GRADE 8 PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION NIGHT

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1 We are not called by God to do extraordinary things, but to do ordinary things with extraordinary love. Jean Vanier GRADE 8 PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION NIGHT THE TRANSITION FROM GRADE 8 TO 9 Thursday, November 10, 2016

2 AGENDA Prayer Mr. Brian Dunn Welcome/Introductions Mr. Gino Montanari Catholic Education in Halton Mr. Gino Montanari School Council Ms. Sammi Khachi Student Services - Mr. Joe Calzonetti High School Format Important Dates for Grade 8 s Secondary Diploma Requirements Community Involvement Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test Types of Courses Locally Developed, Applied, Academic, Open English Course Levels Course Levels The Grade 9 Option Sheet The Student Services Website myblueprint School to Career Programs Student Life - Ashley D'Souza, Bana Al-Tahir, and one of their mentees

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7 THE JEAN VANIER WEBSITE jeanvanier.hcdsb.org Click on the Student Services button.

8 HIGH SCHOOL FORMAT 2 semesters September to January February to June Exam/culminating activity at the end of each semester 4 classes a day (75 minutes each) Lunch (40 minutes) 8:20 a.m. 2:20 p.m.

9 IMPORTANT DATES FOR GRADE 8 S ATTENDING CATHOLIC FEEDER SCHOOLS DATE November 2, 2016 November 10, 2016 November November 24, 2016 December 1, 2016 December 5-9, 2016 December 12, 2016 Early March, 2017 Grade 8 Student Visit to JV; Option sheets will be distributed to grade 8 teachers. Grade 8 Parent Night at JV, 6:30 p.m. Grade 8 Classroom Visits, mornings Option sheets sent home by grade 8 teacher. Due date for option sheets and $65 Activity Fee (payable online - NO CASH). Please return to the grade 8 teacher. Online course selection using myblueprint Print the Course Selection Sign-Off Sheet with signatures and return to the grade 8 teacher. Return the activity fees and myblueprint Course Selection Sign-Off Sheets to Jean Vanier Student Services. JV course verification sheets will be sent to grade 8 teachers.

10 IMPORTANT DATES FOR GRADE 8 S NOT ATTENDING MILTON CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Students not attending Milton Catholic Elementary Schools: can obtain their option sheet and registration form at the end of this meeting from Mr. Calzonetti are asked to return these with the $65 Activity Fee (payable by cheque/money order) to Jean Vanier Student Services office by December 1, 2016 between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.

11 SECONDARY DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS 30 credits: 18 compulsory courses 12 elective courses 40 hours community involvement Grade 10 Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test

12 COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Provincial guidelines governing placements Encourages civic responsibility and community values Minimal school involvement in placements Hours must be documented using a form available in the Guidance Office Students may begin community involvement on July 1, 2017

13 ONTARIO SECONDARY SCHOOL LITERACY TEST (OSSLT) Written in Grade 10, usually around the end of March Based on expectations up to & including Grade 9 If a student is unable to meet standards in first attempt they will: take the test again in, or may be directed to complete the Ontario Literacy Course in (OLC4O)

14 WHAT YOU NEED TO GRADUATE

15 ACADEMIC PLANNER 30 CREDITS IN 4 YEARS Grade 9 Grade 10 1 Religion Religion Religion Religion 2 English English English English 3 elective 4 Science Science elective elective 5 Geography History elective elective 6 French Civics/Career Studies elective elective 7 elective elective elective spare 8 elective elective elective spare Year Total: Grand Total:

16 TYPES OF COURSES The 4 th character of a course code denotes the year in which the course is offered. The 5 th character of the course code denotes the level of the course. Grade 9 and 10 Levels and 12 Levels Code Level Example Code Level Example P Applied ENG2P1 C College MBF3C1 D Academic ENG2D1 M College/ MCF3M1 L Locally Developed ENG2L1 U MCR3U1 O Open HRE2O1 E Workplace MEL3E1 O Open PPL4OM

17 ACADEMIC COURSES (D) e.g. ENG1D1 is Grade 9 Academic English Geared to students currently achieving 75% or higher in specific subject area Greater emphasis on THEORY as a basis for future learning Students who enjoy problem solving, working more independently and developing new ideas through research APPLIED COURSES (P) e.g. ENG1P1 is Grade 9 Applied English Geared to students currently achieving under 75% in specific subject area Emphasis is on PRACTICAL and hands-on application of learned concepts Students who enjoy to learn by doing, make connections between new ideas and their own lives

18 LOCALLY DEVELOPED COURSES (L) e.g. ENG1L1 is Grade 9 Locally Developed English For students working below grade level Less than 50% coming from grade 8 Offered in English,, and Science Lead to the workplace stream in grade 11 and 12 OPEN COURSES (O) e.g. HRE1O1 is Grade 9 Open Religion Open courses have one set of expectations and are appropriate for all students.

