The CTS program is designed to develop skills that senior high school students can apply in their daily lives when preparing for entry into the workplace or for further learning opportunities. Through the CTS program students are provided with opportunities to personalize their learning, identify and explore their interests, manage transitions between high school and the workplace or post-secondary, and develop the attitudes and behaviours that people need to participate and progress in today’s dynamic world of work.
Career and Technology Studies (CTS) at J.H. Picard 🛠️💡
CTS courses are super interesting and practical! They help you explore different career areas and get ready for the workplace or further studies. Here's what you'll get:
- Explore Careers: Investigate different career paths and find out what interests you.
- Hands-On Learning: Use a variety of tools, resources, and technologies in real-world projects and activities.
- Build Skills: Learn to use technologies, procedures, and processes effectively and efficiently.
- Gain Confidence: Get the support and challenges you need from teachers and community partners to become more confident and capable.
These courses will help you solve problems and adapt to our ever-changing world, all while supporting your personal goals and interests! 🌟
CTS courses are offered in the following clusters:
Fine Arts | |
 | Explore Your Artistry at J.H. Picard 🎨🎭At J.H. Picard, you have lots of opportunities to dive into the arts and find what you love most! Whether you're into music, drama, visual arts, or another creative field, we've got you covered. Here's what you'll gain:
Available courses include:
These courses will help you develop skills that are valuable in any career, all while doing something you love! 🌟  |
Media, Design & Communication Arts (MDC) | |
 | Explore the MDC cluster at J.H. Picard 🎨🎭 At J.H. Picard, you have lots of opportunities to dive in and find what you love most! Whether you're into fashion, animation, robotics, or another field we've got you covered. Here's what you'll gain:
Available courses include:
These courses will help you develop skills that are valuable in any career, all while doing something you love! 🌟 |
Health, Recreation & Human Services (HRH) | |
 | Explore the HRH cluster at J.H. Picard 🎨🎭 At J.H. Picard, you have lots of opportunities to dive in and find what you love most! Whether you're into baking, health food, cake decorating, or another field we've got you covered. Here's what you'll gain:
Available courses include:
These courses will help you develop skills that are valuable in any career, all while doing something you love! 🌟 |
Business, Administration, Finance & Information Technology (BIT) | |
 | Explore the BIT cluster at J.H. Picard 🎨🎭 At J.H. Picard, you have lots of opportunities to dive into the arts and find what you love most! Whether you're into marketing, coding, or another field, we've got you covered. Here's what you'll gain:
Available courses include:
These courses will help you develop skills that are valuable in any career, all while doing something you love! 🌟 |