EPC 2011/2012 Registration Guide

2011 - 2012

Registration Guide

Edwin Parr Community Composite School4510 – 48 Street - Athabasca - Alberta - T9S 1H6

Phone -780-675-2285 - Fax 780-675-3544http://www.aspenview.org/epc

Table of Contents

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Page 3 • Welcome• Who may attend • Fees • Flexibility Enhancement Project

Page 4 • Services

» FNMI » Well Being Counselling » Career/Academic Counselling

• Course InformationPage 5

• Course Load • Making Sense of Classes

Page 6 • High School Diploma Requirements• Certificate of Achievement Requirements

Pages 7-8• Modes of Delivery

» After Hours Courses » Off-Campus Education » Virtual School » Outreach » Home Schooling » Summer School » Course Challenges » RAP

Pages 9-10• Planning your Program

Pages 11-14• Programs at a Glance

Pages15 - 16 • Course Sequencing K&E

Pages 17 - 25• Core Course Sequencing

» English » Social » Math » Science » Phys.Ed » CALM

Pages. 26 - 34 • Optional Courses

» French Courses

» Art, Art Tech & Art Portfolio, Art Flex » Drama » Fantasy Science Fiction Appreciation » Film Studies » Instrumental Music » Music Composition & Song Writing » RAP » Work Experience

Pages 35 - 61 • Career & Technology Studies

» Coaching & Sports Psychology » Construction » Cosmetology » Esthetics » Fashion Studies » Financial Management » Foods » Info Pro/Communication Technology » Legal Studies » Mechanics » Photography » Sign Making & T-Shirt Design » Sports Medicine » Tourism » Welding » Wildlife

Pages 62-63• First Year Apprenticeship Program (with Portage College)

Pages 64-65• After Hours Courses

Page 66 • Aspen View Virtual School

Pages 67 - 73• Course Planners

Pages 74• Time Table Template

Page 75• 3 Year Planner

Page 76• Graduation Checklist

Page 77 • K&E Graduation Checklist

Page 78• Internet Links

Welcome to EPCThis registration guide is designed to assist you in exploring the rich and varied programs offered at Edwin Parr Composite High School. Additional information can be found on our website at:www.aspenview.org/epc or call the school at 780- 675-2285.

Who May AttendThe normal prerequisite to high school is successful completion of grade nine. Students who are or will be 19 prior to Septem-ber 1st must meet with an administrator prior to completing their registration. Individuals who are 20 or over on September 1st are directed to visit the local college to explore further education opportunities. Foreign and Out-of-Province Students are subject to a tuition fee in addition to regular school fees. Out Reach also accepts adult students.

Fees A registration fee is required of all students. Additional fees are required for CTS courses and other electives. As well, there are yearbook and grad fees. Students playing on school teams will have fees related to that participation as well. Fees will be item-ized in the Student Handbook.

High School Flexibility Enhancement ProjectThe High School Flexibility Enhancement Pilot Project is an op-portunity afforded to sixteen high schools in the province. Essen-tially it allows EPC to offer programming that focuses more onoutcomes and completion, eliminating the teacher to student time requirement. It encourages creative timetabling and allows us to put in place opportunities for students to achieve more at theirown pace and less according to rigid schedules. Increasingly, EPC will be adding opportunities for flexibility into our school during this Flex block, students will have opportunity to receive academic support and enrichment. year. (Please see the high-lighted descriptors in the guidebook forspecific opportunities).

WELCOME

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Student ServicesThe role of Student Services is to serve students, parents and teachers in such a way that each student has the opportunity to be successful in his or her educational development. Student Services offers the following services:

FNMIHere at EPC, we work together with First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) communities, elders, parents, teachers and other educa-tion stakeholders to best meet the needs of FNMI learners.

Well Being Counselling:Well Being Counselling offers the following services to students:

• Crisis counselling • Personal/peer/family counselling • Referrals to School well being counsellor• Referrals to community agencies

Career/Academic Counselling:Mr. Byers offers the following information to students:

• Registration information• Course selections • Program planning • Diploma requirements • Timetables • Off campus evaluations • Attendance/achievement referrals from students, parents, & teachers • Career investigations • Interest and Aptitude testing • Post-secondary information • Scholarships & Awards• Student loans • School to work transitions • Volunteer Opportunities & Student Exchanges

Course InformationCourse Credits: Each course is assigned a credit value (usu-ally 3 for half courses and 5 for full courses) as determined by Alberta Education. To receive credits in a course, a student must achieve a mark of 50% or higher.

Course prerequisites: Prerequisites for each course are outlined in this guide. Course standings are reported as percent-ages.

Provincial Exams: Any student who is enrolled in English 30-1 or 30-2, Mathematics 30 Pure or 30 Applied, Social 30-1- or 30-2, French LA 30, Science 30, Biology 30, Chemistry 30, or Physics 30 must write a provincial diploma exam in the subject. The final mark will be a combination of the school mark and the provincial exam mark (50/50 weighting). Provincial diploma exams are written in January, June and August on a schedule set by Alberta Education.

Course Variety: Our course offerings are as varied as possible; however, sufficient demand must exist before a section is actu-ally established. You should make alternate choices for elective courses wherever possible. Students who do not successfully complete a course in the first semester may not be able to repeat it in the second semester.

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Credits & Student Course Load To obtain credits, students must obtain a grade of 50% or higher in their courses in Grade 10, 11 and 12. A student must earn a mark of 50% in a course before proceeding to the next level of that course.

For example, students need to complete English 10-2 before tak-ing English 20-2. English 10-2 is the prerequisite for English 20-2. Select your courses by determining which courses you intend to graduate with and working back to their prerequisites. For example, if you want to graduate with English 30-1, you will prob-ably take English 20-1 in Grade 11 and English 10-1 in Grade 10.

In some courses, you are required to write diploma examinations. Your final marks in these courses are the average of the school based grade and your results on the diploma examination.

Students are required to carry the following course load:

• Grade 10 (first year of high school) students must have a full course load – no spares.

• Grade 11 (second year of high school) students must have a full course load – no spares.

• Grade 12 students (third year of high school with at least 70 credits on September 1st) are allowed to maintain a program with spares. It is recommended that students have at least 30 credits in their final year but emphasis should be on completing the requirements for graduation. Please check university and college requirements before you schedule spares. Spares should be used to study, complete homework and improve grades.

» Third year students who do not have 70 credits as of September 1 or those who do not have passing marks in grade 11 level Social Studies and English must meet with a counsellor in Student Services to develop an education plan contract that meets Alberta High School graduation require-ments.

» At the beginning of Semester 2, when a student demon-strates that they have the classes and credits in place to earn an Alberta High School Diploma or Certificate of High School Achievement, they will be added to the Commencement list.

MAKING SENSE OF CLASSES CORE COURSESCourses in English, Social Studies, Mathematics and Science are offered at several levels.

• Courses numbered 10-1, 20-1, 30-1, 10 – 20 - 30 and 31 are designed primarily for students planning on entering a university or certain programs in colleges and technical schools.

• Courses numbered 10-2, 20-2, and 30-2 are designed primarily for students planning on entering certain programs in colleges, technical and trade schools or getting a job.

• Courses numbered 14 - 24 are designed primarily for students planning on getting a job immediately after graduation.

Your junior high marks are usually the best indicator of how you will do in high school, it is always possible, with effort, to improve them.

ELECTIVE COURSESElective courses offer you a chance to broaden your knowledge by studying a variety of subjects. Some elective courses will help you build skills that will help you get and keep a job. Approxi-mately 25 to 35 credits of study in a particular area could provide a basis for getting a job. This includes fine arts, CTS, Phys. Ed, Second Languages and many other courses.

Science and Math courses at a 30 level can be considered to be elective courses. Make sure to check and see if the post second-ary school you are planning on attending requires all 3 sciences and a math. Often this is not the case unless you are planning on taking engineering or medicine.

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Grade 12 fine arts classes (Music 30, Drama 30 and Art 30) can be used to meet entrance requirements for many university pro-grams. High marks in these classes may help a student’s aver-age (Communication Technology 30 Credits can be used also).

CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY STUDIES (CTS) CLASSESCareer and Technology Studies is a program developed by Alberta Learning encompassing Business Education, Home Eco-nomics, Industrial Arts, Practical Arts and Vocational courses.

CTS is divided into clusters that contain courses. CTS is modu-lar, students who enroll in a CTS course are actually taking many smaller courses rather than one lengthy course. One course suc-cessfully completed equals one credit. The passing mark is 50%.

Courses are organized into three levels - introductory (1000’s), intermediate (2000’s) and advanced (3000’s). Specific courses are prerequisites for other courses within and across the three levels.

High School Diploma Grad Requirements

Students must assume responsibility to ensure they meet re-quirements of the Alberta High School Diploma or the Certificate of High School Achievement. If you are in doubt or have ques-tions, check with Mr. Byers early so that program adjustments can be made.

To obtain an Alberta High School Diploma, a student must earn a minimum of 100 credits including the following: • English Language Arts - 30 Level (English Language Arts 30-1, 30-2) • Social Studies - 30 Level (So-cial Studies 30-1 or 30-2) • Mathematics - 20 Level (Pure

Mathematics 20, Applied Mathematics 20 or Mathematics 24)• Science—20 Level (Science 20, Science 24, Biology 20, Chemistry 20, or Physics 20)• Physical Education 10 (3 credits)• Career and Life Management (3 credits)

10 Credits in any combination from:

• Career and Technology Studies (CTS) • Fine Arts • Second Languages • Physical Education 20 and/or 30 • Locally developed/acquired and locally authorized courses • Knowledge and Employability courses • Registered Apprenticeship Program

10 credits in any 30 level course (in addition to a 30-level English Language Arts and 30 level Social Studies course as specified above). These may include:

• 3000 series; Advanced level in Career and Technology Studies Courses • 35 Level Work Experience • 30-4 Level Knowledge and Employability course• 35 level Registered Apprenticeship Program • 30-level Green Certificate Specialization• 30 Level Fine Arts• 30 Level Phys.Ed• 30 Level Second Language

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HIGH SCHOOL COURSE WITHDRAWALS AND TRANSFERS

Students should carefully choose their courses when registering so as to keep transfer and withdrawal requests to a minimum.

Students asking to transfer or withdraw classes must ensure that their timetable still meets the minimum requirements for their grade.

Students may transfer courses in the first two weeks of each semester, after consultation with the Career Counsellor.

Students who are failing a course at the mid-term point should discuss their situation with their teacher and their parents. Stu-dents may drop a core course only with parental approval, and only if the student can still meet the program requirements listed above. This may mean the enrolment in a Virtual School course or CTS course. A “W” for withdrawal for courses or an INC for incomplete CTS courses will appear on the students’ transcript.

Students should not drop a class if they intend on taking the course in the next semester or next year. Students are encour-aged to repeat the course to improve their mark.

ALTERNATIVE DELIVERY MODES AT E.P.C.S.

Most students take their courses through classroom delivery. We expect each student in Grade 10 and 11 to have a full timetable. This would include four courses, plus a flex period course, for a total of 5 courses per semester. However, we do offer courses outside of the regular time schedule and outside of the regular boundaries of the school campus.

AFTER HOURS COURSES

A number of courses at Edwin Parr Composite School are offered in the evening, after school or during weekends. These courses vary from year to year but the courses planned are described in this booklet. (see After Hours Classes section).

OFF-CAMPUS EDUCATIONGrade 11 and 12 students (and Grade 10 students in the Knowl-edge & Employability Program) can take courses that require time spent on work sites in the community. These can be during school time or outside of school time, depending on the situation. Credits are based on the number of hours spent at the work site (25 hours = 1 credit). Evaluations are based on the student’s success at work as determined jointly by the employer and the supervising teacher. Refer to the section on the RAP program and Tech. Prep., the course descriptions for Occupa-tions in the Knowledge & Employability Program section and for work experience.

ASPEN VIEW VIRTUAL SCHOOLAspen View Virtual School is an online school designed to provide students with the same high quality programming but through an alternative form of instruction. A.V.V.S. uses Moodle (a course management system that includes gradebook, quizzes, and private email on-line) to deliver the courses to the students. All courses are administered by a team of certified teachers who have an assigned group of students, as they would if they were working in a conventional setting.

A.V.V.S. is primarily used to give students an opportunity to:• Take courses that they could not fit into their schedules• Take courses that are not offered by classroom instruction• Take courses outside of the regular classroom

Students may register throughout the school term. All courses must be completed prior to the last day of classes in June. For more information please visit the Virtual school website at http://www.aspenview.org/avvs where you can find contact information and registration forms.

OUTREACH PROGRAMThe Athabasca Outreach School is a facility for students under 20 years of age to complete their high school education in a flex-ible, self-paced environment. Students work at their contracted pace on distance learning material with the support of profes-sional staff. 30-Level students are encouraged to take courses through the classroom or by distance education. Admission is

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with the approval of an administrator and the Outreach teacher.

For more information, contact the Athabasca Outreach School at 4717 - 47 Avenue in Athabasca or Phone (780) 675-9549, Fax (780) 675-9578, or email at [email protected] .

HOME SCHOOLINGStudents who wish to receive their full education at home may do so through Edwin Parr Composite School. Students and parents should first meet with a member of the administration to register the student. The student will receive instruction through the Al-berta Distance Learning Centre (Barrhead), using their materials and instructors. Home education students registered at Edwin Parr Composite School are considered Edwin Parr Composite School students and therefore are allowed to participate in extra-curricular activities such as sports teams, trips, or dances. Home education students also have access to school resources such as the library and counselling services, within normal operating procedures. They also must pay the same school resource fees as other students.

