WGSS Gator News for Grads Newsletter #13 Follow us @GatorFutures May 7, 2019

This will be our last Gator News for this school year. It has been a pleasure working with this year’s Grads of 2019! You are a considerate, kind, and encouraging group of students who have invested in others and impacted our community in positive ways. We are proud of you for what you have accomplished and excited to hear about your future plans! On behalf of the Counselling and Careers Department, we wish the graduates of 2019 the very best.

Grad Reminders The Dry Grad ticket sale kick off is on Thursday, May 9th in the Cafeteria at 1:30. Bring signed permission forms and $60. Dinner and Dance payment and guest passes must be submitted to the office by your table captain by May 17th. Tickets are $75 each. Parents are welcome to attend. Did you get your extra ceremony tickets? Check at the office the week of May 13th. Check your Grad Info Package for the times and dates to pick up your Grad ceremony tickets and cap and gown. Don’t forget your $50 V-Stole deposit! Any questions about Grad can be directed to Mrs. Sargeant in the office or asargeant@sd35.bc.ca

Grad Stage Narratives English 12 and Communications 12 teachers have asked their students to submit a 150 character quote to be read when the student crosses the stage at the Convocation Ceremony. The link for this is Grad Stage Narrative. The deadline to have this completed is May 15th.

Scholarship Recognition

Afternoon The majority of students who submitted a WGSS + District Scholarship Application form will be receiving an invitation to the Scholarship Recognition event. The invitations were sent to the students’ email on Thursday, May 14th. This special afternoon will be Tuesday, June 4th starting at 3:45 pm in our school cafeteria. Donors and other members of the community will make presentations to our award winners. Students are asked to RSVP by Wednesday, May 22nd. Students who would like to have their “Evidence of Involvement” documents, pictures or medals returned can see Ms. Docherty in the Counselling Centre as the scholarship committee has finished with these items.

Scholarships + Post-

Secondary Plans The Counselling Department keeps track of the students who are awarded scholarships and this information is then used when students cross the stage at convocation. Grads: We know some of you are still making decisions about which offer to accept, and this effects which scholarships are available to you. As you confirm your post-secondary plans, please complete the GoogleDoc: Scholarship and Post-Secondary Plans. This information will be checked until June 14th and added to the grad stage narrative that you submitted. We will have added the District and WGSS scholarships but you need to tell us about other awards you have received.

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University Up-Dates

UBC

UBC Offers of Admission for Sept 2019 Entry Admissions decisions are rolling out now and will continue into May. Click here for more details. Students must remember their offer is conditional and the terms are outlined in their letter of admission. The process and timeline of offers is as follows: 1. May - review and verify grades for students who

received first-round offers. Concerns, UBC will contact student directly.

2. July - Final grades reviewed and offer confirmed. Concerns: UBC will contact student directly. Click here for more details.

Admitted to UBC - Now What? Next Steps Okanagan Campus Students can visit the Student Service Centre for assistance with next steps, such as course registration, course planning, and finances. Next Steps Vancouver Campus Students who have been admitted to the Vancouver campus and have accepted their offer will be assigned an Enrolment Services Advisor (ES Advisor) for the duration of their degree. ES Advisors help students navigate UBC, from making a budget or applying for loans to connecting with academic services and health resources. Students can expect an email from their ES Advisor starting May 8th. Click here for more details. Course Registration Dates Student will can find their personalized registration date and time by logging in to the SSC and selecting Registration or Course Schedule. Students will be sent an email approximately two weeks before winter registration opens. Students need to check and update their email address on the SSC to make sure they get this email.

