth 4 credits: Paid and Unpaid Work Experience. Unpaid

Work Experience (WEX 12A) is for those students who are not yet working in a job related to their career

interests. They may not yet have a job or they may already be working in an entry level job that they

don't intend to follow to a career - for instance, working in a fast food restaurant. This course is intended

to help them learn about their interests and explore possible career directions. The work placement(s)

they arrange will be unpaid.

Paid Work Experience (WEX 12B) is a course for students who are already working in an area that they

believe may lead to a career - so long as the student can explain how their current jobs may lead to a

future in that field, students may log the hours worked at the job and count them toward credits

earned. The employer will agree that the work was completed and that is career oriented. Students

may take both 12A & 12B once each, earning a maximum of 8 credits for Work Experience.

Students in Pre-Employment, Special Learning, Learning Support Center and Centre for Learning

Alternatives Community Alternate Education programs have the opportunity to be placed on two-week

unpaid work experiences up to twice per year, through coursework in their support classes.

English Language Arts The English/Language Arts curriculum allows students to experience the full range of language in

its various forms and contexts, while building capacity to:

Effectively comprehend and respond to language;

Communicate with precision, clarity and artistry to achieve specific goals;

Interact effectively with others to enhance successful learning for productive, satisfying lives.

English Language Arts 8

This course integrates language skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking. Students will be

introduced to a variety of story and text features including literary elements and devices as well as

language structures and conventions.

English Language Arts 9

Skill development progresses from English 8 as students practice multi-paragraph compositions and

writing for specific audiences while continuing to study a variety of story and text features, and literary

elements and structures.

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Creative Writing 10 (2 Credits) |REQUIRED COURSE

Creative Writing 10 is designed for students who have an interest in creative expression through

language. The course provides students opportunities to build their writing skills through the exploration

of identity, memory, and story in a range of genres. Within a supportive community of writers, students

will collaborate and develop their skills through writing and design processes. This course is intentionally

grounded in the sampling of writing processes, inviting students to express themselves creatively as they

experiment with, reflect on, and practice their writing.

The following are possible areas of focus within Creative Writing 10:

contemporary creative forms such as slam poetry, oratory, rap, drama, song, graphic novels

creative non-fiction, historical fiction

poetry, song lyrics

multimodal creative forms that combine visual, written, and oral texts

New Media 10 (2 Credits) |REQUIRED COURSE

New Media 10 is a program of studies designed to reflect the changing role of technology in today’s

society and the increasing importance of digital media in communicating and exchanging ideas. This

course is intended to allow students and educators the flexibility to develop a program of study

centered on students’ interests, needs, and abilities, while at the same time allowing for a range of local

delivery methods. New Media 10 recognizes that digital literacy is an essential characteristic of the

educated citizen. Coursework is aimed at providing students with a set of skills vital for success in an

increasingly complex digital world by affording opportunities to demonstrate understanding and

communicate ideas through a variety of digital and print media. New Media 10 explores tasks and texts

designed to introduce students to the study of new media.

The following are possible focus areas in New Media 10:

Media and film studies—suggested content/topics include the globalization of the media

industry, influence of media on users’ perceptions, documentaries in the age of digital media,

the rise of social media

Journalism and publishing—suggested content/topics include the changing roles and structures

within news organizations; risks, challenges, and opportunities associated with professional

journalism; and citizen journalism, local journalism, school-based journalism

Digital communication—suggested content/topics include blogging, writing for the web, writing

for social media, gaming, and podcasting

Literary Studies 11 | REQUIRED COURSE

Literary Studies 11 allows students to delve deeply into literature. Students can explore specific themes,

periods, authors, or areas of the world through literary works (fiction and non-fiction) in a variety of

media. The following are possible areas of focus: canonical literature, genre-specific studies, world lit,

Canadian Lit., First Peoples Texts, etc.

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English Studies 12 | REQUIRED COURSE

The required English Studies 12 course builds on and extends students’ previous learning experiences in

ELA and EFP 10 and 11 courses. It is designed for all students and provides them with opportunities to:

refine their ability to communicate effectively in a variety of contexts and to achieve their

personal and career goals

think critically and creatively about the uses of language

explore texts from a variety of sources, in multiple modes, and that reflect diverse worldviews

deepen their understanding of themselves and others in a changing world

gain insight into the diverse factors that shape identity

appreciate the importance of self-representation through text

contribute to Reconciliation by building greater understanding of the knowledge and

perspectives of First Peoples

expand their understanding of what it means to be educated Canadian and global citizens

English First Peoples 12 | Alternate to English Studies 12

EFP 12 builds upon and extends students’ previous learning experiences in ELA and EFP 10 and

11 courses. The course is grounded in the First Peoples Principles of Learning. It is designed for all

students, Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal, who are interested in delving deeply into First Peoples

oral and written literature and visual texts in a range of media. The course focuses on the

experiences, values, beliefs, and lived realities of First Peoples as evidenced in various forms of

text, including oral story, poetry, song, performance, film, and prose. A key feature of the course

is its focus on authentic First Peoples voices (i.e., historical or contemporary texts created by or

with First Peoples).

