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2015 Graduation Information Handout
April 27, 2015
Graduation Ceremony – Thursday. June 25 at 7:00 p.m.
Requirements
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30 credits – 18 compulsory & 12 optional
Pass the OSSLT (Literacy Test)
40 hours of community service – deadline to submit hours is Friday, May 29, 2015
Potential grad list is posted on the bulletin board beside the main office – check to make sure you are on the list –
if you think you are graduating and your name is not on the list see Mr. St. Amant or Dr. Deneka. If ** is beside
your name, you do not have your 40 community hours completed. A listing of community involvement
opportunities can be found at www.communityreach.ca. Remember to check the bulletin board outside of
Guidance and listen to the morning announcements.
Scholarship Information
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Application form is attached and will be in the Guidance Office and on the school website
List of Scholarships & Awards is attached and is also available in the Guidance office and on the school website
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Scholarship Applications due in the Guidance office – Friday, May 8
Gown Order Forms
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Graduates must have a gown to participate
You will keep both your cap & gown as a souvenir
Order form is attached and are also available in the Guidance office
Order form is due in the Guidance office by Friday, May 8th
Cash online payment must be completed by Friday, May 8th
Valedictorian Procedures
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Only graduating students are eligible for nomination
Nomination information and form is attached
Candidates must be nominated, have a student and 2 teachers second the nomination
A committee of the teaching staff will meet to review the nominations and shortlist the candidates
Short-listed candidates will be invited to let their name stand
Only members of the graduating class vote
If a clear majority is not determined, the bottom candidate(s) are removed from the ballot and subsequent votes
are held
Due date for Valedictorian nominations to be returned to the Guidance Office by Friday, May 8th
Voting process for Valedictorian
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Program Cover Selection
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Program cover submissions will be on display board beside the main office window from May 11 - 14
th Vote:Thursday, May 14 in the board room during lunch
Prom Information
Prom will be on Friday May 22@ Best Western Highland Inn – See Ms. Marion or Mrs. Carter for information
Grad Lunch
Monday, June 15 is the date of the Grad lunch, students who have completed the following: 40 Community Involvement
hours, potential 30 credits, and have successfully completed the OSSLT designation are eligible to attend. Please sign up
in the Guidance Office by Thursday June 11.
Next Grad Information Handout – Assembly Monday, June 8th @ 9:00 am
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Grad Lunch
Student Information Cards
Invitations
Grad Ceremony procedures
Midland Secondary School
To all Graduating Students
Attached is a list of awards and scholarships which we anticipate will be presented at this year’s graduation. The name of the award/scholarship, a
brief outline of the criteria required to qualify and the monetary value of each award is listed. You can only apply for the awards marked with
“**Apply”. You must complete all sections on the application form. Please note that some of the awards require that you apply directly to the donor,
and that either an essay or an application form be submitted by a specific date. Contact the office for specific due dates.
Please note that some of the scholarships are awarded with a Conditional Letter. This means that a tuition receipt from a post-secondary institution
confirming your registration must be presented to the office before you can be issued the value of the scholarship. If you wish to apply for any of
these or want more information about any of the awards and scholarships, please, see Mr. Dallos in the Guidance Office. Application form is
attached.
ANTICIPATED Awards & Scholarships June 2015
CRITERIA
SPECIAL AWARD
Academic Achievement
Award in Memory of Boyd
Jamieson
Ambitious Activist Award
**Apply
Bill Barnett Award
**Apply
Bayport Lodge #249
Citizenship Award
**Apply
1st
Beausoleil Nation’s
Academic Achievement
Award
Bondar Nursing Award
** Apply
Eunice BUCK Memorial
Award sponsored by Community
Living Huronia
**Apply
Carquest Award
Chin & Orr Work Ethic Award
in Memory of Susan Orr
Community Living Huronia
Award
Robert Davenport Award
**Apply
Education Directors’ Award
Ferguson Barristers Award
** Apply
R.C. Gauthier Award
General Mills Award
Georgian Bay General
Hospital Award
** Apply
Georgian Bay Native
Friendship Centre Award
AMOUNT
PAID IN
2014
Awarded to the top Beausoleil First Nation graduate who has attained the highest overall average
proceeding to post-secondary, either university or college.
$250.00
Awarded to a student who maintains excellent academic standing, has demonstrated leadership in a
minimum of 3 school clubs/committees and made significant contributions to
humanitarian/environmental endeavours in both the school and the community throughout their years at
MSS. Preference for future studies in the environment.
Awarded to a graduate proceeding to post-secondary education who has contributed to extra-curricular
life at MSS and who possesses qualities such as caring, understanding and a desire to help others.
