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BC Curriculum Secondary Course Pathways
March 2025
QualityAssurance: Triple Accreditation
The BC Graduation Programme
● Flexible & student centered
● Core academic courses
● Elective courses
● Future ready skills development
● Career education
● Literacy & Numeracy Assessments
● Post-secondary flexibility
● Dogwood Diploma highly regarded worldwide
BC Course Pathways to Graduation
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
Regulatory Oversight & QualityAssurance
● BC Curriculum is recognized as a top curriculum worldwide
● Teacher certification with the BC Ministry of Education
● Adherence to teacher professional standards
● A BC Offshore Program inspection is conducted annually
● Universities recognize that our programme is accredited by 3 external Educational Institutions.
How Do I KnowWhat My Child is Learning?
Grade 6 & 7 Course Selections
Grade 8 Course Selections
Honours Placement
Honours Courses
● Math & Science
● English Honours (2025-2026)
Honors Selection
● Grade 7 ISAresults
● Previous & current grades
● Organizational & study skills
● Teacher recommendation
● HOD &Academic Director review
● Ability to handle the academic rigour & pacing
● Attitude towards learning
● For Math & Science: GaussAssessment (University of Waterloo)
● Parental consent
Grade 9 Course Selections
Graduation Programme - Grade 10 Course Selections
The Graduation Programme (gr. 10-12) Credit Requirements
The Graduation Programme (Gr. 10-12) Credit Requirements
Students require a minimum of 80 credits to graduate
● 52 credits are required from the following core courses
○ LanguageArts 10, 11, 12 (12 credits)
○ Social Studies 10, 11, or 12 (8 credits)
○ Mathematics 10, 11, or 12 (8 credits)
○ Science 10, 11, or 12 (8 credits)
○ Physical and Health Education 10 (4 credits)
○ Arts Education and/orApplied Design, Skills, and Technologies 10, 11, or 12 (4 credits)
○ Career-Life Education (4 credits)
○ Career-Life Connections (4 credits)
● At least 28 credits must be elective course credits . These can be chosen from Grade 10, 11, or 12 levels, but at least 16 of these credits must be at the Grade 12 level, which can include required Grade 12 courses and elective Grade 12 courses.
*Many students graduate with more than 80 credits
The Graduation Programme (gr. 10-12) Credit Requirements
A minimum of 80 credits is required to Graduate
52 credits are from Core Courses + 28 are elective courses= a total of 80 credits
At least 16 credits must be at the Grade 12 level
*Many students graduate with more than 80 credits
BC Curriculum offers students personalized pathways within a structured framework
Digital Course Planning Guide
● Link to the digital planning guide will be sent to parents
The digital guide includes:
● Core course descriptions
● Elective course descriptions
● Course pathways diagrams
● Students will have an information session with our Guidance Counsellors
● Course selections will be completed in February
Saltus Course Pathways - Digital Guide
Overview of Course Pathways
The Grade 10 Literacy Studies and Composition course develops reading, writing, and critical thinking skills. Students analyze literary texts, improve writing across formats, and refine communication through discussions. Emphasis is placed on interpretation, argumentation, and inquiry, preparing students for advanced English studies and effective real-world communication. (4 Credits)
Course Description
Course Selection Support & Guidance
● Regular information sessions for students & parents
● Meetings for Grade 9 with our guidance counsellors after the mid-term break in February.
● We will invite parents as well.
● Students will have a pathway portfolio to track their course credits from Gr. 10-12
● Support and guidance from LSS for students with learning differences
● University tours offered
● On site visits from University representatives
Career 10 Course
Key Features: Integrated in the students schedule
(1 block-week community time)
● Personal Exploration: Identify strengths, values, and interests.
● Goal Setting: Develop academic and personal growth plans.
● Career Research: Explore post-secondary options and career paths.
● Capstone Project: Showcase learning through a personalized project. Students will begin their research and present their capstone in Grade 12.
Career-Life Connections 12:
Prepares students for life beyond high school through reflection, planning, and real-world experiences.An extension of Careers 10.
Career Life Connections 12
● Personal Development: Reflect on values, skills, and career goals.
● Experiential Learning:Apply learning through work experience, volunteering, or community involvement.
Post-Secondary Planning: Explore pathways for education, careers, and life goals.
Capstone Project: Showcase growth and future plans in a final presentation.
