SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

SCHOLARSHIP DESCRIPTION
The Burnaby Arts Council is offering one ARTS scholarship to a graduating student in each of Burnaby’s eight secondary schools.

ELIGIBILITY
The scholarship will be awarded to a student who has:

• demonstrated excellence and achievement in the arts (performing, visual or literary) in school curricular and extra-curricular programs and the motivation to develop their ability. Additional consideration will be given for community involvement.
• exhibited a good academic record with letters of commendation.

Scholarship will be awarded to a student who is going to continue with their education in a full-time accredited post-secondary program, with a concentration in the arts, leading to a professional status in theatre, dance, visual arts, creative writing or music.

Consideration may be given to students with financial need.

SCHOLARSHIP DESCRIPTION
The Cupe Local 23 Scholarship of $500.00 is awarded to one student in each of Burnaby’s secondary schools who meets the following criteria:

ELIGIBILITY
The scholarship will be awarded to a student who has:

• Maintained a good academic standing
• Demonstrated good citizenship in school and the community
• Participated in volunteer activities

Scholarship will be awarded to a student who is going on to a BC post secondary or vocational training program.

Consideration should be given to a student with financial need.

BURSARY DESCRIPTION
In recognition and memory of the young men and women from Burnaby who fought for Canada in World War II

ELIGIBILITY
The Burnaby South War Memorial bursaries are awarded annually to two deserving Burnaby secondary school graduates who have continually demonstrated the values associated with good citizenship - caring, sharing, responsibility and a willingness to help others.

To be considered for a bursary a student must:

• be a Canadian citizen and have graduated from a School District 41 secondary school;
• have the desire to continue his/her education at a post secondary institution in Canada and have been accepted to attend a post secondary institution;
• have been nominated for the award by the staff of the school.

SCHOLARSHIP DESCRIPTION
The scholarship is awarded to a well-rounded female graduating student from Alpha or Burnaby North Secondary School who, while maintaining a good academic standing, has demonstrated good citizenship and leadership skills and has actively participated in the school’s athletic program.

ELIGIBILITY
To be considered for the award the student should have:

• been enrolled in a Burnaby school for the two (2) senior years
• maintained a good academic standing
• been involved in the school’s athletic program
• demonstrated outstanding citizenship and strong leadership skills in the school
• formally submitted an application form to the Dawn Harris Memorial Scholarship Committee
• demonstrated plans to continue with education in a post secondary program

The scholarship will be awarded upon proof of registration in a post secondary institution.

BURSARY DESCRIPTION
This bursary is awarded in memory of Lex Henderson whose legacy in Burnaby schools is found in his commitment and dedication to high school sports and educational leadership. The bursary is awarded to a well-rounded student who, while maintaining a good academic standing, has demonstrated a passion for sports, teamwork, and good citizenship and leadership skills and has actively participated in school and/or community sports.

ELIGIBILITY
To be considered for the award the student should:

• be passionate about sports and committed to the spirit of "teamwork".
• have been involved in school and/or community sports as a player, manager or other contributing role
• have demonstrated having a positive influence in the school and/or community through dedication and hard work
• exemplify strong character demonstrating personal responsibility and respect for others
• demonstrated plans to continue with education in a post secondary program
• formally submitted a completed application package to the school’s scholarship committee

The scholarship will be awarded upon proof of registration in a post secondary institution (tuition receipt is required). Priority will be given to applicants who have financial need. The chosen candidate will have up to 5 years to claim the award.

SCHOLARSHIP DESCRIPTION
The scholarship is awarded to a student who has excelled in the Visual Arts in secondary school and who is planning on pursuing a career in Visual Arts at a post secondary institution.

ELIGIBILITY
To be considered for the award the student should have:

• Maintained a good academic standing
• Demonstrated excellence in a minimum of two senior Visual Arts courses
• Demonstrated an interest in pursuing a career in Visual Arts
• Formally submitted an application to the Burnaby Teachers' Association. Applications will then be forwarded to a committee of three teachers selected by the Burnaby Art Teachers' Association for selection.
• Submitted 8 – 10 photographs of original art work illustrating a range of subjects and media. Each photo must be labeled with the size and media of the art work shown.

