2. Two Semesters:
Semester 1: September - January
Semester 2: February – June
Assessment Reporting Periods
per Semester:
1. Mid-term report card and Student Led
Conferences
2. Final report card
3. Five Periods Per Day
• Period 1: 8:55 - 10:00
• Period 2: 10:05 - 11:05
• Period 3: 11:10 - 12:10
• Lunch: 12:10 - 1:00
• Period 4: 1:05 - 2:05
• Period 5: 2:10 - 3:10
These are the current bell times we use but they may
change depending on next years school calendar.
4. Programs Offered
TMSS offers Three Programs
1. REGULAR PROGRAM
One Class = One Credit
Classes # 10 - Grade 10
Classes # 20 - Grade 11
Classes # 30 - Grade 12
7. GRADE TEN REQUIREMENTS
Ten Credits
• English Language Arts A 10
• English Language Arts B 10
• History 10
• Science 10
• Workplace and Apprenticeship Math 10
• Foundations/Pre-Calculus Math 10
• Wellness 10
• 3 Electives (at least one from the Arts Education
or Practical & Applied Arts section)
9. Workplace & Apprenticeship
Mathematics
• This pathway is designed for
students interested in
learning the mathematics
needed to enter most trades
or to enter the workforce
after high school.
• Note: Some technical school
programs that require study
in calculus will not accept this
pathway for admission.
10. Foundations of Mathematics
• This pathway is designed
for students who want to
attend a university, college,
or technical institute after
high school, but do not
need calculus skills.
• Students will study the
greatest variety of
mathematical topics in
these courses. This path
will fulfill most students'
needs.
11. Pre-Calculus
• This pathway is designed for
students who want to study
mathematics or sciences at a
university, college, or
technical institute and go on
to a related career.
• Pre-Calculus is for students
who plan to enter post-
secondary programs such as
engineering, mathematics,
sciences, some business
studies, or other programs
that require calculus.
12. MATH PROGRAM
Graduation Requirement
Compulsory Mathematics Courses
GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE
12
Foundations & Pre-Calculus 10 Foundations of Math 20
OR OR
Workplace & Apprenticeship Pre-Calculus 20
10 OR
Workplace & Apprenticeship 20
14. SOCIAL SCIENCES
Graduation Requirement
Compulsory Social Science Courses
GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12
History 10 History 20 History 30
OR OR
Psychology 20 Native Studies 30
OR
Psychology 30
OR
Law 30
15. WELLNESS &
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Graduation Requirement
Compulsory Health Education/Physical
Education Course
GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12
Wellness 10 OR Phys Ed 20 OR Phys Ed 30
16. SECONDARY SUBJECT SELECTION FORM 2013-2014 NAME:____________________________
Place an X in the box of the COMPULSORY classes you will be taking.
Number(1, 2, 3...) in order of preference the ELECTIVES you would like to take (include 2 alternate choices)
You may choose any grade level electives provided the pre-requisites have been met.
Grade 11 and 12 students, remember to circle the number of classes you want to take.
