FROM THE DESK OF: MRS. V. LEWIS JANUARY 2018 Student Career News HAPPY NEW YEAR! The new year is a fantastic time for students to continue to dream, reflect on ideas for their future, develop plans, work towards goals, and witness their dreams become reality. Life/career planning is a very personalized process. What are we up to in the wonderful world of Career Development in Elrose and Eston? * Career Education 8/9: If you have a son/daughter in Grade 8 or 9 Career Education class, ask them about progress with myBlueprint. They are currently using this platform to learn more about their learning styles, personality types, set life/career goals, investigate various occupations, etc. As well, we have a Classroom Notebook set up so can always access our information and activities. * Grade 10 Students: In the new semester, Grade 10’s will progress with life/career investigations using the myBlueprint career planning program as an ePortfolio tool. Once we learn more about how this new tool works, students can share their portfolios with parents/guardians, etc. Parents are the key influencers in the life/career decisions of youth so this will be a fantastic feature! * Grade 11 Students: In semester 2, Grade 11 students will be completing Career Assessment inventories to help them better explore their interests, values, and skills then examine how their personalized strengths and interests align with various 1
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From the Desk of: Mrs. V. Lewis JANUARY 2018
Student Career NewsHAPPY NEW YEAR!
The new year is a fantastic time for students to continue to dream, reflect on ideas for their future, develop plans, work towards goals, and witness their dreams become reality. Life/career planning is a very personalized process.
What are we up to in the wonderful world of Career Development in Elrose and Eston?
* Career Education 8/9: If you have a son/daughter in Grade 8 or 9 Career Education class, ask them about progress with myBlueprint. They are currently using this platform to learn more about their learning styles, personality types, set life/career goals, investigate various occupations, etc. As well, we have a Classroom Notebook set up so can always access our information and activities.
* Grade 10 Students: In the new semester, Grade 10’s will progress with life/career investigations using the myBlueprint career planning program as an ePortfolio tool. Once we learn more about how this new tool works, students can share their portfolios with parents/guardians, etc. Parents are the key influencers in the life/career decisions of youth so this will be a fantastic feature!
* Grade 11 Students: In semester 2, Grade 11 students will be completing Career Assessment inventories to help them better explore their interests, values, and skills then examine how their personalized strengths and interests align with various occupations. This is another career planning tool our Sun West School Division provides in support of life/career explorations. Grade 11’s may also want to consider attending post-secondary informational sessions open to Grade 11 students (a few of which are mentioned in this newsletter).
* Grade 12 Students: This is an important time to continue to research and make informed life/career decisions for the first steps upon graduation. If students applied for post-secondary institutions, a transcript request may have to be sent “after January Exams” and “after June Exams”. Info on how to do this is contained in this newsletter. Scholarship opportunities still exist! See the scholarship section for ideas and take time to actively seek out possibilities. This is an important time for competitive entrance scholarships and awards at many post-secondary institutions. If you are in Grade 12 and haven’t made any decision about life following high school, don’t worry BUT please dedicate time to research and reflect on possibilities. Ask for assistance from parents, family, friends, teachers, career counsellors, community members, etc. in support of your life/career investigations. Accessing your Allies is an important part of the career planning process.
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From the Desk of: Mrs. V. Lewis JANUARY 2018
* Work-based Learning: January is a busy month for students involved in work-based learning courses. Our Career and Work Exploration and DLC Off-Site Work-based Learning courses rely heavily on the incredible support of our local and area employers who invest time and effort in helping students learn about the real world of work. Our local employers provide authentic real-world learning for our students in support of their life/career investigations. A heartfelt thank you to all who are supporting our programs this school year. Much appreciated!
