PLANNING YOUR GRADE ELEVEN YEAR

1. PLANNING YOUR GRADE ELEVEN YEAR Archbishop Denis O’Connor C.H.S. January 2019

2. Before We Begin… • Summer School information and registration will be available in April or May. • Remedial Courses: courses for students unsuccessful in a semester course with a mark of greater than 35%. Remedial courses are 2 weeks long. • Acceleration Courses: courses for students who have not previously taken a particular course or who did not earn a 35% in the course during the school year, or intend to upgrade their mark (above 50%) Acceleration courses are 4 weeks long. • If you would like help selecting courses make an appointment with your Guidance Counsellor as soon as possible. • Some acceleration courses fill quickly – be prepared to register when information becomes available. • If you were unsuccessful in a course in semester one and plan to go to summer school, you may need to see a Guidance Counsellor to add the grade 11 course for your timetable next year! Do so as soon as possible!

3. Our 2019– 2020 On-LineCourse Calendar! • A course calendar provides you with information about the school, graduation requirements, general information, courses available to students. • Important planning charts (Department Flow Charts) are included as well as web sites to assist with your academic planning. • To access, go to doc.dcdsb.ca; select the STUDENTS link and click GUIDANCE • Click on the Course Levels and Calendar tab on the left; select DO’C COURSE CALENDAR

4. Academic Levels in Grade 11: Destination Courses • Workplace (E) • College (C) • University/College (M) • University (U): recommended for students who are achieving 75% or higher in grade 10 courses • Open (O) REMEMBER: Select course levels that reflect the pathway you are considering. Consider all pathways as you plan your post-secondary years: apprenticeship, work, college, university.

5. Selecting Courses for Grade 11 • Three compulsory courses: English, Religion and Math • Five Optional credits • Two Alternate credits (used if one of your optional courses is not available due to a conflict or if a course is cancelled) • Some grade 11 courses require a prerequisite course. Read course descriptions to determine if a course has a prerequisite. If you are unsure, see your Guidance Counsellor. • Full Disclosure • Students who drop a course five days after receiving the mid-term report card receive a ‘withdrawal’ mark that is entered on the transcript • Students may also register for e-learning courses. These courses take the place of a day school course.

6. NEW COURSES FOR 2019-20:Travel and Tourism • CGG3O1 • Travel and Tourism offers students the opportunity to examine, from a global perspective, travel patterns, travel destinations, geographical preferences, etc. • This course will satisfy Group 1 credit required for Graduation

7. NEW COURSES FOR 2019-20:Construction Engineering Technology Students will gain hands-on experience using a variety of construction materials, processes, tools, and equipment; learn about building design and planning construction projects; create and interpret working drawings and sections; and learn how the Ontario Building Code and other regulations and standards apply to construction projects. Students will also develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to construction technology, and will explore career opportunities in the field. • TCJ3C1 • This course satisfies Group 3 credit for Graduation

8. NEW COURSES FOR 2019-20:Understanding Fashion • HNC3C1 • This course introduces students to the world of fashion. Students will gain an understanding of theories related to fashion trends and of how culture, media, fashion cycles, retailing, and social and environmental factors influence fashion trends and consumer behaviour. Students will use various tools, technologies, and techniques safely and correctly to create fashion items. In addition, students will apply knowledge of fibres, fabrics, and the elements and principles of design when creating and assessing fashion-related products. Students will develop research skills as they investigate topics related to fashion.

9. Continuing For 2019-20:Aboriginal Issues in Canada • NDA3M1 • Relationship is key to understanding of current issues in the world. In this course students will investigate one of Canada’s greatest issues and one that will involve all Canadian for years to come. Through conversations and discussions, students will gain an understanding of this role of Indigenous people’s in Canada, their culture, language and beliefs and how we can work together to make a better, more inclusive, Canada. • This may be a dual credit course

10. Continuing in 2018-19: Hairstyling & Aesthetics • TXJ3E • Dual credit course; students will earn TXJ3E high school course and Makeup Artistry from Loyalist College • Open to both male and female students in Grade 11 or 12 • This course will allow students to gain hands-on experience using professional materials, equipment and current make-up artistry techniques. They will use professional terminology relating to make-up artistry, acquire transferable problem-solving skills and learn about the essential work habits that are important for success in this industry. Students will also expand their communication and interpersonal skills as they interact with their peers and clients. In a growing service economy, this course will help to prepare students for a rewarding career in make-up artistry and/or esthetics.

11. Continuing for 2018-19: Vehicle Maintenance/Ownership • TTJ3O1 • Designed for males and females • This general interest course enables students to become familiar with the options and features of various vehicles, issues of registration, and the legal requirements affecting vehicle owners. Students will also learn about vehicle financing and insurance, vehicle maintenance, emergency procedures, and the responsibilities of being a vehicle owner. Students will develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to vehicle ownership and use, and will explore career opportunities in the transportation industry.

