ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION
MY WAY
SUMMERSCHOOL
2020
UPGRADE ORJUMP AHEADCONTENTS
Important Dates...2Delivery Methods & Locations...3Courses & Prerequisites...4Diploma Prep & Diploma Exam Schedule...5Fees...6FrequentlyAsked Questions...7My Plan...8
MARCH 2Summer school registration begins
MAY 4Self-paced and Revelation Online course material can be accessed
JUNE 23Last day to register online. In person and phone registrations are still available
JUNE 29Last day to register for summer school courses in person or by phone before 12pm
JULY 2Summer school classes begin. Last day to register on-site as a walk-in
JULY 14Last day of classroom-based, 3 credit courses
JULY 22Last day to submit modules for self-paced summer school courses
JULY 23Last day of summer school courses
JULY 23-24August exam diploma preparation sessions
AUGUST 1Summer school students may access their final marks through PowerSchool
AUGUST 4-13Diploma exams at Archbishop O’Leary (see exam schedule on page 5)
AUGUST 21August diploma exam marks are available on myPass
IMPORTANTDATES
SUMMER SCHOOLAlternative Education summer school offers a wide range of 10, 20 & 30 level classroom-based, self-paced and online high school courses during the month of July. Our programs give students the opportunity to repeat a course or to get a jump start in their academics.
For more information please visit www.ae.ecsd.net or call 780 944-2000.
Registration opens March 2.
REGISTER EARLY! Classes are subject to enrolment and fill up quickly! For more information regarding courses see page 4 or visit www.ae.ecsd.net.
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PARTNERSHIPSAlternative Education has partnered with Action for Healthy Communities to enhance English language skills and with The Rock and Roll Society to offer music programming during the summer.
DUAL CREDITAlternative Education has partnered with a variety of post-secondary institutes to offer dual credit courses during the summer. Please visit www.ae.ecsd.net for information. Classes are subject to enrolment minimums set by the institutes.
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WORK EXPERIENCEDo you want to earn credits while working?
Alternative Education offers students the convenience of an on-site work experience coordinator. Students can also earn 10 credits at the 30-level, fulfilling the high school diploma requirements for two 30-level subjects. Students can use up to 15 credits in total toward their high school diploma.
Ask about our work experience program at one of our self-paced locations.
DELIVERYMETHODS & LOCATIONS
CLASSROOM-BASED
Offers a traditional approach to learning within a classroom environment. Learn with direct instruction from an Edmonton Catholic School Division teacher using a wide range of instructional methods.
*One 3 credit or one 5 credit course is a maximum course load for classroom-based summer school.
LOCATIONS
ARCHBISHOP O’LEARY: 8760-132 Avenue
LOUIS ST. LAURENT: 11230-43 Avenue
ST. FRANCIS XAVIER: 9250-163 Street
ST. JOSEPH: 10830-109 Street
ÉCOLE J.H. PICARD(French Immersion Only): 7055-99 Street
SCHEDULE 3 credit:July 2 - 14, 2020, 8:15am - 1:35pm
5 credit:July 2 - 23, 2020, 8:15am - 1:15pm
ATTENDANCEFull attendance is mandatory. Accommodations will not be made for holidays or missed exams.
Offers a unique approach to online learning in that students can participate in a “virtual classroom” where they, their fellow students and Edmonton Catholic School Division teachers collaborate during the scheduled delivery of their courses.
*Two 3 credit or one 5 credit course is a maximum course load for Revelation Online summer school.
LOCATIONREVELATION ONLINE: 10830-109 Street (located in St. Joseph High School)
SCHEDULE1 or 3 or 5 credit:July 2 - 23, 2020, 8:15am - 1:15pm
WITHDRAWALS• Summer school withdrawals prior
to June 29, 2020 must be made by phone at 780 944-2000. Summer school withdrawals after 12pm on June 29, 2020 must be made at the summer school location the student is registered at on July 2, 2020
• All technology user and program fees are non-refundable
*All summer school classes are subject to enrolment minimums. You may be relocated to a different school if necessary.
SELF-PACED ONLINE
GRADE 9 STUDENT ...want to get a jump start?If you are going into high school, there are a variety of courses available for you to take during the summer!
Please visit www.ae.ecsd.netor call 780 944-2000 for more information.
Offers instruction for self-motivated students within a module-based learning environment. Students can access one-on-one support from curriculum specialized Edmonton Catholic School Division teachers.
*Students can only register for one self-paced course. After the first course is complete, and if time permits, students may register for a second course.
