SPECIALTY PROGRAMMING
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Successful completion of the Grade 8 French Immersion Program or teacher recommendation is required for enrollment in the Grade 9 French Immersion program.
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French Immersion students also take English and Complementary courses to complete their timetable, for a minimum of 8 courses.
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Immersion students interested in International Baccalaureate are able to coordinate their classes to allow them to pursue both French Immersion and International Baccalaureate. French Immersion students are not required to take Grade 9 and 10 Honours courses before entering their International Baccalaureate classes.
GLOBAL CERTIFICATION - Diplôme d'Études en Langue Française
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The DELF is an internationally recognized exam that indicates a student’s level of proficiency in the French language. Most Immersion students will take this exam and receive a grade for Level B2, a standard which would open many doors both domestically and internationally. Having DELF certification is becoming a standard requirement for bilingual careers here in Canada and abroad. Students receive instruction regarding the format of the exam in French Language Arts class and during FLEX sessions to guide them through their preparation.
REQUIREMENTS: Students must be registered in FLA 30-1, FLA 30-2, FSL 30 or FSL 30IB and attend the FLEX sessions offered for DELF preparation.
LTCHS BILINGUAL CERTIFICATE
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These documents are a representation of effort and dedication to language learning. LTCHS rewards students who have, through their perseverance, taken on the challenge of studying many of their classes in a second language. The certificate recognizes their mission to develop global cultural awareness and globally demanding skills throughout their high school career.
CERTIFICATE OF MERIT
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Students who earn a minimum of 30 credits in French courses, including French Language Arts 30 and one other course at the 30 level, will receive a Bilingual Certificate of Merit. Students can choose the second core course they want to pursue through to the end of Grade 12.
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CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE
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Students who earn at least 50 credits in French courses including French language Arts 30 and one other 30 level course, will receive a Bilingual Certificate of Excellence. Students can choose which classes they want to pursue to complete the credit requirements.
The number of credits earned will appear on the certificate for future reference.
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SPORTS ACADEMY GRADES 9-12
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Please see RDPSD Sports Academy Website to learn more about the program and for registration information.
ACADEMIC HONOURS & IB PROGRAM
GRADE 9
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The Grade 9 Honours Program is designed for Grade 9 students who are academically inclined. Students who wish to enroll in the Grade 9 Honours Program should register in the Honours courses that are of interest to them. These courses will provide a variety of opportunities for academic enrichment and enjoyment. While Honours 9 will certainly be useful for students entering the Grade 10 Honours Program, it is NOT a prerequisite for taking Honours/IB courses in Grade 10, 11, and 12.
GRADE 10
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This Program is designed for Grade 10 students who wish enrichment in Mathematics, Chemistry, Social Studies, Art, English, and French. A student may enroll in a full Honours program (six subjects) or in a partial Honours program (from one to five subjects). Honors classes are recommended in grade 10 for any students who wish to pursue IB classes in grade 11 & 12
Note: Students wishing to enter the International Baccalaureate Program in Grade 11 and 12 are advised to complete the appropriate Academic Honours courses in Grade 10.
GRADES 11 & 12
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The International Baccalaureate (IB) is a program which offers an exciting opportunity for capable students who want to be challenged in their high school classes, and who want to be well prepared academically when they move from high school to university.
For more information about either of these programs, please consult the brochures on the Academic Honours and International Baccalaureate Programs at LTCHS (available at the Main Office and the Student Assistance Centre), or contact Ms. J. Shukin, IB Coordinator, jackie.shukin@rdpsd.ab.ca
Student registration in IB classes should be based on their interest in the program, final grades in prerequisite courses, and teacher recommendations. There is no formal application students must fill out in order to register for IB classes
REGISTERED APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM (RAP)
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Are you interested in pursuing a career in the Trades or exploring the different opportunities in the Trades? Welder, Electrician, Hair Stylist, Sheet Metal Worker, Plumber, Auto Body Technician, Instrumentation & Control Technician, Steamfitter/Pipefitter, Automotive Service Technician… these are just a portion of the 50 Trades offered in Alberta! These opportunities are here for you!
