Departments
English
For students whose reading and writing skills are up to 4 years below grade level, we recommend taking the Locally Developed English (ENG1L) course. This Ministry approved curriculum is designed to improve basic English and literacy skills. Students who successfully complete this course will be granted one compulsory credit toward their diploma or certificate.
If a student’s reading and writing skills are 4 or more years below grade level, we recommend that they take the preparatory English (KENAN) course. The student will not earn a credit for this course but it will prepare him/her for the next step. For some, this will lead to another preparatory English course in order to further improve literacy (KENBN); others will be recommended for the Locally Developed English (ENG1L) course. All preparatory courses will appear on the student’s transcript.
Mathematics
For students whose numeracy skills are up to 4 years below grade level, we recommend taking the Locally Developed Math (MAT1L) course. This Ministry approved curriculum is designed to improve basic math skills. Students who successfully complete this course will be granted one compulsory credit toward their diploma or certificate.
If a student’s numeracy skills are 4 or more years below grade level, we recommend that they take the preparatory Mathematics (KMMAN) course. The student will not earn a credit for this course but it will prepare him/her for the next step. For some, this will lead to another preparatory math course in order to further improve numeracy (KMMBN); others will be recommended for the Locally Developed Math (MAT1L). All preparatory courses will appear on the student’s transcript.
Physical Education
All students at Sir Guy Carleton will take Physical Education (PPL1O) in grade 9. This is a Ministry-approved course offered at the "Open" level. It is designed to improve basic skills and knowledge in the area of physical fitness, sport, and health education. Students who successfully complete this course will receive one compulsory credit toward their diploma or certificate. Students who for medical reasons cannot participate in Physical Education should consult with our counsellors for alternate choices.
Learning Strategies
Students in the credit program may choose to take Learning Strategies (GLE1O). This is a Ministry-approved course designed to improve literacy skills. The course also assists with the development of organizational skills, thinking skills, and study skills. Students will receive one credit towards their diploma or certificate for the successful completion of this course.
Science
For students who are working up to 4 years below grade level in science, we recommend the Locally Developed Science (SNC1L) course. This is a Ministry approved course designed to deepen student knowledge and understanding of the basic concepts in biology chemistry earth and space science and physics. Students who successfully complete this course will be granted one compulsory credit toward their diploma or certificate.
If a student is working 4 or more years below grade level in science, we recommend that they take the preparatory Science (KSNAN) course. The student will not earn a credit for this course but it will prepare them to move on to further studies in science the following year. All preparatory courses will appear on the student’s transcript.
Social Science
Students in the preparatory program or those in the credit program with a particular interest in social sciences may opt to take the preparatory Social Science (KSSAN) course. The student will not earn a credit for this course but it will prepare her/him to move on to further studies in geography and history or, in senior years, the credit Geography (CGC1P) course or the credit History (CHC2P) course.
Technology
The Technological Education Program at Sir Guy is designed to assist students develop skills and knowledge in a variety of skilled occupations and provide those generic skills necessary for successful transition to the world of work. Students select from preparatory or credit broad-based packages in Grades 9 and 10 and choose a pathway within those packages to focus their successes in grades 11 and 12. Within each course the emphasis is on problem-solving and a Project Driven Curriculum. Students are challenged to design, create, and evaluate a range of projects and are encouraged to take responsibility for their learning. A Skills Portfolio, highlighting student achievement, will be developed throughout the high school years and presented upon leaving.
In the preparatory program, students will choose eight (8) Technology courses from a possible fifteen (15) offerings. These courses are practical and focus on transferable "life-skills." These introductory courses afford the students the opportunity to explore a wide range of work-related subjects/courses/occupations. The skills that are introduced and developed will be featured as a foundation for inclusion in the student’s individual Skills Portfolio.
Students may select from the following preparatory broad-based packages:
Hospitality & Tourism: Food
Preparation, Baking
Construction: Woodworking,
Landscaping
Manufacturing: Machine Shop,
Welding
Transportation: Auto Body,
Auto Service, Small Engine Repair
Personal Services:
Cosmetology, Child Care, First Aid,
Retail & Business:
Computer Studies, Retail Studies
Art: Arts and Crafts.
While students may choose
whatever 8 subjects interest them most, we would encourage
students to choose within the broad-based areas. These
courses will be complementary in nature and will afford
students a better focus in their studies.
Integrated
Technology Package 2005/2006
In the credit program, Grade 9 students may choose courses
in an Integrated Technology Package:
• Students are required to take the TTI1O (1 credit,
110 hour main course). This course has 5 units
(construction, manufacturing, hospitality and tourism,
health and personal services and transportation), and it
reflects the strands and learning expectations outlined in
The Ontario Curriculum Grades 9 and 10, Technological
Education policy document.
• Student are to select up to 6 half credit focus
options in order to further develop and refine their
practical skills in that particular area. These courses
will also adhere to the expectations for Integrated
Technology as outlined in the policy document.
• All courses will be taken in the same school year.
We would encourage students to choose within the
broad-based areas outlined above for the preparatory
program. This technology package can grant up to 4 credits