WGSS Gator News for Grads Newsletter #3 Follow us @GatorFutures October 11, 2018

GT Class Visits Our counsellors started presentations to GT classes on October 9th. The last opportunity to hear the presentation is Monday, October 15, during Flex in Rm 208 (the computer room where GT classes meet). The presentation is available to be viewed on the WGSS Counselling and Careers Website: GT 2018 Presentation Diploma Verifications were given out during the GT presentations. Check with your GT teacher if you did not receive your Dip Ver. There will be an up-coming presentation to AP Research [2-4 Oct. 16 Tuesday.] Transcript Verification Reports (TVRs) will be given to students in December in their English classes. There are significant changes to the Student Transcript Service. The Student Transcript Summary Sheet has been posted on the WGSS Counselling and Careers website.

Applications

Students applying to BC post-secondary institution should create an account on apply.educationplannerbc.ca . On this site, many institutions have direct links to program requirements and/or videos demonstrating how to complete their on-line application. Similar application services are available in Ontario and Alberta. The following institutions are accepting applications at this time for September 2019:

Capilano University

Douglas College

Emily Carr

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

McGill University

Queen’s University

Quest University

Royal Military College

Simon Fraser University

Thompson River University

Trinity Western University

University College of the Fraser Valley

U of Alberta

U of British Columbia

U of Calgary

U of Northern BC

U of Toronto

U of Victoria

U of Waterloo

Common Apps for many US institutions

U California Application

Note: BCIT will open on November 1st. Students need a PDF of their transcript ready to submit when they apply.

Admissions KPU’s Limited Intake Programs KPU started receiving applications on October 1st. KPU offers some limited intake programs which historically fill quickly, such as: Education Assistant, Fashion Design, Interior Design, Legal Administrative Assistant, Health Unit Certificate, and Trade Certificates. Please see the listing on KPU's site. Douglas College Limited Intake Programs Students who are interested in any of Douglas College’s limited intake programs should be working on their application at this time. Limited intake programs can accommodate only a limited number of students. Link for more information about Limited Programs at Douglas. Applications opened October 1st and programs close when they are full. It is likely that some programs, like Nursing, are already full.

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Institutional Up-Dates SFU – Update SFU has developed an Admission Compass to help students navigate the new fall 2019 admission requirements. When students input their grade 11 and grade 12 courses into the Compass and they will see which programs they are eligible to apply for.

UVic Up-Date Richard Belton, UVIC recruiter, will be here at WGSS on Friday, November 2nd during FLEX, multipurpose room, to answer students’ questions. There are two other events that students who are interested in UVIC should consider attending. First, the recruitment team will come to the Lower Mainland on Tuesday, December 4, 2018 for Discover UVic, where you will meet with recruiters, student service representatives, faculty members and current students. Next, students interested in UVIC are encouraged to attend Explore UVic on Saturday, February 2, 2019 for an in-depth look at UVic through recruitment presentations, student services information fair, campus tours, student panels, sample lectures, department information fairs and faculty building tours. Plan now to attend UVic’s largest recruitment event of the year! Please note: The UVic Viewbooks that were not available when our rep was here during PSI day have now arrived. Any students wishing to have a copy can come to the Counselling Centre.

CUE Resource Guide We have posted the CUE Resource Guide on our website. This guide contains a two page summary from each of the 50 post-secondary institutions who participated in CUE this year.

Up-Coming

Opportunities Van Arts Open House Date: Saturday, October 13th Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm Place: 570 Dunsmuir Street, Suite 600 Info.: Vanarts.com/openhouse The Vancouver Institute of Media Arts is inviting families to visit their campus, talk with current students and see the unique programs VanArts has to offer: Animation, Acting, Broadcasting, Game Art, Photography, Visual Effects, and Web Development. You will have the opportunity to experience video games, go on air through the campus radio station, or have your portfolio reviewed. SFU Info Session Date: Tuesday, October 16th Time: 3:00 pm, WGSS Library Place: WGSS Library

An SFU recruitment advisor will be at WGSS on October 16. The advisor will be doing a presentation and then allow for specific questions about SFU

Senior students (and their parents) are encouraged to attend if they have questions about SFU’s application process

Four Ivy League Universities at Collingwood Brown, Cornell, Princeton and Yale will be at Collingwood. Parents and students are welcome to join for an application information session with admissions officers from four of the Ivy League’s most prestigious universities Date: Tuesday, October 16th Time: 7:00 – 9:00 Place: Collingwood School Darlene S. Howard Theatre 70 Morven Drive, West Van Seating is limited. RSVP to: Link

