SHSM Sector Partner Field Trip Experiences
Greater Toronto Area Event Partners:
Toronto Blue Jays
Get an SPE experience from a panel of Toronto Blue Jay’s Team Members and watch the game all on the same day! At the Rogers Centre, you’ll get a view like no other while completing your ICE training….and then simply slip into your game seats at 3pm on the same day. Jays Shop will be open and offers authentic team merchandise, the latest fashion apparel and has the largest selection of merchandise… One stop shopping.
Tennis Canada
Tennis Canada is a member of the Canadian Olympic Association. Students will hear from Tennis Canada’s event management team who are directly responsible for all national and international competitions in Canada, including junior, senior and wheelchair. This organization supported the development of athletes like Bianca Andreescu. And who knows, a lesson may be in store for students!
Tennis Canada
Toronto Zoo is part of an ecosystem consisting of animals, people, science and expertise, all connected in their passion and commitment to protecting animals and the wild spaces they call home. Their mission is to save our natural world and inspire people to make changes to sustain our environment and all living things. Students experience this amazing venue as well as a tour and career talk.
Samsung
Samsung, is a field trip you do NOT want to miss! See the innovative showroom and understand why Samsung has been awarded the 2024 Top Innovation Company in the world and the best workplaces in Canada for young people to grow. Samsung devotes its talent and technology to creating superior products and services that contribute to a better global society. They set a high value on its people and technologies. Meet people from across the organization who are working for Samsung and are part of a team who value youth for their ideas.
Toronto FC
Toronto FC is one of the most successful teams in Major League Soccer (MLS). The team was founded in 2006 and has been a part of MLS ever since. Students will receive a behind the scenes look and career panel discussion along with their certifications/SPE.
Toronto Rock Lacrosse
Toronto Rock Lacrosse, with strong historic Canadian roots, was a game created by North American Indigenous peoples and was traditionally used for conflict resolution, religious ritual, spiritual tribute or tribal training for future battle. By exposing students to the game they will learn about its history, supports their understanding of equity, fair play and respect for diversity. Program leaders will share their first-hand knowledge of how the game can positively impact a person’s life as well as their deep respect for the history of the game as it relates to our Canadian culture.
Why is early registration important?
Registration for popular events last year went quickly. By registering early, we will save your seats at the best rate for value, and be able to plan for our events more effectively.
What is included with the registration?
The day includes:
- Face-to-Face SPE-ICE with sector partner(s)
- Optional pre & post ICE work
- Online ICE for students who were registered but missed the field trip
- A career talk
- An online certification from 4 options (Group Dynamics, Ergonomics & Safe Lifting, Communication and Customer Service)
- Lunch
Are there any additional costs?
There may be additional fees for admission, game tickets, live performances and artistic activities. Field Trips with additional costs will have this information listed on the registration page for your review before registering.
What are my options for the online certification with Teacher Resource?
- Group Dynamics
- Communication
- Ergonomics & Safe Lifting
- Customer Service
What if I don’t know the exact number of students when I register?
When registering a number of students for the event, we recommend allowing a 10% attrition for student absences on event day. Unfortunately, due to the limited number of spaces, we cannot refund for cancellations and absences after registration. However, all students registered that are absent on event day will receive an online ICE with teacher resource. Numbers may be increased up to 2 weeks before the field trip, but cannot be guaranteed. Additions will be invoiced separately.
How will my invoice be processed?
Invoices will be issued within 48 hours of registration and are due within one month. Purchasing these types of special events is similar to purchasing tickets to concerts, conferences, plays and other pre-event purchases. Please see details listed on your invoice.
How will you ensure that my students are engaged in the experiences?
Group sizes are no more than 65 and small group work is no more than 8 students. With 2 facilitators, and feedback from our previous field trips, we are confident your students will be engaged and participate in our mixed media and diverse learning techniques. They will be actively involved in various games, activities and exercises, providing different avenues for learning. Physicality is always part of the day. We provide a high energy, interactive training session including music, video and team building exercises.
How will the Field Trip meet the Ministry SHSM requirements?
