Canada World Youth

A leader in developing international educational programs where young people learn through experience. For more than 30 years, Canada World Youth has built ties with partners from around the globe.

Check out their website:

http://canadaworldyouth.org/

Enrichment Program at the University of Waterloo

Waterloo has numerous enrichment opportunities for high school students throughout the 2016-17 school year.

Here is a list of the topics:
Accounting
Astronomy
Chemistry
Computer Science
Engineering
Kinesiology
Health Sciences
Mathematics
Physics

Please browse thru their website <-- click on link, and let me know if you are interested in one or more of them.

SHAD applications!!

GRADE 10, 11 AND 12 students:

SHAD is seeking high achieving students interested in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) with incredible intellect, drive, initiative and creativity, who are seeking an enrichment experience. 

The program runs from July 2 to July 28, 2017.

The on-line application is due by November 28th.  Click on the link.

The admission process is competitive. The application takes into consideration both academic results and extra-curricular participation. Please review the application requirements below before starting the online application. 

Come see or contact Mr Pearce for assistance in applying to SHAD

Waterloo Unlimited

Upcoming 2016-17 Programs

Waterloo Unlimited is a unique, transdisciplinary high school enrichment program at the University of Waterloo.  Rather than focusing on enrichment in a particular subject, each Waterloo Unlimited experience revolves around a different transdisciplinary theme.  Each theme draw from UofW's six faculties: Arts, Applied Health Sciences, Engineering, Environment, Mathematics, and Science.

Grade 12: Road Map to Research (November 16-18, 2016)

A pre-university experience including an introduction to reading academic papers, explore new discoveries with professors, and engage with student researchers.

Grade 11: Theme of "Design" (March 13-17, 2017)

Spend a week exploring the theme of "Design", from engineering and the environment, to science fiction and virtual reality.

Grade 10: Theme of "Change" (May 14-18, 2017)

Students consider the perspectives of scientists, engineers, writers, and philosophers as they examine the dynamics of change in technology, society, politics, environment, etc.

More information to follow...

Ever considered doing Advanced Placement?

Advanced Placement examinations are taken each May by students at participating Canadian, American and International schools.  

AP provides opportunities for motivated and prepared students to experience university-level courses while in high school, thereby fostering critical thinking and college persistence and success.

Universities in Canada acknowledge qualifying AP Exam scores in the admissions process. Interested students should contact the universities directly for further information regarding specific application procedures and policies.

Here are just some of the exams you can take:
Art History
Music Theory
Calculus
Computer Science
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
World History
American History
English Literature and Composition
Human Geography
Macroeconomics

For more information, you can contact Ms Patterson (Student Success Teacher in PCC) or go on to the AP Canada website here

Watch for announcements coming in September/October on RidgeTV or the irhs.ca website.

Mark Your Calendars! Queen's ESU news...

SECONDARY STUDENTS ENRICHMENT STUDIES UNIT (ESU) NEWS:

The Queen's University ESU team is already busy planning the 2017 program season and would like to let you know that, recognition of our 30th Anniversary in 2017, there will be a price freeze.  All participants who register for one of our Spring and/or Summer programs between December 1, 2016 and December 31, 2016 will be able to take advantage of 2016 pricing.  Price increases will not go into effect until January 1, 2017.  We hope that this advance notice of our price freeze in December will be helpful to you and you families as you plan your enrichment activities for the next school year.

Once the University finalizes the 2017 conference season dates in the coming weeks, ESU program dates will be posted on our website.

Encounters With Canada dates for 2016-2017

The Theme Weeks have been announced for the 2016-2017 calendar!!

There are 13 different Theme Weeks held in our nation's capital of Ottawa, which can help you to explore potential careers and areas of personal interest.  

Some  include: Science & Ecology, Health & Medicine, Sports & Fitness, and International Relations!  

Website Here