SUMMER SCHOOLShould there be a sufficient number of requests for a course and a teacher interested in giving instruction, select courses might be offered during the summer months.

COURSE CHALLENGESCourse challenges allow students who have completed course related work, and can demonstrate that they possess the knowl-edge, skills and attitudes required to go through a formal assess-ment. This will most likely involve writing an exam and complet-ing other assignments. Students must present evidence showing their understanding of the course work before they request a course challenge.

The following courses can not be challenged:

• Physical Education Courses• CALM 20

• French 13 • Courses that have already been failed. (These courses must be taken again.)• Courses at a lower level than the student has achieved

Note: Courses most commonly challenged are French 10, 20 and 30, by French Immersion students.

REGISTERED APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM (RAP)The Registered Apprenticeship Program is an apprenticeship program that permits high school students to become a first year apprentice and receive an Alberta High School Diploma while attending high school. Students can enter the RAP program through two routes.

Careers the Next Generation: Students apply to the RAP coordi-nator and are selected based on a personal interview, attendance (95% or better) and school average (65% or better). Students are placed with employers by the Careers Next Generation staff. These students must do a 125-hour trial period before they are signed up as an apprentice.

RAP Students find their own apprenticeship (possibly including family or friends as employers). They then make arrangements with the RAP coordinator to have their program formalized. Students must maintain a passing average in all courses and be progressing at a reasonable rate to graduate.

The RAP apprentice is a full-time high school student. A RAP ap-prentice accumulates hours of on the job training as credit toward a high school diploma.

Students may begin the process of entering RAP in Grade 10. It is recommended that students who wish to take RAP in Grade 11 and 12, take CALM 20 in Grade 10.

If you want more information on RAP, talk to Student Services or an administrator.

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Planning your Program

Step 1: Know Your Needs and GoalsStudents registering in high school should have an educational goal in mind so that choosing courses is a meaningful process. If educational goals are not defined, students should register in the highest level of academic courses in which they can succeed. Students should try to choose high school courses which reflect their junior high achievement.Thinking ahead helps you plan better!

Academic Programs (open all doors if marks are high enough)

General Programs (some restrictions for post-secondary entrance will apply)

K & E ProgramsK&E Courses are available to students in grades 8 - 12 who meet specific educational criteria. The courses are intended to provide students with op-portunities to experience success and become well prepared for employment, further studies, active citizenship and lifelong learning. Knowledge and Employability Courses are designed to provide entry-level employment skills for students who have expressed a goal of leaving school before earning the requirements for a senior high school diploma. Some students may transition successfully from Knowledge and Employ-ability Courses to other courses to achieve a senior high school diploma or to continuing education and training opportunities; e.g. some colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Reviewing each student’s learning plans on an annual basis and adjusting their goals and courses as needed are important parts of the process.

Junior High Marks High School Program Educational Goal

Junior High Marks High School Program Educational Goal

UniversityCollegeTechnical InstituteTrades

CollegeTechnical InstituteTradesWork

Applied Program 10-2, 14, 20-2, 24,30-2 Courses

Academic Pro-gram 10, 20, 30 Courses

50% to 60%

Recommended 65% (with the exception of Grade 10 Math)

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Planning your Program continued

Step 2: Know Your Graduation RequirementsStudents planning on graduating must complete the requirements for either an Alberta High School Diploma or Certificate of Achievement. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that they do meet these requirements prior to their graduation ceremony.

Note: A high school diploma does not necessarily grant admission to post-secondary institutions. Be aware that there are a variety of entrance re-quirements for post-secondary institutions and students should plan programs accordingly. Information regarding post-secondary requirements is available at Student Services.

Step 3: Understanding How Credits are Awarded1. You earn the credits attached to a high school course by obtaining a mark of 50 % or higher. You have the option of repeating the course to earn a higher mark but credits are granted only once for any course.2.Retroactive Credits: Students who achieve a mark between 45 - 49% may continue at the next grade level in the lower program route with the ap-proval of the school Principal. In these cases, students who successfully complete the next grade level course will earn credit for the course takenand for its normal prerequisite. For example if you had a mark between 45-49% in English 20-1, you could take English 30-2, and if you passed that course you would earn retroactive credits for English 20-2.

Step 4: Planning Considerations1. Prerequisite Standing: Courses are arranged in sequences such as Social Studies 10-1, 20-1, 30-1. A student must achieve a mark of 50% or higher in order to take the next course in a sequence.Note: The Recommended Mark in the 10-20-30 sequence to move to the next course level is 65% or better.2. Diploma Courses: There are provincial examinations in English 30-1 and 30-2, Pure Mathematics 30 and Applied Math 30, Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Physics 30, Science 30, and Social Studies 30-1 and 30-2. Students taking these courses must write the diploma exam, which counts for 50% of the final mark in that course.3. Course Challenges: A student is eligible to challenge a course under these guidelines:

• The student feels he/she has the skills needed in that course to enable him/her to go on to the next level • The student has not failed the course to be challenged • The student is not currently registered in the course • The student is prepared to undertake a comprehensive evaluation which may include the following components: written, oral, lab, portfolio or others as deemed necessary

4. Grade 10 Course Entrance Criteria - High School programs recognize and accommodate the wide range of developmental needs, abilities, and dif-ferences that exist among students. In order to be successful in high school, Grade 9 students are expected to meet the criteria outlined in the course sequences provided in this guide. Please refer to each core section to ensure that you fully understand what requirements are needed in order to enroll in specific courses.

Prerequisite requirements may be waived by the Career Counsellor or the Principal on the recommendation of the sending school, under special cir-cumstances, and/or in response to an appeal from a student and his/her parents. These judgments will be made on an individual basis.

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Programs at a GlancePlease take the time to plan your high school years. Your teachers, parents, Student Services or principal can tell you more about planning your future with a specific goal in mind. You can also use this planner to record the courses you complete and see if you meet the graduation requirements. This planner is for students in regular programs. Students in Knowledge and Employability Program, RAP or Tech. Prep. should see Student Services.

Required High School Diploma CoursesGrade 10 Credits Grade 11 Credits Grade 12 Credits

EnglishEnglish 10 -1 5 English 20 -1 5 English 30 -1 5English 10 -2 5 English 20 -2 5 English 30 -2 5

Social StudiesSocial Studies 10 -1 5 Social Studies 20 -1 5 Social Studies 30 -1 5Social Studies 10 -2 5 Social Studies 20 -2 5 Social Studies 30 -2 5

MathematicsMath 10-C 5 Math 20-1 5 Math 30 Pure 5

Math 20-2 5 Math 30 Applied 5Math 31 (calculus) 5

Math 10-3 5 Math 20-3 5

SciencesScience 10 5 Science 24 5 Science 30 5Science 14 5 Biology 20 5 Biology 30 5

Chemistry 20 5 Chemistry 30 5Physics 20 5 Physics 30 5

Physical EducationPhys. Ed 10 3-5 Phys. Ed 20 5 Phys. Ed 30 5

Career & Life ManagementCALM 20 3 Note: CALM can be taken at any point in High School. However it is recommended that you take it in

your Grade 10 year.

Keep the following in mind... To graduate you need the following programs as a minimum requirement for graduation and only equates to 58 credits (56 if you took at 3 credit Phys. Ed):

• English at a 30 level• Social Studies at a 30 level• A 20 level Math • A 20 level Science

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Programs at a GlanceStudents enrolled in the K&E High School Certificate of Achievement program will have the majorty of their program planned for them by the K&E instruc-tor.

Required High School Certificate of Achievement CoursesGrade 10 Credits Grade 11 Credits Grade 12 Credits



MathematicsMath 10-4 5 Math 20-4 5Math 10-3 5 Math 20-3 5

SciencesScience 10-4 5 Science 20-4 5Science 14 5 Science 24 5

Physical EducationPhys. Ed 10 3-5


your Grade 10 year.

5 Credits in the following30 Level K&E Occupational Course, OR 30 Level CTS course, OR 30 Level Locally Developed Course with Occupational Focus

5 Credits in the following30 Level K&E Workplace Practicum course, OR 30 Level Work Experience course, OR 30 Level Green Certificate course OR 30 Level RAP course

Programs at a GlanceStudents enrolled in the K&E High School Certificate of Achievement program will have the majorty of their program planned for them by the K&E instruc-tor.

Required High School Certificate of Achievement CoursesGrade 10 Credits Grade 11 Credits Grade 12 Credits



MathematicsMath 10-4 5 Math 20-4 5Math 10-3 5 Math 20-3 5

SciencesScience 10-4 5 Science 20-4 5Science 14 5 Science 24 5

Physical EducationPhys. Ed 10 3-5


your Grade 10 year.

5 Credits in the following30 Level K&E Occupational Course, OR 30 Level CTS course, OR 30 Level Locally Developed Course with Occupational Focus

5 Credits in the following30 Level K&E Workplace Practicum course, OR 30 Level Work Experience course, OR 30 Level Green Certificate course OR 30 Level RAP course

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All students are required to take some elective courses throughout their high school career. It is recommened that students take an elective course through to a 30 level. This will ensure that you have met a graduation requirement (Ten 30 level credits in a course other than Social Studies or English).

Elective Courses

Fine ArtsGrade 10 Credits Grade 11 & 12 Credits Grade 11 & 12 CreditsArt 10 5 Art 20 5 Art 30 5Art Portfolio/Tech 5 Note: Art Portfolio requires students

to have an Art 30 co-requisite or pre-requisite.

Drama 5 Drama 20 5 Drama 30 5Instrumental Music 10 5 Instrumental Music 20 5 Instrumental Music 30 5Music Composition & Songwriting 10

Music Composition & Songwriting 20 Music Composition & Songwrit-ing 30

CTS

Coaching & Sport Psychol-ogy

5 Note: This course is a combination of introductory, intermediate and advanced modules.

Construction Technology 1 5+ Construction Technology 20 5+ Construction Technology 30 5+Cosmetology 10 5 Cosmetology 20 5 Cosmo Advanced will not be offered this yearEsthetics 10 5 Esthetics 20 5 Esthetics Advanced will not be offered this yearFashion Studies 5 This course will offer both introductory and intermediate modules only.Financial Management 5 This course will offer both introductory and intermediate modules only.Food Studies Introductory Level

5+ Food Studies Intermediate and Ad-vanced Level

5+ Note: Foods combines intermediate and advanced courses. You may take both intermediate and ad-vanced courses for the last two years.

Info Pro/Communication Technology

5+ Note: This course combines all 3 levels of modules

Legal Studies 5 Note: This course is a combination of introductory, intermediate and advanced modules.Mechanics 1 5+ Mechanics 2 5+ Mechanics 3 -

Note Mechanics 3 is often of-fered with Mechanics 2

5+

Photography 5+ Note: This course combines all 3 levels of modules and is only offered in the flex blockSign & T-Shirt Design 5 Note: This course combines all 3 levels of modules and is only offered in the flex block

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Sports Medicine 3 Note: This course is only offered in the flex block and currently only offers 3 modules.Tourism 5 Note: This course combines all 3 levels of modules and is only offered in the flex blockWelding 5 Note: This course combines all 3 levels of modules and is only offered in the regular blockWildlife 5+ Note: This course combines all 3 levels of modules and is only offered in the flex block

Registered Apprenticeship Progam

See Mr. Rudyk (RAP coordinator) for details about this program.

Work Experience (to a maximum of 15 credits)

Work Experience 15 3 - 10 Work Experience 25 3 -10 Work Experience 35 3 - 10

Special Projects

Special Projects 10 1- 5 Special Projects 20 1- 5 Special Projects 30 1- 5

Locally Developed Courses

Marine Biology 5 Note: Marine biology (Belize Trip) is a 10 level course.Fantasy Sci-Fi 5 Note: Fantasy Sci-Fi is a 10 level course.Film Studies 5 Note: Film Studies is a 10 level Course

French

French 10-Y 5 French 20-Y 5 French 30-Y 5French 10-9Y 5 French 20-9Y 5 French 30-9Y 5French Challenge 10 5 French Challenge 20 5 French Challenge 30 5French Vernacular/CALM 8

Physical Education

Phys. Ed 10 3 or 5 Phys. Ed 20 5 Phys. Ed 30 5

Keep the following in mind... To graduate you need a minimum requirement 40 elective credits (unless you choose to opt out of electives and take sciences instead of them. For example you need one 20 level science to graduate. However, if you choose to take all 3 sciences to a 30 level you would earn 45 credits 10 of which would count towards the 30 level graduation requirement.

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The Knowledge and Employability Program InformationK&E Courses are available to students in grades 8 - 12 who meet specific educational criteria. The courses are intended to provide students with opportunities to experience success and become well prepared for employment, further studies, active citizenship and lifelong learning. Knowledge and Employability Courses include and promote:

• workplace standards for academic, occupational and employability skills.• pratical applications through hands-on and off-campus experiences and/or community parterships.• career development skills for exploring careers, assessing career skills and developing a career-focused portfolio.• interpersonal skills to ensure respect, support, and cooperation with others at home, in the community, and in the workplace.

Knowledge and Employability Courses are designed to provide entry-level employment skills for students who have expressed a goal of leaving school before earning the requirements for a senior high school diploma. Some students may transition successfully from Knowledge and Employ-ability Courses to other courses to achieve a senior high school diploma or to continuing education and training opportunities; e.g. some colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Reviewing each students learning plans on an annual basis and adjusting their goals and courses as needed are important parts of the process.

