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  • Band 09 District Strings (outside timetable)

    Prerequisite:  Grade 8 or Middle school strings or equivalent. Participation in performances and rehearsals is required; performances may occur in the evenings and sometimes take place away from the school. Classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30-4:45 pm For players of violin, viola, cello or double bass, this course continues… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 09

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
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  • BAND 09 JAZZ (outside timetable)

    Open to all band students. Students wishing to take Jazz Band are welcome to join this fun, energetic class. Participation in performances and rehearsals is required; these may occur in the evenings and sometimes take place away from the school. Classes meet at lunch Monday and Wedensdays and Fridays at… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 09

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
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  • Band 09 Rhythm and Blues (outside timetable)

    This course is open to those who play saxophone, trumpet, trombone, bass, piano, guitar, drum set and vocals. This course covers the basic principles of ensemble playing in the jazz and rhythm & blues idioms. Areas covered will be technical concepts and sound production. The primary focus of this course… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 09

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
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  • Band 10 Jazz (outside timetable)

    Prerequisite: Open to all band students. Corequisite: Students taking Jazz Band must also take Concert Band 10. Participation in performances and rehearsals is required; they may occur in the evenings and sometimes take place away from the school. Classes meet at 7:30 am. and/or at lunch time. Study and performance… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 10

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
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  • Band 10 Rhythm and Blues (outside timetable)

    This course is open to those who play saxophone, trumpet, trombone, bass, piano, guitar, drum set and vocals. This course covers the basic principles of ensemble playing in the jazz and rhythm & blues idioms. Areas covered will be technical concepts and sound production. The primary focus of this course… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 10

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
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  • Band 11 Rhythm and Blues

    This course is open to those who play saxophone, trumpet, trombone, bass, piano, guitar, drum set and vocals. This course covers the basic principles of ensemble playing in the jazz and rhythm & blues idioms. Areas covered will be technical concepts and sound production. The primary focus of this course… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 11

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
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  • Band 12 Jazz (outside timetable)

    * Open to all band students. Corequisite: Students taking Jazz Band must also take Concert Band 11. Participation in performances and rehearsals is required; they may occur in the evenings and sometimes take place away from the school. Classes meet at 7:30 am. and/or at lunch time. Study and performance… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 12

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
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  • Band 12 Rhythm and Blues (outside timetable)

    This course is open to those who play saxophone, trumpet, trombone, bass, piano, guitar, drum set and vocals. This course covers the basic principles of ensemble playing in the jazz and rhythm & blues idioms. Areas covered will be technical concepts and sound production. The primary focus of this course… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 12

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
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  • Band Orchestra 9 (outside timetable)

    This class will compromise wind players and percussionists who wish to be part of a full orchestra. The ensemble is open to any student who plays a wind, brass, or string instrument. The Oak Bay Orchestra takes place Tuesdays at lunch and Wednesday mornings. Students will continue the acquisition of… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 09

    Department(s)

    Outside Timetable

  • Career Life Connections 12 (CLC 12)

    2 credits – outside the timetable Career Life Connections will focus on the Capstone Project which allows students to work on their project management skills, connect with community mentors, and to demonstrate their learning from within and outside the classroom. Ideally, the capstone project will be linked to an area… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 12

    Department(s)

    Career Education
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  • Career Life Explorations 10 (CLEx 10)

    2 credits – outside the timetable Career Life Explorations is an introduction to the world of Career Education. Students will participate in a variety of career-related events to increase their awareness and begin exploring the incredible range of opportunities available for future pathways. Students will be required to complete a… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 10

    Department(s)

    Career Education
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  • Choir 10 – Vocal Jazz (OUTSIDE TIMETABLE)

      (outside the timetable) Co-requisite:  Students taking Vocal Jazz 10 must also be enrolled in Choir 10 – Concert Choir (either INSIDE or OUTSIDE the timetable).  This class meets after school (intermediate and senior vocal jazz both have an additional rehearsal once a week before school). Attendance at rehearsals and performances is… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 10