Awarded to a graduate who is pursuing a post-secondary education at a Canadian College or
University. The award is presented to the individual who, in the opinion of the faculty of MSS:
• Is actively involved in the life of the community either inside or outside of school
• Shows genuine concern for the well being of others as illustrated by active assistance to
those in need, and
• Maintains the highest level of integrity and respect when interacting with staff, fellow students,
and others within the community
Awarded to the top Beausoleil 1st Nation’s graduate who has attained the highest overall average
proceeding to post-secondary, either to university or college.
$200.00l
The aim is to help compassionate students entering the nursing field through financial assistance. The
grant will be based on a balance of marks and need with the intent of the student to remain in Huronia
after graduation. The applicant should demonstrate commitment for community service.
Awarded to a graduate proceeding to post-secondary education and planning to work in the field of
developmental services.
$200.00
Awarded to a graduate who has excelled in the grade 12 Transportation course and has achieved the
highest overall mark.
Awarded to a graduate who possesses qualities similar to that of the late Susan Orr; dedication,
determination, kindness, humility and courage.
Awarded to a Life Skill graduate who has demonstrated good academic skills, attendance and
participation in the overall life of the school throughout their career at MSS.
$50.00 gift
certificate
$250.00
Awarded to one male and one female graduate with a minimum of 6 grade 12U/M who has maintained
first or second class academic standing and who has contributed to extra-curricular life.
Awarded to a Beausoleil First Nation graduate pursuing a post-secondary education in Police
Foundation.
Awarded to a graduate with a high academic standing pursuing a law related career.
$100.00
each
$150.00
Awarded to the top graduate whose majority of their Grade 12 program was taken at the College Level.
Awarded to a graduate who has achieved the highest marks in 2 senior English courses
Awarded to a graduate proceeding to post-secondary in the field of health sciences
Plaque
$150.00
$200.00
Awarded to a First Nations graduate with the highest overall average.
$50.00
plaque
$500.00
$250.00
Conditional
$100.00
$600.00
Conditional
Plaque only
$100.00
SPECIAL AWARD
CRITERIA
AMOUNT
PAID IN
2014
Governor General’s Bronze
Academic Medal
Top Ontario Scholar. Awarded to a graduate who achieves the highest average upon graduation from a
secondary school.
$50.00
Graffiti Art Award
Hacker Gignac Rice Award in
memory of Dave Hudson
**Apply
Huronia Players Award
Deadline to apply: May 31/12
**Apply Separately
See info attached
Independent Order of Odd
Fellows Award
** Apply
Paul Jagos Memorial
Scholarship
**Apply
Jilesen Family Bursary
** Apply
T.J. Johnston Memorial
Shield
Johnstone Music Land Award
Awarded to a graduate student who has attained the highest mark in Applied Design.
Awarded to a graduate proceeding to post-secondary education who has exhibited strength of
character, high standards & commitment to excellence.
$250.00
$300.00
Awarded to a graduate from one of five area high schools, who has been active in the area of the
performing arts, ie. music and drama, and who is proceeding to post-secondary education in that field.
This is not limited to performers but can include technicians.
$200.00
Awarded to one female/one male graduate proceeding to post-secondary education, who have
maintained good academic standing and who intend to pursue a career in the trades
Awarded to a graduate who has completed one or more technical subjects and who has participated in
extra-curricular activities.
Awarded to financially assist compassionate student(s) entering post-secondary education in the health
sciences field.
Top student in each grade
$100.00 ea.
Awarded to a male and one female graduate music student who have consistently achieved high
results in Music, been actively involved in many aspects of the Music Dept. and have shared their
musical achievements and abilities with their community.
Awarded to a graduate who is proceeding to post-secondary education and who has contributed to the
Music program at MSS and who intends to pursue musical interests.
Awarded to a graduate in recognition of exemplary student involvement in the community.
$50.00 ea.
Awarded to a graduate who has completed a minimum of 2 Business credits and who intends to
continue his/her post-secondary studies in Business.
Awarded to a graduate with the highest mark in 12U French.
Awarded to a female graduate proceeding to post-secondary education in the business field.
$400.00
Awarded to a graduate proceeding to post-secondary education in a social service field who has
demonstrated through volunteering, an interest and aptitude in this field.
Awarded to a graduate proceeding to post-secondary who has promoted the interests and betterment
of MSS and the local community, as an active volunteer throughout their years at MSS.
Awarded to the most deserving graduate, who in his or her graduating year, took the majority of his/her
courses at the Workplace Level.
