1. Grade 11

2. When a student graduates from a Catholic School, we don’t only ask “What did you learn?” but “Who did you become?” ….Sister Clare Fitzgerald

3. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11 †a discerning believer formed in our Catholic Faith Community †an effective communicator †a reflective, creative, and holistic thinker †a self-directed, responsible, lifelong learner †a collaborative contributor †a caring family member †a responsible citizen Catholic Graduate Expectations

4. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11 Mapping out my last 2 years of High School 1.Graduation credits to be completed …….. 2.Interest or skill-based courses I want to take….. 3.Pathway preparation courses I will need…… 4.Co-op or Specialized Courses that will help me decide and prepare

5. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11

6. Now that you are a Senior!! Students are required to select courses according to their anticipated pathway to the world of work. Most students have three compulsory subjects remaining: Math, Religion & English, which leaves 5 options Grade 11 students will take 8 courses, no study periods (spares) Full Disclosure-All Grade 11 and 12 marks count Course selection in February is important. Future changes will be difficult, and, in some cases, impossible!

7. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11 TYPES OF COURSES

8. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11 Generally speaking…. Locally Grade 9 Applied, Workplace Developed AppliedCollege, Workplace some University/College (M) AcademicCollege, University/College (M), University, Workplace

9. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11 KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Subject-specific content acquired in each grade (knowledge), and the comprehension of its meaning and significance(understanding) CategoriesLevel 1Level 2Level 3Level 4 Knowledge of content (e.g., facts, terms, procedural skills, use of tools) demonstrates limited knowledge of content demonstrates some knowledge of content demonstrates considerable knowledge of content demonstrates thorough knowledge of content Understanding of mathematical concepts demonstrates limited understanding of concepts demonstrates some understanding of concepts demonstrates considerable understanding of concepts demonstrates thorough understandin g of concepts

10. Grade 11 U/C (MCF3M) Functions and Applications Grade 9 Academic (MPM 1D) Principles Grade 9 Applied (MFM 1P) Foundations Grade 10 Academic (MPM 2D) Principles Grade 10 Applied (MFM 2P) Foundations Grade 12 (MEL 4E) Mathematics for Work and Everyday Life Grade 11 Workplace (MEL 3E) Mathematics for Work and Everyday Life (MAT 2L) Locally Developed (MAT 1L) Locally Developed Grade 11C (MBF 3C) Foundations for College Mathematics Grade 11 U (MCR 3U) Functions Grade 12C (MAP 4C) Foundations for College Mathematics Grade 12 U (MDM 4U) Mathematics of Data Management Grade 12 U (MCV 4U) Calculus & Vectors Grade 12 C (MCT 4C) Mathematics for College Technology Grade 12 U (MHF 4U) Advanced Functions MATHEMATICS The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11

11. Grade 11Grade 12 1. ENGLISH 2. WORLD RELIGIONS2.CHURCH & CULTURE or PHILOSOPHY 3. MATH3. ANY REMAINING COMPULSORY COURSES 4. ANY REMAINING COMPULSORY COURSES 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

12. COMPULSORY FRENCH IMMERSION COURSES Gr. 11 World Religions – HRT3MZ Gr. 11 French Language & Literature – FIF3UZ Grade 12 Philosophy –HZT4UZ OR Church and Culture-HRE4MZ Grade 12 French Language & Literature- FIF4UZ

13. OPTIONS AVAILABLE TO YOU The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 10

14. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11 Five other courses- What do I choose? Art-Drama, Instrumental or Vocal Music, Visual Arts Business-Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Info Tech, Marketing Canadian and World Studies-World History, Travel and Tourism, Law Computer Studies-Computer Science Cooperative Education French Immersion- Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology and Sociology *** NEW** Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology and Sociology (English) HSP3U

15. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11  Health & Physical Education-Fitness, Phys. Ed.,  Guidance & Career Education- Learning Strategies  International Languages- Spanish, French  Science-Biology, Chemistry, Physics  Social Sciences & Humanities-Parenting  Technological Education-Transportation, Communication, Design, Construction, Computer Engineering

16. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11 ALL PATHWAYS LEAD TO THE SAME PLACE--WORK God created all of us as unique individuals so each and every person has the opportunity to develop a plan based on one’s interests, skills and values. ALL WORK IS VALUABLE!

17. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11 In the new world of work, security lies not in employment, but in EMPLOYABILITY.

18. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11 How to Prepare for the Changing World of Work KNOW YOURSELF – Know your smarts. – Know your interests. – Know your values. – Know your learning style. – Know your GIFTS. KNOW YOUR OPPORTUNITIES – Research the changing labour market. – Understand people’s changing needs and wants. – Research and understand your post-secondary options.

19. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11 Pathways to the World of Work- Apprenticeship Learning occurs in school and on the job. More than 150 opportunities available in the construction, industrial, motive power and service sectors. The in-school component is generally offered through community colleges. The majority of learning occurs during the paid on-the-job component.

20. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11 Preparing for an Apprenticeship Consider Cooperative Education and register under the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program No prerequisites, but many apprenticeships require strong math, communication and science skills. All apprentices must find employers to hire them.

21. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11 Pathways to the World of Work- College Prepares students for specific careers or career fields. Programs provide theoretical and technical knowledge and skills. Offers a range of credentials from one-year certificate to four-year degrees.

22. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11 Preparing for College Research prerequisites for each program and each college. They vary! Prerequisites can include non-academic requirements (e.g. portfolio, audition, interview, supplemental form). Colleges accept C, U, M, and sometimes O courses, but C courses are the main admission requirements. Grade 11 and 12 marks are used to determine acceptance to college programs. Exception: For Degrees, students must earn at least six 4U/4M credits.

23. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11 Pathways to the World of Work- University Offers a variety of degree programs that are theoretical in nature. Offers a range of credentials from a Bachelor of Arts Degree to a Doctoral Degree. Some Undergraduate Degrees lead to specific careers (e.g. Nursing and Engineering). Most Professional Schools require an Undergraduate Degree or prior university study (e.g., Dentistry, Social Work, Teaching).

24. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11 Preparing for University Research prerequisites for each program and each university. They vary! Prerequisites can include non-academic requirements (e.g. portfolio, supplemental form, audition, interview). Ontario universities accept U and M courses. Admission to Ontario universities requires a minimum of six 4U/4M credits. Early admission to Ontario universities is based on Grade 11 marks. Whether or not early admission is offered depends on the university and the program.

25. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11 Pathways to the World of Work- Workplace Some students will enter full employment directly after secondary school. Some students will seek employment to increase personal savings and one’s knowledge of self.

26. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11 Preparing for Work Take courses to prepare for the workplace. Consider courses in: Cooperative Education, Computer Studies, Business Studies, Technological Education, etc. Develop an essential skills portfolio (e.g. Ontario Skills Passport). Develop job preparation skills: professional resume writing, interview techniques. Research specific company and labour market information. Contact Employment Ontario agencies.

27. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION Try on a career!! Remember, in exploring work you’ll learn more about yourself, and in exploring yourself you’ll learn more about the work that interests you!

28. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 11 2 Credit Co-op (any subject area) Semester OneSemester Two Transportation Technology Chemistry MathEnglish ReligionTransportation Coop Physical Education

29. SHSM Sectors Arts and Culture Environment Health and Wellness Hospitality and Tourism Information and Communications Technology Manufacturing Sports Transportation

30. 1.Bundled credits A defined bundle of credits consisting of eight to 10 Grade 11 and Grade 12 credits, including cooperative education 2.Certification and training Sector-recognized certifications and training courses and programs 3.Experiential learning and career exploration activities Experiential learning and career exploration activities within the sector 4.Reach ahead experiences Learning experiences connected with the student’s postsecondary plans 5.Essential Skills and work habits Development of Essential Skills and work habits required in the sector, recorded using the tools in the Ontario Skills Passport (OSP) Components of a SHSM Program

31. About the 8 to 10 Credits Major Credits Comprise the Sector Focus 4 (always) Cooperative Education Credits Must be sector based 2 (always) Other Required Credits Always compulsory for Graduation Specified by Ministry of Ed Contain a Contextualized Learning Activity (CLA) 2-4

32. SHSM at MTS Health and Wellness – Medical/Health Care Focus Teacher contact: Mrs. Macdonald, Science Health and Wellness – Fitness Focus (NEW) Mrs. Campbell, Physical Education ** Other SHSM opportunities** Non-Profit- Community action and International Development - Mrs. McManus-Lee Business – Mr. Delaney Information and Communication Technology: Computer Programming and Computer Engineering – Mr. Floyd

33. ONLINE REGISTRATION Links to the Course Calendar can be accessed on the LDCSB home page under Students – Secondary School Calendars.LDCSB home page Follow directions on instruction sheet. Chrome seems to work better than Internet Explorer or Safari. Hand in course request sign-off sheet and student fee to the main office. The Journey Continues: Planning for a Successful Grade 10