grade 12 - Paul Kane High School

PAUL KANE HIGH SCHOOL 

GUIDEBOOK 2010 - 2011 

Advanced 

Placement 

Career & 

Technology 

Studies 

English 

Language Arts 

Fine Arts 

French 

Immersion 

Global 

Languages 

Mathematics 

Physical 

Education 

Science 

Social 

Studies 

Special 

Programs

Table of Contents 

Ecole Paul Kane High School 

Guidebook 2010-2011 

General Information: 

Principal s Message ................ 2 

Paul Kane Mission Statement ........ 2 

Paul Kane Registration 

Information ............................... 2 

Science ............................... 45 

Social Studies ........................ 49 

Specialized Programs: 

OnSIDE Program .................. 55 

Advanced Placement Program ....... 5 

French Immersion Program ....... 27 

Full Year 10 Program .............. 54 

English as a Second Language ..... 56 

Course Descriptions: 

Career & Technology Studies ........ 9 

English.................................. 17 

*Cover and division pages 

photography by Morgan Fraser, a 

grade 12 photography student at 

Paul Kane High School. 

Fine Arts Art/Music/Drama ..... 21 

Global Languages & Culture ..... 31 

Mathematics ......................... 35 

Physical Education ............... 41 

Off Campus Education ........... 16 

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Paul Kane 

High 

School 

12 Cunningham Road 

St. Albert, Alberta T8N 2E9 

PHONE (780) 459-4405 

FAX (780) 459-0187 

Website: 

http://pkhs.spschools.org 

Principal: Larry Dick 

Assistant Principals: 

Joanne Dodd 

Michael Erickson 

Liane Madsen 

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Principal s 

Message 

The information in this booklet 

IS IMPORTANT! I know it is hard 

worth your time and what isn t, 

because so many people are 

giving you advice. However, 

at Paul Kane, we do know 

that students who take time to 

understand the courses available 

and to read the stuff about each 

course do make better choices. 

Getting in the right course is so 

important to your success over the 

next three years. This Guidebook 

is only one tool, although a very 

important one. Written course 

descriptions and charts can be 

confusing. I would encourage 

you to speak to everyone you 

can about what to take at high 

school. Teachers and parents 

have excellent advice. Students 

who are in high school or who 

have recently graduated can 

provide fantastic information. 

You can call our staff in Student 

Services at any time. Search out 

information wherever you can 

and then make your selections. 

Please feel totally free to email 

me directly if you have questions 

or need more information 

dickl@spschools.org. 

We would be honored to have 

you choose Paul Kane for 

your high school experience. 

Everyone here is committed to 

your success from the day you 

enter the building. See you in the 

fall! 

Larry Dick, Principal 

Counsellors: 

Sylvia Lerette 

Stu White 

Mission Statement 

At Paul Kane High School, 

everyone is dedicated to 

maintaining a caring and 

respectful environment, in which 

all members are encouraged to 

reach their potential, develop 

lifelong learning skills and 

contribute to the community. 

Paul Kane Registration 

Information 

Grade 10 

A team of staff and leadership 

students visits our district junior 

high schools in late February. 

Information about Paul Kane and 

distributed. Grade nine

students then make choices and 

decisions for their high school 

experiences. Counsellors 

are available for Personalized 

Registration Services on March 

24th and 25th from 8:00 a.m. 

to 8:00 p.m. Appointments can 

be made by calling our Student 

Services secretary at 459-4405. 

Completed registration forms are 

due at Paul Kane on April 7th. 

Grade 11 and 12 

On March 4th, registration 

information will be mailed home 

for review. Students entering 

grades 11 and 12 will be given 

an opportunity to select courses 

for the upcoming academic year 

during registration workshops 

in March. Our goal is to assist 

students in planning their courses 

in order to keep post-secondary 

doors open, and to select courses 

that are appropriate for student 

success in meeting graduation 

requirements. Counsellors, 

administrators and teachers will 

be available to assist students 

in making appropriate course 

selections at these one hour 

workshops. 

New Students 

time at Paul Kane High School, 

students must present their 

grade 9 and/or high school grade 

standings and a copy of their birth 

from out of province or country 

must present complete credentials 

of previous grade standing to the 

counsellors for evaluation. 

Course Prerequisites 

Most courses offered at 

Paul Kane are governed by 

prerequisite requirements. 

Registration in courses will 

be tentative until prerequisite 

50% standing is normally required 

before a student is allowed to go 

on to the next level in the 10-2, 

20-2, 30-2 course sequences. 

A standing of 65% or better is 

strongly recommended in the 10- 

1, 20-1, 30-1 course sequences. 

Students not achieving 50% may 

repeat the course or if their mark 

is between 45% - 50%, they may 

continue at the next higher level 

in an alternative program route 

(e.g. from English Language Arts 

20-1 to English Language Arts 

30-2). If the student successfully 

completes the higher-level course, 

the student would then be granted 

credit for the prerequisite course 

in that sequence. 

Course Changes/Course 

Withdrawals 

Withdrawal from a course is a 

serious consideration and may 

affect graduation requirements 

and/or prerequisites for postsecondary 

education. Since 

grade 10 and 11 students must 

maintain a full timetable, a course 

transfer would occur rather than a 

withdrawal. We want our students 

to succeed; therefore, before 

any decision is made to withdraw 

from a course, a student needs 

to discuss the implication of his/ 

her request with a number of 

people (teacher, department head, 

counsellor and administrator). 

Each discussion may provide an 

alternative to course withdrawal 

that best meets a student s 

individual needs. A Course 

Withdrawal Form is available 

to grade 12 students and may 

be obtained from the Student 

Services Department. 

Course Challenge Policy 

Course challenge is a provision 

that allows senior high school 

students to challenge the 

expectations for a course 

by participating in a formal 

assessment process, rather 

than taking the course. Course 

challenge is for students who 

believe that they already possess 

the expected knowledge, skills, 

Program of Studies for a given 

course. 

Continuing Education 

Paul Kane High School offers 

a full range of courses in our 

Summer School program during 

the month of July. Information 

brochures are made available to 

students and the public. 

Career Planning and 

Post-Secondary 

Awareness 

Students are encouraged to 

consider a three-year program 

goals and aspirations. Information 

and ongoing opportunities to 

explore Post-Secondary programs 

and career options are available 

through Student Services. 

Registration Fees 

An invoice for school fees will 

be mailed to students homes in 

mid-September, 2010. Please do 

do not send payment before you 

receive your invoice. 

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Alberta Education High 

School Diploma 

Requirements 

To earn an Alberta Education 

High School Diploma, a student 

must complete a minimum of 

100 credits and meet the course/ 

subject minimum requirements, as 

outlined in the table to the right. 

Parents and students should 

ensure that appropriate course 

selections are made in respect 

to a student s ability, interest and 

achievement in pre-requisite 

courses. 

Grade 10 Course Entrance Criteria 

In order to be successful in high school, it is strongly suggested 

that grade 9 students marks meet the following criteria: 

Grade 9 course Grade 9 mark High School Course 

Language Arts 9 Less than 65% English 10-2 

Language Arts 9 65% or higher English 10-1 

Math 9 Less than 50% Principals Recommendation 

Math 9 50% or higher Math 10 C or Math 10-3 

Social Studies 9 Less than 65% Social Studies 10-2 

Social Studies 9 65% or higher Social Studies 10-1 

Science 9 Less than 65% Science 14 

Science 9 65% or higher Science 10 

Alberta Education Diploma Requirements 

(for students registering in Grade 10 as of 

September, 2010) 

Subject Credits Required Course (minimum) 

English 15 English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2 

Social Studies 15 Social Studies 30-1 or 30-2 

Mathematics 10 Math 20-1 or 20-2 or 20-3 

Science 10 Science 20 or 24 or Biology 20 or 

Chemistry 20 or Physics 20 

Physical 

Education 3 Physical Education 10 

CALM 3 Career & Life Management 20 

Other 10 Any two 30-level courses in 

addition to English Language 

Arts 30 and Social 30 

Other 10 CTS, Fine Arts, Second Language, 

Phys. Ed. 20 & 30 

Minimum of 100 Total Credits 

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Advanced Placement is an 

internationally recognized 

enrichment program that 

offers acceleration and 

challenge to motivated and 

gifted students. 

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Advanced Placement Program 

Students who register in an AP course in one grade are not obligated to remain in the AP 

stream for all three years. On occasion a student might choose to move into the AP stream in 

the grade 11 or 12 year. This may be done with approval from the department. 

grade 9 grade 10 grade 11 

Language Arts 9 

75% recommended 

English Language 

Arts 10-1 AP 

English 20-1 AP 

[AP Engl Lang] 

grade 12 

English 30-1 AP 

[AP Engl Lit] 

Mathematics 9 


Math 10C AP 

Math 20 AP 

Math 30 AP 

Math 31 AP 

[AP Calc AB] 

Math 35 AP 

[AP Calc BC] 

Science 9 


Science 10 AP 

Biology 20 AP 

Biology 30/35 AP 

[AP Bio] 

Chemistry 20 AP 

Chemistry 30/35 AP 

[AP Chem] 

Social Studies 9 


Social 10-1 AP 

European History 

25 AP 

Social 20-1AP 

Social 30-1 AP 

Language Arts 9 Spanish 10 

Spanish 20 

Spanish 30 

Spanish 35 AP 

[AP Span Lang] 

No Prerequisite Art 10 Art 20 

Art 30 

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Art 31 AP 

[AP Art]

Advanced 

Placement 

What is Advanced 

Placement (AP)? 

Advanced Placement is an 


enrichment program which offers 

acceleration and challenge to 

motivated and gifted students as 

it prepares them for the transition 

from high school to university. 

The program is offered in over 

110 countries worldwide. In 

2009 over 7 million students from 

nearly 23,000 high schools wrote 

more than 2,861,000 AP Exams. 

Successful completion of these 

exams permits students to obtain 

credit or advanced placement 

at over 3,800 colleges and 

universities around the world. 

of AP? 

The Advanced Placement 

Program: 

allows students to study 

one or more subjects at an 

advanced level, depending 

upon the individual student s 

interests and expertise 

provides enrichment and 

challenge for academically 

talented and well motivated 

students 

helps students develop and 

practice higher order thinking 

skills 

provides opportunities for 

in-depth study in selected 

subjects 

eases the transition from high 

school to post-secondary 

studies 

helps students prepare for 

scholarship examinations, 

and AP College Board 

examinations 

provides students with an 

opportunity to earn university 

credits, standing and/or 

placement while in high 

school. 

Who should take AP 

courses? 

Generally, a grade of 70-80% in a 

prerequisite course is suggested 

for students who wish to take 

an AP course. More important 

is the student s motivation and 

commitment to the importance of 

education. 

