COMPLEMENTARY CORE COURSE CATALOGUE - The Complementary Core Course Catalogue lists and provides descriptions of option classes that may be ...

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COMPLEMENTARY CORE
COURSE CATALOGUE

The Complementary Core Course Catalogue lists and
provides descriptions of option classes that may be
available at each grade level, subject to staffing and
sufficient student interest.

CIS Complementary Core Course Catalogue

Grade 7
Art 7 - Students in Art 7 will learn about and develop their skills and knowledge in visual arts,
learning the elements and principles of art. Students will explore a range of subject matter
through various studio activities, learned through each of the artistic domains, and they will
strengthen their practical skills. Students will also analyze historical art works from Prehistoric
to Pre-Columbian Art.
Band 7 - This full year course is for students who have one or more years of experience playing
a band instrument (flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, baritone, tuba or percussion). We
perform a wide range of musical styles from traditional band literature to pop/rock/movie
tunes. Band is a performance-based course, with a few formal concerts in the school year and a
few performances at school assemblies. Students will also have the opportunity to join the
extra-curricular Junior Pep Band.
Computer Studies 7 - This course is designed for students to develop their digital competency.
Students will build and a develop a foundation of technological skills that they can relate to the
real world. Topics in Coding will also be addressed with a focus on developing skills and
knowledge through an interactive setting. Differentiated instruction and active-learning
strategies will be used so that students with varying strengths, intelligences, interests, and
experiences master the curricular outcomes.
Design 7 - Design 7 serves as an introduction to the design process. Students will develop skills
in freehand graphical communication and CAD program to an introductory level. This allows
students to design and make an artefact which is 3D Printed at the end of their study.
Differentiated instruction and active-learning strategies will be used so that students with
varying strengths, intelligences, interests and experiences master the curricular outcomes.
Drama 7 - Grade 7 Drama is an introduction to the study of theatre, involving study of
movement, speech, improvisation/acting, stagecraft, and theatre studies. Students will practice
and improve their creative skills in technical and performance aspects of theatre. They will
participate in a variety of learning situations including individual, small group, and large group
work. Personal management skills are developed as students set goals, plan schedules, and

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meet deadlines. Teamwork skills are developed through positive interaction in small and large
groups.
French 7 - Did you know that there are many benefits to learning a second language? FSL 7
introduces you to the beauty of the French language and French cultures from all over the
world! This class is a very interactive class that offers many opportunities of being immersed
into a foreign language. This class has different learning opportunities from projects, skits,
media and more to help you learn to speak, read, listen and write in French. FSL 7 introduces
the basics of the French language and explores the topics of ‘School,’ ‘People Around Me,’ and
more!
Learning Strategies 7 - This course designed to assist students in developing understandings,
literacies, skills, and values to be successful learners across all subject areas. In collaboration
with teachers, educational assistants, peers and parents, students will explore, deepen and
develop, and eventually apply a range of strategies for academic success. Students will gain
confidence, realize independence, and apply their strategies to other learning contexts. As
students transition to the expectations of Grade 7, they will explore, comprehend, and develop
their personal learning strategies toolkits.
Real World Studies 8 - This course is designed to enhance students’ global awareness, decision-
making skills, personal development, and capacity to be a responsible citizen in helping others
and looking after our planet. Key topics will include sustainable development and global,
national and local environmental issues. Aims will be to encourage evaluative thinking on how
to tackle issues facing our planet and to generate curiosity towards other countries, languages
and cultures. Students in this course will work closely with Camps International, our
international school trip outfitter.

