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School Board Awards
The Director of Education Award for Academic Perseverance
1. Demonstrated perseverance throughout their secondary education, in order to achieve academic success for an OSS diploma, including the community service component.
2. Have demonstrated courage and determination while facing and overcoming adversity.
A bursary of $1500 and a certificate to one student from each Catholic High School
The Director of Education Graduate Student Award
1. Achieved a high academic average in their Grade 11 and Grade 12 subjects.
2. Completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma, including the community service component.
3. Consistently demonstrated positive social attitudes throughout his/her years of high school.
4. Consistently exemplified the expectations of the Ontario Catholic School Graduate.
5. A self-directed, responsible, lifelong learner who develops and demonstrates his/her God-given potential.
6. A caring, individual who attends to family, school, parish and the wider community.
7. Accepted at a university or college.
A bursary of $1650 and a certificate to one student from each Catholic High School.
The Catholic Graduate Expectations Award is to honour a Catholic graduate from each high school based on the following considerations:
1. Participated in school, community and parish initiatives throughout their high school career that have enhanced the character of the Catholic Graduate.
2. Attained a minimum 75% average and has completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma including the community service component.
3. Demonstrated the distinctive expectations as delineated in the Catholic Graduate Expectations document. He or she is expected to be; a discerning believer; a collaborative contributor; a caring family member; a self-directed, responsible, lifelong learner; a responsible citizen; an effective communicator; and a reflective, creative and holistic thinker.
A bursary of $1,150 accompanied by an individual certificate to one student from each Catholic High School.
Ottawa Catholic Trustee Service Award is to honour a Catholic graduate from each high school based on the following considerations:
1. Demonstrated extensive service in school activities for a minimum of three years.
2. Demonstrated service in the community and/or fundraising involvement.
3. Taken initiative and demonstrated leadership.
4. Completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma, including the community service component.
A bursary of $1650 and a certificate to one student from each Catholic High School.
The Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program Award is to be awarded to a grade 12 graduating student with particular focus, but without limiting such focus will be given to students who:
1. Demonstrated a special dedication to pursuing a career in the skilled trades.
2. Attained outstanding achievement in the view of their employers and cooperative education teachers.
3. Demonstrated a well-rounded achievement in their education and community involvement.
4. Attained outstanding achievement in the context of economic, cultural or social barriers.
5. Completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma, including the community service component.
A bursary of $1,000 and a certificate to one student from each Catholic High School.
The Pathways to Success - Destination Employability Award is to be awarded to a grade 12 graduating student with particular focus, but without limiting such focus will be given to students who:
1. Demonstrated special dedication to pursuing a career directly after high school.
2. Attained outstanding achievement in view of their employers and cooperative education teachers.
3. Demonstrated a well-rounded achievement in their education and community involvement.
4. Been successful in their chosen pathway.
5. Completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma, or an OSS Certificate and demonstrated a special talent for their chosen pathway.
A bursary of $500 and a certificate to one student from each Catholic High School
The Walking Towards Reconciliation Award is to be awarded to a grade 12 graduating student based on the following considerations:
1. Demonstrated empathy and understanding of the context, culture, perspectives, or history regarding Canada’s Indigenous peoples.
2. Involved with an initiative, project or event that has tried to encourage reconciliation.
3. Demonstrated through their daily actions and behaviours an appreciation of the value of Indigenous cultures to Canadian society.
Note: Both Indigenous and non-Indigenous students are eligible for this award. It is an asset to have taken an Indigenous Studies course.
A bursary of $1,000 and a certificate to one student from each Catholic High School.
Be Community Award- “By our works we show our faith” James 2:18
The Volunteer Community Service Hours Award to be awarded to a grade 12 graduating student based on the following considerations:
1. Completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma, including the community service component.
2. Included the total number of volunteer community service hours accumulated.
3. Experienced a variety of activities in these volunteer community service hours.
A bursary of $100 and a certificate to one student from each Catholic High School and entry into the school board competition for a $1000 award plus $1000 to a charity of the student's choice.
The Archbishop’s Award for Catholic Leadership is to be awarded to a grade 12 graduating student based on the following considerations:
1. Exemplifies dedication to spiritual and social growth within his/her parish.
2. Participated in school and parish events that have enhanced the identity of the Catholic High School.
3. Completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma, including the community service component.
The candidate will submit a letter of support from his/her parish priest and his/her school chaplain to the School-Based Awards Committee.
A bursary of $500 and a certificate to one student from each Catholic High School.
OCSB Inspire Award is a $500 award sponsored by multiple donors including Deloitte and Kanata Forming LTD. The successful candidate will be a graduating student in an Inclusion, DE or ECL program who was eligible for "school to 21" programs. The following are criteria when selecting your recipient for the student bursary:
1. A student who has displayed a positive attitude towards his or her studies.
2. A student who has demonstrated good citizenship through a positive contribution
to life at school and/or in the community.
