With the fall of empires, the rise of nationalism, and the development of technology, conflict and crisis characterized the twentieth century world. Topics include the post WWI world with its rise of dictators, civil and global wars, the Middle East and terrorism, and human rights movements. Collaborative forum discussions include current events and their historic and political origins and challenge students to make reasoned judgments. Besides a variety of activities, this course also requires some presentations in the virtual online class and provides project choices per term.

Explore some past and present civilizations across the continents through their values, beliefs, societies, and arts. Cultures share similarities and differences. And civilizations rise and fall. Cultures interact and exchange ideas. By studying these elements of culture and cultural expression, students will apply historical thinking as well as problem solving skills to some big questions. Through a variety of activities and choices, students will be challenged to make connections with the past and the present.

Comparative World Religions 12 focuses on providing students with the opportunity to explore their worldview and personal beliefs while focusing on church history, monotheistic religions, and a personal project exploring the relationship between contemporary culture and religion. Students gain awareness about the holistic nature of learning and explore the spiritual dimension of their identity.

Explorations in Social Studies 11 focuses on students building deep understandings through inquiry processes and collaboration. Students will engage with open-ended questions and develop knowledge by delving into Indigenous studies, social justice, and human geography.

Humanities 10 blends the experience of literature, language, history and geography into a single, exciting learning experience that covers the competencies for both Composition & Literary Studies 10 as well as Social Studies 10. Through historically relevant literature, biographies, poetry, drama, and crucial events from 1914- Present, we will learn how each event shaped our nation. The Humanities 10 program is a fast-paced, project-based learning environment involving debate, high-level thinking, and weekly peer collaboration. As a class we will tackle big questions, critique big decisions, and unravel big issues. Students should be prepared to strive for excellence, complete consistent homework demands, and communicate consistently and openly both online and in class. Commitment and dedication are key for success in this course.

Humanities 10 focuses upon Canada’s growing autonomy and emerging role in international affairs from 1919 to the present, the structures and functions of Canadian government, and global demographics and environmental issues in relationship to Canada. Reading Canadian literature to further understand these decades, students will tackle big questions and challenge each other through collaborative forums and v-classes. While covering the curricular competencies for Socials 10 and Focused Literary Studies 10, students also develop their writing skills for Composition 10. Students are encouraged to personalize their learning as the course includes a variety of assignments, tasks, and projects.

Humanities 11 focuses on students building deep understandings through inquiry processes and collaboration. Students will engage with open-ended questions and develop knowledge by delving into Indigenous studies, social justice, and human geography. An exploration of text and story, through various literary works, will expand the study of these topics. Humanities 11 incorporates curricular competencies for Literary Studies 11 and Explorations in Social Studies 11.

Humanities 11 weaves together literary studies, Canadian law, Indigenous studies, global geography, social justice issues, and current events into a single, exciting learning experience which covers the competencies for Literary Studies 11, Explorations in Social Studies 11, and Contemporary Indigenous Studies 12. This Humanities-bundle experience involves a fast-paced, project-based learning environment, high-level thinking, weekly peer collaboration, and intense debate. This is a senior-level course designed for students who want to understand and problem-solve Canadian and global events and issues. Students should be prepared to strive for excellence, complete consistent homework demands, and communicate consistently and openly both online and in class. Commitment and dedication are the keys to success in this course.

This course will give credit for
Literary Studies 11
Explorations in Socials 11
Contemporary Indigenous Studies 12

Humanities 11 Blended is a new course that weaves together Explorations in Social Studies 11 and English First Peoples: Literary Studies + Writing 11 into a dynamic and immersive learning experience. This course also satisfies the Indigenous-focused coursework graduation requirement.

Humanities 12 weaves literature, language, biographical memoirs, history and current events into a single, exciting learning experience which fulfills the competencies for both English Studies 12 and 20th Century World History 12. The Humanities 12 program is a fast-paced, project-based learning environment involving high-level thinking, weekly peer collaboration, and intense debate. This is a senior level course designed for students who want to understand and discuss world events and issues. Students should be prepared to strive for excellence, complete consistent homework demands, and communicate consistently and openly both online and in class. Commitment and dedication are key for success in this course.

