Curriculum and Notable Programs
Richmond High operates on a ten-month school year cycle divided into three terms. The terms exist for the purpose of grading only; all courses at RHS last for the duration of the school year. RHS uses an alternating day 1/day 2 schedule. Each "day" is further subdivided into four 1:17 blocks (for a total of eight), with a single lunch break in between. The typical student's schedule runs from 8:30am to 2:40pm, although some courses begin at 7:00am or immediately after school.
The courses offered at Richmond Secondary are typical of any high school in Canada. Students may choose from a diverse range of elective courses like theatre arts, music, drafting, graphics and photography, metal and wood works, and chef training/cooking to supplement their core academic courses. Being a public school, all RHS students must complete the BC provincial cirriculum. In addition, students may also enrol in one or more of the special programs listed below.
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