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NORTH STAR
ACADEMY LAVAL
ADMISSION GUIDE YOUR CHILD’S SUCCESS,
OUR PRIORITY.
2017 – 2018 NorthStarAcademy.ca
YOUR CHILD’S SUCCESS,
North Star Academy Laval
Admission guide 2017 – 2018
OUR PRIORITY.
Table of contents
Ethos and Mission .......................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 04
About the NSA Family.................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06
Why Choose North Star Academy Laval.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08
Student life . . . . . . . ................................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Athletics .. . . . . . . . . . . . . ............................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Dormitories at North Star Academy Laval .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Scholarships and Financial Assistance .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Procedure for Admission ............................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
School Fees . . . . . . ................................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Optional Services ............................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
International Student Fees .. ......................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
How to find North Star Academy Laval .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
North Star Online School ..................................................... 20
Benefits of NSOS ..................................................................... 21
NSOS Online Course .............................................................. 22
NSOS On Campus ................................................................... 23
Forms
Application for admission ................................................... A-1
Student profile .......................................................................... A-2
Registration – Sports Concentration Program .......... A-5
North Star Online School (NSOS)
Application for admission ................................................... A-6
Non scholae, sed vitae disc. devoted
We learn not only for school,
but for life.
Ethos
Fostering Knowledge,
Compassion, Strength
and Integrity.
OUR MISSION STATEMENT
North Star Academy Laval’s mission is to ensure that each
student who joins our family becomes an enthusiastic
learner and critical thinker. Our aim is to trigger students’
natural curiosity, with the intent of creating well-rounded
citizens, prominent leaders, and persons with strong values.
In order to achieve this goal, North Star Academy Laval will
provide students with moral guidance and an expanding
set of tools and skills for academic success and personal
development. In addition, ongoing and personalized
collaboration with teachers will help students find and hone
their academic goals. They will take lessons from NSAL
that will transcend the classroom, informing their decisions
and guiding their future endeavors.
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private
About the
NSA
Family
North Star Academy Laval is a private high school located
in the heart of Laval, Quebec – just on the outskirts of
Montreal. We specialize in mathematics languages*,
sciences, and computer technology, while offering courses
in creative arts, musical instruction, and physical education.
We are extremely proud to be a contemporary school that
follows the most recent academic developments, while
still maintaining traditional values at our core.
At North Star Academy Laval, we are dedicated to
maximizing the academic and creative potential of our
students, while ensuring their well-being. To that end,
we maintain small class sizes and provide our students
with individualized attention every step of the way.
Our teachers employ an interdisciplinary approach, where
reading and writing skills in both English and French are
reinforced in all subject areas.
*Instruction in English and French
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Why Choose success
North Star Academy Laval
North Star Academy Laval is dedicated to offering cutting-edge educational Cornerstones for success:
programs that distinguish our school from the rest. Our students are no
• Students experience both student- • We aim to equip students with the
longer homogeneous in terms of their abilities and the manner in which they
centered and teacher-centered necessary skills to pursue post-
learn; instead, they are exposed to a multitude of information made available
classrooms. secondary education.
to them from a variety of resources. In turn, students are more likely to
internalize the information being presented to them, as they engage with the • Small classroom sizes ensure that • We emphasize respect and lead by
curriculum through various outlets. Technological resources, for example, individualized attention is a priority. example.
are used to help students solve complex, authentic problems that cross • Students of all academic ability are • The energy and enthusiasm of the
disciplinary boundaries. The academy is committed to use learning tools given the opportunity to reach their faculty at NSAL will inspire students’
that will provide structure and a collaborative learning environment for all maximum potential. passion for learning
our students.
• To support learning, a safe and healthy • Advanced Placement
Students at North Star Academy Laval will acquire: environment is provided.
• 100% success rate
• A masterful command of the English and French languages • Community work is an integral part of
student life for all to participate in. • Safe and nurturing environment
• A firm grasp and practical application of technology; a must
for the 21st century • To shape well-rounded citizens and • International and multicultural learning
leaders, a strong focus is also placed atmosphere
• Enthusiasm and appreciation for the arts and sciences
on the arts and sports programs. • Recognized by MEES. Permit #635501
• Discernment of global views and ethics
CERTIFICATE OF ELIGIBILITY
NOT REQUIRED
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Student life INCLUDED BELOW IS A LIST
OF THE EXTRA-CURRICULAR
ACTIVITIES BEING OFFERED IN
THE 2017-2018 SCHOOL YEAR:
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES 1. House Committee
AND HOUSES 2. Music Club
NSAL recognizes that strong academics are important, 3. Art Club
but not the only component of an enriching and memorable
4. Wildlife Environmental Group
high school experience. Accordingly, to encourage intellectual,
physical, and social development, NSAL requires each 5. Variety/Fashion Show
student to participate in at least one extra-curricular activity. 6. Running club/Track & Field
Most activities take place during lunch and are offered once 7. Intramural Sports
per cycle. Intra-mural sports take place every day during
8. Grad committee
lunch.