Languages According to Ministry of Education policy, a second language course is a compulsory part of every

student’s program from Grade 5 through Grade 8. Core French is the compulsory language offered in

Grade 8 in School District No. 57.

Ministry policy specifically states that School Districts may no longer routinely exempt ESL or other Special

Education students from compulsory second language courses.

From Grades 9 through 12, a second language course will continue to be optional.

Students considering dropping their second language courses before Grade 11 or 12 should ensure that

such a language course is not required for admission to their post-secondary faculty or institution of

choice.

Language programs emphasize listening and speaking skills especially in the junior grades. As the

students become more proficient, increasing time is devoted to practice of reading and writing so that

by the end of Grade 12 a successful student has acquired sufficient fluency upon which to build future

studies.

French 8

Integrates language skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking by using a variety of

literature and media.

Increases vocabulary and knowledge of the Francophone world.

Students will be able to share information about activities and interests.

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French 9

Integrates language skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking by using a variety of

literature and media.

Increases vocabulary and knowledge of the Francophone world.

Students will be able share opinions and preferences, giving reasons.

French 10

Increasingly sophisticated activities and materials are used for skill development.

A wider variety of literature and media are used.

Students will be able to describe, narrate, or analyze events, situations, or experiences.

Students will learn to communicate needs, desires, and emotions; exchange opinions, ideas,

thoughts, and points of view (giving reasons and reacting).

Cultural content will include the role of French in the Canadian context, France and its

contributions to the world, and the role of French as a language of global communication.

French 11








French 12








Introductory Spanish 11

Prerequisite: None (open to Grades 9-12)

This is an introductory language course for students wanting to gain a basic knowledge of Spanish. No

previous language courses are required. In this course students will:

Practice all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing

Build basic vocabulary, pronunciation, and communication skills.

Gain an appreciation of Hispanic culture and Spanish as a global language

Spanish 11 _

Prerequisite: Intro Spanish 11 (open to Grades 10-12)

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This is a continuation of concepts learned in Introductory Spanish 11. In this course students will:

Practice all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing

Develop increasingly advanced vocabulary, sentence structures, pronunciation, and

communication skills

Further an appreciation of Hispanic culture and Spanish as a global language

Japanese 11/12

Introductory Japanese 11/12 focuses on learning basic reading and writing using Hiragana and

Katakana, as well as listening and speaking through activities and conversation. This course also

features a strong cultural component which focuses on history, pop culture, and the arts.

Mathematics All Mathematics courses are sequential. Successful completion of the previous course is required to be

successful in the following course. There are a few options for students. Please refer to the table for

clarification. Students are advised to speak with their math teacher as well as their counsellor prior to

choosing a course.

Grade Course Prerequisite for Success

8 Mathematics 8 Mathematics 7

9

Mathematics 9 Mathematics 8 or

Mathematics 9 Core

Mathematics 9 Core Mathematics 8 – teacher

recommendation

10 Workplace Mathematics 10

Mathematics 9 or

Mathematics 9 Core

Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-calculus 10 Mathematics 9

11

Workplace Mathematics 11

Foundations of Mathematics

and Pre-calculus 10 or


Foundations of Mathematics 11

Workplace Mathematics 10 or

Foundations of Mathematics

and Pre-calculus 10

Pre-calculus 11 Foundations of Mathematics

and Pre-calculus 10

12

Apprenticeship Mathematics 12 Workplace Mathematics 11 or

Pre-calculus 11

Foundations of Mathematics 12 Foundations of Mathematics

11

Pre-calculus 12 Pre-calculus 11

Calculus 12 Calculus 12

Choices after graduation may also help students choose a desired or required mathematics course. In

general, students intending to go straight into the workforce after high-school may choose to take

Workplace Mathematics 10 and 11. Students who intend to pursue a trade other than electrical should

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take Workplace Mathematics 10 followed by Apprenticeship Mathematics 12. In this case only, a grade

11 course is NOT required before taking Apprenticeship Mathematics 12. Students who intend to go

directly into college or university taking general studies or humanities (and nursing at some post-

secondary institutions) often choose Foundations of Mathematics 11 and perhaps Foundations of

Mathematics 12. For students who intend to go directly to college or university entering business,

science or electrical, Pre-Calculus 12 is required, Calculus 12 is advised. Again, students should seek

clarification from their school counsellor prior to course selection as changes afterwards are not always

possible.