3. A student who is planning to move into a supported work placement in the community.
The Edward J. Cuhaci & Associates Architects Award is to be awarded to a grade 12 graduating student based on the following considerations:
1. Planning to take a post-secondary program in the design/architectural studies field, college or university.
2. Achievement in design/architectural related courses in high school.
3. A portfolio, consisting of a minimum of three (3) submissions in the design area (i.e. computer design, artistic design or other related fields).
4. Completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma, including the community service component.
An award of $1000 will be made to one secondary graduate student from one OCSB high school.
Shepherd's of Good Hope
Has directly benefited community members who access Shepherds of Good Hope services (e.g.volunteering at Shepherds of Good Hope through your school, food drives specifically for Shepherds of Good Hope, making sandwiches specifically for Shepherds of Good Hope etc., third party events that directly benefit Shepherds of Good Hope).
Has positively impacted the community by volunteering their time at school or in the community.
Has completed all the requirements for obtaining an Ottawa Secondary School Diploma.
An award of $500 will be made to one secondary graduate student from one OCSB high school.
The Your Credit Union for Overall Achievement Award is to be awarded to a grade 12 graduating student based on the following considerations:
1. Demonstrated strong work ethic, community or school involvement.
2. Have financial need for assistance to pursue his/her education goals whether at college or university level.
One award of $1000 will be provided to a graduating student one secondary graduate student from one OCSB high school.
The Ashfield Community Involvement Award is to be awarded to a grade 12 graduating student based on the following considerations:
1. Completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma with a minimum 70% average, including the community service component.
2. Accepted for studies at a College or University.
3. Have significant financial challenges associated with continuing their post-secondary pathway.
A bursary of $3,000 and a certificate to one student from each of nine (9) Catholic High Schools.
The National Bank of Canada Award is to be awarded to a grade 12 graduating student based on the following considerations:
1. Completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma, including the community service component.
2. Student plans to take a post-secondary program in college or university.
One award of $1250 will be provided to a secondary graduate student from two OCSB high schools each.
The Mike Baine Award is to be awarded to a grade 12 graduating student based on the following considerations:
1. Completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma, including the community service component.
2. A student who puts people first, who lifts others up, who sets and achieves ambitious goals, who pushes through adversity with a positive spirit, who is dedicated to volunteerism, and who embraces life fully, wholly and with the greatest joy and optimism.
A bursary of a minimum of $10,000, an award and a certificate to one student.
Please remember to fill out the Community Awards form linked in the Google Slides presentation to be eligible for the Community Awards. No other application is required for Community Awards.
The Director of Education Award for Academic Perseverance
1. Demonstrated perseverance throughout their secondary education, in order to achieve academic success for an OSS diploma, including the community service component.
2. Have demonstrated courage and determination while facing and overcoming adversity.
A bursary of $1500 and a certificate to one student from each Catholic High School
The Director of Education Graduate Student Award
1. Achieved a high academic average in their Grade 11 and Grade 12 subjects.
2. Completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma, including the community service component.
3. Consistently demonstrated positive social attitudes throughout his/her years of high school.
4. Consistently exemplified the expectations of the Ontario Catholic School Graduate.
5. A self-directed, responsible, lifelong learner who develops and demonstrates his/her God-given potential.
6. A caring, individual who attends to family, school, parish and the wider community.
7. Accepted at a university or college.
A bursary of $1650 and a certificate to one student from each Catholic High School.
The Catholic Graduate Expectations Award is to honour a Catholic graduate from each high school based on the following considerations:
1. Participated in school, community and parish initiatives throughout their high school career that have enhanced the character of the Catholic Graduate.
2. Attained a minimum 75% average and has completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma including the community service component.
3. Demonstrated the distinctive expectations as delineated in the Catholic Graduate Expectations document. He or she is expected to be; a discerning believer; a collaborative contributor; a caring family member; a self-directed, responsible, lifelong learner; a responsible citizen; an effective communicator; and a reflective, creative and holistic thinker.
A bursary of $1,150 accompanied by an individual certificate to one student from each Catholic High School.
Ottawa Catholic Trustee Service Award is to honour a Catholic graduate from each high school based on the following considerations:
1. Demonstrated extensive service in school activities for a minimum of three years.
2. Demonstrated service in the community and/or fundraising involvement.
3. Taken initiative and demonstrated leadership.
4. Completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma, including the community service component.
A bursary of $1650 and a certificate to one student from each Catholic High School.
The Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program Award is to be awarded to a grade 12 graduating student with particular focus, but without limiting such focus will be given to students who:
1. Demonstrated a special dedication to pursuing a career in the skilled trades.
2. Attained outstanding achievement in the view of their employers and cooperative education teachers.
3. Demonstrated a well-rounded achievement in their education and community involvement.
4. Attained outstanding achievement in the context of economic, cultural or social barriers.
5. Completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma, including the community service component.
A bursary of $1,000 and a certificate to one student from each Catholic High School.