Awarded to a graduate who has the highest total marks in three 12U Mathematics and 12U Physics,
taken for the first time.
Awarded to a graduate with a strong academic record who has made a significant contribution to the
extra-curricular activities of M.S.S. and the community.
Awarded to a graduate proceeding to post-secondary education to pursue studies in a social service
field (DSW children/youth worker, studies in autism).
Awarded to graduating science and math student (no more than 2) who is involved to the point that they
take any new idea taught one step further. They always ask “what if’ and explore.
Awarded to a graduate proceeding to post-secondary education in business or engineering who has
contributed to extra-curricular activities that encourage leadership and organizational abilities.
Awarded to a graduate who is pursuing a career in business or entrepreneurship.
$500.00
Awarded to a graduate who can demonstrate that they are pursuing a career in a skilled trade or an
apprenticeship program.
$250.00
Awarded to a Beausoleil First Nation graduate pursuing a post-secondary education in Science or
Engineering
Awarded to a student who has demonstrated strong leadership ability through his/her involvement in
school activities.
$150.00
**Apply
Knox Presbyterian Church
Award
**Apply
Lt. Governor’s Community
Volunteer Award
Tom McCullough Memorial
Scholarship
**Apply
Grace McMullen Scholarship
Midland & District Business
Women’s Association Award
**Apply
Midland District Shrine Club
Award
**Apply
MSS 100th Anniversary
Volunteer Award
** Apply
MSS Award of Excellence
MSS Centennial Scholarship
Midland Y’s Men’s Club
Award
**Apply
Mikey’s Place for Autism
Award
**Apply
Moonshadow Award
**Apply
The Moss Family Scholarship
**Apply
NEBS Entrepreneurship
Award
**Apply
NSCFDC - North Simcoe
Community Futures
Development Corp. **Apply
Northern Waterworks Award
Ontario Principals’ Council
Award for Student Leadership
Bronze
medal
$250.00
$700.00
Plaque
$100.00
Medal
$250.00
$500.00
$300.00
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$50.00
$150.00
$200.00
$250.00
$600.00
$1000.00
$500.00
Plaque/certi
ficate
CRITERIA
SPECIAL AWARD
O.S.S.T.F. AWARD
**Apply
OSAID Award
Quota Club Award
** Apply
Raytheon Elcan Optical
Technologies Award
Helen REDMAN Award
**Apply
Stanley REDMAN Award
**Apply
Jas ROBERTS Art Award
Royal Canadian Legion, Br.80
- Bill Gibson Memorial Award
**Apply
Service Above Self Award Rotary Club of Midland
**Apply Separately
Student Council Award
Student Council Award for
School Citizenship
**Apply
Tech Design Award
Technological Performance
Award sponsored by North
Simcoe Tool & Manufacturing
Sheila TIDY Memorial Award
**Apply
M.P. Bruce Stanton Award
John Stout Arcade Jory
Guardian Pharmacy Memorial
Award
Town of Midland Award
**Apply
Township of Tay Award
Valedictorian
Villa Care Centre Award
**Apply
‘Toots’ & Jean Wallace
Memorial Scholarship
**Apply
Waypoint Centre for Mental
Health Care
** Apply
John Weel Memorial Award
sponsored by Midland/
AMOUNT
PAID IN
2014
Awarded to one male and one female graduate proceeding to post-secondary education who have
maintained 1st class honours and have contributed to extra-curricular life at MSS.
Awarded to a graduate who has been involved for a minimum of 2 years in the OSAID group. The
student will have demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities with the result of raising awareness of
the dangers of driving while impaired.
$150.00 ea.
Awarded to a graduate who is planning on pursuing a post-secondary education in health sciences or
social services.
Awarded to a graduate who is proceeding to post-secondary education with the highest mark in senior
Physics, taken for the first time.
Awarded to assist a graduate seeking a career in Visual Arts, Music or Horticulture.
$400.00
Awarded to a graduate pursuing journalism studies or for studies that lead to a career in journalism.
$300.00
Is presented to a graduate who is proceeding to post-secondary education who has displayed
proficiency and talent in applied design and/or fine art and who has, in their last 2 years at M.S.S.
participated in extra-curricular activities
Awarded to a graduate proceeding to post-secondary education who has demonstrated good
citizenship.
$150.00
$1000.00
$300.00
$500.00
Awarded to a graduate proceeding to post-secondary education who has maintained good academic
standing and shown leadership ability in extra-curricular activities.
Separate application will be available in the main office mid-May – see info attached
Awarded to Student Council members who have made a major contribution to student activities at MSS
by their participation in Student Council during this school year.