Mathematics 8

This course covers topics including squares, cubes and roots, proportional reasoning, fractions, linear

relations, expressions and two-step equations, surface area, volume, the Pythagorean theorem, central

tendency, probability and financial literacy.

Mathematics 9

This course covers topics including operations with rational numbers, exponents, polynomials, two

variable linear relations, multi-step equations, proportional reasoning, statistics and financial literacy.

Mathematics 9 Core

This course covers topics including fractions, percent, measurement including surface area and volume,

Pythagoras, primary trigonometric ratios and financial literacy.


This course covers topics including graphs, primary trigonometric ratios, conversions and measurement,

surface area, volume, central tendency, probability and financial literacy.

Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-Calculus 10

This course covers topics including powers, prime factorization, functions and relations, linear functions,

arithmetic sequence, systems of equations, algebraic multiplication, factoring, primary trigonometric

ratios and financial literacy.


This course covers topics including rate of change, statistical vocabulary, interpreting data, interpreting

graphs, 3D objects and financial literacy. It is recommended for students going directly into the

workforce after graduation.


This course covers topics including mathematical reasoning, angle relationships, graphical analysis,

linear inequalities, quadratic functions, systems of equations, optimization, applications, statistics, scale

models and financial literacy. It is recommended for students going directly into humanities or general

studies in university.

Pre-Calculus 11

This course covers topics including real numbers, powers, radicals, factoring, rational expressions and

equations, quadratic functions and equations, inequalities, trigonometry and financial literacy. It is

recommended for students going directly into science or business at university or an electrical trade.

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Apprenticeship Mathematics 12

This course covers topics including measuring, triangles, 3D objects, mathematics in the workplace and

financial literacy. It is recommended for students entering most trades via the CTC program or after

graduation.


This course covers topics including constructions, conics, fractals, graphical representations, regression

analysis, combinatorics, odds, probability and financial planning. It is required for some university

programs.

Pre-Calculus 12

This course covers topics including transformations, exponentials, geometric sequence and series,

logarithms, polynomials, rational functions and trigonometry. It is required for university programs that

include calculus as well as electrical trade programs.

Calculus 12

This course covers topics including functions, limits, differentiation, rates of change, integration,

approximations and applications. It is recommended for students who are going into sciences or

business at University.

Physical & Health Education

Physical and Health Education 8

Participation in wide ranges of activities to both develop personal well-being and to provide a

basis for lifelong healthy living.

Activities may be selected from among Games, Dance, Gymnastics and alternate

environmental activities.

Physical and Health Education 9





Physical and Health Education 10 | REQUIRED COURSE

Recommended Prerequisites: PHE-08---, PHE-09---

Charges for Field Trips

• Participation in wide ranges of activities to both develop personal well-being and to provide a




Active Living 11

Recommended Prerequisite of PHE 10

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Focus on areas of personal interest and participation in activities promoting social interaction,

community responsibility and skill development.

Active Living 12

Recommended Prerequisite of PHE 10



Focus on areas of personal interest and participation in activities promoting social interaction,

community responsibility and skill development.

Outdoor Education 08

The Grade 8 Outdoor Education course is designed to give the students a basic understanding of the

themes of Outdoor Education


The Grade 10 Outdoor Education Program at DP Todd builds up to a Capstone trip every year. The

course is designed to give the students a basic understanding of: trip planning, shelter building, food

preparation, environmental stewardship, and basic wilderness survival.



course is designed to allow the students to develop an advanced understanding of: trip planning,

shelter building, food preparation, environmental stewardship, and basic wilderness survival.



course is designed to give the students an advanced understanding of: trip planning, shelter building,

food preparation, environmental stewardship, and basic wilderness survival. This course also focusses on

trip planning and leadership.

Fly Fishing 12

This course is designed to be immersive, experiential and hands on. The intention of this course is to

balance the delivery of academic content with wellness based therapeutic experience. A major

emphasis of this course is to maximize time spent outdoors. Students will travel to local streams, rivers

and lakes throughout the semester and will participate in a variety of outdoor activities. Students will

have the opportunity to learn about aquatic ecology, fishing techniques, fly tying and habitat

preservation while also exploring wellness based themes such as emotional awareness, self-regulation,

grounding techniques, stress management and brain based psychoeducation.

