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Grade 8 Open House
Thanks for attending our Open House on January 11th, 2024
Pease Take a Look at our GRADE 9 Course Calendar for information about course selection, Junior Programming and French Immersion.
Out of Area Applications are due February 1, 2024 @12:00pm. Please scroll down to see how to register.
If you have any questions about WCI please connect with out Guidance Team Mrs. Trepanier at m.trepanier@tvdsb.ca or Mrs. Cook at stephanie.cook-covemaeker@tvdsb.ca
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required Courses
Courses everyone has to take in grade 9
Math
MTH1W1 destreamed
French Immersion MTH1WX
Geography
CGC1W1 destreamed
French Immersion CGC1WX
Science
SNC1W1 destreamed
French Immersion SNC1WX
English
ENL1W1 destreamed
French
Students can choose from: FSF1D Single Pathway/Academic
French Immersion FSF1DX
FSF1O1 (newcomers, multilingual learners or less than 600 hours of French instruction)
addditional courses
JUNIOR PROGRAMMING
To earn an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
Students will need the following Required Courses in Grade 9 or 10.
Grade 9 or 10 – Technology Course
Grade 9 or 10 – Art Course (Drama, Music, Visual Art)
Grade 9 or 10 - Health and Physical Education
Grade 9 and 10 Additional courses are fluid, meaning you do not need to have a Grade 9 pre-requisite in order to take a Grade 10 Additional course. When planning courses for Grade 9 and 10, please review your options and plan accordingly.
Health and Physical Education
PPL1OC, PPL2OC or PAF2OF (female identified students)
PPL 10/20 This is an open course that focuses on healthy active living.
PAF2OF This course focuses on the development of a healthy active lifestyle and participation in a variety of fitness training activities.
*You need 1health and physical education credit to graduate
Family Studies
HFN1O1 and HIF2O1
HFN1O: This course focuses on making nutritious food choices and food preparation skills.
HIF2O: This explores family, peer and personal dynamics and allows students to develop practical skills.
Business
BEP2O1
This course introduces students to the world of business and what is required to be successful, ethical, and responsible in today's economy.
Visual Arts
AVI1O/AV12O
Students apply design principles when exploring the creative process
*You need 1 Arts credit to graduate which can include Art, Drama, Musical Theatre, Instrumental Music, Strings and Guitar
Dramatic Arts ADA1O/ADA2O
Music Theatre AMT1O/AMT2O
ADA1O: Students explore dramatic forms and techniques and work in groups to communicate through their dramatic works.
AMT1O: Students will experience and create music theatre productions through the roles of actor, singer, producer, designer, technician and audience. AUDITION REQUIRED
Music
AMI1OInstrumentalAMS1O Strings AMG2OGuitar
Students will learn to perform on one instrument and present their pieces in a variety of creative ways. No experience required.
Technology & The Skilled Trades
TAS1O1
TGJ2O1
TCJ2O1
TDJ2O1
TGJ2OT
*You need 1Grade 9 or 10 Techology credit to graduate
Spanish Level 1
LWSBD1
This course provides opportunities for students to begin to develop and apply skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing in Spanish.
Learning Strategies GLE1O/GLS1O
For students with an IEP. If you have specific questions about IEPs please contact Ms. Latendresse at j.latendresse@tvdsb.ca
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
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
Print the sign off sheet from myBlueprint and submit to your grade 8 Guidance Lead - due February 6, 2024
If applying from out of area please complete this form: Out of Area Application form- due February 1, 2024- at NOON
New Student to TVDSB Steps to Register:
Email the following to m.trepanier@tvdsb.ca by February 6th, 2024 if you are in the WCI boundary or February 1st, 2024 (at NOON) if outside of the WCI 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)
Provide proof of citizenship via email (e.g. copy of passport, birth certificate, permanent residence)
If applying from out of area please complete this form: Out of Area Application form- due February 1st- at NOON
Copy of Individual Education Plan (I.E.P.) - if applicable
specialist 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:
Completion of a bundle of credits in their field, including a co-op placement
Certifications and Training
Experiential Learning & Career Exploration
Reach Ahead Experiences- College and University experiences
Meet the Student Success Team
If you have questions about Registration, please contact our Head of Guidance, Mrs. Trepanier m.trepanier@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!
French Immersion
French immersion FAQs
Student FAQS
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 2024. 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: