1. Grade 10 in to 11 Course Planning
Seaquam Secondary
Grade 10 in to 11 Course Planning

2. Overview How Does the New Curriculum Impact Current Gr. 10 Students?
Requirements, Credits and Prerequisites
Overview of Graduation Requirements
Considerations for Those Planning to Attend Post Secondary
Selecting The Appropriate Math Course
Second Language – Required or Not Required?
Courses – Elective Options
Registration and Important Dates

3. How does the ‘new curriculum’ impact my selections?
Students entering grade 11 in 2017 will not have any significant changes to their program
CHANGES will include: removal of all gr. 10 and 11 provincial exams and the addition of a Sr. Numeracy Evaluation and a Gr. 12 Literacy Evaluation (which will be similar in structure to the old Provincial Exams
Possible roll out of a new course to replace GRAD TRANSITIONS – but will be similar in nature
Structure and Evaluation of core course material will remain the same (these changes will begin to emerge in the grade 8-10 grade in )

4. New Ministry Exams
NUMERACY EXAM (unclear at this time if it will be part of a specific Math grade; also unclear if this will be in the gr. 11 or 12 yr. – TBD)
LITERACY EXAM (40% of final grade)
NOTE: At this time, our understanding is that for the English12, the final grade in the course will be a blend of school mark and Ministry Exam mark

5. Requirements, Credits & Pre-requisites
Each course you take and PASS will be assigned 2 numerical values:
A) % /your grade
B) 4 credits
CREDITS are accumulated in order to meet the required number for graduation : minimum 80 (with specific courses being required within this)
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS: refers to those core courses (and number of credits) that ALL BC students must take in order to meet criteria for Graduation (i.e. an Eng. 12, a Ma 11 etc.)
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: refer to courses required by the Post Secondary Institution might apply to. Each Institution has its own set of admission requirements
PROGRAM SPECIFC REQUIREMENTS: within the Post Secondary of your choice, you will note that each PROGRAM will have is own set of specific requirements – ie. Engineering will typically require Physics 12, Ma 12, Chemistry 12 etc.
PRE-REQUISITES are courses that are required before you can apply to the ‘next’ level. i.e. to take Pre-Calc 11, a prerequisite is Pre- Calc. 10.

6. Graduation Requirements
A Language Arts Credits
A Language Arts Credits
A Language Arts Credits
ENGLISH
SOCIAL STUDIES
Social Studies Credits
A Social Studies Credits
SCIENCE
Science Credits
A Science Credits
MATH
A Math Credits
A Math Credits
P.E.
Physical Education Credits
Fine Arts or Applied Skills 10, 11 or Credits
F.A. & A.S.
Planning Credits
Graduation Transition 4 Credits
OTHER
ELECTIVES
Elective Courses (16 credits must be Gr. 12) 28 Credits
80 Credits

7. What Courses Should I Take In Gr. 11?

8. Can I make changes to my course selection later on?
As always, we strongly recommend that you research and choose wisely – elective spaces are at a premium (including academic electives) and space is limited. After verification (mid April) no further changes will be considered (other than special cases) Remember – what you select determines the number of spaces we open ; new seats are NOT added in Sept. even if you decide you want or need one. At this point, classes may be full.

9. What do I Need If I want to apply to an ACADEMIC PROGRAM at Post Secondary?*
This will vary depending on where you want to apply and to what program you want to apply to.
To Keep doors open for many Post Sec. Institutions - if you think you may be interested in the area of Sciences, Health Sciences, Biological Sciences, Engineering, Applied Sciences (most programs) consider Pre-Calc. 11, Chemistry 11, Physics 11
Note – some, but not all, Nursing Programs may ask for Bio. 11 as well as Bio please do your research on this one !
For Many (but not all) Business, Computing Sciences – take Pre-Calc. 11
For all other programs (Arts etc.), there is far more flex – Foundations Math11 or Pre-Calc. will do it (but not Workplace Math)
On average an admissions GPA around the mid 80% range is preferred in many faculties but it varies by institution and by the program you are applying to (i.e.. Some programs are far more competitive – Business, Engineering, Nursing etc.)
Individual program requirements will apply in addition to general entrance requirements Become familiar with those in your grade 10 and 11 year to ensure you select the needed courses in gr. 12.
Be sure to check what the Second Lang. Requirements are for the schools/programs you may be interested in
*PLEASE NOTE THE ABOVE ARE GENERAL SUGGESTIONS*
For specific admissions requirements in the programs of study you may be interested in, go to ADMISSIONS INFORMATION PAGES (HIGH SCHOOL) online for each school you are interested in. If you need further guidance , contact your counsellor or Ms. Gehiere (our Carreer Advisor) to book an appt. You may also contact an Admissions Advisor directly at the Post Secondary Institution.

