Grade 09 Courses

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  • ACCEL 9 (Humanities)

    Students will complete English 9 with Social Studies 9 and Social Studies 10 in one class that spans the school year. This provides students with three course credits in a two course timeframe. As this opportunity demands academic rigor and caters to motivated learners, a selection process is in place. … Read more

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  • ACCEL 9 Sci-matics

    Based on a successful application and interview process. Accel Scimatics is an in-depth study of how Math and Science are interrelated. The Big Ideas of Science 9 and 10 are taught through the overarching lens of Mathematics. Students will complete Science 9, Science 10, and Math 9 in one linear… Read more

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  • Athletic Leadership 9

    Students must apply to be accepted into this course which is designed to allow like-minded students the opportunity to explore interests in a range of athletic pursuits. The course runs together with Physical Education for a double block of time. Students will be given the opportunity to learn and demonstrate… Read more

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  • Beginner Dance (Foundations) 9-12

    This is an inclusive course designed for any student interested in developing their identity and sense of belonging through movement. We will learn technical skills across a wide variety of genres to build self-expression, perseverance and resilience. This course is suitable for any student, from beginner to advanced, who wishes… Read more

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  • Business Education 9-ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND MARKETING 9/10

    Marketing is one of the most interesting and fun business courses you can take. This course will teach you marketing from the perspective of a business owner and a customer. You will learn about the different activities involved in the planning, pricing, promoting, distributing, and selling of products. As in… Read more

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  • Community Leadership 11

    Welcome to Community Leadership 11! This course is tailored to provide students with the chance to enhance their individual and collective sense of social responsibility by acquiring and applying leadership skills. Throughout the course, students will cultivate lifelong skills in goal-setting, time management, public speaking, school and community service, public… Read more

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  • Community Leadership 9

    Welcome to Community Leadership 9! This course is tailored to provide students with the chance to enhance their individual and collective sense of social responsibility by acquiring and applying leadership skills. Throughout the course, students will cultivate lifelong skills in goal-setting, time management, public speaking, school and community service, decision… Read more

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  • Computer Studies 9

    A variety of software programs and technology will be used to teach students how to research, organize, and present information.  Students will be given an introduction to programming and problem solving.   Students will also be introduced to how computers work and the operation of simple network

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  • Dance Company 9/10/11/12

    This course is designed for students who want additional performance opportunities and/or are considering pursuing dance in some capacity after high school.  This course is open to all students with previous dance experience or training. This course aims to help each students improve their dance technique, flexibility, muscular strength, fitness… Read more

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  • Drama 9

    This course focuses on using drama as a way into collaboration, creativity, communication and building self-confidence.  Students will use a variety of theatrical techniques: role-play, improvisation, character building, scripting, movement, story theatre and drama games, in order to help develop these skills.  Students will be expected to attend and participate… Read more

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  • Electronics and Robotics 9-10

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  • English 9

    English 9 invites students on an engaging exploration of literature that celebrates diverse voices and narratives. By delving into a variety of texts, including novels, short stories, poems and non-fiction, students will encounter voices that reflect the rich diversity of our communities. The course places a strong emphasis on fostering… Read more

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  • FIT For LIFE Physical Education 9 – 10

    FIT for LIFE PE is a promotion of life-long physical and mental healthy lifestyles, wellness, and nutrition.This will be an encouraging and supportive environment focused on more personal choice in physical activity, personal goal-setting and engaging in physical pursuits that will last through adulthood. Community recreation access and awareness will… Read more

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  • Foods 9

    This is an introductory course covering: nutritional studies and food preparation in selected areas and consumer education. Students will learn the basics of cooking and baking. The overall theme is “Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner,” so recipes range from pancakes to pasta, eggs to enchiladas! The students will learn the importance… Read more

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  • French 9

    This course is an introduction to the French language. You are neither expected nor required to have any previous knowledge of French, but you may be surprised about how much you already know! The primary focus of this course will be to learn French through comprehensible input that focuses on… Read more

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  • Guitar 9-12

    Guitar 9-12 is a space for both beginner and advanced guitar players to develop their playing at their own pace. We’ll be exploring a wide variety of music, playing as a group, and playing on our own. There will be opportunities to learn other instruments, play in small groups, and… Read more

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  • Introductory Spanish 9-11

    This course is an introduction to the Spanish language. You are neither expected nor required to have any previous knowledge of Spanish, but you may be surprised about how much you already know! The primary focus of this course will be to learn Spanish through comprehensible input that focuses on… Read more

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  • Jazz Band 9/10

    Lambrick Park Secondary School offers Jazz Band outside the timetable. At the moment, we rehearse twice a week, once before school and once at lunch. Jazz Band will be open to those students who are regular members of the Concert Band or at the discretion of the band director. Participation… Read more

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  • Junior Concert Band – Music 9

    The Junior Concert Band rehearses during regular school hours. This course is “backed” with P.E., allowing students the maximum number of course options and credits per year. Students will continue to develop their technique, musicianship and music theory. Participation in this group will be open to those students who have… Read more

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  • Math Department Overview

