SciTech Regional Program

Information Night

Tomken Road Middle School

January 23, 2014

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VISION STATEMENT 

Preparing ethical and passionate leaders through a hands-on, minds-on dynamic

inquiry-based approach.    

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• Emphasis on inquiry, collaboration and other academic and learning skills

• Hands-On, Minds-On Approach• Application of creativity and discovering solutions

to real problems and solutions• Integrates Science, Technology and Math with

other subjects

What Makes the SciTech Program Unique?

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• All components of the Grade 6,7 and 8 curriculum expectations are taught through an interdisciplinary approach where possible

• The use of technology is widely applied in all subject areas: IMovie, Macromedia Flash, NXT Lego Mindstorm, Toon Boom, Videography, Comic Life, Tinker Plots

• Enhanced SciTech Opportunities: PEO (Bridge Building and Math Competitions), Science Fair, Skills Canada (Lego Robotics, Cardboard Boat, Video Production), FLL, Applewood Science Challenge, Cawthra Animation Festival

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The Application Process:How does my child apply to the program?

• Only residents south of the 401 in Peel Region may apply

• Applications are online only, starting January 30th until February 7th 2014

• Applications through the Tomken Website and follow the link to take you directly to the application

• Submit completed application package including $40.00 non-refundable fee by February 7th online

•Cash to the school by February 7th if necessary

Online Application, you will need:

• Your child’s student number ( see report card)

• Your child’s OEN number ( see report card)

• Debit or Credit card information

• Your child to complete a question: Why do you want to be part of our program?

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Completed Application Includes:• Completed application form

• $40.00 non-refundable fee

• Report cards: (grade 4, third term Report Card, grade 5, Nov. 2013 Progress Report and grade 5, first term Elementary Report Card ) Peel student this information is online for Tomken

• IEP if applicable

• All communication from Tomken will be by email

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Important Dates

• Friday, February 7th – Last day for Online Application submission

•Workshop times will be randomly selected and emailed to you

• Thursday, February 13th –the Inquiring Minds Workshop at pre-appointed times in Tomken South

•Random Selection Candidates will be emailed

• April 7th - Acceptance offers emailed

Inquiring Minds Workshop • Workshop time is assigned, arrive 15 minutes

early• All materials are provided• Workshop is 1 hour in length• Testing on: literacy, numeracy and teamwork • Problem solving & creativity in thinking overall

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SCI-TECH FAQ'S

Are all subjects taught in SciTech? Yes, we meet all the Ministry of Education expectations. We are a full time program, 5 days per week from 8:23 a.m. until 2:20 p.m. We integrate the expectations and enhance and extend science, technology and mathematics.

What do the candidate's marks have to be?Although we consider all applicants, with a large number of interested students, successful applicants are usually "A and B+ students".

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SciTech FAQ'S Can I stay in French Immersion and be in SciTech?No, you must choose one regional program.

How does this program compare to the gifted program?It doesn't compare. They have a different focus. We focus on Science and Technology and our students study and work to very high provincial standards.

What happens if my child has an IEP (Individual Education Plan)?If your child has an IEP and has been deemed exceptional, we will maintain this document as it is a Ministry mandate.

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SciTech FAQ'S

Where and when do we apply in the application?Online applications open from January 30th to February 7th.

Is there a tour of the school?Yes, if you are accepted into the program, we have a Tomken Orientation/Information Night for all incoming Grade 6 students on Thursday, May 22, 2014. There will be guided tours of our school.

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SciTech FAQ'S

What extra-curricular activities and clubs are offered at Tomken?Athletics: An outstanding intramurals program before school, during lunch and afterschool; School teams (volleyball, basketball, soccer, flag football and ice hockey)

Arts and Community: Student Senate, Music Council, Arts Council, Athletic Council, Library Club, Tomken Reads, Choirs, Musical, Chess Club, Scrabble Club and many more.

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SciTech FAQ'S

Is transportation provided?No. It is the parent's responsibility to provide transportation to the school for 8:23 a.m. and to leave the school at 2:20 p.m.

Parents may independently arrange car pooling or private bussing at an additional cost.

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SciTech FAQ'S Will being in the Tomken SciTech program guarantee my child a spot in a high school regional program (SciTech, IBT, IB, Arts)?No. In grade 8, students will have the choice of applying for any of the regional programs and proceed through the application process, or to attend their home school.Is there before and after school care provided?No. There is no before and after school care provided for students. It is the parents' responsibility to arrange for drop off and pick up at the appropriate times if your child is not involved in a school activity. There is no waiting area for students.

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WORKSHOP TIMES 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.