The David McGuinty Award for Citizenship
Grade 8 Graduates
In each school in Ottawa South, the David McGuinty Award for Citizenship recognizes an eighth grade student selected by teachers for his or her civic participation in school and the community, and for scholastic achievement. The award honors the student who has shown by their words and actions that they possess the qualities and characteristics we hope to instill in all students and in our community.
Civic participation is a critical element in the vibrancy and health of our democracy, and students who devote time and energy to these pursuits are worthy of recognition for their efforts. Citizenship awards provide encouragement for students to continue such endeavors throughout their school years and beyond.
The award is made using the following specific criteria:
- volunteer service in the community;
- involvement in citizenship or character-building organizations;
- a good scholastic record;
- participation in student government programs or activities;
- faithful school attendance;
- character and the courage act rightly; and,
- leadership skills and motivation of peers to benefit the community.
The winner receives a personalized certificate and congratulatory letter from Mr. McGuinty, and an Oxford Atlas valued at $140.
For more information about this award, please contact contact David.
David McGuinty with 2005 award winner, Erica Kantor.
The David McGuinty Graduation Award
Grade 12 Graduates
In each graduating class in Ottawa South, the David McGuinty Graduation Award recognizes a twelfth grade student selected by teachers as the most improved during his or her time at high school. The winner clearly demonstrates motivation, initiative and commitment to succeed and has overcome hardship or persevered in the face of difficulty toward a goal of proceeding to an apprenticeship, college, or university program. This student has shown by their words and actions that they possess the qualities and characteristics we hope to instill in all students and in our community.
The award is made using the following specific criteria:
- commitment to overcoming personal or societal barriers to education through hard work;
- acceptance and accession to further studies in trades, professions, or academia in the autumn following graduation;
- demonstration of a significant increase in effort and performance at school; and,
- appreciation of the rights and responsibilities of citizenship.
The David McGuinty Graduation Award highlights a student's individual ability to make progress. It will inspire and encourage students to strive to be better in school and better citizens overall.
The winner receives a personalized certificate and congratulatory note from Mr. McGuinty with a $500 scholarship.
For more information about this award, please contact David.