Course Title: Comprehensive Arts

Course Code: ALC1O

Grade: 9

Course Type: Open

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: None

Course Description:

This course integrates three or more of the arts (dance, dramatic arts,music, visual arts) and examines the similarities and differences among these subjects. Students will learn specialized arts vocabulary while investigating traditional concepts, stylistic elements, and principles unique to the various arts, as well as applications of new technologies.

Course Title: Introduction to Business

Course Code: BBI1O/2O

Grade: 9

Course Type: Open

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: None

Course Description:

This course introduces students to the world of business. Students will develop an understanding of the functions of business, including accounting, marketing, information and communication technology, human resources, and production, and of the importance of ethics and social responsibility. This course builds a foundation for further studies in business and helps students develop the business knowledge and skills they will need in their everyday lives.

Course Title: Introduction to Business

Course Code: BTT1O/2O

Grade: 9

Course Type: Open

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: None

Course Description:

This course introduces students to information and communication technology in a business environment and builds a foundation of digital literacy skills necessary for success in a technologically driven society. Students will develop word processing, spreadsheet, database, desktop publishing, presentation software, and website design skills.Throughout the course, there is an emphasis on digital literacy, effective electronic research and communication skills, and current issues related to the impact of information and communication technology.

Course Title: Geography of Canada

Course Code: CGC1D

Grade: 9

Course Type: Academic

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: None

Course Description:

This course explores Canada’s distinct and changing character and the geographic systems and relationships that shape it. Students will investigate the interactions of natural and human systems within Canada, as well as Canada’s economic, cultural, and environmental connections to other countries. Students will use a variety of geotechnologies and inquiry and communication methods to analyse and evaluate geographic issues and present their findings.

Course Title: English

Course Code: ENG1P

Grade: 9

Course Type: Applied

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: None

Course Description:

This course is designed to develop the key oral communication, reading, writing, and media literacy skills students need for success in secondary school and daily life. Students will read, interpret, and create a variety of informational, literary, and graphic texts. An important focus will be on identifying and using appropriate strategies and processes to improve students’ comprehension of texts and to help them communicate clearly and effectively. The course is intended to prepare students for the Grade 10 applied English course, which leads to college, or workplace preparation courses in Grades 11 and 12.

Course Title: English

Course Code: ENG1D

Grade: 9

Course Type: Academic

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: None

Course Description:

This course is designed to develop the oral communication, reading, writing, and media literacy skills that students need for success in their secondary school academic programs and in their daily lives. Students will analyse literary texts from contemporary and historical periods, interpret informational and graphic texts, and create oral, written, and media texts in a variety of forms. An important focus will be on the use of strategies that contribute to effective communication. The course is intended to prepare students for the Grade 10 academic English course, which leads to university or college preparation courses in Grades 11 and 12.

Course Title: Healthy Living

Course Code: PPL1O

Grade: 9

Course Type: Open

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: None

Course Description:

This course emphasizes regular participation in a variety of enjoyable physical activities that promote lifelong healthy active living. Students will learn movement skills and principle ways to improve personal fitness and physical competence, and safety and injury prevention. They will investigate issues related to healthy sexuality and the use and abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs, and will participate in activities designed to develop goal-setting, communication, and social skills.

Course Title: Core French

Course Code: FSF1D

Grade: 9

Course Type: Academic

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: None

Course Description:

This course emphasizes the further development of oral communication, reading, and writing skills. Students will build on and apply their knowledge of French while exploring a variety of themes, such as relationships, social trends, and careers. Thematic readings, which include a selection of short stories, articles, and poems, will serve as stepping stones to oral and written activities.

Course Title: Foundations of Mathematics

Course Code: MFM1P

Grade: 9

Course Type: Applied

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: None

Course Description:

This course enables students to develop an understanding of mathematical concepts related to introductory algebra, proportional reasoning, and measurement and geometry through investigation, the effective use of technology, and hands-on activities. Students will investigate real-life examples to develop various representations of linear relations, and will determine the connections between the representations. They will also explore certain relationships that emerge from the measurement of three-dimensional figures and two-dimensional shapes. Students will consolidate their mathematical skills as they solve problems and communicate their thinking.

Course Title: Principles of Mathematics

Course Code: MPM1D

Grade: 9

Course Type: Academic

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: None

Course description:

This course enables students to develop an understanding of mathematical concepts related to algebra, analytic geometry, and measurement and geometry through investigation, the effective use of technology, and abstract reasoning. Students will investigate relationships, which they will then generalize as equations of lines, and will determine the connections between different representations of a linear relation. They will also explore relationships that emerge from the measurement of three-dimensional figures and two-dimensional shapes. Students will reason mathematically and communicate their thinking as they solve multi-step problems.

Course Title: Mathematics Transfer course

Course Code: MPM1H

Grade: 9

Course Type: Mix

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: None

Course Description:

This transfer course will provide students who have successfully completed Foundations of Mathematics, Grade 9, Applied with an opportunity to achieve the expectations not covered in that course but included in Principles of Mathematics, Grade 9, Academic. On successful completion of this transfer course, students may proceed to Principles of Mathematics, Grade 10, Academic (MPM 2D). This transfer course focuses on developing number sense and algebra, linear relations, analytic geometry, and measurement and geometry through investigation, the effective use of technology, and abstract reasoning. Students will reason mathematically, and communicate their thinking as they solve multi-step problems.

Course Title: Science

Course Code: SNC1P

Grade: 9

Course Type: Applied

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: None

Course Description:

This course enables students to develop their understanding of basic concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics, and to apply their knowledge of science to everyday situations. They are also given opportunities to develop practical skills related to scientific investigation. Students will plan and conduct investigations into practical problems and issues related to the impact of human activity on ecosystems; the structure and properties of elements and compounds; space exploration and the components of the universe; and static and current electricity.

Course Title: Science

Course Code: SNC1D

Grade: 9

Course Type: Academic

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: None

Course Description:

This course enables students to develop their understanding of basic concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics, and to relate science to technology, society, and the environment. Throughout the course, students will develop their skills in the processes of scientific investigation. Students will acquire an understanding of scientific theories and conduct investigations related to sustainable ecosystems; atomic and molecular structures and the properties of elements and compounds; the study of the universe and its properties and components; and the principles of electricity.