Info Sessions Presentation (FULL Version)

1. Ideal Mini School Open House
Presenters: Ernie Pao, Head Teacher, Math/Physics
& Sandra Hatzisavva, English/PE Teacher
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2. Ideal Mini School Open House
Presentation Agenda
General School Information
What is it like at Ideal?
How To Apply
Q & A Session
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Students We Are Looking For

3. • Ideal Mini has been operating for over 40
years. Started as an independent school
but is now under the administration of Sir
Winston Churchill Secondary.
• Ideal is unique because we are a complete
Grade 8 to 12 program where students can
do their entire high school education here.
• We are the only mini school in the VSB that
is completely off-campus (and has it’s own
name!)
• We have our very own PAC!
General Information
Ideal Mini School Open House

4. • 6 Teachers, 1 Secretary, 1 Counselor
• 5 student cohorts (1 of each grade)
• The majority of our graduates (over
90%) go on to post-secondary
institutions
• Rounded program in all areas
• Science Fair program
General Information
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5. • Standardized Gr.8 & 9 timetable
• Limited electives in Gr.10
• Minimum 6 classes at Ideal in Gr.11
• Minimum 4 classes at Ideal in Gr.12
• At the senior level, electives not offered
at Ideal may be taken at Churchill
• Full current course offerings may be
viewed on our school website
www.idealminischool.ca
Course Information
Ideal Mini School Open House Grade 8
English 8
Science 8
Math 8
Social Studies 8
French 8
Physical Education 8
(w/Drama 8)
Art 8
Applied Skills 8
Grade 9
English 9
Science 9
Math 9
Social Studies 9
French 9
Physical Education 9
Art 9
Drama 9

6. • Everyone is on a first name basis (including
teachers!)
• Although informal in nature (e.g. painted
lockers, no bells etc), Ideal has structured
classes and curricula
• We have a wide variety of students, some who
feel they might do better in a small learning
environment
• Ideal is a safe place where students can work in
a cooperative, non-threatening environment
• Cross-grade interaction
• There is a strong sense of community and
student involvement in the school.
What is it like at Ideal?
Ideal Mini School Open House

7. • School Trips
• Annual school camp trip to Timberline Ranch
• Biannual senior trip
• Sister School Exchange to Japan 2018 (Seniors)
• Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre 2018 (Gr.8)
• Annual Encounters with Canada Program (Ottawa)
• Field Trips
• Annual School Ice Skating Trip
• Bard on the Beach
• Vancouver Film Festival
• Bowling
• Playland Physics (gr.11)
• and more!!!
Value added programs
Ideal Mini School Open House
• School Events
• Halloween Potluck
• Kris Kringle
• School Picnic/Sports Day
• Desserts, Arts, and Drama Night
• Senior Drama Play Nights
• Sister School Exchange with Yokohama
Commercial High School (Y’Ko)
• and more!!!

8. • Well-rounded students (min. B avg. in academic
areas) interested in both academic achievement
and developing a sense of community, social
responsibility and leadership
• Academically motivated students but NOT those
interested in academic acceleration
• NOT for students bound for IB or other district
programs
• French Immersion students must take regular
French classes with their cohort
• Full 5-year commitment to the program in order
to get the full benefit of the program
Students We Are Looking For
Ideal Mini School Open House

9. DISTRICT CSI TEST
• Register for the district CSI Test
(registration online Oct.26 to
Nov.8, 2018 at www.vsb.bc.ca)
• Students must complete the
district CSI Test on Tuesday,
November 20, 2018 @ various
locations around VSB (e.g.
Churchill)
• Complete the Grade 8 Application
package (available in the foyer or
online @ www.idealminischool.ca)
• Ensure everything necessary is
included (report cards may be
submitted later if not yet available)
• DEADLINE: 3:00 pm (sharp!)
Thursday, December 20, 2018 @
Ideal Mini Office
• Note that the online application for
the CSI test is not the same as the
application to the mini school!
SCHOOL APPLICATION
Ideal Mini School Open House
How to Apply

10. INTERVIEW
• Only selected candidates will
receive interviews (please do not
call in!)
• Interview Date: Wednesday,
February 6, 2018
• 1st Round Offers made to students on
Tuesday, February 20, 2018 (~9:00
am)(28 spots)
• 1st Round Acceptance Deadline – 12:00
pm noon on Thursday, February 22,
2018
• 2nd Round Offers made to students on
Wednesday, February 27, 2018 (~9:00
am)
• 2nd Round Acceptance Deadline – 12:00
pm noon on Thursday, February 28,
2018
• Remaining offers if spots are still
available
OFFERS
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How to Apply

11. Questions & Answers
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