The goal of this course is to provide students with a solid understanding of the systems in a vehicle. After taking the course, each student should be capable of effectively maintaining their car and completing basic repairs. These skills will potentially save students thousands of dollars over their lifetime. The… Read more

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Band 11 is for students who have completed three or more years of music instruction on a woodwind, brass, or percussion instrument.  The Grade 11 Band occurs during a regularly scheduled block within the school timetable for the entire year. Course Content Continuation of the acquisition of performance skills on… Read more

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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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4 credits – inside the timetable – mandatory for graduation Career Life Education will enable students to investigate career-life options and to develop the skills they need to become self-directed individuals who set goals, make thoughtful decisions and take responsibility for pursuing their goals throughout life. Students will have opportunities… Read more

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Chemistry 11 A thorough understanding of the basic chemistry concepts taught at both Science 9 and 10 levels are needed for Chemistry 11 Equipment: A scientific calculator is necessary. Class work involves labs, activities, demonstrations, individual work, and lectures. The course requires moderate mathematical ability, and considerable abstract reasoning ability…. Read more

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  (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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    (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, folk… Read more

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  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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  (inside the timetable) Co-requisite:  Choir 11 – Concert Choir (INSIDE or OUTSIDE the timetable) must be taken concurrently  Chamber Choir 11 is designed to explore choral music at an advanced vocal level.  Students are expected to have a solid vocal technique already and a basic proficiency in sight-reading.  This is a… Read more

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This course enrols students in Grades 09 – 12 and may be retaken at each grade level. This course meets twice a week at 8:00 am. It also requires time outside class meetings on occasion. Students work together in cross-grade teams to complete assigned and optional projects, ranging from spirit… Read more

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Computer Programming 11 Prerequisites: Computer Studies 10 or permission from the instructor Computer Programming 11 builds on skills learned in Computer Studies 10 so it is recommended for students who have some programming background and is not intended as an intro level course.  Senior students looking for an introductory course… Read more

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*Successful audition Required Please contact Ms. Alana Beyer, Dance Teacher abeyer@sd61.bc.ca Dance classes are on a skill level basis so they are multi-grade.  Grade 9 students with considerable previous dance training and skill development  may join the class upon successful audition. Dance strip is required. Designed for students who have achieved… Read more

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Prerequisite:  Beginning Dance or previous experience. Dance classes are on a skill-level basis, so they are multi-grade. Dance strip is required. Designed for students with previous dance training. Continued development of various styles of dance including Jazz, Funk, Hip Hop, Tap, Ballet, Ballroom, Bollywood, Broadway and Contemporary. Students’ dance knowledge is… Read more

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(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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(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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(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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Dance strip is required. Introduction to various styles of dance including Jazz, Funk, Hip Hop, Tap, Ballet, Bollywood, Broadway and Contemporary Basic warm-up techniques, dance steps and combinations in small and large group settings Development of a deeper understanding of the roots of the various dance forms through exploration, projects… Read more

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  Digital Photography is a course that is designed for students who are interested in learning about digital imaging, manually controlling exposure on a DSLR camera, and using photo-editing software to elevate their photographs.  This course is perfect for students who are interested in visual arts and want to further… Read more

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*Drafting 10 is recommended This course builds on concepts and techniques learned in Drafting and Design.  The course materials are structured to allow for increasingly in-depth exploration of certain topics and drafting techniques, depending on the students’ interests.  The majority of the work is in the form of projects, such… Read more

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(inside the timetable) This course is open to all students, regardless of experience. As a continuation from Drama Foundations 10, this course includes: The theory of comedy and drama Comic styles and delivery The emotional inventory of the actor Advanced investigation of improvisation Team building through performance

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EFP Literary Studies + New Media 11: This course is designed for students who are interested in exploring First People’s oral and written literature through a range of media. Students will explore various themes, authors, and topics, such as the influence of new media on First Peoples personal and cultural identities,… Read more

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Explore fundamentals of engineering through hands-on projects. Students will learn practical and transferable skills while building their design and problem-solving abilities. Through the lens of engineering, students will explore concepts, develop solutions to issues, examine materials, prototype designs, and build working models to test. Engineering 11 will cover the following… Read more

