GRAND ERIE | 2019-20 BRANTFORD COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE & VOCATIONAL SCHOOL WELCOME TO BRANTFORD COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE – SYNONYMOUS WITH EXCELLENCE

Looking for a school that “does it all”, then look no further…..it’s Brantford Collegiate Institute that you want! B.C.I. students and staff are extremely passionate about the school and this is showcased through school spirit, academic successes, equity and inclusiveness, and talented sports’ “Synonymous With Excellence” teams and clubs!! At Brantford Collegiate Institute & V.S. we believe that dignity and respect should B.C.I. staff set benchmarks of govern all behaviour, that all can learn and Mr. Michael DeGroote excellence in all areas of school life. that each person has worth. Principal B.C.I. offers innovative programs in addition to a variety of excellent Each person at BCI & VS has the opportunity to regular program pathways. The Laurier Program, French grow in a safe and friendly environment, where Immersion, Specialist High Skills Major Programs (SHSM) and discipline is not repressive, but rather assumes Student Transition Experience Program (S.T.E.P.) offer dynamic that all students and staff will react respectfully and with common sense. We individualize, opportunities to the students. personalize and humanize curriculum to meet the needs of all students. While academic Transitioning to secondary school provides individuals with an achievement is the central focus, extra-curricular opportunity to grow, meet new friends, and take part in new participation is a key ingredient in the life of experiences. B.C.I. offers an excellent experiential education this school. We value each individual, and program with field trips, work experiences and co-operative encourage all to be creative and to take risks. education programs. Students are encouraged to join a sports By setting goals and standards which are attainable, and by learning decision-making team, get involved in student leadership or participate in our skills, we cultivate self-esteem. Achievement, many clubs, activities, or one of our arts programs. effort, excellence, participation and citizenship are rewarded at BCI & VS, as students prepare B.C.I. is dedicated to supporting student success as well as to assume a responsible position in society. Our developing the character attributes that are essential to facing common goal is growth, growth in knowledge, life barriers. Our entire staff is committed to supporting each skills, positive attitudes, self-worth and self- student in achieving their goals. We are excited to have new discipline. students join the B.C.I. school community and experience all These are not only the ideals of our school, but the greatness that this school has to offer! Enjoy your time at the those of our community. school! GO MUSTANGS!!

Mr. Michael DeGroote, Principal GEDSB Administration: [email protected] Brenda Blancher Director of Education Dave Abbey Superintendent of Education

2 BRANTFORD COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE & VOCATIONAL SCHOOL SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION SCHOOL SERVICES Mr. Michael DeGroote Principal AND RESOURCES Mrs. Jennifer Ippolito Vice-Principal LIBRARY The BCI Library-Learning Commons provides a safe, friendly Mr. Regan Vankerrebroeck environment, offering a balanced collection of print and digital Vice-Principal resources to meet both curricular and personal interest needs. Through virtual and physical learning partnerships, we provide integrated learning opportunities which are global, connected, social, cross- DEPARTMENT HEADS curricular and interdisciplinary. In partnership with classroom teachers, the teacher-librarian teaches guided inquiry, whereby student learn to Ms. D. Curtis define problems, form questions, explore ideas, analyse, synthesize The Arts and evaluate information and communicate new understandings. We strive to challenge students to think critically about the information they Mrs. N. Toic find, to instill in them a passion for reading and learning, and to equip Business Studies them with multiple literacy skills for success in life after high school. Ms. T. MacNeil For more information about Library Learning Commons programming, Canadian and World Studies visit https://www.accessola.org/web/Documents/OLA/Divisions/OSLA/ TogetherforLearning.pdf Ms. S. Taylor English COMPUTER LABS Mrs. C.A. McCaig There are four full labs in teaching areas, three mobile laptop carts Family Studies that travel to individual classrooms and another full lab in the Library Ms. H. Daboll Learning Commons. This lab is used primarily for research and French as a Second Language is open to students when not in use by a class. It is also available for student use before and after school and at lunchtime. The labs Mrs. M. Alfano provide internet access and are equipped with “Smart Filter” to help Guidance & Career Education prevent inappropriate access of information. The labs all provide Mr. T. Utting current Ministry of Education software. In addition to school-provided History computers, students are invited to bring their personal laptops which can access wireless connectivity. An up-to date anti-virus program is Mrs. K. McGregor a necessary pre-requisite. On registration, all students are equipped Library with password protected access. All students are expected to follow the Mr. G. Brown Computer Use Policies which have been developed by the Grand Erie Mathematics District School Board and are provided at the start of the new school year. Any failure to do so could result in loss of computer privileges. Mr. M. Cohoon Physical Education RESOURCE ROOM AND STUDENT SUCCESS Ms. J. Link The BCI Resource Room is a quiet work space that can be accessed Physical Education before and after school and at lunch times. A student success/resource teacher is available to help students complete assignments, prepare Mrs. B. Csordas for tests and catch up on missed work. The teacher can also assist Science students to learn how to use assistive technology, access audiobooks Ms. N. Dean and to improve essential learning skills including organization, time Special Services management, note-taking, writing tests and reading textbooks. To access this academic resource, parents and students seeking help are Mr. J. Glasser welcomed to speak to resource, guidance or classroom teachers. Technological Studies