10. Less Academic College/Technical College etc.
i.e. Kwantlen, Langara, Capilano College , BCIT
In addition to academic programs, these schools offer Diploma, Certificate, Career, and Trades Programs
Entrance requirements for some programs may not be as strict (varies by institution and by program – KPU and BCIT do have some highly academic tech and trades programs)
Open admissions means you can upgrade AT the institution if you are missing program requirements
No second language required for admission
Many offer academic transfer programs to major universities
Smaller classes

11. Required Courses (to meet Graduation Requirements) for the Gr. 11 Year
English 11 / Communications 11
Social Studies 11( or Civics 11 , First Nations Studies 12 )
Mathematics 11 (Pre-Calc., 11, Foundations of Math 11 or Workplace Math(satisfies graduation requirements but may not meet sci. requirements for many post secondary institutions)
Science 11(one) : Biology 11 / Chemistry 11 / Physics 11, Earth Science 11 or Science and Technology 11 (satisfies grad program but not science requirement for post-secondary institutions.)

12. What Is Science and Technology 11?
Science and Technology 11 is an issues-oriented course designed to promote student scientific understanding and analytical skills and apply them to common problems or areas of public debate. These problems are drawn from the areas of; communications and explorations, environment and resources, human requirements and development, and lifestyles, choices, and the future.
This course may not meet entrance requirements for academic programs at some post secondary institutions
This course is a good choice for those students with a program less focused on academic preparedness for post secondary (i.e. those students selecting Workplace Math 11 and Communications 11)

13. Selecting Your Math Course

14. Considerations:
Any Math 11 course (Pre-Calculus 11, Foundations of Math 11 or
Workplace 11 ) will meet graduation requirements from high school graduation
For Sciences/Business Programs at Post Sec: Pre-Calc and 12
For Arts Programs: Pre Calc. 11 or Foundations 11 and for UBC only,
Foundations Math 12 also – Prerequisite for theses courses is PRE CALC 10
Workplace Math 11 may NOT meet some post-secondary requirements
Workplace Math 11 follows A&W 10
Move from A/W Math 10 to Foundations Math 11: those with Pre-Calc. 9 and a high grade
in A/W 10 may request Foundations counsellor consultation and permission required.
Move from A/W Math 10 into Pre-Calculus 11: not recommended
student MUST complete Pre-Calc 10 and should have taken Math 9 and Math 8 (math
8 and 9 CORE will not meet this requirement as pre-requisite skills for Pre Calc. 10 are not
covered in these classes).
It is recommended that students wishing to take Pre-Calculus 12 or Calculus 12 have a C+ or better in Pre-Calculus 11 .

15. Do I Need a Second Language?

16. a second language is an elective – it is not required for graduation from high school
a second language MAY be an admissions requirement for some Post Secondary Institutions OR some specific programs.

17. For Example: UBC Vancouver: Lang. 11 is required for admission
UBC Okanagan: Lang. 11 is NOT required for admission
SFU: Intro. Lang. 11 or Lang. 11 required
KPU: Lang. 11 NOT required for general admission but a Lang. 11 is required for direct entry to the B. Arts
UVIC: Lang 11 is NOT required for admission
UNBC: Lang. 11 is NOT required for admission
NOTE: you may find that your program of study includes a second language elective as part of the degree, so be sure to do your research (i.e. – some non sci. degrees at KPU)

18. Language Options French 10, 11, 12 Intro. Spanish 11, Spanish 11,12
Intro. Japanese 11, Japanese 11, 12

19. Language Challenge Exams
* Language Challenge: for those students with a background in Mandarin, Spanish, Japanese, Punjabi, Korean, German, they may apply to write a challenge exam to earn language 11 and 12 credits.
The next opportunity to write these will be Jan. of 2018; Registration takes place in early Nov. of 2017

20. ELECTIVE OPTIONS

21. 2 types of ELECTIVES ACADEMIC (Languages, Sciences,
Psychology etc.), IB courses
NON ACADEMIC (arts, tech, PE, etc.)

