Welcome to Grade 10 at Morden Collegiate!
Course Descriptions
Whether you are a returning Grade 9 student or new to our school, below you will find information about courses that are available to for you to register for your Grade 10 year.
Courses will be listed in two categories; Core courses (required by the province in order to receive your Manitoba High School Diploma) and Optional courses (courses you elect to take based on your interests and career or post-secondary education goals). Optional courses are available based on enrollment and are not guaranteed.
We will schedule an information evening for parents as well as host an information session for current grade 9's prior to the course selection process each year. Grade 10 students do not get scheduled into spares or study periods.
Core Courses
English Program Students (5 required credits)
| French Immersion Students (6 required credits)
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Math: 2 options to pick from. Students can request to take one or both.
- Introduction to Pre-Calculus and Applied Math
- Essential Math
| Mathématiques: 2 options à choisir. Les étudiants peuvent demander à suivre l'un ou l'autre, voire les deux.- Intro. aux mathé. apll. et pré-calc.
- Mathématiques au quotidien
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Geography
| Sciences Humaines
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Science
| Sciences de la nature
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Physical Education
| Physical Education
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English Language Arts
| English Language Arts
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| | Français arts langagiers
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English Language Arts
1 credit course
Course Code: ELA20F
Prerequisite: ELA10F
Materials: basic writing materials + dictionary
Cost: $0
Description:
This course builds on the development of skills from English Language Arts 10F. It will offer students a broad range of language experiences using a variety of language forms for personal, social, and academic needs. A major emphasis on inquiry and critical thinking will be used to foster reflective learners. Students will engage in a variety of units which include short stories and short story writing, poetry, academic essay writing and research reports, Shakespearean drama, novel studies (group and independent), and various projects. This course includes a Final Process Exam (Standards Assessment).
Français arts langagiers (required for the French Immersion diploma)
1 credit course
Course Code: FLA20F
Prerequisite: Français arts langagiers 10F or permission from the instructor.
Materials: Bescherelle, l'art de conjuguer' conjugation manual.
Cost: 0$
Description:
Students will continue to refine their use of French, understanding how the language can be altered (tone, vocabulary) depending on the situation of communication. Students will refine their use of formal French for texts, as well as the impartial tone used for essay writing. An emphasis will be placed on refining oral and written French to better follow conventions, on analysing narrative texts and the comprehension of different accents. Students will be invited to situate themselves on the language acquisition continuum and set personal goals for the development of their oral French
Evaluation of this course will include a variety of methods; quizzes, projects, novel study, assignments, oral presentations and a final book report.
Les élèves continueront à affiner leur utilisation du français, en comprenant comment la langue peut être modifiée (ton, vocabulaire) en fonction de la situation de communication. Les étudiants affineront leur utilisation du français formel pour les textes, ainsi que le ton impartial utilisé pour la rédaction de dissertations explicatives. L'accent sera mis sur l'amélioration du français oral et écrit pour mieux suivre les conventions, sur l'analyse de textes narratifs et sur la compréhension de différents accents. Les étudiants seront invités à se situer sur le continuum d'acquisition de la langue et à se fixer des objectifs personnels pour le développement de leur français oral.
L'évaluation de ce cours comprendra une variété de méthodes : des quiz, projets, étude de romans, devoirs, présentations orales et un compte rendu de roman.
Geography/Sciences Humaines (offered in both English and French Immersion)
1 credit course
Course Name, Course Code: Geography GEO 20F SSH 20F
Prerequisite: English course -no prerequisite, French course –French Immersion grade 8 or permission from the instructor
Materials: pen, pencil, looseleaf
Cost: no additional cost
Description:
Geography is more than maps and directions—it's the study of our relationship with the Earth, answering the questions: "What is where? Why there? Why care?" In this course, students will explore the nature of geography, develop geographical thinking skills, and recognize its relevance in everyday life. Through the examination of current global issues such as natural resource ownership, industrial development, food production, trade, and urbanization, students will explore solutions to geographical challenges and work toward a more sustainable future.