To be successful, students should 

have the following characteristics: 

enjoy a challenge 

have a well-developed work 

ethic 

be self-disciplined and selfmotivated 

be motivated to achieve 

exciting 

have parental support and 

approval. 

What AP Courses are 

offered? 

Students registered in Advanced 

Placement classes in English 

are prepared for the AP English 

Language and Composition 

examination in Grade 11 and for 

the AP English Literature and 

Composition in Grade 12. 

Students enrolled in Advanced 

Placement Mathematics are 

able to write the AP Calculus AB 

exam or the AP Calculus BC 

examination in Grade 12 after 

completing Mathematics 35AP. 

Science 10 AP follows the 

regular Science 10 program at a 

slightly faster rate which enables 

students to study a few extra AP 

topics and to take part in more 

lab work. Students who choose 

to enroll in AP Biology and/or AP 

Chemistry will explore diverse 

areas in science while honing 

their creative research skills. 

Students enrolled in the Social 

Studies AP program will be able 

to write the AP European History 

exam in grade 12 after taking 

Social Studies 10-1AP in grade 

10, European History 25AP and 

Social Studies 20-1AP in grade 

11 and Social Studies 30-1AP in 

grade 12. 

Students also have the 

opportunity to register for Art 

31AP, a studio art course that 

presents art at a college level. 

Art 31AP is a full year, 5 credit 

course which requires students 

to submit a portfolio for the AP 

Studio Art Drawing course. The 

portfolio consists of digital images 

along with some actual original 

pieces of art. 

Students may register in Spanish 

35 AP (3 credits) in second 

semester following successful 7

completion of Spanish 30. 

These students will write the AP 

Spanish Language Exam. 

Students interested in writing 

other AP exams should contact 

the Advanced Placement 

Coordinator as there are 30 

courses and exams available. 


Program is a challenging, 

enriched academic program 

designed to provide high 

achieving students with post 

secondary level courses in a 

high school setting. Students 

who complete AP courses 

demonstrate their mastery of 

the subject material by writing 


examinations prepared and 

graded by the College Board, 

Princeton, New Jersey. 

The following online courses are 

available: 

Calculus AB, Biology, 

Chemistry, English Language, 

French Language, Spanish 

Language, Physics B, 

Psychology, Macroeconomics, 

Microeconomics, U.S. History, 

U.S. Government and Politics. 

Check the website: 

www.apexlearning.com/ 

advance-placement-courses 

Registration for the online courses 

is in September and December. 

Please see the Advanced 

Placement Coordinator for a 

registration form. 

the Alberta High School 

Program? 

Alberta High School curriculum 

requirements. Typically, AP 

courses build upon the Alberta 

Curriculum and provide additional 

enrichment. By the end of grade 

12, students in AP courses will 

have exceeded the Alberta 

requirements in those areas. 

Will taking AP courses 

affect extracurricular 

activities? 

The time commitment to AP will 

depend largely on how many 

AP courses a student takes. At 

present, a number of our AP 

scholars are very involved in 

many different activities both 

in and out of school including 

athletics, mu sic, Student Council, 

clubs, and graduation committees. 

program, AP students can be 

involved in other areas that 

interest them without jeopardizing 

their studies. 

What are the costs for AP? 

Paul Kane High School provides 

AP students with all the materials 

required in the various courses. In 

some courses, students may wish 

to purchase their own textbooks in 

order to build their own personal 

library of materials. 

Scholarship and Scholar 

Awards 

Students who are enrolled in an 

Advanced Placement course 

usually receive very high marks 

on the Diploma Examinations 

which are used to qualify for 

scholarships. 

Research shows that your AP 

several ways when you reach 

college. At the U of A, an AP mark 

AP mark of four is equivalent to 

86%. These percentages can be 

used in calculating the admission 

average. 

AP students are more likely to 

graduate from college in four 

years - students who take longer 

to graduate at public colleges 

and universities can spend up to 

$19,000 for each additional year. 

AP helps students qualify for 

scholarships. Thirty-one percent 

of colleges and universities look at 

AP experience when determining 

scholarships. 

For more information, check the 

websites: www.ap.ca or www. 

collegeboard.com. 

For course descriptions, refer to 

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Career and Technology 

Studies offer students 

important learning 

opportunities in the world 

of work. We help students 

skills and develop technology 

related skills. 

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Career & Technologies 

There are no pre-requisites in grade 9 for Career & Technologies. 

grade 10 grade 11 grade 12 

Media Design & Communication Arts 

Communication 

Technologies 1A * 

Communication 

Technologies 2A 

Communication 


Design Studies 1A 



Television Arts 15 

Fashion 1A or 1C 



Business, Administration, Finance & Information Technology 

Financial 

Management 1A 

Business 

Software 1A 

Introductory 

Computer 

Graphics 1A 

Desktop 

Publishing 2A 

Desktop 

Publishing 3A 

Multimedia/Web 

Design 2A 

Multimedia/Web 

Design 3A 

* Note: Courses labelled A are typically 3 credits while courses labelled C are 

typically 5 credits. 

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Career & Technologies 

grade 10 

Trades & Manufacturing 

Construction & 

Fabrication 

1A or 1C 

Set Construction & 

Technical Theatre 

1A 

Human Services 



Fabrication 

2A or 2C 

Advanced Carpentry 

Apprenticeship 

Level I 



2A 



Fabrication 

3A or 3C 



Level II 



3A 

Foods 1C Foods 2C Foods 3C 

Commercial 

Food Prep 

(Work Experience) 

Cosmetology 1C 

Cosmetology 

2A or 2C 

Cosmetology 

3C 

Legal Studies 1A 

Natural Resources 

Wildlife 1B 

Wildlife 1 F 

(unscheduled) 

Wildlife 2B 

Work Experience (Off Campus Education) 

Work Experience 15 



Registered 


Program 

Registered 


Program 

Registered 


Program 

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Career & 

Technologies 

General Information 

Career and Technologies offers 

students the opportunity to 

explore a diverse array of skills 

that they can use in the future and 

apply to careers. Most of these 

courses are comprised of three 

to six one-credit modules. Each 

module requires approximately 20 

- 25 hours to complete. 

A mark of 50% in each module 

is required to receive one credit. 

of time. 

Media Design & 

Communication 

Arts 

Communication 

Technologies 

1A, 2A, 3A 

(Photo, Printing, Video) 

(3 Credits) 

Students in these classes will 

work in the area of visual design. 

Topic areas include Black and 

White Photography, Digital 

Photography, Screen Printing, 

Computer Graphics, and Video 

Production. Each student will be 

given a choice of which area to 

work in based upon their interest 

and skill level. 

Communication 


Courses offered include: Basic 

Photography, Digital Photography, 

Special Effects Photography, 

Introductory Screen Printing, 

Digital Design and Audio/Video 

Production. 

Communication 


Courses offered include: 

Intermediate Photography, Digital 

Photography 2, Colour Screen 

Printing 2, Graphic Design on 

Computer and Video Production 2. 

Communication 


Courses offered include: 

Advanced Photography, Digital 

Photography 3, Colour Screen 

Printing 3, Multimedia Design and 

Video Editing. 

Television Arts 15 

(3 Credits) 

PKTV 

Students in Television Arts will 

learn about video camera work, 

scripting, editing, lighting and 

general television production 

techniques. Students will have 

the opportunity to work as an on 

air broadcaster. Projects will 

include studio work and remote 

location shoots. Each student 

will complete the following 

one-credit courses: Audio/Video 

Production 1, Audio/Video 1 and 

Audio/Video 2. 

Design Studies (Drafting 

and Computer-Aided 

Design) 1A, 2A, 3A 

(3 Credits) 

or a poster, students will develop 

their ability to plan, problemsolve 

and create 2 and 3 

12

dimensional objects. While a good 

general interest course, Design 

Studies is of special interest to 

students wanting to develop their 

creative problem-solving skills 

using drawing and computeraided 

design, such as Adobe 

Illustrator and Rhino 3D. 

Fashion Studies 1A , 1C 

(3 or 5 credits) 

This program is composed of 3 

or 5 one credit courses. This 

introductory course is designed 

to teach students how to sew, 

create, draw, and analyze 

fashions. Fashion studies offers 

lots of hands-on opportunities 

with up to date equipment 

for project construction and 

embellishment. Students have 

the opportunity to design and 

create one of a kind clothing 

articles and accessories. Learn 

about wardrobe planning and how 

to update, recycle, restore, repair 

and customize your wardrobe. 

Fashion Studies 2A, 2C 

(3 or 5 credits) 

Build on skills from Fashion 

Studies level 1. Work with 

specialty fabrics including 

sport and formal wear. Learn 

how to draft and alter patterns. 

Discover how fashions have 

evolved and learn intermediate 

construction techniques through 

hands on opportunities during 

project construction. Explore 

textiles, embellishment, quilting, 

home décor, fashion illustration, 

sewing for others, and creating 

accessories. 

There are 18 different courses 

at the level 2 Fashion Studies 

2. Students could complete 10 

courses at this level if they are 

interested in pursuing fashion 

studies as a career or at postsecondary 

institutes in Human 

Ecology, Fashion Apparel or 

Fashion Merchandising. 

Fashion Studies 3A, 3C 

(3 or 5 Credits) 

Study the techniques of fashion 

designers to enhance your 

creative style. Elevate your skills 

to include couture techniques 

while making a grad dress, a 

basic black dress, a tailored 

jacket and/or accessories. 

Learn about characteristics and 

techniques for preparing, sewing 

and caring for specialty fabrics. 

Draft and alter patterns and study 

fashion illustration, textile arts, 

digital embroidery, or special 

projects. 

Business, 

Administration, 

Finance & 

Information 

Technology 

Financial Management 

(Accounting) 1A 

(3 Credits) 

The Financial Management 

course will provide an opportunity 

for students to learn about the 

information. The students will 

apply this information within 

the context of business and 

personal life. Course topics 

include Introduction to Financial 

Management, establishing 

accounting systems, Personal 

Taxation and Personal Investment 

Planning 1 and 2. 

Business Software 

1A (3 Credits) 

This course focuses on the basic 

concepts in business application. 

Areas covered include the use of 

word processing, graphic tools, 

spreadsheets, presentations and 

databases. The main software 

applications include Microsoft 

Word, Excel, PowerPoint and 

Access. 

Introductory Computer 

Graphics 1A (3 Credits) 

This course is designed to 

prepare students for either the 

Desk Top Publishing courses 

or the Multimedia/Web Design 

course grouping. It is the basis 

for all of the computer graphic 

courses. 

Desktop Publishing 2A, 3A 

(3 Credits) 

This course will prepare 

students for today s busy digital 

and electronic world. Topics 

explored in this program include: 

Desktop Publishing, PowerPoint 

presentations and the use of paint 

and draw features to manipulate 

graphics and pictures. 