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Yoga 10, 11 & 12

Yoga and Personal Development is an elective that is an alternate to the usual skill based physical

education courses that focus on team sports. This course will allow students to work on developing

physically on a personal basis without competition. The course offers a personalized learning

experience giving students the option to work at pace and intensity set by themselves, rather than that

of the group. Yoga assists with developing personal awareness and skills such as self-regulation, stress

relieving practices and knowledge of healthy choices to become well rounded adults.

This course is considered an elective & DOES NOT satisfy the Ministry of Education Graduation

Requirement for Physical Education 10.

Volleyball & Wellness 11

Year-Long X-block (07:25AM - 08:4AM)

Classes run Tuesday/Wednesday/Friday. This course will focus on the fundamentals of volleyball.

Students will develop their technical skills, learn the rules of the game and be exposed to training

principles for volleyball

Volleyball & Wellness 12

Year-Long X-block (07:25AM - 08:4AM)

Classes run Tuesday/Wednesday/Friday. This course will focus on advancing a student’s volleyball skills

and tactics of play. Students will be exposed to higher level skill development as well as a greater in

depth understanding of the tactics to be successful while continuing to work on their fitness levels.

Athletic Coaching 12

This course does NOT satisfy the Ministry of Education Graduation Requirement for Physical & Health

Education 10.

Coaching 12 is a theory and practical course in coaching, refereeing, organization, first aid and

physiology. Students with an interest in coaching, recreation, sports administration or education will gain

valuable knowledge, skills, and attitudes to assist them in furthering their education in this area, finding

employment in recreation related fields, and providing quality volunteer services to the community.

Science The redesigned Science curriculum has the same format as all other areas of learning. Four curriculum

elements – the Big Ideas, Curricular Competencies, Content and Elaborations – link the knowing, doing,

and understanding of science learning. By connecting science knowledge with a hands on approach

to doing science, the curriculum elements support learning in biology, chemistry, physics, and

Earth/space science, leading to a deep understanding of science concepts.

The Big Ideas in the Science curriculum tell the story of science through the concepts featured. For

each area of science – biology, chemistry, physics, Earth/space science—important concepts are

introduced in Kindergarten and expanded in subsequent grades, resulting in a deep understanding of

the story of science.

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Science 8

Life processes are performed at the cellular level.

The behaviour of matter can be explained by the kinetic molecular theory and atomic theory.

Energy can be transferred as both a particle and a wave.

The theory of plate tectonics is the unifying theory that explains Earth’s geological processes.

Science 9

Cells are derived from cells.

The electron arrangement of atoms impacts their chemical nature.

Electric current is the flow of electric charge.

The biosphere, geosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere are interconnected as matter cycles

and energy flows through them.

Science 10

Genes are the foundation for the diversity of living things.

Chemical processes require energy change as atoms are rearranged.

Energy is conserved and its transformation can affect living things and the environment.

The formation of the universe can be explained by the big bang theory.

Life Sciences 11 previously (Biology 11)

Recommended Prerequisite: MSC--10---

The Life Science 11 course focuses on three Big Ideas:

- Life is a result of interactions at the molecular and cellular levels.

- Evolution occurs at the population level.

- Organisms are grouped based on common characteristics.

The Life Sciences 11 course provides students is designed to explore the basic understanding of how

living organisms are organized, the various levels and hierarchies of organization, and how the

organization methods have evolved over time through the introduction of new knowledge and

understanding. The course will expand on the various methods/theories/levels of evolution, as well as

the placement of organisms into the various taxonomic groups, and will include a brief look at several of

the various types of unicellular and multicellular organisms that are found in the six main kingdoms.

Chemistry 11

Recommended Prerequisite: MSC--10---

Recommended: A Mathematics 10 or 11 and MCH-11--- taken concurrently

Designed for the university-bound student, CH 11 expands on the study of physical and

chemical properties of matter

Introduction to Chemistry: chemical reactions and bonding

Atomic structure

Organic and solution chemistry

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Physics 11

Recommended Prerequisite: Science 10 [MSC--10---]

Recommended: B minimum achieved in Foundations of Mathematics & Pre-Calculus 10 [MFMP10---]

Recommended: MFOM-11--- or MPREC11---, and MPH-11--- taken concurrently

Introductory course that focuses on the principles and theories of physics encourages investigation of

physical relationships and illustrates the relationships between theories and applications.

Provides a solid base for further study in kinetics, dynamics, work/energy, and momentum.

Strong background in Mathematics and problem solving skills are essential.

