1800Wheelchair offers a scholarship of $500 to a participant who is enrolled in a high school, college or university in Canada. Applicants must be 16 years of age or older.
Go to: http://www.1800wheelchair.ca/scholarship/
There is a wealth of information and opportunities for students! The purpose of this site is to share with students, parents and guardians, the multitude of exciting career, post-secondary, scholarships and opportunities that exist. Those opportunities are yours for the taking...........................Welcome back, Spartans, to a great new 2011-2012 school year!
Scholarship Sites (Go to the Scholarship Links at the following sites):
Career Exploration
Explore your best career options, plan for the future, courses, schools, career inventories, links to career information, post-secondary information and so much more.........................go to http://www.bridges.ca. In order to use Bridges, go to the top right hand corner - click on "site ID" and enter the following information!
ID:0064343
Password: kamsack (case sensitive)
GSSD has also provided students with access to Career Cruising... which is another great exploration tool. Go to:
www.careercruising.com.
ID: kamsack
Password: spartan
You will have to create a personal portfolios to save any information in either site.
Explore over 100 career videos, at: http://www.vector.cfee.org/!
This site provides information on career planning and exploration but the best feature is the video library of careers!
ID:0064343
Password: kamsack (case sensitive)
GSSD has also provided students with access to Career Cruising... which is another great exploration tool. Go to:
www.careercruising.com.
ID: kamsack
Password: spartan
You will have to create a personal portfolios to save any information in either site.
Explore over 100 career videos, at: http://www.vector.cfee.org/!
This site provides information on career planning and exploration but the best feature is the video library of careers!
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- June Callwood Harmony Scholarship
- Ethel Boyce Award
- New Opportunity...........
- Healthy Lifestyles Scholarship
- RBC Aboriginal Student Awards
- Jack Moor Memorial Scholarship
- EVRAZ Scholarship
- Michael C. Sifton Memorial Scholarships
- 4-H Members Scholarship
- TOP TWENTY UNDER 20
- $40,00.00 Bursary for Post-Secondary Entrance Stud...
- June Callwood Harmony Scholarship
- Ethel Boyce Award
- Financial Peer Support Scholarship
- BIG DIG Scholarship!
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Friday, May 28, 2010
Help Johnny Scholarship!!!
This scholarship is available to any student over 19 years of age as of October 25, 2010. In order to apply you must submit the best excuse for not finishing your homework?
Go to:http://www.studentscholarships.org/helpjohnny.php
Can't hurt to check this one out - it could be worth $5000.?
Deadline: Varies!
Go to:http://www.studentscholarships.org/helpjohnny.php
Can't hurt to check this one out - it could be worth $5000.?
Deadline: Varies!
Ethel Boyce Award
Two scholarships of $1000 each are awarded to an applicant registered with a provincial ball association, and who plans to attend a Canadian post-secondary institute in the fall of 2010.
For more information go to: http://www.softball.ca
Deadline: September 15th, 2010
For more information go to: http://www.softball.ca
Deadline: September 15th, 2010
Summer School for Grade 9 - 12 students!
The Regina School Division is once again operating a Summer School program. Classes will be held at F.W. Johnson Collegiate, and will begin on Monday, July 5th/2010 and will end on Friday, July 30th/2010.
Registration forms can be accessed at http://www.rbe.sk.ca/
or you can see Mrs. Tulloch for information and registration forms!
(At the site - click on the "student" link on the left hand side - and you will find summer school there!)
Registration forms can be accessed at http://www.rbe.sk.ca/
or you can see Mrs. Tulloch for information and registration forms!
(At the site - click on the "student" link on the left hand side - and you will find summer school there!)
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Monsanto Scholarships
Monsanto offers scholarships of $1500 to high school graduates pursuing post-secondary studies in agriculture in the fall of 2010. Students must be from a family farming operation! There are 30 - 40 scholarships available! Did you know that one of our graduates(KCI) won this scholarship for 2008?
Criteria: leadership, community involvment, academics and an essay!
Application deadline is: May 14th, 2010
Visit:http://www.monsanto.ca/ for applications and more details.
Criteria: leadership, community involvment, academics and an essay!
Application deadline is: May 14th, 2010
Visit:http://www.monsanto.ca/ for applications and more details.
