This course will introduce students to the language of 2D and 3D art forms and image development. They will complete work in drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, and mixed media. Integrated within the course is an introduction to contemporary and traditional Indigenous world views and art forms.

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This course is for students with a strong interest in Physical Education who want to also engage in team building, leadership and outreach. We will engage in a variety of physical activities away from the school and within our building, create and facilitate athletic opportunities through outreach, support intramurals, as… Read more

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Depending on the teacher’s background, students enrolled in this course will explore one of two elective subjects as described below. Cinéma 9: Students will use drama elements, techniques and vocabulary to create mood and convey ideas including character, time, place, plot, tension, mood, focus and contrast using a variety of… Read more

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Concert Choir is a core ensemble that is open to all students, regardless of prior singing experience! The Concert Choir is a Grade 9–12 ensemble that meets twice a week outside the regular timetable, offering a welcoming space to explore and develop vocal skills. Students will learn vocal technique, music… Read more

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Dance 9 is for those who have never stepped foot in a studio to those who have danced their entire lives. We look at how dance offers a unique way of exploring one’s identity and sense of belonging, allows one to express aspects of self, culture, history, and community, and how… Read more

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Improvisational performance is the skill of creating unscripted theatre fueled by audience suggestions. The Improv class consists of teams which participate in local improv tournaments as well as monthly themed shows. Improv helps students develop competencies which improve confidence, interpersonal skills, quick thinking, adaptability, creativity, flexibility and collaboration. This course… Read more

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Students will use drama elements, techniques and vocabulary to create mood and convey ideas including character, time, place, plot, tension, mood, focus and contrast using a variety of drama forms and drama conventions. They will learn the roles of performers and audiences in a variety of contexts, study traditional contemporary… Read more

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English Language Arts 9 will challenge students to access information and ideas from a variety of sources, and evaluate their relevance, accuracy, and reliability. Students will be taught to apply appropriate strategies to comprehend written, oral, and visual texts, and to recognize and appreciate how different features, forms, and genres… Read more

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English 9C is an ability-grouped English class for gifted, talented, and creative learners. The English 9 Learning Outcomes are addressed in this course but are enriched and extended to meet the needs of our learners within our Challenge Program. Students learn how to write a formal scholarly essay in this… Read more

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Students in this course will investigate the risks and benefits of entrepreneurship and the role of social entrepreneurship in First Nation communities.  Studies will cover ways of decreasing production costs through training and technology, the flow of goods and services from producers to consumers and identification of a good or… Read more

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This course is part of a career exploration pathway that prepares students for senior classes in woodwork, metalwork, power technology, electronics & robotics, and automotive. In their senior years, students will have the opportunity to engage in work experience in the trade of their choice. Senior students will also have… Read more

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This course, open to students in grades 9, will serve as a solid introduction to computer science and technology and the skills that will help you to thrive in the digital world. Students will use a variety of online and school-based software programs to solve problems and to research, organize… Read more

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Impress friends and family with your cooking skills. You will prepare breakfasts, lunches and dinners that are healthy, fast and delicious. Explore the connections between food and the global community including social and environmental impacts. Also, gather and dry indigenous plants to enjoy tea flavours of the Salish Coast.

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Curriculum objectives are woven into a variety of creative and interactive lessons designed to develop language skills and deepen appreciation of francophone culture in a global context. Students will learn to develop and apply their critical thinking skills during discussion, analysis, and interpretation of various genres. Through the study and… Read more

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Our junior students will learn French using the highly engaging and successful method of TPRS (Teaching Proficiency through Reading and Storytelling).  Students will read, and listen actively and attentively for details and information within a range of funny, quirky, and creative stories. Students will be encouraged to provide brief responses… Read more

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This semester-long music course is open to students of all grades who have a passion for exploring music. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced musician, this class offers a wide range of musical opportunities. Students could choose to: learn a new instrument, improve on an existing one, experiment with… Read more

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For Challenge 9 Students only. Students will develop their intercultural knowledge and competencies through explorations of their individual, cultural, community, provincial, and national identities, and those of people from cultural and/or national identities that differ from our own. Through this course, students will gain the knowledge, awareness, and skills to… Read more

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This semester-long guitar course is open to students of all experience levels, from beginners to those with prior guitar experience. Students will learn the fundamentals of guitar playing, including music notation, chord symbols, tablature, and developing skills by ear. Students will explore a wide range of musical genres, gaining experience… Read more

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The Junior Land-Based Learning combines English Language Arts and Socials Studies curriculum that is delivered through a year- long linear class. The Land-Based class is rooted in Indigenous Ways of Knowing and will therefore incorporate outdoor education while simultaneously fostering strong partnerships with our local nations. Some of the overarching… Read more

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Students recommended by their middle school will be offered an adapted course that reviews and builds on the grade 8 curriculum. On completion, students may continue to Workplace Math 10 or to regular Math 9.  

