Winkler Community Learning Centre
Student Handbook
School Hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Winkler, MB R6W 1G3
&
Mon and Friday Telephone: (204) 325-4997
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Fax:
(204) 325-5945
Website :
http://ca.oocities.com/winklercommunitylearningcentre
We welcome your
Inquiries
325-4997
Welcome to the
RRC-Winkler
Community learning centre
The RRC-Winkler Community
Learning Centre opened its doors in November of 2003 with the mandate
to provide secondary schooling and upgrading skills to the community.
Reaching your goals may be easier
than you think. RRC-Winkler Community Learning Centre offers high school
courses in a variety of subject areas. Highly trained and diversified staff
members are always on hand to provide one-to-one assistance with your course
work and questions.
The WCLC is designed for
mature adult students and is therefore very different from regular High School.
The atmosphere is relaxed and respectful. The adult learners take full
responsibility for their education. As a result, adult learners establish their
own hours upon registration. Therefore, it is up to them to honour the
commitment they made to themselves.
We look forward to having you join us at
RRC-Winkler Community Learning Centre. Whether you wish to complete your high
school education or to upgrade your skills or start your college career right
here in Winkler, RRC-Winkler Community Learning Centre staff will be able to
meet with you to develop your talents and interests.
We hope to see you
at the centre!
OUR
COMMITMENT
v To
provide a climate which fosters lifelong learning and educational goal
achievement by assisting learners to succeed through self-directed and flexible
course delivery.
v To
meet the needs of adult learners through inclusive, quality programming
with integrity and commitment.
v To
foster an atmosphere that is sensitive and receptive to adult learners'
diversified needs.
v To
acknowledge ourselves as learners, to commit ourselves to continued
professional growth and development.
RRC-WCLC STAFF
Dean Schofield Office
Manager
Linda Turbyne Admin
Assistant
Susan Crawford-Young Instructor
Shane
Dubyk Instructor
*PLAR*
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition
The RRC-WCLC has 2 certified staff trained in PLAR.
Prior Learning Assessment is the process that involves
the identification, documentation, assessment and recognition of the learning
you have acquired through formal and informal study. The process of recognizing
and giving credit for knowledge, skills and competencies that have been
acquired experientially, that is, through work experience, unrecognized
education or training, self study, volunteer activities and hobbies.
The type of learning known as prior learning may occur:
ð On the job
ð In volunteer activities
ð Through a hobby or interest
ð In military service
ð Through travel
ð On training courses
ð Through independent study
ð Through family and life experiences
PLAR can be used to get credit for what you already know
and what skills you have. Evaluation
policies require clear documentation and/or demonstration of prior learning and
skills. The complete PLAR process must be completed prior to starting a course
in the same subject area. Contact Dean or Jennifer, PLAR Coordinators, for
additional information.
BE IN
THE KNOW!!
Please ensure
you receive your monthly newsletter to keep you informed about up-coming events
at the Learning Centre.
Frequently
Asked Questions
When are you open? .We are open Monday, & Friday from
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
How long does it take to get a credit? A. typical credit requires about
100 hours. If a student attends everyday it is not uncommon to get a credit in
4-5 weeks.
Do I have to be there everyday? Students are expected to maintain regular
attendance; however, we realize that there are situations in an adult's life
that require absence from the centre. Success is directly dependant on
Regular attendance. Learners are expected to maintain regular
contact weekly with their instructor either in person (preferred
method), phone calls or email.
Why do people choose Adult Learning
Centres (ALC)?
·
The
convenient location
·
Flexible
scheduling
·
One-on-one
assistance
·
Qualified,
caring, and competent teachers
·
Good
course selection
·
Comfortable
learning environment
What is the method of instruction?
·
Traditional
classroom instruction for academic courses
·
·
Independent
Study
·
Combinations
of the above
Course Registration Expectations
The RRC-Winkler Community
Learning Centre offers a continuous intake registration program. This allows adult learners the flexibility to
learn and complete their courses at their own pace. Although it may take more
than one year to complete your educational goals, it is expected
that all individual courses started should be completed within that school
year. Full time day adult
learners are encouraged to register in a maximum of 2 courses at
a time. Evening and/or part-time adult learners should only be registered in 1
course at a time.
