Dec. 25-Jan.5,2018 - Christmas Break  

January 15-26, 2018 - EQUAO Grade 9 Mathematics Test(1st semester students) 

Jan. 25-Feb. 1, 2018 - Semester 1 Examinations

November 1, 2017 - University of Ontario Institute of Technology Visit, 10:10am 

November 1, 2017 - Redeemer Visit, 12:05pm 

November 8, 2017 - Semester Midpoint 

November 15, 2017 - Guelph Humber University Visit, 10:10am 

November 15, 2017 - Kings University College, 1:15pm 

November 17, 2017 - P.A Day 

November 21, 2017 - Huron College(Western), 9:00am 

November 23, 2017 - Nippising University, 9:00am 

November 27, 2017 - Trent University, 1:45pm 

National Portfolio Day
Saturday Nov. 4, 12:00pm-4:00pm
http://portfolioday.net/

More Bursary/Scholarship Opportunities

Are you on the hunt for some post-secondary financial aid?

Find out what money you're eligible to receive by visiting the link below:

More Scholarships/Bursaries!

*Other scholarship and bursary opportunities can be found under the "Scholarships" tab to the right.

October 3, 2017 - University of Windsor Visit, 12:30pm
October 4, 2017 - Brescia Visit, 1:15pm
October 11, 2017 - Lambton College Visit, 1:15pm
October 11, 2017 - Picture Re-Take
October 12, 2017 - Wayne State University Visit, 9:00am
October 18, 2017 - Parent-Teacher Interviews 4:30-7:30 p.m
October 24, 2017 - Brock University Visit, 9:00am
October 30, 2017 - University of Guelph Visit, 1:45pm

SAT Reminder

Kennedy is now the home of SAT writing. To sign up and write the SATs at Kennedy visit sat.collegeboard.org

https://www.khanacademy.org/test-prep/sat
You will find information about NCAA eligibility and SATs/ACTs

Teacher Coordinator:Mr. Platt - Kennedy Collegiate
                                  519-254-6475 x30711

September 5, 2017- First day of classes
September 13, 2017 -First parent council meeting, 6:30pm
September 14, 2017 - Ryerson Visit, 11:40am
September 19, 2017 -Picture Day
September 20, 2017 - University of Western Visit, 9:00am
September 22, 2017 - P.A. Day
September 25, 2017 -  St. Clair College Visit, 12:30pm
September 26, 2017 - Wilfrid Laurier Visit, 9:00am
September 28, 2017 - Lakehead University Visit, 10:30am

Students schedules will be ready for pick up on the following dates

SAVE THE DATE! 

Grade 9  - August 31,2017 - 9:00 to 12:30

Grade 10 - August 29, 2017 - 9:00 to 12:00

Grade 11 - August 30,2017 - 9:00 to 12:00

Grade12 - August 30,2017 - 1:00 to 3:00

Guidance Counsellors will be available these days. Please be prepared to sit and wait, first come first serve!

OUF University Information! Fall 2017

Arthritis Society Walk Opportunity!

The Arthritis Society is looking for volunteers to help at the Walk to Fight Arthritis event at Malden Park on Sunday, June 4th. 

They're looking for setup/teardown, water station, and cheer team volunteers.

For details, contact Laura Peters at:

519-433-2191 (Ext: 1240)
lpeters@arthritis.ca

Hotel Dieu Volunteer Opportunity!

Interested in volunteering at Hotel-Dieu Grace Hospotal? For more information visit the link below:

http://www.hdgh.org/yac

Hour-A-Day Trust Fund Scholarship!

Think you're eligible for the HAD Scholarship? Download the .PDF below to find out!

https://www.dropbox.com/s/wr7trqtztfkgzlp/Hour%20a%20Day%20Study%20Club.pdf?dl=0

YMCA Central Park Athletics Volunteer Opportunity!

Are you behind on some of your hours or just looking to get more?

If so, the YMCA is currently looking for volunteers!

