Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) Offerings
Welcome to the SHSM offerings page, where you can explore specialized trainings, experiential learning opportunities, and Sector Partnered Experiences (SPEs) tailored to meet the needs of your students. Jason Fonger’s programs are designed to align with key SHSM sectors, such as Sports, Health and Wellness, Hospitality and Tourism, and Environment, providing students with valuable skills and insights into healthy, sustainable eating. Dive into the details below to discover how these offerings can enrich your students' educational journey and prepare them for future success.
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Plant-Based Eating for Athletes
SHSM Sector: Sports
Type of Training: Sport Nutrition
Making healthy, sustainable food choices as an athlete can be challenging, especially with the abundance of conflicting and often misleading nutritional advice on social media. Some dietary recommendations are more evidence-based than others, which is why this workshop focuses on the power of plants. Eating an abundance of whole plant foods is strongly supported by evidence as one of the most important components of a healthy and sustainable diet, significantly contributing to improved overall health and well-being. Leveraging his experience as a triathlon champion and over 15 years of plant-based eating, Jason provides students with an exciting opportunity to explore plant-based eating from an athletic perspective. They will gain a greater understanding of how plant foods play a crucial role in supporting high-level sports performance, overall health, and sustainability.
Plant-Based Eating for Health
SHSM Sector: Health and Wellness
Type of Training: Dietary Considerations
For students focused on health and wellness, understanding the impact of dietary choices is crucial. This workshop offers an in-depth look at how plant-based eating is a powerful, under-utilized tool that can make meaningful contributions to individual and societal health. By exploring the latest research and practical applications, Jason helps students see how diets rich in plant-based foods can reduce the risk of various diseases and support overall wellness. This session equips future health professionals with the knowledge to promote healthier, more sustainable lifestyles.
Plant-Based Eating for the Environment
SHSM Sector: Environment
Type of Training: Approaches to Healing
As environmental concerns grow, making sustainable dietary choices is increasingly important. This workshop explores the significant environmental benefits of plant-based foods, demonstrating how they reduce our ecological footprint by conserving resources, lowering greenhouse gas emissions, and supporting biodiversity. Jason leverages his extensive experience with plant-based eating to offer practical strategies for integrating plant-based foods into daily life. This session empowers students, as future environmental changemakers, to utilize this often-overlooked tool in the fight against climate change, making informed, sustainable choices that positively impact both their health and the environment.
Plant-Based Eating: the Future of Food?
SHSM Sector: Hospitality & Tourism + (can bring together multiple sectors)
Type of Training: Advanced Training in a Technology
As global demand for sustainable food grows, alternative protein technologies are becoming key players in the future of the food industry. This workshop explores the transformative potential of these innovations across sectors like health, business, and hospitality. Students will discover the role of plant-based proteins in reshaping our food systems and the opportunities they present for a more sustainable future. Drawing on his expertise in the plant-based food space, Jason provides valuable insights and practical guidance to help students excel in this rapidly advancing field.
Experiential Learning
Career talks by a sector representative are an excellent option for the experiential learning component of SHSM. Jason Fonger offers an engaging career talk that provides students with valuable insights into the world of health and sustainability. Drawing from his experience as a plant-based nutrition advocate and triathlon champion, Jason shares the path he took to his current career, highlighting key lessons about finding fulfillment and purpose in work—a vital component of a happy and successful life. This session inspires students to explore their own career possibilities and motivates them to pursue work that aligns with their personal goals while having a positive impact on the world.
Sector-Partnered Experiences (SPEs)
Looking to set up an engaging Sector-Partnered Experience for your SHSM students? Jason Fonger collaborates with educators running SHSM programs to deliver Sector Partnered Experiences (SPEs) focused on innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship (ICE). These SPEs span sectors such as health and wellness, sports, hospitality and tourism, and environment, providing students with practical, real-world exposure. By engaging in activities like project-based learning, case studies, and interactive sessions, students gain valuable insights and skills that prepare them for future careers. Jason works closely with educators to ensure these experiences align with curriculum goals and help students gain valuable insights that prepare them for successful careers in their chosen fields.