Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM)

Markham District HS offers SHSMs in the following sectors:

 

Benefits of SHSM

Students will:

  • develop specialized knowledge and skills while establishing relationships with those in a chosen field
  • gain sector-specific skills and contextualized knowledge
  • "reach ahead" to desired post secondary destinations (apprenticeship, college university or work​​  place)
  • earn sector-recognized certifications and career-relevant training
  • develop essential skills and work habits documented through the Ontario Skills Passport
  • identify, explore and refine career goals and make informed decisions on their future
  • be able to change between pathways if goals or plans change
  • successful completion identified on the OSSD with a special red seal
  • receive an official SHSM record documenting achievements including certifications and training  completed
  • some post secondary schools offering scholarships for successful graduates of SHSM program

Contact

Contact 

  • SHSM Coordinator, Mr. Weinstein at 905-294-1886 ext. 519
  • Community-based Education Department Head Ms.Vrensen
  • Markham District High School Guidance Department.