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Regional ProgramsRegional programs offered by the Peel District School Board empower students by providing an opportunity to develop and explore skills in a particular area of interest. All students may apply for the programs. Busing Transportation is not provided for students in regional programs. If students have been accepted into a regional program and they live within the school boundary, they are eligible for busing only if they meet the distance criteria outlined in Policy #39—Transportation. Fees Most regional programs include an annual fee. The fee is specific to the program. Information nights Students and their families are encouraged to attend the information night for the program of their choice to receive more information about the program and application details. If you are unable to attend the information night, information and application details are available through the school.
ArtsRegional Arts programs are offered at the middle and secondary school level. At the middle school level, students who are accepted into the program will experience a comprehensive education in the arts, while learning the Ontario curriculum. At the secondary level, students accepted into the program will experience a comprehensive education in an arts discipline of their choice, while learning the Ontario curriculum. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in a variety of arts experiences including guest artists in the classroom, field trips and co-curricular activities. Students must audition to be accepted into the program. Information about the audition is available from each of the schools. Arts—grades 6 to 8
Arts—grades 9 to 12 Students can audition for the arts program in grade 9 without having attended the program in middle school. Space permitting, students can audition for entry to the program in grade 10, 11 and 12. Students receive a certificate upon completion of the program. Students living south of Highway 401 Cawthra Park Secondary School 1305 Cawthra Rd. Mississauga, ON L5G 4L1 905-274-1271 Information night: Nov. 1, 2011 at 7 p.m. Application deadline: Dec. 13, 2011 More program and application information is available on the school website or by contacting the school. Students living north of Highway 401 Mayfield Secondary School 5000 Mayfield Rd, RR. No. 4 Caledon, ON L7C 0Z5 905-846-6060 Information night: Nov. 1, 2011 at 7 p.m. Application deadline: Dec. 2, 2011 More information and an application package is available on the school website or by contacting the school. FlexographyFlexography is a package print technology and a growing segment of the printing industry. Students learn to design and manufacture industry-standard packaging products. The program prepares students for entry into post-secondary programs, or a career in the printing industry upon graduation. Students may apply to begin the program in grades 9, 10 or 11. Flexography—grades 9 to 12 Gordon Graydon Memorial Secondary School 1490 Ogden Ave. Mississauga, ON L5E 2H8 905-274-2391 Information night: Dec. 1, 2011 at 7 p.m. Application deadline: TBD More program and application information is available by contacting the school. International Baccalaureate (IB)The International Baccalaureate program provides a stimulating academic environment that celebrates learning and connects it to the world outside the classroom. It emphasizes awareness and acceptance of all cultures and attitudes, and fosters an understanding of how and why we learn. The International Baccalaureate program is designed by the International Baccalaureate Organization, a non-profit Swiss-based educational foundation. It was formed in 1968 with an initial goal of establishing a common curriculum and university entry credentials. Upon completion of the IB program, students earn a diploma that is recognized by universities internationally. IB—grades 7 and 8 W.G. Davis Senior Public School 491 Bartley Bull Pkwy Brampton, ON L6W 2M7 905-459-3661 Information night: Jan. 26, 2012 at 7 p.m. Application deadline: Feb. 22, 2012 For more information, contact the school, visit the school website. IB—grades 9 to 12 Students can apply for the IB program in grade 9 without having attended the program in grade 7 and 8. Students living south of Highway 401 Glenforest Secondary School 3575 Fieldgate Dr., Mississauga, ON L4X 2J6 905-625-7731 Information night: Nov. 24, 2011 at 5:30 p.m. Application deadline: Jan. 11, 2012 More program and application information is available on the school website or by contacting the school. Students living north of Highway 401 Turner Fenton Secondary School 7935 Kennedy Rd., South Brampton, ON L6V3N2 905-453-9220 Information night: Nov. 24, 2011 at 7 p.m. Application deadline: Jan. 11, 2012 More program and application information is available on the school website or by contacting the school. International Business and TechnologyThe International Business Technology (IBT) program builds on the traditional curriculum by providing students with a challenging program in all academic areas. Students enrolled in the program will explore subjects from a global perspective. The IBT program's award-winning and innovative approach extends beyond the classroom to the real world. Since the program began in 1994, it has become a recognized leader in:
IBT—grades 7 and 8 Allan A. Martin Senior Public School 1390 Ogden Ave. Mississauga ON L5E 2H8 905-278-6104 Information nights: Jan. 18, 2012 at 5:30 and 7 p.m. Application deadline: Feb. 22, 2012 More program and application information is available on the school website or by contacting the school. IBT—grades 9 to 12 Students living south of Highway 401: Gordon Graydon Memorial Secondary School 1490 Ogden Ave. Mississauga L5E 2H8 905-274-2391 Information night: Dec. 1, 2011 at 7 p.m. Applications due: TBD More program and application information is available on the school website or by contacting the school. Students living north of Highway 401 North Park Secondary School 10 North Park Dr. Brampton L6S 3M1 905-456-1906 Information nights: Nov. 22 & 23, 2011 at 7 p.m. Applications due: Jan. 13, 2012
SciTechThe SciTech program integrates a hands-on, minds-on philosophy and provides students with an interactive approach to learning. The program is enhanced through the science and technology curriculum and through participation in activities such as excursions, guest speakers, competitions and clubs.