A. The Sun West Career Development Facebook Page was created to help students/families stay up-to-date with timely information. If interested, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/SWCareerConnectors/
B. Looking for Travel Experiences? Travel can lead to incredible learning experiences. Here are a few sites to investigate:
a. Encounters with Canada – A popular travel program for Sun West students. Students can choose to spend a week in our nation’s capital learning and exploring details of one of 14 themed weeks.
b. Outward Bound – A summer program that cultivates resilience, leadership, connections and compassion through inspiring and challenging journeys of self-discovery in the natural world.
c. Katimavik – This organization is dedicated to helping to develop diverse youth as engaged, caring citizens and capable contributors and leaders for a better Canada
d. Experiences Canada – This program, formerly known as SEVEL, is completely free! This is a chance to explore another community, strengthen a new language, and expand your cultural awareness.
e. Explore is an opportunity to help students learn French. It is a 5-week intensive language learning program for grade 11 & 12 students. As well, the Saskatchewan-Quebec Student Exchange Program offers Grade 10 and 11 students the opportunity to host students from Quebec for 3 months in the fall before travelling to Quebec for 3 months.
f. The Communicating for Agriculture Education Program offers students the opportunity to gain agricultural work experience in various parts of our world.
C. Interested in the Skilled Trades? There are many to choose from. Check out the list of Designated Trades within our province. Also, see the Entrance Requirements for Apprenticeship Training link for details.
D. Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship Program: A number of students recently enrolled in the Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship Program. Awesome! Be sure to work towards the various challenges and check in with Mrs. Lewis regularly. For those still interested, there is time to enroll. Any Grade 10 to 12 students interested in pursuing the skilled trades should consider registering for the Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship Program. Inquire with me (Mrs. Lewis) for information.
E. Great Plains College : a. Information Night (great for Grade 11 or 12 students!): GPC is hosting an
Information Night at the Swift Current location on January 17th beginning at 5:00pm. Students can learn about programming, financial aid, university options, etc. Info will be available for Administrative Assistant, Adult Basic Education, Business, Health, Safety & Environmental, Processes – online, Continuing Care Assistant, Electrician, Early Childhood Education, Power Engineering – 4th Class, Power Engineering – 3rd Class, Practical Nursing, Registered Nursing, Skills & Safety Training, Social Work, Welding, University classes, etc. Visit website or Contact (306) 778-5475 for more information.
b. Carpentry and Production Line Welding Certificate Program – is a NEW program being offered at the GPC Rosetown location in the fall of 2018. This dual-certificate program allows students to learn about 2 trades as they construct a tiny home to SK codes.
F. Saskatchewan Polytechnic a. Applications are open for High Demand Programs such as Practical Nursing,
Psychiatric Nursing, Medical Radiologic Technology, Dental Hygiene, Power Engineering Technology, Deadline is Feb 15th.
b. INSIGHT Information Nights at all campuses on March 21st and April 17th. Students must register in advance.
c. Women in Trades and Technology Exploratory Courses (WITT) – this is an opportunity for young women 15 years of age and older to explore the trades and technologies through hands-on learning experiences. Automotive servicing, carpentry, electrical, machining, plumbing and welding sessions available. Contact Michelle at (306) 694-8446 for details or click on above website for cost and registration details.
d. Robot Rumble is open to Grade 9 through 12 students. Sask Polytech will distribute SUMObot kits to participating schools. Priority will be given to schools who have not previously participated. March 22nd in Saskatoon.
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Grade 12 Students: If you applied to various post secondary institutions, PLEASE remember to check
your email and post-secondary accounts regularly to keep up with time sensitive information!
G. University of Saskatchewan:a. Interested in applying to the U of S? View their How To Apply page for
assistance. As always, be sure to carefully investigate entrance requirements before applying to ensure you qualify. Feb 15th deadline for U of S Kinesiology, Engineering and Business Applications.
b. Feb 15th is the priority deadline to apply to U of S. This gives students an opportunity to qualify for Guaranteed Entrance Awards and Competitive Entrance Awards.
c. Learning Communities : U of S Learning Communities are worth considering as they help students transition to University Life. Basically, they involve small groups of students who register in a common set of 2 or 3 classes and are supported by peer mentors. First year students enrolling in Agriculture and BioResources, Arts & Science, Engineering and Kinesiology Colleges are encouraged to register. Sign-up will be available in May of 2018 and the Fall Semester.
