Pursue Online/

The Marauder Award honors one Grade 12 student who has made an exceptional impact on the life of École St. Mary High School through meaningful involvement beyond the classroom. This student consistently shares their time, energy, and talents through activities such as athletics, clubs, fine arts, student leadership, or school‑sponsored events, helping to foster a positive, spirited, and connected school community. Please complete the nomination form to nominate a Grade 12 student. Nominations must include a one‑paragraph description outlining why the student should be considered for the Marauder Award. This description may highlight attributes such as the nominee’s extracurricular involvement, leadership, and overall contribution to school life. The Marauder Award Nomination Form The deadline for nominations is Friday, May 8^th.

The Major/Minor Fine Arts awards are presented to grade 12 students that have showcased a significant involvement with fine arts during their time at École St. Mary High School. If you are in grade 12, you may be eligible for a Major/Minor Fine Arts Award that will be presented during the ‘Thanksgiving for the School Year Celebration and Awards Assembly’. Please fill out the forms document to be considered for this award: École St. Mary Major and Minor Fine Arts Awards Application form The deadline to apply is Friday, May 8^th.

The Major/Minor Sports awards are presented to grade 12 students that have showcased a significant involvement with athletics during their time at École St. Mary High School. If you are in grade 12, you may be eligible for a Major/Minor Sports Award that will be presented during the ‘Thanksgiving for the School Year Celebration and Awards Assembly’. Please fill out the forms document to be considered for this award: École St. Mary Major and Minor Sports Awards Application form The deadline to apply is Friday, May 8^th.

The Rotary Citizenship Scholarship of $400 is a recognition of a Grade 11 or 12 student that exhibits the characteristics of strong citizenship. It is modeled after the Rotary Adventure in Citizenship program with criteria that includes, strong academics, with strong character within the school environment, as well as the community. Candidates are students that respect and deal fairly with their fellow students, as well as participate in school and non-school activities that enhance their lives and the lives of those around them. The students should be planning some type of post-secondary education or training to enhance their personal skills. Rotary Citizenship Award Application form The deadline to apply is Friday, May 8^th.

John M. Cuelenaere Public Library Scholarship: Grade 9-12

The John M. Cuelenaere Public Library Scholarship of $250 is a recognition of a Grade 9 – 12 student who has been enrolled full-time in the academic year of 2024-2025. Candidates are students who have distinguished themselves by being an advocate for literacy in their school or the community and clearly demonstrate a love of reading. While high academics is not a requirement for applying, the student must have a Prince Albert Public Library (PAPL) card and plans for post-secondary education. Preference will also be given to former or current employees of John M. Cuelenaere Library, as well as a current Grade 12 student of École St. Mary High School. John M. Cuelenaere Public Library Scholarship Application form The deadline to apply is Friday, May 8^th.

The Grade 9 – 11 General Proficiency Award is a non-monetary award given to a student in grade 9, grade 10, and grade 11. It recognizes the student’s contribution to the whole life of St. Mary High School and is based on the following criteria: academic achievement 50%, extra-curricular contributions 40%, and religious life contributions 10%.  Grade 9 – 11 General Proficiency Award Application Form The deadline to apply is Friday, May 8^th.

The Prince Albert and Area Teachers’ Association (PAATA) awards four $1,000 scholarships to graduating Grade 12 students who are pursuing post-secondary studies related to the field of education. This includes careers focused on teaching, educational support, child and youth development, community education, and service-based professions. If these categories are not filled, the committee will entertain additional fields. Applicants must be graduating in the year of application, accepted to a recognized post-secondary institution, and submit a complete application package by April 30. Scholarships are available to students from PACSD, Saskatchewan Rivers Public School Division (Urban and Rural), and children of active or recent PAATA members. Selection is based on academic achievement, leadership and community involvement, the personal essay, references, and overall completeness of the application. Successful applicants will be notified by mid-June. The deadline to apply is Thursday, April 30. Please see the PDF on Edsby for information about eligibility, application requirements, and submission instructions. 

The SaskTel Indigenous Youth Awards of Excellence recognize youth achievement in the following categories: Outstanding Academic Achievement, Leadership, Culture & Community, Sports/Recreation, and Arts & Science. Applicants can apply in multiple categories but can only win once. Eligibility criteria includes: must be of First Nations, Metis, or Inuit ancestry; must be between 14 and 18 years of age as of June 28, 2025; must be a resident of Saskatchewan and a registered student in Saskatchewan; must be able to demonstrate outstanding commitment and/or ability in one of the award categories (2 reference letters are required with current contact information for each reference as they will be contacted). The deadline for applications is Thursday, April 30, 2026. The awards event will be held Friday, June 5, 2026. For additional information and to apply for an award, please go to https://www.sasktel.com/about-us/Community/Indigenous+Engagement/indigenous-youth-awards