TRANSITION TO GRADE 9 ST. ROCH CATHOLIC SECONDARY SCHOOL

TRANSITION TO GRADE 9 ST. ROCH CATHOLIC SECONDARY SCHOOL

Prayer Welcome Welcome Class of 2022!! Format of the evening P. Marcolla Administration Parent & Student Perspective Program Presentation Math Curriculum Orientation Next Steps M. Adlam/J.Digby/K. Barbaza S. Tomolillo N. Coronel E. Rego/M. Rupcic S. Tomolillo

Principal s Remarks Mr. J. Quenneville

Parent & Student Perspective

Rugby/Dry fit top Khaki pant All black shoes NO headwear NO baseball caps Undershirts-black or white Uniform

Program Presentation Ms. Tomolillo

Structure of the School Day Period Time Warning Bell 8:00 Home Room 8:07-8:10 1 8:10-9:25 2 9:30-10:45 3A 10:50 11:30 3B (Gr. 9 Lunch) 11:30 12:10 3C 12:10 12:50 4 12:55-2:10

In the 2016-17 school year: Academic Success Facts 570 students achieved a minimum 80% overall average 177 Ontario Scholars in our graduating class 87.2% of grade 12 graduates went on to a post-secondary program at college or university

Ontario Secondary School Diploma 30 credits 18 compulsory credits 12 elective credits (4 religious studies & 8 electives) 40 hours of community service Literacy requirement

Community Service Hours Minimum of 40 hours completed over the 4 years of high school Encourages civic responsibility and promotes community values Build confidence in social situations and adult interaction Gain understanding of our obligation to others Students can begin July 1 st before coming to grade 9

Literacy Requirement The Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) is written in grade 10 Based on language and communication expectations of the curriculum up to and including grade 9 If a student is unable to meet the Provincial Standard in the first attempt: Remedial help will be given Student will have a second attempt at the test Grade 12 Ontario Literacy Course (OLC)

Grade 9 Math EQAO Written by all grade 9 students taking Applied and Academic Math Successful completion is NOT a diploma requirement Results count towards final grade 9 Math mark

Semester System School year is divided into two equal parts called semesters Students will complete 4 courses each semester for a total of 8 credits for the school year Semester 1-September-January Semester 2-February-June

Your Pathway Course types available to grade 9 students Academic level (D)- ENG1D1 Applied level (P)- MFM1P1 Locally Developed (L)- SNC1L1 Open level (O)- PPL1O1

Academic Works independently in a focused manner Completes homework consistently and completely Student consistently achieves level 3 and 4 in the subject area (all strands) Larger class sizes: 28-30 Course Types Applied Works in a focused manner (not always independently) May need assistance in organizing and completing homework Student consistently achieves level 1 or 2 in grade 8 subject (all strands) Smaller class size: 22-24 Locally Developed Works in a focused manner with prompting May begin work in class with direction Student is working below grade 8 level expectations in a subject Small class sizes: 15

Open O Courses Course expectations are suitable and appropriate for all students Open level courses are offered for Religion, Physical Education and Elective courses

The Grade 9 Program 7 Compulsory Courses Subject Locally Developed Applied Academic Teacher Recommendation (mandatory) English ENG1L1 ENG1P1 ENG1D1 Academic Math MAT1L1 MFM1P1 MPM1D1 Applied Science SNC1L1 SNC1P1 SNC1D1 Applied Geography CGC1PE CGC1P1 CGC1D1 Academic French FSF1P1 FSF1D1 Academic Religion Phys. Ed. HRE1O1 PPL1OM (male)/ppl1of (female)

Music Instrumental Music Business: Information Tech Visual Arts-FNMI Focus Exploring Technologies Exploring Technologies Learning Strategies The Grade 9 Program 1 Elective Course AMU1O1 AMI1O1 BTT1O1 NAC1O1 TIJ1OA -Cosmetology, Comm Tech, Hospitality TIJ1OB -Construction, Auto, Tech Design, Hospitality GLS1O1 2 nd Choice??? **If you are a student with an IEP you must circle GLE1O1 (above) AND one other elective (here)

Special Services Special Services Circle where appropriate The student has an IEP (Individual Education Plan) Yes No If yes, please circle Learning Strategies 1 GLE1O1 In most cases GLE1O1 will replace grade 9 French

Choosing Your Initial Pathway Select grade 9 courses that reflect your current & already demostrated strengths, skill sets, learning style and academic ability Review report cards/achievement from grade 6, 7 and 8 Consult with your grade 8 teacher

Altering your Pathway Students may be able to move from APPLIED courses in grade 9 to ACADEMIC courses in grade 10 Dependent upon the student s achievement In Math a transfer course is required Moving from LOCALLY DEVELOPED to APPLIED is also possible (extra steps)

