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COURSE BOOK
Gr. 10 - 12
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Kelowna Secondary School 1079 Raymer Avenue, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 4Z7 ~ 250-870-5105 ~ www.kss.sd23.bc.ca
KELOWNA SECONDARY SCHOOL
École Secondaire Kelowna Secondary
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Photograph by Corinna Nicol
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GRADUATION PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS…………………………………………………………….. 6
ADVANCED PLACEMENT PROGRAM……………………………………………………………………... 8
CENTRAL OKANAGAN DUAL CREDIT PROGRAMS……………………………………………………. 9
CENTRAL OKANAGAN SCHOOL-BASED ACE-IT PROGRAMS………………………………………. 10
CANADIAN SPORT SCHOOL PROGRAM…………………………………………………………………. 12
COURSE SELECTION FORMS
Gr.10…………………………………………………………… 15
Gr.11…………………………………………………………… 19
Gr.12…………………………………………………………… 20
COURSE CODES – Grade 10………………………………………………………………………………….. 21
COURSE CODES – Grade 10 – 12 (complete listing)………………………………………………….. 22
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS - REQUIRED COURSES
French Immersion……………………………………………………………………………….…… 28
English…………………………………………………………………………………………….…….. 31
English Language Learner…………………………………………………………………………. 35
Social Studies……………………………………………………………………………………….…. 36
Mathematics……………………………………………………………………………………….….. 40
Science…………………………………………………………………………………………………... 43
Languages…………………………………………………………………………………………….… 48
Career Planning…………………………………………………………………………………….…. 51
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS - ELECTIVE COURSES
Art……………………………………………………………………………………………….………. 52
Business Education………………………………………………………………………….……… 53
Computer Science………………………………………………………………………….……….. 55
Drama……………………………………………………………………………………………….….. 57
Home Economics……………………………………………………………………………………. 59
Media Production…………………………………………………………………………………… 61
Modern Dance……………………………………………………………………………………….. 64
Music……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 65
Physical Education………………………………………………………………………………….. 68
Technology Education……………………………………………………………………………... 72
BC POST SECONDARY OPTIONS
Entrance Requirements to B.C. Universities…………………………….…………………… 77
Entrance Requirements to B.C. Colleges……………………………………………………… 77
PSI Resources…………………………………………………………………………………………. 78
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Students must meet all graduation requirements, totaling 80 credits, over the course of grades 10 to 12.
A full course is worth 4 credits and a 10-week course is worth 2 credits. At least 16 credits must be at
the grade 12 level, including Language Arts 12, and 3 other grade 12 courses.
Students must also complete requirements for Daily Physical Activity.
Students must successfully complete courses as noted below:
SUBJECT AREAS MINIMUM CREDITS
A Language Arts 10 (English) 4
A Language Arts 11 (English, English Honours or Communications) 4
A Language Arts 12 (English, English Honours, English AP, English First Peoples, or Communications)
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Social Studies 10 4
Social Studies 11 or First Nations Studies 12 4
Science 10 4
A Science 11 4
A Mathematics 10 4
A Mathematics 11 4
Physical Education 10 or Dance Fitness 10 4
Planning 10 (Gr. 10’s will take this requirement in Gr. 11) 4
Grad Transitions 12 4
*A Fine Arts and/or Applied Skills 10, 11 or 12 4
Total: 52 credits
ELECTIVE CREDITS Students must earn at least 28 elective credits. They can be for:
Additional grade 10, 11 or 12 Ministry-Authorized courses
External credits
Board/Authority Authorized courses
Post-secondary credits
Independent Directed Studies
Total: 28 credits
Overall total: 80 credits
*This Ministry requirement consists of any combination of courses to create 4 credits of fine arts
and/or applied skills. ie. Art 11 Semester or full year = 4 credits
Drama 10 10-week = 2 credits + Foods 10 10-week = 2 credits, totaling 4 credits
All Grade 12 students will receive 4 credits for Graduation Transitions 12 once they have completed
and presented the Transition Plan in the school-wide Presentation Day. This is a graduation
requirement. Students will receive instruction through their Transition teacher/Career Coordinator using
the District M.A.P. (My Action Plan).
PROVINCIAL EXAMS
Students will be required to write 5 provincial exams between grades 10 to 12 in order to graduate:
Language Arts 10 (English 10)
Science 10
Mathematics 10 (one of Apprenticeship & Workplace or Foundations & Pre-Calculus)
Socials 11 (one of Socials 11 or B.C. First Nations Studies 12)
Language Arts 12 (one of - English 12, Communications 12)
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The goal of the Gifted and Enriched Program is to address and provide educational opportunities
to students with an aptitude, interest or potential to go beyond the scope of provincially offered
curriculums. The Advanced Placement Program exists to provide an opportunity for students to
demonstrate an advanced level of competency in the curriculum which is recognized by post-
secondary institutions. Students wishing to pursue a post-secondary career would benefit from a
‘college preparatory’ course of study, which Honours Programs and the Advanced Placement
courses provide. The benefits not only include supplementary course credits but also helps in the
successful transition of the student to a post-secondary career setting. In each of the Advanced
Placement course offerings an independent exam administered by the College Board is written in
May and is subject to an administration fee. For courses that have both an AP exam and a
Provincial exam, the Provincial exam is written in June after completing the AP exam in
May.
Advanced Placement courses offered:
Biology 12 AP
Calculus 12 AP
Chemistry 12 AP
Computer Science 12 AP
English 12 AP
French 12 AP
Human Geography 12 AP
Physics 12 AP
Psychology 12 AP
The following honours courses are designed to prepare students for the AP classes:
Found & Pre-Calc Math 10
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French 10 Honours
Science 10 Honours
English 11 Honours
Pre-Calculus 11
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French 11 Honours
Biology 11 Honours
Chemistry 11
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Physics 11 Honours
ADVANCED PLACEMENT PROGRAM
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OPEN THE DOOR TO OPPORTUNITY!
Although University and College are excellent educational routes to follow, many students require a different option to be able to further their education. The Central Okanagan School District provides “Dual Credit” programs which allow students the opportunity to earn both high school and post-secondary course credits while in high school. These programs generally begin in September or February of their grade 11 or 12 year, depending on the program they wish to pursue. A Dual Credit application which is available from the Career Coordinator at your school’s Career Centre must be completed. Program information is also accessible on the Central Okanagan website at: www.sd23.bc.ca/CareerLifePrograms
SSA – Secondary School Apprenticeship – Must be currently working with a Red Seal Trades Person
The SSA program is designed to allow grade 10-12 students to become registered apprentices with the
Industry Training Authority (ITA) while completing BC grad requirements. Benefits of the SSA program are: Can begin as early as grade 10 or 15 years of age
Students are registered with an acceptable employer
Students are paid during the training process and will accumulate hours towards his/her journey person status
Upon successful completion of 480 creditable hours, students will receive 16 high school course credits
Level One Technical Training can be provided after successful completion of 500 hours
BCIT – Entry Level Trades Training and Technology programs
Completion of a BCIT Dual Credit program will earn students 32 high school credits and Level One Technical
training for trades. All course work completed is fully transferable to BCIT second year programs as well as
many other post-secondary institutions. Intake dates for any BCIT program is early February (second semester
of grade 12). Available programs are: Computer Information Service Technician
Diesel Engine Mechanic
Electricity & Industrial Electronics
Okanagan College - Entry Level Trades Training and Technology programs
Successful completion of an OC Dual Credit program will give a student a total of 32 credits; 16 for high school
and 16 for the Level One Technical Training. Intake dates for an OC program begin February (second semester
of grade 12). For more information; check with the Career Coordinator at your school’s Career Centre.
Available programs are: Aircraft Maintenance Engineer – (AME) M-License &
category S (Structures)
Automotive Collision Repair, Painting & Refinishing
Automotive Service Technician - “Mechanic”
Carpentry / Joinery
Culinary Arts
Electrical
Heavy Duty / Commercial Transport
Plumbing
Recreation Vehicle Technician
Residential Construction
Sheet Metal
Welding – Level C
Okanagan College – Health Care Assistant Program
This program prepares students for a career as a front line health care worker who is responsible for providing
client care. Program information is also accessible at www.okanagan.bc.ca
CENTRAL OKANAGAN DUAL CREDIT PROGRAMS
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ACE-IT (Accelerated Credit Enrolment in Industry Training) is an industry training program for high school
students. Through an ACE-IT program, you can take courses that will give you both high school graduation
credits and a head start towards completion of an apprenticeship program. ACE-IT programs are developed
and offered as partnerships between school districts and post-secondary institutions. Once you successfully
complete an ACE-IT program (70%) you will get credit for at least Level One of the technical training (in-
class) component of your industry training program.
For information on Central Okanagan SD23 tuition funding, benefits or an application form for the various
Academies, please contact the KSS Career Centre or Patti Buna, Career Programs Coordinator at
Further information may be obtained at:
Central Okanagan SD23 Website: www.sd23.bc.ca “Programs” then “Dual Credit Programs”
KSS Website: www.kss.sd23.bc.ca “Departments & Services” then “Career Life Programs” then “Dual Credit”
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KSS – Auto Service Technician – Level 1
This program exposes the student to all aspects of service and repairs in the automotive trade with a focus on
developing practical skills. It is designed to take students interested in the automotive repair trade and supply
them with the necessary skills to seek employment in this industry as an apprentice automotive service
technician. It is required that students have taken Automotive 11 and 12, as well as being on track to graduate
with a serious interest in the automotive trade.
MBSS - Culinary Arts
This program allows students to spend time in each of the four training kitchens and covers all the basic skills
required including: hygiene, safety and nutrition, hot and cold work, and bakery. The program places emphasis
on practical skills and graduates are in high demand both locally and in major centres. Students will need to
combine classroom work with a worksite placement in order to be granted Professional Cook Level 1.
Apprenticeship practical training credit may also be granted by the employer as a result of prior practical
experience.
MBSS – Firefighting Academy
Students who can make a firm commitment to an exciting and unique program are encouraged to join our
Mount Boucherie / West Kelowna Fire Rescue Fire Fighting 12 Program. The program is an amalgamation of
up to four courses: Fire Fighting 12, Work Experience 12A, Work Experience 12B, and Weights and Fitness
12. The Fire Fighting 12 course is a combination of components of the Justice Institute of British Columbia’s
Basic Fire Fighting certification course and supplementary units from our text: Fundamentals of Fire Fighter
Skills. A St. John Basic First Aid and Adult CPR course is included as well as Live Fire Training. An entrance
interview, physical fitness test, and a commitment to completing the course are required for
acceptance. Exceptional effort and completion of the course have led students directly into the adult Paid
On-Call recruit classes and employment as POC fire fighters with WKFR before secondary school
graduation. FF12 is taken within the timetable; other components occur outside the timetable, including
Thursday evening practices at Hall 32.
CENTRAL OKANAGAN SCHOOL BASED ACE-IT PROGRAMS
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MBSS – Hair Dressing
This *Accelerated Credit Enrollment in Industry Training (ACE IT) program, is designed for grades 11 and 12
students who have a serious interest in exploring hairdressing as a viable career choice. Our program is
composed of theory and applied skills hairdressing courses and salon work experience hours. This is in
addition to any other academic courses that they will require, by the BC Ministry of Education, for high school
graduation. Students must complete all seven hairdressing courses consecutively, and complete additional
industry training hours through salon jobs and/or work experience placements, for a total of 900 industry
training hours. The MBS Hairdressing Academy is under the umbrella of the Industry Training Authority, and
the students will have the opportunity to write the ITA theory Certification of Qualification exam.
RSS – Residential Construction
This program provides students with the necessary theoretical and practical knowledge to seek employment
as an apprentice carpenter in the residential construction industry. Students are introduced to all aspects of
the trade and, through the construction of an actual house, students are given the opportunity to work with
a variety of tools and materials used by carpenters. Focus is on developing practical skills for the residential
construction workplace.
RSS - Emergency Medical Responder (Non ACE-IT)
EMR is a Canada wide standard for industrial first aid as well as an entry level qualification to work for an
ambulance service. EMRs’ may work in industry providing required medical services for worksites, especially
higher risk or more remote worksites, or for ski patrol. Any students who are interested in a career in
emergency medicine such as a nurse, paramedic, firefighter, respiratory therapist or doctor would benefit from
this course. Specifically, the EMR course is the pre-requisite to continue on into the Primary Care Paramedic
program.
Note: Preference will be given to grade 12 students with a background in Chemistry 11 and/or
Biology 12.
RSS – Forest Resource Field Studies (Non ACE-IT)
A comprehensive forestry based program that allows students to gain hands-on field work and theoretical
skills in the forestry industry. Students will also receive training that enables them to qualify for their Level
One – * “Utility Arborist” Certificate. This is a Certified Apprenticeship Program that will allow students to
directly enter the Utility Arborist employment field.
* “Utility Arborist” means a person who undertakes any work required to prune or clear vegetation in proximity
to energized electrical equipment, structures and conductors or who in the course of utility line clearing
operations, prunes, falls, or removes trees which could come into contact with energized power lines.
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CANADIAN SPORT SCHOOL – KELOWNA
This program prepares students for a post-secondary education in
the field of health and exercise sciences. The program focuses on the
study and practice of human movement and exercise and its impact
on health and physical performance. Students interested in
developing their knowledge and practical skills relating to high
performance sport, community health promotion, injury prevention
and rehabilitation will greatly benefit from this program. Concepts
include: lifestyle management, nutritional guidance, and physical
activity programming. Acceptance into the program requires
students to be:
Registered with an eligible Provincial Sport Organization
Working towards provincial and national-level athletic success
Training as part of a Local Sport Organization that provides
consistent training and competitive opportunities
Completed Canadian Sport School application form
For more information, please visit:
http://www.pacificsportokanagan.com/index.php?p=1_83
CANADIAN SPORT SCHOOL
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COURSE SELECTION
FORMS
Hand completed forms Into the Central Office
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KELOWNA SECONDARY SCHOOL
GR. 10 REGULAR PROGRAM - COURSE SELECTION PLANNING
Graduation Requirements:
Kelowna Secondary School requires that students have a minimum of 88 credits to graduate. A full course
load in grade ten is 32 credits. Some specific courses are required for graduation.
In grade 10 the required credits are:
English 10 (4 credits)*
Social Studies 10 (4 credits)
Mathematics 10 (4 credits)*
Science 10 (4 credits)*
Physical Education 10 (4 credits)
Fine Arts and/or Applied Skills 10 (4 credits in total)
* Three of the grade 10 required courses (English 10, Mathematics 10 and Science10) have provincial exams
which will count for 20% of the student’s final mark.
Important Considerations:
1. Students should consult with their current subject teachers for course recommendations, especially in
mathematics. KSS administration reserves the right to review all course recommendations.
2. All Grade 10 students must schedule the equivalent of 8 full blocks (32 credits within the
timetable).
PARENTS:
After discussing your student’s course selections for next school year and completing the course selections
on the next page, please hand completed form into your "Home School" (Dr. Knox/KLO Middle). Further
information is available in the Gr.10-12 Course Book which is available on home page of the KSS Website:
www.kss.sd23.bc.ca, halfway down the page under "Publications".
Accurate course selection is most important, because the first priority in building next year’s
timetable is meeting the course requests of students. Timetables will be sent home with the June
report card.
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GRADE 10 (Regular Program)
FULL LEGAL NAME: _____________________________________________________________________________________
CURRENT SCHOOL: ________________________________________ STUDENT NUMBER: ______________________
To complete the form:
1. For each required course, circle the course code.
2. For each elective course, write in the course name, course code, and credits. For 10 week courses, choose 2
from the same group from the table found at the end of the Course Codes Complete Listing.
3. If the credit total is more than 32 credits, then you have too many courses (unless you are taking classes
outside of the regular bell schedule).
Notes about LINEAR courses:
a) For students taking Jazz or Concert Band 10, English 10 must also be taken as a linear course.
Required Course Course Name Course Code Credits
English (circle one)
English 10
English 10 (Linear) (Band students only)
MEN--10-4S
MEN--10-4L 4
Mathematics (circle one)
Note: Grade 9 math teachers will be making recommendations for
student placement in grade 10 math classes. See KSS administration
if you wish to appeal this recommendation.
Apprenticeship & Workplace Math 10
Foundations & Pre-Calculus Math 10
Foundations & Pre-Calculus Math 10 (Honours)
MAWM-10-4S
MFMP-10-4S
MFMP-10H4S
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Science (circle one)
Science 10
Science 10 (Honours)
MSC--10-4S
MSC--10H4S 4
Socials Socials 10 MSS--10-4S 4
PE (circle one)
PE 10
Dance Fitness 10
MPE--10-4S
MPE--10F4S 4
Elective
Elective
Elective
Elective
Elective
Elective
Credits must equal 32
Check here if
selecting course
ED Strategies (Learning Assistance)
By referral only YED--10-4S
TOTAL CREDITS
I would like to be considered for Learning Assistance ( for yes)
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KELOWNA SECONDARY SCHOOL
GR. 10 FRENCH IMMERSION - COURSE SELECTION PLANNING
Graduation Requirements
Kelowna Secondary School requires that students have a minimum of 88 credits to graduate. A full course
load in grade ten is 32 credits. Some specific courses are required for graduation.
In grade 10 the required credits are:
English 10 (4 credits)*
Social Studies 10 (4 credits)
Mathematics 10 (4 credits)*
Science 10 (4 credits)*
Physical Education 10 (4 credits)
Fine Arts and/or Applied Skills 10 (4 credits in total)
* Three of the grade 10 required courses (English 10, Mathematics 10 and Science10) have provincial exams
which will count for 20% of the student’s final mark.
Important Considerations:
1. Students should consult with their current subject teachers for course recommendations, especially in
mathematics. KSS administration reserves the right to review all course recommendations.
2. French Immersion 10 students must take Français Langue Seconde 10 and Sciences Humaines 10.
3. French Immersion 10 students may take Mathématiques 10 and Sciences Naturelles 10.
4. Bilingual Dogwood Graduation requires Français Langue Seconde 10, 11 & 12 plus Sciences
Humaines 10 & 11 and at least one more immersion course.
5. All Grade 10 students must schedule a minimum of 8 full blocks (32 credits within the timetable).
PARENTS:
After discussing your student’s course selections for next school year and completing the course selections
on the next page, please hand completed form into your "Home School" (Dr. Knox/KLO Middle). Further
information is available in the Gr.10-12 Course Book which is available on home page of the KSS Website:
www.kss.sd23.bc.ca, halfway down the page under "Publications".
