Downsview Secondary School
Arts Advantage Program
MEMO TO: PARENTS/GUARDIANS
Important Notice: Grade 9 Application Process
Dear Parent/Guardian,
If Downsview Secondary School - Arts Advantage Program is the choice of school for your
son/daughter please make sure all the “Required Forms” are completed and returned to
Downsview Secondary school by 4:00 pm February 2nd, 2009. Students selecting
Downsview Secondary School - Arts Advantage Program may return their applications
directly to Downsview Secondary School or return their application through the Board
Mail (you will want this package in the mail by Jan. 25th). Please consult with your
elementary school regarding Board Mail.
The following completed forms must be included in the submitted package:
1. Contact Information Form
2. Incoming Grade 9 Student Art Profile
3. School Academic and Referral Form
4. Grade Nine Course Selection Sheet
5. One copy of the most recent Grade 8 Report Card
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We will notify all students of their admission status by February 2nd, 2009.
If you require more information about the grade 9 Application process please do not
hesitate to call Bruce McCulligh 416-395-3200 ext. 20100
Bruce McCulligh
Assistant Curriculum Leader Arts & Arts Advantage
Downsview Secondary School - Arts Advantage Program
CONTACT INFORMATION FORM
TO BE COMPLETED BY CURRENT SCHOOL OR DESIGNATE
A: STUDENT INFORMATION (Please Print)
Student’s Family Name: __________________-Given Name: _______________-- Initial: _____
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Student Address_____________________________________________________________
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(Apt. #)
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Telephone:
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B: TO BE COMPLETED BY CURRENT SCHOOL OR DESIGNATE
(for TDSB Office Use Only)
1. Current School Name Telephone #:______________________________________________
Entry Code Secondary School Code: ______________________________________________
2. Current French Program:
�Core � Extended � Immersion � None
3. Applied to Other Schools/Programs:
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yes
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#1:________________ #2: ___________________
4. Recommended Placement: (Circle Applied or Academic)
English Applied/Academic
Math Applied/Academic
Science Applied/Academic
5. Comments: ________________________________________________________________
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6. The program selected is based on the school’s recommendations:
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7. Signature of Principal or Designate: _____________________________________
Collection of Personal Information
Personal information contained on this form or personal information collected on behalf of the
Toronto District School Board is collected under the authority of the Education Act and in
compliance with sections 14, 31 and 32 of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection Act,
1989. This information is required to register and place the student in the school system, or for a
consistent purpose such as the allocation of staff and resources. Refer to Choices 2009/2010 for
information about secondary schools and course selection.
Downsview Secondary School Arts Advantage Program
GRADE 9 COURSE SELECTION SHEET
2009 – 2010
Downsview Secondary School Arts Advantage Program
7 Hawskdale Rd. Toronto, Ontario
Tel (416) 395-3200 Fax (416) 395-4455
T.D.S.B. Student Number_____________________
Last Name:______________________________ First Name;_______________________
Student Number:________________________________________ Male ___ Female ___
ALL STUDENTS MUST TAKE 8 COURSES
Choose either the Academic or the Applied Course.
Select ONE of
[ ] ENG1D English (Academic)
OR
[ ] ENG1P English (Applied)
All Students MUST take
[ ] ALC10 Comprehensive Arts – Arts Advantage Foundation (open)
[ ] TTI101 Integrated Business and Technology for Arts Advantage students
[ ] PPL10F Healthy Active Living Education – Female (open)
OR
[ ] PPL10M Healthy Active Living Education – Male (open)
Select ONE of
[ ] MPM1D Mathematics (Academic) OR [ ] MPM1P Mathematics (Applied)
Select ONE of
[ ] SNC1D Science (Academic)
Select ONE of
[ ] CGC1D Geography of Canada (Academic)
OR
[ ] CGC1P Geography of Canada (Applied)
Select ONE of
[ ] FSF1D French (Academic) OR
OR
[ ] SNC1P Science (Applied)
[ ] FSF1P French (Applied)
Notes to Parents and Guardians
1. Downsview Secondary School - Arts Advantage Program Students who have particular skills and talents will
be given enrichment opportunities. Interviews will be scheduled with students to determine their needs at the
beginning of the 2009 – 2010 school year.
2. Academic programs are complemented by numerous opportunities for co-curricular involvement in student
clubs, sports, musical ensembles, dance recitals, drama presentations and art shows.
a) The Grade 9 Arts Profile, the Grade 9 Academic Profile and a copy of the most recent Grade 8 report card
must be sent with the Grade 9 course selection.
b) An Optional Attendance Form must be included with the grade 9-application package, form includes
Student’s Signature, Parent/Guardian’s Signature, and the approval of the present Middle School
COURSE SELECTION PROCESS
Course selection sheets are used for educational planning and are required each year.
Please note that changes to a student’s program will only be made for sound educational reasons and where
enrolment is insufficient to warrant a course being offered.
