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Halifax West High School
Class of 2017 Parents
Halifax West High School
Class of 2017 Parents
Counsellors
Leah Ann Cameron ………A-FGareth Luke....G-MLori Welsh……….....N-ZSecretary…………Cathy Fitzgerald
HWHS Guidance Website
http://www.hwhs.ednet.ns.ca/guidance/
Career Cruising
www.careercruising.com User name……halifax Password……..west
WHAT IS A CREDIT? EVERY COURSE TAKEN AT HWHS COUNTS
AS ONE CREDIT (except math 10). Attendance is taken each period and monitored
by vice-principals. If you miss 16 classes you can lose the credit. If you lose two credits you can lose the semester.
Exemptions – opt out of final exam; based on attendance, some exceptions (math & English)
THE SEMESTERED SYSTEM TWO SEMESTERS PER YEAR (Sept-Jan, Feb-
June) Exams at end of each semester. FOUR COURSES PER SEMESTER (except
Music Band/English, Resource/English and Math 10 which run full year)
FIVE 1 HOUR PERIODS PER DAY Up to 8 CREDITS PER YEAR (guaranteed 8/7/6)
HWHS Timetable (Rotating Fridays)9:10-
10:10A B C D A 9:10-
10:25
10:17-
11:17B A D C B 10:32-
11:47
11:24-
12:24A B C D
12:24-
1:08lunch lunch lunch lunch Lunch
11:47-12:38
1:13-
2:13C D A B C 12:43-
1:58
2:20-
3:20D C B A D 2:05-
3:20
TECHNOLOGY COURSES for 10’s Exploring Technology 10 Foods/International Foods 10 Business Technology 11 Communication Technology 11 Electrotechnologies 11 Applied Network Tech 11 Construction 10 Design 11
Math Essentials 10
Basic math skills with a very practical approachFor students struggling significantly with Math 9One-semester course with no formal exam
Math at Work 10
More challenging math concepts, but practical For students meeting outcomes of Math 9 but who have difficulty with abstract concepts such as algebraStudents will need to keep up with classwork, however there is minimal homework assignedOne-semester course with a Provincial Exam worth 20% of the final grade
Math 10
Abstract math concepts; algebraic For students with a solid understanding of concepts in Math 9, good number sense and algebra skillsNOT a one-semester course that is stretched over the entire year … concepts are studied in depth with a significant amount of classwork and homeworkFull-year course with a Provincial Exam worth 20% of the final grade
Math 10 Pre-IB
Abstract math concepts; highly theoretical For students who excel in Math 9 with a very strong understanding of abstract conceptsVery rigorous course covering all topics in Math 10 in addition to the more advanced topics necessary for IB math; Students will have approximately 60-90 minutes of math homework every night.Full-year course with a Provincial Exam worth 20% of the final grade
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS TOTAL OF 18 CREDITS 3 ENGLISH 10,11, and 12 2 MATH 2 SCIENCES(Sci10, Bio11, Phy 11or Chem 11 + one other) 2 OTHER (Math, Science, Tech) 1 CANADIAN STUDIES (Mkq10, Acs11, Chs11) 1 GLOBAL STUDIES (GGS12, HGS12) 1 FINE ARTS (Art, Music or Drama) 1 PAL or PHE No more than 7 grade 10 credits towards 18 mandatory Minimum 5 grade 12 credits
Course Selection Process Students are given course descriptions
and selection sheet. Students should consult with their
teachers/parents/Junior High Counsellor Hand sheets in to Junior High Counsellors
by date set HWHS Course Selection Guide online
Grade 10 Course Selection 5 MANDATORY1. English 102. Math (Math10, Math at Work 10, Math 10Essentials, Math 10IPP)3. Science (Sci 10 or Sci 10m)4. Fine Arts 10- Art/Band/Drama /Exploring Music5. Physically Active Lifestyles (PAL11)6. Social Studies (Mi’kmaq10*) *Meets Canadian History requirement 7. Elective (math elective for Math 10 students)8. Elective
Plus**2 ALTERNATE COURSES (choose these carefully!)
Course Changes Course changes WILL NOT BE MADE AFTER YOUR
REGISTRATION SHEET IS SUBMITTED!!!!
If you fail a course first semester, you cannot repeat it in the second semester.
Students are choosing courses for the year and they do not have a choice of the semester in which the course falls.
Power School: Parent Portal
Timetable/schedule Attendance Teacher email / contact Academic Progress ( Sign-up information will be available at …………….www.hwhs.ednet.ns.ca
O2 ….
A high school program that
Offers students more hands-on learning experiences with a career focus.
Designed to prepare students for successful transitions from high school to work, a career path, or a post-secondary program.
Describing the O2 Student … Someone who requires re-engagement with theirlearning and with school Someone who may need support in achievingtheir academic potential Someone needing direction and support in developing career/life pathway Someone who is prepared to commit to a new approach to their learning.
Provides multiple opportunities where students learn in community and workplace settings, link their in-school learning to the workplace, and enhance their employability skills.
O2 ….
1. Applications – student and parent
2. Interviews
3. 20 Students will be accepted with potential for reserved seat at NSCC
… the PROCESS
FRENCH IMMERSION PROGRAM MUST COMPLETE 9 FRENCH IMMERSION CREDITS
FOR FI CERTIFICATE
DELF – French Language Proficiency Tests
MINIMUM OF 2 FI CREDITS PER YEAR INCLUDING FRENCH (FRA). At least 4 FI credits in grade 10 year.
THE FRENCH IMMERSION CERTIFICATE IS NOT A BILINGUAL CERTIFICATE
French Immersion Mission Statement
: In a consistent French only environment, students will flourish in the French language in all 4 skill areas: speaking, reading, writing and listening.
Overview of French ImmersionExpectation French Immersion students will speak
french at all times in all FI classes.Consequences1. 3 warnings2. Call home3. Lose credit and/or asked to leave program
French Immersion Courses
fra 10I fra 11I fra 12I
sci 10I bio 11I bio 12I
his 10I his 11I hep 12I(Global History)
adr 10I
*Students leaving French Immersion in Junior High cannot take French 10, only Fra 10I.
Grade 10 FI sample Required 1. English 10 2. Sciences 10I 3. Fra 10I 4. Bio 11I 5. His 10I or ADR 10I 6/7. Math (1 or 2 semesters)
Suggested PAL 11 1 or 2 Electives (i.e. the other of ADR 10I or His 10I)
Two alternate courses
HWHS Activities Community Involvement Table Tennis Weight Room Chess Anime Debating Snowboarding Student Government Tech Crew Robotics Rug Hooking Tutoring
Intramurals Musical Reach for the Top Rotary Math Club Model Parliament Multicultural Club Curling Athletic Teams A & B Knitting Breakfast Club Student Government
Transition Events HWHS Counsellor Visits to Junior Highs: (January 27th -31st)
Grade 9 Orientation at HWHS: March 18th & 20th
The Pre-IB and IB Diploma Programs at Halifax West• The Grade 10 Pre-IB and Grade 11 &12 IB Diploma are
different programs
• Grade 9 students are only choosing whether or not to enter the grade 10 year Pre-IB program
• If there is a chance you might take the IB Diploma program in Grades 11 you need to take the Grade 10 Pre-IB program
What is the International Baccalaureate Programme? A challenging two year program for
students in grades 11 and 12
It is very well known at universities in Canada and around the world
Focus on research, writing, critical thinking