General Awards
Departmental Award of Merit
Nominations of one student per section for a well-rounded academic individual who has a minimum mark of 80 %. It is awarded to students in grades 9-11 who are returning to St. Pius X next year. The ceremony takes place in the Fall. The three criteria are:
1) Responsibility/initiative: shows initiative for own learning, works well independently and in group, is self-directed, is dependable.
2) Christian values: respects the dignity of the human person, takes responsibility for own actions, demonstrates Gospel values, conducts him or herself in a manner that reflects the St. Pius X School motto: “To Establish All Things in Christ!”
3) Leadership: demonstrates good teamwork, is a positive influence on friends and peers, readily offers help to peers, contributes to a higher level of learning/understanding for all students.
The School Letter Award
The School Letter is given to those students who, in the spirit of the St. Pius X High School motto “To establish all things in Christ!”, have demonstrated extensive involvement in, and commitment to, school activities, and have accumulated 21 “points”, as outlined in the criteria below.
Points are to be awarded:
· for the activities as indicated on the form available from the main office
· if the minimum hours of commitment is met
· a discretionary point may be awarded by the activity supervisor should the student’s commitment to the activity extend well above and beyond that expected. Supervisors are asked to bear in mind that one point equals approximately 25 hours of involvement. Furthermore, should a student not meet the time commitment expected for an activity, supervisors may award fewer points than those anticipated. Supervisors are asked to communicate their decision to the student, as well as to the Awards Committee chairperson.
Points are not awarded for:
· any activity for which a credit is received unless the time commitment exceeds the course requirements
· any activity for which community service hours are earned
· any activity in which the minimum number of hours is not met, as determined by the activity supervisor
Students are expected to submit one form per year until the 21 points are obtained.
Extra-Curricular Awards
These awards are for students who have made exceptional contributions to specific school activities. They are awarded separately from the 21-point awards, and only at the discretion of the supervising teachers. The ceremony is at the end of the school year, in early June.
Athletic Awards
Each sports team recognizes a player who is voted as their team MVP. The criteria are based on ability, attitude, sportsmanship and leadership.
Male and Female Athletes of the Year
Junior and senior students athletes are chosen under the following criteria:
· The number of points awarded for participation in interscholastic sports.
· Athletic ability
· Attitude, Sportsmanship and Leadership
· School coaches selection process meeting
The Newman Award
Presented in memory of Michael Newman whose life was tragically ended in an automobile accident. The student who receives this award must demonstrate academic excellence, having at least a 75% average, play one or more interscholastic sports and be a positive contributor towards the betterment of St. Pius.
Academic Awards for Graduation
Awards for Outstanding Academic Achievement to the Top Student
Subject award for: Religion, Contemporary Studies, English, Science, Creative Arts, Mathematics, Physical Education, Cooperative Education, Modern Languages and French Immersion, Design and Technology, and Business Studies.
The Data Award
It is presented to a university level student in the Data Management course who has done outstanding work using data by researching, collecting, and problem-solving with statistical analysis.
The Bill Tighe Trophy for Science
Mr. Tighe was a teacher in our Science Department who was loved and respected by his family and friends, his fellow teachers and students. The BILL TIGHE TROPHY FOR SCIENCE is to recognize excellence in three of the following courses: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Earth and Space Science.
The Patricia Paquin Trophy for French
The Paquin Family generously offered to donate a trophy in memory of Patricia Paquin, a former St. Pius X student. It is to be presented each year to a graduate who excelled in the study of Core French.
The F. J. McElligott Trophy for English
The F. J. McELLIGOTT TROPHY is presented to the graduate with the highest combined average in the university level courses of English and Writer’s Craft. This trophy is in honour of F. J. McElligott, a former teacher at St. Pius X, who is remembered affectionately as a superb teacher and a truly generous Christian.
The Lieutenant Governor’s Community Volunteer Award for Students
The Lieutenant Governor’s Community Volunteer Award for Students is a unique and specially designed commemorative pin emblazoned in Ontario’s official colours of green and gold. It recognizes an exemplary volunteer among the graduating students who has gone above and beyond the basic requirements.
Catholic Education Foundation of Ontario Award
This award is presented to a student who has been involved in both school and community activities which are important to enhance the identity of a Catholic School.
Edward J. Cuhaci & Associates Architects Award
EDWARD J. CUHACI & ASSOCIATES ARCHITECTS AWARD has provided an award to a graduating student planning on taking a post-secondary program in the design/architectural studies field. To win this award, the student must provide a portfolio in computer or artistic design.
The Knights of Columbus Achievement Award
THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COLLEGE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD is presented to a student who has displayed empathy, kindness and Christian leadership.
“Theresa Verver” English as a Second Language Award, ESL Centre
Theresa Verver is a former St. Pius X ESL teacher. The THERESA VERVER ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE AWARD, ESL CENTRE is presented to a student who, coming from another country, began the ESL program with little or no English. Despite this challenge, and with consistent effort, they have become the most improved student in their 3-4 years in the ESL program.
