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High School Programs and Registration Information 

Grade 9 Families

Welcome to the Grade 9 High School Registration page. Here, you'll find key information and resources about the registration process. David Thompson staff register students for their designated high school based on their current address. The transition to high school begins months in advance. To support a smooth transition, we work closely with designated high schools to arrange orientation visits, share program options, and complete registration. Parents can support this process by attending open houses and helping their child select courses that best support their learning path. For the most up-to-date information, please visit individual high school websites. As dates are confirmed, they will also be posted on CBE's main Events, Sessions and Open House page. 

High School Planning Guide 

This guide provides key information about high school registration, completion requirements, course planning and programs. Please refer to the Related Information section.

Designated High School 

At the CBE, when you are transitioning from middle school to high school, students are automatically registered at their designated school based on the home address on file. Use the CBE Find a School tool to confirm your designated high school. This is the most accurate way to determine your child’s designated high school. 

French Immersion Program 

Most students in the French Bilingual Program are designated to Dr. E.P. Scarlett in high school. A small number of students may be designated to Western Canada High School based on their home address. Families choosing to switch to the English Program should note that their designated high school may change.  

Languages Video

English Program 

Most students in the English Program are designated to Lord Beaverbrook. Depending on the home address, some students may be designated to other schools. 

Dr. E.P. Scarlett High School (Early French Immersion, Late French Immersion, Regular)

  • Website 
  • French Immersion 
  • Feeder School Visit: November  
  • Advanced Placement Info Night: December 10 at 5:30 – 6:30 pm 
  • Feeder School Visit, Gr 9 Course Selection and Registration Process: January 
  • Gr 9 School Tours: January 26 at 10 am. There is no cost to go on this trip. Acknowledgement of Risk Forms are sent home to be signed closer to the tour date. Please return the Acknowledgement of Risk Form on or before January 17.
  • Teacher Recommendations: January/February
  • Open House (in-person): January 29 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm 
  • Course Selection Registration: By February 23 
  • High School 101 Online Session for Parents: April 22 

Lord Beaverbrook High School (English Regular Program)

  • Website 
  • Feeder School Visit: January 
  • Gr 9 School Tours: January 26 at 12:30 pm. There is no cost to go on this trip. A Community Walk notice is sent home closer to the tour dates.  
  • Open House (in-person): January 29 from 6:30 – 8:00 pm 
  • Teacher Recommendations: January/February 
  • Course Selection Form Return: By February 10, to the homeroom teacher 
  • Guidance Counsellors will meet with students at feeder schools to support in selecting courses online: Week of February 17

Western Canada High School

  • Website 
  • Is your student interested in joining Western's IB community? Do you live within our boundary for IB? Please visit the CBE website (CBE IB Programme) for more information.
  • Designated IB Program for French
  • IB Information Evening: November 24 at 6:30 – 8:00 pm 
  • Gr 9 School Tours: January 27; Parents must provide transportation. 
  • Open House (in-person): January 27 from 3:30 – 5:00 pm 
  • Teacher Recommendations: January/February 
  • Course Selection Registration: By February 23 

Henry Wise Wood High School 

  • Website 
  • International Baccalaureate Programme Information Night: November 19 at 7:00 p.m.
  • Open House (in-person): November 27 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. 
  • Designated IB Program for English 
  • Gr 9 School Tour (in-person): January 27 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 
  • For current grade nine students looking to apply to the IB Program for the upcoming school year. Topics include an overview of the IB Program with components and requirements, University recognition, costs and benefits of the program. Students interested in applying for the IB program need to fill out an expression of interest form  
  • International Baccalaureate Program (IB)   

Central Memorial High School: Performing and Visual Arts (PVA) 

  • Website  
  • PVA Program: November 19 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. 
  • Open House Regular Program: January 29 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.   
  • PVA Applications: November to January 13 
  • Online Expression of Interest Applications for PVA Fine Arts programs at Central Memorial High School are open for prospective students. Students will be scheduled for an in-person or virtual audition/interview.  

Joanne Cardinal Schubert High School 

  • Website 
  • Open House (in-person): January 29 from 6:30 – 8:00 pm  

Centennial High School 

  • Website 
  • Open House (in-person): January 29 from 7:00 – 9:00 pm 
  • No Grade 9 Tours this year 
  • Course Selection Forms Due: February 26 

Jack James High School  

  • Website 
  • Open House: January (Please check the website) 
  • State-of-the-art, personalized learning community that emphasizes engaging, hands-on, and practical opportunities. Provides extensive support for students as they transition to the workplace or post-secondary. Students are provided with a flexible learning environment that includes Knowledge and Employability (K&E) courses integrating essential employability skills while supporting student success and achievement. This is a school of choice for students across the city. 
  • School Tours: Personalized tours can be arranged in the spring with individual students and families on request.  
  • If students are interested in attending Jack James High School or learning more about their program, please let David Thompson Student Services or the Assistant Principal know so they can forward more information. Schools must confirm attendance with Jack James High School by mid-January. 
  • Registration information/Process for grade 9s transitioning to Jack James High School Unique Setting is as follows: 
    • If families support the transition, Junior Highs will designate the student directly to Jack James High School by March 15.  
    • Complete the required (3) forms for Jack James High School:  
    • Course selection form 
      • The Unique Settings high school transfer form with guardians 
      • Knowledge & Employability Courses Informed Consent Form 
      • Forward completed forms to Jack James by email to the guidance team. 
    • Transition meetings with guidance to support students. 

Alternative Programs of Choice

Alternative programs of choice may also be available, if space and resources allow. Families are encouraged to explore these possibilities independently; our teachers and leadership team are happy to provide insights when asked. 

  1. Follow the "Find a School" link. 
  2. Enter your address, and your designated high school will be revealed. 
  3. View Program Options.

Link | High School Designation Map 

High School Transfer Process 

The High School Transfer Process opens from February 1 to March 15. See the links below. 

School Enrolment Status: 

If you are interested in attending a school other than your designated school, visit CBE's Transfers page for transfer information. Please note that some schools are quite full and not able to accept all transfer requests. 

If you are interested in an alternative program, please be aware of the application process and different deadlines. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at 403-777-7470. Students and parents are encouraged to visit school websites and open houses for more information. Before transfers can be accepted, CBE high schools need to ensure enough spaces for students living in the communities designated to each school. In some cases, transfers are not possible. 

Schools are identified as: 

  • OPEN: The most spaces available to accept transfers. 
  • LIMITED: Some space available to accept transfers from students resident to CBE. 
  • CLOSED: No space to accept transfers. The only exception is IB Program transfers where the school is the student's Area school for IB, and the student is resident to CBE. 

A parent/legal guardian can request for a student to transfer to another CBE high school for the next school year for one of the following reasons: 

  • To enrol in an education program NOT offered at the student's designated school (e.g. International Baccalaureate (IB) Program or Advanced Placement (AP); CBe-learn) 
  • To take a sequence of courses up to the 30-level that is NOT offered at the student's designated school (e.g. cosmetology, welding and fabrication, culinary arts, and auto mechanics). 

You can only choose one program, or one sequence of courses, as the reason for your transfer request. Enrolment depends on availability and school status.