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North Bay High School ACADEMICS & EXTRACURRICULARS
Curriculum
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Curriculum approach at North Bay High School: Traditional
North Bay High School has a Traditional approach to Curriculum (as opposed to Liberal Arts, Progressive, Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf approach).
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What North Bay High School says about their overall curriculum and approach:
North Bay High School employs a traditional approach to curriculum of the Ontario system, that both utilizes the strengths and best practices Ontario has to offer, along with the supplements that only highly trained and qualified teachers can offer. With this combination in hand, students in the classroom will have the support they need to rise to the highest levels.
Approach
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Pedagogies and subject courses:
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Mathematics
Mathematics approach at North Bay High School: Traditional Math
North Bay High School has a Traditional Math approach to Mathematics (as opposed to Discovery Math, Equal Balance approach).
[Show: About Traditional Math?]What North Bay High School says:
Our mathematics program is a highly traditional and classroom-focused one, in that we expect our students to have above-average skills in mathematics, and our teachers, staff, and curriculum are designed to push students to great heights. In this way, we assume that at least some of our students desire a more accelerated pace than discovery math may sometimes offer.
Textbooks and supplementary materials:
North Bay High School follows the Trillium list as required, but will supplement with materials made for a modern audience.
Calculator policy:
Students have access to calculators, especially in higher-grade mathematics, on a need basis. Graphing calculators, for example, may be required for difficult concepts and more complex curriculum models.
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Science
Science approach at North Bay High School: Expository
North Bay High School has an Expository approach to Science (as opposed to Inquiry, Equal Balance approach).
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Our science curriculum is based on Ontario expectations, with the goal of preparation for University programs. As such, we intend to put primary focus on concept mastery, so as to be better prepared for the more complex science of the post-secondary world.
Treatment of evolution:
Subject Offered Evolution as consensus theory Evolution as one of many equally viable theories Evolution is not taught Topics covered in curriculum:
Subject Offered Biology Chemistry Ecology Geology Meteorology Physics Physiology Zoology Literature
Literature approach at North Bay High School: Equal Balance
North Bay High School has an Equal Balance approach to Literature (as opposed to Traditional, Social Justice approach).
[Show: About Equal Balance?]What North Bay High School says:
North Bay High School's approach to literature reflects an evolution of teaching language, grammar, and composition. In the 21st century world, writing and reading skills are more important than ever, but are increasingly facing competition from AI-assisted technology, and while we believe there is a place for technology in the classroom, it cannot replace critical thinking and analysis. We are careful to balance a need for understanding the real world, with being able to master important concepts.
Program covers:
Subject Offered Canadian lit American lit European (continental) lit World (non-Western) lit English lit Ancient lit Humanities and Social Sciences
Humanities and Social Sciences approach at North Bay High School: Pragmatism
North Bay High School has a Pragmatism approach to Humanities and Social Sciences (as opposed to Perennialism, Equal Balance approach).
[Show: About Pragmatism?]What North Bay High School says:
North Bay High School places vital importance on the mastery of real world skills and concepts. As such, our programs in this area focus on skill development and concept mastery - nothing less will make our students competitive in the modern world.
Foreign Languages
Foreign Languages approach at North Bay High School: Communicative
North Bay High School has a Communicative approach to Foreign Languages (as opposed to Audio-Lingual, Equal Balance approach).
[Show: About Communicative?]What North Bay High School says:
Our students come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and though we strive to ensure English mastery at all levels, we also offer programs in other languages, and help to support students in their development using communicative techniques.
Language instruction offered in:
Subject Offered Chinese-Cantonese Chinese-Mandarin French German Greek Italian Japanese Hebrew Latin Russian Spanish ESL Fine Arts
Fine Arts approach at North Bay High School: Creative
North Bay High School has a Creative approach to Fine Arts (as opposed to Receptive, Equal Balance approach).
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Subject Offered Acting Dance Drama/Theatre Graphic Design Music Visual Arts Visual studio philosophy:
Expressive Disciplined What North Bay High School says:
Our art studio is a central focus of our new Toronto campus, and our art program, while ensuring students are learning core skills in art, is also a happy place, of expression, care, and deep thinking. We believe art students must feel comfortable in their expression in order for it to be authentic.
