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St. Francis Xavier High School | 9250 163 Street, Edmonton AB T5R 0A7 | Phone: 780 489-2571 | Fax: 780 486-2564 | www.stfx.com

ST. FRANCIS XAVIERCATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

REGISTRATIONHANDBOOK2018 | 2019

ABOUT FX............................................................................ 2CHAPLAIN ........................................................................... 3MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT .............................. 4XAVIER EXECUTIVE ......................................................... 5ST. FX LEARNING CENTRE ............................................. 6FLEX BLOCK ....................................................................... 7FNMI & BRAIDED JOURNEYS ........................................ 8LEARNING SUPPORT SERVICES ................................. 9CARITAS CHRISTI ........................................................... 10RELIGION .............................................................................11ENGLISH ..............................................................................12SOCIAL STUDIES ............................................................ 14MATHEMATICS ................................................................. 16SCIENCE ............................................................................. 18ADVANCED PLACEMENT ............................................ 20ADMISSION PROCEDURES ......................................... 22FINE ARTS ........................................................................ 24ART ......................................................................................25DRAMA .............................................................................. 26MUSIC .................................................................................27INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGES .................................. 28CALM .................................................................................. 29ATHLETICS ....................................................................... 30TEAMS AT FX .....................................................................31ACADEMIES ..................................................................... 32PHYSICAL EDUCATION ................................................ 34BUSINESS ..........................................................................35COMPUTING SCIENCE .................................................. 36CONSTRUCTION / FABRICATION (IA) ................................37DESIGN STUDIES ............................................................ 38FOOD STUDIES ............................................................... 39MEDIA BROADCASTING.............................................. 40PHOTOGRAPHY / VIDEO ...............................................41SPORTS MEDICINE ........................................................ 42OFF-CAMPUS EDUCATION ......................................... 43ST. FX COURSES 2018-2019 ..................................... 44

CONTENTS

JUNIOR HIGH REGISTRATION DAY: MARCH 10, 2018 FROM 9AM - 2PM

FOCUS OPEN HOUSE: FEBRUARY 13, 2018 AT 7 PM

GENERAL OPEN HOUSE: MARCH 6, 2018 AT 7 PM

Founded in 1959, St. Francis Xavier High School is steeped in tradition. “Caritas Christi’ or the Love of Christ has been our school motto since those early days and forms the foundation of the philosophy that we strive to live every day. It involves mutual trust and respect, and the acceptance of responsibility for our actions. St. Francis Xavier strives to provide an environment in which each student has the opportunity to develop his/her spiritual, intellectual, physical and emotional potential.

Your high school experience is what you make of it so make sure you take advantage of all the opportunities available to you. FX has over 28 sports teams and many clubs. You can go from playing on the Football Team to participating in Drama Club or from training and competing in Rowing to fund raising for local charities. FX has something for everyone. For a full list of activities, please see www. stfx.com. Take time to explore all that FX has to offer.

SCHOOL VISIONFamily that builds great wonders

ABOUT FX

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The St. Francis Xavier school community is extremely fortunate to have Leslie O’Leary, as our school chaplain. As a practicing Catholic and member of St. Joseph’s College church community, Leslie has both practical and professional experience. She has been teaching for four years and has graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Theology and a Bachelor of Education with a minor in Religious Education. Feel free to stop by her office in Room 215 anytime!

CHAPLAIN

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DEAR PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS, High school is a place where people will likely meet their best friends, get an idea of what they want to do with their lives, and most importantly, enjoy their last 3 years of childhood! That being said, there is no place better then FX when it comes to enjoying a safe, caring, and fun environment for which students learn and grow. Between all of our clubs, sports teams, academies, and classes, there is something for everyone, and you can do whatever your heart desires. To elaborate on this, I would like to share a story, my story. When I came to FX, I chose the “AP scholar” approach to high school; I filled my schedule with AP and honours courses, and although it was challenging, it was equally as rewarding, but ultimately that approach was not for me. In grade 11 I changed my courses from AP to the 20-1, 20-2 stream and joined the Golf Academy (which I definitely recommend)! this whole process was made easy and it was explained to me every step of the way by our excellent grade coordinators and teachers. In grade 12 I stopped taking golf Academy and I decided to get more involved with clubs such as Xavier Executive, FX rocks, and my favourite, Ping Pong Club!

The moral of the story is that when you come to FX, you can be whoever you want to be; and the teachers, students, and administration will support you every step of the way! Also, you have the ability and the freedom to change aspects of YOUR education to suit YOUR needs. We offer such amazing classes, clubs, academies, and sports teams, as long as you are willing to try new things and meet new people, I can personally guarantee you will love FX!

I’m looking forward to meeting you at the open house on march 6th, and adding another Ram to the Herd!

Caiden Masterson

MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT


Xavier Executive is St. Francis Xavier’s student leadership group. Xavier Executive works to build community, school spirit, and FUN! Throughout the year, we plan pep rallies, intramurals, major events around Halloween and Christmas, and theme days, such as Touch of Class and Jersey Day. Driven by our school’s motto ‘Caritas Christi’ our Executive chose the theme ‘Branch Out’. We take care of our school community and then branch out to the local community, as well as the global community through our major school-wide Bike-a-Thon fundraising that raises money for Sign of Hope and Dreams for Kids charities. Xavier Executive is an inclusive group that welcomes involvement and participation from students all year. Getting involved with Xavier Executive builds new friendships and creates memories you will look back on for a lifetime. Students can take the lead by running and organizing events, or develop leadership skills by helping with events behind the scenes, or students can simply be a supporter and stay up-to-date with events that are happening in the school. Students can stay connected with Xavier Executive on Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and Facebook.