Accurate course selection is most important, because the first priority in building next year’s
timetable is meeting the course requests of students. Timetables will be sent home with the June
report card.
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GRADE 10 (French Immersion)
FULL LEGAL NAME: ________________________________________________________________________________________
CURRENT SCHOOL: ________________________________________ STUDENT NUMBER: _________________________
To complete the form:
1. For each required course, circle the Course Code.
2. For each elective course, write in the course name, course code, and credits. For 10 week courses choose 2 from
the same group from the table found at the end of the Course Codes Complete Listing.
3. If the credit total is more than 32 credits, then you have too many courses (unless you are taking classes outside
of the regular bell schedule).
Notes about LINEAR courses:
a) For students taking Jazz or Concert Band 10, English 10 must also be taken as a linear course.
I would like to be considered for Learning Assistance ( for yes)
Required Course Course Name Course Code Credits
English
(circle one)
English 10
English 10 (Linear) (Band students only)
MEN--10-4S
MEN--10-4L 4
Mathematics
(circle one)
Note: Grade 9 math teachers will be making
recommendations for student placement in grade 10
math classes. See KSS administration if you wish to
appeal this recommendation.
Apprenticeship & Workplace Math 10
Foundations & Pre-Calculus Math 10
Foundations & Pre-Calculus Math 10 (Honours)
Foundations & Pre-Calculus Math 10 (French Immersion)
MAWM-10-4S
MFMP-10-4S
MFMP-10H4S
FFMPF10-4S
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Science
(circle one)
Science 10
Science 10 (Honours)
Sciences 10 (French Immersion)
MSC--10-4S
MSC--10H4S
FSCF-10-4S
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Socials Sciences Humaines 10 FSCH-10-4S 4
PE
(circle one)
PE 10
Dance Fitness 10
MPE--10-4S
MPE--10F4S 4
Français Langue Français langue seconde 10 FFRAL10-4S 4
Elective
Elective
Elective
Elective
Credits must equal 32
Check here if selecting
course
ED Strategies (Learning Assistance)
By referral only YED--10-4S
TOTAL CREDITS
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GRADE 11
FULL LEGAL NAME: __________________________________________________________________________________________
CURRENT SCHOOL: ________________________________________ STUDENT NUMBER: ___________________________
All Gr. 11 students must take a minimum of 8 courses. To complete the form:
1. For each required course, circle the Course Code. For each elective course, write in the Course Name and Code.
These can be found in the course selection guide.
2. Unless it has already been completed, fill in the credits for each course
3. Add up the total number of Grade 11 credits and use the reverse side to determine the number of grade 10 credits
already obtained.
4. Please note: Course codes ending in (S) are semester; Course codes ending in (L) are linear.
I would like to be considered for Learning Assistance ( for yes)
Required Course Course Name Course Code Credits
English
(circle one)
English 11
English 11 (Honours)
English 11 (Linear) (Band students only)
English 11H (Linear) (Band students only)
Communications 11 (Semester)
MEN--11-4S
MEN--11H4S
MEN--11-4L
MEN--11H4L
MCOM-11-4S
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French Immersion Francais Langue Seconde 11 FFRAL11-4S 4
Mathematics
(circle one)
Apprenticeship & Workplace Math 11
Foundations of Math 11
Pre-Calculus 11
Pre-Calculus 11 (Honours)
MAWM-11-4S
MFOM-11-4S
MPREC11-4S
MPREC12H4S
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Science
(circle at least one)
Biology 11
Biology 11 (Honours)
Biology 11 (Marine AM outside of the timetable)
Biology 11 (Marine inside of the timetable)
Chemistry 11
Chemistry 11 (Honours)
Earth Science 11
Physics 11
Physics 11 (Honours)
Science & Technology 11
MBI--11-4S
MBI--11H4S
MBI--11A4L
MBI--11A4S
MCH--11-4S
MCH--11H4S
MESC-11-4S
MPH--11-4S
MPH--11H4S
MSCT-11-4S
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Socials
(circle at least one)
Socials 11
Socials 11 (French Immersion)
First Nations Studies 12
MSS--11-4S
FSCH-11-4S
MFNS-12-4S
4
Planning 10/ADC 11 Planning 10/ADC 11
Planification 10/ADC 11 (French Immersion)
MPLAN10-4S
FPLAN10F4T 8
Elective
Elective
Elective
Elective
TOTAL CREDITS
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GRADE 12
FULL LEGAL NAME: ___________________________________________________________________________________________
CURRENT SCHOOL: ________________________________________ STUDENT NUMBER: ____________________________
All Grade 12 students must take a minimum of 7 courses plus Grad Transitions 12.
To complete the form:
1. For each required course, circle the Course Code. These can be found in the course selection guide.
2. Unless it has already been completed, fill in the credits for each course
3. Add up the total number of Grade 12 credits.
4. Use the reverse side to determine the number of grade 10 and 11 credits already obtained. Confirm that a
minimum of 88 credits will be obtained.
5. Please note: Course codes ending in (S) are semester; Course codes ending in (L) are linear.
Required Course Course Name Course Code Credits
English (circle one)
English 12
English 12 Honours AP
Communications 12
MEN--12-4S
MEN--12H4L
MCOM-12-4S
4
French Immersion Francais Langue Seconde 12 FFRAL12-4S 4
Career Planning Grad Transitions 12 (self-directed; no scheduled class)
MGT-----4L 4
Grade 12
Grade 12
Grade 12
Elective (recommend Gr.12)
Elective
Elective
Elective
Elective
Elective
TOTAL GRADE 12 CREDITS
TOTAL GRADE 11 CREDITS
TOTAL GRADE 10 CREDITS
TOTAL GRADE 12 COURSES
(All Grade 12 students must take a minimum of 7 courses plus Grad Transitions 12)
I would like to be considered for Learning Assistance (for yes)
I would like to be considered for Dual Credit Program ________________________ (for yes)
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The new Ministry of Education 10 digit code can be broken down into the following components:
First Digit - Explains what type of course M = Ministry F = French Immersion Y = BAA (locally developed) X = Assigned time with no credit attached Next 4 Digits - A short code for the course name
Next 2 Digits - Grade level – 10, 11, 12 as well as 0 for 10, 1 for 11, and 2 for 12 when an extra letter is used.
Next 3 Digits - How long the course lasts. 4L – Linear (all year) for 4 credits 4S – Semester for 4 credits 2T – 10 weeks for 2 credits
Example, MEN--11-4L means that this is a Ministry English course, for Grade 11 worth 4 credits, lasting all year (linear)
choose 2 courses from 1 group (A,B,C, D) below
2 CREDIT COURSES BCeSIS Cr F / A
GROUP A
Art 10 MVAG-10-2T 2
Drama 10 MDRG-10-2T 2
Media Arts 10 MVAM-10-2T 2
Foods 10 MIDS-0B12T 2
Leadership 10 YCPA-0A-2T 2
GROUP B
Power Mechanics 10 (Intro) MTEC-10-2T 2
Drafting 10 MTED-10-2T 2
Electronics 10 MTEE-10-2T 2
Metal Work 10 MTEM-10-2T 2
Mixed Martial Arts 10 MIDS-2A12T 2
Robotics 10 MIDS-1A12T 2
Woodwork 10 MTEW-10-2T 2
Foods 10 MIDS-0B12T 2
GROUP C
Comp. Animation 10 MINT-10-2T 2
Robotics 10 MIDS-1A12T 2
Web Design 10 YCAIS0A-2T 2
Business Education 10 MBEG-10-2T 2
Bus. Comp. Appl. 10 MBEC-10-2T 2
Foods 10 MIDS-0B12T 2
GROUP D
Fashion & Sewing 10 (Intro) MIDS-0C12T 2
Textiles Arts & Crafts 10 MIDS-0A22T 2
Foods 10 MIDS-0B12T 2
Metal Art Jewelry Design 10 MIDS-0A12T 2
Drama 10 MDRG-10-2T 2
Media Arts 10 MVAM-10-2T 2
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION COURSE CODES
COURSE CODES – GR.10 2 CREDIT ELECTIVES
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Students must earn 4 credits in Fine Arts and/or Applied Skills in Gr. 10, 11 or 12.
*Courses marked with an asterisk (*) are offered outside the regular bell schedule.
COURSE NAME Code Cr
FRENCH IMMERSION
Culture française 11/12 YAES-1A-4S 4
Francais Langue Seconde 10 FFRAL10-4S 4
Francais Langue Seconde 11 FFRAL11-4S 4
Francais Langue Seconde 12 FFRAL12-4S 4
Fondements et Mathématiques Pré-Calcul 10
FFMPF10-4S 4
*Planification 10/ADC11 FPLAN10F4T 8
Sciences Humaines 10 FSCH-10-4S 4
Sciences Humaines 11 FSCH-11-4S 4
Sciences Naturelles 10 FSCF-10-4S 4
ENGLISH
Communications 11 MCOM-11-4S 4
Communications 12 MCOM-12-4S 4
English 10 MEN--10-4S 4
English 10 Linear (Band only) MEN--10-4L 4
English 11 MEN--11-4S 4
English 11 Honours MEN--11H4S 4
English 11 Linear (Band only) MEN--11-4L 4
English 12 MEN--12-4S 4
English 12 Honours (AP) MEN--12H4L 4
ELECTIVE ENGLISH COURSES
Creative Writing 11 YLE--1B-4S 4
*Debate and Speech 10 YLE--0A-4L 4
*Debate and Speech 11 YLE--1A-4L 4
*Debate and Speech 12 YLE--2A-4L 4
English Literature 12 MLIT-12-4S 4
Journalism & Global Ed 10 MIDS-1C- 4
Journalism & Global Ed 11 YVPA-1B-4S 4
Journalism & Global Ed 12 YVPA-2B-4S 4
Philosophy 12 YPHR-2A-4S 4
ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNER (ELL)
Language Development 10 YESFL0A-4S 4
Language Development 11 YESFL1A-4S 4
Language Development 12 YESFL2A-4S 4
SOCIAL STUDIES
Comparative Civilizations 12 MCCN-12-4S 4
First Nation Studies 12 MFNS-12-4S 4
Geography 12 MGEO-12-4S 4
Human Geography 12 AP AHG--12-4L 4
History 12 MHI--12-4S 4
Holocaust 11/12 YSSC-2A-4S 4
Law 12 MLAW-12-4S 4
Psychology 11 YPSYC1A-4S 4
Psychology 12 YPSYC2A-4S 4
Psychology 12 Honours (AP) YPSYC2AH4L 4
Social Studies 10 MSS--10-4S 4
Social Studies 11 MSS--11-4S 4
War & Society YWSY-12-4S 4
MATHEMATICS
Apprenticeship/Workplace Math 10 MAWM-10-4S 4
Apprenticeship/Workplace Math 11 MAWM-11-4S 4
COURSE NAME Code Cr
Apprenticeship/Workplace Math 12 MAWM-12-4S 4
Foundations/Pre-Calculus Math 10 MFMP-10-4S 4
Foundations/Pre-Calculus Math 10 Honours
MFMP-10H4S 4
Foundations of Math 11 MFOM-11-4S 4
Foundations of Math 12 MFOM-12-4S 4
Pre-Calculus 11 MPREC11-4S 4
Pre-Calculus 12 (Honours 11) MPREC12H4S 4
Pre-Calculus 12 MPREC12-4S 4
Calculus 12 MCALC12-4S 4
Calculus 12 AP MCALC12H4L 4
SCIENCE
*Biology 11 (Marine) MBI--11A4L 4
Biology 11 (Marine) MBI--11A4S 4
Biology 11 MBI--11-4S 4
Biology 11 Honours MBI--11H4S 4
Biology 12 MBI--12-4S 4
Biology 12 Honours (AP) MBI--12H4L 4
Chemistry 11 MCH--11-4S 4
Chemistry 11 Honours MCH--11H4S 4
Chemistry 12 MCH--12-4S 4
Chemistry 12 Honours (AP) MCH--12H4L 4
Earth Science 11 MESC-11-4S 4
Geology 12 MGEOL12-4S 4
Health Science 12 YHRA-2B-4S 4
Physical Lab Science 12 YPLS-2C-4S 4
Physics 11 MPH--11-4S 4
Physics 11 Honours MPH--11H4S 4
Physics 12 MPH--12-4S 4
Physics 12 Honours (AP) MPH--12H4L 4
Science 10 MSC--10-4S 4
Science 10 Honours MSC--10H4S 4
Science in Action 10 MIDS-0F 4
Science & Technology 11 MSCT-11-4S 4
LANGUAGES
American Sign Lang 11 MASL-11-4S 4
American Sign Lang 12 MASL-12-4S 4
French 10 MFR--10-4S 4
French 10 Honours MFR--10H4S 4
French 11 MFR--11-4S 4
French 11 Honours MFR--11H4S 4
French 12 MFR--12-4S 4
French 12 Honours (AP) MFR--12H4L 4
German 10 MGE--10-4S 4
German 11 MGE--11-4S 4
German 12 MGE--12-4S 4
Japanese 10 MJA--10-4S 4
Japanese 11 MJA--11-4S 4
Japanese 12 MJA--12-4S 4
Spanish 10 MSP--10-4S 4
Spanish 11 MSP--11-4S 4
Spanish 12 MSP--12-4S 4
COURSE CODES Gr. 10 – 12 COMPLETE LISTING
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COURSE NAME Code Cr
CAREER PLANNING
Grad Transitions 12 MGT-----4L 4
Planning 10/ADC 11 MPLAN10-4S 8
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Aikido 10/11/12 YLRA-1H-4S 4
Dance Fitness 10 MPE--10F4S 4
Dance Fitness 11 MDNP-11A4S 4
Dance Fitness 12 MDNP-12A4S 4
*Dance Fitness AM 11 MDNP-11A4L 4
*Dance Fitness AM 12 MDNP-12A4L 4
*Dance Performance 10 MDNP-10-4L 4
*Dance Performance 11 MDNP-11-4L 4
*Dance Performance 12 MDNP-12-4L 4
Mixed Martial Arts 10 (10 week) MIDS-2A12T 2
Mixed Martial Arts 11/12 YLRA-1E-4S 4
*Outdoor Education 11 YPR--1A-4L 4
*Outdoor Education 12 YPR--2A-4L 4
Physical Education 10 MPE--10-4S 4
Physical Education 11 (Lifetime Sports) MPE--11-4S 4
Physical Education 11 (Traditional) MPE--11A4S 4
Physical Education 12 MPE--12-4S 4
Leadership 10 (10 week) YCPA-0A-2T 2
Leadership 10 MIDS-0A- 4
Leadership 11 YCPA-1A-4S 4
Leadership – Event Planning12 YCPA-2A-4S 4
*Leadership 11 MIDS-1A- 4
*Leadership 12 MIDS-2A- 4
*Strength & Conditioning 11 YHRA-1A-4L 4
Strength & Conditioning 11 YHRA-1A-4S 4
*Strength & Conditioning 12 YHRA-2A-4L 4
Strength & Conditioning 12 YHRA-2A-4S 4
Yoga & Wellness 11 YLRA-1L-4S 4
*Yoga & Wellness 11 (linear) YLRA-1L-4L 4
* Yoga & Wellness 12 (linear) MIDS-0A12L 4
ART
Art 10 (10 week only) MVAG-10-2T 2
Art 11 MAF--11-4S 4
Art 12 MAF--12-4S 4
Art 12 (Honours) MAF--12H4S 4
BUSINESS EDUCATION
Accounting 11 MAC--11-4S 4
Accounting 12 MACC-12-4S 4
Advertising & Business Promotion 11 MMK--11-4S 4
Advertising & Business Promotion 12 MMK--12-4S 4
Business Education 10 (10week) MBEG-10-2T 2
Business Comp. Appl. 10 (10 week) MBEC-10-2T 2
Economics 12 MEC--12-4S 4
Entrepreneurship 12 MENT-12-4S 4
COMPUTER SCIENCE
Computer Animation 10 (10 week) MINT-10-2T 2
Computer Programming 11 MICTS11-4S 4
Computer Programming 12 MICTP12H4S 4
Computer Science 10 MICTX11-4S 4
Computer Science 12 AP ACSC-2AH4L 4
Video Game Development 11 YCAIS1A-4S 4
Video Game Development 12 MIDS-2F 4
Web Design 10 (10 week)
YCAIS0A-2T 2
COURSE NAME Code Cr
DRAMA
Drama 10 MDRG-10-4S 4
Drama 10 (10 week) MDRG-10-2T 2
Acting 11 MTPA-11-4S 4
Acting 12 MTPA-12-4S 4
Directing & Script Develop.11 MTPDS11-4S 4
Directing & Script Develop.12 MTPDS12-4S 4
*Theatre Prod:Technical 11 MTPR-11-4L 4
*Theatre Prod: Technical 12 MTPRT12-4L 4
HOME ECONOMICS
Foods 10 (10 week) MIDS-0B12T 2
Food Studies 11 MFDN-11-4S 4
Food Studies 12 MFDN-12-4S 4
Human Services 11A MHS--1A-4S 4
Human Services 12A MHS--2A-4S 4
Textiles Arts & Crafts 10 MIDS-0A24S 4
Textiles Arts & Crafts 10 (10 week) MIDS-0A22T 2
Textiles Arts & Crafts 11 YVPA-1H-4S 4
Fashion & Sewing 10 Intro (10 week) MIDS-0C12T 2
Fashion & Sewing 11 MTXT-11-4S 4
Fashion & Sewing 12 MTXT-12-4S 4
Fashion Design 12 YVPA-2F-4S 4
MEDIA PRODUCTION
Computer Graphics 11/12 MICTM11-4S 4
Computer Graphics Advanced MICTM12-4S 4
*Documentary Film & Television 11 MDFT-11-4L 4
*Documentary Film & Television 12 MDFT-12-4L 4
Graphic Design 11/12 MSAPG11-4S 4
Graphic Design Advanced MSAPG12-4S 4
History of Rock & Roll 11 YSSC-2B-4S 4
Media Arts 10 (10 week) MVAM-10-2T 2
Media Arts 10 MVAM-10-4S 4
Photography 12 YVPA-2D-4S 4
Video Production 11 MVAMT11-4S 4
Video Production 12 MVAMT12-4S 4
Yearbook 10 YCCT-0A-4L 4
Yearbook 11 YCCT-1A-4L 4
Yearbook 12 YCCT-2A-4L 4
MUSIC
Concert Band 10 MMCB-10-4L 4
Concert Band 11 MIMCB11-4L 4
Concert Band 12 MIMCB12-4L 4
*Chamber Choir 10 MIDS-0B-4L 4
*Chamber Choir 11 MIDS-1B-4L 4
*Chamber Choir 12 MIDS-2B-4L 4
Choral Music MMCC-10-4L 4
Choral Music MCMCC11-4L 4
Choral Music MCMCC12-4L 4
Jazz Band 10 MMJB-10-4L 4
Jazz Band 11 MIMJB11-4L 4
Jazz Band 12 MIMJB12-4L 4
*Jazz Studies 10 YVPA-0A-4L 4
*Jazz Studies 11 YVPA-1A-4L 4
*Jazz Studies 12 YVPA-2A-4L 4
*Orchestra 10 MMOS-10-4L 4
*Orchestra 11 MIMOS11-4L 4
*Orchestra 12 MIMOS12-4L 4
*Rhythm & Blues Band 10 MIDS-0C44L 4
*Rhythm & Blues Band 11 MIDS-1C44L 4
*Rhythm & Blues Band 12 MIDS-2C44L 4
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COURSE NAME Code Cr
Sound Engineering 11 YVPA-1G-4S 4
Sound Engineering 12 YVPA-2G-4S 4
*Vocal Jazz 10 MMVJ-10-4L 4
*Vocal Jazz 11 MCMJV11-4L 4
*Vocal Jazz 12 MCMJV12-4L 4
TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
Automotive & Power Mechanics 10 (Intro - 10 wk)
MTEC-10-2T 2
Automotive Technology 11 MAT--11-4S 4
Automotive Technology 12 MAT--12-4S 4
Carpentry & Joinery 11 MCJ--11-4S 4
Carpentry & Joinery 12 MCJC-12-4S 4
Drafting 10 (10 week) MTED-10-2T 2
Drafting & Design 11 MDD--11-4S 4
COURSE NAME Code Cr
Drafting & Design 12 MDDA-12-4S 4
Electronics 10 (10 week) MTEE-10-2T 2
Industrial Arts & Design 11 MID--11-4S 4
Industrial Arts & Design 12 MID--12-4S 4
Metal Art Jewelry 10 (10 week) MIDS-0A12T 2
Metal Art Jewelry 11/12 MMFMJ12-4S 4
Metal Work 10 (10 week) MTEM-10-2T 2
Metal Fabrication & Machinery 11 MMFM-11-4S 4
Metal Fabrication & Machinery 12 MMFM-12-4S 4
Robotics 10 (10 week) MIDS-1A12T 2
Robotics/Electronics 11 MEL--11-4S 4
Robotics/Electronics 12 MELR-12-4S 4
Woodwork 10 MTEW-10-4S 4
Woodwork 10 (10 week) MTEW-10-2T 2
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
REQUIRED COURSES (Codes are found beside the
name of each course)
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A French Immersion "Dogwood" will be granted by the Ministry of Education to Students
completing Sciences Humaines 10 & 11, Français 10, 11 &12, and one additional 4 credit course
taught in French.