Computers and Technology
Computers and Technology approach at North Bay High School: Medium integration
North Bay High School has a Medium integration approach to Computers and Technology (as opposed to Light integration, Heavy integration approach).
[Show: About Medium integration?]What North Bay High School says:
We do strive to ensure technology is integrated into classroom work as much as possible, but this is done on a case-by-case basis. Not all situations are equally influenced by technology, and we try to be precise in our application of it. A balance must be struck between overt technology dominance and technology-assisted learning.
Program covers:
Subject Offered Computer science Robotics Web design Physical Education
What North Bay High School says:
We strive for mastery of both body and mind, and this ensures a student's well-rounded focus remains intact. We care deeply about our students' health and must do everything we can to promote it, inside and outside the classroom.
Advanced Placement courses
This information is not currently available.Sex and health education
Sex and health education approach at North Bay High School: Ontario curriculum
North Bay High School has an Ontario curriculum approach to Sex and health education (as opposed to Does not follow prrovincialcurriculum approach).
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North Bay High School has a approach Mostly value-neutral (as opposed to Fairly value-based approach).[Show: About Mostly value-neutral?]What North Bay High School says:
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Language
Learn about North Bay High School's languages of instruction and enrolment.
North Bay High School offers English as the primary language of instruction.
Language of enrolment include: English
Online Learning
North Bay High School's online learning approach and offerings. Learn about this school's online programs and courses offered, its course formats, and its teaching and learning approaches.
North Bay High School offers online courses to students.
What North Bay High School says about their course flexibility:
Asynchronous, continuous-intake courses allow students to join when they are ready and complete work when they can.
Course format
| Type | Offered |
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| Distance | |
| Asynchronous | |
| Synchronous |
Academic support and services
| Type | Offered |
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| Dedicated teacher per course | |
| Exam proctoring | |
| Student progress tracker | |
| Regular office hours | |
| Additional support | |
| Study groups | |
| Special needs support |
Curriculum Pace
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Curriculum Pace approach at North Bay High School: Standard-enriched
North Bay High School has a Standard-enriched approach to Curriculum Pace (as opposed to Accelerated, Student-paced approach).
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What North Bay High School says about their curriculum pace:
North Bay High School's curriculum program is meant to outpace that of traditional Ontario Public schools, in that we expect our students to earn up to 10 credits per year.
Flexible pacing style
| Type | Offered |
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| Subject-streaming (tracking) | |
| Multi-age classrooms as standard | |
| Ability-grouping (in-class) as common | |
| Frequent use of cyber-learning (at-their-own-pace) | |
| Regular guided independent study opportunities | |
| Differentiated assessment |
What North Bay High School says about their flexible pacing:
As we allow students to choose their own pace for graduation, we sometimes have multi-age classrooms as a result. This is highly encouraged by our staff.
Academic Culture
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Academic Culture approach at North Bay High School: Rigorous
North Bay High School has a Rigorous approach to Academic Culture (as opposed to Supportive approach).
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What North Bay High School says about their academic culture:
Everything that North Bay High School does has an academic focus. We strive for the highest achievement among our students, and all programs share this goal.
Developmental priorities
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Primary Developmental Priority: Intellectual
The goal is to cultivate "academically strong, creative and critical thinkers, capable of exercising rationality, apprehending truth, and making aesthetic distinctions."
Secondary Developmental Priority: Physical
The goal is to cultivate "strong, ?exible - bodied and active individuals, in tune with the joys of movement, sport and wellness."
What North Bay High School says about their developmental priorities:
While the primary focus of NBHS is on intellectual pursuits, we also put a strong focus on physical ones, as we believe both ideas complement each other and promote stronger growth.
