Kinsley's Education Roadmap

📚 Phase 1: Foundation Building (Grade 7 – 8)

Goal:

Build strong academic skills, catch up where needed, and keep her engaged with subjects she loves.

Core Focus

• Math: Fractions, decimals, ratios, percentages → lead into pre-algebra/algebra basics.
• English: Writing, reading comprehension, essay structure.
• Science: Human biology (body systems, cells, genetics) + general science.
• Social Studies: Canadian history, world geography, early civics.
• Study Skills: Organization, note-taking, test prep.

Projects & Engagement

• Human Body Journal – drawings, notes, and facts.
• Simple science experiments at home.
• Reading List: mix of fiction & nonfiction (e.g., Women in Science).

By End of Phase 1:

• Comfortable with structured learning.
• On track with math & reading for peers.
• Excited about science & confident in class.

🏗 Phase 2: Exploration & Pre-Specialization (Grades 9 – 10)

Goal:

Start connecting interests to possible careers and build early high school credit strength.

Focus Areas

• Science: Dive into anatomy, physiology, and environmental science.
• Intro Psychology: Age-appropriate intro to human behavior.
• Health Science Careers: Explore nursing, lab tech, physiotherapy.

Projects

• Science fair or personal research project.
• Volunteer at a science center, animal shelter, or hospital (if possible).

🎓 Phase 3: Decision & Direction (Grades 11 – 12)

Goal:

Decide on a career path (e.g., medical field, biology, health tech) and prep for post-secondary.

Academic Goals

• Take Biology 20/30, Chemistry 20/30, and possibly Physics.
• Complete math up through pre-calculus if aiming for a science degree.

Career Exploration

• Job shadowing: nurse, physiotherapist, forensic scientist, lab tech.
• Summer college programs (U of C offers some).

Prep for University/College

• Meet Canadian admission requirements for chosen field.
• Build a portfolio of science work and volunteer hours.