AGENDA

1. WELCOME TO CENTENNIAL2019/2010 Programming Presentation for Middle School Students and Their Parents

2. AGENDA • Welcome and Introductions • Graduation Requirements • Grade 9 Program of Studies • General Information • Keys to Success • Questions and Discussion

3. SEMESTER SYSTEM z

4. There are two semesters each year Semester 1 goes from Sept to Jan Semester 2 goes from Feb to June Most students will have four courses in each semester to equal eight courses a year Some students may have more that eight courses per year if they are taking courses outside the timetable (before or after school or during lunch) such as music or fitness & conditioning

5. DAILY TIMETABLE z

6. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Fridays AM block 7:09 am - 8:25 am Period 1 8:25 am - 9:43 am Period 2 9:47 - 11:09 am Period 3 11:13 - 12:31 pm Period 4 12:35 - 1:53 pm Period 5 1:57 - 3:15 pm PM block 3:15- 4:31 pm

7. Wednesday Schedule AM block 7:09 - 8:25 am Tutorial 8:25 - 9:35 am Period 1 9:45 - 10:37 am Period 2 10:41 - 11:47 am Period 3 11:51 - 12:53 pm Period 4 12:57 - 1:59 pm Period 5 2:03 - 3:05 pm PM block 3:05 - 4:21 pm

8. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

9. Your son or daughter will be in the three year, 80 credit graduation program. All Grade 10, 11 and 12 courses will be part of your transcript. Some Grade 9's will have 10- or 11-level courses in their schedule. They must complete: 12 Required Courses 48 credits Career Life Education 4 credits Elective Courses (Grade 10, 11, and 12) 28 credits TOTAL 80 credits

10. REQUIRED COURSES FOR GRADUATION English 10, 11 and 12 12 credits Social Studies 10 4 credits A Social Studies 11 or 12 4 credits Science 10 4 credits a Science 11 4 credits a Mathematics 10 4 credits a Mathematics 11 4 credits Physical Education 10 4 credits A Fine Art/Applied Skill 10, 11 or 12 4 credits Career Life Education 4 credits Career Life Connections 4 credits Literacy and a Numeracy Assessments

11. GRADE 9 PROGRAM OF STUDIES z

12. Each student must take 8 courses: 5 required courses plus 3 elective courses Required Courses: English 9 Science 9 or Pre-AP Science 9 Social Studies 9 Math 9 or Math 9/10 Accelerated PE 9

13. Explanation of Math Courses: Math 9 is the math course that most Grade 9's will take at Centennial. Some students may need LEC and/or tutorial support Math 9/10 Accelerated is designed for students who are excellent math students who are interested in taking higher level math courses

14. Foundation of Math and Pre-Calculus 10 usually follows math 9 and leads directly to the academic math that will be required for direct entry into university and many post-secondary programs

15. A student who finds math very difficult, you might receive Learning Centre (LEC) support or Numeracy 9 instead of Math 9. A student who does not satisfactorily complete the Math 9 course requirements due to attendance, effort or work completion issues, will repeat the course at summer school or in Grade 10. A student may, with teacher recommendation, go directly into Workplace Math 10 in grade 10

16. Mathematically advanced students are encouraged to take the challenge exam for mathematics 9. The first sitting of this exam was on January 25th at Centennial. Students who are successful in this exam will be able to take Math 9/10 Accelerated in Grade 9

17. Students who continue to excel in this accelerated math program will be able to take AP Calculus or even register for a Douglas College or SFU math course in grade 12 This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-ND

18. Pre-AP Science 9 Students who excel in sciences may want to consider applying for the Pre-AP Science program. There is an application form for this program and they will need to be recommended by their science teacher but there is no exam for acceptance If they are accepted into the program they will take Science 9 in Semester 1 and Science 10 Honours in Semester 2

