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Course selection details and timelines

 

Course selection is an annual process completed by students using My Blueprint. Course selection is based on a combination of Ministry of Education requirements and elective courses. Parents/guardians can see their child(ren)'s My Blueprint profile by registering for a parent/guardian account {ADD LINK to instructions}. 

Students will select courses for the next school year between January and March. School guidance departments will provide direction and support for the selection process.

 

January 20 - March 12, 2026 - course selections for Grade 9-11 students
January 20 - 30, 2026 - course selections for Grade 8 students

Course offerings

Specialist High Skills Majors

The Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) is a specialized program that enables Grade 11 and 12 students to focus their learning on a specific economic sector while fulfilling the requirements for their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). SHSMs offer students valuable opportunities to gain sector-specific skills and knowledge, preparing them for various post-secondary pathways, including apprenticeship training, college, university, or direct entry into the workforce.

At Banting Memorial HS, we offer the following SHSM programs:

Program highlights

  • Specialist High Skills Major in Agri-Business, Arts, Transportation, and Health and Wellness in focused areas of Personal Service and Personal Fitness. 
  • French Immersion and Advanced Placement (AP®) in Biology

Extracurricular opportunities

  • Extensive robotics program with features on TSN and invitation to the world's largest technology and robotics trade show
  • Outstanding athletic teams competing provincially
  • Large variety of clubs

Diploma and certificate requirements

 

Students in Ontario can earn:

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
  • Ontario Secondary School Certificate (OSSC)
  • Certificate of Accomplishment

Learn more about the requirements for the OSSD, OSSC, and Certificate of Accomplishment.