TABLE OF CONTENTS
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS ................................................................. 4
GRADE 9 PROGRAM ..................................................................................... 7
GRADE 10 PROGRAM ................................................................................... 9
ADVANCED PLACEMENT PROGRAM ..................................................... 13
RANKING OF STUDENTS .......................................................................... 14
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Art .................................................................................................................. 16
Business .......................................................................................................... 17
English ............................................................................................................. 20
French ............................................................................................................. 23
Health/Physical Education ................................................................................ 27
Home Economics/Family Living ....................................................................... 27
Mathematics .................................................................................................... 30
Music .............................................................................................................. 33
Science ........................................................................................................... 34
Social Studies .................................................................................................. 39
Technical-Vocational ....................................................................................... 42
STUDENT SERVICES ...................................................................................45
KVHS CITIZENSHIP AWARD……………………………………………...47
CLUBS AND COMMITTEES ....................................................................... 48
INTRODUCTION
This handbook is intended for all grade 9, 10, 11 and 12 prospective students of Kennebecasis Valley High School. Its purpose is to inform you of the wide range of courses and extra-curricular activities offered at Kennebecasis Valley High School.
Kennebecasis Valley High School is a comprehensive high school of approximately 1,100 students. Since its opening in 1975, many graduating students have gone on to universities and community colleges throughout Canada and the United States or have entered directly into the work force.
While Kennebecasis Valley High School maintains standards that encourage academic excellence, the school invites you to develop your total potential by becoming involved in extra-curricular activities and other student services offered throughout the year. A list of these is provided in this booklet.
We believe that Kennebecasis Valley High School will provide you with an atmosphere in which you can think, learn, create, and grow individually during your high school years. With the help of staff, students, parents and the community, Kennebecasis Valley High School will continue to be a concerned educational institution offering quality instruction.
For more information about Kennebecasis Valley High School, you can contact us at:
Kennebecasis Valley High School Phone #: 847-6200
P.O. Box 4813 Fax #: 847-6208
Rothesay, N.B. Web Site: www.kvhigh.com
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Principal: Robert Munro
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
Welcome to Kennebecasis Valley High School. This is a large composite high school that has grades 9 to 12 inclusive. Students take provincially prescribed courses and they are evaluated on their ability to meet specific outcomes. The Graduation Years in grades 11 and 12 are organized in the semestered system where students select ten courses each year. The students take five courses in each of two semesters.
Students in the Graduation Years have the option of selecting a broad range of enriched and Advanced Placement courses. A.P. courses expose students to university level studies during their high school experience.
I encourage all students to work hard and become involved in their classes as well as the many extracurricular programs, which we provide. It is only by being involved that students will gain the true benefits of a complete education.
I hope that you will be able to look back after your graduation and take pride in the fact that you have benefited from and contributed positively to your school.
Robert Munro, Principal
Kennebecasis Valley High School
5 CREDIT SEMESTER SCHOOL GRADES 11 AND 12
Compulsory Courses
Graduation Requirements (5 credit semester)
Compulsory courses:
Grade 11
English 111 or 112 or 113 (2 credits)
Math (Geometry & Applications 112 or Applications in Math 113) (1 credit)
Science (or approved Technology Course) (1 credit)
Modern History 112 or 113 (1 credit)
Fine Arts/Life Role Development cluster (1 credit)
Grade 12
English 121 or 122 or 123 (1 credit)
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7 compulsory credits from 20
17 credits (including compulsory courses) required
5 credits at the grade 12 level
THE FOUR YEAR HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM
20 CREDIT SYSTEM
Grade 11-12
Schools with 5 credit semester
The Four Year High School
Grade 9 |
Grade 10 |
Grade 11 |
Grade 12 |
English (year) |
English (year, levels) |
English (2 credits) |
English |
Math (year) |
Math (year, levels) |
Math (1 credit) |
Elective |
French |
French |
Science |
Elective |
Social Studies |
Social Studies |
History |
Elective |
Science |
Science |
Fine Arts/Life Role* |
Elective |
180 hours in Health & Physical Education, Visual Arts, Music & BBT- Broad Based Technology |
180 hours in Health & Physical Education, Visual Arts, Music & BBT- Broad Based Technology |
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* Fine Arts/Life Role Development Cluster
Visual Arts 110/120 Family Living 120
Music 112/113/122 Co-op Ed 120
Fine Arts 110 Health and Phys Ed 120
Theatre Arts 120 Entrepreneurship 110
Graphic Art and Design 110
COMPUTER LITERACY
REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION
The Province of New Brunswick now requires all students to be computer literate before they graduate from a New Brunswick High School. Therefore, students must have a credit in a recognized computer course or have equivalent computer experience.