Financial Planning, Student Loans and Bursaries Find out how much it's going to cost, how to apply for student loans and bursaries available for first year students here. Registration Deposit Referral Options Most students are required to pay a non-refundable deposit in the Student Service Centre when they accept their offer of admission to UBC. The acceptance deposit counts as your first registration deposit, and is applied to your tuition fees after you register for classes. There are some exceptions. If you’re receiving a major award or sponsorship funding – from UBC or a third party – and that funding is delayed, your registration deposit may be deferred until the rest of your tuition fees are due. If you’ve self-identified as an Aboriginal person of Canada, your registration deposit will be automatically deferred in an effort to support students who are being funded by third parties, including their band or Nation. Click here for more details. June 3/19 - Summer Programs for Aboriginal Students Okanagan Campus Application Deadline Aboriginal Programs and Services on UBC's Okanagan campus is hosting an Indigenous Summer Leadership Camp (Grades 10–12). The program is free and includes food, accommodation, and programming, but not travel costs. Click here for more details. June 15/19 - Diversity in Mathematics High School Math Day Camp Application Deadline Open to grade 10, 11 or 12's. For students who find math stimulating and fun and want to learn more. Opportunity to learn more about how a math would be helpful for a future career? Students get a chance to meet undergraduates in science majors studying in universities nationwide and learn about their journey from high school to university? Camp runs from July 22 to Aug 8/18. Click here for more details.

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_______________________________________________________________________________________________ Capilano University

Capilano University is happy to announce that they are still accepting applications for select programs for Fall 2019. Program Areas still accepting applications are listed below.

Faculty of Arts & Sciences

School of Business

School of Communication

IDEA School of Design

School of Global Stewardship

All applications for Admissions should be submitted by June 1, 2019 so they can be processed prior to the commencement of course registration on July 8, 2019. For inquires about application deadlines for programs not listed below, please reach out to the recruitment team directly at recruitment@capilanou.ca or 604-986.1911 ext. 7468. University of Calgary

The following tools are available to support students with their upcoming course registration at U of C:

New Student Registration Assistance (NSRA): The NSRA team is available from May 2 – August 30 to teach students the skills they need to successfully register in classes at the University of Calgary. To connect with the NSRA team, please click here

First year degree guide: Click here to see the list of recommended courses a first-year student should select

Schedule Builder: Schedule builder is a web-based tool to help students build potential class schedules.

Dalhousie University

Course registration for first-year students will open on June 8, 2019. The course registration process is a brand new experience for most first-year students who have different styles of learning and support preferences.

Dalhousie's Bissett Student Success Centre in Halifax and the Student Success Centre in Truro, in partnership with Dalhousie admissions, have developed a multi-pronged support program that is tailored to the varying needs of students, called Register On Track Register On Track programming provides students with support on key topics:

Terms and vocabulary used at Dalhousie How to use your course planning worksheet How to read the academic timetable How to consider your academic and career

goals while creating your schedule How to register for courses Why and how to connect with your advisor

From self-directed online resources to webinars, on-campus workshops and individual appointments, whether in-person, by phone or via Skype, students can access support in a variety of ways that suit their individual needs at different times and in any location. Click here to view all of the options for accessing course planning and registration. Thompson Rivers University

Thompson Rivers University is offering a new program, Bachelor of Engineering in Software Engineering. The admissions for the Fall 2019 entry is now open and they are accepting applications until May 15, 2019. Apply now. For more information, please visit tru.ca/se . Admission Requirements: High School Admission Requirements 1. BC Grade 12 (or equivalent). 2. English 12 with a minimum of 67% (or

equivalent). 3. Pre-Calculus 12 with a minimum of 67% (or

equivalent). 4. Physics 12 with a minimum of 67% (or

equivalent). 5. Chemistry 12 with a minimum of 67% (or

equivalent). (You will still be considered for admission if you do not fulfill the Chemistry 12 requirements, however you may have to complete an extra Chemistry course)

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_______________________________________________________________________________________________ TRU is processing applications and making admission decisions as they receive them if the applicant fulfills the entrance requirements. March 1, 2019 is the deadline to apply, however, space permitting, applications may also be accepted after this date. Kwantlen Polytechnic University

KPU is offering a Turf Management Diploma. This is a two year full-time program that students also have the option to complete part-time. This program is transferable into several KPU degree programs. KPU Turf grads often work as Golf Superintendents or Sportsfield Managers. See KPU’s website for a program overview, curriculum and relevant links. Potential students are welcome to visit KPU’s Langley Campus for a personal guided tour. E-mail Stan Kazymerchyk, Turf Management Instructor, at stan.kazymerchyk@kpu.ca for more information. Douglas College