GRAND ERIE DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD 3 SPORTS CLUBS & ACTIVITIES PAST/CURRENT TRIPS Basketball - Girls & Boys Student Council Wales - Rugby Tour Volleyball - Girls & Boys Yearbook England/Ireland/Wales - Arts Department Rugby - Girls & Boys Chess Chicago - Laurier Soccer - Girls & Boys S.P.I.R.I.T Leadership New York - Arts Department Hockey - Girls & Boys Impact Costa Rica Expedition Tour Curling - Girls & Boys Activism St. Donat - French Golf - Girls & Boys White Pine Book Club Ohio - Rugby Tennis - Co-ed French Club Tennessee - Football Badminton - Co-ed Intramural Sports Washington - History Cross Country - Co-ed GSA Ottawa - History, Band Track & Field - Co-Ed Cheerleading Ottawa & Québec - French Immersion Wrestling - Co-ed Photography Europe - History Football - Boys Diversity Club Toronto Zoo- Geography Fastball - Girls Kensington Market - Geography The Arts China Town - Geography Senior, Junior and Jazz Band Niagara Falls - Geography Barbershop Choir The Elora Gorge - Geography Sears Drama Festival Washington D.C- Laurier Program Musical Theatre Production Hawaii - Rugby tour Senior Art Show Scientific Research Trips - Honduras Film Festival and Cuba Arts Council California - Rugby Tour Music Council MC Mustangs Coffee House STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES student is still unwilling to attend regularly, • Please schedule appointments (i.e. ACHIEVEMENT that student will normally fail to achieve dental, medical, personal business) Students are expected to commit credit for the course and may be deemed to outside school hours, or on the 165 days themselves to their academic and other have withdrawn themselves from school. of the school year when school is not in school responsibilities as outlined in the • Permit absence only when absolutely session. Ontario School Code of Conduct and the necessary. Good attendance is an • Question your child about assignments, Student Handbook. important key to academic success. due dates and tests to be written before • Call the school if your child is going to be permitting an absence. ATTENDANCE absent AND send a note explaining the • Discourage your child from working Regular attendance on the part of students absence on the day that he/she returns long hours at a part-time job. The is vital to success in school. It is expected to school. Education Act forbids students who are that students attend and are on time. BCI required by law to attend school to work does have a “Late Procedure” policy during school hours, punishable by fine which is explained in detail in the Student BEHAVIOUR Students are expected to demonstrate to the employer. Agenda. respect for their peers, teachers, other staff • Stay in contact with your child’s teachers. members, visitors to the school, and the Direct concerns and queries to his/her When the processes and content of learning neighbours of the school. subject teacher. The administration is are disrupted by irregular attendance, both also available to assist as required. Email the individual student and his/her classmates addresses for BCI staff can be found on suffer a loss of experiences that cannot be the school website. entirely regained. Students who habitually HOW CAN • Make vacation plans that will miss classes will suffer in the evaluation coincide with the school calendar. process because their participation and PARENTS HELP? • Make sure the school has your correct Students on vacation during school time achievement cannot be fully assessed. e-mail address and home and work miss a great deal of work. Therefore, if after counselling, consultation phone numbers so you can be reached with parents, and time to improve, a when needed. 4 BRANTFORD COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE & VOCATIONAL SCHOOL will run or be cancelled. It is important 1 – grade 9 for students to choose their courses 2 – grade 10 GUIDANCE wisely as it may not be possible to make AIMS: the desired changes at a later date. 3 – grade 11 • To assist students in developing plans • The school may require to use a stu- 4 – grade 12 to meet personal, educational and dent’s alternate course selection or for a • The fifth character identifies the course career needs. student to re-select a course as a result destination • To provide students, parents, and of: A – academic a. cancellation of a course teachers with the necessary informa- P – applied tion relating to the students’ personal, b. no room in a particular course O – open educational and career needs. c. conflict on a student’s individual timetable C – college preparation TO ACCOMPLISH THESE AIMS: • Timetable conflicts may occur in the U – university preparation • Students can request appointments with following situations: M – university/college preparation their academic counsellors at any time a. when a student fails a compulsory E – workplace preparation during the year. subject, the student will normally be required to repeat the subject L – locally developed compulsory course • Current information is available on (essentials) careers, universities and colleges. b. when two courses selected are of- fered in the same period. The sixth character is reserved for school • Information and help sessions are pro- specific information vided to assist students in completing • Students and parents should be aware e.g. TMJ3EC course selection sheets. that course selection from grade 9 through grade 12 will impact the TMJ - Manufacturing • The Public Health nurse is available in student’s eligibility for post-secondary 3 - Grade 11 the school on Thursday afternoons programs at colleges and universities. E - Workplace from 11:30-3:15. The school’s guidance counsellors have C - Co-op • If an urgent need must be met, referrals information about post-secondary may be made with parental consent programs and entrance requirements. to services provided by the Board or In addition, course selection at the sec- SEMESTER SYSTEM by outside agencies (eg. social worker, ondary level can influence a student’s The school year is divided into two sys- child and youth worker, addictions chances for apprenticeships or certain tems. Semester one extends from Sep- counsellor, educational testing, speech types of employment. tember to January and Semester Two, and language testing, psychometric from February to June. In each semester, testing, mental health, Family and there are four class periods so that a stu- Children’s Services, Community and COURSE CODING dent may study four courses in each half Social Services). Each course is identified by a six year. At the end of each semester there character code are final examinations for courses stud- • The first three characters identify the ied during that semester. COURSE SELECTION subject AND COURSE CHANGES • The fourth character identifies the grade COURSE SELECTION • On-line course selections will begin in February. Students can begin to plan the courses they would like to select in Career Cruising in December. Course offerings and course descriptions are available on the Career Cruising website. Information about the course selection process will be communi- cated in January. The course selection process determines the number of teaching sections that will be devoted to a particular course or if the course

