1. Course Selection Presentation
For Students Going into Grade 11

2. Who am I ? Where am I going? What are my academic Strengths….?
Successes in Grade 10 courses…..?
Interests and Hobbies…..?
Volunteer experiences…..?

3. Post-Secondary Options
guidance resources
Career cruising
Electronic info
Ontario Colleges.ca
plan, find options programs/work/activities.
Awareness of admission requirements for possible destinations.
Awareness of labour market trends \

4. What do I need to graduate…?
Diploma Requirements
40 Volunteer Hours
12 Elective Credits
18 Compulsory Credits
Ontario Literacy Test

5. Compulsory Course Credits in Grade 11
ENG3U1 - University
ENG3C1 - College
ENG3E1 - Workplace
English
MCR3U1 - University Functions
MCF3M1 – University/College
MBF3C1 – College
MEL3E1 - Workplace
Math
Compulsory Course Credits in Grade 11
Choose courses in consultation with your teachers and in accordance with your achievement
Ensure that you have the pre-requisite course you require to take the course you are choosing. My Blueprint will warn you when you have chosen a course without the correct pre-requisite

6. Math Pathway Chart GRADE 10 Principles of Math Academic MPM2D
Functions
University
MCR3U
GRADE 12
Advanced Functions
Calculus & Vectors
GRADE 11
Functions and Applications
University/College
MCF3M
Mathematics of Data Management
GRADE 9
Foundations of Math
Applied
MFM1P
MFM2P
Foundations of College Math
MBF3C
Foundations for College Math
MAP4C
Math for College Tech
MCT4C
*achievement of at least 70% in MPM2D recommended as pre-requisite
GRADE 9
Principles of Math
Academic
MPM1D
GRADE 11 Math For Work and Everyday Life
MEL3E
GRADE 12
Math for Work and Everyday Life
MEL4E
GRADE 9
Essentials Mathematics
MAT1LM

7. Compulsory Credits Continue: Group Credits
Social Sciences
Canadian or World Studies
International Language,
Guidance / Learning Strategies
Group 1
Business
Physical Education
Arts
Group 2
Senior Science
Technology
Computer Studies
Group 3
Co-op Credits or French can be used for two of the three group credits.
Group Credits should be completed by the end of grade 11 to allow for unlimited choice in grade 12.

8. Aboriginal, Metis & Inuit Studies
GLE30 1(Learning Strategies)
GWL3O1 (Designing Your Future)
Guidance
NBV3C1 (Aboriginal, Metis & Inuit Studies
Aboriginal, Metis & Inuit Studies
Course Electives:
Choose courses in consultation with your teachers and in accordance with your achievement
Ensure that you have the prerequisite course you require to take the course you are choosing. My Blueprint will warn you when you have chosen a course without the correct prerequisite

9. Elective Courses: Social Sciences
HZB3M1 (Philosophy)
HRT3M1 (World Religions)
History
HPC3O1 (Parenting)
HNC3C1 (Fashion)
HSP3C1 (Anthropology, Psychology & Sociology)
Family Studies
Choose courses in consultation with your teachers and in accordance with your achievement
Ensure that you have the prerequisite course you require to take the course you are choosing. My Blueprint will warn you when you have chosen a course without the correct prerequisite

10. Elective Courses: Canadian & World Studies
CHA3U1 (American History)
CHW3M1 (World History)
CLU3M1 (Law)
History
CGG301 (Travel & Tourism)
CGF3M1 (Forces in Nature)
CGD3M1 (Geography of Food)
Geography
Choose courses in consultation with your teachers and in accordance with your achievement
Ensure that you have the prerequisite course you require to take the course you are choosing. My Blueprint will warn you when you have chosen a course without the correct prerequisite