LOCATIONS
FRESH START CARDINAL COLLINS CLAREVIEW: 3802-139 Avenue
NEW LOCATION
FRESH START CARDINAL COLLINS MILL WOODS: 7319-29 Avenue
MOTHER MARGARET MARY: 2010 Leger Road
SCHEDULE1 or 3 or 5 credit:July 2 - 23, 2020, 8:15am - 1:15pm
ATTENDANCE
Students must attend the first 5 days of programming and until 50% of the course is complete. Attendance requirements must be met to complete a summer course.
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COURSE CREDITS PREREQUISITE COURSE
FINE ART
Art 10 3 or 5 Art 9
Art 20 3 or 5 Art 10
Art 30 3 or 5 Art 20
Popular Music in the 20th Century 35 3 None
ABORIGINAL STUDIES
Aboriginal Studies 30 5 Aboriginal Studies 10 and
Aboriginal Studies 20
ENGLISH
English 10-1 5 Gr. 9 Language Arts (50%+)
English 10-2 5 Gr. 9 Language Arts (Completed)
English 20-1 5 English 10-1
English 20-2 5 English 10-1 or English 10-2
English 30-1 5 English 20-1 or English 30-2
English 30-2 5 English 20-1 or English 20-2SOCIAL STUDIES
Social Studies 10-1 5 Gr. 9 Language Arts (50%+)
Social Studies 10-2 5 Gr. 9 Language Arts (Completed)
Social Studies 20-1 5 Social Studies 10-1
Social Studies 20-2 5 Social Studies 10-1 or Social Studies 10-2
Social Studies 30-1 5 Social Studies 20-1 or Social Studies 30-2
Social Studies 30-2 5 Social Studies 20-1 or Social Studies 20-2
MATHMath 10C 5 Gr. 9 Mathematics (50%+)Math 10-3 5 Gr. 9 Mathematics (Completed)Math 20-1 5 Math 10CMath 20-2 5 Math 10C
COURSES &PREREQUISITES
All students are responsible for ensuring they have the prerequisites for any course they register in. Automatic withdrawal without refund will otherwise occur.
COURSE CREDITS PREREQUISITE COURSE
MATH CONT.Math 20-3 5 Math 10C or Math 10-3
Math 30-1 5 Math 20-1
Math 30-2 5 Math 20-1 or Math 20-2
Math 30-3 5 Math 20-1 or Math 20-2 or Math 20-3
Math 31 5 Math 30-1
SCIENCES
Science 10 5 Gr. 9 Science (50%+)
Science 14 5 Gr. 9 Science (Completed)
Biology 20 5 Science 10
Chemistry 20 5 Science 10
Physics 20 5 Science 10
Science 20 5 Science 10
Science 24 5 Science 10 or Science 14
Biology 30 5 Biology 20
Chemistry 30 5 Chemistry 20
Physics 30 5 Physics 20
Science 30 5 Biology 20 or Chemistry 20 or Physics 20 or Science 20
PHYSICAL EDUCATIONPhys Ed 10 3 Gr. 9 Phys Ed (Completed)CAREER AND LIFE MANAGEMENTCalm 20 3 Gr. 9 (Completed)COMBINATION COURSESPhys Ed 10/Calm 20 6 Gr. 9 (Completed)COMPLEMENTARY COURSES
A variety of complementary courses are available through self-paced and online learning
1 or 3 or 5
Visit www.ae.ecsd.net or call 780 944-2000
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COURSE CREDITS PREREQUISITE COURSE
MATH CONT.Math 20-3 5 Math 10C or Math 10-3
Math 30-1 5 Math 20-1
Math 30-2 5 Math 20-1 or Math 20-2
Math 30-3 5 Math 20-1 or Math 20-2 or Math 20-3
Math 31 5 Math 30-1
SCIENCES
Science 10 5 Gr. 9 Science (50%+)
Science 14 5 Gr. 9 Science (Completed)
Biology 20 5 Science 10
Chemistry 20 5 Science 10
Physics 20 5 Science 10
Science 20 5 Science 10
Science 24 5 Science 10 or Science 14
Biology 30 5 Biology 20
Chemistry 30 5 Chemistry 20
Physics 30 5 Physics 20
Science 30 5 Biology 20 or Chemistry 20 or Physics 20 or Science 20
PHYSICAL EDUCATIONPhys Ed 10 3 Gr. 9 Phys Ed (Completed)CAREER AND LIFE MANAGEMENTCalm 20 3 Gr. 9 (Completed)COMBINATION COURSESPhys Ed 10/Calm 20 6 Gr. 9 (Completed)COMPLEMENTARY COURSES
A variety of complementary courses are available through self-paced and online learning
1 or 3 or 5
Visit www.ae.ecsd.net or call 780 944-2000
Need an extra study session for your August diploma exam?