GRAND ERIE DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD 5 CREDIT DEFINITION COLLEGE: WITHDRAWAL FROM A A credit is granted in recognition of the www.ontariocolleges.ca UNIVERSITY: COURSE - GRADES 11 & 12 successful completion of a course for If a student (including a student with a www.electronicinfo.ca which work, equivalent to a minimum completed Individual Education Plan) of 110 hours, has been scheduled. WORKPLACE: withdraws from a Grade 11 or 12 course Unnecessary or extended absence from www.careerlink.ca (A Grand Erie Service!) after five Instructional days following the classes may result in the loss of a credit www.st-leonards.com/YEC.html issue of the first provincial report card if the required work in the course can- in a semestered or a non-semestered not be completed. CHANGING COURSES school, the withdrawal is recorded on the student’s Ontario Transcript. STUDENT TIMETABLE WITHIN THE FIRST TWO WEEKS OF CLASSES REQUIREMENTS Students requesting a change of a COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS Grade 9 and 10 students will be sched- Students are responsible to complete 40 course on their timetable must follow uled in 4 courses per semester. Grade hours of community service as a require- the course change procedure. The 11 students with less than 16 credits will ment for graduation. Grade 8 graduated course change procedure is as follows: be scheduled in 4 courses per semester. students can start accumulating during a) A student must fill out the Course Grade 11 students who have achieved the summer prior to entering entering Change Form with the desired 16 credits within the first two years of grade 9. Grade 12 graduating students course change(s). Check the class high school may have one study period are required to have all hours submitted schedules provided regarding in their grade 11 year. Grade 12 stu- by June 30 of their graduating year. If class availability by period and by dents must be scheduled in a minimum hours handed in after that date, there is semester. It is a good idea for the of 3 credits per semester. Grade 12 stu- no guarantee that they will be included student to take the whole year into dents are allowed one study period if in the Fall Graduation preparations. consideration when making chang- they have successfully completed 23 es in September. Course changes in credits and two study periods if they It is the responsibility of the student to February will be difficult because have successfully completed 24 credits. find opportunities for achieving com- many classes are full. Fifth year students are required to be in munity service hours. Various oppor- a position to graduate and maintain 3 b) Each grade will have a day sched- tunities are communicated through the courses per semester. Any student wish- uled for timetable changes. Students announcements, Twitter, or on the bulle- ing to attend part-time in a semester, will receive a number at the start of tin board outside of the Guidance office must speak to their guidance counsellor. the day and numbers will be called throughout the year. throughout the day for timetable changes. DO YOU KNOW WHO YOUR ACADEMIC RECOGNITION c) Students must come on the assigned Commencement Graduates will only CHILD’S ACADEMIC GUID- day of his/her grade with the Course be eligible to attend commencement in ANCE COUNSELLOR IS? Change Form signed by a parent or the calendar year that they qualify for an Last names beginning with: guardian. Any student who arrives Ontario Secondary School Diploma. No A-F Mrs. Alfano without the form signed, will not deferment is allowed. Commencement G-L Mrs. Stromme (+SHSM students) be seen. He/she may have to wait is presented at the Sanderson Centre in M-Q and V Mr. Spivak until the end of the grade day cycle October. R-Z Ms Grierson-Young to see a counsellor. BCI ALUMNI AWARDS Students can fill out an appointment slip d) After the first 10-15 regular days of BCI is fortunate to have a very generous to make an appointment to see his/her school in September and February, Alumni Association awards monetary guidance counsellor by coming to the the only course changes that will be gifts to students who excel academically Guidance Office before school, during permitted will be subject changes at any level. Applications are available lunch or after school. needed to meet admission require- in the Guidance office at the end of HELPFUL WEBSITES FOR ments for future careers or recog- nized to be in the best educational May. Graduating students are respon- PATHWAY PLANNING interests of the student. This request sible for mailing the completed appli- APPRENTICESHIP: must be approved by the parents cation to the address provided on the www.apprenticesearch.com and the vice-principal. application. www.tcu.gov.on.ca www.earnwhileyoulearn.ca

6 BRANTFORD COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE & VOCATIONAL SCHOOL BCI GRADUATION AWARDS GRADE 12 STUDENTS component of the program philosophy. BCI is very fortunate to have a number of Must achieve an average of 80% in a Students interested in gaining entrance generous donors of who provide gradu- minimum of 6 credits taken that year to the program at the Grade 9 level will ation awards. Graduating students are (September – June) submit an application and take part in a encouraged to apply for these awards. selection process to determine whether Information and applications are avail- A student’s mark, in any course, shall their interests, skills and abilities would able in the Guidance office at the end of be multiplied by the credit value of the benefit from the Laurier Program. In May and are due in June. course. Marks from magnet courses, addition, academic achievement of 75% eLearning and ILC courses may be average each subsequent year will also ONTARIO SCHOLAR CRITERIA included. be expected of the student to remain in A student may be designated an Ontario the Program. We look forward to the Scholar if he or she satisfies both of the continued success of our returning Lau- following requirements: The student has SPECIAL rier Program students. It is important to been recommended by the school prin- note that students may transfer to the cipal for the OSSD in either the current regular programming at Brantford Colle- school year or the previous school year. PROGRAMS giate Institute & Vocational School at any The student obtains an aggregate of at THE BRANTFORD COLLEGIATE time. It is the expectation of the program least 480 marks in any combination of that students will continue in courses 6 ministry approved grade 12 courses. INSTITUTE - WILFRID LAU- at the academic level. If you have any A student’s mark, in any course, shall RIER UNIVERSITY (LAURIER questions, please call B.C.I. and ask to be multiplied by the credit value of the BRANTFORD) PROGRAM speak to Ms. Johnson-McGregor, Pro- course. Marks from magnet courses, gram Director for the Laurier Program. The Laurier Program provides students summer school, night school, elearning with the opportunity to work with other and ILC courses may be included. highly motivated, academically-minded SPECIALIST HIGH SKILLS students. The program provides stu- HONOUR ROLL CRITERIA MAJOR: ARTS PROGRAM dents with the opportunity to prepare A B.C.I. student may be designated for FOR THE STAGE AND SCREEN for the intensity of university studies in inclusion on the Honour Roll, at the This Specialist High Skills Major Arts Pro- any discipline. Students will develop end of the school year, if the following gram builds on a student’s interests and confidence in leadership, presentation, requirements are met: strengths related to performance, digital and teamwork skills through the unique media, film and technical production­ GRADE 9 STUDENTS collaborative focus of the program. Stu- to prepare them for post-secondary and dents have the chance to take a first-year Must achieve an average of 80% in a career opportunities in this field. Senior university course while still attending minimum of 8 credits taken that year students entering Grade 11 can choose high school. Upon graduation, Laurier (September – June) to focus their learning by tak­ing courses program participants earn a certficate, that develop a pathway in the perform- GRADE 10 STUDENTS endorsed by Wilfrid Laurier University, ing arts through a production­ and/or Must achieve an average of 80% in a recognizing the student’s involvement in performance strands. Students in this minimum of 8 credits taken that year the program. program will be given exciting reach (September – June) ahead experiences in the areas of their In order to develop leadership, presen- post-secondary destination of choice to tation and teamwork skills, students in GRADE 11 STUDENTS aid them in gaining confidence,­ refin- the Laurier program have the oppor- Must achieve an average of 80% in a ing skills and work habits,­ and make tunity to work together in a variety of minimum of 7 credits taken that year informed choices about future careers, courses throughout high school. Desig- (September – June) apprenticeships and next steps. These nated “Laurier” courses feature integra- experiences are achieved through work- tion among the subject areas as a key