Independent Study
Once enrolled in an Independent Study program
adult learners must:
·
Complete
and submit 3 lessons per course within the first month (4 weeks).
·
Submit
at least 1 lesson every week to remain an "Active" student.
Note: Students who become "Inactive" are
required to re-register.
Attendance
Student attendance and progress is
monitored by teachers daily. Poor attendance may lead to removal from
programming. Students must notify their teachers in advance if they are unable to
attend and make other arrangements to complete work. If you are unable to
attend classes for any reason, please call the office at 325-4997.
Successful Study
Skills
Discover your
personal learning style…
Learn how to put
more “muscle” into your reading...
Successful Study
Skills workshops are offered from time to time to assist you to
get the most out of your learning and study time. Topics include Overcoming
Test Anxiety, Improving
Your Memory and
Being Test Wise.
Watch for more details.
General Guidelines
v
The facility is for all to use and enjoy. Please respect the building,
resources, equipment, staff and students.
v Coming to the Learning Centre is like coming to
work, so please keep good work habits and regular hours. Regular attendance
leads to success!
v
No food or drinks are allowed at the computer stations at any time.
v
Smoking is permitted in the designated smoking area only. Please refrain
from smoking outside the front doors.
v
The photocopier is for academic purposes only. Please check with an
instructor.
v
Coffee/Tea is 25 ¢ (regular size) – 50 ¢ (large). Please be sure to pay for your coffee as
this money is used to purchase coffee supplies. Water is available at 10 ¢ for
a small cup.
v
Respect for each other is very important. We are all here to learn and
everyone has valuable experiences to contribute to the Learning Centre. To this
end, all employees, students, volunteers and visitors are to conduct themselves
in a manner that promotes and protects the best interests and well being of
students.
v
Parking: Please leave the parking
spots directly in front of the building for customers.
v
Class Hours: 9 – 12,
1:00 – 4:00, (5:00 – 9:00 on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings)
v
Coffee Breaks: 10:30 TO 10:45 and 2:30 TO 2:45
v
Cell Phones: Using a cell phone in class can be very disruptive to others in the
classroom. If needed, please set to vibrate and please limit use.
v
Mailbox: Every
adult learner has their own mailbox located beside the sign-in sheet. Please
check your mailbox daily for returned assignments, newsletters, up-coming
events, special notes etc.
Internet Use
v
Use of the internet is restricted to registered
v
Use of the Internet and e-mail is for course related research only.
v
Printing from the Internet should be kept to a minimum. Students are
encouraged to copy and paste the information required into a Word document and
then print only the Word document.
v
Downloading without permission is strictly prohibited.
v
Only appropriate sites should be accessed at all times.
v
Inappropriate use of the Internet may result in suspension or withdrawal
from the program. Computer Services has the responsibility and the right to
monitor the use of computer
facilities and traffic across the network and may monitor such use as required
to ensure
acceptable use as defined in Policy A-20 available on the RRC website at www.rrc.mb.ca.
Watch for RRC E-Mail Workshops!! Learn how to use
YOUR RRC email account!!
Supplies
Students are responsible for supplying day to day
necessities such as loose-leaf paper, pens, erasers, ruler, binders, geometry
sets and calculators (Texas Instruments T1-30XA or a Graphing Calculator TI-83 for
Applied Math). The Learning Centre supplies textbooks and reference materials.
Student Council
The purpose of the Student Council is organize
& coordinate activities for the student body by promoting school morale,
spirit and cooperation. Becoming a Student Council member helps to build
character and leadership skills, promotes effective decision-making, helps
develop organizational skills, and helps to develop a sense of responsibility.
Student Council Events include: Welcome Back Week, Class Trips, Decorating the school for
Christmas, Christmas Party, Spirit Week Activities, and Celebration Of
Learning Events. The Student Council
meets monthly at noon.
Remember: it’s your thoughts that count! See your student rep to
discuss ideas or issues you have that you want us to discuss at the council
meeting.
