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COURSE GUIDE
2014
WINTER
WINTER
Continuing
Education Department
ELEMENTARY PROGRAMS
• TechnoHERO
•
TechnoFLASH
• Primary Power
• Fun with Math
• Skills Development
SECONDARY PROGRAMS
•
Night School
ADULT PROGRAMS
• Computer Courses
• General Interest
• Instructor Training Certificate
ELEMENTARY PROGRAMS
• TechnoHERO
•
TechnoFLASH
• Primary Power
• Fun with Math
• Skills Development
SECONDARY PROGRAMS
•
Night School
ADULT PROGRAMS
• Computer Courses
• General Interest
• Instructor Training Certificate
YORK CATHOLIC DISTRICT
SCHOOL BOARD
Program
Grade Area
Location
Day
Dates
Time
Cost
TechnoHERO
3 to 5
Maple
St. David CES
Sat.
Feb. 8 to Apr. 26/14
9:30 am -12:00 pm
$240
Richmond Hill
St. Anne CES
Sat.
Feb. 8 to Apr. 26/14
9:30 am -12:00 pm
$240
TechnoFLASH
5 to 8
Unionville
St. Matthew CES
Sat.
Feb. 8 to Apr. 26/14
9:30 am -12:00 pm
$270
Woodbridge
Our Lady of Fatima CES
Sat.
Feb. 8 to Apr. 26/14
9:30 am -12:00 pm
$270
COMPUTER CLASSES
- 8 sessions
(Excluding Feb. 15, Mar. 8,15, Apr. 19)TechnoHERO - formerly known as Multimedia Presentation (Grades 3 to 5)
Students will learn the tools to create multimedia presentations which will serve them well in school and at home. With the introduction to TechnoHERO, children will review correct keystrokes, ergonomics and improve their ability to interact with the computer and combine words, pictures, sounds, animation, and video into persuasive, powerful and empowering communication vehicles.
TechnoFLASH - formerly known as Adobe Flash (Grades 5 to 8)
Students will develop animations for their presentations and projects. The basics of TechnoFLASH will be covered such as: timeline, tweening, objects, symbols, layers, sound, etc. Students should have basic computer skills, such as mouse clicks, file navigation, and basic software knowledge. A basic understanding of web design would be helpful. This is not for the novice computer user.
Program
Grade
Location
Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Skills
Development
7 & 8
Markham
Richmond Hill
St. Benedict CES
St. Anne CES
Sat.
Sat.
Feb. 8 to Apr. 26/14
Feb. 8 to Apr. 26/14
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
*
*
n/c
n/c
Thornhill
St. Joseph the Worker CES Sat.
Feb. 8 to Apr. 26/14
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
*
n/c
Woodbridge
Our Lady of Fatima CES
Sat.
Feb. 8 to Apr. 26/14
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
*
n/c
*
This program is Ministry funded. A $20 consumable fee will be collected on the first day of class, payable to YCDSB by cheque only.
Program
Grade
Area
Location
Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Primary
Power
Program
1 to 3
Markham
St. Benedict CES
Sat.
Feb. 8 to Apr. 26/14
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
$200
Richmond Hill
St. Anne CES
Sat.
Feb. 8 to Apr. 26/14
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
$200
Thornhill
St. Joseph the Worker CES Sat.
Feb. 8 to Apr. 26/14
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
$200
Woodbridge
Our Lady of Fatima CES
Sat.
Feb. 8 to Apr. 26/14
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
$200
Fun with Math 4 to 6
Markham
St. Benedict CES
Sat.
Feb. 8 to Apr. 26/14
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
$200
Richmond Hill
St. Anne CES
Sat.
Feb. 8 to Apr. 26/14
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
$200
Thornhill
St. Joseph the Worker CES Sat.
Feb. 8 to Apr. 26/14
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
$200
Woodbridge
Our Lady of Fatima CES
Sat.
Feb. 8 to Apr. 26/14
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
$200
LITERACY & NUMERACY PROGRAMS
-
8 sessions
(Excluding Feb. 15, Mar. 8,15, Apr. 19)Primary Power Program - Literacy & Numeracy (Grades 1 to 3)
The Primary Power Program (PPP) is designed as an integrated program of reading, writing, and mathematics. This program also helps students develop social skills through participation in hands-on cooperative activities. The program is intended to provide additional support, rather than enrichment for students who are achieving Level 1 or 2, as reported on the Provincial Report Card.