GRADE 10 -must choose 10 classes GRADE 11 - minimum 9 classes GRADE 12 - minimum 8 classes
COMPULSORY COMPULSORY COMPULSORY
English Language Arts A10 English Language Arts 20* English Language Arts A30*
English Language Arts B10 At least one of the following: English Language Arts B30*
Workplace & Apprenticeship 10 History 20* At least one of the following:
Foundations & Pre-Calculus 10 Law 30* History 30*
Science 10 Psychology 20* Native Studies 30*
Wellness 10 Psychology 30* ELECTIVES
History 10 At least one of the following: Science
ELECTIVES Biology 20* Biology 30*
Arts Education Chemistry 20* Chemistry 30*
Band 10 Computer Science 20* Computer Science 30*
Choral 10 Physics 20* Physics 30*
Visual Arts 10 At least one of the following: Math
Practical & Applied Arts Workplace & Apprenticeship 20* Workplace & Apprenticeship 30*
Accounting 10 Foundations of Math 20* Foundations of Math 30*
Career & Work Exp. 10/20 Pre-Calculus 20* Pre-Calculus 30*
Design Studies 10 ELECTIVES Calculus 30*
Food Studies 10 Language Arts Education
PAA 10A (Cosmo, Quilting) Creative Writing 20 Band 30*
PAA 10B (Ind. Arts) Journalism 20 Drama 30
Welding 10 Media Studies 20 Visual Arts 30*
Arts Education Practical & Applied Arts
*Requires a pre-requisite Band 20* Career & Work Exp. 30A&B
For subject descriptions with pre- Drama 20 Construction/Carpentry 30*
Visual Arts 20* Food Studies 30
requisites listed, refer to the Subject
Practical & Applied Arts Life Transition 30
Selection Guide. Accounting 20* Wildlife Management 30
Construction/Carpentry 20* Other
2 courses from Arts Education and/or Life T ransitions 20 Computer Animation 30*
Practical & Applied Arts are required PAA 20A (Commercial Cooking) Leadership 30
PAA 20B (Photo/21st Skills/Comm) Personal Finance 30
for graduation.
Welding 20* Physical Education 30
Other
T he selections made have been Computer Animation 20*
checked for pre-requisites. Outdoor Ed 20*(Bio20+PE20) I will be taking this many classes
Physical Education 20
____________________________ 8 9 10
Ms. C. Wright-Fulton Please circle one
To be completed by Parent/Guardian and Student - We understand that this application is used to staff and plan the
coming year. We agree with the school policy that students are expected to continue in the courses selected for each
semester. If a change in the course selected is necessary we will promptly notify the school at 873-2352.
____________________________________________ ________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature Student Signature
17. Three Year Planning Guide
A Recommended Strategy for Meeting Minimum Core Curriculum Requirements at Tisdale Middle &Secondary School
Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
Compulsory: Compulsory: Compulsory:
English 10 A English 20 English 30 A
English 10 B At least one of: English 30 B
Biology 20
History 10 At least one Canadian
Chemistry 20
Science 10 Computer Science 20 Studies:
Physics 20 History 30
Math Workplace/App. 10 Native Studies 30
Math Foundations 10 At least one of:
Math Workplace/App. 20
Wellness 10
Math Foundations 20
Math Pre-Calculus 20
At least one Social Science:
History 20
Law 30
Psychology 20
Psychology 30
.
At least two Arts Education or Practical & Applied Arts at the 10, 20 or 30 level:
Accounting, Band, Career & Work Exploration, Design Studies, Drama, Foods,
Life Transitions, PAA, Visual Art, Welding, Wildlife Management
Electives: Electives: Electives:
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Total minimum classes to take = 9 Total minimum classes to take = 8
Total minimum classes to take = 10
Grade 10 + 11 = 16 minimum to be (5 must be at 30 level)
promoted to grade 12. To graduate you must have 24 credits.
For detailed listing of electives please consult the Subject Selection Guide.
* Students planning to pursue a post-secondary education of any kind should consult with Student
Services to check program requirements before selecting their classes.
2013-14
18. Apprenticeship 20 or 30
• If you are employed in an apprenticeship trades
program, you can apply to participate in this
course. Students must work 100 hours in a
trade to receive this credit. There is a
possibility to acquire this class over the
summer. Applications for this course are made
at Student Services, to Ms. Wright-Fulton.
19. Saskatchewan Youth
Apprenticeship
Purpose:
1. To introduce apprenticeship and trade certification process
2. Create awareness of apprenticeship programs and opportunities
3. Make connections between high school programs and skilled trades
training
Entry Requirements:
Saskatchewan secondary students who are 15 years of age and meet one
of the following:
· Experience with part-time or seasonal employment
· Registered in a trade-related Practical and Applied Arts (PAA) course
· Register in Career and Work Exploration 10, 20 or 30
Benefits:
· Get a head start on career planning
· Record achievements for resumes and career portfolios
· Youth registering as an apprentice in a designated trade within three
years receive:
1. Waiver of registration fee ($150.)
2. Waiver of the first level of technical training tuition
3. 100 hours of trade time credit per SYA level completed
20. Choral 10
• This course is designed to provide an
atmosphere for the enjoyment, appreciation
and performance of all types of choral music.