Courses which are offered by this school that meet the computer literacy criteria are:
Computer Aided Basic Drafting 110 Computer Assisted Manufacturing 110
Micro Electronics 120 Computer Science 110
Information Processing 120 Information Technology 110
Computer Education 120 Introduction to Electronics 110
Computer Science AP Broad Based Technology 100
ELECTIVE COURSES
The Elective course selection is designed to allow students flexibility in completing their requirements for graduation. Electives may be chosen from a broad range of subjects; or students may choose to concentrate in one specialized area of the curriculum, for example, science or business education or motor mechanics.
Elective courses may be chosen from the four clusters in the compulsory category, provided such electives are over and above the compulsory credits, or from any other approved courses described in this handbook.
Elective course selection will often depend on counselling from parents, teachers, guidance personnel, and administrators. Students who plan careers in engineering, for example, must have the appropriate courses on their graduation transcript which will allow them access to universities of their choice. A key consideration is to have students open as many education doors as possible. Student programs, therefore, should be flexible and adaptable.
PASS MARK
The pass mark for all courses at grade 9, 10, 11 and 12 levels is 60%.
Grade 9/10 Subjects
The four years of high school, referred to as “The High School Program”, consists of two basic units, the 9/10 program and the 11/12 program. The basic core of skills, knowledge, competencies and experiences necessary for future learnings in the 11/12 program and beyond is the central focus of public education from kindergarten to grade ten. The distinguishing features of grade nine are the common curriculum, heterogeneous grouping, scheduling by classes or teams and student promotion decided by teachers/the teaching team on an all or nothing basis. Grade ten is defined by the opportunity for some curriculum choice, heterogeneous grouping in some subjects with the option to ability group in others, teaming where possible, and promotion by subject.
The following general descriptions outline the course of studies in each year:
Grade 9
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS (180 hours)
The curriculum focus for this course is reading, writing, speaking, listening and thinking. Students develop their ability to write clear sentences, paragraphs, and essays and provide personal responses and analyses. Short stories, novels, poetry, and drama are the genres for achieving academic outcomes. Students are introduced to the world of Shakespeare. A provincial literacy assessment is written and is a graduation requirement.
MATHEMATICS/F.I. MATH (180 hours)
Grade 9 Mathematics is a full year course that provides the basis for high school Mathematics. Topics covered include number theory concepts, operation principles in numeric and algebraic forms, pattern representation, measurement, geometry, data analysis and probability.
Text: Interactions 9 (Prentice Hall)
Minds on Math 9 (Addison Wesley)
Omni Mathematics
SCIENCE 9/FI SCIENCE 9 (90 hours)
The Science 9 course is designed to offer students an opportunity to learn about the varied disciplines of science. The course is divided into four components. They include Atoms and Elements, Reproduction, Characteristics of Electricity and Space Exploration.
Text for Science 9: Nelson Science 9 Text for FI Science 9: Sciences 9
SOCIAL STUDIES (180 hours) & F.I. SOCIAL STUDIES (90 hours)
In this course students investigate our Canadian identity and its personal significance for them. Within a project based approach appropriate for social studies learning, students investigate the many peoples, identities, histories and the geography that make up our diverse country. Students are exposed to a variety of different media including video and multimedia information.
CORE FRENCH (90 hours)
This course will develop student’s basic conversational skills. This is a continuation of the Middle School program. Emphasis is placed on speaking and listening skills. Therefore, students will be expected to participate actively in the classroom sessions (dialogues, role playing and group work). This course covers the language skills necessary for effective communication in French in daily situations.
Text: Ça marche (-Ma chambre, ma vie –Mission emploi), Communi-Quête (Studio créateur)
FRENCH IMMERSION LANGUAGE ARTS -EARLY & LATE (180 hours)
This course is open to students who have completed the Early and Late Immersion Programs at the Middle School level. This course will deal with the following aspects: vocabulary, oral expression, composition, literature and culture. Early F.I. Language Arts students will delve more deeply into French vocabulary and grammar.
