This Grad Newsletter will be published monthly and updated throughout to keep you abreast of upcoming:

• Grad events and information;
• Post-secondary events and information as well as;
• Upcoming scholarships you may be interested in and eligible for;
• Resources for self-management and scholarships.

Links have been provided to the best of our ability so read through the material first and if you need further clarification, make an appointment with YOUR counsellor regarding post-secondary inquiries; for scholarships, make an appointment or see Ms. Domingo (in the counselling office).

Have an excellent year, we're happy you're back at school! Stay tuned!

https://www.deltasd.bc.ca/schools/secondary/challenge-exams

Challenge Exams - Delta School District

Challenge Exams CHALLENGE EXAMS.

Exams will take place on Saturday, January 28th and Sunday, January 29th, 2023. In the Challenge Exam Application Package, Page 9 is to be filled out online before you print the package. Should you have any questions, please speak with your counsellor.

www.deltasd.bc.ca

Deadline to submit to Ms. Tifenbach is Friday, November 4th at NOON!!! See you counsellor for more information.

Connect with 50+ Post-Secondary institution representatives from across Canada and learn more about your post-secondary options ALL in one location!! List of participating universities can be found here.

Public Events

The Canadian Universities Event (CUE) will be visiting schools in-person from Monday, October 3rd to Friday, October 14th. We will be hosting three in-person public events:

Tuesday, October 11th @ Delta Burnaby Hotel in Burnaby (6:30-9:00 pm) - 4331 Dominion St, Burnaby

Registration can be found here.

Thursday, October 13th @ Princess Margaret Secondary in Surrey (6:00-8:30 pm) -12870 72 Ave, Surrey

No registration required for this particular venue.

Virtual Events

CUE is also hosting two virtual events:

Wednesday, December 7th 6:00-8:00 pm PST

Thursday, January 19th 6:00-8:00 pm PST

More information to come later.

Thursday, October 13 – Saturday, October 15, 2022

Attend the online UBC Engineering Open House to discover your future at one of Canada’s top engineering schools.

Explore all UBC has to offer through presentations, panel discussions and virtual booths. Our panel of faculty, staff and students will be available to answer your questions.

For more information and to register, visit UBC Engineering Open House.

Wednesday, October 19th

6.00 pm - 7.30 pm

NO registration required!

Parents welcome!

Applications

Applications for Douglas College open at 8:30 am on October 3. They will remain open until programs are full. Many of our programs are first-qualified, first-admitted so applying early is crucial.

Please note that the Academic Foundations for Potential Nursing Applicants, (the pathway into Bachelor of Science in Nursing) fills up quickly. We recommend applicants to apply first thing on October 3 as these applications are only open for three business days (and sometimes close as early as noon on the first day).

Personalize students’ experience with a Custom Viewbook

The Custom Viewbook. It’s a personalized digital viewbook tailored to students’ interests. It helps reduce the confusion of where to start on a post-secondary website. It takes just minutes to create and can be edited at any time. You can share the link with your students so they can build their book, create a book for them using their information and email address, or keep it handy for one-on-one discussions where you can build a viewbook together.

Disability and Community Studies Admission Changes

Starting from the Fall 2023 intake, all applicants to Certificate in Behaviour Intervention, Certificate in Education Assistance and Inclusion and Diplomas in Classroom and Community Support will need to have evidence of completion of at least 60 hours of supervised work (paid or volunteer) in a department-related setting again. This requirement was previously waived for the 2021 and 2022 intakes.

Entrance Scholarships

Entrance Scholarships and Awards for prospective students also open at 8:30 am on October 3. We revamped our Entrance Scholarships and Awards process to reduce barriers and make them more accessible to students.

Try/CATCH (Computing and Technology Conference for Her) is an exciting outreach project organized every year by WiCS at Simon Fraser University. Try/CATCH is a one-day event for high school girls/ non binary in grades eight to twelve, with the objective of helping them develop an interest in Computing Science and the technology field. Throughout the event, students will participate in a variety of hands-on workshops in programming, UX/UI Design, Robotics, and Game Development. A keynote and panel session provides students with opportunities to hear from or network with females studying or working in technical fields.

We will also hold an information session for parents to provide them with an opportunity to ask questions they may have about the road into a technology field, and the challenges and the rewards their children may face.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, October 22nd, 2022

Time: 9:00AM-5:30PM

Location: Applied Science Building, SFU Burnaby

Registration is free!

To register please use this link: https://forms.gle/2kxugWhKiTEJveTs5

For more information please visit our website: http://trycatch.cs.sfu.ca/

SFU’s Faculty of Applied Sciences invites you to connect with us throughout the Fall!

