1. For The Class of 2015 Grade 12 Course Selection

2. Course Selection Grade 12 students should carry 6 courses 21 courses: Suggested load by HRSB

3. Graduation Requirements 1.3 English 2.2 Math 3.2 Science 4.2 Technology…Math or Science 5.1 Physical Education Credit 6.1 Canadian Studies 7.1 Global 8.1 Fine Arts Credit No more than 7 Grade 10

4. Typical Grade 12 Courses ***** Make sure you have at least 5 grade 12 credits***** 1 English 1 Global (History/Histoire Planetaire or Geography) 1-2 Math (for those needing for post-secondary) 1-2 Sciences (for those needing for post-secondary) 1-2 Technology (for those who did not take extra Math of Science) Français 12 (only for FI students) Elective credits (selected based on high school graduation requirements and post-secondary admissions requirements)

5. Post-Secondary Admission Requirements (Atlantic Provinces) Bachelor of Science English 12 academic Pre-Calculus Math 12 2 of Biology/Chemistry/Physics 12 1 more academic grade 12 credit

6. Post-Secondary Admission Requirements (Atlantic Provinces) Bachelor of Commerce English 12 academic Math 12 academic 3 more academic grade 12 credits

7. Post-Secondary Admission Requirements (Atlantic Provinces) Bachelor of Arts English 12 academic 4 more academic grade 12 credits

8. Post-Secondary Admission Requirements (Atlantic Provinces) Community College No admissions requirements for 90% of requirements other than high school completion. Some programs require Math 12 and Physics 11. First come/First serve

9. English Students require an English credit at each grade level in order to graduate English 11 Advanced  English 12 Advanced OR English 12 Advanced Placement English 11  English 12 English 11 Communications  English 12 Communications

10. Math Recommendations Grade 10/11 Math recommendations by teachers. Math recommendation form if not pursuing math recommendation. It is important to make decisions that will allow you to experience success. There will be no changes permitted after March 20 th.

11. Mathematics Essentials Pathway

12. Mathematics at Work Pathway

13. Mathematics (Academic) Pathway

14. Selecting the Best Course Considerations Mathematical knowledge and background Future plans Interest Learner profile Previous mathematics achievement

15. Post-Secondary Math Requirements DAL/SMU ProgramRequirement(s) Bachelor of EngineeringPrecal 12 (Chemistry / Physics 12) Bachelor of Computer SciencePrecal 12 Bachelor of SciencePrecal 12 + Sciences Bachelor of Science – KinesiologyMath 12 Academic Bachelor of Science – NursingMath 12 Academic Bachelor of CommerceMath 12 Academic Bachelor of ArtsNo math requirement* NSCC90% of programs require no math Please check this requirement for other universities – it may vary

16. Science Minimum of 2 science credits for graduation Those taking for graduation Science 10 + one of: Oceans/ Human Biology/ Food Science/ Geology/ Biology/ Chemistry/ Physics Those needing for post-secondary Science 10 + 2 from: Biology 12, Chemistry 12 and/or Physics 12

17. Technology/Science/Math Grade 12 Options: Business Tech 12 Communication Tech 12 Production Tech 12 Computer Programming 12 Film and Video 12 Multimedia 12 Math for the Workplace 12

18. One Canadian Studies credit and One Global Studies credit required for graduation Canadian Studies options: Mikmaw Studies 10 Canadian History 11 Histoire Canadienne 11F African Canadian Studies 11 Global Studies Options Global History 12 Histoire Planétaire 12F Global Geography 12

19. New Course: Health and Human Services 12 (Academic) Health and Human Services 12 will provide students with skills and knowledge in human development, ethics, the helping process, interpersonal and personal development, wellness, written and verbal communication, and computer applications. Students will explore skills and knowledge specific to defined occupations. Volunteerism is an important component of the course, and as such, students will be required to complete a volunteer project as a major assessment

20. Elective Credits Elective courses should be chosen based on: 1.Need for High School graduation 2.Post-secondary Admissions requirements 3.Interest of the student

21. Two Alternates Students should make sure to select two alternate courses when doing their online selection Students are asked to choose alternates to ensure they end up in suitable courses should their be scheduling conflicts in their initial selections

22. On Line Course Selection Tips: Grade 12 students must choose 6-8 courses and 2 alternates Students planning on early graduation must fill out a yellow form and still fill in 6 courses and 2 alternates. Your courses will be adjusted later. You must also make sure to pick one grade 12 credit. 02 students will only find specific 02 courses under the O2 heading. Make sure to hit submit when you have finished making all of your selections.

23. Please Remember: You will need your computer login & password, as well as your PowerSchool login & password. If you do not your computer login, please see your A block teacher. If you do not have your PowerSchool login, please see Mrs. McKinnon, guidance secretary.

24. Important Date: There will be NO COURSE CHANGES after… MARCH 20 TH

25. Questions? Mrs. Parsons – Surnames A-L Mme Wiseman – Surnames M-Z Mrs. Thibault – Guidance Intern

26. GRADE 11’sC block Date ClassTeacherTimeLabGuidance Mon, Feb 24 CHE11ADVN. Benoit-Canning12:45 – 1:152019Corey Mon, Feb 24 PHEAL 11D. Blanchard1:25 – 1:552019Corey Tues, Feb 25 HC11IMMP. Chambon-Dias9:20 – 9:502019Julie Tues, Feb 25 MUS10/11/12B. Coates10:00 – 10:302019Julie Tues, Feb 25 BIO11ADVM. Cobb9:20 – 9:502039Corey Tues, Feb 25 MTH11L. Parker10:00 – 10:302039Corey Wed, Feb 26 ENG11D. Gerrior-Thomas2:05 – 2:352032Julie Wed, Feb 26 PHY11C. MacDonald2:45 – 3:152032Julie Wed, Feb 26 PHE11S. McMaster2:05 – 2:352039Corey Wed, Feb 26 BIO11M. McNeil2:45 – 3:152039Corey Thurs, Feb 27 HUBIO11S. Pellerine10:40 – 11:102032Julie Thurs, Feb 27 OCE11B. Penny11:20 – 11:502032Julie Fri, Feb 28 CHS11A.Roughneen2:05 – 2:352032Corey Fri, Feb 28 COOP11J. Turnbull2:43-3:152032Corey Fri, Feb 28 ECM12AM. Kaiser2:05 – 2:352039Julie