Grade 9 Courses

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  • The Centre for Soccer Excellence is a way for students to combine academic goals with high quality soccer instruction, coaching and mentoring. Entry into the academy is by application.  Accepted students will select from the courses below that are appropriate to their grade level. Students receive combined instruction in Principles… Read more

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  • The Flexible Studies Program is a School District 61 program of choice with an application process. Nationally recognized by the Canadian Education Association for innovation in teaching and learning, the Flexible Studies Program is designed for students interested in a structured inquiry-based approach to education, where students engage with their… Read more

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  • Community Leadership 9/10/11/12

    Our mission is to gather together as a group of individuals and through teamwork, skill development and training, engage in the organizing, planning and follow-through of events and activities in order to contribute to both our school and broader community, while in the process undergoing personal positive growth.Be part of… Read more

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  • Computer Studies/Information Technology 9

    This is an introductory course to learn and practice the computer skills that are useful in school and our digital world. Projects will have students learning and creating in many different areas, which may include the following topics: Create graphics and charts Digital image editing Website design in HTML 3D… Read more

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  • Concert Band 9

    Prerequisite: Successful completion of a band program in the previous year or admission through audition Band courses are a continuation of the acquisition of performance skills on woodwind, brass and percussion instruments. Students study the basic elements of music and its history through performance and discussion of a variety of… Read more

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  • Drama 9/10

    Movement, improvisation, mime, interpretation of music, role-play, video work, script writing and analysis, and character development are some of the topics student will experience. Much of this work will require group work, so students must be prepared to work cooperatively.

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  • English 9

    With connection to the core competencies of Personal/Social Thinking and Communication, the focus of this course is the production of clear spoken and written language. Various forms of writing will be reviewed: description, narration and exposition. Literary works including short stories, novels, non-fiction, poetry and drama will be studied both… Read more

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  • Entrepreneurship & Marketing 9, 10

    Explore the risks, rewards, and opportunities of entrepreneurship as you take a business or product of your design from invention/innovation to marketplace in this course.  This course take a hands-on, project-based approach to learning using the process of design thinking as a framework. Topics of study include: Business Fundamentals economic… Read more

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  • Food Studies 9

    Dazzle your family and friends with your cooking skills! You will prepare breakfasts, lunches and dinners as well as foods for special occasions. Learn the essentials of preparing sumptuous cinnamon buns, pastry and some great desserts.

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  • Français Langue Seconde – Immersion 9

    Students will explore and analyze different francophone texts in French to understand the implicit and explicit messages and to deepen their understanding of the cultures that produced them. Literal and figurative meanings Characteristics of the novel, fable and stylistic devices How to communicate to a specific audience Registers of language… Read more

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  • French 9

    Parlez-vous français? Sharpen your communication skills with this interactive language class. Learn to speak, read and write “en francais” while exploring the Francophone culture and lifestyle. Students will engage in active listening and practice their French speaking. Great on resumes and handy when travelling! Bon voyage!

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  • General Explorations 9

    Sample a variety of hands-on activities that are offered within Technology Education. Areas of exploration include: carpentry, woodworking, metalworking, Metal Jewelry and art, drafting and design, electronics, electrical, plumbing, power mechanics and more.

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  • Jazz Band 9

    Prerequisite: Enrolment in Band 9 or Band 10 or the permission of the instructor Jazz band is offered as an enrichment to the other Band courses. Students will be introduced to various music styles associated with Jazz and World music genres as well as to concepts of improvisation appropriate in… Read more

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  • Junior Choir 9

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  • Mathematics 9

    This course is designed to give students the appropriate skills needed for any of the streams listed below.  Curriculum includes algebra, rational expressions, linear inequalities, circle geometry, surface area and statistics.

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  • Metalwork 9, 10, 11, 12

    Jewelry, art metal, welding, machining, blacksmithing/forging, casting/foundry and Sheet metal are all offered in the metal shop. Try a variety of metalworking specialties, focus on the specialty you enjoy, and design and complete projects that build skills in that area.

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  • Musical Theatre 9-12

    Every year Reynolds Theatre performs a musical for parents and the surrounding community. Past performances include Music Man, Grease, and Guys and Dolls.  Students are not required to have any formal singing or dancing experience to participate in this course, but they must be willing to do both.  Rehearsals occur… Read more

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  • Numeracy 9: Introduction to Mathematics 9

    Students are offered the opportunity to work on math skills necessary for success in Principles of Math 9.  Instruction will be a blend of individual assistance and group work.  Students are selected through consultation with grade 8 teachers, parents, and Reynolds Administration.

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  • Physical Education and Health 9

    Development of individual athletic skills and development of the theories of team play. Also included are the learning outcomes related to healthy living and personal development.

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  • Robotics 9/10/11/12

    Are you a creative individual that likes solve problems/puzzles and to tinker?  Do you want to create something that not only looks impressive, but also SENSES it’s environment, REACTS to stimuli, makes DECISIONS and MOVES.  Do you just think robots are COOL (because they are!) and would like to build… Read more

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  • Sciences 9

    Sexual and asexual reproduction Elements and their properties Compounds Circuits Voltage, currents and resistance Matter cycles Sustainability systems and First People’s knowledge of interconnectedness and sustainability

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  • Social Studies 9

    In Socials 9, students will focus on how revolutions and changes in ideology and policy can profoundly influence societies. By looking at a selection of events from 1750-1919 and examining their impact on BC, Canada and the world, students will explore how collective identity is constructed and can change over… Read more

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  • Spanish 9

    This academic course provides a foundation for Spanish oral, aural and written communication. Along with covering core material (essential Present Tense verbs, grammar and commonly used vocabulary), elements of Hispanic culture, both historical and modern day are included.  The goal of the course is to give students the tools and… Read more

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  • Strings 9

    Prerequisite: Strings 7 and/or Strings 8 or private instruction on an orchestral instrument This course performs as part of Reynolds Music Program as well as part of the larger School District 61 Festival Orchestra with students from other high schools in the district. Rehearsal times are held outside of regular… Read more

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  • Textiles 9 – Arts and Crafts

    A course unlike any other! In this course you will learn to create artwork and crafts using a variety of fabric and fibre techniques, such as knitting, embroidery, felting, weaving, quilting, beading and macrame. You will be introduced to creative processes and become familiar with the tools and equipment used… Read more

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  • Textiles 9, 10 – Clothing and Fiber

    Interested in learning to sew? This textiles course is designed for BEGINNING sewing students who have little or no previous experience. Develop your hand and machine sewing skills while learning about fabrics and design. Explore your creative side, while learning the foundations of garment construction, embellishment and applying the elements… Read more

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  • Visual Arts 9

    This foundation course introduces you to the art program at Reynolds.  Explore 2D and 3D projects while becoming familiar with various mediums including pottery, painting, drawing, mixed media and printmaking.  Discover the elements and principles of design, learn ways to develop ideas and personal expression and explore contemporary and historic… Read more

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  • Woodwork 9-12

    Explore woodworking in a safe and well equipped shop. Learn correct and safe use of hand and power tools to construct class projects and projects of your own design. 

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