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Junior Concert Band is a core ensemble dedicated to developing music literacy and instrumental performance skills. This year-long course meets twice a week outside the regular timetable, providing a supportive environment for students to enhance their musical abilities. The ensemble performs diverse repertoire, including traditional concert band pieces, music inspired… Read more

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Junior Jazz Band is an engaging course that introduces students to a variety of musical styles, including Funk, Swing, Latin, Rock, Shuffle, and more. Meeting twice a week outside the regular timetable, this ensemble provides a focused environment for students to develop their jazz skills. Members have the opportunity to… Read more

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Do you want to get INVOLVED and MAKE A DIFFERENCE in yourself and for your community? Then LEADERSHIP is the course for you!!! This course challenges students to develop and reflect upon leadership skills and strategies through a variety of theoretical and practical opportunities. Through the planning and implementation of… Read more

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Recommended Prerequisite: Completion of Mathematics 8 or Introduction to Math 9 with teacher’s recommendation. The Mathematics 9 course is intended to build on Mathematics 8 skills and introduce further skills needed for completion of high school mathematics. Topics: Algebraic Manipulation and Solving Algebraic Expressions; Rational Numbers; Data Analysis and Probability;… Read more

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2 semesters Recommended Prerequisite: Developing or Proficient in Mathematics 8 or Introduction to Math 9 with teacher’s recommendation. Students who are Emerging in Math 8 are highly advised to take Introduction to Math 9. Intro Math 9 will build and strengthen all foundational math skills that are required to be… Read more

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1 semester Prerequisite: Successful completion of Mathematics 8 AND being accepted into the Esquimalt High Challenge Program for gifted, talented and creative students. The Challenge version of Mathematics 9 is designed to cover the same topics as regular Math 9, however, it will be delivered at a slightly faster pace…. Read more

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In this course, students will immerse themselves in the artistic and creative process of bringing a musical to life. Esquimalt Musical Theatre offers an exciting opportunity to develop singing, acting, and dancing skills through a hands-on, collaborative learning experience. Open to everyone, no prior experience is required—just a passion for… Read more

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This course is designed for students who are seriously interested in learning about the Art of Photography. The way we capture and create images is continually being transformed by technology. This course will help photographers acquire the skills and creative fluency needed to achieve a personal vision in their work…. Read more

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Location:  Gym, Weight Room, Outside Fields, Various locations in and around Victoria The course reviews and refines all the basic movement skills developed during the earlier grades. It presents all students with a wide variety of activities in competitive, individual and team sports. PHE 9 may ask students to analyze… Read more

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Location: Gym, Weight Room, Esquimalt Recreation Center Pool Aquatics 9 is a course developed in partnership with Esquimalt Recreation and the BC and Yukon Red Cross.  Students must be proficient swimmers to enroll in this class. Throughout the duration of the course, students will be given instruction towards attaining their Bronze… Read more

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This course is geared towards the student-athlete who wishes to improve their volleyball skills and games performance. Students will work on basic skills, strategies, and concepts related to the game. Students will be able to train using a variety of methods such as core, agility, weights, and plyometrics to improve… Read more

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The Esquimalt High School Rugby Academy focuses on academics and creating well-rounded citizens while using the sport of rugby to facilitate and encourage high student achievement.  Not at all exclusive to elite level athletes, this academy is open to a diverse group of student athletes:  male and female, all academic… Read more

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Science 9 draws from biology, chemistry, physics, and environmental science.  It introduces important topics from each science, preparing students for Science 10 and the subject-specific sciences offered in grade 11.  Topics ​include asexual and sexual reproduction (at the cellular level); the structure of the periodic table of elements and how elements… Read more

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The grade 9 science curriculum is enhanced with project based learning and open-ended assignments. Teaching methods address the diverse styles and modalities of the gifted learner. Frequent demonstrations challenge understanding and the interpretation of course concepts. Labs are enriched with extra course content.  Optional topics include magnetism and static electricity…. Read more

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Based on new curriculum, this class looks at North American and European history to 1919. We explore how factors such as the physical environment and new ideas/ideologies influence changes in societies. One example is the French revolution. We also examine the development of nation-states, particularly the Confederation of Canada, and… Read more

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With the new curriculum, the focus of Socials 9 covers the years between 1750 and 1919.  The Socials 9 new curriculum centers on four Big Ideas: Emerging ideas and ideologies profoundly influence societies and events, the physical environment influences the nature of political, social and economic change, disparities in power… Read more

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Did you know that almost half the population of the Western Hemisphere speaks Spanish? Why not prepare yourself for future travel? In Spanish 9, students embark on their journey to Spanish fluency through storytelling. TPRS (Teaching Proficiency through Reading and Storytelling) is a teaching method that creates a fun immersion-like… Read more

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The String Orchestra, featuring Violin, Viola, Cello, and Double Bass, welcomes students with at least two years of experience on their instrument. This ensemble offers the opportunity to refine technique, enhance musical skills, and improve rehearsal techniques, while exploring a diverse repertoire ranging from classical masterpieces to lively fiddle tunes… Read more

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Textiles is a hands-on class that provides students with the basic skills to sew by hand or with a sewing machine.  In addition to sewing, students can choose to learn to crochet, knit, weave, make jewelry, felt with wool, upholster or learn various other crafting skills. Students can learn to… Read more

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This course offers students an exciting opportunity to explore the “behind-the-scenes” world of theatre production. Through hands-on, collaborative learning, students will gain practical experience in lighting, sound, costumes, props, stage management, and more. Theatre Production primarily supports our annual Musical Theatre production, but students will also contribute to music concerts,… Read more

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The Vocal Ensemble is a dynamic, year-long course open to students in Grades 9 to 12. Meeting twice a week, this ensemble focuses on building strong vocal techniques through an engaging repertoire of vocal jazz and contemporary music. Students will have the opportunity to participate in vocal clinics and perform… Read more

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