Awarded to a graduate proceeding to post-secondary education who has actively participated and
contributed to a variety of student activities over a period of no fewer than 3 years.
(Payable upon entering post-sec. & Jan. 10 of following year if recipient is in good standing)
Awarded to a graduate who is going into an apprenticeship program or pursuing post-secondary studies
in a trade.
Awarded to a graduate dedicated to a chosen technological field; who has exhibited exceptional skills in
design and performance and has obtained excellence on a particular project.
$1500.00
Awarded to a graduate proceeding to a Business or Computer Studies program at a College of Applied
Arts & Technology who has shown a commitment to excellence in all aspects of his/her secondary
school activities.
Presented to a student who has excelled in History, Humanities, or Law or pursuing a career in a similar
field
Presented to an honours student pursuing a career in Science and has given back to his/her community
through volunteering.
$200.00
Awarded to a graduate proceeding to post-secondary education who has demonstrated leadership
qualities by being involved in student government for 2 years while maintaining good academic
standing.
Awarded to the graduate proceeding to post-secondary education who has achieved the highest mark
in 12U Family Studies.
•Honour student for past 2 years and has obtained mid-year honours or Ontario Scholarship for the
current year •Must be a graduating or graduated •Good citizen of MSS •Eligible for award once• Taking
a minimum of 3 credits in this school year
Awarded to a graduate who possesses a desire and initiative to enroll in post-secondary studies within
the Health Science discipline.
Awarded to a female graduate in the College or Workplace Destination Courses who has contributed to
school life through her participation in athletics and the school community. This student has also
demonstrated dedication, hard work, good attendance and commitment to the community.
Awarded to a graduate who has excelled in overall academic achievement and is entering college or
university to study in the health related field (ie nursing, medicine, social work, occupational therapy, etc.)
$750.00
Awarded to a graduate who has excelled in construction technological studies and is pursuing postsecondary education or a career in this field.
$500.00
$500.00
$100.00
$100.00
$100.00
$750.00
$200.00
$100.00
Large
trophy
$100.00
$500.00
Female
$200.00
CRITERIA
SPECIAL AWARD
Penetang Builders Assoc.
**Apply
May Williams Barber
Scholarship
York Family Award
AMOUNT
PAID IN
2014
Awarded to a graduate who has attained the highest mark in Dramatic Arts.
$100.00
School
trophy
Awarded to a Life Skills graduate who has contributed in a positive manner to extra-curricular life at
MSS.
$100.00
**Application forms for the following awards
are available in the Guidance Office**
Atherton Financial
Group Inc. Bursary
Awarded to a graduate intending to continue their education at a four year college or university,
pursing a degree in Business Administration – Finance or Economics. Consideration will be
given to academic achievement and the submission of a short essay.
Sarah Burke Memorial
Award
Apply by Monday, May 25th
Awarded to a graduate student proceeding to post-secondary education who
$500.00
exemplifies the virtues practiced by Sarah Burke: innovation, a fierce work ethic
Conditional
and kindness. Consideration is given for athletic participation.
Huronia Players Award
Media Theory Arts &
Communication Award
John Townes Memorial
Bursary Program
sponsored by North
Simcoe Anglers & Hunters
Rotary Club of Midland
Service Above Self
Award
Apply by Wednesday, May 8th
Awarded to a graduate who has been active in the area of the performing arts, ie.
music and drama, and who is proceeding to post-secondary education in that
field. This is not limited to performers but can include technicians. One student
will be awarded this bursary from applications received from all 5 area high
schools.
Apply by Wednesday, May 8th
Awarded to a graduate who is proceeding to post-secondary education in communications.
Apply by Wednesday, May 8th
Awarded to a graduating student with financial need proceeding to postsecondary in an environmental program. This Bursary cannot be deferred. One
student will be awarded this bursary from applications received from all 5 area
high schools.
Apply by Tuesday, June 30th
Awarded to a graduate proceeding to post-secondary education who has
maintained good academic standing and shown leadership ability in extracurricular activities.
Apply by Wednesday, May 22nd
$500.00
$500.00
Conditional
$200.00
$2000.00/year
for up to 4
years
$1500.00
Conditional
MSS has made it easier to pay for your grad fees. Just follow the steps on the next page to register for School Cash Online. Safe. Easy. Secure. For safety and efficiency reasons, School County District School Board would like to reduce
the amount of Cash & Cheques coming into our school. Please join the thousands of parents
who have already registered and are enjoying the convenience of paying ONLINE! It takes
less than 5 minutes to register. Please follow these step-by-step instructions, so you will
begin to receive email notifications regarding upcoming
events involving your child(ren).
