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Applied Skills Home Economics, Woodwork, Metalwork, Mechanics		English & Literacy First Peoples Literary , Language Arts
The Applied Skills programs provide technical knowledge and practical experience working in a realistic setting focused on lab and project completion. Emphasis is placed on learning the correct and safe uses of topic area tools.		Students are guided to develop strong communication skills, an understanding and appreciation of language and literature, and to become literate and responsible citizens in a digital age. Students are encouraged to think critically, creatively, and reflectively; to construct a sense of personal and cultural identity; and to be respectful of a range of perspectives and worldviews.
Fine Arts Drama/Acting, Art, Music, Dance, Visual Arts/Photography, Yearbook		Science Natural Sciences, Computer Science, Robotics
The NVSS Fine Arts program meets the needs of both the student who is seriously interested in the world of the Arts and related career professions, as well as those of the student who is interested in exploring aspects of artistic expression for personal enrichment and enjoyment. Students will be expected to develop the life skills of communication, cooperation, and collaboration.		Students are encouraged to use critical thinking, creative insight, and scientific knowledge to collaborate with peers, to investigate nature, to solve problems, to communicate effectively, to innovate, to discover, and to increase your understanding of science through hands-on experiences.
Physical Education & Athletics Mindful Living, Active Living, Fitness & Conditioning, Athletics		Mathematics Workplace Math, Foundations of Math and Pre-Calculus, Calculus
Daily participation in different types of physical activity influences our physical literacy and personal health and fitness goals. Lifelong participation in physical activity has many benefits and is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle.		The NVSS Math program aims to improve students' numeracy by encouraging students to investigate to real-life situations, building deep understanding of the mathematical concepts presented and asking questions to make connections to other disciplines. The Grade 10 Numeracy Assessment is a provincial assessment that assesses student proficiency in numeracy. It is a graduation requirement and students take the assessment in their Grade 10 year.
Second Languages French, Spanish, Japanese, Carrier		Social Studies Law, Psychology, BC First Peoples
Starting in grade 9, second languages become electives. If you plan to go to university after high school, it is recommended that you take a second language.		All students must take a Grade 11 or 12 Social Studies course in order to graduate. Students can take a Grade 12 Social Studies course while they are in Grade 11.
Special Education Learning Assistance, Thrive, Bridges, Valhalla		Student Services Counselling, Career Prep, Planning, Tutoring
NVSS offers a variety of different programs to meet the needs of all learners, including junior and senior alternate education as well as learning assistance in mainstream courses.		The counsellors handle registrations, course selections, and course transfers, as well as arrange and conduct meetings with parents and students.