GRADUATION, FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 2015

*- To Be Announced GRADUATION, FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 2015 2 Lieutenant Governor Medal Awarded to one female student and one male student in grade 11 who have demonstrated Ocean 11 Program Achievement 1 Assoc. of Professional Engineers of NS a) qualities of leadership & service in the school & community and b) commendable performance in the courses in which they are enrolled This award is given to a student who excelled in Ocean 11 nominated by Teacher The Association of Professional Engineers of Nova Scotia (APENS) presents an annual award for excellence in grade 11 Math and Sciences. 1 Queen Elizabeth Medal Gr. 12 student - a) demonstrating superior academic achievement in grades 10, 11,12; b) maintaining an outstanding record in school & community involvement. 1 Governor General Medal To the student who achieves the highest academic standing in the graduating class $125 Victoria - The Lakes Liberal Association $500 Nova Scotia Freemasons Scholarship St. Mark s Lodge, No. 35 A graduating student who is continuing his/her education and displays an active interest in both school and community activities, who does some volunteer work and who participates in school council. (Decision made by teachers.) To be eligible, the graduating student must complete an essay on The Value of Volunteering in Today s Society ; a cover letter outlining career plans, educational institution of acceptance & work/life experiences & achievements to date. (must apply) Cheque sent directly to institution in December. 1

5 @ $500 Royal Canadian Legion Branch 105, Ingonish A graduate who is a child or grandchild of a Legion member and who is pursuing post secondary education. (must apply) (Decision made by Legion members). Cheque given in January, upon proof of enrollment. $200 $200 North Highlands Elementary Home & School James Brother Milne A graduating student who attended North Highlands Elementary School and will be attending post secondary or vocational school in the fall. (must apply) (Decision made by Home & School.) ) Cheque will be given in January, after proof of enrollment. Must be a former student of Cape Smokey Elementary; have an average of at least 60%; furthering his/her education; participated in volunteer activities in or outside of school and had parental involvement in home & school. (must apply) (Decision made by Home & School) Cheque given in January upon proof of enrollment. $200 Cape Smokey Elementary In recognition of the achievements of a former student who is planning to further his or her formal education. The student, while not necessarily having the highest average, is one who has a lot of potential. (must apply) (Decision made by Cape Smokey Elementary Staff) Cheque given in January, upon proof of enrollment. $200 Public Service Alliance of Canada(P.S.A.C.) /National Component, Union Local 80016 $500 Neil s Harbour Co-op Son or daughter of a member of the local who is pursuing post secondary studies. Must write an essay. Proof of acceptance is necessary. (must apply) (Decision of union executive.) Cheque given in January, upon proof of enrollment. A graduate who is a child of a Co-op member pursuing further education and an active member of the Community. (must apply). Cheque given in January, upon proof of enrollment. 2 @ $100 Meat Cove Community Centre A graduate from Meat Cove to Ingonish who is furthering his/her education. (Decision made by Meat Cove Community Centre.) 2 @ $100 Ocean View Lodge A graduate from Meat Cove. (Decision made by Ocean View Lodge.) $500 Central Co-op, St. Margaret s Village Graduate must be pursuing further education. Student or parents must be active members in good standing at Central Co-op. Cheque given in January upon proof of second semester registration. (Decision made by Board) 2