Grade 8
Art 8 - Students in Art 8 will further develop their skills and knowledge in visual arts, learning
the elements and principles of art. Students will explore a range of subject matter through
various studio activities, learned through each of the artistic domains, and they will strengthen
their practical skills. Students will also analyze historical art works from Byzantine to Gothic Art.
Band 8 - Band 8 is a performance-based course for students who would like to continue to
develop their abilities on their chosen instrument. The ensemble will work on a wide variety of
music to help expand the skills and concepts learned in Band 7. Students will work toward
mastering and performing a wide variety of band music, including traditional band literature
with some pop, rock or movie tunes. Home practice is recommended, and students are
encouraged to consider providing their own instrument. Students will be assessed through
performance tests, class performance, class participation, and written theory assignments. The

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band will perform at a few formal concerts in the school year and a few performances at school
assemblies. Students will also have the opportunity to join the extra-curricular Junior Pep Band.
Computer Studies 8 - This course aims to help students gain a broad perspective on the nature
of technology, develop the skills required to use and apply a variety of technologies, and gain
an understanding of the impact of Information and Communication Technology on self and
society. Topics in Coding will also be addressed. The focus is on developing skills and knowledge
through an interactive setting, while cultivating the interest of every student. Differentiated
instruction and active-learning strategies will be used so that students with varying strengths,
intelligences, interests, and experiences master the curricular outcomes.
Design 8 – This course provides students with the opportunity to enhance the skills they have
already developed during Design 7. Key topics students will study include 2D computer design,
technical design and design for manufacture. This course concludes with a “design and make”
project, mostly completed in school, where students solve design problems presented by
companies such as Nike, Eltizam, Emirates WWF and more!
Drama 8 - Junior High Drama is an introduction to the study of theatre, involving the study of
movement, speech, improvisation/acting, stagecraft, and theatre studies. Students will practice
and improve their creative skills in technical and performance aspects of theatre. They will
participate in a variety of learning situations including individual, small group, and large group
work. Personal management skills are developed as students set goals, plan schedules, and
meet deadlines. Teamwork skills are developed through positive interaction in small and large
groups.
French 8 - French 8 is a continuation from the Grade 7 French program, but it is also offered to
new students with no previous experience with French. FSL 8 is a beginner course that will
cover the basics of French and explore the topics of ‘Food,’ ‘Animals,’ and more. These topics
will be explored through engaging activities such as games, films, projects, and media. The
French language and culture will be explored throughout the semester and will help build
students’ reading, listening, speaking and writing skills. Vive le Français!
Learning Strategies 8 - This course designed to assist students in developing understandings,
literacies, skills, and values to be successful learners across all subject areas. In collaboration
with teachers, educational assistants, peers and parents, students will explore, deepen and
develop, and eventually apply a range of strategies for academic success. Students will gain
confidence, realize independence, and apply their strategies to other learning contexts.
Real World Studies 8 - This course is designed to enhance students’ global awareness, decision-
making skills, personal development, and capacity to be a responsible citizen in helping others
and looking after our planet. Key topics will include sustainable development and global,
national and local environmental issues. Aims will be to encourage evaluative thinking on how
to tackle issues facing our planet and to generate curiosity towards other countries, languages

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and cultures. Students in this course will work closely with Camps International, our
international school trip outfitter.

Grade 9
Art 9 - Students in Art 9 will further develop their skills and knowledge in visual arts, learning
the elements and principles of art. Students will explore a range of subject matter through
studio activities and will strengthen their practical skills. Students will also analyze historical art
works from Renaissance to Post-Impressionism Art.
Band 9 - Band 9 is a performance-based course for students who would like to continue to
develop their abilities on their chosen instrument. The ensemble will work on a wide variety of
music to help expand the skills and concepts learned in Band 8. Students will work toward
mastering and performing a wide variety of band music, including traditional band literature
with some pop, rock or movie tunes. Home practice is recommended, and students are
encouraged to consider providing their own instrument. Students will be assessed through
performance tests, class performance, class participation, and written theory assignments. The
band will perform at a few formal concerts in the school year and a few performances at school
assemblies. Students will also have the opportunity to join one of the extra-curricular Pep
Bands.
Computer Studies 9 - In Computer Science 9, students focus on improving the skills and
knowledge acquired in Computer Science 8 with an emphasis on developing key coding skills in
students. Differentiated instruction and active-learning strategies will be used so that students
with varying strengths, intelligences, interests and experiences master the curricular outcomes.
Design 9 - Design 9 provides students with a foundation in key skills for design. Students will
learn about basic communication techniques, such as sketching, drawing and modelling. They
will also participate in design challenges where a design brief will be developed to a final
working product. From this, students will understand graphical communication techniques and
develop the skills to design and make objects while improving critical thinking skills by reacting
to feedback.