Webinars
Are you interested in the fields of engineering or computing science? Attend or share our webinars! We are hosting various sessions between October 5th to January 26th. To sign-up, please RSVP here: https://www.sfu.ca/fas/prospective-students/events.html

Campus Tours
Students who are curious about visiting SFU’s campus can now request an Applied Science campus tour! We offer tours at both of our campuses (Burnaby and Surrey) on a flexible basis. Sign up for a tour here: https://www.sfu.ca/fas/prospective-students/tour.html

Virtual Chats
Students who want to learn more about what it’s like being a student in Applied Sciences at SFU can also request a virtual chat from the comfort of their home. To learn more or request a chat, visit our webpage: https://www.sfu.ca/fas/prospective-students/tour.html

Are you an elite athlete looking to go to school and play amongst and against our neighbours to the south? To learn more about the eligibility process for Canadians and to watch NCAA Presentation for Canada, please click here.

NEW ACCOUNT TYPES If you want to compete in NCAA sports,

@ncaaec

registration is required! Check out our three account types to learn which is right for you.

The 2022-23 Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete is now available for download! The guide is designed to assist you with understanding the NCAA, NCAA Eligibility Center registration and academic requirements, and how you can help your student-athletes work toward their collegiate dreams.

This booklet is a great resource to share with your student-athletes and their families! The guide is available via the High School Portal for download and on NCAA Publications (download and to purchase printed copies).

learn more about UBC’s two distinctive campuses, explore the wide range of degree programs and specializations, and get a sense of the University’s admission requirements and application process in this year’s Student Guide.

2023 UBC Prospective Undergraduate Student Guide

It isn't too early to start thinking about university.

Pro tip: when exploring VIU Program Pages click on the Menu button on the right-hand side to access the ultimate navigation, Frequently Asked questions, and tips on becoming a successful applicant. Don’t know how to do this? Connect with a Recruiter to learn how and have your questions answered!

Admission application open

The admission application for September 2023 entry is open, and the deadline to apply is January 31, 2023. The full application process is outlined in the How to Apply section of our website.

Please note a change to the application for students applying to the faculties of Humanities, Social Sciences and Science.

- The “program of interest” question has been removed

- Applicants will choose the faculty and will be coded as “undeclared” (previously called “area undecided”)

- As in previous years, students declare their program once they have completed at least 12 credit units

UVic Events

Discover UVic - We will be hosting virtual UVic presentations throughout the fall. The presentation will provide information about the academic opportunities that students can pursue and what makes UVic the unique place that it is. We encourage all interested Grade 10-12 students to attend. For dates and registration, please visit our Events page.

Parent Nights will provide parents/guardians/supporters the opportunity to learn more about UVic. Attendees will enjoy a presentation by the amazing Dr. Lisa Surridge, Associate Dean of the Faculty of Humanities, with some helpful tips on being successful in post-secondary studies. The focus of the talk is helping parents (and students) navigate the transition from high school to university. Dates and times in October and November to be announced soon.

Explore UVic – We are very excited to return to an on-campus open house this fall. Please save the date of November 26 for Explore UVic. More details will be shared in the coming weeks. Event registration will open in October.

How can I learn more about Western?

• Explore Western in person at Fall Preview Day on November 20 or campus tours year-round
  
• Connect with us from home in virtual events
  
• Ask current Western students on our online chat
  
• Say hi at fairs - reach out to check if we're attending a fair near you by replying to this email!
  

How do I choose a program?

• Consider what you're already passionate about - what classes do you enjoy at the moment?
  
• But, don't be afraid to explore new subjects that aren't offered at high school - how about Artificial Intelligence Systems Engineering or Creative Arts & Production?
  
• Worried you'll change your mind? At Western, the common first year gives you flexibility to explore your options
  
• Check you have the required high school courses for the programs you're interested in
  

How do I know if I can get in?

• You can find your requirements and typical averages on our website
  
• Be sure to check if your program has any supplemental requirements
  
• Consider our admissions pathways if your grades don't reflect your potential
  
• Have questions? Chat with us - we're happy to help!

READY, SET, APPLY!!

Applications to the University of Alberta are now open - hurray!

We recommend students apply early as admission to our programs is competitive and this provides them with the best chance of receiving an admission offer. Students interested in living in Residence can secure their spot on their application for admission, if they apply by April 30, 2023. Students can learn more and begin their application at uab.ca/apply.

For students who would like a step-by-step walkthrough of the application for admission, encourage them to attend a Submitting Your Application presentation. Registration is available at uab.ca/recruitmentevents.

ADMMISSIONS INFORMATION

Application-Based Entrance Scholarships Open

Application-based entrance scholarship applications are now available! Students must first apply before they can be considered for scholarships. The deadline to apply is January 11, 2023. For a full list of available scholarships and awards, students can visit uab.ca/awards.

We also have Scholarships 101 sessions running throughout the fall and winter for students who would like to learn tips and tricks for writing a strong scholarship application. Registration is available at uab.ca/recruitmentevents.

