This course prepares students to use English with increasing fluency and accuracy in classroom and social situations and to participate in Canadian society as informed citizens. Students will develop the oral-presentation, reading, and writing skills required for success in all school subjects. They will extend listening and speaking skills through participation in discussions and seminars; study and interpret a variety of grade-level texts; write narratives, articles, and summaries in English; and respond critically to a variety of print and media texts.

Prerequisite: None, but a diagnostic assessment will be performed to ensure that students are placed in the appropriate level.

Credits: 1.0

This course provides students with the skills and strategies they need to make the transition to college and university preparation courses in English and other secondary school disciplines. Students will be encouraged to develop independence in a range of academic tasks. They will participate in debates and lead classroom workshops; read and interpret literary works and academic texts; write essays, narratives, and reports; and apply a range of learning strategies and research skills effectively. Students will further develop their ability to respond critically to print and media texts.

Prerequisite: None, but a diagnostic assessment will be performed to ensure that students are placed in the appropriate level.

Credits: 1.0

This course will facilitate the enriched understanding of our role in environmental stewardship and sustainable ecosystems. You will develop important laboratory skills while learning about atomic and molecular structures and the properties of elements and compounds. As well, independent research skills are honed in the study of the universe and its properties and components. The principles of electricity will be explored when you design and conduct scientific investigations as well as analysis of our energy consumption. Throughout the year you will make connections to current technology as well as societal and environmental issues.

Prerequisite: None

Credits: 1.0

This course examines interrelationships within and between Canada’s natural and human systems and how these systems interconnect with those in other parts of the world. Students will explore environmental, economic, and social geographic issues relating to topics such as transportation options, energy choices, and urban development. Students will apply the concepts of geographic thinking and the geographic inquiry process, including spatial technologies, to investigate various geographic issues and to develop possible  approaches for making Canada a more sustainable place in which to live.

Prerequisite: None

Credits: 1.0

This course explores social, economic, and political developments and events and their impact on the lives of different individuals, groups, and communities, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals and communities, in Canada since 1914. Students will examine the role of conflict and cooperation in Canadian society, Canada’s evolving role within the global community, and the impact of various individuals, organizations, and events on identities, citizenship, and heritage in Canada. Students will develop an understanding of some of the political developments and government policies that  have had a lasting impact on First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals and communities. They will develop their ability to apply the concepts of historical thinking and the  historical inquiry process, including the interpretation and analysis of evidence, when  investigating key issues and events in Canadian history since 1914. 

Prerequisite: None

Credits: 1.0

In this course you will extend your knowledge of linear relations from Grade 9 by exploring the interaction of two lines simultaneously on a Cartesian grid. You will also explore a new relation called a quadratic that shows up as a parabolic curve when graphed. You will solve real-life applications that center around parabolas and use graphing software to help you transform these curves. Trigonometry will also be introduced which explores the relationship between the side lengths and angles of triangles. Finally, you will confirm the properties of geometric figures learned in Grade 9 by using technology and your new algebra skills. The course will be taught using a variety of methods including video instruction, group learning, graphing software, collaborative problem solving and traditional teaching. This will allow you to develop your mathematics skills in a way that best suits your learning style and needs and will help you to communicate more effectively in mathematics.

Prerequisite: Grade 9 Mathematics, MTH1W

Credits: 1.0

Building on the skills developed in the Grade 10 English course, ENG3U pushes you to apply your creative and critical thinking abilities to more challenging literary texts. The overarching questions we will explore in our course are: In what ways are texts (in the broadest sense) the lens through which we see and interact with the world around us? How are texts a study of humanity and its representation of itself? What are the cultural and aesthetic impacts of texts and how do we critically evaluate them? How can we create texts that are reflective of our learnings while being personal and meaningful to ourselves? As we critically read a variety of novels, poetry, short stories, memoirs and even “comedic” plays from various periods, countries and cultures, you will apply the lens of critical theory, focusing on specific themes, character development and writing style. As we move through the course, we will consider the fact that literacy is about more than reading and writing — it is about how we communicate in society. It is about relationships, knowledge, language and culture. When we learn how to communicate, to read, listen, view, speak, write and represent effectively, we can make meaningful connections to ourselves and the world around us. Broadly, we will be empowered to critically interpret, question, assess and evaluate language in order to reach our fullest potential as human beings and to become responsible citizens of the world.

Prerequisite: Grade 10 English, ENG2D

Credits: 1.0

In this course you will learn the highly important mathematical concept of the function by extending your experiences with linear and quadratic relations through real-world applications and algebraic manipulations. You will investigate the properties, the differences, and the similarities of discrete and continuous functions, which includes key functions such as trigonometric functions and the exponential function. A keen emphasis will include students learning the different representations of functions: numerically, algebraically and graphically. You will have the opportunity to solve problems involving applications of functions, including completing projects. Investigations into inverse functions using the different representations will develop your facility in determining equivalent algebraic expressions. Finally, you will reason mathematically and communicate your thinking as you solve multi-step problems that permit you to demonstrate your understanding in multiple ways.

Prerequisite: Grade 10 Principles of Mathematics, MPM2D

Credits: 1.0

This course builds upon your knowledge of functions from Grade 11 Mathematics. Properties of polynomial, rational, trigonometric and exponential functions are broadened from previous courses. Logarithmic functions are introduced. Students also explore the combination of functions. Finally, you will begin to investigate rates of change, a building block for Calculus. You will be expected to demonstrate your understanding of all concepts graphically, algebraically, in words and using technology (using a graphing calculator and/or computer software). If you take this course, you will either use it as a prerequisite for Calculus & Vectors or to further your knowledge of functions before proceeding to one of many university

Programs.

Prerequisite: Grade 11 Functions, MCR3U

Credits: 1.0

This course focuses on the development of leadership skills used in managing a successful business. Students will analyze the role of a leader in business, with a focus on decision making, management of group dynamics,workplace stress and conflict, motivation of employees, and planning. Effective business communication skills, ethics, and social responsibility are also emphasized. 

Prerequisite: None

Credits: 1.0