Downsview Secondary School Arts Advantage Program
INCOMING GRADE NINE STUDENT ART PROFILE
Last Name: ___________________________________ First Name: _____________________________
Teacher’s Name: _______________________________ School: ________________________________
Phone # _____________________________________ FAX: __________________________________
General Information regarding criteria of acceptance to the Arts Advantage Program
The Arts Advantage Program will not require an official audition for grade 8 students who want to apply in
grade 9. However all students interested in applying to Downsview Secondary School - Arts Advantage Program
for grade 9, must have succeeded academically in grade 8 and must have demonstrated a strong interest and
experience in the Arts during their stay at their elementary school or outside the school system. Both
academic results and art performance will have to be verified by the grade 8 teacher and/or by teachers
providing lessons, workshops and/or professional training in various aspects of the performing arts and/or
visual arts. To help the teacher with that task Downsview Secondary School - Arts Advantage Program has
prepared a “Student Arts Profile” to be completed by the designated teacher who is the most able to give
accurate information about the students’ overall arts skills.
Visual, Media and Performing Arts Experience: Please check all that apply and indicate the number of years of
experience and or demonstrated interest.
[ ] Music Instrumental __________________
[ ] Dance _____________________________
[ ] Music Vocal ________________________
[ ] Drama _____________________________
[ ] Fine Arts _________________________
[ ] Film ______________________________
[ ] Photo ____________________________
[ ] Computer Graphic ____________________
[ ] Video ____________________________
[ ] Other _____________________________
NOTE:
Parents/Guardians may wish to include other relevant documents related to their son/daughter’s Arts
experience such as letters of recommendation and/or copies of visual arts work samples, and attach them to
the student Arts Profile (please note: Do not send originals, copies only) .
For more information please do not hesitate to call Bruce McCulligh, Assistant Curriculum Leader Arts & Arts
Advantages at 416-395-3200 Ext. 20100
Parent/Guardian Comments: (Please add any relevant information)
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THESE DOCUMENTS MUST BE RETURNED WITH THE GRADE 9 COURSE SELECTION SHEET AND A COPY
OF THE MOST RECENT GRADE 8 REPORT CARD TO THE GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT BY FEBRUARY 2, 2009.
Parent /Guardian Signature: ________________________ Phone# ___________________________
Date: ______________
Students who do not meet both the Academic and Arts requirement criteria will not be admitted.
Thank you for your interest in Downsview Secondary School - Arts Advantage Program
Downsview Secondary School Arts Advantage Program
SCHOOL ACADEMIC AND REFERRAL FORM
To be completed by a teacher or administrator of your school and to be included in the grade 9
Application Package
Deadline Date: February 2, 2009
Student’s Name_________________________________________Date of Birth ____/______/______
Day Month
Year
Teacher’s/Administrator’s Name: ________________________________
Position _______________________________
School _______________________________
Board _______________________________
Phone (_____) _________________________
Please complete the section below: (indicate N/A if you cannot comment)
1. How would you rate this student’s creative ability?
Low
Average
High
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
2. How would you rate this student’s academic ability?
Low
Average
High
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
3. How would you rate this student’s attitude toward school?
Not very Committed Average Very Committed
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
4. How committed do you feel this student would be to the academic program?
Not very Committed Average Very Committed
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
5. How would you rate this student’s ability to handle a dual thrust program (arts and academic)?
Low
Average
High
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
6. How would you rate this student’s attendance?
Poor
Average
High
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
7. What co-curricular activities does the student participate in at school?
__________________________________________________________________________________
8. Is there any other information the school should be aware of related to the student’s chances of success?
__________________________________________________________________________________
9. Has this student ever been deemed exceptional by a Special Education Identification, Placement and Review
Committee?
Yes ______ No _____ IEP: Yes _______ No _____
Exceptionality
__________________________________________________________________________________
10. Is the student in a special program (e.g. French Immersion, Learning Centre, Gifted, etc.)?
_____________________________________________________________________________
Downsview Secondary School Arts Advantage Program
YOUR EDUCATIONAL & CAREER PORTFOLOIO PLAN
Student Name:____________________________________Student Number:______________
DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS
This list shows requirements for the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
for students entering grade 9 on or after September 1999.
30 credits @ 110 hours:
40 hours of volunteer work documented by the volunteer organisation.
Successful Completion of Secondary School Literacy Test.
Completion of an Annual Education Plan.
18 compulsory & 12 elective courses:
Compulsory courses include:
4 English, 1 per grade
3 Math
2 Science
Either 1 additional Science at grade 11/12 or 1 Technology credit
1 Canadian history
1 Canadian geography
1 French
1 Arts
1 Health Physical education (HPE)
1 additional course in business/entrepreneurial studies or the arts or HPE
1 Civics and Career studies
1 Additional course in English or a third language or social science/humanities or Canadian and world
studies.
Students transcripts will show all Course attempts for Grade 11 and 12
A credit is granted in recognition of the successful completion of a course that has been scheduled
for a minimum of 110 hours
The Ministry of Education grants diplomas and certificates on the recommendation of the principal
of the school last attended.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION
In selecting their program at Downsview Secondary School, students (along with their
parents/guardians) are responsible in consultation with guidance teachers for determining carefully
the entrance requirements of the institutions and programs to which they intend to apply.
For specific admission requirements, please consult with Guidance and Students Services. Students
can use computer programs and/or the Internet services, and all the various CD’s on Post-secondary
programs by coming to the Guidance Office. All the Calendars from Colleges and Universities are
available there.