Core Courses- Grade 9
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English Language Arts 9
MEN—09—S
Language and literature help us find meaning and joy.
Exploring a rich diversity of texts deepens our understanding and develops our ability to make connections, express ideas, and think critically.
Inquiry, curiosity, and thoughtful reflection in story and text deepen our understanding of self, identity, and humanity.
Using artistry and precision in language are powerful tools in communicating for specific audiences and purposes.
Social Studies 9
MSS—09—S
Socials 9 aims to develop understandings of power, identity, emerging ideas, and the relationship between humans and geography. Students will investigate the effects of imperialism and colonialism, the revolutions that arise from them, Canada’s journey toward nation building and independence - including our nation’s role in World War One, and the effect of Canada’s geography on regional identity and economics. Will develop our Curricular Competencies of Significance, Evidence, Perspective, Continuity & Change, Cause & Consequence, and Ethical Judgement through inquiry processes. These skills will be the foundation for future courses in Social Studies and beyond.
Math 9
MMA—09—S
Through inquiry, we explore mathematics flexibly, creatively, and reflectively.
Linear relations can be represented in many ways that have important connections.
People can solve problems and express their mathematical thinking in a range of forms.
Topics in mathematics are interconnected and interrelated.
Science 9
MSC—09—S
Science 9 surveys four major branches of science: Biology (Cells and Cell Division), Chemistry (Atoms and Electron Arrangements), Physics (Electricity), and Earth Science (Matter Cycles and Energy Flow). Through labs and projects, this course will provide opportunities to develop many core competencies and Science skills such as questioning and predicting, processing and analyzing data and information, and communicating thought processes and scientific findings. For detailed information on the new curriculum, please see: https://curriculum.gov.bc.ca/curriculum/science/9
Careers 9
MCE—09—T
Career exploration allows students to dig deeper into learning about careers in local and regional labour markets. Experiences are tailored to each student’s interests, which makes them feel involved and better informed for making future career and education choices. This helps students to make decisions about:
Career and work options
High school program and course selection
Post-secondary requirements
Developing personal resiliency