The Grace Gilhooly Achievement Award
Mrs. Grace Gilhooly was a patron of the arts and of Catholic institutions in the Ottawa region. For many years she operated the Guild Bookshop, which was a principle source of scholarly books on religion and philosophy. This is an annual scholarship for a graduating student who has demonstrated outstanding achievement in one or more of the following areas: artistic, athletic, religious or social; as well as contributing to the quality of life of another individual, and/or the school and community.
St. Pius X Personal Achievement Award
Mary Margaret and Dr. Clarke Webster, graciously donate the ST. PIUS X PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD. It is presented to a student for their initiative, integrity, personal growth, and dedication to helping others in their family and community.
The Paul James Kennedy Award
The PAUL JAMES KENNEDY AWARD honours the memory of former Pius student Paul, who died in a car accident in October 2002. This award is presented to a graduating student in recognition of dedication to athletics, school pride and community service, while demonstrating exemplary leadership, work ethic and compassion.
The Florence Nightingale: The Art and Science of Nursing Award
THE FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE: THE ART AND SCIECNE OF NURSING AWARD is an award that has been graciously donated by St. Pius X graduate, Joseph Gajasan. It is awarded to a student who is continuing on to a post-secondary institution, preferably in the field of nursing, but also, health science. The student’s character is to reflect that of the calling to nursing of Florence Nightingale: compassion, commitment to patient care, giving, humble, humane, and a “ministering angel”.
Sylvester Quinn Memorial Award
In memory of Sylvester Quinn, a former superintendent of the Carleton Separate School Board, the Ontario English Catholic Teachers’ Association, Ottawa Unit, is pleased to award a graduating student in each Ottawa Catholic high school. It is their hope that this scholarship will assist the recipient in pursuing a post-secondary education. The criteria for this award is: service to others, scholastic achievement, and strong moral and ethical values.
The Gennaro Irace Vigile Memorial Award
In the summer of 2006, Gennaro died in a car accident, as he was about to complete his graduating year. In his memory, the Vigile family has established THE GENNARO IRACE VIGILE MEMORIAL AWARD. The award is presented to a graduating student who has demonstrated positive school spirit, a commitment to physical well-being, is welcoming to others and who possesses confidence.
Archbishop's Award for Catholic Leadership
The ARCHBISHOP’S AWARD FOR CATHOLIC LEADERSHIP honours a student who has exemplified dedication to spiritual and social growth in both parish and school community, has enhanced the identity of the Catholic High School and has been accepted to a post-secondary institution.
Ottawa Catholic Schools Trustee Award
The OTTAWA CATHOLIC SCHOOLS TRUSTEE AWARD recognizes a student who has participated in activities in his or her school and community, have contributed to school spirit, and has been accepted at a post-secondary institution.
Ottawa Catholic Schools Student Award
The OTTAWA CATHOLIC SCHOOLS STUDENT AWARD, sponsored by our school board, recognizes a student’s dedication to spiritual and social growth in the school, parish and community, enhancement of the identity of the Catholic high school, and excellent academic achievement.
The Director of Education Graduate Student Award
The DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION GRADUATE STUDENT AWARD honours a graduating student who has achieved a high average, has consistently demonstrated positive social attitudes and behaviour appropriate to a Catholic student; is a self-directed, responsible, life-long learner who develops and demonstrates his or her God-given potential and is a caring individual dedicated to family, school, parish and the community.
Alex Cruikshank Memorial Trophy
The ALEX CRUIKSHANK MEMORIAL TROPHY is presented annually to the graduate who, in the opinion of his or her classmates, exemplifies the qualities of the student in whose memory the trophy is named. Alex Cruikshank was a student of St. Pius X who is remembered for the following qualities:
· A good honest effort at all school activities, spiritual, academic and social.
· A strong contribution to the overall spirit of the school
· And highly thought of by his or her fellow students
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St. Pius X Trophy
A very high honour bestowed upon a graduate is the ST. PIUS X TROPHY. The winner is a student who best reflects the qualities of an all-round student at St. Pius X. This student must have an average of 80% or more; be of exemplary character and demonstrate Christian leadership by attempting to embody our school motto, “TO ESTABLISH ALL THINGS IN CHRIST!”.
The Governor General's Academic Medal and Outstanding Academic Achievement Awards
The Governor General has honoured our school by donating a bronze medal to be presented to the graduate with the highest average in the final 2 years leading up to their graduation with 30 credits, namely, Grades 11 and 12. Second and Third place awards are also presented.
Valedictorian
The graduating class will be asked to select one of their peers to speak on their behalf for the purpose of attempting to characterize the nature of their school experience at St. Pius X. The decisive nature of election results for valedictorian indicate the confidence the graduates have in the ability of this student to meet this task.
Note: other awards are also available. Please pay attention to the announcements and/or see Student Services.
Last Updated: 2008-11-26
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