Program Guide Other Summer Programs Offered by the Waterloo Catholic District School Board

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1 Other Summer Programs Offered by the Waterloo Catholic District School Board Summer Boost (Gr. 1-6) A FREE blended literacy and numeracy program offered to students entering grades 1-6 in September July 5-20, 2016 / 8:30 am-1:00 pm Six locations within the WCDSB. Please contact the school your child currently attends for more information. S A I N T Adult Learning & Continuing Education Centres S u m m e r Program Guide 2016 Summer 2-Credit Co-op (Gr. 11&12) A FREE Summer Credit Co-op Program for current WCDSB students in Grade 11 & 12 providing them an opportunity to experience a full-day unpaid work placement and earn credits during the summer. Pre-placement begins in May, taught by certified Co-op teachers. 4 mandatory in class sessions on Thurs. & Sat. in May & June. Work placements run from June 29 to August 4, 2016 *Note: students must be 16 years of age by June 29, 2016 Please contact your Catholic Secondary School Co-op or Guidance office for more information. Dual Credit Course (Gr. 12) A FREE 45 hour secondary school credit / college credit program offered in partnership with Conestoga College - Waterloo Campus. Dual credit courses are intended to assist students in completing their OSSD and making a successful transition to college or apprenticeship programs. Course offerings: Professional Make Up; Masonry Preparation; Intro to Aboriginal Cuisine July 6-21, 2016 Wednesday Friday, 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM Please contact Rosie Hessian, Dual Credit Manager ext Rhessian@conestogac.on.ca Make Your Summer Count! Secondary School Credits - Day School elearning and Correspondence English Language Instruction Citizenship International Languages Skills Builder Get a HeadStart Child Care

2 Table of Contents High School Credit Summer Program SUMMER COURSES Secondary School Credits - Day School... Secondary School Credits - elearning... Correspondence & Online... International Languages Credits - Secondary... English as a Second Language (ESL)... Citizenship Classes... International Languages - Elementary... Summer Skills Builder... HeadStart to Grade 9... SERVICES & SUPPORT Guidance Services... Licensed Child Care Spots for Tots Gr. 9/10 Gr. 11 Gr. 12 Gr. 12 Reach ahead or earn credits toward completion of high school diploma (OSSD) Meet course requirements for college, university or skilled trades programs NEW! Day School - NEW Credit Courses ONLY BTT2OI LWSBD LKBBD ENG3CI ENG3UI MCR3UI PPZ30I TXA3E LWSCU LKBCU ENG4CI ENG4UI MAP4CI MHF4UI MCV4UI SCH4CI BBB4MI OLC4OI TXA4E July 4-28, 2016 (Mon-Fri) 8:30am - 3:00pm / Lunch: 11:30am - 12:00pm Breaks: 10:00am - 10:15am & 1:45pm - 2pm (July 28 - final exam: 8:30am - 12pm) Location: Kitchener Main Campus, 80 Young St., Kitchener No Cost / No Book Deposit Bus tickets provided To Register: See Your Home School Guidance Counsellor or register Online: Registration Deadline: June 28, 2016 elearning - NEW Credit Courses ONLY Gr. 10 CHV20H GLC20H Online Registration: Registration Deadline: June 28, 2016 For more information about the high school credit program call: ext 211 & 237 St. Louis Adult Learning & Continuing Education Centres Kitchener Disclaimer: St. Louis reserves the right to alter information in this publication including program content, requirements, fees and availability as necessary. Spots for Tots Licensed Child Care available for reasonable fees (see page 13 for details) To apply for Child Care subsidy: For more information call: Note: Secondary School Credit Courses will be offered if there is sufficient enrolment interest 2 3

