Future Beaver Information

Registration Slideshow (Presentation in the gym)

Pathway Planning Slideshow (presentation in cafeteria)

TVDSB Grade 8-9 Transition Guide

TVDSB Transition Planning Resources

If you have any questions about LDSS please connect with Head of Guidance Mrs. K. Sauve at k.sauve@tvdsb.ca

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Compulsory Courses

Courses everyone has to take in grade 9

Math

Students can choose from MTH1W single pathway/destreamed math or MAT1L Locally Developed

Science

Students can choose from: SNC1W single pathway/ destreamed or SNC1L Locally Developed

English

Students can choose from ENL1W Single Pathway/ Destreamed or ENG1L Locally Developed

Geography

All students will take the same Single Pathway CGC1W Geography course

French

Students can choose from: FSF1D Single Pathway/Academic or FSF14 Locally developed (by recommendation)

Elective Courses

Students can choose THREE of these plus TWO as their Alternate or 'back-up' courses

Visual Arts

AVI1O

Students apply design principles when exploring the creative process

*You need 1 Arts credit to graduate

Dramatic Arts ADA1O

Students explore dramatic forms and techniques and work in groups to communicate through their dramatic works.

*Arts courses can lead to acceptance into an SHSM

Music

AMI1O

Students will learn to perform on one instrument and present their pieces in a variety of creative ways. No experience required.

*You can also add band as an extra half credit- takes place Wed/Fri before school

Family Studies HIF1O

This explores family, peer and personal dynamics and allows students to develop practical skills.

Business

BEM1O

Building the Entrepreneurial mindset. Students will use software to plan and develop their ideas in order to present them to a large audience

Learning Strategies GLE1O/GLS1O

For students with an IEP. If you have specific questions about IEPs please contact Mrs. Rankin at s.rankin@tvdsb.ca

Technology- TAS1OH Hard Tech

*Can count as the required tech course in grade 9/10

Hard tech focuses on Auto, Construction and Manufacturing

Technology TAS1OS Soft Tech

*Can count as the required tech course in grade 9/10

Soft Tech focuses on Communications tech, computer tech and tech design

Health and Physical Education PPL1O

ONE physical and health education credit is required for graduation

This is an open course that focuses on healthy active living- students are encouraged to complete this in grade 9

Course calendar & Course selection guide

Click on the documents below for full course descriptions and course selection tips!

*All information within the course selection document on the right is provided in an accessible and translatable format at www.tvdsb.ca/HighSchool

FULL LDSS COURSE CALENDAR

Grade 9 Course Calendar

WRAP 25-26.pdf

Grad Requirements 2024 +.pdf

How to register

Steps to Register from a TVDSB School:

Plan your courses using this sheet: Course Selection Planner
Login to myBlueprint username: schoolusername@gotvdsb.ca and school password
Submit courses and have parent/guardian approval via email completed by February 10, 2025
If applying from out of area please complete this form: Out of Area Application form- due February 14th, 2025- at NOON

Steps to Register from a non-TVDSB school:

Email the following to k.sauve@tvdsb.ca by February 10th, 2025 if you are in the LDSS boundary or February 14th 2025 (at NOON) if outside of the LDSS boundary

(check out The School Locator Tool if you are unsure if you are in- area or not)

Complete Online Pre-registration Tool for in area; print the Registration Form (out of area only!) and submit
Select Courses by printing, circling and emailing the Course Selection Form
Provide proof of address via email (e.g. copy of a utility bill, phone bill, rental agreement, etc)- can be submitted with online tool
Copy of most recent report card
Provide proof of citizenship via email (e.g. copy of passport, birth certificate, permanent residence)- can be submitted with online tool
If applying from out of area please complete this form: Out of Area Application form- due February 14th- at NOON
Copy of Individual Education Plan (I.E.P.) - if applicable- can be submitted with online tool

specilalist high skills major~shsm

SHSM is a ministry-approved program. SHSM students have the unique opportunity to gain sector specific skills in conjunction with earning both their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), and the SHSM designation upon graduation.
Students may apply in Grade 10, by speaking to either the Guidance Department or SHSM Teacher. Programs run in grade 11 & 12.
Four components:
1. Completion of a bundle of credits in their field, including a co-op placement
2. Certifications and Training
3. Experiential Learning & Career Exploration
4. Reach Ahead Experiences- College and University experiences

SHSM Page

Meet the Student Success Team

If you have questions about Registration, please contact our Head of Guidance, Mrs. Sauve k.sauve@tvdsb.ca

Overview of roles:

Guidance counsellors are available for social-emotional support, pathway/career/life planning, school support, and referrals to more specialized supports as needed.

The Student Success Teacher provides academic support for students in risk of not achieving credits through meetings, individual credit support and credit recovery.

The Learning Support Teacher is available for IEP support/updates, learning strategies, pathway planning for students with IEPs and classroom support.

Guidance Secretary can help with busing, school cash and parent portal questions. She also inputs community service hours and is happy to answer any student questions!

Get Involved

High School is what you make it! Here is a list of the Activities that have been offered in the past!

Get Involved.pdf

Parent/Guardian FAQ

Student FAQ

Tips from current parent/guardians!

Common Questions from grade 9s, answered!

high school here i come!

Get a head start on Grade 9 with two days of tips, hints and skills!

High School Here I Come! is a non-credit summer program for Grade 8 students who are starting at a TVDSB high school in September 2025. Students will be provided with a variety of learning skills and strategies designed to help them with their transition to secondary school.

Topics that will be discussed:

The reality of High School
Academic expectations and study skills
Getting and staying organized
Getting involved in the school community
Literacy and Numeracy learning skills

Registration will open in the spring. Subscribe to their site for updates:

High School Here I Come!

Bus registration 25-26.pdf

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