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May 2023 Newsletter
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ESLBOI
Course Description
This course extends students’ listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in English
for everyday and academic purposes. Students will participate in conversations in
structured situations on a variety of familiar and new topics; read a variety of texts
designed or adapted for English language learners; expand their knowledge of
English grammatical structures and sentence patterns; and link English sentences to
compose paragraphs. The course also supports students’ continuing adaptation
to the Ontario school system by expanding their knowledge of diversity in their new
province and country
Prerequisite: ESL Level 1 or equivalent
ESLCOI
Course Description
This course further extends students’ skills in listening, speaking, reading, and
writing in English for a variety of everyday and academic purposes. Students will
make short classroom oral presentations; read a variety of adapted and original texts
in English; and write using a variety of text forms. As well, students will expand
their academic vocabulary and their study skills to facilitate their transition to the
mainstream school program. This course also introduces students to the rights and
responsibilities inherent in Canadian citizenship, and to a variety of current
Canadian issues
Prerequisite: ESL Level 2 or equivalent
Prerequisite: ESL Level 2 or equivalent
ESLDOI
Course Description
This course prepares students to use English with increasing fluency and accuracy in
classroom and social situations and to participate in Canadian society as informed
citizens. Students will develop the oral-presentation, reading, and writing skills
required for success in all school subjects. They will extend listening and speaking
skills through participation in discussions and seminars; study and interpret a variety
of grade-level texts; write narratives, articles, and summaries in English; and respond
critically to a variety of print and media texts.
Prerequisite: ESL Level 3 or equivalent
Prerequisite: ESL Level 3 or equivalent
ESLEOI
Course Description
This course provides students with the skills and strategies they need to make the
transition to college and university preparation courses in English and other secondary
school disciplines. Students will be encouraged to develop independence in a range of
academic tasks. They will participate in debates and lead classroom workshops; read
and interpret literary works and academic texts; write essays, narratives, and reports;
and apply a range of learning strategies and research skills effectively. Students will
further develop their ability to respond critically to print and media texts.
Prerequisite: ESL Level 4 or equivalent
Prerequisite: ESL Level 4 or equivalent
ENG1D
Course Description
This course is designed to develop the oral communication, reading, writing, and media
literacy skills that students need for success in their secondary school academic programs and
in their daily lives. Students will analyse literary texts from contemporary and historical periods,
interpret informational and graphic texts, and create oral, written, and media texts in a variety
of forms. An important focus will be on the use of strategies that contribute to effective
communication. The course is intended to prepare students for the Grade 10 academic English
course, which leads to university or college preparation courses in Grades 11 and 12.
Prerequisite: None
ENG2D
Course Description
This course is designed to extend the range of oral communication, reading, writing, and
media literacy skills that students need for success in their secondary school academic
programs and in their daily lives. Students will analyse literary texts from contemporary and
historical periods, interpret and evaluate informational and graphic texts, and create oral,
written, and media texts in a variety of forms. An important focus will be on the selective use of
strategies that contribute to effective communication. This course is intended to prepare
students for the compulsory Grade 11 university or college preparation course.
Prerequisite: Gr. 9 English, Academic or Applied
ENG3C
Course Description
This course emphasizes the development of literacy, communication, and critical and creative
thinking skills necessary for success in academic and daily life. Students will study the content,
form, and style of a variety of informational and graphic texts, as well as literary texts from
Canada and other countries, and create oral, written, and media texts in a variety of forms for
practical and academic purposes. An important focus will be on using language with precision
and clarity. The course is intended to prepare students for the compulsory Grade 12 college
preparation course.
Prerequisite: Grade 10 English, Applied
ENG3U
Course Description
This course emphasizes the development of literacy, communication, and critical and creative
thinking skills necessary for success in academic and daily life. Students will analyse
challenging literary texts from various periods, countries, and cultures, as well as a range of
informational and graphic texts, and create oral, written, and media texts in a variety of forms.