For more information contact:

Katherine Green
5194191267 (ex: 4515)

Want to work in Quebec this summer?

Interested in an work exchange in Quebec for the summer?

The YMCA Summer Work Student Exchange Program can get you on your way.

Check out:

Summer-work.com  or call 1-877-639-9987

The program begins in late June and runs for 6 weeks and is open to students 16-17 years of age.

District 9 Scholarship

Attached is the Application Form and Terms and Conditions for the 2017 District 9 Scholarship(s). Applications are due May 31, 2017 by 4:00 p.m.

Eligibility is limited to persons who will be graduating or have graduated within the past year from a secondary school and are dependent children, natural or adopted, foster children of at least one year as of the date application is due, of parents or guardians who are members of OSSTF District 9, retired members of OSSTF District 9 or deceased members of OSSTF District 9.

Four (4) entrance scholarships of $500 each will be awarded.

For more information, download the .PDF below:

Terms of Application

Tour Guide - Summer Job!

For more information, download the .PDF below:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/s6m4m0icsbx1m4f/Amherstburg%20Freedom%20Museum.PDF?dl=0

ORBA Scholarships Application!

Roy Cooper Scholarship

Are you eligible for the Roy Cooper Scholarship?

Download the .PDF below for the application and more information!
https://www.dropbox.com/s/cwy9x7cv497sdp9/Roy%20Cooper%20Memorial%20Scholarship.PDF?dl=0

OSAP Workshop!

Need assistance with applying for OSAP?

There will be a workshop open to all Grade 12 students who would like to apply for OSAP. 

The workshop will be Tuesday, April 25th and Wednesday, April 26th at Walkerville during the school day. (More information to come)

*Students need their Social Insurance Number (SIN) to apply!

**If you don't have one, you can get one here: 

https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/sin/before-applying.html

Reid Family Scholarship

Due Date: April 21st

Download the .PDF below for the application and more information:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/33h5uvj2u8lainh/Reid%20Family%20Scholarship.PDF?dl=0

Roma Club Bursary!

Are your parents in good-standing with the Italian Roma Club?

If so, you can win $300!

The desired due date is March 31st but applications may be submitted a little later.

For any other questions call the number below:

Ron Ricci

Guidance Department Head

Essex District High School, GECDSB

519-776-7344 Ext. 30207

LAFA Summer Camp Volunteers!

GECPIC Workshops!

                

Siro Matrinello Memorial Bursary

Due May 31st

You could be eligible to win $1000 if:

You have graduated/are graduating during the current academic from a high-school located in Windsor or Essex County.

You are attending U of Windsor or St. Clair College as a full time student.

***Applications are in Guidance on the Scholarship Board.

Return application to:

Secretary
Siro Martinello Bursary Committee
5090 Wyandotte Street East
Windsor, Ontario
N8S 1M9

CIBPA Scholarship!

Are you going off to post-secondary and are of Italian heritage?

This could be the scholarship for you!

Applications are due by March 30, 2017!

See guidance, visit the website below, or contact Joe Balsamo at 519-250-5190 (ext 416) for more information!

Website: https://windsor.cibpa.com

Lawrence Tech Scholarship - Grade 11s only!

Application Date - May 1st
Application Link - https://apply.ltu.edu/register/mathandscience

More Information below:

Grade 10 & 11 Information

Any information directed at grade 10 and 11 students now has its own folder!

The folder is located to the right of the screen!

Francine Bryar Memorial Bursary!

Are you eligible for the FBM Bursary!

Find out by downloading the PDF below:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/1f9bonzdt1zo34x/Francine%20Bryar.PDF?dl=0

"Unlimited" Program!

Click here to apply: https://uwaterloo.ca/unlimited/apply-waterloo-unlimited

Are you looking for a job within the culinary industry?

Are you on the hunt for a job within the culinary field? The UHC can help!

Win 1000 Dollars!

St. Clair Metal Cutting Apprenticeship Opportunity!

