New this year is our AMR1O1 repertoire course, an opportunity for students to earn a half credit for being in WCI’s after-school Wind Ensemble and/or Full Orchestra! The credit will take place after or before school over the course of the entire year. Students who choose to be part of these ensembles are also strongly recommended to sign up for either AMS1O1 or AMI1O1 to ensure they have the knowledge and skills to be part of this course. 

Students will participate in a total of two hours per week that will include full ensemble rehearsals, sectional rehearsals, as well as potentially community, concert, and festival performances. Students will learn a wide range of diverse repertoire that will push their skills and abilities on their musical instruments beyond elementary school and classroom skills. Students will have the opportunity to play in these ensembles with students from all grade levels. See Ms. Baigent for more information about this exciting opportunity!

• SHSM is a ministry-approved program. SHSM students have the unique opportunity to gain sector specific skills in conjunction with earning both their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), and the SHSM designation upon graduation.

• Students may apply in Grade 11, by speaking to either the Guidance Department or SHSM Teacher. Programs run in grade 11 & 12.

• Four components:

  1. Completion of a bundle of credits in their field, including a co-op placement

  2. Certifications and Training

  3. Experiential Learning & Career Exploration

  4. Reach Ahead Experiences- College and University experiences

Overview of roles: 

Guidance Counsellors are available for social-emotional support, pathway/career/life planning, school support, and referrals to more specialized supports as needed. 

The Student Success Teacher provides academic support for students in risk of not achieving credits through meetings, individual credit support and credit recovery. 

The Learning Support Teacher is available for IEP support/updates, learning strategies, pathway planning for students with IEPs and classroom support. 

Guidance Secretary can help with registration, transportation and parent portal questions. She also inputs community service hours and is happy to answer any student questions!