Course SequencesStudents in the K & E program have the option of completing all of their courses in the K & E stream. Or, they may take a mix of K & E courses and regular stream courses (for example: English 10-4 & Math 10-3). Please refer to the required course list and course sequences listed below:

Core Course Sequencing K & E

English 10-4

English 10-2

English 20-4

English 20-2

English 30-4

English 30-2

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Course Sequences Continued

Social 10-4

Social 10-2

Math 10-4

Science 10-4

Math 10-3

Science 14

Social 20-4

Social 20-2

Math 20-4

Science 20-4

Math 20-3

Science 24

Social 30-2

Core Course Sequencing K & E

Any Transfer from the K & E courses to the regular stream courses are at the discretion of the instructor.

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Admission Requirements for Grade 10 Level Core SubjectsStudent program registrations will be granted a conditional status during the spring registration, based on the verification of spring report cards. Registrations will be reviewed when final marks are available.

Students registering in Edwin Parr Composite School in the Grade 10 level, must provide a report card or transcript from their Junior High School which verifies levels of achievement in Language Arts 9, Mathematics 9, Science 9, and Social Studies 9.

Placement in programs included in this policy, may be appealed to the principal of Edwin Parr Composite School by the parent or guardian prior to August 30. Any special conditions or requests will be reviewed in a meeting of the parent or guardian and Edwin Parr Composite School administra-tion.

Course SequencesEnglishEnglish is a required subject for graduation from all high school programs. Two sequences are offered. English 10-1, 20-1, and 30-1 or English 10-2, 20-2, and 30-2 deal with the same skills of reading, writing, viewing, speaking, and listening.

English 30-1 is a requirement for most university and college programs. Please consult the career counsellor for up-to-date requirements for Eng-lish. English 30-2 meets all requirements for a high school diploma and many college and technical school programs.

Core Course Sequencing

Grade 9 English

English 10-1 English 20-1 English 30-1

English 10-2 English 20-2 English 30-2

>65%

<65%

<50% >50% >50%>50% <50%

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Social StudiesSocial Studies is a required subject for graduation from all high school programs. Two sequences are offered.

The major distinctions between the Social Studies 10-1,20-1,30-1 courses and the 10-2,20-2,30-2 courses will be in the areas of organization for instruction, instructional methodology, resources and evaluation strategies.

The 10-2,20-2,30-2 courses in Social Studies will be designed for those students who would have difficulty experiencing success in the 10-1,20-1,30 Social Studies courses. If a student wishes to obtain an Alberta High School Diploma, they may take either sequence but their choice should be guided by their past success in Social Studies. Students planning to go to university should take Social Studies 30-1 it is required by most, if not all programs.


Grade 9 Social Studies

Social Studies 10-1 Social Studies 20-1 Social Studies 30-1

Social Studies 10-2 Social Studies 20-2 Social Studies 30-2

>65%

<65%

<50% >50% >50%>50% <50%

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MathematicsMathematics is a required subject for graduation from all high school programs.

If you are going into GRADE 10, please read the following:

The high school mathematics curriculum will be changing over the next two years. This year, the Grade 11 courses will change and the grade 12 courses in 2012-2013. The information below outlines how the new curriculum will look as a whole, and describes the content for the grade 10 level.

A graphing calculator for students taking courses in the “-1” or “-2” streams is mandated by Alberta Education. The TI-83/83 Plus or TI-84/84 Plus or the TI-Nspire with the TI-84+ keypad insert (non CAS version) are recommended as the calculators of choice for this school.


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Mathematics Continued..Which Math should you choose?

Mathematics-1 if I want to study mathematics or sciences at a university, college, or technical institute and go on to a related career. Mathematics-1 is for students who plan to enter post-secondary programs such as engineering, mathematics, sciences, some business studies, or other programs that require advanced math skills. The sequence is a co-requisite for Mathematics 31 and may be required for post-secondary calculus courses.Mathematics-1 includes topics such as permutations and combinations, relations and functions, sequences and series, and trigonometry.

Mathematics-2 if I want to attend a university, college, or technical institute after high school, but do not need calculus skills. Mathematics-2 is for students wishing to study at the post-secondary level in diverse fields, including arts programs, civil engineering technology, medical technologies, and some apprenticeship programs. This path will fulfill most students’ needs. Mathematics-2 is designed with a great deal of flexibility, so that the student can switch sequences in Grade 11 or Grade 12 if his or her interests change. Mathematics-2 includes topics such as relations, functions and equations, probability, statistics, and trigonometry.

Mathematics-3 if I am interested in learning the mathematics needed to enter most trades or if I want to enter the workforce after high school.Mathematics-3 is for students who want to apprentice to a trade or enter the workforce directly after high school. It is designed to meet the entrance requirements for apprentices in most trades programs, specifically levels one to three. Mathematics-3 includes topics such as finance, geometry, measurement, and trigonometry.

Mathematics 10C 5 Credits

The content covered for this course is SI and Imperial units of measure and conversions, Surface Area and Volume of 3-D objects, Trigonometric Ratios and Right Triangles, Polynomial Expressions and Factoring, Irrational Numbers, Slope, Lines and Line Segments, Linear Relations, Domain, Range, Functions, and Systems of linear Equations.

Mathematics 10-3 5 Credits

The content covered for this course is SI and Imperial units of measure and conversions, Applications of SI and Imperial units to length, area, vol-ume, capacity, mass, temperature, 2-D and 3-D objects;Spatial Reasoning,Pythagorean Theorem, Convex Polygons, Trigonometric Ratios, Angles, Parallel and Perpendicular Lines; Currency Exchange and Income; and Manipulation and Application of Formulas.


This course sequence is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical thinking skills identified for entry into post-secondary programs* that require the study of calculus. Topics include algebra and number, relations and functions, and trigonometry.

* All of the following bachelor degree programs require Math 30-1, Sciences, Engineering, Education (primary) and Buisness . It’s best to check with each institution for specific requirements, or you can confirm these details with your academic/career counsellor.


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Mathematics Continued..Mathematics 20-2 5 Credits

This course sequence is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical thinking skills identified for post-secondary studies in programs that do not require the study of calculus. Topics include geometry, measurement, number and logic, relations and functions, and statistics.


This course sequence is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical thinking skills identified for entry into the majority of trades and for direct entry into the work force. Topics include algebra, geometry, measurement, number, and statistics.

Applied Mathematics 30 & Pure Mathematics 30 5 Credits

Applied Mathematics 30 emphasizes the application approach to solving problems. Algebra is taught only when needed. These courses require a strong mathematical background, regular attendance and a sound work ethic. It is designed for students who require an academic mathematics program to prepare them for colleges, trades and employment.

The Mathematics 30 Pure course is designed for students intending to pursue post-secondary studies at university or in a mathematics-intensive program at a technical school or college. Pure Mathematics 10-20-30 emphasizes the theoretical development of topics from the areas of algebra, geometry, trigonometry and statistics up to a level acceptable for entry into universities and other post-secondary institutions. This is the only math-ematics course currently recognized by universities in Alberta.

Mathematics 31 5 Credits

Math 31 is an advanced class in calculus, required for students entering physical sciences, mathematics or engineering in university and recom-mended for students taking sciences or commerce at the university level.


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SciencesTo meet the diverse needs of our students, we offer a variety of science courses. The Science 14-24 sequence offers the minimum requirements for a high school diploma. Grade 11 or 12 science courses in biology, physics or chemistry are required for many college programs and many programs at NAIT. University entrance requires one science course at the 30 level. Science 30 will also be made available to students this year.

Science 14 5 Credits

Science 14 is a general introductory course designed to meet the needs of students who have experienced difficulty in science and mathematics. It emphasizes the application of science to every day life, including topics from biology, health sciences, physical sciences , and earth sciences. Particular attention is paid to the development of learning and scientific skills. Students in this course generally go to Science 24 to complete Diplo-ma requirements. This course does not prepare students to consider Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics at the Grade 11 and 12 levels.

Science 24 5 Credits

The Science 24 program consists of four units, each dealing with a different aspect of Science. In Unit A, Application of Matter and Chemical Change, students expand their understanding of matter from Science 14. Emphasis is on chemical reactions that are important to today’s society in meeting our personal needs. Unit B,Understanding common En Systems, is studied in the chains, fossil fuels, and the distribution of electricity. In Unit C, Disease Defense and Human Health, students investigate a variety of environmental, pathogenic and genetic factors and their effects on health. Finally, Unit D, Motion, Change and Transportation Safety, looks at the laws of conversation of momentum and how they affect the design of cars, safety regulations and practices governing transportation.


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Science 10 5 Credits Science 10 is an integrated academic course,which helps students understand and apply the fundamental concepts and skills common tobiology, chemistry and physics. The key scientific concepts of energy, matter, and change are emphasized.

Biology 20 5 CreditsThe key science themes in Biology 20 are the concepts of systems, equilibrium, energy, and matter. These concepts are continuously related and interconnected in the study of the biosphere; ecosystems; photo synthesis and cellular respiration; and human systems.

Biology 30 5 CreditsMajor units of study are the nervous and endocrine systems; reproduction and development; cell division;genetics and molecular biology; and popu-lation and community dynamics. Laboratory work is included. Students must write a provincial diploma examination.

Chemistry 20 5 CreditsMatter and chemical change are the themes common to all units of Chemistry 20. In addition, different units also integrate knowledge and skills about the nature of science, technology, and STS issues. Scientific problem-solving skills are progressively developed along with the empirical andtheoretical knowledge necessary to describe and understand chemical substances and their reactions. After a review of the chemistry from Science 10, the following topics are studied: matter & chemical bonding, gases, solutions and acids and bases, and quantitative relationships in chemical changes.

Chemistry 30 5 CreditsThe scientific and technological knowledge and skills developed in the previous Chemistry 20 course are continued in the study of the Chemistry 30 core curriculum. Major topics include organic chemistry,chemical energy, electro chemistry, and equilibrium in acid-base systems.Many laboratory activities and exercises are used to develop communication and problem-solving skills. Students must write a provincial diploma examination.

Physics 20 5 CreditsThis course in physics continues the study of motion and energy using the concepts and mathematical skills introduced in Science 10.The descrip-tion of motion (kinematics) is extended to vector quantities and circular motion. The study of the causes of motion (dynamics) includes Newton’s Laws and mechanical energy, work, and power. The themes of energy and change continue in the introduction to mechanical waves.

Physics 30 5 Credits

The theories and laws developed in Physics 20 are used extensively in the study of momentum and impulse, electric and magnetic forces andfields, electromagnetic radiation, and atomic physics. Various technological applications and societal implications are integrated with the coretopics throughout the course. Communication and problem-solving skills are emphasized in order to prepare students for post-secondary programs and the provincial diploma examination.


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Physical EducationThree credits of Physical Education are a requirement for an Alberta High School Diploma. Physical Education courses help to develop the founda-tion for active living and lifetime physical fitness. Students will be empowered to make self-motivated choices in respect to lifelong recreationalpursuits and will develop a foundation of knowledge in personal fitness, wellness, and leadership. To support students who are unable to take regu-larly schedule Physical Education courses, we offer unscheduled options. We offer a variety of options in sport performance, fitness, and health.

Phys.Ed 10 3 or 5 Credits

Physical Education 10 is a requirement for an Alberta High School Diploma. Physical Education courses help to develop the foundation for active living and lifetime physical fitness. Students will be empowered to make self-motivated choices in respect to lifelong recreational pursuits and will de-velop a foundation of knowledge in personal fitness, wellness, and leadership. We offer a variety of options in sport performance, fitness, and health.

Phys. Ed 20 5 Credits

In this course, students will continue to focus on lifetime fitness and wellness. Students will have the opportunity to experience a widerange of fitness activities, providing a base for lifetime fitness. These activities may include, but are not limited to, the following:individualized fitness plans, fitness boot camp, golf, yoga, dance, team hand ball, and ultimate Frisbee etc...A games unit will include volleyball, basketball, soccer, etc...

Phys. Ed 30 5 Credits

Physical Education 30 may be used as a post-secondary entrance course in numerous Physical Education, Recreation, Adventure Tourism, Leisure Studies and Kinesiology Programs and Faculties. At this level, students will focus on the development of leadership and team building. Students will participate in the planning and implementation of a number of Physical Education activities.


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Career And Life ManagementCALM 20 3 Credits

REGULAR & FLEX BLOCK

This is a required course for all high school students. It is preferred that Grade 10 students take this course in their Grade 10 year. The Career and Life Management Course is organized to assist students acquire knowledge; develop skills/strategies to make informed decisions, and to act upon them.

The course is divided into these themes:

• Study Skills: These are outcomes from throughout the course presented at the beginning of the semester to help you become better students.• Personal Choices: Students will apply an understanding of the emotional/psychological, intellectual, social, spiritual and physical dimensions of health and the dynamic interplay of these factors in managing personal well-being.• Resource Choices: Students will make responsible decisions in the use of finances and other resources that reflect personal values and goals.• Career and Life Choices: Students will develop and apply processes for managing personal, lifelong career development.


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French Second LanguageHaving a 30-level language course can provide the required credits for entering many post-secondary institutions. Therefore, it is highly recom-mended that students complete a 3-year sequence of the program. In order to advance to the next level and continue successful language learning at EPC, it is suggested that students attain a mark of 60% or higher in the previous level.

