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2022 2023 Carson Graham Major Award Winners.pdf
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AWARDS BY CATEGORY
(UPDATED FOR 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR)
ACADEMIC AWARDS
EAGLE AWARD OF EXCELLENCE (12)
Awarded
to grade 12 students who have earned at least one Subject Certificate
or one Curricular Award every year for 5 years at high school.
*Certificate Awarded at Recognition Ceremony (first award given June 2020)
SCHOLAR OF THE YEAR AWARDS (8-12)
Scholar(s)
of the Year are recognized for their outstanding achievement and
commitment to learning. These top student(s) from each grade are
recognized for their achievement, considering a full load of courses,
taken during the year, in addition to their leadership qualities and
positive contributions to the learning environment.
*Certificate Awarded at Graduation Ceremony (grade 12) & at Recognition Ceremony (8-12)
SUBJECT CERTIFICATES (8-12)
Awarded
to students who have had outstanding achievement in the subject and
have demonstrated a strong commitment to the subject. Chosen by teachers
currently teaching the course. Curricular award winners are not eligible to receive Subject Certificates.
**Certificate Awarded via mail
CURRICULAR AWARDS (8-12)
Awarded
to the TOP students at each year from each curricular area. These
students have demonstrated outstanding achievement and a strong
commitment to the curricular area as chosen by department members. A
maximum of 3 students per department at each grade level may be
awarded.
*Certificate Awarded at Recognition Ceremony
SERVICE & CITIZENSHIP AWARDS
SPIRIT OF THE EAGLE β Top Citizenship (8-12)
Awarded
at each grade level to students who demonstrate outstanding effort and
continued commitment to improving the school and community through
volunteer work and active service. These students uphold the values of
honesty, integrity, courteousness and respect; they give freely of their
time and resources, and exhibit genuine interest in service learning or
volunteerism. Awards are based upon number of hours and a variety of
activities. Determined by awards committee in consultation with staff.
*Certificate Awarded at Graduation Ceremony (grade 12) & at Recognition Ceremony
SERVICE AWARDS
Our
junior service awards recognize students in grades 8 through 10 for
their volunteer service to the community. These students are community
minded responsible citizens who make a positive contribution to Carson
Graham. Students may accumulate hours across the three junior years.
Hours must be recorded in Managebac by the end of May to be considered
for that year. Volunteer work completed in the summers between grades 8
and 9, and between grades 9 and 10 will be considered. The Awards
Committee determines recipients.
Junior
Bronze: Recognizes students who have volunteered 30 hours by May of
grade 8, 50 hours by May of grade 9, or 100 hours by May of grade 10.
Junior
Silver: Recognizes students who have volunteered 60 hours by May of
grade 8, 100 hours by May of grade 9, or 200 hours by May of grade 10.
Junior
Gold: Recognizes students who have volunteered 90 hours by May of
grade 8, 150 hours by May of grade 9, or 300 hours by May of grade 10.
Our
senior service awards recognize students in grades 11 through 12 for
their volunteer service to the community. These students are community
minded responsible citizens who make a positive contribution to Carson
Graham. Students may accumulate hours across the two years. Hours
must be submitted by the end of May to be considered for
that year. Any service hours accumulated since June of the grade 10 year
may be included.
Senior Bronze: Recognizes students who have volunteered 50 hours by May of grade 11 and 100 hours by May of grade 12.
Senior Silver: Recognizes students who have volunteered 100 hours by May of grade 11 and 200 hours by May of grade 12.
Senior Gold: Recognizes students who have volunteered 200 hours by May of grade 11 and 400 hours by May of grade 12.
*Gold level awards certificates awarded at Recognition Ceremony. Bronze and Silver certificates awarded via mail.
IB AWARDS
IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME HONOUR AWARD (12)
Awarded
to the Grade 12 IB Diploma candidate who most embodies the attributes
of the IB Learner Profile. It is awarded to the student whose excellence
has been demonstrated across both core and academic requirements of the
IB Diploma Programme.
*Certificate Awarded at Graduation Ceremony & Acknowledged at Recognition Ceremony
IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD (12)
Awarded
to the IB Diploma student who achieves Carson Graham Secondary School's
highest overall diploma score in his or her graduating class. This
award will be acknowledged at the Awards Ceremony of the subsequent
school year as results are released in July.
*Certificate Awarded at Recognition Ceremony
IB MIDDLE YEARS PROGRAMME HONOUR AWARD (GRADE 10)
Awarded
to a grade 10 student who most embodies the attributes of the IB
Learner Profile. It is awarded to a student who is well rounded,
academically exceptional, and has participated in a variety of Community
and Service activities. This student embodies the ethos of the Personal
Project.
*Certificate Awarded at Recognition Ceremony
IB MIDDLE YEARS PROGRAMME CERTIFICATE (10)
Certificates
are awarded to grade 10 Middle Years Programme students who have
successfully completed their Personal Projects, their community and
service hours, and have achieved the required points in their MYP
courses as outlined here.
*Certificate Awarded via mail
OUTSTANDING STUDENT AWARDS
OUTSTANDING INTERNATIONAL STUDENT (12)
Awarded
to a grade 12 international student who takes a full course load and
who is engaged and involved in the school and the broader community. In
addition, the recipient must be achieving his or her academic potential.
