Accounting 10
Students learn the basic financial statements and the simplified accounting cycle for a small service business in detail. They will examine the concepts of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAPs) and apply these concepts within the accounting activities. Upon completion of this course, students will have obtained the bookkeeping skills required in the operation of a small service company. A brief study of careers in accounting and the professional bodies of CA’s, CMA’s and CGA’s are included. Students will also do personal finance activities such as creating a personal budget.
Accounting 20
Prerequisite: Accounting 10
Students will examine the accounting cycle for a medium sized merchandising business, organized as a partnership. They are introduced to the Simply Accounting software package and the bookkeeping applications are all computer based. Students will study adjustments and use special journals in the accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory and banking applications. The recording of taxes (provincial sales and GST) are introduced and the concepts of the GAAPs continue to be applied. A short unit on taxes and filing tax returns is also covered.
Accounting 30
Prerequisite: Accounting 20
Students in Accounting 30 will examine the new accounts and procedures associated with corporate accounting for a merchandising firm. The use of Simply Accounting is continued as all application problems are computer based. They will study the cost of goods sold, depreciation, accruals and payroll. Content covered will provide students with the opportunity to think about how managers make decisions and will give students opportunities to look at the relationships between costs and business activity. Taxes will be reviewed and auditing will be covered.
Communication Media 10
Communication Media 10 introduces students to basic knowledge skills and abilities in audio, video and interactive media. Students are introduced to aspects of video production including production stages, lighting, use and care of audio/video equipment and planning of projects. The importance of audio in isolation is introduced, as well as audio editing software. Creation of interactive media, such as web pages, to communicate effectively, is introduced.
Commercial Cooking 10
Prerequisite: None
This is an introductory course into the area of commercial food preparation. Students look at the industry and will cover the topics of the pantry, rice and pasta, soups and stocks, vegetables and fruits, and the bakery. Students will have the opportunity to learn theory and participate in labs.
Commercial Cooking 20
Prerequisite: Commercial Cooking 10
This class will review basic measuring skills, and Food Safety. The topics of basic baking skills, cooking with grains, fruits and vegetables, milk and milk products and eggs will be covered in detail. Yeast products and Pastries may be covered given time and interest. The material will be covered using assignments, lecture, projects and hands-on work in the kitchens.
Construction 10 (Woodwork)
Prerequisite: None
Students will be learning shop safety, measurement, basic power tool use, basic hand tool use, basic joinery, and basic finishing techniques. These are taught through the construction of two or three projects (time depending). There is a large emphasis on safety and accuracy of work. Students will be required to work independently and in groups. Students are encouraged to wear work clothes but are not required. There is a fee for materials and shop supplies used.
Construction 20 (Woodwork)
Prerequisite: Construction 10
Construction 20 builds on the techniques taught in Construction 10. Students will build one or two intermediate skilled projects. Safe and accurate work is a requirement of the course. Students are encouraged to wear work clothes but are not required. There is a fee for materials and shop supplies used.
Construction 30 (Woodwork)
Prerequisite: Woods 20
Construction 30 builds on the techniques taught in Construction 20. Students will build an advanced project. Safe and accurate work is a requirement of the course. Students are encouraged to wear work clothes but are not required. There is a fee for materials and shop supplies used.
Entrepreneurship 30
The goal of Entrepreneurship Education is to learn skills and information needed to establish and run a small business. This course will help students learn problem solving, communication and analytical skills while determining potential opportunities. Students will look at societal problems and/or needs with an eye for creating change in order to seek and explore, and take advantage of opportunities that exist everywhere! Units covered include Characteristics and Attitudes of an Entrepreneur, Opportunity Assessment, The Business Plan, Marketing, Operation and Financial Planning. Students will participate in the Junior Achievement Company Program where they will plan, finance, create and run their own class company.
Food Studies 30
Food Studies 30 covers modules on kitchen safety, the Canada Food Guide, the preparation of different cuisines, nutrition, and an exploration of careers related to food and nutrition.
Graphic Arts 20
Discover a potential career or lifelong hobby in Graphic Design. We focus on traditional and contemporary art making techniques including digital photography, silk screening t -shirts, digital imaging and image manipulation. You will develop visual communication and technical art making skills.
Graphic Arts 30
This course of study expands on the techniques and skills learned in Graphic Arts 20. You will have the opportunity to advance your skills in digital illustration, silk screening, airbrushing, as well as digital imaging and manipulation. You will compile a portfolio of all your visual artwork for entrance to a post- secondary institution in graphic design or photography.
Leadership 20
Leadership 20 is designed to provide background understandings, knowledge, and skills required for successful leadership and leadership of one’s self and one’s peers, within a school setting. Leadership 20L will develop leadership capacity, promote personal growth, and develop a sense of value towards leadership among youth with a focus on individual leadership. In Leadership 20L students will have the opportunity to participate in a unique blend of traditional classroom instruction integrated with independent and school - based inquiry including Leadership Styles, Self -Awareness, Time Management, Intrapersonal Skills, Strategic Individual Planning, Promotion & Marketing, Personal Communication and an Individual Action- Research Project.
Leadership 30
Leadership 30 is designed to extend understandings, knowledge, and skills required for successful leadership within the community, and beyond. Leadership 30L course will expand leadership capacity, promote growth, and develop a sense of value towards leadership among youth with a focus on group leadership. In Leadership 30L students will have the opportunity to participate in a unique blend of traditional classroom instruction integrated with independent and school -based inquiry, including Leadership Models, Group Dynamics, Conflict Management, Reporting & Debriefing, Communicating with Others and a large Community Project.
Life Transitions 30
These courses take students through a real life simulation and helps them to recognize the decisions that must be made over the course of a lifetime. A variety of topics will be addressed including relationship development, conflict resolution, support resources, money management, credit, insurance, mortgages, health care, parenting and child development.
Personal Finance 30L
With credit card debt, household debt, and national debt becoming alarming issues both in Canada and around the world, many people ask where personal finance is being taught. Until now, it has not been taught and many youth and adults with poor financial literacy have been making crucial mistakes with their finances. Personal Finance 30L is the most important class that you can take during your high school career as no matter what your future holds, you will need to be financially literate. Topics covered in this course include: Economics, Decision Making and Money Basics, Banking Services, Income and Taxation, Budgeting, Savings and Investing, Credit and Credit Cards, Consumer Protection, and Renting, Leasing, and Buying. Take Personal Finance 30L and work towards becoming an informed, financially literate member of society through a practical, hands-on learning experience.
Photography 10
In this course, you will learn about the art of photography from the basics to more advanced concepts. You will explore various image making techniques from using available light to creating your own lighting scenarios with off camera flash. Photography can be a rewarding hobby or an exciting career.