XAVIER EXECUTIVE


Our Learning Centre is a comfortable, quiet study space that enhances our school’s philosophy of a flexible learning environment. Some of the enhancements the centre offers:

• Access to alternative course delivery either through Revelation Online, module based delivery (limited), and courses offered independently at St. Francis Xavier High School.

• Exam Centre: On Friday afternoons from 1 to 2:30 PM the Learning Center is used as an exam center. Students have the opportunity to make up an exam that they have missed the previous week. This way students do not have to miss valuable instruction time to make up any missed assessments.

ST. FX LEARNING CENTRE


At St. Francis Xavier, students have been afforded the opportunity to take control of their learning through a period of time prior to their lunch break. During this 40-minute Flex block which runs Monday to Thursday, students are involved in exam preparation, homework review, tutorials, and catching up on missed assignments or evaluations. Information sessions regarding Post-Secondary, Scholarships, and much more are also offered.

Teachers are available for students to access during this time, and are often busy interacting with students either one on one or in larger groups. Positive feedback from our students has been tremendous. Students have control over where they want to be and for how long. Students who have missed school for illness or any other reason are finding it easier to catch up and get back on pace with their classes. Students who also require more time to be spent on a certain subject can choose to spend more of their Flex time in that area.

FLEX BLOCK


Braided Journeys programming is intended to support First Nations, Métis and Inuit youth to become leaders of character, vision and action. FNMI youth are provided multi-component, culturally-based programs that challenge their creativity, build on their skill set, and increase their support network. In addition, youth have the opportunity to develop citizenship skills, thus enhancing self-esteem and confidence. Participants also gain skills from a variety of cultural and leadership activities.

Our FNMI Graduation Coach provides consistent guidance to youth as they make important educational and career decisions. Students connect with the Aboriginal community through cultural and educational activities and have regular access to tutoring sessions and academic supports, as well as access to post-secondary information and scholarship opportunities.

FIRST NATIONS, MÉTIS & INUIT YOUTH AND BRAIDED JOURNEYS


CounsellorEducational PlanningPersonal/Social CounsellingCareer PlanningRetro Credits Graduation CoachVerifying Graduation RequirementsAcademic InterventionsHigh School CompletionCredit Recovery Learning CoachAcademic SupportsInclusive SupportsCodingAccommodations ELL Designate FNMI Grad CoachBraided Journeys Off-Campus CoordinatorsWork ExperienceRegistered Apprentice Program WIN TeacherK&E and EE

Additional Support: FNMI Youth Worker

Chaplin

School Resource Officer

Family School Liaison Worker

Mental Wellness Counsellor

LEARNING SUPPORT SERVICES


St. Francis Xavier has a proud tradition of giving back to the community. We have raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for local charities with one of our proudest moments being FX House and the FX Bike-a-thon. FX House was a project funded through Habitat for Humanity. Our students not only donated and fundraised for this project but also wore hard hats and safety glasses to participate in the building experience. The FX Bike-a-thon is a 24 hour non-stop bike bike riding event where teams of 6 riders found sponsors and rode their way to collecting funds for the Sign of Hope Campaign. We appreciate the FX Rocks committee at the school that is the arm of our social justice projects and we are excited about new school initiatives that will have our students focus on needs both locally and globally.

CARITAS CHRISTI


RELIGIONReligion courses are offered at each grade level and are compulsory in order to convocate from an Edmonton Catholic School. Religion courses offer the opportunity to study our faith as it guides us in our daily living. Every student enrolled in a religion course is also required to volunteer a minimum of ten hours to a charitable cause. Our religion courses also provide students with the opportunity to attend retreats and examine their faith while exploring their relationship with God.

Grade 10 and 11 students are invited to participate in a one day retreat where team building, communication, and spirituality are the main areas of focus. Grade 12 students also attend an overnight retreat with the main focus being the culmination of their religious education at St. FX and how they plan to carry this knowledge and experience into their future.

COURSES OFFERED

GRADE 10Religious Studies 15

GRADE 11 Religious Studies 25Religious Studies 30 (World Religions)

GRADE 12Religious Studies 35

DID YOU KNOW?

In order to participate in the grade 12 convocation ceremonies, a student must complete one religion course for each year enrolled at St. Francis Xavier.


There are two basic aims of senior high school English Language Arts. One aim is to encourage, in students, an understanding and appreciation of the significance and artistry of literature. A second aim is to enable each student to understand and appreciate language and to use it confidently and competently for communication, personal satisfaction and learning. An appreciation of literature and an ability to use language effectively enhance students’ opportunities to become responsible, contributing citizens and lifelong learners while experiencing success and fulfillment in life.

COURSES OFFERED

GRADE 10English 10-1English 10-2English 10-1 AP

GRADE 11English 20-1English 20-2English 20-1 AP

GRADE 12English 30-1English 30-2English 30-1 AP (full year)

Content Literacy 15Content Literacy 25

Expository English 15Expository English 25

ENGLISH


The Senior High School English Language Arts Program of Studies has been revised by Alberta Learning to reflect more appropriate understandings and beliefs concerning student learning and the English Language Arts. The two level courses are differentiated by standard.