(exclusive to sec.5)
Additionally, at the beginning of the year, all North Star 9. Yearbook/Photo Club
Academy Laval students are placed in a HOUSE. Each HOUSE 10. Cooking Club
represents a colour and quality boasted in the school ethos: 11. Science Club
Ruby House represents Knowledge, Sapphire House
12. Varsity Girls Jr. Team
represents Strength, Amber House represents Integrity,
and Emerald House represents Compassion. The purpose 13. Drama Club
of having HOUSES is to encourage SCHOOL SPIRIT, 14. Basketball Team
BELONGING, ACADEMIC IMPORTANCE, and BEING A
15. Ski Club
GOOD SAMARITAN.
16. Games Club
17. Radio Club
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PARTNERS WITH SOMANG HOCKEY
Athletics
SPORTS CONCENTRATION PROGRAM
We provide our student athletes with a supportive environment,
as this will enable them to succeed academically while pursuing
their athletic careers. We also provide them time to work on their
school assignments and to access remedial help when required.
Students enrolled in the concentration component must also meet
criteria respecting level of ability and training.
ACTIVITIES
(To be chosen by the group of students): SOMANG-NSA HOCKEY DEVELOPMENT
PROGRAM 2017-2018
Within the school
• Soccer North Star Academy Laval, in collaboration with Somang
• Basketball Hockey, offers a hockey program that will provide student
athletes to reach their maximum potential in both the athletic
• Cosom Hockey
and academic domains. The program provides weekly on-ice
• Flag Football
practices, training sessions, physical evaluation, personalized
• Lacrosse
nutritional and work out program with an experienced
• Volleyball physical trainer and coach.
• Badminton
The program includes:
Outside of the School
• Ice Hockey • 3 to 4 practices a week
• Tennis • Over 50 games a year
• Resistance Training (Tennis 13) • A chance to learn under one of the best technical coaches
• Bowling in North America (Francois Landreville)
• Batting Cage (Baseball) • Program set up by Somang Hockey, a growing force in
the arrangement of international hockey-related events
• Kayaking
and North Star Academy, a leading English private school
• Snowshoeing
in the Laval-Montreal region
• Cross Country Skiing
• For more information: www.somanghockey.com
• Attend practices of Alouettes, Impact
• Leadership Training
(Coaching, Refereeing)
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PARTNERS WITH COSMODOME
2150, autoroute des Laurentides
Laval (Québec) H7T 2T8
+1 450-978-3600
Dormitories
at North Star
Academy Laval
North Star Academy Laval offers student dormitories
in the heart of Laval at the prestigious Cosmodome.
The dormitory has a four star rating, and transportation
is also available for students to and from the academy.
Life in the dormitory helps foster a sense of community
amongst the students sharing their living space; students
develop essential skills like team-work and sharing, but
also independence and self-sufficiency. The dormitory
experience is conducive to personal and educational
growth, and helps build respect for oneself and others.
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Scholarships and
Financial Assistance
North Star Academy Laval believes in offering all deserving
students access to the educational program of their choice.
NSAL, accordingly, is pleased to work with programs that
offer merit-based awards to recognize student achievements
in academics, athletics, arts, leadership, and citizenship.
Financial assistance is available to students in need
through a variety of programs such as FAST (Financial Aid
for Student Tuition) and The Polaris Foundation. These
associations depend on private donations to offer their
generous services. Applicants undergo a confidential
process to analyze their financial situation. If selected to
receive assistance, the monetary amount received by the
applicant to contribute to their tuition fees is treated as a grant
and not a loan.
education
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Procedure for Admission
All candidates are required to complete the Applicants for Secondary 1 must write an entrance
“Application for Admission”. exam (applicants will be advised of the examination date
and time in advance). If required, an interview will be
The application must include the following: scheduled following the exam. A letter of acceptance/
How
refusal will then be mailed within two weeks.
• Admission Form.
• An original copy of their Civil Birth Certificate, which Upon receiving a letter of acceptance, a non-refundable
will be returned. enrolment fee of $200 is immediately required. (For all
• A recent wallet-size picture of the applicant. students)
• A legible photocopy of the applicant’s most recent
report card.