The Pathways to Success - Destination Employability Award is to be awarded to a grade 12 graduating student with particular focus, but without limiting such focus will be given to students who:
1. Demonstrated special dedication to pursuing a career directly after high school.
2. Attained outstanding achievement in view of their employers and cooperative education teachers.
3. Demonstrated a well-rounded achievement in their education and community involvement.
4. Been successful in their chosen pathway.
5. Completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma, or an OSS Certificate and demonstrated a special talent for their chosen pathway.
A bursary of $500 and a certificate to one student from each Catholic High School
The Walking Towards Reconciliation Award is to be awarded to a grade 12 graduating student based on the following considerations:
1. Demonstrated empathy and understanding of the context, culture, perspectives, or history regarding Canada’s Indigenous peoples.
2. Involved with an initiative, project or event that has tried to encourage reconciliation.
3. Demonstrated through their daily actions and behaviours an appreciation of the value of Indigenous cultures to Canadian society.
Note: Both Indigenous and non-Indigenous students are eligible for this award. It is an asset to have taken an Indigenous Studies course.
A bursary of $1,000 and a certificate to one student from each Catholic High School.
Be Community Award- “By our works we show our faith” James 2:18
The Volunteer Community Service Hours Award to be awarded to a grade 12 graduating student based on the following considerations:
1. Completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma, including the community service component.
2. Included the total number of volunteer community service hours accumulated.
3. Experienced a variety of activities in these volunteer community service hours.
A bursary of $100 and a certificate to one student from each Catholic High School and entry into the school board competition for a $1000 award plus $1000 to a charity of the student's choice.
The Archbishop’s Award for Catholic Leadership is to be awarded to a grade 12 graduating student based on the following considerations:
1. Exemplifies dedication to spiritual and social growth within his/her parish.
2. Participated in school and parish events that have enhanced the identity of the Catholic High School.
3. Completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma, including the community service component.
The candidate will submit a letter of support from his/her parish priest and his/her school chaplain to the School-Based Awards Committee.
A bursary of $500 and a certificate to one student from each Catholic High School.
OCSB Inspire Award is a $500 award sponsored by multiple donors including Deloitte and Kanata Forming LTD. The successful candidate will be a graduating student in an Inclusion, DE or ECL program who was eligible for "school to 21" programs. The following are criteria when selecting your recipient for the student bursary:
1. A student who has displayed a positive attitude towards his or her studies.
2. A student who has demonstrated good citizenship through a positive contribution
to life at school and/or in the community.
3. A student who is planning to move into a supported work placement in the community.
The Edward J. Cuhaci & Associates Architects Award is to be awarded to a grade 12 graduating student based on the following considerations:
1. Planning to take a post-secondary program in the design/architectural studies field, college or university.
2. Achievement in design/architectural related courses in high school.
3. A portfolio, consisting of a minimum of three (3) submissions in the design area (i.e. computer design, artistic design or other related fields).
4. Completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma, including the community service component.
An award of $1000 will be made to one secondary graduate student from one OCSB high school.
Shepherd's of Good Hope
Has directly benefited community members who access Shepherds of Good Hope services (e.g.volunteering at Shepherds of Good Hope through your school, food drives specifically for Shepherds of Good Hope, making sandwiches specifically for Shepherds of Good Hope etc., third party events that directly benefit Shepherds of Good Hope).
Has positively impacted the community by volunteering their time at school or in the community.
Has completed all the requirements for obtaining an Ottawa Secondary School Diploma.
An award of $500 will be made to one secondary graduate student from one OCSB high school.
The Your Credit Union for Overall Achievement Award is to be awarded to a grade 12 graduating student based on the following considerations:
1. Demonstrated strong work ethic, community or school involvement.
2. Have financial need for assistance to pursue his/her education goals whether at college or university level.
One award of $1000 will be provided to a graduating student one secondary graduate student from one OCSB high school.
The Ashfield Community Involvement Award is to be awarded to a grade 12 graduating student based on the following considerations:
1. Completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma with a minimum 70% average, including the community service component.
2. Accepted for studies at a College or University.
3. Have significant financial challenges associated with continuing their post-secondary pathway.
A bursary of $3,000 and a certificate to one student from each of nine (9) Catholic High Schools.
The National Bank of Canada Award is to be awarded to a grade 12 graduating student based on the following considerations:
1. Completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma, including the community service component.
2. Student plans to take a post-secondary program in college or university.
One award of $1250 will be provided to a secondary graduate student from two OCSB high schools each.
The Mike Baine Award is to be awarded to a grade 12 graduating student based on the following considerations:
1. Completed all the requirements for obtaining an OSS diploma, including the community service component.
2. A student who puts people first, who lifts others up, who sets and achieves ambitious goals, who pushes through adversity with a positive spirit, who is dedicated to volunteerism, and who embraces life fully, wholly and with the greatest joy and optimism.
A bursary of a minimum of $10,000, an award and a certificate to one student.
Please remember to fill out the Community Awards form linked in the Google Slides presentation to be eligible for the Community Awards. No other application is required for Community Awards.
