What students need to know:

 Students will have an opportunity to choose an arts class that will focus on one of the four strands outlined below; the class will also integrate the relationships among the other 3 strands throughout the course. 

Visual (ARE09V):   Students will be taught visual literacy and foundational art skills in focus areas such as drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics, and print making, investigating curricular themes of “Personal Identity” and “Taking Action”

 Drama (ARE09T):  Students will become familiar with theatre as a result of an introduction to characterization, script work, improvisation and movement.

Dance (ARE09D):  This is an active and energetic class that uses the theme of social action to introduce foundational dance techniques, choreography, and a variety of dance styles such as hip hop, jazz, lyrical, and cultural dance styles.

Band(ARE09B):  Students will work with a wide range of quality repertoire to further develop instrumental technique, rhythmic competence, aural skills, interpretive concepts, theory, and historical knowledge through the theme of "Taking Action".  Music performance opportunities include three evening concerts at Centennial, music festivals in and out of town, and other community performances as they arise. Participation in all performances is an expected part of the course.

What students need to know:

• language-based courses focused on the six strands of ELA: speaking, listening, reading, writing, viewing, and representing

• Enriched opportunities can be experienced within the context of the regular classroom; teachers will assess students’ needs for adaptation of the course

What students need to know:

• runs over both semesters - part 1 and part 2

• covers square roots, surface area, exponents, rational numbers, polynomials, linear equations, inequalities, graphing linear equations, scale diagrams, circles, and data collection

• Commerce and Computer Applications ( CCS09) is integrated into this course, which includes an overview of the basics of Photoshop, Scratch, computer science, AutoCAD, accounting, and personal finance, using word processing and spreadsheets, and keyboarding proficiency

• Enriched Mathematics (MTH09EX/MTH09EZ) is also available for strong math students who can handle an accelerated pace and enrichment

• Math 9+ is designed for students with gaps in prior math instruction; speak with your Grade 8 teacher and the counselor to determine if this is the right option.  Students do not complete the Commerce and Computer Applications outcomes, but will receive an additional 45 hours of math instruction.

What students need to know:

 Students have a choice of the following PAA courses:

• Computer Technology (TEC09)

  • • survey of topics available in courses available in Grades 10-12, including accounting, communications media, computer science, drafting, information processing, photograph and robotics

• Construction, Drafting, and Trades Exploration - (PAA09)

  • • This course provides students with a well-rounded introduction to the skilled trades by combining hands-on building, technical skill development, and design and planning. Students will gain a strong foundation for future construction, trades, or technical courses.

    • Construction - Students will  learn and apply hand and power tool safety, develop basic woodworking and construction skills, construct a variety of projects using industry-standard tools, learn shop organization, material handling, and safe work practices, and build confidence, responsibility, and technical skills

    • Drafting - This course introduces students to the fundamentals of drafting, design, and technical drawing used in construction, engineering, and manufacturing industries. Students can expect to learn to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints, create hand-drawn and digital drawings using AutoCAD, explore isometric, oblique, and basic 3D drawings,develop spatial awareness and design thinking skills, and connect design concepts to real-world construction and manufacturing

    • Trades Exploration - Throughout the course, students will also learn about trade pathways, apprenticeships, and post-secondary options, helping them make informed decisions about future career possibilities. Students can expect to build small construction projects (such as a mini framed wall), create and test low-voltage electrical circuits, explore basic electrical, drywall, and finishing techniques, and learn about careers and opportunities in the skilled trades, develop teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Independent Living - two units, each comprises half a term (IND09)

  • • Foods - basic and safe use of kitchen equipment and cooking techniques while preparing a variety of foods (cookies, quick breads, snacks, small meals); emphasis on principles of Canada's Food Guide

    • Clothing - operation and basic techniques of sewing machines and clothing construction. Projects include a cell phone case, quilted pillow, pajama pants, or boxers.  Students are responsible for supplies.  

What students need to know:

• development of awareness and appreciation of the influence of the past on current and future events through exploration, discussion, investigation, problem-solving, and interaction

• units include: time, change, causality, and culture

• content includes: calendars and time, ancient civilizations and cultures from around the world, indigenous cultures of North, South, and Central America, feudalism, the Reformation and Renaissance, and more