Neepawa 2018 graduation scholarships and awards

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Published on Tuesday, July 24, 2018

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Neepawa Banner & Press

In the July 6 edition of the Neepawa Banner & Press, some of the NACI class of 2018 scholarship and award  listings were released. The rest of the listings are as follows:

Jeff McCannell Memorial Scholarship

This award gas been established in memory of Jeff McCannell and is presented to a student who is furthering their studies outside of the community at a university or college level. Preference is given to a student who has been active in both community run sports and high school sports at some time during their senior years at N.A.C.I. and have had a consistent average of 70% or more during their grade 11 and 12 years.

Zoie Forgue - $525.00

Mrs. A.K. And Inspector J. Butcher Scholarship

In June 1997 Mr. Butcher generously donated $100,000 to the Beautiful Plains Community Foundation in order to initiate a perpetual scholarship fund for graduates of Neepawa and Carberry Collegiates.

The recipient must have shown sincere intention to further their education at a university or college and have been strongly focused toward the end. He/She shall have achieved scholastically at a satisfactory level.

Logan Enns - $2,542.50

Westman Award of Excellence Scholarship

The Westman Award of Excellence Scholarship being presented today is part of a total of $16,000 being contributed by Westman Communities Group to over 30 high schools in the communities that Westman serves.

Since the introduction of this program Westman and its customers have contributed over $200,000 toward the Westman Award of Excellence Scholarship.

Westman is pleased to support students who volunteer their time, excel in academics and want to stay in Manitoba while pursuing education and careers that involve technology. We want to recognize the efforts of youth who impact our communities in a positive way and we thank our customers who support us so that we can acknowledge these deserving students.

Katie McKay - $500.00

Olive Cupiss Memorial Scholarship

This award was established in honor of Olive Cupiss by her husband, Jack and her daughter, Pat. Olive Cupiss grew up in Neepawa and held a life-long interest in the Humanities.

The award is presented to a student who is entering the University of Manitoba in a humanities or social science program with a grade 12 average of 75% or over.

Jodi Anderson - $2,325.00

Rosedale Centennial Scholarship

The Rural Municipality of Rosedale celebrated in Centennial in 1984. The organizing committee decided to recognise a graduating student from N.A.C.I. by presenting a $500.00 scholarship to a student using the following criteria:

The student is a resident of the municipality of Rosedale.

Is going on to further studies, preferably at a Community College.

The student must have a good academic performance lebel.

Joseph Plourde - $500.00

Vivian Motor Hotel Scholarship

This award is presented annually to a student who is continuing his/her education at a community college level in either hotel/restaurant administration, marketing, business or related area, preferably in the foods and service field. This award is based on sound character and academic standing.

Hydee Vierneza - $1,000.00

Town of Neepawa Scholarship

The Town of Neepawa will award one $500.00 scholarship to a Town of Neepawa resident graduating from N.A.C.I. The student must be enrolled in a full-time certificate or diploma program at an accredited community college or university, furthering their education in a Municipal-related field such as administration, business, tourism, recreation, economic development or water and wastewater treatment.

Sage Pollock - $500.00

Mental Health Scholarship

This scholarship has been established by an anonymous donor and is to be awarded to someone who is enrolled in or plans to pursue in either mental health or the addictions field. The candidate must show empathy and compassion to other students and a willingness to help his/her peers.

Jeasela Gutierrez

Betty-Ann Bremner Memorial Scholarship

This award is offered to a high school graduate who has completed at least two geography credits at N.A.C.I (Grade 10-12) and who is registered at a Brandon University for at least 3 credit hours in geography. Selection criteria includes academic merit and school citizenship.

Brooke McDonald - $600.00

Whitmore Family Scholarship

William and Mina Whitmore were long-time residents of Neepawa and their five children completed high school in Neepawa. Mr. Whitmore was a former mayor of Neepawa and his business took him throughout the Beautiful Plains region. They understood the value of education, especially for rural students. In recognition of the importance of post-secondary education and to acknowledge the many benefits the family enjoyed during their years in Neepawa and Beautiful Plains, their daughter, Dr. Edna Becker has established the Whitmore Family Scholarship. This year, the annual scholarship will be awarded to two graduates from N.A.C.I who are registered for post-secondary education either at a university or college.

The student must have good academic standing, show leadership and sportsmanship qualities, active participation and contribution to the school and/or community. Consideration will be given to a student having to relocate in order to pursue his/her academic studies.

Kylie Birch, Graeme Chapman - $1,045.00 each

Roy Lewis Endowment Fund

The Roy Lewis Endowment Fund is presented annually to a graduate of N.A.C.I. who will be furthering their education. The recipient must be from the RM of Glenella-Lansdowne.

Naomi Plett - $500

Governor General’s Bronze Medal

This medal is awarded to the graduating student with the highest average in Grade 11 and 12 courses. The average includes all grade 11 and 12 courses as listed on the student’s official Transcript of Grades.

Vicky Elgert - 94.4%

Hylife Foods Academic Excellence Award

This award is awarded to the student with the highest average in Grade 11 and 12. The student must be furthering his/her education.

Vicky Elgert - $1,000.00

Neepawa Lions CLub Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to the top, all-round student based upon academic performance, character, school involvement, citizenship and qualities of leadership. The recipient must further his/her education within 2 years.

Vicky Elgert - $2,000.00

Neepawa Rotary Club Scholarship

A scholarship that is awarded to a runner up to the top, all-round student based upon academic performance, character, school involvement, citizenship and qualities of leadership. The recipient must be furthering their education within 1 year.

Logan Enns - $2,000.00

Neepawa Elks Scholarship

A scholarship that is awarded to a runner up to the top, all round student based upon academic performance, character, school involvement, citizenship and qualities of leadership. The recipient must be furthering their education within 2 years.

Paul Hiller - $1,000.00

The Neepawa Kin Club Scholarship

A scholarship that is awarded to a runner up to the top, all round student based upon academic performance, character, school involvement, citizenship and qualities of leadership. The recipient must be furthering their education within 2 years.

Jodi Anderson - $1,000.00

Addendum from the editor:

In the graduation section of the July 6 edition of the Banner & Press, a pair of name were  inadvertently missed from the NACI Principal’s Honour Roll. Jeasela Gutierrez and Darren Galura were also awarded pins for attaining an academic average of 90 per cent or better. The Banner & Press apologies for the omissions