11. Elective Courses: The ARTS
Music
AMU3M1
AMR3M1
AMV3M1
ART
AVI3M1
AWQ3M1
Drama
ADA3M1
Elective Courses: The ARTS
Every student must have one Arts credit for graduation.
Arts Credits at SDSS should be taken in grade 9 or become the pre-requisites for Arts credit in grade 11
MUSIC – when choosing music you must now choose separately the option of Repertoire (BAND) and you must choose Repertoire last after all other electives in My Blueprint

12. Science Physical Education Course Electives
SBI3U1 (University Biology)
SBI3C1 (College Biology)
SCH3U1 (University Chemistry
SCH4C1 (College Chemistry)
SPH3U1 (University Physics)
SPH4C1 (College Physics)
SVN3M1 (University/College Environmental Science
Science
PAF309 (Boys’ Fitness)
PAF308 (Girls’ Fitness)
PPL309 (Healthy Active Living – Boys’)
PPL3O8 (Healthy Active Living – Girls’)
Physical Education
Course Electives
Choose courses in consultation with your teachers and in accordance with your achievement
Ensure that you have the prerequisite course you require to take the course you are choosing. My Blueprint will warn you when you have chosen a course without the correct prerequisite

13. Interdisciplinary Studies
Course Electives
BAF3M1 (Accounting)
BDI3C1 (Entrepreneurship)
Business
IDC3O1 (Sports & Entertainment Marketing)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Choose courses in consultation with your teachers and in accordance with your achievement
Ensure that you have the prerequisite course you require to take the course you are choosing. My Blueprint will warn you when you have chosen a course without the correct prerequisite

14. FSF3U1 (University French)
Elective Courses
FSF3U1 (University French)
French As a Second Language
LWSCU1 (Spanish)
Classical & International Languages
ICS3U1 (Computer Science)
Computers
Choose courses in consultation with your teachers and in accordance with your achievement
Ensure that you have the prerequisite course you require to take the course you are choosing. My Blueprint will warn you when you have chosen a course without the correct prerequisite

15. Grade 11 Choices in Technology….
TTJ3C1
Auto
TFJ3C1 or TFJ3E1
Hospitality/Tourism
TEJ3M1
Computer Tech
TCJ3C1 or TCJ3E1
Construction Tech
TDJ3M1
Design Tech
TXJ3E1
Hairstyling/Aesthetics Tech
TGJ3M1
Communication

16. Course Electives: Co-op & SHSM
COP3X7 (Teaching Assistant)
COP3X# (1/2 Day Co-op)
COP3X0 & COP3X& (All day Co-op)
Cooperative Education
2 credit Co-op
Select Health Science Courses
SHSM
Choose courses in consultation with your teachers and in accordance with your achievement
Ensure that you have the pre-requisite course you require to take the course you are choosing. My Blueprint will warn you when you have chosen a course without the correct pre-requisite

17. SHSM and Co-op Applications
Applications for SHSM can be found through the link on this slide.
Applications for Co-op can be picked up outside the Co-op office, from the Guidance office and through the Co-op link.
bit.ly/SDSSCOOP1​

18. Workplace, Apprenticeship & Skilled Trades
Construction Sector
Drywall Technician
Sheet Metal Worker
Motive Power
Small Engine Technician
Motive Power Technician
Service Sector
Pastry Chef
Child & Youth Worker
Industrial Sector
Tool & Die Maker
Welder
This is a hands-on training program where 85 to 90% of learning occurs ‘on the job’ while 10-15% takes place in the classroom. Apprentices earn while they learn. Some require competencies in Math (MAP4C1 or MCT4C1), English and Science. There are over apprenticeable trades providing work in four sectors

19. Workplace, Apprenticeship & Skilled Trade Destination
OYAP- Earning high school credit/hours
Accelerated OYAP
Earning high school credit/ hours and possible College training (Dual Credit)
Board wide application based on experience, attendance & marks
For Community based programs see the Co-op Dept. for applications