The Choir will perform evening concerts as well
as other special events. Attendance at these
performances and dress rehearsals are a
course requirement. The choral program and
instruction are aligned to the Saskatchewan
Curriculum Guide and the 9 National
Standards for Music Education.
21. SECONDARY SUBJECT SELECTION FORM 2013-2014 NAME:____________________________
Place an X in the box of the COMPULSORY classes you will be taking.
Number(1, 2, 3...) in order of preference the ELECTIVES you would like to take (include 2 alternate choices)
You may choose any grade level electives provided the pre-requisites have been met.
Grade 11 and 12 students, remember to circle the number of classes you want to take.
GRADE 10 -must choose 10 classes GRADE 11 - minimum 9 classes GRADE 12 - minimum 8 classes
COMPULSORY COMPULSORY COMPULSORY
English Language Arts A10 English Language Arts 20* English Language Arts A30*
English Language Arts B10 At least one of the following: English Language Arts B30*
Workplace & Apprenticeship 10 History 20* At least one of the following:
Foundations & Pre-Calculus 10 Law 30* History 30*
Science 10 Psychology 20* Native Studies 30*
Wellness 10 Psychology 30* ELECTIVES
History 10 At least one of the following: Science
ELECTIVES Biology 20* Biology 30*
Arts Education Chemistry 20* Chemistry 30*
Band 10 Computer Science 20* Computer Science 30*
Choral 10 Physics 20* Physics 30*
Visual Arts 10 At least one of the following: Math
Practical & Applied Arts Workplace & Apprenticeship 20* Workplace & Apprenticeship 30*
Accounting 10 Foundations of Math 20* Foundations of Math 30*
Career & Work Exp. 10/20 Pre-Calculus 20* Pre-Calculus 30*
Design Studies 10 ELECTIVES Calculus 30*
Food Studies 10 Language Arts Education
PAA 10A (Cosmo, Quilting) Creative Writing 20 Band 30*
PAA 10B (Ind. Arts) Journalism 20 Drama 30
Welding 10 Media Studies 20 Visual Arts 30*
Arts Education Practical & Applied Arts
*Requires a pre-requisite Band 20* Career & Work Exp. 30A&B
For subject descriptions with pre- Drama 20 Construction/Carpentry 30*
Visual Arts 20* Food Studies 30
requisites listed, refer to the Subject
Practical & Applied Arts Life Transition 30
Selection Guide. Accounting 20* Wildlife Management 30
Construction/Carpentry 20* Other
2 courses from Arts Education and/or Life T ransitions 20 Computer Animation 30*
Practical & Applied Arts are required PAA 20A (Commercial Cooking) Leadership 30
PAA 20B (Photo/21st Skills/Comm) Personal Finance 30
for graduation.
Welding 20* Physical Education 30
Other
T he selections made have been Computer Animation 20*
checked for pre-requisites. Outdoor Ed 20*(Bio20+PE20) I will be taking this many classes
Physical Education 20
____________________________ 8 9 10
Ms. C. Wright-Fulton Please circle one
To be completed by Parent/Guardian and Student - We understand that this application is used to staff and plan the
coming year. We agree with the school policy that students are expected to continue in the courses selected for each
semester. If a change in the course selected is necessary we will promptly notify the school at 873-2352.
____________________________________________ ________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature Student Signature
22. Clubs and Activities
GET INVOLVED
Badminton Football
Basketball Golf (Spring and Fall)
Business Club In Motion
Chess Club Intramurals
Chums (Mentorship) Photography
Cross Country SIAST Robot Rumble
Curling Softball (sr. girls)
Drama SRC
Earth Adventures Track and Field
Envirothon Volleyball