Focusing on Canada, North America, and the world, students will gain an understanding of environmental stewardship, sustainable development, and the social, political, and economic implications of their personal choices. By the end of the course, students will be equipped with the tools and methods of geography to think critically and propose solutions to the world's pressing issues.
La géographie ne se résume pas à des cartes et à des indications routières : c'est l'étude de notre relation avec la Terre, qui répond aux questions suivantes : « Qu'est-ce qui se trouve où ? Pourquoi là ? Pourquoi s'en soucier ? » Dans ce cours, les élèves exploreront la nature de la géographie, développeront des compétences de réflexion géographique et reconnaîtront sa pertinence dans la vie quotidienne. En examinant les problèmes mondiaux actuels tels que la propriété des ressources naturelles, le développement industriel, la production alimentaire, le commerce et l'urbanisation, les élèves exploreront des solutions aux défis géographiques et œuvreront pour un avenir plus durable.
En se concentrant sur le Canada, l'Amérique du Nord et le monde, les élèves acquerront une compréhension de la gestion environnementale, du développement durable et des implications sociales, politiques et économiques de leurs choix personnels. À la fin du cours, les élèves seront équipés des outils et des méthodes de géographie pour réfléchir de manière critique et proposer des solutions aux problèmes urgents du monde.
Mathematics
There are two options for Grade 10 students to receive their required math:
Essentials in Math/Mathématiques au quotidien
1 credit course
Course code: EMA 20S, __________
Prerequisite: MAT10F
Materials: scientific calculator, ruler, pencil, eraser, graph paper, protractor
Cost: $0
Description:
Grade 10 Essential Mathematics (20S) is intended for students whose post-secondary planning does not include a focus on mathematics and science-related fields. Grade 10 Essential Mathematics (20S) emphasizes consumer applications, problem solving, decision making, and spatial sense. Students are expected to work both individually and in small groups on mathematical concepts and skills encountered in everyday life in a technological society.
Les mathématiques essentielles de 10e année (20S) sont destinées aux étudiants dont les projets postsecondaires n'incluent pas un focus sur les domaines liés aux mathématiques et aux sciences. Les mathématiques essentielles de 10e année (20S) mettent l'accent sur les applications à la consommation, la résolution de problèmes, la prise de décision et le sens spatial. Les étudiants sont censés travailler à la fois individuellement et en petits groupes sur des concepts et des compétences mathématiques rencontrés dans la vie quotidienne dans une société technologique.
Intro to Pre-Calculus & Applied Math/Indro. aux Mathématiques appl. et pré-calcul (offered in both English and French Immersion)1 credit course
Course Code: IPA20S, _________
Prerequisite: Math10F
Materials: Scientific Calculator and Graph paper
Cost: $0
Description:
Grade 10 Introduction to Applied and Pre-Calculus Mathematics 20S is intended for students considering post-secondary studies that require a math pre-requisite. This pathway provides students with the understanding and critical-thinking skills that have been identified for specific post-secondary programs of study. The topics studied form the foundation for topics to be studied in both Grade 11 Applied Mathematics and Grade 11 Pre-Calculus Mathematics.
Components of the curriculum are both context driven and algebraic in nature. Students will engage in activities that include the use of technology, problem solving, and theoretical mathematics to promote the development of mathematical skills. These experiences will provide opportunities for students to make connections between symbolic mathematical ideas and the world around us. The learning outcomes are divided into three topics of Measurement, Algebra and Number, and Relations and Functions.
Le cours d'introduction aux mathématiques appliquées et au pré-calcul de 10e année (20S) est destiné aux étudiants envisageant des études postsecondaires nécessitant un prérequis en mathématiques. Ce parcours fournit aux étudiants la compréhension et les compétences en pensée critique identifiées pour des programmes d'études postsecondaires spécifiques. Les sujets étudiés forment la base des thèmes qui seront abordés en mathématiques appliquées de 11e année et en mathématiques pré-calcul de 11e année.
