September began with a busy and productive opening. Students have now settled into their classes and we wish them the best of luck this semester.
Over the years the Guidance department has been instrumental in organizing events and workshops for our students and parents and encourage everyone to visit our Guidance page at www.northviewheights.ca. We also encourage all parents and students to check the school app for additional information and school calendar details.
Below are some of the school events planned for the 2019-20 school year: -*October 21, 2019- Annual College Dialogue, assembly. Representatives from Seneca, Humber, George Brown, Centennial, Georgian and Sheridan College will attend -October 28, 2019- College Application Support Day -*November 18, 2019- Annual University Dialogue , assembly. Representatives from York University, U of T, Ryerson, OCAD, McMaster, Guelph-Humber and OTU will attend -December 9, 2019- Preparing for the Future Assembly- Grade 11 Students
* Afterwards, our College and University panels will have a booth set up in the front foyer, an opportunity to chat with students, answer questions and distribute information.
The Northview Guidance Department values and appreciates the importance of student and parent/guardian voice. We have organized a number of information evenings which allow parents/guardians to gather the information they need to support their student's educational journey. - Tuesday November 5, 2019: OCAS How to Apply to College Parent and Student Information Evening (6-8)- LIBRARY - Wednesday November 27, 2019: OUAC How to Apply to University Parent Information Evening (6-8)- LIBRARY - Wednesday January 29, 2020: Course Selection Information Evening for grade 10 and grade 11 Parents and Students (6-8)- LIBRARY -Wednesday March 6, 2020: OSAP Information Evening (6-8)- LIBRARY
Our counsellors have been busy welcoming and helping our grade 9 students with the transition to secondary school. During the week of October 3, we will be visiting our grade 9 classes to give students an opportunity to meet their counsellor, discuss guidance services and resources, and engage in an activity to get to know our students better. Each student will also be required to log into myBlueprint and begin the organization and completion of their Individual Pathways Planner (IPP).
Our grade 10 Careers teachers are providing our students with important information regarding self-assessment, career exploration and educational planning through myBlueprint- Individual Pathways Planner (IPP).
Guidance counsellors are working with our grade 11 students to ensure that they are researching pathway opportunities available to them. The detailed research conducted in their grade 11 year will empower students and give them the confidence they need when it comes time to apply to post-secondary programs in their graduating year.
Our goal is to give our students the necessary tools to make informed decisions to ensure success in secondary school. Guidance counsellors are always available to assist students. The Guidance Appointment Book is available for students to book appointments with their counsellors.
