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 now have least than two months away from the end of the school year.  Keep up with the great work on your courses and hang in there. If you would like some advice or have any post secondary related questions, please ask.  

Grade 12 Essential Information (To do list)

click on link below.

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Congrats to those who received an offer from their Post Secondary schools!

Hello future Post Secondary students!

While you're waiting for your university (Post secondary school) offers in April and beyond, try to have several productive and meaningful ways to use your time:

1. Stay Engaged Academically

• Continue focusing on your classes and maintain strong grades, as universities may request final transcripts before confirming admission.

2. Get Involved in Extracurricular Activities

• Join or continue participating in clubs, sports, volunteering, or creative projects. These activities not only enrich your high school experience but also demonstrate qualities like leadership, commitment, and time management, which universities value.
• Try something new or deepen your involvement in an area you’re passionate about—this can help you discover new interests or develop valuable skills.

3. Build Your Resume and Activities List

• Prepare a list of your extracurricular activities, work experience, and achievements. This can be useful for scholarship applications or future university opportunities.

4. Apply for Scholarships and Awards

• Use this time to research and apply for scholarships, bursaries, and other financial aid. Many awards have deadlines in the spring, and Grade 12 is often the best time to secure scholarships for university.

5. Explore Pre-College or Enrichment Programs

• Consider enrolling in pre-college summer programs, online courses, or workshops. These can help you earn credits, explore potential majors, and show initiative to universities.

6. Volunteer or Work Part-Time

• Volunteering or working part-time can help you gain valuable experience, contribute to your community, and develop transferable skills.

7. Prepare for the Transition to University

• Research your chosen universities, learn about campus life, and connect with future classmates or student groups online.
• Start planning for housing, budgeting, and other aspects of university life.

8. Take Care of Yourself

• Make time for relaxation, hobbies, and self-care. The application process can be stressful, so it’s important to recharge and enjoy your final months of high school.

By staying active and engaged, you’ll not only make the most of your time but also set yourself up for a smooth and successful transition to university.

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.

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 - This organization is currently looking for volunteers - May 9, 2025

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

Upcoming Volunteer Opportunity

Stay tuned for upcoming opportunities.  

If you're like many students who are undecided with which degree to study...you're not alone.  While most of you will have a good idea which Faculty (Degree) you'll be studying in, it's quite common that a majority of you will be on the fence when making this decision.  I would recommend checking out UBC's Career Centre website:  https://students.ubc.ca/career/your-degree/

They will help clarify what each faculty offers and what you can expect to accomplish (career prospect) once you've completed your degree program.