The JH Art Department continues to expand the knowledge and skill base of its many creative students. There is an abundance of amazingly creative students here at JH and any interested student of art is welcome to take any of the variety of art courses offered and gain experience in drawing, painting, printmaking, clay hand building and pottery wheel experience.

Depending on the course name and time, other three dimensional media such as papier mache, cardboard & craftstick construction, folk art furniture painting and two dimensional mural conception and design are presented as possible teaching units.

All JH students may stop by and check the Art Bulletin board to find out about the latest opportunities to enter various art contests throughout the year. Each year our junior and secondary art students participate in the Surrey wide Secondary School's Art show, and field trips to galleries and for sketching are also part of the program. Our senior students who wish to build portfolios for entrance to various post secondary art programs can expect input and help in just what should be included and how to go about presenting an impressive array of work.

Business Education offers the latest in technology driven courses. Ranging from entry level keyboarding to the more sophisticated Data Processing, Accounting, and Desktop Publishing, our courses give students the opportunity to keep pace with industry. Whether the students are planning to work after graduation of go on to a post-secondary institution, all our courses provide students with a solid background.

Design & Technology courses are designed to give students the attitudes, skills and knowledge required for life. Students can experience a variety of materials and will be asked to undertake technological problems. A major part of the courses involves practical work which is used to demonstrate problem solving skills in a technological nature. Originality, creativity, quality work and aesthetic design are all integral parts of the courses on offer. The following areas may be studied:

Design/Technology; Automotive Technology; Carpentry & Joinery; Drafting & Design; Electronics; Metal Fabrication & Machining; Advanced Courses; Theatre Production.

Career Prep. Courses and Apprenticeships are also available.

In addition to English 8-12 and Communications 11&12, we also offer the following courses: ESL Composition 11, English 12 Honours, Literature 12, and Creative Writing 12.

The Department of Home Economics offers students courses that involve practical skills and applications designed to enhance the quality and functioning of their lives. The wide spectrum of courses available in this area are sure to attract the attention of many students with diverse backgrounds and academic goals. Courses in this department are available in the following areas:

Home Economics (a combination of Foods & Nutrition and Clothing & Textiles), Foods & Nutrition, Clothing & Textiles, T.A.C. (Textile Arts & Crafts), S.H.B. (Socialization & Human Behaviour), Career Prep. and Tourism.

їQuieren practicar el espanol? Parlez-vous francais? Welcome to Johnston Heights Modern Languages Department. This very dynamic department offers two exciting programmes. "Passages/Voyages" is currently used for French and "Dime Uno/Dos" is being used for Spanish. Students use the language daily, not just to practice reading and writing, but to speak to one another! We are constantly on the lookout for opportunities to have pen pals in countries where these languages are spoken. Are YOU interested?

Every second year, depending on the interests of the students, our department offers a trip to Quebec, Mexico or Spain. These trips are organized so that the students can experience the language and culture they are studying first hand.

Why study a foreign language?

• Fulfill university's entrance requirements
• Function and compete effectively in the global economy of today and the future
• Increase job opportunities
• Develop intercultural sensitivity, increasing global understanding
• Improve critical and creative thinking skills
• Enhance travel and study abroad opportunities
• Increase understanding of people in your own country

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Are you the creative type? Do you long to stand out from the crowd? Are you looking for ways to let your voice and your ideas be heard? Do you have something you want to express? Come and join us on the stage!

Johnston Heights is renowned for its dynamic and innovative Performing Arts programs. Carrying on our tradition of excellence, five dedicated and specialized teachers are proud to offer courses in both Music (band and choir) and Theatre and Film. Students learn the skills necessary for success while fostering their creativity, building their self-confidence and working to make their artistic dreams a reality.

One of the department’s goals is to maintain our strong tradition of “performing” in the Performing Arts. Students not only learn in class, but are given the opportunity to display their talent and hard work in front of an audience. Each year we offer a full season of theatre productions, original play/film festivals, band and choir concerts and talent shows.

Come and discover your hidden potential with JHSS Performing Arts as we enrich our school with the Arts!

• Physical Education 8/10 Features a wide variety of activities eg. Team sports, weight training, badminton, tennis, square dancing.
• Physical Education 11 is an elective which gives an applied skills credit ie. bowling, skating, rock climbing. first aid, and leadership opportunies.
• PE12 is also an elective which studies Recreational & school based activities, leadership opportunities and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).

The Science department offers courses in all major areas of Science. Grade 8 Integrated Math/Science, Junior Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics and Science & Technology. Innovative activities and 'hands-on' lab experiences well prepare the students for their futures in continued studies and as scientifically literate members of society. The department also makes links with programs outside of the school including those to encourage women in Science, First Nation students, outstanding students writing national examination contests, Jr. Science Olympics and Playground Physics

Why did the US try to invade Canada in 1812? What causes tornadoes? How could O.J. be found guilty and non-guilty? What was Mona Lisa smiling about anyway? These questions and many more you can investigate in the courses of the Social Studies Department. Social Studies covers both geography and history in grades 8 through 11. In Grade 12, Social Studies branches into History 12, Geography 12, Comparative Civilization 12, and Law 12 where you can focus in on specific areas of interest.