*Certificate Awarded at Graduation Ceremony & Acknowledged at Recognition Ceremony
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Awarded
to a grade 12 Indigenous Student who is taking a full course load and
who embodies Indigenous pride in the school and in the broader
community. This student demonstrates significant leadership and is
achieving his or her academic potential.
*Certificate Awarded at Graduation Ceremony & Acknowledged at Recognition Ceremony
PRINCIPAL'S AWARD OF EXCELLENCE (12)
Each
year the Principal selects outstanding Grade 12 students who exemplify
the true spirit of Carson Graham Secondary. These students have achieved
their academic potential and have participated actively and positively
both in curricular and co-curricular areas.
*Certificate Awarded at Graduation Ceremony & Acknowledged at Recognition Ceremony
VICE PRINCIPALS' AWARD (12)
Each
year the Vice Principals select a member(s) of the graduating class who
has faced considerable adversity and has persevered or who has made the
greatest turn around in his or her academic profile and in his or her
approach to school since grade eight.
*Certificate Awarded at Graduation Ceremony & Acknowledged at Recognition Ceremony
ATHLETIC AWARDS
ATHLETIC COMMITMENT AWARDS
Junior:
Awarded to athletes when the athlete has reached a milestone of 25
points for Certificate, 50 points for Junior Block, and 75 points for
Junior Plaque. Points are awarded by coaches at a maximum of 10 points
per major sport and 5 points per minor sport collectively throughout
grades 8 - 10 at Carson Graham.
Senior:
Awarded to athletes when the athlete has reached a milestone of 25
points for Senior Block, 50 points for Senior Plaque. Points are
awarded by coaches at a maximum of 10 points per major sport and 5
points per minor sport collectively throughout grades 11 and 12 at
Carson Graham.
*Plaques Awarded at Recognition Ceremony. Certificates & Blocks Awarded via mail
SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD (12)
The
Sportsmanship award winner represents a Grade 12 student athlete who
has made a positive contribution to the Carson Graham Athletics program,
demonstrates a supportive and encouraging attitude, and is respected by
their peers and by the faculty.
*Certificate Awarded at Graduation Ceremony & Acknowledged at Recognition Ceremony
LEADERSHIP AWARD (8-12)
The Leadership award winner(s) represent a Carson student athlete who has taken on a leadership role within Athletics, demonstrated exceptional leadership and attitude, and is a role model for their peers.β
*Certificate Awarded at Graduation Ceremony (grade 12) & at Recognition Ceremony
ATHLETE OF THE YEAR AWARDS (8-12)
Athlete
of the Year awards (Male & Female) are determined by the Athletic
Council. Athletes receive points for each school sport they play.
Athletes in each grade with the highest total points for the year are
considered. Athletes of the Year candidates must have participated on
three or more teams or were standouts on two teams, demonstrated both a
high level of skill and significant leadership, and are respected by
their peers and by the faculty.
*Certificate Awarded at Graduation Ceremony (grade 12) & at Recognition Ceremony
SCHOLAR ATHLETE OF THE YEAR AWARDS (10 & 12)
Scholar
Athlete of the Year awards (MALE & FEMALE) are determined by the
Athletic Council. Athletes receive points for each school sport they
play. Athletes in each grade with the highest total point for the year
are considered. Scholar Athletes of the Year candidates are chosen
based on the following criteria. They demonstrate a balance between
their academic and athletic endeavors by participating on two or more
teams while maintaining a high academic average, demonstrate both a high
level of skill in athletics and significant leadership in the school
community, and are respected by their peers and by the faculty.
*Certificate Awarded at Graduation Ceremony (grade 12) & at Recognition Ceremony
ARTS AWARDS
OUTSTANDING ARTIST AWARDS (12)
Awarded
to a grade 12 student who has excelled in two areas of the arts.
Special consideration will be given to students who demonstrate a
superior understanding and passion. The award recipient must be
well-rounded, have demonstrated citizenship, and have a positive
attitude.
*Certificate Awarded at Graduation Ceremony & Acknowledged at Recognition Ceremony
OUTSTANDING JUNIOR & OUTSTANDING SENIOR MUSICIAN
This
award is given to a student who is in grade 9 or 10 and
12 respectively. In exceptional circumstances, when there is more than
one eligible candidate, this may be awarded to a maximum of three
students at each level. The recipient(s) has been involved in the music
department for a minimum of two years, has demonstrated above average
musicianship skills, has demonstrated excellent leadership skills, and
has exemplified the definition of a team player in the music department.
Special consideration is given to student(s) who are in both band and
choir.
*Certificate Awarded at Recognition Ceremony
MUSIC DEPARTMENT AWARD FOR MUSICIANSHIP & CITIZENSHIP (12)
This
award is given to a grade 12 student who has contributed significantly
to the music department in his or her years in music at Carson Graham.
Excellent musicianship skills are a requirement but, leadership in all
facets of the music department, a willingness to assist others and, when
applicable, contributing to successful music tours are all considered.
Special consideration is given to the student(s) who are in both band
and choir.
*Certificate Awarded at Recognition Ceremony
OUTSTANDING BAND AWARD
Awarded
to a student who is enrolled in both Concert Band and Jazz Band. This
student has demonstrated an aptitude and a willingness to learn to play a
variety of styles of jazz, a willingness to develop his or her
improvisational skills, and who provides encouragement to others in the
development of their improvisational skills.
*Certificate Awarded at Recognition Ceremony