H. University of Reginaa. University Preview (for Grade 11’s): The U of R will be hosting a University
Preview on February 23rd from 1:30pm to 8:00pm. This is an opportunity for Grade 11 students to explore and preview University life. There will be a tour, lab, mock lecture, student success workshop, supper, and Regina Pats hockey game.
b. Teacher Education Application : When choosing the application type, be sure to click on TEACHER EDUCATION APPLICATION – NOT High School Student. Students apply online and can find information on how to apply for the process. Students are encouraged to complete the preparation worksheet in advance of completing the application process. Due March 1st.
c. The University of Regina’s Accelerated Program is a chance for Grade 12 students to take University class (perhaps English 100 or Math 110) while in high school. This lessens the student academic load in first year of university. There are various options for course delivery.
d. High school students interested in the Faculty of Nursing can apply through the Saskatchewan Polytechnic website. For more information on the Collaborative Nursing Degree, visit the website. Deadline Feb 15th.
e. The U of R has produce a very helpful Admission Checklist for students to use once they receive conditional acceptance to the U of R. Check it out!
f. Planning a GAP YEAR? The U of R may be worth considering as they have a gap year option which may help you return from your gap year without reapplying the following year. You must be admitted into a program already to apply. Contact their Admissions Office if questions.
g. Student Awards Application Workshops : The U of R is offering free award workshops to help students navigate SAMS (Student Awards Management System). There will be Entrance Award workshops for students entering the U of R for the first time this fall (parents also welcome) who wish to learn more and apply for awards. If you are unable to attend in person, video tutorials also exist or you can call the awards office.
I. Briercrest College and Seminary : Youth Quake (Looks Like A Festival, Feels Like A Retreat!) will be hosted on February 16th to 18th. Students have an opportunity to attend classes, join chapel, stay overnight, tour the campus, learn about their programs, attend events, etc.
J. Western College of Remedial Massage Therapies Inc .: The college will be hosting an Information Night on January 17th in Regina at 6:30pm.
K. Medicine Hat College : Curious about what it would be like to be a MHC student? MHC offers a number of Student For a Day Experiences. This year, there are opportunities available from February 12th to 15th and March 12th to 16th which must be booked at least one week in advance. Contact Landon for more information at (403) 504-3569 or [email protected]. This is a great opportunity for Grade 11 or 12 students.
L. Olds College : Olds College is offering Preview Days – February 2nd for Equine Programs, February 9th for Animal Health Science Program.
M. Saskatchewan High School Options : The Ministry of Education recently finalized a document to help students/families with high school course planning. This is a useful document for Grade 10, 11, 12 students and families.
N. The Neil Squire Society is a national not-for-profit organization that assists people with disabilities (of any kind) in finding employment. In addition, they offer several other programs to help participants become job-ready. Clients must be 15 years of age and have a self-disclosed disability. For more information, contact (306) 781-6023.
O. Transcript Requests: Grade 12 students applying to post-secondary institutions MAY initially need to send a school-based transcript that includes a list of subjects they are taking in 2017-2018. I can help students with this process. In addition, students/families will soon need to request OFFICIAL transcripts from the Ministry of Education to be sent directly to the post-secondary institution(s) of choice. There is a fee for this and it is important students check off the following in their request to ensure they are not required to pay the fee multiple times. As well, students need indicate when transcripts are to be sent (for example, after final exams in January and/or after final exams in June). Most students wait and request multiple transcripts at the same time after they have applied to colleges/universities of their choice, however, be sure to pay attention to needs of each institution.
This section is intended to keep you posted of various events and open houses. However, every student’s life/career plan is personalized. As such, you are encouraged to research additional opportunities that may be more suited to your life/career planning process.
Please click on links to view website information.
October 1 to February 15th
Applications for the Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing program will continue to be accepted by Sask Polytechnic from October 1st to February 15th. This is a unique program between the University of Regina and Saskatchewan Polytechnic. It allows students an opportunity to engage in clinical placement very early on in their learning.
