Introduction to the Canadian high school system
Canadian high school education usually includes Grades 9 to 12 (equivalent to grades 9 to 12). There may be some differences in the academic system in different provinces, but it can be roughly divided into the following parts:
Academic structure
Grade division
Grade 9
Students are about 14-15 years old, usually in the first year of high school.
Grade 10
Students are about 15-16 years old and continue to study basic courses.
Grade 11
Students are about 16-17 years old and begin to choose some professional courses.
Grade 12
Students are about 17-18 years old, usually the last year of high school, preparing for college or other further education.
Course schedule
- Students usually need to take core courses, such as English, mathematics, science, social science, etc.
- Senior students can choose elective courses, including art, physical education, foreign languages and vocational skills.
Assessment and graduation requirements
- Students need to pass a certain number of courses in each grade and meet the credits required by the province before they can graduate.
- Provinces usually have provincial examinations (such as provincial examinations in Ontario) as part of the graduation requirements.
Academic structure
Distinguishing feature
The high school environment in Canada is usually very diverse, and students come from different cultural backgrounds, which promotes cultural exchanges and understanding.
Many schools provide academic counseling, psychological counseling and career planning services to help students cope with academic pressure and future choices.
The school encourages students to participate in extracurricular activities such as sports, music and drama, which are conducive to the all-round development of students.
Further study
High school graduates usually choose to enter universities, colleges or vocational training courses. Different provinces and schools may have different requirements for college admission, and students need to plan according to their own interests and goals.
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