WELCOME TO OAKRIDGE SECONDARY SCHOOL Grade 8 Information

WELCOME TO OAKRIDGE SECONDARY SCHOOL Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

We Are School Spirit Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

Administration Team Mr. M. Phillips Principal Mrs. L. Denning Vice Principal Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

TVDSB OPERATIONAL PLAN Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

TVDSB OPERATIONAL PLAN Objectives • Improve student achievement in math scores • Improve the five year graduation rate • Enhance Communication and Engagement Within Our TVDSB Community • Create Secondary Learning Experiences and Environments that are Engaging, Inclusive and Relevant • Create Equitable and Inclusive Learning and Work Environments for Students and Staff to Achieve Success Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

• Instructional Practice • Learning Experience Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

• Promotes curiosity, questioning and creativity. Over memorization & rote learning • Fosters engagement and autonomy. Over compliance and reliance • Provides adaptive and flexible classroom experiences. Over fixed assignments and tasks • Emphasizes collaboration. Over solitary learning experiences • Differentiates for inclusion. Over organizing for efficiency • Focuses on big ideas and concepts. Over specific expectations • Values ongoing descriptive feedback. Over marks, categories, and reports • Inspires integrated, interdisciplinary learning experiences. Over single-subject approaches • Encourages inquiry-based learning connected to real-world settings. Over lessons in isolation Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

GLOBALLY COMPETENT STUDENT LEARNING • Critical Thinking / Problem Solving • Innovation / Creativity • Self-Directed Learning • Collaboration • Communication • Global Citizenship Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

How 'the Art of Math' is raising grades and eyebrows The bundled program is the first of its kind in Ontario and could help teach math in new ways. By Colin Butler, CBC News, Nov. 13. 17 "Basically what we're trying to encourage is a deeper understanding of both disciplines and encourage students to realize that in the real world, nothing happens in isolation and how you can find different connections between different things, for example art and math, " Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

Grade 10 English Through a Canadian historical lens. Two subjects, one course: ENGLISH provides the depth to the study of history and HISTORY provides the context to the study of English. Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

Oakridge Music --- AND BEYOND! Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

Exploring Geography via Social Media Students are given the opportunity to ask relevant questions, develop an inquiry for learning, and pose significant solutions. Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

CANDIDATE SCHOOL for the INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE – DIPLOMA PROGRAMME An IB education: • focuses on the learner as inquirers, thinker and communicator • develops higher-order thinking approaches to teaching and learning • works within a global context • Is rigorous and highly academic More information about how students can be a part of this program will be available in the library during your tour. Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

A Tradition of Excellence for 59 Years • • • Over 85% pass rate at level 3 or 4 for the grade 10 literacy test (OSSLT). This is above the provincial average of 79%. Over an 82% pass rate (at level 3 or 4) on the academic grade 9 math EQAO test. Over a 58% pass rate (at level 3 or 4) on the applied grade 9 math EQAO test. Compared the provincial average of 45% A five year graduation rate of over 96%. A four year graduation rate of over 77% AMAZING arts program from visual, musical, dramatic, to DANCE SHOW!!! Oakridge students are actively involved in over 50 extra curricular clubs and sports teams. Candidate School for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Two Specialized High Skills Major (SHSM) programs in Business and Health and Wellness. Thriving Co-op program with placements in areas such as dentistry, medicine, research labs, hospitality, electrical, and MORE! Gifted enriched programming which includes course offerings, conferences, and tailored enriched opportunities. Our student are leaders and our staff is dedicated. We hope you see yourself as an Oak!

Our Curriculum Leaders Art Business Co-op Drama/Dance English Technology History Library Math Moderns Ms. Briscoe Mr. Scarpelli Ms. Mc. Intosh Mr. Bernard Ms. Demko Mr. Cushing Mr. Mc. Niff Ms. Teevan Mr. Lacika Ms. Ramsden Music Ms. Wales Phys. Ed. Mr. Gonser Social Sciences Ms. Fryer Science Mr. Goddard Geography Mr. Letsos Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

Student Services Guidance Mr. Kunder (A-H) Mr. Michailidis (I-R) Ms. Favento (S-Z) Learning Services Mr. Gauld (A-R) Mrs. Basso (S-Z), Gifted & ELL Lead Student Achievement Lead er Student Success Mrs. Van Kesteren Mr. Harris Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

Class of 2023!!! Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

18 Compulsory 4 English 1 French 3 Math 2 Science 1 Canadian History (gr. 10) 1 Canadian Geography (gr. 9) 1 Health and Physical Education 1 of Visual Art, Drama/Dance, or Music 0. 5 Civics (gr. 10) 0. 5 Careers (gr. 10) 1 additional credit in English, or French as a second language, or a Native language or a classical or an international language, or social sciences and the humanities, or Canadian and world studies, or guidance and career education, or cooperative education. 1 additional credit in health and physical education, or the arts, or business studies, or French as a second language or cooperative education. 1 additional credit in science (Senior), or technological education, or French as a second language, or computer studies, or cooperative education. Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

Art Business Dance and Drama Individual and Family Living Learning Strategies (GLE/GLS) Music (Instrumental/Vocal) Technology Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

Academic Level Go beyond the essential concepts and have an emphasis on theory as well as practical applications. Applied Level Focus on essential concepts with an emphasis on practical application. Locally Developed Focus on daily living needs. Gifted, Bright & Talented Extension of skills beyond academic. Open Courses Appropriate for all students. Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

In & Out of Area Registration Packages Deadline FEBRUARY 15, 2019 Out-of-Area packages are available in the cafeteria. Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

The Gr. 9 & Graduate Perspectives Tia D. Alex D. Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

HIGH SCHOOL, HERE I COME FREE Program for Grade 8 Students August 19 - 22 9 am – 12: 30 Supports students as they transition into high school. TOPICS INCLUDE Day-to-Day Responsibilities Academic Expectations Study Skills Organization Community Building Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019

REMINDERS • Out-of- Area Registration Packages are in the cafeteria. • School Tours: Staff are ready to meet you and answer any questions you may have. Refer to agenda found in the front of your folders. Grade 8 Information Gala Jan. 10, 2019