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
    Outside Timetable

  • Choir 10 (inside timetable)

      (inside the timetable).  This course occurs during a regularly scheduled block within the school timetable.  Students receive lots of individual attention and learn theory, sight singing, and vocal technique in a friendly, supportive atmosphere.  Students learn and perform choral music from a variety of styles including pop, Broadway, jazz,… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 10

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
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  • Choir 11 – Vocal Jazz (OUTSIDE TIMETABLE)

      (outside the timetable) Co-requisite:  Students taking Vocal Jazz 11 must also be enrolled in Choir 11 – Concert Choir (either INSIDE or OUTSIDE the timetable).  This class meets after school (intermediate and senior vocal jazz both have an additional rehearsal once a week before school). Attendance at rehearsals and performances is… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 11

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
    Outside Timetable

  • Choir 11 (OUTSIDE TIMETABLE).

      outside the timetable) CHOIR 11:  CONCERT CHOIR (Outside the Timetable) meets in the morning once a week (WOMEN’S CHOIR or MEN’S CHOIR) and at lunch time twice a week as part of SENIOR CONCERT CHOIR.  Select this course if you would like to sing in a concert choir outside of the regular timetable. Students… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 11

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
    Outside Timetable

  • Choir 12 – Vocal Jazz (OUTSIDE TIMETABLE)

      (outside the timetable) Prerequisite: Vocal Jazz 11 must be completed before Vocal Jazz 12 can be taken Co-requisite:  Students taking Vocal Jazz 12 must also be enrolled in Choir 12 – Concert Choir (either INSIDE or OUTSIDE the timetable).  This class meets after school (intermediate and senior vocal jazz both have an… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 12

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
    Outside Timetable

  • Choir 12 (OUTSIDE TIMETABLE).

      (outside the timetable) CHOIR 11:  CONCERT CHOIR (Outside the Timetable) meets in the morning once a week (WOMEN’S CHOIR or MEN’S CHOIR) and at lunch time twice a week as part of SENIOR CONCERT CHOIR.  Select this course if you would like to sing in a concert choir outside of the regular timetable. Students… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 12

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
    Outside Timetable

  • Choir 9 – Vocal Jazz (OUTSIDE TIMETABLE)

      (outside the timetable)  Co-requisite:  Students taking Vocal Jazz 9 must also be enrolled in Choir 09 – Concert Choir (either INSIDE or OUTSIDE the timetable).  This class meets after school. Attendance at rehearsals and performances is required.  Performances occur in the evenings and may take place away from the school. … Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 09

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
    Outside Timetable

  • Choir 9 (OUTSIDE TIMETABLE)

      (outside the timetable) Choir 9: Concert Choir (OUTSIDE TIMETABLE) meets in the morning once a week (WOMEN’S CHOIR or MEN’S CHOIR) and at lunch time twice a week as part of JUNIOR CONCERT CHOIR.  Select this course if you would like to sing in a concert choir outside of the regular timetable. Students… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 09

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
    Outside Timetable

  • Dance 10 Company/Hip Hop

    (outside the timetable) Prerequisite/Co-requisite(s): Successful audition in September. Students wanting to enroll should also take Advanced Dance for the technical elements, as this is a performance-based course. This course meets entirely outside the regular timetable in the early morning and at lunch time.  Students should choose this course if they are… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 10

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
    Outside Timetable

  • Dance Choreography 10

    (Outside-the-timetable) Pre-requisite: Previous Dance Experience Learning the important practice and role of improvisation in creating choreography Development of unique tools to delve into the choreographic process Exploration of one’s own movement style as a form of self-expression Independent and group studies, projects and dances *Students required to participate in the Evenings of Dance as a… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 10

    Department(s)

    Outside Timetable

  • Dance Choreography 11 (outside timetable)