International languages study is advised for students wishing to travel, work in politics, government, or the RCMP. Students intending to use a 30 -level language course to satisfy a post-secondary entrance requirement must confirm the suitability of this choice with the facultyand post-secondary institute they are planning to attend.

Optional Course Sequencing

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French 10-3Y 5 CreditsThis course is designed for students with little or no previous French experience. The basic language skills of comprehension, reading, writing, and speaking will be studied.

French 20-3Y 5 Credits French 20-3 Y broadens the previous introductory course by exploring in depth the French culture and spoken language using authentic French writ-ten and media resources. The primary focus will be on the students’ conversational and listening skills. Writing in simple, correct French will also be an objective. French 30-3Y 5 Credits This course is for students who have successfully completed French 20. Emphasis is on all four language skills: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. This is the minimum requirement for post-secondary entrance, but students intending to study French at university should take French 31A as well.

French 31A 5 Credits

The goal of this course is to enhance all of the language skills: reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension through the use of authenticdocuments. The class will be taught exclusively in French. Students will discuss issues and topics, explore the Francophone world, andlearn advanced language skills (complex themes and grammar).

French 31B 5 Credits

This course refines all language knowledge covering all grammar concepts and verb tenses. Readers, magazines, films, music, internet, and au-thentic document materials will form the basis of study. Students will be able to converse, read, write, or understand totally in French. This course is highly recommended for further post-secondary studies in French.

French Challenge 5 Credits (for each level)- FLEX BLOCK ONLY

The challenge process is designed for students who have already mastered the elements of the course and do not need to attend the class.Francophone students or students with a French Immersion background (having studied up to grade 9) may wish to demonstrate their competency at French 10, 20, and/or 30 by taking the French Challenge. The French Challenge test is provided by a proctor from outside of the EPC. However, students have an opportunity to take a prep course during their flex block at EPC in order to prepare for the French Challenge tests. This prep course is only offered in the first semester.

French Vernacular/CALM 8 Credits

Students enrolled in this course will be given a unique opportunity to complete the required CALM 20 graduation requirement course in French. The students will be given the opportunity to use everyday “real life” French language skills in this course. The focus of the course is to improve and expand students French vocabulary and oral skills; while completing CALM. If you are taking this course do not choose CALM in any other timeslots.


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ArtREGULAR BLOCK ONLY

Art 10/20/30 5 credits (each)

There is often a misconception that only those that are good at creating art should take it. Art is open to all students. In this course, you will learn the “tricks of the trade”, and you will learn by “doing”. If you are a good artist, you will improve your skills. If you are a beginning artist, you will learn new skills. The art program is primarily a studio-based program (i.e. you create art) emphasizing a variety of media. You will have the opportunity to explore visual expression and establish the groundwork for artistic skills. You will use a variety of methods and mediums to create finished works. You will learn about critiquing and evaluating your work, as well as learn about artists of the past and present. The program strives to provide you with a variety of projects. Projects change due to the availability of supplies, time and class size constraints.

Projects & mediums used in the past, in all classes:

• Elements & Principles of Design • Creating Effective Covers• Creating boxes, bowls & objects (papier mache) • Drawing: pencil, pencil crayon, ink, charcoal, oil & chalk pastels, crayons & etc.• Watercolours• Clay • Mandala Creation• Acrylic paints & various acrylic mediums• Portfolio Day (every Friday)• Creating work for an Art Show• Plaster Paris mesh forms• Printmaking (monotype, lino …)• and so MUCH more !!!!!!


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Art Tech & Art PortfolioREGULAR BLOCK ONLY

Art Portfolio course is designed to allow students to create an art portfolio for those students seeking post secondary art programs. Art Tech is a general course aimed at exposing you in creating artwork with technology, as well as, creating work for a client. You will use a variety of technologi-cal methods and mediums to create finished work (computer, cameras, scanners, paint, letraset, opaque projectors and etc.). This course is recom-mended for grade 12 students (but is not limited to them).

Courses:

Art Tech - 5 credits Art Portfolio - 5 credits

Past Projects in Art Tech:

Creating Effective CoversBulleting/Display BoardBannersBrochuresPostersTown BannersMandala CreationPhotographyProps and backdrops for playsCreating CardsLogo CreationAnd so MUCH more!!!

Art FlexFLEX BLOCK ONLY

Credits: 5+

Art flex will offer students an opportunity to futher explore their artistic skills. This class will allow students to work on a variety of art and art related projects. Work completed in this course will be in addition to the regular block and/or art tech/portfolio classes. Students in art flex will have an op-portunity to further explore a number of concepts, theories and skills related to art that may not be covered during the regular block.


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Drama

REGULAR BLOCK ONLY

Drama 10 5 Credits

This is an interactive class with a focus on improvisation and acting. Other of exploration are :Theatre-Sports, Readers’ Theatre, Movement, and Speech. This fun, but structured course, buildsthe basic skills of each of these disciplines.

Drama 20 5 Credits

Drama 20 incorporates all the skill areas of Drama 10 and moves into the art of playwriting, movement, speech, theatrical productions and technical theatre.

Drama 30 5 Credits

Students will master all aspects of improvisational theatre, have a sound technical background, and will be participating in productions. The directingaspect of theatre is a major focus at this level. Students will direct plays and perform it in front of an audience.


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Fantasy Science Fiction Appreciation 15REGULAR BLOCK ONLYCredits: 5Level: IntroductoryLOCALLY DEVELOPED COURSE

This five-credit senior high option is designed for students who are interested in film and literature dealing with werewolves, vampires, zombies, thesupernatural, magic, hideous beasts, mutants, aliens, robots/cyborgs, time travel, superheroes, fairy tales, space, AI, lost worlds, dragons, medievalwarfare, mythology, and/or the future.

As part of this option course, students will view, discuss, and do creative activities related to several films like:

Avatar, Zombieland, District 9, Mars Attacks, Transformers, Mad Max movies, X Men, Hancock, The Dark Knight, The Chronicles of Riddick,Donnie Darko, Spiderman trilogy, Serenity, Pan’s Labyrinth, Van Helsing, The Lost Boys, Underworld trilogy, 300, Eragon, Bladetrilogy, Ginger Snaps, Terminator trilogy, Battlestar Galactica, Star Wars movies, Night Watch, Troy, King Arthur, The Lord of the Ringstrilogy, Legend, Dracula: Dead and Loving It, 28 Days Later, Resident Evil movies, Space Balls, Ghostbusters, Bram Stoker’s Dracula, 30Days of Night, King Kong, Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, Alien series, and Evolution.

Besides viewing 19-25 films (on average) in the course, students will also read a variety of fantasy and science fiction literature. Instead of writingexams and essays, students will be evaluated on their participation in class/group discussions, creative responses, and projects including videocreation, movie posters, art (sketches, paintings, murals, sculptures, etc.), collages, scrapbooks, game design, and creative writing (stories,poems, songs, plays, etc.). Students will be given class time to read, view, discuss, and create (no homework).


Film StudiesREGULAR BLOCK ONLY Credits: 5Level: IntroductoryLOCALLY-DEVELOPED COURSEStudents who are interested in watching films will enjoy exploring the technical and artistic aspects of filmmaking. This five-credit senior high option is for stu-dents who wish to gain an advanced un-derstanding of filmmaking (pre-produc-tion, production, and post-production) to enhance their critical appreciation of films in various genres. They will also have an opportunity to create their own films to demonstrate various techniques learned. Instead of writing exams and essays, students will be evaluated on their engagement in class/group discus-sions, personal/creative/analytical re-sponses, and various projects. Students will be given class time to view, discuss, and create (no homework).

As part of this option course, students will view, discuss, and do activities related to several interesting films from the classics to modern day (including Academy Award Winners) like the fol-lowing:


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Apocalypse Now, Thelma and Louise, Casablanca, It’s a Wonderful Life, The Shawshank Redemption, Pulp Fiction, One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, Psycho, Jaws, Fargo, Unforgiven, The Orphanage, Sweeney Todd, Titanic, The Elephant Man, What’s Eating Gilbert Grape?, As Good As It Gets, Cellular, The Cove, Crash, District 9, Disturbia, The Fisher King, The Hurt Locker, Stand By Me, 300, Big Fish, Catch Me If You Can, Carrie, Children of Men, Million Dollar Baby, Precious, The Silence of the Lambs, Slumdog Mil-lionaire, Snow Falling on the Cedars, Freedom Writers, Hotel Rwanda, Gandhi, Atonement, Babel, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Cold Mountain, Erin Brockovich, Finding Neverland, Gladiator, Inception, The King’s Speech, Juno, Little Miss Sunshine, Rocky, Speed, Tootsie, Walk the Line, A Few Good Men, Four Weddings and a Funeral, Good Will Hunting, The Sixth Sense, Black Swan, Mystic River, Winter’s Bone, 127 Hours, Quiz Show, Witness, The Lord of the Rings trilogy, Memoirs of a Geisha, Forrest Gump.


Music

FLEX BLOCK ONLY

Instrumental Music 10/20/30

Credits: 3 or 5 (if you take this course all year you will recieve 5 credits)

Instrumental Music 10/20/30 is a curriculum devised through the use of the Concert Band. Students will learn to play an instrument from the Woodwind (flute, clarinet, saxophone), Brass (trumpet, trombone, tuba), or Percussion (drums, xylophone) families and rehearse and perform music as a large ensemble. Through the practicing and performing of music through these instruments, students will learn aural skills, techni-cal/theoretical skills, interpretive skills, intellectual skills and synthesis skills.

Requirements: Daily practice (at home, out of classroom time), team-work, and a good ear are essential, ability to read sheet music is preferred but not required. Performances & concerts are occasionally scheduled outside of class time (after school), and are mandatory to participate. Students are encouraged to provide their own instruments through either the EPC Instrument Rental Program, through a music store’s rental program, or purchased/acquired by the family. Certain instruments and sheet music are provided, some optional materials may be purchased by the student/parent.

Music Composition & Songwriting 10/20/30

Credits: 3 or 5 (if you take this course all year you will recieve 5 credits)

Music Composition & Songwriting is an advanced-level course for students wishing to become better musicians and composers, those wishing to attend a University-level Music Program, or those who are interested in writing their own music for performance & recording. This course covers the basics of music theory (notes, scales, chords) up into Jazz and Rock composition, including Chord Progressions, song analysis, ear-training, and some keyboard theory. Students will learn to write their own songs as well as arrange standard songs to suit their tastes (“cover” song), which will be performed at the end of the year and recorded onto digital format.

Requirements: Daily practice outside of class time; 1 year minimum of previous musical experience on Piano, Guitar, Woodwind, Brass or Per-cussion; ability to read sheet music, a good ear, and teamwork. Performances & concerts are occasionally scheduled outside of class time (after school), and are mandatory to participate. Students are encouraged to provide their own instruments through either the EPC Instrument Rental Pro-gram, through a music store’s rental program, or purchased/acquired by the family. Some optional materials may also be purchased by the student/parent.

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Careers and the World of WorkRAP (Registered Apprenticeship Program)These courses are listed according to the trade the student is working. There are over 50 trades to choose from in the province of Alberta. See the R.A.P. Co-ordinator for more information (Mr. Rudyk).

Work ExperienceWork Experience 3-10 Credits for each level (15, 25, 35) * To a maximum of 15 credits

Work Experience is employment undertaken by a student as a part of a planned school program which is under the cooperative supervision of a teacher-coordinator and the employer. Credits may be earned to a maximum of fifteen credits per student on the basis of a student’s performance in 62.5 hours work for 3 credits, 125 hours work for 5 credits, 250 hours work for 10 credits and 375 hours work for 15 credits. Consideration is given to placing students in work environments related to careers they may be exploring. Students will gain an understanding of the world of work and of a particular occupation.

Co-Requisite: HSC 3000 - Workplace Safety Systems

Work Experience can be completed after hours, if prior arrangements are made with the instructor.

Students may not commence this course until approval has been received for the work site and all necessary documentation is completed.NOTE: The number of Work Experience credits that a student may count toward a High School Diploma is limited to 15.


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Alberta Education’s revised Career & Technology Studies (CTS) program engages students in learning opportunities to discover their interests in practical and purposeful ways.

The CTS program, fully implemented in September 2010, centres around five clusters and more than 1000 1-credit courses in 28 occupational areas. A cluster is a group of CTS courses that represents occupations with broad industry commonalities. Clusters in CTS are aligned with the Na-tional Occupational Classification and function as an organizing tool for the CTS program:

• Business, Administration, Finance & Information Technology (BIT)• Health, Recreation & Human Services (HRH)• Media, Design & Communication Arts (MDC)• Natural Resources (NAT)• Trades, Manufacturing & Transportation (TMT)

Within each cluster are occupational areas that contain courses related to specific areas of work. Students can explore their interests by selecting and creating personalized pathways.

A pathway is a selection of courses to give students the opportunity to explore and acquire the attitudes, skills and knowledge for a career that is relevant to their interests. Pathways support goals that may include university, college, apprentice training, or moving directly into the workforce.Specialized skill pathways are a collection of courses selected to address student interests in a field of study; e.g., Event Planner, Outdoor Guide, Court Clerk.

Credentialed pathways are a series of specific courses selected to provide opportunities for students to achieve a credential or credit awarded by a recognized community or industry organization or post-secondary institution; e.g., Welder, A+ Certification Computer Repair Technician.Each CTS course at the introductory, intermediate and advanced levels represents approximately 25 hours of instruction. Some courses require one or more prerequisites.

