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1 Secondary School Information Sessions!
Thomas Street Middle School Welcomes our Grade 7+8 parents and students to Secondary School Information Sessions!

2 More Information GO TO www.peelschools.org Click on SCHOOLS Click HERE
#tsmsguidance GO TO Click on SCHOOLS More Information Click HERE

3 ? Where should YOU go ? 90% of our students will be heading to their home school for this area, John Fraser S.S. Peel has recognized that some students require different academic programming and experiences to ensure that they are successful and have developed programs for students in the following areas: AP - Advanced Placement IBT - International Business and Technology IB - International Baccalaureate Sci-Tech Transportation Technology Vocational/Life Skills Gifted ELL The Arts Graphic Design Management ASD /DD programs Strings For more info, go to

4 Regional Secondary School Timelines for 2016/2017
Program School Information Nights Electronic Application Period HOME SCHOOL & Advanced Placement John Fraser Oct 06, 2016 Regular-6:00 p.m. AP – 7:30pm Nov Arts Cawthra Park Oct. 26, 2016 6, 7, or 8pm Graphic Design Management Gordon Graydon Oct 13, 2016 7:00pm IB (MYP/DP) Erindale Nov. 03, 2016 5:30pm or 7:15pm IBT Meadowvale TBA – see website Int’l & Exec. Leadership Academy T.L Kennedy Nov 08, 2016 7:00 p.m. SciTech Port Credit Oct. 27, 2016 6:00 p.m. Sports Applewood Oct. 05, 2016 7pm Strings Transportation Technology Bramalea 7:45pm French Immersion Streetsville Sept 28, 2016 NA Enhanced Learning Program The Woodlands 6:30pm Applied Skills Pathways Program West Credit Regional Secondary School Timelines for 2016/2017

5 HOME SCHOOL John Fraser S. S John Fraser will be the home school for most of our students, unless students have special needs or are interested in a Regional or Specialty program. JF also houses the ESL program for this area of Peel. Because it is our Home School, upon the completion of grade 8, students will automatically be accepted into the grade 9 program. John Fraser provides excellent facilities with a variety of diverse and exciting opportunities offered throughout the academic and extracurricular programming. Excellent arts programs including drama, dance and specialty visual arts programs including photography, media arts and design arts. Strong in design, transportation and communications technology along with computer programming and engineering.

6 Why Choose John Fraser? THE ARTS SPORTS
If you like TSMS then JF has everything we offer but designed for teenagers. Including: Incredibly safe and conveniently located dedicated and caring families and students Ranked Top 3 Secondary School in Peel by the Fraser Report Advanced Placement and SHSM – Health and Wellness & Arts and Culture EQAO results Grade 9 Math 94% and OSSLT 91% THE ARTS You can take a variety of Arts courses each year and not have to specialize in just one. Each year the Arts department hosts an Arts evening showcasing student work from all of their arts and media departments including: Art Gallery Silent Films Drama, Dance and African dance Performance Guest Speakers – JF Alumni including Genie Nominated Director/Writer Rickie Mehta (Amal)  SPORTS  John Fraser has a very successful athletics program.  In the fall, we have boys volleyball, girls basketball, girls field hockey (ROPSSAA champs this year), cross country running, and girls flag football (ROPSSAA champs a few years ago).  In the winter, we have girls volleyball (ROPSSAA finalists or champs over the last 5 years), boys basketball, boys and girls nordic skiing, table tennis, archery, badminton (ROPSSAA champs last year) and swimming (many winning individuals and teams).  In the spring our teams include (boys and girls) soccer, track and field and rugby (team travels to OHIO for a tournament), girls softball and boys cricket. John Fraser also has an ice hockey team.

