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Delta Secondary Career Centre

District Administrative Scholarships

3/31/2021

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Below are some scholarships for you to consider. Please note that these are NOMINATED scholarships (except Delta Retired Teachers) therefore, you need to indicate to me which scholarships you would like to be considered for by April 19th. Please make sure I have your BRAG sheet as this will be used to assess you for nomination. If I don't have your BRAG sheet, you will not be considered for these scholarships. You can find the BRAG sheet here -[  https://classroom.google.com/c/MTEzMzk2NjA4ODcy?cjc=sr6kurn ] https://classroom.google.com/c/MTEzMzk2NjA4ODcy?cjc=sr6kurn

If you want to be considered for the Margaret and Les Callan Fund award, you must email me a paragraph detailing the circumstances of your financial need. 


SHEELAH GRASSWICK

This scholarship has been established by Mrs. Sheelah Grasswick’s family in recognition of her life long interest in education and the community.  Mrs. Grasswick served as a Delta School District Trustee from November 1989 until her death in September 1998.  

Details of the scholarship are as follows:  

• Awarded annually in the amount of $1000 
• Available to all graduating students in School District #37, Delta, who plan to enroll in a full time post secondary program leading to a degree
 • Awarded to a student who has proven scholastic ability, and has shown interest and commitment to their community.
 • Payment will be made directly to the post secondary institution at the beginning of the term upon proof of registration
 • The scholarship can be held for 15 months following graduation from grade 12
 • The scholarship will not be awarded if there are no qualified applicants in a given year 
• A member of the Grasswick family will present the scholarship if they are available

KEN SOTVEDT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP   

This scholarship has been established by Mr. Ken Sotvedt’s family in recognition of his life long passion and interest in education, music and the community.  Mr. Sotvedt served as a Teacher, Vice-Principal and Principal with the Delta School District from 1965 until his retirement in June 2003.  

Details of the scholarship are as follows:  

• Awarded annually in the amount of $500.00 
• Available to all graduating students in School District #37, Delta, who have the intent on pursuing a career in music
 • Awarded to a student who possesses strong musical ability and interest
 • One student should be nominated by the music teachers in each of the Secondary Schools.
 • Selection of the scholarship recipient will be made by a committee comprised of the Assistant Superintendents and Principal representatives from the North and South Zones 
• The scholarship can be held for 15 months following graduation from grade 12
 • The scholarship will not be awarded if there are no qualified applicants in a given year
 • A member of the Sotvedt family will present the scholarship if they are available


THE MARGARET AND LES CALLAN FUND AWARD 

The Margaret and Les Callan Fund will award two Scholarships this year for $625.00 each. One will be offered to a student at South Delta Secondary and the other will be to a student at Delta Secondary. 

 Eligibility criteria:   • A Grade 12 student intending to study and take training in visual arts at a recognized post-secondary institution.
 • Must have volunteered or provided service within the community of Delta.
 • Evidence of some financial need.
 • The recipient has up to one year to choose the institution.  . 

MCF GOOD SAMARATIN DELTA SCHOLARSHIP - $750  

We believe the scholarship should be awarded to the student who has demonstrated the most involvement and created the biggest impact in a volunteer role for an organization. We seek to reward students with the character to be of service. For being someone who makes a difference for others without expectations, a good Samaritan. They are the future leaders of this country and the world and it’s a gift to be able to have the opportunity to create this scholarship fund.  

● You must be in good academic standing and proof of continuing education in any of these fields: Science, Business, Education, Trades 
 ● You have demonstrated a willingness to be of service to the community and has given back through their volunteer work 
 ● You have accumulated 50 hours of community service during grades 10-12 or over 150 hours during grade 8-12 and show proof to qualify 
 ● 15 Hours of community service may come from school organized volunteer work 

DELTA RETIRED TEACHERS ASSOCIATION (DELTA RTA)

The Delta Retired Teachers Association is pleased to offer scholarships of $800 to two qualifying graduating Grade 12 students from the seven secondary schools in Delta.
Download application here

Please complete the attached application form AND submit all supporting documents to me by April 19th.
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District Award

3/30/2021

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Please see attached District Award application form, rubric, reference and Q & A sheet

Application deadline is April 26th, 3:00. Late applications will not be accepted. 

Please email me or make an appointment to see me if you have questions regarding the application. 

Download application here
Download rubric here
Download reference form here
Download Q & A here
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IODE BC 2021 ARTS AWARD

3/30/2021

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2 Arts awards available
Deadline: May 3, 2021

Download JR Awards application
Download SR Awards application
Arts Info
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Daisy Scholarship

3/30/2021

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 Available to ALL post-secondary students attending a prescribed university or college. Preference will be given to dependents of past and present Vanga employees and students of South Delta Secondary and Delta Secondary Schools. A defined educational path to gain marketable skills aimed at specific career goals. Involvement in service activities will be taken into consideration. 

