Welcome to the SHSM Virtual Information Night!
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Bishop Allen Academy
Justice, Community Safety, & Emergency Services
Bishop Marrocco/Thomas Merton Catholic Secondary School and Regional Arts Centre
Arts & Culture
Business
Construction
Transportation
Brebeuf College
Arts & Culture
Health & Wellness
Information and Communications Technology
Chaminade College School
Business
Information and Communications Technology
Environment
Sports
Dante Alighieri Academy Catholic Secondary School
Arts & Culture
Business
Health & Wellness
Father Henry Carr Catholic Secondary School
Arts & Culture
Justice, Community Safety & Emergency Services
Transportation
Father John Redmond Catholic Secondary School and Regional Arts Program
Health & Wellness
Justice, Community Safety & Emergency Services
Francis Libermann Catholic High School
Environment
Health & Wellness
James Cardinal McGuigan Catholic High School
Arts & Culture
Health & Wellness
**Information and Communications Technology
Transportation
Loretto Abbey Catholic Secondary School
Business
Information and Communications Technology
Non-Profit
Loretto College School
Arts and Culture
Health and Wellness
Madonna Catholic Secondary School�Business
Non-Profit
Health & Wellness
Marshall McLuhan Catholic Secondary School
Information and Communications Technology
Non-Profit
Sports
Mary Ward Catholic Secondary School
Business
Construction
Health & Wellness
**Non-Profit
Michael Power/St. Joseph High School
Health & Wellness
Sports
Monsignor Percy Johnson Catholic Secondary School
Business
Health & Wellness
Neil McNeil
Construction
Health & Wellness
Notre Dame High School
Health and Wellness
Information and Communications Technology
Senator O’Connor College School
Business
Sports
St. Basil the Great College School
Business
Sports
St. Joan of Arc Catholic Academy
Arts & Culture
Health & Wellness
Information and Communications Technology
Non-Profit
Transportation
St. John Henry Newman Catholic High School
Hospitality and Tourism
Information and Communications Technology
Sports
Non-Profit
St. Joseph College School
Health & Wellness
St. John Paul II Catholic Secondary School
Arts & Culture
Business
Health & Wellness
Sports
St. Mary Catholic Academy
Transportation
St. Mother Teresa Catholic Academy
Arts & Culture
Hospitality and Tourism
Sports
St. Oscar Romero Catholic Secondary School
Business
Construction
Sports
St. Patrick Catholic Secondary School
Construction
Hospitality and Tourism
**Pending Approval for 2021-2022
SHSM Programs Within The TCDSB
What is SHSM?
Specialist High Skills Major lets students focus on a career path that matches their skills and interests while meeting the requirements of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).
Grades 7, 8 & 9
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SECTOR PARTNERED EXPERIENCE
GRADES 11 & 12
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A Bundle of Credits
Eight to ten Grade 11 and Grade 12 credits consisting of:
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Certification and Training
All SHSM programs require 6-8 sector-recognized certifications or training courses.
They include specified numbers of:
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Experiential Learning and Career Exploration Activities
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Reach Ahead Experiences
These are learning experiences that are connected with the student’s postsecondary plans
i.e. attending a conference/workshop, touring a postsecondary institution, completing a Dual Credit course, etc.
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Sector-Partnered Experiences
SPE activities are experiential activities co-delivered with a sector partner. They provide students with the opportunity to gain insight into the relationship between their sector program and how the following are used within the sector:
How does SHSM benefit me?
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Scholarships and Advanced Credits are offered at various post-secondary institutions to SHSM students.
Click on the links to learn more.
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Denize Dion
222 Pathway Road
Toronto, ON
M2N 3H3
Education and Training
September 2017 – Present St. No SHSM Catholic High School, Toronto, Ontario
Work Experience
January 2019 – Present Food Plus Grocery, Toronto, Ontario
Volunteer Experience
September 2020 Participated in St. No SHSM Catholic High School’s leadership activities
2019 – 2020 Provided child care for the neighbour’s three children under the age of seven
References
Mr. James, High School Teacher, St. No SHSM (647) 555-5555
Mrs. Robins, Personal Reference, Toronto, ON (416) 555-5555
Greg Grocery, Owner – Food Plus Grocery, Toronto, ON (647) 515-5555
What stands out to a potential employer?
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Denize Dion
222 Pathway Road
Toronto, ON
M2N 3H3
Education and Training
September 2017 – Present St. SHSM Catholic High School, Toronto, Ontario
Currently completing grade 12
Registered in the Specialist High Skills Major – Hospitality and Tourism
2019/2020 CPR, Level C
Standard First Aid
Basic Health and Safety
WHMIS
2020/2021 Safe Food Handling
Smart Serve
Service Excellence
Feb 2021 Humber College Dual Credit
June 2019 Basic Contemporary Culinary Skills
June 2019 Participated in Skills Canada – RIM Park, Waterloo, ON
Work and Co-op Experience
January 2019 – Present Food Plus Grocery’s, Toronto, Ontario
Co-op Placement
September 2019 – Present The Joan Cooke Culinary Academy – Toronto, Ontario
Volunteer Experience
September 2018 St. SHSM Catholic High School Special Events
References
Mrs. Joan Cooke, Owner, The Joan Cooke Culinary Academy (647) 556-5555
Mr. Robins, Technology Teacher, St. SHSM Catholic High School (416) 555-5555
Greg Grocery, Owner – Food Plus Grocery, Toronto, ON (647) 515-5555
Chef Cindy Baker, Humber College (416) 675-2233
Certifications
Reach Ahead
Co-op (bundle of credits)
Experiential Learning
Enhanced Sector Specific References
Student Voice
Arts and Culture
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business
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Construction
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environment
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Health and Wellness
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Hospitality and Tourism
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Information & Communications Technology
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ICT.
Justice, Community Safety & Emergency Services
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JCSES.
Non Profit
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Non-profit
sports
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Sports.
Transportation
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Transportation.
WHY ENROLL IN SHSM?
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Who can take a SHSM program?
Any student in grades 11 and 12 registered in one of our high schools with an SHSM program can enroll.
What if the SHSM program I am interested in is not available at my school? Can I take a SHSM program in another school?
SHSM programs are school specific. You are able to become a part of any SHSM program available at your school only.
Can students in specialized programs (i.e., IB, AP, STEAM, OYAP) also belong to a SHSM program?
YES!
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Can a student belong to more than one SHSM program?
Students can only enroll in one SHSM program.
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How is SHSM offered during the pandemic?
All of the SHSM components are currently being offered online.
Can I take Co-op in summer school or night school?
Yes!
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How does Co-op work during COVID?
Co-op, like all other courses of study, is still being offered to students.
Where safe, in person placements are still happening.
Many placements have transitioned to an online platform.
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Do I have to find my own Co-op placement?
No, you do not have to find your own Co-op placement.
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Does this program take place during the school day or after school – is it extracurricular?
SHSM is a program that students complete during the school day, alongside their other commitments.
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If I am a grade 11 student already – can I still sign up for SHSM?
It is possible with careful planning.
Talk to your Guidance Counsellor or SHSM teacher at the school.
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How do I apply for SHSM?
Express interest to join the program during grade 10 course selection time. Your school guidance counsellor or SHSM teacher will let you know the next steps to apply.
Thank you for joining us!
Contact your SHSM Teacher, Guidance Counsellor or check out www.tcdsb.org/shsm for more information.
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