An important focus will be on using language with precision and clarity and incorporating
stylistic devices appropriately and effectively. The course is intended to prepare students for
the compulsory Grade 12 university or college preparation course.
Prerequisite: Grade 10 English, Academic
ENG4C
Course Description
This course emphasizes the consolidation of literacy, communication, and critical and creative
thinking skills necessary for success in academic and daily life. Students will analyse a variety
of informational and graphic texts, as well as literary texts from various countries and cultures,
and create oral, written, and media texts in a variety of forms for practical and academic
purposes. An important focus will be on using language with precision and clarity and
developing greater control in writing. The course is intended to prepare students for college or
the workplace.
Prerequisite: Grade 11 English, College Preparation
ENG4U
Course Description
This course emphasizes the consolidation of the literacy, communication, and critical and
creative thinking skills necessary for success in academic and daily life. Students will analyse
a range of challenging literary texts from various periods, countries, and cultures; interpret and
evaluate informational and graphic texts; and create oral, written, and media texts in a variety
of forms. An important focus will be on using academic language coherently and confidently,
selecting the reading strategies best suited to particular texts and particular purposes for
reading, and developing greater control in writing. The course is intended to prepare students
for university, college, or the workplace.
Prerequisite: Gr. 11 English, University Preparation
OLC4O
Course Description
This course is designed to help students acquire and demonstrate the cross-curricular literacy
skills that are evaluated by the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT). Students
who complete the course successfully will meet the provincial literacy requirement for
graduation. Students will read a variety of informational, narrative, and graphic texts and will
produce a variety of forms of writing, including summaries, information paragraphs, opinion
pieces, and news reports. Students will also maintain and manage a portfolio containing a
record of their reading experiences and samples of their writing.
Prerequisite: Eligibility requirement:
Students who have been eligible to write the OSSLT at
least twice and who have been unsuccessful at least once are eligible to take the course. (Students who have already met the literacy requirement for graduation may be eligible to take the course under special circumstances, at the discretion of the principal.)
MFM1P
Course Description
This course enables students to develop an understanding of mathematical concepts related to introductory algebra, proportional reasoning, and measurement and geometry through
investigation, the effective use of technology, and hands-on activities. Students will investigate
real-life examples to develop various representations of linear relations, and will determine the connections between the representations. They will also explore certain relationships that emerge from the measurement of three-dimensional figures and two-dimensional shapes. Students will consolidate their mathematical skills as they solve problems and communicate their thinking.
Prerequisite: None
MPM1D
Course Description
This course enables students to develop an understanding of mathematical concepts related to algebra, analytic geometry, and measurement and geometry through investigation, the
effective use of technology, and abstract reasoning. Students will investigate relationships,
which they will then generalize as equations of lines, and will determine the connections
between different representations of a linear relation. They will also explore relationships that
emerge from the measurement of three-dimensional figures and two-dimensional shapes.
Students will reason mathematically and communicate their thinking as they solve multi-step problems.
Prerequisite: None
MFM2P
Course Description
This course enables students to consolidate their understanding of linear relations and extend
their problem-solving and algebraic skills through investigation, the effective use of technology,
and hands-on activities. Students will develop and graph equations in analytic geometry; solve
and apply linear systems, using real-life examples; and explore and interpret graphs of
quadratic relations. Students will investigate similar triangles, the trigonometry of right
triangles, and the measurement of three-dimensional figures. Students will consolidate their
mathematical skills as they solve problems and communicate their thinking.
Prerequisite: Grade 9 Mathematics, Academic or Applied
MPM2D
Course Description
This course enables students to broaden their understanding of relationships and extend their
problem-solving and algebraic skills through investigation, the effective use of technology, and
abstract reasoning. Students will explore quadratic relations and their applications; solve and
apply linear systems; verify properties of geometric figures using analytic geometry; and
investigate the trigonometry of right and acute triangles. Students will reason mathematically
and communicate their thinking as they solve multi-step problems.