Drama 9 - Grade 9 Drama is an introduction to the study of theatre, involving the study of
movement, speech, improvisation/acting, stagecraft, and theatre studies. Students will practice
and improve their creative skills in technical and performance aspects of theatre. Drama
provides for the development of students’ academic skills through the process of reading,
writing, listening, viewing, and speaking. Personal management skills are developed as students
set goals, plan schedules, and meet deadlines. Teamwork skills are developed through positive
interaction in small and large groups.

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Entrepreneurship 9 - This course is designed to help students recognize and analyze
opportunities, evaluate the business skills and commitment necessary to successfully operate
an entrepreneurial venture, and review the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship. Grade
9 students can expect to explore business ideas, models and plans, develop a detailed business
plan, and run a small business venture.
French 9 - Bonjour! Use what you have learned from French 7 and 8 to grow your French
language skills in FSL 9! French 9 will continue to teach you about the beauty of the French
language and culture and will prepare you for next year’s French 10 course. French 9 will
explore the topics of ‘Sports and Exercise,’ ‘Housing,’ ‘Community,’ and much more. French 9
will offer a variety of engaging activities like music, media, projects, games and even exercise.
Do you have no previous experience in French? No problem! Come build your French reading,
writing, listening and speaking skills in FSL 9!
Outdoor Skills 9 - Within this course, students will gain valuable skills that will help them to
enjoy outdoor experiences now and in years to come. Students will be challenged outside of
their comfort zones in order to learn the value of theoretical and practical outdoor skills. There
may be fees associated with this course, but this can be discussed with the teacher in the first
week of class. The fees would include basic gear purchase and optional field trips. This credit
option will run in the second semester.

Grade 10
Art 10 - Students in 10 will further develop their skills and knowledge in visual arts, learning the
elements and principles of art. Students will explore a range of subject matter through various
studio activities learned through each of the artistic domains, and they will strengthen their
practical skills. Students will also analyze historical art works from Fauvism to Bauhaus Art.

Band - In the CIS Senior Band (Instrumental Music 10, 20, 30), students will actively engage in
music-making activities, including building foundational music performance skills, creating (re-
creating) music, performing on a wind band or percussion instrument and responding to music
and music performances. Students will perform a high-quality repertoire at the highest level
possible. Students will rehearse, prepare, and perform music in scheduled public performances.
The course is designed to foster a life-long love of music through cumulative musical
experience, collaboration, and successful performances of the CIS Senior Band. Although an
instrument can be provided, students are encouraged to provide their own instrument to
maximize their development and practice potential.

Business 10 - The goal of Business Studies 10 is to provide students with insightful information
in order to improve their knowledge of business concepts. During the course, we will primarily
focus on marketing and management of a business, as well as new venture ideas and
opportunities.

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Computer Science 10 - Computer Science 10 is a course where no previous computer science
experience is necessary. Students learn the basics of computer hardware and software while
we explore the difference between computer science, computer programming and computer
engineering. This course will be used as an introduction to computer programming.
Differentiated instruction and active-learning strategies will be used so that students with
varying strengths, intelligences, interests and experiences master the curricular outcomes.
Design 10 - In Design 10, students will build on the work completed in Design 9. There will be a
focus on 2D and 3D design as methods of communicating design ideas, as well as units in
Technical Drafting and Design to develop visualization and creativity. Additionally, there will be
an introduction to Computer Aided Design and the use of rapid prototyping techniques such as
3D printing and laser cutting.