Friday, March 12, 2010
KCI Scholars - will now be presentd at Graduation!
KCI Scholarships
Spartan Graduates - looking for the scholarship forms for scholarships previously presented at our awards night?? They will be posted early in April. You will have only one application form to fill out. Everyone will recieve a print application of the form - from myself! I will discuss the scholarships with you as a graduation group. Every one is encouraged to apply.
I will also put a link to the application form on this blog so that you can print a copy out.
MAKE SURE THAT YOU ARE CHECKING THIS BLOG - THIS IS WHERE YOU WILL FIND LINKS TO SCHOLARSHIPS AND APPLICATION FORMS.
Spartan Graduates - looking for the scholarship forms for scholarships previously presented at our awards night?? They will be posted early in April. You will have only one application form to fill out. Everyone will recieve a print application of the form - from myself! I will discuss the scholarships with you as a graduation group. Every one is encouraged to apply.
I will also put a link to the application form on this blog so that you can print a copy out.
MAKE SURE THAT YOU ARE CHECKING THIS BLOG - THIS IS WHERE YOU WILL FIND LINKS TO SCHOLARSHIPS AND APPLICATION FORMS.
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Garfield Weston Award for Students Attending Technical Schools
If you are heading off to a technical school/college in the fall and are active in your community or school..............this is your scholarship!
There are 25 awards available in Canada - valued at over $50,000 each, including a tuition waver, an $8,000 annual stipend and summer opportunities.
The award is open to graduating high school students who will begin full time studies, pursuing a diploma or applied degree!
Visit: http://www.garfieldwestonawards.ca/
Deadline for Application: March 23, 2010
There are 25 awards available in Canada - valued at over $50,000 each, including a tuition waver, an $8,000 annual stipend and summer opportunities.
The award is open to graduating high school students who will begin full time studies, pursuing a diploma or applied degree!
Visit: http://www.garfieldwestonawards.ca/
Deadline for Application: March 23, 2010
National Aboriginal Achievement Foundation - Scholarships and Bursaries
The NAAF, working in partnership with Aboriginal, private and public sector stakeholders, is promoting and celebrating the achievement of Aboriginal peoples.
There is a huge variety of scholarships and awards in specific areas of study including:
fine arts, business, science, law, engineering, technical studies, computer science, education, social work, social sciences, graphic arts, pyschology, health sciences, oil and gas trades and technology, trades, and many more.
Students apply to post-secondary schooling of choice -then visit the NAAF site to find scholarships and bursaries that apply to them- and complete relevant forms.
There are many............ make sure to check this site out at:
http://www.naaf.ca
There is a huge variety of scholarships and awards in specific areas of study including:
fine arts, business, science, law, engineering, technical studies, computer science, education, social work, social sciences, graphic arts, pyschology, health sciences, oil and gas trades and technology, trades, and many more.
Students apply to post-secondary schooling of choice -then visit the NAAF site to find scholarships and bursaries that apply to them- and complete relevant forms.
There are many............ make sure to check this site out at:
http://www.naaf.ca
Monday, February 15, 2010
My Favorite Photo Contest
http://www.brickfish.com/lifestyles/myfavoritephoto
Are you are shutterbug? Enter the favorite photo that you have ever taken - by simply uploading a photo to the above site. You could wint $600!
Scholarship Value: $600
Awards Available: 3
Award Deadline: March 15, 2010
Are you are shutterbug? Enter the favorite photo that you have ever taken - by simply uploading a photo to the above site. You could wint $600!
Scholarship Value: $600
Awards Available: 3
Award Deadline: March 15, 2010
Fountainhead Essay Contest
Scholarship Value: $500 - $10,000
Awards Available: 236
Award Deadline: April 26, 2010
You must be in grade 11 or 12. Essay must be betwen 800 and 1600 words.
To find out about the essay topic go to:http://www.aynrandinstitute.ca/contests
Awards Available: 236
Award Deadline: April 26, 2010
You must be in grade 11 or 12. Essay must be betwen 800 and 1600 words.
To find out about the essay topic go to:http://www.aynrandinstitute.ca/contests
Voice for Animals High School Essay
Scholarship Value: $1000
Awards Available: 11
Deadline: March 31, 2010
If you are currently attending high school and are under 19 years of age - you are eligible to enter the contest.
