A Ministry approved specialized career focused program that allows students to acquire technical knowledge and skills in a specific area. SHSMs assist students in the transition from secondary school to: the Workplace Apprenticeships College University Students completing all SHSM requirements will receive a Red Seal on their Ontario Secondary School Diploma This designation is recognized by employers, colleges and universities.

No matter which path you follow after high school, you will have a better idea of your direction and future career choice when graduating with a SHSM Red Seal. Understand how and why your classes apply to your future career Obtain training and certifications from experienced industry staff Learn on the job skills during your co-op placement Gain experience in your field of interest

What are CLAs? CLAs are Contextualized Learning Activities where students will complete anywhere between 6-10 hours of contextualized experiences, along side their non-SHSM classmates, in their required credits. CLAs fit in directly with Ministry Expectations for each course, the difference being that the approach has a direct connection back to the sector.

Name_____Current Grade____Date______ Destination Pathway (check one): University College Workplace Apprenticeship COURSE SELECTION CHART Keep your destination pathway in mind when making your course selections. Please identify the courses that you will be selecting for next year checking off the appropriate course codes. If going into grade 11, you will meet with your counsellor next year before selecting your grade 12 courses. If you are planning on applying to university, you will need U or M credits to apply. Please make certain to see your counsellor if you require assistance. Grade 11Grade 12 Major Credits Pick 2 at minimum each year o PPL 3O o PAF 3O o PAL 3O o PAR 30 o SBI 3U o SCH 3U o PPL 40 o PAF 40 o PAL 40 o PSE 4U o SBI 4U o SCH 4U English Credits - Pick 1 o ENG 4U o ENG 4C o ENG 4E Math Credits - Pick 1 o MCR 3U o MCF 3M o MBF 3C o MEL 3E Performance Focus pick 1 in total o HSP 3M o HPC 30 o HHG 4M o HFA 4M o HPD 4E Sports Management Focus pick 1 in total o BTA 30 o BMI 3C o BOH 4M o BDV 4C o BOG 4E Others – optional electives o SVN 3E o ETS 4U Co-op Credits o 2, 3 or 4 Credit Co-op

Name_____Current Grade____Date______ Destination Pathway (check one): University College Workplace Apprenticeship COURSE SELECTION CHART Keep your destination pathway in mind when making your course selections. Please identify the courses that you will be selecting for next year checking off the appropriate course codes. If going into grade 11, you will meet with your counsellor next year before selecting your grade 12 courses. If you are planning on applying to university, you will need U or M credits to apply. Please make certain to see your counsellor if you require assistance. Grade 11Grade 12 Major Credits Pick 2 at minimum each year o THS 3M o TDJ 3M o TGJ3M o TDJ 3O o THH 3E o AVI 3M o SBI 3U o SBI 3C o TGJ4M o THD 4M o TDJ 4M o TDJ 4O o THH 4E o AVI 4M o SBI 4U English Credits - Pick 1 o ENG 3U o ENG 3C o ENG 4E Math Credits - Pick 1 o MEL 3E o MDM4U o MHF4U o MAP4C Others – optional electives o SVI3E o BMX3E o SVN3M o BMI 3C o BOH 4M Co-op Credits o 2, 3 or 4 Credit Co-op

CO-OP/OSP cooperative education Students must earn a minimum of two cooperative education credits. Co-op provides authentic learning experiences in a workplace setting, enabling students to refine, extend, apply, and practice sector-specific knowledge and skills. Through co-op, students also use their Ontario School Passport which documents the essential skills & habits required in the sector.

Reach Ahead Experiences Students are provided with opportunities to take the next steps along their chosen pathway. Examples include: Apprenticeship: visiting an approved apprenticeship delivery agent in the sector College: interviewing a college student enrolled in a sector-specific program University: observing a university class in a sector-related program Workplace: interviewing an employee in the sector

Take home an application package and discuss the SHSM with you parent(s)/guardian(s). Meet with your counsellor or the SHSM Lead for clarification if need be.  Ms. Healey – Landscape, Environmental Design, Retail Horticulture & Floristry  Mr. McCabe – Sport Performance & Sport Management Complete the application package ASAP, making certain that all tasks are finished in full. Submit completed package to your guidance counsellor.