Math Course Selection Mrs. N. Coronel

Grade 9 Math Courses Offered at St. Roch: Grade 9 Locally Developed Grade 9 Applied Grade 9 Academic

Work Place Bound Students This pathway is intended for students who do not intend to pursue post secondary education, but instead will be entering the work force after completing high school. MAT 1L1 Grade 9 Locally Developed Math MAT 2L1 Grade 10 Locally Developed Math MEL 3E1 Grade 11 Workplace Math MEL 4E1 Grade 12 Workplace Math

College Bound Students This pathway is intended for students who intend to study at the college level upon completion of grade 12. Students in this pathway should have achieved some success in elementary mathematics and are able to work collaboratively within a group, and also complete work independently when required. MFM 1P1 Grade 9 Applied Mathematics MFM 2P1 Grade 10 Applied Mathematics MBF 3C1 Grade 11 College Mathematics MCF 3M1 Grade 11 College/University Mathematics MAP 4C1 Grade 12 College Mathematics MCT 4C1 Grade 12 College Mathematics for Technology

University Bound Students This pathway is intended for students who enjoy and have been successful in mathematics through their school career. They intend on pursuing a math-based program at the university level (such as Science, Business, Engineering, etc.) MPM 1D1 Grade 9 Academic Mathematics MPM 2D1 Grade 10 Academic Mathematics MCR 3U1 Grade 11 University Mathematics MHF 4U1 Grade 12 University Mathematics MDM 4U1 Grade 12 University Mathematics (Data Management) MCV 4U1 Grade 12 University Mathematics

University Bound Students Part II This pathway is intended for students who will pursue a non-math program at the university level... MFM 1P1 Grade 9 Applied Mathematics MPM 1D1 Grade 9 Academic Mathematics MFM 2P1 Grade 10 Applied Mathematics MPM 2D1 Grade 10 Academic Mathematics MCF 3M1 Grade 11 College/University Mathematics MDM 4U1 Grade 12 University Mathematics (Data Management)

Choosing a Grade 9 Course You should choose Grade 9 Academic Math (MPM1D1) if You want thorough coverage of the material and need little repetition You enjoy working through word problems You learn from reading and traditional approaches and are ready for abstract thinking You need to know WHY rather than just HOW to do something You are achieving a minimum of 70% in ALL strands at the grade 8 level You LOVE math and are planning on entering into a Math-based program at the university/college level. You should choose Grade 9 Applied Math (MFM 1P1) if You need more repetition, hands-on activities, manipulatives and visuals You need to know HOW not necessarily WHY You need to use a calculator to perform basic operations You are a concrete thinker You are achieving between 55% and 70% in ALL strands at the grade 8 level You are a strong student who plans on entering into a non-math based program at the university/college level. You should choose Grade 9 Locally Developed Math (MAT 1L1) if You have difficulty with basic skills and require one on one assistance You are working on a modified program and are not at grade 8 level when you finish elementary school You are achieving 55% or lower in most strands on your grade 8 report card You enjoy practical math that can be used everyday (such as calculating tax, sale prices, measurement, etc.)

Keep In Mind. Every child is different Be realistic in course selection You will not close doors or miss opportunities if you make informed decisions At this time Look at education as a journey SUCCESS is the #1 goal

Making the Transition Easy Get Ready- Late August 2018 RISE Grade 9 Orientation Retreat Day- September 2018

Transition Timeline Transition Item September Initial correspondence between St. Roch Guidance and Gr. 8 Teachers October Grade 8 Open House Early November Take Our Kids to High School Day for feeder school students Early December Gr. 8 teachers ½ day session at St. Roch Early December Registration forms/payment due from feeder school students January Guidance counsellors go to feeder schools for myblueprint course selection session May SST/ARD go to Transition meetings at feeder schools August/September Get Ready Program and RISE Orientation Day

Registration: Next Steps Feeder school students (in boundary) Students attend Take Our Kids to High School Day- Nov 1st Peel & Non-feeder school students (in boundary) Ensure you live within the St. Roch boundary at www.stopr.ca Teachers given registration forms for their students Teachers and Parents discuss appropriate Pathway and Teacher Recommendations Parents complete registration forms and payment by Dec. 5th A. School Cash Online-Print receipt & send this and all forms to grade 8 teacher by Dec. 5 th Complete the pre-registration package Submit this and photocopies of all required documents by January 26 th or asap Student and parent will meet with one of our vice principals after which registration forms, course selection and payment can be completed. B. Debit/Credit/Cash- Come to St. Roch with forms and payment on Dec. 5 th 2pm-7pm

June 30, 2022