The Silverthorn name, in coming from the Somerset/Wiltshire county areas of Southwest England, have this surname originating from the Holy Thorn of Glastonbury.

Researchers of this surname state that there are more Silverthorn's in the Toronto white pages and surrounding cemeteries than any other area in the world.

In 1968-69 the school was doubled in size, with the addition of an auditorium, the library, science labs and technical and business areas.

Sports included: Basketball, Hockey, Gymnastics, Swimming, Rowing, Soccer, Football, Track & Field, Tennis, Volleyball, Baseball, Skiing and much more.

SHSM also assists in the transitions to college, apprenticeship, university and the workplace by allowing students to learn hands-on, with creative liberty.

Furthermore, students completing the SHSM programme will earn an 'Arts and Culture' designation on their Ontario Secondary School Diploma as recognition of their hard-work and achievement.