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English Language Arts 11 (5 Options) English Language Arts 11 is part of the graduation program. Students will choose one of the these courses to meet this requirement: (Click on the link to learn more about the course from the BC Ministry of Education) Composition 11 Composition 11 is designed to support students as… Read more

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Creative Writing 11 is an academic writing course.  Students will expect to produce between 7,000 and 20,000 written words in the year, substantially more output than a regular English class where more time must be taken with literary analysis and reading texts. The course is meant for those who love… Read more

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LITERARY STUDIES 11 Literary Studies 11 allows students to delve deeply into literature. Students can explore specific themes, periods, authors, or areas of the world through literary works (fiction and non-fiction) in a variety of media. Giving students the choice of a range of literary topics allows them to follow… Read more

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New Media 11 is a program of studies designed to reflect the changing role of technology in today’s society and the increasing importance of digital media in communicating and exchanging ideas. This course is intended to allow students and educators the flexibility to develop an intensive program of study centred… Read more

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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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This course is designed to support students in their development of spoken communication through processes of questioning, exploring, and sampling. The course builds students’ spoken language competencies by introducing them to varied structures, forms, and styles of oral compositions and by providing opportunities for students to individually and collaboratively study,… Read more

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    *Mastery of the Science 10 outcomes. This course satisfies the graduation requirement for a Science 11.  This course will examine ecosystems, processes of natural change, sustainability, and stewardship of ecosystems.  Topics covered will include: Complex roles and relationships contribute to diversity of ecosystems. Changing ecosystems are maintained by… Read more

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Bienvenue à ce cours dynamique et interactif où on fait plusieurs excursions sur la terre : aux plages, forêts et ruisseaux, on écoute les invités et les Aînés, on cuisine ensemble, et on partage les idées dans la communauté.  On participe aux jeux, discussions, enquêtes, et projets de groupe en utilisant… Read more

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Explorations in Social Studies 11 – Course Description Students enrolling in this course will explore many topics that fall under the Social Studies umbrella.  This course will have students branching out from mainly a historical perspective and broadening their knowledge of Demographics, Environmental Studies, Social Justice, Philosophy, First Nations Studies,… Read more

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Open to grades 10-12 Film & Television 11 is a practical, hands-on course for students interested in working behind and in front of the video camera. You will learn about all aspects of creating film and television productions and explore careers in the field. While we will focus on editing,… Read more

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Les élèves de Français Langue 11 développeront leur habilité dans les quatres facettes de la langue : l’écoute, l’écriture, la lecture et l’expression orale. À travers le cours, ils exploreront la culture de la francophonie parmi les médias et la communication numérique (d’actualités, balados, etc), la musique, le cinéma et… Read more

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    The Foods Studies 11 course focuses on meal and recipe design, recipe development and modification. Incorporated in a variety of international recipes are the topics of food security, labelling, promotion, nutrition, and marketing strategies.

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            Quick Tips for Choosing the Right Math Course in Grade 11 Credits: 4 Equipment: Scientific Calculator: The Sharp EL – 510R is most suitable. Prerequisite: successful completion of Foundations of Math & Pre-Calculus 10 or permission from the instructor. A final grade of 60%… Read more

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Satisfies UBC’s entrance language requirement Strongly Suggested: French 10 or equivalent 40% – SPEAKING/LISTENING 30% – READING/WRITING 30% – SUMMATIVE PROJECTS AND PRESENTATIONS This course emphasizes communication as the main goal of learning; oral/ aural communication comprises 50% of the course work. Writing, use of various new tenses, reading of… Read more

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Open to all music students. Corequisite: Students taking Jazz Band should also be enrolled in 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 7:55am  Tuesday and Thursday for the entire school year. … Read more

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Prerequisite: Japanese 10 or Japanese 11 Introductory Note: This class satisfies the Grade 11 university entrance language requirements. Japanese 11 builds on the foundation established in previous courses, continuing to expand students’ vocabulary and comprehension through engaging stories and a variety of activities. This course introduces the plain speech style… Read more

