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Students who are interested in applying for awards that will be presented at Grad 2017 must submit a Grad 2017 Awards Application Checklist Cover Page and a Grad 2017 Awards Application. These forms, as well as forms for General Proficiency Application, Royal Canadian Legion Verification, and The Sisters of Our Ladies of the Cross Scholarship Application are available at http://bit.ly/SMHSGradAwards An awards package containing the description of the awards is available at the main office. The checklist cover page, awards application, and other required documents must be submitted to the main office by Friday, May 19^th at 3:30 p.m.

The Saskatchewan Provincial Council of the Catholic Women’s League has established a $1000 Social Justice Award to enable young women to engage in social justice work. The awards application deadline is April 30, 2017. For information on award criteria and an application form, see Mrs. Rapin in Student Services.

A student will be presented with a $2,000 scholarship at St Mary Grad 2017. To apply for this scholarship, a student must be enrolling as a full-time student in an Arts and Science program at the University of Saskatchewan through St. Thomas More College for their first year of study and enroll in at least six credit units through the college. The student must also agree to participate fully in the Service and Justice program, administered by the Engaged Learning Coordinator, which requires two hours of community volunteer work per week, excluding holiday and exam periods. As well, the student must have a minimum 80% average based on the following classes: Christian Ethics 20 or 30, ELA A30 or B30, three 30 level electives (but not PAA30 or Phys. Ed. 30), have demonstrated outstanding leadership and Christian service during their high school years, and be recommended by a Christian Ethics teacher. An application form must be submitted to the main office by Monday, April 10^th at 3:30 p.m. The application form is available online at http://bit.ly/SMHSGradAwards .

Students who have applied to the U of S can apply online for Competitive Entrance Awards. Applications links can be found in your PAWS Account. The deadline to apply for Competitive Entrance Awards is March 1, 2017.

The Terry Fox Humanitarian Award ($28,000 dispersed over four years) is open to students of all abilities who are pursuing a degree or diploma at a Canadian post-secondary institution. Recipients are selected for their dedication to the humanitarian ideals of Terry Fox to improve human welfare, make a difference, and have a positive impact on community and others, their courage in overcoming obstacles (physical, financial, etc.), and definite marks of distinction and persistence in the pursuit of excellence in academic, athletic, and civic life. The application deadline is February 1^st, 2016. Additional information and application forms are available at www.terryfoxawards.ca

The Loran Award seeks to recognize well-rounded students who demonstrate character, promise of leadership, and strong commitment and service in the community. Up to 32 Loran Awards are available, valued at $100,000 over four years. The application deadline is October 19^th, 2016 for sponsored applications and October 26th, 2016 for direct-pool applications. Please see Mrs.Rapin in Student Services for more information or go to: www.loranscholar.ca

The General Proficiency Award is presented to the student in each grade who makes the most complete contribution to the whole life of St. Mary High School, including academics, religious life, athletics, and school-sponsored activities. The application form for Grade 9 – Grade 12 students, available on the Student tab of the Pursueonline career website, must be submitted to the main office by Friday, May 6^th at 3:30 p.m.

Grade 11 students are encouraged to apply for the Rotary Citizenship Award to be presented at the June Awards Assembly. This award is presented to a Grade 11 student who is involved in the school, community, church etc. The application form, available on the Student tab of the Pursueonline career website, must be submitted to the main office by Monday, May 16^th at 3:30 p.m. The student’s academic transcript and attendance record will also be given to the awards selection committee.