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Dr. Frank J Hayden Secondary School

Dr. Frank J Hayden Secondary School is a community-driven learning environment where every student can find their path to success.

Deeply rooted in local involvement and connection, the school fosters a strong sense of belonging while delivering exceptional student experience opportunities, within and beyond the classroom. Our diverse offering ensures that learners can explore their passions, build real-world skills and prepare for future pathways with confidence. At Milton District High School, there truly is something for every student—making it a place where potential is discovered, nurtured and celebrated.

Academics

Milton District High School offers many unique pathways for every student to pursue their passions through a wide range of class offerings and hands-on opportunities.

From woodworking and autoshop, modern science labs, to music and visual arts—including a unique in-school pottery kiln—there’s something for every interest. Modern science labs further support curiosity and discovery across disciplines.

In addition to the world-class Ontario curriculum offerings, students benefit from a wide range of specialized programs at Milton District High School.

I-STEM

The I-STEM program is a one-of-a-kind regional interdisciplinary program that provides experiential learning opportunities connecting Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM).

Developed in partnership with top universities and industry partners across the province, Milton District High School's I-STEM program invites students from all over Ontario to take part in a program that elevates critical thinking, creative problem solving, collaboration skills, presentation skills and technical abilities.

Milton District High School I-STEM students have gone on to win national competitions, secure tens of thousands of dollars in scholarships. https://youtu.be/OhaWmD6EIfw

Advanced Placement (AP)

Advanced Placement is the most widespread university preparation program in the world, recognized by universities in Canada, the United States and in over 60 countries around the world. AP courses offer university-level content to students in secondary school, allowing students to study topics in greater depth, supporting the development of strong academic skills in research, critical thinking and time management.

Milton District High School offers the Grade 9 entry AP preparatory program, AP courses and self-study model learning opportunities.

SHSM

Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM)

The Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) program is a specialized program for Grade 11 and 12 students that allows students to focus their learning on a specific economic sector while meeting the requirements to graduate from secondary school.

These programs enable students to gain sector specific skills and knowledge in engaging, career-related learning environments, and prepare in a focused way for graduation and post-secondary education, training or employment.

Milton District High School offers a broad selection of SHSM programs to their students, including: Arts & Culture: Media Production, Health and Wellness: Focus on Fitness, Motive Power and Engineering (Truck and Coach and Heavy Equipment) and an Environment ECO studies program run in association with the Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG) in Burlington.

Cocurricular

At Milton District High School, learning beyond the classroom is just as essential to the student experience. Cocurriculars give students the opportunity to find interests beyond academics that will help them shape their understanding of what post-secondary pathways may look like for them. Milton District High School offers many ways for students to engage in new and exciting opportunities, including:

Cooperative Education (Co-op)

Cooperative Education allows Milton District High School students to earn credits by applying classroom learning to real-world work placements. Partnering with businesses across Halton, students gain hands-on experience in career fields that interest them.

Co-op Education

Athletics

Milton District High School offers a dynamic athletic program spanning every season, fostering both competitive drive and personal growth. Known across the region as fierce Halton (HSSAA) competitors, the Mustangs bring grit, teamwork, and school pride to every arena—consistently challenging for regional titles.

Athletics

Clubs & Teams

Students can discover their passion, build their confidence and create unforgettable memories by getting involved in extracurricular activities. Our clubs and teams offer the perfect mix of challenge, creativity and community, and are available all year round.

Clubs & Teams

Community & Support

The move from Grade 8 to Grade 9 is a major milestone that is exciting, empowering and full of possibility. At the HDSB, we understand that starting high school is more than just a change in schedule; it's the beginning of a journey that will shape who you become, both in and beyond the classroom.

Milton District High School caring educators, dynamic programs and community is invested in every student’s success and is committed to supporting their journey from first entering grade 9 to graduation day. Our guidance and support staff are dedicated to encouraging and empowering all students as they embark on carving their own path in high school.

Guidance & Student Services

Programs & Pathways

There are five Pathways that students may choose to pursue after secondary school and they are all valued equally. They are Apprenticeship, College, Community, University and Work.

Through Pathways students are encouraged to take advantage of the opportunities provided in secondary school to know themselves, identify strengths, set educational and career goals and create a Pathways plan to achieve them. Pathways helps develop learning opportunities and programs in such a way to value all learners, all choices and all destinations.

Working independently, with their guidance counselor or with support staff, Milton District High School students are encouraged to leverage all areas of programming, both academic and cocurricular, to plan a future that fits their individualized goals and aspirations.

Spotlight on Milton District High School

valuable learning experiences taking place at Milton Distrtrict High School

Milton District High School Hosts Third Annual HDSB Rock Band Festival

Milton District High School and Abbey Park High School made waves in the agricultural technology world at the first ever Robotics Ontario Challenge, a new educational robotics competition designed to engage high school students in solving real-world problems facing modern agriculture.

HDSB schools win top honours at inaugural Robotics Student Challenge

Milton District High School and Abbey Park High School made waves in the agricultural technology world at the first ever AgRobotics Ontario Challenge, a new educational robotics competition designed to engage high school students in solving real-world problems facing modern agriculture.

A record-breaking year for Milton Mustang Brody Clark

Milton District High School’s Brody Clark has become one of Canada’s most exciting young distance runners. The Grade 12 student recently made history at the McQuaid Invitational, one of the largest and most competitive high school cross-country meets in North America.

Aldershot School Student Named 2025 Loran Scholar: Charlotte Bolduc Honoured for Character, Service and Leadership

Aldershot School’s Charlotte Bolduc has been selected as a 2025 Loran Scholar, joining an exclusive group of 36 students chosen from more than 5,000 applicants across Canada. The Loran Award is one of the country’s most prestigious undergraduate scholarships, recognizing youth who demonstrate exceptional character, service and leadership.

Samsung Solve for Tomorrow | HDSB I-STEM Students Win Top National Honours

Students from HDSB’s I-STEM program at Aldershot School and Elsie MacGill Secondary School have earned national recognition in the 2025 Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition.

Why Choose HDSB?

The Halton District School Board (HDSB) consistently performs as one of the top school boards in Ontario. Each student’s path to success looks different and at the HDSB we are committed to laying the foundation for students to pursue and be supported in their passions. We recognize that critical learning skills happen outside the classroom, which is why we strive to provide our students with a fulsome educational experience.

Whether your child is just beginning their school journey or preparing for graduation, the Halton District School Board is here to support their growth, well-being and success every step of the way.

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