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2 Credit COOP STEP #1: Suggest talkin to a CO-OP teacher about what you are interested in doing STEP #2: Pick a CO-OP program that is right for you STEP #3: Fill in an online application form using the link provided

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THINGS TO DO BEFORE YOU PRESS SUBMIT: ●Make informed decisions- know your strengths and your weaknesses- be honest with yourself ●Make sure you have done as much research as possible and you are comfortable with the decisions you are making- they will stick ●Make sure you have 8 courses and 2 alternates: make note of your compulsory credits, chosen electives and group 1,2,3 credits ●Talk to your parents - make sure they know your plan

Sign-Off Sheet Overview John Doe Student ID: Gr. 10 St. Joan of Arc

❖ FEBRUARY 12 th ● Course Selection can be locked in Career Cruising by clicking SUBMIT ❖ FEBRUARY 29 th ➢ Course Selection Final Copy (with bar code) is DUE to your Homeroom Teacher! ✓ Parent Signature ✓ $55 Cheque Important Dates

C - College E/L/W - Workplace O - Open M - University/College Technological Design TDJ 3M1 Subject GradeStream School Designated S – ESL M - Male F - Female U - University

PAF3OF Physical Education for females Reading Course Codes Carefully PAF3OM Physical Education for males TGJ3M1 Communications Technology TEJ3M1 Computer Technology HRF3O1 vs. HRF3OS Religion vs. ESL Religion

Selecting Gr. 12 ENNG4_ Course Selection Course Codes 1.E N G _3_ ___ _1_ English Grade 10 Grade 11 ENG2L1 ………. ENG3L1 ENG2P1 ………. ENG3C1 ENG2D1 ………. ENG3U1 You should be earning at least 70% to continue in the same stream. Many post-secondary schools require a minimum of 70% to qualify.

Time to be realistic and honest with yourself Recognize level of difficulty of the course and your study habits: do they match? Check Performance pattern in all your courses Upgrade that course in summer school if choosing to stay in that stream Consider how the Universities/Colleges view grades and check out which coursesare needed for post-secondary programs I got 52% in my MPM2D1 Academic Math. Should I continue in the University stream? Alert to 52% in ENG3 “U”

Gr. 12 Math SECTION A – Course Selection. Enter Codes: 3. M ___ ___ ___ ___ ____ Math 65-75% to continue in your current stream. Many Apprentice programs require a Gr. 12 Math. IN GRADE 10 YOU TOOK THEN IN GRADE 11 YOU SHOULD.. MAT 2L1MEL 3E1 MFM 2P1MBF 3C1 & MCF 3M1 MPM 2D1MBF 3C1 or MCF 3M1 or MCM 3U1

Gr. 12 Math Math Courses: Grade 11 to Grade % to continue in your current program. Many Apprentice programs require a Gr. 12 Math. Grade11 Grade 12 MEL3E1 … MEL4E1 MBF3C1 … MAP4C1 MCF3M1 …MCT4C1 or MAP4C1 or MDM4U1 MCR3U1 …MHF4U1 with/before MCV4U1 or MDM4U1 or MAP4C1

● Any senior course in the Arts Department (Drama, Music or Visual Arts) all need a Grade 9 or 10 preparatory course in order to continue in that discipline ■ EXAMPLE: Photography requires grade 9 or 10 Visual Arts ● Grade 12 Accounting requires Grade 11 Accounting ● Any Grade 12 Technology course requires the respective Grade 11 preparatory course. “M” Courses – Alert !

AMU 3OW: THE ARTS (INSTRUMENTAL) MUSIC APPRECIATION (no pre. req) BMX 3E1: BUSINESS MARKETING RETAIL (no pre. req) TCJ 3CF: TECHNOLOGY CONSTRUCTION TECH. FEMALE (no pre. req) THX 3E1: TECHNOLOGY HAIR & AESTHETICS - BARBERING (no pre. req) TDV 3M1: TECHNOLOGY TECH DESIGN- INTERIOR DESIGN (no pre. req)

Frequently Asked Questions I am currently in applied Math, can I switch my Math to University Math? A: Yes if you maintain a minimum average of 80% in MFM2P1 then you may take the Gr.11 University/College Math Course (MCF3M1) KEEP IN MIND: Study habits are extremely important. I am currently in applied English, can I take University English next year? A: No, if you earned a minimum of 80% and wanted to try the University English pathway then you must take Grade 10 Academic English in summer school first but beware — all English marks should be a minimum of 75%.

Frequently Asked Questions I don’t understand how COOP works? A: 4 credit COOP means you would be earning 4 credits in a designated workplace for one full semester. You will NOT be enrolled in any other course for that semester. 2 credit COOP means you will have normal courses during Periods 1 & 2 but Periods 3 & 4 you will be at your work placement earning 2 credits Can I take some College courses and some University courses? A: Yes, some students have areas of strength different from other students. If this is the case you should start inquiring on possible program pathways and schools to see what their requirements are.