Les composants du programme sont à la fois contextuels et algébriques. Les étudiants participeront à des activités incluant l'utilisation de la technologie, la résolution de problèmes et les mathématiques théoriques pour favoriser le développement des compétences mathématiques. Ces expériences offriront des occasions aux étudiants de faire des liens entre les idées mathématiques symboliques et le monde qui nous entoure. Les résultats d'apprentissage sont divisés en trois sujets : Mesure, Algèbre et Nombres, et Relations et Fonctions.
Physical Education/Health
1 credit course
Course Code: PEH 20F
Prerequisite: PEH 10F
Materials: Athletic Shoes/Clothing
Cost: $0
Description:
Grade 10 Physical Education expands on the Grade 9 course with a focus on personal fitness and fundamental movement skills. The main areas of focus and assessment are movement, fitness management, safety, personal and social management and healthy lifestyle practices which include health topics on personal fitness, nutrition, first aid, substance use, and human sexuality. Students have opportunities to participate indoors and outdoors in a variety of physical activities often in groups or teams to enhance movement opportunities and socialization. Students are expected to practice healthy personal hygiene and help create a safe environment for all to participate in activity
Science/Science de la Nature (offered in both English and French Immersion)
1 credit course
Course Code: SCI 20S
Prerequisite: SCI 10S
Materials: Scientific Calculator
Cost: $0
Description:
Coursework consists of four units. In the first unit, Dynamics of Ecosystems (Biology), students examine the complex relationships present in ecosystems to investigate issues of sustainability. The second unit, Chemistry in Action (Chemistry), allows students to explore the interactions among elements as they form compounds through chemical reactions, while becoming familiar with the formulas and naming of compounds, as well as expressing chemical reactions in both words and symbols. In the third unit, In Motion (Physics), students analyze the relationships among displacement, velocity, acceleration, and time through conceptual, numerical, graphical, and symbolic modes, all discussed in the context of an automobile and automobile safety. The final unit, Weather Dynamics (Earth Science), enables students to develop an understanding of the relationships that control weather and climate, as they gather and analyze meteorological data related to a severe weather event and explore its social, economic, and environmental impacts.
Le programme de cours se compose de quatre unités. Dans la première unité, Dynamique des Écosystèmes (Biologie), les étudiants examinent les relations complexes présentes dans les écosystèmes afin d'étudier les questions de durabilité. La deuxième unité, La Chimie en Action (Chimie), permet aux étudiants d'explorer les interactions entre les éléments lorsqu'ils forment des composés par des réactions chimiques, tout en se familiarisant avec les formules et les noms des composés, ainsi qu'en exprimant les réactions chimiques à la fois en mots et en symboles. Dans la troisième unité, En Mouvement (Physique), les étudiants analysent les relations entre le déplacement, la vitesse, l'accélération et le temps à travers des modes conceptuels, numériques, graphiques et symboliques, le tout dans le contexte de l'automobile et de la sécurité automobile. La dernière unité, Dynamique Météorologique (Sciences de la Terre), permet aux étudiants de développer une compréhension des relations qui contrôlent la météo et le climat, alors qu'ils recueillent et analysent des données météorologiques liées à un événement météorologique extrême et explorent ses impacts sociaux, économiques et environnementaux.
Optional Courses
American History
1 credit course
Prerequisite: None
Materials: regular school supplies (pen, pencil, looseleaf)
Cost: $0
Description:
In this course, we will learn more about the people, places, and events that shaped America. In 1776, the Declaration of Independence was signed, making USA a new country. From their historical roots to modern day ideas; we will explore significant aspects of social, economic, and political developments in the United States. We will examine the historical context of key issues, trends, and events that have had an impact on the United States and the global community. Through studying American history, we will gain a better understanding of our own place, as Canadians, in society. There is no exam—just an engaging exploration of the domino impact of the stories of the past and how they connect to the present and future.