SciTech—grades 6 to 8 Entry to the program is grade 6. Tomken Road Middle School 3200 Tomken Road Mississauga, ON L4Y 2Y6 905-277-0321 Information night: Jan. 19, 2012 at 6:30 and 7:15 p.m. Application deadline: Feb. 3, 2012 Workshop: Feb. 9, 2012 More program and application information is available on the school website or by contacting the school. SciTech—grades 9 to 12
Students can apply for the SciTech program in grade 9 without having attended the program in middle school. In grades 9 and 10, students will explore a range of techology and science skills, knowledge, applications and career pathways. In the grade 11 and 12 programs, students will focus on an interest in a science pathway or a techology pathway. Students receive a certificate upon completion of the four-year program. Students living south of Highway 401 Port Credit Secondary School 70 Mineola Rd. East Mississauga, ON L5G 2E5 905-278-3382 Information night: Nov. 29, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. Application deadline: Dec. 12, 2011 More program and application information is available on the school website or by contacting the school. Students living north of Highway 401 Chinguacousy Secondary School 1370 Williams Parkway Brampton, ON L6S 1V3 905-791-2400 Information night: Nov. 29, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. Application deadline: Dec. 14, 2011 More program and application information is available on the school website or by contacting the school.
StringsStudents enrolled in the Regional Strings program (for violin, viola, cello and bass) have the opportunity to explore the many facets of string playing through Chamber Strings (for advanced players), Intermediate Strings (for students with one or two years experience), and Beginning Strings (for students with no previous experience). While still completing the Ontario curriculum, students in the strings program will experience a range of musical opportunities including performing with full orchestra and ensemble, professional coaching sessions, attendance at live concerts and rehearsals, master classes with professional musicians, and an educational excursion to Europe in alternate years. Students receive a certificate upon completion of the four-year program. Port Credit Secondary School 70 Mineola Rd. East Mississauga, ON L5G 2E5 905-278-3382 Information night: Nov. 29, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. Application deadline: Dec. 12, 2011 For more information, contact Andrew Kizas, Director, Regional Strings Program, at 905-278-3382, or visit the school website. Truck and CoachThe Truck and Coach program offered at Bramalea Secondary School compliments the school’s existing Specialist High Skills Major program in transportation. Students in the Truck and Coach program will complete all requirements of the Ontario secondary school diploma, while taking courses focused on various aspects of the transportation industry. Classes will take place in a new state-of-the-art facility. The program is offered in partnership with Centennial College and other advanced training institutions, and prepares students for entry into post-secondary programs, or a career in the transportation industry upon graduation. Truck and Coach —grades 9 to 12 Bramalea Secondary School 510 Balmoral Drive Brampton, ON L6T 1W4 905-793-2400 Information night: Dec. 8, 2011 at 7 p.m. Application deadline: Jan. 27, 2012 More program and application information is available by contacting the school. Watch a promo video about the program. Download the application package.
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