For information about the essay, go to:http://www.hennet.org/contest.php
Awards Available: 11
Deadline: March 31, 2010
If you are currently attending high school and are under 19 years of age - you are eligible to enter the contest.
For information about the essay, go to:http://www.hennet.org/contest.php
Best Toy Ever Scholarship
Go to:http://www.brickfish.com/lifestyles/BestToyEver to find out about this scholarship!
From childhood teddy bears to board games to robots to video games...............what do you think is the best toy ever?
Submit a photo, video, or blog telling why it is the best toy ever and you could win $500!
Deadline: February 22, 2010
Awards Available: 3
From childhood teddy bears to board games to robots to video games...............what do you think is the best toy ever?
Submit a photo, video, or blog telling why it is the best toy ever and you could win $500!
Deadline: February 22, 2010
Awards Available: 3
Best Toy Ever Scholarship!
What do you think is the Best Toy Ever..............from teddy bears to robots to board games to video games...........
Submit a phot, video or blog telling why it is the best toy ever and you could win $500!
You may enter as many times as you wish!
Deadline: February 22, 2010
Awards Available: 3
Go to: www.brickfish.com/lifestyle/besttoyever/
for more information!
Submit a phot, video or blog telling why it is the best toy ever and you could win $500!
You may enter as many times as you wish!
Deadline: February 22, 2010
Awards Available: 3
Go to: www.brickfish.com/lifestyle/besttoyever/
for more information!
SCN Courses for High School Students
Distance Ed Courses via offered SCN include French 10, French 30, Math A30 and Creative Writing 20. Courses began for the first semester. The courses are being offered by Horizon School Division. (Viscount School)
KCI will be able to offer SCN courses in the near future.
Registration forms and information can be found at www.skdistancelearning.ca!
Distance education offers credits for high school students in three forms currently:
1. Print Form - YHRS!
2. Online courses - from a variety of school divisons
3. And............SCN!
Distance education provides more opportunities for our rural students.
KCI will be able to offer SCN courses in the near future.
Registration forms and information can be found at www.skdistancelearning.ca!
Distance education offers credits for high school students in three forms currently:
1. Print Form - YHRS!
2. Online courses - from a variety of school divisons
3. And............SCN!
Distance education provides more opportunities for our rural students.
Thursday, January 28, 2010
June Callwood Harmony Scholarship
The June Callwood Harmony Scholarships recognize outstanding achievements of youth in promoting harmony and diversity across Canada. Applicants must be attending a post-secondary institution in the fall.
Check out the following site:http://www.studentscholarships.org/
Deadline: July 31, 2010
Check out the following site:http://www.studentscholarships.org/
Deadline: July 31, 2010
Ethel Boyce Award
This award is administered by Softball Canada and is given annually to one female and one male recipient. The award winners will have exhibited leadership and skills in softball! Each award is $1000.00
go to:http://www.softball.ca
Deadline is March 15, 2010
go to:http://www.softball.ca
Deadline is March 15, 2010
Thursday, January 21, 2010
New Opportunity...........
If you are looking for a volunteer work experience of a lifetime, you should "check out" PROJECTS ABROAD! You will gain an understanding of the developing world and make a difference. Opportunities exist all over the world - and programs lengths vary.
Make sure you go to:http://www.projects-abroad.ca
Make sure you go to:http://www.projects-abroad.ca
Healthy Lifestyles Scholarship
If you under 25 years of age as of May 1, 2010, are a senior in high school or in your first year of university or college, reside in Canada or the U.S., and answer 2 essay questions, you may qualify for this scholarship.
Value: $5,000
Awards Available: 1
Due: May 1, 2010
Go to:http://www.fitnessexercises.tv/scholarships.php
Value: $5,000
Awards Available: 1
Due: May 1, 2010
Go to:http://www.fitnessexercises.tv/scholarships.php
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
RBC Aboriginal Student Awards
Royal Bank Canada awards 10 scholarships in 2 categories:
- for students majoring in disciplines related to the financial services industry
- for students majoring in disciplines unrelated to the financial services industry
You may be considered if you are interested in careers in financial services for summer and post-graduate employment.
You must be a Status Indian, a Non-status Indian, Inuit or Metis and meet certain criteria.