• A non-refundable cheque of $50 made to the order
of North Star Academy Laval dated the day of the
Please take note that a certificate of eligibility for English
instruction is not required. to find
application.
North Star
Academy Laval
School Fees Optional Services
North Star Academy Laval
TUITION FEE $9,300 OPTIONAL SERVICES Per year 950, rue Élodie-Boucher
Laval (Québec) H7W 0C6
Supplementary fees $2,900 Transportation $1,400
(these fees cover the following range
of services amongst others) Transportation (2 addresses) $1,995
• Tutorials Cafeteria $7/day or $125/month
• In-school extracurricular activities $960
(subject to change)
• Laboratory fee
• Supervision Health Insurance
$485
(7:30-8:15 am & 3:00-5:00 pm) (International students only)
• School Committee
Sports Concentration $450 © Copyright Google map 2015
Building fund $1,750
Total cost for first year only $13,950
Total cost for the following years $12,200
A $200 non-refundable registration fee is due upon signing the contract.
There is a 10% discount for siblings. Transportation (available at extra cost)
PAYMENT PLAN OPTIONS
Via Highway 20 Via Highway 40
– Post-dated Cheques – Credit/Debit Card – Direct Payment
• One payment of $12,200 dated August 25th
• Get on Highway 20 W • Take exit 15 North (Decarie Expressway)
• Two interest free payments of $6,100 dated August 25th and January 1st • Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 60 • Take Highway 40 W to Chomedey Highway /
• Four interest free payments of $3,050 dated August 25th, December 1st, February 1st and May 1st for Highway 13 N toward Mirabel Autoroute 13 N in Laval
• Ten interest free payments of $1,220 dated from August 25th to June 1st International Airport / Laval • Take exit 12 from Highway 13 N
The aforementioned prices are subject to change. • Continue onto Highway 13 N • Continue onto Highway 13 N
• Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 12 • Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 12
toward QC-148 / Samson Boulevard / toward QC-148 / Samson Boulevard /
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SCHOOL FEES
Notre-Dame Boulevard / Saint-Martin Boulevard Notre-Dame Boulevard / Saint-Martin Boulevard
Sec 1 – 5 Grade 12 only
International Annual tuition fees
• Keep left at the fork, follow signs for
Notre-Dame Boulevard / Saint-Martin Boulevard /
• Keep left at the fork, follow signs for
Notre-Dame Boulevard / Saint-Martin Boulevard /
Student Fees (Includes supplementary fees)
$15,200 $19,500 148 road 148 road
Dormitory fees $12,000 $12,000 • Turn right onto Élodie-Boucher street • Turn right onto Élodie-Boucher street
Non-scholar fees $2,500 $2,500
Total $29,700 $34,000
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ACADEMY LAVAL
Why Choose
Grade 12
North Star Online School is a virtual school for students to BENEFITS OF AN ONLINE GRADE 12:
complete a Grade 12 program instead of going to CEGEP.
After this program students would receive an Ontario • All classes are recorded and can be used by the student
High School diploma, recognized by the Ontario Ministry to review the information presented
of Education, making them eligible for admission to not • Full use of the white board along with other technical
only Québec universities but also all universities across applications (power points, videos, other media…)
North America. • Direct individual support of student by a team of
teachers in a confidential and secure manner
The student would be taught as if in a conventional school • Assignments sent and returned electronically
and would receive a full range of courses and services • Students can progress at their own pace
on-line, given in real time by a certified teacher. • Grade 12 is recognized by Quebec universities for
Students following such programs are recognized on admission (1 year instead of 2 years CEGEP)
par with students registered in regular schools. They • Grade 12 is accepted officially across North America
can be geographically located anywhere and receive for university acceptance as well as in Europe
this service in the comfort and security of their own • No transportation costs
home. As well, students can be on Campus in a safe and • No weather concerns
nurturing environment.
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ACADEMY LAVAL
Tuition
TUITION FEES
On Campus – $12,000
Includes:
• Books
• Labs
• OSSLT (Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test)
• Final Exams
On Campus students experience student Life by
participating in the Athletic and Artistic departments.
As well as all tutorials offered. Furthermore they are
mentored throughout their semester by receiving a
structured schedule, which is monitored by obligatory
classroom time. A progression report is presented to
ensure the students success.
22 | ADMISSION GUIDE ADMISSION GUIDE | 23CERTIFICAT D’ÉLIGIBILITÉ NON REQUIS
FRANCOPHONES ET NOUVEAUX ARRIVANTS ADMISSIBLES
NORTH STAR 950, rue Élodie-Boucher
Laval (Québec) H7W 0C6
ACADEMY LAVAL T 450 973-9797
F 450 973-4463
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