1. Pickering High School Welcomes…
The Class of 2023

2. Introduction to Guidance
What role does Guidance play at
Pickering High School?
Transition from grade 8 to grade 9
Course selection information and guidance
Short term counseling and referrals
Post-secondary research and applications
Career planning
Timetabling and alternative education (summer school/night school)
Student records and awards
Commencement

3. We Are Going to Discuss Graduation Requirements
Courses & Option Selection

4. What do you Need to Graduate from High School?
30 Credits
(18 Compulsory + 12 Elective)
Literacy Requirement
OSSLT / OSSLC
40 Community Involvement Hours

5. 40 Hours of Community Involvement
You can begin your hours when you have graduated from your elementary school (July 2019).
For volunteer ideas, visit:
Follow PHS twitter
Check the bulletin board outside of Guidance
Please visit Pickering High School’s website for a list of eligible/ineligible activities.

7. Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) Requirements
4 credits English (1 credit per grade)
1 credit French as a second language
3 credits Mathematics (at least 1 credit in grade 11 or 12)
2 credits Science
1 credit Canadian History
1 credit Canadian Geography
1 credit Arts
1 credit Physical & Health Education
0.5 credit Civics
0.5 credit Career Education
Plus the following 3 additional courses....

8. Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) Requirements
1 additional credit selected from:
English, or French as a second language*, or Spanish, or Social Sciences and Humanities, or Canadian and World Studies, or Guidance and Career Education, or Co-operative education**
Health & Physical Education, or The Arts (visual art, drama, music), or Business, or French as a second language*, or Co- operative education**
Science (Grade 11 or 12), or Technological Education, or Computer Studies, or French as a second language*, or Co-operative education**
* a maximum of 2 French credits can count towards these additional credits (one from group 1 and one from either group 2 or 3)
** a maximum of 2 Co-op credits can count towards these credits.

9. What compulsory courses must you take in Grade 9?
English
Math
Science
Geography
Phys. Ed
French

10. Packages French Immersion BTT1OF CGC1DF FIF1DF OR BTT1O7 CGC1P7 FIF1P7
Gifted CGC1DG ENG1DG MPM1DG SNC1DG

11. STREAMS
In grade 9, you must choose a stream for each compulsory course:
Academic (D) – Focus on essential concepts of the discipline. Develop student’s knowledge and skills by emphasizing theoretical, abstract applications of the essential concepts while incorporating practical applications.
Applied (P) – Focus on the essential concepts of the discipline. Develop student’s knowledge and skills by emphasizing practical, concrete applications of the essential concepts while incorporating theoretical applications.
Open- one set of expectations for the subject at the grade 9 and 10 levels.
Locally Developed (L) –These courses review and reinforce the elementary curriculum needed for further study.

12. QUESTIONS ABOUT STREAMS
Do I need to take all courses at the academic stream if I plan on going to university?
NO, for example:
Programs
Requirements
Computer Science
Engineering
Nursing
Life Science
Academic - English, Math and Science
Business
Math
Academic - English and Math
Humanities
Social Science
Fine Arts
Criminology
Psychology (BA)
Academic - English

13. ENG 1D/G (Academic/Gifted)
ENG 1P (Applied)
- Strong emphasis on analysis and interpretation for university preparation
- Emphasis on writing and reading comprehension to develop skills for college
You will learn to:
write formal essays
analyze texts from a variety of periods
oral presentations
present in groups and individually
write articles
develop your language skills to become a stronger academic writer/reader/learner
You will explore:
basic grammar
paragraph writing
a variety of texts
- Homework heavy
- Some homework
Study 4 core texts
Assumes a reading level of Z
- Study 3 core texts

14. MPM1D/G (Academic/Gifted)
MFM 1P (Applied)
- Preparation to study math at the university level
Preparation for those who plan to go to college/apprenticeship
Or university in a non-math related field
Linear Relations
Surveys & Bias
Scatter plots
Y=mx+b (characteristics)
Line of best fit
Linear equations
Problem solving
Intercepts
Variation: direct &partial
Time/distance graphs
Rate of change
Number Sense & Algebra
Exponents
Simplifying polynomials
Fractions/rational numbers
Factoring polynomials
Order of operations
Distributive property
Ratios
Conversions
Unit cost
Solving equations
Linear & non-linear relations
Direct & partial variation
Graphing
Equations of lines
Integers
Algebra
Ratios & rates
Measurement & Geometry
Optimal values
Parallel & perpendicular lines
Triangles
Polygons, properties & angles
2D areas & perimeter
3D volume & surface area
Pythagorean theorem
Angles
Analytic Geometry
Slope
Y=mx+b
Graphing linear relations
Intercepts (x & y)
Solving systems of equations
Statistics
3D volume
2D geometry: area, perimeter
Angle relationships – parallel lines
Angle relationships – triangles
Circles
Homework heavy
Some homework
Frequent testing
Less frequent testing