3 Summer Credits Gr. 10 Civics (half credit course) CHV2OH This course explores rights and responsibilities associated with being an active citizen in a democratic society. Students will explore issues of civic importance such as healthy schools, community planning, environmental responsibility, and the influence of social media, while developing their understanding of the role of civic engagement and of political processes in the local, national, and/or global community. Students will apply the concepts of political thinking and the political inquiry process to investigate, and express informed opinions about, a range of political issues and developments that are both of significance in today's world and of personal interest to them. Prerequisite: None Gr. 10 Careers (half credit course) GLC2OH This course teaches students how to develop and achieve personal goals for future learning, work, and community involvement. Students will assess their interests, skills, and characteristics and investigate current economic and workplace trends, work opportunities, and ways to search for work. The course explores postsecondary learning and career options, prepares students for managing work and life transitions, and helps students focus on their goals through the development of a career plan. Prerequisite: None Gr. 11 English ENG3CI College This course is essential for success in ENG4C. Students will study the content, form, and style of a variety of informational and graphic texts, as well as literary texts from Canada and other countries, and create oral, written, and media texts in a variety of forms for practical and academic purposes. An important focus will be on using language with precision and clarity. Short Stories: Literary elements and characterization Media/Film Studies: Film analysis of media with a social justice theme Novel Study: To Kill a Mockingbird; characterization essay; significant passage analysis Film Study: novel and movie comparison Business Writing: letter of complaint, letter of request; resume and cover letter, job advertising/ad assessment Language and Writing: grammar and parts of speech; proper format of a 5-paragraph essay; writing with formality Gr. 11 English ENG3UI Gr. 12 English ENG4CI Gr. 12 English ENG4UI University This course is essential for success in ENG4U. Students will develop key skills for academic research, essay writing, and lecture-style presentations. Short Stories/Poetry renowned short stories and authors, study of popular genres Research and Development finding academic sources, evaluating websites, consolidating information, reporting on findings, properly citing sources, avoiding plagiarism Media logos, ethos, pathos, persuasive techniques, famous speeches, public speaking (voice/body language technique) Grammar and Language study College Students will analyze challenging literary texts; interpret informational and graphic texts; and create oral, written, and media texts. Focus will be on using language confidently, selecting reading strategies and developing greater control in writing. The course is intended to prepare students for university, college, or the workplace. Short Stories: Gender roles, self-identity, growing up female in Canada in the 1950's, love, power, control, human cruelty, closed mindedness, ritual, scapegoating, science and ethics. Media Studies: The influence of advertising in our culture. Novel Study: The American Dream and its discontents, The Roaring Twenties, The Jazz Age, Prohibition and the rise of organized crime, class divisions, excessive materialism, love and money. Film Study: The evolution of the American Dream through film. Business Writing: Communicating in the business world, proper format, business etiquette. Language and Writing: Identifying and solving common writing mistakes. University Students will analyze challenging texts from various time periods, countries and cultures; write analytical and argumentative essays and a major paper for an independent literary research project; and apply key concepts to analyze media works. An important focus will be on understanding academic language and using it coherently and confidently in discussion and argument. 4 5

4 Summer Credits Continued Gr. 12 Foundations for College Mathematics College MAP4CI Gr. 11 Functions MCR3UI University This course prepares students for college programs (eg. Business, Health Sciences, Human Services) and for certain skilled trades. Trigonometric Ratios and Laws with Applications Perimeter, Area, Surface Area and Volume Conversions Metric to Imperial Exponent Rules, Negative and Rational Exponents Solving Exponential Equations Graphing Linear, Quadratic and Exponential Models Financial Applications-Annuities and Budgets Renting or Owning Accommodation Two-Variable Data Scatter Plots and Correlation Coefficients Applications of Data Management Gr. 12 Calculus and Vectors MCV4UI University Rates of Change Using Limits Derivative Rules (Power, Product, Quotient) Applications of Derivatives in Business and Physics Curve Sketching Optimization Problems (Maximum and Minimum) Derivatives with Exponential, Logarithmic and Trig Functions Vector Operations and Applications in Physics Vectors in 2-Space and 3-Space This course uses Advance Function skills and concepts and prepares a st student for 1 year Math, Engineering and Science programs. This course prepares students for further studies in the Grade 12 Advanced Functions course with a wide range of algebra skills and concepts. Algebraic and Graphical Representations of Functions Quadratic Word Problems Transformations of Functions Trigonometric Ratios and Laws Sinusoidal Functions Graphs and Applications Integer and Rational Exponents Exponential Functions: Growth and Decay and Financial Applications Discrete Functions Sequence and Series Simplifying Polynomial and Rational Expressions Inverse Functions Gr. 12 Advanced Functions MHF4UI University This course prepares a student for Calculus and Vectors as well as giving a solid foundation for other College and University programs Solving Polynomial Equations an Inequalities Graphing Polynomial Functions Solving Rational Equations and Inequalities Graphing Rational Functions Solving Exponential and Logarithmic Equations Graphing Exponential and Logarithmic Functions Solving Trigonometric Equations with Radians Graphing Trigonometric Functions Composite Functions Rates of Change 6 7