Applications deadlines for Sport Science For students interested in the Fall intake, the deadline is May 1, and for the Winter intake it is on October 1. More information is available on the website. Auditions for our Music programs Students applying for Music programs including Music Technology Diploma and Music Therapy Foundation will have the opportunity to do their auditions on April 26 & 27, May 24 & 25, and June 7 & 8. For more details and for booking, please see the Auditions and Assessment page. Last Theatre auditions The last day of spring auditions for Fall 2019 intake to the Theatre Program is April 26. More information here.

Campus tours Students can take advantage of their spare time this summer and join go on a campus tour. Whether students have already applied or haven’t quite decided, campus tours are a great opportunity to learn more about Douglas College. The schedule from now until the end of May is:

Tuesdays, 1pm at the Coquitlam Campus Wednesdays, 10am at the New Westminster

Campus Thursdays, 1pm at the New Westminster

Campus Special group tours can be arranged at your

most convenient time Students are encouraged to register now. Math Upgrading equivalences A reminder to students upgrading math: MATU 0410 and MATU 0411 can be used as equivalence courses for Foundations 11 and Principles of Math 11 at Douglas College. For more information, please visit the Math Upgrading website. On Douglas’ Math Advising page, students can use the Math Course Pathway flow chart. It breaks down the sequencing of math courses based on what level a student may qualify for and what pre-requisites they might meet for the math subjects with the high school course and marks. ELLA Assessment The English Language Learning and Acquisition program, welcomes domestic and international students who wish to improve their English for academic study. The intake assessment for summer classes is on April 23. Remember that domestic students have free tuition in ELLA. For more information, email ella@douglascollege.ca or call 604-527-5463.

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_______________________________________________________________________________________________ University of Saskatchewan

Admission deadlines Many programs at USask are still accepting applications. These are the deadlines to apply to begin in Fall 2019.

Engineering is June 1 Edwards School of Business is June 1 Arts and Science is August 15 for Canadian

citizens and permanent residents Refer to Requirements and Deadlines web page for the most up-to-date information. Class registration for first-year students is scheduled to open on Saturday, June 15. Students can find their registration opening time in PAWS after Friday, May 10

Important Deadlines June

June 1 – deadline to accept offer for most institutions

June 6 – McGill – deadline to request residency

June 8 – Queen’s – deadline to pay deposit for residency

Early June – begin applying for Student Loan

Scholarship Info. Lotus Light Charity Society Scholarship

$500 (x10)

Deadline: May 15th

Lotus Light Scholarship Info Pacific Leaders: Scholarships for Children of

Public Servants

$2,500 (x60)

Deadline: May 17th

Pacific Leaders Scholarship Info

FVSSA Scholarship

$750(x6)

The Fraser Valley Secondary Schools’ Athletic Association (F.V.S.S.A.) Scholarships are open to both boys and girls; with a minimum of two scholarships awarded to a candidate of each gender who most fully displays to the Selection Committee the all-round qualities exemplified by the Selection Criteria. The Selection Committee, will be looking for candidates who have participated in one of the sports recognized by the F.V.S.S.A. or who have provided support to one of these sports programs through coaching or in a support role. They will also be looking for candidates who have shown strong community service, have excellent academic skills, and who plan to pursue sport science through a post-secondary institution, and the ability to serve, work with, and lead others.

Deadline: May 15th

Please see FVSSAA website for complete criteria as well as the application form

Jean Lumb Awards

$1,000 (x7)

Deadline: May 21st

Jean Lumb Award Info BC Aviation Council Scholarship: Anderson

Family Flight Training

$5,000 (x1)

Deadline: May 31st

BC Aviation Scholarship Info Brain Tumor Survivor Award

Up to $5,000

The Youth Education awards are only open to survivors of a pediatric brain tumour (all tumour types considered).

Information is confirmed by submitting the completed Medical Eligibility Form with your application.