GRAND ERIE DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD 7 shops with guest artists, post-secondary experience and develop a career plan. institutional support and community MANUFACTURING The Specialist High Skills Major Manu- Over the course of the program, stu- partnerships. facturing Program provides students dents may receive instruction and sup- with a strong foundation for a wide port from teachers, guidance counsel- HEALTH AND WELLNESS: variety of careers in the manufacturing lors, educational assistants, employers sector, from those focusing on the ser- and career counsellors. The program is FITNESS PROGRAM appropriate for students that experience The Specialist High Skills Major Health vice, repair and modification of vehicles some difficulty in an academic timeta- and Fitness Program allows for students and automated systems to those related ble and who may be at risk of not com- to build on their interests and strengths to the organization and management of pleting their secondary school diploma. related to Heath Promotion and Edu- manufacturing services and mass-transit Grade 10: Includes package of Discov- cation - with a focus on activity and fit- systems. This opportunity will help pre- ering the World of Work, Career Studies, ness. This opportunity will help prepare pare students for an education, career or and Civics with increased experiential students for an education, career or job job in the manufacturing sector. Senior learning activities such as job shadow- in many Health Related Fields. Students students entering Grade 11 can choose ing, job twinning, industry tours, essen- entering Grade 11 can choose to focus to focus their learning by taking a bun- tial skill development, additional certi- their learning by taking courses that de- dle of 9 required courses that develop a fications, health and safety at the work velop a pathway in Health and Fitness pathway in Manufacturing through spe- place, special field trips, personal life through specific courses in Physical Edu- cific manufacturing technology courses. management programs, short-term work cation, Science, Nutrition and Co-op- Students in the program will be given placements, and pathway planning. erative Education. Compulsory courses specific training and experiences in var- that focus on body knowledge such as ious realms of sector recognized certifi- Anatomy, Biomechanics for Movement, cations, and “reach ahead” experiences. Nutrition, Principals of Fitness Training, This training will be achieved through Injury Prevention, Mental and Physi- workshops, post-secondary institutional cal Wellness, help provide a foundation support, and community. Students for this specialist program. Students in graduating with the SHSM Manufactur- the program will be given specific train- ing Program will have the opportunity ing and experiences in various realms of to identify and develop Essential Skills fitness and exercise, nutrition seminars, and work habits that are required in the first aid and athletic injuries treatment sector, using tools connected with the and prevention to name a few. This train- Ontario Skills Passport. These invaluable ing will be achieved through workshops, skills and knowledge will be an asset to post-secondary institutional support, and a manufacturing related career path. See community partnerships including lo- Ms. Stromme to view course selection cal fitness and health facilities. Students requirements and options. graduating with the SHSM Health and Fitness Program will gain invaluable skills STUDENT TRANSITION EXPE- and knowledge that will be an asset to any RIENCE PROGRAM (STEP) Health/Wellness/Fitness Related career The STEP program (Step out of the path. See SHSM Guidance counsellor, Ms. Classroom, Transition to the World of Grierson-Young, to view course selection Work, Evaluate your Skills, and Plan for requirements and options. the Future) provides students with the opportunity to earn credits, gain work

8 BRANTFORD COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE & VOCATIONAL SCHOOL – in Making Decisions and Setting goals CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION and ultimately, “What is my Plan” – in BCI offers 2, 3 or 4 credits in a co-op Achieving Goals and Making Transition placement. Most students are enrolled plans. This is built upon for every grade in a 2 credit placement, either morn- and phase of career development for ing or afternoon. Some senior students children and adults. Once this founda- who have all their compulsory credits, tion is in place, we embraced a second will take a 4 credit (all day co-op). We component called Career Cruising Plan- do everything we can to match and ner (ccPathfinder). accommodate the placement to the stu- dent’s talents and interests. Career Cruising Planner (ccPathfinder), is a course planner tool that integrates APPLYING TO CO-OP with ccSpringboard and our Students A) Students should indicate Co-op as an Information System (SIS), to provide the interest when filling out the on-line ability for our student to plan, select and course selection in Career Cruising modify a four-year high school plan that B) Co-op applications are available in the both aligns with their life goals and meets computer lab during course selections, graduation requirements for their school. in Guidance and outside the co-op In addition to the obvious students ben- office. Co-op applications are due by efits, a labour-intensive and cumbersome the end of February. course selection process is automated, freeing up time for our Guidance Staff to work directly with our students. A win CAREER win for all! Together GEDSB and Career Cruising work together to create an Individual CRUISING Pathway Plan (IPP) for for all students. At GEDSB, we have a vision that all stu- This plan becomes a valuable archive dents leaving our secondary schools have of student learning and a catalogue of a clear plan for their initial postsecond- resources they will need as they continue ary destination, and have confidence that to plan for the future. they can revise their plans as they and the world around them change. We support www.careercruising.com students with the tools needed so that they become architects of their future.

As a result, we have been working with Career Cruising to assist students in this planning. Career Cruising (ccEngage) is a powerful and complete, web-based solution that give students and schools an easy and effective way to develop skills and knowledge needed for success. It can be used as a single, comprehensive solution or combined with the compo- nents in any combination to meet stu- dents immediate needs.

It starts with Career Cruising Portfolio (ccSpringboard), where students answer questions like “Who am I?” - in Getting to Know Yourself, “What are my oppor- tunities” - in the Exploring Opportunities section to “Who do I want to Become?”