19 GRADE 9 ENGLISH COURSE LEVELS Grade Nine Applied English (ENG1P1) Intended for students interested in attending college diploma programs, pursuing apprentice programs, or the workplace directly from high school Reading Less independent readers (requires some support) Direct instruction of reading strategies with opportunities to practice with teacher support to work towards independent use of strategies Core works are mostly read in class with some supports to ensure understanding Class activities focus on comprehension, making connections and forming opinions about the characters, issues and themes Writing Focuses on using a variety of formats and using language accurately to clearly communicate ideas writing tasks include summary, news article and supported opinion (in preparation for OSSLT in grade 10 which they must pass in order to graduate) Students have opportunities to conference with the teacher during all stages of the writing process, scaffolding of skills Homework Class time is devoted to beginning (and perhaps completing) work Any incomplete work is done for homework Texts Sketches, Beowulf (graphic novel), Romeo and Juliet (film study and selected scenes), Alexandria of Africa Short pieces fiction and non-fiction from Nelson Literacy Grade Nine Academic (ENG1D1) Intended for students interested in pursuing university or college degree programs directly from high school Reading Independent readers Review of reading strategies; students select and use effective reading strategies independently Core works mostly read independently Class activities focus on analysis and forming conclusions about characters, issues and themes and writing techniques Writing Focuses on using a variety of formats and using language effectively to communicate and engage an audience writing tasks include summary, news article and supported opinion (in preparation for OSSLT in grade 10 which they must pass in order to graduate) the formal essay and MLA conventions are introduced Students have opportunities to conference with the teacher and peers during the writing process Homework Students will have more reading to complete outside of class time, including an independent reading project Students will be expected to work on writing tasks to bring to conferences Texts To Kill a Mockingbird, The Odyssey (graphic novel), Romeo and Juliet (film and text), The Secret Life of Bees, Short pieces fiction and non-fiction from Nelson Literacy Grade 9 Locally Developed English (ENG 1L1) available for students working below grade level in English. Intensive and individualized program which helps some students eventually enrol in the applied level but also allows for completion of high school.

20 Prerequisite Chart for ematics Grades 9-12 Calculus & Vectors Grade 9 Academic Grade 9 Applied Grade 10 Academic Grade 10 Applied Uni/College College Adv. Functions Gr 12 Data Management College Tech College Grade 9 Locally Developed Grade 10 Locally Developed Workplace Workplace

21 Academic - Pathway Calculus & Vectors Grade 9 Academic Grade 9 Applied Grade 10 Academic Grade 10 Applied Uni/College College Adv. Functions Gr 12 Data Management College Tech College Grade 9 Locally Developed Grade 10 Locally Developed Workplace Workplace

22 Applied - College Pathway Calculus & Vectors Grade 9 Academic Grade 9 Applied Grade 10 Academic Grade 10 Applied Uni/College College Adv. Functions Gr 12 Data Management College Tech College Grade 9 Locally Developed Grade 10 Locally Developed Workplace Workplace

23 Alternate College/ Pathway Calculus & Vectors Grade 9 Academic Grade 9 Applied Grade 10 Academic Grade 10 Applied Uni/College College Adv. Functions Gr 12 Data Management College Tech College Grade 9 Locally Developed Grade 10 Locally Developed Workplace Workplace

24 Workplace Pathway Calculus & Vectors Grade 9 Academic Grade 9 Applied Grade 10 Academic Grade 10 Applied Uni/College College Adv. Functions Gr 12 Data Management College Tech College Grade 9 Locally Developed Grade 10 Locally Developed Workplace Workplace

25 MATH COURSES Academic Course: Applied Course: Locally Dev. Course: Looks at essential concepts and related concepts Includes theory and abstract problems Greater focus on algebraic approaches Regular homework Focuses on essential concepts Concrete examples Emphasis on visual or hands-on methods Most work completed in class with some homework Focuses on key math skills and concepts Everyday problems Emphasis on mathematical literacy Almost all work completed in class Academic Learner: Applied Learner: LD Learner: Strong ability across all strands of math Good work habits and organizational skills Works well independently Benefits from review of prior skills (e.g. integers, fractions) Benefits from support for organizational & time management skills Benefits from support and reinforcement when applying new concepts or skills Benefits from individual coaching Benefits from practice of key numeracy skills Benefits from assessments based on smaller amounts of material