    (Outside-the-timetable) Recommended: Previous Dance Experience Learning the important practice and role of improvisation in creating choreography Development of unique tools to delve into the choreographic process Exploration of one’s own movement style as a form of self-expression Independent and group studies, projects and dances *Students required to participate in the Evenings of Dance as a… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 11

    Department(s)

    Outside Timetable

  • Dance Choreography 12 (outside timetable)

    (Outside-the-timetable) Pre-requisite: Previous Dance Experience Learning the important practice and role of improvisation in creating choreography Development of unique tools to delve into the choreographic process Exploration of one’s own movement style as a form of self-expression Independent and group studies, projects and dances *Students required to participate in the Evenings of Dance as a… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 12

    Department(s)

    Outside Timetable

  • Dance Company 11

    (outside the timetable) Prerequisite/Co-requisite(s): Successful audition in September. Students wanting to enroll should also take Advanced Dance for the technical elements, as this is a performance-based course. This course meets entirely outside the regular timetable in the early morning and at lunch time.  Students should choose this course if they are… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 11

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
    Outside Timetable

  • Dance Company 12: Troupe/Hip Hop (outside timetable)

    (outside the timetable) Prerequisite/Co-requisite(s): Successful audition in September. Students wanting to enroll should also take Advanced Dance for the technical elements, as this is a performance-based course. This course meets entirely outside the regular timetable in the early morning and at lunch time.  Students should choose this course if they are… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 12

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
    Outside Timetable

  • Dance Company: Hip Hop Crew & Troupe

    (Outside-the-timetable) *Previous Hip Hop Dance Experience is advised This course meets entirely outside the regular timetable.  Students should choose this course if they plan on auditioning for Squad OR joining Mini-Squad in the fall.  Each Hip Hop crew focuses entirely on the Hip Hop dance genre and refining dance technique through performance.  Students are expected to approach… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 11

    Department(s)

    Outside Timetable

  • Dance: Hip Hop Crew 12

    (Outside-the-timetable) Recommended: Previous Hip Hop Dance Experience is advised This course meets entirely outside the regular timetable.  Students should choose this course if they plan on auditioning for Squad OR joining Mini-Squad in the fall.  Each Hip Hop crew focuses entirely on the Hip Hop dance genre and refining dance technique through performance.  Students are expected to… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 12

    Department(s)

    Outside Timetable

  • English: Spoken Language 12

    This course is designed to allow students an opportunity to explore their world and look through a lens that encompasses a wider variety of views than have become common to the positive feedback loops that are the new norm. Working individually, in pairs, and in larger groups, students will be… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 12

    Department(s)

    English
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  • Musical Theatre 10

    Prerequisite: Successful audition This course meets entirely outside of the regular timetable.  It prepares the orchestral music for the full-length school musical.  A considerable time commitment during the run of the school musical is required. Important Points to Consider: The students who choose this class may be expected to spend 3… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 10

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
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  • Musical Theatre 11

    *Successful audition This course meets entirely outside the regular timetable.  It prepares the orchestral music for the full-length school musical.  A considerable time commitment during the run of the school musical is required. Important Points to Consider: The students who choose this class may be expected to spend 3 –… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 11

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
    Outside Timetable

  • Musical Theatre 12

    *Successful audition required This course meets entirely outside the regular timetable.  It prepares the orchestral music for the full-length school musical.  A considerable time commitment during the run of the school musical is required. Important Points to Consider: The students who choose this class may be expected to spend 3… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 12

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
    Outside Timetable

  • Orchestra 10 (outside timetable)

    Prerequisite: Mastery of Band 9 outcomes or successful audition. This class will compromise wind players and percussionists who wish to be part of a full orchestra. The ensemble is open to any student who plays a wind instrument. The Oak Bay Orchestra takes place Tuesdays at lunch and Thursday mornings…. Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 10

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
    Outside Timetable

  • Orchestra 11 (outside timetable)