Speaking French in the classroom at all times is an integral component of the program.
Required Foundation Courses:
Optional Foundation Courses:
This program is designed for students who have been enrolled in French Immersion since
Kindergarten. These students already possess a considerable degree of fluency in the French
language. This fluency should exist in the oral, aural and written domains.
Each course is conducted entirely in French. A student who completes this program should
emerge with a level of competence significantly beyond that achieved in the regular FSL
program.
Parents should also note that every effort is made to parallel immersion courses with their
English-language counterparts. Students will then have experienced the same content and
skills as their peers in the English Program. In addition to the subject learning objectives, each
course in French Immersion also includes target language objectives for which students are
accountable.
Teachers of mathematics courses have developed two instruments to help students develop
mathematical understanding in both French and English
a) French-English vocabulary lists of mathematical terms
b) Chapter review exercises/tests in both French and English
Students are encouraged to take as many courses as possible in French to expose them to
concepts and vocabulary that will better prepare them for the Provincial Exam in Français
Langue Seconde 12.
FRANÇAIS LANGUE
SECONDE 10
FRANÇAIS
LANGUE SECONDE
11
FRANÇAIS
LANGUE SECONDE
12
SCIENCES HUMAINES
10
SCIENCES HUMAINES
11
FONDEMENTS ET
MATHÉMATIQUE
S PRÉ-CALCUL
10
SCIENCES
NATURELLES
10
CULTURE FRANÇAISE
11/12
PLANIFICATION 11 APPLIED
DIGITAL COMMUNICATION
12
FRENCH IMMERSION
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CULTURE FRANÇAISE 10/11/12 – YAES-1A-4S
Prerequisite: Students must be in the French
Immersion Program.
Content: This course has been developed to
strengthen oral proficiency of French Immersion
students, to increase the student’s awareness of
the French culture, both in Canada and globally,
as well as to highlight the contributions French
culture has made to our society. Students will
discuss, analyze, research and compare various
cultural elements. They will work individually and
in groups, and evaluations will be primarily oral
and project based. Through the use of film, song,
traditions and classic literature, they will delve
into what makes French culture what it is, which
will lead to a greater understanding of their own
culture.
FRANÇAIS LANGUE SECONDE 10 –
FFRAL10-4S
Content: Français 10 is an intermediate French
language arts and literature course which
develops more sophisticated aspects of speaking,
reading, listening and writing. Cultural and
attitudinal goals will be met in varied activities. In
the literature section, the student will study
Francophone authors and the socio-cultural
context of their works.
FRANÇAIS LANGUE SECONDE 11-
FFRAL11-4S
Content: Français 11 is an advanced language
course which develops more sophisticated
aspects of speaking, reading, writing and
debating. The French and Quebec cultures will
also be compared and discussed.
FRANÇAIS LANGUE SECONDE 12
FFRAL12-4S
Content: This course represents the completion
of the language and literature components of the
French immersion program at K.S.S. It qualifies
students for a French provincial "Dogwood"
certificate, indicative of graduation requirements
being successfully completed. The district
immersion certificate also identifies Français 12 as
part of the 11 required courses. SPECIAL NOTE:
This course has a mandatory provincial exam.
FONDEMENTS ET MATHÉMATIQUES PRÉ-
CALCUL 10 - FFMPF10-4S
Prerequisite: Mathématiques 9
Content: This course parallels the regular Math
10 curriculum. Attention will be given to
mastery of both English and French terminology
and opportunities will be provided to
demonstrate mathematical competence in both
languages. SPECIAL NOTE: This course has a
mandatory provincial exam.
PLANIFICATION 10/ADC 11 – FPLAN10F4T
(AM outside of the timetable)
Credits: 4 + 4
Content: All grade 11 students must register
and complete, this mandatory 8 credit (4+4)
course. Students will complete the learning
outcomes for Planning, prepare the groundwork
towards their grade 12 MAP (My Action Plan),
use a variety of WEB 2.0 tools to communicate
online, and develop a digital portfolio in a
website and blog.
SCIENCES HUMAINES 10 – FSCH-10-4S
Content: This course covers the grade 10 Social
Studies curriculum as outlined in the B.C. Social
Studies curriculum guide. It will directly parallel
the content and skills emphasized in the English
language Social Studies 10 course. More
sophisticated French language communication
skills will be developed.
DESCRIPTION OF FRENCH IMMERSION COURSES
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SCIENCES HUMAINES 11 – FSCH-11-4S
Content: The grade 11 Social Studies curriculum,
as outlined in the B.C. Social Studies curriculum
guide, will be presented. Every attempt will be
made to parallel the content and skills
emphasized in the English language Social
Studies 11 course. Students will be expected to
apply more advanced Français communication
skills to their studies in this course.
SPECIAL NOTE: This course has a mandatory
provincial exam.
SCIENCES NATURELLES 10 – FSCF-10-4S
Content: This course is a mirror image of the
English course but taught in French. It covers
electricity, magnetism, nuclear energy, the cell,
asexual reproduction, sexual reproduction,
genetics, plate tectonics, geological ages,
chemical naming and chemical reactions.
SPECIAL NOTE: This course has a mandatory
provincial exam.
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DESCRIPTION OF COURSES
COMMUNICATIONS 11 - MCOM-11-4S
Content: This course is intended to help
students develop the language competency
fundamental to many opportunities in life,
including continued learning, employment
and social interaction. The primary goal of
the curriculum is to strengthen students’
basic skills in reading, writing and
comprehension. These skills are required of
informed citizens prepared for employment
in a changing work place. Time is allotted in
class for most assignments and very little
homework is assigned. The curriculum is
designed for students who do not plan to
pursue academic studies beyond Grade 12,
although upgrading is available for many
post-secondary programs.
COMMUNICATIONS 12 - MCOM-12-4S
Content: This course is intended to help
students develop the language competency
fundamental to many opportunities in life,
including continued learning, employment
and social interaction. The primary goal of
the curriculum is to strengthen students’
basic skills in reading, writing and
comprehension. These skills are required of
informed citizens prepared for employment
in a changing work place. Time is allotted in
class for most assignments and very little
ENGLISH
English 10
English 12 AP
English 11 Honours
English 11
English 12
Debate & Speech 10 / 11 / 12
Journalism & Global Education 10 / 11 / 12
Communications 11
Creative Writing 11
Communications 12
Philosophy 12
English Literature 12
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homework is assigned. The curriculum is
designed for students who do not plan to
pursue academic studies beyond Grade 12,
although upgrading is available for many
post-secondary programs. SPECIAL NOTE:
This course has a mandatory provincial
exam.
ENGLISH 10 – MEN--10-4S MEN--10-4L
(Band only)
Content: Students will continue to develop
an awareness of the conventions of language
and to learn to communicate clearly and
effectively in written and spoken English.
Students will also have the opportunity to
appreciate and interpret literature involving a
variety of genres. English 10 Honours is not a
distinct course, but rather a post-course
designation determined by a fixed set of
criteria. All incoming grade 10 students who
wish to attain honours designation in English
will be expected to exceed the learning
outcomes of the regular English 10 course.
Those students demonstrating exemplary
work ethic, natural writing ability, mature
reading practices, and superior critical
thinking skills will be recommended for
English 11 Honours, the first year of the
Advanced Placement Language and
Composition program. The criteria for this
designation will be made available to all
English 10 students within the first few days
of the start of class. SPECIAL NOTE: This
course has a mandatory provincial exam.
ENGLISH 11 – MEN--11-4S (Semester)
MEN--11-4L (Band only)
Content: This course is the entry level
academic course for students considering
post-secondary studies. It also serves as an
introduction to most of the literary devices
and techniques students will have to know to
be successful on the provincial exam in
English 12. It will develop critical reading
skills and refine writing skills with an eye to
the literary essay. Students will have the
opportunity to read and appreciate fine
literature. This course helps students develop
their ability to express themselves effectively
in writing and speaking.
ENGLISH 11 HONOURS – MEN--11H4S
Content: The objectives of this course are to
provide enrichment to the regular English 11
program and to challenge capable students
with additional, more demanding material
and activities. This course is excellent for
anyone considering English 12 AP or who
enjoys the study and discussion of literature.
It is also intended to introduce students to
components of English 12 and to help
prepare students for the rigors of the
Advanced Placement English program.
English 10 is required, along with teacher
approval, for entry into this course.
ENGLISH 12 - MEN--12-4S
Content: Students will have the opportunity
to develop a critical approach to literature
and to continue developing writing and
research skills. The course emphasizes critical
analyses of a variety of forms of literature and
communication, including short stories,
poetry, essays, novels and films. SPECIAL
NOTE: This course has a mandatory
provincial exam.
ENGLISH 12 HONOURS AP - MEN--12H4L
(Linear)
Content: The objectives of this course are to
complete the requirements of the provincial
English 12 curriculum and to prepare
students to write an Advanced Placement
English exam. The course will focus on
engaging students in the careful reading and
critical analysis of both fiction and nonfiction,
and will provide a strong foundation for
students pursuing academic post-secondary
education. Successful completion of the
program, both required and enrichment
material, may lead students to write the AP
Language and Composition or Literature and
Composition exam which may grant them
advanced placement at various universities
and colleges in North America. A fee is set
for the writing of this exam.
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ELECTIVES:
CREATIVE WRITING 11 – YLE--1B-4S
Prerequisite: English 10
Content: Creative Writing is an artistic
exploration of writing, focusing on
developing each writer’s personal voice.
Through innovative activities students will
challenge themselves to expand their views
on writing. Exploring components from a
wide range of writers such as Dr. Suess, Jane
Austen, Chuck Palahniuk, Truman Capote,
Arlo Guthrie, and Haruki Murakami students
will be introduced to new possibilities.
Working with their peers, students will have
the opportunity not only to share their work,
but also to gain valuable feedback. Students
are expected to be strong writers competent
in the English language (a minimum of a B in
their previous English course is strongly
recommended). SPECIAL NOTE: Creative
Writing does not replace English 11 or 12
as a graduation requirement.
DEBATE & SPEECH 10/11/12
YLE--0A-4L - YLE--1A-4L - YLE--2A-4L
(Outside the timetable)
Content: This course is designed for
students with a serious interest in current
social issues, public speaking and law.
Students will learn techniques of both cross-
examination and national style debate, and
formal and impromptu speeches. Research
skills will be taught and practiced. Students
will be expected to speak publicly in various
situations, including debate tournaments.
Attending and participating in at least one
debate tournament is a requirement of the
course. Students will have the opportunity to
compete regionally and provincially. This is a
rigorous course for students with strong
academic backgrounds and interests. Class
will take place Monday afternoon, outside the
regular timetable and is available to any
student in grades 10 - 12 in the district. (Gr. 8
& 9 students who are interested may apply to
the instructor to attend the course, and
compete provincially at a novice level, but will
not receive academic credit.) SPECIAL
NOTE: Debate & Speech 12 does not
replace English 12 as a graduation
requirement. Contact: Mrs. J. Taylor
ENGLISH LITERATURE 12 – MLIT-12-4S
Content: This course surveys the literary
accomplishments of great English writers
from the Anglo-Saxon age to the modern
age. Literature 12 focuses on the authors and
the works of British literature in their
historical, cultural, and literary contexts,
providing an opportunity for students to
explore the cultural richness of our literary
heritage. English Literature 12 is
recommended for students who intend to
pursue post-secondary studies in the
humanities or social sciences. SPECIAL
NOTE: English Literature 12 does not
replace English 12 as a graduation
requirement.
JOURNALISM & GLOBAL EDUCATION
10/11/12
MIDS-1C-4S – YVPA-1B-4S – YVPA-2B-4S
Content: This hybrid course is for students
with a keen interest in current events and
strong time management skills. Students will
contribute to the KSS online newspaper
publication, Censor This!
(www.ksscensorthis.com) and/or the online
magazine, Art of Adventure, dedicated to
broadening students’ geographic
horizons. Students must be willing to write a
variety of genres, take photographs, produce
short videos, manipulate and produce
graphics, learn basic layout techniques, and
move towards mastery in other multi-media
tools. This course also explores the world of
social media (i.e. FaceBook, YouTube, Twitter,
Tumblr, Instagram etc.), focusing on social
justice, current trends, cutting edge
technology, publishing online, distribution of
information (i.e. marketing), archiving, cyber
ethics, and footprint. This class is offered
inside the timetable, but a second class may
be offered outside the timetable if there is
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sufficient demand. SPECIAL NOTE: Students
who are interested in this second class
need to contact Mr. Derksen directly or be
nominated. Journalism 12 does not
replace English 12 as a graduation
requirement.
PHILOSOPHY 12 – YPHR-2A-4S
Content: Philosophy 12 will be a very basic
introduction to the body of knowledge
usually called “Western Philosophy”. It will
acquaint students with the modes of thinking
and arguing used in the study of Philosophy
and with some of the most influential thinkers
in the field over the last twenty-six centuries.
The units will be as follows: (a) Introduction
to philosophy, (b) Logic, (c) Metaphysics, (d)
Ethics, (e) Aesthetics. This course is intended
to serve as a preparation for the study of
philosophy at the college and university
levels. A minimum grade of C+ in English 11
will be required for entry into the course.
SPECIAL NOTE: Philosophy 12 does not
replace English 12 as a graduation
requirement.
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Content: English Language Learner (ELL) is a course for any student whose native language at
home is not English and who plans to take regular English 10, Communications 11/12 or English
11/12.
STUDENTS MAY TAKE:
1. ELL10 – ELL Language Development 10 – YESFL0A-4S (4 credits)
2. ELL11 – ELL Language Development 11 – YESFL1A-4S (4 credits)
3. ELL12 – ELL Language Development 12 – YESFL2A-4S (4 credits)
4. ELL Cultural Studies – XAT--10ELL (0 credits). International students will automatically be
assigned to this course which includes group cultural activities. This course is run outside
of the timetable.
This is a comprehensive, research based English Language Development program for high school
English learners. We develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills and prepare students
for success in mainstream academic classes.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNER
ELL Development 10
ELL Development 11
ELL Development 12
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SOCIAL STUDIES
Social Studies 10
History 12
Social Studies 11
First Nation Studies 12
Holocaust 12
Geography 12
Human Geography 12 AP
Comparative Civilizations 12
Sciences Humaines FI
Sciences Humaines 10
Sciences Humaines 11
Law 12
Psychology 11
Psychology 12 / 12 AP
War & Society 12
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DESCRIPTION OF COURSES
FIRST NATION STUDIES 12 – MFNS-12-4S
Content: This course is an alternative to Social
Studies 11 as a graduation requirement. This
course will provide students with learning
opportunities to gain accurate, reliable and
relevant information about First Nations people
in British Columbia. It is designed to enable all
learners to understand and respect the traditions,
values, and beliefs of First Nations people within
historical, contemporary and future contexts. This
course will be taught using a variety of teaching
methods, including guest speakers, field trips,
hands-on projects, peer teaching, video
presentations, lectures, novel and people studies
as well as written, visual and oral work. SPECIAL
NOTE: This course has a mandatory provincial
exam.
SCIENCES HUMAINES 10 – FSCH-10-4L
Content: Refer to French Immersion section.