Deadline: May 31st

Complete Guidelines and Application Information

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_______________________________________________________________________________________________ Husky Energy Aboriginal Award

$5,000(x3); $3,500(x2)

Scholarship preference will be given to students with demonstrated financial need, as well as those with work experience and community involvement

Relevant fields of study: preference will be given to applicants studying Business, Engineering, Geosciences, Environmental Studies, Computer Sciences, Law, and skilled trades, including Power Engineering and Instrumentation Technician

Apply online directly For assistance, contact Universities Canada

Deadline: May 31st

Information and Application

MADD

$8,000 (x1); $4,000 (x5)

This Bursary may be awarded to selected, qualified Canadian students who have had an immediate family member (mother, father, legal guardian or sibling) killed in an impaired driving-related crash and who are pursuing upcoming, full-time post-secondary education at an approved provincial Ministry institution

Deadline: May 31st

MADD Bursary Info Betty Spalton – Road Building Trades

$1,500 (x2)

This scholarship is available to students entering or continuing studies leading to a career in road building, road maintenance or heavy construction

Preference will be given to students who are female and/or members of minority groups

Applications should include: 1. A brief 250 - 500 word essay explaining

interest in obtaining an education in the field and career goals

2. Transcripts from any secondary and post-secondary institutions attended

3. A current resume

Deadline: May 31st

Complete Guidelines and Information

Grace Family Network

$500 (x3)

The Grace Family Network Foundation has established a scholarship fund to award deserving high school graduates in financial need. The awards are intended to encourage students who are pursuing a post-secondary education and who have demonstrated not only academic achievement but also interest in their communities

An essay is required

Any question regarding this scholarship or application process can be directed to: awards@gfnf.org

Deadline: May 31st

Application and Information Bayer Fund Opportunity Scholarship

Up to $1,500

Available to Canadian high school students eligible to graduate from high school in 2019, and planning to enroll at a Canadian post-secondary institution (degree or diploma) in a first-year agriculture, food science, or culinary program.

The scholarship is based on academic standards and leadership in the community

Deadline: May 31st

Application and Information SOAR Philanthropic Society

$1,000 (x25)

The SOAR Scholarships will be for the following categories: academics, adversity, athletics, community engagement, culinary arts, entrepreneurship and innovation, health and mindfulness, leadership, skilled trades, social justice and law, and visual and performing arts

Deadline: May 31st

Application and Information

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_______________________________________________________________________________________________ Leavitt Machinery Scholarship Program

$500

Applicant must plan to attend a post-secondary institution in a degree program (2 years +) in September 2019

Minimum current GPA of 3.0 or higher

An essay is required

Deadline: June 1st

Application and Information

Teachers of Inclusive Education BC (TIE-BC)

$500 (x4)

The goal of these scholarships is to help BC public school students with Ministry of Education designations achieve their dreams of higher education.

Successful applicants must have attended a BC public school; have a Ministry of Education designation and experience challenges that can impede academic success; and be entering or be enrolled in a full-time post-secondary program at a recognized Canadian institution

Please submit applications to the President of TIE BC tiebcpresident@gmail.com

Deadline: June 1st

Application and Information Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation

Up to $5,000

Applicants must be: 1. A citizen or permanent resident of Canada 2. Diagnosed with Crohn's disease or ulcerative

colitis by a health care professional 3. Seeking a diploma, associate,

undergraduate, or graduate degree from a Canadian university, college or trade school

4. Enrolled in or awaiting acceptance from a Canadian-based post-secondary educational institution for the 2019 fall semester

5. A student who demonstrates academic aspiration and strives to sustain an optimal level of wellness in spite of their Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis

An essay is required.

Deadline: June 1st

Application and Information

NRTF Bursaries

$2,000 (x75)

Interested and eligible BC First Nation students are encouraged to apply. Successful applicants will be eligible for a maximum of four consecutive years of undergraduate post-secondary funding. Scholarships are awarded annually and students must re-apply for any subsequent years.