Coffee Fund
The Coffee Fund is a service provided by the Student Council. The funds
come from payments for coffee/tea by coffee/tea drinkers and drinkers of water.
Everyone who drinks coffee/tea and/or water is expected to pay.
The Coffee Fund owns the kettle, the microwave ovens, the fridge, freezer
and the coffee makers. The Coffee Fund supplies the coffee, sugar, creamer,
stir sticks, Sugar twin and napkins. People who do not drink coffee/tea or
water should make an occasional contribution to the fund to cover the costs of
napkins and the equipment owned by Student Council. The Coffee fund also
contributes to the costs of certain functions.
Bulletin Board/Message Board
There is a bulletin board located in the hallway near the office for you
to check for up-coming events, phone messages etc. Please check DAILY.
Learning Centre Closure Policy
RRC Policy states we will close due to weather that affects road
conditions, visibility and travel only. All closures will be announced on the
local radio stations as
Student Phone
There is a student phone located in the Assessment Room for your use. If
you need to make an out-going call, please use the Student Phone. Thanks.
Refunds
All refund requests are processed through a centralized
system. Approved refunds will be processed within
5 business days (credit card) to 15 business days (mailed
cheque) depending on your last payment method.
Are you prepared to enter the workplace
after completion of your High School Diploma? Essential Skills are the skills
people need for work, learning an life. They provide the foundation for
learning all other skills and are the cornerstone of lifelong learning.
There are nine Essential Skills: Reading Text, Document Use, Numeracy, Writing, Oral Communication, Working with Others, Computer Use, Continuous Learning, and Thinking Skills.
Please check the following
website to find out how your Essential Skills measure up :
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
Introduction
to Business Certificate
Introduction to Business is a five-month certificate program with September
and February entry dates. The program prepares adult learners for entry into selected
RRC programs in the business and applied arts and sciences areas by developing
their skills in communication, business mathematics, accounting, the
fundamentals of Canadian business, and computer applications. In addition,
adult learners will obtain advance credits in the first term of selected
College programs including Business Administration, Computer Accounting
Technician, Computer Analyst/Programmer,
Hospitality and Tourism Management, Culinary Arts, Library and Information
Technology, and Early Childhood Education. The number of advance credits that a
adult learner may achieve is determined by their
choice of subsequent skill program.
Did You Know...
Upon completion of this program, you will receive your Mature Student High
School Diploma and Intro to Business Certificate?
You will be able to enter the Business
Administration program with
September 2008
Grade
12 Consumer Math
Grade
12 English Language and
Technical
Communication
Business
& the Environment
(RRC
Dual Credit)
Business
Computing
(RRC
Dual Credit)
Financial
Accounting 1
(RRC Dual Credit)
SCHEDULE
FULL TIME DAYS MON – FRI
OR
TUES. & THURS. 6 – 9 PM
Thank you for helping me
fulfil my dream. Former Student
Academic Foundations Certificate
In order to qualify for an Academic
Foundations Certificate, an adult learner must complete or be awarded
credit for the following courses:
√ Academic Foundations Mathematics
√ AND
√ Academic Foundations English or Communication Skills
Note: All Academic
Foundations courses can be applied to the attainment of the
A+ 95-100
A 90-94
B 85-89
C 80-84
CR Credit
Awarded
INC Below 80 % or some
requirements outstanding
RRC Grade 11 Math and English Certificate
In order to qualify for a
√ Mathematics Grade 11 (Consumer, Applied,
Pre-Calculus) or Accounting Principles Grade 11
AND
√ English Grade 11 Transactional Focus or
Academic Writing Grade 11
All Grade 11 courses can be applied to the attainment of the Adult Mature
Student High
School
Mature Student Graduation Requirements
To obtain a Mature Student High School Diploma, an adult learner:
A.) will be at least 19 years
of age or over at the time of enrolment or one who will be
at least 19 years of age
before completion of the courses in which one is enrolled.
B.) has been out of school
long enough for the class, of which one was last a member,
C.) to have graduated from
High School; and
D.) has not obtained a high
school diploma.
