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WELCOME
MARKHAM DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOLGRADE 8 PARENTS’ NIGHT
January 9, 2014
• Principal’s Welcome – Mr. K. Garner
• Vice Principals’ Comments – Ms. D. Heron and Ms. K. Pummell
• School Council Chair – Mrs. J. Amenta
• Guidance Presentation - Ms. S. Joseph
• Career Cruising: Course Planner - Ms. E. Kerhoulas
• Students’ Council Reps• Closing Comments, Gifted Presentation &
Tours of school
Agenda
… and the “New” Markham District High School …
opened September 2010
History of MDHS
The original Markham High School opened in 1858 and then was erected on Joseph St. 1860
Then Markham District High School opened in 1954 on Church St. and had additions over the next 20 years
General Information about MDHS
Student population ~1400 103 Teachers 1 Principal and 2 Vice-Principals a non- semestered high school A strong academic program enhanced by the Arts, Business, and Technology 150+ years of tradition
Gifted, AP and
Enriched
Clubs
eco-Markham“Green” school
“ living wall”
LeadershipOpportunities
LEAD & Peer Mentors
Successful Sports Teams -Metro Bowl Football Champs!
Strong EQAOResults and high
academic standards
New School Construction 21stC Technology
Diverse Arts Programs – Music, Drama, Visual
Active Students’ Council
Diversity of Special
Education Programs
Composite non-semestered school
Tech Hair & Aesthetics “New”
Business DECAPhysical Education
Arts
MDHS
Classics & Latin
High Performance Athlete
Positive School Climate
Gifted, AP and
Enriched
Clubseco-Markham“Green” school“
“living wall”
LeadershipOpportunities
LEAD & Peer Mentors
Successful Sports Teams
Strong EQAOResults and high
academic standards
New School Construction 21stC Technology
Diverse Arts Programs – Music,
Drama, Visual
Active Students’ Council
Diversity of Special
Education Programs
MDHS
Classics & Latin
High Performance
Athlete
Positive School Climate
Composite non-semestered school with rich history
EOP + Alt Ed
SHSM Programs
Diploma Requirements (O.S.S.D.) for the 4 year program
O.S.S.D
18 Compulsory Credits
12 Optional Credits
Successful completion of
Ontario School Literacy Test
40 hours of Community Involvement
18 Compulsory Credits
4 Credits in English (1 credit per grade)
1 Credit in French as a Second Language
3 Credits in Mathematics (at least 1 in Gr. 11 or 12)
2 Credits in Science
1 Credit in Canadian History
1 Credit in Canadian Geography
1 Credit in the Arts
1 Credit in Health and Physical Education
.5 Credit in Civics & .5 Credit in Career Studies (grade 10)
Plus………..
Compulsory Credits (cont’d)
Plus:
Group 1: 1 additional credit in English, or French as a Second Language, or a Native Language/Studies, or a Classical or an International Language, or Social Sciences and the Humanities, or Canadian and World Studies, or Guidance and Career Education (including Learning Strategies), or Cooperative Education*
Compulsory Credits (cont’d)
Group 2: 1 additional credit in Health and Physical Education, or Business Studies, or the Arts (music, art, drama), or French as a Second Language or Cooperative Education*
Group 3: 1 additional credit in science (grade 11 or 12) or technological education (grades 9-12), or French as a Second Language or Computer Studies or Cooperative Education*
The12 Optional Credits
ElectivesOptional credits allow students to build an
educational program over the 4 years that suit their individual interests and meet college, university, workplace and/or apprenticeship requirements.
On TYKHS Day, grade 8 students toured the following areas: Business, Music, Visual Arts, Drama, Family Studies, Latin & Technology
The Grade 10 Literacy Test
• A Diploma requirement. Administered in late March or early April of the grade 10 year
• A test based on language and communication (reading and writing) expectations of curricula up to and including grade 9
• Accommodations, deferrals and exemptions may be appropriate for some students
• If standard not met in first attempt, schools will provide remedial support; test is re-administered until student successfully completes the test or the Grade 12 Literacy Course
Community Involvement
• A diploma requirement• Encourages civic responsibility, promotes community values
and reinforces importance of volunteerism• Complete 40 hours before graduation• Can start in summer of grade 8• Student responsibility to keep record of activities• Guidelines and forms will be provided to help track
community involvement• A good way to explore career interests
COURSE PATHWAY OPTIONS IN Gr. 9 & 10
APPLIED ACADEMIC OPENLOCALLY
DEVELOPED
PATHWAY APPROACHAPPLIED Step by step approach to learning
using theory and practical examples.
ACADEMIC Theoretical and independent approach to learning with a focus on critical thinking skills
LOCALLY DEVELOPED
Guided approach to learning using practical examples and concrete objects.
OPEN An opportunity to explore an area of interest for all students
ABILITYWorking at or above grade level
Working at or above grade level
Working below grade level in Math, English and Science
Available to all students
Course PathwaysEnglish
Math
Science
French
History
Geography
Applied or
Academic
English
Math
Science
History
Locally Developed
Physical Education is the same for all students. Classes are divided by Male and Female.
OPTIONAL COURSES FOR GRADE 9 STUDENTS
Technological Studies
Destinations … Four Pathways to Opportunity
Apprenticeship - prepare for trainingCollege - hands on training & theoryUniversity - theory and reasoningWorkplace - prepare for work
When thinking about the future, ask yourself:
• How do you learn best?• What are the admission requirements for College,
Apprenticeships and University entrance?• What courses do you need to prepare for the work
force?
Course and Post-Secondary Pathways
are changeable and flexible.
As interests, skills and aptitudes develop and mature, there will be many opportunities to re-chart your journey
Remember….
Making Choices…???
• Parents/guardians and students will select courses in collaboration with elementary school teachers, guidance counsellors and administrators.
• Grade 8 students and their parents or guardians choose grade 9 courses on the basis of the students’ needs, interests, strengths and past achievements. These choices may also be influenced by learning opportunities available outside the school.
Support for Students
Guidance Department Learning Strategies
(recommended by Principal) ESL Courses Student Advocacy Team Peer Mentors
For More Information……
York Region District School Board Regional Course Directory www.yrdsb.edu.on.ca
York Region District School Board www.yrdsb.edu.on.ca
York Region District School Board Guidance Serviceswww.yrdsb.edu.on.ca/guidance.services
Ministry of Education www.edu.gov.on.ca for policy and curriculum docs