Deadline: June 6th

Application and Information

NRTF Scholarships

$5,000 (x40)

Interested and eligible BC First Nation students are encouraged to apply for the NRT Foundation Post-Secondary Scholarship Awards. Successful applicants will be eligible for a maximum of four consecutive years of undergraduate post-secondary funding. Scholarships are awarded annually and students must re-apply for any subsequent years.

Deadline: June 13th

Application and Information The Sabrina Shannon Memorial Award

$1,000 (x2)

This award is dedicated to Sabrina Shannon, an inspiring teenager who suffered a fatal anaphylactic reaction in 2003

Eligible applicants must be a Canadian resident and enrolled at a post-secondary institution

An essay is required (see website for details)

Deadline: June 14th

Sabrina Shannon Award Information Envision Financial Awards Program

Envision offers $2,000 (x11) + $2,500 (x2) education awards for Outstanding Community Involvement and the Full Cupboard Volunteer Awards

Applications will only be accepted online

Deadline: June 15th

Application and Information

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_______________________________________________________________________________________________ Automotive Industries Association of

Canada Scholarship

$1,000 (x1)

Applicants must be enrolled in a college-level program, university or an accredited automotive program. Applicants must be enrolled for September of the year you are applying.

Priority will be given to those pursuing a career in the automotive aftermarket

Deadline: June 15th

Application and Information Global Lift Equipment

$500

All applicants must be currently attending or planning on attending a post-secondary institution in Canada or the US in the fall of 2019 and must be residents of Canada or the US

Applicants must have a GPA of 2.5 or greater

A short story is required

Deadline: June 15th

Application and Information Credit Union Foundation of BC Bursaries

Up to $3,000

All applicants must have a demonstrated financial need

Applicants must be B.C. residents who are Canadian Citizens, a permanent resident of Canada or designated as a protected person

Applicants must be in attendance at a public Canadian post-secondary school when the application is submitted

Programs of study may be academic, vocational, technical, or technological

Credit Union members are eligible for up to 2 awards per year. Non-members are eligible for a one-time award

Deadline: June 15th

Application and Information

Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC)

Scholarship

$4,000 (x2); $3,000 (x2); $2,000 (x4); $1,000 (x7)

The scholarships are awarded based on the merit of the 800-word essay, YouTube video, infographic or song according to the topic determined for the given year.

The program consists of 14 scholarships for dependent children of PSAC members and three scholarships for PSAC members who are returning to university, college or a recognized institute of higher learning on a full-time basis.

PSAC members must be in good standing as of March 31st of the current year

Deadline: June 28th

Application and Information Automotive Retailers Foundation (ARFI)

$1,000 (x7 = 2 scholarships + 5 bursaries)

The ARFI is dedicated to promoting the Automotive Industry as a viable source of employment in BC and to help students gain the training and experience they need to become certified technicians

Deadline: June 30th

Application and Information Childhood Cancer Survivor Scholarship

$5,000 (x10); $1,500 one time 1. TEVA Canada Scholarship: o A one-time $5,000 award that will be granted

to a maximum of ten students entering (or already enrolled in) pharmacy, medicine, or health sciences post-graduate programs of study. Students may be in any year of their studies provided that they are enrolled in school for the fall term that the scholarships are awarded in

2. Childhood Cancer Scholarship: o A one-time $1,500 award for students in any

university, college, or vocational training program. Students may be in any year of their studies provided that they are enrolled in school for the fall term that the scholarships are awarded in

Deadline: June 30th

Childhood Cancer Scholarship Info

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_______________________________________________________________________________________________ Elmer Helm Youth Fund

$1,500 (x4)

The fund is not primarily an academic competition. Evidence of strong academic achievement and potential is important. However, it is equally important that the applicant has demonstrated a significant contribution to the life of their community to exemplify the Neighbourhood House ideal of community services.