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Douglas: Academic Foundation for Potential Nursing Students – Information Session Date: Tuesday, October 16th Time: 5:00 – 7:00 pm Where: Coquitlam Campus Register: Link Unlock Your Future Brittany Palmer is a well-respected workshop presenter for students (and parents) interested in learning how to successfully complete scholarship applications. Brittany went through the scholarship process herself in 2005 during her Grade 12 year and was awarded $56,000. After graduating debt-free from SFU with her B.A. in Communication, she created UYF to help other students learn about various funding opportunities. Her website is: www.keytoscholarships.com WGSS is hosting Brittany’s workshop this year Date: Thursday, October 18th Time: 7:00 pm Place: WGSS Library Tickets: Brown Paper Tickets, $5.00 + tax KPU Health Foundations/Bachelor of Science in Nursing/Bachelor of Science in Psychiatric Nursing Information Session Date: Wednesday, October 18th Time: 7:00 – 9:00 pm Place: KPU Langley Campus

South Building Room 2875 Register: Health Care/Nursing Info Session KPU Richmond Campus – Open House KPU Richmond invites all interested students to: meet KPU faculty, students and advisors; take a campus tour and enjoy interactive exhibits; and, enter to win prizes, including free tuition! Date: Friday, October 19th (PD Day) Time: 11:00 – 3:00 Place: 8771 Lansdowne Place Info: kpu.ca/openhouse/richmond

TWU Preview Weekends TWU invites students (and parents) to register early to be part of one of their preview weekends. This is a free event. A detailed schedule of events is on TWU’s website. Dates: October 18-19 or November 23-24 Registration: TWU Link TRU – Open House Date: Saturday, October 20th Time: 9:00 – 3:00 Place: Kamloops Campus Info: Link to more Information Study and Go Abroad Fair Canada’s largest international university and student travel expo is coming to Vancouver Date: Sunday, October 21st Place: Vancouver Convention Centre Fair time: 12:00 noon – 5:00 pm Seminars: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Click here for more information University of Calgary A recruiter from the University of Calgary is coming to WGSS Date: Tuesday, October 23rd

Time: FLEX Place: Multipurpose Room Experience VCC – Open House VCC is opening the doors to their Broadway campus for an afternoon of free presentations, demonstrations, and entertainment. Plan to come and browse over 120 programs, explore the campus, meet students, and talk to instructors about programs in arts, sciences, certified trades, university transfer, and more. The event is free. Prizes and perks

No application fee; attend Experience VCC and we will waive your application fee! (limit one per person)

Attendees will have the opportunity to win $500 towards tuition

Date: October 24th Time: 3:00 – 6:00 pm Place: VCC Broadway Campus 1120 E. 7th Ave, Vancouver Info: VCC Link

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SHAD Information Session Date: Friday, October 26th Time: Flex Where: Library Annex SHAD is a 27-day STEAM and entrepreneurship based enrichment program where participants live at a one of the 17 Canadian host university campus outside their hometown while engaging in experiential learning, sociocultural activities and community building. Through lectures, workshops, labs and team projects, students learn by doing and leave inspired, unleashed and connected with like-minded youth from across the country. SHAD empowers exceptional youth to recognize their potential as leaders and change makers. The SHAD 2019 program will take place from Sunday, June 30 to Friday, July 26. The Application Form is available on SHAD’s website at this LINK and is due by November 19. Interested students can speak to the counselling department. Prabhasha Wickramaarachchi has participated in the program and is hosting an information session about her experience and to answer questions about the application process. Please note the date has been changed from Oct. 17 and it is now Oct. 26. UBC Engineering Explorations 12 Date: Saturday, October 27th Time: 8:45 – 2:00 pm Place: UBC Vancouver

This is an opportunity for grade 12 girls to tour the engineering program, attend seminars, and compete in a design challenge.

Free registration includes a pizza lunch.

Click here for more information and to register

Vancouver Film School – Open House VFS is having an Open House to allow potential students to get a detailed look at what makes their 13 unique hands-on programs among the very best in the world.

VFS offers programs in: Animation, Writing, Acting for Film & Television, Game Design, Programming, Motion & Interactive Design, Film Production, Make-Up.

Plan to speak to faculty and admissions staff.

The latest program and scholarship information will be available.

Tour the campus and studios and have all your questions answered.