DID YOU KNOW?

Completion of a 30 level English course is a graduation requirement in the province of Alberta.

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 30-1 UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE

ELA 10-1 is intended for students who have demonstrated strengths in their use of language and their understanding of print and non-print texts. Students who achieve 65% or greater in Grade 9 Language Arts and who intend to pursue post-secondary education are encouraged to enrol in ELA 10-1. A mark of 65% at mid-term must be maintained in order to continue with the program. Students who achieve a final mark of 80% or over may choose to proceed to the next level in the AP Program.


Social Studies provides opportunities for students to develop the attitudes, skills, and knowledge that will enable them to become engaged, active, informed, and responsible citizens. It is an issues-focused and inquiry-based interdisciplinary subject that draws upon history, geography, ecology, economics, law, philosophy, political science, and other social science disciplines. It fosters students’ understanding of, and involvement in, practical and ethical issues that face their communities and humankind. Ultimately, Social Studies is integral to the process of enabling students to develop an understanding of who they are, what they want to become, and how to improve the society they want to live in.

SOCIAL STUDIESCOURSES OFFERED

GRADE 10 Social Studies 10-1Social Studies 10-2Social Studies 10-1 Honours

GRADE 11 Social Studies 20-1Social Studies 20-2Social Studies 20-1 Honours

GRADE 12Social Studies 30-1Social Studies 30-2Social Studies 30-1 Honours

CANADIAN STUDIESCanadian Studies 15Canadian Studies 25

GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY 20(DUAL ENROLLMENT)An opportunity for students to complete Psychology at St. Francis Xavier and receive credit from Post Secondary institution.


To accommodate the wide array of student needs, the Social Studies curriculum is divided into two main streams:

STRAND 1 (-1)

For students pursuing careers that will emphasize history, geography, ecology, economics, law, philosophy, political science and/or other social science disciplines. This stream (-1) requires very strong reading and writing skills and will require the students to be ready for challenging essay writing, challenging readings, and challenging source analysis that requires high level critical thinking skills. Areas in the field of science, technology, engineering and other technical programs do not require a -1 completion for admission.

STRAND 2 (-2)

For students pursuing careers that will not focus on the disciplines noted in the -1 stream.

Note: To receive a high school diploma, students must complete either Social 30-1 or 30-2. As well both the -1 and -2 streams can be used towards achieving a Rutherford Scholarship.

AUXILIARY PROGRAMS

SOCIAL STUDIES HONOURS PROGRAM

The Honours program is differentiated by an advanced level of critical analysis; it is for students who are passionate about the social sciences. Ultimately, it seeks to augment the regular curriculum and challenge students without increasing the difficulty of assessment.

CANADIAN STUDIES PROGRAM

The Canadian Studies course has been designed to meet the needs of English Language Learners in Grades 10 and 11, who have recently arrived in Canada and need to develop their language knowledge of Canada before participating in the Social Studies 10 curriculum. To be enrolled in Canadian Studies, a student must be at a Level 1, 2, or 3 English Language Proficiency.


The goals of all three math course sequences are to provide not only the prerequisite skills and understandings of the concepts of the many fields of study that incorporate mathematics but an appreciation for the beauty and depth of application as well. It is through a wide variety of topics that students develop the mathematical reasoning and critical thinking skills that will ensure success whether they are pursuing further studies or entering directly into the work force.

To accommodate the wide array of student interests and aptitudes, the curriculum is divided into three strands:

STRAND 1 (-1): For careers that will require the study of Calculus.

STRAND 2 (-2): For careers that require high level math skills but do not require Calculus.

STRAND 3 (-3): For careers that require basic math skills

COURSES OFFERED

GRADE 10Math 10CMath 10C APMath 10-PREPMath 10-3Math 10-4

GRADE 11 Math 20-1 APMath 20-1Math 20-2Math 20-3Math 20-4

MATHEMATICSGRADE 12Math 30-1 APMath 30-1Math 30-2Math 30-3Math 31 (Calculus)Math 31 AP (Calculus, 2nd semester with Math 31 required)*

MATH 10 PREP

Math 10 Prep is designed for the student who wishes to develop a greater understanding of the foundational skills of mathematics and do a practical review of the concepts so that he/she is prepared to handle the material and the pace required to succeed at Math 10C and other the high school level courses. This is a wonderful transitional course that covers all the objectives of Math 10-3 while going into further depth in the areas that are also objectives of Math 10C.