Fun with Math - Literacy & Numeracy (Grades 4 to 6)
The Fun with Math Program is for students who require additional support in mathematics. This program is based on the Ministry of Education Curriculum and is intended for students functioning at Levels 1 and 2 of the Provincial Report Card. Students may be placed by ability level rather than grade level.
ELEMENTARY PROGRAMS
ELEMENTARY PROGRAMS
REGISTER ONLINE FOR ELEMENTARY PROGRAMS on DEC. 16 at
:
http://ace.ycdsb.ca
Online Registration - Opens: Dec. 16, 2013 - Ends: Jan. 20 , 2014
Skills Development - Literacy & Numeracy (Grades 7 and 8)
International Lanugages (Saturday) Program -
Continuous enrolment until Mar. 7, 2014
SECONDARY CREDIT PROGRAMS
SECONDARY CREDIT PROGRAMS
GRADE 12 COURSES
CODE
St. Br. Andre CHS
MARKHAM
St. Elizabeth CHS
THORNHILL
WOODBRIDGE
St. Jean de
Brebeuf CHS
Advanced Functions (University)
MHF4U1
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Biology (University)
SBI4U1
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Calculus & Vectors (University)
MCV4U1
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Canadian and World Issues (University)
CGW4U1
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Challenge and Change in Society (Coll/Uni)
HSB4M1
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Chemistry (College)
SCH4C1
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English (College)
ENG4C1
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English (University)
ENG4U1
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Families in Canada
HHS4C1
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Foundations of College Mathematics (College)
MAP4C1
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French (University)
FSF4U1
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Mathematics for College & Technology (College)
MCT4C1
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Mathematics of Data Management (University)
MDM4U1
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Ontario Secondary Literacy Course (Open)
OLC4O1
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Personal Life Management
HIP4O1
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Physics (College)
SPH4C1
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GRADE 11 COURSES
Aesthetics ( Kit fee $110)
TPE3E0
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American History
CHA3U1
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Biology (University)
SBI3U1
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Canadian Law
CLU3M1
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Chemistry (University)
SCH3U1
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Computer Engineering Technology
TEJ3M1
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Designing your Future (Open)
GWL3O1
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English (College)
ENG3C1
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English (University)
ENG3U1
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Foundations for College Mathematics (College)
MBF3C1
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Functions & Applications (College/ University)
MCF3M1
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Functions (University)
MCR3U1
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Introduction to Computer Science (University)
ICS3U1
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Media Studies
EMS3O1
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Raising Healthy Children
HPC3O1
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GRADE 10 COURSES
Career Studies - Open
GLC2O1
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Civics - Open
CHV2O1
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NIGHT SCHOOL - Semester 2
Online Registration - Opens: Jan. 9, 2014 - Ends: Feb. 4 , 2014
TO REGISTER FOR CREDIT COURSES LOG ONTO
:
https://coned.ycdsb.ca
Feb. 11 to Jun. 19, 2014
Tuesday & Thursday Evenings
6:00 - 9:30 pm
Decisions to run courses are based on sufficient student enrolment and teacher availability. All students are responsible for obtaining the course textbook.
(Excluding Feb. 15,17, Mar. 8.10, 11,12,13,14,15,Apr. 18,19, 21,24,May 17,19)
Driver Education Program -
Winter Session begins Feb., 2014 - Register online
REGISTER ONLINE FOR ADULT PROGRAMS AT
:
http://ace.ycdsb.ca
ADULT COMPUTER COURSES
- 8 sessions
COMPUTERIZED ACCOUNTING :
This introductory course will cover the fundamentals of accounting, from setting up the company file, to generat-ing financial statements and everythgenerat-ing in between.MICROSOFT OFFICE & WINDOWS :
Basic: Students will get an overview of how to use many of the basic features of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Intermediate : This course will enhance and expand on the production of documents and letters using advanced editing tools. For a detailed course description, visit our website.WEB DESIGN :
Beginner :Students will learn the basics of designing and developing a web site using Wordpress, Joomla and Adobe Fireworks software . Advanced : Students will build on the management, logic and workflow of the website. Topics such as custom components and template customization will be covered in the advanced course.ADULT PROGRAMS
ADULT PROGRAMS
Online Registration - Opens: Dec. 20, 2013 - Ends: Jan. 31 , 2014
Program Name
Level
Location
Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Computerized Accounting
Introduction
Catholic Education Centre Tues.
Feb. 11 to Apr. 8/14
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$280
Microsoft Office + Windows
Basic
Catholic Education Centre Wed.
Feb. 12 to Apr. 23/14 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$190
Intermediate Catholic Education Centre Thurs. Feb. 13 to Apr. 10/14 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$190
Web Design
Beginner
Catholic Education Centre Tues.