Reading Is Thinking
1 credit course
Course Code: RIT20F
Prerequisite: ELA10F
Materials: basic materials + dictionary
Cost: $0
Description:
This course is taught in conjunction with the grade 10 English Language Arts class and is for students who have historically struggled in their English classes. This course emphasizes the key reading, writing, oral communication and thinking skills students need to be successful in their learning across high school curriculums. In particular, students will read and respond to a variety of narrative and expository forms from a variety of content areas. The course activities will help develop confidence, and self-esteem when interacting with a variety of written and visual texts across curriculums.
Concert Band
1 credit course
Course Code: MUS20S
Prerequisite: MUS10S
Materials: Band Instrument
Cost: Potential instrument rental $140-$200 per year.
Description:
Building upon the foundational skills developed in Grade 9, students in the Grade 10 band course will continue to explore music through group performance on wind and percussion instruments. They will engage with more advanced wind band literature, refining their technical abilities and deepening their understanding of musical expression. Students will further develop their knowledge of musical notation, music theory, and music history while enhancing their performance skills and instrument mechanics. Emphasis will be placed on musical interpretation, ensemble cohesion, and expressive communication through music.
Concerts, festivals, trips, and retreats are considered a part of each course, and it is an expectation that all band students participate in these.
For those students who do not own their instrument, rentals can be coordinated through the band teacher*.
*Financial assistance is available to any student who may be interested in taking courses with associated costs or fees. Please contact the office for more information.
Jazz Band
1 credit course
Course Code: JBA20S
Prerequisite: JBA10S
Materials: Band Instrument
Cost: Potential instrument rental $140-$200 per year.
Description:
The Grade 10 Jazz Band course builds upon the foundational skills developed in Grade 9, offering students a deeper exploration of jazz music in a smaller ensemble setting. Students will refine their understanding of jazz styles, including swing, ballad, rock, and Latin, while expanding their knowledge of jazz forms, chords, scales, and improvisation techniques. Emphasis will be placed on stylistic authenticity, ensemble interaction, and expressive communication within the jazz idiom. Students will further develop their ability to interpret and perform jazz literature with confidence and creativity.
Concerts, festivals, trips, and retreats are considered a part of Junior Jazz Band, and it is an expectation that all students participate in these.
For those students who do not own their instrument, rentals can be coordinated through the band teacher*.
*Financial assistance is available to any student who may be interested in taking courses with associated costs or fees. Please contact the office for more information.
Career Education
1 credit course
Prerequisite: None
Materials: None
Cost: $0
Description:
The career development curricula have been designed to connect school learning with workplace and labour market realities. The courses will provide a smoother transition between high school graduation and post-secondary choices. These courses will help students acquire and apply knowledge and skills to make appropriate decisions for life, work, and any post-secondary education/training that is required.
Career development is the process of managing life, learning, and work. It means one’s whole life, not just one’s occupation. The Grade 10 curriculum places a greater emphasis on student outcomes related to communication skills, work information, work trends, self-assessment, matching personal skills to occupations, stereotyping and discrimination in the workplace, and work-search tools.
Choir
1 credit course
Prerequisite: This Course is an extension of CHO10G
Materials: pencil
Cost: $0
Description:
Singing is the primary focus of this course. Class time will be spent rehearsing repertoire. We will sing music from many musical genres through which we will improve vocal technique, breath control, vocal blend, balance, tone and expression. Music theory and music history are regular components of our study. Performances at school and community events occur throughout the semester.
Vocal Jazz
1 credit course
Course Code: VJZ 20S
Prerequisite: Students are encouraged to take Concert Choir alongside vocal jazz class.
Materials: n/a
Cost: $0
Description:
Vocal Jazz is a performance-based course. Class time is spent rehearsing and studying jazz and contemporary styles of music. The repertoire for this course will encompass different genres of jazz and will have varied levels of difficulty. Throughout the course we will study jazz history and theory, with a focus on appropriate blend, balance, vocal color and microphone technique. There may be a need for independent practice outside of class time. Travel and festival attendance are a regular part of the course.