Date: Saturday, October 29th Time: 10:00 – 1:00 pm Location: VFS, Animation Campus Click here for more details and to register. VFS: Creative Development Review for Animation Programs

VFS is offering you a chance to get professional feedback on your creative portfolio/artwork.

You will be asked to provide 5-8 samples of your work.

VFS will set you up with a 1-on-1 appointment with one of our Animation Faculty to give you a 15 minute coaching session.

VFS will tell you on the spot if you’re ready to attend VFS

Date: Saturday, October 29th Time: 10:00 – 1:00 pm Location: Vancouver Film School Click here for more details and to register for 15 minute appointment

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VFS: Live Auditions Acting Program Are you an aspiring artist looking to take your acting skills from stage to screen?

Come and audition in front of an elite panel of VFS faculty instructors, alumni and industry professionals.

Gain valuable feedback and insight into your audition and performance skills

Find out on-the-spot if you’ve been accepted into VFS' Acting program (1 year intensive) or the Acting Essentials program (4 month prep program).

Date: Saturday, October 29th Time: 10:00 – 1:00 pm Location: VFS, 151 W. Cordova Street Click here for more details and to register. UBC Info Session Date: Tuesday, October 30th Time: 3:10 – 4:15 pm Place: WGSS Library

A UBC recruitment advisor will be with us on October 30. UBC has changed their admissions procedure. The advisor will be doing a presentation and explain the new admissions procedure and allow for specific questions about UBC-V or UBC-O

Senior students (and their parents) are encouraged to attend if they have questions about UBC’s application process

UBC Sauder BCom Fall Preview Date: Saturday, November 3rd Time: 9:00 – 1:00 pm Place: 2053 Main Mall, UBC

The UBC Sauder BCom Fall Preview is an excellent opportunity for prospective undergraduate students applying to UBC Sauder School of Business to get a first look at student life in the Bachelor of Commerce program.

Attendees will learn more about the BCom curriculum, tour UBC Sauder's teaching facilities, and hear about some of the unique extracurricular opportunities available to students from the diverse perspectives of our current students, instructors, and young alumni. The BCom admissions team will be present to answer any questions about applying to UBC.

Register early online

McGill Information Sessions Date: November 4th (Vancouver) November 5th (Surrey) November 6th (Richmond) November 7th (Port Moody)

McGill is ranked among the world's finest for international diversity, research, and academics.

Find out more about the undergraduate admission process, academic programs, and student life in Montreal.

Information sessions are for students (and their families) wishing to enter an undergraduate Bachelor's degree in September 2019 or later.

For more information and to register please visit McGill’s website.

BCIT Big Info Session Date: Wednesday, November 14th Time: 4:30 – 7:30 pm Place: Burnaby Campus

In one night you can learn about BCIT’s 300+ programs all in one place

Speak to instructors, ask questions, meet grads, and see what BCIT has to offer

Register online UBC Engineering + Architecture Open House Date: Saturday, November 24th Time: 10:00 – 4:00 pm Place: UBC Vancouver, Fred Kaiser Bldg.

You and your family are invited to meet with professors, staff, and students who can help you decide whether UBC Applied Science is right for you.

There will be cool demonstrations, fascinating lab tours, and informative presentations.

Bring your friends and family to explore – we suggest you plan to attend the whole day, as there are activities happening throughout the day. https://apsc.ubc.ca/openhouse

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SFU Program Fair: Explore Your Options Date: Wednesday, November 22nd Time: 5:30 – 8:30 pm Place: SFU – Surrey Campus Information and registration UBC Faculty of Land and Food Systems: Fall Preview Day Date: Saturday, November 24th

Time: TBA Registration: Opens October 17th Are you interested in studying food systems, biology, global food markets, human health, food, nutrition, animals, plants, the environment or sustainability etc.? Attend this UBC event to help determine if the LFS program may be for you - and have your questions answered in regards to submitting your application to UBC. Learn more about UBC's three undergraduate Bachelor of Science degrees (B.Sc. in Applied Biology, B.Sc. in Food, Nutrition and Health and B.Sc. in Global Resource Systems). Hear from staff, students, and faculty who will share their passions. Registration for this event will open on October 17. Any questions can be sent to: students@landfood.ubc.ca Explore Capilano Date: Wednesday, November 28th Time: 5:30 – 8:00 pm Place: North Vancouver Campus Info: Registration TRU – Community Information Session An admission advisor will be coming to Surrey. This would be an opportunity for you and your parents to have your questions about TRU answered. Date: November 29th Time: 7:00-9:00 pm Location: EagleQuest Golf Course Click here to learn more

Scholarship Info.