If you are supporting students in applying for scholarships, we encourage you to attend our virtual Lunch and Learn dedicated to scholarships and awards information on October 19. Registration is available at uab.ca/counsellor.

Program Tool

We are thrilled to have launched a new and significantly enhanced program tool. This is a key tool for prospective undergraduate students who are looking to see what the U of A has to offer and what academic requirements are needed to apply. The new tool’s improved search interface and functionality will allow users to search, sort and filter through U of A program content more efficiently and in more ways. Students can start browsing at uab.ca/programs.

Historical Admission Averages

We encourage students to apply early, as admission is competitive, works on a rolling basis and space in each program is limited. This year, to better serve prospective students, historical admission averages can be viewed at uab.ca/averages.

Please note: these historical admission averages do not serve as a guarantee for future admission.

Indigenous Recruitment

Indigenous students and counsellors are welcome to contact indigenous@ualberta.ca or Trevor Phillips (Manager, Indigenous Recruitment) at trevor.phillips@ualberta.ca for all application questions, including program selection, funding and scholarships and identity documentation.

The Horatio Alger Association of Canada is excited to announce that we have re-opened our scholarship application for the 2022 Horatio Alger Canadian Scholarship Program. We would like to invite graduating high school students (currently in grade 12) from your high school who meet eligibility requirements to apply.

In keeping with the educational mission of the Horatio Alger Association, the scholarship programs provide financial assistance to students in Canada who have financial needs and have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity. Scholarship criteria also include completion of grade 12 by June 2023, commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree starting September 2023, and Canadian citizenship. The Association will be awarding a total of 60 scholarships in the amount of $5,000 each to deserving scholarship recipients. More information about the scholarship and eligibility can be found on our website. The deadline for students to apply is Monday, October 31, 2022.

The Loran Award is an exciting opportunity for students considering university studies in fall 2023. The only award of its kind in Canada, the Loran Award is a four-year leadership enrichment program comprised of summer work experiences, mentorship, annual gatherings, an annual living stipend, a tuition waiver at one of 25 university partners, and a community of people working to build a better world.

It is much more than simply a financial scholarship for post-secondary studies. It is an opportunity to build critical skills and capacity for leadership, to expand horizons by taking on new challenges and exploring diverse experiences, and to join a community of purpose-driven peers who are committed to leaving the world better than they found it.

To identify Loran Scholars, we look beyond the transcript to find evidence of character, commitment to service, and the potential for leadership. We look for those who are humble, inquisitive, and thoughtful; who shun the status quo and pursue their own unique paths; who bring others along, will act in the face of injustices, and are inspired to build a better world. It is the long-term mission of our organization to invest in the development of our country’s diverse leadership ecosystem. We believe our society will thrive if we ensure that these high-potential students are given the opportunity to imagine, explore, and create the future.

The deadline to apply is October 12, 2022 before 8pm ET (5 PM PST).

All eligible students are welcome to apply by filling out the application, uploading a transcript, and naming a reference. There is no limit to the number of students who may apply from a single school.

A webinar for students interested in the Loran Award was held last week and the recording is available here.

Are you an international student who is planning to attend University of Toronto in September 2023? Are you a creative thinker with an exceptional academic record? Are you a leader in our school? Do you contribute positively to our society?

If you would like to be nominated for this award, please speak with Ms. Domingo BEFORE November 1st!

The Youth Mental Health Association is a for-youth, by-youth non-profit organization with the goal of destigmatizing mental health. We have a dedicated and passionate team of volunteers who put in a lot of effort into reaching our goals. They provide resources, support and camaraderie.

ACCESS provides career guidance and funding for Indigenous students to attend further training and education. Despite the COVID-19 challenges, ACCESS is open for business to provide support and guidance to students.

For more information about ACCESS programs and supports, please see ACCESS.

EducationPlannerBC helps learners make well informed decisions about their education and career options. Use the PLAN section to find articles and information about the different paths along the student journey. Know what program you're interested in? Use the SEARCH section to find schools, admission requirements, costs of attending that program in a particular school. Use the APPLY section to apply to multiple post-secondary institutions.

SchoolFinder helps students, parents and counsellors explore schools across Canada and around the world. Go ahead and compare program pre-requisites and costs all in one place!

StudentScholarships have been providing scholarship information to students and scholarship management services since 2003.

ScholarTree - Scholarships made simple.

Ms. Tifenbach - students whose last names begin with A - D

Mr. Sharma - students whose last names begin with E - Lan

Ms. Flack - students whose last names begin with Lap - Ro (works Mondays to Wednesdays)

Ms. Gill - students whose last names begin with Lap - Ro (works Thursdays and Fridays)

Ms. Domingo - students whose last names begin with Rr - Z

Email: domingo_e@surreyschools.ca
Website: https://www.surreyschools.ca/johnht
Location: 15350 99 Avenue, Surrey, BC, Canada
Phone: 604-581-5500
Twitter: @johnstonheightssec