Are you thinking of pursuing a career in metal cutting and are attending St. Clair as a post-secondary option? If so, there's an amazing metal cutting apprenticeship opportunity for future students!

For more information download the PDF: https://www.dropbox.com/s/suchafvuwy4guuo/CNC%20Pre-Apprenticeship%202017.pdf?dl=0

The Catholic Woman's League of Canada Bursary

Download and fill out the application now!

Application with eligibility information:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/6xh16ukz645xg4a/Catholic%20Women%27s%20League%20-%20Bursary.PDF?dl=0

Deadline is April 15, 2017

A short paragraph and an application are required plus a recommendation from your Parish.

Are you interested in Archeology?

Are you considering the field of archaeology as a future career path?

Take the opportunity to immerse yourself in your passion this summer!
The summer program runs from July 14 – 30, 2017

Earn a credit in the process!

(Archaeology Credit – IDC4U)

Register on-line. Bursary available.

Contact Person:

Aldo Missio

Email:  amissio@trca.on.ca

Phone: 905-2289 extension 223

Visit the website for more information: http://www.boydfieldschool.org/#/home

Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) information!

Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)

https://www.ontario.ca/page/osap-ontario-student-assistance-program

Everything you need to know about financing your college or university dreams including a fee estimator.

Also, the college or university that you are applying to will be able to assist you with any questions you may have about OSAP.

S.T.E.M. Opportunity!

Attention: S.T.E.M. Students

Earn Science and Math Credits at the Ontario Science Centre during your Grade 12 year.

Ontario Science Centre Website

https://www.ontariosciencecentre.ca/oscschool/

An application and a Teacher reference are required. See web-site for more details.

Deadline:  April 3, 2017 for the 2017-2018 School Year

Are you interested in the culinary field?

For graduating students,

A free program during the summer is being offered for students transferring from school to post-secondary or straight into the workforce.

The Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development will help you get signed up as a culinary apprentice!

For more information, click the link below:

http://www.uhc.ca/article-59/cook-pre-apprenticeship

Student Trustee Opportunity!

Are you thinking of becoming a GECDSB student trustee?

The Greater Essex County District School Board invites applications from eligible, qualified students for the position of STUDENT TRUSTEE to serve for the term August 1, 2017 to July 31, 2018. 

Student Trustees are eligible to receive an honorarium and reimbursement for pre-approved expenses incurred in the performance of their duties.

More information: 

http://www.publicboard.ca/Students/Senate/StudentTrusteeApplication/Pages/default.aspx

*Make sure to contact guidance if you're applying*

Are you interested in studying abroad?

If you'd like to go abroad for your education this is the opportunity for you!

Deadline - March 5th

Download the following information .pdf file for more information:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/gn2wskmnmdhmdyd/student%20opportunities%20-%20Toronto_poster_Spr2017.pdf?dl=0

Any Future Entrepreneurs?

Are you wanting to run your own company in the future?

Take this opportunity! - Deadline is April 29, 2017

Start thinking now about running your own business during the summer:

Student Success Board Link:

http://www.publicboard.ca/Programs/Student-Success/Programs/StudentVentures/Pages/default.aspx

Board Contact Person: : lauren.segedin@publicboard.ca or 519-255-3200 ext. 10333.

Find out more information on the provincial website!

https://www.ontario.ca/page/start-summer-company-students

Teachers Life Scholarships and Bursaries!

Information on the Teachers Life Scholarships and Bursaries has been updated on the Board website. 

Deadline:  March 31, 2017. 

Teachers Life: https://members.teacherslife.com/

Publicboard Scholarships and Bursaries: http://www.publicboard.ca/Students/scholarships-bursaries/Lists/Scholarships%20and%20Bursaries/AllItems.aspx

Go to – “students” – “scholarships and bursaries” – “scholarships and bursaries database”. 

The W. Frank Scott Memorial Bursary Opportunity!

Are you eligible for the W. F. Scott Bursary for students with physical handicaps?