The scholarship will be awarded upon proof of registration in a post secondary institution in art, film or design program.

Students must submit their application forms to

Burnaby Teachers Association
#115 – 3993 Henning Drive
Burnaby, BC V5C 6P7

Applications deadline: May 9

SCHOLARSHIP DESCRIPTION
The scholarship is awarded to a well-rounded student who seeks a career in Health Care and while maintaining a good academic standing, has demonstrated good citizenship and leadership skills through voluntary participation in assisting older adults in the community.

ELIGIBILITY
To be considered for the award the student must have:

• been enrolled in a Burnaby school for the two (2) senior years
• maintained a good academic standing
• demonstrated an interest in pursuing a career in Health Care
• demonstrated community service assisting older adults
• demonstrated good citizenship and strong leadership skills in the school and the community
• formally submitted an application form to Burnaby School District's Scholarship Committee

The scholarship will be awarded to the successful candidate upon proof of registration in a post secondary institution.

BURSARY DESCRIPTION
To provide post secondary assistance to Burnaby students who are blind, visually impaired or deaf-blind.

ELIGIBILITY
The Marlene Larson Scholarship is awarded to a Burnaby graduate who is blind, visually impaired or deaf-blind.

To be considered for the scholarship the student must have:

• been planning on enrolling in a post secondary program
• demonstrate ability to set goals
• be motivated
• show responsibility
• be oriented towards independence

The scholarship will be awarded upon proof of registration in a post secondary program.

BURSARY DESCRIPTION
The Narang Family Bursary Award is awarded to one graduate from the Burnaby School District who meets the following criteria.

ELIGIBILITY

The bursary will be awarded to a student who:

• has maintained a good academic standing
• has demonstrated good citizenship and strong leadership in school and the community
• has participated in community service and volunteer work in the community
• demonstrated financial need

The bursary will be awarded upon proof of registration in a post secondary program or vocational training program.

SCHOLARSHIP DESCRIPTION
The scholarship is awarded to a past student of Parkcrest Children’s Centre who is a well-rounded student who, while maintaining a good academic standing, has participated in school and community activities.

ELIGIBILITY
To be considered for the award the student must have:

• proof of attendance at Parkcrest Childcare Society (Parkcrest Children’s Centre) for a period of at least one year
• been enrolled in a Burnaby school for the two (2) senior years
• provided evidence of volunteer or work experience, including letters of reference attesting to the student’s work ethic
• been actively involved in community service and/or volunteer work
• demonstrated good citizenship and leadership skills
• maintained a good academic standing
• formally submitted an application form to the Burnaby School District's Scholarship Committee

Note: The scholarship monies will be paid to the recipient upon proof of registration in a post secondary institution. The recipient must be registered in a post secondary institution within 18 months of their secondary school graduation or the award will expire.

SCHOLARSHIP DESCRIPTION
The Richard T. Lee Scholarship will be awarded to one community-oriented student in each of the following schools: Alpha Secondary School, Burnaby Central Secondary School and Burnaby North Secondary School who is interested in pursuing a career in public administration and meets the following criteria:

ELIGIBILITY
The scholarship will be awarded to a student who has:

• maintained a good academic standing
• demonstrated good citizenship in school and the community
• participated in community service and volunteer work in the community

The scholarship will be awarded upon proof of registration in a post secondary program.

SCHOLARSHIP GUIDELINES
One scholarship in the amount of $500.00 will be awarded to a student in each of the following Burnaby secondary schools: Alpha Secondary School, Burnaby Central Secondary School and Burnaby North Secondary School.

Student is to be selected by the school’s Scholarship Committee who will screen appropriate candidates based on the scholarship criteria. Appropriate supporting documents (letters of reference, transcript of marks, evidence supporting scholarship criteria) and other pertinent information must accompany the nomination.