7 Extra-curricular Programming
Amnesty International Arts Council Badminton Team & Club Baseball (Varsity) Blue notes Book Club Boys Rugby Chess Club Christian Club Concert Band Creative Writing Club Cross Country Skiing Nordic Skiing Cross Country Running DECA Business Club Drawing Club Environmental Club FAC – Fraser Athletic Council Fraser Dance Theatre Fraser on the Fringe – Drama Presentations French Club Fuzion – Dance, Drama, Art Show Girls Flag Football Girls Softball (slo pitch) Girls' Weightlifting Club Golf Team Gr. 9 Band Jazz Band Jr. Boys Basketball Jr. Boys Volleyball Jr. Girls Basketball Jr. Girls Soccer Jr. Girls Volleyball Law Club Math Club Mini Math Contest Mississauga Marathon Model UN Multi-Cultural Club MSA (Muslim Student Association) Music Council Outreach (Mississauga Crime Prevention) Positive Space (Friends/supporters of Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, Trans-Gender, Questioning students) Robotics Club Royal Treatment (Student Ambassadors) S.A.C. – Student Activity Council Science Contests Ski Club/Snowboarding Stage Crew Student Newspaper Swim Team Tech. Crew (Audio-visual) Tennis Track & Field Weightlifting Club White Pines Reading Club

8 Home School vs Regional Program
Variety Focus Clientele Transportation Convenience Organization

9 Brampton Toronto Oakville

10 Application Process HOME SCHOOL: All done through TSMS
Nov 14 – Dec 02, 2016 Regional Program Research Online application – Nov Other Preparation

11 Advanced Placement REGIONAL PROGRAMS @ John Fraser SS
The Advanced Placement (AP) program allows students to pursue university-level studies while in secondary school. Students can earn a first-year university credit for each AP credit achieved. In grades 9 and 10, students in the AP program will fulfill the requirements of the Ontario curriculum, while experiencing additional enrichment to prepare them for the senior level AP courses. At the senior level, students select from available AP courses and work towards successful completion of the AP exams. Subject areas include English, mathematics, science, social science and French. The program is designed to enable students to think deeply and take personal responsibility for their learning. For more info, go to

12 Arts @ Cawthra Park SS REGIONAL PROGRAMS
 At the secondary level, students accepted into the Arts Program will experience a comprehensive education in an arts discipline of their choice, while learning the Ontario curriculum. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in a variety of arts experiences including guest artists in the classroom, field trips and co-curricular activities. Students must audition to be accepted into the program. Information about the audition is available from each of the schools. Students can audition for the arts program in grade 9 without having attended the program in middle school. Space permitting, students can audition for entry to the program in grade 10, 11 and 12. Students receive a certificate upon completion of the program. For more info, go to

13 International Baccalaureate (IB)
REGIONAL PROGRAMS International Baccalaureate (IB) @ Erindale SS The International Baccalaureate program provides a stimulating academic environment that celebrates learning and connects it to the world outside the classroom. It emphasizes awareness and acceptance of all cultures and attitudes, and fosters an understanding of how and why we learn. The International Baccalaureate program is designed by the International Baccalaureate Organization, a non-profit Swiss-based educational foundation. It was formed in 1968 with an initial goal of establishing a common curriculum and university entry credentials. Upon completion of the IB program, students earn a diploma that is recognized by universities internationally.    For more info, go to

14 REGIONAL PROGRAMS @ Meadowvale SS
International Business and Technology (IBT) @ Meadowvale SS The International Business Technology (IBT) program provides students with a challenging program in all academic areas. Students enrolled in the program will explore subjects from a global perspective.Since the program began in 1994, it has become a recognized leader in: business and entrepreneurial innovation the use of technology to support learning the development of positive student attitudes towards academics, personal management and teamwork providing students with lifelong learning strategies that encourage success For more info, go to

15 SciTech REGIONAL PROGRAMS @ Port Credit SS
The SciTech program integrates a hands-on, minds-on philosophy and provides students with an interactive approach to learning. The program is enhanced through the science and technology curriculum and through participation in activities such as excursions, guest speakers, competitions and clubs.    Students can apply for the SciTech program in grade 9 without having attended the program in middle school. In grades 9 and 10, SciTech students will explore a range of technology and science skills, knowledge, applications and career pathways. In grade 11 and 12, students will focus on an interest in a science or technology pathway. Students receive a certificate upon completion of the four-year program. For more info, go to

16 Strings REGIONAL PROGRAMS For more info, go to www.peelschools.org
Port Credit SS Students enrolled in the Regional Strings program (for violin, viola, cello and bass) have the opportunity to explore the many facets of string playing through Chamber Strings (for advanced players), Intermediate Strings (for students with one or two years experience), and Beginning Strings (for students with no previous experience). While still completing the Ontario curriculum, students in the strings program will experience a range of musical opportunities including performing with full orchestra and ensemble, professional coaching sessions, attendance at live concerts and rehearsals, master classes with professional musicians, and an educational excursion to Europe in alternate years. Students receive a certificate upon completion of the four-year program. For more info, go to