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REGISTERED APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM BENEFITS:
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Earn up to 40 high school credits….. every 125 hours = 5 credits (These credits can be allocated toward your Graduation Requirements as CTS credits, Senior credits, or Elective credits.)
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Learn on the job….. under the guidance and mentorship of a Journeymen in the Trade. You can be employed over the summer and/or during the school year.
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Earn money….. RAP students are normally paid while in the Program (at least minimum wage) but may not get paid for the first 125 hours worked as these hours are used as a trial period for both the employer and the student.
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Apprenticeship hours….. RAP hours count towards first year Apprenticeship hours required by each Trade.
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Scholarship money….. RAP students qualify for a $1000 scholarship upon graduation
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HOW TO APPLY FOR THE REGISTERED APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM:
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Meet with Mrs. Rudolph….. RAP Coordinator - Office is located in the LTCHS Learning Commons
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Apply to Registered Apprenticeship Program….. complete FULL application form
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Submit Resumé & Cover Letter….. to Mrs. Rudolph
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COMPLETE HCS3000….. Prerequisite Workplace Safety module for Off Campus programs (1 Senior level credit earned)
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Work in conjunction with Mrs. Rudolph….. to find a placement
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Obtain placement….. go for an interview, get hired, and commit to working hard to learn on the job.
For more information, please contact:
Mrs. Renee Rudolph
Off Campus Programs/RAP Coordinator
LTCHS Learning Commons
403-392-5551
(Cell Phone)
For more information on careers in the Trades:
http://www.tradesecrets.gov.ab.ca
“Excellence through training and experience”
OFF CAMPUS EDUCATION
WORK EXPERIENCE
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Is a course offered to high school students in Grades 10, 11 and 12 who wish to explore a career choice and experience the world of work. Research indicates that those students with meaningful and relevant work experience have significantly better employment opportunities than those without. Employers are looking for students who have a variety of work related skills and take note when a student’s resumé indicates the student’s participation in Work Experience.
Work Experience is a partnership with local employers where students earn credits while employed in a paid or unpaid position within the community. This provides an opportunity to:
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Explore possible career areas
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Understand employer expectations through established training plans
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See the relationship between school and work
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Develop work skills
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Establish employer networks
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Obtain references
Students must complete HCS3000 (a 1 credit Workplace Safety module) BEFORE their Work Experience placement begins. The HCS3000 module may be completed outside of school hours or during LT-FLEX allowing the student to earn credits while they are learning on the job skills at their work placement. For every 25 hours completed on the job, 1 credit will be awarded once they have reached the minimum requirement of 75 hours (3 credits). Students can earn up to 30 credits in Work Experience, however a maximum of 15 credits will apply to graduation status.
The student’s mark in Work Experience is determined by a school based evaluation completed by the employer. Communication between the student and the Work Experience Coordinator is extremely important for any issues that arise at the place of employment.
WORK EXPERIENCE COORDINATORS​
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Mr. Dean Plant
403-392-2680
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Mrs. Renee Rudolph
403-392-5551
Mr. Rene Vandervlis
403-392-8612
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*Students interested in registering for Work Experience MUST see Mr. Plant, Mrs. Rudolph or Mr. Vandervlis.
Work Experience hours may be completed during the school day, school holidays, evenings and weekends. Students MUST be registered by Mr. Plant, Mrs. Rudolph, or Mr. Vandervlis to have the course added to their timetable before any credits can be awarded. Credits will not be awarded for any hours worked prior to the completion of the necessary Work Experience paperwork. Completed paperwork must be returned to the Work Experience Coordinators in order to start the Program and be credited with hours worked.
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Work Experience 15 (5 Credit)
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Work Experience 15 (10 Credit)
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Work Experience 25 (5 Credit)
NOTE: Students MUST carry the Work Experience class on their timetable and be monitored by the Work Experience Coordinators during the program.
