AGENDA               
   General Course Selection Information
   Who am I?:
   - Pathway information
   What are my opportunities?:
   - Post-secondary pathway planning 
   - What to expect 2016/2017
   - Exploring Resources
   Who do I want to become?:
   - Goal-setting (academic achievement, volunteer, work    experience, 
   personal and family expectations)
   What is my plan for achieving my goals?:
   - Knowledge is key 
   - Attending information sessions (post-secondary,  scholarships,    
   guidance area)
   - Graduation Requirements
            “puts students at the centre of their own learning.  Students are 
          encouraged to discover themselves, explore opportunities, pursue            NEW 
            their passions and design their personal pathways to success...It         EDUCATIO
          takes the whole education community (educators, administrators, 
                students and parents), as well as the broader community to            N AND 
                                          support students in this learning”          CAREER/
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              WHO AM I?
    Reflect on who you are: your profile…. interests, 
   experiences, intelligences, accomplishments, student 
   achievement.
    Where do you see the best fit for you following 
   secondary school?
    Which pathway or pathways interest you?
        APPRENTICESHIP BOUND?
   Why Choose an Apprenticeship?
   • You are interested in hands on learning (85% on the job 
    training, 15% school).
   • Earn as you learn.
   • Jobs in the skilled trades pay well, are interesting, mobile 
    and in demand.
   How do I get there?
   • Minimum grade 12 education is recommended with a 
    strong foundation in math, sciences and communications.
   • Students need to find an employer to hire them and 
    register with MTCU.
   • Consider co-op/OYAP opportunities.
   • Pre-apprenticeship programs available at college (gain 
    valuable skills to prepare for apprenticeship).
             COLLEGE BOUND?
   Why choose College?
   • You enjoy practical, hands on experiences.
   • Career-focused, 1 to 4 year programs (certificates, diplomas, 
    degrees). 
   • You learn best when you can put theory into practice.
   • Smaller class sizes and a personal approach.
   How do I get there?
   • Students require their OSSD. 
   • Must have ENG4CI or ENG4UI plus any other program specific 
    requirements (ie. math, sciences, additional senior courses at 
    college level or higher). Degrees require university 
    requirements.
   • Check out www.ontariocolleges.ca for program information.
   • Students apply electronically by Feb. 1st of their grade 12 year.