HAROLD M. BRATHWAITE S.S. COMMENCEMENT AWARDS
Anti-Violence:
In memory of Atinder Singh who died in January 2007, this medal will be awarded to the graduating student who has carried the message of anti-violence to the school and/or the broader community.
Community Outreach:
This medal is awarded to the graduating student who, through their course work and/or community involvement, has had a positive influence in the community beyond the school.
Engaged Citizenship:
This medal will be awarded to the graduating student who demonstrates exemplary citizenship either in school or in the community.
Environmental Responsibility:
This medal will be awarded to the graduating student who provides direction to the student body and informs our response to global warming in a way that makes a positive difference.
Social Justice:
This medal will be awarded to the graduating student who fosters a positive, inclusive community where members are empowered and diversity is valued.
Principal’s Award for Student Leadership:
This award is awarded to a graduating student who, throughout their years at HB, has demonstrated leadership in ways that contribute to a positive interdependence among all members of the school community through communication, collaboration and cooperation.
HB Award:
This award is the highest category of awards presented to a graduating student who has demonstrated engagement in at least two areas (i.e. extra-curricular, athletics, community, leadership, citizenship or any of the areas for Blizzard Medals) in addition to showing exceptional academic achievement.
Atinder Singh Memorial Fund Bursary:
Atinder Singh’s parents and family, along with the graduation class of 2007 established this bursary award in his memory. This bursary is awarded to a graduating student pursuing post-secondary education in apprenticeship, college, or university who has gone above and beyond to promote anti-violence in the school and/or broader community.
Harold M. Brathwaite and HB Staff Bursary Award:
Harold M. Brathwaite and the HB staff established this bursary award to provide financial support for a student to continue their education. Graduating students enrolled in a post-secondary educational program who require financial support, are eligible for this award. In Mr. Brathwaite’s words, “No one should be denied a post-secondary education merely for financial reasons”.
Dream Believe Succeed:
This award, named after our school motto, will be awarded to a graduating student in apprenticeship, co-op, or any pathway who has followed a dream, believed in themselves, and succeeded beyond expectations.
Armark Award
•a student who is in financial needs
•a role model/a good member of the HB community
•a student who is pursuing post-secondary education