SCIENCES HUMAINES 11 – FSCH-11-4L
Content: Refer to French Immersion section.
SOCIAL STUDIES 10 – MSS--10-4S
Content: Social Studies 10 consists of 3 main
units all related to the historical and economic
growth of Canada. History topics include
Canada's achievement of Confederation, the
opening of the west, the fur trade, early
settlement, British Columbia's early history, and
the Riel rebellions. Economic topics include
Canada's trading relationship to the United States
and the Pacific Rim. British Columbia's major
economic activities will be investigated.
SOCIAL STUDIES 11 – MSS--11-4S
Content: The main theme of the Social Studies
11 course is Canada and the world. The
geography section includes Canada as part of the
global village, population characteristics of
developed and developing countries, the causes
and effects of the population explosion, and
problems of world food supply and famine relief.
The history section contains Canada's entry into
the twentieth century, Canada's role in and
between the two World Wars, and Canada's
current relations in world events. A study of
political systems and Canada's electoral
processes is also included. SPECIAL NOTE: This
course has a mandatory provincial exam.
ELECTIVES:
COMPARATIVE CIVILIZATIONS 12
MCCN-12-4S
Prerequisite: "G" Work Ethic and C+ or better in
Social Studies 10 or 11.
Content: This course examines the origin and
development of human civilization. The focus is
on the “markers” of civilization and the
progressive accomplishments of human history
that have brought us to our current global
situation. Students will study the great
civilizations of the past through the comparison
of cultural elements such as history, religion,
philosophy, art, architecture, literature, and
language. The course will be divided into sections
of study based on the greatest advances of
human civilization. The course is strongly
recommended for students pursuing post-
secondary studies in the humanities or social
sciences.
GEOGRAPHY 12 - MGEO-12-4S
Content: This is a dynamic course, which closely
examines the world in which we live. The first
section of the course looks at relationships within
the biosphere with particular attention to our role
in this system. Also examined is the nature of
energy resources such as coal, oil, gas and
hydroelectric, plus alternate forms such as solar,
wind, geothermal and biomass. The final section
looks at the way we have managed our
environment, with emphasis on some of the
major problems we face, such as global warming,
acid rain, ozone depletion and pollution. Here,
students work on finding solutions and answers
to some of the most pressing problems the world
faces today.
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HOLOCAUST 11/ 12 (Genocide Studies): A
BLUEPRINT FOR MODERN SOCIETAL
TRAGEDY - YSSC-2A-4S
Prerequisite: C+ minimum in Social Studies 10
or 11
Content: This course has a single fundamental
focus, genocide(s) of the 20th and 21st centuries.
Students study the Holocaust as a blueprint or
starting point to then explore subsequent
genocides that have occurred following the
Holocaust. This unique course offering focus' on
the question, how and why did the Holocaust and
subsequent genocides happen? With the insights
on the topic of genocide (extensive study, but not
limited to Cambodia, Bosnia, Rwanda, and Darfur)
students will be able to draw comparisons,
analyses, and take initiative in creating awareness
on these atrocities. This course is open to any
grade 11 or 12 student with an interest in the
study of the players, evolution, and events of
genocide.
HISTORY 12 – MHI--12-4S
Content: History 12 introduces students to the
study of history and historical writing, and surveys
the dominant themes and events that took place
in the 20th Century. The course begins with the
Paris Peace Conferences of 1919 and ends with
the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991. In between
these events the course examines the Russian
Revolution and Stalin’s Soviet Union, the rise of
Italian and German Fascism, the United States in
the Inter-War period, the causes and events of
World War Two, the Cold War, conflict and
development in the Middle East, the rise of China
and India and the development of Human Rights
in the 20th Century. Students have the option of a
traditional final exam, or an exit interview of
knowledge gained throughout the course.
WAR & SOCIETY 12 – YWSY-12-4S
Content: For thousands of years, military
engagements between opposing nations and
societies have had important effects on all
aspects of human civilization. War and Society
12 will examine the evolution of warfare from
the ancient period to the present day. Particular
emphasis will be placed on major campaigns
and famous battles of history and their
relationship to weaponry, civilian technology,
military and social organization.
HUMAN GEOGRAPHY 12 AP – AHG--12-4L
(Linear)
Prerequisite: Open to grade 12 and 11 students
whose work ethic was a G in Social Studies 10
and/or 11.
Content: This course is an introduction/survey to
the “human” aspect of geography. The purpose
of this course is to look at the patterns and
processes that have shaped human
understanding, use, and alterations to the Earth’s
surface. Students will look at topics such as:
population and cultural trends, city development,
globalization, organizations such as NATO and
NAFTA, and environmental consequences of
human actions. Although this is not a “mapping”
class, students will be expected to have a basic
understanding of where countries/regions are
located around the world. Emphasis will be
placed on preparing for the Advanced Placement
Exam which will include case studies and learning
the extensive vocabulary.
LAW 12 – MLAW-12-4S
Content: This course will provide you with an
understanding of the various types of law
governing the legal rights and obligations of
individuals and groups in our society. Students
will also learn about the structure of the court
system and may observe cases at the Kelowna
Courthouse. Units in this course include an
Introduction to Law, The Charter of Rights and
Freedoms, Criminal Law, Family Law, Torts and
Contract Law. Learning activities may include
reading and analyzing, case studies, field trips,
research assignments, presentations and
community resource speakers.
PSYCHOLOGY 11 – YPSYC1A-4S
Content: Psychology 11 is an introductory course
in the study of human behavior. Among topics
studied will be human development, sleep and
dreams, personality development and
measurement, principles of learning, motivation
and emotions, hypnosis, frustration and conflict,
and abnormalities and treatment of antisocial
behavior, psychosis, and neurosis. Throughout
the course, students will learn how an
understanding of human behavior can be useful
in understanding themselves and those around
them.
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PSYCHOLOGY 12 – YPSYC2A-4S
Content: Psychology 12 is the second year of a
two-year program. This course continues with a
more in-depth study of modern day psychology.
Topics studied in Psychology 11 are further
developed and new topics introduced. New
topics such as sensation and perception, memory,
learning, thinking and language, psychological
therapies, stress and health psychology, social
psychology.
Students interested in pursuing post-secondary
studies leading to careers in areas such as social
work, mediation, criminal justice, psychology,
counselling, or have a general interest in human
behavior will find Psychology 12 interesting.
PSYCHOLOGY 12 AP - YPSYC2AH4L (Linear)
Content: Psychology 12 AP is intended for those
students who have excelled in Psychology 11 and
who intend to write the Psychology 12 AP test in
May. The AP class focus is on preparing for the AP
exam and will cover more material in a shorter
time than the Psychology 12 regular class. See
also the Psychology 12 course description above.
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The Mathematics program at K.S.S. offers to all students essentially three streams which provide
the options required to satisfy their needs. The chart below shows the path students may follow as
they progress, bearing in mind their individual goals.
1. Foundations & Pre-Calculus Math 10H, Pre-Calculus 11H and Calculus 12AP are
intended for students who have strong ability in mathematics, show good organization
and work habits. On completion of Calculus 12AP, students will also have completed
the requirements of Calculus 12.
2. A graphing calculator is required in Pre-Calculus 11 Honours, Pre-Calculus 12, Calculus
12, and Calculus 12AP. The school will provide graphing calculators for “in class” use
only. Students may wish to purchase a graphing calculator for home use and should
consult their math teacher before purchasing a calculator.
3. We strongly suggest following your teacher recommendations regarding course
selection as changes are very difficult once student timetables are created.
MATHEMATICS
Foundations of Math 11
Foundations & Pre-Calculus Math
10 Honours
Calculus 12
Calculus 12 AP
Pre-Calculus 11
Pre-Calculus 11 Honours
Pre-Calculus 12 (Honours 11)
12
Foundations & Pre-Calculus Math
10 (in English or French)
Apprenticeship & Workplace Math 10
Apprenticeship & Workplace Math 11
Apprenticeship & Workplace Math 12
Foundations of Math 12
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DESCRIPTION OF COURSES
APPRENTICESHIP & WORKPLACE MATH
10 - MAWM-10-4S
Content: This pathway is specifically
designed to provide students with the
mathematical understandings and critical-
thinking skills identified for entry into the
majority of trades at post-secondary and for
direct entry into the work force. Topics
include algebra, geometry, measurement,
number, statistics and probability. If your
child has worked hard in Math 8 or 9, enjoys
working on projects or “hands-on” activities,
or intends to pursue a trade or technical job
after high school, then choose the
Apprenticeship and Workplace pathway.
SPECIAL NOTE: This course has a mandatory
provincial exam.
FOUNDATIONS & PRE-CALCULUS MATH
10 - MFMP-10-4S
Content: This course introduces students to
the mathematical understanding and critical-
thinking skills further developed in the
Foundations of Mathematics & Pre-Calculus
pathways. Topics include algebra,
measurement, number and relations and
functions. The seven mathematical processes
(communication, connections, mental
mathematics and estimation, problem
solving, technology and visualization) are
interwoven throughout the mathematical
topics. If your child has been very successful
in Math 8 and 9, enjoys the challenges of
Math, and is thinking about future education
or a career that involves Sciences,
Engineering, social sciences such as
Economics, Geography, Psychology, Arts or
Humanities, then starting the Foundations
and Pre-Calculus Mathematics 10 will be the
best choice. This course leads to Foundations
11 and Pre-Calculus 11. SPECIAL NOTE:
This course has a mandatory provincial
exam.
FONDEMENTS ET MATHÉMATIQUES PRÉ-
CALCUL 10 - FFMPF10-4S
Content: Refer to French Immersion section.
FOUNDATIONS & PRE-CALCULUS MATH
10 HONOURS – MFMP-10H4S
Content: This course is part of the
accelerated honours math program offered
at KSS and is intended for students who have
completed a Math 9 Honours course. It
covers all the topics of Pre-Calculus Math 11
and prepares students for the Foundations &
Pre-Calculus 10 provincial exam. Students
must have a strong work ethic and
commitment level. This is a challenging
course that will develop skill necessary for
theoretical calculus. SPECIAL NOTE: This
course has a mandatory provincial exam.
APPRENTICESHIP & WORKPLACE MATH
11 - MAWM-11-4S
Content: This course is designed to provide
students with the mathematical
understanding and critical thinking skills
identified for entry into the majority of trades
and for direct entry into the workforce.
Topics include: Measurement, Geometry,
Finances, Algebra and Statistics.
FOUNDATIONS OF MATH 11 – MFOM-11-
4S
Content: This course is designed to provide
students with the mathematical
understanding and critical thinking skills
identified for post-secondary studies in
programs that do not require the study of
theoretical calculus. Students who are
thinking about future education or careers in
Social Sciences or Arts should choose this
course. Topics include: Measurement,
Geometry, Logical Reasoning and Statistics.
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PRE-CALCULUS 11 – MPREC11-4S
Content: This course is designed to provide
students with the mathematical
understandings and critical thinking skills
identified for entry into post-secondary
programs that require the study of theoretical
calculus. Students who are thinking about
future education or careers in Sciences and
Engineering should take this course. Topics
include: Algebra and Numbers,
Trigonometry, Relations and Functions.
PRE-CALCULUS 12 (HONOURS 11) -
MPREC12H4S
Content: This course is part of the
accelerated Honours Math program offered
at KSS and is intended for students who have
completed Math 10 Honours. It covers all
topics of Pre-Calculus 12. It is designed for
students with above average mathematical
ability and interest and will develop skills
necessary for theoretical calculus.
APPRENTICESHIP & WORKPLACE MATH
12 - MAWM-12-4S
Content: This course is designed to provide
students with the mathematical
understanding and critical thinking skills
identified for entry into the majority of trades
and for direct entry into the workforce.
Topics include: Measurement, Trigonometry,
Geometry, Finances, Business, Algebra,
Statistics, and Probability.
FOUNDATIONS OF MATH 12 – MFOM-12-
4S
Content: This course is designed to provide
students with the mathematical
understanding and critical thinking skills
identified for post-secondary studies in
programs that do not require the study of
theoretical calculus. Students who are
thinking about future education or careers in
Social Sciences or Arts should choose this
course. This course meets the math
requirement for many programs at UBCO.
Topics include: Financial Mathematics,
Logical Reasoning, Probability, Relations and
Functions.
PRE-CALCULUS 12 – MPREC12-4S
Content: This course is designed to provide
students with the mathematical
understandings and critical thinking skills
identified for entry into post-secondary
programs that require the study of theoretical
calculus. Students who are thinking about
future education or careers in Sciences and
Engineering should take this course. Topics
include: Trigonometry, Combinatorics,
Relations and Functions. Students taking this
course should also consider taking Calculus
12.
CALCULUS 12 – MCALC12-4S
Recommendation: Pre-Calculus 11 with a
minimum of 70%.
Content: Topics covered include the theory
of limits, differentiation, integration of areas
and volumes of rotation, and practical
problems involving these skills and
techniques. Students who successfully
complete this course will find themselves well
prepared for any first year university calculus
course. Students taking this course must
be enrolled in or have completed Pre-
Calculus 12.
CALCULUS 12AP - MCALC12H4L (Linear)
Recommendation: Pre-Calculus Math 11
Honours
Content: This is an advanced, university level
course offered to students who have been on
the Honours Mathematics Program. Topics
covered include the theory of limits,
differentiation, integration of areas and
volumes of rotation and practical problems
involving these skills and techniques.
Students who successfully complete this
course will find themselves well prepared for
any first year university calculus course. The
student will be prepared to write the
Advanced Placement Math exam. SPECIAL
NOTE: A graphing calculator is required
for this course.
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SCIENCE continued…
Simultaneous
Biology 11
Health Science 12
Biology 12
Marine Biology 11
Science 10
Physics
12
Physics 11
Chemistry 11
Earth Science 11
Any 11 Science except Sci Tech 11
Environmental Science 12
Physical Laboratory
Science 12
Geology 12
Chemistry 12
Science & Technology 11
Sciences Naturelles 10
SCIENCE
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SCIENCE continued…
Simultaneous
Biology 11
Health Science 12
Biology 12
Marine Biology 11
Science 10 Honours
Biology 12 AP
Biology 11 Honours
Physics 11
Physics 11 Honours
Chemistry 11
Physical Laboratory Science 12
Physics 12 AP
Chemistry
12
Physics 12
Chemistry 11 Honours
Earth Science 11
Science & Technology 11
Any 11 Science except Sci Tech 11
Chemistry 12 AP
11 Geology
12
Environmental
Science 12
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DESCRIPTION OF COURSES
BIOLOGY 11 – MBI--11-4S
Content: The course covers 5 major units
(Microbiology, Ecology, Plant Biology, Animal
Biology, and Evolution). It is also expected that
students become familiar with microscopy, the
structure and role of DNA, population genetics,
taxonomy and the scientific process. Students are
required to gain an understanding of animal
diversity and anatomy through several
dissections, or via textbook/diagram
studies/optional dissections.
BIOLOGY 11 (Marine) – MBI--11A4L (AM) – MBI-
-11A4S
Content: The course will cover the same
curriculum as Biology 11 with an emphasis on
Marine Biology. This AM course is taught at 7:30
a.m. two days a week. An optional annual field
trip to Hawaii will be offered. NOTE: Because of
the high interest in this course, not all students
selecting this course will be enrolled in it.
Students not selected for Marine Biology will
automatically be enrolled in regular Biology 11.
BIOLOGY 11 HONOURS – MBI--11H4S
Recommended Prerequisite: Science 10
Honours and a strong work ethic.
Content: An enriched program which covers all
topics from Biology 11 but at a higher level.
Additional topics are cell division, inheritance,
animal behavior, the biosphere, and human
population concerns.
BIOLOGY 12 - MBI--12-4S
Content: Students will study the biochemistry of
proteins, carbohydrates, and fats; DNA; protein
synthesis; cancer; biotechnology; the cell;
enzymes; human digestion, circulation, blood,
respiration, excretion, nervous system and
reproduction. A strong background in chemistry
is very helpful.
BIOLOGY 12 AP - MBI--12H4L (Linear)
Recommended Prerequisite: Biology 11
Honours.
Content: This course offers an enriched program
which covers all topics from Biology 12 but at a
higher level. Additional topics are cellular
respiration, photosynthesis, and embryonic
development.
CHEMISTRY 11 – MCH--11-4S
Content: Topics include: Chemical History,
Atomic Theory, Periodic Table, Chemical
Compounds, Chemical Reactions, The Mole
Concept, (chemical calculations), Organic
Chemistry, Solutions. As a large portion of this
course requires mathematical skills, a strong
Math 10 and Science 10 background is
recommended. CALCULATOR: A scientific
calculator is strongly recommended for this
course.
CHEMISTRY 11 HONOURS – MCH--11H4S
Recommended Prerequisite: Science 10
Honours and a strong work ethic.
Content: All topics from Chemistry 11 are
studied but at a greater depth. Additional topics:
Thermochemistry, Colligative Properties, Gases.
This course is aimed at students seriously
considering a post-secondary degree in science.
CALCULATOR: A scientific calculator is
strongly recommended for this course.
CHEMISTRY 12 – MCH--12-4S
Content: Topics include: Reaction Rates,
Equilibrium, Solution Chemistry, Acid/Base
Reactions, Electrochemistry.
CHEMISTRY 12 AP - MCH--12H4L (Linear)
Recommended Prerequisite: Chemistry 11
Honours.
Content: All topics from Chemistry 12 are
studied, but at a greater depth. Additional topics:
Thermodynamics, Coordination Chemistry.
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EARTH SCIENCE 11 – MESC-11-4S
Content: This course focuses on the studies of
astronomy, atmospheric sciences, oceanography,
geology, plate tectonics, erosion processes and
geologic history.
GEOLOGY 12 - MGEOL12-4S
Content: Topics covered include earth materials,
processes and resources, and analysis of geologic
time and fossil record. Students may enroll
having passed any one of the following:
Chemistry 11, Biology 11, Physics 11. It is
recommended that students achieved a minimum
of 65% in Earth Science to take this course.
HEALTH SCIENCE 12 – YHRA-2B-4S
Prerequisite: Biology 12 must be taken in
conjunction with Health Science 12. Students
wishing to enroll in this program will need to fill
in a questionnaire and a cover letter expressing
their interest in this course. These forms can be
picked up from the course instructor.