GRAND ERIE DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD 9 Grand Erie… SUCCESS for Every Student Specialist High Skills Major What is a Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM)? The Arts and Culture An SHSM allows students Program to customize their high school experience to fit career interests. Offered in Stage/Screen Focus grade 11 and 12, an SHSM Brantford Collegiate Institute and Vocational School allows students to receive a specialized high school The Stage and Screen Program offers students a wide variety of courses, diploma that is recognized in workshops, post-secondary connections and audition opportunities in various economic sectors in all performance arts to prepare them for careers in theatre/film/singer/songwriter, theatre or technical production for theatre/film and media arts. Students can four pathways. select from courses including dance, vocal music, graphic design, film and video, photography, technical theatre, theatre production, fashion design, What does an digital media arts and dramatic courses in acting and musical theatre. SHSM look like? “This year I really opened up to the fact that I can still become a dancer even though I did not start when I was younger. I took dance class privately, An SHSM is a bundle of 8 to10 choreographed for the grade 10 class and worked hard in senior dance class grade 11 and grade 12 credits to better my skills.” Bailey Dalton that include two Experiential Learning (Co-op) credits. Benefits of the Arts and Culture Program: • Performance Workshops on Character Development, Classical/ What do you get by Contemporary Monologues, Voice Work, Vocal Characterization with taking an SHSM? Industry Professionals from Stratford, Mirvish and Theatre Aquarius • Performance Audition Panels to prepare students for post-secondary • Sector-recognized auditions for colleges, universities and companies certifications and training • Production Workshops in Lighting/Sound Design, Photography and • Real workplace experience Graphic Arts, Ladder Certification, Directing/Filmmaking • Learning experiences • Extensive Opportunities to visit Ontario post-secondary institutions that are connected with post- focused in the arts secondary opportunities • Partnerships with various community organizations • Skills and work habits required for employment success

Student Success A Grand Erie Program The Health and Wellness Program Fitness Focus Brantford Collegiate Institute and Vocational School The Health and Fitness SHSM at BCI focuses on those students interested in a job or career that emphasizes health promotion, fitness training, injury and illness prevention as well as overall health of body, mind and spirit. “Being a part of SHSM is a really great experience. It’s great to be part of a community where everyone shares the same in- terest and has similar job goals. The SHSM program is a great program to reflect on your passion for Health and Wellness.” BCI student Benefits of the Health and Wellness Program: • Students are required to take both the Grade 11 and 12 Fitness Focus course, which teaches lifelong fitness training and vitality, with a focus on client fitness program design and mentorship • Students can become certified in their Coaching Level A and B course for Sport Coaching at various levels • Training in Athletic Injuries and Injury Prevention, through Standard First Aid/CPR certification and Athletic Injuries/Sport Taping Course • Reach ahead experiences include Kinesiology Lab at the University of McMaster, as well as a Fit for Future Conference at Mohawk • Students complete two Co-op credits for placements in their desired area of interest with regards to the many Health and Fitness Promotion fields

The Manufacturing Program, Welding/ Fabrication Focus Brantford Collegiate Institute and Vocational School The Manufacturing SHSM is a bundle of credits of Manufacturing Technology and Technological Design Grade 11 and 12 courses. It covers Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical and Civil Drafting using AutoCAD, Precision Machining, Sheet Metal Fabrication and various types of Welding and Cutting for metal. The program also uses a CNC Plasma Cutter for numerous projects.

“In the Manufacturing SHSM, I had the chance to go into a job placement as a co-op student learning lots of new tasks, preparing me for the future as a welder. I also sat in on a CWA Education/Industry dinner forum where guest speakers talked about the welding industry and types of jobs available, which was very beneficial.” - Josh Griffin

Benefits of the Manufacturing Program: • High concentration of sector related skills and knowledge • Free certifications in CPR, First Aid, WHMIS, Basic Health & Safety and more • Free bus trips to trade shows, colleges and related industries • An Ontario Skills Passport to develop Work Habits and Essential Skills for the workplace • Co-op placement in the related sector for further development of knowledge and skills

Learn more information about Specialist High Skills Majors, visit www.granderie.ca Grand Erie… SUCCESS for Every Student Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program

Join the thousands of high school students throughout Ontario who have chosen to take control of their future.

Are you interested in Earn high school credits while exploring the world of a skilled trade an Apprenticeship? profession through the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP). Apprenticeship is an Discover the educational opportunities that can give you an advantage. education and training program for people who How does OYAP work? enjoy learning by doing and who want to work in a skilled As an OYAP student, you will earn Co-op credits for work experience profession. in an apprenticeship occupation while completing the requirements for your Ontario Secondary School Diploma. You may be formally registered as an apprentice while attending secondary school. Once education and training is complete, you can receive a Certificate of Qualification, What are the benefits of OYAP? which identifies you as a • Gain a head start towards a chosen career skilled professional. This can • Ease the transition from school to work lead to a career in a trade • Increase opportunities for post-secondary training and employment sector such as construction, • Earn work experience hours in addition to secondary school credits industrial, motive power and • Develop general and specialized job skills service. • Understand employer expectations • Significant reduction in post-secondary tuition costs • Increase of employable opportunities How to enroll? Students, 16 years of age or older, who are enrolled full- “OYAP was the right program for me. After I completed my two construction technology credits, I applied to the four credit accelerated carpentry OYAP time in secondary school with for semester two. My construction classes taught me so much about building. 16 completed credits can We were able to help build a house for Habitat for Humanity. It was awesome; speak with a Guidance we were doing the things that we had been taught about, a real hands-on Counselor. Be sure to also experience,” said a Grand Erie OYAP student. ask about Specialist High Skills Major, Co-op and Dual Credit, three additional programs that feature OYAP.

Student Success A Grand Erie Program granderie.ca oyap.com BRANTFORD COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE & VOCATIONAL SCHOOL Notes: Choosing course types: In order to ensure student success, Grand Erie encourages all students to give careful consideration to the course type chosen in each subject area.