Prerequisite: Grade 9 Mathematics, Academic, or Grade 9 Mathematics Transfer, Applied to
Academic
MBF3C
Course Description
This course enables students to broaden their understanding of mathematics as a problem
solving tool in the real world. Students will extend their understanding of quadratic relations;
investigate situations involving exponential growth; solve problems involving compound
interest; solve financial problems connected with vehicle ownership; develop their ability to
reason by collecting, analysing, and evaluating data involving one variable; connect probability
and statistics; and solve problems in geometry and trigonometry. Students will consolidate
their mathematical skills as they solve problems and communicate their thinking.
Prerequisite: Foundations of Mathematics, Grade 10, Applied
MCF3M
Course Description
This course introduces basic features of the function by extending students’ experiences with
quadratic relations. It focuses on quadratic, trigonometric, and exponential functions and their
use in modelling real-world situations. Students will represent functions numerically,
graphically, and algebraically; simplify expressions; solve equations; and solve problems
relating to applications. Students will reason mathematically and communicate their thinking as
they solve multi-step problems.
Prerequisite: Principles of Mathematics, Grade 10, Academic, or Foundations of Mathematics,
Grade 10, Applied
MCR3U
Course Description
This course introduces the mathematical concept of the function by extending students’
experiences with linear and quadratic relations. Students will investigate properties of discrete
and continuous functions, including trigonometric and exponential functions; represent
functions numerically, algebraically, and graphically; solve problems involving applications of functions; investigate inverse functions; and develop facility in determining equivalent algebraic expressions. Students will reason mathematically and communicate their thinking as they solve multi-step problems.
Prerequisite: Principles of Mathematics, Grade 10, Academic
MDM4U
Course Description
This course broadens students’ understanding of mathematics as it relates to managing data.
Students will apply methods for organizing and analyzing large amounts of information; solve
problems involving probability and statistics; and carry out a culminating investigation that
integrates statistical concepts and skills. Students will also refine their use of the mathematical
processes necessary for success in senior mathematics. Students planning to enter university programs in business, the social sciences, and the humanities will find this course of particular interest.
Prerequisite: Functions, Grade 11, University Preparation, or Functions and Applications,
Grade 11, University/College Preparation
MHF4U
Course Description
This course extends students’ experience with functions. Students will investigate the
properties of polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions; develop techniques
for combining functions; broaden their understanding of rates of change; and develop facility in applying these concepts and skills. Students will also refine their use of the mathematical processes necessary for success in senior mathematics. This course is intended both for students taking the Calculus and Vectors course as a prerequisite for a university program and for those wishing to consolidate their understanding of mathematics before proceeding to any one of a variety of university programs.
Prerequisite: Functions, Grade 11, University Preparation, or Mathematics for College
Technology, Grade 12, College Preparation
MCV4U
Course Description
This course builds on students’ previous experience with functions and their developing
understanding of rates of change. Students will solve problems involving geometric and
algebraic representations of vectors and representations of lines and planes in three-dimensional space; broaden their understanding of rates of change to include the derivatives of polynomial, sinusoidal, exponential, rational, and radical functions; and apply these
concepts and skills to the modelling of real-world relationships. Students will also refine their
use of the mathematical processes necessary for success in senior mathematics. This course
is intended for students who choose to pursue careers in fields such as science, engineering,
economics, and some areas of business, including those students who will be required to take
a university-level calculus, linear algebra, or physics course.
Prerequisite: Note: Advanced Functions, Grade 12, University Preparation, must be taken prior
to or concurrently with Calculus and Vectors
SNC1P
Course Description
This course enables students to develop their understanding of basic concepts in biology,
chemistry, earth and space science, and physics, and to apply their knowledge of science to
everyday situations. They are also given opportunities to develop practical skills related to
scientific investigation. Students will plan and conduct investigations into practical problems
and issues related to the impact of human activity on ecosystems; the structure and properties
of elements and compounds; space exploration and the components of the universe; and static
and current electricity.
