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Environment

Environment at BSS
Bayridge Secondary School is very proud of its focus on Environmental issues. Staff and students have worked together to become a highly respected leader in the field of Environmental studies and initiatives that make a difference locally and globally. A gold seal Ecoschool for the past ten years, the school boasts environmentally focused programs in Geography and Science, a vital Environmental Club (EcoTeam), and an EcoSchools Canada Team. Sharing the passion and expertise, Bayridge is hoping to rehost an annual Environmental Summit for all Limestone District students. Students work with the community and local businesses agencies on studies and projects –both past and present, such as E-waste drives with Scott Environmental and composting/gardening projects. The Grade 12 Earth and Space Program has been invited to meet Nobel Prize laureate Dr. Art Macdonald at the inaugural ceremony of the Astrophysics Visitor Centre at Queen’s University (the only high school to be 2020-2021 recognized for such an event). Many Bayridge graduates have gone on into post-secondary education or employment in this area. With plans to continue to build these programs in the field of environmental science and geography, the SHSM Environmental will tie together all of the components in this area in an enhanced diploma which distinguishes the focus in this area. Bayridge Secondary presently has several environmentally focused courses in both Geography and Science disciplines, two extracurricular clubs with numerous projects, initiatives and enrichment opportunities in the field (geology excursions, placements in sought-after co-op opportunities) and several stand alone courses in Environmental Studies, Resource Management. Environmental Stewardship is vital to the school and thus, students will be able to obtain a bundle of credits in the field, complete a practical experience placement, gain valuable certifications, participate in GIS Skills Compeitions and take advantage of enriched learning opportunities. Partnerships with LDSB Sustainable Initiatives, Ecoschools projects, ECO Canada, local environmental corporations and St. Lawrence College ensure the program is relevant to societal needs and appropriate student preparation for the future.
Credit Requirements
Environment
Compulsory Certifications Required
CPR - Level C w/ AED

CPR - Level C w/ AED

Standard CPR Training

WHMIS / GHS

WHMIS / GHS

GPS Awareness

GPS Awareness

GPS Awareness Training

Standard First Aid +

Standard First Aid +

Standard First Aid Training

Elective Certification Options
Bear Safety Awareness

Bear Safety Awareness

Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

Pleasure Craft Operator

Pleasure Craft Operator

Chainsaw Safety

Chainsaw Safety

Geographic Information System (GIS)

Geographic Information System (GIS)

Working at Heights

Working at Heights

Customer Service

Customer Service

Ladder Safety Training

Ladder Safety Training

Workplace Violence Bill 168 & 132

Workplace Violence Bill 168 & 132

Reach Ahead Experiences
Workplace

Workplace

Interviewing an employer in the sector

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Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship

Visiting an approved apprenticeship delivery agent in the sector

University

University

Visiting a university with a sector specfic program

College

College

Visiting a college with a sector specific program

Co-Op

Cooperative education provides secondary school students with a wide range of rigorous learning opportunities connected to communities outside the school. It is designed to recognize and respond to the diversity of Ontario’s student population, and it can engage all students.

 

In cooperative education, students learn in safe, culturally responsive environments in the community, and they are actively involved in determining what they learn, how they learn, when and where they learn, and how they demonstrate their learning.

Students must complete a minimum 2 credit coop in a related course. This can include summer coop and paid coop placements.

Summer coop can happen immediately after a student completes Grade 10.

A student becomes a Grade 11 student July 1st after they complete Grade 10.

Summer coop is a very good option for students who worry that they won't have room in their timetable in Grade 11 or 12 to take two credits of coop.

For more information follow the link below.

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