2025/2026 Course Selection is open February 10, 2025 until March 3, 2025
This is me in Grade 9 baby...
Anything but a Backpack day (top)
Welcome Week(left)
Hanging in the commons (right)
Arts Education
English Language Arts A
English Language Arts B
Mathematics - Part 1
Mathematics - Part 2
Science
Social Studies
Physical Education - paired in 1 semester with Health
Physical Education - paired in 1 semester with Career Education
Elective of choice - Practical and Applied Arts, Arts Education, French, EAL or support classes are options from which students can choose
*Choral 9 is offered at lunch-hour and can be taken in addition to the 10 required classes listed above*
What you 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.
Music (Band) (ARE09B): Students will work with a wide range of quality repertoire in order 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 you need to know:
runs at lunch hour, so it can be an additional class; students will participate in concerts outside of school times several times throughout the year
no experience needed
introduces students to the fundamentals of choral singing through development of basic vocal technique, musical literacy, ear training and listening skills
What you 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 you need to know:
aims to guide students through authentic language and thinking skills
development of basic communication skills, strategies to communicate, knowledge and expansion of cultural awareness
emphasis on aural and oral tasks in an activity-based environment
students with French Immersion background should identify themselves when registering to ensure appropriate placement
Need this in French...
What you 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 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) are 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 you need to know:
concentrates on promoting a healthy, active lifestyle
students will participate in a variety of activities that emphasize team play and participation
In each semester, students will alternate PE with Career Education (semester 1) and Health (semester 2)
Career Education helps students build positive self-image and use career information to begin development of a life and work plan that is individualized to their abilities and desires.
Health focuses on holistic development and strategies to make healthy decisions related to safety, infection/disease, relationships, food choices, addictions, grief/loss, chronic illness and sexual health.
Soccer Academy (PED09S) - open to all students wishing to develop their soccer skills. Detailed information about the Soccer Academy can be found under the Specialized Programs tab.
Band (PED09-B) students follow a Day 1/Day 2 schedule that alternates Band and PE. Health Education and Career Education are scheduled as a stand-alone class.
Regular PE is offered as male-only (PED09-M), female-only (PED-09F) or mixed (PED09).
What you 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 Wilderness - three units, each comprises 1/3 a term (PAA09)
Construction - basic tool and machine safety, shop practices, develop and practice skills with a variety of hand and power tools through the construction of projects
Drafting - read, reproduce and create plans by hand as well as through basic drafting tools in AutoCAD; emphasis on isometric and oblique projection; exploration of 3D modeling
Wilderness - knot tying, tarp set-up, fire building, Leave No Trace education, compass use
Course fee required
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 constuction. Projects include cell phone case, quilted pillow, pajama pants or boxers. Students are responsible for supplies.
Course fee required
What you need to know:
focus on skills including problem solving, data analysis, graphing and experimentation
units include: chemistry, biology, electricity, space
What you 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