David Thompson Odyssey加速课程

重点在创造力，低年级可以快速完成普通的课程，然后高年级有很多高级的课程，这些课程在大学时可以免修.

The David Thompson Odyssey Mini School offers a unique opportunity to the highly able (gifted) student. The program has a strong academic focus and includes an emphasis on creative and critical thinking. Students are encouraged to use higher level thinking processes, develop a positive self-concept, work both independently and cooperatively, and develop the confidence to thoughtfully respond, orally, visually and in writing with depth and creativity. Emphasis is also placed on developing skills in leadership and social responsibility and community service outside of the school is required.

The David Thompson Odyssey Mini Program begins at the Grade 8 level for English, Social Studies, Science, and Mathematics. The program offers acceleration in Mathematics and Science at the junior level providing the opportunity for advanced study in senior courses including honors level and Advanced Placement courses. David Thompson Secondary offers Advanced Placement courses in several subject areas.

Location: David Thompson Secondary, 1755 E. 55th Ave.

Grade: 8-12

District Test required: Yes

Application required: Yes

http://thompson.vsb.bc.ca/Students/OdysseyProgram/OdysseyProgramInformation2011.pdf

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The David Thompson Odyssey Mini School challenges highly motivated creative achievers. The program offers acceleration in Mathematics and Science in which students complete the Grade 8-10 curricula in two years. Acceleration provides choice and flexibility which allows students to tailor their education to meet their individual needs and goals. Enrichment courses are also offered in English and Social Studies from Grade 8-11. Under the guidance of the program coordinator, students can choose from a variety of Advanced Placement courses, electives, and delivery options such as on-line learning.

At the senior level, eight Advanced Placement subjects are offered and include AP Biology 11 and 12, AP Chemistry 11 and 12, AP Physics 11 and 12, AP Calculus AB and BC, AP English Literature, AP Psychology and AP Chinese Language and Culture. Students may participate in any or all of these programs provided they meet the established criteria. Thus, the program can accommodate students with a variety of talents and interests.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Students at each grade level are required to fulfill a minimum of 20 hours to community service outside the school each year. The students are required to find a suitable placement that will help them develop a sense of social responsibility.

SELECTION PROCESS

Students are selected through testing for entrance during their Grade 7 year. A student who wishes to enter the program after Grade 8 should contact the Odyssey Mini School coordinator to inquire if space is available. Selection will be based on student records and the results from a variety of testing instruments.A committee of representative teachers will review applications and determine the successful candidates.