3 @$100 St. Margaret s C.W.L. Bay St. Lawrence A graduating student from St. Margaret s of Scotland Parish; he/she must be a hard working student and willing to help out with CWL and community functions. Submit an essay answering the questions on the application. (must apply) (Decision made by CWL members.) Proof of enrollment in January. $200 St. Joseph s C.W.L., Dingwall A graduate of St. Joseph s Parish, Dingwall, who has applied to an educational institution (must apply) (Decision made by CWL committee) Cheque given in January, upon proof of enrollment. $200 St. Peter s C.W.L., Ingonish Beach, An active member of the parish in good standing and furthering their education (must apply at church). (Decision made by CWL members.) Cheque given in January, upon proof of enrollment. $100 St. Francis of Assisi C.W.L., Smelt Brook 2 @ $200 Cabot Student Council All graduates of St. Francis of Assisi Parish receive $100. (must apply) (Decision made by CWL members.) Students who showed achievement throughout the year and contributed to the school in any way. (Decision made by principal and advisor.) $100 CUPE, LOCAL 5050 Must be a child or grandchild of a current CUPE Local 5050 member (casual or regular). Also, they must be continuing their education at university or a technical, vocational or business institution. (must apply) (The decision is made by a CUPE committee.) 2 @ $250 Cabot Volunteer Fire Dept. A grade 12 graduate going on to further his/her education. (must apply) (Decision of Fire Dept. members) Cheque given in January, upon proof of enrollment. 2 @ $250 Bay St. Lawrence Fire Department A former student of Highland Consolidated School; a member or son, daughter, brother, sister of a member; must be planning to further their education; involved in some volunteer work - either in school or community. (must apply) (Decision of members) Cheque given in January, upon proof of enrollment. 1 @ $250 Ingonish Beach Volunteer Fire Department 2 @ $250 Ingonish Fire Department Ingonish Volunteer Fire Department A son/daughter or grandchild of a community fire department member or former member. (must apply) (Decision of fire members.) A son/daughter or grandchild of a community fire department member or one who is interested in pursuing a career in the Emergency Services field, fire being the first, paramedics the second or police the third. (must apply) (Decision of fire members.) Cheque given in January, upon proof of enrollment. 3

4 @$100 Neil s Harbour/New Haven Volunteer Fire Department Noah Budge Memorial- Student Council A graduating student from Neil s Harbour to White Point area who is pursuing a career in post secondary education. (must apply) Cheque will be given in January, upon proof of enrollment. Awarded to a graduating student who is friendly, has a positive attitude and is always ready to make other people smile. (Decision made by teachers) Cheque will be given upon proof of enrollment in an educational program in January. Ainsley Donovan Memorial- Student Council Awarded to a graduating student who highly values athletics and friendship, and is well respected by peers and team mates. (Decision made by teachers) Cheque will be given upon proof of enrollment in an educational program in January. 2 @ $250 Robert Gwynn Memorial One bursary is to a graduate furthering his/her education in trucking, mechanics, welding, or construction. A second goes to a graduate who is furthering his/her education. (must apply) (Decision made by family) Cheque given in January upon proof of enrollment. $100 Nicholas Smith Memorial 2 @ $250 John John Fraser Memorial Awarded to a hard working, easy going and friendly student who attended Neil s Harbour Elementary. (Decision of family) Awarded to a Snow Mobiler (Decision of family) Ainsley Donovan Memorial A graduating student continuing on to post secondary studies and has been a member of either the basketball or soccer team. (Decision made by family) $200 Wilson & Barbara Donovan Memorial 2 @ $100 Frank Donovan Memorial -Family A graduating student from Ingonish who is proficient in Math and is continuing his/her education at community college or university. (Decision of teachers) A graduate who is furthering his/her education and who is kind and considerate to fellow classmates. (must apply) (Decision of family) 4

Duncan Thomas MacKinnon Memorial Family Cabot High graduate. (Decision of family) $100 Tanya Lee Pearson Memorial Family $100 Shirley Buffett Memorial Highland Manor A graduate who is good natured, friendly and gets along well with others; who is determined and hardworking with a good sense of humour. (Decision of family) A student going into the nursing profession (RN or LPN), may be given to a graduate going into an associated program. Proof of education necessary. (Decision made by Manor.) 2 @ $100 Keats & Cora Lee Doucette Memorial Family One girl and One boy who do not necessarily have the highest marks, but have showed initiative to work hard and do well (Decision of teachers) 2 @ $500 Lindsay Rogers Memorial Community $250 Brandon MacDonald Memorial Family Students must apply by writing an essay telling what their goals are and how they plan to achieve them. (must apply) (Decision made by committee) Cheque given in January, upon proof of enrollment. A graduate furthering his/her education. Preference given to applicants who have an interest in computers, mechanics or child study. (must apply) (Decision of donors of bursary) Cheque given in February, upon proof of registration. $200 Joan Whitty Memorial - Family A graduate furthering his/her education. (must apply) (Decision made by family) $100 Vaughan Sams Memorial Family A graduating student furthering his/her education. (must apply.) (Decision of family) 2 @ 100 Kay & Rita Family A graduating student. (Decision made by family) $100 Nadine Arsenault Memorial A graduating student furthering his/her education; interested or going into a science field, or has been a skier. (Decision made by Teachers) 5

