Thinking of studying in the USA, and would like to write the SAT?? 

There's still time to register for and take the SAT this school year!  You can register by April 18 for the May 3 SAT, or by May 22 for the June 7 administration.  You can write the SAT when you're in grade 11 or 12.  The SAT will focus on your "Reading, Writing, Math" skills.  Ultimately, the best time to write the SAT depends on your individual circumstances, academic preparedness, and university application plans. It's essential to consult with your school counsellor or Career Advisor to determine the best strategy for your situation. 

March 13, April 10, May 10th - UBC Forestry Program - Online Information Session 

Are you passionate about the environment, sustainability, and managing our forests??  UBCs Wood Science programwould be an excellent option for students interested in engineering and building with wood. Teachers, counsellors, and parents are also welcome to join!

In these online sessions, you can learn about:

• Exploring major environmental challenges in your first year and using this knowledge to select a major later
• Our undergraduate programs, including Natural Resources, Urban Forestry, and Indigenous Land Stewardship
• Meeting our advisors and getting questions answered
• Exciting career paths in forestry and co-op opportunities
• Life at UBC and our vibrant campus
• Financial aid and scholarship options
• Clubs and extracurricular activities          
• To register, please visit: https://forestry.ubc.ca/events/undergraduate-info-sessions-2024-2025/?utm_source=Outlook&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=Canadian%20High%20School%20outreach%20-%20Email
• All sessions will begin at 4 pm until 5 pm (PST). 

MAR 8/25 UBC Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences 10:00am - 12:30pm

The UBC Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences offers the only program in the province that leads to licensure as a pharmacist in BC – the Entry-to-Practice Doctor of Pharmacy program.  Students are eligible to apply for this program after completing the equivalent to 2 full years of undergraduate studies at UBC.  In addition, they also offer a Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences program for direct entry upon high school graduation that lead to careers in the pharmaceutical industry.
They are offering an opportunity for students in grades 10 – 12 to explore careers as pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists that they hope you can help share with your students who are considering a career in the healthcare professions.
Join the race and come out victorious in Discover Pharmacy - The Snake Game Edition offered by UBC Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Go through challenges in our pharmacy labs and hunt for clues around the Story of Medicine.  The Snake Game is designed for you to have fun while getting to know what pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists do. Register before Monday, March 3, 2025 at 4:00pm to secure your spot at https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2lUEBBNWcj4Gmzk?Origin=Mail

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Saturday, March 8th, 2025 - 10th Annual Humanitarian in Training Conference (UBC-Red Cross Club) 

The UBC Red Cross Club is hosting its 10th Annual Humanitarians in Training Conference on 

Over the last nine conferences, they have welcomed over 750 student leaders from schools across the Greater Vancouver Area. This conference provides an immersive environment where delegates engage in activities, workshops, and discussions centered around key humanitarian issues. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to hear from and network with members of local non-profit organizations. They aim to offer motivated student leaders a valuable platform to connect, collaborate, and contribute to impactful projects.

This year, they are inviting our school to send student delegates to attend the conference. Each delegate will be required to pay a $5 registration fee. However, if 6 or more delegates from our school attend, the fee will be waived for all participants from our school. 

If you're interested, please contact me (Mr. Ng)

Langara College Open House - April 3, 2025 (4pm - 8pm)

Join us for Langara's Open House on Thursday, April 3, 2025, from 4pm to 8pm! This event is open to the community and future students.

What to Expect:

• Free Application Fees: Apply at the event and get the application fee waived.
• Tuition Prize Draw: Enter to win 1 of 10 $1,000 tuition vouchers.
• Lab & Studio Tours: See our learning spaces in action.
• Hands-On Activities: Interactive workshops and info sessions.
• Meet Faculty & Students: Get insights from instructors and current students.
• Food Trucks & Giveaways: Enjoy free snacks and Langara merch.

To browse for all upcoming scholarships, you can simply refer to the CALENDAR (above). Scholarships that are posted on this calendar are "external" scholarships that are granted by companies/organizations (government), institutions (banks/Universities/Colleges), and are highlighted in blue.  HBS (In-school) scholarship are NOW available.  To apply, please go to: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=mm_zj9hyJkWPzpJxkJGm7LL5EBaVSvhLvYSCnAJPPE5UOUlIQjEzWVNMVE01TDFSNVdFVTRGUklZWi4u

All scholarships will be posted on this page on this calendar. This calendar has been updated and will continue to do so throughout the school year. It is always best to keep in mind of the applications deadlines for these scholarships to ensure that you have plenty of time to apply to them as some scholarships require much time and attention than others.

The scholarships that I've posted below are posted on our calendar. 

Alpha Gamma Delta UBC Entrance Award ($2000)

Alpha Gamma Delta is an international women's organization committed to providing opportunities

for personal development, service to others and a lifelong community. Inspired by common values,

Alpha Gamma Delta connects, empowers and celebrates our members to lead lives of significance

that positively impact their communities.

