We are located in Campbell River on the the east coast of Vancouver Island. Campbell River is situated beside the waters of Discovery Passage,which marks the convergence of Johnstone Strait and the Strait of Georgia. Discovery Passage is famous for Ripple Rock (what's left of it) and its excellent salmon fishing.

Elm Alternate School offers young people an opportunity to obtain a Grade 10 or Grade 12 equivalency certificate, an Adult Dogwood certificate, or complete a full Dogwood certificate (If they have already completed a significant portion of the required coursework.) Students work at their own pace with two full-time teachers available for assistance. Any young person who is 15-18 years old and has been out of school three months may apply. Elm is totally flexible; you may start at any time during the school year and leave when you've completed the program. Students must attend a minimum of 14 hours per week.You may attend more if you wish to finish more quickly, or less under special circumstances. (work etc.)

What is an 'Equivalency'?

Grade 10 equivalency includes:

• English
• Science
• Essentials of Mathematics

**(A provinicial exam, worth 20% of the total mark, must be written in the above three courses.)

Grade 12 equivalency includes:

• English 11 or Communications 11
• English 12 or Communicationas 12
• Social Studies 11
• Essentials of Mathematics 11
• Family Management 12
• CAPP 11/12

**(There is a provincial exam for Eng/Com 12, worth 40% of the total mark, and for Socials 11, worth 20% of the total mark.)

Adult Dogwood Certificate

• English 11 or Communications 11
• English 12 or Communicationas 12
• Social Studies 11
• Essentials of Mathematics 11
• Family Management 12
• CAPPA 12

**(Provincial exams are optional for this graduation however, you must finish three of the courses after your 19th birthday.)

When you have completed it, you may proceed to:

• many college programs
• employment where Grade 12 or equivalency is required

How can I apply?

Call 923-4936 for information and an interview time.

You can also call Mr. Roy Brooks (principal of the Robron Centre) for more infomation..

Applications forms will be available at Elm Alternate School .

We are located at 740 Robron Road, Campbell River B.C.

Telephone 923-4936

Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 3:30pm, Friday 8:00am - 12:00noon.

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