Environmental Science 11

This course is meant to introduce students to the processes that affect our Environment and how we

may help to sustain it well into the future. This course will look at resources on the planet, the

relationships between living organisms, and how these may coexist. The Oceans, Lakes, Rivers,

Atmosphere, and surface of the planet will be studied

Science for Citizens 11

Recommended Prerequisites: Science 10[MSC—10---]

The Science for Citizens 11 course focuses on three Big Ideas:

- Scientific processes and knowledge inform our decisions and impact our daily lives.

- Scientific knowledge can be used to develop procedures, techniques, and technologies

that have implications for places of employment.

- Scientific understanding enables humans to respond and adapt to changes locally and

globally.

Science for Citizens 11 will explore a number to topics involving the use of science and technology in

both home and workplace environments. The course will explore: evidence-based decision making

through science, personal and public health practices, the impact of technologies, personal and

workplace safety and awareness, various certifications needed for the workplace and elsewhere,

impacts of technology and the practical applications of science in the workplace, applications of

materials science, beneficial scientific innovations , the effects of natural hazards and responses,

human impact on Earth’s systems in terms of natural resources and climate change, and various

actions and decisions affecting the local and

global environment

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Anatomy and Physiology 12

Recommended Prerequisites: Science 10[MSC—10---], Life Sciences 11{MLFSC11---], & Chemistry

11[MCH –11---]

The Anatomy and Physiology 12 course focuses on three Big Ideas:

- Homeostasis is maintained through physiological processes.

- Gene expression, through protein synthesis, is an interaction between genes and the

environment.

- Organ systems have complex interrelationships to maintain homeostasis.

Anatomy and Physiology 12 provides students a chance to explore the structures and processes that

compose of and maintain the human body beginning with the chemicals that are used to create

human cells and ending with the exploration of the organ systems. The course will also explore diseases

and imbalances of the human body and various methods to counter these, in order to maintain health.

Chemistry 12

Recommended Prerequisite: MCH--11---

Recommended: Strong background in Mathematics and Problem Solving

Chemistry in the world around you and how it affects your everyday life.

Lab assignments are integral to the topics studied:

o Reaction Kinetics

o Solubility Equilibria

o Dynamic Equilibrium

o Acids, Bases, and Salts

o Oxidation-Reduction

Physics 12

Recommended Prerequisite: Physics 11 [MPH--11---], and Mathematics 11

Study of classic mechanics and electromagnetism designed to help students develop analytical

and problem-solving skills.

Provides opportunities for students to understand and apply the principles and concepts of physics

to practical situations.

Proper laboratory skills and safety measures will be stressed.

Topics include:

o Work, Energy and Power

o Vector Kinematics and Dynamics

o Momentum and Equilibrium

o Circular Motion

o Gravitation

o Electrostatics

o Electric Circuits

o Electromagnetism

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Forensics Sciences 11A

This course does NOT satisfy the Ministry of Education Graduation Requirement for Science 10 or Science

11. Instead it counts as a Grade 11 ELECTIVE credit. This course focuses on some of the techniques and

practices used by Forensic Scientists during a Crime Scene Investigation (CSI). Students will follow

evidence trails, and examine how various elements of the crime scene are analyzed and processed.

(E.g. fingerprints, blood spatter, firearms, bite marks, skeletons, body decomposition, tool marks,

hair/fibre analysis, etc.). Includes guest speakers, labs, activities, and research projects. Previous science

classes an asset, but not required.

Psychology 11____________________________________________________________________

The purpose Psychology 11is to introduce students to the scientific study of behaviour and mental

processes of humans and other animals. Some topics we may cover include methods of research and

positive psychology involving the principles of happiness, gratitude and resilience, human development

and theories, the human brain and behaviour, learning, memory, forensic psychology, and altered

states of consciousness, such as dreaming and sleep.

Social Studies

Social Studies 8 ___

• May focus on society, culture, religions, conflict, ideas, and change from the 7th to 18th Century

• Many investigations may happen. For example how environment and humans shape each

other. It may look at how some cultures are hard for many people (Medieval Ages) and how

they can get better (Renaissance). It may also examine how exploration and colonization had

different consequences for many groups

• Develops skills at interpreting bias, critical thinking, and different ways to communicate

knowledge.

Social Studies 9

Recommended Prerequisite: MSS--08---

• Focus on changes in societies from the 18th to early 20th Century.

• May examine growth of industry, revolutions, the changing map of North America, and the early

development of Canada up to the end of World War One

• Develops skills at identifying bias, critical thinking, and different ways to communicate

knowledge

Social Studies 10


• Focus on Canada history from 1919 to the present including historical, geographic, government

and the changes of society

• Explores how Canada has evolved as a nation and as a player in the international community

• May investigate diverse issues such as poverty, global conflict, political movements, the growth

of Canadian identity, resource development, and Indigenous reconciliation.

