BOWNESS EXIT HIGH
PACKAGE SCHOOL
This Exit package was designed for students who are leaving Bowness High School prior to obtaining a high school diploma or certificate.
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PART 1: DIPLOMA AND CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
ALBERTA HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS
Students are eligible to receive an Alberta High School Diploma upon earning a minimum of 100 credits including the following:
CERTIFICATE OF HIGH SCHOOL ACHIEVEMENT REQUIREMENTS
Students are eligible to receive a Certificate of High School Achievement upon earning a minimum of 80 credits including the following:
Students must successfully complete a minimum of one academic Knowledge and Employability course (core academic courses that end in -4) to qualify for a Certificate of High School Achievement.
CERTIFICATE OF SCHOOL COMPLETION
The Certificate of School Completion is awarded to students with significant cognitive disabilities. Generally Bowness students who receive a Certificate of School Completion are in the Paced Learning Program (PLP) or the Adapted Learning Program (ALP). Students are eligible for this certificate if they: Are 17 years old on March 1st of their twelfth and final year of school. Have participated in special education programming and have been identified with one of the following special education codes at the
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time of school completion: 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 51, 52, 53, 55, 56, 58, 59. The student has not have achieved credits in any of the four core subject areas: mathematics, science, social studies and English language arts (some exceptions apply). Due to significant cognitive disabilities, this student is not able to achieve any of the following certificates: o Alberta High School Diploma o High School Equivalency Diploma o Certificate of High School Achievement (Knowledge and Employability)
PART 2: WHERE TO GO TO FINISH SCHOOL
CHINOOK LEARNING SERVICES Chinook Learning Services is the Calgary Board of Education's provider of Academic Success Programs, Adult English Language Learning and non- credit Continuing Education (professional & personal development). Academic Success Programs include: High School Upgrading, Summer School for Grades 10-12 and Off-Campus Programs (work experience). t | 403-777-7200 |[email protected] www.chinooklearningservices.com
CBe-learn CBe-learn is the Calgary Board of Education's online junior and senior high school. It is located in Career and Technology Centre. 2336 53 Ave. S.W., Calgary AB T3E 1L2 t | 403-243-4500 e | [email protected] http://schools.cbe.ab.ca/cbe-learn//
Career and Technology Centre (CTC) The Career and Technology Centre (CTC) is located in Lord Shaughnessy High School, beside Central Memorial High School. It is a place where students are invited to personalize their educational experience and engage in unique, hands on opportunities for their learning. The CTC provides continuous access to academic, industry-standard programs, certificated journeyman instructors, facilities and equipment for students seeking industry-standard credentials in high demand, highly skilled occupations. In journeyman trades, students can simultaneously earn credits in Career and Technology Studies while completing equivalent Alberta Industry and Training (AIT) courses. Courses offered at CTC: Trades, Manufacturing & Transportation . Auto Body | Auto Body Apprentice & Pre-Apprentice . Fabrication | Welder Apprentice & Pre-Apprentice . Pre-Engineering Health, Recreation & Human Services . Cosmetology | Hairstylist Apprentice & Pre-Apprentice . Foods | Cook Apprentice & Pre-Apprentice . Health Sciences | First Responder
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Natural Resources . Environmental Stewardship . Primary Resources Business, Administration, Finance, Information & Technology . Financial Management and Marketing . Computing Sciences Media, Design & Communication Arts . Communication Technology | Broadcasting . Design Studies CTC contact information: 2336 – 53 Ave. S.W., Calgary AB T3E 1L2 t | 403-243-4500 e | [email protected] http://schools.cbe.ab.ca/ct-centre
ALTERNATIVE HIGH Alternative High School is an alternative to the regular high school programs, as it allows students to direct and pace their own learning. Students play an active role in school decision making. 5003 20th Street S.W. Calgary, Alberta T2T 5A5 Phone: 403-777-7730 Fax: 403-777-7739 [email protected]