GRADE 9 – 10 PROGRAMS: Every course in secondary school has a unique COURSE CODE. Five types of courses are offered: All courses have the first five characters as mandated by the Ministry of Education. Academic courses emphasize theory and abstract thinking skills. These courses provide students the foundation for the University course type in grade 11. ENG 1P Special Education courses allow These three letters students to focus on functional life identify the subject. skills and/or job readiness skills within schools that have a self- contained special education setting This letter identifies and are non-credit bearing. the stream/destination. Subject Codes: Grade Locally Developed compulsory The first letter in the course This number courses are designed to remediate code denotes the subject area: identifies the grade: students who are working below A = Arts 1 = Grade 9 grade level and prepare students B = Business for the Workplace course type in 2 = Grade 10 C = Canadian & World Studies grade 11. 3 = Grade 11 Grade 9 - 10 E = English/ESL 4 = Grade 12 D = Academic Open courses are available to F = French K = Non-Credit all students regardless of their G = Guidance L = Locally Developed destination after secondary school. H = Humanities & Social Level Compulsory Credit These courses often present a Sciences O = Open balance of theory and practical This letter I = Interdisciplinary or P = Applied work and offer an opportunity for Information Technology identifies the grade: students to explore particular areas K = Alternative (Non-Credit) A = Level 1 Grade 11 - 12 of interest or skill. L = International Languages B = Level 2 C = College Applied courses focus on practical M = Mathematics C = Level 3 E = Workplace applications and concrete N = Native Studies D = Level 4 M = University/College examples. These courses prepare P = Physical Education E = Level 5 N = Non-Credit students for the College course S = Sciences O = Open type in grade 11. T = Technological Studies U = University

GRADE 11 - 12 Five types of program pathways are offered: College courses are designed to prepare students for college programs and apprenticeships. Workplace courses are designed to prepare students for entry to the workplace and/or apprenticeship. University/College courses are designed to prepare students for either community college or university programs. Open courses are available to all students regardless of pathway. University courses are designed to prepare students for transition to a variety of university programs or apprenticeship. 12 OPTIONAL CREDITS Optional credits may be earned in all subjects, including those named in the compulsory credit list, provided that such optional credits are additional to the compulsory credits. The optional credits allow for concentration in a curriculum area of special interest. What do you need to graduate? GRADE 10 - ONTARIO SECONDARY SCHOOL COMPULSORY CREDITS (TOTAL OF 18) LITERACY TEST (OSSLT) 4 credits in English (1 credit per grade) All students must successfully complete this test which will be administered by the EQAO (Education Quality and Accountability • The Ontario Secondary School Literacy Course (OSSLC) may be used to meet either the Grade 11 or the Grade 12 English Office). Students will first write this test in the spring of their grade compulsory credit requirement. ten year. Unsuccessful candidates will be given the opportunity for • The Grade 11 Contemporary Aboriginal Voices course may remediation at the school and will be able to rewrite the test. Students be used to meet the Grade 11 English compulsory credit identified through an IPRC (Identification, Placement, and Review requirement. Committee) will be allowed accommodations for writing of the test. • For English language learners, the requirement may be met Students not working towards an OSSD (Ontario Secondary School through earning a maximum of 3 credits in English as a sec- Diploma) may be exempted from writing the test. ond language (ESL) or English literacy development (ELD); the fourth credit must be a Grade 12 compulsory English course. ONTARIO SECONDARY SCHOOL LITERACY 3 credits in math (at least 1 credit in Grade 11 or 12) COURSE (OSSLC) 2 credits in science Students who have written the OSSLT (Ontario Secondary School Literacy 1 credit in the arts Test) once and were unsuccessful are eligible to take the OSSLC (Ontario • The Grade 9 Expressing Aboriginal Cultures course may be Secondary School Literacy Course). Successful completion of the OSSLC used to meet the compulsory credit requirement in the arts. satisfies the secondary school literacy graduation requirement. 1 credit in Canadian geography (Grade 9) 40 HOURS OF COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT 1 credit in Canadian history (Grade 10) Forty hours of Community Involvement is a requirement for graduation. 1 credit in French as a second language Community Involvement is a set of self-directed activities in the community • Students who have taken Native languages in place of French that do not involve remuneration and do not replace a paid worker. A as a second language in elementary school may use a Level pamphlet entitled “Information on Community Involvement for Students 1 or 2 Native language course to meet the compulsory credit and Parents” is available from the guidance office. The pamphlet will requirement for French as a second language. provide all the details concerning the Community Involvement requirement. 1 credit in health and physical education 0.5 credit in career studies ONTARIO SECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE The Ontario Secondary School Certificate will be granted on request to 0.5 credit in civics students who leave school before earning the Ontario Secondary School 3 additional credits, consisting of 1 credit from each of Diploma, provided that they have earned a minimum of 14 credits as the following groups: follows: Group 1: English (including the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Course), French as a second language, classical 7 Compulsory Credits (2 English, 1 Canadian Geography or Canadian languages, international languages, Native languages, Canadian History, 1 Mathematics, 1 Health and Physical Education, 1 Science, 1 and world studies, Native studies, social sciences and humanities, Arts or Technological Education or Computer Studies) guidance and career education, cooperative education Group 2: French as a second language, the arts, business studies, 7 Optional Credits Selected by the student from available courses health and physical education, cooperative education Group 3: French as a second language, science (Grade 11 or 12), computer studies, technological education, cooperative CERTIFICATE OF ACCOMPLISHMENT education Students who are not working towards an OSSD or an OSSC may be Note: The following conditions apply to selections from the awarded a Certificate of Accomplishment upon leaving secondary above three groups: school. The Certificate of Accomplishment is a useful means of • A maximum of 2 credits in French as a second language may recognizing achievement for students who plan to transition directly to count as additional compulsory credits, 1 credit from Group 1, employment after leaving school. The Certificate of Accomplishment and 1 credit from either Group 2 or Group 3. is to be accompanied by the student’s Ontario Student Transcript. For • A maximum of 2 credits in cooperative education may count students who have an Individual Education Plan (IEP), a copy of the IEP as additional compulsory credits, selected from any of Groups 1, 2, or 3. may be included. Programs