Multimedia/Web Design 

2A/3A (3 Credits) 

This course is designed for the 

student interested in learning the 

basics of design and publishing 

of web pages. The basis for 

knowledge of web pages is 

developed through acquiring skills 

in the uses of various types of 

multimedia. 

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Trades & 

Manufacturing 

Construction 

Technologies/ Fabrication 

Studies 

1A, 2A, 3A (3 Credits) 

1C, 2C, 3C (5 Credits) 

Construction and Fabrication 

Studies consists of courses 

dealing with the theory 

and practical application of 

Construction Technologies and 

Fabrication Studies. 

In the Construction Technologies 

strand, students have the 

opportunity to investigate and 

develop important knowledge, 

skills and attributes relative 

to the design, construction, 

maintenance and building 

of products. In Construction 

Technologies, there are 46 

possible courses to take, from 

woodturning to cabinet making. 


Advanced Carpentry is organized 

for skilled, mature grade 11 and 

12 students that are looking for a 

head start in their future. This 12 

credit course will allow successful 

candidates the opportunity to 

(technical and practical) of the 

Alberta Apprentice Carpentry 1 st 

Year Program. 

This course has limited 

enrollment and all students must 

go through an interview process 

to be enrolled. There is a $250 

fee associated with this course. 

If you have any questions or 

would like to request an interview, 

please contact 

Randy.Kozak@spschools.org. 

Set Construction 

1A, 2A, 3A 

(3 Credits) 

The students in Set Construction 

work in conjunction with the Drama 

Department building theatre sets to 

be used for the school musical and 

One Act Festival. Along with the 

planning, design, and construction 

skills taught in the basic 

construction modules, students will 

the theatre. 

Human 

Services 

Foods 1C (5 Credits) 

Do you love to eat? Cook? 

Create? Understand how the 

ingredients in cooking and baking 

work - SCIENCE YOU CAN 

EAT - it s chemistry come alive. 

You ll put your creative touch into 

cinnamon buns, biscuits, cakes, 

fresh vegetable soup, pizza and 

fajitas just to name a few. Plan 

a meal and invite a classmate. 

Learn more about safe and healthy 

eating. 


herbs and spices. Learn to 

cook fabulous dishes from other 

countries. Make tamale pie, tacos, 

egg rolls, calzone, ginger beef 

and more. Preserve food the way 

Grandma did and create beef jerky 

and fruit roll-ups. Change favourite 

recipes into quick easy meals. 

Try your hand at cake decorating 

and make some specialty breads. 

Understand the connection 

between healthy eating and a 

healthy you. 


Become a gourmet cook. Learn to 

make chicken cordon bleu, crème 

and more. Learn about Canadian 

food trends and prepare some 

fresh and innovative dishes. 

Give a food demonstration. 

Make bagels, croissants and 

other baked goods from scratch. 

Investigate, plan and prepare 

meals for special dietary needs 

such as gluten-free, diabetes and 

heart disease. Entertain with food 

and create a fancy dinner with all 

the trimmings. Make appetizers, 

plan for special events and learn 

to select quality recipes. 

Commercial Food 

Preparation 

(Work Experience) 

This course consists of dealing 

with the theory and practical 

application of food preparation in 

a commercial kitchen setting. The 

Food Preparation course uses 

the student-centered process 

approach which combines 

thinking processes and concrete 

experiences in as realistic 

an environment as possible. 

The intent of the course is to 

help students develop enough 

background and skill so that, as 

entry-level employees, they can 

make an effective contribution to 

any working environment. 

(Limited enrolment) 

Legal Studies 1A 

(3 Credits) 

The Legal Studies course 

presents basic and practical 

information about developing the 

knowledge, skills and attitudes 

required to respond appropriately 

to the impact of law on students 

daily lives. The course creates 

an awareness of the many 

law-related occupational 

opportunities that are available to 

students upon graduation.

Cosmetology 1C, 2C, 3C 

(5 Credits) 2A (3 Credits) 

Cosmetology focuses on personal 

and professional grooming, 

body care and enhancement 

practices providing students 

with opportunities to explore and 

prepare for cosmetology related 

career options. The cosmetology 

courses will consist of personal 

image, hair and scalp care, 

hair color and competition 

cosmetology. 

Natural 

Resources 

Wildlife 1B, 2B, 3B 

(4 Credits) 

Wildlife 1B: Wildlife is an 

important part of Canada s 

heritage. Canada is one of the few 

places in the world that still contains 

large natural ecosystems. Natural 

and wilderness areas of Canada 

contribute greatly to our quality 

of life and functioning within the 

global ecosystem. In this course, 

there is an outdoor excursion that 

will provide the students with the 

experience necessary to link the 

theory to practice. 

Wildlife 2B: Students will have the 

opportunity to receive accreditation 

in Alberta s WISE Foundations 

students are required to participate 

in a 3-day wilderness excursion. 

Wildlife 3B: Students will have the 

opportunity to receive accreditation 

for the St. John s Ambulance First 

students are required to participate 

in a 3-day staged survival situation. 

Wildlife 1F (2 Credits) 

(Unscheduled) 

This Wildlife course has been 

set up to accommodate students 

their timetable but would like to 

participate in the fun surrounding 

an outdoor camping activity. 

This unscheduled course is open 

to all students and will require 

them to spend 12 15 hours of 

class time to prepare for a 3-day 

outdoor camping trip. These 

classes will take place during lunch 

or after school. 

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Off Campus 

Education 

Work Experience 

Education 15, 25, 35 

(10 Credits each) 

The program consists of students 

receiving one credit for every 

25 hours of work. Some of the 

Registered Apprenticeship 

Program (RAP) (Up to 40 

Credits) 

The program is designed to permit 

high school students to work 

apprenticeship, while still meeting 

their graduation requirements. 

For each 125 hours worked, they 

can receive 5 credits from the 

school, plus use the hours towards 

Receiving Grade 12 credits, 

while still in grade 10. 

Receiving credits and 

earning money at the same 

time. 

It s a great tool to use on 

post secondary applications. 

Your employer s evaluations 

act as an indicator of your 

job performance. 

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The importance of mastering 

the English language cannot 

be over emphasized. Skill 

in both written and spoken 

forms contributes to success 

in school, personal life and 

future careers. 

You see, freedom has nothing 

to do with lack of training; it can 

only be the product of training . 

Nobody is capable of free speech 

unless he knows how to use 

language, and such knowledge 

is not a gift: it has to be learned 

and worked at. 

Northrop Frye, in his Massey 

Lecture, The Educated 

Imagination, 1962. 

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English Language Arts Program 

A student achieving between 45% - 50% in English 10-1 has the option of switching streams 

to continue in English 20-2 rather than repeating English 10-1. The same applies to a student 

in English 20-1 who achieves a mark between 45% and 50%: they, too, can switch streams 

to continue in English 30-2 instead of repeating English 20-1. If a student has successfully 

completed 10-2 or 20-2, he or she can go into the commensurate 10-1 or 20-1 stream and 

switch streams in that way as well; furthermore, after successful completion of English 30-2, 

a student may enroll directly into English 30-1. 

Bear in mind, that a struggling English student would be better off ensuring diploma criteria 

English requirements of your diploma. 

grade 9 grade 10 grade 11 grade 12 




Arts 10-1 AP 


Arts 20-1 AP 

[AP Engl Lang] 


Arts 30-1AP 

[AP Engl Lit] 




Arts 10-1 


Arts 20-1 


Arts 30-1 


Below 65% 


Arts 10-2 


Arts 20-2 


Arts 30-2 

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English 

Language 

Arts 

The importance of mastering the 

English language cannot be overemphasized. 

Skill in both written 

and spoken forms contributes 

greatly to success in other school 

courses, personal life, and in 

future occupations. 

All students must achieve a 

minimum of 15 credits in English 

(including English Language Arts 

30-1 or 30-2) to obtain a High 

School Diploma. 


Arts 10-1(5 Credits) 

The literature in this course 

introduces students to the status 

quo and the authors invite 

students to challenge traditional 

characters as role models. 

Students will be encouraged 

to contemporize the historical 

contexts presented in the course 

so that the literature resonates as 

much today as it did then. This 

will be accomplished through 

novels, mythologies, poetry, 

plays, and written about in what 

academic essay. Students should 

also be prepared to spend three 

weeks dedicated to language 

syntax and terminology. 

Advanced Placement 


Arts 10-1AP (5 Credits) 


program prepares students 

to write the College Board 

examinations in Grade 11 and 

12. Students in E.L.A. 10-1AP 

should expect an enriched regular 

10-1 program with higher reading 

expectations that will deepen 

their awareness of narrative. The 

literature in this course introduces 

students to the status quo and 

the authors invite students to 

challenge traditional thinking 

role models. Students will be 

encouraged to contemporize 

the historical contexts presented 

in the course so that the 

literature resonates as much 

today as it did then. This will 

be accomplished through the 

reading of three novels, and a 

number of mythologies, poems, 

plays. Students should also be 

prepared to spend approximately 

two weeks dedicated to language 

syntax and terminology. 


Arts 10-2 (5 Credits) 

The course features novel 

examination of shorter works 

poetry). Personal writing is an 

area of focus. Almost all of the 

work to complete this course is 

done in class, during school time. 

Everything except for parts of one 

novel is read out loud in class 

and all writing assignments are 

completed in class. 



Through exposure to plays, 

novels, poetry, essays, short 

explore the dark side of human 

nature. Emphasis is also placed 

on studying and practising 

stylistic writing with a component 

on punctuation and sentence 

errors, using the grammar 

terminology gained in English 

Language Arts 10-1. 


English Language Arts 

20-1AP (5 Credits) 

Students in this course will 

write the Advanced Placement 

Language and Composition 

exam in May in addition to the 

semester which all 20-1 students 

write. To prepare students for 

both exams, the course features 

extra reading requirements 

and a heavy emphasis on style 

analysis. Texts for study are 

selected to give students a broad 

sense of various forms of writing 

content. 

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Almost all of the work to 

complete this course is done 

in class, during school time. 

Everything except for parts 

of one novel is read out 

loud in class and all writing 

assignments are completed 

in class. Students learn to do 

responding to literature from 

a personal perspective. Texts 

include short stories, novels, 

that are high interest and/ 

or controversial. This course 

is perfect for a high school 

diploma. 



English 30-1 strives to engage 

students in a variety of literary 

genres by encouraging them to 

think about the ideas presented 

upon the universality of these 

themes. In response to the 

literature, students will have an 

opportunity to enhance their 

critical thinking skills, broaden 

their perspectives, and improve 

their writing techniques. If you 

plan to attend university, or just 

love to challenge yourself in 

the English Language Arts, this 

course is for you. You will be 

required to read independently, 

manage class and out-of-class 

time effectively, and to write three 

major in-class essays. 


