1. WELCOME TO GRADE 8
PARENTS' NIGHT

2. UXBRIDGE SECONDARY SCHOOL
GRADE 8 PARENTS’ NIGHT
THURSDAY FEBRUARY 9TH, 2017
6:00 p.m. – Cafeteria
Welcome & Opening Remarks M. Crawford-Eade
Grade 9 Course Selection K. Gillespie
Course Information Fair Department Heads
(Front Foyer)

3. Question 1 How many credits do you need to graduate from high school?20 24 28 30

4. Diploma Requirements Students Need 30 credits to Graduate from High School

5. Question 2
How many of the 30 are compulsory? 30 20 18 15

6. 18 Compulsory Credits 4 credits English [1 credit per Grade]
1 credit French as a second language
3 credits Math [1 in Grade 11 or 12]
2 credits Science
1 credit Canadian Geography
1 credit Canadian History
1 credit Arts
1 credit Physical & Health Ed
½ credit Civics
½ credit Career Education

7. Plus
1 additional credit selected from:
English
French as a second language
A Native Language, or a classical or an international language
Social Science and the Humanities
Canadian & World Studies
Guidance and Career Education, or Co-operative Education**
The Arts [Visual Art, Dance, Drama, Music]
Business Studies
Health & Physical Education
Co-operative Education**
Science [Grade 11 or 12]
Technological Education [Grades ]
Computer Studies
** only two of these three compulsory credits can be co-op and only two can be French as a second language

8. Plus
12 Elective Credits
allows students to build an educational program that suits their individual interests and meets university, college, apprenticeship or work requirements.

9. Question 3
When can I start my mandatory 40 hours of Community Involvement?
July 1st in the summer after Gr. 8
September 1st of Gr. 9 year
First day of school in Gr. 9 year
Last day of Gr. 8

10. Community Involvement
OSSD requirement
40 hours – can start on 1st day of July 2017
Activities for which students do not receive remuneration, or high school credit
Outside of normal instructional hours
Cannot be for a “profit” business
See Community Involvement Tab under Guidance on our website
The purpose of this is to promote Community values.
TYPE IN ALL THE EXAMPLES ON SSR UPDATE SHEET

11. Question 4
Which of the following is an eligible community involvement activity?
Helping re-organize my uncle’s store.
Shovelling my own driveway.
Filing for my neighbour’s accounting practice.
Working with children through the local library program.
All of the above.

12. Grade 10 Literacy Test Administered in Grade 10
Based on Grade 9 language expectations
Required to pass ….
However, students who have been unsuccessful at least once are eligible to take the Grade 12 Ontario Literacy Course. Passing this course satisfies the Literacy requirement.
ADMINISTERED BY EDUCATION QUALITY ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICE (EQHO) and fits into cycle of EQAO testing.
Remediation for the students who are initially unsuccessful will be developed at the District School Board and School Level.

13. Question 5 What course types are available to Grade 9 students?
Basic, Advanced, General
Essential, Applied, Academic, Open
Workplace, College, University, Open
Workplace, Applied, Advanced, Open

14. Course Types Grades 9 and 10 Essential “L” Applied “P” Academic “D”
Open
“O”

15. COMPARING COURSE TYPES
Essential
APPLIED
ACADEMIC
max class size is 16
max class size is 22
max class size is 28
more hands on, concrete (practical)
more abstract (theoretical)
■ content geared to understanding basics & to filling learning gaps
more community and personal examples
more complex and global examples
■ pacing geared to individual learners; teacher directed and supported learning
more directed, like a recipe; a step by step, teacher-directed approach to learning
more independent, student-initiated, student-directed learning
■ shorter, more familiar examples
shorter, more familiar examples
longer, more unfamiliar
examples
■ typically leads to workplace destinations
typically leads to college destinations
typically leads to university destinations

16. Question 6
In order to receive a French Immersion Certificate, how many French immersion credits do I have to successfully complete? 12 10 8 6

17. French Immersion Certificate:
Need 10 French Immersion credits including FIF 4UF
Grade 9:
FIF1DF – French Language
SNC1DF – Science
CGC1DF – Geography
ADA1OF – Drama
Grade 10:
FIF2DF – French Language
CHC2DF – History
GLC/CHV2OF – Careers/Civics
Grade 11:
FIF3UF – French Language
Grade 12:
FIF4UF – French Language
Additional Choices:
GPP3OF – Leadership and Peer Support
IDC4UF – Interdisciplinary Studies
CWE2OF/4OF – 2 or 4 Period Co-op

18. WHERE DO GRADE 9 COURSES LEAD….
English Compulsory Courses
English
Grade 9, Academic
Grade 10, Academic
Grade 11, University
Grade 12, University
Grade 11, College
Grade 12, College
Grade 9, Applied
Grade 10, Applied
Grade 11, Workplace
Grade 12, Workplace
English
Grade 10,
Essential
English
Grade 12, Workplace
English
Grade 9,
Essential
English
Grade 11, Workplace

19. WHERE DO GRADE 9 COURSES LEAD….
MATHEMATICS
MEL 4E1
Mathematics
for Everyday Life
Grade 12, Workplace
MEL 3E1
Grade 11, Workplace
MAT 1L1
Mathematics (Essentials),
Grade 9
MAP 4C1
Foundations for College Math
Grade 12, College
MBF 3C1
Grade 11, College
MCT 4C1
for College Technology
MFM 1P1
Foundations of Mathematics
Grade 9, Applied
MDM 4U1
Data Management
Grade 12, University
MCF 3M1
Functions and Applications
Grade 11, University/College
MPM 1D1
Principles of Mathematics
Grade 9, Academic
MHF 4U1
Advanced Functions
MPM 2D1
Grade 10, Academic
MCV 4U1
Calculus & Vectors *
MCR 3U1
Functions
Grade 11, University
MFM 2P1
Grade 10, Applied
GLS1O1
Learning Strategies Math Skills
Grade 9, Open
MAT 2L1
Mathematics (Essentials),
Grade 10
* Advanced Functions course can be taken concurrently with or can precede Calculus & Vectors.