Prerequisite: None
SNC1D
Course Description
This course enables students to develop their understanding of basic concepts in biology,
chemistry, earth and space science, and physics, and to relate science to technology, society,
and the environment. Throughout the course, students will develop their skills in the processes
of scientific investigation. Students will acquire an understanding of scientific theories and conduct investigations related to sustainable ecosystems; atomic and molecular structures and the
properties of elements and compounds; the study of the universe and its properties and
components; and the principles of electricity.
Prerequisite: None
SNC2P
Course Description
This course enables students to develop a deeper understanding of concepts in biology,
chemistry, earth and space science, and physics, and to apply their knowledge of science in
real-world situations. Students are given opportunities to develop further practical skills in
scientific investigation. Students will plan and conduct investigations into everyday problems
and issues related to human cells and body systems; chemical reactions; factors affecting
climate change; and the interaction of light and matter.
Prerequisite:Grade 9 Science, Academic or Applied
SNC2D
Course Description
This course enables students to enhance their understanding of concepts in biology,
chemistry, earth and space science, and physics, and of the interrelationships between
science, technology, society, and the environment. Students are also given opportunities to
further develop their scientific investigation skills. Students will plan and conduct investigations
and develop their understanding of scientific theories related to the connections between cells
and systems in animals and plants; chemical reactions, with a particular focus on acid–base
reactions; forces that affect climate and climate change; and the interaction of light and matter.
Prerequisite: Grade 9 Science, Academic or Applied
SBI3C
Course Description
This course focuses on the processes that occur in biological systems. Students will learn
concepts and theories as they conduct investigations in the areas of cellular biology,
microbiology, genetics, the anatomy of mammals, and the structure of plants and their role in
the natural environment. Emphasis will be placed on the practical application of concepts, and
on the skills needed for further study in various branches of the life sciences and related fields.
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Science, Academic or Applied
SBI3U
Course Description
This course furthers students’ understanding of the processes that occur in biological systems.
Students will study theory and conduct investigations in the areas of biodiversity; evolution; genetic processes; the structure and function of animals; and the anatomy, growth, and
function of plants. The course focuses on the theoretical aspects of the topics under study, and
helps students refine skills related to scientific investigation.
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Science, Academic
SBI4U
Course Description
This course provides students with the opportunity for in-depth study of the concepts and
processes that occur in biological systems. Students will study theory and conduct
investigations in the areas of biochemistry, metabolic processes, molecular genetics,
homeostasis, and population dynamics. Emphasis will be placed on the achievement of
detailed knowledge and the refinement of skills needed for further study in various branches of
the life sciences and related fields.
Prerequisite: Grade 11 Biology, University Preparation
SCH3U
Course Description
This course enables students to deepen their understanding of chemistry through the study of
the properties of chemicals and chemical bonds; chemical reactions and quantitative
relationships in those reactions; solutions and solubility; and atmospheric chemistry and the
behaviour of gases. Students will further develop their analytical skills and investigate the
qualitative and quantitative properties of matter, as well as the impact of some common
chemical reactions on society and the environment.
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Science, Academic
SPH3U
Course Description
This course develops students’ understanding of the basic concepts of physics. Students will
explore kinematics, with an emphasis on linear motion; different kinds of forces; energy transformations; the properties of mechanical waves and sound; and electricity and magnetism.
They will enhance their scientific investigation skills as they test laws of physics. In addition,
they will analyse the interrelationships between physics and technology, and consider the
impact of technological applications of physics on society and the environment.