English Language Arts 

30-1AP (5 Credits) 

Students in this course write the 

Advanced Placement Literature 

and Composition exam in May in 

addition to the regular 30-1 

Diploma Exam in January or 

June. To prepare students for 

both exams, the course features 

extra reading requirements and 

a heavy emphasis on critical/ 

analytical essay writing. Texts 

for study are selected to give 

students a broad sense of the 

historical evolution of literature 

from the Renaissance to the 

modern era. 



Almost all of the work to complete 

this course is done in class, 

during school time, with almost all 

writing assignments completed 

in class. Students prepare 

throughout the semester for the 

diploma exam which is worth 

50% of their mark. Texts in the 

course include short stories, 

that raise practical issues and 

solutions regarding the individual 

and the society. This course is 

the minimum required English 

course for a high school diploma. 

English Subject Option 

Study of Film (3 Credits) 

Film Studies invites the 

cinema critically, and to 

appreciate and enjoy the art 

of cinematography and editing 

viewed weekly to witness the 

battle between classical and 

technically, aesthetically -- will be 

debated and examined with each 

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The Fine Arts can lead to 

careers in design, music, 

performance, and much more. 

The creative problem solving 

arts are invaluable in today s 

competitive society. 

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Fine Arts Program 


Drama 

No Prerequisite Drama 10 

Drama 20 

Drama 30 

No Prerequisite 

Technical 

Theatre 15 

Technical 

Theatre 25 

Technical 

Theatre 35 


Musical Theatre 15 Musical Theatre 25 Musical Theatre 35 


Advanced Acting 15 Advanced Acting 25 Advanced Acting 35 

Music 

No Prerequisite Choral Music 10 

Choral Music 20 

Choral Music 30 


Instrumental 

Music 10 

Instrumental 

Music 20 

Instrumental 

Music 30 


Rock & Pop 

Music 15 

Rock & Pop 

Music 25 

Rock & Pop 

Music 35 

Visual Arts 

No Prerequisite Art 10 Art 20 Art 30 

Art 31 

[AP Art 31] 

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Visual 

Arts 


The Art Program is intended 

to be a program of individual 

involvement and progress. 

Emphasis is on awareness of 

natural and created environments 

and developing skills, techniques, 

and craftsmanship to express 

ideas and concepts. 

The fee for Art 10/20/30 course is 

$20.00 and Art 31 and Art 31AP 

5-credit course is $50.00. This 

will be invoiced with school fees. 

Art 10 (5 Credits) 

Learning to draw and use color 

will give your art zing! There is 

a focus on working from real life 

subjects in this course as well 

as an opportunity for exploring 

unique project ideas like ice 

sculpture or window painting. 


A continuation of the study of 

drawing, painting and design will 

lead to even more successful 

art production. Focus will be on 

increased opportunity for students 

to develop individual ideas, 

such as community sculpture or 

photography and electronic media. 

Students will have access to many 

new and varied art techniques. 


Students will use the skills and 

techniques learned in Art 10 and 

20, combined with their own ideas, 

to create visual expressions. 

There will be an emphasis on 

student-directed and designed 

projects in the medium of choice. 

Art installations at galleries, studio 

visits, and digital portfolios will be 

included. 

NOTE: Art 30 can be used as an 

entrance requirement for many 

university programs. 


Highly motivated Art students will 

want to explore the opportunities 

in Art 31. Students will investigate 

a broad range of materials and 

ideas. Emphasis on an area 

of concentration will allow for 

development of personal style. 

Art 31AP (5 Credits) 

The same level of high energy, high 

quality work is explored in Art 31AP 

as in Art 31. However, students 

must submit a slide portfolio to 

the AP Board in May. (Check 

with Director of Admissions of the 

post-secondary institutions you are 

interested in to see if a mark of 4 or 

Art course.) 

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Drama 


The Senior High School Drama 

Program addresses four 

disciplines of communication: 

movement, speech, 

improvisation and acting. It 

also delves into the advanced 

communication methods of 

playwriting, directing and 

technical theatre design. 

The Drama Program is an 

intensive experience that 

encourages personal growth 

and pushes students to step 

outside the box . It is designed 

for students who want to 

seriously pursue a career in the 

theatre arts, as well as those 

who just have a passion for the 

stage. 

Drama 10 (3 or 5 Credits) 

This course focuses on the 

disciplines of movement, speech 

and improvisation. Students 

of the skills needed for stage 

acting. Through the course 

they will develop and strengthen 

their theatrical expression as 

well as their respect for self 

and others. Highlights include 

music interpretation as well as 

the performance showcase PK 

Onstage . 

Drama 30 (5 Credits) 

This course further strengthens 

acting, movement, speech and 

improvisation skills. Students 

will also explore the discipline 

of directing through practical 

experience, scene study and 

style analysis. There will also be 

an opportunity to direct a One 

Act Play to take to competition 

in the One Act Drama Festival. 

Students will also rehearse 

and perform a play for a public 

audience. 

Advanced Acting 

15/25/35 

(5 Credits) 

During this program students will 

gain actual experience with a 

touring production. Students will 

go through the entire process 

from audition to curtain call. 

This course is designed for 

serious actors who have the 

maturity, focus and commitment 

to be part of a real live cast. 

Technical Theatre 15/25/35 


The Performing Arts Technical 

Theatre Program has been 

created to offer students the 

opportunity to be part of an actual 

technical stage crew. This course 

is perfect for students who are 

interested in being technicians 

for bands, DJ s, television and 

be responsible for all of the 

technical elements required by 

the Drama, Performing Arts and 

Musical Theatre classes as well 

as operating all of the lighting and 

sound equipment and running 

the set changes for all shows and 

school functions. 

Since the course requires that 

students miss a certain amount 

of class time for performances, 

it is essential that students are 

dedicated individuals who are 

capable of managing their time in 

a productive manner. It should 

also be noted that students would 

be expected to attend several 

after school rehearsals as well as 

evening performances throughout 

the school year. 

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Drama 20 (3 or 5 Credits) 

Students continue to build on 

their movement, speech and 

improvisation skills but will 

also focus strongly on acting 

technique and playwriting. They 

will study character development 

through monologue and script 

work as well as proper critiquing 

skills. The class will rehearse 

and perform a play for a public 

audience.

Musical Theatre 15/25/35 


The Musical Theatre Program 

aims to provide integrated studies 

in dance, drama and vocal 

music for students who seek the 

challenge of making a serious 

commitment to performance of a 

large scale musical production. H Block and after school from 

The program will foster an 2:30 4:30 p.m. and a 3 credit 

appreciation for the form and course that is after school only 

a professional attitude to for three months, ending with a 

performance, preparing the performance. This course is only 

students for post-secondary 

theatre experiences - both 

amateur and professional. The Note: There is a $40 fee 

course is offered both as a 5 associated with this course that 

credit course that runs during 25 

will be collected by the Director.

Music 

Choral Music 10/20/30 


A wide range of choral music is 

studied and performed including 

Jazz, Christmas, Pop, and music 

from other cultures and languages. 

Instrumental Music 

10/20/30 


Students must have experience 

in one of the following instrument 

families: Brass, Woodwind, or 

Percussion. 

The Instrumental Music Program 

stresses the development of 

performance skills through many 

different styles of music. There 

are mandatory performances 

and a spring tour. The tour is a 

highlight of the year but is optional. 

After school rehearsals are 

occasionally scheduled to allow 

students to participate who are 

schedule. 

Note: Instruments are available 

for rent from the school. The $55 

Instrument Rental fee is added to 

the school fee invoice. 

Rock & Pop Music 

15/25/35 

(5 Credits) 

Students must have prior 

knowledge of at least one of: 

Bass, Guitar, Drums, or Keyboard. 

This course will give students 

the opportunity to begin a 

rock band. Period societal 

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styles, performance etiquette, 

basic instrument theory, industry 

basics, recording, and rock band 

resources, are the major focuses 

of this course. Students must 

provide their own instruments.

The French Immersion 

program offers a wide variety 

of courses and provides 

students with an unique 

opportunity to graduate with 

a school district bilingual 

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French Immersion Program 


French 


FLA 10 FLA 20 

FLA 30 

Etudes Sociales 9 

Etudes Sociales 

10-1 


20-1 


30-1 

Sciences 9 

Sciences 10 Biologie 20 

Biologie 30 

Chimie 20 

Chimie 30 

Physique 20 

Physique 30 

New Program ques 9 

Mathématiques 9 

Mathématiques 10C Mathématiques 20-1 Mathématiques 30-1 

es 9 

Old Program 

Mathématiques 

Pures 20 


Pures 30 

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French 

Immersion 

Program 


The French Immersion Program 

offers a variety of courses and 

English stream. Students may 

register in as many French 

Immersion courses as desired. 

However, in order to obtain a 

take a minimum of 15 credits in 

French Immersion in each of the 

grade 10, 11, and 12 levels (45 

credits total). Of those credits, 

5 must be in French Language 

Arts per year. Students who 

maintain an average of over 70% 

of Merit. Students who take a 

minimum of 15 credits per year 

and maintain a program average 

of over 80% will receive a 

The following courses are 

available in the French Immersion 

program and are offered annually 

where numbers permit. 

. 

French 

Language 

Arts 

FLA 10 (5 Crédits) 



Les cours de French Language 

Arts visent l amélioration des 

compétences linguistiques qui 

développent les habilités de 

l élève en écriture, en lecture et 

en communication orale. 

Les diverses unités sont fournies 

de littérature française et 

canadienne-française, et de 

culture générale. 

Études 

Sociales 

Études Sociales 10-1 

(5 Crédits) 

Une étude des origines de 

la mondialisation et de ses 

impacts sociaux, économiques 

et politiques. L intégration de 

à l élève d examiner l impact 

de la mondialisation sur les 

peuples du Canada et du monde, 

incluant l impact sur les peuples 

autochtones et francophones. 


(5 Crédits) 

L élève explorera le nationalisme, 

dans toute sa complexité, 

à l échelle canadienne et 

internationale. Il étudiera les 

origines du nationalisme et 

son impact sur les relations à 

l échelle régionale, internationale 

et planétaire. L intégration de 

multiples points de vue permettra 

à l élève de déveloper sa 

compréhension du nationalisme 

et des contributions de ce 

phénomène à l identité et la 

citoyenneté des peuples du 

Canada. 