GOALS FOR STUDENTS

The main goals of mathematics education are to preparestudents to:

• Solve problems• Communicate and reason mathematically• Make connections between mathematics and its

applications• Become mathematically literate• Appreciate and value mathematics• Make informed decisions as contributors to society


Students who have met these goals:

• Gain an understanding and appreciation of the role of mathematics in society

• Exhibit a positive attitude towards mathematics• Engage and persevere in mathematical reasoning• Contribute to mathematical discussion• Take risks in performing mathematical tasks• Exhibit curiosity about mathematics and situations

involving mathematics

COURSE SEQUENCES AND RECOMMENDED GRADES

A) Interested in trades/technical schoolB) Interested in University/CollegeC) Post-Secondary; Non-Calculus routeD) Post-Secondary; Calculus routeE) Advanced Calculus route (>80% average)

BEYOND FX

STRAND 1 [Math 10C, Math 20-1, Math 30-1, Math 31]AviationEngineeringComputer ScienceCommerceBusiness ManagementSciencesForestryEnvironmental StudiesKinesiologyBiomedical TechNanotechnologyChartered Accountant

STRAND 2 [Math 10C, Math 20-2, Math 30-2]Arts/Fine ArtsNursing Health ScienceMusicElementary EducationSecondary Education (Non-Math Major)PsychologyBusiness AdministrationYouthCareCriminal JusticeEcotourismRecreation SportsHumanitiesLawAnimal Health Tech

STRAND 3 [Math 10-3, Math 20-3, Math 30-3]Aircraft MaintenanceAutobody/Automotive ServicesBaking and Pastry ArtsMachinistRetail/SalesRealtorBeauty/EstheticsCarpentry/ConstructionTrades/Apprenticeship

DID YOU KNOW?

Students with acceptable grades may choose to take a 20 or 30 level course one year ahead. A 20 level course may be taken in their grade 10 year, or a 30 level course in their grade 11 year.


In the senior high science programs, students focus onlearning the big interconnecting ideas and principles. Theseideas, or major themes, originate from science knowledgethat transcends and unifies the natural science disciplines.These themes include change, diversity, energy, equilibrium,matter and systems; the process by which scientificknowledge is developed, including the role of experimentalevidence; and the connections among science, technologyand society.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

At St. Francis Xavier High School we offer a large variety of science courses to meet the diverse needs of our students. In addition to the core disciplines of physics, chemistry and biology, we also offer Science 20 and 30, Advanced Placement courses in physics and biology, and computer programming in conjunction with the CTS department.

Science 20 and 30 are designed for students who don’t wish to proceed in the sciences in post-secondary, but need a science course for entrance into a faculty like Education or Arts.

The Advanced Placement curriculum provides students with the same content that is provided in the first year of university and is recommended for students who show a strong interest in the subject area and are self-motivated learners.

The computer programming courses offered in conjunction with the CTS department prepares students for their first year of university in the science or engineering faculties where an introductory computer programming course is required.

COURSES OFFERED:

GRADE 10Science 10Science 14Science 10 AP

GRADE 11Science 20Science 24Biology 20Biology 20 APChemistry 20Physics 20Physics 20 AP

GRADE 12Science 30Biology 30Biology 30 APChemistry 30Physics 30Physics 30 APEnvironmental Science AP

The intent of each science course is to assist students in attaining the scientific awareness required to function in a modern world. Students learn to better understand themselves and the environment in which they live. In addition, they acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to continue in science related studies and pursue careers in science.

SCIENCE


FOOTNOTESBiology 20, Chemistry 20, Physics 20 marks <65% move to Science 30

DID YOU KNOW?

Students with acceptable grades may choose to take a 20 or 30 level course one year ahead. A 20 level course may be taken in their grade 10 year, or a 30 level course in their grade 11 year.

MAJOR THEMES

All senior high science courses are developed around several major themes. These themes are: change, diversity, energy, equilibrium, matter and systems, the scientific process, and the inter-relationship of science, technology and society.


TAKING YOUR ACADEMICSTO THE NEXT LEVEL

The Advanced Placement (AP) Program is designed to provide motivated high school students with postsecondary level academic courses, in the comforts of a high school environment. By participating in the AP program, students gain the skills and pre-requisite knowledge needed to succeed in a post-secondary, undergraduate environment. In addition, based upon performance on AP exams, students can earn credit, advanced placement, or both for postsecondary courses prior to entering the institution.

For the 2018-2019 school year, St. Francis Xavier will be offering advanced placement courses in the following areas:

AP English Language and Composition, AP Calculus AB, AP Physics 1, and AP Biology. In addition, students may also take advantage of non-traditional Advanced Placement opportunities; these include completing AP Statistics, AP European History, AP Psychology, and AP Environmental Science through online learning with access to AP teachers through Revelation Online service. Students may also challenge a series of AP exams for credit and/or Advanced Placement; these exams include: Music Theory, French Language, Spanish Language, Italian Language, Japanese Language, and Chinese Language and Culture.

Successful performance on AP exams may also result in exciting scholarship opportunities. St. Francis Xavier High School is offering students a $500 AP Scholar award for achieving a score of 3 or higher on three AP exams or a $1000 AP National Scholar award for achieving a score of 4 or higher on five AP exams.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT

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ADMISSION PROCEDURES

JUNIOR HIGH REGISTRATION DAY: SATURDAY, MARCH 10, 2018 FROM 9AM - 2PM


JUNIOR HIGH REGISTRATION DAY: SATURDAY, MARCH 10, 2018 FROM 9AM - 2PM

REGISTRATION FOR STUDENTS OUTSIDE OF EDMONTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

1. New students registering at St. Francis Xavier from outside of our feeder schools must present their recent grade nine marks or report card from their current school as well as a copy of their birth certificate. Application forms can be found at www.stfx.com under “Prospective Students”. Students from outside Alberta or Canada must also present complete credentials for evaluation by the administration.