An Occupational Area is a grouping of courses related to specific areas of work. The CTS compass below shows the organization of CTS in relation to the National Occupational Classification and proposed middle years/junior high school program, Career and Technology Foundations.Each of the 28 occupational areas are listed in their respective clusters.

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An Occupational Area is a grouping of courses related to specific areas of work. The CTS compass below shows the organization of CTS in relation to the National Occupational Classification and proposed middle years/junior high school program, Career and Technology Foundations.Each of the 28 occupational areas are listed in their respective clusters.


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Occupational Areas

BITComputing Science – explore hardware, software and processes to write or create structured algorithms and programs that input, process and out-put data.

Enterprise & Innovation – study the area of business that deals with the organization and management of a project, undertaking or innovation.

Financial Management – plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operation of an accountant, auditor or financial service.

Information Processing – take information and process it from one form into another.

Management & Marketing – learn the processes associated with promotion for the sale of goods and services.

Networking – use a group of computers that are connected for the purpose of communication.

HRHCommunity Care Services – experience volunteering and developing skills for community-based services in a variety of settings.

Cosmetology – learn the various skills involved in the cosmetology trade, such as haircutting, texturizing, colouring and styling.

Esthetics – specialize in skin care and treatments, including facials, cosmetic make-up services, hair removal, massage and nail art.

Foods – examine the role of food, looking beyond consumption to production, visual appreciation, nutrition, meal planning, economics and prepara-tion.

Health Care Services – prepare for medical careers by examining the anatomy and function of the body systems. Develop first aid, CPR and occu-pational safety skills necessary for careers in emergency response.

Human & Social Services – learn about occupations related to wellness, human development, family support, and professional standards and ethics.

Legal Studies – become familiar with the influence, impact and complexities of the law in daily life.

Recreation Leadership – develop skills useful for coaching, fitness leadership, sport performance, athletic therapy and leading recreational activities.

Tourism – look at the impact of tourism in Alberta and around the world and develop knowledge and skills required for the tourism industry.


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MDCCommunication Technology – discover and develop skills to relay a message effectively using various forms of media, including animation, print, photography and audio/visual.

Design Studies – learn about the creative process from conception through to development in architecture, industrial design, engineering, interior design and landscaping.

Fashion Studies – design, manufacture and market clothing and other textile products as well as study the history, sociology and economics of cloth-ing and textile arts.

NATAgriculture – learn the how and why of producing agriculture/horticulture products, providing related services, supporting sustainable development and efficient use of natural resources.

Environmental Stewardship – examine the management and conservation of the environment and propose actions that foster the sustainable devel-opment and use of resources.

Forestry – develop an understanding of the forest as a resource and how to maintain its sustainability.

Primary Resources – examine mineral industries and technologies that support sustainable development and efficient use of mineral resources.

Wildlife – examine the human relationship to the natural environment and consider the impact of various human pursuits on species and ecosys-tems.

TMTConstruction – develop skills in the use of tools and materials used in construction processes. Safely transform common wood materials into useful products.

Electro-Technologies – provide technical support and services in the design, development, testing, production, service, repair and operation of elec-trical and electronic equipment and systems.

Fabrication – develop skills in the use of tools and materials used in fabrication processes. Safely transform common metals into useful products.

Logistics – organize and coordinate the movement of people, materials and data.

Mechanics – inspect, diagnose, repair and service mechanical, electrical and electronic systems and components of cars and light and commercial transport trucks.


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PathwaysBusiness, Administration, Finance & Information TechnologyThe BIT cluster focuses on the management, marketing and use of electronic technologies to access, use and manipulate information within person-al, family, workplace, community and global contexts. This cluster challenges students to expand their confidence, experience and skills as innova-tors and leaders.

Credentials/credit accessible through BIT Pathways:• Computer Science – five 3000-level credits (requirement for select bachelor programs at U of A and U of C)

• Focus on Information Technology (FIT)

• CompTIA A+ • Microsoft Certified Application Specialist in the following:Access 2007, Excel 2007, PowerPoint 2007 and Word 2007.

• CompTIA Network+

Health, Recreation & Human ServicesThe HRH cluster focuses on a vast array of challenging and rewarding careers in health care, community supports, recreation, cosmetology, food services, tourism and law.

Credentials/credit accessible through HRH PathwaysHRH:• Aquatic Exercise Leader • Cook First Period Apprenticeship • Ever Active Kids Leader• Athletic Injury Management • emerit Food and Beverage Manager • Fitness for the Older Adult Leader• Basic Interpreter • emerit Food and Beverage Server • Foundations of Athletic Therapy• Child Care First Aid • emerit Tourism Essentials • Foundations of Mentoring• Child Development Assistant • Ever Active Aging Leader • Group Exercise Leader• Hairstylist Journeyperson • Interactive Group Management • Leave No Trace Trainer• Medical First Responder • Resistance Training Leader • Sports Nutrition• Sports Taping and Strapping • Standard First Aid with CPR C and AED • Trained Coach


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PathwaysMedia, Design & Communication ArtsThe MDC cluster is designed to provide students the flexibility to adapt to various situations relating to design, communication and esthetics. This cluster includes courses related to art and culture, such as the performing arts, film and video, broadcasting, journalism, writing, creative design, fashion, libraries and museums.

Credentials/credit accessible through MDC Pathways:• Costume Sewing Assessment Level I • Level II (Stitcher Advanced)• Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) in Illustrator CS4 • Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) in InDesign CS4• Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) in Photoshop CS4

Natural ResourcesNAT focuses on conservation and the sustainable use of natural resources. In this cluster, learners develop the motivation and commitment to work individually and collectively as private citizens and members of the workforce toward the conservation and responsible use of air, energy, forests, land, minerals, water and wildlife.

Credentials/credit accessible through NAT Pathways• Alberta Conservation and Fishing Education Program

• Alberta Conservation and Hunter Education Program

• International Bowhunter Education Program • Pleasure Craft Operator Card

Trades, Manufacturing & TransportationThe TMT cluster focuses on skills and knowledge related to the design, construction, fabrication and maintenance of a product. This cluster includes courses that relate to manufacturing, processing, utilities, construction, mechanics, fabrication, trades supervision, trades contracting, logistics, transportation and heavy equipment.

Credentials/credits accessible through TMT Pathways

• Auto Service Technician First Period Appren-ticeship

• Carpenter First Period Apprenticeship • Welder First Period Apprenticeship

Pathway Planning

Career development requires students to develop enthusiasm for lifelong learning that carries them beyond learning in school. Ultimately, students make their links between school, career development and post-secondary options. Creating personalized pathways in CTS allows students the op-portunity to expand their career goals and interests and make connections among CTS courses and other subjects.


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CTS (Career and Technology Studies)EPC offers an extensive Career and Technology Studies Program in an advanced technological facility. All CTS classrooms and labs provide ac-cess to industry standard equipment, tools, and software that allow students the opportunity to explore specific programs, specialized skills, and post secondary and industry credentials or articulation. Students taking CTS courses will complete specific individual modules that allow them to develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes as prescribed within the program. All CTS modules within each course are weighted at a single credit. The success-ful completion of each module earns one high school credit towards the Alberta High School Diploma. All successfully completed modules within a CTS course are tracked and documented in the student’s mark history. Course fees are assessed in many CTS programs; see course descriptions for course fees. All courses in this guide are listed in alphabetical order.

Coaching & Sports PsychologyFLEX BLOCK ONLY

CREDITS: 5LEVEL: Introductory, Intermediate & Advanced

Coaching 1: Students learn basic coaching skills common to all sports in the areas of planning and delivering a practice, teaching and learning, and mental skills training. Students develop an appreciation for the role of coaches in community recreation programs.

Coaching 2: Students learn basic coaching skills common to all sports in the areas of designing a sport program and ethical considerations for coaching. Students develop an appreciation for the roles and responsibilities of coaches in community recreation programs.

Sports Psychology 1: Students assess the impact of mental fitness on optimal sport, artistic and/or academic performance and motivation. Students examine and demonstrate strategies to strengthen mental fitness, including relaxation, visualization and positive self-talk.

Sports Psychology 2: Students evaluate the impact of confidence, belief, emotions, self-awareness, rest and relaxation on optimal performance. Stu-dents examine the impact of perspective and identity on athletes and their athletic performance and evaluate team dynamics in relation to optimal group functioning.

Sports Psychology 3: Students recommend and design strategies for helping athletes achieve optimal performance levels. Societal attitudes towards sport are examined. Students demonstrate and plan techniques for energy management, focus and activation, self-talk, and visualization.

REC2120 COACHING 1 REC3120: COACHING 2REC1050 SPORT PSYCHOLOGY 1 REC2050 SPORT PSYCHOLOGY 2REC3050: SPORT PSYCHOLOGY 3


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Construction TechnologyREGULAR & FLEX BLOCK

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY 1Credits: 5+ credits & CTR 1210: Personal Safety ManagementLevel: IntroductoryContent: This class teaches the terminology, tools and processes common in building systems and manufacturing systems. The emphasis will be building construction with other courses involving individual woodworking projects. At least five of the following courses will be completed:

CON 1010 Basic Tools and Materials CON 1130 Solid Stock Construction CON 1070 Building Construction CON 1140 Turning Operations CON 1120 Project Management CON 1160 Manufactured Materials Students will be expected to pay for materials used.

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY 2Credits: 1-9Level: IntermediateContent: This class teaches the fundamentals of cabinetry, furniture making and carpentry. An extension of the basic courses, students will con-tinue to develop safe practices and skills which are in high demand in the workplace. Students in consultation with the instructor will complete 5 of these courses:

CON 2040 Framing System ICON 2050 Roof Structures ICON 2060 Exterior FinishingCON 2120 Multiple MaterialsCON 2130 Furniture Making ICON 2140 Furniture IICON 2150 Finishing & RefinishingCON 2160 Cabinet Making ICON 2170 Cabinet Making II

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Construction Technology Con’tCONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY 3CREDITS: 5+LEVEL: Intermediate / AdvancedCONTENT: This is a project-based class for students who have completed Construction Technology 2. Students will be expected to complete a minimum of 5 courses at the intermediate and/or advanced level in Construction Technology. Students will have some choice in what area they want to specialize in.

Students will be expected to pay for materials used.

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY FLEX CREDITS: VariableLEVEL: Introductory/Intermediate / AdvancedCONTENT: This is a project-based class for any student at any level. Students will have the opportunity to complete a construction project at the introductory, intermediate and/or advanced level. Students will have some choice in what area they want to specialize in.

Cosmetology 10REGULAR & FLEX BLOCK

CREDITS: 5+LEVEL: Introductory and Intermediate

This exciting Cosmetology 10 course is being offered at the new “EPC X-Pressions Style Studio”! Students will develop their knowledge and skills related to personal and professional grooming practices. They will learn to create various types of long hair designs using different techniques including roping, knotting, and braiding. Students will learn about the basic structure of fingernails, perform manicures, and use different nail art techniques to enhance the appearance of their fingernails.

All theory and practical work will be completed at the new on-site location at EPC.

Students will complete at least five of the following Introductory and Intermediate modules in Cosmetology and Esthetics:

COS1010 Personal and Professional Practices COS 2910 Project BCOS1020 Long Hair Design 1 EST1070 Manicuring 1COS2010 Long Hair Design 2 EST2090 Nail Art COS2210 Client Services and Sales 1 EST2910 Project B


Cosmetology 20REGULAR & FLEX BLOCK

Credits: 5+Pre-requisite: Cosmetology 10LEVEL: Intermediate and Advanced

This second-year Cosmetology 20 course is being offered at the new “EPC X-Pressions Style Studio”! Students will further develop their knowledge and skills related to personal and professional grooming practices. Not only will students continue to use roping, knotting, and braiding techniques, but they will also be able to use more styling tools (marcel curling irons and flat irons) to enhance the bridal and graduation hair styles they will be creating in the advanced hair design module.

In this second-year program, students will practice doing French manicures and applying UV light-cured gel nail polish (soaks off). They will learn how to do a pedicure, including foot massage techniques. Using their knowledge of the principles of client service and consultation, students will have the opportunity to offer manicures and pedicures to clients. This class will provide students with opportunities to explore and prepare for cos-metology and esthetics-related career options.

Students will complete at least five of the following Intermediate and Advanced modules in Cosmetology and Esthetics:

COS3010 Professional Relationships EST2070 Manicuring 2 EST3090 Nail Enhancement – Gel (using UV light-cured gel nail polish which soaks off)

COS3020 Long Hair Design 3 EST2075 Manicuring 3 – Client Services EST3105 Nail Enhancement – Client ServicesCOS3280: Client Services and Sales 2 EST3070 Pedicuring

EST3075 Manicuring and Pedicuring-Client Services

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Esthetics 10REGULAR & FLEX BLOCK

CREDITS: 5+LEVEL: Introductory and Intermediate

This Esthetics 10 course is being offered at the new “EPC X-Pressions Style Studio”! Students will develop their knowledge and skills related to personal and professional grooming practices. They will analyze the condition of the skin and perform basic skin care practices, including cleans-ing, toning, nourishing and protecting. They will determine facial shapes and perform makeup techniques to accentuate certain features. Using their knowledge of the principles of client service and consultation, students will have the opportunity to perform facials and apply makeup for clients.

