Guidance Department
Department Staff
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Janai Eckhardt (905) 839 1125 Ext 230020 |
Jennifer Parfitt (Grade 10 - 12 from A-G) (905) 839 1125 Ext 230033 |
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Maria Trotti (Grade 10 - 12 from H-O) Curriculum Lead (905) 839 1125 Ext 230024 |
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Kerryne Palmer Woods (Grade 10 - 12 from P-Z) (905) 839 1125 Ext 230025 |
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Brittany Springer (All grade 9s) (905) 839 1125 Ext 230037 |
| Timetable Changes |
| Timetable change appointments take place in the first couple of weeks of each semester. Specific details will be shared with students and families. |
 Course Selection Information
Click to access instructional course selection videos. |
Current Grade 9sClick the image below to watch an instructional video for grade 10 course selections:
Current Grade 10sClick the image below to watch an instructional video for grade 11 course selections:
Current Grade 11sClick the image below to watch an instructional video for grade 12 course selections:
Math Prerequisite Pathways & Grade 11/12 Course Codes
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| Incoming Grade 8s |
Thank you to all those you joined us for Grade 8 Family Night on February 5th!Grade 8 Instructional Video for Grade 9 Course Selections
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| Graduation Requirements |
Diploma Requirements for students who started grade 9 in 2024 onward:
Diploma Requirements for students who started grade 9 in 2023 or earlier:
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| 30 Credits My Way |
| Guidance Google Classrooms
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| New classroom codes are generated each year and shared with students. |
| Community Involvement |
| Community Involvement Hours Community Involvement Activity Record |
| Helpful Links |
| Registration |
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Families may submit a new student registration online Register For School through the DDSB wesbite. Once your registration has been received and reviewed, the school will contact you to schedule an in-person registration appointment. Before your appointment, please gather the required documents, including proof of identity, proof of address, proof of citizenship/immigration status, and the student’s most recent report card or transcript. Students transferring from another high school must also provide a current status sheet or credit counselling summary. Registration cannot be completed without the required documentation. Detailed instructions about the appointment will be provided once your meeting has been scheduled. For questions, please contact the Dunbarton High School Guidance Office.
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| Ordering Transcripts |
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Transcript requests for former Dunbarton High School students must be submitted online. A $10.00 fee is required for each transcript requested. After completing your payment, please email your proof of purchase to: guidance.dunbartonhs@ddsb.ca Please allow 5–10 business days for processing once payment confirmation has been received. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your request, please contact us at guidance.dunbartonhs@ddsb.ca. Current Dunbarton High School students should not use this process. Active students may request a transcript by visiting the Guidance Office in person or by emailing the Guidance Department directly at the address above. |
| Scholarships |
| Please visit the grade 12 Guidance Google Classroom |
| SHSM |
| Specialist High Skills Major |
| Boundary Map |
| Find my School |
The Importance of the Guidance and Career Education Curriculum
The guidance and career education program plays a central role in secondary school by providing students with the tools they need for success in school, in the workplace, and in their daily lives. In particular, the curriculum focuses on skill development that will help students better manage their time, resources, and dealings with other people to improve their opportunities for success both in school and in their future lives. Courses in guidance and career education actively involve students in research, inquiry, problem-solving, and decision-making processes related to planning for postsecondary education, training, or work. The guidance and career education program is designed to recognize the diverse abilities, strengths, and aspirations of all students, providing them with knowledge and skills that will be benefit them throughout their lives. The goals of the guidance and career education curriculum are to enable students to:
- understand concepts related to lifelong learning, interpersonal relationships, and career planning;
- develop learning skills, social skills, a sense of social responsibility, and the ability to formulate and pursue educational and career goals;
- apply this learning to their lives and work in the school and the community.