Textile Art and Design
1 credit course
Course Code: TAD 20S
Prerequisite: None
Materials: TBD based on student project choice
Cost: $20.00
Description:
This hands-on and dynamic course provides students with the opportunity to explore the world of textiles through both practical techniques and artistic expression. Students will learn the basics of hand sewing and machine sewing while developing skills to create functional and beautiful textile pieces. The course also integrates an artistic element, allowing students to use textiles to create visually striking works of art.
In addition to technical skills, the course delves into the basics of creative costuming, cultural fashion design, and the consumer practices that impact individuals within their communities. Students will explore the influence of fashion on consumer choices and relationships, as well as the ethical considerations surrounding fashion consumption. The course will focus on student citizenship and sustainability and encourage students to consider critical issues within the textile industry. Topics such as environmental impact, social justice, and clothing security will be examined, to inspire students to think critically about the role textiles play in society.
Students will also have the freedom to pursue independent projects, including options like leather sewing (such as moccasins), crochet/knitting, clothing design, and creating functional or decorative items. The course fosters creativity, problem-solving, and an understanding of the impact that textiles and fashion have on the world, both personally and globally.
Computer Science
1 credit course
Course Code: CSC 20S
Prerequisite: None
Materials: None
Cost: $0
Description:
Computer Science 20S is an introductory course to computer programming. Students learn the Java programming language by creating arcade-style video games and interactive educational programs in Greenfoot; because the course is focused on game development, students also become familiar with creating artwork in Photoshop and composing sound design in Fairlight. Course concepts are meant to provide students with a foundational programming skillset: methods, constructors, variables, loops, and debugging. Overall, students work on developing their lifelong skills of logical thought, independent problem-solving, and creative expression.
Digital Pictures & Digital Filmmaking
2 half credit courses for 1 full credit course
Course Code: DPF25S
Prerequisite: None
Materials: None
Cost: $0
Description:
This course combines two half-credit courses—Digital Pictures 25S and Digital Filmmaking 25S—into a full-credit course. For Digital Pictures, students learn how to properly capture an image with a digital camera, colour grade that image in Lightroom, and create multi-layered compositions in Photoshop; after these three stages, students present their work by creating photography portfolios in InDesign. For Digital Filmmaking, students learn how to tell stories by combining picture with sound, proceeding through the necessary stages of screenwriting (using Fade In), pre-production, production, post-production (using DaVinci Resolve), and exhibition. Additional topics include: the history of photography & film; developing a critical analysis of art; and the social impact of cultural productions. Overall, students develop their artistic comprehension, original creative voice, and their ability to work collaboratively toward a common goal.
Dramatic Arts / Arts dramatiques (Offered in both English and French Immersion)
1 credit course
Course Code: DRA20S
Prerequisite: None, DRA 10S is recommended
Materials: None
Cost: $0
Description:
This course is designed to develop your imagination, creativity, and interpretative skills through hands-on practice and application. You will explore the aesthetics of drama, refine performance techniques, and learn to express yourself with confidence in a supportive and collaborative environment. Through active participation, you will engage in the artistic and critical appreciation of dramatic arts, develop skills to present yourself effectively on stage and in everyday life, and learn the techniques and discipline required for compelling dramatic presentations. The course emphasizes expressiveness—using body, facial expressions, and voice to convey meaning and character—interpretation, making intentional choices to bring characters and stories to life, and performance, planning, rehearsing, and presenting material with confidence and impact.
