Building on the foundation from Career Education Grade 8, Career Education Grade 9 enables students to learn more about themselves, cultivate life skills and fulfill their individual purpose and passion, to make plans for further education and future careers

Learn to compute with TLA’s Head of Technology, Mr. Hewlett, and your very own Raspberry Pi (latest version)! This course guides students through the basics of computing, from hardware to programming to real-world applications, using a flexible project-based approach focused on the Raspberry Pi computing platform. This approach ensures a solid foundation, while allowing students to engage with computing at multiple grade-levels (Grades 8-10), skill-levels (beginner through intermediate), and interests (software development, web-design, robotics, and the Internet of Things).

An interest in technology, the creativity to invent/explore Pi-tech projects, a willingness to invest whatever time and resources are necessary to develop those projects are all that is needed for this course.

A synchronous online option is available to out-of-towners using video-conferencing and other remote-presence technologies.

Computer Technology 9 is a theme-based course where you learn to prototype ideas then design, create, test and share digital creations with your community. The goal is to give you opportunities to explore new technology topics and build mastery in existing skills. The course uses videos, readings, presentations, and independent research to gather information. Parents should be willing to read through assignments when a student is confused and engage in the problem-solving process as well as assist the student with time management and responding to teacher emails.

Students will use the creative process to develop performance skills and confidence. Collaboratively, students will work on and develop improvisational games, short monologues, and scenes. In June students share and demonstrate their learning performing in the TLA One Act Play Festival.

English 9 is a hands on course that allows students to develop their skills in writing and comprehension. This course will focus particularly on grammar, paragraph writing, essay writing and novel studies.

This class will provide students with the opportunity to explore all four strands of fine arts: music, visual art, drama, and dance.  The focus will be on introducing students to the works of famous artists, creating artistic works both collaboratively and individually using ideas inspired by those artists as well as by experimentation and imagination. Students will learn the basics of rhythm, music notation, and vocal production.

In drama, we will play games that build confidence, explore emotions, and stretch the imagination. For dance, students will learn cultural dances from around the world, exploring the relationship between place and culture as well as between dance and music. Students will collaborate with one another, participating in games and activities aimed and learn the joy of taking creative risks within a safe and supported environment.

Foods Studies 9 will give students the opportunity to learn how to plan and prepare healthy and delicious meals. Students will learn how to read recipes, prepare simple foods from scratch using a variety of techniques and tools, and learn to make nutritious choices when eating and cooking. The course will also require students to think critically about where their food comes from and the importance of food sustainability. Students will be encouraged to personalize the recipes to their needs and family circumstances. 

Although this is an Online course much of the work will naturally be taking place in your kitchen and under parent supervision. Students are expected to do all the prep work, cooking, and clean up themselves. However, parents should feel free to offer them advice and guidance. Many of the cooking labs have a self-assessment and parent (or another supervising adult)-assessment.

Level: Basic to Intermediate

Students will learn about concepts related to travel, past/future activities, friend/social life, dining, and vacation. Students spend about 60% of their time in Rosetta Stone, our “textbook”, working on grammar lessons, practicing those lessons by reading and recording stories, playing games and engaging in live tutoring sessions with native speakers. The rest of the course is comprised of teacher-created written, grammar and speaking assignments along with monthly virtual classes with the class to practice speaking skills. It is recommended that the parent help the student create a realistic weekly schedule that allows for the timely completion of the course. 30-minute segments four-five times per week would be ideal.

German 9 engages students in learning topics about travel, past & future, friends & social life, and dining & vacation, using the newest version of Rosetta Stone called TOTALe as its textbook. It includes grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, speaking and pronunciation exercises. Practice activities and live tutoring sessions with German native speakers reinforce the learning. Additionally, the teacher supplements the program with speaking and writing assignments, exposure to German culture, and regular class meetings to provide students with practical application and grammar help.

Using the text “The Big Six” and the Historical Thinking Project website as a starting point, students will:

• Establish historical significance
• Use primary source evidence
• Identify continuity and change
• Analyze cause and consequence
• Take historical perspectives, and
• Understand the ethical dimension of historical interpretations

Further, studies will involve “Lord of the Rings” tying the social studies together with strong reading and writing instruction in a class setting.

For 2019: Wednesdays 9:00 to 12:00 Grades 7-9 at Kelowna Christian Reformed Church, 239 Snowsell Street. 25 student capacity.

We explore 1750-1919, with much of the course dedicated to the Confederation of Canada. While we focus on Social Studies themes, English elements are woven seamlessly throughout the course, allowing students to receive credit for both subjects. Students will explore information through a variety of formats including informational readings, videos, recorded tutorials, virtual classes, and independent research. Additionally, they will be encouraged to present their learning in unique ways such as written assignments, speeches, videos, and project presentations. Students should be comfortable using digital tools such as Word, PowerPoint, and completing independent online research, although they will be supported in the development of new skills.