Credit Requirements:
Total (Minimum)
Credits Required = 8 Credits
In order to graduate, you must
have the following credits:
Grade 12 English Language Arts (see pages 9-10 for choices)
Grade 12 Mathematics or Accounting Grade 12(see pages 10-11 for choices)
Grade 12 (your choice of any other Grade 12 credit)
Grade 12 (your choice of any other Grade 12 credit)
(three if planning to attend university)
Grade 9 - 12 (your choice of any other Grade 9 - 12 credit)
Grade 9 - 12 (your choice of any other Grade 9 - 12 credit)
Grade 9 - 12 (your choice of any other Grade 9 - 12 credit)
Grade 9 - 12 (your choice of any other Grade 9 - 12 credit)
Some credits may be transferred from other high schools
or adult education centres. Please see
Dean (Office Manager).
Celebration of Learning
As an opportunity to celebrate and recognize all the hard
work that all adult learners complete during the year, we have a Celebration
of Learning to culminate the school year. All adult learners who receive
their MSHSD, or a Red River College Certificate attend the evening free of
charge. We also recognize all adult learners who complete a course during the
year by providing a certificate for each course completed. All adult learners are highly encouraged to
attend. The 2007-08 Celebration of Learning will be held Friday, June
19th, 2009.
Course Descriptions
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
ARTS
The English Language Arts (ELA) program at RRC-WCLC is
based on the Manitoba Senior Years Curriculum.
Our main goal is to help our adult learners to achieve Grade 12 level,
to better prepare them for the workplace and/or further education in college or
university. Along the way, adult learners may need to take complete full or
partial courses in Grades 9-11 in order to upgrade their language skills.
In
Other E.L.A. courses may be available to RRC-WCLC students via the
internet/WEB CT.
Academic Foundations English
Academic Foundations English
is designed to teach students who have not learned or who need review in their
English skills in order to successfully complete Grade 11 English. Academic
Foundations English also acts as a bridge between literacy stage 2 and Grade 11
English. Areas covered in Academic English include: Spelling, Sentence skills,
Reading, Writing, Document Use, Oral Communication, Research Report and Novel
Study
Academic Writing 31G
The aim of the Academic Writing course is to
assist adult learners focus on the academic writing and reading skills they
will need to be successful in the Grade 12 English. Many adult learners have
adequate pragmatic reading skills because they continue to use these skills at
home and at work. Their writing skills, on the other hand, may have been
neglected or forgotten. This course will cover sentence skills, the writing
process, writing a variety of paragraphs and essays, using parallel structure
as well as provide the adult learner with an opportunity to analyze an academic
text, such as a novel.
English Language Arts Transactional Focus: Overview
Transactional language is defined a language used
to get things done; to inform people, to advise or persuade or instruct
people. Thus, transactional language is
used to record facts, exchange opinions, explain and explore ideas, construct
theories; to transact business, conduct campaigns, and change public opinion. Transactional materials include expository
and persuasive essays, letters, memos, newscasts, speeches, book reviews and
summaries.
Grade 11 English Language Arts Transactional Focus
English Grade 11 assists the student
in developing knowledge and skill in the use of pragmatic language by
listening, viewing, speaking and writing. English Grade 11 combines group
discussion and individualized learning for the purpose of increasing pragmatic
language skills. Course goals include: Developing Pragmatic Reading Approaches,
Manipulating Genre, Developing Critical Thinking, Conducting Research and
Communicating Orally.
Assignments may include:
paragraph outlines, essay writing, summary paragraphs, novel study,
advertising, voicing and opinion, television, formal speech and formal essay.
Grade 12 English Language Arts Transactional Focus
Transactional language is defined a
language used to get things done; to inform people, to advise or persuade or
instruct people. Thus, transactional
language is used to record facts, exchange opinions, explain and explore ideas,
construct theories; to transact business, conduct campaigns, and change public
opinion. Transactional materials include
expository and persuasive essays, letters, memos, newscasts, speeches, book
reviews and summaries. The course has
been divided into the following 8 units:
Introduction, Guidelines for
The course requires that the learner study many
examples of pragmatic language and write many small and some larger documents
in pragmatic language. All of these
documents will be corrected, possibly rewritten, and corrected with the aim of
improving the learner’s writing skills.