2. Telephone the school at 780 489-2571 to schedule an appointment with a registration advisor for the Junior High Registration day on Saturday, March 10, 2018 at St. Francis Xavier High School (9250 – 163 Street NW). Please bring your registration package along with current marks and birth certificate. The completed application will be reviewed by the administration of the school and course selection/programming will be completed. The family will be contacted regarding registration status.

REGISTRATION FOR STUDENTS ATTENDING EDMONTON CATHOLIC JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

1. By March, grade 9 students should decide what high school they plan to attend and begin to discuss course selections with parents, teachers and school administration. Academic placement will be determined by current course standings. Please use the worksheet at the end of the registration handbook as a guide for course selections based on our most recent PowerSchool marks.

2. Junior High Registration Day will be at St. Francis Xavier School (9250 – 163 Street NW) on Saturday, March 10, 2018 from 9am to 2 pm. Individual appointments will be set up with advisors. Please telephone 780 489-2571 to schedule your registration appointment.

3. Students entering Grade 10 must take a full course load.

4. A student’s high school program can be fine-tuned to reflect changes in marks and interests prior to the end of the school year (end of May). Changes after that time are subject to course availability.

5. Student Registration Forms provided by the feeder school and Birth Certificate are required for the advisor appointment.

Questions regarding registration can be answered by our Main Office staff by calling 780 489-2571


Throughout history, art, music and drama have provided an interpretation of our world and culture. It is through the arts that our world is recorded, expressed and made meaningful. Students at St. Francis Xavier are encouraged to explore the arts through classes that focus on these areas and express themselves through a variety of media.

FINE ARTS


Art education deals with ways in which people express their feelings in visual forms. Art takes the human condition as the focus of study. Persons involved in the visual arts reflect upon and externalize their personal feelings and intuitions or those of their fellow human beings.

COURSES OFFERED

GRADE 10Art 10

GRADE 11Art 20

GRADE 12Art 30

DID YOU KNOW?

Art 10 and Art 20 are offered as both three and five credit courses. Art 30 is offered only as a five credit. Post secondary institutions often accept art courses to fulfill registration requirement

ART


Students will learn to employ fundamental elements and principles of design for various media. Students develop essential skills in camera use with a focus on basic composition, set-up and examination of exposure. Students will operate a camera to capture images and produce final display proofs. Students learn the technical and creative uses of aperture, shutter speed and ISO, and demonstrate how combinations of the three elements provide a correct exposure within the photographic triangle.

Advanced acting and musical theater are also available through co-curricular work.

COURSES OFFERED

GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12Drama 10 Drama 20 Drama 30

DID YOU KNOW?

Drama 10 and Drama 20 are offered as both three and five credit courses. Drama 30 is offered only as a five credit course.

Most actors start their careers by appearing in amateur theatre and school productions or working with community theatre groups.

MUSICAL THEATER OR ADVANCED ACTING

Each year the St. Francis Xavier Drama Club puts on a theatre production. Through hard work and dedication you can earn either musical theater 15,25 or 35 or advanced acting 15, 25 or 35 depending on which type of production we perform.

DRAMA


The development of musical skills, knowledge and perception contributes to the total development of the individual. Music is accessible to all, and as students become sensitive to its expressive elements, they may develop insight into human feelings.

COURSES OFFERED

GRADE 10Instrumental Music 10Guitar 10

GRADE 11 GRADE 12Instrument Music 20 Instrumental Music 30Guitar 20 Guitar 30

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC 10/20/30

This course is a full year course, with instruction occurring every second day. The Instrumental Music Program is designed as a sequential and developmental approach to music instruction. Junior high band experience is an asset, though beginners may join the class provided there is a demonstrated commitment to practice outside of class time. This program is open to all students and involves instruction using a range of woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.

GUITAR (GENERAL MUSIC) 10

This course will teach students to read music, to play chords, to develop an understanding of musical theory, elements and structures, music making, improvisation, and popular music styles with special emphasis on the guitar. This course is aimed at the novice player but students with some experience are welcome. Students will be required to have their own instrument to take the course. Steel string acoustic guitars are acceptable - no classical guitars please.

MUSIC


French and Spanish are offered at FX as they are two of the most widely used languages both in Canada and globally. The French as a second language (FSL) courses and the Spanish Language and Culture courses offer students important cultural, linguistic and career development opportunities. FX encourages and supports such opportunities by making available French and Spanish courses.

COURSES OFFERED

GRADE 10French 10Spanish 10

GRADE 11 French 20Spanish 20

GRADE 12French 30Spanish 30

DID YOU KNOW?

Social media specialist is an emerging occupation. In general, social media specialists create and manage an organization’s public profile on social networking websites and use interactive technology build online communities. A second language would be a tremendous asset in this field of work.

INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGES


In CALM, students continue to work toward becoming “responsible, caring, creative, self-reliant and contributing members of a knowledge-based and prosperous society.”

The aim of senior high school Career and Life Management (CALM) is to enable students to make well-informed, conscientious decisions and choices in all aspects of their lives and to develop behaviours and attitudes that contribute to the well-being and respect of self and others, now and in the future. CALM is the core course for health literacy at the senior high school level in Alberta.

Health literacy is the capacity to access, interpret and apply health information and services to make healthy choices. The CALM course works to develop health literacy, which includes the key components of critical thinking, effective communication, self-directed learning and responsible citizenship.

