May 13, 2009        

DSBN, OSSTF Celebrate Excellence in Education

On Thursday, May 14, the District School Board of Niagara and OSSTF District 22 will recognize high school students achieving success both inside and outside the classroom at the annual Excellence in Education Awards ceremony in Niagara Falls.

The Awards honour the students who excel academically, while making outstanding contributions to their school and home communities. The Awards are presented to a graduating student from each of the 22 secondary schools across the DSBN.

“The students recognized at this event have all done an impressive job balancing their academic pursuits with extra-curricular, athletic and social activities,” says John Stainsby, DSBN Superintendent of Secondary Schools. “Congratulations to all our students who demonstrate such commitment to their education, schools and communities.”  

“The Excellence in Education celebration is the highlight of the school year for me,” says Daniel Peat, President, OSSTF District 22. “I look forward to being inspired by the dedication and accomplishments of the multi-talented young people who have been chosen to receive this award in each DSBN school.  The future is in good hands with these caring, committed young citizens leading the way!”

The following is a list of students who will be recognized at the annual Excellence in Education dinner on May 14. To read more about the winners and their accomplishments, please click here.

A.N. Myer Secondary    
Julia Whidden

Beamsville Secondary    
Lucas Dykstra

Centennial Secondary    
Allison Mauro

Eastdale Secondary     
Alex Ceci

Eden High School     
Charlie Ashbourne

E.L. Crossley Secondary    
Alix Nori

Fort Erie Secondary      
Mitchell Aliberti

Gov. Simcoe Secondary     
Sandra Lord

Grimsby Secondary      
Katelyn Hodgson

Kernahan Park Secondary    
John Catterall

Lakeport Secondary     
Rebekah Aanen

Laura Secord Secondary    
Taya Van Schyndel

Lifetime Learning     
James Fenning

Niagara District Secondary  
Bill Morrison

Port Colborne High School    
Nicholas Smith

Ridgeway-Crystal Beach High School  
Jason Zhao

Sir Winston Churchill Secondary  
Emilia Ling

South Lincoln High School   
Leah Shaver

Stamford Collegiate    
Kar Ming Chu

St. Catharines Collegiate   
Vanessa Krause

Thorold Secondary     
Laura Skellet

Westlane Secondary     
Sana Sarwar

West Park Secondary    
Faduma Gure

Event Details:

When: Thursday, May 14, 6:00 p.m.
Where: Doubletree Resort Lodge & Spa, 6039 Fallsview Boulevard, Niagara Falls