$1000 Vince Ryan Memorial Scholarship Awarded to a graduate with an academic average of above 70%, who will be pursuing a post secondary education. Applicants must complete an essay summarizing their career goals, non-academic attributes, and what this scholarship would mean to them. (must apply) (Decision made by committee) 2 @ $250 Scotiabank A graduate who is pursuing post secondary studies in business or another program; must have good communication skills, a minimum average of 60% and tell briefly about their community involvement, including volunteer work, extra curricular activities, and summer employment. (must apply) (Decision of Scotiabank.) Cheque given in January, upon proof of registration. Sydney Credit Union A graduating student who plans to further his/her education; eligible applicants or parent/ Guardians must meet requirements set by Sydney Credit Union. 2 @ $250 RCMP 2 @ $100 Bay St. Lawrence Community Centre Graduate furthering his/her education at the college or university level, including a law enforcement academy. He/She must be of good character and be active in the school or community. First consideration is given to any student entering the policing, corrections or social development fields. Must write essay identifying a social issue in the community and how it could be addressed by the youth, community and the police (must apply) (Decision made by RCMP) Cheque given in January, upon proof of enrollment. A graduate from the areas of Sugar Loaf to Meat Cove who will be attending a post secondary institution; not based on marks only; background of volunteering. (must apply) (Decision of staff at Centre) Cheque given in January, upon proof of enrollment. $300 Bay St. Lawrence Harbour Authority 2 @$100 Bay St. Lawrence Women s Fishnet Son or daughter of a member of the Harbour Authority who plans to continue his/her education. (must apply) (Decision of committee) Cheque given in January, upon proof of enrollment. A graduate continuing his/her education. Preference is given to those whose relatives are active members of the Fishnet and to students who are active in their communities providing environmentally friendly initiatives. (must apply (Decision of committee) $200 East Coast Rope A student who contributes positively to school life and is successful in both academic and extracurricular activities. (Decision of teachers) 6

$1000 Highland Pharmasave Live Well A graduating student who is attending a post-secondary institution and studying towards a health-related career. Must write an essay. (must apply) (Decision of Pharmasave staff) Cheques given in September, and January, upon proof of enrollment. 2 @ 250 1 male/ 1 female $500 Cape North Farmers Market Victoria County Community Health Board Student must be furthering their education. Preference will be given to students with a demonstrated interest & involvement in activities of relevance to the interests of the Farmers Market. (must apply). ( Decision by teachers) A graduating student who is enrolling in an academic or vocational study program; must write an essay answering three specific questions. (must apply) Decision of Health Board. Cheque by end of summer. (CHEQUE MAILED DIRECTLY TO STUDENT) $500 Victoria County Municipal $500 Cabot Trail Relay Association Successful student will have demonstrated community involvement during their high school years, is an active community volunteer and is pursuing further education. (must apply) Cheque given in January upon proof of enrollment. Applicant should be involved in a healthy, active lifestyle either as part of a team, individual or recreational sport, not necessarily competitive. Must also demonstrate an active involvement in community volunteer work. Must write essay. (must apply) (Decision of principal and guidance counsellor) Cabot Teachers Criteria and decision made by Cabot teachers. NSTU Northside Victoria Scholarship A graduating student who is a son or daughter of a teacher who teaches in the Northside-Victoria Local. Based on four criteria (need, academic achievement, school activities, community activities). A cheque will be awarded after proof of attendance from their institution of study prior to January 31 st of the first Academic year. (Decision of NSTU selection committee.) Cabot Trail Lions Club Scholarships A graduate involved in school and community; academic achievement. (must apply) (Decision made by Lions committee) Cheque given in January. 7

$1000 Cape Breton-Victoria Regional Scholarship Student must be furthering his/her education. A cheque of $500 will be given in September and another cheque of $500 in January. (Decision made by teachers) $350 NSTU Northside-Victoria Local A graduating student who is a son or daughter of a teacher who teaches in the Northside-Victoria Local. (Decision made by Teachers.) $1000 Victoria Co-op Fisheries Scholarship Son/daughter of a member or employee. (must apply) (Decision of the Board of Directors) Cheque given in January, upon proof of enrollment. 8