Drama 10 - This class involves the advanced study of speech, improvisation, acting, technical
design, theatre studies, and playwriting. According to Alberta Education, “as students progress
through the dramatic forms of expression at the secondary level, emphasis is placed upon the
development of the individual as creator, performer, historian, critic, and patron. The self-
development and socialization process of the student are extended by developing performance
skills and the appreciation of theatre as a traditional art form.” Active participation will be
required in a variety of learning situations, including individual, small group, and large group
work.
French 10 - This course introduces the fundamental elements of the French language within a
cultural context. Emphasis will be on the development of basic listening, speaking, reading, and
writing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and respond with
grammatical accuracy to spoken and written French, as well as demonstrate cultural
awareness. Themes will include Travelling, Careers, Food Shopping, Safety, and Fine Arts. No
previous French experience is required!
“Innovation” - Design Thinking for Innovation 15 – This course provides an opportunity for
students to engage in longer term, increasingly complex, personally relevant, design, innovation
and invention projects that require a significant investment in time to design, prototype,
iterate, and refine. Projects are interdisciplinary in nature and therefore must also incorporate
the skills, knowledge, tools and technology from a minimum of two distinct discipline areas. The
nature of the course is to apply design thinking methodologies, mindsets, and processes to
explorations into innovation and invention. As such, the use of current and emerging
technologies for rapid design and prototyping is an important element of the course. Many of
the needed technical skills will be directly connected to a variety of interdisciplinary areas.
Students may be required to work with one or more educators/mentors/experts and/or
community members to develop the scope of the project.
Leadership 15 - Within this course, students will gain life-long leadership qualities and skills.
Students will be challenged outside of their comfort zones, in areas such as positive mentoring

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relationships, public speaking and presentation skills, and leadership of school events or
committees. Students will work to achieve three credits that will allow them to move on to the
intermediate level leadership courses next year. It is important to note that this course will run
all year, over six Saturdays. Students must be able to commit to these Saturday sessions, as
failure to attend may result in an unsuccessful completion of credits. Since students will be
engaged in extra-curricular leadership project work, this course can also help interested and
qualified students gain or maintain membership in the National Honor Society (NHS).

Learning Strategies 15 - Learning Strategies is a course designed to assist high school students
in developing understandings, literacies, skills, and values to be successful learners across all
subject areas. This course directly involves students to respond to their needs in respect to
their courses of study. In collaboration with teachers, educational assistants, peers and parents,
students will explore, deepen and develop, and eventually apply a range of strategies for
academic success. Progressively, students gain confidence, realize independence, and apply
their strategies to other learning contexts. As students transition to the expectations of high
school, they will explore, comprehend, and develop their personal learning strategies toolkits.
Outdoor Skills 10 - Within this course, students will gain valuable skills that will help them to
enjoy outdoor experiences now and in years to come. Students will be challenged outside of
their comfort zones in order to learn the value of theoretical and practical outdoor skills. There
may be fees associated with this course, but this can be discussed with the teacher in the first
week of class. The fees would include basic gear purchase and optional field trips. This credit
option will run in the second semester.

Grade 11
Art 20 - Prerequisite: Art 10
Students in Art 20 will further develop their skills and knowledge in visual arts, the elements
and principles of art. Students will explore a range of subject matter through various studio
activities learned through each of the artistic domains, and they will strengthen their practical
skills. Students will also analyze historical art works from Art Deco to Abstract Expressionism
Art.
Band - Prerequisite: Instrumental Music 10

In the CIS Senior Band (Instrumental Music 10, 20, 30), students will actively engage in music-
making activities, including building foundational music performance skills, creating (re-
creating) music, performing on a wind band or percussion instrument, and responding to music
and music performances. Students will perform a high-quality repertoire at the highest level
possible. Students will rehearse, prepare, and perform music in scheduled public performances.
The course is designed to foster a life-long love of music through cumulative musical
experience, collaboration, and successful performances of the CIS Senior Band. Although an
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instrument can be provided, students are encouraged to provide their own instrument to
maximize their development and practice potential.
Business 20 - Prerequisite: Business 10

The goal of Business Studies 20 is to provide students with insightful information to improve
their knowledge of business concepts. During the course we will primarily focus on finance by
investigating various accounting principles, and improve our understanding of financial
terminology and sources of finance.