(5 Crédits) 

L élève explorera les origines et la 

complexité de diverses idéologies 

et examinera les multiples 

perspectives sur les principes 

du libéralisme classique et 

du libéralisme moderne. Une 

analyse de divers systèmes 

politiques et économiques 

permettra à l élève d évaluer 

la viabilité des principes du 

libéralisme. Une compréhension 

des rôles et des responsabilités 

associés à la citoyenneté 

encouragera l élève à réagir 

aux problématiques mondiales 

émergentes. 


Mathématiques 10C 

(5 Crédits) 

Le nouveau programme 

d études de Mathématiques 

de la 10 e année jusqu à la 12 e 

année commence avec un 

cours combiné, Mathématiques 

10C. Pour de plus amples 

renseignements au sujet du 

changement du programme 

des mathématiques, veuillez 

consulter la section de 

Mathématiques aux pages 37 et 

38. 

Mathématiques Pures 20 

(5 Crédits) 

Pour les élèves qui s inscrivent 

en 11e et 12e années. 

Le contenu de ce cours est 

le suivant: les systèmes 

d équations, les inégalités 

linéaires, les fonctions 

quadratiques, les équations 

quadratiques et polynomiales, 

les fonctions, le raisonnement, le 

cercle, la géométrie coordonnée 

et trigonométrique, et les 

Mathématiques Pures 30 

(5 Crédits) 

Pour les élèves qui s inscrivent 

en 11e et 12e années. 29

Le contenu du cours est le 

suivant: les transformations, les 

exposants et les logarithmes, les 

sections coniques, les fonctions 

trigonométriques, les équations 

trigonométriques, les suites et les 

séries, l analyse combinatoire, la 

probabilité, et la distribution des 

probabilités. 

Sciences 

Information Générale 

Le programme de sciences à 

tous les élèves puissent terminer 

avec une meilleure connaissance 

fondamentaux et de l importance 

des sciences et de la technologie 

dans leur vie. 

Sciences 10 

(5 Crédits) 

Le cours de Science 10 établit 

les bases requises pour réussir 

les cours de Chimie 20, Biologie 

20, et Physique 20. Les 

quatres unités d études mettent 

l emphase sur la nature des 

sciences, la technologie ainsi 

que sur les contextes social et 

environnemental. 

Chimie 20 

(5 Crédits) 

La matière et les transformations 

chimiques sont les thèmes 

communs de Chimie 20. 

Chimie 30 

(5 Crédits) 

Les systèmes, l énergie, les 

transformations et l équilibre sont 

les thèmes recommandés de 

Chimie 30. Le contenu du cours 

a pour but de préparer les élèves 

pour les études post-secondaires. 

Physique 20 

(5 Crédits) 

L énergie est le thème central 

dans chaque module de 

Physique 20. 

Physique 30 

(5 Crédits) 

La diversité de la matière 

et l énergie sont les thèmes 

recommandés en Physique 30. 

Biologie 20 

(5 Crédits) 

L énergie et la matière sont les 

thèmes de Biologie 20 dans le 

contexte de l écologie et de la 

physiologie humaine. 

Biologie 30 

(5 Crédits) 

Le changement, la diversité et 

l équilibre dans les écosystèmes 

sont les thèmes recommandés 

en Biologie 30. 

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A variety of languages is 

offered in the Global 

Languages department. 

Students not only have an 

opportunity to learn a new 

language but also to learn 

about the cultures of peoples 

around the globe. 

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Global Languages 


French 9 French 10-9Y 

French 20-9Y 

French 30-9Y 

French 31 A 


German 10 

German 20 German 30 


Japanese 10 

Japanese 20 Japanese 30 

No Prerequisite Spanish 10 Spanish 20 Spanish 30 

Spanish 35 AP 

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Global 

Languages 

& Culture 


A variety of language courses is 

offered, recognizing that students 

and experience in a second 

language. Students who register 

in Japanese 10, Spanish 10, and 

German 10 are assumed to have 

no previous experience with those 

languages. Those registering in 

French 10-9Y are assumed to have 

studied French for 3 to 6 years and 

Beginners should discuss their 

registration with the Department 

Head. 

It is recommended that students 

enrolling in senior high second 

language courses have a 

Language Arts in junior high. 

Students with averages of less than 

65% in any given second language 

course at high school may have 

level course. 


French Language Exams 

Students demonstrating an ability 

and interest in registering for the 

AP French Language will have an 

opportunity to take this exam in 

May. Students are asked to meet 

with the French Language AP 

coordinator before September 15th 

to complete required forms. 

French 

French 10-9Y (5 Credits) 

This course is intended for 

students who have experienced 

French language instruction in 

grades four through nine (the 

nine year program ). Emphasis 

is equally on oral, aural, writing, 

and reading skills to enhance 

communication abilities. 


Students will engage in a variety 

of language activities based on 

the context, the communication 

task, and the information and 

communication technologies 

available. This course prepares 

the student for the complexities 

of the 30 level course. 


Students will continue to 

enhance their communication 

skills and engage in various 

language activities. Since this 

entrance to some university 

programs, the expectations can 

be fairly demanding. Students 

who wish to continue their 

studies of French at university 

are strongly advised to continue 

with French 31A. 

French 31A (5 Credits) 

This course is a logical 

continuation of French 30 

and will prepare students for 

university level French courses. 

Students planning to take a 

university level French course 

are strongly encouraged to take 

French 31A in high school. 

German 

German 10, 20, 30 


With a communicative approach, 

German 10, 20 and 30 

students will learn meaningful 

and relevant language skills 

necessary to function in a 

German-speaking environment. 

NOTE: The University of Alberta 

requires students in the Bachelor 

of Arts Program to take a second 

language course while at university. 

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Japanese 

Japanese 10, 20, 30 


These courses will assist 

students in training their ear 

to listen for the sounds of the 

Japanese language as well as 

to increase their ability to speak 

and to read and write Japanese 

letters. Classes will also focus 

on complementary cultural and 

linguistic activities including 

Anime and extensive use of 

visuals. Students registering 

in this course should possess 

a genuine desire to learn the 

language and culture of Japan. 

Spanish 

Spanish 10, 20, 30 


The communicative approach to 

language learning is used with 

the goal of developing the skills of 

listening, speaking, reading and 

writing. A variety of interesting 

classroom activities will be used 

to meet this goal, including 

projects, presentations, skits, 

dialogues and games. 

Spanish 35AP: Spanish 

Language (3 Credits) 

This course is intended for 

students who have chosen to 

in all four language skills: 

listening, speaking, reading and 

writing. 

Native-like language 

competency is required due 

to the advanced nature of 

course requirements in Spanish 

conversation and composition. 

Students may receive college 

credit. Admission is based on 

teacher recommendation and 

is subject to enrolment. Since 

Spanish 35AP is typically offered 

in semester two, interested 

students should plan their 

Spanish program accordingly. 

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To ensure success in 

Mathematics courses, 

students and staff work 

closely together to meet the 

expectations of the curriculum. 

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Mathematics Program for 

2010-2011 Grade 10 s 

Math 10C 

The revised Grade 10-12 Mathematics Program of Studies includes a combined Grade 10 course, 

Mathematics 10C, that is the starting point for the -1 and -2 course sequences (see diagram). This 

will allow Mathematics 10C students to postpone choosing a mathematics course sequence until 

Grade 11. 

Math 10-3 

The other Grade 10 mathematics course available is the new Mathematics 10-3 for students 

planning to enter a trade or the workforce. 

Math 10C AP 

Math 20-1AP 

Math 30 Pure AP 

(10 credits) 

Math 31 AP 

Math 35 AP 

(8 credits) 

Math 10C Math 20-1 

Math 30-1 

Math 31 

Math 20-2 

Math 30-2 

Math 9 

Math 10-3 Math 20-3 Math 30-3 

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For Entry 

Into 

Designed For 

Additional Information 

Mathematics 1 

20-1/30-1 

Post secondary 

programs at 

universities, 

colleges and 

technical 

institutes that 

may require 

further study of 

mathematics 

e.g.: Engineering, 

Mathematics, 

Sciences, 

Business 

Students interested 

in careers 

emphasizing 

mathematics or 

sciences 

This sequence: 

-is a co-requisite for Mathematics 31. 

-designed for entry into post-secondary programs 

requiring the study of calculus. 

-Topics in this sequence include permutations 

and combinations, binomal theorm, relations and 

functions, sequences and series, trigonometry, 

algebra and measurement. 

Mathematics 2 

20-2/30-2 

Many programs 

at universities, 

colleges and 

technical 

institutes 

including some 

apprenticeship 

programs e.g. 

Arts programs, 

Civil Engineering 

technology, 

Medical 

technologies 


in careers in a wide 

variety of areas. 

(This sequence 

the needs of most 

students.) 

This sequence provides a student with high degree 

at both the Grade 11 and Grade 12 levels-if the 

students interests change. 

-designed for entry into Post Secondary Programs 

not requiring Calculus. 

-topics in this sequence include relations and 

functions, equations, probability, statistics and 

trigonometry, geometry, measurement and logical 

reasoning. 

Mathematics 3 

20-3/30-3 

Many 

apprenticeship 

programs and the 

workforce 


in trades or direct 

entry into the 

workforce 

This sequence aligns with entrance requirements 

to three. 

geometry, measurement and trigonometry, 

statistics and probability 

Important Dates 

Provincial implementation of the 

revised curriculum and course 

sequences will take place on the 

following dates: 

September 2010: 

10C and 10-3 

September 2011: 

20-1, 20-2, 20-3 

September 2012: 

30-1, 30-2, 30-3 

Quick Facts: 

The revised high school 

mathematics courses align 

with the revised Kindergarten 

to Grade 9 mathematics 

program. 

-All students entering Grade 10 

in September 2010 will enroll 

in the revised mathematics 

program sequences 

-Mathematics requirements for 

graduation have not changed. 

Five credits at the 20 level are 

required to obtain an Alberta 

High School Diploma. Students 

may complete this requirement 

with 20-1, 20-2 or 20-3 

-Students who enroll in 10C do 

not need to choose their course 

sequence until Grade 11. This 

gives students an extra year to 

decide which sequence best 

suits their interests and their 

future needs. 

*Students can transfer 

between the -1 and -2 course 

sequences in grades 11 and 

12, which allows them to 

change their mathematics 

program if their future goals 

change. 

Website link for further 

information: 

www.transferalberta.ca 

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Mathematics Program for Grade 11 and 12 Students 

With permission from the department a student may move between streams. 

eg. 1. A student achieving between 45% - 50% in Math 10 Pure has the option of switching streams to continue in 

Math 20 Applied rather than repeating Math 10 Pure. 

eg. 2. A student achieving between 45% - 50% in Math 10 Applied has the option of switching streams to continue in 

Math 24 rather than repeating Math 10 Applied. 

