Typical Grade 10 Year Plan
| Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| Composition 10 | 2 |
| English 10 (Choice 2) | 2 |
| Social Studies 10 | 4 |
| Science 10 | 4 |
| Mathematics 10 (Choice) | 4 |
| Career-Life Education A | 2 |
| Physical and Health Education 10 | 4 |
| Elective (Choice 1) | 4 |
| Elective (Choice 2) | 4 |
In Grade 10, students must take two 2-credit Language Arts courses. One of these courses must be Composition 10. Pathways offers the following choices.
Individualization and adjustments of courses is available. Other Ministry approved courses can be offered. Inquire with specific requests.
| Course Name |
Description |
| Composition 10 |
In this course students create coherent, purposeful compositions. Students will be encouraged to develop their abilities through the processes of drafting, reflecting, and revising. Students will read and study compositions by other writers and consider a variety of styles as models for the development of their writing. The course builds students’ writing abilities by introducing them to varied structures, forms, and styles of compositions. |
| Creative Writing 10 |
This course is designed for students who have an interest in creative expression through language. The course provides students opportunities to build their writing skills through the exploration of creative writing in a range of genres. Teachers will support students as they develop their skills through writing and the design processes, inviting them to express themselves creatively and experiment with, reflect on and assess their compositions. Students will explore a variety of different creative forms and writing processes. |
| Literary Studies 10 |
This course is designed for students who are interested in the literature of a particular era, geographical area, or theme, or in the study of literature in general. The course allows students to delve more deeply into literature as they explore specific themes, periods, authors, or areas of the world through literary works in a variety of media. Teachers will guide students in finding their focus and resources to support their learning. |
| New Media 10 |
This course allows students to study English composition from the perspective contemporary technologies such as websites, blogs, and social media. |
| Spoken Language 10 |
Spoken Language 10 allows students to study English composition from the perspective of spoken compositions such songs, speeches, and oral history. |
In this course, students can select from a wide variety of resources to explore Canada and the World from 1919 to the present. Students will inquire, assess, compare, explain and make judgements in response to the content they explore. Teachers will work with students to craft meaningful tasks in which to develop, reflect on and demonstrate their learning.
Individualization and adjustments of courses is available. Inquire with specific requests.
Science 10 is a survey course exploring topics in Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Earth Science. Students can select from a wide variety of resources to explore Science 10 topics and will be encouraged to develop experimentation skills and scientific literacy through lab activities and communication of their results.
| Course Name | Description |
| Foundations of Mathematics & Pre-Calculus 10 | Students will learn the foundational skills for mainstream and upper level math courses. |
| Workplace Mathematics 10 | Students will learn fundamental, workplace focused math skills. This course will not prepare student for mainstream or upper level math courses. |
Students in this course can select from a variety of physical activity pursuits that accommodate their interests and abilities. Additionally student will complete written or verbal theory assignments to share their learning on health and fitness related topics. Students will explore goal setting, making choices for healthy emotional, mental and physical well-being, and pursuit of personal fitness.
This course will provide the student with an opportunity to pursue purposeful career-life development through meaningful, continuous career-life exploration and preparation. Students will contemplate possibilities for education, work-related, and personal life contexts. Students will gather evidence of personal growth in competencies, set learning goals based on needs and interests, and pursue relevant next steps toward preferred futures. Ongoing guidance from the teacher will assists in this personally meaningful career-life development process.
Cross-Arts
| Course Name |
Description |
| Media Arts 10 |
In this individualized course students will pursue their personal interests and share traditions, perspectives, or stories through art. Students taking this course will explore the process of creating media art from image-making technology such as cameras, props, and lighting, while exploring their identity. Resources will be carefully selected to meet the students needs and goals. |
| Musical Theatre 10 |
In this individualized course students will pursue their personal dramatic interests while participating in a musical theatre group. Resources will be carefully selected to meet the students needs and goals. Student taking this course must be involved in a local musical theatre and will explore the roles of performers, crew, and audiences. |
Dance
| Course Name |
Description |
| Dance Company 10 |
In this individualized course students will pursue their personal interests while participating in a dance company. They will explore rehearsal and performance processes while exploring how choreographic works to communicate ideas. Resources will be carefully selected to meet the students needs and goals. Students taking this course must be involved in a local dance company. |
| Dance Foundations 10 |
In this individualized course students will pursue their personal interests while growing as a dancer and choreographer. They will explore how the body is an instrument for artistic expression in dance. Resources will be carefully selected to meet the students needs and goals. Students taking this course must be involved in third-party lessons. |
Drama
| Course Name |
Description |
| Drama 10 |
In this individualized course students will pursue their personal interests while exploring and creating dramatic works to express ideas and emotions. Resources will be carefully selected to meet the students needs and goals. Students taking this course must actively participate in a drama production. |
| Theatre Company 10 |
In this individualized course students will pursue their personal dramatic interests while participating in a theatre group. They will explore the process and production of live theatre. Resources will be carefully selected to meet the students needs and goals. Student taking this course must be involved in a local theatre company. |
Music
| Course Name |
Description |
| Choral Music 10 |
Students in this course can select from a variety of choral music activities that accommodate their interests and abilities. Additionally students will complete written or verbal theory assignments to share their learning on music-related topics. Students in this course should be involved in local choral music and are expected to participate in performances. |
| Musical Theatre 10 |