NIGHT SCHOOL/SUMMER SCHOOL Advanced Placement Exams train Participation in an SHSM program Night school classes are offered in students in taking high level tests, get a can help students prepare for Brantford, Haldimand and Norfolk. head start on university-level work and apprenticeships, college, university or They are offered Tuesday and Thursday develop the study habits necessary for transition to work. evenings. A wide variety of compulsory tackling rigorous course work essential courses are offered. For additional for success at the tertiary level of DUAL CREDITS information call Grand Erie Learning education. Students wishing to write Grand Erie District School Board has Alternatives (GELA) 519 753-6079. the exam should contact their guidance partnered with Conestoga College, department for more information. Fanshawe College and Mohawk College Grand Erie District School Board will to allow students to earn college credits be offering summer school for grades Due to the rigorous nature of the AP before they graduate secondary school. 9 - 12 credits during the month of July. exam, some schools will be offering a These credits are delivered in three Locations will be sent to each school in Pre-AP program for students prior to different ways within the Board. the spring. For additional information grade 12. A Pre-AP program allows call 519-753-6079. students the time to expand and enhance • School Within A College (SWAC) - Is their understanding of the subject offered by Conestoga in Brantford (Fit GRAND ERIE LEARNING material being tested during the exam and Wellness / Media), Fanshawe in ALTERNATIVES (GELA) while still meeting the requirements of Simcoe (Human Services / Intro to Trades) and Mohawk in Ohsweken GELA provides an alternate opportunity the Ontario Curriculum. These programs (Intro to Trades). If you are between for secondary school students who, for may begin as early as grade 9 via the ages of 17 and 20 years old and various reasons, are not experiencing enhanced classes and/or club formats. need 5 – 10 credits to graduate, speak success in a regular school setting or who For more information, please talk to the to your guidance counsellor about this want to re-enter school after leaving. guidance department at the secondary school you are attending. program. Scheduled day programs, booklet and • Team Taught - Is taught in combination SPECIALIST HIGH SKILLS MAJOR e-Learning are available. with a college instructor and (SHSM) secondary school teacher during a Grand Erie District School Board, in STUDENT TRANSITION EXPERIENCE student’s regularly scheduled class. conjunction with the Ontario Ministry PROGRAM (STEP) of Education, offers SHSM programs to • After School - Is taught by a college The STEP program is designed to secondary school students. instructor (and supported by a engage students by ensuring that their secondary school teacher) after individualized strengths, needs and Students enrolled in a Specialist High school in one of the local secondary interests are addressed in an alternative Skills Major program are required schools. Students from other schools setting within the school. to complete a bundle of classroom are welcome to enrol. Speak with courses, workplace experiences and your guidance counsellor for further The program provides students with sector certifications to receive a special information. the opportunity to earn credits, engage designation on their Ontario Secondary in experiential learning activities, School Diploma. explore career opportunities, and develop pathway plans and personal life Grand Erie District School Board has management skills. programs in the following sectors:

For more information, contact your • Arts & Culture – Performance and school’s Guidance Counsellor. Production, Journalism and Media • Construction ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) AND • Environment PRE-AP The Advanced Placement Program • Health & Wellness – Fitness, Healthy allows students to pursue university level Living, Health Care, Hairstyling studies while still attending secondary • Horticulture & Landscaping school. In May of each year, students • Hospitality & Tourism may wish to write the standardized AP challenge exam in the course offered • Information & Communications by their school. Students have an Technology opportunity to receive advanced credit • Manufacturing at many universities across Canada, the • Sports United States, and around the World. • Transportation e-LEARNING COURSES secondary level (apprenticeships, SPECIAL EDUCATION Virtual Courses are often called college, or university), and is often used Grand Erie believes in providing an e-Learning courses. e-Learning courses in workplace training. inclusive culture for students on a use a virtual classroom and are accessed continuum from “most enabling” to by a computer, tablet or smart phone. In order to register for an e-Learning “least restrictive”. Each one of our Your teacher may be a teacher from a course you need to see your guidance secondary schools has a Special Education school in the Grand Erie District School counsellor. You will need to have a department with Learning Resource Board, or he/she may be in another city “Change of Program” form completed teachers ensuring Individual Education somewhere across Ontario. and signed by your parents and the Plans are in place and implemented. Our school Principal. schools have Self-Contained programs to e-Learning courses are typically taken support the learning needs of individuals by senior students. e-Learning courses More information, including what that require intensive support. In addition, provide opportunities for students to be e-Learning is all about, the characteristics we have a system Student Support Services able to access courses that they might of successful e-Learning students, and that offer services such as, Psychological not otherwise be able to take in a face the technological requirements for taking Consultation, Behaviour Counselling, Child to face class. As well, e-Learning is an e-Learning course can be found under and Youth Work and Social Work. a now commonly found at the post- the Secondary tab at granderie.ca

CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION (CO-OP) ONTARIO YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP • complete all compulsory credits Co-op is a planned learning experience PROGRAM (OYAP) required for an Ontario Secondary that integrates classroom theory and Students gain knowledge and experience School Diploma learning experiences at a workplace in an apprenticeable trade while which enable students to apply and working at an eligible work placement. ACCELERATED OYAP refine the knowledge and skills acquired Students acquire hours toward the Accelerated OYAP is a specialized in a related curriculum course or a completion of their apprenticeship while program being offered in partnership locally developed course. earning credits. An apprenticeship is an with local post-secondary institutions, agreement between the student (who the MTCU and other local school Co-op courses include a classroom wants to learn a skilled trade), the school, boards. This program is offered to senior component comprised of preplacement the employer (who teaches the skills) students from every secondary school and integration activities and a and the Students’ Cooperative Education in GEDSB. In Dual Credit programs, placement component. Students Learning Plan. students can earn up to 4 credits toward earn co-op credits by integrating their OSSD. The in-school component is classroom theory with planned learning Students will get a head start on facilitated by a post-secondary instructor. experiences in the community. Students becoming a fully qualified journey are assessed and evaluated on their person with a skill set that is in demand. GRAND ERIE IS COMMITTED demonstration of tasks linked to Apprenticeships are an excellent way TO STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT. curriculum expectations of the related of learning valuable work skills and are Besides our regular secondary course(s) as outlined in Students’ a viable alternative to traditional post school programs we offer: Cooperative Education Learning Plan. secondary programs. Special Education • e-Learning Students interested in Co-op Education For more information speak to your Alternative Education • Cooperative must apply for the program and school’s Co-op or OYAP teacher. Education • Ontario Youth complete an interview. Successful Visit www.apprenticesearch.com Apprenticeship Program • Specialist candidates will be notified and the High Skills Major Programs recruitment process of an appropriate TO BEGIN AN APPRENTICESHIP • Credit Recovery placement will follow. DURING SECONDARY SCHOOL A STUDENT MUST: There is no formal restriction on the total • successfully complete 16 credits and number of co-op credits that students be enrolled full-time in school may earn in secondary school. • be 16 years of age or older • successfully complete the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Requirement Additional Information