The Alpha Gamma Delta UBC Entrance Award is a $2,000 award for an outstanding all-round

female secondary school graduate entering the University of British Columbia (UBC) - Vancouver in

September 2025. We look for students with a sense of purpose who exemplify the values that have

defined Alpha Gamma Delta since our founding in 1904. Application deadline: March 15, 2025.

For details and to apply, visit this site:  http://www.agdubc.ca/entrance-award

RSCS Education Scholarships
Value: $5,000 each
Available Awards: 50
Deadline: April 1, 2025

Eligibility:

• Must have participated in the Royal Canadian Sea Cadet program for at least 24 months.
• Must be applying to a post-secondary program (university, college, or training leading to certification).
• Open to cadets aging out, those continuing education after their first year, or those taking a gap year (up to 24 months).

Exclusion: Not available for those enrolling in the Canadian Forces Regular Officer Training Plan.

What to Submit:

1. Cadet Information Card
2. Personal Letter (max 2 pages)
3. CV/Biography detailing achievements, community work, and Cadet experience
4. 2-3 Letters of Recommendation (including one from your Commanding Officer)
5. Final Year Mid-term Marks
6. Letter of Acceptance from the institution you plan to attend

How to Apply: https://canadianseacadetscholarships.ca/how-to-apply/

Hello Grade 12s,

Applying to a Post Secondary institution requires several important steps you need to follow. Before you begin your first application, you will need to visit https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/ and create an account. From this site, you will be able to choose your Post Secondary schools; it is recommended to apply to more than ONE school (at least 3 ) to ensure you get into one school. If you're unsure how many schools to apply for, please contact me.   It is always a good idea to apply to a public college (Langara College, KPU, Douglas to name a few) as a back up. Once you've created your personal account on the educationplannerbc website, you will be able to begin your application to your selected PSIs (Post Secondary Institutions). If you scroll further down from this page, you'll see that I've also attached a guide on those important steps to your Post secondary application.

Application Process
Step 1: Apply online.
Apply early! Many schools begin accepting applications as early as September. Langara
College, BCIT fills several programs on a first qualified, first admitted basis. Universities like
UBC, SFU, UVic will open up their application portal October 1st.
Visit websites of the post-secondary schools of interest to confirm the application process and
deadlines. Deadlines can be as early as December.  To be sure, please check their website to confirm the dates. 

• BC Post-Secondary Schools: Several BC post-secondary schools, including UVIC and
  Camosun, offer online application through the Education Planner BC website.
• Alberta Post-Secondary Schools: Several Alberta post-secondary schools offer online
  application through the ApplyAlberta website.
• Ontario Post-Secondary Schools: Application for Ontario post-secondary programs
  may be completed online at the Ontario Universities Application Centre website (OUAC- Ontario Universities Application Centre).
• U.S.A.: Application for many universities in the United States may be completed online
  at the Common Application website.
  Check your email regularly after you have applied. Some post-secondary schools will have you
  sign up for an college/university applicant account that includes an email. Be sure to check that
  account and email often as well for messages regarding your admission status and lists of things
  you need to do.
  Step 2: Arrange to have your marks forwarded to the post-secondary school(s) on the
  Student Transcripts Services (STS) website.
  To register for STS, you will first need to register for a “basic” BCeID (BC Electronic ID). Be
  sure to make note of the BCeID and password you create.
  Then log in to the Student Transcripts Services site using your BCeID. Once you are logged
  in, select the post-secondary schools you’d like to share your transcript with.
  Helpful Videos from the Ministry of Education
• STS Help Videos:
  – Registering for a BCeID and Accessing Student Transcripts Service
  – How to Order and/or Send a Transcript to a Post-Secondary Institution
  – How to Send a Transcript to an Employer, Yourself, or Anyone
  Step 3: If you plan to apply to a university in the U.S.A., plan to write the S.A.T. or A.C.T.
  More information at:
  S.A.T.: https://sat.collegeboard.org/home
  A.C.T.: https://www.act.org/

Step 4: Self-report your grades.
Many schools (UBC, SFU & UVIC) require that you “self-report” your grades. Instructions are generally provided on the self-reporting process by the institution. Be sure to log into the student account that you have set up to find these instructions.  Other schools
require you to send a paper transcript. Be sure you understand the requirements of the schools
for which you are applying.
Step 5: Apply for scholarships, bursaries, and student loans.
Visit the Financial Aid website of the post-secondary school you plan to attend.
Be sure to check out their Scholarships, Bursaries, and also read their criteria/requirements to see
if you meet them before you apply. If you’re applying for a student loan, visit the studentaidbc
website. If you require any assistance, you could either make an appointment with me (Mr. Ng) or send me an email @ hng@sd38.bc.ca 

Volunteer Work can be found in the following websites:

City of Richmond - https://www.richmond.ca/parks-recreation/about/volunteer.htm

RCRG - https://www.rcrg.org/VolunteerNow

Richmond Family Place - https://www.richmondfamilyplace.ca/volunteering/

Upcoming Volunteer Opportunity

Stay tuned for upcoming opportunities.