DISCOVERING CHOICES/ START OUTREACH Discovering Choices is a Calgary Board of Education High School outreach program that offer courses based on Alberta Education high school curriculum and work experience opportunities. Enrolment includes students who are between 15 and 19 years old as of September 1st. The program is designed for students who find that regular school programs and services do not meet their needs. The Outreach Program also provides students with additional services such as personal and career counselling, conflict resolution, anger management techniques, time management and study skills, parenting skills and learning strategies. There are four Outreach Programs. Contact information for the four locations:
Discovering Choices I (Calgary Achievement Centre for Youth) 206, 315 – 10 Ave SE 403-268-3265 Discovering Choices II (Marlborough) 92, 116 – 3800 Memorial Drive NE 403-777-8384 Start (Bowness) Outreach 4110 – 79 Street NW 403-777-6107 Westbrook Outreach 3, 1002 – 37 Street SW 403-777-8020
You can also get more information on the Discovering Choices website: http://schools.cbe.ab.ca/b868/default.htm
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ENCORE Encore CBE is not a school but a place with people who can help youth explore options and possibilities for returning to learning. Working with the individual’s needs and goals, Encore helps youth figure out the best option so they can finish school. 1221 – 8 St. S.W. Calgary Ab. T2R 0L4 phone | 403-817-7820 text | 403-519-6711 [email protected] drop-in hours 1 - 4 p.m. http://www.encorecbe.ca/
OTHER INSTITUTIONS
Other institutions and school boards also offer programs to support students as they complete school, some examples are: Alberta Distance Learning Independent high school programming with print or online focused learning. ADLC offers Knowledge and Employability courses. Fees are sometimes partially reimbursed upon completion of the course. 341- 58 Ave. S.E. 403- 290-0977 www.adlc.ca Bow Valley College B.V.C. offers a high school equivalency program (GED), academic upgrading, English as a Second Language (ESL), and job training programs. North and South Campus: 345 - 6 Avenue SE Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2G 4V1 1-866-428-2669 (Toll Free) 403-410-1505 (TTY) http://www.bowvalleycollege.ca/programs-and-courses/academic- upgrading.html St. Paul’s Academy Located in Okotoks St. Paul’s Academy offers online, blended, traditional, and aligned programs that are designed to meet the needs of students. 403- 938-4119 www.albertahomeeducation.ca The Rockyview Virtual School RVS has locations in Airdrie, Chestermere and Cochrane.
Airdrie Chestermere Cochrane 120 Main Street S. 133 Main Street Box 1930 Airdrie, AB Chestermere, AB 127, 213 1 Str.W. T4B 0P8 T1X 1V3 Cochrane, AB (403) 948-4360 (403) 235-0294 T4C 1B7 (403) 932-6131
http://rvlc.rockyview.ab.ca/
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PART 3: HOW TO GET TRAINING WITHOUT A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
Bow Valley College www.bowvalleycollege.com Some Businesses and vocational programs are available to students who have not completed high school as long as minimum standards or age requirements are met. Contact main campus at 403 410 1400.
S.A.I.T. www.sait.ca Some programs are available for students who do not have a high school diploma but are 18 years of age and meet minimum requirements. There are preparation courses offered in math and science in the Pre- Careers/Transitions Program for students who need more knowledge in these areas in order to gain entrance into specific programs. Contact phone number – 403-284-7248
Athabasca University www.athabascau.ca Athabasca University is a distance education approach to university education. They have an open admission policy and offer degrees in Arts, General Studies, Administration, Commerce and Science, as well as a number of University Certificate Programs. Most courses are transferable to other universities. Phone - 1-800-788-9041.
Mount Royal University www.mtroyal.ca Some programs at Mount Royal College are available to students who are 18 years of age and have not completed high school, but still meet minimum requirements. Contact academic Advising Services at 403-440- 5000.
Canadian Forces www.recruitingforces.gc.ca Check out many education and occupation opportunities
Apprenticeship Programs www.tradesecrets.org These programs offer on-the-job training in selected trades. For information on the many available programs check the website.