Content: Health Science 12 is a career
preparation course intended for students wishing
to pursue a career in health care, sports and
exercise, or nutrition and health wellness. The
course consists of three main components:
Human Anatomy and Physiology including the
study of common Disorders/Diseases, Injury
Prevention and Rehabilitation; Healthy Living
including a look at proper Nutrition and various
aspects of Physical Fitness; Career Exploration –
Students will investigate various careers in health
care via guest speakers, field trips and
conferences. Contemporary issues in health,
career and employment opportunities will be
addressed.
PHYSICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE 12
YPLS-2C-4S
Prerequisite: Chemistry 11, Pre-Calculus Math
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Content: This course is intended for those
students with an interest in science and a desire
to pursue science at the post-secondary level.
The focus of this course is the completion of a
series of laboratory investigations based upon
first year university chemistry labs. As the
students who might take this class are most likely
already enrolled in an intensive course of study,
the intention is to have all labs and write-ups
completed during class time (as is the case in
many universities).
Over the course of this class, the student will
acquire basic laboratory skills and learn
techniques which will be required in
university/college courses. They will also,
through the hands-on nature of experimental
science, reinforce their pre-existing knowledge
and expand upon it. Students should also gain a
better understanding of the role of the science
lab in real world applications, such as water
quality analysis, assaying, and organic chemistry
processes. Laboratory work has also been
demonstrated to increase student enjoyment and
appreciation of the sciences. All of these factors
should contribute to the student being better
prepared for success in first year university
science (chemistry) labs.
PHYSICS 11 – MPH--11-4S
Content: This class explains introductory
concepts in motion, dynamics, energy, waves and
optics. Successful standing in Science 10 and
Foundations & Pre-Calculus Math 10 is necessary,
C+ or better is preferred. CALCULATOR: A
scientific calculator is essential for this course.
PHYSICS 11 HONOURS – MPH--11H4S
Recommended Prerequisite: Science 10
Honours and a strong work ethic.
Content: This class is the extension of Science 10
Honours though admission may be possible from
regular Science 10. This course is intended for
students with an advanced work ethic and a
desire to pursue science at the post-secondary
level. Topics include vectors, static equilibrium,
dynamics, electrostatics, circuits and waves.
CALCULATOR: A scientific calculator is
essential for this course.
PHYSICS 12 - MPH--12-4S
Content: An extension of Physics 11 including
the study of vectors, motion, gravitation, charges
and current, and electromagnetism. Students
wishing to enroll should have completed Physics
11 and a Math 11 (Foundation & Pre-Calculus)
and recognize that a signifanct level of academic
commitment is required.
PHYSICS 12 AP - MPH--12H4L (Linear)
Recommended Prerequisite: Physics 11
Honours.
Content: The final step in the advanced physics
curriculum. Topics include thermodynamics,
harmonic motion, electro-magnetism, quantum
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physics, wave-particle duality, and angular
kinematics. Tutorial time outside the bell
schedule is mandatory. Successful completion of
Physics 11 Honours is essential. Entrance after
completion of Physics 12 is possible if completed
in grade 11 year.
SCIENCE 10 - MSC--10-4S
Content: This course covers velocity and
acceleration, ecosystems, plate tectonics,
radioactivity, chemical naming and chemical
reactions. SPECIAL NOTE: This course has a
mandatory provincial exam.
SCIENCES NATURELLES 10 – FSCF-10-4S
Content: Refer to French Immersion section.
SCIENCE 10 HONOURS – MSC--10H4S
Prerequisite: Students must have strong
mathematical skills. This course is recommended
for students with a high B or A average in Science
9. Content: This course covers the Science 10
curriculum along with the following extension
topics: Chemistry 11 topics including the mole
and stoichiometry; Physics 11 topics requiring
geometry skills. SPECIAL NOTE: This course has
a mandatory provincial exam.
SCIENCE IN ACTION 10 – MIDS-0F
Content: This course provides students with the
opportunity to design and complete a scientific
investigation on a topic of their choice. Students
will use the scientific method to complete
research and practice experimental design, while
performing hands-on data collection and
analysis. Upon completion of their projects,
students will be expected to participate in the
SD23 science fair. This is an elective science
course that does not meet the Science 10
requirement.
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 11
MSCT-11-4S
Content: What is the difference between Science
and Technology? Have you ever wondered why
things are the way they are? Science can be very
interesting and fun. It's just a matter of how you
look at it. In this course we will discuss some
historical events that have shaped our civilization
and influenced our many cultures. You will have
an opportunity to personalize your Science and
Technology experience by conducting your own
research project and you will have the
opportunity to build a technological device. Don't
let gravity hold you down. Find out what else is
out there in the fascinating world of Science and
Technology.
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DESCRIPTION OF COURSES
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE
American Sign Language is a visual language
which combines formal signs, finger spelling,
gestures, body language, and facial
expression. The learning environment in the
classroom is fun, fast paced, and highly
interactive. Students are given a variety of
experiences and opportunities to use ASL,
including the opportunity to communicate
with individual and members of the Deaf
community who use ASL as their first
language. ASL is a challenging and
demanding course. Strong work habits,
regular attendance and full participation in
class activities are essential in order to fulfill
the course requirements.
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 11 - MASL-
11-4S
Content: This is a 4 credit grade 10 & 11
course which is an accelerated introduction
to American Sign Language. This course will
provide students with the level of
competence which will allow them to
successfully participate in ASL 12. ASL 11 is
recognized as a distinct language and
together with ASL 12 may meet the language
admission requirements for post-secondary
programs in British Columbia (check with
your post-secondary institution to confirm.).
LANGUAGES
Japanese 11
10
Spanish 10
French 10
French 12 Honours AP
French 12
French 11 Honours
French 11
German 10
German 12
Japanese 10
Japanese 12
German 11
Spanish 12
Spanish 11
American Sign Language 11
American Sign Language 12
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AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 12
MASL-12-4S
Content: ASL 12 continues to expand on the
sign language, vocabulary, and experiences
of ASL 11. Students will be given increased
opportunity to use ASL in real life situations,
to research topics related to ASL, and to
become familiar with the art and literature of
the Deaf Community as it relates to learning
ASL. There is no provincial exam, but a formal
exam takes place. ASL 12 meets the language
requirement for admission to post-secondary
programs in BC (check with your post-
secondary institution to confirm.
FRENCH 10 – MFR--10-4S
Prerequisite: French 9
Content: This course offers a dynamic and
interactive study of the French language.
Students will continue to develop their
communicative skills in order to express
themselves accurately in French. The course
introduces students to a variety of new
thematic vocabulary and grammatical
concepts in order to transfer their previously
mastered skills to new situations in a creative
manner.
FRENCH 10 HONOURS – MFR--10H4S
Content: This course offers an accelerated
and enriched French 10 program. Students
progress more quickly through the basics of
vocabulary and grammar in order to spend
more time on enrichment activities in the
literature and culture of the language and in
creative class work.
FRENCH 11 – MFR--11-4S
Content: Through the use of linguistic study,
exposure to French creative works such as
short stories and film, immersion in cultural
aspects of the language such as the
Impressionist movement, students continue
to develop their communicative skills and
their knowledge and appreciation of the
French language and culture.
FRENCH 11 HONOURS – MFR--11H4S
Content: This accelerated and
comprehensive French 11 program provides
an opportunity for students to become
functional in the language. Through the use
of literary works, film and print media,
students achieve comprehension
competency. An in-depth study of language
elements coupled with numerous creative
means to practice both oral and written
communication provides the student with
increased confidence and ability to function
in French. This course is recommended for
any student considering French 12 AP or any
further study of the language.
FRENCH 12 HONOURS AP – MFR--12H4L
(Linear)
Content: Students will attain a high level of
sophistication and accuracy in written and
oral French. All instruction and classroom
communications will be in French. Students
will be exposed to literary works, short
stories, poems, articles and compositions.
More emphasis is placed on accuracy in oral
and written language through thematic,
cultural and social settings. This fast-paced
course prepares students for the French 12
AP exam.
FRENCH 12 – MFR--12-4S
Content: French 12 is an advanced elective
which further develops students' linguistic,
written and oral skills. Students will expand
their vocabulary through supplementary
reading selections, role-playing, and class
discussions. Students at this level are
immersed in the French language
linguistically and culturally. The majority of
classroom instruction and communications
will be in French. SPECIAL NOTE: This
course has an optional provincial exam.
GERMAN 10 – MGE--10-4S
Content: This course is an opportunity for
students in grade 10, 11 or 12 to begin the
study of the German language. This course is
comprehensive and goes at a rapid pace.
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GERMAN 11 – MGE--11-4S
Content: This course expands students' skills
of communicating in German, emphasizing
written comprehension and grammar.
GERMAN 12 – MGE--12-4S
Content: This course offers a more intense
study of German literature, grammar and
usage.
JAPANESE 10 – MJA--10-4S
Content: This course is an opportunity for
students in grades 10, 11 or 12 to begin the
study of the Japanese Language. This
beginning level course will act as an
introduction to the Japanese Language,
writing systems, and customs. Students will
learn how to write in hiragana and katakana,
will be able to give and solicit basic
information in polite language, make simple
requests, and apply familiar linguistic and
cultural knowledge to make sense of new
unfamiliar situations.
JAPANESE 11 – MJA--11-4S
Content: In this intermediate course
students will add to their previous knowledge
with language appropriate to a greater array
of situations. Students will be able to write in
all three orthographies, will recognize various
politeness levels, will have a broad
knowledge of Japanese customs, foods and
traditions, and will be able to employ meta-
language to acquire language independently.
JAPANESE 12 – MJA--12-4S
Content: Students in this course will have all
of the tools they need to function
independently in Japan, and to maintain
personal and business relationships in
Japanese. SPECIAL NOTE: This course has
an optional provincial exam.
SPANISH 10 – MSP--10-4S
Content: This course is an opportunity for
students in grades 10, 11 or 12 to begin the
study of Spanish. This beginner level course
will act as an introduction to language
structure, vocabulary and grammar. Students
will learn the conversation skills required to
function in real life travel scenarios in
Hispanic countries.
SPANISH 11 – MSP--11-4S
Content: This is a second year Spanish
course which will build on the skills
introduced in Spanish 10.
SPANISH 12 – MSP--12-4S
Content: Students will further develop their
knowledge of Spanish Literature, grammar
and its usage in the written language.
SPECIAL NOTE: This course has an
optional provincial exam.
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All students are required to complete:
Planning 10/Applied Digital Communications 11 – 8 credits
Graduation Transitions 12 – 4 credits
30 hours of work and/or volunteer experience between the
beginning of grade 10 and the end of grade 12.
DESCRIPTION OF COURSES
PLANNING 10/APPLIED DIGITAL
COMMUNICATIONS 11 – MPLAN10-4S
Content: All grade 11 students must register and
complete, this mandatory 8 credit (4+4) course.
Students will complete the learning outcomes for
Planning, prepare the groundwork towards their
grade 12 MAP (My Action Plan), use a variety of
WEB 2.0 tools to communicate online, and
develop a digital portfolio in a website and blog.
GRADUATION TRANSITIONS 12 – MGT-----4L
Content: Completion of this mandatory
requirement for graduation in the Province of BC
culminates in the final exit presentation held at
KSS in each semester. Each grade 12 student will
present their MAPs to one teacher and one
community guest during the formal Presentation
Day. Students will receive 4 credits and a
“Requirement Met” on their final transcripts with
successful completion of this exit presentation.
CAREER PLANNING
Planning 10/ADC 11
Graduation Transitions 12
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ELECTIVE COURSES
DESCRIPTION OF COURSES
ART 10 – MVAG-10-2T (10 weeks only)
Content: This is a basic art foundation course
which covers the Elements and Principles of Art.
Students complete various projects in drawing,
painting and printmaking.
ART 11 – MAF--11-4S
Content: Students will benefit more from this
course if they have already experienced the Art 10
Foundation Course. This is a more in depth study
of image making and development from
observation and exploration with various
materials and exposure to art forms.
ART 12 – MAF--12-4S
Content: Students should have interest in
developing skills and appreciation. This is a
general art course – more of an art course for life
and leisure. More serious students might
consider this course prior to Art 12 Honours to
increase their preparation of a studio art portfolio.
ART 12 HONOURS - MAF--12H4S
Content: This is an advanced art course which
will give students the opportunity to complete a
STUDIO ART portfolio. This course will address a
very broad interpretation of drawing issues and
media. This course requires strong drawing skills.
Students may build their portfolio over two years,
having started in Art 11. If students are wishing
to continue their art education past high school,
this course is a must.
ART
Art 10
Art 12
Art 11
Art 12 Honours
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DESCRIPTION OF COURSES
(NOTE: Any senior course without a prerequisite may be taken during Grade 11 or Grade 12.)
ACCOUNTING 11 – MAC--11-4S
Content: How do businesses keep track of their
financial records? Accounting 11 is an
introductory course in accounting, providing
students with the knowledge of how businesses
do this. Students will learn how to establish and
maintain accurate financial records using
generally acceptable accounting principles. This
course is highly useful for students considering a
career in business, as well as those students
considering future work in office/secretarial
positions.
ACCOUNTING 12 – MACC-12-4S
Prerequisite: Accounting 11
Content: This is a practical hands-on accounting
course building on the knowledge students have
attained through Accounting 11. Students will
apply knowledge of accounting through a variety
of computer-based projects using Simply
Accounting and Microsoft Excel software.
Students will analyze and solve accounting
problems and produce and present accounting
reports for a small business. This course is highly
useful for students considering a career in
business, especially if interested in the fields of
accounting or bookkeeping. Students
completing Accounting 12 with a 75% or higher
final grade can earn Okanagan College credit for
BUAD 111 (Introductory Accounting) in their
Business Administration diploma or degree
program.
ADVERTISING & BUSINESS PROMOTION 11
MMK--11-4S
Contents: Why do Apple iPods outsell their
competitors? What makes a TV commercial
effective? Why are popular magazines so full of
advertisements? Marketing, and advertising in
particular, are two of the most interesting and
dynamic aspects of business. This is an
introductory marketing course that helps
students to learn what methods businesses use to
promote the sales of their products and services.
This course is very practical, encouraging
students to apply their knowledge in a variety of
retail advertising/promotion activities such as the
creation of magazine print and radio ads. This
course is highly recommended for those students
considering a career in business.
BUSINESS EDUCATION
Advertising & Business Promotion 11
Business Education 10
Accounting 12
Advertising & Business Promotion 12
Accounting 11
Business Computer Applications 10
Entrepreneurship 12
Economics 12
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ADVERTISING & BUSINESS PROMOTION 12
MMK--12-4S
Content: The ‘world’ is shrinking! How does a
company based in Texas, that manufactures its
products in China and has its support staff reside
in India, convince consumers in Ireland to buy its
products? Advertising & Business Promotion 12
is a marketing course that builds on the
knowledge from Advertising & Business
Promotion 11 and extends it to the study of
global advertising and promotion. This is a very
practical course that encourages students to
apply knowledge of global business promotion
through a variety of advertising/promotion
activities such as TV commercials and Web-based
advertising. This course is highly recommended
for those students considering a career in
business.
BUSINESS COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 10
MBEC-10-2T (10 week)
Content: Information technology is increasingly
affecting our daily lives, changing the way we live,
work, and play. Students need to be able to
understand and apply various information
technology tools to access and communicate
information in their personal and work lives. This
course provides students the opportunity to
develop: personal and business communication
skills (word processing), financial analysis
(spreadsheets and charting), presentation skills
(desktop publishing and power point using
music, graphics and video), web design (links to
other files and websites).
BUSINESS EDUCATION 10 MBEG-10-2T (10
week)
Content: This course is an introduction to the
world of business. It is a very practical, computer-
based course. The course is divided into the
following units: global contributions, buying a
car, buying a house, investment planning, and
taxation.
ECONOMICS 12 – MEC--12-4S
Content: Economics 12 is an interesting course
that combines learning about the financial
world, with learning about human behavior
within the financial world. During this course,
we will examine topics as varied as why
snowboarding gear is cheapest in the off-
season, what money is and how do banks work,
and why so much of what we buy in Kelowna is
manufactured somewhere else. Students will
also learn about money, wealth, and
investing. Economics 12 is now recognized by
most BC universities as being an 'academic
grade 12' class, and its grade can be used in the
calculation of student GPA for university
application. Economics 12 would be invaluable
to any student, especially those interested in a
career in business.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP 12 – MENT-12-4S
Content: This course encourages students to
gain a practical understanding of what is required
in the successful start of a small business.
Students will apply skills learned in the creation
and operation of several small business initiatives,
including the development of a business plan, the
design and creation of an invention, and
competition in the school district’s Young
Entrepreneur’s Competition. This exciting course
would be of benefit to those students considering
self-employment as a career option and is highly
beneficial to students considering a career in
business and/or planning to study business.
Grade 11 students are encouraged to register for
this course.
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DESCRIPTION OF COURSES
COMPUTER ANIMATION 10
MINT-10-2T (10 week)
Content: This introductory 10 week course in 2D
animation will enable students to explore the
creative world of animation. In this course
students will have an opportunity to develop their
drawing technique and create computer
animations utilizing Adobe Flash and other 2d
animation software. This course is a preparatory
course for Animation 11 where students will learn
elements of Autodesk Maya 3D.
COMPUTER ANIMATION 11 - YCCT-1B-4S
Content: In this semester course we will use
Maya 3D, to learn how to create, model and
design objects in a 3D environment and also
create animated movies with sound. This
software was used in making “Titanic”, “Black
Hawk Down”, and “Star Wars Episode II: Attack of
the Clones.” It is also used by well-known
companies like Disney, and by local animation
studios like Bardel Studios here in Kelowna.
COMPUTER SCIENCE 10 - MICTX11-4S
Content: Are you interested in coding? Do you
wonder how smart phone applications are
created? Computer Science is where you develop
the skills to create these programs and
personalize them for yourself. This is the fastest
growing STEM field (Science, Technology,
Engineering, Math). Students require strong
math skills for this course. Students will learn to
use a number of programs throughout the course
and we will utilize Javascript to learn
programming to create functional computer
programs. From this course students can use the
information that they have learned to take Video
Game Development 11 and Computer
programming 11. Prior computer experience is
not required.
