Grade 9 Registration2020-2021 School Year

Principal: Mr. Chad Cobbe

Vice Principals: Mrs. Veronica Adams, Mr. Sean Brown

& Ms. Brooke Williams

Crocus Plains RegionalSecondary School1930 – 1st Street, Brandon

School population – approximately 1140

École secondaire Neelin High School

1020 Brandon Avenue, Brandon

Principal: Mr. Ken Seekings Vice Principals: Mrs. Suzanne Sullivan

School population – approximately 500

Vincent Massey High School715 McDiarmid Drive, Brandon

Principal: Mr. Bryce Ridgen

Vice Principals: Mr. Kurt Hunter &

Mr. Murray MacMillan

School population – approximately 1050

Graduation Diplomas

PROVINCIAL ENGLISH: Crocus Plains, École secondaire Neelin and Vincent Massey

FRENCH IMMERSION: École secondaire Neelin

TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION:

1. Applied Commerce Education:

Crocus Plains, École secondaire Neelin & Vincent Massey

2. Vocational Education:

Crocus Plains & Vincent Massey

English Diploma – 30 CreditsCompulsory Credits

Grade 9

English

Mathematics

Social Studies

Science

Physical Education

Grade 10

English

Mathematics

Geography

Science

Physical Education

Grade 11

English

Mathematics

History

Physical Education

Grade 12

EnglishMathematicsPhysical Education

Technology Education Diploma(Applied Commerce or Vocational)

Compulsory Credits

AS PART OF THE 30 GRADUATION CREDITS:

Applied Commerce

Minimum 8 credits from Applied CommerceProgram

Vocational

Minimum 8 credits from one vocational area

French Immersion DiplomaCompulsory Credits

AS PART OF THE 30 GRADUATION CREDITS:

Students must have a minimum of 14 credits in theImmersion Program to receive an Immersion Diploma (10credits for an Immersion Certificate).

Students need to complete 4 French Immersion credits at thegrade 9 level; 4 at the grade 10 level; 3 credits at the grade 11level; and 3 at the grade 12 level.

French Immersion Diploma – 30 CreditsCompulsory Immersion Credits

Grade 9

Français

English

Mathématiques

Sciences humaines

Éducation physique

Sciences de la nature

Grade 10

Français

English

Mathématiques

Géographie

Éducation physique

Sciences de la nature

Grade 11FrançaisEnglishMathématiquesHistoire du CanadaÉducation physique

Grade 12

Français

English

MathématiquesÉducation physique

Advanced Academic Programs Vincent Massey High School - Advanced Placement Program –

Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, English Language and Composition,English Literature, Physics, Psychology & World History

Crocus Plains Regional Secondary School - Advanced PlacementProgram – Calculus, Computer Science, Environmental Science,English & Studio Art

École secondaire Neelin High School - The InternationalBaccalaureate Diploma will no longer be offered at Neelin HighSchool. We are in the process of implementing the AdvancedPlacement program, with specific courses still to be determined

BSD Special Programs

LIFE SKILLS: students are referred for Life Skills programming through Brandon School Division student services.

EAL: Crocus Plains and Vincent Massey offer programming for EAL students in Stage 1 and 2. EAL students in Stage 3+ may register at all three high schools. Programming for EAL students will be discussed during the transition process.

Prairie Hope High School: Registration at Prairie Hope High School for students within Brandon School Division is through a referral process from the other 3 high schools. Prairie Hope programming is best suited for students who are over 16 years of age and who are pursuing a Mature High School Diploma.There is no direct entry for students moving from Grade 8 into Grade 9.

Timetable Format

Semester Timetable

Semester I – September, October, November, December, andJanuary

Semester II – February, March, April, May, and June

5 Regular Scheduled Slots and Non-Standard Slots (beforeschool, lunch hour, after school)

Grade 9 Sample Timetable

Period Semester 1

(Sept-Jan)

Semester 2

(Feb-June)

1 English Language Arts English Language Arts

2 Mathematics (Elective) ___________

3 (Elective) ___________ Science

12:20 -1:20 PM

Lunch Hour Transportation to Alternate School

4 (Elective) ___________ Physical Education

5 Social Studies (Elective) ___________

Optional CoursesCrocus Plains Regional Secondary School

École secondaire Neelin High School Vincent Massey High School

American History 20G

Business Innovations 10S

Chamber Choir/Ensemble 10S

Concert Band 10S

Concert Choir 10S

Creative Promotions 20S

Drama 10S

Entrepreneurship 20S

French 10S

Geography 20F

Indigenous Languages 11G (Anishinaabemowin/Ojibwe, Cree, Dakota & Michif)

Jazz Band 10S

Keyboarding 25S/Print Communications 25S

Musical Theatre 10S

Personal Finance 20S

Science 20S

Visual Arts 10S

Vocal Jazz 10S

Wind Ensemble 10S

Optional Courses

Crocus Plains Regional Secondary School

Applying ICT

Jazz Combo Applying ICT Dance – Beginner or Intermediate Geographic Information Systems - Introduction Hardware & Software Essentials Introduction to Music Theory Jazz Combo Math Essentials Spanish Visual Art – Printmaking

École secondaire Neelin High School

Vincent Massey High School

Textile Arts Drafting Design Technology Family Studies Food and Nutrition Graphic Communication

Technology Math Essentials

Crocus Plains Regional Secondary School

Vocational Technology Programs

• Automotive Technology • Electronic Science & Technology

• Applied Commerce • Graphic Design

• Carpentry • Hairstyling

• Collision Repair Technology • Health Care Aide

• Culinary Arts • Photography

• Design Drafting • Sound Engineering

• Early Childhood Education • Welding Technology

Technical-Vocational Curriculum Model

Sampling + Exploration Specialization Transition

Technical-Vocational Curriculum Model

Grade 9 + Grade 10: Sampling and ExplorationStudents will explore the specific technology area. Students are encouraged to explore varioustechnical vocational areas.