Earn credit for Social Studies 7 AND English Language Arts 7 while exercising your creative side. As you explore everything from the earth’s origins to the complexity of war and peace in the world today, you will also create your very own island. Bit by bit, you will develop your imaginary island as a demonstration of the things you’ve learned in each unit. In addition, you will be setting yourself up as a stronger writer, which will stand you in good stead for coursework in the future!

The demands on the parent are remarkably minimal for this course. Especially if the student is a diligent, independent worker, it is likely that this will be a “lighter” load with regards to required support.

Humanities 7-8 Blended combines online learning with a weekly classroom experience covering curricular competencies for English Language Arts and Social Studies. You will develop creativity, critical thinking, and historical thinking skills as we study significant historical events during the Ancient, Medieval, Renaissance, and World Exploration times. We will explore the Big Ideas for grades 7 and 8 in a two-year cycle covering different topics within this historical period while developing communication and collaboration skills through group and individual projects, oral and media presentations, and novel studies. Since we work as a cohort, consistent completion of weekly homework is key to your success.

Humanities 8 Online is a project-based course that blends the knowledge of literature, language, history from the 7th century to 1750, and geography into a single learning experience that fulfills the requirements for English Language Arts and Social Studies 8. Students will develop the essential skills to explore their interests and present knowledge in various ways. As the course is student-directed and research-based, there is no textbook. Each module begins with skill development activities and essential background information before students are encouraged to select their focus areas to present to the class.

Students are encouraged to stay connected with their teacher each week, who will provide encouragement and descriptive feedback.

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 Blended combines online learning with a weekly classroom experience covering curricular competencies for English Language Arts and Social Studies. You will develop creativity, critical thinking, and historical thinking skills as we study significant historical events between 1750–1900. We will assess causes and consequences, different perspectives, and significance as we explore the Age of Revolutions and Canada’s history from Pre-Confederation to Confederation, as well as discriminatory policies, attitudes, and historical wrongs. You will develop communication and collaboration skills through group and individual projects, oral and media presentations, novel studies, an Indigenous Play, and a Confederation Debate. Since we work as a cohort, consistent completion of weekly homework is key to your success

As a Canadian citizen, do you know your legal rights and responsibilities? Although laws protect society, these legislative acts definitely affect us and change over time. This courses covers four key areas: fundamentals of law, including the court system the constitution, and the history of law; criminal law, including trials and sentencing; civil law, including tort and contract law, and finally family law, including marriage, adoption, children, and wills. And in all areas, how does Canadian legislation concern the First Peoples? Understanding Canada’s legal system allows you to make a difference in society.

Discover how natural processes and human activities impact the landscape, populated regions, and global climate. By understanding connections between the physical and biological environments, students investigate elements of the earth sciences, explore some of the world’s interesting places, and evaluate their responsibility for this place. This course provides a variety of activities and choices, including presentations in the virtual online class.

Socials 10 focuses upon Canada’s growing autonomy and emerging role on the global stage from 1919 to the present as students read, question, and think about our history. While examining the structures and functions of the different levels of government in Canada, students will tackle the big question “Why bother to vote”? This course also investigates Canada and the era of globalization through demographics, environment, and economy. Students are encouraged to personalize their learning as the course includes a variety of assignments, tasks, and projects.

Social Studies 8 is a study of world history from the years 800-1750. The topics will cover events from the Crusades through the Renaissance and The Age of Enlightenment through the Reformation. The course will include perspectives of: history, commerce/industry, culture, politics/wars, science and faith, (world views).

This world history course will cover the major topics in and around Europe from a Biblical-Christian perspective.  This long stretch of time and the massive amount of information will not allow us to cover this time period by looking at all the continents and what was happening during this time period. Nor, will it allow for many of the different perspectives of history; who and how it was written, commerce/industry, culture, politics/wars, science and faith (world views). Some of the lessons will cover these areas in general, or for example, a student may choose to go into depth about a particular topic covering transportation and commerce during a particular time period.

Students will make connections from the past to present day. The decisions they make in light of the information they are willing to search out, analyse and interpret will reflect on how they think and eventually act.

More than half of the world’s population lives in urban areas with that statistic rising annually. And although cities generate innovative ideas and often improve standards of living, they also create much poverty. Why did certain cities develop? As this course examines general urbanization trends and urban planning models as well as cities in the past and present, students will plan a sustainable city for the future and investigate a living artifact, a city in their neighborhood. This course offers a variety of activities and personal choices.