Special needs support
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A - Forms of Support
Accommodation:
Modification:
Remediation:
B - Environments
Resource Assistance:
Withdrawal Assistance:
Partial Integration:
Full-Time Class:
Special NeedNeed
Forms of SupportA
EnvironmentsB
ADHD
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Learning disabilitiesDyslexia (Language-Based Learning Disability)This is a learning disability that can limit a child's ability to read and learn. It can have a variety of traits. A few of the main ones are impaired phonological awareness and decoding, problems with orthographic coding, and auditory short-term memory impairment.Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)This is a sound differentiation disorder involving problems with reading, comprehension, and language.DyscalculiaThis is a kind of specific learning disability in math. Kids with this math disorder have problems with calculation. They may also have problems with math-related concepts such as time and money.DysgraphiaThis is a kind of specific learning disability in writing. It involves problems with handwriting, spelling, and organizing ideas.Language Processing DisorderThis is characterized by having extreme difficulty understanding what is heard and expressing what one wants to say. These disorders affect the area of the brain that controls language processing.Nonverbal Learning Disorders (NLD)These involve difficulties interpreting non-verbal cues, such as facial expressions and body language. They're usually characterized by a significant discrepancy between higher verbal skills and weaker motor, visual-spatial, and social skills.Visual Perceptual/Visual Motor DeficitA characteristic seen in people with learning disabilities such as Dysgraphia or Non-verbal LD. It can result in missing subtle differences in shapes or printed letters, losing place frequently, struggles with cutting, holding pencil too tightly, or poor eye/hand coordination.
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DevelopmentalAutismRefers to a range of conditions that involve challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, and speech and nonverbal communication. They also involve unique strengths and differences. For instance, there are persons with both low- and high-functioning autism (some claim the latter is identical to Asperger's syndrome).Asperger's SyndromeOn the autism spectrum, Asperger's is considered quite mild in terms of symptoms. While traits can vary widely, many kids with Asperger's struggle with social skills. They also sometimes fixate on certain subjects and engage in repetitive behaviour.Down syndromehis is associated with impairment of cognitive ability and physical growth, and a particular set of facial characteristics.Intellectual disabilityThis is a condition characterized by significant limitations in intellectual functioning (e.g., reasoning, learning, and problem solving). Intellectual disabilities are also known as general learning disabilities (and used to be referred to as a kind of mental retardation).Williams syndromeThis is a rare genetic disorder present at birth. It is characterized by intellectual disabilities or learning problems, unique facial features, and cardiovascular problems.Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is an umbrella term used to describe the range of effects that can occur in an individual whose mother consumed alcohol during pregnancy. These may include growth deficits, facial anomalies, and damage to the central nervous system, which can lead to cognitive, behavioural, and other problems.
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Behavioral and EmotionalTroubled behaviour / troubled teensroubled teens tend to have problems that are intense, persistent, and can lead to quite unpredictable behaviour. This can lead to behavioural and emotional issues, such as drug and alcohol abuse, criminal behaviour, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety.Clinical DepressionThis is a mental health disorder also called "major depression." It involves persistent feelings of sadness, loss, and anger. According to the Mayo Clinic, symptoms are usually severe enough to cause noticeable problems in relationships with others or in daily activities, such as school, work, or one's social life.Clinical anxietyThis is a mood disorder involving intense, relentless feelings of distress and fear. They can also have excessive and persistent worry about everyday situations, and repeated episodes of intense anxiety or terror.Suicidal thoughtsThis involves persistent thoughts about ending one's life.Drug and alcohol abuseThis involves the excessive use of drug and/or alcohol, which interferes with daily functioning.Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)This is a disruptive behavioural disorder which normally involves angry outbursts, often directed at people of authority. This behaviour must last continuously for six months or more and significantly interfere with daily functioning.
