Wednesday, October 2, 2019
Attention Grade 12 students interested in applying for the Horatio Alger Canadian Scholarship Program. Up to $10,000.00 each will be awarded to 170 students across Canada. Students applying to university can view some details on the Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries bulleting board outside of Student Services. Scholarship applications are due to the Program October 25, 2019.
Attention students needing to accumulate community involvement hours. Brantwood is currently looking for volunteers at their school events, fundraising events, and programs, among other things. Please see the opportunity posted on the board outside of Student Services. Brantwood also welcomes co-op placements.
Students are reminded to ensure that the community hours they accumulate are eligible according to Ministry guidelines. Hours should be for non-profit organizations and not duties that someone would normally be paid for. Hours cannot be accumulated during school hours. If you are unsure if your hours will count, please contact your guidance counsellor. The community involvement hours forms are available on the black shelving unit in Student Services and they include information on the back about eligible and ineligible activities. Again, when in doubt, ask questions.
Are you planning on graduating in June and are interested in pursuing a college education? Would you like to visit a popular college campus before committing to a school? Well look no further, Mrs. Ronson is organizing a free bus trip to Fanshawe College on Wednesday, October 16th. If you are interested, then please sign up with Mrs. Ronson in Student Services by Wednesday, October 9th.
Attention Grade 12 students looking to attend the University of Guelph in the fall. The University of Guelph has many scholarships to be awarded. They have 8 President’s Scholarships, 2 Lincoln Alexander Scholarships and 2 Chancellor’s Scholarships. Each scholarship has a value of $42,000.00 and includes a research assistantship position and mentorship by one of Guelph’s leading professors. Students much achieve a minimum 90% admission average to apply. For more information see the poster on the bulletin board outside of Student Services or go to admission.uoguelph.ca/topscholarships. Applications are due to the University of Guelph by January 27, 2020.
Attention grade 12 students looking to attend the University of Toronto next fall. The University of Toronto has a National Scholarship. This award covers tuition, incidental, and residence fees for up to four years of undergraduate study. Selection is based on superior academic performance, original and creative thought, and exceptional extra-curricular achievement in a broad context. More information is posted on the bulletin board outside of Student Services or can be obtained on www.uoft.me/national-scholarship. Applications are due to the University of Toronto by Thursday, October 24, 2019.
Please meet Mr. Perras for an important but brief swimming meeting. Juniors please meet in room 277 the foods room at the beginning of Jr. lunch and seniors please meet in room 170 the construction room at the beginning of Sr. lunch. Please bring all forms to the meeting.