Go to :http://www.rbc.com/careers/asap_application.pdf for more information!
- for students majoring in disciplines related to the financial services industry
- for students majoring in disciplines unrelated to the financial services industry
You may be considered if you are interested in careers in financial services for summer and post-graduate employment.
You must be a Status Indian, a Non-status Indian, Inuit or Metis and meet certain criteria.
Go to :http://www.rbc.com/careers/asap_application.pdf for more information!
Jack Moor Memorial Scholarship
Open to children, grandchildren, or great grandchildren of veterans, ex-service or still serving military or RCMP personnel - who are Saskatchewan residents. Applicants must be attending post-secondary education in the fall. The award is based on academic achievement.
Click on the following link for further information:
http://www.uregina.ca/awards/scholarships/forms/JACKMOORESCHOLARSHIP.pdf
Deadline: August 28, 2010
Click on the following link for further information:
http://www.uregina.ca/awards/scholarships/forms/JACKMOORESCHOLARSHIP.pdf
Deadline: August 28, 2010
EVRAZ Scholarship
Evraz Inc. NA has 2 scholarships of $1500 each to be awarded to students entering the University of Sask. or the University of Regina in the faculties of engineering, commerce or science. Click on the link below for an application form:
http://www.students.usask.ca/moneymatters/awards/apply/evraz.pdf for U of S students
or
http://www.uregina.ca/awards/scholarships/forms/EvrazIncScholarship-application.pdf for U of R students
Deadline: May 31, 2010
http://www.students.usask.ca/moneymatters/awards/apply/evraz.pdf for U of S students
or
http://www.uregina.ca/awards/scholarships/forms/EvrazIncScholarship-application.pdf for U of R students
Deadline: May 31, 2010
Michael C. Sifton Memorial Scholarships
The Michael C. Sifton Memorial Scholarship Fund is presently accepting applications for Educational Scholarships each worth approximately $1000.00.
Criteria: residency in Saskatchewan, acceptance to recognized university or technical institute, priority given to students planning to study in Sask., and to students residing in central and northern areas of the province, personal need, interests, awards and achievements, career intentions, other financial assistance received, etc.
Deadline is May 31st of each year.
Applications can be obtained by writing to:
Michael C. Sifton Memorial Scholarship Fund (Leader Post)
204 - 5th Avenue North
Saskatoon, SK
S7K 2P1
Phone: (306) 657 - 6336
Or...........Mrs. Tulloch will have print copies by February 1st!
Criteria: residency in Saskatchewan, acceptance to recognized university or technical institute, priority given to students planning to study in Sask., and to students residing in central and northern areas of the province, personal need, interests, awards and achievements, career intentions, other financial assistance received, etc.
Deadline is May 31st of each year.
Applications can be obtained by writing to:
Michael C. Sifton Memorial Scholarship Fund (Leader Post)
204 - 5th Avenue North
Saskatoon, SK
S7K 2P1
Phone: (306) 657 - 6336
Or...........Mrs. Tulloch will have print copies by February 1st!
4-H Members Scholarship
Every year, Saskatchewan 4-h Council awards outstanding senior members with scholarships to assist their post-secondary education. Successful candidates consistently demonstrate outstanding levels of leadership with the 4-H program and in their communities.
Go to:http://www.4-h.sk.ca/opportunities-events.php?p=scholarships
Deadline: May 1st, 2010
Go to:http://www.4-h.sk.ca/opportunities-events.php?p=scholarships
Deadline: May 1st, 2010
TOP TWENTY UNDER 20
There are 20 awards of up to $5,000 for individuals under 20 years of age - who demonstrate exceptional leadership and community involvement. The money awarded is to be applied to an educational experience, which includes post-secondary education, training, a summer course or exchange program/conference or seminar. Winners will be recognized by media and will attend a Top 20 Under 20 ceremony in Toronto - with all expenses paid!
go to:http://www.top20under20.ca
go to:http://www.top20under20.ca
$40,00.00 Bursary for Post-Secondary Entrance Students- SASKTEL
The A.E. Blakeney Bursary is available to Saskatchewan students pursuing post-secondary education. The total value of the bursary is: $40,000.00 over a period of 4 years. The bursary is offered to deserving students with a preference to those enrolled in business/commerce/administration with a major in marketing or accounting, electrical engineering, computer science or information technology. (at FNUC, U of R, or U of S)
Apply by March 10, 2010.