    This class will comprise string, wind, brass, and percussion players who wish to be part of a full orchestra. The ensemble is open to any student who plays a string, wind, brass, or percussion instrument. The Oak Bay Orchestra takes place Tuesdays at lunch and Wednesday mornings. Students will continue… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 11

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
    Outside Timetable

  • Orchestra 12 (outside timetable)

    *Mastery of Band 10 outcomes or successful audition. This class will compromise wind players and percussionists who wish to be part of a full orchestra. The ensemble is open to any student who plays a wind instrument. The Oak Bay Orchestra takes place Tuesdays at lunch and Thursday mornings. Students… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 11

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
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  • Outdoor Education 11 (Pursuits)

    The goal of this course is to learn the skills needed to safely, and respectfully, explore the beautiful island we live on.  Throughout the year students will gain the knowledge, experience, and competence to prepare them for a multiple night hiking trip (this trip is optional as extra costs are… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 11

    Department(s)

    Outside Timetable
    Physical Education

  • PHE: Outdoor Education Pursuits (outside timetable)

    The goal of this course is to learn the skills needed to safely, and respectfully, explore the beautiful island we live on.  Throughout the year students will gain the knowledge, experience, and competence to prepare them for a multiple night canoe trip (this trip is optional as extra costs are… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 12

    Department(s)

    Outside Timetable
    Physical Education

  • Strings 10 (outside timetable)

    Note:  This is a “District 61” Band Program Prerequisite: Strings 09 or instructor’s permission. Participation in performances and rehearsals is required; performances may occur in the evenings and sometimes take place away from the school. Classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30 – 4:45 p.m. For players of violin, viola,… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 10

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
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  • Strings 11 (outside timetable)

    This class is open to all orchestral string musicians! Participation in performances and rehearsals is required; performances may occur in the evenings and sometimes take place away from the school. Classes meet on Mondays at 8:00am and Thursdays, 3:30 – 4:45 p.m. For players of violin, viola, cello or double… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 11

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
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  • Strings 12 (outside timetable)

    Orchestral Strings 11 Prerequisite: Strings 10 or instructor’s permission. Participation in performances and rehearsals is required; performances may occur in the evenings and sometimes take place away from the school. Classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30 – 4:45 p.m. For players of violin, viola, cello or double bass, this course… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 11

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
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  • Theatre Production 10 (Stagecraft) (outside timetable)

    (outside the timetable) Students will develop the skills required for theatrical production: Theatre vocabulary and terminology Shop and tool safety Basic lighting and sound elements Set design and construction Painting

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 10

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
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  • Theatre Production 11 (Stagecraft)

    (outside the timetable) As a continuation of Stagecraft 10, Stagecraft 11 students will continue to develop skills required for theatrical production: Lighting design and set design Set design and construction Sound technique and equipment usage Set painting and design Production management  

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 11

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
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  • Theatre Production 12 Stagecraft (outside timetable)

    (outside the timetable) As a continuation of Stagecraft 10, Stagecraft 11 students will continue to develop skills required for theatrical production: Lighting design and set design Set design and construction Sound technique and equipment usage Set painting and design Production management

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 12

    Department(s)

    Arts Education
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  • Yoga for Mindfulness 10-12 (outside timetable)

    Yoga for Mindfulness is a new course running outside-the-timetable that offers a holistic journey to well-being. In this course, students will delve into yogic philosophy, anatomy and mindfulness. Through the practice of yoga asana (poses), meditation, breathing techniques and mindfulness, students will experience the health benefits of yoga and simultaneously… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Grade 10
    Grade 11
    Grade 12

    Department(s)

    Outside Timetable
    Personal Development

  • Yoga for Mindfulness 12

    Yoga for Mindfulness is a new course running outside-the-timetable that offers a holistic journey to well-being. In this course, students will delve into yogic philosophy, anatomy and mindfulness. Through the practice of yoga asana (poses), meditation, breathing techniques and mindfulness, students will experience the health benefits of yoga and simultaneously… Read more

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    Grade(s)

    Department(s)

    Outside Timetable
    Personal Development