• Develop skills at interpreting bias, critical thinking, and different forms of communication.

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Explorations in Social Studies 11


Social Studies 11 is an Explorations course that may focus on different aspects of history, geography,

politics, legal, and culture concerns. These may be local or global. Each educator will offer unique

specialization to best meet the students’ needs.

Based on staffing any of the following courses are anticipated to be offered: Genocide Studies, Civil

Law (not Law 12), Social Justice, Geography, Local History and land based studies. These are the

choices:

20th Century World History 12


• Using the traditional methods of history to analyze and evaluate historical evidence to

determine its reliability and significance.

• Apply those methods to a study of the world after 1919, with its varying periods of conflict and

collaboration.

• Course mainly looks at the rise of Hitler, World War II, the Cold War and the rise of China. All this

and a cool Soviet Survivor Game.

Law Studies 12

Recommended Prerequisite: MEPSS11---

• A survey course covering criminal law, civil law, family law, labour law, human rights and

torts.

• A case study method is used to provide a high level of student interest and involvement.

• The course mainly looks at our criminal law system which includes a field trip to the Courthouse.

• This course culminates in a mock trial as a substitute for a written final exam.

Comparative Cultures 12

Prerequisite: MEPSS11---

• Studies ancient cultures from the Mediterranean (Egypt, Greece, and Rome), Asia (India, China,

and Japan) and the Americas (Inca, Mayans, and Aztecs) and compares them to modern

experiences.

• Study includes political, social, economic, religious / philosophical / mythological, artistic,

military, and behavioral systems.

• Student led research / presentations will allow students to additional cultures / topics.

• Interactive activities will be numerous and may include visiting a Sikh temple or Muslim Mosque,

meditation, a Japanese tea ceremony, and a banquet of various ancient foods.

• Please see Ms Cawsey if you'd like more specific details!

Human Geography 12

The purpose of this course is to introduce the systematic study of patterns and processes that have

shaped understanding, use, and alteration of Earth’s surface through human movement and

interaction with the environment. Students employ concepts and analysis to examine social

organization and its consequences, examine population growth and decline patterns, and assess

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migration, immigration and emigration of people. They also learn about methods and tools

geographers use in their science and practice. Our study of geography will apply a holistic perspective

in examining patterns, places and landscapes, while we find our place in the world around us.

BC First Peoples 12

Students are expected to know the following:

The purpose of this course is to explore traditional territories of the B.C. First Nations and relationships with

the land, the role of oral tradition for B.C. First Peoples, the impact of historical exchanges of ideas,

practices, and materials among local B.C. First Peoples and with non-indigenous peoples. Students will

also explore provincial and federal government policies and practices that have affected, and

continue to affect, the responses of B.C. First Peoples to colonialism, resistance of B.C. First Peoples to

colonialism, the role and significance of media in challenging and supporting the continuity of culture,

language, and self-determination of B.C. First Peoples, the commonalities and differences between

governance systems of traditional and contemporary B.C. First Peoples, and contemporary challenges

facing B.C. First Peoples, including legacies of colonialism.

Leadership and Peer Tutoring Leadership 11|__________________________________________________________________

Leadership 11 is a dynamic, hands-on course for those students who want to make a difference in the

social lives of their peers! All Leadership courses are year-long and offered OUTSIDE of the regular

schedule (either at lunch time or after school, usually two classes per week –TBA). This class will require

students to commit to doing some activities after regular school hour and/or weekends. Leadership

students coordinate many of the extracurricular social activities at D.P. Todd like the school dances and

spirit weeks. The structure of the Leadership Program at D.P. Todd will consist of group activities,

planning for school/community events, individual projects, and the learning and practicing of

leadership qualities/skills both as a group and individuals. Leadership 11 students will be required to have a certain number of volunteer hours for activities

coordinated at school such as dances and spirit days. Students are also responsible for creating the

school yearbook, for coordinating the school announcements, and for advertising events through a

variety of methods.

Leadership 12 | _____________________________________________________________________

The structure of the year-long Leadership 12 course is very similar to Leadership 11, however, there will

be advanced expectations for those in Leadership12.

All Leadership courses are year-long and offered OUTSIDE of the regular schedule (either at lunch time

or after school, usually two classes per week –TBA). This class will require students to commit to doing

some activities after regular school hour and/or weekends. Leadership students coordinate many of the

extracurricular social activities at D.P. Todd like the school dances and spirit weeks. The structure of the

Leadership Program at D.P. Todd will consist of group activities, planning for school/community

events, individual projects, and the learning and practicing of leadership qualities/skills both as a

group and individuals. Leadership 12 students will be required to have a certain number of volunteer hours for activities

coordinated at school such as dances and spirit days. Students are also responsible for creating the

school yearbook, for coordinating the school announcements, and for advertising events through a

variety of methods.