Optional online pre and post ICE work is provided before the field trip to deepen the learning experience for students. There are various types of additional material, reflective questions and exercises of up to 5 hours to more than meet requirements.
| Week prior | Optional ICE pre-work completed before day of field trip (2 hrs) |
| 8:30 AM | Doors Open |
| 9:30 AM | Arrivals & sign in, welcome and icebreaker |
| 10:00 AM | HARD START! Start ICE: Sector Partner Career Talk, sharing passion for their work, personal stories and the diversity of careers and paths in the field.More company Information to prepare for ICE challenge. |
| 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Lunch |
| 12:00-1:55 PM | ICE Gears and Presentations |
| 2:00 PM | HARD CLOSE! |
| Weeks following | Optional ICE post-work completed any time following the field trip (2 hrs+) |
Additional schedule details will be provided prior to the Field Trip.
What if my bus schedule needs further accommodation?
We do have hard start and end times however, students are welcome to arrive late and quietly enter the room mid session, or slip out and leave early before the end of the session. In that case, your students may miss some elements of the day.
Expectations for the Day:
Food
- A pizza lunch will be served and include the following:
- Pepperoni pizza
- Vegetarian pizza
- Gluten free pizza
- Granola bars
Nut-free treats such as bite-sized chocolate bars and lollipops during the session.
Allergies
Flashpoint Training does not accommodate food allergies. Students with allergies are welcome to bring their own lunch and any medication they may require.
Water Bottles
We encourage students to bring their own reusable water bottle. Flashpoint Training will not be providing bottled water.
Student Behaviour
Teacher partnership is required to assist in supervision and behaviour management at all times.
Arrivals and Departures
Detailed parking, door entrance and meeting room information will be provided to you prior to the event. Please take a few moments to ensure you are familiar with these locations prior to the date of your selected event(s). Teachers will be responsible for bringing students to the assigned meeting room(s).
Formal programming will start promptly at 10:00 AM and conclude at 2:00 PM. Students may arrive late or leave early but are expected to enter or leave the room quietly to avoid disruption to other participants. In these circumstances, students may miss some elements of the day. *We strongly recommend planning for early arrival to allow for traffic concerns.
Communication
On the day of your event, you may receive notifications of changes/reminders via phone call and/or text message. The cell number you provided when you registered for this event will link you directly to our field trip team on site for the day.
How to Ensure Student Success
We get it! Students don’t like email, so no matter how many times the information is sent their way it doesn’t always make it to them. We kindly request that you help prepare your students for the day by sharing the following with them prior to attending our event. A great way to communicate this message is to read it directly before entering the doors to Samsung Canada.
What exactly are we doing today?
Flashpoint’s Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship (ICE) exercise is the process of finding real-world solutions to authentic challenges. During your session today you will tackle the ICE process and work collaboratively in teams to solve a problem provided by our partners at Samsung Canada. Once your team has identified your solution, you will be asked to present it for evaluation. Throughout the day you will have an opportunity to work on a multitude of skills such as communication, organization, leadership, public speaking, time management and critical thinking.
Student Code of Conduct
Cell Phone Use
In accordance with the Ontario Ministry of Education, students must keep their cell phones silenced and out of sight during class time. Students that do not extend this courtesy to their fellow students and presenters will be asked to leave the room.
Late Arrival / Early Departure
Formal programming will start promptly at 10:00 AM and conclude at 2:00 PM. Students may arrive late or leave early but are expected to enter or leave the room quietly to avoid disruption to other participants. *We strongly recommend planning for early arrival to allow for traffic concerns.
In these circumstances, students may miss some elements of the day.
Behaviour
- Students are expected to act a safe, positive and respectful manner.
- Students participating in incidents such as slurs, jokes, threats, use of derogatory language or intimidation that promote racial/ethnic bias or homophobic/sexual harassment will be asked to leave.
- Students are expected to behave in a way that promotes learning for everyone.
- Students may be required to listen to a short safety briefing if deemed necessary by the host facility on the day of the event.
Certificates of Completion
Facilitators may elect to withhold certificates of completion if a student does not abide by the Code of Conduct.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still looking for additional information? You can visit our Frequently Asked Questions or contact our Event Coordinator Rebecca Earl at rebeccca@flashpointtraining.com or 647-768-9492