All theory and practical work will be completed at the new on-site location at EPC.Students will complete at least five of the following Introductory and Intermediate modules in Cosmetology and Esthetics:

COS1010 Personal and Professional PracticesEST1020 Skin Care Practices EST1025 Skin Care Practices – Client ServicesEST1025 Skin Care Practices – Client ServicesEST2030 FacialsEST2035 Facials – Client ServicesEST2050 MakeupEST2055 Makeup – Client Services


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Esthetics 20REGULAR & FLEX BLOCK

CREDITS: 5+Pre-requisite: Esthetics 10LEVEL: Introductory, Intermediate, and Advanced

This second-year Esthetics 20 course is being offered at the new “EPC X-Pressions Style Studio”! Students will further develop their knowledge and skills related to personal and professional grooming practices. For the theatrical makeup modules, students will identify and use appropriate materi-als to perform basic theatrical makeup techniques. In more advanced classes, students will construct and apply two-and three-dimensional makeup and prostheses. They will also analyze images of characters in an effort to design, plan, and apply theatrical makeup to recreate these images. In the Body Therapy module, students will apply learn the principles and practices of body therapy, and apply skin care products to body surfaces. In the Facial and Body Adornment module, students will explore alternative forms of body adornment (e.g. false eye lashes). This class will provide students with opportunities to explore and prepare for Esthetics-related career options.

All theory and practical work will be completed at the new on-site location at EPC.Students will complete at least five of the following Introductory, Intermediate, and Advanced modules in Esthetics:

EST1140 Theatrical Makeup 1 EST3140 Theatrical Makeup 3 EST3060: Facial and Body AdornmentEST2140 Theatrical Makeup 2 EST3145 Theatrical Makeup 4 – Client Ser-

vicesEST3920: Project E

EST2920: Project C EST3010: Body Therapy


Fashion StudiesFLEX BLOCK ONLY

Credits: 5 + Prerequisite: NONELevel: Introductory / Intermediate

Fashion courses offer students the opportunity to develop skills that can be applied in their daily lives, now and in the future. Career, technological and employability skills are emphasized in every module. Individual modules are comprised of both practical application and theoretical learning. Most projects are student selected which could range from fleece mittens, pants, shirts, sweaters, skirts and simple dresses to corsets, bathing suits and grad dresses.

Content: Fashion Studies is a comprehensive and informative course that is teacher directed which encourages the student to:

• develop an understanding of the role fashion plays in society and its impact on the individual and family in daily living, in the workplace and on the environment.

• practice and achieve competencies in designing, constructing and/or merchandising fashion projects.• develop a greater awareness of the role of fashion-related businesses and industries in society, and the potential for en-

terprise and innovation within the broad area of fashion.• assess personal interests, abilities and aptitudes relevant to making realistic and satisfying career choices in the fashion

industry and auxiliary areas.

Pre-Requisite ModuleFAS 1030 Sewing Fundamentals – all students must complete this prior starting any other Fashion Studies mod-ule. Students learn how to safely use and care for sewing equipment, pressing equipment, and apply these skills during project assembly. Introductory ModulesFAS 1000 Fashion Illustration 1 1 CreditFAS 1010 Fashion Dynamics 1 CreditFAS 1020 Textiles & Their Care 1 CreditFAS 1050 Redesign, Recycle & Restore 1 CreditFAS 1060 Creating Accessories 1 1 CreditFAS 1130 Construction Fundamentals 1 1 CreditFAS 1190 Textile Arts 1 Credit


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Fashion Studies Continued

Intermediate Modules FAS 2040 Evolution of FashionFAS 2050 Flat Pattern 1FAS 2060 Pattern Drafting 1FAS 2080 ActivewearFAS 2090 Specialty FabricsFAS 2100 Sewing For OthersFAS 2110 Creating Home DécorFAS 2120 Surface EmbellishmentFAS 2130 Construction Fundamentals 2FAS 2130 Fashion MerchandisingFAS 2160 Creating Accessories 2FAS 2180 Creative CostumingFAS 2190 Textile Arts 2Advanced modules are available depending on the students’ prerequisites and skill level.


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Financial Management & Marketing ManagementREGULAR & FLEX BLOCK

Credits: 5+ credits in Financial Management modules + 3 credits in Marketing Management modulesLevels: Introductory + IntermediateContent: In the financial management modules, students will explore concepts that affect the finances of an individual, including a code of conduct, the economic environment, acquiring and using financial resources, and the effects of government legislation. They will be introduced to different types of accounting and the appropriate terminology. Financial accounting will be the focus; they will become familiar with different financial state-ments and generally accepted accounting principles. They will analyze and record business transactions up to trial balance for the fiscal period of a service business. Students will complete the accounting cycle for a service business, preparing financial statements and closing accounts. They also will explore other factors of a business, including budgets.

In the marketing management modules, students will identify basic management and marketing concepts. They will describe retail merchandising strategies of value to the retail employee, manager, or owner. Students will identify different types of visual merchandising, describe how to con-struct attention-getting displays, and evaluate visual merchandising. Students will be introduced to communication channels, delivery strategies, and advertising media that can be used to inform potential customers about products and services available in the marketplace.

At least five of the following modules will be completed: FIN1010 Personal Financial Information FIN1015 Accounting Prep FIN1020 Accounting Cycle 1 FIN1030 Accounting Cycle 2 FIN1910 Fin Project A MAM1010 Marketing and Management MAM2030 Visual Merchandising MAM2090 Promotion: Print Advertising

MATERIALS: Students will be expected to bring a basic function calculator along with a ruler, pencils, and erasers.

Foods StudiesREGULAR BLOCK

Foods courses offer students the opportunity to develop daily life skills and career or temporary employability skills. Individual modules are com-prised of both practical application and theoretical learning. Foods 1Credits: 5 +Prerequisite: NONELevel: Introductory / IntermediateContent: Foods 1 is a comprehensive and informative course that encourages the student to investigate various methods of food preparation and service. The course is teacher directed with a focus on nutrition, safety and sanitation, multicultural aspects of food. The principles of milk and egg cookery, and the development of wholesome dishes using convenience foods are also investigated through a variety of practical labs.


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Foods Studies Con’t Module Clusters Credit TotalsFOD 1010 Food BasicsFOD 1020 Contemporary BakingFOD 1030 Snacks & Appetizers

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FOD 1060 Canadian Heritage FoodsFOD 2170 International Cuisine 1

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FOD 2060 Milk Products & Eggs 1FOD 2140 Rush Hour Cuisine 1FOD 1910 Project A - Catering- reserved for students who are up-to-date with regular Foods class work.

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Foods 2Credits: 5+Prerequisite: FOD 1010Level: Intermediate / AdvancedContent: Foods 2 is a program that enables the student to experience a variety of advanced culinary techniques and to develop a practical founda-tion in food preparation. The course is teacher directed with a focus on the application of theory, nutrition, safety and sanitation, and career re-search. Module Clusters Credit TotalsFOD 3070 Short Order Cooking 1FOD 3060 Food Presentation 1FOD 2070 Soups & SaucesFOD 3050 Advanced Soups and Sauces

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FOD 2100 Basic Meat CookeryFOD 3080 Advanced Meat Cookery

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FOD 3030 Creative Baking 1Additional modules available to choose from for students who are in Foods 2 or who have completed Foods 2 are:FOD 3100 Entertaining with FoodFOD 3160 Regional CuisineFOD 3020 Nutrition and Digestion


Foods Studies Flex

FLEX BLOCK

Foods Flex Project - (Provided during the Flexibility block only)Credits: dependant on student choice…see below. Prerequisite: None for Food Projects, FOD 1010 for the remaining modules listed below.

Credits: 5+Level: Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced

Content: Foods Special Projects is provided to give students the option to design modules that are based on their personal Culinary strengths and interests. Offered during the ‘Flexibility’ block, students can either take one module or link several CTS modules together for more credits. Even though this is a student directed course, a teacher will be available to assist and assess the student’s work.

Modules Suggested CreditsFOD 1910 Food Project AFOD 2910 Food Project BFOD 2920 Food Project CFOD 3910 Food Project DFOD 3920 Food Project E

1 Credit Per Module

FOD 2160 Food VentureFOD 3130 The Food EntrepreneurFOD 3150 Food ResearchFOD 3140 International Cuisine 2FOD 3120 Food Evolution / Innovation

1 Credit Per Module

Note: Students choose a particular area of interest in food / food industry and design a module based on that interest.


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Information Technology & Communication Technology

REGULAR & FLEX BLOCK

Formerly known as Information Processing this course sequence concentrates on computer based interactive media design, production and office applications. Its primary focus is the creation of graphic design style products using the Adobe Design Suite Collection. Students are taught to cre-ate a comprehensive digital portfolio including photographic images, graphic design, animations and web design. Students gain their experience by using professional programs as an artistic tool to create a large variety of projects. The program also focuses on the crossover of office application into multimedia applications. As such, students will also learn Microsoft office. A new option with this course is the digital photography section which allows students to learn about digital photography both in the class/studio and outside.

Flex Time Choices:

Students may choose to take any modules that are available in their regular block, they may also move into intermediate and advanced courses at this time if they so choose.

Introductory Level

Students who are in the introductory level will have a choice of modules to take. There will be 3 mandatory modules (Visual Composition, Word Pro-cessing and Web Design 1) all other modules will be up to the student to choose.

Credits: 5 +Prerequisite: None Level: Beginner

Modules:

COM1005: VISUAL COMPOSITIONCOM1035: GRAPHICS TOOLSCOM1055: WEB DESIGN 1COM1910: COM PROJECT AINF1030: WORD PROCESSING 1INF1060: SPREADSHEET 1INF1070: DIGITAL PRESENTATION


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Information Technology & Communication Technology Intermediate Level

Credits: 5 +Prerequisite: Are determined on a course to course basisLevel: Intermediate

COM2025: ELECTRONIC LAYOUT & PUBLISHING 1 INF2080: SPREADSHEET 2COM2035: RASTER GRAPHICS 1COM2055: WEB DESIGN 2COM2045: VECTOR GRAPHICS 1COM2175: INTERACTIVE PRESENTATIONCOM2910: COM PROJECT BCOM2920: COM PROJECT CINF2050: WORD PROCESSING 2INF2020: KEYBOARDING

Advanced Level

Credits: 5 +Prerequisite: Are determined on a course to course basisLevel: Advanced

COM3025: ELECTRONIC LAYOUT & PUBLISHING 2COM3045: VECTOR GRAPHICS 2COM3065: RICH MEDIA - PROGRAMMINGCOM3085: CONTENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEMSCOM3035: RASTER GRAPHICS 2COM3055: RICH MEDIA - BASICSCOM3075: CASCADING STYLE SHEETSCOM3910: COM PROJECT DCOM3920: COM PROJECT EINF3010: HARDWARE & SOFTWARE ANALYSISINF3060: WORD PROCESSING 3

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Legal StudiesFLEX BLOCK ONLY

Credits: 5Prerequisite: NONELevel: Introductory/Intermediate

Legal StudiesLaw is an essential part of Canada’s culture as without law, we cannot function effectively in our daily lives. A broad knowledge and understanding of law is not only a practical and useful tool that aids us in our everyday lives, but is also an important factor in the operation of a democratic and orderly society.Legal Studies at Edwin Parr Composite School will cover the three introductory courses and at least two additional intermediate or advanced cours-es throughout the semester. Various course descriptions are as follows:

LGS1010: Private Law LGS1030: Relationship Law LGS2030: Environmental LawLGS1020: Public Law LGS2010: Family Law LGS3080: Criminal Law


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MechanicsREGULAR & FLEX BLOCK

These classes will help students develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes regarding the design, service, and repair of transportation systems andexpand personal knowledge and appreciation of career opportunities related to the transportation industry.

Mechanics 1Credits: 1-6Prerequisite: NONELevel: Introductory / Intermediate / AdvancedContent: In Mechanics 1, through instruction, research and hands-on experiences; students have the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills on the design, maintenance and care of the automobile. It will also provide insight into possible rewarding careers in the industry.Mandatory Courses: Optional Courses:MEC 1020 Vehicle Care MEC 3010 Buying and Selling a VehicleMEC 1040 Engine Fundamentals CTR Project 1AMEC 2020 Vehicle Maintenance

MEC 2030 Lubrication and Cooling Systems Mechanics 2 & 3Credits: 1- 10 or more per semesterPrerequisites: Mechanics 1Level: Introductory / Intermediate / AdvancedContent: Mechanics 2 / 3 is an advanced vocational class dealing with the diagnosis and repair of the automobile. Mechanics 2 / 3 is a practical, hands-on class which is best suited to students with an interest in pursuing a career in the trade or in completing major automotive repairs on their own vehicles. Optional Courses: Because students in the Mechanics 2 / 3 course come with various backgrounds and have completed different modules, there are no pre-determined modules listed. Courses will be set to attempt to have the majority of students working on the same modules at the same time. Some students may have to work on modules on an individual basis. Many graduates of the program are working in this or other related trades. Modules will be chosen from the following list:

MEC 1090 Electrical Fundamentals MEC 2130 Drive Trains MEC 3070 Engine Reconditioning 2MEC 1110 Pneumatics & Hydraulics MEC 2140 Transmissions / Transaxles MEC 3080 Alternative Energy SystemsMEC 1130 Mechanical Systems MEC 2150 Suspension Systems MEC 3090 Computer SystemsMEC 2010 Vehicle Detailing MEC 2160 Steering Systems MEC 3100 Climate ControlMEC 2040 Fuel & Exhaust Systems MEC 3020 Vehicle Value Appraisal MEC 3120 Power AssistingMEC 2070 Emission Controls MEC 3030 Engine Diagnosis MEC 3130 Auto. TransmissionsMEC 2090 Power Assist Accessories MEC 3040 Engine Tune-Up MEC 3140 Drive Train RepairMEC 2110 Braking Systems MEC 3050 Engine Replacement MEC 3150 Wheel AlignmentMEC 2120 Hydraulic Accessories MEC 3060 Engine Reconditioning 1 Various CTR Projects

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Photography Flex FLEX BLOCK ONLY

Credits: 5+Prerequisite: Visual Communication Technology 1005 (this can be taken as a co-requisite if need be)Level: Introductory / Intermediate/AdvancedSupplies Needed: Any digital camera for the first module. A digital SLR camera for all other modules (note: there are a limited number of school cameras).