CALM


As part of the Edmonton Metro Athletic Association, The St. Francis Xavier Rams compete at a high level in a variety of sports. FX puts a high degree of concentration on wellness in general and stresses the importance of not only fitness, but nutrition and leading a healthy lifestyle. We are one of the only Edmonton Catholic Schools to employ a full time fitness trainer to work with our students individually as well as our sports teams.

ATHLETICS


BadmintonBasketballCheerleadingCross CountryCurlingFootballGolfRowingRugbySoccerSwimmingTrack and FieldVolleyball

TEAMS AT FX


St. Francis Xavier is unique as we are the only school in Canada to provide students an opportunity to participate in one of five sport academies while fulfilling academic course requirements. We have sport academies in baseball, golf, hockey, lacrosse and soccer. While student athletes continue to develop their passion and skill proficiency in one of these sporting activities, they also earn credits for Sports Performance (CTS modules) and Physical Education. We provide flexible timetabling and work hard to accommodate course selections and individual timetable requirements centered on each participant’s academy program. Students have come from as far away as Australia and Israel to participate in our sport academies. Due to the large number of students who apply to colleges in the United States and are therefore required to write the SAT test for college admission.

ACADEMY ADMINISTRATOR: [email protected]

ACADEMIESHOCKEY ACADEMY

The motto of our Hockey Academy is Shooting for Excellence. It is designed not only to increase one’s potential in the sport of hockey but also to promote skills related to academic success, i.e., time management, organization, and study habits. Our Hockey Academy is the longest running Sports Academy in our district.

stfxhockeyacademy.com [email protected]


http://stfxhockeyacademy.com

BASEBALL ACADEMY

The Baseball Academy has operated at St. FX since 2005. Student-athletes have the opportunity to train 5 days/week throughout the year. Training in pitching, hitting, fielding, catching, agility, and strength training take place year-round. After-school sessions, fall exhibition games, and spring tournaments are also offered outside of regular classes.

The coaching staff offers a blend of experience at the professional, international, national, and provincial levels. Being a school-based program, we are also able to offer the lowest fees of any of the academies in Alberta.

[email protected]

SOCCER ACADEMY

Since the inception in 1998, St. Francis Xavier Soccer Academy continues to excel at training serious students combining athletics and academics with the opportunity to train in a competitive year long program. The STFX Soccer Academy deals with the technical development of high performance playing with particular emphasis on tactical understanding (decision making) through game situation training methods. Our FIFA regulated curriculum is presented by certified professional coaches who have experience at the National, Provincial and Professional levels training students to achieve a higher level of learning and post secondary playing opportunities.

[email protected]

GOLF ACADEMY

The Golf Academy enables students the opportunity to increase skill proficiency in the game of golf. Students are trained by professionally certified golf instructors, with membership privileges at two of the most highly regarded private golf courses in the country.

stfxgolfacademy.com [email protected]

LACROSSE ACADEMY

The mandate of the Lacrosse Academy is to challenge all participants, both male and female, to aspire to meet or exceed junior, senior, college or National Lacrosse League standards. Knowledge of the game, fair play, and rigorous skill training in both Box and Field lacrosse, are key qualities of the program. Attention to the physical and mental aspects of the game, i.e., agility, strength, endurance, coordination and visualization, assists athletes in achieving their potential as a well-rounded player.

stfxlacrosseacademy.com [email protected]


http://stfxbaseballacademy.com

http://stfxsocceracademy.com

http://stfxgolfacademy.com

http://stfxlacrosseacademy.com

Students require an understanding of self as the basis for making healthy choices, having healthy interactions with others and using resources wisely, as well as for lifelong career development. They also require information, planning tools and processes to make decisions and develop action plans for effective life management. This health-promoting course provides opportunities for students to gain knowledge and insight, and to acquire essential life skills; it is relevant to the needs of students, now and in the future, and stimulates creativity, encouraging them to learn and providing them with important learning skills.

Physical Education promotes active living and leading a healthy lifestyle. The goals of Physical Education are to promote individual fitness, development of motor skills, and to promote positive personal attributes and interpersonal skills.

COURSES OFFERED

GRADE 10Physical Education 10

GRADE 11Physical Education 20Career and Life Management

GRADE 12Physical Education 30

DID YOU KNOW?

Physical Education is a required course in Alberta for a high school diploma.

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BUSINESSThis course is an introduction to the world of business, with a specific focus on finance and entrepreneurship. Students begin with an overview of the banking system, money and budgeting, and accounting principles. Students examine and begin to recognize possible business opportunities in their daily life. As students venture through the process of planning a business opportunity they will develop skills to recognize risk, strategies, and resources available to them. By working as a team and developing leadership, students are asked to assess their business venture and critique with their classmates.

COURSES OFFERED

GRADE 10 Personal Financial InformationEnterprise and InnovationElements of a Venture Plan

GRADE 11Marketing and ManagementMarketing and VenturePromotion – Print Advertisement

GRADE 12Promotion and Sales TechniquesSetting up a Retail StorePromotion and Broadcast Advertising

BEYOND FX

Accountant Advertising Account Executive Banking/Investment Manager Financial Planner Insurance Agent/Broker Management Consultant Mediator Personal Property and Equipment Appraiser Property Manager Purchasing Agent Real Estate Appraiser Recreation and Sport Administrator Retail Store Manager Special Event Co-ordinator

DID YOU KNOW?

