Tuesday, February 12, 2013

INFO Session Weds Feb 13 Culinary & Digital Media

  • VCC Culinary Arts                    Level 1 Program Information Meeting
  • Wednesday, February 13, 2013   
  • 7:00 p.m.


  • Carson Graham Secondary School Theatre

  • 2145 Jones Avenue

  • North Vancouver BC V7M 2W7

  • Learn more about the VCC Culinary Arts Level 1 Program. We invite Grade 11 students and their parents/guardians from across the North Shore to attend the information meeting on February 13, 2013.

  • This unique partnership between the North Vancouver School District and Vancouver Community College (VCC) provides a special opportunity for secondary school students to complete their Grade 12 graduation requirements while earning post-secondary credits and certification in the culinary arts industry.


  • Students acquire job-ready skills in a wide-range of culinary arts. The program covers theory and hands-on cooking practise. Upon completion of the program, students receive a Certificate in Professional Cooking, Level 1.


  • For more information about the VCC Culinary Arts Level 1 Program, please see
  • http://www.nvsd44.bc.ca/~/media/476876DA122E46D8B739CCD3147B69FA.ashx

  • The VCC Culinary Arts Level 1 Program Application Package 2013/14 is available at
  • http://www.nvsd44.bc.ca/~/media/5E227EE7151A4B29A4E79E9D42FD6108.ashx

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  • Digital Media Academy Info Session

  • Weds Feb 13 7:00-8:00 Argyle School Library
  • Please visit our website for more information www.dmacademy.ca
  • The Digital Media Academy (DMA) is an enriched hands-on experience that gives students a broad and useful range of skills and knowledge in digital arts, project management, and problem solving.

  • Important components of the DMA are field trips, guest speakers, workshops and client work that give students contact with media professionals and experience in various settings in the Digital Media Industry. Students will work with organizations such as EA Sports, TEDxVancouver and the Richmond Olympic Oval. Students will have the opportunty to visit EA Sports facilities, including their motion capture studio, and will be taught animation by a staff EA Sports animator.

  • The DMA is designed for Grade 11 and 12 students who wish to pursue a career path in the applied and academic areas of the Digital Media Industry. Students gain real world experience in digital media art and design, while preparing for entry to college and  university programs such as Art, Design, Animation, Computer Science, Engineering,  Film and Television, Sound Recording, Game Design, Photography and other areas.

  • The DMA has a close connection with Lower Mainland post-secondary institutions, including SFU School of Interactive Arts & Technology, Capilano University, Think Tank Training Center, and VanArts.

  • The DMA best suits students who are highly motivated and self-directed learners with a strong interest in art, design, and digital media. Students work in cohorts and take their core courses together in small classes.

  • Supplemental fees are applicable for NVSD Academies. In 2013–2014, the supplemental fee for the Digital Media Academy is $100 per month. For detailed fee and hardship policy information, contact the school principal.
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