17 Skilled Trades Applied Pathways Program
REGIONAL PROGRAMS Skilled Trades Applied Pathways Program @West Credit SS This new program will be open to grade 8 students who are truly interested in pursuing their passion in one or more skilled trade. It is open to all students (IEP or not) who do not require Vocational Placement. This program meets the requirements of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) and would provide a pathway to college or an apprenticeship in a skilled trade. What makes this program different from a regular applied stream program? Students will have an opportunity to explore 4 credits in the following trade areas in Grade : Automotive, Child Care, Construction, Cosmetology, Hospitality (Chef training and baking), Horticulture (Green Industries) and Manufacturing. In Grade students have the opportunity to explore double credits in a trade area of their choice, will be able to make connections with local colleges, gain valuable experience and apprenticeship competencies in a number of trade areas, and have cooperative education placements in the trade area of their choice. For more info, go to

18 French Immersion @Streetsville SS
French Immersion students from Dolphin, Edenwood, Erin Centre, Hazel McCallion and Thomas Street Middle Schools are eligible to apply to be part of the Secondary French Immersion program at Streetsville SS. Students in the French Immersion program take one third of their courses (10 credits) in French including: Grade 9 – French Geography, French, and Science at the Academic Level with non-immersion courses available at either the Academic/Applied levels. Upon successful completion of the program, students are granted a Certificate of French Immersion Studies.

19 Woodlands S. S. West Credit S. S. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS
The Woodlands houses the Enhanced Learning Program, and is therefore only available to identified Exceptionally Gifted students. Such programming may include advanced study, independent study, mentorship programming and specific involvement in co-curricular activities. West Credit S. S. West Credit offers south Peel's Vocational Program. This setting is reserved for students who would benefit from a more hands-on and entrepreneurial approach to learning, with an emphasis on further developing their life skills. Only students who qualify and are identified through the ISRC process will be accepted.

20 Gordon Graydon S.S. T.L. Kennedy S.S. Bramalea S.S. REGIONAL PROGRAMS
Graphic Design Management T.L. Kennedy S.S. International and Executive Leadership Academy Bramalea S.S. Transportation Technology * Electronic Application Period - TBD For more info, go to

21 Please contact interested schools for timelines and more information.
Separate School Board Please contact interested schools for timelines and more information.

22 More Information GO TO www.peelschools.org Click on SCHOOLS Click HERE
#tsmsguidance GO TO Click on SCHOOLS More Information Click HERE

23 Electronic Application Period
Program School Information Nights Electronic Application Period HOME SCHOOL & Advanced Placement John Fraser Oct 06, 2016 Regular-6:00 p.m. AP – 7:30pm Nov Arts Cawthra Park Oct. 26, 2016 6, 7, or 8pm Graphic Design Management Gordon Graydon Oct 13, 2016 7:00pm IB (MYP/DP) Erindale Nov. 03, 2016 5:30pm or 7:15pm IBT Meadowvale TBA – see website Int’l & Exec. Leadership Academy T.L Kennedy Nov 08, 2016 7:00 p.m. SciTech Port Credit Oct. 27, 2016 6:00 p.m. Sports Applewood Oct. 05, 2016 7pm Strings Transportation Technology Bramalea 7:45pm French Immersion Streetsville Sept 28, 2016 NA Enhanced Learning Program The Woodlands 6:30pm Applied Skills Pathways Program West Credit

24 Features of O.S.S.D. OSS diploma
30 credits (18 compulsory, 12 optional) 40 hours Community Involvement Successful completion of the Grade 10 Literacy Test

25 Compulsory Credit Requirements
4 English (1 per grade) 3 Math (1 in Gr. 11/12) 2 Science 1 Arts 1 Canadian Geography 1 Canadian History 1/2 Career Studies 1/2 Civics 1 F.S.L. (French) 1 Health and Phys. Ed. 1 additional credit in one of Arts, Business, H.&P.E. or Co-op 1 additional credit in one of Canadian & World Studies, English, Social Science, Third Language or Guidance & Career Education or Co-op 1 additional credit in Science (Gr. 11/12), or Technological Education, (Gr. 9-12) or Co-op