Investment advisors work in the securities industry for investment and stock brokerage firms. Some of the larger investment firms hire summer students which provides excellent experience.


In grade 10 students will learn how to plan, implement, and maintain computer programs using an introductory programming language called Scratch. One of the major projects will be to develop and program an interactive game. In grade 11 students learn the fundamentals of a very popular and powerful programming language called C++. In grade 12 students will have the background necessary to dive into advanced topics like object oriented programming, and dynamic data structures. If there is time, they will also apply their programming skills in designing, building and programming autonomous robots in the C++ language. Students who finish the grade 12 modules of computing science can use Computer Science 30 as one of their prerequisite science courses to gain admittance into a post-secondary program. Computing Science courses are designed for students who plan to enroll in the faculties of science, engineering, or information technology at a university or college. ComputingScience is an academic course and a minimum of 65% in grade 9 math is highly recommended.

DID YOU KNOW

You can use computing science 30 for an entrance mark to the University of Alberta in place of physics 30, chemistry 30, or biology 30.

COURSES OFFERED

GRADE 10Computing Science 1Structured Programming 1Structured Programming 2

GRADE 11 Computer Science 2Procedural Programming 1Data Structures 1Files and File Structures 1Second Language Programming 1

GRADE 12Computer Science 3Iterative Algorithm 1Object Oriented Programming 1Recursive Algorithms 1Dynamic Data Structures 1

Time PermittingRobotics Programming 1Robotics Programming 2

BEYOND FX

Computer EngineerComputer Network AdministratorComputer ProgrammerDatabase AnalystInformation Systems ConsultantInteractive Media ProgrammerSoftware EngineerSystems Security AnalystWeb DesignerWeb Technician

COMPUTING SCIENCE


This course is an introduction to safety, tool, and machine use in industrial shops. The course revolves around metal fabrication, welding and wood construction. The focus of metal fabrication is the exploration of the natural qualities and uses of metal in our daily life. Useful projects such as decorative boxes and fold out tables are constructed as well as machine maintenance and safety. Students are challenged in welding fabrication when they are introduced to new techniques and styles. Wood work becomes more elaborate. Projects involving wood joints and more precise “fit up” are learned. Creating a personal inventory and fine tuning ones set of marketable skills is a highlight of this course. Correct tool choice, problem solving, planning and construction mastery are highlighted through the course.

COURSES OFFERED

GRADE 10Construction Tools and MaterialsProject ManagementWood Turning OperationsSemi-Automated WeldingFabrication Tools and MaterialsBasic Electric WeldingOxy acetylene WeldingBuilding Construction GRADE 11 Furniture MakingFinishing and RefinishingOxyfuel WeldingGas Metal Arc WeldingArc WeldingCustom Fabrication

GRADE 12Gas Tungsten WeldingArc Welding (higher level)Furniture RepairTool MaintenanceFurniture Making

BEYOND FX

Cabinetmaker Concrete Finisher Construction Estimator Floorcovering Installer Gasfitter Home Inspector Industrial Construction CrewIronworkerPlumber Roofer Safety Codes Officer Scaffold Erector Sheet Metal Worker Solar Installer Steamfitter-Pipefitter Water Well Driller Welder

CONSTRUCTION /

FABRICATION (IA)


Are you interested in 3D animation, such as what is done in films or games? Are you interested designing posters, logos and print media, combining your artistic side and computers? Are you interested in a trade, but like to work with computers as well? Does the idea of designing buildings or architecture interest you? Design Studies allows for students to focus in any of these areas. Students in this course create short computer animations, print media, work hands on with creating projects and have the opportunity to use a wide format printer or computer controlled router (CNC). Students who are interested in being an animator, using their artistic ability in a computer based setting, interior designer, landscape design, graphic artist, CNC operator architect or engineer should consider this program.

COURSES OFFERED

GRADE 10 Sketch, Draw, & ModelThe Design Process2-D Design3-D DesignComputer Assisted DraftingTechnical Design & Drafting

GRADE 11 2-D Design Applications3-D Design ApplicationsCAD ApplicationsDrafting/Design ApplicationsTechnical Drawing

GRADE 12Students Focus on an area of interest. This may include: 2D Design, 3D Design, CAD, Technical Drafting, Architectural, Engineering, Interior Design, Landscape Design or Modelling

BEYOND FX

Animator Architect Cartoonist Civil Engineer Drafting Technician Environmental Engineer Exhibit Designer Graphic Designer Interior Designer Landscape Architect Mechanical Engineer Telecommunications Technologist Visual Merchandiser

DID YOU KNOW?

Over 11,200 Albertans are employed in the Computer Programmers and Interactive Media Developers occupational group.

DESIGN STUDIES


Food Studies at the high school level comprises an in-depth focus on all aspects of food and the relationship of food to health, values and lifestyles. Food Studies will enable students to examine the significance of food as related to physiological, sociological and psychological satisfactions in their daily lives. Chemical and physical properties and factors affecting changes in these properties are studied as well as the production and consumption of food. Practical experiences encourage the development of consumer, management, and decision-making skills.

This is what students are saying about foods class.Foods class is fun. I get to work alongside my friends. We have a lot of opportunity to cook really good food. Before I came to this class, my cooking skills were very limited. Now I know how to select the right foods and the right combinations to make a delicious, nutritious and tasty meal.