Feb. 11 to Apr. 8/14
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$190
Advanced
Catholic Education Centre Wed.
Feb. 12 to Apr. 23/14 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$190
GENERAL INTEREST COURSES
- 8 sessions
ART for BEGINNERS:
Explore the world of drawing and creativity. This class explores a variety of drawing subjects, including still life, portraits and landscapes. We will focus on observing, thinking and drawing. Using different techniques and materials, beginner students will learn about composi-tion, design, shading, perspective, and texture.BAKING: DESSERTS MADE EASY:
In the class, you will learn basic baking skills with an emphasis on fundamental pastry and bread-baking tech-niques. You will also study all-purpose baking, desserts, cake decoration, and pastry arts.CONVERSATIONAL LANGUAGES (
Offered in FRENCH , ITALIAN, MANDARIN, SPANISH):
This class will help you practice and improve your verbal pro-ficiency and comfort in using the language. It will give you the opportunity to participate in conversations and discussions on topics of interest such as music, art, travel and work.COOKING for BEGINNERS:
This course is for beginners and is designed to give you confidence to cook at home. You will learn basic skills and differ-ent cooking methods. You will also learn how to steam, sauté, slow cook, slice, dice and chop. You will get to know the A-Z of useful cooking ingredidiffer-ents and understand how best to choose and work with themDIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY:
Are you new to digital photography? Or would you like to learn more tips about making better photos? This course will help capture those photos you want. You will learn basic techniques that will help you enhance your photos using proper composition and editing. Begin learning how to put the wow factor into your pictures of family, friends, and travels.Program Name
Level
Location
Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Art : Drawing
Beginner
St. Elizabeth CHS
Mon.
Feb. 10 to Apr. 28/14 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
$150
Baking : Desserts
Beginner
Holy Cross CHS
Tues.
Feb. 11 to Apr. 8/14
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
$150
Conversational Languages:
(
French , Italian, Mandarin, Spanish)Beginner
St. Elizabeth CHS
Wed.
Feb. 12 to Apr. 23/14 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
$150
Cooking
Beginner
Holy Cross CHS
Wed.
Feb. 12 to Apr. 23/14 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
$150
Photography: Digital
Introduction St. Elizabeth CHS
Mon.
Feb. 10 to Apr. 28/14 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$150
Program Name
Location
Day
Dates
Time
YCDSB
Staff
YCDSB
Non
Elementary Instructor Training
St. Jean de Brebeuf CHS
Tues.
Feb. 11 to Apr. 8/14
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
$120
$240
CERTIFICATE COURSES
- 8 sessions
IL INSTRUCTOR TRAINING CERTIFICATE PROGRAM:
This course is designed for anyone interested in learning the theory of effective second language teaching. Several practical, hands-on strategies and techniques for effective lesson planning will be taught. Successful candidates will be awarded a YCDSB Second Language Instructor Certificate. Entry requirements: Verbal and Written knowledge of a Second Language.Continuing Education Department
320 Bloomington Road W.
Aurora, ON L4G 0M1
Tel: 416.221.5051
Fax: 905.841.6940
WINTER LOCATION DIRECTORY
REGISTRATION PROCEDURE!
1. Register online
Visit:
http://ace.ycdsb.ca
Click on:
“Register”
Select
:
Appropriate registration form.
Register and pay online using any major
credit card or PayPal.
EXCLUSION DAYS for ALL PROGRAMS
Feb. 15, 17
Mar. 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15
Apr 18, 19, 21, 24
May 17, 19
Scan this QR code with your mobile device to link directly to our webpage.
2. Complete registration form
:
Registration form to Continuing Education Dept.,
320 Bloomington Rd., W., Aurora ON L4G 0M1.
Please include your cheque, payable to YCDSB or your
VISA information
.
OR
Drop off:
Completed registration form to the Continuing Education
office in Aurora. Payment can be made by VISA or cheque.
OR
Fax:
Completed registration form to 905-841-6940.
Remember to include your VISA card number and expiry
date for fee paying programs.
Continuing
Education Department
AURORA
Catholic Education Centre 320 Bloomington Rd., W.
MARKHAM
St. Benedict CES- 250 Aldergrove Dr. St. Brother Andre CHS - 6160 16th Ave.
MAPLE
St. David CES - 240 Killian Rd.
RICHMOND HILL
St. Anne CES - 105 Don Head Village
THORNHILL
St. Joseph the Worker CES - 475 Brownridge D
r.
St. Elizabeth CHS - 525 New Westminster Dr.