Hello Hal High Family,
In the month of February, your grade 10 student will be selecting their grade 11 courses. Prior to this, they will receive a course selection presentation to help them prepare. This can be accessed in the grade 10 guidance google classroom. In the meantime, you can begin to have conversations with them at home about what options they have and what they might be interested in taking. They may also want to log into their Xello account and do some more career research to take the right courses for their destined pathway.
First I’d like to take this opportunity to remind you about community hours. In order to graduate your student needs 40 hours of community volunteer hours. Now is the best time to get started if they haven’t already. Students can donate their time at a local food bank, volunteer at Rotary events, shovel snow or rake leaves for neighbours. Volunteer for a non-profit summer camp or community sport. There are many ways to get involved. Hours can be submitted by completing volunteer cards or online through the community online form found on our website. https://www.tldsb.ca/community-involvement-activities-record/?school=HSS
In grade 11 your student will need to take English and Math, and then they will have 6 optional courses.
For Math, they will need to select the best pathway for them. Things to consider…
GRADE 11 Workplace (MEL 3E)
- I have a grade 10 math credit.
- My grade 10 teacher recommended me for this course.
- I learn best when math is hands-on and the topics deal with real everyday concepts.
- I plan to go directly into the workplace, into an apprenticeship, to college or university for a non-math related program.
GRADE 11 College (MBF 3C)
- I have the Applied Grade 10 Math credit
- My grade 10 teacher recommended me for this course.
- I plan to go directly into the workplace, into an apprenticeship, to college or university for a non-math or science related program.
GRADE 11 Mixed Math (MCF 3M)
- I have the Academic or Applied Grade 10 Math credit
- My grade 10 teacher recommended me for this course.
- I will not need MHF 4U for University (I’m interested in pursuing arts, humanities and social science programs)
- I plan to go directly into the workplace, into an apprenticeship, to college or university for a non-math or science related program.
GRADE 11 Functions (MCR 3U)
- I have the Academic Grade 10 Math credit and earned at least a Level 3
- I like to be challenged to think critically to solve problems in abstract as well as concrete situations.
- I will need MHF 4U for the University program I am interested in.
- I plan to go directly into the workplace, into an apprenticeship, or to college or university for a math, business or science related program
For English, they will need to select the best pathway for them. Things to consider…
University/College/Apprenticeship WorkplacePathway
College/Workplace/Apprenticeship pathway
Workplace pathway with some College/Apprenticeships
After choosing the two compulsory courses above, your student will need to choose 6 optional courses. For a detailed description of available optional courses log on to our website. https://hss.tldsb.on.ca/, go to guidance services and select the course calendar for full descriptions. 2022/2023 COURSE CALENDAR
Some courses are only offered every other year. The following courses will only be available in your grade 11 year.
CHW3M – ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS
CGW4U – WORLD ISSUES
CHI4U – CANADA: HISTORY, IDENTITY, AND CULTURE
SES4U – EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE
PLF4M – RECREATION AND HEALTHY ACTIVE LEADERSHIP
HSB4U – CHALLENGE AND CHANGE IN SOCIETY
Other opportunities beginning in grade 11 are:
DUAL CREDIT COURSES, where students can earn a high school credit and a college credit simultaneously. Next year we will offer Makeup Artistry(Click link to learn more) and Intro to Mechanical Trades(Click link to learn more)
SPECIALIST HIGH SKILLS MAJOR programs in Hospitality and Tourism as well as Environmental.
Any student on any pathway is eligible for the SHSM program. Each major is a bundle of classroom courses, workplace experiences and sector certifications. Students who complete a major will receive a special designation on their high school diploma.
Apply now if interested by completing the google form Application for SHSM program
What will students in a hospitality and tourism major study?
A bundle of nine Grade 11 and Grade 12 credits.Two cooperative education credits. Experiential learning, career exploration and reach ahead activities within the sector Certifications and training programs/courses in first aid, CPR, hazardous materials and Service Excellence (customer services) Click on the pathway chart to see what courses are required.
What will students in an environment major study?
A bundle of ten Grade 11 and 12 credits. Two cooperative education credits. Experiential learning, career exploration and reach ahead activities within the sector Certifications and training programs/courses in first aid, CPR, WHMIS and GPS Essential skills and work habits required in the sector. Click on the pathway chart to see what courses are required.
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAM
1 credit – Peer support where you are placed in a course within the school to assist a teacher in a grade 9 or 10 course such as phys ed, hospitality and tourism, drama, integrated technology, PALS, or library.
2 credit – A half day placement for a semester in the community learning the skills of the job at a grocery store, restaurant, retail store, hospital, pharmacy, dentist, veterinarian office, township office, arena, construction, manufacturing,electrician, auto shop, small engine repair or dealership
4 credit – A full day placement for an entire semester in the community learning the skills of the job at a grocery store, restaurant, retail store, hospital, pharmacy, dentist, veterinarian office, township office, arena, construction, manufacturing,electrician, auto shop, small engine repair or dealership.
For further pathway information we use the following sites to research prerequisites and find other useful information.
Apprenticeship information:
https://www.ontario.ca/page/skilled-trades
https://www.skilledtradesontario.ca/about-trades/trades-information/
College information
https://ontariocolleges.ca/en/
University information
https://www.ontariouniversitiesinfo.ca/universities
In the event your student has not taken a particular course as of yet or is unsure of their pathway, encourage them to come see Mrs. Lloyd in guidance. We can always change course selections at a later date if needed. If you have any questions please contact me.
Thank you,
Jessica Lloyd
Guidance Counsellor
705-457-2950 ext:34022