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Science, Academic
SCH4U
Course Description
This course enables students to deepen their understanding of chemistry through the study of
organic chemistry, the structure and properties of matter, energy changes and rates of
reaction, equilibrium in chemical systems, and electrochemistry. Students will further develop
their problem-solving and investigation skills as they investigate chemical processes, and will
refine their ability to communicate scientific information. Emphasis will be placed on the
importance of chemistry in everyday life and on evaluating the impact of chemical technology
on the environment.
Prerequisite: Grade 11 Chemistry, University Preparation
SPH4U
Course Description
This course enables students to deepen their understanding of physics concepts and theories.
Students will continue their exploration of energy transformations and the forces that affect
motion, and will investigate electrical, gravitational, and magnetic fields and electromagnetic radiation. Students will also explore the wave nature of light, quantum mechanics, and special relativity. They will further develop their scientific investigation skills, learning, for example, how to analyse, qualitatively and quantitatively, data related to a variety of physics concepts and principles. Students will also consider the impact of technological applications of physics on society and the environment.
Prerequisite: Grade 11 Physics, University Preparation
SES4U
Course Description
This course develops students’ understanding of Earth and its place in the universe. Students
will investigate the properties of and forces in the universe and solar system and analyse
techniques scientists use to generate knowledge about them. Students will closely examine
the materials of Earth, its internal and surficial processes, and its geological history, and will
learn how Earth’s systems interact and how they have changed over time. Throughout the
course, students will learn how these forces, processes, and materials affect their daily lives.
The course draws on biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics in its consideration of
geological and astronomical processes that can be observed directly or inferred from other
evidence.
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Science, Academic
AVI1O
Course Description
This course is exploratory in nature, offering an overview of visual arts as a foundation for
further study. Students will become familiar with the elements and principles of design and the
expressive qualities of various materials by using a range of media, processes, techniques,
and styles. Students will use the creative and critical analysis processes and will interpret art
within a personal, contemporary, and historical context.
Prerequisite: None
CGC1P
Course Description
This course focuses on current geographic issues that affect Canadians. Students will draw on
their personal and everyday experiences as they explore issues relating to food and water
supplies, competing land uses, interactions with the natural environment, and other topics
relevant to sustainable living in Canada. They will also develop an awareness that issues that
affect their lives in Canada are interconnected with issues in other parts of the world.
Throughout the course, students will use the concepts of geographic thinking, the geographic
inquiry process, and spatial technologies to guide and support their investigations.
Prerequisite: None
CGC1D
Course Description
This course examines interrelationships within and between Canada’s natural and human
systems and how these systems interconnect with those in other parts of the world. Students
will explore environmental, economic, and social geographic issues relating to topics such as
transportation options, energy choices, and urban development. Students will apply the
concepts of geographic thinking and the geographic inquiry process, including spatial
technologies, to investigate various geographic issues and to develop possible approaches for
making Canada a more sustainable place in which to live.
Prerequisite: None
CHV2O/GLC2O
Course Descriptions
*CHV2O and GLC2O are two half-credit courses which must be completed consecutively within the same year.
CHV2O:
This course explores rights and responsibilities associated with being an active citizen in a
This course explores rights and responsibilities associated with being an active citizen in a
democratic society. Students will explore issues of civic importance such as healthy schools,
community planning, environmental responsibility, and the influence of social media, while
developing their understanding of the role of civic engagement and of political processes in the
local, national, and/or global community. Students will apply the concepts of political thinking
and the political inquiry process to investigate, and express informed opinions about, a range
of political issues and developments that are both of significance in today’s world and of
personal interest to them.
Prerequisite: None
GLC2O
This course teaches students how to develop and achieve personal goals for future learning,
GLC2O
This course teaches students how to develop and achieve personal goals for future learning,
work, and community involvement. Students will assess their interests, skills, and
characteristics and investigate current economic and workplace trends, work opportunities,
and ways to search for work. The course explores postsecondary learning and career options,
prepares students for managing work and life transitions, and helps students focus on their
goals through the development of a career plan.