20. Engineering Technology
Community college programs provide a valuable combination of academic and practical/technical skills training for a specific career. Students graduate with:
Certificates (1+ yrs), Diplomas (2 -3 yrs), Advanced Diplomas (2-3 yrs), or
Degrees (4 yrs) which are equivalent to those earned at a university
Engineering Technology
Business Marketing
600 Programs
Social Work
Paramedic

21. College Admission Guidelines
High school diploma + possibly additional requirements such as interview, English entrance test, portfolio, etc.
“C”, “M” &/or “U” type courses can be used for admission;
Technology programs may require academic Gr. 10 Math, Gr. 11 Functions (M), then Gr. 12 Math for Technology (C) or a 12 U Math and perhaps grade 12 (C) Sciences.
Health/Science programs may require grade12 Math.
Some programs are “highly competitive” and require very high marks
IMPORTANT!!: Visit to determine admission requirements (course and grade requirements) for all colleges and programs that interest you

22. Mechanical Engineering
University programs provide environments that develop academic skills in critical thinking, research and writing in large lecture formats or labs. Students graduate with Degrees with the opportunity to apply to: Post-Graduate Degrees (ie. Masters), Certificates, etc.
Arts & Science
Mechanical Engineering
Biomedical Science
Toxicology
Urban Planning
Child, Youth and Family

23. University Admissions
High school diploma required.
Minimum overall average of 70% in 6 Gr. 12 “U” or “M” courses (most have much higher admission averages).
Some universities have a max. number of “M” level courses they will accept as part of the top 6 course marks
Different programs and universities have different course and grade requirements. Sometimes certain courses are
recommended by universities (to support success) but are not an entry requirement
Universities have published their new program pre-requisites/requirements on websites
( and in handbooks (available in Guidance)
Universities may consider Gr. 11 and 12 (“U” and “M”) courses for admission &/or prerequisites.

24. University and College Links
Program links between colleges and universities are increasing dramatically.
Many colleges and universities are offering joint programs that will provide students with both the theoretical and practical skills required for their career and earn them a degree and a diploma in four years. Carefully check pre-requisites for these programmes.
Applied degree/ Degree programs are now granted by many colleges. These programs also require 6 grade 12 “U” or “M” level courses
Lots of opportunities to transfer between colleges and universities exist Visit to explore transfer opportunities

25. Program Planning Opportunities
Co-op
Co-op applications – An application must be, completed on-line ASAP for all Co-op requests, including TA. All students will be interviewed for a placement. An ideal opportunity to try out a variety of career choices.
ALT.ED. applications - can be picked up from Ms. Devos in Alt. Ed. through
SHSM (Health and Wellness) - please see Mrs. Hewitt or Mrs. Chartrand for information and an application must be completed on-line.
Day School E-Learning – Interested students please see Ms. Marinis in Guidance
ALT. ED.
SHSM
E-Learning

26. Special Education Option
Learning Centre
Strategies
GLE301
Special Education Option
If you have support through the Special Education, consider taking the GLE301 to ensure direct support during one semester.

27. 40 Volunteer Hours Non-profit Charitable Events
Community Assistance
Charitable Events
Non-profit
Check the Board website for suitable volunteer experiences
Have your volunteer hours approved in Guidance prior to completing your volunteer experiences

28. Click on

29. Activating your account…
If you have not activated your account….go to the school/YRDSB website.
Click on
Provide your school username
and password.
Your account is now activated.
Note for counsellors:
Your school board/division may have it’s own myBlueprint landing page, which includes a list of schools in the New User box. If you’re not sure whether your school has a landing page or an activation key, contact

30. STEP 1: Login to your myBlueprint account via
The Log In button

31. STEP 2: From the Dashboard, click on Plan Courses

32. STEP 3: Add courses to your High School Plan
STEP 3: Add courses to your High School Plan. Click on + Course to select from courses at your school.
Note for counsellors:
Compulsory courses are indicated by + Subject (ie. + English)
Boxes for elective courses are indicated by + Course

33. Choosing Courses

34. Adding Music Repertoire………
Step 1: Complete course selection for all 8 courses. Add Course will automatically appear.
Check that you have chosen the correct music for grade 9. Click on the
to view the Guidance description

35. Adding Music Repertoire cont…
Step 3: Click on the correct Repertoire
Step 2: Click on Add Course
Step 2: Click on Repertoire and the Repertoire options appear
Step 4: Repertoire is added.