Application procedures (please note that there is no application form): 1. A letter from the candidate outlining

personal and career goals, and an explanation of why the candidate believes he or she should be selected for the award

2. Three letters of reference from members of the community or from school

3. Documentation regarding academic standing and other accomplishments

Deadline: June 30th

Application and Information Public Works Association of BC

$1,000

Applicants must be an employee of a member municipality or public works agency or child of such employee. Membership is defined as any member of APWA in the BC Chapter

Must be for full-time attendance at a post-secondary institute

Students must take a full course load and be enrolled for at least two semesters

First priority given to students required to leave home in order to attend school

Second priority to students enrolling for the first time

Deadline: June 30th

Application and Information

Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of

BC

$2,500

The APEG Foundation offers several entry scholarships to BC high school graduates entering engineering or earth science programs at UBC, UVic, SFU, BCIT and UNBC. The entry scholarships are awarded on the basis of a combination of factors, including academic standing, extracurricular activities, financial need and a student statement

Deadline: June 30th

Application and Information Blue Wave Mental Health Bursary

Up to $700 each (x2) CRITERIA: 1. Have experienced a significant mental

health or substance use problem and are accessing treatment and support

2. Can demonstrate financial need 3. Under the age of 20 at the time you apply 4. Have lived in BC for at least a year from the

date of application 5. Will be enrolled in first year studies at a

recognized BC University, college or technical school by January 1, 2020

Deadline: June 30th

Blue Wave Bursary Info National Union of Public & General

Employees

$1,500 (x5)

The children/grandchildren or foster children/grandchildren of a National Union member who plan to enter the first year of a public post-secondary educational institution full time in 2019-2020 are invited to apply

In BC the component Unions are: BCGEU, CEU/BCGEU, HSABC, BCFMWU/BCGEU, GWU/BCGEU; for the listing of other provinces, refer to their website

Deadline: July 4th

NUPGE Scholarship Information

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_______________________________________________________________________________________________ BC Electrical Association Scholarship & Bursary Program

Up to $10,000 ($1,000 - $2,000 scholarships)

Scholarships are available to dependents of personnel of BCEA member companies in good standing, up to a maximum of two scholarships per member company

The employee of the BCEA member company must live and work in BC

Students must be attending or planning to attend a post-secondary educational institute full time

Applicants applying for a BCEA scholarship and pursuing a career in the electrical or electrical engineering field will also qualify for the $1,000 Tommy Haddock Scholarship

The BCEA members have raised funds this year to award $500 - $1,000 bursaries

Bursaries are available to grade 12 and post-secondary students pursuing a career in: o Electrical (including apprentices) o Marketing o Electrical Engineering o Business

Bursaries will be awarded to the students who will be attending a post-secondary school in September in BC (Apprentices must be returning back to school in the next school year)

Bursaries will be paid directly to the post-secondary school for your tuition

Deadline: July 31st

BCEA Scholarship Information BCIT Entrance Scholarship

Students can download copies of the Entrance Award package directly from BCIT's website

Deadline: August 5th

Up-Coming Learning

Opportunities UFV New Student Orientation

When: May 14th, May 15th or May 23rd Time: 4:00 – 7:30 pm Where: Chilliwack/Abbotsford Campus The information session will help you:

Learn how to successfully register for your courses

Understand your program requirements

Connect with UFV students, faculty and staff

Navigate the campus

Discover on-campus resources to help you succeed

Additional Information: Link KPU Application Night Date: Tuesday, May 16th Time: 6:00 – 8:30 pm Place: KPU Surrey Campus 12666 72 Avenue

Offer letters have gone out for Fall 2019 intake

If you have received an offer of admission to KPU but have not yet accepted by paying your $250 confirmation deposit, KPU encourages you to pay your deposit via your KPU online self-service account or attend Fall Applicant Night to get answers to the questions which may be holding you back from accepting your offers.

Guests to Application Night will have the opportunity to attend information sessions presented by your faculty of interest, speak with representatives from all seven faculties at an Education Fair, tour the campus, network with current students, and pay your confirmation deposits in person. RSVP here

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_______________________________________________________________________________________________ Centre for Arts and Technology – Launch

into Animation Workshop Series

When: May 25th and 26th or June 15th and 16th Where: Surrey Campus

10060 King George Blvd. Surrey, BC

Explore the digital arts and expand your skills in one of three, two day courses in Digital Photography, Graphic Design or animation.