20. WHERE DO THE COURSES LEAD….
Science
Science
Science
WHERE DO THE COURSES LEAD….
Earth and Space
GRADE 12, UNIVERSITY
SCIENCE
Biology
GRADE 11, UNIVERSITY
Biology
GRADE 12, UNIVERSITY
Chemistry
GRADE 11, UNIVERSITY
Science
GRADE 10, ACADEMIC
Chemistry
GRADE 12, UNIVERSITY
Physics
GRADE 11, UNIVERSITY
Science
GRADE 9, ACADEMIC
Physics
GRADE 12, UNIVERSITY
Science
GRADE 12, UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE
Science
GRADE 9, APPLIED
Any Grade 11 U, M, or C level Science Course
Environmental Science
Grade 11, UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE
Science
GRADE 10, APPLIED
Chemistry
GRADE 12, COLLEGE
Biology
GRADE 11, COLLEGE
Physics
GRADE 12, COLLEGE
Science
GRADE 9,
ESSENTIAL
Environmental Science
GRADE 11, WORKPLACE

21. Promotion Policy Students who are unsuccessful in one or more
subjects will be recommended to select one of the
following options
A) attend summer school
B) repeat the course at the Grade 9 level
in the Applied or Academic stream

22. Question 7
Once you have clicked on “submit”, what else do you have to do with your son or daughter’s option sheet?
Nothing.
Print it and hand it in to Gr 8 teacher.
Print it, sign it, and hand it in to Gr 8 teacher.
Print it, sign it, and put it in the mail.

23. On-line registration must be done, and signed course request sheet handed in to your Gr. 8 Teacher by:
Friday,
FEBRUARY 17, 2017

24. For Non-DDSB Registrations
Any non-DDSB Grade 8’s who reside or will be residing within USS school boundaries, must submit entire registration package (including paper Grade 9 Option Sheet) directly to USS Guidance by February 21st for equal consideration

25. ONLY Grade 9’s at the school!!
BEWARE:
If on-line registration is not done, and signed course request sheet not handed in, your student is NOT registered at Uxbridge Secondary School
ORIENTATION DAY
Tuesday, September 5, 2017
First Day of Grade 9
ONLY Grade 9’s at the school!!
Parents are welcome!

26. Specialist High Skills Major
Allows students to focus on knowledge and skills in certain economic sectors in Grades 11 and 12
Students obtain additional certification in these sectors
Students will graduate with the SHSM designation on their diploma
Currently, USS offers a Specialist High Skills Majors in Construction, Environment and Outdoor Education, Health and Wellness, and Hospitality and Tourism.

27. SCHOOL COMMUNITY COUNCIL (SCC)
Facilitates communication between parents, administration, and teachers
Approximately six meetings per school year, held at the school in the evening
Involvement in the council is an opportunity to strengthen the partnership between parents, students, teachers, administration, and be part of a dedicated team working to ensure a high quality of education. Your participation can make a difference!
Contact Lisa Edwards (SCC Chairperson) for more details or plan to attend the first meeting next September!

28. “GETTING READY FOR HIGH SCHOOL”
Program offered to all students entering Grade 9 in September, 2017
Looks briefly at English and Math curriculum, developing organizational and note taking skills, study skills, time management and strategies for success
Time and Location: to be announced
Register in June at your elementary school
or through
– it’s free!

29. Being Mentally Prepared
Durham Region Health Department
Resources on teen resilience, screen use, safety concerns, etc. Heather Glen is here tonight!
Cam’s Kids – anxiety awareness and resources
Mindyourmind.ca – Centre for Addiction and Mental Health

30. Please note: Tonight’s presentation is available on the school’s website:
www. uxbridgetigers.com
Thank You!

31. Virtual Tour…Hospitality (TFJ 1O1)

32. Virtual Tour…Transportation Technology (TIJ 1O1)

33. Virtual Tour…Construction (TIJ 1O1)

34. Virtual Tour…Weight room/ Dance Studio ( PPL 1O3 / PPL 1O4 )

35. Virtual Tour…Music- Instrumental AMI 1O1

36. Virtual Tour…Physical Education (PPL 1O3 / PPL 1O4)

37. Virtual Tour… Science (SNC 1D1 / SNC 1P1/SNC1L1)

38. Virtual Tour…Canadian and World Studies (CGC 1D1 / CGC 1P1)

39. Virtual Tour…Drama ( ADA 1O1)

40. Virtual Tour… Art

41. Virtual Tour…Visual Arts (AVI 1O1)

42. Virtual Tour…The Courtyard

43. Virtual Tour…Special Education / Academic Resource

44. Virtual Tour…Communications Tech (TIJ 1O1)

45. Virtual Tour…Guidance Office