Social Studies
Grade 9 Social Studies
In grade 9 students learn about Canada in the Contemporary World, students study various aspects of Canadian society, including local, historical and contemporary Indigenous events, as well as our relationship with the rest of the world. Major themes in the course include diversity and pluralism, democracy and governance, Canada in the global context, and opportunities and challenges in Canada.
Grade 10 Geography
This course explores the geography of North America with an emphasis on Canada, recognizing the diverse Physical and Human Geography of this great land. This course will look at the relationships that exist between the environment and the people who inhabit it, with emphasis on geographic locations, industry, natural resources, mapping and current events as they relate to Canada and the world.
Grade 11 History
The new Grade 11 History of Canada course is a chronological study of the country and its people. Topics include the Indigenous people, the French-English relationship and the evolution of Canadian Identity, diversity, governance and relations with the outside world, especially the United States.
Grade 12 Global Issues
The new Grade 11 History of Canada course is a chronological study of the country and its people. Topics include the Indigenous people, the French-English relationship and the evolution of Canadian Identity, diversity, governance and relations with the outside world, especially the United States.
Grade 12 Law
Law is an essential part of Canadian society. This course examines the history of Canadian law, criminal law and offenses, human rights and trial procedures. Relevant legal issues such as arrest procedures, abortion, drug offences, privacy, youth justice, and drinking and driving will be presented. Students will tour the Manitoba Law Courts and sit in on criminal trials. Speakers from the field of law, law enforcement and others areas will be involved in class discussions exposing students to future career opportunities.
Indigenous Peoples and Perspectives
Indigenous Peoples and Perspectives 31G
This course will examine the experiences of Indigenous Peoples in our global community. Some of the topics that will be explored include Indeignous communities of the world, stereotypes, colonization/decolonization, oppressive policies, residential schools (a global perspective), as well as similarities and differences between Indigenous peoples of the world and Indigenous peoples of Canada. The format of this class relies heavily on reading writing, film analysis, and class discussion. This course is highly recommended for students hoping to pursue careers in education or social work.
Current Topics in First Nations, Metis, and Inuit
This full-credit course examines Indigenous realities within contemporary and historic Canadian and global settings. The objective of this course is to provide students with knowledge of Indigenous cultures and traditions, and to encourage Indigenous students to take pride in the accomplishments of their people and to enable them to participate in their cultural community, of contemporary Canadian society, and as active and engaged citizens. Non-Indigenous students will become knowledgeable of the worldviews, histories, cultures, and accomplishments of Indigenous peoples, and be able to engage in an informed and empathetic manner concerning Indigenous issues. This course is highly recommended for careers in education or social work.
SOSD Indigneous Cultural Credit
Through the Indigenous Cultural Credit program students can gain a credit throughout high school, while participating in monthly activities and learning experiences. The program helps to ensure students and understanding of four essential questions in life: who they are (identity), where they come from (belonging/community), why they are here (purpose), and where they are going. Students will achieve this through developing respect, relevance, reciprocity, and responsibility to themselves and their community, by authentic learning that is hands-on, land-based, and spiritually connected to teachings by our divisional elders.
Seven Oaks Mino-Pimatisiwin Program
Mino-Pimatisiwin will be a relationship-based program for Indigenous students, informed by the Circle of Courage and Four Rs (Respect, Relevance, Reciprocity, and Responsibility) of Indigenous Youth Mentorship Programs (IYMP). Mentorship will happen within the group and in the form of guest speakers, connecting students to community organizations (e.g CAHRD) for training and educational resources and employment opportunities in their community (e.g WASAC, SOISMP). WASAC has also generously offered to provide hoodies for all participants, which will help instill pride and belonging. Hours spent in the program can be counted towards a cultural credit.