2009-10 


2010-11 


2011-12 


Math 14 Math 24 

Math Applied 10 Math Applied 20 Math Applied 30 

Math 10 Pure/Prep Math 20 Pure/Prep Math 30 Pure/Prep 

Math Pure 10 Math Pure 20 Math Pure 30 

Math 31 

Math Pure 10 AP 



Math 31AP 

[AP Calc AB] 

Math 35AP 

[AP Calc BC] 

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Mathematics 

General Information for 

students entering Grade 

11 and 12 Fall 2010 

To ensure success in 

mathematics courses at Paul 

Kane High School, students 

are placed according to the 

prerequisite mark required for 

each of the courses. All students 

are monitored as they proceed 

through the various math courses. 

For this mathematics program, it 

is important that a student select 

one route for all three courses. 

Students considering postsecondary 

options should 

seek guidance when choosing 

mathematics courses. 

The Math Pure 10 20 30 

route contains a three course 

sequence which provides the 

opportunity to take Math 31. 

These courses are based on a 

rigorous and theoretical approach 

to prepare students for mathintensive 

courses beyond high 

school. Students write an Alberta 

Education Diploma Exam in 

Mathematics Pure 30 which 

The Mathematics Pure 30 

is a pre or co-requisite for 

Mathematics 31. Students may 

take Mathematics Pure 30 and 

Mathematics 31 at the same time. 

The Math Applied 10 20 

30 route contains a three 

course sequence which is the 

mainstream for senior high 

students. These courses meet 

the requirements for many 

programs at the University of 

Alberta, technical schools and 

colleges. Students write an 

Alberta Education Diploma Exam 

in Mathematics Applied 30 which 

The Math 14 24 route is a 

two course sequence designed 

for those students who have 

mathematics. It concentrates on 

basic mathematical concepts with 

an emphasis on the everyday 

use of mathematics. Topics such 

as measurement, percent, and 

consumer related concepts make 

these two courses very practical 

as preparation for many job 

situations. 

The Math Pure 10AP, 20AP, 

30AP, 31AP, 35AP route contains 

provides enrichment and 

additional scholastic challenge 

in high school mathematics. 

These courses will contain the 

appropriate content so that 

students will write the AP Calculus 

AB exam or the AP Calculus BC 

exam in May of the third year 

of the program. This series of 

courses provides students with 

course. Depending on the postsecondary 

institution, students 

may receive credit or placement 

if students receive a 4 or 5 on the 

Advanced Placement Calculus 

BC Examination. Admission 

to this route requires meeting 

certain criteria: a commitment 

to academic achievement; 

an honours average; an 

understanding and acceptance of 

the time involved, both in terms 

of study and homework; teacher 

recommendations; and parental 

approval and support. 

Calculators 

The use of calculators for all 

mathematics courses has been 

approved by Alberta Education. In 

keeping with this policy, the Paul 

Kane High School Mathematics 

department would recommend 

for: 

calculator 

b) Math Pure, Math Applied, 

and Math AP - TI-83+ or TI-84+ 

graphing calculator 

For Students entering 

Grade 11 or Grade 12 

Fall 2010 

Math Pure 20 (5 Credits) 

Systems of equations, linear 

inequalities, quadratic functions, 

quadratic and polynomial 

equations, functions, reasoning, 

the circle, coordinate geometry, 

Math Pure/Prep 20 

(8 Credits) 


students who wish to enroll in 

Math Pure 20 course but have 

achieved 60%+ in Math Pure 

10. These courses include all of 

the topics listed in Math Pure 20 

but will be taught in 9 classes a 

week instead of 6. It provides 

the opportunity to review/ 

reinforce concepts and time to 

practice these while covering the 

Math Pure 20 curriculum. Upon 

successful completion, students 

will receive 3 credits for Math 

Pure 10 Bridge and 5 credits for 

Math Pure 20. 

Math Applied 20 

(5 Credits) 

Financial mathematics; 

quadratic functions and 

circle geometry; design and 

layout; data presentation and 

inference; inequalities and linear 

programming. 39

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Math 24 (5 Credits) 

Arithmetic operations, simple 

and compound interest, using 

spreadsheet templates, perimeter, 

area, volume, measurement, 

statistics, probability, data 

analysis, surface area, spatial 

problem solving and analysis 

graphs and charts. 

Math Pure 20AP 

(5 Credits) 

Math Pure 20AP includes Math 

Pure 20 course content and 

transformations from the Math 

Pure 30 course. 

Math 30 Pure (5 Credits) 

This course includes 

transformations, exponents and 

logarithms, conics, trigonometric 

functions, trigonometric 

equations, sequences and series, 

combinatorics, probability and 

statistics. 

Math Pure/Prep 30 

(8 Credits) 


students who wish to enroll in 

Math Pure 30 course but have 

only achieved 60%+ in Math Pure 

20. This course includes all of the 

topics listed in Math Pure 30 but 

will be taught in 9 classes instead 

of 6. It provides the opportunity 

to review/reinforce concepts 

and the time to practice these 

while covering the Math Pure 

30 curriculum. Upon successful 

completion, students will receive 3 

credits for Learning Strategies 35 

and 5 credits for Math Pure 30. 

Math Applied 30 

(5 Credits) 

Normally and binomially 

distributed data; matrix and 

vector problems; periodic, fractal 

decision making; analysis and 

solutions of cost and design 

problems. 

Math Pure 30AP 

(5 Credits) 

Math Pure 30 course content 

and an introduction to differential 

calculus including limits, 

derivatives, displacement, 

velocity and acceleration. 

Math 31 (5 Credits) 

Limits and rates of change, 

derivatives, applications of 

derivatives, extreme values, 

curve sketching, trigonometric 

functions, derivatives of 

trigonometric functions, 

exponential and logarithmic 

functions, differential equations, 

area, and integrals are units 

explored in this course. 

Math 31 is required by 

the following faculties and 

programs at the University 

of Alberta: Engineering, 

Honours Math, Mathematics 

Applied, Mathematical Physics, 

Mathematics, Mathematics 

and Economics. Math 31 is 

recommended in several other 

programs at the University 

of Alberta. See a counsellor 

for information on university 

requirements. 

Math 31AP (5 Credits) 

Differentiation, maxima and 

minima problems, differentiation 

of complex functions, mean 

value theorem and L Hospital s 

rule, implicit differentiations and 

graph sketching, related rate 

problems, antiderivatives and 

their applications, techniques 

and their applications, calculus 

of trigonometry, calculus of 

logarithmic and exponential 

functions. This content is usually 

calculus courses. This course 

will prepare students to write the 

Advanced Placement Calculus 

AB exam in May. 

Math 35AP (3 Credits) 

This course includes extra 

calculus topics not covered in 

Math 31AP: calculus of vectors, 

parametric equations and polar 

equations, additional topics 

in integration and differential 

equation as well as the study of 

series and Taylor Polynomials. 

This content will prepare 

students to write the Advanced 

Placement Calculus BC exam 

in May. Students should check 

with Director of Admissions of the 

post-secondary institutions to see 

if a mark of 4 or 5 will give them 

calculus course.

The aim of the Physical 

Education Program is to 

motor skills, which will carry 

over into adult life. Strong 

and active bodies help create 

a better overall quality of life. 

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Physical Education Program 


Physical Education 


Physical 

Education 10 

Boys 

Physical 

Education 20 

Co-Ed 

Physical 

Education 30 

Co-Ed 


Physical 

Education 10 

Girls 

Physical 

Education 20 

Girls* 

*Must have 20 students enrolled or students will be placed in a co-ed class. 

Sports Education: Hockey and Soccer Academies 

Physical 

Education 30 

Girls* 

No Prerequisite Sports Education 15 

Sports Education 25 

Sports Education 35 

*Fitness 

No Prerequisite Personal Fitness I Personal Fitness II Personal Fitness III 

*May be taken at any grade level. 

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Physical 

Education 

Physical Education courses help 

motor skills, which carry over 

into adult life. Aims of Physical 

Education are to develop: 

a wholesome interest in 

physical and recreational 

activities for wise and 

constructive use of leisure 

time. 

a strong and active body 

with knowledge of soundly 

functioning body systems. 

an ability to socialize and 

interact with others in a variety 

of settings. 

exposure to life-long skills and 

activities. 

In addition to core Physical 

Education, courses in Sports 

Education Hockey, Sports 

Education Soccer, Equine Studies 

and Fitness are provided through 

the school athletics programs and 

the Paul Kane Fitness Centre. 

These courses provide students 

an opportunity to further develop 

their interests and abilities in 

for students in building a course 

timetable. 

Note: Students can earn credit 

in only one Physical Education 

course at each grade level. 

Physical Education 10 

(5 Credits) 

This is a compulsory course for 

high school graduation. It is 

offered in boys and girls classes 

in each semester. Aquatics, 

individual pursuits and a variety of 

games are a focus in this course. 


(6 Credits) 

-includes Outdoor Education Module 

A $40 fee will be invoiced 

with school fees, to cover 

transportation, admissions and 

rentals. This class is offered in 

co-ed (mixed) groupings and 

female-only classes. Leadership, 

training, individual pursuits and 

a wide variety of games are a 

focus in this course. A number of 

short excursions and day-trips are 

scheduled. A sixth course credit is 

earned for successful completion 

of Outdoor Education. 


(6 Credits) 

-includes Outdoor Education Module 

A $60 fee will be invoiced 

with school fees to cover 

transportation, additional supplies, 

admissions and rentals. Students 

explore and experience a wide 

variety of physical activities 

with a focus on leadership. 

Numerous excursions enhance 

the program. One credit is earned 

for successful completion of the 

Wilderness Survival Excursion. 

Sports Education 

15, 25, 35 

Hockey Academy 

(5 Credits) 

This is offered in Semester 1 as a 

scheduled course, two days onice 

and one day off-ice. [Mondays: 

12:15 1:20 p.m. (off ice) and 

Tuesdays and Thursdays: 1:30 

3:30 (on ice)] The goal of the Paul 

Kane Hockey Academy is skill 

development. The students in this 

on skating, shooting, passing, 

stick handling, tactics, and 

strategies. They will also learn 

proper strength and conditioning, 

nutrition and mental techniques 

for the sport of hockey. Players 

registered in the course are 

required to pay a fee to offset 

the cost of ice time and buses. 

This is not a school hockey team; 

therefore the material learned 

in this course will help them 

become better players on their 

minor hockey or junior teams. 

(Students are charged a $400.00 

fee.) 

Soccer (10 Credits) 

The Soccer Academy will move 

to a full year program at both 

the junior and senior level. 

During each week of the soccer 

academy, players will participate 

and in class lectures. The 

intent of the Soccer Academy 

is for the serious soccer player 

to improve their technical level 

of play as well as their tactical 

understanding of the game. 