Prerequisite: None
CHC2P
Course Description
This course focuses on the social context of historical developments and events and how they
have affected the lives of people in Canada, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals
and communities, since 1914. Students will explore interactions between various communities
in Canada as well as contributions of individuals and groups to heritage and identities in
Canada. Students will develop an understanding of some key political developments and
government policies that have had an impact on First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals
and communities. They will develop their ability to apply the concepts of historical thinking
and the historical inquiry process, including the interpretation and analysis of evidence, when
investigating the continuing relevance of historical developments and how they have helped
shape communities in present-day Canada.
Prerequisite: None
CHC2D
Course Description
This course explores social, economic, and political developments and events and their impact on the lives of different individuals, groups, and communities, including First Nations, Métis,
and Inuit individuals and communities, in Canada since 1914. Students will examine the role of
conflict and cooperation in Canadian society, Canada’s evolving role within the global
community, and the impact of various individuals, organizations, and events on identities,
citizenship, and heritage in Canada. Students will develop an understanding of some of the
political developments and government policies that have had a lasting impact on First
Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals and communities. They will develop their ability to apply the concepts of historical thinking and the historical inquiry process, including the interpretation and analysis of evidence, when investigating key issues and events in Canadian history since 1914.
Prerequisite: None
PPZ3C
Course Description
This course enables students to examine the factors that influence their own health practices
and behaviours as well as those factors that contribute to the development of healthy
communities. It emphasizes the concept of wellness, which addresses all aspects of well-being – physical, cognitive, emotional, spiritual and social – and promotes healthy eating, physical
activity, and building and maintaining a positive sense of self. Students will develop the skills
necessary to make healthy choices and create a personal wellness plan. They will also design
initiatives that encourage others to lead healthy, active lives. The course prepares students for
college programs in health sciences, fitness, wellness, and health promotion.
Prerequisite: None
NAC2O
Course Description
This course explores the histories of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit in Canada from pre-contact
to the present day. Students will examine the continuing impact of past social, cultural,
economic, political, and legal trends and developments on First Nations, Métis and Inuit
individuals and communities. Students will apply the concepts of historical thinking and the
historical inquiry process to investigate a range of issues, events, and interactions that have
affected First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals and communities, including those that
continue to affect relations between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in Canada.
Prerequisite: None
BBI2O
Course Description
This course introduces students to the world of business. Students will develop an
understanding of the functions of business, including accounting, marketing, information and
communication technology, human resources, and production, and of the importance of ethics
and social responsibility. This course builds a foundation for further studies in business and
helps students develop the business knowledge and skills they will need in their everyday
lives.
Prerequisite: None
TFJ3C
Course Description
This course enables students to develop or expand knowledge and skills related to hospitality
and tourism, as reflected in the various sectors of the tourism industry. Students will learn
about preparing and presenting food, evaluating facilities, controlling inventory, and marketing
and managing events and activities, and will investigate customer service principles and the
cultural and economic forces that drive tourism trends. Students will develop an awareness of
health and safety standards, environmental and societal issues, and career opportunities in the
tourism industry.
Prerequisite: None
LKKDU
Course Description
This course provides extended opportunities for students to communicate and interact in the language of study in a variety of social and academic contexts. Students will refine and enhance their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, as well as their creative and critical thinking skills, as they explore and respond to a variety of oral and written texts, including complex authentic and adapted texts. They will also broaden their understanding and appreciation of diverse communities where the language is spoken, and develop skills necessary for lifelong language learning.
Prerequisite: International Languages Level2 or equivalent evaluation
ESLAOI
Course Description
This course builds on students’ previous education and language knowledge to introduce them to the English language and help them adjust to the diversity in their new environment. Students will use beginning English language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing for every- day and essential academic purposes. They will engage in short conversations using basic English language structures and simple sentence patterns; read short adapted texts; and write phrases and short sentences. The course also provides students with the knowledge and skills they need to begin to adapt to their new lives in Canada.
Prerequisite: None
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