5 Summer Credits Continued Gr. 12 Chemistry SCH4CI Gr. 11 Health for Life PPZ3OI College This course enables students to develop an understanding of chemistry through the study of matter and qualitative analysis, organic chemistry, electrochemistry, chemical calculations, and chemistry as it relates to the quality of the environment. Students will use a variety of laboratory techniques, develop skills in data collection and scientific analysis, and communicate scientific information using appropriate terminology. Emphasis will be placed on the role of chemistry in daily life and the effects of technological applications and processes on society and the environment. College Are you active, passionate about life and do you enjoy spending time outdoors? Health for Life helps students expand their knowledge and skills for every day healthy living! Learn important information about physical activity, food and nutrition, disease prevention, and many more interesting areas of health. Physical activity excursions help us stay active during the term! Throughout this course, students will develop the skills necessary to take charge of and improve their own health, as well as to encourage others to lead healthy lives! Gr. 12 International Business Fundamentals College/University BBB4M I If you have an interest in learning about how businesses operate, various business strategies, and the challenges that businesses face, this course is for you! Special focus on international markets and business will prepare you with effective business management strategies. This course will also provide you with the planning and organizational skills needed to be successful in any workplace. There is no pre-requisite for this course. Gr. 10 Computers: Information and Communication OPEN BTT2OI Managing and storing files, searching for files, finding files, moving and copying files for backup and storage, backup technology Create business documents, saving files, opening and editing, creating tabbed lists, bulleted lists and text alignment Creating flyers and business documents with graphics, basic tables in MS Word 2010 Database concepts using Word 2010 Spreadsheets Basic calculation (sum, average, max, min numbers, count cells, formatting cells: border, shading, merge, mass printing in Excel) Creating a business PowerPoint presentation using design, transition, animation, insert sound and video) Security and safety on the internet (safe browsing, Internet vocabulary, safe transactions, fake websites) Gr. 12 Ontario Literacy Course OLC4OI OPEN This course is designed to help students acquire and demonstrate the cross-curricular literacy skills that are evaluated by the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT). Students who complete the course successfully will meet the provincial literacy requirement for graduation, while obtaining a Grade 12 English credit. Note: this credit will not be considered as a pre-requisite English credit for postsecondary programs. 8 9

6 NEW! Summer Credits Continued NEW! International Languages Summer Credits Gr. 11 Aesthetics TXA3E Workplace If you have an interest in cosmetology and aesthetics this course is for you! Hands on experience in our studios will give you practical knowledge - about current trends in makeup, special occasion makeup, day/evening makeup and contouring. Explore basic skincare principals and nail care. This course will also provide you with the planning, organizational and interpersonal skills needed to be successful in any workplace. There is no pre-requisite for this course. Gr. 12 Aesthetics TXA4E Workplace Ready to advance your cosmetology and aesthetics knowledge? Experience in our studios will give you advanced skincare knowledge, as well as implement principals and practical knowledge about cutting-edge trends in day/evening makeup, bridal and avant-garde fashion trends for a diverse clientele. Introduction to waxing and sugaring included. This course will also provide you with the planning, organizational and interpersonal skills needed to be successful in any workplace. Prerequisite for this course is TXA3E or TXJ3E. Note: an optional professional make-up starter kit available for a reasonable materials fee. Gr. 9/10 Chinese - LKBBD Introductory Level This course offers students intensive training in Chinese speaking (situational conversation, dialogue and recitations of classical pieces), enrich their vocabulary and better understand grammar through Chinese songs, stories, idiomatic expressions and media text; enliven Chinese culture through variety of activities including performing skits, making crafts, playing games and calligraphy writing. There is no prerequisite for this course. Gr. 9/10 Spanish - LWSBD Introductory Level More than 400 million speak Spanish. Why don't you? Learning to speak Spanish opens the door to a broad and exciting world. This course invites you to discover what are the sounds of Spanish, how Spanish forms and creates new words, and how these words are combined in a sentence. You will learn basic vocabulary and grammar that will allow you to communicate with Spanish speakers about everyday matters. There is no pre-requisite for this course. Gr. 11 Chinese - LKBCU Intermediate Level This course is designed to build on students' existing skills and to advance students' applications of vocabulary and grammar through study of more complex texts (media text and classical pieces); offers intensive training in Chinese essay writing (writing up skits, peer editing, and publishing ); enable students to gain deeper insight into Chinese culture through variety of activities including performing plays, making crafts, playing games and calligraphy writing. Prerequisite level 1 credit Chinese is required. Gr. 11 Spanish - LWSCU Intermediate Level LWS CU offers students the opportunity to further develop their knowledge of the Spanish language and to enhance their communication skills. You will continue to explore the cultures where Spanish is spoken. The course continues development of intermediate skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. The primary goals of the course are the further enhancement of communicative competence, and social and cultural awareness. Students continue their study of Spanish by further expanding their knowledge of key vocabulary topics and grammar concepts. Prerequisite level 1 credit Spanish is required. Note: LWSBDI or LWSCUI (Spanish) and LKBBDI or LKBCUI (Chinese) will be offered if there is sufficient enrolment interest 10 11