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Peer Tutoring 11

Students in Grade 11 will be given priority for this course.

The primary focus for this course is for senior students to have an opportunity to give back to our school

environment by working with students in a junior class to build positive connections and to assist students

in understanding the material covered in the junior student’s course. It is also possible to be placed in

an available elementary classroom. Peer tutors may work with an individual student or a small group of

students.

The course content covers learning styles, health and safety, confidentiality and leadership within a

classroom setting. The course content is covered through lunch hours or after school during the first two

weeks of a semester. After the opening discussions and assignments are complete, students will then be

deployed to junior classrooms.

Students can expect to keep track of their learning and classroom involvement through completion of

learning logs and self-reflection tools.

Peer Helping 12

Students in Grade 12 will be given priority for this course.

The primary focus for this course is for senior students to have an opportunity to give back to our school

environment by working with students in a junior class to build positive connections and to assist students

in understanding the material covered in the junior student’s course. It is also possible to be placed in

an available elementary classroom. Peer helpers may work with an individual student or a small group

of students.

The course content covers learning styles, health and safety, confidentiality and leadership within a

classroom setting. The course content is covered through lunch hours or after school during the first two

weeks of a semester. After the opening discussions and assignments are complete, students will then be

deployed to junior classrooms.

Students can expect to keep track of their learning and classroom involvement through completion of

learning logs and self-reflection tools.

Other Program Opportunities

Canadian Sports School - Northern BC

This program is a partnership between Pacific Sport Northern BC and School District No. 57. The program

is designed for high performing student athletes who require an elite athlete environment to assist in

balancing their academic and athletic pursuits. Students take their academic courses in the morning at

their home school then attend the Sport School at the UNBC Sport Centre in the afternoon. This

program, for grade 10-12 students, typically enrolls students who are competing at the provincial and/or

national level in their sport. Students must apply to enroll in this program. Contact counseling staff (250-

562-6441) to discuss how to apply to the program.

Skills, Trades & Careers Development Opportunities in SD57 We strive to provide a variety of experiences and opportunities in a wide range of working envirnoments

for students to explore future career options, expand on current skills and prepare to transition into their

futures afeter high school.

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Courses

Career Technical Centre (CTC)

The Career Technical Centre is a partnership between the College of New Caledonia and School

District No. 57. This partnership allows high school students to have a unique opportunity during Grades

11 and 12. Students in select school districts can take two semesters at CNC and two at high school,

graduating with both their Grade 12 and their first year of technical training. Imagine graduating high

school with one year of college already completed!

Contact a school counsellor for information or visit:

http://www.cnc.bc.ca/cnc_programs/program_websites/career_technical_centre.htm

Youth Work in Trades 11A

This course is for students currently working in a trade with an ITA certified sponsor. Hours worked can be

used for up to 16 credits.

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Career Awareness Programs

With Canfor:

Women in Industry: Female Students in Grades 10 – 12 explore careers in industry at Northwood Pulp Ltd.

And Prince George Sawmill.

With City of Prince George:

Prince George Fire Rescue: Students interested in a career in structural firefighting are assigned to a fire

crew and follow their daily regime of training and attending calls.

With College of New Caledonia:

Humanities and Arts: Explore English Literature, English Creative Writing, Sociology, Film Studies,

Anthropology, Criminology, and Psychology in interactive lectures.

Careers in Health Sciences: Explore the Medical Radiography Technology Diploma Program, the Health

Care Assistant Certificate Program the Dental Assisting Certificate Program, the Medical Laboratory

Technology Science Program, the Practical Nursing Diploma, and the Collaborative Baccalaureate

Program in Nursing.

Science Day: Explore Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Applied Research, and Natural Resource

Management in hands-on activities and interactive lectures.

Web and Graphic Design and Computer Science: Explore Web and Graphic Design and Computer

Science courses offered at the College of New Caledonia.

http://www.cnc.bc.ca/cnc_programs/program_websites/career_technical_centre.htm

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Fine Arts: Explore Web and Graphic Design and Fine Arts programs offered at the College of New

Caledonia.

With Council of Forest Industries

Discover Careers in Natural Resource Management: A two-day program for Grade 10 – 12 students

interested in forestry, natural resource management, wildfire management, fisheries, and wildfire

management.

