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Welcome To MBSS

Welcome to MBSS! Get a great start to the year by transitioning from summer mode to school mode. Be yourself and excel with various programs, counseling support, and career guidance available. Fulfill graduation requirements, earn credits, explore trades programs, and plan for your future. Follow student policies, meet attendance standards, and strive for academic success. Embrace opportunities such as job shadows, volunteer work, and preparing for post-secondary education. Be an ALL-STAR student at MBSS!

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Welcome To MBSS

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  1. Welcome To MBSS Please - hats and phones off

  2. Make Your Mark… Have an ALL-STAR Year!

  3. Make Your Mark…Have an ALL-STAR Year! • A chance to get things off to a good start. • Time to shift gears from “Summer” mode to “School” mode. • You can be who YOU want to be! Administrators Mr. Thachyk Student last names A - G Mr. Kuhn Student last names H - N Mrs. Malfair Student last names O – Z Mrs. Steen Principal

  4. Make Your Mark…Have an ALL-STAR Year! • A chance to get things off to a good start. • Time to shift gears from “Summer” mode to “School” mode. • You can be who YOU want to be! Counsellors Mr. Harbour Student last names A - G Mrs. Corothers Student last names H - N Mrs. Dobbin Student last names O – Z

  5. Make Your Mark…Have an ALL-STAR Year! • A chance to get things off to a good start. • Time to shift gears from “Summer” mode to “School” mode. • You can be who YOU want to be! Support Programs • Aboriginal Education • International Education • Behavior Intervention • Learning Assistance • Resource Program • RCMP Liaison • Drug and Alcohol Counselling • Mental Health Clinician • LGBTQ Club • Library • Career Programs

  6. Make Your Mark…Have an ALL-STAR Year! Career Coordinators • Ms. Bedwell • Mr. Hurd • Mr. McParland Center Managers • Mrs. Rouleau- Career • Mrs. Gonzales - Counselling

  7. Please pull out your phones. (250) 984-0696 @mbsclp Please use your proper first & last name

  8. Make Your Mark…Have an ALL-STAR Year! • Job shadows • Spotlights • Volunteer opportunities • Finding a job • Post-secondary exploration • Resume and Cover Letter help • Transition Programs • SSA, BCIT, OC, ACE-IT

  9. WEX 12 Are you working or volunteering this year? If you complete 100 hours of work/volunteer experience (during grade 11 or 12) you can receive 4 credits Sign up in Career Centre

  10. Make Your Mark…Have an ALL-STAR Year! • A chance to get things off to a good start. • Time to shift gears from “Summer” mode to “School” mode. • You can be who YOU want to be!

  11. Grad Requirements You must be in a position to graduate WHAT THAT MEANS… • You are being successful in all of your classes • You have taken care of all of your school fees • You are in good standing with your school and your community Academics Attendance Behavior All requirements must be met in order to participate in grad activities

  12. Graduation Program • The grad program includes Grades 10, 11 and 12! • Total: 80 credits: • 48 required-course credits • 28 or more elective credits • 16 of these credits must be earned at the Grade 12 level • 4 credits – Graduation Transitions & MAP

  13. YOUR Graduation Program • A three year program • Courses = Credits Recommended 88 credits • Provincial Exam • Career Exploration • Volunteer/Work Experience

  14. Grade 11 Language Arts Social Studies Mathematics Science Planning 10 Electives aimed towards Focus Area Grade 12 Language Arts At least 4 Grade 12 Courses Graduation Transitions Electives aimed towards Focus Area Graduation Requirements Grade 10 English Social Studies Mathematics Science PE or Dance 12 credits of electives

  15. What YOU need to complete this year • Your M.A.P You need 30 hours of work/volunteer experience to graduate.

  16. Three Year Rule Students in our School District now have 3 years from the time they enter Grade 10 to complete graduation requirements in their District Secondary School.

  17. WeldingAuto RefinishingHairdressing - first semester Computer Info systemsDiesel Engine MechanicForestryElectricalAir Craft Maintenance Sheet Metal RV TechnicianCarpentry/JoineryAuto Collision repair/painting & refinishing Trades Programs Available DURING HIGH SCHOOL Find out more at the Career Centre

  18. You MUST complete your MAP in order to GRADUATECC’s will be coming into your English classes in two weeks My Action Plan Who am I? Budget Healthy Living Plan Transition Plan 30 hours of Work/Volunteer Experience

  19. DPA • Daily Physical Activity forms MUST be handed in by September 30th to the CC. • Must complete these forms to graduate!