Computer Science 20 - Prerequisite: Computer Science 10 or demonstrate disciplinary
knowledge and creative capacity.
Note: Depending on your experience, you may be required to complete modules at the 10 level
before progressing to 20 level modules.

Computer Science 20 builds on topics covered at the 10 level. Students will explore trends in
computing and look more closely at the software development process. Students will continue
to broaden their knowledge and skills in programming. Students apply their knowledge and
challenge themselves with a project of their choice to achieve the curricular outcomes.
Design 20 - Prerequisite: Design 10 or demonstrate disciplinary knowledge and creative
capacity.
Note: Depending on your experience, you may be required to complete modules at the 10 level
before progressing to 20 level modules.
Design 20 provides a continuation of the topics covered during Design 10. The content covered
will be at a higher level with CAD, focusing on design intent and best practice. Technical drafting
and design will be developed to present appropriate drawings or models as solutions to design
problems, while following real world standards and conventions.
Drama 20 - Prerequisite: Drama 10
This class involves the advanced study of speech, improvisation, acting, technical design,
theatre studies, and playwriting. According to Alberta Education, “as students progress through
the dramatic forms of expression at the secondary level, emphasis is placed upon the
development of the individual as creator, performer, historian, critic, and patron. The self-
development and socialization process of the student are extended by developing performance
skills and the appreciation of theatre as a traditional art form.” Participation will be required in
a variety of learning situations, including individual, small group, and large group work.
Film and Media Arts 25 - Prerequisite: Film and Media Arts 15 or demonstrate disciplinary
knowledge and creative capacity.

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This course involves the exploration of film and media arts as an artistic form of expression.
This course may be paired with Career and Technology Studies, Drama, as well as English
Language Arts to provide innovative and unique ways for students to engage in the study of this
art form, as well as the technological and literary aspects of the medium. The literary and
storytelling aspects of film cross over with Language Arts and the technological skills fall within
CTS, while Film and Media Arts, as a course, is the artistic link that examines the medium as a
form of expression.

French 20 - Prerequisite: French 10
This course, a continuation of French 10, focuses on the fundamental elements of the French
language within a cultural context. Emphasis is on the progressive development of listening,
speaking, reading, and writing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend
and respond with increasing proficiency to spoken and written French, and demonstrate further
cultural awareness. Themes will include Fads and Fashion, Close Friends, Senses and Feelings,
Consumerism, and Outdoor Life.
“Innovation” - Design Thinking for Innovation 25 - Prerequisite: "Innovation” - DTFI 15 or
demonstrate disciplinary knowledge and creative capacity

The Design Thinking for Innovation (DTFI) course provides an opportunity for students to
engage in longer term, increasingly complex, personally relevant, design, innovation and
invention projects that require a significant investment in time to design, prototype, iterate,
and refine. Projects are interdisciplinary in nature and therefore must also incorporate the
skills, knowledge, tools and technology from a minimum of two distinct discipline areas. The
nature of the course is to apply design thinking methodologies, mindsets, and processes to
explorations into innovation and invention. As such, the use of current and emerging
technologies for rapid design and prototyping is an important element of the course. Many of
the needed technical skills will be directly connected to a variety of interdisciplinary areas.
Students may be required to work with one or more educators/mentors/experts and/or
community members to develop the scope of the project.
Leadership - Note: Credits will be awarded for Leadership 15.

