Grade 11 students at David Suzuki will apply to the RISE program in their grade 10 year, and go through an interview process with the lead teachers.  Applications will be distributed before course selection in (November and December)  This will allow the students to select the Recreation and Fitness Leadership (PLF4M) and 2 credit Co-Op courses on their timetable for Grade 11.  The PLF4M is an anchor course for the program that allows the students to create a community and develop their leadership skills through the organization of many school activities such as: Terry Fox Run, The I Can Olympics, Tournaments within our school and feeder schools and SO MUCH MORE.

In addition to these leadership opportunities, Gr 11 and 12 students will also:

• Obtain their First Aid and CPR certification and WHMIS certifications

• 3 other certifications in such areas as: Taping and Wrapping, Group Dynamics, Equity and Inclusion, Event Planning etc.

• Have the opportunity to explore possible careers within the sport sector through community partners and guest speakers.

• Earn 4 major credits which include but are not limited to: Healthy Active Living Courses, Kinesiology, Biology, Chemistry and Sport Marketing. 

• Reach ahead experiences, where students visit post secondary institutions and explore their programs offered. 

Students in grade 12 will select the Individual and Small Group Activities Course PAI4OH.  This anchor course will have them using their leadership skills and mentoring our grade 11 students.   This mentorship will occur through the organization of events, as well as having the opportunity to continue continue to research and develop skills necessary for their post secondary education.

Upon completion of all SHSM requirements, at graduation students will wear a stole of distinction to highlight their accomplishment at the ceremony.  They will receive a leather portfolio with the RISE logo that contains their certifications and other awards or certificates earned which may be used to apply to post secondary institutions or employment opportunities.