The WGSS Counselling & Careers Website also links families to SD 35’s District Scholarship Website. This website contains a searchable database with over 300 scholarship opportunities for high school students. The 2018 District Scholarship Handbook has been up-dated. A copy is available on the District Scholarship Website: Link to 2018 Scholarship Handbook

Entrance Awards

UBC Scholarship Information All students applying to the University of British Columbia who wish to be considered for scholarships, must complete their Personal Profile and submit it before December 1st. UBC - Personal Profile

The Personal Profile is used by UBC to assess a student's preparedness for university.

Applicants are asked to reflect on past experiences, accomplishments, and challenges in a handful of short essay questions.

There is a page on UBC’s website that gives very specific information on what they are looking for in your profile. Please take the time to read it several times if you are applying to UBC.

Applicants are also strongly encouraged to UBC’s advice and watch their video on how to prepare a strong Personal Profile.

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UBC Centennial Scholars Entrance

The Centennial Scholars Entrance Award program assists students who are transitioning to UBC from secondary school or another post-secondary institution. The purpose of the program is to financially support academically qualified students who show an interest in joining and contributing to the UBC community, but who would not otherwise be able to attend without significant financial assistance.

This award is valued up to $40,000 and requires a separate application as well as parent disclosure of financial information.

Deadline: December 1st

SFU Scholarship Information SFU Undergraduate Scholars Entrance Scholarship

SFU recognizes high school students who demonstrate excellence in both their academic and extracurricular activities. The value of a scholarship may range from $10,000 up to an amount sufficient to cover all tuition and mandatory supplementary fees normally required for the completion of a student’s first undergraduate degree at SFU.

Scholarships are available to domestic and international high school students admitted for the fall term to an undergraduate degree in any faculty.

Application Deadline: December 3rd, 2018

Supporting Documentation Deadline: January 15th, 2019

Minimum: grades in the 90% range or have a minimum 31 International Baccalaureate points Scholarship value: $10,000 up to an amount sufficient to cover tuition and mandatory supplementary fees

Application Form Link

General Scholarships U of T National Scholarship + Book Award

Students who wish to be considered as the WGSS nominee should provide Ms. Kifiak with a copy of their Comprehensive Resume by October 17th

Application Due: November 3rd U of T National Scholarship Info

2018 Horatio Alger Canadian Scholarship

Awarded to BC students pursuing full-time studies with critical financial need ($65,000 or less net family income or extenuating circumstances)

Student must have demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity; strength of character, a good academic record, a commitment to pursue a post-secondary education, and a desire to contribute to society.

Deadline: October 25th Horatio Alger Scholarship Info

Queens University Chancellor's Scholarship

Nomination

The Queens Major Admission Award (Chancellor's) is valued at $36,000 ($9,000 x 4 yr) scholarship. The Chancellor's Scholarship requires nomination to be considered.

Students who are considering attending Queen’s and who wish to be considered for school nomination need to have their comprehensive resume to Ms. Kifiak by October 26th for consideration.

The criteria for this scholarship is: superior academic ability 90+% average, and demonstrated leadership and original thinking. If selected for nomination, you will be asked to complete the application. Queen’s recommends that you submit your application by mid-November.

For more information, visit: Queens University Scholarship Info

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Loran Scholars

Leadership, Character, Service

Direct Pool Applicants Due Date: Oct. 26th loranscholar.ca/

Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship

Students who wish to be considered as the WGSS nominee should provide Ms. McGivern with a copy of their Comprehensive Resume by November 1st Lester B. Pearson International Info

Scotia National Scholarship

Deadline: November 2nd Scotia National Scholarship Info

U of Toronto: Lester B Pearson International Scholarship

The Pearson Scholarships will provide an unparalleled opportunity for globally minded students to obtain a world-class education and join a diverse student body in one of the world’s most multicultural cities. The scholarships offer international students the opportunity to take part in enhanced academic and co-curricular experiences as part of a close-knit, fully supported community. Pearson Scholars will receive full funding for four years of tuition, books and living costs, and gain a global perspective on issues that matter most to them.

The nominee should be a creative thinker with an exceptional academic record who is recognized as a leader within their school and exhibits potential to contribute positively to the global community in the future.

Students who wish to be considered as the WGSS nominee should provide Ms. Kifiak with a copy of their Comprehensive Resume by November 3rd Lester B Pearson Scholarship Info

TD Leadership Scholarship

TD Leadership scholarship criteria is applicants who have demonstrated outstanding and consistent dedication to solve a community problem or make their community better.

