Grade 12s,

The Post Secondary Resource information provides you with a reference and guide to your Post Secondary planning.  If you have any questions, please contact me (hng@sd38.bc.ca) - Mr.Ng

We are now half way through our school year. At this point, if you have already made your Post Secondary applications that's great.  For those who are still undecided and would like some help and advice, please drop by the Career office (next to Counselling) and we can come up with a plan. 

Grade 12 Essential Information (To do list)

click on link below.

https://bcsd38-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/r/personal/hng_sd38_bc_ca/_layouts/15/Doc.aspx?sourcedoc=%7BD99B8D00-40FD-4DA8-905C-6699F10B1CEC%7D&file=Gr%2012%20Post-Sec%20Ckecklist%202024-.docx&action=default&mobileredirect=true

February 8th - Capilano University - Virtual Portfolio Review Day 

Are YOU interested in joining the Capilano University School of Animation & Visual Effects? Do you want 101 feedback on your portfolio from Industry professionals?

Come to our Virtual Portfolio Review Day and get hands on live feedback and advice from our faculty, on how to make your portfolio the best it can be - before you apply! This will also be an exceptional opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have about the programs and application process, and an opportunity for the faculty to get to know YOU!

Whether you're interested in 2D animation, 3D, or Visual Effects, we will have experienced faculty there to answer your questions.

The ONLINE event will run for three hours. 

If you have any questions regarding this event or your application in general, feel free to reach out to us at: Animation@capilanou.ca

BCIT's Jill of all Trades - Through SD38

BCIT is again offering this event to students in grades 9-12 who identify as female or may be gender diverse.  The event takes place on April 10th.  Deadline to apply is FEB 14/25  

Jill of All Trades is a fun-filled day of practical, in-the-shop sessions for students in grades 9-12 who identify as female or may be gender diverse. This event is designed to inspire the pursuit of careers in the Skilled Trades.

Participants will get a behind the scenes look at BCIT facilities, interact with industry professionals, and join a series of workshops in several disciplines such as Ironworker, Machinist, Cabinetmaker (Joiner), Motorcycle Technician, Digital Communications and Wireless Technologies, Sheet Metal, Auto Body and Collision Technician, and more.

You'll be pre-assigned to a "Try a Trade group" and you will discover one or maybe two discipline(s) that you will enjoy!

February 13, March 13, April 10, May 10th - UBC Forestry Program - Online Information Session 

Are you passionate about the environment, sustainability, and managing our forests??  UBCs Wood Science programwould be an excellent option for students interested in engineering and building with wood. Teachers, counsellors, and parents are also welcome to join!

In these online sessions, you can learn about:

• Exploring major environmental challenges in your first year and using this knowledge to select a major later
• Our undergraduate programs, including Natural Resources, Urban Forestry, and Indigenous Land Stewardship
• Meeting our advisors and getting questions answered
• Exciting career paths in forestry and co-op opportunities
• Life at UBC and our vibrant campus
• Financial aid and scholarship options
• Clubs and extracurricular activities          
• To register, please visit: https://forestry.ubc.ca/events/undergraduate-info-sessions-2024-2025/?utm_source=Outlook&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=Canadian%20High%20School%20outreach%20-%20Email
• All sessions will begin at 4 pm until 5 pm (PST). 

MAR 1/25 WORTH @ UBC Virtual 10–11.30AM @ ZOOM

Women in Orthopaedics!

Want to learn more about careers in healthcare or engineering?

Our upcoming workshop is open to all young women (grades 10-12), including women-identifying individuals and non-binary and gender non-conforming students.

To register go to:  https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aabBZt3RPWrjSiG

MAR 8/25 UBC Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences 10:00am - 12:30pm

The UBC Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences offers the only program in the province that leads to licensure as a pharmacist in BC – the Entry-to-Practice Doctor of Pharmacy program.  Students are eligible to apply for this program after completing the equivalent to 2 full years of undergraduate studies at UBC.  In addition, they also offer a Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences program for direct entry upon high school graduation that lead to careers in the pharmaceutical industry.
They are offering an opportunity for students in grades 10 – 12 to explore careers as pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists that they hope you can help share with your students who are considering a career in the healthcare professions.
Join the race and come out victorious in Discover Pharmacy - The Snake Game Edition offered by UBC Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Go through challenges in our pharmacy labs and hunt for clues around the Story of Medicine.  The Snake Game is designed for you to have fun while getting to know what pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists do. Register before Monday, March 3, 2025 at 4:00pm to secure your spot at https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2lUEBBNWcj4Gmzk?Origin=Mail

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Saturday, March 8th, 2025 - 10th Annual Humanitarian in Training Conference (UBC-Red Cross Club) 

The UBC Red Cross Club is hosting its 10th Annual Humanitarians in Training Conference on 

Over the last nine conferences, they have welcomed over 750 student leaders from schools across the Greater Vancouver Area. This conference provides an immersive environment where delegates engage in activities, workshops, and discussions centered around key humanitarian issues. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to hear from and network with members of local non-profit organizations. They aim to offer motivated student leaders a valuable platform to connect, collaborate, and contribute to impactful projects.

This year, they are inviting our school to send student delegates to attend the conference. Each delegate will be required to pay a $5 registration fee. However, if 6 or more delegates from our school attend, the fee will be waived for all participants from our school. 

If you're interested, please contact me (Mr. Ng)

To browse for all upcoming scholarships, you can simply refer to the CALENDAR (above). Scholarships that are posted on this calendar are "external" scholarships that are granted by companies/organizations (government), institutions (banks/Universities/Colleges), and are highlighted in blue.  HBS(school) will also have an in-school (nomination) scholarship coming out early next year (an application link will be posted)

All scholarships will be posted on this page on this calendar. This calendar has been updated and will continue to do so throughout the school year. It is always best to keep in mind of the applications deadlines for these scholarships to ensure that you have plenty of time to apply to them as some scholarships require much time and attention than others.

The scholarships that I've posted below are posted on our calendar. 

MAR 1/25 - Carlton Prestige Scholarships  for International students– deadline to apply
Carleton University offers the following Prestige scholarships to outstanding incoming undergraduate students with an admission average of 90% better. The Chancellor’s Scholarship, the Richard Lewar Entrance Scholarship, the Carleton University Scholarship of Excellence, the Carleton University SHAD Scholarship have a value of CAD 20,000-30,000 while  the Riordon Scholarship, and the Collins Prestige Scholarship covers full tuition fees for 4 years. See: https://carleton.ca/awards/scholarships/entrance-scholarships-for-new-students/prestige/

Alpha Gamma Delta UBC Entrance Award ($2000)

Alpha Gamma Delta is an international women's organization committed to providing opportunities

for personal development, service to others and a lifelong community. Inspired by common values,

Alpha Gamma Delta connects, empowers and celebrates our members to lead lives of significance

that positively impact their communities.

The Alpha Gamma Delta UBC Entrance Award is a $2,000 award for an outstanding all-round

female secondary school graduate entering the University of British Columbia (UBC) - Vancouver in

September 2025. We look for students with a sense of purpose who exemplify the values that have

defined Alpha Gamma Delta since our founding in 1904. Application deadline: March 15, 2025.

For details and to apply, visit this site:  http://www.agdubc.ca/entrance-award

Volunteer Work can be found in the following websites:

City of Richmond - https://www.richmond.ca/parks-recreation/about/volunteer.htm

RCRG - https://www.rcrg.org/VolunteerNow

Richmond Family Place - https://www.richmondfamilyplace.ca/volunteering/

Upcoming Volunteer Opportunity

Stay tuned for upcoming opportunities.