26 Compulsory Courses Needed to Graduate
1 additional credit in one of Arts, Business, H.&P.E. or Co-op 1 additional credit in one of Canadian & World Studies, English, Social Science, Third Language or Guidance & Career Education or Co-op 1 additional credit in Science (Gr. 11/12), or Technological Education, (Gr. 9-12) or Co-op

27 40 Hours Community Involvement
Student responsibility, over 4 years, start early. Benefits include: gaining work experience, giving back to the community, learn more about yourself … Parental support and monitoring required Starts as soon as you complete grade 8. School Provides forms with more information at - “Student Stuff” - "Your time counts".

28 Grade 10 Test Literacy Test - OSSLT
Written in Grade 10 Evaluates reading and writing skills in all subject areas up to end of Gr. 9 Designed and marked by EQAO staff Student result reported as “complete” when successful Not successful? Support (lunch, after school) Re-write until they get it O.S.S. Literacy Course (g.12) IF student eligible to write test twice AND IF failed at least once test may be re-written

29 Course Types Open Locally Developed Applied Academic
Designed to prepare you for further study in certain subjects Physical Education/Health, Arts, Business, Tech Open Focus on essential skills Provides additional support to upgrade your knowledge and skills through practical activities to develop literacy, numeracy and problem solving skills Locally Developed More hands on and teacher guided Develop knowledge through practical and concrete applications with some theoretical application Applied Choices must be made in grade 8 concerning whether to take academic, applied, or locally developed courses. Grade 8 teachers, elementary guidance counsellors, and parents can provide advice with grade 9 course selection. When picking courses ask yourself, have I demonstrated that I have the skills necessary to be successful in these courses? It is really important for you to experience success in grade 9 – studies have shown that students who are unsuccessful with grade 9 courses are at greater risk of not graduating. More independent learning, faster pace, & higher level thinking Develop knowledge and skills by emphasizing theoretical and abstract applications of essential concepts and explore related concepts Academic

30 Course Types Grades 9 & 10 Grades 11 and 12 Locally Developed
Applied Academic Grades 11 and 12 Workplace preparation College preparation College/University preparation University preparation

31 Locally Developed Courses (L)
Lead to Workplace courses (directly) Suitable for students who have a pattern of difficulty or gaps in core subjects Hands-on, real-life problems & examples as much as possible Develop literacy, numeracy, problem-solving, decision-making, communication skills

32 Applied Courses (P) Lead toward college and work level courses (directly) More time More guidance from teacher Emphasize: Practical, real-life applications and examples

33 Academic Courses (D) Lead toward university level courses (directly)
More independent learning Emphasize theory, but include some practical, real-life applications

34 Applied or Academic? can lead to either Applied or Academic stream in Grade 10 Crossover materials recommended Transfer course required for Math in the summer Students may take Applied courses in some subjects and Academic courses in other subject areas

35 Which Course Type? Think about: Work habits Learning preferences
Time management, homework, assignments Learning preferences “Book-learning” versus “hands-on” Academic achievement so far Independence How much guidance is needed to get started? TEACHER RECOMMENDATION

36 Percentage of Ontario students completing OSSD in 4 or 5 years in relation to the number of courses failed in Grades 9 and 10 89.3 74.7 Percentage of students completing the OSSD 59 The more appropriate they are placed the less issues (social, absentee, anxiety) The number of courses failed in Grades 9 and 10 was directly related to OSSD completion within five years Grade 9 marks were a strong predictor of OSSD completion. Students with marks between 50% and 59% were less than half as likely to graduate as those with marks over 75%. 28.2 1 2 # of failures in grades 9 and 10 none 3 or more 36

37 Students prepare to move to 4 post-secondary destinations
Apprenticeship Workplace College University A recent Alan King study predicts that, by 2004, approximately 1/4 of students will proceed to each destination

38 Students prepare to move to 4 post-secondary destinations
Apprenticeship Paid, hands-on, short in-school sessions Colleges, training centres (union) Career path: supervisor, trainer, entrepreneur College Practical, focused, occupation-driven dental hygiene, animation, laboratory technology University Theoretical, abstract, general background in subject History, political science, science, fine arts Work On-the-job Continuing Education (colleges, vocational schools) Certification for specific work-related skills, knowledge A recent Alan King study predicts that, by 2004, approximately 1/4 of students will proceed to each destination