Texts: Language Modules, Readings from various sources, 3 novels
SPECIALITY
Students will spend approximately 45 hours studying each of the following: Visual Arts, Music, Health & Physical Education and BBT-Broad Based Technology.
Grade 10
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 10 (180 hours)
Prerequisite: Students must have passed English Language Arts 9 to advance to ELA 10.
The curriculum focus for this course is reading, writing, speaking, listening and thinking. Students continue developing their ability to write clear sentences, paragraphs, and essays. Short stories, novels, poetry, and plays are the genres for achieving academic outcomes. A Shakespearean play is studied. In some circumstances, students may be grouped according to ability.
MATHEMATICS/F.I. MATH 10 (180 hours)
Grade 10 Mathematics is a full year course for which students must earn a minimum grade of 60% before proceeding to Grade 11 Mathematics. Students will be grouped according to ability, based on Grade 9 Math teacher recommendation. Students recommended for Pre AP Grade 10 Mathematics will complete this course in semester one, and should register for Math 111, Geometry and Applications in the second semester of their Grade 10 year. Grade 10 Mathematics expands on concepts learned in Math 9, as well as additional concepts including linear and quadratic functions, solving linear systems, graphing on the Cartesian plane, trigonometry and statistics. See below for an explanation on the three groupings.
Text: Mathematical Modelling Book 1, Nelson Canada
Constructing Mathematics Book 1, Nelson Canada
Pre AP Math 10/FI Pre AP Math 10
This accelerated course is completed in the first semester. Students recommended for this level should also register for Geometry and Applications 111 in the second semester. These courses are sequenced in this manner so that the student with an interest in taking Advanced Placement Calculus in their grade 12 year will be able to do so.
Applied Math 10
This course is designed for those students who struggle with more abstract mathematical concepts. Students recommended for this level must earn a grade of 60% or more in this full year course, before registering in Applications in Mathematics 113, for their Grade 11 year.
Math 10/FI Math 10
This full-year course, along with Pre AP Math, is designed for the student interested in preparation for math-based courses in post-secondary institutions. A minimum grade of 60% in this course will enable the student to register in Geometry and Applications 112 and Functions and Relations 112.
SOCIAL STUDIES 10 AND F.I. SOCIAL STUDIES 10 (COMPULSORY)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Grade 9 Canadian Identity or F.I. Canadian Identity. Students will be introduced to the cultural foundations of our society through the study of the development of western civilization in the ancient and medieval periods. Specific topics include ancient Greece, ancient Rome, medieval Europe, and the Renaissance and Reformation. Students may be grouped according to ability.
SCIENCE 10 AND F.I. SCIENCE 10
Students should have a passing grade in grade 9 Science/FI Science and the recommendation of the grade 9 Science teacher
This course is compulsory for students who will be electing Biology 112, Biology 122, Biology 121, Chemistry 112, Chemistry 111, Chemistry 112, Chemistry 121, Environmental Science 122, Environmental Science 123, Physics 112, Physics 111, Physics 122, and Physics 121. Science 10 must be taken before the above courses, i.e., a prerequisite.
The Science 10 course is designed to offer students an opportunity to learn about the varied disciplines of science. The course is divided into four components. They include Sustainability of Ecosystems, Weather Dynamics, Chemical Reactions and Motion.
Text for Science 10: Nelson 10 Text for FI Science 10: Omniscience 10
FRENCH 10 (Core)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of regular Grade 9 Core French course.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of regular Grade 9 Core French course.
This course is designed to develop students’ basic conversational skills in French. The four linguistic abilities are used: oral and reading comprehension and oral & reading production. However, more emphasis is placed on developing the speaking and listening skills. Therefore, students will be expected to participate actively in classroom sessions (dialogues, role playing and group work). This course covers the language skills necessary for effective communication in French in daily situations.
Texts: Ça marche (-Nous, les Canadiens –Films à l’affiche), Communi-Quête (Mission survie)
EARLY F.I. LANGUAGE ARTS 10
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Grade 9 Early French Immersion.