19. Grade 9 Elective Courses • Art Education 9 • Beginner Guitar 10 • Business 9 • Business Computer Applications 11 • Drafting, Design and Animation 9 • Drama 9 • Food Studies 10 • French 9* (French 8) • Hockey Academy – Hockey Skills 10 • Information & Communications Technology 9 • Japanese 9 • Music 9 Jazz Band/ Vocal Jazz (lunch) • Music 9 Concert Band/ Concert Choir (lunch) • Music Composition & Technology 10 • Photography 10 • Power Technology 9 • Spanish 9 • Fitness & Conditioning 10 (A.M) • Technology 9 Metal/Wood • Technology 9 Electronics/Power & Energy • Textiles Arts & Crafts 9 • Textiles 9 Sewing

20. Band & Choir Courses The majority of courses are one semester in length. Band 9 and Choir 9, however, are full year courses. Students meet on alternate days from September until June. Interested students will also have the opportunity to participate in Jazz Band 9 and vocal Jazz 9 this year. These courses are OUTSIDE the timetable. This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-SA-NC

21. Centennial Hockey Academy is a block in the timetable followed by a lunch block Hockey Academy Meeting January 30th at 6 p.m. This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-SA

22. ADDITIONAL SERVICES z

23. STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES -Learning Enrichment Centre -Peer Tutoring

24. MORE THAN JUST CLASSWORK……………. MORE THANJUST CLASSWORK

25. TIME WITH FRIENDS……… This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-SA This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-SA

26. EXPLORING OTHER COUNTRIES

27. Automotive Service Technician COOK TRAINING This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-NC

28. Clubs • After School Friendship Group • Aquatic Conservation Team • B.C. Co-op Club • Book Club • Bubble Cents • Business Club • Cancer Awareness • Debate Club • Drag Racing Club • Dragonboat • Eurotour • French Club • Games Club • Homework Club • Manga Club • Math Crew • Pete's Place • Photography Club • Recycling Group • Red Cross • Salmon Club • Science Club • Success Club • Swagga Dance Crew • VOX • Me to We Team • World Vision • Writer's Society

29. PERFORMING…..

30. ATHLETICS This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-SA

31. Aquatics Field Hockey Soccer - Sr. Girls Badminton Field Lacrosse Tennis Basketball – Gr. 9 Boys Football - Jr. & Sr. Track and Field Basketball – Gr. 9 Girls Golf Volleyball – Gr. 9 Girls Basketball – Jr. Boys Rugby – Jr. Girls Volleyball – Jr. Boys Basketball – Jr. Girls Rugby – Sr. Boys Volleyball – Jr. Girls Basketball – Sr. Boys Soccer – Sr. Girls Volleyball – Sr. Boys Basketball – Sr. Girls Soccer – Jr. Girls Volleyball - Sr. Girls Curling Soccer – Sr. Boys Wrestling

32. z z Taking Part in Student Organized Activities

33. z z Being a Part of School-Wide Events

34. KEYS to SUCCESSat Centennial This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-SA-NC

35. Careful course selection • Choose electives carefully • Second language requirements • Consult your Middle School

36. Good homework habits • Regularly scheduled homework time • Use planner or app effectively to record assignments/tests • Ask for help from teachers, attend tutorials • Ask for missed assignments if student is away from classes

37. z Attendance and School Involvement • Email or phone for absences • Avoid holidays during school time if possible but if you are going away your student will need to pick up a Vacation Form from their school counsellor

38. Full Use of Programs and Resources-tutorials-student support services-extra-curricular opportunities-counselling and career resource centre-library services

39. Home and School Communication-newsletters-daily bulletin & MyschoolDay app-anecdotals and report cards-websites-phone calls, emails, and counsellor contact

40. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions • Mrs. Thomas A-Ha mthomas@sd43.bc.ca • Mrs. Norlin He-Pa NNorlin@sd43.bc.ca Mrs. Temlett Pe-Z ttemlett@sd43.bc.ca • Thank you for coming to our Information Session! We look forward to working with you and your child next year.