  20. Preparing for the Future • Further education… • Universities, colleges, and training programs have specific requirements that vary with each institution

  21. Bursaries and Scholarships Find out more on the MBSS website or inquire in the Counselling Center

  22. Make Your Mark…Have an ALL-STAR Year! • A chance to get things off to a good start. • Time to shift gears from “Summer” mode to “School” mode. • You can be who YOU want to be!

  23. DISTRICT POLICY 401Role of the STUDENT • Display integrity and consideration of self and others • Strive to achieve your academic goals • Attend school regularly • Complete all learning tasks • Apply yourself to your studies • Respect the code of conduct • Follow policies and procedures • Respect school property

  24. ATTENDANCE • Difficult to do well if you are not here! • ATTENDANCE IS KEY • excused vs. unexcused • phoning in • signing in/signing out

  25. ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS • If you have to miss a class a parent/guardian must phone the attendance line • If you arrive late or leave early, you must sign in and out at the office • If you will be away for a long period of time, please email your teachers and contact the office • Students are expected to be in class on time and prepared to learn. If they are not they can be withdrawn from a course

  26. Grade 12 Spare • When you get to school during a Spare you need to sign in at the office and sign out when you leave the building. • If you are in the building and there is a fire drill, You must exit the building and check in on the field with the line closest to the end by the portables. • If you are in the building during a lockdown drill you will need to connect with the closest teacher in a classroom or teaching area.

  27. CODE OF CONDUCT • Attendance • Academic dishonesty • Dress • Smoking • Offensive language • Under the influence • Skateboards/Bikes

  28. MBSS PARKING

  29. Where can you park? • Grade 12’s with a Pass can park in the student stallsin the lot near the gym or along the fence by the tennis courts. • Grade 11’s and 12’s without a Parking Pass can park in the gravel lot. • Students can park along the curbs were it is allowed. • In the back of the school ONLY if your car is scheduled to be taken into a mechanics class. with a special parking pass.

  30. Where can’t you park? • In the staff/ visitor parking in the front of the school. • Against the fence across from the staff parking in front of the school. • In the staff parking behind the school.

  31. CODE OF CONDUCT OFF LIMIT AREAS • City of West Kelowna buildings • Arenas • Ball Diamonds • Swing Set in Regional Park OFF LIMIT AREA DURING CLASS • Smoke Pit • Parking lots - unless you are arriving or leaving school

  32. CODE OF CONDUCT Cell Phones Usage Cell phone and I-pods should not be used during class time unless teachers have given you permission as a part of the lesson plan

  33. GOOD NEIGHBORS RESPECT

  34. GRAD INFORMATION

  35. Important Dates • Sept 27 – Gr 12 Parent Night @ 6:00 pm • Nov. – grad photos begin – you will sign up online – even if you don’t want photos, you need to make an appointment • Dec. 14th: Maps • Dec 14th: Grad Winter Semi-Formal • April 19th – Spring Fling Dance • May 19th – Grad Banquet • June 22nd- Grad Ceremony

  36. Banquet vs Ceremony

  37. Grad Fees Can be paid online $85 – Ceremony $85 – Banquet -Any student with financial concerns needs to see their administrator as soon as possible

  38. Fees continued… Payment does not guarantee attendance – you must be in a position to graduate and in good standing Paying by cheque? – make them out to MBSS

  39. Grad Legacy • $10 – payment online • Purpose of grad legacy

  40. Grad Council Sept 15, 8:00 am in room 136. Open to all grade 12 students. Students plan and organize all the grad events. Build leadership skills -Class – meet every Fri morning -requires dedication, motivation, and creativity -credits earned -100 hours of class time and service See Mrs. Wowchuk for more info.

  41. Extra Tickets • We cannot guarantee extra tickets for the banquet and ceremony will be available. • Depends on the number of grads who opt to attend the banquet and ceremony • Determined early spring • We will advertise in announcements if they become available and how they will be distributed

  42. Extra Tickets • For banquet, please keep in mind that guests are invited to the dessert only (30 min). Dessert tickets are intended for parents and guardians. • Ask friends

  43. Extra Tickets • Ceremony - we will offer an overflow seating area for extra guests – tickets will be sold at the door for $5 • Watch a video live feed of ceremony • Overflow area is at Trinity Baptist

  44. Early Grads • You are responsible for keeping up with grad deadlines • Check the website on a regular basis • See Mrs. Wowchuk to ensure all grad requirements are completed before you leave MBSS

  45. Grad Gowns • Please fill out your last name, first name and height • Drop off your forms in the bins before you leave • Lanyards

  46. Have a great year!

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