Specialist High Skills Major - S.H.S.M.
What is SHSM?
The Specialist High Skill Major (SHSM) program allows students in Grade 11 and 12 to focus their learning on a specific economic sector while earning credits towards their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).
Advantages of SHSM:
- Students will gain valuable skills from their co-op placements, training certifications, and through experiential learning field trips
- There is NO COST for students to participate in this program
- Students get a red embossed SHSM seal on their OSSD and special recognition at graduation
- Post-Secondary Scholarships available for SHSM graduates who attend St. Clair College ($1500*) or University of Windsor ($1000*)
*a minimum of 75% graduation average required
Explore the Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) programs available for the 2024-2025 school year!
| Sector | Teacher Lead(s) |
|---|---|
| Arts & Culture | Ms. Andrea DiPonti |
| Business | Ms. Catherine Oake, Mr. Brian Wilson |
| Construction | Mr. Barry Kelly |
| Environment | Ms. Amy Root, Mr. John Sarros |
| Health & Wellness | Ms. Christine J Johnston |
| Manufacturing | Mr. Shayne Byrne |
| Non-Profit, Education, and Childcare | Ms. Sonia De Andrade-Scofield |
| Transportation | Mr. Timothy Klingbile |