Some assignments involve speaking and the intent is to improve the
learner’s speaking skills. Marks will be
awarded for all written and speaking assignments. Due to the large number of written
assignments, many of them can and should be completed at home.
English Language Arts: Language and Technical Communication Grade 12
Technical Communication is
using language for a specific purpose and for a particular audience. It often
deals with a specialized area and usually furthers the interests of an
organization rather than an individual. It is designed to present the same
information to every reader. Some examples of technical writing are letters of
complaint, applications, newsletters, presentations, pamphlets, posters,
proposals, reports, surveys and questionnaires, and telephone conversations.
The purpose of this course is for students to
explore what technical communication is, how important technical communication
is to everyday life, and how technical documents are designed and organized in
unique and creative ways. Students will have the opportunity to incorporate
their own ideas and thoughts into tasks and assignments, and to build a
foundation of skills that will be valuable for post-high school life.
English Language Arts: Grade 12 EAL for Academic Success.
This course is designed for advanced-level EAL
students who wish to further develop the academic English language skills
required for success in Senior Years and post-secondary education. Advanced EAL
students who have studied English as a second language will benefit from
integrated ELA/EAL courses, which reinforce and build proficiency in a range of
language knowledge and skills required across the Senior Years curriculum and
areas of post-secondary study. This course will complement and help ensure
success for advanced EAL learners in Grade 12 across a number of subject areas
with emphasis on the sciences, mathematics, and social sciences, as well as
help students prepare for post-secondary study. (Optional Credit at the Grade 12
English level)
MATHEMATICS
|
Grade 10 |
Grade 11 |
Grade 12 |
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Academic Foundations Math |
Accounting Grade 11 |
Accounting Grade 12 |
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Consumer Grade 11 |
Consumer Grade 12 |
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Pre-Calculus Grade 11 |
Pre-Calculus Grade 12 |
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Applied Grade 11 |
Applied Grade 12 |
Consumer Mathematics Grade 11/Grade 12 (1 credit) (3904)
This course is intended for students whose post-secondary
planning does not include a focus on mathematics and science related
fields. Consumer Math courses are one credit
courses emphasizing consumer applications, problem-solving, decision making, as
well as number sense and number use.
Pre-Calc Mathematics Grade 11/Grade 12 (1 credit) (3939)
This course is for students planning to pursue post-secondary
(typically university) studies in math and science. This curriculum is particularly directed to
students planning to enter math, science, or technical training that requires a
high level of mathematical expertise.
Applied Mathematics Grade 11/Grade 12 (1 credit) (3903)
This course is for students planning to pursue
post-secondary (typically community college) studies in math and science. This curriculum is particularly directed to
students planning to enter science, engineering or the high-tech world of work
and emphasizes the technology of calculators, graphing calculators, computers,
spreadsheets, and specialized measuring devices.
PLEASE NOTE: For
all grade 12 math courses, students are expected to participate in the provincial assessment. As a result, your final
mark will be based on 70% of your RRC-WCLC mark and 30% of your provincial
assessment mark.
ACCOUNTING
Accounting Principles Grade 11 (1 credit) (0200)
This course introduces Canadian accounting principles and
practices. Knowledge of accounting is essential for
banking, investing, saving, and for consumer decision-making. The course covers the basic steps of the
accounting cycle for service settings:
balance sheet and income statement, general journal and ledger, and
trial balance and worksheet. Cash
control procedures, banking, payroll accounting and income tax are also
covered. Electronic spreadsheets and
computerized accounting software are introduced. Simple financia l statements are prepared and
analyzed. This course sa tisfies the compulsory core
mathematics requirement at Senior 3.
Accounting Systems Grade 12 (1 credit) (1227)
Pre-requisite: Accounting Principles Grade 11
This course builds on and reinforces the concepts, skills
and understandings mastered in Accounting Principles Grade 11. Using current accounting software to apply
the concepts to a series of merchandising businesses.