This course emphasizes communication in order to foster growth of the language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. It encourages the use of the language as a vehicle for communication and reflection, and as a factor in the student's personal development. It will also increase the student's cultural knowledge and experience. This course will deal with the following aspects: vocabulary, oral expression, composition, literature and culture. It is taken in conjunction with F.I. Social Studies 10, FI Science 10 and FI Math 10.
Texts: Language Modules (MPEF), Readings from various sources, 3 Novels
LATE F.I. LANGUAGE ARTS 10
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Grade 9 Late French Immersion.
This course emphasizes communication in order to foster growth of the four language skills as well as increase the student's cultural knowledge and experience. This course emphasizes the use of the language as an instrument for communication and reflection, and as a factor in the students' personal development. The course deals with the following aspects: vocabulary and oral expression, literature, composition, and culture. It is to be taken in conjunction with F.I. Social Studies 10, FI Science 10 and FI Math 10.
Texts: Rencontres, Language Modules (MPEF), Readings from various sources, Short Stories
VISUAL ARTS 10
(FULL SEMESTER – 90 OPTIONAL)
This course is the foundation course for Art and Design. It introduces students to a variety of art materials, techniques and concepts. The course explores the basic elements of line, shape, texture, colour and value through a series of drawings, painting, printmaking or sculpture projects. Throughout the course students are encouraged to discuss, analyse and evaluate their own work and that of others. Students will need to purchase an art kit, the cost of which will be kept to $20.00.
GRADE 10 PHYSICAL EDUCATION
(FULL SEMESTER OPTIONAL)
The purpose of this course is to provide an in-depth knowledge of skills and strategies in various physical recreation activities
Textbook: Fitness for Life
MUSIC 10 (Full Semester Optional)
Emphasis will be placed on both the practical aspect of music – performing in solos and ensembles and theory, ear training, sight singing and music history. This course leads into Music 111/112. Students should be able to “solo” on an instrument or voice. The aim of this course is to help develop well-rounded knowledgeable individuals and competent musicians of the high school level.
Texts: Essentials of Music (theory) Book I
Standard of Excellence (history) Book I
GRADE 10 BROAD BASED TECHNOLOGY 10
(1/2 Semester/45 hour optional course) –
Prerequisite: Broad Based Technology 9
This course is for grade 10 students only. This course builds on skills developed in grade 9 B.B.T. Students explore computer graphics, animations, digital imaging, digital audio and web publishing. Students develop computer-based projects.
Computer literacy graduation requirements will be met with successful completion of this course.
SPECIALTY COURSES
A combination of 45 hours each of Visual Arts/Music or Health & Physical Education/BBT-Broad Based Technology
90 hours of Visual Arts or Music or Health & Physical Education or BBT-Broad Based Technology
ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES/ADVANCED PLACEMENT PROGRAM
The Advanced Placement (AP) Program is a cooperative educational endeavour between secondary schools, colleges and universities. It exposes high school students to college-level material through involvement in an A.P. course, and it gives them the opportunity to show that they have mastered the material by taking an A.P. examination. Colleges and universities can then grant credit, placement, or both, to students who have done so.
Students can benefit from taking A.P. courses by learning a subject in greater depth, developing skills that will be critically important to successful study in university, and demonstrating to universities their willingness to undertake a challenging course. A.P. courses do make substantial academic demands on students.
A.P. has been accepted by many schools as a method of enrichment and it has grown steadily. The number of examinations written by Canadian students in 1995 was 6706. The number of examinations written in Canada in 2006 was 16,730. 2,312,611 A.P. examinations were written world wide in 2005.
A.P. offers high schools the opportunity to motivate their best students, enhance the quality of the curriculum and demonstrate to the community the school's commitment to strong academic standards.
A.P. can motivate students to attempt more challenging courses in high school and university. It can bolster their confidence that they can meet college requirements. Successful completion of the A.P. examination taken in high school can provide college credits and exempt students from some introductory college courses, thus permitting students to move more quickly into advanced classes.
Research on the effects of A.P. courses and examinations has demonstrated that, when A.P. students reach university, they typically take additional courses and examinations in the academic areas of their A.P. courses, enrol in more courses than their peers, achieve higher grade point averages and graduate with double majors, and go on to graduate school at a rate double that of their non-A.P. peers.