Within this course, students will gain life-long leadership qualities and skills. Students will be
challenged outside of their comfort zones, in areas such as positive mentoring relationships,
public speaking and presentation skills, and leadership of school events or committees.
Students will work to achieve three credits that will allow them to move on to the advanced
level leadership courses next year. It is important to note that this course will run all year, over
six Saturdays. Students must be able to commit to these Saturday sessions, as failure to attend
may result in an unsuccessful completion of credits. Since students will be engaged in extra-
curricular leadership project work, this can also help interested and qualified students gain or
maintain membership in the National Honor Society (NHS).

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Learning Strategies 25 - Learning Strategies is a course designed to assist high school students
in developing understandings, literacies, skills, and values to be successful learners across all
subject areas. This course directly involves students to respond to their needs in respect to
their courses of study. In collaboration with teachers, educational assistants, peers and parents,
students will explore, deepen and develop, and eventually apply a range of strategies for
academic success. Progressively, students gain confidence, realize independence, and apply
their strategies to other learning contexts. As students work to become independent and
strategically learning high school students, they will analyze, strengthen and continue to apply
their personal learning strategies toolkits with increasing confidence.
Mythbusting Science 25 - This course is designed to encourage students to explore the nature
of science through practical inquiry and problem-solving. Students will explore the history of
science as it challenges cultural and contemporary myths. It is intended to be a hands-on
inquiry-based course where students have a range of choice in topics for exploration. This
course begins with an introduction to the nature of both mythological and scientific thinking,
and a critical look at some interesting research. Other topics of discussion include ethical (and
unethical!) research methods, and how the media influences public perceptions of science. The
majority of time in this course will be devoted to helping students to design and implement
their own research project!
Outdoor Skills - Note: Students may be required to complete modules at the 10 level before
progressing to 20 level modules.

Within this course, students will gain valuable skills that will help them to enjoy outdoor
experiences now and in years to come. Students will be challenged outside of their comfort
zones in order to learn the value of theoretical and practical outdoor skills. There may be fees
associated with this course, but this can be discussed with the teacher in the first week of class.
The fees would include basic gear purchase and optional field trips. This credit option will run in
the second semester.
PE - The Physical Education 20/30 program places a strong emphasis on lifetime sport activities.
Activities may include aquatics, handball, badminton, softball, volleyball, Cross-Fit, and
basketball. Any off-campus activity, such as golf, will be charged at an additional cost to the
students.
Popular Culture 25 – Popular Culture 25 is a course that supplements the current Social Studies
and English Language Arts programs at the senior high school level. The course content draws
upon history, literature, music and other social sciences. The intent of this course is to foster an
appreciation of music, film as a form of literature, and other types of media. Students will be
exposed to music, films, and media that may be outside of their experience, as it is important
for them to recognize that the media they consume regularly was influenced in some way by
the media that came before it. The course focuses on the history of popular culture and is
based upon the recognition that media is a reflection of culture and society and therefore has a

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significant relationship to historical events and cultural movements. This course will reinforce
previously required knowledge about history and the social sciences while building further
upon that knowledge by exploring the results within music, film and media.

Psychology 20 - The objectives of the 3-credit courses in psychology are designed to develop
within the student the skills and understandings that make it possible for more effective living
in our complex environment. The student’s attention will focus on the scientific approach to
understanding human behaviour so that he or she may appreciate more fully the reasons that
underlie one’s own acts and those of one’s fellows.
Sports Medicine 25 – Note: Students complete modules at the grade 10 level first.
This course is designed to help students develop a general awareness of health careers and
specific preparation for physical therapy, physical education, and sports medicine occupations.
Classroom instruction covers topics such as the benefits of practicing a healthy lifestyle,
dimensions of wellness, basic principles of anatomy, including the function of the
musculoskeletal system, and prevention, assessment and management techniques related to
injuries. Students will participate in practical assessments, including basic taping, wrapping, and
treatment of injuries using simulations. In addition to ongoing classroom instruction and
simulations, students may have the opportunity to pair up with a school team to practice their
learned skills.