*Accounting Principles Grade 11 can be used as the Grade 11 Math credit.
* Accounting Systems Grade 12 can be
used as the Grade 12 Math credit
ACCT110 Financial Accounting 1
This first course in accounting covers the double-entry
bookkeeping procedures, adjustments, and the preparation of a worksheet to produce
financial statements pertaining to sole proprietorships. Coverage is also given
to special journals, subsidiary ledgers, and control accounts. This results in
a complete presentation of the accounting cycle for a service or merchandise
business. Later in the course more in depth studies of inventory costing
methods, control procedures for cash (petty cash and bank reconciliation),
temporary investments, bad debts, and payroll are presented.
COMPUTER
COURSES
Check out our new
state-of-the-art computers.
Business Computing Grade 12 (dual credit)
Business Computing is a hands-on course in which students
develop skills in the use of current Microsoft productivity software. Topics
include introductory and intermediate skills in Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel,
PowerPoint, and Access. While previous
experience with the software is not a requirement, familiarity, especially with
Windows, is a definite asset. A USB memory key (64MB minimum, 256MB or greater)
is recommended.
WEB CT COURSES
The majority of the Grade 11 and 12 courses listed in our
Handbook are also available through WebCT. This option allows learners to work
on their tests, assignments etc at their leisure, 24/7. Ask Dean for more
details!
BUSINESS COURSES
Law Grade 12
Law Grade 12 allows students to obtain knowledge of basic
legal principles considered important to everyday living. It begins with the general theme - the
Canadian legal system. The course
continues with discussions of criminal law, law of torts, contract law, and
finally, property, wills and family law.
B12O010 Business and the
Environment (dual credit)
Functions of the Canadian
economy; forms of business organization; the role of government in the business
sector, labour relations, marketing administrative organization, small
business, entrepreneurship and franchising; ethics and environmental issues
including; leadership and human resources.
Career
Development
Blueprint for Life/Work Grade 12 (1 credit) (0079)
“Blueprint for Life/Work” will help you to identify your job interests,
determine possible career paths and look at options for training and
education. Participants will develop a
Winning Resume, develop Interview Skills and an Employment Portfolio.
Community Service Grade 12 (0.5 or 1 credit) (8977)
The Community Service Student Initiated Project
enables students who contribute to their community to receive a high school
credit. Volunteer for a Not-for-Profit
organization or for a worthwhile cause and receive recognition for the civic
skills, knowledge and attitudes obtained by helping people in your community.
SCIENCE
Overview of high school
science courses
Grade 11 Grade 12
Biology Grade 11 Biology Grade 12
Chemistry Grade 11 Chemistry Grade 12
Physics Grade 11 Physics
Grade 12
Grade 11
Biology Grade 11 (1 credit) (0124)
Grade 11 Biology is designed to assist students in
achieving greater understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the
systems. The nine module are: cell
structure and function, biochemistry, digestion, endocrine system, reproductive
system, respiratory system, transport system, excretory system, and the nervous
system.
Chemistry Grade 11 (1 credit) (0122)
The five core modules are: Introduction of the Periodic Table and the
elements, Concepts of matter, Gases, Organic chemistry and Solutions.
Physics
Grade 11 (1 credit) (0123)
The study of Grade 11Physics
assists students to interpret correctly much of the environment
around them. Throughout this course,
students will be concerned with the investigation of motion, work, and
energy. The modules covered are:
Linear Kinematics Home Energy Conservation Heat Concepts
Momentum
and Impulse Work and Energy
Biology Grade 12 (1 credit) (0124)
This course is designed to assist students in achieving a greater understanding
of human genetics, bioenergetics, the animal kingdom, and the plant
kingdom. Topics include: Cellular
respiration, Variety in animals, Photosynthesis, Angiosperms, DNA/RNA/Protein
Synthesis, Variety in Plants.
SCIENCE (continued)
Chemistry Grade 12 (1 credit) (0122)
Grade 12 Chemistry is based on Chemistry Grade 11. To enhance success, the student should have a
good background in Chemistry Grade 11.
