SciTech Program Port Credit Secondary School Application Process

The SciTech program at Port Credit Secondary School is a four-year program that integrates a “HANDS-ON, MINDS-ON” philosophy that provides students with an interactive approach to learning.  The merging of science and technology in the classroom enables students to better understand our modern world and prepare students for the 21^st century.

Students are selected on the basis of their interest, curiosity and enthusiasm for both science and technology.  Students will be involved in the design, creation and testing of scientific and technological models.  The SciTech program emphasizes hands-on skill building, critical thinking, creativity and group dynamics.  The program supports student interest in a variety of careers in science, technology and engineering through the exploration of pathways including apprenticeships, colleges and universities.  The program is enhanced through the science and technology curriculum and through participation in activities such as:  excursions, guest speakers, competitions and clubs.  Students may choose from either the academic or applied levels of instruction.  The applied level can only be offered if there is a sufficient number of qualified candidates.

Please note that:

¨       When students complete the package, they should highlight their experiences in science and technology.

¨       Peel District School Board policy states that students who choose to leave a Regional Program must return to their "home" school, and may not continue at the Regional program school if they are not participating in the program.

Application Timeline & Process:

Monday, December 12, 2011 is the last day to submit your application for the Grade 9 SciTech Program at Port Credit Secondary School (due by 4:00 p.m. in the PCSS Guidance Office) or postmarked by December 12, 2011.  The application package  will be posted on Wednesday, November 30, following our November 29 Open House. 

Applications are to be handwritten (unless the student’s IEP provides accommodations).  The completed application package must include:

·              Application Cover Page and Student/Parent Input Page

·              A copy of your Grade 7 Final Report Card

·              A copy of your Grade 8 term 1 Progress Report Card

·              ONE Teacher Evaluation AND the Notice of Information form (sealed and submit with package)

·              Related Experience form with original signatures

·              A copy of your IEP (Individual Education Plan) if applicable

·              Your cash/cheque for $25.00 (non-refundable) payable to Port Credit Secondary School

Week of December 12, 2011:  Applications will be reviewed, evaluated and ranked by the Science and Technology staff to select the 240 most appropriate candidates.  The top 240 candidates will be invited by letter to a day of testing and evaluation. Letters will be sent to the home address for applicants who have not been successful at this stage.

Saturday, January 14, 2012:  The top 240 candidates will participate in a group simulation and complete an individual assignment.   

During the week of February 6, 2012:  Candidates who have participated in the January 14^th process will be notified by mail during this week.  Students who are offered a position in the SciTech program for September 2012 will receive a letter offering the position and course selection sheet.  Letters will also be sent to students who have been placed on a wait list, and to those who were not successful.  February 24, 2012 is the deadline for successful candidates to submit the $100.00 fee and accept placement in SciTech Program for the 2012-2013 school year.  Note:  all regional programs will use this same date as the final date to accept placement.

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