1. Pathways

2. A recent survey found...  Over 50% of Grade 7 and 8 students say they are stressed about their future  Over 75% of high school students say they worry about their future all the time Students and parents worry about making decisions for their future!

3. Agenda  Why is pathway planning important?  Apprenticeships  Professional Degrees  Applied Degrees

4.  All pathways are promoted and valued through the delivery of the curriculum and grade appropriate learning opportunities.  completion of the OSSD is supported through the implementation of an IPP – Individual Pathway Plan (Grades 7-12) using myBlueprint. Pathways

5. What is an IPP- Individual Pathway Plan ? WEB-BASED EDUCATIONAL PORTFOLIO  Starting in Grade 7, students track the growth and their career development competencies and plan for their future  Schools are required to put in place a process to support students in Grades 7 through 12 in establishing, reviewing, and revising their IPP

6. Supporting the IPP  Learning Strategies –GLS (grade 9)  Careers-GLC (grade 10)  Cooperative Education–Co-op  Course Selections

7. PATHWAY PLANNING Making a choice about a secondary school pathway involves:  thought,  consideration  Planning/research  time Students/parents need to review:  course options and  consider abilities, needs and aspirations.

8. How can we ensure that students get a better understanding of their interests, skills, and the opportunities available to them?  Analyzing academic history  Providing resources to students so they can Research, Research, Research…(Skills and Pathways and Careers)

9. School GOAL  Good Pathway which will allow my child to have a successful, fulfilling Career which allows them to live comfortably  We worry about the future…What does it look like for our kids? Parental GOAL  For students to Graduate with a diploma.  To move into a postsecondary plan that will allow the student to thrive and be successful.

10. MARKS ???? Show me the 98% What do Marks mean? Consider them Cosmetics. Instead consider the Curricular knowledge True meaning of 60% student missing 40% of the understanding to continue on to the next level.

11. How do I select Courses for next year? Consider what the Mark is telling you? Recommendation level 3 (70%) continue in the same level of course. If Mark is below or considerably above this consider a change in level. Academic/University Courses- Theoretical Applied/College Courses- Hands on (Application Based) Locally developed/Workplace Courses-Essential curriculum

12. Private Schools?  Research Private Schools  Do they have a mident #  Re-consider the reason Marks vs. Foundation

13. School Post-Secondary Planning Grade 9  Focus is a successful transition to high-school choose different types of courses (Level D, P or L)  Students start to make self discoveries about learning styles and skills (GLS course)  Researching Scholarships

14. Grade 10  All Students take the Careers Course start to explore some possible Careers.  Use grade 9 marks to make decisions about courses to take this year.  This year is about settling into high school life and possibly make decision about pursuing college or university courses next year.  Researching Scholarships…

15. Grade 11  All about exploring elective  start visits to postsecondary institutes University and College information sessions.  Close attention to marks, pre-requisites, interests  Consider both University and College programs

16. Grade 12 ALL about transitions to Postsecondary College Apprentice- ship University Workplace Applied Degrees Degrees Diplomas Post- graduate degrees Diploma Certificate Degrees Skills

17. Apprenticeship  Learning A Skilled Trade Under the Direction of Experienced Workers.  Exploring Apprenticeships at DSSS:  Co-op Placements  2 or 4 Credit Courses.  Gain Real World Work Experience.  Dual Credit Programs  Allows Students to Earn College Credits While Completing Their OSSD  College Credits Can be Applied to Future Diploma and Apprenticeship Courses.

18. Karen Marlatt Sheridan College Applied Degree Programs

19. Did you know…  Mohawk’s Quality Engineering Technician - Non Destructive Evaluation starting salary of $100,000  Fire Inspection Program- Fanshaw-$80 000 starting salary  Colleges offer excellent Aviation Programs  Client Relationship Manager in Toronto gets paid $100,000 a year  A university graduate plus formal accounting designation (CA/CMA/CGA/CPA) with 5 years experience as a Controller starts with a salary of $80,000 - $100,000 a year  Students who graduate from the Gaming Diploma at St. Lawrence College are 100% employed  Supply chain management program (Humber) are looking for students who excel in playing video games.

20. Professional Degrees  Dentistry  Law  Medicine  Pharmacy  Optometry  Chartered Accounting

21. Things to consider if aiming for a professional program  These programs are highly competitive  These programs consider well rounded students-marks are NOT the only thing considered.  No entry directly into these programs from high school  Usually require 2 to 4 year of undergraduate program at university  It is extremely important that when student consider an undergraduate degree they consider a profession that is their 2 nd choice.  Choose a program that is of interest which will help in attaining higher marks

23. Medicine  Average salary of a doctor is $150,000 a year  Every school of Medicine has a different requirement  There are 6 different schools in Ontario: Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine (McMaster University), Northern Ontario School of Medicine, University of Ottawa, Queen’s University, University of Toronto, Schulich School of Medicine (Western University)  MCAT is a requirement (consists of grade 12 Biology, Chemistry, Physics and English)  Generally, the basic requirements are three years of any undergraduate study with various courses in life sciences and humanities  Consider applying for QuARMS scholarship at Queen’s - winning students are guaranteed acceptance in a school of Medicine

24. Dentistry  Average salary of a dentist is $140,000 a year  Every school of Dentistry has a different requirement  There are 2 different schools in Ontario: University of Toronto (Faculty of Dentistry) and The University of Western Ontario (School of Dentistry)  Dental Aptitude Test (DAT) is a requirement  Generally, three years of any undergraduate study with various courses in biochemistry, physiology, life sciences and humanities

25. Law  Starting salary of a lawyer is about $66,000 a year that increases to 6 digits salaries after the first 5 years  Every school of Law has a different requirement  There are 7 different schools in Ontario: Lakehead University, Osgoode Hall Law School (York University), University of Ottawa, Queen’s University, University of Toronto, Western University, University of Windsor  LSAT is a requirement  Generally, three years of any undergraduate study, however almost all admitted students have completed a four-year degree. Most successful applicants present an “A” or higher on their best three full-time undergraduate years.  New LAW Degree (6 years) program through Laurier University with the University of Sussex (UK) that does not require the LSAT

26. Pharmacy  Average salary of a pharmacist is $110,000 a year  Every school of Pharmacy has a different requirement  There are 2 different schools in Ontario: University of Toronto and University of Waterloo  PCAT is a requirement  Generally, two years of undergraduate study is required, while completing courses such as university level introductory biology, introductory chemistry, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, calculus, statistics, biochemistry and humanities/social sciences. There will be an admission interview. Students must have taken SPH4U in high school.

27. Optometry  Average salary of an optometrist is around $75,000 to $95,000 a year  There is 1 school of Optometry in Ontario: University of Waterloo  OAT is a requirement  Requirement is a successful completion of at least 3 full years of university level science with specific course requirements, Optometry Admission Test, Admission Information Form, Optometrist and Character References. Minimum overall university average of 75%.

28. Chartered Professional Accounting  The median annual Accountant salary in Ontario, is $50,313, as of April 26, 2016, with a range usually between $45,648-$56,131 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. This could add up to over $100,000  The core academic qualification requirement consists of a 4-year, 120- academic-credit-hour university degree, or equivalent, in any discipline from any recognized degree-granting institutions, nationally and internationally; relevant experience gained during co-op work terms may qualify as prescribed practical experience, but not as academic requirement.  For more details please go to the following link: http://www.cpaontario.ca/Admissions/QualificationProcess/AcademicRequire ments/1014page1141.aspx

29. Information Session  ESL support information-Room 128 7:10 pm  Scholarship information-Library 7:20 pm  Volunteer Carousel in the Atrium