22. Elective Options-newest additions
Journalism 10-12
Film Studies 10-12
Baking Arts and Crafts 11-12
Drafting for Robotics & Robotics Challenge (X block)
Theatre Co. 11 – will be a play (not musical) this year
Women's Volleyball (specialized PE) 11
Peer Mentoring 11 – MUST APPLY (cannot self select)
Peer TUTORING 11 – may self select and also do application
*please see on line course planning guide for detailed write-ups
NO LONGER AVAIL: Leadership 11

23. Elective Options Non Academic for a full list/description of courses see SE Course Catalogue on the SE website
Peer Tutoring 11 (LAC/ESL/Music/PE/Life Skills/Core/Art/Technology)
Peer Mentoring – by application only
ARTS:
Wind Ensemble 11
Music 11: Jazz Band (X Block)
Music 11: Concert Choir
Theatre Production - Stagecraft 11
Theatre Perf - Acting 11
Theatre Company (X block)
Film and Television/Video 11
Film Studies
Studio Arts 11
Drawing and Painting 11
Studio Arts 11 – Printmaking & Design (graphics) – may require a pre-req; TBD
Animation 11 (unclear if this will be offered )
Photo 11
Contemporary Art Studios 12
Yearbook Production 11
SUPPORT PROGRAMS:
ELL (second language learners)
Strategies for Learning (LAC)
APPLIED SKILLS:
Cafeteria Training 11
Baking Arts and Crafts 11
Textile Studies 11; Action Wear Design 11
Family Studies 12
Tourism 12
Carpentry & Joinery 11
Wood Art Carving 11
Drafting & Design 11
Auto Technology 11
Metal Fabrication & Machining 11
Jewellery Art Metal 11
Engineering and Robotics 11
Robotics 11 Challenge & Drafting for Robotics
Graphics 11
Computer Tech. CODING
Accounting 11
Marketing 11
Economics 12 PE
Women's PE 11
Co-Ed PE 11
Superfit 11
Strength and Conditioning
Women's Volleyball

24. Elective Options - Academic
Elective Options - Academic for a full list/description of courses see SE Course Catalogue on the SE website
LANGUAGES:
French Language 11
Intro. Span. 11, Spanish 11
Intro. Jap 11, Jap 11
SCIENCES :
Bio 11
Chem 11
Physics 11
Earth Sc. 11
Sci. Tech 11 (if offered)
OTHER
Computer Tech - Coding 11
Accounting 11, Marketing 11
Economics 12
Journalism 11
Psychology 11
Civic Studies 11
BC First Nations Studies 12
IB ELECTIVES (max. 4 permitted fro non-IB Diploma students)
TOK (Theory of Knowledge)
LANG (Fr. Or Spanish)
SCIENCES
MUSIC
ART
EE (extended Essay)
SPORTS SCI.

25. Challenge Courses or Honors Courses?
Seaquam does not offer AP courses Students have the option of taking IB courses in place of these if they choose to (up to 4 for students who are not doing an IB full Diploma)
Math Challenge 11 – by teacher recommendation only.
No French Challenge at the gr. 11 level
Selective: Women’s Volleyball, Robotics Challenge, Peer Mentoring

26. Delta Academies (8 credits/2 courses)
FINE ARTS ACADEMIES
Dance Delta Sec.
Film Acting S. Delta Sec.
Film Production S. Delta Sec.
Opera Performance DSS
SPORTS ACADEMIES
Hockey Skills South Delta Sec.
Hockey – Delta Wild South Delta Sec.
Soccer Sands Sec
Softball Seaquam Sec.
Baseball Sands Sec.
Lacrosse ( Girls and Boys) Delta Secondary
Golf Seaquam Sec.
FARM ROOTS South Delta Secondary
Applications & Full Info. Are online. Brochures are at the front office.
Note – because these are choice programs, there are set fees attached to the programs

27. PEER MENTORING & PEER TUTORING 11
Mentoring 11: peer –mentoring requires individuals to have good leadership skills, good communication skills, and a solid work ethic ; hours outside of school timetable may be required – applicants are screened for suitability (working with grade 8 students) – no self selection
Tutoring 11: assist students in a classroom setting ; should have good communication skills, solid academic skills (unless working with special programs students or tutoring in an elective area; cannot guarantee or pre- select your tutoring placement. This is assigned by the VP in charge in the fall. May self-select but must also complete an application
Application forms can be found on the SE website under ‘for students’ - to be reviewed between now and Arpil 5