Those athletes registered in the 

Paul Kane Soccer Academy can 

also expect instruction in the 

strength and conditioning, sport 

psychology, injury prevention 

and athletic taping, and coaching 

practices. Players will also 

coaches that bring provincial, 43

national, and international 

experience to our academy. 

The Paul Kane Soccer Academy 

is a 10 credit course, combining 

Sports Education 5 credits with 

Physical Education course for 

the other 5 credits. It is expected 

that athletes enrolling in the 

Soccer Academy will not register 

for PE 10 in Summer School. 


fee.) 

Personal Fitness I, II, III 

(3 Credits) 

This course is offered to any 

student wishing to participate in 

the development and attainment 

combines theory and practical 

applications from three Career 

and Technology Studies (CTS) 

modules. 

Group I 

CMH2080: 

CMH2090: 

CMH2100: 

Group II 

CMH3080: 

CMH3090: 

CMH3100: 

Respiratory 

System 

Circulatory 

System 

Musculoskeletal 

System 

Digestive System 

Nervous/Endocrine 

Systems 

Mental Health 

Equine Studies 

(5 Credits) 

Those who are familiar with 

horses recognize and understand 

people in incredibly powerful ways. 

Equine Studies is offered both 

semesters as a scheduled 

course (Monday 12:15 - 1:20 

p.m. in class and Tuesday and 

Thursday at the equine facility 

1:30 - 4:00 p.m.) Developing 

relationships, horsemanship and 

understanding the history, safety 

and care involved with horses 

are all included in the curriculum. 


fee). 

C.A.L.M. 


Career and Life Management 

20 is a compulsory course 

for all senior high students as 

well as a vital component of 

comprehensive school health 

education. The aim of the 

CALM course is articulated 

through three general outcomes: 

Personal Choices, Resource 

Choices and Career and Life 

Choices. 

A fourth credit may be earned for 

successful completion of module 

CTR1310 (Career Directions 

Foundations: Portfolio). 

Instructions for this unscheduled 

course are provided on the 

development of a portfolio and 

students will have opportunities 

to review the composition, value 

and components of a portfolio. 

Portfolios will: 

showcase student 

experience, 

help create a bridge beyond 

high school, 

create an awareness of longrange 

planning. 

Group III 

CMH1080: 

CMH2110: 

CMH3110: 

Perspectives 

on Health 

Complementary 

Therapies 

Advances in 

Medical Technology 

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Biology is the study of living 

things. Chemistry concerns 

itself with the essence of 

our very existence - matter. 

Physics is the study of the 

principles that allow one to 

understand energy. Science 

education gives you the key 

to all of this! 

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Science Program 

Most students use Science 20 as the prerequisite for Science 30, however, Biology 20 or Chemistry 20 

or Physics 20 can also be used as the prerequisite for Science 30. 


Science 9 

Below 65% 

Science 14 

Science 24 

Science 9 

65% or higher 

Science 10 

Science 20 

Science 30 

Biology 20 

Biology 30 

Chemistry 20 

Chemistry 30 

Physics 20 

Physics 30 

Science 9 

80% or higher 

Science 10 AP 

Biology 20 AP 

Biology 30/35 AP 

[AP Bio] 

Chemistry 20 AP 

Chemistry 30/35 AP 

[AP Chem] 

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Science 


Paul Kane offers four streams 

of Science courses. Students 

who meet the recommended 

prerequisites are welcome to 

move from one stream to another. 

Note: The science courses 

offered in French are described in 

the French Immersion section of 

this guide. 

Science 10 is the prerequisite for 

all 20 level courses. 

Science 10AP should be 

considered by honours students 

prepared to take on the additional 

challenge of an enriched 

program. Students considering 

this option should have an 

interest in science, a commitment 

to academic excellence and 

support of their parents. 

Science 10 (5 Credits) 

Science 10 gives students the 

foundation needed for Science 

20, Biology 20, Chemistry 20, and 

Physics 20. Science 10 consists 

of four units of study emphasizing 

the Nature of Science, Science 

and Technology and Social and 

Environmental Contexts. 

Science 10 AP (5 Credits) 

Science 10 AP follows the regular 

Science 10 program at a slightly 

faster pace which enables 

students to study a few extra AP 

topics and to take part in more 

lab work. Students who choose 

to enroll in AP Biology or AP 

Chemistry will explore diverse 

areas in Science while honing 

their creative research skills. 

Science 14/24 

Science 14/24 is recommended 

in a post-secondary program 

requiring a Grade 12 science 

course. 

Students who excel in Science 14 

or Science 24 may apply through 

the Department Head to register 

in Science 20. 


Science 14 offers students an 

opportunity to continue their 

science education over two 

years in a general program. This 

course is designed for students 

who achieved less than 60% in 

Science 9. 


This is the senior course in the 

general Science 14/24 sequence. 

Science 20/30 Program 

This stream has been set up for 

students that are not pursuing 

sciences or engineering. Post 

secondary institutions are 

accepting the Science 30 course 

as an alternative to other 30 level 

science courses. Students taking 

the Applied Math route are highly 

recommended to take this route 

as it will ensure a higher success 

rate for them. 


Science 20 is an integrated 

academic program designed for 

students who wish to pursue 

a post-secondary education in 

an area not related to science. 

Science 20 may be taken 

concurrently with Biology 20, 

Chemistry 20 and Physics 20. 


Science 30 is an academic 

program designed for students 

planning on pursuing post 

secondary studies in areas other 

than the sciences. The focus is 

on helping students understand 

the principles behind the natural 

events they experience and on 

the technology they use in their 

daily lives. Science 30 may be 

taken concurrently with Biology 

30, Chemistry 30 and Physics 

30. 

Biology 


Biology is the study of living 

things. Genetic counselling, 

organ transplants, blood 

transfusion services and ecology 

are some of the topics covered 

in high school biology. 

Biology 20 (5 Credits) 

The units covered in Biology 

20 include human physiology, 

ecosystems and population 

change, photosynthesis and 

cellular respiration and energy 

and matter exchange in the 

biosphere. 

Biology 30 (5 Credits) 

The units covered in Biology 30 

include nervous and endocrine 

systems, reproduction and 

development, cell division, 

genetics and molecular biology 

and population and community 

dynamics. 

Biology 20AP/30AP/35AP 

(13 Credits) 

Biology 20AP (5 credits) is taken 

in Grade 11 and Biology 30AP 

(5 credits) and Biology 35AP (3 

credits) are taken in Grade 12. 

Advanced Placement Biology 

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is an academically rigorous 

university biology course. The 

of the curriculum, giving students 

ample opportunity to apply 

theoretical knowledge to practical 

situations. The topics for Biology 

20/30/35 AP will be presented 

in a similar sequence to Biology 

20/30 so students can move into 

the regular stream if they desire. 

In addition to the Biology 30 

Diploma exam, students will write 

the Advanced Placement Biology 

Exam in May of their Grade 12 

year. The score received on 

the Advanced Placement Exam 

Education but is accepted 

for admission at some post 

secondary institutions. 

Chemistry 


Chemistry concerns itself with the 

very essence of our existence 

matter. For some students, high 

school chemistry courses provide 

an introduction to a subject that 

will become a lifetime career; for 

others they offer a brief insight 

into an area that will continue to 

affect students lives in countless 

ways. 

Chemistry 20 (5 Credits) 

The units covered in Chemistry 

20 include chemical bonding, 

properties of gases and gas 

stoichiometry, properties 

of solutions and solution 

stoichiometry and acids and 

bases. 

It is highly recommended that 

students have 65% in the 

Chemistry unit in Science 10 and 

have completed Math 10C. 

Chemistry 30 (5 Credits) 

The core units in Chemistry 

30 include thermochemistry, 

electrochemistry, acids and bases, 

equilibrium and organic chemistry. 

The content is intended to prepare 

students for post-secondary 

studies in related areas. 


students have 65% in Chemistry 

20 and have completed Math 20 

Pure or Math 20-1. 

Chemistry 20AP/30AP/ 

35AP (13 Credits) 

Chemistry 20AP (5 credits) is 

taken in Grade 11 and Chemistry 

30AP (5 credits) and Chemistry 

35AP (3 credits) are taken in 

Grade 12. 

AP Chemistry is a rigorous 

university Chemistry course. The 

topics in Chemistry 20/30/35AP 

will be presented in an order such 

that students can move into the 

regular Chemistry 20/30 stream if 

they desire. This course includes 

extensive laboratory work and 

a research project. In addition 

to the Chemistry 30 Diploma 

exam, students will write the 

Advanced Placement Chemistry 

Exam in May of their Grade 12 

year. The score received on 

the Advanced Placement Exam 

Education but may be used 

for admission to some post 

secondary institutions. 

Physics 


Physics is the study of the 

principles of mechanics, heat, 

light, sound, electricity, and 

various energy forms. It is 

recommended for students 

considering careers in medicine, 

medical services, engineering, 

most technologies, electronics, 

physical education, mathematics, 

architecture and computer 

sciences. A strong physics 

background is an asset to many 

rewarding careers for men and 

women. Students with less than 

65% in prerequisite courses will 

course. 

Physics 20 (5 Credits) 

The units covered in Physics 

20 include kinematics, 

dynamics, circular motion, 

energy, oscillatory motion and 

mechanical waves. 


students have a 65% in the 

Physics section of Science 10 

and have completed Math 10 

Pure. 

Physics 30 (5 Credits) 

The core units covered in 

Physics 30 include momentum 

electromagnetic radiation, and 

atomic physics. The content is 

intended to prepare students for 

post-secondary studies in related 

areas. It is highly recommended 

that students have 65% in 

Physics 20 and have completed 

Math 20 Pure.

Social Studies is the program 

that examines how our 

societies function. What 

makes them work...what 

makes them fail and how we, 

historically, have responded 

to that. 

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Social Studies Program 

With permission from the department, a student may move between streams. 

eg. A student achieving between 45% - 50% in Social 10-1 has the option of switching streams 

to continue in Social 20-2 rather than repeating Social 10-1. 



Below 65% 

Social Studies 10-2 




65% or higher 





80% or higher 

Social 

Studies 


Social Studies 10-1 or Social 

Studies 10-2 is a compulsory 

course for all grade 10 students 

and prerequisite for Social Studies 

20-1, 30-1/20-2, 30-2 programs. 

Both course sequences are 

designed to further the student s 

understanding of history, 

geography, and economic, political 

and global issues. Social Studies 

10-1AP is designed for students 

who have a particular interest 

in history and social issues and 

leads into the Social Studies 

20-1AP 30-1AP programs. All 

students are required to complete 

either Social Studies 30-1 or 30-2 

in order to obtain a High School 

Diploma. 