Students in this course can select from a variety of instrumental music activities that accommodate their interests and abilities. Additionally student will complete written or verbal theory assignments to share their learning on music-related topics. Students in this course are expected to participate in performances. |
Visual Arts
| Course Name |
Description |
| Art Studio 10 |
In this individualized course students will pursue their personal artistic interests using sensory inspiration, imagination, and inquiry. Resources will be carefully selected to meet the students needs and goals. Student taking this course will learn the principles of design and use a variety of visual image-making technology. |
| Photography 10 |
In this individualized course students will pursue their personal dramatic interests while participating in a musical theatre group. Resources will be carefully selected to meet the students needs and goals. Student taking this course must be involved in a local musical theatre and will explore the roles of performers, crew, and audiences. |
| Studio Arts 2D 10 |
Students in this course will select a variety of 2D artistic pursuits (drawing, painting, ink printing, etc) to explore that accommodate their interests and abilities. Students taking this course will learn the principles of design and will transform ideas and experiences into visual images. Student will complete theory assignments to share their learning on art related topics. Resources and third-party lessons will be will be carefully selected to meet the students needs and course goals. |
Business
| Course Name |
Description |
| Entrepreneurship and Marketing 10 |
In this course students will conceive a viable business idea, evaluate if it is financially reasonable, and explore the process of successfully running their business. Throughout the course students will reflect on, evaluate, and adjust their plan accordingly, recognizing that patience and perseverance are required as they plan their business. |
Home Economics
| Course Name |
Description |
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Culinary Arts 10 (A, B, C) |
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| Family & Society 10 |
In this individualized course students will pursue their personal interests while learning how to create services that address social challenges. Resources will be carefully selected to meet the students needs and goals. Students taking this course will explore the role of children in families and society. |
| Food Studies 10 |
In this individualized course students will pursue their personal interests while exploring meal design and elements of meal preparation. Resources will be carefully selected to meet the students needs and goals. Students taking this course will consider how consumer needs affect food production and preparation. |
| Textiles 10 |
In this individualized course students will pursue their personal design interests using various construction techniques for producing or repairing textile items. Resources will be carefully selected to meet the students needs and goals. Student taking this course will explore the principles of design and traditional knowledge. |
Info & Communication Technology
| Course Name |
Description |
| Computer Studies 10 |
In this course students will master a range of introductory topics. This course assumes minimal computer-usage skills (e.g., basic keyboarding, mouse, and operating system navigation skills). Students will learn the basics of a wide-range of topics related to computers and information technology. The course material is designed to appeal to a variety of students, from traditional learners who thrive on written text to audio-visual students who enjoy a multi-media format. |
| Media Design 10 |
In this individualized course students will pursue their personal media design interests, selecting a media technology of interest. Resources will be carefully selected to meet the students needs and goals. Student taking this course will consider how social, ethical, and sustainability considerations impact design choices. |
| Web Development 10 |
In this course students will master a range of introductory web-development concepts. This course assumes no prior web-development experience. Students will develop a working knowledge of web development. They will build two fun, high-quality websites with professional features. Students will also have an opportunity to create their own unique projects throughout the course. They will get the opportunity to experience all phases of a project life cycle, including requirements, design, implementation, and testing. |
Technology Education
| Course Name |
Description |
| Metalwork 10 |
Students will learn the basics of working safely with metal projects. They will learn the various tools and techniques required to create projects out of metal. |
| Power Technology 10 |
Students will learn maintenance practices required to maintain power equipment in everyday situations. This course covers tools and safety, history of engines, small engine fundamentals, and more.
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| Woodwork 10 |
Students will develop a strong woodworking foundation and build a variety of new skills.
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Visual Arts
| Course Name |
Description |
| Art Studio 10 |
In this individualized course students will pursue their personal artistic interests using sensory inspiration, imagination, and inquiry. Resources will be carefully selected to meet the students needs and goals. Student taking this course will learn the principles of design and use a variety of visual image-making technology. |
| Photography 10 |
In this individualized course students will pursue their personal dramatic interests while participating in a musical theatre group. Resources will be carefully selected to meet the students needs and goals. Student taking this course must be involved in a local musical theatre and will explore the roles of performers, crew, and audiences. |
| Studio Arts 2D 10 |
Students in this course will select a variety of 2D artistic pursuits (drawing, painting, ink printing, etc) to explore that accommodate their interests and abilities. Students taking this course will learn the principles of design and will transform ideas and experiences into visual images. Student will complete theory assignments to share their learning on art related topics. Resources and third-party lessons will be will be carefully selected to meet the students needs and course goals. |
Second language courses at the Grade 10 level are customized around a backbone program selected in collaboration with our Language specialist.
Combined with projects that promote interaction with authentic texts and cultural knowledge based on the student's interest and language goals, students will develop an appreciation for the language and culture while learning to speak, read, write, and and understand with early fluency in their chosen language.
Aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning, by the end of this course students will be able to communicate and understand at an early to mid A1 Level.
Currently, we offer Core French 10 and Français langue seconde-immersion 10. For all other second languages, students are encouraged to cross-enroll with another school for their desired language course.