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Prerequisite: None Note: This course does not satisfy Grade 11 university entrance requirements. Japanese 11 Introductory is an accelerated entry-level course tailored for Grade 10-12 students who have not previously taken Japanese 9. Combining key elements from both Japanese 9 and 10, this course provides a strong foundation and prepares… Read more

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Credits:  8 *Create!  Design!  Leave your mark!  Enjoy working in a collaborative environment to create something you and your school will be proud of … something that will last a lifetime.  This course is open to students in grades 11 and 12. In order to meet yearbook deadlines, students will… Read more

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ELL – Choose one of the 4 strands (New Media, Spoken Language, Literary Studies, Composition) and pair with English Language Development Block English Language Development Block Allows for more in-depth immersion into formal usage of English language Provides English support to accompanying English 11 language blocks with guidance in vocabulary recognition, language… Read more

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FILA (French Immersion Language Arts): Language and Culture of the French-Speaking World 11 (4 credits) Students will discover and explore the linguistic diversity, traditions, and customs of Francophones in BC, Canada, and the world at large.  In addition, they will develop an awareness of the diversity of French-speaking communities.  Through… Read more

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This course enrolls students in grades o9 – 12 and may be retaken at each grade level. The class meets once a week at noon and also requires time outside class meetings. Students will work together in cross-grade teams to complete projects ranging from running the day-to-day tasks of the… Read more

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* Successful application and interview Fine Arts Leadership students will be expected to take on leadership responsibilities on behalf of the music, dance and drama programs. The class meets once a week at 7:30 a.m. and also requires a substantial amount of time outside class meetings. Students will work together… Read more

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Life Science 11 (formerly Biology 11) Prerequisite: Science 10 This survey course looks at the organic forms from the simplest (viruses) to the most complex (vertebrate animals). This course is appropriate for students requiring a grade 11 credit or wishing to pursue a Biological or Health Science related post-secondary program…. Read more

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Marketing 11 will prepare students for the world of work that they will encounter upon graduation as well as prepare them for additional study in the areas of commerce, marketing and economics at the post-secondary level. Marketing 11 is an introductory course that focuses on retail business and learning how… Read more

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  Quick Tips for Choosing the Right Math Course in Grade 11 Credits: 4 * A final grade of 60% or higher in Foundations and Pre-calculus Mathematics 10 is strongly recommended. Students with less than 60% should consult with their teacher before choosing this course. This course is of similar… Read more

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Credits: 4 *Successful completion of Workplace Mathematics 10 or permission from the instructor. This course satisfies the Ministry of Education’s mathematics graduation requirements. Information: This course is strongly recommended for students who are planning on entering the workforce directly after high school, or who are planning on pursuing a career… Read more

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Come one, come all. No experience necessary for this hands on fun filled and action packed course. Media Design is an elective course where students build, learn, innovate, and design. We have the opportunity to look at the past, present, and future as we experience multiple phases of the digital… Read more

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      Recommended: Gr.10 students are welcome to take this course with permission from instructor Music Comp/Prod 11 is a course designed for students who want to explore composing, songwriting, and recording/producing music. All students who are thinking about pursuing music in any capacity in post-secondary education should take… Read more

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*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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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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*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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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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*Application and permission of the school. Students can receive credit in Peer Tutoring by providing academic support, homework review and encouragement to fellow students. Opportunities include assisting students in classes or in Focus Block One-to-one tutoring is also possible. This course is offered outside of the timetable. Tutors are expected to… Read more

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The aim of this course is  to increase continued participation in physical activity while promoting a comfortable and supportive learning environment.  Students will continue to explore traditional and new physical activities with the aim of discovering fun and accessible interests both at school and within the greater community.  The focus… Read more

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Active Living 11/12 Girls This course is designed for girls to continue their love of physical activity in a comfortable and supportive environment.  The idea is to continue and to promote lifelong health and wellness through different sports and games. In addition to basic class time, the class has the… Read more

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    Oak Bay High School has a large custom built darkroom for the exploration of traditional photography methods. This course can be taken independently but is an excellent complement to Digital Photography. This is a comprehensive photography course for the beginner who wants to learn about traditional film photography… Read more