28. SD37 Career Programs Check out our District Website for info:
web.deltasd.bc.ca
Watch the CP Overview Video!
Work Experience 12A / 12B (gr 11 & 12)
Youth Work in Trades (formerly SSA) ~ Credit for paid work towards a trade (gr 10 to Grad)
Youth Train in Trades (formerly ACE IT) ~ Class room/shop training towards a trade (gr 11 & 12)

29. Work Experience Options
Work Experience 12A is an elective course for grade 11 and 12
You will complete some pre-employability assignments (resume, cover letter, interview practice, Worksafe)
A 90 hour work experience placement will follow (flexible schedule for start dates – some of you may be able to start in the summer)
Students have been placed at the following places (not limited to this list):
Science World , Aquarium, Physio Office, Shoppers Drug Mart, Elem. schools, London Drugs, Kumon (tutoring agency), Dentist office, Delta Hospital, Lawyers office, Aquarium, Safeway pharmacy, Engineering office, Northcrest Care Home

30. Career Programs see or email Ms. Deol in C 5 for details!
YOUTH WORK IN TRADES - possible blended program – required courses in school, reg. work hours on alt. days or part days; student is required to arrange own placement (with red seal trades sponsor under guidance of Ms. Deol)
Work Experience 12A – may be after school hours, weekends and holidays or by permission, partial day on alt. days – under guidance of Ms. Deol
YOUTH TRAIN IN TRADES (YTT) Auto Technician 11 (apply through School Board – see District website for deadlines) – alternate days, in school timetable
YOUTH TRAIN IN TRADES (YTT) Cook Training 11 (as above) – alternate days, in school timetable
See website for options at other Delta Schools

31. Career Programs – upcoming info. evenings

35. Online Courses
Some students may opt to take senior academic or non academic electives online
Students may or may not be offered a support block (study block in which to work on these courses) during there regular school day – like studies, this must be approved by admin/counselling. Students will be required to demonstrate their ability to work independently and must have a clear attendance and behaviour record.
Students must sign up for a full 8 classes - decisions to remove and add online classes for the 2017/2018 school year will take place in Sept. following a meeting with the counsellor and proof of registration with an online school.
Online courses done in the SUMMER of 2017 should be discussed with your counsellor PRIOR to online registration to ensure accurate record keeping. Courses done in the summer do not result in an automatic spare/study or reduced timetable in the gr. 11 school year. Please do not register online with SE for a course you intend to complete in the summer.

36. Summer School – registration is online through the school district website /early spring
No 4 week summer school at the gr. 10 level; if you fail a required course you will need to take the full 6 week course (or repeat the course in your gr. 11 year)
5 Week – for students who need to repeat a course or who wish to take a NEW course; academic subjects only
3 hour class
Morning or Afternoon
You will cover a FULL course so expect several hours of homework per eve. in addition to class time.
Again, completion of a summer course does not result in an automatic study/spare or reduced course load in the gr. 11 year

37. Special Note:
Those students who wish to complete TWO summer courses may wish to consider doing one online in the spring session – March – July; the second course during 6 week summer school
Please see your counsellor to discuss this
Those students wanting just ONE summer course are advised to sign up for 6 Summer School where you are likely to have the most success in completing the course.
Students who prefer to do an online Summer Course please consult with your counsellor

38. Night School (Sr. Classes)
Many core academic courses offered during the regular school year
Offered 2X year: start dates either in Sept. or late Jan
Mondays / Wednesdays
Tuesdays / Thursdays
No electives

39. STUDIES – you must meet the following criteria (application online – complete by April and drop off in person to Mrs. Costin
minimum of 6 academic courses
demonstrate you have significant outside commitments (attach your letter to your application – or write neatly on back of application form)
explain, in writing, the rationale for the request.
signed parental support
will have solid attendance and will not have presented any prior discipline concerns.
A student has received approval from the Administration
Please note: In no situation will a grade 11 student be able to take fewer than 7 courses (+study) unless there are exceptional circumstances
Applications are on the Seaquam/ for students / counselling website - you cannot self select this so please ensure you pick a full 8 courses that you are committed to in the event that your Study Application is declined.

