June 25, 200620 yr Meh, I recently found out that once again I will be moving. However, this time I will be leaving Canada. Did i mention this is my 12th (senior) year of High School. Now I know all the basic components of moving: new house, new area, new people. But I have absolutely no knowledge on day-to-day life in the US compared to Canada. I know a different measuring system is used and the president is Bush. :| So what I want to know is there any major/minor things I should expect living in the US and Virginia. I also wouldn't mind knowing how the schooling works as that it appears completely different then Canada's. The only thing I really know about US schools is the Social Studies portion contains American Presidents and Government? Something I know very little of... :oops:
June 25, 200620 yr Be greatful that the majority of your education is canadian. Look at what you did in 10th grade and that's what you'll be doing in 12th in the states. "Philosophy is composed of questions that may never be answered.Religion is composed of answers that may never be questioned. ."
June 25, 200620 yr Everything about US history you can learn about online, other classes should be easy since Canadians have a better education system. Forgot what documentary it was but in canada people trust eachother more and leave their doors unlocked, don't do that here in America, can't trust most strangers.
June 25, 200620 yr Lmao at the stereotypes so far already on this thread. Leave your doors unlocked around some areas here, and you'll get robbed no doubt about it. Canada isn't the great safehaven people think, and in Toronto we're just below the temperatures of somewhere like VA, where you're moving to. The US system of education is a bit weaker, but nothing huge. You'll adjust quickly, as the Canadian way of life is greatly influenced by America anyhow. It'll suck not having free healthcare, but in turn, everything else in the states is cheaper! It'll be different, but I am sure you will adjust in no time.
June 25, 200620 yr The only thing I really know about US schools is the Social Studies portion contains American Presidents and Government? Something I know very little of... :oops: Even if this is a chapter that is studied in your grade and school, then it would only be brought up once, in that one chapter... most likely. So you really have nothing to worry about, good luck homie. Ghost: I am prejudice towards ignorance, so that would explain why I appear to be so.
June 25, 200620 yr i can tell you about the differences of american and german lifestyles or german - french, american - french, french - german, but i guess that won't help you that much. too bad that i don't know much about the candian way of life so i can't tell you anything, sorry :( but i am sure you will handle the changes, you have your family with you to support you and you can make friends easily.
June 25, 200620 yr The great thing about classes in the U.S. is you arn't required to have any previous knowledge. Don't be to worried about social studies its all dull knowledge that no one ever wants to remember anyways. I'm also moving, senior year like you. Although its just to a nother state, it is def. a different culture. I've moved 5 times and I think this is the first time I've actually cared. Moving is the best option for me right now, better school, better influences. But still, my friends are going to be HARD to move away from.
June 25, 200620 yr Well, welcome to the USA. The school system works like this: 1st Period 2nd Period 3rd Period 4th Period 5th Period 6th Period 7th Period Most schools have a homeroom period also. Each period lasts around 45-50 minutes.
June 25, 200620 yr If you're any good at math or science, you'll find the high school education in these subjects in the US is not up to par for a developed nation. In fact, you'll probably find the instruction here a joke. Our colleges are excellent, however. If you're interested in maintaing your education, you should take some college courses. The US and Canada are very similar. Hockey and soccer aren't as big here. TV shows are likely to be the same, with the absence of a major government channel like the CBC. Your parents will have to pay for private health insurance in the US, or you can opt for no insurance at all. The US is a nice place to live. The only thing that really sucks is that the drinking age is 21 here, rather than the more sensible 18 in Canada. :D
June 26, 200620 yr Be greatful that the majority of your education is canadian. Look at what you did in 10th grade and that's what you'll be doing in 12th in the states. Lol :P You shouldn't worry too much. A friend of mine moved to Oregon, IIRC, last year and he tops the classes there. The only thing that really sucks is that the drinking age is 21 here, rather than the more sensible 18 in Canada. :D You can drink here at 17, as long as your own parents give you the drink :wink: :: Guess the Movie Contest Champion: pfilc23 ::
June 26, 200620 yr Be greatful that the majority of your education is canadian. Look at what you did in 10th grade and that's what you'll be doing in 12th in the states. Lol :P You shouldn't worry too much. A friend of mine moved to Oregon, IIRC, last year and he tops the classes there. The only thing that really sucks is that the drinking age is 21 here, rather than the more sensible 18 in Canada. :D You can drink here at 17, as long as your own parents give you the drink :wink: Are you sure about that? I work at a groccery store and I asked my manager about that and she said you have to be 21 to consume alchohol, but nobody really cares if your parent gives you a little something.