What is Photography Flex?

Would you like to learn more about photography? What makes a good photograph anyways? Ever wonder how to use all the features on your cam-era to take the best pictures possible? Or perhaps you just want to learn how to take better photographs. This course may be the right one for you. The digital photography program will teach you about the following:

Exposure, camera anatomy, shutter speed, ISO, aperture, white balance, metering, composition, colour and black & white principles, studio photog-raphy and outdoor photography.

Students must complete the Visual Communication Technology 1005 module and the Photography 1205 modules first as they are the prerequistes to all other photography modules. It is recommended that you have the Vis Com 1005 prior to signing up.

Modules:

COM1005: VISUAL COMPOSITIONCOM1205: PHOTOGRAPHY - INTROCOM1215: PHOTOGRAPHY - EXPOSURECOM2205: PHOTOGRAPHY - COMPOSITIONCOM2215: PHOTOGRAPHY - COMMUNICATIONCOM2235: PHOTOGRAPHY - LENSESCOM3205: PHOTOGRAPHY - LIGHTINGCOM3215: PHOTOGRAPHY - PHOTOJOURNALISMCOM3235: PHOTOGRAPHY – B/W DIGITAL TECHNIQUESCOM3225: PHOTOGRAPHY - COLOURCOM3245: PHOTOGRAPHY - OUTDOOR

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Sign Making and T-Shirt PrintingFLEX BLOCK ONLY

Credits: 5Prerequisite: NONELevel: Introductory / Intermediate/Advanced This is another new course that will allow students to try out a number of projects unique to EPC. Mr. Clarke will be offering this course to students as a blend of creative and hands on projects in the form of t-shirt printing, vinyl sign making, wooden sign making and many other exciting projects! The course will teach students the principles behind designing projects that they can create and use; and are broken down into the following areas:

T-Shirt Printing - Students will learn an age old printing making technique using screens and ink. Students will learn how to design vector graphics on computers and then they will use the images they create to print onto the shirts by hand... no inkjet iron ons here.

Vinyl sign making - Students will learn how to create vinyl decals and signs that can be used for all sorts of purposes. Whether it be for decorative license plates or stickers for your truck/car windows, or signs for other purposes. Students will create their graphics on the computer and then use the vinyl sign cutter to create their projects.

CNC sign making - EPC has a state-of-the-art CNC router machine. This machine can create many spectacular projects out of wood, and in this course it will be wooden signs. So if you need to create a sign for your folks driveway or to hang above the cabin door you’ll be able to make one here. Again, students will first create their projects on the computer and then the CNC machine will work it’s magic, and you’ll end up with something that you’ll have for many years to come.

Once students have mastered some of the basics with this course they can apply their knowledge to a plethora of other projects that can tie into a number of other courses, as you can see by the example!



Sports Medicine 15FLEX BLOCK ONLY

Credits: 3+Prerequisite: NONE

COURSE REC1020: INJURY MANAGEMENT 1 Level: Introductory Prerequisite: None Description: Students learn prevention, assessment and management techniques related to injuries that may occur during recreation and sporting events and activities.

Parameters: Access to instruction from an individual with recognized training in athletic first aid; e.g., Athletic Injury Management (AIM) from the Sport Medicine Council of Alberta.

Note: Successful completion of this course enables students to ap-ply for an Athletic Injury Management (AIM) Certificate from the Sport Medicine Council of Alberta. This certification is available to students from member schools that meet the Council’s requirements.

COURSE REC1040: FOUNDATIONS FOR TRAINING 1 Level: Introductory Prerequisite: None Description: Students apply basic training and movement principles to health-related and performance-related components of fitness training. Students create fitness activities and develop a basic individual fit-ness plan to achieve goals for health-related and performance-related components.

COURSE REC2010: NUTRITION FOR RECREATION ACTIVITIES & SPORT Level: Intermediate Prerequisite: None Description: Students explain the role of food and hydration in help-ing individuals achieve optimal physical performance for recreational physical activities and sport. Students acquire knowledge and skills to plan effectively for nutrition and hydration related to a variety of recre-ational activities and athletic events. Students examine food labeling and the role of recreation leaders and coaches related to promoting nutrition for performance.

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Tourism StudiesFLEX BLOCK ONLYCredits: 5Prerequisite: NONELevel: Introductory

Alberta has a high-quality lifestyle and room for future generations to grow and thrive. We have a rich history and are known for our warm welcome to newcomers, whose contributions have helped shape the economic base and enhance the cultural and social fabric of our province.

Alberta’s tourism industry generates over $5 billion in annual expenditures, and is supported by a range of tourism, hospitality and service-related businesses that cater to the needs of provincial, national and international tourists. Expenditures from Alberta’s tourism industry are targeted to grow to over $6 billion in 2013. This growth is based on worldwide tourism demand and the significant historical growth in tourism that Alberta has experi-enced over the past 10 years.

Those with entrepreneurial and business experience can benefit from the tourism investment opportunities Alberta has to offer. Learn more about what makes Alberta, Canada such an attractive place to invest and do business: The Tourism Studies strand helps students become aware of the economic, social and environmental impact of tourism and helps them understand how to tap into Alberta’s 5th largest industry.

Courses Offered: TOU 1010, 1030, 1040, 1050, 1060, 1070, 1120.

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Welding (Fabrication Studies)REGULAR BLOCK ONLYCredits: 5Prerequisite: NONELevel: Introductory / IntermediateFormat: The Welding Program at Edwin Parr Composite School is a modular approach for teaching and evaluation. This course covers:

• Welding Safety, Tools Required (Hand Tools & Power Tools)• Oxyacetylene Welding• Oxyfuel Welding• Thermal Cutting• Base Electric Welding

Edwin Parr Composite School is offering an increasing number of courses after hours. Students who register in these courses make a considerable commitment in terms of time, money (in some cases) and parental assistance. Most of these courses are offered immediately after school. Some will involve weekends, evenings or week long field trips. Students must provide their own transportation home after school. Each course is unique and gives students an opportunity to explore a particular interest in depth.

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WildlifeFLEX BLOCK ONLYCredits: 5Prerequisite: NONELevel: Introductory / Intermediate/Advanced Wildlife allows students to develop the attitudes, skills and knowledge related to wildlife and ecosystems, and an understanding for the need to man-age wildlife. The course also focuses on habitats & wildlife within the province of Alberta. There is also a focus on outdoor skills, such as navigation, bowhunting, angling, boating, outdoor cooking, survival skills, outdoor leadership and guiding. Students will learn about wildlife protection, steward-ship, management, social issues around wildlife, and wildlife values.

The course will be have a classroom and a practical field component and will offer the following modules:

WLD 1010 Introduction to Wildlife WLD 2020 Diversity of WIldlife Values WLD 3020 Wildlife Protection & StewardshipWLD 1020 Wildlife Diversity WLD 2040 Wildlife Spaces & Species WLD 3040 Wildlife Management Research

StudyWLD 1050 People, Culture & Wildlife Heritage WLD 2060 Wildlife & Society WLD 3050 Wildlife Management PrinciplesWLD 1060 Wildlife Navigation WLD 2070 Hunting & Game Management

PracticeWLD 3060 Wildlife Management Applications

WLD 1070 Hunting & Game Management Theory

WLD 2080 Angling & Fish Management Prac-tice

WLD 3090 Analyzing Issues in Wildlife

WLD 1075 Bowhunting Education WLD 2090 Issues in Wildlife WLD 3130 Outdoor LeadershipWLD 1080 Angling & Fish Management Theory WLD 2100 Outdoor Cooking Practice WLD 3140 Introduction to GuidingWLD 1100 Outdoor Cooking Theory WLD 2130 Outdoor Excursion WLD 3910 Project DWLD 1130 Outdoor Survival Skills WLD 2910 Project B WLD 3920 Project EWLD 1910 WLD Project A WLD 2920 Project C


1st Year Apprenticeship Programs

1st Year Apprenticeship Carpentry (Semester 1 only)REGULAR BLOCK ONLYCredits: 5+Prerequisite: NONELevel: Introductory / Intermediate/AdvancedFormat: The 1st year Apprenticeship Carpentry Program at Edwin Parr Composite School is a modular approach for teaching and evaluation and is facilitated by a Portage College Journeyman instructor. NOTE: This program will take up the first 3 blocks of each day. Build yourself a fantastic career in carpentry! Carpentry covers a diverse area of tasks from ground forming basements to the ridge of the roof and everywhere in between.As a carpenter you will construct and repair a huge range of structures made of wood, wood-substitutes and other building materials. You may work for construction companies or contractors or perhaps you will choose to be self-employed.Generally speaking, the con-struction industry is divided into residential and industrial commercial-institutional projects, you will find that duties vary between these two types of work.The Apprenticeship Carpentry program provides technical training as per the curriculum set out by Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Train-ing.

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1st Year Apprenticeship Programs

1st Year Apprenticeship Welding (Semester 2 only)REGULAR BLOCK ONLYCredits: 5+Prerequisite: NONELevel: Introductory / Intermediate/AdvancedFormat: The 1st year Apprenticeship Welding Program at Edwin Parr Composite School is a modular approach for teaching and evaluation and is facilitated by a Portage College Journeyman instructor. NOTE: This program will take up the first 3 blocks of each day. There has never been a better time to be a welder! If you’re looking for a trade with endless possibilities and opportunities then a welding career is for you.Welders can gain employment in the manufacturing, fabrication, construction and repair industries. Here are some examples: Fabrication, Aviation Welding Technician, Electric Arc Welder, Gas Shielded Arc Welder, Welder Apprentice, Spot Welder, Pressure Vessel Welder, Production Welder and many more!

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Drama Flex & Theatre Production 15/25/35

FLEX BLOCK ONLY & AFTER SCHOOL

Credits: 5Prerequisite: None

The Theatre Production course provides students with an opportunity to explore a variety of avenues in the realm of theatre. Students will be ex-posed to many of roles essential to producing and performing a live production for an audience. Participants will learn about and specialize in acting, stage management, props, stage carpentry, technical production and theatrical lighting, costuming, theatrical make-up, house management and much more!

In the fall students will audition and participate in the main stage production which will be presented In late November or Early December at the Nancy Appleby Theatre. Rehearsal time will be added in the evening and class time during the day for flex will be used to prepare for the production. This class will be availble by audition only. This class is not limited to drama students only; so, if you are an aspiring thespian audition for the fall production!

NOTE: You may still join the after school production even if you decide not to take the flex block option.

After Hours Courses

After Hours CoursesBecause of the time commitment involved, students are encouraged to take only one after hours course per semester. Students should contact the teacher responsible to find out more information and register for the course during the school year. Students should consult with school administra-tion with respect to the maximum number of credits that may be taken in Career Transition Courses.

Marine BiologyContact: Mrs. Erin Francis & Mr. Scott GrayCredits: 5Prerequisite: Science 10 (co-requisite)Content: Marine Biology is an academic science option that incorporates skills from the disciplines of physical education, science, outdoor education and wildlife. Credits for this course will be received through completion of a variety of Wildlife CTS modules (specific modules TBA) with a focus on marine wildlife.

This class will run from the end of April 2010 and will be completed at the end of June, 2011. Classes will be held once a month. They will take place from 3:30 p.m. until approximately 5:30 p.m. on weekday evenings. There will be at least 5 field trips, two of them being multi-day. The final field trip will take place in mid-May, and provides an excellent opportunity for students to apply all they have learned throughout the classes, includ-ing the knowledge and the skills. This final expedition will be at least 7 days in duration, and will take place on Canada’s beautiful west coast.

This is an extensive academic program. Its emphasis is on hands-on and field based learning. Students will become certified SCUBA divers, they will study the internal anatomy of a variety of organisms through dissection and research, they will become familiar with many organisms common to Canada’s west coast, and they will have the opportunity to interact with these organisms in their natural habitats. The approximate cost for participation in this program is $2900.00.

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AVVSAspen View Virtual School is an online/correspondance school designed to provide students with high quality educational programming through an alternative form of instruction. Students may register and enroll in courses at any time through the school year. All courses are delivered through a correspondence format, either through paper or online modules. Students who enroll in virtual programming do have access to instructors through our online learning management system (Moodle). All students are required to complete a minimum of one module per month in order to retain ac-tive status within the virtual school.

Currently AVVS offers the following courses:

Core:CALMEnglishMathematicsSciencesSocial Studies

CTS:AgricultureCommunication TechnologyCommunity Care ServicesDesign StudiesFinancial ManagementForensics ForestryLegal StudiesMechanicsTourism

Social Sciences:PsychologySociology

Aspen View Virtual School

Course Planners

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Picking the right coursesIt’s important to choose courses that are best suited for you. Understanding what your strengths and limitations are can aid in your decision. It’s not always easy to assess one’s own ability however, if you are to pick courses that you will have success in, you must be realistic about what courses will be best suited for you.