Jan 17 Great Plains College Information Night & Open House – Swift Current. Feb 2 Olds College Preview Day – Equine Programs
A fantastic opportunity to participate in informative session and campus tours involving the Equine Science Programs at Olds Campus.
Feb 9 Olds College Preview Day – Animal Health Sciences ProgramsA fantastic opportunity to participate in informative sessions and campus tours involving the Animal Health Science Programs. (Also watch for dates for upcoming
Preview Days on other programs such as Business Management, Business Administration, Sports Management, Hospitality and Tourism Management and Brewmaster & Brewery Operations Management programs.
Feb 14, 20, Mar 1, 5
Student Awards and Financial Aid Scholarship Workshop at the University of Regina. These sessions help students navigate SAMS. Parents are welcome.
Feb 15 Saskatchewan Polytechnic High Demand Program ApplicationsU of S Kinesiology, Business, and Engineering ApplicationsU of S Admissions to qualify for Competitive Entrance ScholarshipsCollaborative Nursing for SaskPolytechnic/U of R Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.
Feb 23 Grade 11 University Preview University of Regina 1:30 to 8:00pm. Be sure to register in advance.
Mar 1 University of Regina Teacher Education Application deadline.Mar 15 SAMS (Student Awards Management System). This is the U of R program which
helps students search and apply online for U of R scholarships and awards. If you applied for U of R, you should consider searching the database for possible opportunities. Deadline March 15th.
Mar 21April 17
Insight Information Nights at all Sask Polytechnic Campuses. See Visit A Campus page for more details.
April 7th Great Plains College will be hosting Spend a Day on April 7th in Kindersley. Spend a Days are great opportunities to explore the various program offerings.
April 10th Diagnostic Medical Professions Career Exploration & SK Polytechnic Applicant Information Sessions. Grade 11 or 12 students interested in learning more about the following programs are encouraged to attend: Combined Laboratory and X-ray Technology (CLXT), Cytotechnology (CYTO), Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (DMS), Magnetic Resonance Technologist (MRI), Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA), Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT), Medical Radiologic Technology (MRT), Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT), Phlebotomy
Note: This newsletter is to inform families of career investigation opportunities. However, post-secondary events and open houses are NOT school sponsored. Thus, your parents must excuse you from school if you plan to attend any of the opportunities advertised in this newsletter. It is highly recommended that parents attend events with their children.
It is virtually impossible to inform you of all possible scholarship opportunities. However, the fact of that matter is that significant scholarship funding goes untapped each and every year! As students, please take some time to research and investigate possible sources of funding. An investment of time and energy can lead to $$$!
ScholarshipsCanada allows you to create an account, set up a profile, and search for scholarships based on your education, skills, and interests.
Yconic offers free scholarship matching and peer-to-peer support for your life as a student.
If you plan to apply for scholarships, it is good to update your resume so you can pass it on to those who are going to write you reference letters. Talk to teachers, employers, coaches, etc. to get reference letters that may be needed for applying to some scholarships.
Are you a Saskatchewan Student planning to attend a Saskatchewan based post-secondary institution? If so, YAY!!! YOU ARE A SCHOLARSHIP WINNER!! The Saskatchewan Advantage Scholarship automatically awards all SK Grade 12 graduates a scholarship of $500/year to a maximum lifetime amount of $2,000. Funding is automatically applied to tuition at qualifying institutions.
As well, the Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship Industry offers $1,000 scholarships to over 120 students who complete the Youth Apprenticeship passport. Schools nominate potential candidates and winners are announced each June.
Our Way – Employment and Social Development Canada has info which can help with financial assistance for scholarships and grants; saving, planning and paying for your education, etc. Included are links to Colleges and Universities, repayment assistance estimators, career tools, and information on costs of studying abroad.
Following are just a few of the multitude of scholarship opportunities available based on current investigations with students.
Begin investigating today!
Due Date Scholarship Amount CriteriaNov 1 – June 1
Indspire Awards: Building Brighter Futures
Various Students may apply for financial awards based on area of studies. These scholarships are for Indigenous students.