June 26, 200620 yr Be greatful that the majority of your education is canadian. Look at what you did in 10th grade and that's what you'll be doing in 12th in the states. lmfao... beast2008: 100 combat - banned july 9th 2006~R.I.P the old nite~
June 26, 200620 yr Author Shame on the drinking. Driving Regulations are pretty well the same? Except for speed being in Mph. What percent is everything taxed in the US? Kind of confused on the science department. Where I live we take General science in 10th grade (High School is 10-12), Then we take intermediate Biology, Chemistry and Physics in 11th all as seperate courses. Then in our final year we can take advanced courses of any of the three branches. But I heard its different in the US, where you just do all Biology one year then all Chemistry the next? Not overly worried about the move itself, seeing as this is my 6th :? However, I kinda of want to be on an even playing field as my American peers.. Limited Hockey is going to kill me. :cry: Especially when my team plays in the Western Conference, Silly Time Zones.
June 26, 200620 yr milk comes in jugs not bags :lol: beast2008: 100 combat - banned july 9th 2006~R.I.P the old nite~
June 26, 200620 yr The only thing I really know about US schools is the Social Studies portion contains American Presidents and Government? Something I know very little of... :oops: Even if this is a chapter that is studied in your grade and school, then it would only be brought up once, in that one chapter... most likely. So you really have nothing to worry about, good luck homie. ..At my school(which is also in Virginia) The whole year is about the US Government. Well, welcome to the USA. The school system works like this: 1st Period 2nd Period 3rd Period 4th Period 5th Period 6th Period 7th Period Most schools have a homeroom period also. Each period lasts around 45-50 minutes. That depends on what county you end up in. Mine runs 1-7 period but it's block schedualed So there are 2 days one day it runs 1 3 5 7 the other goes 2 3 4 6 1 2 4 5 6 7 are 1 1/2 hours(roughly) and 3rd period we have everyday for 50 minutes I know a guy down by Richmond who does run on the 1-7 everyday though, so it all depends on where you live.
June 26, 200620 yr Well, welcome to the USA. The school system works like this: 1st Period 2nd Period 3rd Period 4th Period 5th Period 6th Period 7th Period Most schools have a homeroom period also. Each period lasts around 45-50 minutes. weird, my school works different. As in i have 4 classes and day and they're 90 minutes each. I also know there's like 10 different school schedules. But welcome to the usa. I'd avoid it but i'm already in it :wink: Just be prepared for alot of crap.
June 26, 200620 yr Shame on the drinking. Driving Regulations are pretty well the same? Except for speed being in Mph. What percent is everything taxed in the US? Kind of confused on the science department. Where I live we take General science in 10th grade (High School is 10-12), Then we take intermediate Biology, Chemistry and Physics in 11th all as seperate courses. Then in our final year we can take advanced courses of any of the three branches. But I heard its different in the US, where you just do all Biology one year then all Chemistry the next? Driving is pretty much identical, the speed limit is usually 65 mph on interstate highways, 75 mph in some states and 85(!) now in some parts of Texas. Tax varies; the US has no VAT, there is a sales tax in most states (usually about 6%). Sales tax is not factored into the price, so you'll end up paying more than what you see. Everyone pays federal income tax and most people, but not all, pay state income tax depending on where they live. I wouldn't worry about the science classes. Even kids who take regular biology, chemistry and physics for one year each don't have that much specific knowledge of the subjects. Science and math instruction is unfortunately terrible here at the high school level. I'm sure you'll have a much better understanding of science and math than the vast majority of your peers.
June 26, 200620 yr Yea education systems are different in every state. I'm guessing biology one year, chemistry one year and physics another year.
June 26, 200620 yr About Canada's educational system compared to the US, don't worry. The US has advanced placement classes so if your ahead, than you'll be taking those classes. I'm going into 9th grade and I'll be taking 10th grade math. I could've taken 11th grade math but I didn't feel like attending the required summer classes.
June 26, 200620 yr That's erm, weird.. I'm taking Physics and Chem next year for gr. 11 since I need them. I chose not to take Bio. :: Guess the Movie Contest Champion: pfilc23 ::
June 26, 200620 yr One thing I know about Virginia personally is that it is a beautiful place to live, but it's EMPTY. :lol: My aunt lives there and they have to leave the STATE for work. The popularity of any given religion today depends on the victories of the wars they fought in the past. - Me!
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