See attached application form

Trade students are also encouraged to apply

This is a renewable scholarship and can be potentially worth up to $7,000 over 4 years

Due: May 14, 2021

Download application here
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Coast Capital Standing Tall Scholarship

3/11/2021

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​COAST CAPITAL YOUTH AWARD

It’s time once again for the Coast Capital Savings Youth Education Awards. As you may be aware, our Education Awards celebrate students who have overcome significant life challenges and succeeded during their school years. Our awards provide them with a financial boost as they transition to pursuing their post-secondary education.
 
This year, we’re once again offering 43 Standing Tall Awards, each worth $3500.00

Selection Criteria
To be eligible to receive a Standing Tall Award, students must meet these five requirements at the time that they apply:
- Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident;
- Must have been a resident in BC for at least six months;
- Must graduate from high school during the 2020/2021 school year, from one of 26 school districts in: Metro Vancouver, Fraser Valley, mid-Vancouver Island, southern Vancouver Island and Central and Northern Interior of BC;
- Must have plans to attend an accredited Canadian university, college or technical school in the 2021/2022 school year;
- Has not previously received a Youth Education Award.

Awarded to youth who have overcome adversity and have not only risen up against the odds, but are demonstrating a commitment to continue their education. This award is open to students who have faced challenges such as poverty, health, family issues,personal loss and lack of support.

DSS can nominate one student for this award. Please email me a paragraph indicating how you meet the criteria by March 30th. (Please make sure I also have your BRAG sheet in google docs)

Email: kjew@deltasd.bc.ca
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Clean Energy BC Scholarship

3/11/2021

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 We are pleased to announce that we will be offering a $1,000 student scholarship again this year, which will be awarded at our Annual General Meeting in June. 
 
This scholarship is for grade 12 students who are graduating in 2021. To apply for the scholarship, we ask that students submit a reference letter as well as a 500-word essay answering the question, “Why is clean energy important to me as a young person in BC?”
 
The application deadline is Thursday, May 20th and we will be contacting the winner in early June. Interested students can find more information on our website by clicking here:  
https://www.cleanenergybc.org/about/bc-student-scholarship-2021
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$1000 Hebden Chemistry Bursary Award

3/11/2021

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The $1000 bursary will be awarded to one student who has performed service for their school and/or community while maintaining grades in science that are necessary for success in a post-secondary education. 
• The student has or will have completed Chemistry 12 by the end of June 2021 
• The student can demonstrate plans to continue the study of chemistry, or studies related to Chemistry, at a recognized post-secondary institution 


https://westerncampus.ca/2021/03/09/2021-hebden-bursary-award/
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EFMABC

3/11/2021

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​The Educational Facility Managers Association of British Columbia is pleased to offer five $1,000.00 bursaries to graduates of the 2020/2021 school year. Our association is comprised of administrative and management personnel of school districts who are responsible for construction, maintenance, and custodial services, etc.
These bursaries are offered to secondary students completing their grade 12 year who will enter a recognized post secondary educational institution in the 2020/2021 term. Bursaries will be awarded based on academic achievement and/or special needs.
Preference will be given to students entering the fields of engineering, architecture, or building technology. Should there not be suitable applications received in these fields, students in other courses of study will be considered, however, all applicants MUST be dependents of school district employees in the school facilities area (i.e. Maintenance or Custodial).

​https://efmabc.com/bursaries/efmabc.com/bursaries/

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Delta Agricultural Advisory Committee Scholarship

3/10/2021

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DELTA AGRICULTURAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE SCHOLARSHIP

Worth: $2000
One award will be given to a high school student in their graduating year who resides in Delta and intends to seek post-secondary education in agriculture or a related field. Submit an application form along with an original project prepared by you, which highlights the role of agriculture in Delta.
Due: May 21
Download application form
Confirmation of Enrollment Form
Scholarship Eligibility and Conditions
Scholarship Poster

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Delta Hospital Auxiliary Student Bursary

3/10/2021

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DELTA HOSPITAL AUXILIARY STUDENT BURSARY

Each year Delta Hospital Auxiliary offers 6 bursaries of $1,500 each to students of Delta who are pursuing a career in the Medical field. The student must supply proof of residency in Delta for at least 2 year
Please see attached application forms. 
Download  information sheet here
Download application form here
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    Kim Jew

    Career and Post Secondary Advisor

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