15. SNC 1D1/G (Academic/Gifted)
SNC 1P1 (Applied)
- Preparation to study science at the university level
For those who plan to go to college/apprenticeship
Or university in a non-science related field
You will learn how to:
Make observations and collect data to be explored further
Write a lab report
Handle scientific equipment
Work in a group setting
Communicate scientific language in both a verbal and written form
Work independently
Apply scientific principals through guided practice
-Explore practical applications in society along with theoretical concepts
- Activity based learning
- Explore practical applications in society
- Homework heavy
- Some homework
- Study 4 core units (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Astronomy)

16. QUESTIONS ABOUT STREAMS
If I take applied courses in grade 9, can I take academic courses in grade 10? Yes, with the exception of math. You must take a summer school course or sequence grade 9 and 10 math in your grade 10 year.

17. Before selecting streams, students must consider:
Career goals
Academic ability
Study & work habits
Effort & attitude
Learning skills
Talk to parents and teachers
Read the online Pickering High School Course Calendar
Examine career goals, personal interests and academic strengths (university, college, or apprenticeship destination)
Complete your IPP
Complete and submit your Choosing My Success Course Planner

19. Dramatic Arts – ADA1O1

20. Instrumental Music – AMU1O1

21. Vocal Music – AMV1O1

22. Visual Arts – AVI1O1

23. Information and Communication Technology in Business – BTT1O1

24. Exploring Family Studies – HIF1O1

25. Exploring Technologies –TIJ1O1

26. Exploring Technologies –TIJ1O1

27. Latin - Level 1 – LVLBD1
In Latin, we focus on the achievements of the ancient Romans and various aspects of their life – such as their home life, education, politics, theatre and entertainment. Through reading and translating interesting and often humorous stories, students learn about history as well as the vocabulary and grammatical structure of the Latin language.
Here are the top TEN reasons for studying Latin:
Build your English vocabulary by learning Latin roots. Over 60% of all English words have Greek or Latin roots.
ie. transport means to carry from one place to another. It comes from the Latin word trans which means across and portare which means to carry.
ie. laudable means praiseworthy which comes from the Latin word laudare meaning to praise.
Understand medical, mathematical, legal and scientific terminology better. A large percentage of this terminology and vocabulary comes form Latin. Many students who want to study medicine, law and science know that Latin will help them in these areas.
Improve your English grammar and usage.
Strengthen your reading and comprehension skills.
Write with greater clarity and efficiency.
Open up doors to other languages. Latin helps you to develop an excellent basis from which to learn Spanish, Italian, French, Portuguese, and many other languages.
Unlock the meanings behind common Latin phrases that you hear, read and use everyday. Everyday short forms such as i.e., a.m., p.m., P.S., R. I. P., etc., and stat are all derived from the Latin language. In English, we use some entire Latin phrases such as carpe diem, ad nauseam, bona fide and persona non grata. Some English words such as alibi, memo, alumni and via are identical to Latin words.

28. Accessing the Course Planner
Grade 9 On-line Course Selection – Career Cruising
Accessing the Course Planner

29. WARNING: This step cannot be undone!
Student View
Link to Course Calendar
Course Calendar
Beige = Compulsory
White = Elective
WARNING: This step cannot be undone!

30. Compulsory Courses French Immersion: “F” for academic FI package
“P7” for applied FI package
Gifted:
“G” in the code

31. Choosing Electives

32. Select grade 9 courses only!
Elective Courses D
Select grade 9 courses only!
*We recommend students select an art course in order to fulfill their graduation requirement.

33. Warning
Hover over the blue dot for a guidance alert.

34. Alert
Hover over the red dot for important course selection information.

35. PRINTING
Once you have submitted your course selections, please print off a final copy of your.

36. Print Final Copy
Must be signed by a Parent/Guardian and returned to your Grade 8 Homeroom Teacher by:
February 14th, 2019

37. Important Dates January 2019 - January 23 – Regular program
Grade 8 Parent Information Sessions:
- January 23 – Regular program
- January 24 – French Immersion and Gifted program
February 14, 2019
Due Date for:
- On– line Course Selections (Career Cruising)
- Choosing My Success Course Planning Tool
April 30 and May 1, 2019
Grade 8 Tours
May 24, 2019
Last day to make elective course changes (excluding streams)

38. The End…
Questions?