Social Studies 

10-1 AP 

European History 25 

AP and Social 

Studies 20-1 AP 

Grade 10 students who receive 

a mark below 45% in Social 

Studies 10-1 should take Social 

Studies 10-2/20-2/30-2. Students 

whose marks are between 

45%-49% in Social Studies 10-1 

Social Studies 

30-1 AP 

should register in Social Studies 

20-2. Retroactive credits for 

Social Studies 10-2 would then 

be earned upon successful 

completion of Social Studies 20-2. 

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Grade 11 students who receive a 

mark below 45% in Social Studies 

20-1 should take Social Studies 

20-2 followed by Social Studies 

30-2. Students whose marks are 

between 45% 49% in Social 

Studies 20-1 should register in 

Social Studies 30-2. Retroactive 

credits would be earned for Social 

Studies 20-2 upon successful 

completion of Social 30-2. 

Students who receive a mark 

of 70% or more in Social 30-2 

may enrol in Social 30-1. Due 

to emphasis on essay writing in 

Social 30-1, it is recommended that 

students successfully complete 

English 20-1 prior to registering in 

Social Studies 30-1. 

Both Social Studies 30-1 and 

30-2 are diploma examination 

courses. Social Studies 30-1AP 

students will write the Social 

Studies 30-1 diploma examination 

and the European History 

Advanced Placement examination. 

For further information on AP 

exams, refer to the section in 

the guidebook on Advanced 

Placement . 

The Social Studies 10-1/20-1/30-1 

sequence is intended for students 

with strong skills in reading, 

writing, and analysis of issues. 

Social Studies 30-1 is accepted as 

an entrance course for university 

programs. Social Studies 

10-1AP/ 20-1AP/30-1AP will take 

the students skills to a higher 

level and provide extra preparation 

for university level Humanities 

courses. 

The Social Studies 10-2/20-2/30-2 

sequence focuses on many of the 

same issues and events as the 

10-1/20-1/30-1 continuum; 

however, the reading and writing 

requirements and depth of study 

are less intensive. Social Studies 

30-2 is accepted as an entrance 

course by many colleges and 

technical schools. 

The Advanced Placement Social 

Studies 10-1/20-1/30-1 sequence 

is intended for students who enjoy 

Social Studies and are interested 

in the wide-ranging topics a 

history course provides. (See 

course descriptions.) 

Can students who did not take 

Social Studies 10-1AP still register 

for 20-1AP? Although priority will 

be given to students who have 

completed the Grade 10 Social 

Studies AP preparation class, 

interested students who have 

successfully completed Social 

Studies 10-1 may see the Social 

Studies Department Head to 

discuss taking Social Studies 

20-1AP. 

Note: All Advanced Placement 

students must enroll in 8 credits 

of Social Studies at the grade 11 

level. (Social Studies 20-1AP and 

European History 25AP). 


(5 Credits) 

Students will explore historical 

aspects of globalization and its 

effects on lands, cultures, human 

rights and quality of life. The 

infusion of multiple perspectives 

will allow students to examine the 

effects of globalization on peoples 

in Canada and other locations, 

including the impact on Aboriginal 

and Francophone communities. 


(5 Credits) 

This course is an exploration 

of the origin of globalization 

and its social, economic and 

political impact. The infusion of 

multiple perspectives will allow 

students to examine the effects 

of globalization on peoples in 

Canada and throughout the world, 

including the impact on Aboriginal 

and Francophone communities. 

Social Studies 10-1AP 

(5 Credits) 

Social Studies 10-1AP is an 

introductory course to Advanced 

Placement European History. 

Although this course focuses 

primarily on the same curriculum 

as 10-1, the Social 10-1AP 

program will expose students 

to historical documents and 

encourage discussion and 

analysis which will help to 

prepare students for Social 20- 

1AP and European History 25. 


(5 Credits) 

Students will examine 

historical and contemporary 

understandings of nationalism in 

Canada and the world. They will 

explore the origins of nationalism 

as well as the impacts of 

nationalism on individuals and 

communities in Canada and 

other locations. Examples of 

nationalism, ultranationalism, 

supranationalism and 

internationalism will be examined 

from multiple perspectives. 

Students will develop personal 

and civic responses to emergent 

issues related to nationalism. 


(5 Credits) 

Students will explore the 

complexities of nationalism in 

Canadian and international 

contexts. They will study the 

origins of nationalism and the 

regional, international and global 

relations. The infusion of multiple 

perspectives will allow students 

to develop understandings of 

nationalism and how nationalism 

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identities of people in Canada. 

European History 25AP 

(3 Credits) 

Students will study the basic 

political, cultural, and religious 

events and movements that 

occurred in Europe during the 

time period from approximately 

1450 - 1750. 

Note: All students enrolled in 

Social Studies 20-1AP are 

required to register in this course. 

semester while 20-1AP will be in 

second semester. 


(5 Credits) 

The Social Studies 20-1AP 

students will examine the topics of 

Social Studies 20-1 in more depth 

and detail than in the regular 

Social Studies 20-1 classes. 

Social Studies 20-1AP will be 

taken along with European History 

AP and together the courses will 

examine the historical period from 

1450 to the end of World War I. 


(5 Credits) 

Students will examine the origins, 

values and components of 

competing ideologies. They will 

explore multiple perspectives 

regarding relationships among 

individualism, liberalism, common 

good and collectivism. An 

examination of various political 

and economic systems will 

allow students to determine the 

viability of the values of liberalism. 

Developing understandings of 

the roles and responsibilities 

associated with citizenship will 

encourage students to respond to 

emergent global issues. 


(5 Credits) 

Students will explore the origins 

and complexities of ideologies and 

examine multiple perspectives 

regarding the principles of classical 

and modern liberalism. An analysis 

of various political and economic 

systems will allow students 

to assess the viability of the 

principles of liberalism. Developing 

understandings of the roles and 

responsibilities associated with 

citizenship will encourage students 

to respond to emergent global 

issues. 


(5 Credits) 

Students will study the basic 

events and political movements 

of the twentieth century. 

Contemporary history is studied 

on three levels: intellectual 

and cultural history; social and 

economic history; political and 

diplomatic history. The content of 

with the regular Social Studies 

30-1 program. This overlap allows 

the students taking Social Studies 

30-1AP to be very comfortable 

writing the diploma exam for Social 

Studies 30-1 as well as their 

Advanced Placement exam held 

in May. 

Social 

Science 

Options 

Personal Psychology 20 

(3 Credits) 

This introductory course in the 

students with insight into 

the following topics: human 

development, understanding 

personality, principles of 

learning, the process of thinking, 

perception, emotions, and 

motives, facing frustration 

disturbances. 

World Religions 30 

(3 Credits) 

World Religions 30 explores 

the meaning and development 

of religion. It will discuss how 

religions are created and the role 

they serve in societies. The main 

emphasis of the course will be an 

examination of the major religions 

in the world today. The focus 

will be on the history and basic 

beliefs and practices of each 

religion.

At Paul Kane High School we 

are committed to success for 

our students. This series of 

specialized programming is 

designed to meet the needs 

of all students coming in to 

our school...from all walks of 

life! 

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Students 

Union 

(Non-Credit) 

Students Union is an opportunity 

for students who have a keen 

interest and desire in developing 

their leadership skills, such as 

teamwork, decision-making, 

communication. Through active 

participation in organizing and 

promoting student activities, 

students will understand the 

process of leadership, be able to 

apply leadership skills to daily life 

and continue to develop a positive 

self-esteem. Students who 

participate in Students Union will 

quickly see the value of such skills 

and how they relate to everyday 

life. 

Students Union students will 

be involved in service activities 

both in the school and the 

community. Students need to be 

self-directed, and a role model for 

fellow students. Past and current 

leadership students feel that they 

have the opportunity to positively 

affect others. All students are 

welcome to join at anytime during 

the school year. 

Full 

Year 10 

Program 

Full Year 10 is a one year 

academic high school program 

created to meet the needs of 

students who are considered 

to be at risk of dropping out of 

school. It is designed to meet the 

needs of students who have not 

been successful in grade nine, 

yet who have the potential to be 

successful. It is not a class for 

students who disrupt the class 

because of poor behavior, but 

rather a class for students who 

need to catch up academically. 

The Full Year 10 Program is not a 

replacement for, and has different 

requirements than, the Integrated 

Occupations Program. 

The students enrolling in this 

program are ready to address 

their learning issues and welcome 

themselves within this High 

School s Academic community. 

Students that are considering 

this program will be referred by 

their junior high school counsellor 

or their high school teachers. 

Special cases will be considered 

on an individual basis. Individual 

interviews with parents, the 

student applicant, class teacher 

and counsellor will assist with 

the selection process for this 

program. Enrolment is limited to a 

maximum of 18 students. 

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OnSIDE 

On Student s Individually 

Directed Education 

OnSIDE meets the needs of 

students who: 

wish to carry more/different 

courses than the regular 

timetable allows; 

are unable to attend all 

classes regularly due to 

illness, sports and work 

commitments or other 

personal reasons; 

require a less structured 

environment to achieve 

academic success; 

need to make up credits for 

high school graduation. 

students take courses using 

materials prepared by Alberta 

Education or the teacher. 

Core Courses 

5 credit courses offered: 

Biology 20, 30 

Chemistry 20, 30 

English 10-1, 10-2, 20-1, 20-2, 

30-1, 30-2 

Math Combined 10 

Pure Math 20, 30 

Applied Math 20, 30 

Math 10-3, 24 

Math 31 

Physics 20, 30 

Science 14, 24 

Science 10, 20, 30 

Social Studies 10-1,10-2, 

20-1, 20-2, 30-1, 30-2 

Option Courses Offered: 

5 Credit 

Community Health 30 

Tourism 10, 30 

3 Credit 

Agriculture 10 

CALM 


Financial Management 10, 20 

Legal Studies 20, 30 

2 Credit 


Legal Studies 10 

Financial Management 30 

Forestry 10 

1 Credit 

Forestry 20 

Tourism 20 

ADLC Courses 

As part of the OnSide program, 

all courses from Alberta Distance 

Learning Centre can be 

accessed. These courses are in 

print or online or both in English 

or French or both. For a listing of 

courses, check the handout in the 

OnSide Room or www.adlc.ca. 

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The 

English as 

a Second 

Language 

Program 

English as a Second Language 

courses are for those students 

whose level of English language 

full participation in the learning 

experiences provided in our 

school without additional support. 

Systematic support enables 

students to listen to, speak, 

read and write English with 

academic goals. 

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Paul Kane 

High 

School 

12 Cunningham Road 

St. Albert, AB T8N 2E9 

Phone: (780) 459-4405 

Fax: (780) 459-0187 

Website: http://pkhs.spschools.org

PAUL KANE HIGH SCHOOL 

GUIDEBOOK 2010-2011

grade 12 - Paul Kane High School

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