Check http://sasktel.com for eligibility and details.
Apply by March 10, 2010.
Check http://sasktel.com for eligibility and details.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
June Callwood Harmony Scholarship
This scholarship recognizes the outstanding achievements of youth in promoting harmony and diversity across Canada. If you are a graduating student who is attending post-secondary education in the fall - go to the following site:
http://www.studentscholarship.org/
Deadline to apply: July 31, 2010
Ten awards are available at $1000
http://www.studentscholarship.org/
Deadline to apply: July 31, 2010
Ten awards are available at $1000
Ethel Boyce Award
Softball Canada gives an annual award to a female and male recipient. The recipients will have exhibited leadership skills and traits in softball. Both recipients recieve $1000!
There are 5 awards available and the deadline to apply is March 15, 2010!
For more information, go to:
http://www.softball.ca
There are 5 awards available and the deadline to apply is March 15, 2010!
For more information, go to:
http://www.softball.ca
Financial Peer Support Scholarship
The purpose of the peer scholarship is to assist peer volunteers with a spinal cord injury to advance their post-secondary education in the disability field.
The award is $1000 and the number of awards varies.
Check out:http://www.canparaplegic.org/en/Employment_and_Education_24/items/7.html
Deadline is August 15, 2010
The award is $1000 and the number of awards varies.
Check out:http://www.canparaplegic.org/en/Employment_and_Education_24/items/7.html
Deadline is August 15, 2010
BIG DIG Scholarship!
If you are currently a grade 12 student or in your first year of post-secondary education, you are eligible to apply! You must submit a short essay answering the question on the company's website..............
There is one $3000.00 essay - with a topic related to burying an object of interest to be found years later!!!!!!!! If you are creative, apply to this one.
Deadline is April30, 2010
Go to:http://www.antiquetrader.tv/studentscholarship.php
There is one $3000.00 essay - with a topic related to burying an object of interest to be found years later!!!!!!!! If you are creative, apply to this one.
Deadline is April30, 2010
Go to:http://www.antiquetrader.tv/studentscholarship.php
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Public Post-Secondary Websites in Saskatchewan
Other Post-Secondary Education/Training in Saskatchewan
Go to www.sasknetwork.gov.sk.ca . Go to "learners" and then to "education and training". Go to "post-secondary". Scroll to the bottom of the page and you will find links to the universities, SIAST, Regional Colleges, Aboriginal Post-Secondary Schools, Private Vocational Schools, Religious Schools, Apprenticeship plus other educational and training opportunities!
Public Post-Sec. Websites Outside of Saskatchewan
Where do I find a particular program?
If you know what type of program you are interested in but don't know where you can find the school, go to:
http://www.schoolfinder.com/ You will be able to find out where a particular program is offered!
http://www.schoolfinder.com/ You will be able to find out where a particular program is offered!
Parents........
We aim to keep the lines of communication open. If you have any questions about the information on this blog, please feel free to contact me at the school at 542-2521.
Glenda Tulloch
Glenda Tulloch
Parents, are you looking for a good book about transitioning from high school to university?
If you are looking for some reading material for students entering university, or for university students at any level, you might want to check this site out:
www.universitymatters.ca
The site describes the book "University Matters" and has some downloadable resources you might want to explore!
www.universitymatters.ca
The site describes the book "University Matters" and has some downloadable resources you might want to explore!
STUDY SKILLS FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Need some help studying for finals? Here is one link that might help you get started:
www.geocities.com/Heartland/9120
www.geocities.com/Heartland/9120
Opportunities for Students
- AFS Interculture Canada
- Agriventure
- ASSE International Student Exchange
- Canada World Youth
- EF Student Exchanges
- Encounters with Canada
- Exchanges Canada
- International Agriculture Exchange Association
- International Youth Program, Canadian Crossroads and International Agri- Exchange Association Exchanges
- Katimavik
- Nacel Canada
- Projects Abroad - Volunteer or Intern Abroad
- Rotary Club Youth Exchange
- Saskatchewan Youth Parliament
- SEVEC
- Student Work Abroad Program
- Working Holiday Programs
- Youth Action Network