Require 2 letters of support from community groups, 1 letter from school, essay and transcript

Deadline: November 17th TD Canada Trust Scholarship Info

Entrance Exams

SAT

Those students who are considering attending an American Institution, or who will be playing on an NCAA team (e.g. SFU) must have written the SAT and have those results by December

Information Packages are available in the Counselling Centre or speak to one of the counsellors for additional information

School Code is: 821161 Register at: http://sat.collegeboard.org

LPI Entrance Exam

Most post-secondary institutions require students to have written the LPI (the Language Proficiency Index) if they do not have an “A” in English 12

Students can register on-line at www.lpitest.ca

Note: The exam is at Kwantlen, Langley Campus on Saturday, October 20th at 9:00 am

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LANGLEY SCHOOL

DISTRICT EVENTS

OR OPPORTUNITIES Youth TRAIN in Trades The Langley School District offers a wide variety of Youth TRAIN in Trades programs which run out of Langley District secondary schools as well as Post-Secondary Institutions within the Langley borders. Students in grade 11 and 12 accepted to participate in one of the Youth TRAIN in Trades programs receive elective credits towards graduation, post-secondary credits, and Industry Training Authority (ITA) technical trades apprenticeship training at the same time. We are pleased to offer the following 7 programs:

Auto Service Technician (at ACSS from Feb – Jul)

Carpentry (at ACSS from Feb - Jul)

Electrical (at DW Poppy from Feb - Jul)

Hairstylist (at ACSS from Feb - Jan)

Horticulture (at Kwantlen Polytechnic University from Feb - Jul)

Piping/Plumbing (at LSS from Feb – Jan)

Professional Cook 1 (at WGSS from Sep – Jun)

There may be some space available for programs starting in January 2019, and if you’re interested, please email Mrs. Vankoughnett at Bvankoughnett@sd35.bc.ca or stop in to the Career Centre for more information or to apply to this program. Also, information is available on the Langley School District website at www.sd35.bc.ca/programs-initiatives/career-education/

Attention: ALL Grade 12’s

Mandatory Student Transcript Service Registration Sessions

Our counsellors are planning to meet with all Grade 12 students during Grad Transition classes during

the week of October 9-12th. The counsellors will give students their Diploma Verifications, talk about

graduation requirements, review application deadlines and admissions information. They will then explain

how to complete the new Ministry of Education Student Transcription Service (STS).

The Ministry has created a system whereby all students must have their own BCeID Account in order to

access their transcript for viewing or ordering. The Ministry will no longer be mailing student transcripts in

early August. It is imperative that all Grade 12s have a BCeID account.

We feel it is best for all students to learn this process at this time, as any student who is planning to attend a

Post-Secondary Institution for September 2019 MUST go through the steps and authorize the release of

their Interim (May) and Final (June) marks before May 1st. Failure to do this will mean the student will delay

the final confirmation of their admission to institutions potentially jeopardizing admission or course

registration.

During our GT session, counsellors will demonstrate how to register, log in and select institutions to send

transcripts.

Please use the chart below to determine for assigned workshop. Location of all workshops: Computer Lab

Room 208.

Please refer to chart below to find Student’s GT teacher and look at what date and block student will be

attending – organized by Alpha Last Name. If a student is away for the designated day there will be a

make- up flex session held in the computer lab room on Monday October 15th during flex.

GT Teacher All Grade 12 Students Alpha A-L ***Except Ms. Kelly, Fraser and Trattle’s classes

All Grade 12 Students Alpha M-Z ***Except Ms. Kelly’s class

Ms Fraser 1-1 Tuesday, October 9 ***Alpha A-Z

Mr Hendricks 2-3 Wednesday, October 10 Alpha A-L Friday, October 12 Alpha M-Z

Ms Hoodikoff 1-4 Tuesday, October 9 Alpha A-L Thursday, October 11 Alpha M-Z

Ms Kelly 2-1 Wednesday, October 10 ***Alpha A-K Friday, October 12 ***Alpha L-Z

Ms Parris/ Stubbings 1-2

Tuesday, October 9 Alpha A-L

Thursday, October 11 Alpha M-Z

Mr. Trattle 2-4 Wednesday, October 10 ***Alpha A-Z

Extra Flex session for absentees

Monday October 15th ***Flex session – For all students who missed their scheduled date/time

Mrs. Henderson Tuesday, October 16th (2-4) AP Research