More detailed information regarding specific courses and their implementation is available from the guidance department or Mr. Munro.
Ranking of Students
Ranking of students based on final marks is used in three different ways. They are: high honors and honors, ranking for post-secondary applications and scholarships and ranking for the Governor General’s Award.
The honours and high honours standing is an average of the marks earned in all courses taken in a semester. Honours is from 80% - 89.9%. High Honours is 90% and over.
The post secondary ranking is used to determine the rank of the students who are eligible to apply to Universities. Current Grade 11 students and all subsequent potential graduates will be ranked based on their marks in all courses that could be used for entrance to UNB taken in Grade 11 and the first semester of Grade 12. Enriched level one classes in which a student has 85% or greater will result in 0.33 of one per-cent being added to the students’ average. Although all students are given a rank in relation to their graduating class, it is approximately the top ten students for whom this is most important.
Each University does their own ranking for scholarship purposes but they do want to know who our top students are.
The Governor General’s Award will be determined by the students’ average on all courses taken in Grade 11 and 12.
GRADUATION YEARS
Grades 11 and 12
COURSE
DESCRIPTIONS
ART DEPARTMENT
The Art courses are designed to provide students with opportunities to develop:
- their skills in art processes and techniques,
- their understanding of a number of art movements and theories,
- their potential to respond critically to visual and aesthetic phenomena,
VISUAL ARTS 110
Prerequisite: Grade 9 and 10 Art
This course offers students a deeper understanding of the elements and principles of drawing, painting, and sculpture. Emphasis is on studio work. Group discussions and written work with an art historical focus are regular features. Students will need to purchase an acrylic painting kit, the cost of which will be kept to $25.00.
GRAPHIC ART AND DESIGN 110
Prerequisite: Grade 9 and an average of 75% or above in Visual Art 10
Students examine the changing face of graphic and computer art as well as the history of print media. Explorations include the study of typography and calligraphy and the application of text to all forms of media. Students apply the elements/principles of design to group and individual art projects such as sinage, billboards and production of school play posters. Black & white darkroom techniques are introduced. This course fulfills the computer credit. A lab fee of $25 applies.
VISUAL ARTS 120 – OFFERED IN FALL SEMESTER TO DEVELOP WORK FOR PORTFOLIO
Prerequisite: an average of 75% or more in Visual Arts 110 or Graphic Art and Design 110.
This course is divided into four units. Within this structure, students choose activities from both assigned and independent projects. Group discussions and written work focusing on contemporary art are a required part of this course. Students learn curation skills by participating in a senior show at the end of the semester. As well as being a course of general interest, Art 120 offers those seriously interested in continuing their education in Art the opportunity to prepare works that may be included in a portfolio. Students will need to purchase an art kit, the cost of which will be kept to $25.00.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT STUDIO ART
This course offers serious students of art the opportunity to develop a strong portfolio and participation in the College Board Advanced Placement Program. Emphasis is placed on production of quality art works. Ongoing student critiques form an important part of this course. The course is year long. Students work independently first semester and complete portfolios for submission to the College Board in Art 120, second semester. Portfolios are read in early June.
BUSINESS EDUCATION
Courses in business studies will provide opportunities for students to:
- develop an awareness and understanding of the forces that influence our economy and standard of living.
- develop a responsiveness to learning in a business studies environment.
- develop the business-related skills, attitudes, knowledge and concepts that they will require for their personal use.
- develop feelings of self-worth and self-confidence through their business studies, assignments and applications.
- acquire an appropriate business education background for post-secondary education and future careers in the world of business.
- acquire the business, personal, and interpersonal skills, knowledge and attitudes essential for direct entry into and successful
participation in the world of work.
- develop the ability to communicate effectively in a business environment.
- acquire the knowledge and understanding that they require to make sound educational and career choices in the future.
BUSINESS EDUCATION COURSES/BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE
To obtain a Certificate of Merit in Business Technology, a student must complete successfully three (3) courses from the following program of study:
Entrepreneurship 110 Introduction to Accounting 120
Computer Science 110 Computer Science 120
Business Organization & Management 120
ADVANCED KEYBOARDING 110
The main objective of Advanced Keyboarding 110 is to develop the skill of typewriting and to use it as a writing tool. The course content includes developing an acceptable production rate in many areas of business typing, such as letters and envelopes, tabulation, outlines, manuscripts and resumes. Word processing applications are also explored.
