POST-SECONDARY
PLANNING
GRADE 12
PRESENTED BY:
SIR JOHN A MACDONALD GUIDANCE
OFFICE
C. Parsons (A-L, O2 Students)
& J. Wiseman (M-Z, International Students)
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS:
Students are responsible to make sure they have the following
compulsory credits for graduation:
• 18 Credits (minimum)
• Must have 5 grade 12 credits
• No more than 7 grade 10 credits
3 English
 2 Math
 2 Science
 2 Technology
(Tech/math/science)
 1 Physical
Education
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1 Canadian Studies
 1 Fine Arts Credit
 1 Global His/Geo/Pol 12
 5 Grade 12 credits
 9 Immersion Credits
for those in Immersion
Program
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COMMUNICATING INFORMATION
 Announcements
 Scholarship
binder
 Grade 12 info board
 Webpage
 Twitter: Follow us
@SJAGuidance
NEED HELP??
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See your guidance counsellor to set an
appointment to discuss options
A-L, O2 Students: Mrs. C. Parsons
 M-Z, International Students: Mrs. J. Wiseman
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Complete an updated Career Cruising profile to
look at interests, skills, and find careers that
match your personality:
www.careercruising.com
Username: sjam
Password: careers
PERSONAL MY PLAN ACCOUNT
With their personal My Plan account students can:
View a summary of the information they have
saved
 Track their progress as they work towards
school/district requirements
 Personalize their account by adding a photo
 Access their information from anywhere in the
program
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WORLD CLASS ASSESSMENTS
Using their various assessment tools, students can:
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discover how they best learn and retain information
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identify careers that suit their interests and;
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understand how their skills and abilities are related
to those careers.
DETAILED CAREER INFORMATION
Students can explore hundreds of careers using a
variety of methods.
Students will then have access to
detailed multi-media career profiles.
POSTSECONDARY PLANNING
Students have access to information about postsecondary institutions and apprenticeships
available across the country.
EMPLOYMENT READINESS
Students also have access to resources to help them
prepare for the world of work, including an
integrated job search and resume builder.
Typical University/Community College
Requirements (within NS)
All students should check to ensure that their grade 12
credits are accepted by the University/program prior to
applying (look online or call the Registrar’s Office).
Bachelor of Arts
English 12
+ 4 other academic gr 12 credits
Bachelor of Commerce
English 12
Academic Math 12
+3 other academic gr 12 credits
(ON schools: Pre-Cal)
Bachelor of Science
English 12
Pre-Cal 12
Two of: Bio12, Chem12 or Phy12
+ 1 other academic gr 12 credit
strive for excellence
TYPICAL UNIVERSITY/COMMUNITY
COLLEGE REQUIREMENTS (WITHIN NS)
Engineering
English 12
Pre-Cal 12
Chemistry 12
Physics 12
+ 1 other Academic Gr 12 Credit
Computer Science
English 12
Pre-Cal 12
+ 3 other Academic Gr 12 Credits
Nursing
English 12
Academic Math 12
Chemistry 12
Biology 12
+ 1 other Academic Gr 12 Credit
NSCC
• 90% of programs are based solely on high
school graduation (first come, first serve)
• Some programs require specific
Math/Science courses
APPRENTICESHIP – ON THE JOB
TRAINING
 2000
hours = 1 year of training
 Apprentices earn 40-90% of journeyperson
while training
 Only certain trades have apprenticeship
options (60+)
 For more information:
nsapprenticeship.ca
NOVA SCOTIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
(NSCC)
80% of HS students feel they will go to
university, 50% will
 13 campuses across Nova Scotia
 Over 140 program options - suitable for all types
of students
 Nova Scotia is experiencing a shortage of skilled
workers (shipbuilding)
 Application format has changed
 Articulation agreements exist in many programs
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PRIVATE REGISTERED COLLEGES
A
business that offers occupational
training (flight attendant, cosmetology,
business admin diploma, etc.)
 Often have less stringent admission
requirements
 Tuition rates are substantially higher
http://pcc.ednet.ns.ca/colleges
APPLICATION PROCESS
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Application for Atlantic universities and colleges usually begin
in Feb. Students can apply earlier.
NSCC apply now ***
Ontario universities require earlier applications. Deadlines
vary with universities…some in December/January (OUAC)
Transcripts are not ready until mid-February. Students must
sign up in the guidance office at the secretary’s desk. Please
don’t request more than you need.
Transcripts should be sealed in an envelope. An address label
will be provided if you indicate the name of the institution.
Students are responsible for sending out their own transcripts
to post-secondary institutions.