Before you select your courses, carefully read their descriptions and require-ments. It’s also crucial that you pick courses that will work in sequence. In other words, you will need to choose your path for your high school career. For some this is simple, and for others it can be a challenge. However, one should think about what they plan to do once they finish high school. Often this can help determine which courses will be best suited for your future goal. Understand-ably, however; some students do not know what they want to do once they’ve completed high school. In this instance, it is best to keep the most options open and available to you. This way you will have the piece of mind knowing that if you decide down the road that you want to pursue any career that you have all the courses you need to do so, that way you won’t have to upgrade when you’re older.

Up to a point a man’s life is shaped by environment, heredity, and movements and changes in the world about him. Then there comes a time when it lies within his grasp to shape the clay of his life into

the sort of thing he wishes to be. Only the weak blame parents, their race, their times, lack of good fortune, or the quirks of fate. Everyone has it within his power to say, “This I am today; that I will be tomorrow.” ~Louis L’Amour

Understanding the flex blockThe flex block is actually rather simple. During block 5 we have a Day 1, Day 2 schedule, which means that you have two classes that continually rotate. The flex block class is no different than any other class. However, if you are in a flex block option you can choose to opt out of it on a month to month basis. For example, you could take foods for a month and then photography.

The flex block also offers coreX classes, English, Math, Science and Social Studies. These classes are offered to students who wish to enhance their learning experience or is intended for students to improve and grow within the core courses they are currently taking. CoreX classes are only offered after the first month of each semester has passed.

Understanding the flex block & using the course plannersOn the next few pages you’ll find a course planner. Use these pages to fill in your intended pathways through high school. This will help you plan and visualize what you need to complete in order to graduate. Please note that Grade 9’s going into Grade 10 have a course planner pre-requisite check list. Also, K&E program students have a separate planner as well.

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Core Course Selection for upcoming grade 10 students

CORE Courses Choices Credits

ENGLISHIf your grade 9 LA mark is above 65% English 10-1 5If your grade 9 LA mark is below 65% English 10-2 5Knowledge & Employability Program English 10-4 5SOCIAL STUDIESIf your grade 9 Social mark is above 65%

Social 10-1 5

If your grade 9 Social mark is below 65%

Social 10-2 5

Knowledge & Employability Program Social 10-4 5MATHEMATICSIf your grade 9 Math mark is above 50%

Math 10-C 5

If your grade 9 Math mark is below 50%

Math 10-3 5

Knowledge & Employability Program Math 10-4 5SCIENCESIf your grade 9 Science mark is above 65%

Science 10 5

If your grade 9 Science mark is below 65%

Science 14 5

Knowledge & Employability Program Science 10-4 5PHYS.ED Phys.ed 10 (3 credit) 3 Credit 3Phys.ed 10 (5 credit) 5 Credit 5CALM 20 CALM 3

PLEASE NOTE ALL GRADE 10 STUDENTS MUST ENROLL IN CALM

Course Planner

Optional Course Selection for upcoming grade 10 students

Optional Courses Regular Block

Flex Block

Cred-its

Regular Block Choice

FlexBlock Choice

French Yes No 5French Challenge No Yes 5-15French Vernacular/CALM Yes No 8Art Yes No 5Drama Yes No 5Fantasy Sci Fi Yes No 5Film Studies Yes No 5Music No Yes 5CTS optionsCoaching & Sport Psychology No Yes 5Construction Tech Yes Yes 5Cosmetology Yes Yes 5Esthetics Yes Yes 5Fashion Studies No Yes 5Financial Management No Yes 5Food Studies Yes Yes 5Info Pro/Com Tech Yes Yes 5Legal Studies No Yes 5Mechanics Yes Yes 5Photography No Yes 5Sign Design No Yes 5Sports Medicine No Yes 5Tourism No Yes 5Welding Yes No 5Wildlife No Yes 5

PLEASE NOTE ALL GRADE 10 STUDENTS MUST ENROLL IN 2 - 4 options and 4 flex block options

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ENGLISHIf your English mark is above 65%. If it is below 65% choose 20-2 English 20-1 5If your 10-2 mark is above 50% English 20-2 5Knowledge & Employability Program English 20-4 5SOCIAL STUDIESIf your Social mark is above 65%. If it is below 65% choose 20-2 Social 20-1 5If your 10-2 mark is above 50% Social 20-2 5Knowledge & Employability Program Social 20-4 5MATHEMATICSIf your Math 10 C mark is above 65% Math 20-1 5If your Math 10 C mark is above 50% but below 65% Math 20-2 5If your Math 10 C mark is above 40% but below 50%, or if your Math 10-3 mark is above 50%

Math 20-3

Knowledge & Employability Program Math 20-4 5SCIENCESIf your Science 10 mark is above 50% you may choose any 20 level sciences. However it is recommended that you should have a minimum of 65% in Sci-ence 10. If your Science 10 mark is above 40% but below 50% then you may choose Science 24.

Science 20 (through vir-tual)

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Biology 20 5Chemistry 20 5

It is recommended that students planning on taking physics have a minimum grade of 65% in math 10 Pure or math 10C

Physics 20 5

If your Science 14 mark is above 50% Science 24 5Knowledge & Employability Program Science 20-4 5

PLEASE NOTE ALL GRADE 11 must have one 20 level science and math course as a graduation requirement.

Course Planner



Flex Block

Cred-its


FlexBlock Choice

French Yes No 5French Challenge No Yes 5-15Art Yes No 5Drama Yes No 5Fantasy Sci Fi Yes No 5Film Studies Yes No 5Music No Yes 5Phys. Ed 20 Yes No 5Work Experience N/A N/A 5RAP N/A N/A 5CTS optionsCoaching & Sport Psychology No Yes 5Construction Tech Yes Yes 5Cosmetology Yes Yes 5Esthetics Yes Yes 5Fashion Studies No Yes 5Financial Management No Yes 5Food Studies Yes Yes 5Info Pro/Com Tech Yes Yes 5Legal Studies No Yes 5Mechanics Yes Yes 5Photography No Yes 5Sign Design No Yes 5Sports Medicine No Yes 5Tourism No Yes 5Welding Yes No 5Wildlife No Yes 5

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ENGLISHIf your English mark is above 65%. If it is below 65% choose 30-2 English 30-1 5If your 20-2 mark is above 50% English 30-2 5Knowledge & Employability Program English 30-4 5SOCIAL STUDIESIf your Social mark is above 65%. If it is below 65% choose 30-2 Social 30-1 5If your 20-2 mark is above 50% Social 30-2 5MATHEMATICSIf your Math 20-Pure mark is above 65% Math 30 Pure 5If your Math 20-Applied mark is above 50% but below 65% Math 30 Ap-

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If your Math 20-Pure mark is above 65% Math 31 5SCIENCESIf your mark is above 65% in your Sciences then you may move to the 30 level. However, if it is less than 65% you may consider taking Science 30 through virtual.

Science 30 (through vir-tual)

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Biology 30 5Chemistry 30 5Physics 30 5

PLEASE NOTE: All Grade 12’s enrolled in 30 level core courses must write diploma exams. Diplomas are worth 50% of your grade. Also note, that Grade 12’s must complete the following in order to graduate: Social at a 30 level, English at a 30 level and two more 30 level courses (in any course other than Social and English).

FYI if you are planning on going to a post secondary school (University or College) please see Mr. Byers to confirm the entrance requirements for your program, as they change each year.

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Flex Block

Cred-its


FlexBlock Choice

French Yes No 5French Challenge No Yes 5-15Art Yes No 5Drama Yes No 5Fantasy Sci Fi Yes No 5Film Studies Yes No 5Music No Yes 5Phys.Ed 30 Yes No 5Work Experience N/A N/A 5RAP N/A N/A 5CTS optionsCoaching & Sport Psychology No Yes 5Construction Tech Yes Yes 5Cosmetology Yes Yes 5Esthetics Yes Yes 5Fashion Studies No Yes 5Financial Management No Yes 5Food Studies Yes Yes 5Info Pro/Com Tech Yes Yes 5Legal Studies No Yes 5Mechanics Yes Yes 5Photography No Yes 5Sign Design No Yes 5Sports Medicine No Yes 5Tourism No Yes 5Welding Yes No 5Wildlife No Yes 5

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Semester 1 Day 1 Day 2 Semester 2 Day 1 Day 2

Block 1

Block 2

Block 3

LunchBlock 4

Block 5 (Flex Block)

Each student will need a minimum of 4 cores (English, Math, Science & Social Studies).Grade 10’s will need a time slot for both CALM and phys.ed (either 3 or 5 credit) The rest of your timetable may be filled with a combination of options (or core courses).

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Everyone Learning Every Day

Three Year Plan

To assist you in planning your high school program, the form below provides spaces for the courses you are considering. We recommend at least a 110 credit load over the three years with an absolute minimum of 105 credits.

Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Course Mark Course Mark Course Mark

English 10- 10- English 20- 20- English 30- 30-

Social Studies 10- 10- Social Studies 20- 20- Social Studies 30- 30-

Mathematics 10- 10 Mathematics 20- 20- 20-3

Science 1 1 At least one: Science Biology Chemistry Physics

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Physical Education

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CALM 20

Must have at least 10 credits in any combination of CTS, Fine Arts, Modern Languages, PEd 20, PEd 30.

Must have at least 10 credits grade 12 English and Social.

Must have at least 10 credits at the grade 12 level in other courses.

Total Credits Total Credits Total Credits

Minimum Total of 100 Credits

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Name: Humanities RequirementsSocial Studies 30-1 Social Studies 30-2 English 30-1 English 30-2 Science RequirementsBiology 20 Chemistry 20 Physics 20 Science 20 Science 24 Mathematics RequirementsMath 20 Pure Math 20 Applied Math 24 Other RequirementsPhys.Ed 10 (3 or 5 credit) CALM Ten 30 Level Credits in any course other than Social or EnglishBiology 30 Chemistry 30 Physics 30 Science 30 Math 30 Pure Math 30 Applied Math 31 (Math 30 Pure co-requisite)Phys. Ed 30 Art 30 Drama 30 Work Experience 30 level French CTS Options (5 modules)

@ a 3000 level RAP

10 Credits in CTS, Fine Arts, 2nd Language, Phys.Ed 20/30, RAP100 Credits in totalCredit Check completed by:

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Edwin Parr Composite 4510 48 Street Athabasca, AB

T9S 1H6 Phone: 780 675 2285

Fax: 780 675 3544 URL:

www.aspenview.org/epc

To Graduate you will need:

An English or Social course at a 30 level.

A math and science at a 20 level.

Phys.Ed 10

CALM

Ten credits at a 30 level in any course other than Social and English.

Ten credits in any of the following: CTS, Fine Arts, 2nd Language, Phys.ed 20/30, RAP.

100 Credits in total.

Graduation Checklist 2011

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Name: English 20-2 Or English 30-4 Math 10-3 Or Math 14 Or Math 20-4 Science 14 Or Science 20-4 Social 10-2 Or Social 20-4 CALM Phys.Ed 10 5 Credits in: One of the following: 30 Level K&E occupations course 30 CTS course 30 Level Locally developed course with occupation focus 5 Credits in: One of the following: 30 level K&E workplace practicum 30 level Work experience 30 level Green certificate program 35 level RAP program 80 Credits total

Find us on Facebook. The Career Corner has a Facebook group with updates about school events (like post secondary visits), scholarship information, post secondary school open house information, and much more. To join, just search for EPC Career Corner, parents and students are encouraged to join.

Edwin Parr Composite 4510-48 Street Athabasca, AB

T9S 1H6 Phone: 780 675 2285

Fax: 780 675 3544 URL:


To Graduate you will need:

An English or Social course at a 30 level.

A math and science at a 20 level.

Phys.Ed 10

CALM

Ten credits at a 30 level in any course other than Social and English.

Ten credits in any of the following: CTS, Fine Arts, 2nd Language, Phys.ed 20/30, RAP.

100 Credits in total.

Graduation K & E Checklist 2011

Education Links

Edwin ParrWhat Can You Find on the EPC Website?

Our site carries information including staff email links, links to specific course websites, Pacers and Angels information, the school calendar, the student handbook, School Council information, grad information, lots of information regarding the diverse programs offered at EPC, post-secondary information including links to the University of Alberta, Grant MacEwan, and NAIT; as well as Scholarship information. There is so much more -- check us out at:


Aspen View Regional DivisionOur division website has up-to-date information about what is going on in Athabasca and around the Aspen View region. You can find the divsion website at: www.aspenview.org/do

Education Siteshttp://education.alberta.ca/http://www.alis.gov.ab.cahttp://www.aucc.ca/can_uni/our_universities/index_e.htmlhttp://www.campusstarter.com/

Scholarships, Bursaries and Loanshttp://alis.alberta.ca/scholarshipshttp://oncampus.mcleans/scholarshipshttp://Studentscholarships.org/albertabook.phpwww.studentscholarships.orgwww.albertascholarships.cawww.ammsa.comwww.nursingscholarships.cawww.nupge.ca/scholarshipswww.engineeringscholarships.cawww.listofscholarships.cawww.millenniumscholarship.cawww.hrdc-drhc.gc.ca/student_loans/

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Documents

EPC 2011/2012 Registration Guide