Text: Gregg Typing Series Seven
ENTREPRENEURSHIP 110
Entrepreneurship 110 is designed to help the student learn about the skills, abilities, and personal characteristics that are needed to become a successful entrepreneur, as well as develop individual aptitudes, attitudes and interests. The student will practice the techniques involved in accurately assessing opportunities, generating ideas, selecting and evaluating ideas, and preparing carefully drawn up plans for putting these into action. Entrepreneurship 110 emphasizes the development of concepts rather than specific business skills. The course makes extensive use of case studies, and where possible, business simulations.
Text: The Entrepreneurial Spirit
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 110
This course is designed to give an overview of computer technology in today's society with special emphasis on computers in the world of Business. (This is not a programming course.) Information Technology provides students with hands-on computer experience in the use of operating systems, word processing, spreadsheet and database software. Other areas explored include: computer competency, basic tools, systems software, the central processing unit, secondary storage, and input/output. About 70% of the class time will be spent on computers. Basic typing skills would be an asset.
Texts: Computing Essentials
Learning Microsoft Office
INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING 120
NOTE: This course is designed for students in their final year who are planning to attend university or community college.
The course includes the development and use of journals, ledgers and related books of accounts as well as a computer accounting package if time permits. Basic accounting principles and concepts are discussed at some length to help students understand the conceptual framework of accounting. The preparation and use of the financial statements of proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations are studied in some detail. This course is accepted as a university entrance (elective) credit for all programs at University of New Brunswick.
Text: Accounting 1
BUSINESS ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT 120
This course is designed for university preparatory students in their last year of high school. Students should gain an understanding of how the business system is managed in Canada, emphasis being placed on business problems as seen through the eyes of management. Projects, case studies and problem solving are a major part of the course. The major topics included are: business ownership, small business management; the functions and problems of management; financial management and control; production; marketing procedures; business, government and society; and future careers in business.
Text: Canadian Business
COMPUTER SCIENCE 110 (Computer Programming)
The objectives of this course are to introduce students to the world of computers and their impact on society, computer science concepts, and fundamental problem solving skills. Course emphasis is on using Visual Basic computer language and problem solving skills. Students will acquire the skills needed to write computer programs and solve computer related problems. Students may have the opportunity to become acquainted with other computer language. This course is a prerequisite for all other programming courses such as Computer Science 120 and Computer AP.
Text: Using Visual Basic and/or
Visual Basic 6.0, Introduction to Programming
COMPUTER SCIENCE 120
Prerequisite: Computer Science 110
Computer Science 120 adds to the concept and skills developed in Computer Science 110. The course will lead to a more structured approach to problem solving and programming. During the course, the students will be introduced to a variety of different programming concepts including character string manipulation, two dimensional arrays, file handling, and sorting and searching techniques. The student will also be introduced to terms and techniques relating to computer language Visual Basic and/or C++. The purchase of a diskette will be required. Students considering taking Computer Science 120 should have a good understanding of the concepts introduced in Computer Science 110 while being aware that the homework may be more demanding than in many other courses.
Text: Visual Basic 6.0, Introduction To Computer Science and Using C++
COMPUTER SCIENCE AP
Prerequisite: Computer Science 110 and 120
This course is designed for any student serious about pursuing a career in computer science. Course emphasis is on structured programming using the C++ programming language and preparation for the Advanced Placement Exam. The student will be introduced to terms and techniques relating to computer systems analysis. This course builds on the concepts and skills developed in Computer Science 110 and Computer Science 120. Students will be expected to be well organized and motivated. Students will be required to do an online distance education course to learn the Java programming language. They will also have to prepare themselves for the AP exam by pursuing independent studies outside of class time.
Text: Introduction to Computer Science, Using C++
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION 120
Note: In order to enrol in Cooperative Education, Grade 12 students must submit an application with references, and are screened by an interviewing committee. Successful applicants will be those students who have achieved academically in subject areas relating to the specific field of business or industry they wish to explore. There is limited enrolment in the course.
