Awards & Scholarships
Woodland has the following system of awards and prizes in place to encourage excellence and participation in all aspects of school life. Some of these are administered by Student Council, some by the Board of Trustees, and some by the staff. Some are presented at Graduation and some are presented at the annual Awards Assembly in June. Students are encouraged to work toward these awards.
1. The Elizabeth Velden Koole Scholarship
This scholarship, in the amount of $600.00, is provided by an early supporter of this school in memory of his mother, Elizabeth Velden Koole. It is awarded to a graduate who has demonstrated general excellence, scholastic ability and Christian character.
2. The John Vanasselt Leadership Award
This award, in the amount of $100.00, is presented annually to a member of Student Council who has demonstrated exceptional leadership abilities and a high level of academic achievement. This award is established in honour of Mr. John Vanasselt,Woodland’s founding principal, who served the school from 1976 to 1992.
3. The John Vanasselt Achievement Award
This award, also presented in honour of Mr. Vanasselt, is provided by the Board of Trustees of Woodland Christian High School. It is given to the graduate who has demonstrated a high level of excellence in all aspects of school life during the year in which the award is made.
4. The Governor General’s Academic Medal
This medal is presented on behalf of the Governor General ofCanadato the graduate who has the highest average in the graduating class. This average includes all grade 11
and grade 12 courses as listed on the student’s official transcript of grades issued by the Ministry of Education. The average can not be anticipated; it must be calculated on final results at the end of the school year. Marks taken after graduation to upgrade marks are not included in the calculation of this average.
There is no differentiation between the types of courses (university, college or open); all courses taken, which directly result in the obtaining of the OSSD are included.
5. Woodland Memorial Award
This award is presented annually to the graduating student by their cheerfulness and good humor has been an encouraging friend to m8any, and in positive ways contributed to the spirit of the school
6. The Barnabas Gift of Encouragement
This award is named for the apostle identified in Acts 4:36 as the “Son of Encouragement”. It is meant to encourage all students to remember that distractions and obstacles can be overcome with God’s help. It is presented annually to selected students who have demonstrated perseverance and determination in their work at school in the face of special challenges.
7. Kitchener Waterloo Record “Top Students” award
This award is presented to two graduating students who have participated in school activities, demonstrated leadership, shown positive contributions to all areas of school life
8. Activity Award of Distinction
This award, in the form of a plaque, is given to the students who have been involved in a minimum of 20 co-curricular activities during four years atWoodland. For those who have come later toWoodland, it is possible to earn this award in 3 years (15 activities) or two years (10 activities). This award is given to students in the year of graduation, during which the recipients will have maintained an academic average of 66% or higher.
9. Activity Award of Merit
This award, in the form of a plaque, is given to students who have been involved in 15 activities in four years. This award is given to students in the year of graduation, during which the recipients will have maintained a passing academic average.
10. Academic Award of Distinction
This award, in the form of a plaque, is given to graduates who have maintained an academic average of 80% or better during four years atWoodlandif they graduate after four years.
11. Academic Award of Merit
This award, in the form of a plaque, is given to graduates who after four years will have maintained an academic average of 80% for three of those four years or an academic average of 75% for each year.
For academic awards, the qualifying averages are calculated on the basis of the highest marks in six full credit courses
12. Athletic Award of Distinction
This award, in the form of a plaque, is awarded to graduates who in four years will have participated in 18 athletic activities, selected from: intramurals, organizational/leadership, and varsity sports teams.
In addition to the above, the recipients of this award will have served for one year in Student Government or the Athletic Council, and will have maintained an academic average of 66% in the graduating year.
13. Athletic Award of Merit
This award, in the form of a plaque, is awarded to graduates who after four years, will have participated in 12 athletic activities, selected from: intramurals, organizational, and varsity sports teams.
In addition to the above, the recipients of this award will have maintained a passing academic average in the graduating year.
14. Student of the Year
This award is presented annually to a student who has demonstrated Christian character, a high level of leadership and involvement in school activities, a strong academic record, and a positive relationship with staff and fellow students.
15. Outstanding Citizen & Service Award
This award is presented annually to a junior and senior student who have provided support and encouragement to others, have demonstrated outstanding citizenship and community spirit, have been involved with school activities, and have a positive relationship with staff and fellow students.
16. Stewardship-Discipleship Award
This award is presented annually to a junior and senior student who have demonstrated stewardship in the use and development of personal resources and talents. The recipients will also have shown spiritual depth, moral integrity and responsible discipleship in dealings with staff and students. The recipients will have been involved in activities such as the Chapel Committee and the Students of Service.
17. Spirit Award
This award will presented to a student in each grade who has demonstrated community spirit and leadership in organized school activities and has contributed to school spirit through participation in Student Government sponsored activities. The recipients will have contributed to a positive school atmosphere and will have demonstrated a positive attitude toward staff and students.
18. Department and Subject Awards
Each department in the school will present an award to a junior and senior student who has demonstrated excellent work in that department during the current year.
19. Male and Female Athlete of the Year
These awards are presented annually to junior and senior athletes who have demonstrated excellence in skills, techniques, strategies and leadership. The recipients will represent the ideals of athletics: self discipline, Christian character, cooperation, sportsmanship, and respect for officials, team-mates and opponents.
20. Colin Hood Award
The Colin Hood Award is given out annually to one graduating male and one graduating female who throughout their high school career have been committed to the success of sport at their school and within their community.