Student Awards & Recognition

Newtonbrook Department Awards
Awards are granted to students who have attained the highest standing and/or made a significant contribution to the program. The following awards are also granted to students through individual subject areas.

Audrey Ormrod Award
Presented to a graduating French Immersion student who has been an active volunteer in the community and has contributed to the positive learning environment of the school.

David Waugh Memorial Award
Awarded to the most improved student in Grade 12 History.

Jim Peterson Parliamentary Award
Presented to the student who has achieved high academic standing in the area of Canadian studies and is committed to the betterment of the human condition through involvement in student government.

Sandy Solomon Memorial Award
Presented for excellent academic achievement and exemplary school citizenship to a student who has been a successful participant in the ESL program.

The Mark Meslin Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to two Grade 12 students each with outstanding achievement in Mathematics. One student will be selected from the college and university level math.

Peter Edwards Mathematics Award
Awarded to the student who has demonstrated achievement, creativity and service to his or her peers in Mathematics.

Paul Stanbury Award
Presented to a student with an achievement of at least 75% in math who has helped fellow students extensively in math.

The Sheridan CISS Memorial Award
Presented for dedication and diligence in the Music program.

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Certificates

Business Certificate - Presented to graduating students who have earned five Business Studies credits. Students must apply for this certificate through the Business Department.

French Immersion Proficiency Certificate - Presented to graduating students from the French Immersion Program.

Extended French Proficiency Certificate - Presented to graduating students from the Extended French Program

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Awards of Distinction

Staff Award for Scholarship and Leadership
Presented to a graduating honour student who provided distinguished leadership in school activities.

Principal's Award For Student Leadership
Presented by the Principal to a student who has demonstrated leadership both in and outside of the school.

School Medal
Presented by the staff to the student who has attained high standing in at least six 12U/M credits in a wide range of academic disciplines. These credits must have been earned at Newtonbrook during at least two years of full time study.

Governor General's Academic Medal
Awarded to the student who achieves the highest average upon graduation.

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School Citizenship - Outstanding Contribution Awards

Recipients of the following awards are selected by the Awards Committee in consultation with staff. Students are asked to complete the Awards Application form in order to be considered for these awards.

Centerpoint - Revenue Properties Co. Ltd. Award
Granted to the graduating student who has achieved high academic standing and has made a significant contribution to the school and/or community.

Willowdale Rotary Club Award
Awarded to the graduating student who has invested outstanding time and energy to make a significant contribution towards the betterment of the school.

OSSTF District 12 Student Award
Presented to a student for his/her exceptional involvement and service to their school and/or community life.

School Council Student Appreciation Award
Presented to a student(s) who has actively participated on and contributed to the School Council.

Aramark Foods School Spirit
Presented to students who have contributed to improving school spirit at Newtonbrook.

S.A.C. Award
Presented by the Students' Administrative Council for distinction in school activities.

J.B. Slack Foudners' Award
Presented to the graduating student who has impressively combined academic achievement with strong involvement in school activities.

Zayandehroudi Athletic and Academic Scholarship
Presented to one female and one male student who have demonstrated excellence in Academics and Athletics.

Community Involvement Award
Presented to a student in the graduating class who has taken an active interest in local community issues.

Lieutenant Governor's Community Volunteer Award
Presented to a Graduating student in recognition of exemplary student involvement in the community.

School Letter Award
Presented to graduating students who have made a significant contribution in several aspects of school life. The award is based on an accumulation of points throughout the student’s high school career at Newtonbrook. Academics, Athletics, Co-curricular Activities and School Service are the areas where one can earn points.

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