7 NEW Hours! High School Summer Credits CORRESPONDENCE / SELF STUDY Licensed Child Care Summer Spots for Tots Students will be able to meet with Guidance Counsellors & register for Correspondence courses during summer. Guidance, office staff and tutors will be available on select Wednesdays in July and August for academic support as well as to register for Term 1 Secondary Credit Day classes. St. Louis students (18+) may receive assistance with post-secondary applications, academic counselling and Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR). Correspondence & Guidance Summer Hours: Kitchener Main Campus, 80 Young St., Kitchener Note: Full Service = meet with Guidance, register for a course, pick up course material, pick up and submit lessons & write exams Mon., June 20 Tues., June 21 Wed., June 22 Days Time Service Closed June 23 & 24 Mon., & Tues. June 27 & 28 Closed June 29 July 1 Mon., - Thurs. July 4-7 Closed July 28 August 16 8:30am -12pm, 1:30pm - 3:00pm 1:30pm - 3:00pm 5:30pm - 7:30pm 12pm - 3:00pm 5:30pm - 7:30pm 9:00am - 1:00pm 9:00am - 1:00pm Full Service, no tutoring available Full Service, no tutoring available Full Service, no tutoring available Exams and final lesson submission ONLY, No Guidance or Registration services Full Service, no tutoring available, Summer School Day Classes Registration Full Service, including tutoring plus Summer School Guidance Support Wednesdays July 13, 20, 27, Aug.17, 24 9:00am - 1:00pm Full Service, including tutoring, plus Term 1 Registration Fee: $50 student services fee for one calendar year. Plus $40 marking/materials fee for each correspondence course. Fall Registration for Credit Day Classes resumes August 29th. Visit for Fall hours of operation! Licensed Child Care is available to ALL (community and students) for ages 24 months to 5 years Spots for Tots Licensed Child Care is a fun, safe environment where your child will: learn through play interact with other children develop the skills to prepare them for Kindergarten July 4-29, 2016 (Mon-Fri) 8:30am-11:25am Lunch: 11:25am -12:00pm (Food not provided) 12:00pm-2:55pm Location: Kitchener Main Campus, 80 Young St., Kitchener Fee: $16.50 per half day / and $33.00 per full day per child To apply for Child Care subsidy: Registration: May 24 - June 24 by calling Registration Deadline: June 24, 2016 For more information on Child Care call:

8 English Language Instruction Summer Program Citizenship Summer Program For Adults ages 18+ Reading & Writing Listening & Speaking ESL Computers TOEFL / IELTS Soft Skills: Get and Keep the Job Customer Service (with Smart Serve) July 4 - Aug. 12, 2016 (Mon - Fri) (8:30am - 11:30am & 12:00pm - 2:30pm) Location: St. Mary's Campus, 77 Young St., Kitchener Course Fee: $5 NOTE: Visitor Fee applies to all classes Limited student parking onsite EARLY Registration at any Kitchener-Waterloo St. Louis Campus: May 24 - June 23, 2016 See our website for registration details ONSITE Registration: June 27 - Aug. 11, 2016 St. Mary's Campus, 77 Young St. Kitchener: (Mon. - Fri. mornings) Onsite Childcare Kitchener Spots for Tots in July ONLY available for reasonable fees - (see page 13 for details) To apply for Child Care subsidy: For more information call: ext Citizenship Preparation Program: Includes Geography, History, Government, Voting, Rights and Responsibilities Covers all test content and strategies to succeed Citizenship Practice tests July 4-15, 2016 (Mon-Fri) (12:00 pm-2:30pm) Location: St. Mary's Campus, 77 Young St., Kitchener Course Fee: $10 Limited student parking on site EARLY Registration at any St. Louis Campus: May 24 - June 25, 2016 See our website for registration details ONSITE Registration: June 27 - July 15 St. Mary's Campus, 77 Young St. Kitchener: (Mon. - Fri. mornings) For more information call: ext 229 Onsite Childcare Kitchener Spots for Tots available for reasonable fees - (see page 13 for details) To apply for Child Care subsidy: 15

9 International Languages-ELMENTARY Summer Program JR. KINDERGARTEN-GRADE 8 A *FREE* Children's Language Program Note: Children may learn two DIFFERENT languages each day. If interested, please select ONE morning and ONE afternoon option. *Students may not choose the same language in the morning & afternoon Morning classes, 9:00 am to 11:30 am Chinese, Czech, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish & Tamil Afternoon classes, 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm Chinese, Spanish July 4-29, 2016 (Mon-Fri) Location: St. Mary s High School 1500 Block Line, Kitchener Registration online: Registration Deadline: June 18, 2016 Children always enjoy programs with their friends, so please tell other parents who have children who may be interested in this fun, summer language camp. For more information call: ext 221 Early drop-off / Late pick-up service is offered from July 4-29, from 8:30 am to 9:00 am & from 11:30 am to 12:00 pm (fee: $15/week). Registration for this service will be held on-site & in person only on July 4 & 5. Disclaimer: Language Offerings and Early Drop off, Late pick up will be provided only with sufficient parent demand. No Cost Taught by qualified IL Instructors who are teaching these languages throughout the school year A great opportunity for students to combine a summer camp experience with language learning Language learning component is complemented by a variety of supervised activities which intend to allow students to enjoy their summer: day trips to local interesting sites, crafts, dances, outdoor plays and games 16 17

10 Summer Skills Builder Get a HEADStart to Grade 9 FREE Literacy & Numeracy Program for students currently enrolled in or entering Gr. 7 & 8 Open to Public, Catholic and French boards Summer Skills Builder is taught by experienced, certified teachers in a high school classroom setting and uses in-class technology, as well as small group activities to increase student participation and help them develop: Learning strategies in reading, comprehension and writing Numeracy support that focuses on order of operations, measurement, algebra, and computational skills Problem solving skills Study and organizational skills Confidence and friendship building Excellent preparation for the Grade 7, 8 and 9 curriculum for students who have completed Grades 6, 7 & 8 July 4-15, 2016 (Mon-Fri) 8:30 am -12:30 pm Locations: St. Mary's High School, 1500 Block Line Rd., Kitchener St. Benedict Catholic Secondary School, 50 Saginaw Pkwy, Cambridge No Cost Registration on-line: Registration Deadline: June 17, 2016 FREE Program for students: Gr. 8 entering Gr. 9 at ANY WCDSB Secondary School Get a HeadStart is taught by certified teachers who teach at Catholic Secondary Schools.This program will help students: Learn what's unique and important to know about their new high school Get to know energetic student leaders and key school staff Get their timetable early and make sense of it! Find their locker, find classes find the washroom Know what to do / who to talk to if experiencing difficulty Do fun stuff lead by certified teachers that will bring out every students best! Make cool connections with new friends Students will also gain study skills tips, so they can keep those grades up and make time to get involved in school activities ~ there's something for everyone! Yes... all of this in 12 hours over 4 days! Aug 25, 26, 29, (Thur, Fri, Mon, Tues - All 4 Days) Mornings 9:00am-12:00pm Locations: St. Mary's HS / St. David CSS / Resurrection CSS St. Benedict CSS / Monsignor Doyle CSS No Cost Registration on-line: Registration Deadline: June 17, 2016 For more information call: ext 222 & 225 For more information call: ext 222 &