EFP 10 is a combination of Literary Studies and Writing
EFP Literary Studies 10 is designed for students who are interested in exploring First Peoples literature in a variety of contexts, genres, and media. This area of choice provides students with opportunities to explore personal and cultural identities, histories, stories, and connections to land/place. This course is grounded in the understanding of how texts are historically and culturally constructed. Students will work individually and collaboratively to broaden their understanding of themselves and the world.
EFP Writing 10 is designed for students who are interested in writing for a variety of purposes and contexts. This area of choice provides students with opportunities to become better writers through the exploration of personal and cultural identities, memories, stories, and connections to land/place. Within a supportive community, students will work individually and collaboratively to develop their writing skills and create coherent, purposeful, and engaging compositions. This course is grounded in the exploration and application of writing processes, inviting students to express themselves as they experiment with, reflect on, extend, and refine their writing.
This course builds on and extends previous learning experiences in English Language Arts courses. It is designed for all students and provides them with opportunities to:
- refine their ability to communicate effectively in a variety of contexts and to achieve their personal and career goals
- think critically and creatively about the uses of language
- explore texts from a variety of sources, in multiple modes, and that reflect diverse worldviews
- deepen their understanding of themselves and others in a changing world
- gain insight into the diverse factors that shape identity
- appreciate the importance of self-representation through text
- contribute to Reconciliation by building greater understanding of the knowledge and perspectives of First Peoples
- expand their understanding of what it means to be educated Canadian and global citizens
English First Peoples 12 builds upon and extends students’ previous learning experiences in ELA and EFP 10 and 11 courses.
The course is grounded in the First Peoples Principles of Learning. It is designed for all students, Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal, who are interested in delving deeply into First Peoples’ oral and written literature and visual texts in a range of media.
The course focuses on the experiences, values, beliefs, and lived realities of First Peoples as evidenced in various forms of text, including oral story, poetry, song, performance, film, and prose. A key feature of the course is its focus on authentic First Peoples voices (i.e., historical or contemporary texts created by or with First Peoples).
In this course, students will explore big ideas while developing their communication skills in a range of forms from short stories to graphic novels and analytical writing.
The curriculum guide for this course can be viewed by clicking on the link: English Language Arts 9
Creative Writing 11 is designed for students who are interested in developing confidence and refining their writing skills through self-expression for various creative purposes.
The course provides students with in-depth opportunities to explore personal and cultural identities, memories, and stories in a wide range of genres. Students will strengthen their skills through writing and design processes.
Creative Writing 11 is grounded in the exploration and application of writing processes, inviting students to express themselves creatively as they reflect on, adjust, and extend their writing skills.
New Media 11 recognizes that digital literacy is an essential characteristic of the educated citizen.
The course is designed to reflect the changing role of technology today and the increasing importance of digital media in communicating effectively and exchanging ideas. Coursework is aimed at providing students with a set of skills vital for success in an increasingly complex digital world, by affording numerous opportunities to demonstrate understanding and communicate increasingly sophisticated ideas through a wide variety of digital and print media.
New Media 11 meets the criteria for Language Arts 11 and will prepare students for their required English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12 course.
“English Language Arts is a foundational curriculum that equips students with the language and literacy skills they will need for success in school, community, career, and life.
It provides students with the opportunity to become effective communicators, to develop and express their own ideas, and to think deeply and critically about the ideas of others.”
In this course, students will explore economic, political, environmental, and social big ideas that changed the world in in 1750-1914. Students will develop their historical thinking skills through the completion of a variety of assignments and projects.
The curriculum guide for this course can be viewed by clicking on the link: Social Studies 9