Cooperative Education is offered during one semester only and is a two-credit course. This course provides the "hands-on" experience that extends the learning process beyond the school into the work place. It is a course that integrates classroom theory with practical experience and learning in the working world. Approximately 70% of course time will be at the work place. Students are placed in workstations where they are provided with challenging tasks and responsibilities and they learn by doing. The course is based on a partnership between the school and business/industry, and involves the participation of students, teachers, employers and employee supervisors. This course is accepted as a university entrance (elective) credit at University of New Brunswick.
DISTANCE EDUCATION 120
The province offers expanded learning opportunities to all students by allowing optional and/or advance level courses, which because of illness or school scheduling might not otherwise be available. A list of these courses and descriptions may be found by logging on to ltt.nbed.nb.ca. Not all these courses are available to be taken at Kennebecasis Valley High School.
Students who wish to take an on-line course must be in their graduating year, complete a number of forms, be interviewed by the Registrar and have permission of Administration. Students must also have access to a computer and the internet outside of school hours. They must also be able to learn independently, have good reading comprehension and writing skills, be able and willing to commit 10 hours a week to complete the course and be computer literate before starting the course.
ENGLISH DEPARTMENT
In order to graduate, students must successfully complete an English course at each grade level. In Grade 11, students have the option of taking English Language Arts 111, 112, or 113. This choice continues in Grade 12 with English Language Arts 121, 122, and 123. Students planning to attend university and certain college programs must complete 111 or 112 and 121 or 122. Students planning to enter the workforce immediately after graduation or who plan to attend certain college courses and who do not plan to attend university may take 113 and 123. Students may wish to consult their guidance counselor as to which Grades 11 and 12 English courses they should take. Please note prerequisites for individual courses in the course descriptions.
Canadian Literature 120, AP English Literature 120, Journalism 120, Media Studies 120, Reading Tutor 120, Theatre Arts 120, and Writing 110 are elective courses.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 111
Prerequisite: Students must have passed English Language Arts 10 with 80% and be recommended by their English Language Arts 10 teacher.
This course is designed for students whose aptitudes and interests in language and literature are above average. While English Language Arts 111 meets the same goals as English Language Arts 112, this course also provides an enriched variety of experiences, texts, and ideas to challenge students to a greater range and depth than English Language Arts 112. To suit students’ interests and abilities, this course progresses at a faster pace and students are expected to work more independently and to take more responsibility for their studies than in English Language Arts 112. Strong reading and writing skills are essential for success in this course.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 112
Prerequisite: Students must have completed English Language Arts 10.
This is the regular college preparatory course for students who plan to attend university or college. Students will study novels, plays (including a Shakespearean play), and poetry. Students will also develop their sentence, paragraph, and essay writing skills. Students will also focus on information and media literacy.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 113
Prerequisite: Students must have complete English Language Arts 10.
This course is for students who wish to enter the workforce after graduation or enter certain college programs. This is not a course for a student who wishes to attend university immediately after graduation. High priority is given to the development of reading comprehension and to effective oral and written communication. Practical and personal writing is stressed. Students will also be exposed to a variety of literary forms.
LANGUAGE ARTS 121
Prerequisite: Students must have passed English Language Arts 111.
As with English Language Arts 111, this course is designed for students whose aptitudes and interests in language and literature are above average. Though essentially the same outcomes are met in English Language Arts 122 and English Language Arts 121, English Language Arts 121 progresses at a faster pace and students are expected to work more independently and to take more responsibility for their studies. Students are also expected to cover a wider supplementary reading and writing program.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 122
Prerequisite: Students must have passed English Language Arts 111 or English Language Arts 112.
This is the regular college preparatory course for students who plan to attend university or college. Although there is emphasis placed on good writing skills, English Language Arts 122 has a greater focus on literature and on personal and critical responses to literature. Upon completion of this course, a student will be prepared for a university level course in English or a related discipline.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 123
Prerequisite: Students must have passed English Language Arts 112 or 113.
As with English Language Arts 113, this course is for students who wish to enter the workforce after graduation or who wish to attend certain college courses. This is not a course for a student who wishes to attend university immediately after graduation. There is emphasis on sentence structure and paragraph writing skills. Students will study short stories, plays, novels, and poetry. Students will be exposed to Shakespeare and his works. There will also be a focus on media literacy.