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PART 4: FOCUSING ON A CAREER CAREER DEVELOPMENT WEBSITES
www.alis.gov.ab.ca Alberta Learning Information Services www.nextsteps.org Calgary Youth Employment Centre www.volunteercalgary.ca Volunteer Calgary www.jobsetc.ca Service Canada Job Bank http://www.tradesecrets.org Apprenticeship and Industry Training www.youth.gc.ca Government of Canada Youth Services www.careersintrades.ca Canadian Apprenticeship Forum and Skills Canada www.forces.ca Canadian Armed Forces
You can also try the Career Information Hotline at 1-800-661-3753
EMPLOYMENT SEARCHES WEBSITES
www.calgaryjobshop.ca www.jobhits.ca www.calgaryjobs.net www.calgaryjobs.com www.jobbank.gc.ca www.careerbuilder.ca
Careers: The Next Generation CAREERS: The Next Generation is a unique, non-profit organization raising youth awareness of career options and helping students earn while they learn through internship. They partner with government, educators, communities, industry, parents and students to introduce youth to rewarding careers and develop the skilled workers of the future. 5921 – 3 Street SE 403-290-0977 ext 6245 www.nextgen.org
Alberta Human Resources and Employment Career Centre The Alberta Career Centre offers career counseling and it sponsors workshops for people who are no longer in school. 5 Floor, 855 – 8 Avenue SW 403-297-6344 http://humanservices.alberta.ca/working-in-alberta/14935.html
Youth Canada Youth Canada Website has a list of programs and services specific to the needs of unemployed Canadian youth. Be sure to check out the general audience pages as well for more information on jobs, education, careers and money. www.youth.gc.ca
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Calgary Achievement Centre for Youth
The Youth Employment Centre offers free year round career planning and job search assistance to youth between 15 – 24 years of age. Get assistance from the experts on: Resume writing Job interview tips Job postings Career planning with an advisor Work experience and job shadowing opportunities Free access to computers, faxing, photocopying
Youth Employment Centre (YEC) 2 Floor, 315 – 10 Avenue SE 403-268-2490 www.cacy.org
PART 4: POST-SECONDARY & SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
CALGARY POST-SECONDARY WEBSITES www.mtroyal.ca Mount Royal University www.bowvalleycollege.ca Bow Valley College www.sait.ca Southern Alberta Institute of Technology www.ucalgary.ca University of Calgary
For a list of post-secondary institutions within Alberta and their web links go to: http://alis.alberta.ca/ec/ep/aas/post-secondary.html
Apply Alberta is an online system allows you to apply to one or more post- secondary institutions and transfer your transcripts between participating institutions in the province. www.applyalberta.ca
SCHOLARSHIP WEBSITES
The following websites are a great starting point in your scholarship searches: www.alis.gov.ab.ca/scholarships Alberta Learning Information Services http://www.aucc.ca Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada www.scholarshipscanada.ca Scholarships Canada www.studentawards.com Student Awards www.schoolfinder.com School Finder www.thecalgaryfoundation.org/gsa_studentawards.htm The Calgary Foundation
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PART 5: COMMUNITY SUPPORT AGENCIES
Boys and Girls Club of Calgary and Area www.boysandgirlsclubsofcalgary.ca
Urban Society for Aboriginal Youth www.usay.ca
McMan Youth and Family Community Services www.mcman.ca
Centre for Newcomers www.centrefornewcomers.ca
Alberta Health Services Health Link 1-866-408-5465 Access Mental Health 403 943 1500 [email protected] http://www.albertahealthservices.ca/services.asp?pid=saf&rid=1019446
Calgary Sexual Health www.calgarysexualhealth.ca
Alex Community Health Centre www.thealex.ca/programs-services/health/youth-health
Youth Addiction and Mental Health www.albertahealthservices.ca/services.asp?pid=service&rid=1001217
Eastside Family Counselling Centre www.woodshomes.ca/eastside-family-centre.htm
Exit Community Outreach and Resource Centre http://www.woodshomes.ca/site/PageNavigator/programs/street_services/programs _exit.html
Kids Help Phone http://kidshelpphone.ca/teens/home/splash.aspx
Calgary Distress Centre 403 266 4357 [email protected] www.distresscentre.com
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