Grade 12
Art 30 - Prerequisite: Art 10 or Art 20

Note: Students with Art 10 only will be enrolled in Art 20.
Students in Art 30 will further develop their skills and knowledge in visual arts, the elements
and principles of art. Students will explore a range of subject matter through various studio
activities learned through each of the artistic domains, and they will strengthen their practical
skills. Students will also analyze historical art works from Colour Field to Installation Art.

Art 30 AP - Prerequisite: Art 20 and instructor approval.
Art 30 AP students will complete the Art 30 course described above while building their
knowledge and skills to satisfy the requirements of Advanced Placement Studio Art. Advanced
Placement courses are at the first year university level, and successful completion enhances a
student’s post-secondary applications, and may lead to university course exemptions or credit.
This is an introductory college-level drawing course where students refine and apply skills and
ideas they develop throughout the course to produce drawings which are submitted in portfolio
for external assessment in May 2021. Portfolio assessment will involve a nominal external exam
fee.

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Band - Prerequisite: Instrumental Music 20
In the CIS Senior Band (Instrumental Music 10, 20, 30), students will actively engage in music-
making activities, including building foundational music performance skills, creating (re-
creating) music, performing on a wind band or percussion instrument and responding to music
and music performances. Students will perform a high-quality repertoire at the highest level
possible. Students will rehearse, prepare, and perform music in scheduled public performances.
The course is designed to foster a lifelong love of music through cumulative musical experience,
collaboration, and successful performances of the CIS Senior Band. Although an instrument can
be provided, students are encouraged to provide their own instrument to maximize their
development and practice potential.
Business 30 - Prerequisite: Business 20

The goal of Business Studies 30 is to provide students with insightful information to improve
their knowledge of business concepts. The course will primarily focus on the management of a
business organization, as well as looking at various marketing communication strategies and
the elements of the “marketing mix.”
Design 30 - Prerequisite: Design 20 or demonstrate disciplinary knowledge and creative
capacity.
Note: Depending on your experience, you may be required to complete modules at the 10 and
20 level before progressing to 30 level modules.
In Design 30, students will apply their learning to real life challenges. CAD will be developed to
analyze designs created and stress test designs before production, including the use of
animations and simulations in testing presentations. Students will engage in physical modelling
from a working drawing to develop visualization and communication skills. Additionally,
students will research the future of design, including challenges faced by designers and future
roles within industry.
Drama - Prerequisite: Drama 20 or Drama 10
Note: Students with Drama 10 only will be enrolled in Drama 20.
This class (Drama 20 and 30) involves the advanced study of speech, improvisation, acting,
technical design, theatre studies, and playwriting. According to Alberta Education, “as students
progress through the dramatic forms of expression at the secondary level, emphasis is placed
upon the development of the individual as creator, performer, historian, critic, and patron. The
self-development and socialization process of the student are extended by developing
performance skills and the appreciation of theatre as a traditional art form.” Participation in a
variety of learning situations will be required, including individual, small group, and large group
work.
French 30 - Prerequisite: French 20
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This course, a continuation of French 20, focuses on the fundamental elements of the French
language within a cultural context. Emphasis is on the progressive development of listening,
speaking, reading, and writing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend
and respond with increasing proficiency to spoken and written French and demonstrate further
cultural awareness. Themes will include: Travel and Tourism, Role of the Media, Conservation
and the Environment, and the World of Work.
Leadership - Note: Credits will be awarded for Leadership 15.