Arts dramatiques 20S est conçu pour développer votre imagination, créativité et compétences d'interprétation à travers une pratique et une application concrètes. Vous explorerez l’esthétique du théâtre, affinerez vos techniques de performance et apprendrez à vous exprimer avec confiance dans un environnement de soutien et collaboratif. Par une participation active, vous vous engagerez dans l'appréciation artistique et critique des arts dramatiques, développerez les compétences nécessaires pour vous présenter efficacement sur scène et dans la vie quotidienne, et apprendrez les techniques et la discipline requises pour des présentations dramatiques captivantes. Le cours met l'accent sur l'expressivité—l'utilisation du corps, des expressions faciales et de la voix pour transmettre le sens et le caractère—l'interprétation, en faisant des choix intentionnels pour donner vie aux personnages et aux histoires, et la performance, en planifiant, répétant et présentant du matériel avec confiance et impact.
English as an Additional Language
1 credit course
Course Code: EAL220F
Prerequisite: None. Courses and levels are determined according to the EAL Acquisition stages.
Materials: N/A
Cost: $0
Description:
EAL Literacy courses are classes that support all levels of English learners. The three focus areas of this course are developing everyday vocabulary, building community, and developing English listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
Food & Nutrition
1 credit course
Course Code: FAN 20S
Prerequisite: N/A
Materials: N/A
Cost: $0
Description:
This course expands on the foundational knowledge of safety in a kitchen, basic cooking and baking utensils and tools, and the understanding of ingredients and their functions in a recipe. Nutrients and their functions in the body are examined in more depth, with an understanding of how we maintain energy balance and prevent nutrient deficiencies. Meal planning, budgeting, and inquiring into Manitoba agriculture, food production, and food sustainability are all components examined throughout the course. The course is a balance of theoretical work in class and hands-on practical cooking labs in the kitchen setting.
French
1 credit course
Course Code: FAN 20S
Prerequisite: N/A
Materials: N/A
Cost: $0
Over four years of coursework, students develop their ability to communicate orally and interact spontaneously, listen to understand messages, and plan and write coherent texts. They read a variety of texts for different purposes and demonstrate their understanding orally, in writing, or visually. Students also gain general knowledge of Francophone cultures and apply this cultural understanding when interacting with others. Class time focuses primarily on oral communication, followed by reading and writing, and students are assessed on message, fluency, and accuracy.
Au cours des quatre années du programme, les élèves développent leur capacité à communiquer oralement et à interagir spontanément, à écouter pour comprendre les messages et à planifier et rédiger des textes cohérents. Ils lisent une variété de textes selon différents objectifs et démontrent leur compréhension oralement, par écrit ou visuellement. Les élèves acquièrent également une connaissance générale des cultures francophones et appliquent cette compréhension culturelle dans leurs interactions avec les autres. Le temps de classe est principalement consacré à la communication orale, suivie de la lecture et de l’écriture, et l’évaluation repose sur le message, la fluidité et l’exactitude.
Graphic Arts
1 credit course
Course Code: GRA20S
Prerequisite: None
Materials: None
Cost: $0
Description:
Graphic Arts 20S is an introduction to creating digital artwork according to the principles of graphic design. Students practice traditional hands-on sketching techniques, then learn how to use industry-standard digital programs such as Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. Products created within this course include comic strips, logo designs, movie posters, zines, and portfolios; course concepts include the elements of art, the principles of design, and colour theory. Overall, students learn to independently manage themselves throughout the stages of production, from original concept to final product presentation.
Hockey Skills Academy
1 credit course
Course Code: HCSA 21G
Prerequisite: HCSA 11G recommended
Materials: Complete set of hockey equipment required
Cost: Approximately $200
Description:
Hockey skills academy is for everyone regardless of experience or ability. Instructors can help with finding the necessary equipment, however, players must have all equipment in order to go on the ice. The philosophy of the Morden Collegiate Hockey Skills Academy is to provide students with the opportunity to improve their hockey skills, fitness, and knowledge of the game while promoting a healthy active lifestyle. Students will have the opportunity to educate themselves with many aspects of hockey such as fitness training, on-ice skill development, coaching/mentorship, position specific and specialty team play. In addition, students will be given the opportunity to enhance their own personal skills while developing leadership, coaching, and safety qualifications for future involvement in the sport.
