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Grade 9 Course Selection 6 Compulsory Courses English Math Science Geography French Physical Education

Grade 9 Course Selection 2 Optional Courses from: Drama Music Visual Arts Information and Communications Technology and Business Learning Strategies Food and Nutrition Exploring Technology

Choosing courses for success

Academic Courses (1D0) Theory and abstract thinking Faster pace More independent learning More homework Leads to University level courses in Gr. 11 & 12 Ideal for Gr. 8 students achieving Level 3 (70%) or higher

Applied Courses (1P0) Same concepts as academic courses Practical applications and real-life connections Slower pace More hands on and teacher guided instruction Leads to College level courses in Gr. 11 & 12 Ideal for Gr. 8 students achieving Level 1 and 2 (69% or lower)

Applied or Academic....which one?? Consider your learning skills and academic achievement Please take teacher’s recommendations into account Think of your post-secondary plans Remember you don’t have to take ALL academic or ALL applied, you can take a combination of both academic and applied courses

Grade 8 Course selection: Opens Nov Grade 8 Course selection: Opens Nov. 13, 2017 Please contact feeder school for exact dates www.myBlueprint.ca/peel

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