Graduation Programme: Assessments in Grade 10 & 12
Grade 10 students complete
two assessments
● Literacy 10 (English)
● Numeracy 10 (Mathematics)
Grade 12 students complete 1
final assessment
● Literacy 12 (English)
Graduation Programme (Gr. 10-12) Assessment
Graduation Programme (Gr. 10-12) Report Card
Grade %
Recognized Level of Proficiency
A 86-100 The student demonstrates excellent or outstanding performance in relation to learning outcomes for the course.
B 73-85 The student demonstrates very good performance in relation to learning outcomes for the course.
C+ 67-72 The student demonstrates good performance in relation to learning outcomes for the course.
C 60-66 The student demonstrates satisfactory performance in relation to learning outcomes for the course.
C- 50-59 The student demonstrates minimally acceptable performance in relation to learning outcomes for the course.
IE (Insufficient Evidence of Learning)The student has not provided sufficient evidence of learning in relation to the learning outcomes for the course.
F 0-49 (Failing)The student is not demonstrating minimally acceptable learning in relation to the learning outcomes for the course.The letter grade “F” may only be assigned if an “IE” (Insufficient Evidence of Learning) letter grade has previously been assigned for that course.
Starting in Grade 10 students enter the BC graduation programme. They get:
1. A BC Ministry of Education transcript.
2. An overview of all grades and credits completed.
3. Results of key literacy and numeracy assessments. (grades 10 & 12)
4. Transcript also includes a. All external courses b. AP certificate
BC Transcript
Date completionof
Courses
Let’s Address Misconceptions
Misconceptions on Report Cards
Report cards don’t have percentages or letter grades.
Grades 10, 11, and 12 report cards provide a letter grade and percentage and credits for all courses taken.
Misconceptions on UniversityAcceptance Requirements
GCSE’s are required for UK university entrance.
Fact
False: GCSE’s are not required. In fact, the BC Curriculum provides students with direct entry into UK universities.
Misconceptions on Recognition of the BC Curriculum
MythThe Dogwood Diploma is not accepted by UK Universities.
Fact
The Dogwood Diploma is widely accepted and highly regarded in the UK and universities worldwide. In fact, UK Universities hold the BC Curriculum in higher regard than US curriculum.
Misconceptions regarding the transcript when leaving the school before graduation.
Myth
My child will be disadvantaged if we leave Saltus for another school before graduation.
Fact
Not true. Your child’s BC transcript is recognized worldwide as a curriculum with high academic rigour.
There are no rigorous standardized assessments in the BC Graduation Programme.
Standardized Assessments
False. There are standardized assessments in
Grade 10 (2): Literacy & Numeracy and
Grade 12: Literacy
Advanced Placement (AP) Courses
Myth
If my child doesn’t take AP’s he/she will not be accepted in university.
Fact
False. Students who graduate with their Dogwood diploma with good grades are accepted in universities worldwide.
Students enrolled in the BC Curriculum can take AP courses
● Flexible Integration:APcourses can be taken as electives or in place of standard BC curriculum courses if the school allows
● Dual Benefits: Students earn BC credits while preparing forAPexams, which can lead to university credit or advanced standing at post-secondary institutions.
● UniversityAdvantage:APcourses strengthen university applications, especially for competitive programmes.
Course Selection Dates
February
18th - 20th Grade 7, 8, and 9 student course information Session
February 20th - 28th
Student course selection will open. Parents and students to receive additional information.
Student Guided Course Selection Process
March
3rd - 20th
Grade 9 students will have an individual meeting with Mrs. Walker or Mr.Anthony to discuss their course selections.
Parents/Guardians are invited to attend these sessions.
May
Students receive their schedules
BC Curriculum Recognized Post- Secondary Requirements
BC Curriculum Recognized Post- Secondary Requirements
BC Curriculum Recognized Post- Secondary Requirements
BC Curriculum Recognized Post- Secondary Requirements
BC Curriculum Recognized Post- Secondary Requirements
BC Curriculum Recognized Post- Secondary Requirements
BC Curriculum Recognized Post- Secondary Requirements
BC Curriculum Recognized Post- Secondary Requirements
OneAand four Bs
Canada United States UK International
University of British Columbia
University of Toronto
University of Victoria
McMaster
Queen's University
Acadia
University
Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS) Advantage
Saltus graduates are eligible to receive benefits on reduced tuition at the following universities as a result of graduating from a CAIS accredited institution.
Dogwood Graduation Diploma
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