Information and Registration Destination UVic

When: Saturday, May 25th Where: UVic Campus

UVic invites student applicants and their families to get a taste of student life on campus at the University of Victoria. UVic wants families to see, hear and feel what it's like to be a UVic student

At Destination UVic, participants will be able to speak with current UVic students, faculty-specific academic advisers, staff members, and future students who have the same questions as you o What is it like living in residence? o What activities can I participate in? o If I am accepted, which courses should I

choose, and how do I register? o How much should I budget for my 1st year?

Destination UVic is open to all students who apply for undergraduate studies at UVic starting in September 2019

Eligible attendees at Destination UVic can enter

to win a tuition credit toward first year at UVic: one of two $500 prizes or the grand prize of $1,000

Registration is open at this time

Destination UVic Info

Douglas Academic Foundations for Child

and Youth Care Information Sessions

When: May 28th Time: 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm Where: Douglas College, Coquitlam Campus The Academic Foundations for Child and Youth Care is accepting applications for Fall 2019. This is a new program and it’s designed for students who wish to apply for the Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care, but will not be 19 years of age by November 1st of their first year. It includes three-program required courses and electives, allowing them to apply for entrance into the degree in their second year and earning them a certificate. If you are interested in, please attend an information session. Young Engineers and Scientists (YES)

The YES Fellowship program is open to graduating secondary students in BC entering their first year at a university or college. The fellowship offers a 6-week summer research experience and a $3,000 award, plus travel and housing allowances for students from outside Metro Vancouver. Students will be placed with research groups at TRIUMF or ones associated with Life Sciences BC.

Information

BC Ministry of Education

Student Transcript Service

Student Information Post-Secondary Selections Students can access the StudentTranscripts Service at: www.studenttranscripts.gov.bc.ca/. Students must create a Basic BCeID account to access their information. Students need only complete their PSI selections once in the current school year. Students may add to their selections at any time up through July 12, 2019. Students may make up to 25 selections free of charge within six months after completing their last course. After six months, students will be charged $10 per transcript, payable on the StudentTranscripts Service. Before students make their PSI selections for this school year, view the following YouTube how-to videos:

Registering for a BCeID and accessing the StudentTranscripts Service https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJCk3Uj3P0Q How to order/send a transcript to a Post–Secondary Institution https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SSo_U7XmH8k How to send a transcript to an employer, yourself or anyone https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QoV4K6Hdz2k

Distribution of Transcripts Distribution of transcripts occurs through a variety of mechanisms. For PSIs with the new XML data transfer capability (see below), transcripts will be sent throughout the year. For PSIs on the electronic batch process, interim transcript information will be sent in early May, and final year-end transcript information distributed in late July.

XML Transcript Information

PSI Student Selection Deadline: Any time year round This transcript distribution method is currently only available for students selecting the University of British Columbia, Simon Fraser University, University of the Fraser Valley, Vancouver Island University and Thompson River University.

When authorized in the StudentTranscript Service by the student: The Ministry sends transcript information at any time of the year when students have selected “Send my

transcript now and allow this Post Secondary Institution to request transcript updates until the date specified

The PSI immediately receives interim transcript delivery and is able to request updates to interim marks and final marks as required

PSIs will then have 12 months after authorization to request updated transcripts

Batch Process Transcript Information

PSI Student Selection Deadline: May 3, 2019 for Interim marks and July 12 for Final Transcripts This transcript distribution method is currently available with participating BC PSIs, University of Alberta, University of Calgary and the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC). When authorized in the StudentTranscript Service by the student:

The Ministry sends transcript information when students have selected “Send Interim and Final Marks when they become available”

The PSI receives interim batch transcript on May 6, 2019 For final transcripts, the PSI selection deadline for students in the StudentTranscript Service is July 12,

2019; the Ministry sends final transcript information to all students’ selected PSIs in late July 2019 Other Transcript Distribution Processes

Some PSIs only accept hard copy transcripts and, as such, final transcript information will be sent by the Ministry in late July.