Paul Kane High School, St. Albert, Alberta, Canada

Specialized School Programs

At Paul Kane High School we are committed to success for our students. This series of specialized programming is designed to meet the needs of all students coming in to our school... from all walks of life!

Courses

Use the links below to navigate to the different options available.

In addition to the 10-20-30, 14-24, 13-23-33 level courses offered in all the disciplines, we offer the following options:

Team Leadership	Full Year 10 Program
OnSIDE	English as a Second Language (ESL)
International Student Program

Team Leadership

Team Leadership is an opportunity for students who have a keen interest and desire in developing their leadership skills, such as teamwork, decision-making, reflection, organization and communication. Through active participation in organizing and promoting student activities, students will understand the process of leadership, be able to apply leadership skills to daily life and continue to develop a positive self-esteem. Students who participate in Team Leadership will quickly see the value of such skills and how they relate to everyday life.

Team Leadership Students will be involved in service activities both in the school and the community. Students need to be self-directed, and a role model for fellow students. Past and current leadership students feel that they have the opportunity to positively affect others.

Full Year 10 Program

Full Year 10 is a one year academic high school program created to meet the needs of students who are considered to be "at risk" of dropping out of school. It is designed to meet the needs of students who have not been successful in grade nine, yet who have the potential to be successful. It is not a class for students who disrupt the class because of poor behavior, but rather a class for students who need to catch up academically. The Full Year 10 Program is not a replacement for, and has different requirements than, the Integrated Occupations Program.

The students enrolling in this program are ready to address their learning issues and welcome the challenge or redefining themselves within this High School’s Academic community.

Students that are considering this program will be referred by their junior high school counsellor or their high school teachers. Special cases will be considered on an individual basis. Individual interviews with parents, the student applicant, class teacher and counsellor will assist with the selection process for this program. Enrolment is limited to a maximum of 18 students.

OnSIDE (On Student's Individually Directed Education)

OnSIDE meets the needs of students who:

wish to carry more/different courses than the regular timetable allows;
are unable to attend all classes regularly due to illness, sports and work commitments or other personal reasons;
require a less structured environment to achieve academic success;
need to make up credits for high school graduation.

Students take courses using materials prepared by Alberta Education or the teacher.

Core Courses

5 credit courses offered:

Biology 20, 30
Chemistry 20, 30
English 10-1, 10-2, 20-1, 20-2, 30-1, 30-2
Pure Math 10, 20, 30
Applied Math 10, 20, 30
Math 14, 24
Math 31
Physics 20, 30
Science 14, 24, 10, 20, 30
Social Studies 10-1, 10-2, 20, 23, 30, 33

Option Courses Offered: 5 Credit

Community Health 30
Tourism 10, 30

3 Credit

Agriculture 10
CALM (*an additional credit for the portfolio is available)
Community Health 10
Financial Management 10, 20
Legal Studies 20, 30

2 Credit

Community Health 20
Legal Studies 10
Financial Management 30
Forestry 10

1 Credit

Forestry 20
Tourism 20

ADLC print 5 credit courses offered:

Religious Studies 15 (Online only)
Religious Studies 25 (Online and print)
Religious Studies 35 (Online only)

ADLC print 3 credit courses offered:

Abnormal Psychology 35
General Psychology 20
General Sociology 20
Personal Psychology 20
World Geography 30

Adapted from Alberta Education Senior High Curriculum

EQUINE STUDIES (5 CREDITS)

Those who are familiar with horses recognize and understand the power of horses to influence people in incredibly powerful ways.

Equine Studies is offered both semesters as a scheduled course (Monday 12:15 - 1:20 p.m. in class and Tuesday and Thursday at the Equine Facility 1:30 - 4:00 p.m.) The Equine program consists of one in-class session and two sessions at the Equine Barn location. Developing relationships, horsemanship instructions and understanding the history, safety and care involved with horses affects the students in a positive manner. Fee is $500.00.

Students take courses using materials prepared by Alberta Education or the teacher.

English as a Second Language Program (ESL)

English as Second Language courses are for those students whose level of English language proficiency precludes them from full participation in the learning experiences provided in our school without additional support in English language development. Planned, systematic support enables students to listen to, speak, read and write English with sufficient proficiency to meet their academic goals.

The ESL program is divided into 5 levels, with levels 2, 3, and 4 as 5-credit courses:

Level 1 (non-credit) is intended for newcomers acquiring a literacy level of English.
Levels 2, 3, and 4 prepare students for academic courses through English skill development and acquisition of basic knowledge of Canadian culture, geography, history, and literature.
Level 5 (non-credit) is for students who require assistance with subject-specific language.

International Student Program

We offer international students exciting opportunities to exchange cultures and languages in the exceptionally safe, clean, and friendly city of St. Albert, Alberta, Canada. Our International Student Program allows young people from around the world to experience everyday life in typically Canadian schools and homes. We provide:

Homestay placement and monitoring.
Career and post-secondary counseling.
ESL courses and individual ESL support.

We offer international students the best truly Canadian cultural and academic experiences.

We welcome you!