Discover Trades and Technology in the Forest Industry: For Grade 10 – 12 students exploring careers in

trades at Northwood Pulp Ltd. And Prince George Sawmill.

With Northern Health

Kindergarten Health Circuits: Grade 11 and 12 students are offered short term work experiences assisting

the healthcare professionals with the various immunizations and tests in areas such as dental hygiene,

audiology, ophthalmology and general health.

With Northern Regional Construction Association

Heavy Metal Rocks: Grade 11 and 12 students get exciting hands-on experiences in operating heavy

equipment and other trades found in the construction industry.

With RCMP

RCMP Youth Academy: This program is offered to students interested in a career in policing or law

enforcement. Students are provided with a “boot camp” style experience during a week of their Spring

Break.

With Rotary

Adventures in Health Care: Grades 10 and 11 students can explore career paths in health care over five

days. AiMHi. Northern Health, CNC and UNBC showcase innovative modules in a variety of careers.

With Wildland Fire Service

Junior Fire Crew: Grades 10 and 11 students can explore career paths in health care over five days.

AiMHi. Northern Health, CNC and UNBC showcase innovative modules in a variety of careers.

Within School District No, 57

CHOP57: A mystery ingredient culinary competition for Grade 11 and 12 students.

For more information on these programs, please see your school counsellor, Work Experience Teacher

or the Skills, Trades & Careers website: https://www.sd57.bc.ca/school/cla/career/

Special Programs Students CANNOT self-select these programs

Transitions Program This program is designed for Grade 8, 9 and10 who need to upgrade their core skill development in

Numeracy and Literacy.

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Students will learn through both traditional and non-traditional means to meet their diverse learning

needs, including:

Hands on learning activities

Authentic learning experiences facilitated through outdoor education, inquiry-based learning,

and project-based learning.

Students will have the opportunity to focus on their physical, social-emotional and spiritual well-being

with the First People’s Principles of Learning used as a framework for this holistic approach.

Students in Grade 8 who successfully complete the requirements of their education Plan in Transitions

will have three possible paths available to them the following year (based on the teacher’s

recommendation):

1. Transitions 9

2. Recommended for selected Grade 8 courses blended with Grade 9 or Grade 9 Core Courses

3. Recommended for Grade 9 Core Courses

Transitions 9 may lead into Pre-Employment Program or the Alternate Education Program (Program

descriptions below) based on the Transitions teacher’s recommendation.

Alternate Education Program Alternate Education provides students who have not succeeded in regular classes an opportunity to

upgrade academic courses at the Grade 10 – 12 level. These courses prepare students for provincial

exams and count towards graduation.

Some students may need to complete Grade 9 courses before moving to Grade 10 work.

Students must be capable and motivated to handle the course material. Entry into Alternate Education

is through a screening process. Students and parents who are interested may contact the Alternate

Education teacher or a counsellor for more information.

Pre-Employment Program This program is designed for Grade 10-12 students who need to focus on basic English and Math

coursework, in addition to obtaining life and job skills. Work experience is an integral part of this

program. Students who successfully complete the requirements of their I.E.P. or Student Plan will

participate in the Valedictory Ceremony at the end of their Grade 12 year. Students DO NOT receive a

Regular Dogwood at Graduation, but MAY receive an Adult Dogwood or Evergreen Certificate

depending on their age at graduation, IEP Category and courses completed. Parents may contact

the PEP teacher or a counsellor for more information.

Learning Assistance Program Learning Assistance is offered to students in grades 8 – 12 who need extra support with academic

classes.

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Grad Planning Worksheet - 2018 Graduation Program

D.P. Todd Secondary Course Selection Worksheet Grade 10, 11 & 12

Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Required Courses

New Media 10 (2) An English Language Arts 11

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English Studies 12 (4)

Creative Writing 10 (2) Career-Life Connections 12 (4)

Socials Studies 10 (4) A Social Studies 11 or 12

__________________________ (4)

Science 10 (4)

Career-Life Education 10 (4) A Mathematics 11 or 12

__________________________ (4)

Physical & Health Education 10 (4)

A Mathematics 10

___________________________ (4)

A Science 11 or 12

__________________________ (4)

Elective Courses

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Total Credits

Total Gr.10 Credits = _______ Total Gr.11 Credits = _______ Total Gr.12 Credits = _______

Total Credits overall = ______

2018 Graduation Program:

1. 16 credit minimum at the Grade 12 Level, including English Studies 12

2. 28 credit minimum must be elective course credits

3. Completion of One (1) Graduation Numeracy Assessment

4. Completion of Two (2) Graduation Literacy Assessment (Grade 10 & 12)

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