ELL Level 1 - 2 XLDCE09 (5004)
This support is designed to help students who are new to Canada or the English language in improving basic English skills in the areas of speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Also included is an introduction to Canada and Canadian culture. Students successfully completing ELL 1-2 are placed in ELL Level 3- 4.
ELL Level 3 - 4 XLDCF09 (5008)
This support is designed not only to help students improve their basic competency in English, but also to introduce them to the academic demands of the B.C. high school system. Support will continue in the essential areas of speaking, listening, reading, and writing, with emphasis given to study skills and content area knowledge. Students are required to demonstrate a Level 4 proficiency in English before enrolling in Composition or Humanities.
ELL Humanities 9 XLDCE09HU (10052)
This course is designed to prepare students for success in English 10 and Social Studies 10. It is intended for students who speak a language other than English at home. It includes a Social Studies and an English component. The curriculum reflects the requirements of the English 9 and Social Studies 9 IRP’s with strong emphasis on writing and comprehension skills.
ELL Math / Science XLDCE09SC (10049)
This course has been designed for students new to Canada who need support in gaining success in both Math and Science classes. Ideally, this course introduces and reviews many of the basic mathematical concepts and functions required for success at the Math 9 level. In addition, students will participate in hands-on learning of essential scientific principles and processes enabling them to achieve greater success in the regular classroom. Throughout this content-based approach, the students will continue to develop and practice the English language skills needed for success.
ELL Canadian Studies 10(B/AA) YESFL0B--S (10107)
This course has been designed for ELL students with little or no Social Studies background. Key vocabulary, visuals, and concepts are covered in this course to ensure success in Social Studies 11. Emphasis will be placed on Canadian history and geography in preparation for entrance into Social Studies 11. Intermediate English competency is required.
ELL Transition 9 XLDCH09 (9051)
This is a special support block provided to assist ELL students in making the transition through Composition 11 , English 10, English 11 and English 12. This is an assigned course and students are expected to attend regularly and to participate to their fullest. Support will be provided for
Grammar practice
Sentence and paragraph writing
Essay and presentation preparation
Reading comprehension
Discussion
Study skills
Any other academic difficulties students may have