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Welcome to Forest Lawn High School!

  • Schedules will be available in the student’s MyCBE account and the PowerSchool Mobile App. We will be balancing and creating new classes right up until the first day of classes so classes may change positions.
  • In August, parents can log into their parent MyCBE account to view their child’s schedule and attendance, once they are available. Regular attendance plays a significant role in student success. Find help in Technical Support for Students & Parents.

Schedules 

All students are advised to check their schedules to ensure that they are full and balanced in the number of academic core subjects each semester.

Course changes will only be made for the following:

  • An imbalance between core and option courses 
  • You didn’t meet the outcomes required for the course 
  • You passed a Summer School course
  • Timetables will not be changed for teacher preference or to be in classes with other students

If a student would like to submit a change request, please check our website or visit the office in late August for a change request form. Counsellors will work through these when they return to work the last week of August.

Typical Differences Between Junior High and High School

  • Semesters 1 & 2 
  • MUST pass courses 
  • Graded in percentages (level of understanding in the course) 
  • Grade 10 courses begin with a 10, grade 11 courses begin with a 20 and grade 12 courses begin with a 30 
  • Need prerequisites to go to next level course (65% and above recommended) 
  • Changing academic pathways is possible need to follow Alberta Education pathways 
  • Exam, tutorial and flex times - Mid January and Mid June 
  • Spare(s) in grade 11 and 12 
  • Choice and flexibility in pathways

What Do You Need to Graduate?

Diploma Requirements:

  • ELA to Grade 12 (30 level) 
  • Social Studies to Grade 12 (30 level) Science to Grade 11 (20 level) 
  • Math to Grade 11 (20 level)
  • PE 10 
  • CALM 20 
  • 10 credits CTS/Fine Arts/PE 20 and 30 Courses 
  • 10 credits – 30 level courses in addition to ELA and Social Studies 30 
  • 100 credits total (aim for a cushion of at least 5 credits)

For more information see Academic Guidelines and /or reach out to your guidance counsellor.

Senior High Course Transitions

In English Language Arts and Social Studies you can move between pathways in each grade.

In Math and Science you need to go through the foundation level. We’ll help to map this out each spring when we do registration and your teachers will suggest next grade courses for you.

High School Requirements vs. Post Secondary

Myths:

  • Career decisions and pathways must be made in Grade 9 
  • Students should take as many sciences as possible to "open all doors" 
  • Once a student chooses a pathway, they must stay in that pathway throughout high school

Facts:

  • Each post secondary institution and program within that institution set their own requirements 
  • Choosing a lower pathway initially does not necessarily "close doors" 
  • Students can move between pathways 
  • Math 30-1 is not required for all university faculties

Tips for the Semester System

  • Finding an organizational system is key. The semester moves quickly and missed classes/not keeping up with assignments compounds twice as fast as junior high. 
  • Students are encouraged to log into BrightSpace by D2L (and families to log in to their MyCBE account) weekly to keep track of assignment, test completion and attendance 
  • Regular attendance and active participation are key 
  • Keep your notes for the next level for you to review 
  • Set short and long term goals to keep you motivated 
  • Talk to your teachers. They want to help you and you can email them ahead of time to discuss when it’s a good time to connect. 
  • Stressed about a test? Remember, these are there to let you know how you are doing and that is a positive stress. Regardless of the outcome, we are here to support you.

Tips from Teachers

Tips for Tutors

  • Be sure there is instruction happening, not only homework observation/assistance 
  • Work on current topics/areas for concern first before future units 
  • Make the teacher aware you are seeking support for your child and ask teacher what areas the tutor should be working on

Tips for Homework

  • Any work not completed during class time should be completed outside of class time 
  • Students should be sure to attempt at least a few questions from each separate component of the assigned work until they feel competent with the material 
  • Students should vary the order they complete questions, to emulate writing quizzes and tests. As well, placing time restrictions and challenging themselves to not look at notes/examples and/or the answers in the back for a certain number of questions will allow them to "practice" for testing situations. 
  • Should students complete work in class, they should review and/or create study notes to prepare for quizzes and tests OR preview the next lesson.

Student Support

  • Subject Teachers: tutorials may be offered some mornings before classes begin and can arranged individually with your teacher 
  • Resource Room for students on IPPs 
  • Guidance Counsellors 

More information on the Student Services page.

What Do Counsellors Do?

  • Schedule changes 
  • Program planning (3-year plans, upgrading, AP) 
  • Scholarships 
  • Post secondary admission requirements 
  • Career Counselling 
  • Personal Counselling (confidential) 
  • Referrals to outside support
  • Out of Province Evaluations 
  • Help to make sure you are on track to graduate 
  • CBe-learn registration 
  • Summer school registration each spring

More information on the Guidance page.

Digital Resources

  • MyCBE 
  • School Website
  • School Messages
  • Emails and Newsletters
  • Brightspace/D2L
  • My Pass Account: Order transcripts, view diploma marks, register to write or rewrite diploma exams with online payment, view Detailed Academic Reports, view progress towards your diploma or certificate
  • MyBlueprint.ca/cbe : Log in using student educbe email account and password. Career planning, high school course mapping, research employment trends and more

Get Involved!

Getting Settled

Feeling nervous?

  • Come in for school photos and your ID the last week of August. Find the different areas where your classes are. Even if your classes change slightly, core classes are found in the same areas. 
  • Focus on semester one. If you are struggling in your academic classes in the first few days or weeks, talk to your teacher or counsellor about changing academic pathways. 
  • If you’d like to change your schedule for semester two, stop by guidance to make these request(s). 
  • Attend tutorials and ask for extra help 
  • Get involved! Even if it’s not your favourite activity, joining a club/team gives you a chance to meet people in a smaller setting.
  • Ask for help. The main office and guidance staff can help you find your way or find a contact for you if you need any assistance.