It is the student’s responsibility to add postage and mail.
ADMISSION INFORMATION
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Students must check
to see that they meet
the admission
requirements and
deadlines of
universities/colleges of
interest.
Students will be
assessed based on
first semester marks
and grade 11 marks
for early admission.
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Most institutions
require a fee to
process applications
i.e. $45
Most prefer an on-line
version for faster
processing
For those students
interested in
residence a separate
application is
sometimes required
and earlier
application dates i.e.
MUN
SCHOLARSHIPS
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Community based scholarships that arrive throughout year
Twitter : SJAGuidance!!!
Entrance scholarships – DAL NEW APPLICATION!
School-based scholarships (SJA scholarship form due April)
Parent work scholarships
Internet options:
 scholarshipscanada.com
 studentawards.com
Involvement is important as marks for winning
scholarships
Funding for visible minorities, students with disabilities
also available.
TUITION AND RESIDENCE FEES
EXAMPLES 2012
Tuition
Residence/Meal Total (per year)
s
St. FXU
$5300 + Fees
$6205
$8700 to $10 000
$14 000 $16 000
Memorial
University
$2550 + Fees
$3000
$6516 to $7400
$9 576 $12 000
Acadia
University
$5775 + Fees
$6500
$8600 to $11 500
$15 000 $17 000
McGill
$6155 + Fees
$7771
$6800 to $10 000
$14 000 $17 000
NSCC
$2800-$3900
NONE
$2800 - $3900
STUDENT LOANS:
www.studentloans.ednet.ns.ca
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Are meant to
supplement income
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Not all students are
eligible
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Students don’t
apply until late
May/June
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Students must
apply on-line
Processing time
takes from 4-6
weeks
A student line of
credit can be used to
supplement or
replace student loan
Student Presentation in March – more info to come.
www.novascotia.ca/studentassistance
DECISION-MAKING
 Student
needs to follow their heart
 Decide what student’s important values
are
 Prioritize
 Research options – Open Houses
 Talk to people in the field
 Job shadow
 Talk to employers
 Take advantage of Career Cruising
WHAT INFORMATION
NEED?
DO STUDENTS
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Student’s skills and interests (not yours)
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Programs that match skills & interests
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High School course requirements and grades
necessary to apply for program.
Institutions that offer the programs
Location of institution (does it fit student - visit,
check things out, stay at home or residence?)
Cost of program, texts and other supplies
UPCOMING EVENTS
Oct 6 – AARAO Tour at SJA (2-3:15pm, 7-8pm)
Oct 15/16 – Parents as Career Coaches, SJA @ 6:30–9pm
Oct 20 – University of Guelph, SJA @ 11:50am
Oct 21 – NSCC Open House Day (all campuses)
Oct 22 – Univeristy of New Brunswick, SJA @ 11:50am
Oct 23 – St. Mary’s University, SJA @ 10am
Nov 6 – Ryerson University, SJA @ 12pm
Nov 6 – IWK Career Day 9-12
UPCOMING EVENTS - SCHOLARSHIPS
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October 22/29th: Loran Scholarship Due (valued
up to $100,000)
November 28th: TD Scholarships for
Community Leadership - Value: Up to $70,000
(Community leadership)
December: D&R Sobey Atlantic Scholarship Value: $75,000 (Commerce program at Queen’s
School of Business)
December: Shulich Leader Scholarship - Value:
$60,000 (leadership, academic and/or financial)
GRAD INFO
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Grad Photos – Early December. Students sign
up.
Grad Fees - $55 LAST YEAR – waiting for
contract for this years fees (cash/debit/credit
card)
Prom – June 13, 2015
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Marriott Harbourfront Hotel, further details TBA
GRADUATION 2015
We encourage all students to come and celebrate
graduation. If you are unable to attend the
ceremony, diplomas will be available for pickup
by student or parent only on June 30th in the
guidance office.
No mail outs unless prior arrangements have been
made.
GRAD REHEARSAL 2015
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Friday, June 26th, 2015 Exhibition Park
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Assemble at 1pm
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Approximate time line 2 hours
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After rehearsal please pick up your graduation
gown
GRADUATION 2015
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Monday, June 29th, 2015
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Students must arrive no later than 1pm
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Graduation will commence at 2pm
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Return gowns immediately after the ceremony
STUDENT’S GRADUATION FOLDER
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Diploma
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French Immersion Certificate where applicable
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Final Report Card
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3 Official Transcripts (2 in sealed envelopes for
post secondary institutions – DO NOT OPEN)
QUESTIONS?
Follow us on Twitter!!!
@SJAGuidance