39 What happens to Ontario Grade 9 Students?
6% Apprenticeship 20% College 34% University 25% Workplace (without OSSD) 15% Workplace (with OSSD)

40 1st year Physics at U of T

41 How many of you would like to become a dentist or a doctor?

42 This Many will make it

43 Many people have a misguided understanding that success resembles the image on the left: a clear, straight path from point A to point B In reality, success more closely resembles the picture on the right. Life throws us for many loops. The path isn’t always direct or clear and we can face hurdles along the way. Success doesn’t come easily and it can sometimes take us longer to find success than we expect. Sometimes we face experiences that seem to take us away from that path, but those experiences are valuable in their own right, even when they are difficult. It is during challenging times that we often learn important life skills such as determination and resiliency. Ultimately success comes in many shapes, forms, and directions…there isn’t a “cookie-cutter” way of achieving success! This new government document, ‘Creating Pathways to Success’ emphasizes these ideas.

44 Careers and Success GRIT
Extraordinary People GRIT

45 Focus Student development Interpersonal development Career development
There are 3 main areas of focus: Student development – habits and skills necessary for learning Interpersonal development – the knowledge and skills required to effectively interact with other people Career development – setting short and long term goals in planning for the future Creating Pathways to Success considers these 3 areas of learning and how they all relate to career/life planning

46 Emphasis on student development
Student growth in 3 broad areas of learning emphasized Student development Learning about learning, setting goals, adapting to change, lifelong learning Interpersonal development Self-management, getting along, social responsibility Career development Self-assessment, exploring education, training and careers, education and career decisions, employability

47 Experiential Learning
Co-operative Education (Co-op) Earn credits by learning at work Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) Earn some apprenticeship hours AND finish high school AT THE SAME TIME

48 Cooperative Education courses
Students earn coop education credits by integrating class work with learning experiences in the community Allows students to develop job-related skills and explore possible destinations Some students will earn cooperative education credits in Grade 11, some students in Grade 12 Based on a course in which a student is, or has been enrolled

49 Coop Placements University College Apprenticeship Workplace
Teaching, Nursing, Veterinarian, Medicine, Law, Accounting, Business, Graphic Designer College Hotel Management, Nursing, Vet Tech, ECE, Television Production, Police, Esthetician, Fitness Instructor, Youth & Child Care Worker, Photographer Apprenticeship Cook, Auto Service, Technology, Carpentry, Chef, Hair Stylist, Landscaping Workplace Admin Assistant, Armed Forces, Hair Stylist, Data entry Operator, Animal Attendant, Photographer

50 Possibilities College University Post-Grad Applied Degrees
Collaborative programs Degree + Diploma Transfer agreements College University College Diplomas University Degrees

51 Traditional Apprenticeship
More Possibilities Pre-Apprenticeship Diploma Work Apprentice Apprenticeship Certificate of Qualification (“ticket”) College Diploma Work On-the-job training Traditional Apprenticeship Work School Work

52 New Programs SST – Student Success Teacher/Program
Credit Recovery – Up to 2 credits in a semester Dual Credits – Secondary/College Substitutions – up to 3 Compulsory Credit for Community Hours

53 What if I need HELP! Arrange extra help with teacher Senior Scholars
Lunch & after school Learning strategies (GLS 1O0) Special Education? Information passed on self-advocate Guidance Centre Workshops, Individual counselling Peer Coaches

54 What Should I Choose? The right “fit”:
Daily activities that fit interests/passions Lifestyle & workstyle that fit values Education/training environment that fits learning style Requirements that fit abilities/skills/talents

55 For more information Consult the following web-sites
Peel District School Board Ministry of Education Secondary and post-secondary institutions See Mr. Morosin or your homeroom teacher

56 Thank-you ! The next 4 years of your life may shape your futures and therefore requires very serious consideration. You have many options and a whole new world to look forward to in high school. Choose wisely and make an intelligent, informed decision for your futures…you won’t regret it! GOOD LUCK ! QUESTIONS ?


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