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It is recommended that students have mastered the physics-related learning outcomes from Science 10 prior to Physics 11. Equipment: A scientific calculator is required. The behaviour of mechanical systems will be described and analyzed mathematically, with an emphasis on lab work and developing problem-solving skills.  The Big Ideas covered will… Read more

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* Some programming experience, an asset Robotics 11 is an introductory robotics course where you will learn the fundamental skills to design, program, and develop the electronics to engineer your own robot. Using Arduino circuit boards, sensors, and motors, students will complete a series of electronics projects in order to… Read more

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  Marine Biology 12 *Mastery of the Science 10 outcomes.  Life Science 11 is recommended or may be taken concurrently. Information:  This course is open to grade 11 and 12 students. Victoria is surrounded by ocean on three sides, yet most people just look across the surface. Using a variety of local… Read more

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  Ce cours est nécessaire pour la graduation et comprend un examen provincial qui compte à  20 pour cent de la note finale. Les élèves exploreront les questions qui affectèrent le Canada et la communauté internationale au 20ième siècle.  Ils apprendront à maîtriser les compétences requises pour interpréter les données,… Read more

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  Satisfies the university entrance language requirement Prerequisite: Spanish 10 or Intro. Spanish 11 The main goal of this course is the development of a higher level of competence in written and spoken Spanish. It will include: Writing/Speaking: mastery of verb tenses, extensive review of grammar, idiomatic expressions and more… Read more

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  Introductory Spanish 11 Does NOT satisfy all university entrance language requirements, but may be followed by Spanish 11, which does. This course is recommended for grade 11 students who are seeking to complete their university language requirement prior to graduation. French Immersion and grade 10 students with no previous… Read more

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This elective does NOT satisfy the physical education graduation requirement. Students in grade 10 will also need to register in Physical Education 10 to meet graduation requirements. This course is a sport-specific basketball course, for both male and female students, designed to develop student-athletes skills and knowledge on a continuous, yearlong… Read more

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This elective does NOT satisfy the physical education graduation requirement. Students in grade 10 will also need to register in Physical Education 10 to meet graduation requirements. This is a sport-specific course, designed to introduce the game and/or continue to develop female basketball players in a comfortable and supportive environment.  This course will… Read more

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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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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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  This course is meant for third level senior art students who have completed either VA 9 Introduction Studio Art and/or Studio Art 2D 10.    Skills learned previously are incorporated and enhanced throughout this course.  Each student will use their prior knowledge in the previous courses to more thoroughly investigate two-dimensional… Read more

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This course can be taken for the first time in grade 11 or as a continuation of Art 10 Ceramics and Sculpture. When taken as a continuation of a previous ceramics and sculpture course students will have the option of doing independent work in any area they wish to focus. This… Read more

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Textiles 11 students will  develop their sewing skills by working with a variety of fabrics, learning to modify patterns to fit their body type and working with a serger.  Use design thinking to enhance and create unique textile items. Learn about “upcycling”—taking a ready-made garment, and turning it into a… Read more

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(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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Do you like to build things? Want to make projects using real building materials while learning trades skills? A career in the trades is a stable, exciting, rewarding and challenging way to earn a good living. Explore different career paths while building trades-related projects. Blast through steel with torches, cut… Read more

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Independent Studies Studio Arts 2D &/or 3D 11/12 (Semester 2 only) Students wishing to focus on Visual Arts with their course choices are encouraged to consider Independent Studies in 2D  The IDS course allows you to: go beyond the regular curriculum and learning outcomes.  learn in-depth about a topic that interests you. … Read more

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Advanced Woodwork 11 – Students who have completed Woodwork 9 or 10 will be following an advanced woodwork course. We will build on skills developed in previous woodwork course(s) and allow students to attempt more complex projects. Students will be given an introductory assignment that will take 30% of the… Read more

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Introductory Woodwork 11 – Students who have not previously taken woodworking at the secondary level will be following an introductory woodwork course. Introductory woodwork students will be assigned 3 main projects: The first will be a skill-building project to allow students to become familiar with the woodshop and its tools…. Read more

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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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