Burnaby South Counselling Department

Hey Burnaby South!! 

Have you heard we now have a School APP????

Here's the Instructions Below for how to not only Download the APP, but if you are currently a Grade 11 or 12, you can ADD yourself to the special Grade 11 or Grade 12 Class

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. Online application is now open
   We are now accepting applications for next September. The deadline for current high school students is February 28, 2017. Encourage your students to apply as soon as possible. www.uvic.ca/apply
2. Supplementary application materials update
   Several UVic programs require applicants to answer supplementary questions or upload specific documents (such as letters of intent, resumes and references) in addition to their regular application. Depending on the program, students may be asked to upload these materials before or after submitting their application, or to send documents directly to the department. A listing of programs that require supplemental application information is available on our website. www.uvic.ca/supplemental
3. Self-reporting opens February 15, 2017
   We would like to remind all current grade 12 students completing a Canadian high school curriculum or a full IB diploma at a school in Canada must self-report their grades between February 15 and March 31, 2017.  www.uvic.ca/self-reporting  The link for students to self-report will be available on the application portal beginning February 15, 2017.
4. English language proficiency deadlines
   All applicants to UVic (regardless of country of origin or citizenship status) are required to demonstrate English language proficiency prior to admission. www.uvic.ca/elr
   Deadlines to submit proof of English language proficiency are:
   *  Gustavson School of Business – March 15, 2017
       *  All other faculties and programs – May 1, 2017
   Students are reminded that applications will not be processed until proof of language proficiency has been confirmed. They are encouraged to submit documentation as soon as possible
5. MyUVic accounts (NEW)
   In order for prospective students to receive notifications regarding upcoming recruitment events and activities, register for events, book campus tours and receive timely reminders during key phases of the application/admission process, they will now be required to sign up for a MyUVic account at www.myuvic.ca.  Please encourage students who are interested in UVic to sign up as soon as possible.
6. Ways to connect
   UVic offers several ways for high school students to connect with the campus, staff and current UVic students.
   *  MyUVic Life student blog – a blog written by current UVic students for students. Your students are sure to find some interesting and relatable stories to help them to learn more about the university from a student perspective. Visit www.uvic.ca/myuviclife for a glimpse of what it’s really like to be a Vike from one of our 26 undergraduate bloggers!
   *  My First Year @ UVic Facebook group – a space for students to ask UVic questions and chat with other prospective, incoming and current students now, and throughout their time at UVic. www.facebook.com/groups/103233444672/
   *  MyUVic Twitter – A perfect communication tool for you and your students to get quick responses to your questions. As we say in Student Recruitment, “We’re only a tweet away!”  www.twitter.com/MyUVic
   *  UVic Virtual Tour – Can’t make it to campus for a tour?  No problem. Students can take an online virtual tour. This is a great way to experience UVic’s campus from your desktop or mobile device. UVic students will guide you through the places they live and learn, including popular spaces, buildings and faculties. There are 16 stops, each with 360° panoramas, videos and photos. See UVic like you’ve never seen it before! www.uvic.ca/virtualtour
   
7. UVic events for high school students
   In addition to our major on-campus events, we’ll be visiting several cities across the country to bring UVic to your students. www.uvic.ca/future-students/undergraduate/connect/events/ 

 

There are a number of important updates for the month of October.

New application deadline

The application deadline to be considered for early admission for the 2017 Winter Session is December 1, 2016.

The final application deadline for the 2017 Winter Session is January 15, 2017.

Personal Profile

The Personal Profile is used to assess a student's preparedness for university. Applicants are asked to reflect on past experiences, accomplishments, and challenges by answering five to seven questions. Read our advice and watch our video on how to put forth a strong Personal Profile.

Undergraduate entrance scholarships

The Major Entrance Scholarship program recognizes exceptional students for their academic and non-academic achievements by offering awards valued up to $40,000. Students who apply by December 1 will be automatically considered for this award.

The Centennial Scholars Entrance Award is designed to improve access to post-secondary education for students facing significant financial barriers. This award is valued up to $80,000 and requires a separate application. Deadline to apply is December 1. 

A number of Major Entrance Scholarships and Centennial Scholars Entrance Awards are designated specifically for Aboriginal students. Applicants can self-identify as Aboriginal in their application to UBC.

International undergraduate entrance scholarships

UBC also recognizes the achievements of outstanding students from around the world by devoting non-public funds to scholarships and awards for international students.

Tuition waiver for youth in care

UBC is now offering a tuition waiver for eligible youth aging out of care. Students can identify as a youth in care in their application to UBC.

Hey Burnaby South!

FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER AT BURNABY SOUTH!!

We will be hosting the Canadian Universities Event on Thursday, September 29th from 9am to 10:45am in the Cafeteria.