Download the PDF or go to guidance for more information!

PDF: https://www.dropbox.com/s/0xp24wso0hv2qpr/Frank%20Scott.pdf?dl=0 

Wayne Mayer Memorial Bursary

Are you considering going to college or attending a trades school as a post-secondary option?

Deadline: March 31st

Criteria:
The student will be attending a trades school or college
The student must have demonstrated leadership, contributed to school activities, and maintained good academic standing
The student must have demonstrated participation in volunteer and/or community activities
The student must plan to pursue a career in the trades: Construction, Industrial, or Motive Power.

Application form: https://www.dropbox.com/s/qdxpc998oiv7yvq/Wayne%20Mayer%20Application.PDF?dl=0

*Please submit application to guidance*

Western Open House!

Are you thinking of attending Western after high school?

Western is having an open house on Saturday, March 11th.

To register online and for more information, follow the following link: http://welcome.uwo.ca/march/

St. Clair Open House!

Are you considering the St. Clair College as a post-secondary option?

If so, the open house is the perfect spot to gain the knowledge and the information necessary to start this new chapter of your life!

Open house date: March 25th, 2017 from 10 A. M. to 1 P. M.

For more information visit this link: http://www.stclaircollege.ca/openhouse/

University of Windsor Spring Open House

Are you considering the University of Windsor as a post-secondary option?

If so, the open house is the perfect spot to gain the knowledge and the information necessary to start this new chapter of your life!

Open house date: March 4th, 2017 from 10 A. M. to 4 P. M.

For more information visit this link: http://www1.uwindsor.ca/openhouse/

Nemak Achievers Scholarship Opportunity!

The Nemak Achievers Scholarship offers:

A $3,500 scholarship for one graduating highschool senior

A paid 6 week Achievers summer internship (2017) with the possibility to renew

Deadline: March 31st, 2017

Applicants must:

Be graduating high school seniors from a school under the Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board (WECDSB), Greater Essex County District School Board (GECDSB), or a graduating senior who is a resident of Windsor, Canada.

Enroll in a full-time undergraduate study at an accredited four year college or university based in Canada or the U.S. for the entire 2017 - 2018 academic year.

Major in a course that focuses on Engineering, Automotive, or Manufacturing

Demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in the automotive/manufacturing industry.

Be Canadian citizens or legally authorized to work in Canada

Apply Directly to Nemak:

Nemak Windsor CAN
Attention: Catherine Ladiett
4600 GN Booth Drive
Windsor Ontario N9C 4G8
Canada

Application Form: https://www.dropbox.com/s/we1dns0xs6wsoi0/Nemak%20Achievers%20Manfuacturing%20Scholarship%202017%20Application.pdf?dl=0

More information: https://www.dropbox.com/s/luyp7cuvdnohfkl/Nemak%20Achievers%20Scholarship%202017_information%20form_final_Windsor.pdf?dl=0

SPIROL Scholarship

Are you eligible for the SPIROL Scholarship?

Deadline for submission - March 22nd 

SPIROL offers students who are earning a degree in Engineering, Basic Sciences, and Manufacturing Technology large sums of money to help with their financial needs!

Criteria:
The student must have applied for a two or four year accredited college
The student must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher
The student must be pursuing a career in Engineering, Basic Sciences, or Manufacturing Technology.
The student must have demonstrated a commitment to community service/involvement.

For more information about SPIROL: http://www.spirolcanada.com/company/news/scholarships.php

International Student Exchange Opportunity!

ISE (International Student Exchange) applications are now being accepted!

Go on a 12 week exchange as a secondary student or a summer exchange if you're between ages 13 - 17.

Students participating in the 12 week program must attend school and fully immerse themselves in the language of their host destination.

Applications for grade 9's and 10's for the fall of 2018 must be submitted by April 1, 2017.
Applications for Summer exchanges must be submitted by March 1, 2017.

