Course Information Evening 2019-2020

1. Course Information Evening 2019-2020

2. Things to consider: • LCS Graduation Program requirements • Course pre and co-requisites • Career plans • University and college entrance requirements • www.educationplannerbc.ca • Academic strengths and weaknesses • Individual interest, ability, and spiritual giftedness • Balance in life

3. Course requirements at each grade level: • Grades 9 & 10 – Biblical Studies, English, Math, Physical & Health Education, Science, Socials, and two blocks of electives • Grade 11 – Biblical Studies, English, Math, Science, Socials, and three blocks of electives • Grade 12 – Biblical Studies and English, 6 blocks of electives

4. Post-Secondary Second Language RequirementsUBC – Language 11 requirement for all programs. Grade 12language is recommended for all students. Students without an additional Grade 12 language must take a language as part of their university studies.SFU - Language 11 requirement for all programs.UVic - Some programs require a Language 11 UBCO, UNBC, TRU, UFV, Capilano, TWU, Calvin, King’s, Redeemer, KPU - No second language requirement for general admission. However, for certain programs or individual courses a Language 11 or 12 is required or recommended, and may allow a student to skip a course.*subject to change, please check specific university admission requirements for current info

5. French Hybrid Option (Grades 9-12) • One morning class before school (once a week), lunch time (once a week), and flexible independent study • Gives students an opportunity to take other electives (ie: Art, Drama, Foods, Technology courses, etc.) • Students must be self disciplined and independent • Parent approval is required • Cynthia McCarthy: cmccarthy@langleychristian.com

6. English Courses • Grade 10 choices: • Literary Studies& Composition • Literary Studies & Creative Writing • Literary Studies & New Media • Literary Studies & Spoken Language • Grade 11 choices: • Composition • Literary Studies • New Media • Spoken Language

7. Math Program Overview MATH PROGRAM OVERVIEW • *Please Note: We offer Pre-Calculus 12 and Calculus 12, NOTApprenticeship Math 12 or Foundations of Math 12.

8. Indicators to choosing the right Math course: 1. Current mark 2. Teacher recommendation 3. Aptitude in Math 4. Career choice

9. Science 11/12 Options:

10. Socials 12 • 20th Century World History 12 • Genocide Studies 12 • Law Studies 12 • Physical Geography 12 *All students need at least one of these courses to graduate. They may take these courses in either grade 11 or 12.

11. Literacy and Numeracy Assessments Literacy Assessment – Literacy is the ability to make meaning from text and express oneself in a variety of modes and for a variety of purposes. This includes making connections, analyzing critically, comprehending, creating, and communicating. Numeracy Assessment – Numeracy is the willingness to interpret and the ability to apply mathematical understanding to solve problems in complex situations, and the perseverance to analyze and communicate these solutions in ways to relevant to the given context.

12. Literacy and Numeracy Assessments

13. Career Education Curriculum Grade 10 - Career Life Education Grade 12 - Career Life Connections 1. The Graduation Program 2. Vocation and Calling 3. Occupation and Post-Secondary Planning 4. Financial Stewardship

14. Spare or Work block: What is the difference? • Spares are given to students with at least five academic grade 12 courses. Academic courses are those that are accepted by post-secondary universities: Anatomy & Physiology 12, Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, English 12, French 12, Literary Studies 12, Physics 12, Pre-Calculus 12, and any of the Socials 12 courses. • Work blocks are given to students if they are taking a course outside of the regular timetable: Christian Ministry 11, Hybrid French 11/12, Leadership 12, Recreation Leadership 11, an Online course, Work Experience 12, or Youth Work in Trades 11/12.

15. Distributed Learning • Definition: Distributed Learning (DL) refers to alternative ways for students to  complete their Grad Program (grades 10-12), often through online learning, and through an approved BC DL School. A DL course may incorporate collaborative study through forums or online classrooms. • DL requires students to be independent and self-disciplined. • A student engagement agreement needs to be signed by both parent and student. • Speak to Student Services for a list of recommended schools. • Speak to Student Services BEFORE signing up for a DL course.

16. Youth Work in Trades 11/12 • This course gives students the opportunity to pursue a career in a certified trade through the Industry Training Association (ITA). • Students that are 15 or older can enroll in this program. They must formally register with the Industry Training Authority as Youth Apprentices. • Successful completion of the program earns students 16 credits towards graduation. Students who complete the program and obtain 900 hours of work will receive 18 additional credits towards graduation and a $1000 cheque from the government upon completion. • Students benefit from the contacts and references that are a natural result of becoming a successful apprentice. Students who take this course are cross enrolled with the Key Learning Centre.

17. Work Experience 12 (WEX) • Students who are accepted into the Work Experience program get “on the job” training in a chosen field. Full credit in the program requires: • 120 hours of work experience • Ongoing journal and log • Portfolio project • Evaluation by a mentor • This course helps students to develop various skills and knowledge in an occupation, helps them to determine career choices, create contacts and references, gives them on the job experience and helps them to connect classroom learning with workplace skills and knowledge. • Students who take this course are cross-enrolled with the Key Learning Centre.

18. External Credentials • Approved BC Ministry of Education courses, programs, and assessments developed outside the regular school system • Examples: ICBC Driver’s Education, Bronze Cross, Red Cross First Aid, RCM Music Courses, etc. • Complete list of organizations on the web: http://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/graduation/ext_credentials/ext_cred.php • Or search the course registry: http://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/datacollections/course_registry_web_search/search-home.en.php • Provide Student Services with official documentation

19. Course Selection Process • Course selection will be done online through MyEducationBC • Teachers will speak to students regarding their recommendations • Recommendations will also be emailed home to parents • A copy of what courses a student chose will go home for parents to sign *Parents and students are encouraged to make appointments with Student Services to get specific information for post-secondary planning.

20. Add/Drop Policy • Students have the first two weeks of the school year to add/drop courses • After the add/drop period ends, students will need to complete an add/drop form that will need to be signed by: • The “Drop” Course teacher • The “Add” Course teacher • Parent/Guardian • Student Services • Administrator (Principal or Assistant Principal)

21. Stay Connected! LCS On The Go App: Subscribe to the Student Services group! Website: www.langleychristian.com/high-school-student-services Jacky Huberts: jhuberts@langleychristian.com Brent Westerink: bwesterink@langleychristian.com