COMPULSORY ENGLISH REPORT CARD: SUBSTITUTIONS: LANGUAGE LEARNERS: The report card focuses on two In order to allow flexibility in designing A maximum of 3 credits in English distinct but related aspects of student a student’s program and to ensure that as a second language (ESL) or English achievement: all students can qualify for the secondary Literacy Development (ELD) may be • achievement of curriculum school diploma, substitutions may be counted towards the 4 compulsory expectations made for a limited number of compulsory credits in English. A Grade 12 English • development of learning skills. credit courses. To meet individual course must be completed to earn the student needs, principals may substitute fourth credit. To more clearly reflect these two aspects up to three compulsory credits with of student achievement, the report card courses from other subject areas that ASSESSMENT contains separate sections for reporting on achievement of the curriculum meet compulsory credit requirements, AND EVALUATION: including all Guidance and Career expectations, and for the reporting on The primary purpose of assessment Education courses. Substitutions will be demonstrated skills required for effective and evaluation is to improve student made to promote and enhance student learning. learning. Information gathered through learning or to meet special needs and assessment helps teachers to determine interests. students’ strengths and weaknesses EXAMINATIONS in their achievement of curriculum /CULMINATING CREDITS: expectations. This information also ASSIGNMENTS: A credit is granted in recognition of the serves to guide the teachers in adapting Summative evaluations take place at successful completion of a course for instructional approaches to students’ the end of a unit or period of time. which a minimum of 110 hours has been needs and in assessing the overall The purpose is to assess the student’s scheduled. Scheduled time does not effectiveness of program and classroom achievement in relation to the course include additional time spent on a course, practices. curriculum expectations. Formally for example time spent on homework. scheduled examinations and/or Assessment is the process of gathering culminating tasks shall be held in all PLAR: information from a variety of sources, courses. The precise weighting of final Prior Learning Assessment and including assignments, quizzes, examinations/culminating activities Recognition (PLAR) is the formal demonstrations, and performances, that will be communicated to students evaluation and credit-granting process accurately reflects how well a student is the first week of the course. The only whereby students may obtain credits for achieving the curriculum expectations acceptable reasons for failure to write prior learning. Prior learning includes in a course. As part of the assessment, a formally scheduled examination and/ the knowledge and skills that students teachers provide students with or culminating assignment are illness, have acquired, in both formal and descriptive feedback that guides their bereavement or subpoena. Supporting informal ways, outside secondary school. efforts towards improvement. documentation must be presented. Students may have their knowledge and skills evaluated against the expectations Evaluation refers to the process of outlined in provincial curriculum policy judging the quality of student work documents in order to earn credits toward on the basis of established criteria, and the secondary school diploma. The assigning a value to represent the level PLAR process involves two components: of achievement. In Ontario secondary “equivalency” and “challenge”. For more schools, the value assigned will be in the information on PLAR procedures, see form of a percentage grade. your secondary school principal. Assessment and evaluation will be based on the provincial curriculum expectations and the achievement charts. For more information on specific course curriculum expectations go to www. edu.gov.on.ca

SEE YOUR GUIDANCE As of September 2010, assessment, COUNSELLOR FOR MORE evaluation, and reporting in Ontario schools is based on the policies and INFORMATION. practices described in Growing Success. (also available on the above website) ONTARIO STUDENT ADDITIONAL SUPPORTS CREDIT RECOVERY: RECORD AND TRANSCRIPT: THROUGH REFERRAL Our provincially-recognized Credit The Ontario Student Record (OSR) is the PROCESS: Recovery program is an in-school official, on-going educational record for While the focus of Guidance and Career program for students who have not each student and is stored in the school Education is to assist students with successfully completed some of their most recently attended by the student. the development of the entire student, courses. In a credit recovery classroom, Teaching staff, each student, and the some families and students may require students work on recovering previously parent(s) or guardian(s) of a student are additional social support from Board failed courses and have the opportunity entitled to have access to the student’s employees. Students under the age of to get their credit accumulation back on OSR. Supervised access can be arranged 18 must have their parent/guardian sign track. Credit Recovery offers students a by appointment during normal business the referral form for the student/support supportive environment that focusses on hours. Transcripts of marks are issued intervention. the key expectations of a course and also on written or personal request. Once assists students with pathway planning a student reaches the age of 18, by SPECIAL EDUCATION and developing improved learning skills law, they control access to the OSR by that will help them in earning their (SEAC): anyone not mentioned above. Parents ADVISORY COMMITTEE Ontario Secondary School Diploma. SEAC is an advisory committee of adult students will only have access mandated through the Education to a student’s academic records upon Act as a standing committee of each written authorization from the student. school Board. The committee reports All senior level courses remaining on to the school Board and makes a student’s timetable five days after the recommendations to the board on first provincial report will be recorded on special education programs and services. the transcript. The committee is comprised of Trustees, Board personnel, community members, Transcripts requested after a student has and associations representing a wide graduated and is no longer attending variety of interests related to students secondary school are subject to a charge with exceptional needs. of $5.00 per copy.

WITHDRAWAL FROM A The Indigenous Education COURSE - GRADES 11 & 12: Advisory Committee (IEAC): If a student (including a student with IEAC is an advisory committee mandated a completed Individual Education Plan) by the Ministry of Education in withdraws from a Grade 11 or 12 course September of 2017. The mandate of the within five instructional days following committee is to enhance and improve the issue of the first provincial report Indigenous Education for all students. card in a semestered or non-semestered The committee reports to the board on school, the withdrawal is not recorded the Board Action Plan and programming on the Ontario Student Transcript (OST). for both Elementary and Secondary If a student withdraws from a course panels. The committee is comprised of after five instructional days following the board personnel, community members issue of the first provincial report card in and organizations with an interest in a semestered or non-semestered Indigenous Education, including parents. school, the withdrawal is recorded on the OST by entering a ‘W’ in the ‘Credit’ column. The student’s percentage grade at the time of the withdrawal is recorded in the ‘Percentage Grade’ column.

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