Yes, you can—provided that you do not want to go to University for a program that requires Math. That is why it is important to do a bit of research now to determine if any of the future programs you are considering require math. But generally speaking, if you want to go to University for a program that does not require Math (such as law, or political science, or English), you do not need to choose Math at the University level.
Universities do look at grade 11 marks, and they use these marks to determine early acceptance in grade 12. However, it is important to keep in mind that while universities do make early considerations based off of grade 11 marks, any offer they make is conditional on completion of grade 12 with the same average. Colleges will look to grade 11 marks if the course that they require for your program requires a grade 11 course. For example, Practical Nursing requires you to have SBI3C1 (grade 11 college-Biology), therefore they will look at the average for this course when determining acceptance for that program. Therefore, whether you are planning on going to University or College, please be aware that your grade 11 marks matter.
Generally speaking, there is no official rule, but we recommend taking at least 6 mixed or university courses in grade 11. However, if you choose to take a grade 12 university or mixed course while you are in grade 11, that can count as one of your six. If you are applying to College, there is no minimum amount of Mixed/University courses you have to take; however, you should do your research because requirements for College are very program specific, so some programs might require specific courses be taken.
Generally speaking, every single university and college will view summer school credits the same as day school credits. However, there are very few university programs that would like to see you take the required courses during day school. But there are very few programs like that, so speak to your guidance counsellor when considering doing a required course at summer school.
No. It is our school policy that grade 11’s are not allowed to have spares. MyBlueprint will not allow you to submit your courses without a full timetable.