12. Continuing for 2019-20: Musical Theatre • ADB3M1 • This unique course continues to develop students’ acting and performance skills as they extend to the realm of musical theatre. Students will perform on stage in a variety of “theatre experiments,” exploring further the key elements of musical practice (vocal performance, stagecraft, choreography) as well as career opportunities in the performing arts, acting styles, music and dance composition, and the history and design of musicals. Students will be challenged to develop skills in theatre criticism by analyzing and interpreting aesthetic and thematic choices on-stage. Students will explore both traditional work (classic musical theatre canon) and novel approaches to musical performance, including Canadian content.

14. Pathways in Math

15. Little Details… • Almost all colleges consider university and college courses equally. If you are planning to attend college, college level courses are a more appropriate choice. • Grade 11 Religion satisfies the requirement for the compulsory category: Group 1 credit (Refer to checklist) • One English course must be a ‘Core’ English (ENG3U1, ENG3C1 or ENG3E1). Other English courses (EMS3O1) are considered optional credits • Refer to Department Flow Charts in the course calendar as a way to ensure you earn the prerequisite for grade 12 courses

16. Post-Secondary Planning • It is never too early to research post-secondary options. GRADE 11 MARKS COUNT!!! • Don’t forget the four pathways • Work • College • Apprenticeship • University • Refer to the Guidance link on the DO’C web site to access important post-secondary web sites that will help you research post-secondary schools and programs. • Use www.ontariocolleges.ca and http://www.electronicinfo.ca/ • Each college and university has a web site with valuable information. Go on a campus tour!

17. Cooperative Education: Experiencing the World of Work • Select COP2O if you are applying for a 2 credit Co-op program. Then choose additional courses for a total of between 6 and 8. • Select COP4O if you are applying for a 4 credit Co-op program. Then choose additional courses for a total of between 6 and 8 • Co-op credits count the same way other courses do. • Co-op credits can count for up to 2 compulsory credits • You MUST hand in Co-op application form with your course selection sheet (it is available online!) • Interviews for the Co-op program after the March break

18. Specialist High Skills Major • A Ministry of Education Student Success initiative • The Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) is a combination of 9 or more courses and experiences that relate to a subject area of special interest or to a particular destination • Students in grade 11 and 12 combine credit courses, reach ahead activities, sector specific certifications and Cooperative Education • DO’C is offering a SHSM in Health and Wellness, Non-Profit, and Construction Tech • Hand in SHSM application form with your course selection sheet.

19. Dual Credit Courses A portion of the course is taught by an instructor from the College granting the credit. At DO’C, we are currently offering dual credit courses through some of the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Programs and others within our regular courses. DO’C hoping to offer these dual credit courses for the 2019-2020 school year Grade 11 Hairstyling @ Aesthetics. Students earn TXJ3E from DO’C and a Aesthetics credit from Durham College Grade 11 Media Arts (Yearbook). Students earn ASM3O from DO’C and Digital Photography I from Durham College. Students do Yearbook in both semesters Grade 11 Custom Woodworking. Students earn TWJ3E from DO’C and Carpentry from Durham College. Grade 11 Native Studies. Students earn NDA3M1 from DO’C and Grade 12 Fitness and Healthy Living Leadership. Students earn PLF4M1

20. The On-Line Course Selection Process • To access Career Cruising, go to the DO’C web site (doc.dcdsb.ca); select STUDENTS and then select the GUIDANCE link. • Select Course Levels and Calendars • There will be two links to Career Cruising • Career Cruising Log in • Career Cruising Main Site (available to all) Username and Password posted with the link. • Select Log In and log in with your individual username and password. Refer to the Course Selection brochure for assistance • Username: DCD-(Student Number) • Your student number is on your ID card • Password: Date of Birth (mmddyyyy) or the password you selected when you first logged in. If you have not changed your password, you will be asked to do so.

21. Handing In Your Course Selection Documents • Date: Thursday, February 21, 2019 • Students will be called to library in alphabetical order • Hand in: • Course Request Sign Off Sheet (with parent signature) • Student Activity Fee ($75). Two ways to Pay: • Online payment; print receipt and hand in • Cheques can be post-dated to May 1, 2019. • Co-op application form (if applicable) • SHSM application form (if applicable) • Course selection sheet and other applicable forms will then be handed to a Guidance Counsellor.

22. EDSBY • Stay connected with Guidance by signing up for EDSBY • You can activate and use EDSBY through your board issued email address. • You will receive important date reminders, presentations, scholarships, community service opportunities, graduation, etc