The Challenge Studio program in grade 8 consists of four blocks: English, Social Studies, Science, and Critical Thinking/Fine Arts. Please note that in English and Science, students will complete three years of study in their grade 8 and 9 years.
The program over the five years is as follows:
The program over the five years is as follows:
While there is no Math component in the program, a math assessment will be offered in the Spring. Students who demonstrate advanced ability and skill may qualify to take Math 9 instead of Math 8. Students entering the program who have already taken Math 8 (or higher level math course) through VLN will automatically be enrolled in Math 9 (or a higher level math course).
Students coming from a French Immersion background will generally be placed in French 10 or 11, depending on scheduling and availability.
Students coming from a French Immersion background will generally be placed in French 10 or 11, depending on scheduling and availability.