26 CHOOSING COURSE LEVELS Carefully consider Gr. 8 teacher s recommendations Carefully consider your child s learning skills Independent work, initiative, homework completion, goal setting, and problem solving Carefully consider your child s interests and possible career goals Students may choose to take a combination of applied and academic courses (i.e. academic English, applied math, applied science)

27 APPLIED/ACADEMIC COURSE CHANGES IN GRADE 10 Grade 9 Applied Grade 9 Academic Summer school course (4 weeks in July) Grade 10 Applied Grade 10 Academic

28 GR 9 OPTION SHEET

29 GR 9 OPTION SHEET AVI1O1 TIJ1O1

30 GR 9 OPTION SHEET Mrs. Smith

31 GR 9 OPTION SHEET Joe Student Joe Parent Dec. 1, 2016 Joe Principal The Student Activity Fee for the school year is $ $25 Yearbook $5 Student Agenda $5 Assemblies/Special Events $10 Co-Curricular (Arts/Athletics/Clubs) $10 After School Curricular (Literacy/Numeracy) $5 Facilitating Student Leadership $5 Awards/Student Recognition The Student Activity Fee supports activities and materials that enhance school life experiences; however, if there are concerns with the payment of this fee, please contact the school Principal.

32 Make sure to complete the back of the option sheet with all required signatures or it will not be accepted! Mrs. Cool Dec. 1, 2016 Joe Cool Mrs. Cool Dec. 1, 2016 Joe Cool Mrs. Cool Mrs. Cool Dec. 1, 2016

33 2016 REGISTRATION DATES Students from Milton s Catholic Elementary Schools: will receive their option sheet from the grade 8 teacher must return the completed Option Sheet and $65 Activity Fee (payable by cheque/money order or online) to the grade 8 teacher by December 1, 2016 will use myblueprint to choose their courses online. (submission will be enabled from December 5-9, 2015) Students not attending Milton Catholic Elementary Schools: can obtain their option sheet and registration form at the end of this meeting from Mr. Calzonetti must return these with the $65 Activity Fee (payable by cheque/money order) to Jean Vanier Student Services office by December 1, 2016 between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.

34 myblueprint.ca myblueprint is a web based program to help students with career/life planning. It takes the whole education community teachers, administrators, students and parents as well as the broader community to support students in successful education and career/life planning. Creating Pathways to Success, Policy and Program Requirements, Kindergarten to, 2013

35 SCHOOL TO CAREER PROGRAMS IN HALTON studentsuccess.hcdsb.org SHSM Programs Arts & Culture Athletic Performance and Sports Leadership Business Justice, Community Safety & Emergency Services Construction Energy Program Environment Health & Wellness Hospitality & Tourism Social Justice Info Communications Technology Horticulture & Landscaping Manufacturing or OYAP/SHSM Transportation Sports Performance OYAP Programs Specialty Programs Auto Body Brick Stone Masonry Carpentry/Cabinet Making Chef / Baker Child & Youth Worker Construction Craft Worker Child Development Practitioner Electrical Hairstylist HVAC Information Technology Precision Machining/Millwright Transportation Welder Early Childhood Educator Dual Credit Aesthetician BCP Trailhead CanFit Co-op Canadian Forces Co-op Construction Transition Halton Home Builders IB Program LINK

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37 THE JEAN VANIER WEBSITE jeanvanier.hcdsb.org Click on the Student Services button.

38 Student Life - Ashley D'Souza, Bana Al-Tahir, and one of their mentees EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES ATHLETICS Fall Football JR & SR Field Hockey JR & SR Girls Basketball JR & SR Boys Volleyball JR & SR Cross Country MIDGET, JR & SR Swimming VARSITY Golf VARSITY Winter Boys Hockey Hockey JR Girls Hockey Boys Basketball MIDGET, JR & SR Girls Volleyball JR & SR Badminton JR & SR Spring Boys Rugby VARSITY Girls Rugby VARSITY Girls Softball VARSITY Boys Baseball VARSITY Boys Soccer JR & SR Girls Soccer JR & SR Boys Lacrosse VARSITY Tennis VARSITY Ultimate Frisbee VARSITY Track and Field MIDGET, JR & SR All sports are dependent upon staff and student interest. OTHER Me To We/Development and Peace Culture of Life Students of Service (SOS) JV Historical Knights Art Club Band Choir Vanier Theater Knights Best Buddies SAA (Student Athletic Association) French Club School Reach Team Online Newspaper Yearbook Club Game Night Tech Crew Halton Skills Team DECA Mock Trial Chess Club Debate Team

39 QUESTIONS? Department heads are available in the atrium to answer questions. School to Career Programs (OYAP/SHSM/Apprenticeship) information is available in the atrium. Mr. Cond will be available to answer questions about the Athletic Performance and Sport Leadership SHSM in the theater.