COMPUTER PROGRAMMING 11 - MICTS11-4S
Content: This is a hands-on course that requires
a great deal of individual study. The major goal
of this course is to learn an object orientated
programming language (OOP) using Java. This
course is recommended if you wish to take the
Computer Science Principles AP course.
COMPUTER PROGRAMMING 12 –
MICTP12H4S
Prerequisite: Computer Science 11
Content: This is a hands-on course that requires
a great deal of individual study. This course will
have a focus on programming to develop mobile
applications for Android and iOS devices. As our
digital world becomes more mobile, the need for
personalized applications is growing with it.
Develop your own application for your own
personal needs. Examples of apps that we will
COMPUTER SCIENCE
Robotics 10 (10 wk)
Video Game Development 11
Web Design 10 (10 wk)
Computer Animation 10 (10 wk)
Robotics 12 (open to 11’s)
Computer Programming 12
Computer Programming 11
Computer Science 10
Video Game Development 12
Computer Animation 11
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build are: Real-time weather app, Birthday card
app, sports score tracking app, and time for an
app of your own design.
COMPUTER SCIENCE AP – COMPUTER
SCIENCE PRINCIPLES – ACSC-2AH4L
Prerequisite: Computer Science 11
Content: This is a hands-on course that requires
a great deal of individual study. This new course
developed by the College Board explores
concepts in Computer Science and prepares
students for related university level courses.
Students will create two projects to be assessed
by the College Board and then write a test in May
of the year. If they score 4 or higher on their
assessments, they may qualify for 3 credits from
the University of British Columbia, among other
institutions. Join the fastest growing STEM field to
pursue an exciting and dynamic career!
VIDEO GAME DEVELOPMENT 11 -YCAIS1A-4S
Content: This course has been developed in
conjunction with Digipen University from
Redmond Washington to introduce the student
to modern video game development. This course
provides a foundation in the tools, techniques
and production methods for creating and
successfully using Zero engine in a production
environment. Students will look at the
fundamentals of writing code and how it directly
relates to video games. Specifically students will
develop top down shooter, a platformer (side-
scroller) and then have an opportunity to work on
their own or in a development team on a final
game of their choice.
VIDEO GAME DEVELOPMENT 12 - MIDS-2F
Content: This course is an extension of Video
Game Development 11 in which students further
develop proficiency in all technical areas.
Students will complete significantly more
sophisticated projects, generally of a higher level
of complexity than those in Video Game
Development 11. A very high level of self-
responsibility is expected from Video Game
Development 12 students. Students will learn the
Unity 3D engine to develop a fully functioning 3D
game in a team.
WEB DESIGN 10
YCAIS0A-2T (10 week)
Content: This course explores the skills
necessary for web page design. A variety of
software will be used in the course. Students work
in groups as well as individually.
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DESCRIPTION OF COURSES
ACTING 11 – MTPA-11-4S
Content: This course includes a review of basic
theatre games and skills and an emphasis on the
complete training of the actor, including
movement, voice, improvisation, play study,
scene preparation, and performance. Individual
and group projects are assigned on a regular
basis and may include work outside of the class.
ACTING 12 - MTPA-12-4S
Content: In this course the emphasis is on more
advanced projects including character study,
script work, and acting for the camera. As
students work on scenes involving a variety of
acting styles and theatre genres they will also
explore the literature and history of the theatre.
Opportunities will arise to work on plays and
projects outside of the class.
DIRECTING AND SCRIPT DEVELOPMENT 11
MTPDS11-4S
Content: The focus of this course concerns
translating ideas into dramatic form to
communicate between stage and audience. The
work of the course, both practical and theoretical,
will cover directing, roles and responsibilities of
theatre collaborators, script conventions,
elements of a production, stage composition and
blocking, auditions and casting. It is expected
that students have experience in theatre both on
stage and behind-the-scenes and students are
encouraged to take Acting 11 and Theatre
Production 11. SPECIAL NOTE: This course
culminates with students participating in the
KSS FRINGE FESTIVAL (either directing a short
play or creating an original work). Rehearsals
and performances for the FRINGE are held
outside of class time.
DIRECTING & SCRIPT DEVELOPMENT 12
MTPDS12-4S
Content: The grade 12 level of this course builds
on the skills begun in grade 11. Emphasis will be
placed on script selection, research and
interpretation, performance considerations,
interpersonal skills, leadership of the rehearsal, as
well as scriptwriting and directing as art forms. It
is expected that students have experience in
theatre both on stage and behind-the-scenes and
students are encouraged to take Acting 12 and
Theatre Production 12. SPECIAL NOTE: This
course culminates with students participating
in the KSS FRINGE FESTIVAL (either directing
a short play or creating an original work).
Rehearsals and performances for the FRINGE
are held outside of class time.
DRAMA
Theatre Production: Technical Theatre 11 (serious Gr10 students
may apply)
Drama 10
Acting 12
Theatre Production: Technical Theatre 12
Acting 11
Directing & Script Development 12
Directing & Script Development 11
Drama 10 (10 wk)
Theatre Company 11 (audition only)
Theatre Company 12 (audition only)
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DRAMA 10
MDRG-10-2T (10 week) - MDRG-10-4S (semester)
*Students choose between the 10 week or full
semester version of this course.
Content: This course provides a foundation for
theatre study in drama. Students start out with
theatre games, non-verbal and verbal work, and
improvisation. They quickly progress to scene
work and class performances. In addition, some
elements of theatre production (backstage or
theatre "tech") are covered.
Serious grade 10 students who are interested
in getting involved with the KSS Night Owl
Theatre Company should strongly consider
taking Theatre Production 11 in their Grade 10
year. Contact Ms. Holmwood for further
details at [email protected]
THEATRE COMPANY 11 (Linear, by audition
only)
Content: If you are a serious Drama student and
would like to join The Night Owl Theatre
Ensemble of actors, you are invited to audition for
this course. Successful applicants will be part of
the Theatre Company. Two major productions will
be staged throughout the year, usually one in the
fall and the second in the spring. This course
runs all year and all rehearsals are held outside
of the timetable – some weekends are
involved. Students interested in this course
should be prepared to audition at the
beginning of June. Contact Ms. Holmwood for
further details.
THEATRE COMPANY 12 (Linear, by audition
only)
Content: If you are a serious Drama student and
would like to join The Night Owl Theatre
Ensemble of actors, you are invited to audition for
this course. Successful applicants will be part of
the Theatre Company. Two major productions will
be staged throughout the year, usually one in the
fall and the second in the spring. This course
runs all year and all rehearsals are held outside
of the timetable – some weekends are
involved. Students interested in this course
should be prepared to audition at the
beginning of June. Contact Ms. Holmwood for
further details.
THEATRE PRODUCTION 11 - MTPR-11-4L
Content: Theatre Production 11 is for any
student who has an interest in hands-on work
backstage in theatre production. There is no
audition for this after-school class, but students
must make a commitment to being involved in
the Night Owl Theatre Company – as such,
teacher permission is required. Through
participation in theatre productions in a variety of
settings and with a variety of responsibilities,
students increase their knowledge and develop
skills in all phases of theatre. The work of the
course provides a foundation in design, technical
theatre and theatre management. This course is
held outside of the timetable.
THEATRE PRODUCTION 12 - MTPRT12-4L
(Linear)
Content: This course is for any student who has
an interest in hands-on work backstage in theatre
production. There is no audition for this after-
school class, but students must make a
commitment to being involved in the Night Owl
Theatre Company – as such, teacher permission
is required. Students may specialize in either
technical theatre or in theatre management at the
grade 12 level of Theatre Production. Technical
theatre will focus on the techniques and skills
needed for design, lighting, sound, costumes and
props. Theatre management will focus on the
leadership roles in such areas as stage
management, house management, technical
direction and production management. . This
course is held outside of the timetable.
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DESCRIPTION OF COURSES
FOODS STUDIES 10 – MIDS-0B12T (10 week)
Content: Learn to cook fun and nutritious foods.
Focus will be on basic fundamental cooking skills,
kitchen & food safety, time management and
experience a variety of recipes, from baking to
main entrees. New cooks are welcomed.
FOOD STUDIES 11 - MFDN-11-4S
Content: This course provides a more advanced
study of nutrition and kitchen skills. You will be
exposed to various types of cooking methods and
techniques. Topics covered will include yeast
breads, poultry, superfoods, food preserving and
meal planning. Students also complete the Food
Safe Level One course at a cost of $20 (only if they
would like to get government certification).
Students enrolling in this class should have basic
fundamental culinary skills.
FOOD STUDIES 12 - MFDN-12-4S
Prerequisite: Foods and Nutrition 11
recommended.
Content: For the advanced cook, try foods from
gourmet books and magazines! Experiment with
food garnishing, spices, pastries and international
foods! This course offers a challenge in the
kitchen for food enthusiasts who are eager to
improve their food preparation skills. The young
chef will have opportunity to be creative in this
hands-on environment.
HUMAN SERVICES 11A, 12A – MHS--1A-4S,
MHS--2A-4S
Content: Are you interested in learning about
children or want to work with children as they
develop from conception to ages 3-4. Students
will learn about the rewards and challenges of
welcoming a new addition to a family. They will
receive practical experience through a "buddy"
system with a grade 1 class, a preschool, and
through the "Baby Think It Over" program which
utilizes infant and pregnancy simulators for a
real-life parenting experience.
HOME ECONOMICS
Fashion & Sewing 11
10
Textiles Arts & Crafts 10 / 11
Food Studies 10
Food Studies 12
Fashion & Sewing 10 (10 wk)
Fashion & Sewing 12
Food Studies 11
Fashion Design 12
Human Services 11A
Human Services 12A
Child Development 11B
Child Development 12B
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TEXTILES ARTS AND CRAFTS 10, 11
MIDS-0A22T (10 week) – MIDS-0A24S (Semester)
– YVPA-1H-4S
Content: This is a "hands on" course. Students
will learn knitting, beading, cross stitch, candle
making, embroidery, hemp jewelry making, Tolle
or decorative painting, and more depending on
the time. No experience necessary.
FASHION & SEWING 10
MIDS-0C12T (10 week)
Content: This is an introduction to sewing and
fashion design for students with little or no
previous sewing experience. You will learn to
operate sewing machines and sergers; study
fibers and fabrics; and learn about tools of the
trade. Projects include PJ's and hoodies or other
garments depending on sewing experience.
FASHION & SEWING 11 - MTXT-11-4S
Content: In this course students continue to
develop sewing skills and learn new techniques.
They will learn to fit clothes to their specific figure
type and choose their own patterns to
complement their present wardrobe. The history
of costume and the fashion industry will also be
studied. Projects will be the individual's choice
depending on their sewing experience. Students
also have the opportunity to compete in the Skills
Canada Competition.
FASHION & SEWING 12 - MTXT-12-4S
Content: In this course advanced sewing
techniques will be used to create more fitted
garments including a jacket or coat. Additional
projects will be the student's choice. Fashion
designing using flat pattern and draping
techniques will be touched on along with
studying garment types and styles. Students also
have the opportunity to compete in the Skills
Canada Competition.
FASHION DESIGN 12 – YVPA-2F-4S
Prerequisite: Fashion & Sewing 12
Content: In this course students will redesign
commercial patters to create their own designs,
learn the technique of flat pattern design, and the
basics of draping on a dress form. Additional
projects will be the student's choice. Students
also have the opportunity to compete in the Skills
Canada Competition.
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The Media and Creative Arts at KSS teach students to use the tools of the 21st century to communicate
effectively and to become digitally and visually literate individuals.
Our program includes the CinemaOwls YouTube channel, where we showcase student work –
http://www.youtube.com/user/CinemaOwls - and the CinemaOwls wiki – a place to share resources
related to all types of media production and filmmaking on-line – http://cinemaowls.wikispaces.com/ .
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DESCRIPTION OF COURSES
COMPUTER GRAPHICS 11/12 - MICTM11-4S
Content: This course is designed to give you
hands on experience with a variety of desktop
publishing software programs. You will become
familiar with the Adobe Suite of programs
including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
You will learn the basics in the 2-D animation
using Flash, and will complete the year using
Premiere video editing to do basic slideshows
and video shorts. (Students will be required to
pay for materials for projects they opt to do
beyond the basic course requirements.)
COMPUTER GRAPHICS ADVANCED -
MICTM12-4S
Content: This course is for students who
have already taken Computer Graphics 11/12.
You will be able to demonstrate advanced
computer skills by working with sophisticated
software products. This is a "hands-on" course
using KSS up-to-date programs like InDesign,
Illustrator, Photoshop and other Adobe
programs. You will work on a variety of
publications, will do 2-D animation, photo
alteration, and be introduced to computerized
digital video editing. You will have the option of
choosing an area of specialization for the final
MEDIA PRODUCTION
Yearbook 10 / 11 / 12
Computer Graphics 11 / 12
Media Arts 10 (10 wk)
Media Arts 10
Computer Graphics Advanced
Documentary Film & Television 11
Documentary Film & Television 12
Graphic Design 11 / 12
Graphic Design Advanced
History of Rock & Roll 11
Photography 12
Video Production 11
Video Production 12
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quarter. (Students will be required to pay for
materials for projects they opt to do beyond the
basic course requirements.)
DOCUMENTARY FILM & TELEVISION 11 -
MDFT-11-4L (Linear, offered outside the
timetable)
DRAMA FILM & TELEVISION 12 - MDFT-12-4L
(Linear, offered outside the timetable)
Content: This is a hands-on course offering an
introduction to documentary, film and television
production for students who enjoy being both in
front of and behind the camera. Students will
have an opportunity to develop a range of
broadcasting skills as we produce numerous short
films and one longer piece. This course includes
an introduction to pre-production (scripts,
storyboards, shot lists), production (acting and
hosting, camera, sound and lighting operation,
location management), and post-production
(editing and distribution). Students will be
expected to work collaboratively as members of a
team in a variety of roles while developing
professional standards and attitudes to their
work. Class times are somewhat flexible and will
be partially determined by project/production
requirements. It should be noted that this course
is integrated with the production of media for the
school online news source, Censor This! and Art
of Adventure Online Magazine. Grade 10’s are
welcome to take this course but must behave
maturely and have a strong work ethic.
GRAPHIC DESIGN 11/12 - MSAPG11-4S
Content: You will begin this course with a
study of the basics of design, computer
typesetting, and image generation. You will study
logo design, generate business cards and
letterheads, posters and package design. You will
learn to use Photoshop and InDesign. You will be
introduced to screen printing. (Students will be
required to pay for materials for projects they opt
to do beyond the basic course requirements.)
GRAPHIC DESIGN ADVANCED – MSAPG12-4S
Content: This is an advanced course in
design, screen-printing and computer drawing
skills, along with commercial art skills. Students
will cut eps designs on the sign cutter. Students
will also be introduced to beginning Interior
Design concepts.
During the final quarter, students will work on a
major project of their choosing that will further
their skills in a chosen area. (Students will be
required to pay for materials for projects they opt
to do beyond the basic course requirements.)
HISTORY OF ROCK AND ROLL 11 -
YSSC-2B-4S
Content: This 2 credit course explores the history
of popular music and culture from the 1950’s
through to the present. Students will listen to a
wide variety of music (folk, rockabilly, blues, rock,
soul, psychedelic, glam, prog, disco, techno, punk,
metal, etc.), view a number of films and
documentaries, and complete assignments and
projects. Special attention will be paid to these
artists: Little Richard, Chuck Berry, Buddy Holly,
Jerry Lee Lewis, Elvis Presley, Bob Dylan, The
Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, Pink
Floyd, Iron Maiden, Led Zeppelin, Elton John,
Fleetwood Mac, Michael Jackson, Madonna,
Queen, Run DMC, Nirvana and U2. A must course
for all music enthusiasts!
MEDIA ARTS 10 - MVAM-10-2T (10 week)
Content: This is a hands-on introductory
production course for students interested in
digital, electronic and paper-based media.
Students will explore activities relating to video
production and graphic art and design. Some
projects involve group work and students will be
expected to function as a reliable group
member. SPECIAL NOTE: Students who wish a
more in-depth exploration (including
photography) should take the full semester
version of Media 10.
MEDIA ARTS 10 - MVAM-10-4S
Content: This is a hands-on production course for
students interested in exploring a broader variety
of digital, electronic and paper-based media. This
full semester course offers students the
opportunity to use a wider range of equipment,
hardware, software and web tools while
participating in a more in-depth exploration of
film production, graphic art and design, and
projects in photography and possibly screen-
printing. SPECIAL NOTE: Many projects involve
group work and students will be expected to
function as a reliable group member.
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PHOTOGRAPHY 12 – YVPA-2D-4S
Content: This course is for those who want
an in-depth class in photography. Students will
do work in photocomposition; will study light,
including natural light, flash, and studio lighting;
and will work with various lenses and filters. Time
will be devoted to photographing scenery,
working in portraiture, and photographing still
life. Students will work with B&W film and
advanced darkroom techniques, then progress to
work with digital images from digital cameras, or
by scanning of negs and prints, and then
manipulating these images in Photoshop. Time
will be devoted to building a portfolio, and
presenting images for display. This course is
recommended for students enrolled in Art AP.
Students must have their own 35 mm reflex
camera with an ability to adjust shutter speeds
and lens openings. All photo supplies required to
complete the course are supplied, but students
who want to access enrichment projects beyond
the basic course requirements may purchase
additional materials from the instructor. NOTE:
Students wishing to take this course are asked
to meet with Ms. Nicol prior to the beginning
of the course to discuss equipment
requirements.
VIDEO PRODUCTION 11 – MVAMT11-4S
Content: This is a hands-on technical course
emphasizing behind-the-camera skills in pre-
production (scripts, storyboards, shot lists),
production techniques (camera handling &
operation, specific shooting skills, sound &
lighting theory and operation, green screen,
location management), and post-production
techniques (introduction to Final Cut Pro).
Students who wish to take this course should be
interested primarily in the technical aspects of
film and video production. Students will be
expected to work collaboratively as members of a
team in a variety of roles while developing
professional standards and attitudes to their
work. Grade 10’s may elect to take this course
in 2nd semester provided they have
successfully completed Media Arts 10 in the
first semester. They must behave maturely
and have a strong work ethic.
VIDEO PRODUCTION 12 – MVAMT12-4S
Content: This is a follow-up course to Video
Production 11. In addition to the pre-production,
production, and post-production skills already
covered, students will have a chance to hone
their creative skills through more complex
shoots and a deeper exploration of production
techniques. Students will be exposed to a more
complex industry model which includes batch
capture, custom audio and animation (Motion),
and reliance on others for certain elements of
the production process (allowing for students to
specialize in certain components of production).