● All Degree programs accept “M” courses BUT there may be a limit (IE. Schulich - grade. 122Ms only) ● All Degree programs DO require ENG4U1 ● All Degree programs DO require 6 Grade 12 University and/or Mixed Courses ● You should already know which program you may be pursuing and see what the entrance requirements are ● Several degree programs DO NOT require a “U” Math/Science (ie. Humanities (History, Philosophy), Sociology, Fine Arts (Music, Dance, Drama, Film Studies) Criminology, Modern Languages, Journalism) Should I take all “U” courses for a degree program? Do I Need all “U” Courses?

Open “O” or College “C” courses do not qualify for university but can be very beneficial for supplementary applications: ❑ Co-op ❑ Physical Education (PPL4OM) Things to keep an eye out for… Alert “O” Course for Gr. 12’s

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Does St. Joan of Arc CHS offer any other programs that could benefit me in the future ? Select Course that Reflect You

COOP Accelerated OYAP Earn credits Register as Apprentice Complete Level 1 Training

Earn a College Credit Earn High School Credits Experience College Campus Life Dual Credit ●AutoCAD ●Fashion Illustration & Drawing ●Sprinklers (Fire Protection) ●Law Enforcement ●Introduction to Forensic Science ●Anatomy & Physiology for the Practical Nurse ●Blueprint Reading ●CNC Programming ●Early Childhood- Health & Safety ●Life Drawing for Animation AND MUCH MORE!!!!!!!

Focus Programs Riviera Parque Program: Business & Hospitality Program One Senior Business Credit (BDV4C1) Three COOP Credits, Interview required Hairstyling & Aesthetics 2 credit in class & 2 salon Business experience ● Multi-Credits ● Earn Certifications ● State of The Art Resources & Facilities ● Superior Training & Job Coaches

Specialist High Skills Major Health & Wellness Saint Joan of Arc Catholic High School Ministry-approved focus program for Grade 11 and 12 students Helps students to identify, explore and refine their career goals and make informed choices about their next steps after secondary school Gain important skills on the job with actual employers (coop experience) Prepares students for a smooth transition to a specific post-secondary destination in Health & Wellness -apprenticeship, college, university, or the workplace

Recognition of Requirements ● Students who complete the requirements for the OSSD and the SHSM will receive an OSSD with the SHSM seal. ● Credits earned towards the SHSM are indicated on the provincial report card and recorded on the Ontario Student Transcript ● Students receive a formal Ministry Coded SHSM Record which documents their achievements. ● Improves your Résumé by including specific learned skills and job experiences from the coop placements ● Beneficial for any supplementary applications, profile statements, and interviews for post-secondary schools ● Making connections to real-life industries and programs and building contacts and relationships with professionals in the Health & Wellness Industries

7 Courses (Bundled Credits) Experiential Learning and Career Exploration Reach Ahead Experience Certifications and Training Connected Learning Activity 2 credit Co-op Components of the SHSM program FREE

Certifications and Training Health & Wellness Compulsory CPR Level C Standard First Aid Infection Control WHMIS FREE Electives Leadership Conflict Resolution Customer Service

Steps to Register for SHSM 1. Book an appointment with your Guidance Counsellor requesting an interest in the program. 2. Fill out SHSM Application Form and return to the Guidance Office 3. Applications must be filled by Gr.10 as the program begins Gr.11

Important Dates FINAL REMINDERS ❖ FEBRUARY 12 th ● Course Selection can be locked in Career Cruising by clicking SUBMIT ❖ FEBRUARY 29 th ➢ Course Selection Final Copy (with bar code) is DUE to your Homeroom Teacher! ✓ Parent Signature ✓ $55 Cheque Important Dates

COURSE SELECTION REVIEW CURRENT PRACTICE ON COURSE CHANGES: ● No Preferred Changes ● No Teacher Shopping ● Verification will happen in April STARTING ● Course change requests will only be considered for the following reasons: ○Change in Pathway (ie.Science to Business) ○Change in Stream or Program Level ○To accommodate, if possible, failed or missing credits for graduation or OSSD purposes ○Next year, semester two timetables will be given out in mid-January. Course change requests will take place from mid-January until the end of January - that means there will be no course changes once semester 2 begins

Book Guidance Appointments Early (Don’t wait until the last minute to make inquiries) Special Ed students should touch base with their Core Teacher E.S.L. students should touch base with their ESL Monitors Need Help?

PLEASE GRAB ONE OF EACH HANDOUTS ON YOUR WAY OUT ●Course Selection Guideline Handout ●Course Selection Tip Sheet ●OSSD Course Planner Handout ●Research Resources Handout