GREEN CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
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Prerequisite: AGR 3000 (1 Credit toward Green Certificate)
An agricultural based apprenticeship training program. Students can specialize in:
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Dairy Technician
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Field Crop Technician
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Irrigated Crop Technician
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Beekeeper Technician
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Cow-Calf Technician
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Sheep Technician
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Swine Technician
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Feedlot Technician
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Equine Technician
Students can earn up to 16 Senior Level , CTS or Elective credits upon completion of the Green Certificate Program.
HEALTH INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
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Students interested in pursuing a career in the Health Industry may apply for a work placement that will take place during the summer of their Grade 11 year in various health related fields. Upon acceptance into the program, students will work in a healthcare setting and earn high school credits. Successful students are guaranteed a placement, again, in the summer of their Grade 12 year in the same, or another, health-related area. Students can earn 10 credits each summer in the Health Internship Program.
For more information on programs outside of Work Experience contact:
Mrs. Renee Rudolph
Off Campus Programs/RAP Coordinator
403-392-5551
INCLUSIVE EDUCATION
PATHWAYS & FOUNDATIONS
The Foundations/Pathways Programs at LTCHS offers individualized program plans based on each student’s strengths, weaknesses, learning style, level of achievement and learning ability. Opportunities for integration into the regular stream are provided, based upon individual strengths.
Complementary courses are offered to all students who are on an Individual Support Plan (ISP) at LTCHS. These students are integrated into the regular learning environment (scheduled classes) according to interest, suitability, readiness, and appropriateness of course requirements. The course curriculum, class expectations, level of inclusion, and learning outcomes will be modified on an individual basis for these students, based on their skill levels and specific goals that are determined in their IPP’s. Based on recommendations from the cooperating teacher, classroom aides, and the student’s assigned teacher, the level of integration and suitability of the course for each individual will be subject to review as the class progresses.
Foundations, Pathways and Strategies students MUST be referred by:
Nicola Golby
Assistant Superintendent
STUDENT SERVICES
Red Deer Public School District No. 104
403-342-3716
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KNOWLEDGE & EMPLOYABILITY
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The purpose of these courses is to provide an alternative for those students who have not achieved academic success in middle school or high school, but have demonstrated a desire to learn, with a positive attitude. Students are considered for these courses upon recommendation of their school counsellor or LAT along with the approval of their parents. All candidates and their parents must attend an interview with the grade-level Learning Support Team before a placement can be confirmed. Students will earn credits in these courses towards the Certificate of High School Achievement. After completing the certificate, students may continue working towards a High School Diploma.
For more information regarding the K & E courses, please contact:
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Mr. Kerry Tennant
K & E Coordinator,
403-347-1171, Ext. 1613
FNMI STUDENT SERVICES
Lindsay Thurber has a room dedicated to providing support to self-identified First Nations, Métis and Inuit students referred to as FNMI Student Services, Room 1801. The main goal of this service is to create a sense of belonging and connection to the school through relationship building and academic support for FNMI students.
Services that can be accessed from the FNMI Student Services room include but are not limited to:
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Individually assist with student academics
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Monitor students attendance and marks
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Provide assistance with organization and study skills
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Ensure that students are on track for High School Graduation
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Provide scholarship/career information in conjunction with the Career Center
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Quiet space available for students to write exams
The staff endeavour to provide well-rounded support through positive interaction with Parents, Teachers, Administrators, Counsellors and our Community Liaison Worker to access outside resources.
Our aim is to facilitate and encourage students to feel success and see the value in education, ultimately leading to high school completion.
GATEWAY CHRISTIAN CONNECTION
Lindsay Thurber partners with Gateway so “Gurber” students can take core courses from a Christian perspective at Gateway and all other remaining courses at Lindsay Thurber. This provides a unique opportunity for our students and families to be able to choose to be a part of both incredible schools! Together, this partnership provides advanced courses of study, wide-ranging skill development, and real-world opportunities.
Gateway Christian School is a faith-based alternative program within Red Deer Public School District that strives to provide academic excellence through a Biblical worldview.