Central Memorial High School
Agenda • Programs & Courses • Athletic Opportunities • Student Support • Success for Grade 10 • High School Timetable • Questions
Specialized Programs • Performing & Visual Arts (PVA) • National Sports Academy (NSA) • Global Academy (Royals)
English Language Arts Program
Social Studies Program
Math Program
Science Program
Advanced Placement • Calculus • Biology • Chemistry • Physics • Psychology • European History • English Literature & Composition • Studio Art: Drawing & 3D Design • Computer Science
Advanced Placement (AP) • Opportunity to study a subject in greater depth preparing students for success at post-secondary institutions • Prepares as student for university level work in a supportive high school environment. • Develop superior analytical and critical thinking skills • Gain credit for university courses • Increase level of academic confidence • Enhance preparation for diploma exams • the AP Examination(s) in May
APEGA STEMester Program • Grade 10 Students interested in STEM areas (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) • Semester long program that connects students with professional engineers and geoscientists working in their industries • Opportunities for hands on learning, real-world problem solving and industry inspired workshops • Finish the semester by designing a project that helps the greater community. • Will receive Math 10, Science 10 and CTS Credits
Teacher Recommendations are Critical • Plan a program that provides the greatest possible success. • The decisions about the first year can affect the choices available in the subsequent years of high school.
FINE ARTS & PVA • Dance • Fashion Studies • Instrumental Music • Strings • Theatre Arts • Visual Arts • Vocal Music • Media Arts and Design
International Languages • French • Spanish • American Sign Language
Sports & Fitness • Outdoor Pursuits • Sports Medicine • Sports Performance • Yoga
Media Communications/ Communication Arts • Architecture & Industrial Design • Creative Writing & Publishing • Digital Photography • Film & Media Art • Media Communication Arts (CTC)
Career & Technology Studies • Autobody (CTC) • Automotive (Mechanics) • Business Fundamentals (CTC) • Computer Science (CTC) • Construction Technology • Cosmetology (CTC) • Culinary Arts (CTC) • Energy & Environmental Innovation (CTC)
Career & Technology Studies • Fabrication (Welding) (CTC) • Fashion Studies • Foods (Personal) • IT Essentials (CTC – Evenings) • Legal Studies • Pre-Engineering (CTC) • Women In Trades • Work Experience • Registered Apprenticeship Program
Student Support Classes • Learning Strategies • Math 15: Competencies in Mathematics • English Language Learning
Athletic Opportunities • Volleyball • Soccer • Field Hockey • Cross Country • Wrestling • Basketball • Swimming • Rugby • Football • Badminton • Track and Field
Comprehensive Student Support • Guidance Department • Resource Team • Career Centre • Dual Credit/Offsite Learning Opportunities • Learning Commons • All In For Youth – United Way Initiative • Student Resource Officer – Constable Szabo
Success for Grade 10 Core goals: • To establish meaningful connections • To create a supportive learning environment • To develop study skills, strategies, and confidence
High School Timetable Example Semester One Semester Two Period 1 English 10 Social 10 Period 2 Phys Ed 10 Option #1 Period 3 Science 10 Math 10 Period 4 Option #2 Option #3
Next Steps In Boundary Students: • Work with Junior High counsellors in January – February • Select courses with a Central Memorial counsellor in February at your Junior High • A student must register with their designated high school (based on the family’s address), even if they are applying for a transfer. Out of Boundary Students: • Get a signed transfer form from designated High School and submit to Central with a current report card – PVA, NSA, other specific transfer
Questions The most important goal of high school is to graduate with purpose and an action plan for the future.
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