In addition, it is the aim of Morden Collegiate to provide every student with the opportunity to experience success. The second level of the Hockey Skills Academy in our programming enables us to continue to address the diverse needs of our students and community by providing an authentic and engaging learning option.
Finally, the Hockey Skills Academy provides students with a program that facilitates the development of social skills such as peer relations, teamwork skills, leadership skills, and problem solving skills. Through the academy students will strive to improve themselves both in and out of the arena. (Coaching certification optional based on level of interest).
Equipment pick up is the responsibility of the students/parents. Storage options are available if they have been previously arranged with the teacher.
Keyboarding & Print Communications
1 credit from two half-credit courses
Course Code: KEY25/PCO25
Prerequisite: none
Materials: none
Cost: $0
Description:
Learning to type is essential because it significantly improves productivity in a digital world, allowing you to communicate effectively, complete tasks faster, and produce accurate documents across various fields, all while reducing strain on your eyes and hands by minimizing the need to look at the keyboard constantly. This course is designed to improve students' accuracy and speed, and provide them with the skills to create documents that conform to recognized standards.
Technical Theatre
1 credit Course
Course Code: TTP 20S
Prerequisites: None but TTP10S is recommended
Cost: $0
Description:
This is a course that immerses students in the behind-the-scenes world of theatre production. This hands-on course allows students to dive into key aspects such as lighting, sound, stage construction, set painting, house management, marketing, and stage management. Students will have the opportunity to engage in practical projects, such as maquette building, costume design, and scenic painting, where they can apply their creativity and technical skills to bring theatrical productions to life.
In addition to learning about the tools and equipment used in professional theatres, students will also explore various career paths within the theatrical arts.
Theatre Production
1 credit course
Course Code: TPA 20S
Prerequisite: Audition with course instructor.
Cost: $0
Note: This class will meet outside of the school day in both semesters, until the completion of the show in the Spring
Description:
This is a practical course involving the rehearsal and production of theatre and a show. The course will include rehearsal techniques, script analysis and practical experience in design, technical theatre and stage management. The course will culminate in a public performance. The course will be taught in our state of the art, flexible theatre space. This course will be supported by our technicians and design teams from our Backstage Theatre class.
Visual Arts
1 credit course
Course Code: VAR20S
Prerequisite: VAR10S is recommended
Materials: 2B, 4B, 6B pencils, an eraser and a standard sized thick sketchbook
Cost: $15
Description:
VAR20S builds on the skills learned in VAR10S with a focus on media exploration.
Students will experiment with a variety of media including watercolour, oil paint, clay, pastels, ink, printmaking and multimedia sculpture. They will learn about colour theory, glazing, composition, as well as how to clean and care for their supplies.
Students will study and apply different artistic styles and techniques using these media. Some projects will focus on technical skill and others will test the students' creativity through imagination, planning and problem-solving. Students will learn to communicate, collaborate, appreciate and critique art through art making and presentation. All major projects will be displayed at the Artstravaganza in June.
VAR20S provides foundational skills for VAR30S and VAR40S.
*Financial assistance is available to any student who may be interested in taking courses with associated costs or fees. Please contact the MCI office or the VAR20S teacher for more information.
Woodworking Technology
1 credit course
Course Code: WWT20G
Prerequisite: WWT10G
Materials: Safety Glasses, Tape Measure, Calculator, Pencils, and White Art Eraser.
Cost: $25.00
Description:
Students will develop skills in the areas of design and furniture construction. The course will explore these areas through in-class assignments, as well as through individual project work. Each student will be required to construction two woodworking projects. The first is a Nightstand, the second project is one of the student's own choice and design.
There are costs for materials associated with this course. Costs will vary depending on the type and size of project select to build.
*Financial assistance is available to any student who may be interested in taking courses with associated costs or fees. Please contact the office for more information.