40. External Credits
Students may earn credits toward graduation through training programs outside of school:
Dance (Royal Academy of Dance)
Music (Royal Conservatory of Music)
Sports (Provincial or National team level)
Lifesaving (Bronze Cross, NLS, Instructor)
Cadets (National Defense Cadet Certification)
Coaching (Level 1-2, First Aid, hours)
Official (Theory, evaluation, hours)
Driver Ed. (ICBC accredited program)
First Aid (WCB level II and III)
*students are asked to bring documentation as proof of credit

41. ONLINE REGISTRATION Course selection online as it has been in the past
Reminder - Parents must have their OWN passwords – phone the office if lost/forgotten; parent passwords cannot be released to students
System is open for registration between the dates of Feb. 22 – March 9

42. Upcoming Important Dates
Career Apprenticeship Program Info .Eve–Seaquam Wed. Feb 15
Parent Night FEB 22 – 6:30 pm ROOM (Hardman)
Online Registration - Feb. 22 – March 9
First Verification – system reopens for adjustments April 6
Final Verification for viewing only – April 20
Term End March 3 (so NOW is the time to be seeing teachers to
check what must get done if you are at risk)
Second Report Card – March 9th (online)
Spring Break – March 13th to March 27th

43. A Few Reminders
Volunteering –Scholarships; contact Ms. Gehiere in the Career Centre
For specific direction re. Post Secondary Exploration/Options (programs) – book appt. with Ms Gehiere; more general inquiries may begin with Ms. Costin
Specific questions re. IB – see Ms. Matthews or Mr. Wong

44. IB Courses English – . (R)
History OR Pyschology - 1 is R; other could be E
Psychology (E)
Art (E)
Extended Essay (R)
Science (1 R, others E) (Chemistry, Bio., Physics or Sports Ex. & Health Sci)
Math (R)
Music (E)
Creativity, Action, Service (CAS) (R)
Theory of Knowledge (TOK) (R)
French, Japanese , Spanish (1 R, others E)

45. What do I register for in IB?
All IB Diploma students take six subjects across the disciplines in a manner that assures both breadth and depth of study.  Learning how to learn and how to evaluate information critically in a global world is an important part of the IB Diploma Programme.  Personal growth alongside academic growth is another. 
Flexibility of choice allows students to follow their interests while the structure of the diploma safeguards the breadth of study.  Please consult with the IB Coordinator or Counsellor regarding your course selection choices.

46. What does a typical IB timetable look like?
EE & CAS– done within here and there but not not a spec. block (sometimes in other classes, sometimes in additional meetings)
TOK – one block
GROUP 1: IB English
GROUP 2: IB Lang.
GROUP 3: IB Hist. or Psych.
GROUP 4: IB Sci.
GROUP 5: IB Ma.
GROUP 6 : IB Elec. (anything from IB list )
ELECTIVE OF YOUR CHOICE FROM IB or Reg.

47. Getting your SS 11 credit
IB History (2 yrs) - will provide you with a SS 11 credit and will qualify for Dogwood AND IB Diploma
Psychology 11 meets group 3 req. BUT not he SS 11 req. for Dogwood; would qualify for IB Diploma but NOT Dogwood
Could take SS/Civics 11 in summer if desired (or online)

48. IB Credits – how are they different?
For every IB course you do, there is typically a ‘regular’ Seaquam course to match it
You will earn 4 credits for the IB course, and 4 credits because the IB course is also recognized as covering the ‘regular’ course as well
Yes – you get 8 credits per IB course (per yr)
For any IB course you score highly in (5 or higher – approx. 86% or more), you will ALSO be awarded ADVANCED credit at a post secondary institution (so credit for the equivalent first year university

49. What if I want some IB but don’t want the Diploma?
You can take up to 4 IB classes
You must make a full year commitment – no drops through the year
You must make a formal APPLICATION – see seaquamib.ca - look for the form “IB Diploma COURSE application form”
It is recommended that you select from only the HL courses (SL courses will not give you any advanced credit)
All HL courses run 2 years

50. International Baccalaureate (IB) Program
The IB Diploma is an international pre-university qualification and is recognized by universities and governments throughout the world. 
An international education does not replace a national one, but refocuses it and adds to it. 
IB Program Questions? For any IB Program questions, please contact the IB/DP Coordinators – Ms. Matthews or Mr. Wong at
SEE SEAQUAM IB WEBSITE FOR SPECIFIC APPLICATION INFO. AND DEADLINES.