Edmonton Catholic School Division offers July diploma preparation sessions with skilled and knowledgeable teachers. Resources are provided and developed by qualified teachers. Register online at www.ae.ecsd.net.
ALL AUGUST DIPLOMA EXAM SUMMER SCHOOL STUDENTS MUST:
• Write their diploma exams at Archbishop O’Leary Catholic High School located at 8760-132 Avenue.
• Arrive for diploma examinations at least 30 minutes prior to the time the exam begins.
• Bring picture ID to the exam writing. Examples of acceptable picture ID are: driver’s license, school photo ID card, government-issued photo ID card or passport. Students without picture ID will not be permitted to write.
• July 2, 2020 Deadline for students who are re-writing diploma exams in August to register for the exam and pay re-write fees. Students who are writing a diploma for the first time will be registered for their diploma exam. Students who are re-writing or are registering late for a diploma exam must register for a myPass account. Diploma re-write students must provide proof of exam re-write payment prior to entering the exam room. Students who are re-writing their exam must pre-pay for the exam online via their myPass account.
• August 21, 2020 Diploma exam marks for August are available on myPass.
JULY DIPLOMA PREPARATION SCHEDULE
LOCATION: ARCHBISHOP O’LEARY 8760-132 Avenue
FEE: $75.00 per course (10 hours of instruction per session)
SESSION Thursday, July 23 (1:00 - 4:00pm)DATES: and Friday, July 24 (8:00am - 3:00pm)
COURSE: • English 30-1 • English 30-2 • Social 30-1 • Social 30-2 • Math 30-1 • Math 30-2 • Biology 30 • Physics 30 • Chemistry 30 • Science 30
HOW TO REGISTER:
All fees must be paid in full at the timeof registration.
ONLINE: www.ae.ecsd.net
BY PHONE: 780 944-2000
IN PERSON: Sacred Heart Centre 9624-108 Avenue Edmonton, AB Monday-Friday; 8:00am - 3:30pm
COURSE TIME DATES
English Language Arts 30-1 Part AEnglish Language Arts 30-2 Part A 9:00am - 12:00pm Tuesday, August 4
Social Studies 30-1 Part ASocial Studies 30-2 Part A
9:00am - 12:00pm9:00am - 11:30am Wednesday, August 5
Mathematics 30-1Mathematics 30-2 9:00am - 12:00pm Thursday, August 6
English Language Arts 30-1 Part BEnglish Language Arts 30-2 Part B 9:00am - 12:00pm Friday, August 7
Social Studies 30-1 Part BSocial Studies 30-2 Part B 9:00am - 11:30am Tuesday, August 11
Chemistry 30Biology 30
9:00am - 12:00pm1:00pm - 4:00pm Wednesday, August 12
Physics 30Science 30
9:00am - 12:00pm1:00pm - 4:00pm Thursday, August 13
AUGUST DIPLOMA EXAMINATION SCHEDULELOCATION: ARCHBISHOP O’LEARY: 8760-132 Avenue
DIPLOMAINFO
DIPLOMA PREP &DIPLOMA EXAMSCHEDULE
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FEES
Register early to avoid the disappointment of a full class. You are NOT officially registered until payment has been received.
ONLINE: www.ae.ecsd.net
BY PHONE: 780 944-2000
IN PERSON: Sacred Heart Centre 9624-108 Avenue Monday - Friday 8:00am - 3:30pm
Refunds: All Technology User and Program All Technology User and Program Fees are non-refundable. Only the Caution Fees are non-refundable. Only the Caution Fee will be refunded upon the return of all Fee will be refunded upon the return of all textbooks/materials in good condition.textbooks/materials in good condition.
Cancellations: Alternative Education reserves the right to cancel any class where the minimum enrolment is not met. If the registration cannot be accommodated at another location, a full refund will be issued for any course cancelled by Alternative Education. Refunds can take up to four weeks to process. All Technology User and Program Fees are NON-REFUNDABLE after registration or upon withdrawal. Only the Caution Fee will be refunded upon the return or textbooks/materials in satisfactory condition within one year after completion of the course.