NOTE: If you require assistance, select the GET HELP
option in the top right hand corner of the screen.
Step 1: Register a) If you have not registered, please go to the School Cash Online home page https://simcoecounty.schoolcashonline.com/ and select the “Get Started Today” option. b) Complete each of the three Registration Steps *For Security Reasons your password, requires 8 characters, one uppercase letter, one lowercase letter and a number. Step 2: Confirmation Email A registration confirmation email will be forwarded to you. Click on the link provided inside the email to confirm your email and School Cash Online account. The confirmation link will open the School Cash Online site prompting you to sign into your account. Use your email address and password just created with your account. Step 3: Find Student Note: Student Number is Required This step will connect your children to your account. a) Enter the School Board Name b) Enter the School Name c) Enter Your Child’s Name & Birth Date d) Select Continue e) On the next page confirm that you are related to the child, check in the Agree box and select Continue f) Your child has been added to your account Step 4: View Items or Add Another Student If you have more children, select “Add Another Student” option and repeat the steps above. 5 children can be added to one parent account. If you do not wish to add additional children, select “View Items For Students” option. A listing of available items for purchase will be displayed. MSS 2015 GRADUATION AWARD/SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
Please be sure to fill out all sections of this application and add additional documentation if you wish.
Name ___________________________________
A.
In September 2015 I plan to:
□ Attend University (name) ______________________________Program______________________________
□ Attend College (name) ________________________________Program______________________________
□ Go to work ________________________________
□ Return to Midland Secondary School
B.
List award/scholarships you are applying for – you only apply for the ones that say “**Apply” beside the name.
C.
List below all groups, clubs and/or teams you have been associated with while attending M.S.S. and the number of years you
participated. Also list any other school-run or community activities and organizations you have been involved with while attending
M.S.S.
D.
Please include number of volunteer hours and name of the community sponsor.
E.
In 250 words or less, outline the reasons why you feel you qualify for these scholarships.
(Must be typewritten and attached to this application form. Put your name at the top of the page.)
Signature
(Signature authorizes disclosure of the above information)
PLEASE RETURN THE COMPLETED FORM & SHORT ESSAY
TO MRS. GAGNON (Guidance Office) BEFORE MAY 8, 2015 @ 4:00 p.m.
VALEDICTORIAN
Students eligible to attend graduation will be asked to nominate a fellow graduate to be Valedictorian.
The following criteria must be met by all candidates:
1. Must be a graduating student.
2. Must be recognized as a good citizen of M.S.S.
3. May be eligible only once for this award.
4. Must be taking a minimum of 3 credits in this school year.
Nominations will be reviewed to ensure that the criteria are being met and a list will be prepared.
Once a list of candidates has been prepared all students eligible to attend graduation may vote for
their valedictorian.
**Deadline for submitting Valedictorian nomination is Friday, May 8th**
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NOMINATION FOR VALEDICTORIAN
Nominee:
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Nominated by:
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Student Seconder
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Seconder #1: (teacher)
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Seconder #2: (teacher)
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Reasons for nomination:
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PLEASE RETURN THIS COMPLETED FORM TO THE GUIDANCE OFFICE BY FRIDAY MAY 8TH
Graduation – Thursday, June 25, 2015
Graduation Gown & Cap Order Form
MSS Graduation will be held on Thursday, June 25, 2015 @ 7:00 pm
A grad gown is required to be able to participate in the graduation ceremony. For the
fee of $15.00 you will receive a grad gown, stole and cap, all of which will be yours to
keep as a memento of your graduation.
Please return this completed form to the Guidance Office by Friday May 8th.
You must pre-book and pay for your cap & gown. Extra gowns are not available the
evening of graduation. Your gown is not ordered until payment is received online.
Please see instructions provided.
Name of Graduate (print):
Please check off appropriate height (in shoes) for the gown.
Gaspard Size Chart
Gaspard Size Chart Height Size 4’9” – 4’11” (140-­‐150 cm) 42 5’0” – 5’2” (150-­‐160 cm) 45 5’3” – 5’5” (160-­‐165 cm) 48 5’6” – 5’8” (165-­‐175 cm) 51 5’9” – 5’11” (175-­‐180 cm) 54 6’0”-­‐6’2” (180-­‐190 cm) 57 6’3” – 6’5” (190-­‐195 cm) 60 6’6” and over (195cm+) 63 Check one box PLEASE COMPLETE YOUR PAYMENT ONLINE BY
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