COURSES OFFERED

YEAR 1Food basicsFood and Nutrition basicsVegetables and FruitsGrains, Legumes, Nuts and SeedsMilk Products and EggsBasic Meat Cookery

YEAR 2Bread ProductsCreative Cold Foods Fish and Poultry International CuisineFood Decisions and Health

FOOD STUDIESYEAR 3Food for the Life CycleAdvanced Soups and SaucesAdvanced MeatsEntertaining with FoodFood ProcessingRegional Cuisine

BEYOND FX

BakerChefCookDietitianFood and Beverage ServicesFood and Nutrition ManagerFood Service SupervisorMeat CutterNanny


This course is aimed at students who are interested in working in the field of broadcast media. Students will work behind the scenes doing studio/camera work, and in front such, as being a journalist, news anchor, or sports reporter. The program begins with a focus on basic live news, with the addition of pre-recorded and edited items. The students work within a studio setting with modern equipment to produce and broadcast throughout the school daily for announcements as well as for special events and tournaments. Broadcasting will be done both in the school over FX TV, our school TV station, and externally, where students will be involved in uploading or streaming video to media sites (ex: You Tube). Students will learn and use various skills and techniques needed for broadcasting: such as technical aspects of production, public speaking, and ethics involved with Television Production.

COURSES OFFERED

GRADE 10Audio/VideoSpeaking and PresentingVisual CompositionWeb DesignPersonal Project

GRADE 11CorrespondenceClient ServicesAV Preproduction 1AV Production 1AV Postproduction 1

GRADE 12AV Preproduction 2AV Production 2AV Postproduction 2Project Management ToolsAV Broadcasting

BEYOND FX

Actor Announcer Casting Director Cinematographer Creative Writer Film DirectorLighting Designer Model Photographer Producer - Film, Radio, Television and Theatre ReporterSocial Media SpecialistTelevision Camera Operator Theatre Director Webmaster

MEDIA BROADCASTING


Students will learn to employ fundamental elements and principles of design for various media. Students develop essential skills in camera use with a focus on basic composition, set-up and examination of exposure. Students will operate a camera to capture images and produce final display proofs. Students learn the technical and creative uses of aperture, shutter speed and ISO, and demonstrate how combinations of the three elements provide a correct exposure within the photographic triangle.

COURSES OFFERED

GRADE 10Visual CompositionMediaAudio/Visual ProductionPhotography IntroductionPhotography ExposurePhotography Digital Processing

GRADE 11 Photography CompositionPhotography LensesPhotography LightingPhotography CommunicationMedia Impact

GRADE 12PhotojournalismBlack and White Digital TechniquesPhotography OutdoorsDigital Processing

BEYOND FX

Advertising Copywriter Archivist Cartoonist Curator Editor Illustrator Interactive Media Programmer Photographer Public Relations Representative Reporter

DID YOU KNOW?

Talent, perseverance, reputation and experience determine how much freelance photographers earn. Some self-employed photographers earn more than $200 an hour.

PHOTOGRAPHY / VIDEO


This course will be of interest to students who are both athletes and/or aspire to work in the health care profession. Practical knowledge and skills are addressed through various topics including nutrition, injury management, health and wellness, sport psychology, basic anatomy and physiology and care of the musculoskeletal system. This course is a stepping stone to a number of certifications at the next level. Sports Medicine is one of the only high school courses where students study the human muscular and skeletal systems. This is a huge advantage to those students who are planning to pursue a career in the medical or sports related fields.

COURSES OFFERED

YEAR 1 Health Services FoundationsSport Psychology 1Foundations of Training 1Musculoskeletal SystemInjury Management 1Technical Foundations for Injury Management

YEAR 2Nutrition for Recreation and SportSport Psychology 2Foundations of Training 2First Aid/AEDInjury Management 2 Anatomy of Joints

YEAR 3Sport Psychology 3Sport and SocietyREC Project Injury Management 3Human Movement Studies

BEYOND FX

Acupuncturist Athletic Therapist Chiropractor Creative Arts Therapists Dietitian Emergency Medical Personnel Massage Therapist Occupational Therapist Pediatrician Pharmacist Registered Nurse Specialist in Geriatric Medicine Sport Medicine Physician

DID YOU KNOW?

At the end of the third year of Sports Medicine, the program will culminate with an Alberta Athletic Therapy Certificate for Foundations of Athletic Therapy (AATA). Advanced courses in Injury Management, Human Movement, and Sport Psychology are partnered with an opportunity to become a mentee, while participating in an advanced practicum with an external organization.

SPORTS MEDICINE


RAP PROGRAM AND WORK EXPERIENCE

The Registered Apprenticeship Program(RAP) starts in high school for students who are interested in dividing their time between academics and earning hours towards an apprenticeship in a trade. Students will complete a high school diploma while accumulating hours towards a journeyman ticket. RAP students are paid for the work they do while registered in this program.

WORK EXPERIENCE

St. Francis Xavier High School encourages students to investigate career opportunities and pursue interests using a ‘hands-on’ approach. Work Experience is comprised of separate courses for credit that provide learning activities undertaken by a student as part of a planned academic program under the cooperative supervision of a teacher-coordinator and employer.

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