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High Achievers Get Support Weekly

May 21, 2021
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Âé¶¹´«Ã½Ó³»­ runs weekly meetings where a group of High Achievers canÌýtake partÌýin specialized activities based on their interestsÌýand university goals. The point is to explore a variety of experiences and learn new skills while building foundations for success in university and future careers.Ìý High Achievers are Grade 11 and 12ÌýstudentsÌýwho consistently earns top grades in their classes. A High Achiever student can beÌýidentifiedÌýautomatically by marks and/or by recommendation from teachers and other staff members.Ìý

Develop Skills for SuccessÌý

Âé¶¹´«Ã½Ó³»­ has recognized the abilities and skills of this group of students and is eager to give them extra opportunities to pursue the pathways of their dreams.Ìý Many of our High Achievers have dreams to attend the top universities in Canada, the United States and United Kingdom – we want to use these meetings to helpÌýprovideÌýthem the foundation for a competitive application.Ìý

FacilitateÌýStronger & Richer ResumesÌý

Many top universities require students to complete supplementary applications – this means that in addition to high grades, theyÌýare required toÌýsubmitÌýessays and/or videos detailing their extra-curricular experiences. They are looking for in depth, rich experiences, showing commitment and leadership. The more information, the better prepared the student will be.Ìý Here you can find some examples of the activities and opportunities for these students:Ìý

Leadership and Co-curricular activitiesÌý

  • Citizenship development through events planning and community involvement, showing the universities theÌýstudentsÌýare consistently involved and committed to the communityÌý
  • Activities and opportunities to develop students’ Global Vision, Critical Thinking and Public Speaking skillsÌý
  • Access to Guest Speakers and Networking OpportunitiesÌý
  • ThemeÌýbased Workshops through hands-on activities to gain real and meaningful experiencesÌý

University PlacementÌýPlanningÌý

  • University Research and Program Selection AssistanceÌýÌý
  • UniversityÌýPlacementÌýWorkshops to help the students to be prepared before starting the Grade 12 coursesÌý
  • Individualized University/College Application Assistance and Preparation, so the student will be prepared to write meaningful and strong personal statementsÌý
  • English Language Proficiency Preparation (IELTS, Duolingo, TOEFL at Home)Ìý

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