    Descriptions of the 3 Math Streams: Pre-Calculus  Pre-Calculus (Pre-Cal)* provides students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for entry into post-secondary programs (e.g. Engineering, Mathematics, and Science) that require the study of theoretical calculus. Topics include: algebra and number, polynomials, relations and functions, trigonometry, and financial mathematics.  Foundations… Read more

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  • Mathematics 9

    This course may include the following concepts: Operations with rational numbers (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and order of operations), exponents and exponent laws with whole-number exponents, operations with polynomials, of degree less than or equal to 2, two-variable linear relations, using graphing, interpolation, and extrapolation, multi-step one-variable linear equations, spatial proportional reasoning statistics in society, and… Read more

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  • Media Art/Film and Television 9-12

    Students in the course will learn the basics of graphic design and film production.  They will learn a variety of technology and programs in order to create their own work and films.  This course will focus on the creative process and seeing project through from the idea phase until the… Read more

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  • Media Arts 9-12

    Students should have a background in art foundations based on the elements and principles of design, from which they will develop a critical response to the media of their environment. Students will create and design with a variety of technology and mediums to produce newsletters, logo designs and documentary video… Read more

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  • Metal Work 9, 10, 11, 12

    This is a wonderful, fun program. Learn how to form and shape metal into useful projects and creative works of art. As a first-time student in the metal shop, you will start with construction of a hose bracket. This project introduces you to most of the machines and processes in… Read more

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  • Modern Languages at Lambrick Park

    We use a multi-dimensional approach to second language learning which emphasizes communicative competence in listening, speaking, reading and writing. At all grade levels, our goal is to increase your knowledge, enjoyment and appreciation for the language and culture of French and Spanish speaking countries and to increase your ability to… Read more

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  • Music 9/10 Concert Choir

    Length: 1 school year Concert Choir at Lambrick meets once a week before school and once a week at lunch. Choir focuses on not only learning and performing a variety of music in a minimum of four-part harmony, but also on building confidence and technique in their individual singing abilities…. Read more

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  • Musical Theatre 9 – 12

    This course meets outside the regular timetable in order to produce a performance of a  full-length Broadway Musical from start to finish.  There are three separate classes that meet as a part of this course: Cast, which needs to audition near the beginning of the school year; Crew, which anyone… Read more

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  • Numeracy Math 9

    This course is an opportunity to enhance fundamental Math skills from Mathematics 7 & 8 and incorporate those skills into a better foundation for success in either Math 9 or Workplace Math 10.  We take the time necessary for students to catch-up, build confidence in, and learn at a deeper… Read more

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  • OUTDOOR EDUCATION 9 -12

    Have you ever wanted to climb a mountain? Surf in the ocean? Backpack along the Juan De Fuca trail? Explore the amazing wilderness we are fortunate to share here in Canada and around the world? The outdoor education course is an experiential course designed to offer students the opportunity to… Read more

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  • Physical Education 9

    This course places an emphasis on basic skills and on reinforcement of the principle rules of sport and recreational games.  The course provides more in-depth exposure to activities introduced in previous years.

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  • Science 9

    Students gain a foundation in scientific processes and preparation for senior Science courses while exploring four strands of science: Life Sciences, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Science. The Big Ideas of the course are: Cells are derived from cells. The Continuity of Life explores cell theory and various forms of reproduction…. Read more

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  • Social Studies 9

    Social Studies 9 curriculum focuses on the big ideas of history: how emerging ideas and ideologies profoundly influence societies and events, how this can, in turn, cause disparities in power which alter the balance of relationships between individuals and between societies and how collective identity is constructed and changes over… Read more

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  • Sports Performance ‐ Basketball 9/10/11/12

    This course is geared towards the basketball player who wishes to improve performance. This will be a multi‐graded class. Students will work on basic skills, strategies, and concepts related to basketball. Additionally students will be able to train using a variety of methods such as weights, circuits and plyometrics  to… Read more

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  • Strings Orchestra

    Length: 1 school year 4 credits This course is designed as a continuation of the grade 8 middle school strings course. It is open to any student with a minimum of 1 year of strings experience. It will be held Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 7:20 a.m. to 8:20… Read more

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  • Trades Exploration 9, 10, 11, 12

    Do you like working with your hands and are interested in how things work? This class is for young men and women that would like to learn more about home renovation. In this class we will look at pipe trades (plumbing), residential wiring (electrical), carpentry/joinery, and some basic metal work… Read more

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  • Visual Arts General 9

    This art foundations course builds a repertoire of skills and vocabulary based on the elements and the principles of art with an introduction to art history. Students will explore drawing and painting with an individual research focus.

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  • Vocal Jazz 9-12

    Vocal Jazz meets before school once a week, and once and a while at lunch as needed.  Students must be enrolled in Concert Choir to be in Vocal Jazz. Students are introduced to vocal jazz style, form and listening skills. The student will learn vocal jazz articulations, singing techniques, improvisation… Read more

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  • Woodworking 9, 10, 11, 12

    This beginning course in woodworking is open to all students. The course is designed to introduce students to the proper use of power tools and machines used in industry and the home. The emphasis will be on safety, machine operating procedures, maintenance and care. The students will be taught the… Read more

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