Students will be expected to work collaboratively
as members of a team in a variety of roles while
developing professional standards and attitudes
to their work.
YEARBOOK 10/11/12
YCCT-0A-4L – YCCT-1A-4L - YCCT-2A-4L (Linear)
Content: This class designs and produces the
school yearbook. Students will learn how a book
is published, and will be responsible for all
writing, design and photography that will appear
in the book. In order to do this, students will learn
in-depth skills in InDesign (page layout software)
and Photoshop (photo manipulation software).
As well, students will learn the business skills
required to fund a book through sales to
students. Students will be required to work
outside of class time (approx.3 hours per month
at noon or after school) to photograph events
and sell and distribute books. Students will be
interviewed and approved by the yearbook
teacher during the first week of class.
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DESCRIPTION OF COURSES
DANCE FITNESS 10/ 11/12
MPE--10F4S – (Semester) (PE credit)
MDNP-11A4S – MDNP-12A4S (Semester)
MDNP-11A4L – MDNP-12A4L (Linear, offered
outside the regular timetable in the am)
Content: This fun and energizing course
will be similar to the Modern Dance Class, but will
focus more on your overall fitness and wellbeing.
It is a non-performance class. Four to five
different styles of dance and choreography will be
taught. As well, fitness conditioning, Yoga,
Zumba, and Body Sculpting will be explored.
Units are often determined by what style of dance
the students want to participate in. In the past,
our Dance Fitness Class and Casorso Elementary
students have fundraised for a special needs
school in Barra, Mexico. To date we have raised
over $50,000! Join this class and be inspired!
Indoor running shoes will be required for this
course. Dance Fitness 11 and 12 will be offered
both semester and linear; linear is in the am
only.
DANCE PERFORMANCE 10/11/12
MDNP-10-4L (Linear outside of the timetable)
(Fine Arts Course)
MDNP-11-4L, MDNP-12-4L (Linear, offered
outside the regular timetable) (Fine Arts Course)
Content: This is a performance class for all levels.
Students will develop new and existing technique
and skills, with a focus on learning and
performing 4 pieces of choreography to be
performed at various school events throughout
the school year. Students will be exposed to
genres including jazz, ballet, contemporary, hip
hop, and different styles of ethnic and social
dance. Class will be held Mondays and
Wednesdays from 3:30-5pm. Students may be
involved in a spring dance festival, one weekend
trip, and other small performances within and
outside of school class time. Individual and group
projects are a major component to this course.
All dancers will be required to fundraise to
assist with operating costs.
MODERN DANCE
Dance Fitness 10 / 11 / 12
Dance Performance 10/11 / 12
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DESCRIPTION OF COURSES
CONCERT BAND 10/11/12
MMCB-10-4L – MIMCB11-4L – MIMCB12-4L
(Linear)
Content: This course aims for a high level of
musical performance. Students taking this course
should expect to be involved in multiple
performances, concerts and possible travel tours.
CHAMBER CHOIR 10/11/12 (Linear, by audition
only) (Outside the timetable)
MIDS-0B-4L (AM Class) – MIDS-1B-4L – MIDS-
2B-4L
Content: Participants in this course are taught
the fundamentals of choral singing and emphasis
is placed upon performance in a classical style.
This group performs at least six times during the
school year. Although the ability to sight-read
music is a substantial benefit, it is not a necessity.
MUSIC
Jazz Band 11 (possible audition)
Concert Band 10
Jazz Studies 10
Jazz Studies 12
Jazz Band 10 (possible audition)
Jazz Band 12 (possible audition)
Jazz Studies 11
Concert Band 12
Concert Band 11
Orchestra 10
Orchestra 11
Orchestra 12
Chamber Choir 11 (by audition)
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Choral Music 10
Vocal Jazz 10 (by audition)
Vocal Jazz 12 (by audition)
Chamber Choir 10 (by audition)
Chamber Choir 12 (by audition)
Vocal Jazz 11 (by audition)
Choral Music 12
Choral Music 11
Sound Engineering 11
Sound Engineering 12
Rhythm & Blues Band 10(by audition)
Rhythm & Blues Band 12(by audition)
Rhythm & Blues Band 11(by audition)
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CHORAL MUSIC 10/11/12 (Linear, non-
auditioned)
MMCC-10-4L – MCMCC11-4L – MCMCC12-4L
Content: As opposed to the “Vocal Jazz” and
“Chamber Choir” courses which take place
“outside” of the regular timetable and requires an
audition, this course requires no audition and
occurs within the regular daily timetable.
Emphasis is placed upon the development of
good vocal technique which includes appropriate
approaches to vocal warm-up, stance, breath
support, development of tonal quality,
enunciation, etc. This group performs
approximately four times during the school year
with the first performance being Remembrance
Day.
JAZZ BAND 10 – MMJB-10-4L (Linear)
Content: This music performance course
explores a wide variety of jazz repertoire
including swing, shuffle, the ballad, and various
forms of Latin jazz. All students are provided with
jazz listening, analysis, rehearsal/performance
and improvisational experiences. In order to
provide an even broader musical experience, all
Jazz Band 10 students are also required to
perform with the Gr. 10 Concert Band. They will
also be registered in a 2-credit, outside the
timetable class. Students may be required to
audition in order to gain entry to this
performance oriented course.
JAZZ BAND 11 – MIMJB11-4L (Linear)
Content: This music performance course
explores a wide variety of jazz repertoire
including swing, shuffle, the ballad, and various
forms of Latin jazz. All students are provided with
jazz listening, analysis, rehearsal/performance
and improvisational experiences. In order to
provide an even broader musical experience, all
Jazz Band 11 students are also required to
perform with the Senior Concert Band. They will
also be registered in a 2-credit, outside the
timetable class. Students are required to
audition in order to gain entry to this
performance oriented course.
JAZZ BAND 12 – MIMJB12-4L (Linear)
Content: This music performance course
explores a wide variety of jazz repertoire
including swing, shuffle, the ballad, and various
forms of Latin jazz. All students are provided with
jazz listening, analysis, rehearsal/performance
and improvisational experiences. In order to
provide an even broader musical experience, all
Jazz Band 12 students are also required to
perform with the Senior Concert Band. They will
also be registered in a 2-credit, outside the
timetable class. Students are required to
audition in order to gain entry to this
performance oriented course.
JAZZ STUDIES 10 – YVPA-0A-4L (Linear)
(Outside the timetable)
Content: This course will give students an
opportunity to work in small performance groups,
and to study improvisation techniques. It offers
soloists and rhythm section players an
opportunity to develop skills as they are exposed
to an extensive repertoire. Students should
expect to be involved in extensive public
performances and involvement with other
professional musicians. Students must audition
or receive permission from the instructor.
JAZZ STUDIES 11 – YVPA-1A-4L (Linear)
(Outside the timetable)
Content: This course will give students an
opportunity to work in small performance groups,
and to study improvisation techniques. It offers
soloists and rhythm section players an
opportunity to develop skills as they are exposed
to an extensive repertoire. Students should
expect to be involved in extensive public
performances and involvement with other
professional musicians. Students must audition
or receive permission from the instructor.
JAZZ STUDIES 12 – YVPA-2A-4L (Linear)
(Outside the timetable)
Content: This course will be a continuation of
techniques learned from Jazz Studies 11. It will
continue to focus students into small
performance groups, and to further pursue
improvisation techniques. The course will offer
soloists and rhythm section players an
opportunity to develop music literature. Students
should expect to be involved in extensive public
performances. Students must audition or receive
permission from the instructor.
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ORCHESTRA 10/11/12
MMOS-10-4L – MIMOS11-4L – MIMOS12-4L
(Linear, by audition only) (Outside the timetable)
Content: This course is open to all wind players
and all string players. Wind players are
auditioned at the first rehearsal in September. It
will continue to explore all areas of traditional
classical repertoire and orchestral techniques.
This course requires intensive musical
involvement and extra rehearsals, concerts and
tours. Students must have permission of the
instructor. The orchestra rehearses on a Tuesday
evening and includes members of the
community.
RHYTHM & BLUES BAND 10/11/12 MIDS-
0C44L – MIDS-1C44L – MIDS-2C44L (Linear, by
audition only) (Outside the timetable)
Requirement: Vocalists required to be in
Chamber Choir
Content: This high energy, performance
oriented course is available to singers, rhythm
players and instrumentalists who desire a more
extensive musical experience which will prepare
them for a career in the area of music
performance. Extra-curricular performances will
be emphasized and potential students must also
be registered in a large music performance class
(jazz band, concert band, etc.). Repertoire
explored will range from early Motown of the
'60's to the latest Top 40 hits.
SOUND ENGINEERING 11-12
YVPA-1G-4S – YVPA-2G-4S (Semester)
Content: This course is designed for students
interested in setting up and running a
Professional Sound System; learning how to
produce and record a professional sounding CD
and various aspects of the Sound and Recording
industry. Students will also learn different
microphone techniques for live sound production
and the use of a professional 16 track
soundboard. Students will produce their own CD
and be expected to operate sound systems at
various live events at the school and throughout
the community, including the opportunity to
work in a professional theatre. All members must
be enrolled in another music course at the
director’s discretion.
VOCAL JAZZ 10/11/12 (Linear, by audition
only) (Linear, by audition only) (Outside the
timetable)
MMVJ-10-4L – MCMJV11-4L – MCMJV12-4L
Content: Participants in this course are taught
the fundamentals of choral singing and
emphasis is placed upon performance in a jazz
style. This group performs at least six times
during the school year. Students are required to
sing in a 4 credit Chamber Choir, Monday &
Tuesday or Wednesday mornings at 7:30 am.
Although the ability to sight-read music is a
substantial benefit, it is not a necessity.
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DESCRIPTION OF COURSES
AIKIDO 10/11/12 YLRA-1H-4S
Content: This course is available to all grades.
Aikido (Way of Harmony) is a relatively new
martial art founded in 1925. The techniques that
form the basis of modern Aikido are derived
from much older martial arts developed by
Japanese Samurai warriors. Aikido is a soft
martial art that controls aggression without
inflicting injury. It is non-competitive and
physical training goals include relaxation,
flexibility, and endurance with less emphasis on
strength training. Practice is conducted in a spirit
of mutual respect and co-operation. Students
will have the option to be graded by the
Canadian Aikido Federation. Aikido clubs can be
found at most universities including UVic, UBC,
SFU and UBCO.
SPECIAL NOTE: This elective does not replace
the mandatory PE 10 Course.
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS 10 – MIDS-2A12T (10
week)
Credits: 2
Prerequisite: PE 9
Content: This course has been developed as an
introduction for students to the Mixed Martial
Arts 11 course. The focus in grade 10 is on self-
defense and respect for one another. This Course
is broken down into 4 areas of study: Japanese
Jiu-Jitsu, Introduction to Boxing, Brazilian Jiu-
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Leadership 10
Mixed Martial Arts 10
Mixed Martial Arts 11/12
Leadership – Event Planning 12
Aikido 10/11/12
Leadership 11
Leadership 12
Physical Education 10
Physical Education 12
Physical Education 11
Strength & Conditioning 12
Strength & Conditioning 11
Outdoor Education & Outdoor Skills 12
Outdoor Education & Outdoor Skills 11
Yoga & Wellness 12
Yoga & Wellness 11
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Jitsu, and Free Style Wrestling. Along with
developing like skills and self-confidence, MMA
10 will improve cardiovascular and muscular
fitness.
SPECIAL NOTE: This 10 week elective does not
replace the mandatory PE 10 Course.
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS 11/12 - YLRA-1E-4S
Prerequisite: PE 10 and Teacher
recommendation
Content: This course has been developed
to introduce students to mixed martial arts and a
practical system of personal self-defence. This
course is broken down into 4 areas of study:
Boxing, Brazilian, Jiu-Jitsu, Japanese Jiu-Jitsu, and
fitness training. Along with developing life skills,
MMA 11 will improve cardiovascular fitness and
muscular fitness.
OUTDOOR EDUCATION & OUTDOOR
SKILLS 11 – YPR--1A-4L (Linear, outside the
timetable)
Content: The goal of this course is to provide an
atmosphere that crackles with excitement,
enthusiasm and wonder. Training is provided in
a variety of outdoor pursuits. Some will include:
backpacking, climbing, camping, survival
techniques, path finding, tracking, use and
maintenance of outdoor tools and other outdoor
skills deemed appropriate by the instructors.
Students will be evaluated using a variety of
approaches, including a personal journal, skill
presentations, reports and other class projects.
All classes are taken outside of the regular
timetable.
OUTDOOR EDUCATION & OUTDOOR
SKILLS 12 - YPR--2A-4L (Linear, outside the
timetable)
Contents: This course is intended as a
continuation of Outdoor Education 11, where the
student’s skills will be taken to a higher level.
Training is provided in a variety of pursuits. Some
of these pursuits will include: backpacking,
planning for extended wilderness outings,
orienteering and solo camping. Students will be
evaluated using a variety of approaches including
personal journals, skill presentations, reports and
other class projects. All classes are taken
outside of the regular timetable.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION 10 – MPE--10-4S
Content: This course is comprehensive in scope
and diversity. There is a great variety of expertise
in our department to create interesting and
enjoyable programs. The focus of the Grade 10
program is to offer each student a challenging
positive experience. We strongly promote
participation, the importance of being fit and
encourage students to join our successful extra-
curricular program.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION 11 (Traditional)
MPE--11A4S
Content: This traditional PE 11 course is directed
at students who enjoy physical education, but
who may not be an athlete or participate on
extracurricular teams. This course will expose
students to a fitness program, outdoor field
activities and indoor individual and team sports.
This course does not have any field trips. All
components of this course will be done at
Kelowna Secondary or in the surrounding area.
This is a co-ed class and as such students are
expected to display maturity and a willingness to
try new experiences. Enthusiasm and a positive
outlook will go a long way to enhancing the
quality of this course.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION 11 (Lifetime Sports)
MPE--11-4S
Content: This fun lifetime sports course has
many out of school activities such as swimming,
skating, ice hockey, bowling (5 and 10 pin),
racquetball, roller-skating, rollerblading, and
curling. Many other leisure and fitness activities
will be covered as well as team and individual
sports (e.g. basketball and badminton).
PHYSICAL EDUCATION 12 – MPE--12-4S
Content: This course covers three basic areas:
leisure oriented activities, performance-oriented
activities and active health units. Some of the
leisure and performance activities that may be
covered are squash, curling, racquetball, 10-pin
bowling, swimming, scuba, cycling, golf, fitness
and others. A major outdoor hiking and camping
experience is also an activity for the spring. This
course is intended as a fun and participation
course.
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PE TEACHER ASSISTANT 11/12
Content: Students taking this course will help
with administrative duties, run warm-ups, help
with equipment and other tasks as required. They
must show leadership by bringing gym strip and
participate in all activities. NOTE: Students
interested in this course should build a spare
into their timetable and then obtain
permission from the PE teacher to be admitted
into this course. Once admitted, they will
receive the necessary form to fill out.
LEADERSHIP 10
YCPA-0A-2T (10 week) – MIDS-0A-
Content: Choose to Lead! This course will offer
the practical skills required to be an effective
leader. Organizational skills, communication
skills, team building, and volunteering at KSS and
in the community. The Leadership student will
also learn to organize events that promote school
spirit. They will plan events such as spirit days,
holidays and lunch time events as well as
community food drives and fundraisers. This
course can be taken as 2 credits or 4 credits.
LEADERSHIP 11/12 (Morning Class)
MIDS-1A- – MIDS-2A- (By application only, see
Mr. Triggs or Mr. Sodaro) (Linear, outside the
timetable)
Content: Offered outside of the timetable
students will experience Leadership 11 or 12 by
contributing in fostering school spirit and gain
the Leadership experience that many universities
are looking for through volunteering and working
with school and community organizations. The
students will learn advanced skills in the areas of
event planning, marketing and promotions as
well as using timelines, presentation skills and
how to conduct meetings. The students will be
able to contribute to Airband, Grad Sleepover,
Western Canada Basketball Tournament and
Cancer Awareness week. Another focus will be to
choose a world, national or local organization to
work with and raise funds for. They will be
expected to work hard, volunteer some of their
own time and contribute to the spirit and culture
of KSS.
LEADERSHIP 11 - YCPA-1A-4S
Content: This course is designed to figure out if
Leadership is for you. It takes students with many
different talents to organize an event and we are
looking for talented students that are interested
in making KSS a better place. The students in
Leadership 11 will learn the skills of event
planning, how to run a meeting, organize
lunchtime events, use timelines and learn
concepts in marketing and advertising. As well,
team building and effective group management
skills are taught concurrently.
LEADERSHIP 12 – EVENT PLANNING – YCPA-
2A-4S
Prerequisite: Students must be recommended
for this course.
Content: This course is designed for those
students that want to excel in the world of event
planning, marketing, promotions and advertising.
The students will work closely with local radio
stations, TV and advertising firms. Students will
also visit a variety of community organizations
such as the BC Cancer Foundation of the
Southern Interior, Rotary, the Gospel Mission and
Prospera. This knowledge will then in turn be
used to organize Grad Sleepover, KSS Airband
and KSS Cancer Awareness Week. Students will
be expected to work hard and exhibit a passion
for KSS and it's surrounding community.
STRENGTH & CONDITIONING 11
YHRA-1A-4L (AM) (Linear, outside the timetable)
– YHRA-1A-4S (In the timetable)
Content: This is an elective for students who
have completed PE 10. Students will learn
different techniques and theories of strength
training, conditioning, life style and nutrition.
Students will design and perform a personal
training plan based on their interest in a physical
activity and corresponding written assignments.
Classes are offered inside and outside of the
regular timetable.
STRENGTH & CONDITIONING 12
YHRA-2A-4L (AM) (Linear, outside the timetable)
– YHRA-2A-4S (In the timetable)
Content: This is an elective for students who
have completed PE 11. Students will learn
different techniques and theories of strength
training, conditioning, life style and nutrition.
Students will design and perform a personal
training plan based on their interest in a physical
activity and corresponding written assignments.
Classes are offered inside and outside of the
regular timetable.