Mr. Richard T. Lee will attend the school’s award ceremonies to present the award to the recipient.

SCHOLARSHIP DESCRIPTION
The scholarship is awarded to a student who, while maintaining a good academic standing has made a significant contribution to the school by demonstrating good citizenship and involvement in school activities.

ELIGIBILITY
To be considered for the scholarship the student should have:

• Demonstrated good citizenship
• Been actively involved in school service
• Maintained a good academic standing
• Formally submitted an application form to Burnaby School District’s Scholarship Committee

The scholarship will be awarded upon proof of registration in a post secondary program at BCIT. Students must claim the award within two (2) years of graduating from secondary school. Consideration will be given to student with financial need.

BURSARY DESCRIPTION
The Rotary Club of Burnaby - Bursary Award is awarded to one student in each of Burnaby's secondary schools who meets the following.

ELIGIBILITY

The bursary will be awarded to a student who:

• has maintained a good academic standing
• has demonstrated good citizenship and strong leadership in school and the community
• has participated in community service and volunteer work in the community
• demonstrated financial need

The bursary will be awarded upon proof of registration in a post secondary program or vocational training program.

SCHOLARSHIP DESCRIPTION
The scholarship is awarded to a well-rounded student who seeks a career in Health Care and while maintaining a good academic standing, has demonstrated good citizenship and leadership skills through voluntary participation in assisting older adults in the community.

ELIGIBILITY
To be considered for the award the student should have:

• been enrolled in a Burnaby school for the two (2) senior years
• maintained a good academic standing
• demonstrated an interest in pursuing a career in Health Care
• demonstrated community service assisting older adults
• demonstrated good citizenship and strong leadership skills in the school and the community (excluding work experience)
• formally submitted an application form to Burnaby School District's Scholarship Committee

The scholarship will be awarded upon proof of registration in a post secondary institution.

BURSARY DESCRIPTION
In recognition and memory of Ted Elphick, a dedicated educator whose leadership and contribution to the education of challenged students provided a professional legacy for which the Burnaby School District can be proud and thankful.

ELIGIBILITY
The Ted Elphick Memorial bursary is awarded annually to a Burnaby resident who has, through positive will and spirit, overcome physical or mental challenges to graduate from a Burnaby secondary school.

To be considered for the bursary the student should have:

• been enrolled in a Burnaby school for five years;
• demonstrated ability and a desire to be a life long learner and continue his or her education at a post secondary institution or in a recognized training program;
• been nominated for the award by the school scholarship committee.

SCHOLARSHIP DESCRIPTION
The scholarship is awarded to well-rounded Burnaby North students who, while maintaining a good academic standing, has demonstrated good citizenship through voluntary participation in school or community activities and has focused their secondary school course program of studies in the Visual or Performing Arts. Two, $500 scholarships will be awarded to students who have focused their secondary school course program in the Visual or Performing Arts areas. One scholarship will be awarded in the Visual Arts with a focus in Drawing and Painting, Sculpture and/or Animation and one scholarship will be awarded in the Performing Arts with a focus in Stage, Music and/or Band.

ELIGIBILITY
To be considered for the award the student should have:

• Been enrolled in a Burnaby school for the two (2) senior years
• Maintained a good academic standing
• Demonstrated good citizenship
• Been actively involved in community service and/or volunteer work
• Formally submitted an application form or be nominated by staff to Burnaby North Secondary School’s Scholarship Committee

The scholarship will be awarded upon proof of registration in a post secondary institution. Students must claim the award within two (2) years of graduating from secondary school.

SCHOLARSHIP DESCRIPTION
The Vancouver Port Corporation Scholarship, worth $750.00, is awarded annually to a well rounded student who meets the following criteria:

ELIGIBILITY
To be considered for the scholarship the student should have:

• maintained a good standard of achievement;
• demonstrated good citizenship in school and the community;
• been actively involved in community service and/or volunteer work.