WRITING 110
This course is intended for students who have taken English Language Arts 10. The course is for Grade 11 and 12 students who are capable of working independently. NOTE: This is not a remedial writing course. It is intended for students who enjoy writing and wish to improve their skills.
The mechanics of constructing clear, correct, and effective sentences, paragraphs and essays will be emphasized. Students will be encouraged and have an opportunity to develop their own technical and creative writing on a daily basis and have regular feedback from their teacher and peers on their work.
AP ENGLISH LITERATURE 120
Prerequisite: English Language Arts 111, 112, 121 or 122 with recommendation of teacher of English.
A.P. English Literature 120 engages students in the careful reading, discussion and critical analysis of some of the best world literature and, in so doing, deepens their understanding of the ways authors use language to provide both meaning and pleasure for their readers.
This course will be offered in the second semester and students who apply for it are required to attend a number of after school seminars in semester one to prepare them for the course.
Upon completion of the course, students may, for a fee, write an external examination. Some universities will grant a college credit to those students who succeed on the external examination.
Students selecting this course should have above average reading and writing abilities and an interest in English.
MEDIA STUDIES 120
Prerequisite: This course is open to grade twelve students only.
Media Studies explores the unique characteristics, workings and impact of film, television, radio, and the printed media.
Emphasis is placed on reading and discussing articles, critiques, and reviews of the various media under study. Students considering this course should have, therefore, good reading and writing skills and should be able to engage in-group discussions. Students may be expected to work beyond class time to fulfil the requirements of the course. Students enrolled in Media Studies 120 must be mature enough to meet the high level of independence, reliability, and responsibility required of them.
THEATRE ARTS 120
Prerequisite: Student taking this course must be either in grade eleven or grade twelve. It is expected that students applying for this course have an interest in theatre. Students are expected to be able to work independently and to be involved in related projects that require work after school and in the evening.
Theatre Arts 120 covers a study of the history of theatre, set design, lighting, costuming, improvisation, and acting. Time is divided between the classroom and the stage. The course culminates with the staging of a production.
JOURNALISM 120
Prerequisite: Students taking this course must have passed English Language Arts 111, 112, or 113 and have an interest in writing.
This is a practical, hands-on course. While the academic aspects of journalism form the foundation, the focus is on developing writing and publishing skills. The second part of the course is devoted to the publication of a school newspaper that will be distributed to the student body.
APPLIED THEATRE TECHNOLOGY 120
This course is designed to supplement Theatre Arts 120. Students will be exposed to the “technical” aspects of stage productions including lighting, sound, electricity, set design and construction, safety issues, use of scaffolding, fall arrest and equipment maintenance. Grading will be based on short tests, class participation, attendance, and the completion of thirty hours of volunteer service to school production work. A final project is required of all students.
FRENCH DEPARTMENT
A French Achievement Certificate will be awarded to all grade 12 students of French who have successfully fulfilled the following requirements:
French Immersion (Early and Late) - completion of full 9-10 program and completion of four to five (4-5) courses in French during the graduation years.
Core - completion of a minimum of two (2) courses taught in French in the graduation years.
This certificate was introduced to acknowledge the student's continued interest and success in his/her study of the French language. It does not indicate a student's level of proficiency, as does the Provincial Proficiency Interview administered to all grade 12 students in any French course.
Because of the variety of levels of French courses available at the senior high level, the following guide is provided to assist students, teachers, and parents in the selection of appropriate courses in the French programs.
Generally speaking, a student will continue in the level studied in Grade 10, unless a recommendation by the French teacher indicates a change is appropriate. Changes in courses are carried out one level at a time, e.g. Early Immersion to Late Immersion.
The various French courses offered at Kennebecasis Valley High School are listed according to their decreasing level of advancement in the French language.
Students in the Immersion (Early and Late) programs are expected to continue their program at the senior high level by taking 4-5 courses in French in the graduation years, if possible.
The following are recommended course selection outlines for Immersion students.
EARLY IMMERSION
Grade 11: Early French Immersion Language Arts 110, French Immersion Modern History 112, French Immersion Geometry and Applications 112 (Math), French Immersion Biology 112.
Grade 12: Early French Immersion Language Arts 120 and French Immersion Techniques of Communications 120
LATE IMMERSION
Grade 11: Late French Immersion Language Arts 110, French Immersion Mo