While a recommended schedule is provided, it will be up to the student, with the support of their teacher and parents, to ensure successful completion of all course materials before the end of June. Additionally, it is expected all students will actively participate through forum post discussions, group projects, monthly virtual classes, and weekly contact with their teacher who will provide encouragement and guidance.

Humanities 9 blends literature, language, and history into a single, exciting learning experience that covers the outcomes for both English and Social Studies.

Because this class is a humanities class, Socials and English are woven together, sometimes seamlessly. Thus at all times, grammar, punctuation, word usage, language, and description are marked. Spelling ALWAYS counts. As the year progresses you need to show a clear understanding of big Socials concepts (settlement patterns, economy and trade, and human rights), as well as crucial Language Arts aspects (thesis statements, paragraph structure, dress ups, essay format, language usage).

Our year consists of three terms, each with an average of 9 classes. It will be a push to cover the entire curriculum, and thus there will be video/reading/writing homework assigned for weeks when we are not in class. If homework is done and completed when assigned and due, this will be a very successful year for you!

As well, this course runs in a FLIPPED classroom model. This means that much of your research will be done at home, through readings, short videos or podcasts, and your group work and assignments will be worked on in class.

Math 9 aims to reinforce the main goals of mathematics education: using mathematics confidently to solve problems, using mathematics to better understand the world around us, communicating and reasoning mathematically, appreciating and valuing mathematics, making connections between mathematics and its applications, committing themselves to lifelong learning, becoming mathematically literate and using mathematics to participate in, and contribute to, society. It will do so while increasing proficiency in algebra (solving equations and polynomials), graphing lines, as well delving into other core topics like financial literacy. Students will be asked to make their way through a workbook, along with online instructions and assignments. Parents would be administering the unit tests, and would be expected to stay informed as to their child’s progress.

Music Online is an introductory course that offers students the opportunity to explore music in a variety of forms.  Students will work with an experienced teacher and musician to learn the basics of music theory including rhythm and notation, music vocabulary, and musical form.  Through listening and responding to music from a variety of eras and cultures, students will develop an appreciation for diverse cultures, time and places. Students will have the opportunity to learn an instrument through online lessons with Digital Music Services (DMS) or to integrate their private music lessons with this course.  Students should expect to spend an hour a week on course requirements, not including practice time on their chosen instrument.

Level: Basic

Earn credit while working toward a healthier lifestyle! The backbone of PHE9 is the structure and support of weekly logs. The goal is to help you remain accountable to a lifestyle of physical activity. In the meanwhile, you’ll learn from important, complementary lessons on nutrition, emotional health and safe practices while exercising. Parents will have the opportunity to “tailor” their involvement as preferred.

Earn credit while working toward a healthier lifestyle! Along with your in-class physical activity, the backbone of PHE9 is the structure and support of weekly logs. The goal is to help you remain accountable to a lifestyle of physical activity. In the meanwhile, you’ll learn from important, complementary lessons on nutrition, emotional health and safe practices while exercising.

The purpose of Science 9 is to build on previous science courses and further explore the world in which we live in order to better understand and gain an appreciation for it. This is a general science course that samples various branches of science. Parents should expect to help their child organize their time and encourage them to contact the teacher whenever they have any questions.

In this course, students will learn about concepts related to travel, past/future activities, friend/social life, dining, and vacation. Students spend about 60% of their time in Rosetta Stone, our “textbook”, working on grammar lessons, practicing those lessons by reading and recording stories, playing games and engaging in live tutoring sessions with native speakers. The rest of the course is comprised of teacher-created written, grammar and speaking assignments along with monthly virtual classes with the class to practice speaking skills. It is recommended that the parent help the student create a realistic weekly schedule that allows for the timely completion of the course. 30-minute segments four-five times per week would be ideal.

For Science 9, students will learn about electricity, cellular reproduction, periodic table, and naming/formulas for ionic/covalent compounds. For Math 9 students will learn about rational numbers, exponent rules, polynomials, linear equations, and solving multi-step equations. For ADST 9, students will do a marketing project.

Textiles 9 will give students the opportunity to learn basic sewing skills as well as other construction methods such as knitting or crochet, weaving, darning and up-cycling. Students will learn how to read and follow patterns and care for textiles. The course will also require students to think critically about textile production, ethical consumption, and the wide range of use of textiles. Students will be encouraged to personalize projects according to their interests and needs.

Level: Basic

This is an introductory course that allows for exploration in a variety of art forms. Students will learn the basic skills required to successfully complete works of art including colour theory and the basic elements of design. Students will work with a variety of materials to create 2D and 3D art forms, view well-known works of art, learn the basics of art criticism, participate in online forums, and create an online portfolio.

Level: Basic to Intermediate

Blended Visual Art offers students the opportunity to work in class with an experienced art instructor as well as complete online activities such as building an e-portfolio and participating in discussions about art and artists. Students will spend time exploring both 2-D and 3-D forms, work with a variety of media, such as pencil, charcoal, watercolour, and acrylics while learning about visual elements and principles of design.