36. Adding ESL….. Step 1: Click on English
Step 2.: Click on English to open other Discipline option choices
Step 3: From the Discipline options choose English as a second language
Step 4: Choose an ESL course for each semester

37. Changing your course selection…..
If you need to change your course selection, click on
and the options of Edit, Change and Delete will appear.
Change – will allow you to change the choice within the discipline
Delete – will allow you to change the discipline choice -

38. Prior to reviewing your course selection– red indicates a possible error …… in this case a missing pre-requisite. Click on the small red circle to view error.

39. STEP 4: Click on Review Course Selections to review your chosen courses

40. STEP 5: Click Submit Course Selections to submit courses to your school
Scroll to the bottom
to add comments
Note for Counsellors:
You may have enabled additional fields such as Student Comments, or Pathway of Interest. If so, students will find these options here.

41. The review tab will show all errors with a red square and an X
The review tab will show all errors with a red square and an X. If your error is intentional, the “COMMENT” option at the bottom of this page is an opportunity to explain your choice. Guidance will see all comments and errors following submission.

42. STEP 6: Click Print Sign-Off Sheet
Note for counsellors:
You can disable the sign off sheet under Configure Course Selection settings in your account. If so, you can remove this slide.

43. Making Wise Course Selections
Think about your:
1. mark in the Grade 10 subject **this is your foundation for the next level 2. subject teacher’s recommendation 3. work habits & learning skills 4. interests & Post-Secondary Pathway 5. compulsory courses you still need

44. Something Else to Consider…
Number of classes in the timetable are based on the number of students who select the course in February
All classes have maximum numbers
There is very little flexibility to move between University and College level courses once the timetable has been built so choose your courses wisely!

45. Make Informed Decisions!
Learn about the courses you’re considering by doing research.
Course Selection start today:
Speak with your course teachers
Speak with Department Heads/teachers of subject areas of interest
Consult Guidance
Read the descriptions in My Blueprint

46. STEP 7: Print your Sign-Off Sheet
Note: You can reprint this form at any time from the
High School section of your account
Note for counsellors:
You can disable the sign off sheet under Configure Course Selection settings in your account. If so, you can remove this slide.

47. STEP 7: Print off sign-off form
Print off your sign-off form
Sign your form
Parent/Guardian signs form
Return to your home room teacher by FEBUARY 20th, 2019

48. If you are not returning to YRDSB….
If you are not returning to a YRDSB school, you must click on the “Not returning next year?” to inform the system that you will be leaving.
You will be asked to provide a reason for your departure. A list of options will appear. Please click on the correct option.

49. About Timetables and Class Sizes…
Number of classes in the timetable are based on the number of students who select the course in February
All classes have maximum numbers
very little flexibility to move between Academic and Applied courses once the timetable has been built

50. Things to remember… course selection opens…..
9:00 a.m. on February 11, 2019
Grade 9 & 10 students must choose 8 courses
Grade 11 students must choose a minimum of 6 courses – please check graduation requirements to meet the 30 credits
Repertoire Music or Vocal can be chosen as a 9th option
All students should review their compulsory credit requirements prior to course selection.
Students selecting ESL must choose ESL for each semester, unless ELSEO1 is their first option.
All students must choose 2 Alternative Courses
If you are not returning to a YRDSB school, you must click on “Not returning next year?”

51. Course Selection Due Date
Course Selection Sign-off forms, signed by parents/ guardians, must be submitted to Homeroom teachers on or before
February 20th.