Jan 15 Simon Fraser University
Up to $10,000
The SFU Undergraduate Scholarship Program is new for students intending to enroll at SFU in Fall 2018. Must demonstrate excellence in academic and extracurricular pursuits.
Jan 25 University of Guelph Scholarships
Various 8 President’s Scholarships, 2 Lincoln Alexander Scholarships, 2 Chancellor’s scholarships. Students must submit student information data, a letter from the student applicant, a biographical listing of the applicant’s school and community engagement/leadership, 2 letters of reference, etc.
2 * $3,000 Must be enrolled in an Occupational Health and Safety related course leading to an OH&S certificate/diploma/degree.Essay required.
Jan 31 Mensa Canada Scholarships
$2,000 - $3,000 available
Must write an essay about your career plan and provide a description of relevant experiences and any challenges you overcame in pursuit of your goal. At least 18 years of age.
Feb 1 Schulich Leaders Scholarship
25@$100,000
25@$80,000 for science, technology or mathematics
School must submit a nominee for a Schulich Leader Scholarship. Limit 1 student/school.Canadian Citizen, plan to enroll in STEM at one of their partner universities, must meet at least 2 of 3 criteria, etc. Talk to your Principal and Career Counsellor if you are planning a STEM Career and meet criteria.
Feb 1 Kin Canada Bursary 48 * $1,000 Must complete application form.Submit to local Kinmen, Kinette or Kin Club.Based on school and community involvement, financial need, and understanding of purpose of Kin Canada.
Feb 1 Hal Rogers Endowment Fund
50 * $1,000 Student in process of graduating from high school or currently studying at a recognized post-secondary institution.Must be Canadian citizen or landed immigrant.
Feb 1 CWA Foundation Secondary School Award
80 * $2,000 Students must currently attend high school and have applied for a certified welding program.2 references500 word essay
Feb 1 Terry Fox Humanitarian Award
20 * $28,000 (over 4 years)
Demonstrate satisfactory academic standing.Be involved in humanitarian and community work.3 references
Feb 16 Joseph G. Doria Award
1 * $3,000 Must be accepted into a full-time post-secondary welding program.Complete online form.Include current transcript with Grade
11’12 marks highlighted (school certified copy is accepted).2 letters of reference related to welding activities.Copy of acceptance letter.Essay
Feb 28 RBC Royal Bank Students Leading Change Scholarship
15 * $10,000 Min 70% academic average500 word essay
Feb 28 RBC Royal Bank Scholarship for Aboriginals
10 * $4,000 For status and non-status Indians, Inuit or Metis pursuing post-secondary studies.
Feb 29 Stacey Levitt Memorial Awards
1 * $2,500 Applicants must create a short essay on living life to the fullest, helping others, etc.Letter of recommendation required.
Mar 1 Beaverbrook Vimy Prize
Winners will travel in August of 2018! (9th to 23rd)
Awarded based on essay, reference letters and letters of motivation. Open to 15 to 17 year olds.An amazing learning and travel opportunity.
Mar 1 (U of S)March 15 (U of RProgram Start Date (SaskPoly)
CAA Scholarship $2,500
Entrance Scholarship
Must be planning to attend U of S, U of R, or SaskPoly. Must be a CAA Saskatchewan Member or child of a Member as well as a Saskatchewan resident.
Based on academic excellence, economic need, community involvement, etc. See website for details.
Mar 1 Saskatchewan Agriculture Student Scholarship
1 * $4,0003 * $2,000
Students must be planning to enroll in an agriculture related program.
Must submit a video or essay on ag-related topic (see website).
Mar 1 Canadian Association of Principals Student Leadership
1 * 250 One Grade 12 student per school may be nominated by the principal.Based on leadership activities in the school and community and academic achievement.Nominee must complete the
Must be accepted into a full-time post-secondary welding program.Complete online formInclude current transcript with Grade 11 & 12 marks highlighted (school certified copy is accepted).2 Letters of recommendationCopy of acceptance letter.Essay
Sincerely,
Mrs. Vanessa LewisCareer Development Consultant and Teacher