Grade 11: SpecializationStudents will specialize within the technical vocational subject area of their choice. The learningoutcomes will be linked to post-secondary training or apprenticeship.

Grade 12: TransitionStudents will continue to specialize and develop the skills to facilitate transition to the workplace orpost-secondary education. The learning outcomes will be linked to post-secondary training andapprenticeship.

Sampling + Exploration Specialization Transition

Grade 101 - 3 Credits

Grade 91 Credit

Grade 113 – 4 Credits

Grade 123 – 4 Credits

Automotive Technology Sample Program

• Chamber Ensemble

• Communication Media Technology

• Geographic Information Systems 11G and 21G

• Spanish

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Intro to Auto Tech 10S

Auto Systems and Service 20S

Chassis Fundamentals

and Service 30S

Vehicle SystemsPart 2 40S

Drive drain Fundamentals

and Service 30S

Engine Fundamentals

and Service 30S

AutomotiveElectrical

Systems 40S

Applied Diagnostic Strategies 40S

Vehicle Systems Part 1 40S

Vincent Massey High SchoolVocational Technology Media

Arts Program

Exploration of Broadcast Media and Technology 10S

Introduction to Broadcast Media Technology 20S

Multi-Camera Production 30S

Video Post Production 30S

Single Camera Production 30S

Electronic News Gathering 40S

Documentary and Film Production 40S

Applied Broadcast Media Technology40S

Registration FormYour child has brought home a registration package, it includes: Demographic Information Medical Information Academic History Declaration of Non-Residency Aboriginal Identity Declaration Course Selection Technology and Communication Resources User Agreement Registration Authorization

Please verify that the auto-filled information is correct. Update any information that has changed.

On page 2, you will find a list of student contacts. Please update and verify as necessary.

Complete or update the attached URIS forms, and the Locker Agreement Form and return to your school by March 6th, 2020.

3

4

6

1

2

5

7

2

2

6

4

7

1

3

X

1

2

3

1

2

3

4

XX

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

1

2

3

1

2

3

4

X

School of Choice – Out of Division

If you currently live out of division and attend a BSD K-8 school, you have to fill out school of choice – out of division forms, and include them with your registration packages. (4 copies)

The forms can be found on the BSD website under the Parents/Student tabhttps://www.bsd.ca/Studentsparents/AdmissionsRegistration/schoolofchoice/Pages/default.aspx

https://www.bsd.ca/Studentsparents/AdmissionsRegistration/schoolofchoice/Pages/default.aspx

Math 10F is a compulsory course for all Grade 9 students.

Math 10F is offered in all 3 high schools as a single semester course.

Each high school offers full year math to students based on recommendation from their sending school teams (Grade 9 teacher, Resource teacher, Administration)

Students recommended for full year math will receive a Math10F credit and a Transitional Math 10F credit.

Full year math is for students who have a difficult time with mathematic concepts, students who excel in math who are looking for a math based elective should consider Math Essentials 20S (VM, NHS) or Personal Finance 20S (CP, VM, NHS)

Grade 9 Math

February 24th – Crocus Plains Regional Secondary School

February 25th – École secondaire Neelin High School

February 26th – Vincent Massey High School

TOUR THE FACILITIES & MEET THE STAFF

High School Open House7:00 – 9:00 pm

Other Important Dates

• February 27th - EAL Parent Information Session at New Era School 7 -9 pm-representatives from all 3 High Schools, and translators will be present to help parents complete registration forms

• February 27th -First day to return Grade 9 registration forms to your K-8 school.

• March 6th -Deadline to return Grade 9 registration forms to your K-8 school.

School Assignment Procedures

Grade 9 Student/School Placement Meeting

(school selection/school capacities)

Crocus Plains Regional Secondary School – 43% of students

Vincent Massey High School – 37% of students

École secondaire Neelin High School – 20% of students

School Assignment Procedures

When students need to be assigned to their secondschool selection to ensure that the Grade 9 registrationallotment targets are met, the following guidelines willapply to the assignment of students to schools.

Every attempt will be made to place students at the

school they identify as their first choice.

If that is not possible as the population of schools are

oversubscribed the following will be considered:

Students Second School Choice

Programming

School Proximity

Siblings

School Assignment Procedures

School Assignment Procedures

Families requesting reconsideration of schoolplacement should communicate in writing theirrequest and rationale to both the assigned andpreferred schools by May 11, 2020.

Students will be able to explore programming atother high school for their grade 10 year.

Student and School Placement Confirmation toK-8 Schools and Parent/Guardians (Spring Break).

Bus Transportation

Students who live within Brandon School Division boundaries areentitled to bus transportation if they live 2.4 KM or greater fromtheir high school.

Grade 9 students who are double-registered at two high schoolsfor Vocational and/or Band programs will receive bustransportation between the two schools.

Question and Answer Session