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PhysicalMultiple sclerosisThis is a condition of the central nervous system. It affects the brain, optic nerves, and spinal cord. Symptoms can include fatigue, loss of motor control, memory loss, depression, and cognitive difficulties.Cerebral palsyhis refers to a group of permanent movement disorders that appear in early childhood. CP is caused by abnormal development or damage to the parts of the brain that control movement, balance, and posture.Muscular dystrophyMuscular dystrophy is a neuromuscular disorder which weakens the body's muscles. Causes, symptoms, age of onset, and prognosis vary between individuals.Spina BifidaThis is a condition present at birth due to the incomplete formation of the spine and spinal cord. It can lead to a number of physical challenges, including paralysis or weakness in the legs, bowel and bladder incontinence, hydrocephalus (too much fluid in the brain), and deformities of the spine.Dyspraxia (Developmental Coordination Disorder)This is a Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). Also known as "sensory integration disorder," it affects fine and/or gross motor coordination in children and adults. It may also affect speech.BlindnessVisual impairment is a decreased ability or inability to see that can't be fixed in usual ways, such as with glasses. Some people are completely blind, while others have what's called "legal blindness."DeafnessHearing impairment, also known as "hearing loss," is a partial or total inability to hear. The degree of hearing impairment varies between people. It can range from complete hearing loss (or deafness) to partial hearing loss (meaning the ears can pick up some sounds).Cystic FibrosisCystic Fibrosis (CF) is an inherited genetic condition, which affects the body's respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems. It affects young children and adults.Multiple physicalAccommodating a wide range of physical conditions and disabilities.
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Academic support
| Type | Offered |
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| Learning strategy and study counselling; habit formation | |
| Extra support and minor accommodations for children experiencing subclinical difficulties |
Mild but clinically diagnosed learning disabilities
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| Accommodations | |
| Modifications | |
| Extra support |
What North Bay High School says:
North Bay High School does not offer many of the types of supports students on IEP's may need, as our focus is on academic and achievement at the highest levels. However, minor support may be included.
Additional support
| Type | Offered |
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| Social skills programs | |
| Occupational therapy | |
| Psychotherapy | |
| Speech-language therapy |
Gifted learner support
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Curriculum Delivery: Enrichment
The main focus is on enrichment. This means that while students may work at a marginally quicker pace than public school peers, the primary aim is to study subject in broader and deeper ways.
Class structure
| Program | Offered |
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| Full-time gifted program (parallel to rest of school) | |
| Part-time gifted program (pull-out; parallel to rest of class) |
In-class adaptations
| Program | Offered |
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| Custom subject enrichment (special arrangement) | |
| Custom curriculum compacting (special arrangement) | |
| Guided independent study (custom gifted arrangement) | |
| Cyber-learning opportunities (custom gifted arrangement) | |
| Formalized peer coaching opportunities (specifically for gifted learners to coach others) | |
| Custom subject acceleration (special arrangement) | |
| Career exploration (custom gifted arrangement) | |
| Project-based learning (custom gifted arrangement) | |
| Mentorships (custom gifted arrangement) |
What North Bay High School says about their gifted learner support:
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Homework Policy
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Nightly homework
In grade Gr. 12, North Bay High School students perform an average of 2 hours of homework per night.
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| North Bay High School | 45 mins | 45 mins | 60 mins | 90 mins | 120 mins | 120 mins |
| Site Average | 54 mins | 58 mins | 75 mins | 86 mins | 101 mins | 107 mins |
What North Bay High School says about their flipped classroom policy:
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Report Card Policy
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How assessments are delivered across the grades
| Type | Grades |
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| Lettered or numbered grades | Gr. 7 to Gr. 12 |
Extracurricular Activities
While academics remain the priority for most private schools, many also place a strong focus on a well-rounded education and encourage participation in extracurricular activities such as sports, music, arts, or clubs. Involvement in extracurriculars helps stimulate students in their studies, makes them more motivated to learn, and can make school more enjoyable and fulfilling. Extracurricular activities can also provide students with a much-needed break from the stresses of academics, while helping them to develop skills and allowing them to take part in valuable social situations.
Sports offered
North Bay High School offers 0 competitive sports and 3 recreational sports.
Competitive offered Recreational offered
all sports]
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Soccer
Clubs offered
North Bay High School offers 3 clubs and extracurricular programs.
Clubs offered Clubs not offered
all clubs and programs]
Math Club
Poetry/Literature club
Student Council