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YOGA & WELLNESS 11 – YLRA-1L-4S
(Semester) YLRA-1L-4L (Linear, outside the
timetable)
Content: This course will introduce students to
different styles of yoga including Ashtanga, Hatha
and Bikram and will also include fitness workouts
focusing on strengthening the core muscles.
Learn proper body alignment for yoga postures,
develop flexibility and strength, gain
understanding of yoga theory and learn
relaxation techniques. Energizing and
empowering for mind and body!
YOGA & WELLNESS 12 – MIDS-0A12L
(Linear, outside the timetable) Content: Yoga & Wellness 12 will deepen
your yoga asana practice and expand your
knowledge of breath techniques, meditation and
mudras as well as explore yogic diet and
Ayurvedic principles. You will step into your
personal power both physically and mentally
through Power yoga and other rigorous styles of
yoga, so be willing to step out of your comfort
zone!
This course is offered to students who have
completed Yoga & Wellness 11 or who are able
to demonstrate a deep understanding and
knowledge of yoga asanas and theory.
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APPLIED TECHNOLOGY
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
COMPUTER DRAFTING TECHNOLOGY
ROBOTICS/ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY
WOODWORK TECHNOLOGY
TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
Metal Art Jewelry Design 10
Metal Work 10
Electronics 10
Technology 10
Metal Fabrication & Machinery 11
Metal Fabrication & Machinery 12
Automotive & Power Mechanics 10
AST Level 1 (Automotive Service
Tech Program)
Automotive Technology 11
Automotive Technology 12
Drafting 10
Drafting & Design 12
Drafting & Design 11
Industrial Arts & Design Computer
Assisted Machining 12
Industrial Arts & Design Computer
Assisted Machining 11
Woodwork 10
Carpentry & Joinery 12
Carpentry & Joinery 11
Robotics 10
Robotics/Electronics 11
Robotics/Electronics 12
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DESCRIPTION OF COURSES
APPLIED TECHNOLOGY
ELECTRONICS 10 - MTEE-10-2T (10 week)
Credits: 2
Content: This course is designed to introduce
you to the exciting world of electronics. Come
and explore a subject that impacts almost
everything you do on a daily basis. Electronics is
a continually changing field that offers many
different and fascinating careers. Projects
and theory will focus on hands-on activities that
relate to robotics and low voltage circuit boards.
Projects may include battle bots, burglar alarms,
or reaction timers/reflex games.
METAL ART JEWELRY 10 MIDS-0A12T (10 week)
Credits: 2
Content: This beginner's hands-on course has an
emphasis on student-designed jewelry where
student originality is encouraged. Students start
with designing and creating a hand cut pendant
then make a sterling silver ring using the lost wax
casting method. A variety of metals are used
including aluminum, silver, copper, brass, and
stainless steel. A unit on glass slumping and bead
making is also included. Tentative projects
include 3D glass objects, utensil jewelry, chain
mail jewelry, and wire frame figures. This class
focuses on metal shop safety, hand and power
tool use, metric and imperial measurement and
builds confidence while working in the shop
environment.
METAL ART JEWELRY 11/12
MMFMJ12-4S
Content: Metal Art Jewelry 11/12 is an extension
of Metal Art Jewelry 10, however it is not a
prerequisite. Students will first complete a unit
on the CNC (Computerized) mill to machine a
project of their design choice, whether it be
earrings, pendants or brooches. Students will
then explore several specialized welding
techniques to join decorative metals in order to
create jewelry stands, candle scones, sculptures
an wall art. Students will continue with a glass
unit which includes stained glass, glass fusing and
wire wrapped jewelry. The last quarter of the
course allows students to explore a metal art
specialty of their choice to create a self-designed
project. Also, students will be given the
opportunity to create projects that were not
completed in Metal Art Jewelry 10.
METAL WORK 10 – MTEM-10-2T (10 week)
Credits: 2
Content: This course introduces you to several
basic metal work processes used in the industry
today. Students will safely learn to work with
basic hand tools and power equipment. You will
start with basic decorative projects, such as self-
designed key chains and then continue with more
complicated processes such as sheet metal work,
lathe machining, and welding. Metal Work 10
focuses on the development of measuring skills,
using metric and standard scales. This course is
explorative to cover all aspects of the metal shop
to prepare you for senior metal work.
METAL FABRICATION & MACHINERY 11
MMFM-11-4S
Content: This course further introduces students
to basic hand tools and power equipment.
Students then learn a variety of welding skills
including gas, wire feed, and stick welding
applications. Students will also explore various
types of sheet metal and machining practices to
make several creative projects. After the
completion of assigned projects that build up
student skill and shop awareness, students are
able to design and construct a personal project to
complete as a final assignment.
METAL FABRICATION & MACHINERY 12
MMFM-12-4S
Content: Metal Fabrication and Machinery 12 is
an extension of Metal Work 11 however, it is not
a prerequisite. Students will review welding and
cutting such as gas, wire feed, and stick welding
applications with the addition of TIG welding.
Students will then complete a unit to build their
machining and precision measurement skills
using the lathe and the CNC Milling machine.
After an assigned project, students will design,
orthographically draw, plan, and budget to
construct a project of their own choice. A unit on
exploring trade careers, specifically in the metal
fabrication industry, will be introduced with the
incorporation of field trips, guest speakers, and a
research project.
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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
INTRODUCTION TO AUTOMOTIVE & POWER
MECHANICS 10 - MTEC-10-2T (10 week)
Credits: 2
Content: Power Mechanics is an introduction to
automotive engines and other various power
sources. Students study in depth the construction
and theory of both two and four stroke small
gasoline engines. Students will further
understand how they work by rebuilding an
engine and solving any problems that may be
encountered when using small engines in real life
situations. A brief introduction to automotive
applications is also included. Some equipment to
be worked on includes lawn mowers, chain saws,
rototillers, bikes, and go-karts. Students will also
study one other power source during the course
ranging from hydraulics and CO2 cars, to wind
and solar power. Lastly, we will study how these
power sources affected society in the past, the
present, and the future.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 11
MAT--11-4S
Content: This course will cover safety, shop
practices, power train, body and chassis,
electrical, and electronic systems.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 12 - MAT--12-4S
Content: This course continues to cover safety,
shop practices, power train, chassis, electrical, and
electronic systems.
ACEIT – AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECH (AST) –
LEVEL 1
ACEIT is a dual credit program that allows
students to earn credits for 4 blocks, (16 credits
total) of Automotive 12. It also gives students
apprenticeship qualifications for the Level 1
Automotive Service Tech Schooling, (the same
credit as the six-week AST course first year
apprentices take.) Students must maintain 70
percent in the course, and pass the Ministry AST
Level 1 Test with 70 percent to earn Ministry
trades credits. Students are considered first year
apprentices, ready to start their first year
apprenticeship when they leave KSS. Students
must be in a position to graduate to qualify for
the course.
Students interested in the course must be serious
about a career in the automotive trade, and have
previous mechanical experience. It is highly
recommended that students have taken
Automotive 10 or Powertech 10, and Automotive
11. Experience outside of school is
recommended, and will be considered. Students
must have a true passion for the trade. The
course includes a 40-hour work experience
section. A good attendance record and
commitment to learning is essential to be
successful in this course.
If you are on a trades track and want to get an
early start, this is the program for you. It is
challenging, fun, and a great way to get a head
start on your career.
As this course is taught on one complete day,
students can only select 4 other courses.
Students interested in this course must see Mr.
Thomas to begin the application process.
COMPUTER DRAFTING TECHNOLOGY
DRAFTING 10 – MTED-10-2T (10 week)
Content: This course is designed to
introduce students to the fundamentals and basic
concepts of CADD (Computer Assisted Drafting).
It is a highly recommended entry point for the
Drafting & Design 11/12 courses. Students will be
introduced to manual drafting to learn basic
drafting concepts and will then use AutoCAD
software for the remainder of the course.
Students will complete a mechanical drafting unit
consisting of isometric projections, oblique
projections and orthographic projections.
Introductory Architectural drafting will follow
where students will create a blueprint and
elevation of a small house. Finally students will be
able to use the CAD software alongside our vinyl
cutter to create stickers and T-shirt transfers.
DRAFTING & DESIGN 11 – MDD--11-4S
Includes CNC module.
Content: This course is “hands on”, using three of
the latest industry CAD software: AutoCAD,
Inventor and MasterCAM. 2D isometric and
orthographic Mechanical drafting is covered
using AutoCAD. Students then use Autodesk
Inventor to create several three-dimensional
drawings and assembly models. The second
section of the course is divided into Architectural
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drafting where students will use AutoCAD to
design and draw a set of house plans. The final
section of this course is related to CNC
(Computerized) machining where students use
MasterCAM software along with the CNC router,
to draw, create a tool path and machine a project
of their design.
DRAFTING & DESIGN 12 – MDDA-12-4S
Includes new CNC module.
Prerequisites: Drafting & Design 11
Content: This is a more in-depth drafting course
designed to build and expand on Drafting &
Design 11. All aspects of Drafting and Design 11
will be considered foundational, and students will
now specialize in either engineering/mechanical
drafting, or go the Architectural route. AutoCAD
and Inventor software will be used. Additionally,
students will not only create home blue prints
using AutoCAD, but they will create a 3D model
of their design using REVIT software. A
MasterCAM and router machining unit be also be
covered.
INDUSTRIAL ARTS & DESIGN
INDUSTRIAL ARTS & DESIGN 11/12
CAD plus CNC – Computer Assisted Machining
MID--11-4S – MID--12-4S
Content: Students will work both in the CAD lab
and the shop to draft, design and build several
artistic projects. Students will start learning
AutoCAD and MasterCAM CNC (Computerized)
software to create an art piece of their choice,
from jewelry to plaques, millwork and inlays.
Students will be able to use the CAD software
alongside our vinyl cutter to create stickers and T-
shirt transfers as well. Students will have the
choice to machine projects out of wood, plastics
or metal. After a safety unit has been completed,
students will then create a personalized (jewelry)
box in the wood shop using the CNC router and
various power machines. Students will also
complete a section on carving and wood burning.
Advanced students will then be able to design
and create a more complex project of their
design.
ROBOTICS/ELECTRONICS TECHNLOLOGY
ROBOTICS 10 – MIDS-1A12T (10 week)
Credits: 2
Content: This is a project-based course dealing
with the design and implementation of behavior-
based robots to accomplish specific tasks.
Students will learn about the evolution of
Robotics, use electronic tools and test equipment
in order to build, test, and modify various types
of circuits and simple robots. Programming and
building materials may include using the
Mindstorms NXT programming platform. Various
opportunities are available to work individually
and in partnerships. The course is a mixture of
lectures, discussion, projects and class
presentations.
ROBOTICS/ELECTRONICS 11 – MEL--11-4S
Content: This course is about furthering the
students understanding of the world in
electronics and encoding. It is delivered using a
combination of theory and practical based
exercises. Electronic concepts are covered in both
analog and digital circuits. Students will learn
about components, semiconductors, correct use
of test equipment, and skill development in
making circuit boards using computer software.
There are a number of fun projects that the
students will complete to develop their
understanding of the science behind electronics.
Projects may include a portable 5-watt iPod
amplifier, 40-watt stereo amplifier, USB power
supply, electronic touch lock, or Arduino robotics.
This course also expands on topics from Robotics
10, which allows students to control electronic
circuits with an Arduino microcontroller. Students
will continue to build and design their own robots
that are able to complete a set of challenges. They
will considerably use more sensory feedback
systems into their robot designs. Students also
have the opportunity to learn a new
programming language, Arduino encoding.
ROBOTICS/ELECTRONICS 12 – MELR-12-4S
Content: This course has a practical based
approach to furthering the students design and
problem solving skills in the world of electronics
and robotics. It is well suited for those students
interested in careers ranging from trades to
applied physics and electrical engineering. It
builds on the technical knowledge required for
personal design tasks that include
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communication systems, digital concepts, and
microcontroller circuits. Some electronic projects
typically include stereo amplifiers, sound organs,
alarms, light displays, and other examples of
digital circuitry. Students are also able to hone
their programming skills while using an Arduino
microcontroller and use more advanced
programming techniques in their projects to
develop their creativity. The use of Boe Bots and
Arduinos allow for more structured laboratory
exercises in the classroom. This enrichment using
the 'gaming' experience provides the opportunity
for advancement to Skills Canada, and other
regional or national competitions.
WOODWORK TECHNOLOGY
WOODWORK 10
MTEW-10-2T (10 week) Credits: 2
MTEW-10-4S Credits: 4
Content: In this introductory/early intermediate
wood shop course students will be exposed to all
the fixed power machines and to an array of
portable power tools and equipment. There is an
initial compulsory project designed to instill some
strong and fundamental woodwork skills.
Individual project selection will be permitted by
students who attain adequate results in this first
project. Safety and measurement are taught and
stressed throughout the entire course. This
course is also available in a 10 week, 2 credit
option.
CARPENTRY & JOINERY 11 – MCJ--11-4S
Prerequisite: Gr. 10 Woodwork, ½ or full year.
Content: The primary focus is on a
comprehensive coverage of sound, fundamental
woodworking practices, with an emphasis on
safety throughout. This should be considered an
intermediate level course, laying a solid
foundation for the grade 12 year. Students learn
how to draw, read and interpret drawings of their
selected project, calculate bills of materials and
material cutting lists. Furniture, cabinet design
and construction form the core of this course. A
wide variety of tools and machinery are used in
the design and completion of student projects.
An introduction CNC router module forms part of
this course.
CARPENTRY & JOINERY 12 – MCJC-12-4S
Prerequisite: Gr.10 Woodwork or Gr.11
Carpentry & Joinery
Content: This course is a continuation of
Carpentry & Joinery 11, but with some advanced
millwork, joinery, laminating and mass
production components added. Furniture,
cabinet design and construction forms the major
parts of this course. The same power and hand
tools are used, but in more complex applications.
A small introductory project introducing students
to basic carpentry is also covered. Exposure to
woodwork career opportunities and OUC trades
courses will be undertaken. An intermediate CNC
routing module forms part of this course.
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PSI Entrance Requirements WHAT ARE THE ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR POST SECONDARY INSTITUTIONS?
Every post-secondary institution (PSI) creates its own entrance requirements. A PSI includes any
schooling after secondary school – colleges, technical schools, universities, etc. What a student needs
for admission at UBC Okanagan is not the same as at UBC Vancouver, Okanagan College or the
University of Alberta. Typically there are entrance requirements for the school in general and then
there are specific entrance requirements for each faculty or program and students must meet all of
them to apply. Most PSI’s look only at grade 12 marks for entrance, but that is not consistently the
case. Students need to research the entrance requirements for any PSI that they might be interested
in attending after high school and then ensure that they are taking the appropriate courses.
UBC/UBCO are now looking at grade 11 marks for entrance if the approved grade 12 course has not
been completed by February of the student's graduation year. For details, see tab marked
"UBC/UBCO Admissions Changes"
Entrance Requirements to BC Universities There are no generic requirements that can be stated to ensure a student is eligible for university
entrance. Each university has differing general requirements for entrance and then within each
faculty there are additional entrance requirements that must be met. The only common course is
English 12. Students, therefore, must consult the university’s website or calendar to investigate
what courses are needed.
Many times university entrance requirements refer to “Approved Academic Grade 12 Courses” that are
accepted at the institution for entrance. The list varies from university to university so YOU MUST REFER TO INDIVIDUAL POST SECONDARY INSTITUTION WEBSITES to ensure you are taking the appropriate courses that
will allow you to apply to that particular university.
UBC/UBCO Admissions
http://you.ubc.ca/admissions/canadian-highschools/bc-yukon/ok/
Canadian Universities http://www.univcan.ca/
Entrance Requirements to BC Colleges Each college has its own program offerings and each program has different entrance
requirements. The college websites and calendars must be consulted for specific program
requirements.
Okanagan College Admissions
http://webapps-5.okanagan.bc.ca/ok/Calendar/Programs
Canadian Colleges http://www.collegesinstitutes.ca/our-members/list-of-members/
* Entrance Requirements to Universities and Colleges OUTSIDE of BC will also have
different entrance requirements.
GRADUATION PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
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Local Post Secondary Info
UBC Okanagan campus is an intimate learning community embracing bold new ways of
thinking that attract exceptional students and faculty. More than 8,300 students from
throughout the Okanagan region, across Canada and 80 other countries are enrolled in
undergraduate and graduate programs in eight faculties and schools.
Okanagan College Kelowna campus is home to a variety of university studies, trades,
technology, business, vocational health and adult education programs to meet your educational
and career goals. The campus has 5,000 students and is proud to offer a comprehensive array
of first and second year university transfer courses as well as two bachelor degree
programs. Students develop the skills of communication, reasoning, and analysis necessary to
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Sprott Shaw Kelowna College Campus graduates have enjoyed new options and employment
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Health Care Assistant, Social Services, Legal Assistant, Medical Office Assistant or Business. It
is their goal that students walk away with not just a diploma, but with an enriched experience
that they will be proud of for the rest of their lives.
Vancouver Career College Kelowna campus strives to help students achieve academic and
career goals. The campus upholds Kelowna's excellent reputation for educational institutions
in the Okanagan. Training programs offered include Registered Massage Therapist, Practical
Nursing, Business Administration Management, Graphic Design, Paralegal, Social Service Youth
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MC College training centers total over 79,000 sq. ft. of instructional space in six major centers
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Esthetics and Fashion Design and places over 95% of these students in training related positions.
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setting high standards to ensure the integrity of the school and its graduates is maintained
throughout the aviation industry. SIFC offers everything from the Recreational Pilot Permit and
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Okanagan College.
Taylor Pro Training Ltd. offers a variety of professional driver training programs as well as
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MATTI (Music & Audio Technical Training Institute) offers accredited hands-on instruction of
comprehensive audio recording and mixing courses which provide certified
training for various positions in the music audio industry.
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JIBC (Justice Institute of British Columbia) is Canada's leading public safety educator. Close to
30,000 people study with them each year. Their programs and courses emphasize hands-on,
experiential learning and are taught by seasoned professionals who share relevant experience.
WT Security & Safety Services of British Columbia offers a wide variety of security, first-aid
and training services for domestic and corporate clientele
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Kelowna Secondary School
1079 Raymer Avenue
Kelowna, BC, V1Y 4Z7
Phone: 250-870-5105
Website: www.kss.sd23.bc.ca