Grades 6-12 Technology Scholarship
The Technology Scholarship recognizes outstanding achievement in technology-based learning. The BCSSA and Apple Canada invite BC public school students in grades 6–12 to design a website for an opportunity to receive a scholarship prize of an Apple iPad. There are seven iPad awards, one in each of the grade-level entry categories: Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12.
This year we would like students to design a website for a school or community group. Please read the flyer for more details about the program.
Grade 12 Essay Scholarship
The Grade 12 Essay Scholarship provides financial assistance to BC public school students planning to pursue a teaching career. One scholarship winner will be chosen among finalists from each of the BCSSA's six regional chapters by a committee of educators. The winner will receive $1000, and the five finalists will receive $200 each. In addition to submitting an essay (1000 words maximum), applicants must provide a transcript of grades and two letters of reference attesting to school/community leadership.
The topic for the 2013 Grade 12 Essay Scholarship is "Technology as learning tool - How might schools utilize technology effectively to enhance student learning?"