Within this course, students will gain life-long leadership qualities and skills. Students will be
challenged outside of their comfort zones, in areas such as positive mentoring relationships,
public speaking and presentation skills, and leadership of school events or committees.
Students will work to achieve three credits. It is important to note that this course will run all
year, over six Saturdays. Students must be able to commit to these Saturday sessions, as failure
to attend may result in an unsuccessful completion of credits. Since students will be engaged in
extra-curricular leadership project work, and this can also help interested and qualified
students gain or maintain membership in the National Honor Society (NHS).
Learning Strategies 35 - Learning Strategies is a course designed to assist high school students
in developing understandings, literacies, skills, and values to be successful learners across all
subject areas. This course directly involves students to respond to their needs in respect to
their courses of study. In collaboration with teachers, educational assistants, peers and parents,
students will explore, deepen and develop, and eventually apply a range of strategies for
academic success. Progressively, students gain confidence, realize independence, and apply
their strategies to other learning contexts. As students prepare to transition to post-secondary
and life-long learning, they will innovate and implement learning strategies with increased
independence for successful high school completion, and assemble a personalized toolkit that
will be beneficial in further learning endeavors.
*See AP Learning Strategies 35 for AP students in the course listings above for Grade 12.
Mathematics 31 - The Mathematics 31 course is designed to introduce students to the
mathematical methods of calculus. The course acts as a link between the outcomes of the
Mathematics 10-20-30 program and the requirements of the mathematics encountered in post-
secondary programs. The course builds on existing skills in working with functions and expands
this knowledge to include a study of limits in preparation for a study of differential and integral
calculus. The methods of calculus are applied to problems encountered in the areas of science,
engineering, business and other fields of endeavour. The focus of the course is to examine
functions that describe changing situations as opposed to the more static situations
encountered in previous mathematics courses. Emphasis is placed on using graphical methods
to illustrate the way in which changing functions behave.
Mathematics 31 AP- Math 31 AP students will complete the Math 31 course described above
while extending their knowledge and skills to satisfy the requirements of the Advanced
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Placement Calculus AB course, including topics in differential and integral calculus. Advanced
Placement courses are at the first-year university level, and successful completion enhances a
student’s post-secondary applications, and may lead to university course exemptions or credit.
Students will be required to pay a nominal fee for external assessment of the AP Calculus AB
Exam, written in May 2021.
PE - Prerequisite: PE 20 or PE 10
Note: Students with PE 10 only will be enrolled in PE 20.

The Physical Education 20/30 program places a strong emphasis on lifetime sport activities.
Activities may include aquatics, handball, badminton, softball, volleyball, Cross-Fit, and
basketball. Any off-campus activity, such as golf, will be charged at an additional cost to the
students.

Popular Culture - Note: Credits in this course will be awarded for Pop Culture 25 only.
Popular Culture is a course that supplements the current Social Studies and English Language
Arts programs at the senior high school level. The course content draws primarily upon film,
technology, television and print media and its historical and cultural implications. Students will
be exposed to music, films, and media that may be outside of their experience, as it is
important for them to recognize that the media they consume regularly was influenced in some
way by the media that came before it. The course focuses on the history of popular culture and
is based upon the recognition that media is a reflection of culture and society and therefore has
a significant relationship to historical events and cultural movements. The intent of this course
is to assist students in becoming more savvy when consuming a variety of media.
Psychology 30 - The objectives of the 3-credit courses in psychology are designed to develop
within the student the skills and understandings that make it possible for more effective living
in our complex environment. The student’s attention will focus on the scientific approach to
understanding human behaviour so that he or she may appreciate more fully the reasons that
underlie one’s own acts and those of one’s fellows.
Sports Medicine - Note: Credits in this course will be awarded for Sports Medicine 25 only.
This course is designed to help students develop a general awareness of health careers and
specific preparation for physical therapy, physical education, and sports medicine occupations.
Classroom instruction covers topics such as the benefits of practicing a healthy lifestyle,
dimensions of wellness, basic principles of anatomy including the function of the
musculoskeletal system, and prevention, assessment and management techniques related to
injuries. Students will participate in practical assessments including basic taping, wrapping, and
treatment of injuries using simulations. In addition to ongoing classroom instruction and
simulations, students may have the opportunity to pair up with a school team to practice their
learned skills.

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