HOW TOREGISTER
STUDENTS UNDER 20 YEARS OF AGE ON SEPTEMBER 1, 2019
CLASSROOM-BASED SUMMER SCHOOL3 or 5 CreditTechnology User Fee ..............$60Caution Fee ...........................$90
SELF-PACED SUMMER SCHOOL3 or 5 Credit Technology User Fee ..............$60Caution Fee ...........................$90
REVELATION ONLINE SUMMER SCHOOL3 or 5 CreditTechnology User Fee ..............$60Caution Fee ...........................$90
STUDENTS 20 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER ON SEPTEMBER 1, 2019
CLASSROOM-BASED SUMMER SCHOOLN/A
SELF-PACEDSUMMER SCHOOL3 or 5 Credit Program Fee .......................$600Caution Fee ..........................$90
REVELATION ONLINE SUMMER SCHOOL3 or 5 CreditProgram Fee .......................$600Caution Fee ..........................$90
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTSUNDER 20 YEARS OF AGE ON SEPTEMBER 1, 2019 Must present:
• Valid student study permit, passport and report card required
• Contact International Services at One World...One Centre prior to registration at 780 944-2001
CLASSROOM-BASED SUMMER SCHOOLProgram Fee (3 Credit) .......... $510Program Fee (5 Credit) .......... $910Caution Fee .......................... $90Diploma Exam Sitting Fee ....... $50
SELF-PACEDSUMMER SCHOOL Program Fee (3 Credit) .......... $510Program Fee (5 Credit) .......... $910Caution Fee .......................... $90Diploma Exam Sitting Fee ....... $50
REVELATION ONLINE SUMMER SCHOOL3 or 5 CreditProgram Fee (3 Credit) .......... $510Program Fee (5 Credit) .......... $910Caution Fee .......................... $90Diploma Exam Sitting Fee ....... $50
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FREQUENTLYASKEDQUESTIONS
u If I am 20 and under, can I take a course with Alternative Education?• If you are 20 years of age on or before September 1
of the current school year, you can take a course with Alternative Education. See page 6 for fees
• You will need to prove completion of the prerequisite course by providing your Alberta Student Number (ASN)
• If you are not currently registered in school, you can still take an Alternative Education course
• Students cannot be registered in the same course at the same time at two different locations
• You must have completed Grade 9 to take any high school level course
u If I am not an Edmonton Catholic School Division (ECSD) student could I take a course with Alternative Education? How can I ensure my registration is complete?• Registration is open to all students
• Students will be required to complete an additional ECSD registration form as well as provide legal documentation such as a Canadian Birth Certificate, Canadian Passport, Permanent Resident Card etc. A driver’s licence is not considered sufficient documentation
• Please call Alternative Education at 780 944-2000 for more information
uWhat is a prerequisite? Is it required?• Prerequisite courses are courses required to be
completed prior to entering the next level
• Alberta Education states that a student who has achieved a mark of 50% or higher in a given course is eligible to take the next or high-ranking high school course in that sequence
• For further questions or for students with a high school diploma, please call 780 944-2000 or visit www.ae.ecsd.net
u If I’m an International Student in Canada with a study permit, can I take course with Alternative Education?• Eligible international students may take Alternative
Education courses and must provide their valid student study permit, passport and current school records to determine eligibility for admission
• To register, please contact International Services at One World...One Centre at 780 944-2001
uWhere can I obtain my Detailed Academic Report (DAR)?• Can be accessed through myPass on the Alberta
Education website at www.education.alberta.ca
uWhen can I pick up my course material for a self-paced or online course?• Students registered in a self-paced course may pick up
their material starting on May 4 at the location you are registered at upon finalizing registration with payment
• Students registered in an online course will be emailed information about their course starting on May 4 upon finalizing registration with payment
uHow will I know the status of my classroom-based summer school course?• You will receive an email to confirm if your course is
active once it is determined
• If your course is cancelled, you will receive an email asking you to contact Alternative Education at 780 944-2000. Every effort will be made to accommodate cancelled courses
• Note that classes are subject to enrolment minimums and courses may be relocated to another location
u I’m having difficulty registering online• Students must have either their ASN or ECSD ID
number to register
• All non-ECSD students are required to complete a 2019/2020 ECSD Registration Form
• There may be an account already associated with the student profile
• If you are experiencing difficulties registering, please call Alternative Education at 780 944-2000 for assistance
u I’m writing a diploma in August, what do I do?• Please see the diploma information on page 5
• Alternatively, you can go to www.ae.ecsd.net or call Alternative Education at 780 944-2000 for more information
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REGISTRATIONINFO
MYPLAN
1. Talk to your high school graduation coach or student advisor
2. For more information visit www.ae.ecsd.net or call Alternative Education at 780 944-2000
3. Register for summer school online, by phone or in person
ONLINE: www.ae.ecsd.net
BY PHONE: 780 944-2000
IN PERSON: Sacred Heart Centre 9624-108 Avenue Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 3:30pm
WHAT’S YOURSUMMER SCHOOLPLAN?