Other Programs

SHSM is a specialized program designed to allow students to focus on knowledge and skills of particular importance in an economic sector, while meeting the requirements for the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).

Students are able to obtain certifications and/or training recognized by the sector as part of the SHSM requirements.  This program is an excellent opportunity for students to build  their skill base, acquire valuable certifications and to network within the Arts and Culture or Agriculture industries.

With the help and guidance of SHSM program leaders, students will:

• choose courses that align with the arts and culture or agriculture industries

• participate in learning and career exploration activities (job shadowing, trade fairs, tours, etc.)

• participate in ‘reach ahead’ activities (interview industry professionals, complete dual-credits, etc.)

• complete a co-op placement in the a related industry

• complete 6 industry certifications (3 mandatory ones in CPR, WHIMIS, First Aid, and 3 optional ones organized the program leads)

Additional Information can be found here. It's easy to apply and there is no penalty if you don't finish the program. 

  Agriculture: Mr Becks, Link to an Application Form

  Arts and Culture: Mr Theijsmeijer, Link to an Application Form

What is a Peer Tutor? A peer tutor is someone who cares about others & provides assistance to those students who request extra help. Volunteer/Community hours can be earned by providing tutoring to a peer. 

Who Can Benefit? *Anyone: Tutors, Students, Teachers, Guidance Counsellors, Parents

Peer Tutoring is available through the Guidance Office to provide short & long term tutoring to students and provide assistance in exam and test preparation

Manitoulin Secondary School is proud to announce the opening of the Living Well Locker!

The Living Well Locker is a place where students have access to some of the necessities of living well. We have everything from fresh food and non-perishable food items to toiletries such as shampoo, dental and feminine hygiene products!

The Living Well Locker accepts donations of both food and money and can give tax receipts for cash donations. To donate food, you can simply drop off items at Manitoulin Secondary School. If you wish to make such a donation, you can phone Manitoulin Secondary School at 705-368-7000, or e-mail aubes@rainbowschools.ca to arrange a mutually convenient delivery time. We can also pickup if necessary.

MSS students can also drop non-perishable items off outside the door of the Living Well Locker. Our volunteers will move these donated items into our room at the end of the day.

Students be sure to come to D5A to check it out!

Credit Recovery is available for students who have failed  one or more compulsory credits.  For each student who fails a course, the subject teacher shall complete a Course Placement Form that outlines one of the following options:

• Repeating the Entire Course;

• Taking the course at a different Level; 

• Completing a  Culminating Demonstration Only; 

• Enrolling in Credit Recovery. (In some cases Summer school might be recommended.)

The Principal and the Credit Recovery Team review these forms and suggest the appropriate placement. Class size, credit accumulation, attendance, and past performance in an alternative setting are all considerations for placement in a credit recovery class.

One or more credits can be recovered in a credit recovery class - as a Learning Strategies credit is  part of the package. It is possible for each student to increase credit accumulation and graduate on schedule.   While the professional opinion of the subject teacher is the primary source for a Credit Recovery placement, there may be exceptional circumstances when the Credit Recovery Team determines a placement.  In consultation with the subject teacher an appropriate method of evaluation will be determined that combines class marks and credit recovery participation.

Prior learning includes the knowledge and skills that students have acquired, in both formal and informal ways, outside secondary school.  Where such learning has occurred outside Ontario classrooms, students enrolled in Ontario secondary schools and inspected private schools may have their skills and knowledge evaluated against the expectations outlined in provincial curriculum policy documents in order to earn credits towards the secondary school diploma.  This formal evaluation and accreditation process involves two components: equivalency and challenge.  Equivalency involves the assessment of credentials from other jurisdictions for placement purposes.  The challenge process refers to the process whereby students' prior learning is assessed for the purpose of granting credit.  Only Grade 10-12 courses that are offered by the Rainbow District School Board may be challenged.  For more information regarding this process students are advised to refer to the PLAR pamphlet found in the school's guidance office.

Interested students should contact their Principal before the end of December.

Dual Credits are offered by Cambrian College.  Students are able to earn credits towards their secondary school diploma as well as post-secondary diploma or apprenticeship certification.  Each course gives students one grade 12 secondary credit and one 1st year college credit.  2 for 1 Deal!  The courses that have been offered over the past 2 school years are listed below.  Please see your guidance counsellor for additional forms.  More information can be found here.

• Parenting 4 Me

• Mnaamodzawin Community Mental Health

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