All applications must be completed and submitted electronically to ISE Ontario

Visit ISE for more information at ISE Information

The Bill Lamb Bursary

The Bill Lamb Bursary

Deadline - March 31

Criteria:

Student must qualify for entrance to a Community College in the Developmental Support Worker Program.

Student must be above average academically.

Student must have made and continue to make worthwhile contributions to school and community activities.

Student must be a resident of Canada.

Student must have attended a secondary school under the jurisdiction of the Greater Essex County District School Board for the final two years.



Hardcopy Application: https://www.dropbox.com/s/j7x3a6d1o3bb45t/Bill%20Lamb%20Bursary%20Application.docx?dl=0

*See guidance for more details.

W. L. Clark Bursary

W. L. Clark Bursary

Deadline - March 31

Criteria
-The student must be currently attending a secondary school under the GECDSB jurisdiction.
-The student will be attending a university
-The student must have demonstrated leadership and contribute to school activities
-The student must have maintained good academic standing

Applicants Must
-Submit an official transcript from their secondary school
-Submit two Letters of Reference: One from teacher; one from a member of the community

Hardcopy Application: https://www.dropbox.com/s/vduv70ih89i93jo/2016-2017%20Clark%20Application%20Form.doc?dl=0

The Junior Achievement Scholar/Bursary Fund

The Junior Achievement Scholarship/Bursary Fund

Deadline - March 31

Criteria
-The student will be attending a university or college
-The student must have demonstrated leadership
-The student must have contributed to school activities
-The student must have maintained good academic standing
-The student must have demonstrated participation in volunteer/community activities
-The student must demonstrate financial need for the award itself

Applicants Must
-Submit an official transcript from their secondary school
-Submit two Letters of Reference: One from teacher; one from a member of the community

Hardcopy Application: https://www.dropbox.com/s/dp62u17qggizf4d/2016-17%20J.%20A.%20Application.doc?dl=0

The Beth Cooper Memorial Bursary

The Beth Cooper Memorial Bursary

Deadline - March 31

Two $500 bursaries are to be awarded annually to two secondary school students who have documented learning exceptionality or physical disabilities who intend to attend university or college.

Criteria
-The student will be attending a university or college
-The student must have demonstrated leadership
-The student must have contributed to school activities
-The student must have maintained good academic standing
-The student must have demonstrated participation in volunteer/community activities
-The student must demonstrate financial need for the award itself
-The student must identify with a documented learning exceptionability or physical disability

Applicants Must
-Submit an official transcript from their secondary school
-Submit two Letters of Reference: One from teacher; one from a member of the community
-Submit an essay
-Submit proof to learning exceptionality/disability.

Hardcopy Application: https://www.dropbox.com/s/jgirns1vgu0kmph/Cooper%20Bursary%20Applicaton%202016-17.doc?dl=0

University of Windsor Financing Education Seminar

Prospective students and their families are invited to attend the Financing Your University Education information session at the University of Windsor.

Tuesday, February 21, 2017 from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Odette School of Business, Room 104
Sunset Ave. at Wyandotte St. W., University of Windsor

Students can take advantage of this opportunity to learn about the financial aid options available. Representatives from the Student Awards and Financial Aid Office and Student Recruitment Office will be available to answer questions.

To help us plan, we ask students to sign up before Friday, February 17 at www.uwindsor.ca/future.

Prospective students who visit UWindsor for a campus tour, for the Spring Open House, or the Financing Your Education Workshop will be entered into a draw to  win first semester tuition. There are multiple prizes to be won and students who attended an event on campus in Fall 2016 are already entered into the draw.

If you have any questions, please call us at 519-973-7014 or email info@uwindsor.ca.

How do I start an apprenticeship?

Some students are able to begin accumulating their apprenticeship hours through a co-op placement in high school.  For more information on this, please see the Guidance office and/or the Co-op teacher. 

If you are interested in registering as an apprentice as a high school graduate, you will need to register online (as of fall 2016). 

You will need an employer who is able to take you on as an apprentice. 



REGISTER ONLINE HERE