Any Burnaby South Students & Parents are encouraged to attend the event, where you will have a chance to:

• collect materials
• discuss admissions
• learn about residences
• scholarships
• AND MORE

The following Universities from Across Canada will ALL be HERE at Burnaby South on Thursday, to answer all of your questions:

• Simon Fraser University
• University of British Columbia
• University of Toronto
• Queens University
• Acadian University
• Ambrose University
• Bishop's University
• Capilano University
• Carleton University
• Concordia University
• Dalhousie University
• Emily Carr University
• Fairleigh Dickinson University
• Huron University College
• King's University College
• Kwantlen Polytechnic University
• MacEwan University
• McMaster University
• Mount Allison University
• Mount Royal University
• Nipissing University
• Quest University Canada
• Royal Military College
• St Francis Xavier
• Saint Mary's University
• The King's University
• Thompson Rivers University
• Trent University
• Trinity Western University
• University of Alberta
• University of Calgary
• University of Fraser Valley
• University of Guelph
• University of Guelph-Humber
• University of King's College
• University of Lethbridge

• University of Manitoba
• University of New Brunswick

• University of Northern BC
• University of Ottawa

• University of PEI
• University of Saskatchewan
• University of Victoria
• University of Waterloo
• Vancouver Island University
• Western University
• Wilfrid Laurier University
• York University

 

Hey Burnaby South,

Today, you all received a Presentation in the Michael J Fox Theatre, on Course Selection for your courses for September 2016

We all understand that there was a lot of information to absorb in the Power Points in such a short amount of time, so we have uploaded each Power Point for you to view at your leisure:

• Grade 7 into 8 Course Selection Presentation
• Grade 8 to 9 Course Selection Presentation
• Grade 9 into 10 Course Selection Presentation
• Grade 10 into 11 Course Selection Presentation
• Grade 11 into 12 Course Selection Presentation

If you did not get a copy of each of them, there are copies in Student Services, or you can download the PDF and print it off:

• Gr. 8 Course Selection Form
• Gr. 9 Course Selection Form
• Gr. 10 Course Selection Form
• Gr. 11 Course Selection Form
• Gr. 12 Course Selection Form

If you do have any questions at all about Course Selection, please come make an appointment with your Counsellor 🙂

• If you forgot who your Counsellor is, please see the Counsellors "tab" of the Blog for the breakdown

Hey Grads!!

There's a number of new scholarships that I've added to the Scholarships Tab under the 2015/2016 Scholarships!!

A number of them are due THIS MONTH!

So make sure you check them out 🙂

Good Luck!!

 

Many of you are now starting to receive notifications that you are being accepted to UBC.  Here's some answers to some questions you may have at this time:

Conditional Admission
"I was offered conditional admission to UBC! What does that mean?"

Sound familiar?

Please refer to the UBC website for information on how to keep their offer of admission.

Housing Deadline
Many of you have applied to live in residence when you filled out your UBC application. But if you haven’t, it's not too late. All students can still apply for housing online until May 1. You have until June 2 to accept your UBC offer of admission and keep your housing guarantee.

Destination UBC
The best way for all of you to see UBC for yourselfs and to visit!

All students who have received offers of admission from UBC are invited to UBC's Okanagan or Vancouver campuses for Destination UBC in May. The deadline to register for travel reimbursement is April 29. Space is limited and we don't want to anyone to miss out.

Students can register at you.ubc.ca.

Online registration for Summer School Courses is up and ready to go on our Burnaby Online Website: http://www.online.sd41.bc.ca/Registration.aspx

On Step 1 of the online registration process, students wanting to take a summer course should make sure they choose "Summer session courses" as the Registration Type.

Courses will run July 2 - August 7, 2015.

Unlike our regular courses that are self paced, our summer courses have strict due dates for assignments/tests. Students can, and do, work ahead, if they wish.

Registration for summer courses closes on June 19, 2015.  This is to allow our office staff a week to process the hundreds of registrations that come in right before the deadline (of course, the majority of the students wait until last minute to register).  Under no circumstances, will a student be allowed to enroll in a summer course once the course has started

The Following Courses are being offered for Summer School Completion this year:

• Android App Development (new)
• BC First Nations Studies 12
• Earth Science 11
• English Lit 12
• Geography 12
• History 12
• ICT 12 Modular Survey
• ICT 12 Programming
• Italian Intro 11 (new)
• PE 10
• Planning 10
• Spanish Intro 11
• Spanish 11

Each student registering for summer courses must complete and submit the First Assignment for the course

On the morning of June 27, students will be enrolled into their course and access to the course materials will be made available. Students will then receive a message letting them know who their teacher is, that the course has been opened and that they may begin working.  Please note that students will not be able to access the course or course materials until the June 27 start date.

Students are required to attend an orientation session. Orientation sessions will be taking place at each of the Burnaby Secondary Schools in June, probably after most exams are completed. The dates are yet to be determined. A message will be sent out with the orientation dates once we have them confimed. Students can attend the orientation at any of the schools

Self-Reporting Marks FAQ

All BC/YUKON high school students must self-report their grades. If we have not received grades by the deadline their application will be cancelled. Familiarize yourself with the details on the 'what', 'when' and 'where' of self-reporting.

Surrey Campus Open House

Join us at the Surrey Campus on Wednesday March 4 from 4:30 to 8:30 for the Global Community Open House. Experience how SFU Surrey is engaging the world through teaching and research excellence of students, faculty and staff

Computing Science Dual Degree Program

SFU’s School of Computing Science offers a unique Dual Degree program with China’s Zhejiang University that allows students the unique opportunity to earn two Computing Science degrees – one from each highly ranked university - while gaining a life-enriching international experience.

SFU 101: Blueprint for success

SFU 101 is a free online course designed to help all new students transition to SFU and prepare for academic success. Students will learn about the academic culture, degree requirements, course enrollment procedures, and a wide range of opportunities and resources available to them at SFU.