The five core modules are:
Solubility
Reaction Rate and Chemical
Equilibrium
Ionic Equilibria
- Acids and Bases
Oxidation and Reductions
Electronic Structure Bonding & the Periodic Table.
Physics Grade 12 (1
credit) (0123)
The study of Grade 12 Physics assists students to interpret the environment
around them. Students will be concerned
with the investigation of waves, electrical and magnetic fields, static and
current electricity, electric motors and generators, and related concepts.
SOCIAL SCIENCES AND ARTS
Geography Grade 12
(1 credit) (1126)
This course deals with the inter-relationships of
humans and the world environment.
Students explore:
The Environment Urbanization Populations
Economics Food
supply Sociology
Resources Politics Industrialization
Ecology
World Issues Grade 12 (1 credit) (1179)
The primary intent of the World Issues course is to develop a greater
understanding of world issues among adult learners and to analyze the impact of
these issues on the quality of life in a variety of different political,
social, and economical systems throughout the world. It examines these issues in the context of
the geo-political organizations of the world and the interdependence of nations
and societies. The eight units of this
course are: The Media, Global Organization,
Quality of Life, Terrorism, Religion, Militarism, Human Rights, and World
Population.
Family
Studies Grade
12 (1 credit) (1118)
A look at married and single life.
Topics covered include:
Getting to know yourself Life
Skills Family Interactions Relationships Single Life/Married Life Parenting
Careers Managing Money Future
Planning
Bursaries
The Government of Manitoba and the
Canada Millennium Scholarship Foundation have implemented the Millennium Adult
Learner Bursary (MALB) which will provide non-repayable financial assistance to
low-income adult learners who have completed their Mature Student High School
Diploma from an Adult Learning Centre and who are pursuing post-secondary
studies.
Check the Bursary Information display in the classroom.
See Dean for more details.
Strategies for Academic
Success:
Attend regularly. Your best chance for
success is regular attendance. If you have to miss a class, check with a
classmate to get notes and assignments.
Connect with other
students. Studying together and talking about your school-work with others can help
YOU learn!
Use your student planner. Write all test dates and
homework in your planner. Important dates and study tips are in your student
planner. Carry it with you and refer to it often.
Make sure you understand
your assignments. Check with your teacher to make sure you know exactly what to
do.
Do your homework. Be smart about using
your time. Use free time-slots to do homework. Have a regular time and place to
do homework at home.
Hand in your assignments. Your teacher cannot give
you a mark if you do not hand in your work. If an assignment is giving you
trouble, show your teacher what you have completed and ask for help.
Plan for test and big assignments. Make sure you understand
exactly what you need to do. Double check with a classmate or your teacher if
you are not sure. Write a plan of what you will do and when you will do it.
The RRC Winkler Community Learning Centre provides:
v Opportunities for all adult learners in
the communities served
v Continued access to
v
v Full-time EAL (English as an additional
Language) for those with a Canadian Benchmark of 3-4. You can make an
appointment to have your English skill level benchmarked. Call 204-325-4997 for
an appointment.
v
RRC
Winkler Community Learning Centre offers the Mature Grade 12 Diploma or your
choice of high school courses in a variety of subject areas.
Testimonial
“Returning to school has been interesting
and rewarding experience. I liked the fact that I could work at my on pace and
appreciated the one on one help that was provided by teachers. The class atmosphere
was one of warmth and friendliness and made the learning process easier and a
lot of fun. It was also great motivation for me to achieve my very best.
I wanted my diploma so that I could
further my education in the fields that I enjoy working in. After four years of
struggling and making sacrifices I am grateful to have accomplished this. I
look forward to the opportunities that lie ahead, but will miss the people, the
friends I’ve made over the years.”
Former Student
Dream…
And as you dream,
Remember
That only you can make
Your dreams come true.
Reach…
And as you reach,
Remember that success
Takes time, devotion,
And sometimes a little disappointment.
Believe…
And as you believe,
You will find reaching gets
easier,
Setbacks get more manageable,
Life becomes more meaningful.
There’s a wonderful dream waiting
just for you…
I know you can make it come true.