2016 Holy Trinity Graduation Awards Altruists Club of Oakville Award is presented to a graduating student who is pursuing post-secondary education and has made a significant contribution to the Oakville community through volunteer service. Aramark Spirit Awards are presented to graduating students who have contributed to the spirit of Holy Trinity through involvement in school activities. Chaplaincy Award is given to a graduating student who demonstrates one or more of the Gospel values of inclusion, moral living, and social action. The Christine Jones School Council Award honours the memory of Christine Jones, a member of the Holy Trinity School Council, who had an unending desire to serve her community and who inspired others to serve with a willing spirit. The award is presented to a graduating student exhibiting extraordinary selfless leadership, humility, a strong commitment to the Catholic faith and responds to the needs of the community without hesitation. Civitan Chuck Shallhorn Memorial Service Award is awarded to a graduating student who is actively involved in the school & Oakville community. Award is sponsored by Canadian General Electric Company. Croatian Catholic Mission of Holy Trinity Faith in Action Award student who is an active member of the parish and who tries to live an exemplary Christian and Catholic life and shows care for others. The recipient is chosen by the parish. Don Grant Award is given to a graduating student who demonstrates leadership, modesty, humility and enthusiastic school spirit. Father Patrick Fogarty Award is given to a student who demonstrates academic excellence and a commitment to Christian living. The Diocese of Hamilton Award recognizes a student in the graduating class who has attained high academic proficiency and exemplifies Catholic leadership qualities, Christian values and a commitment to service in the community. The recipient realizes his/her social responsibility to bring the gospel values to the world in which they live. Holy Trinity Pursuit of Excellence Award is awarded to a graduating student who demonstrates academic improvement & personal growth. 1 Holy Trinity Faculty Award is awarded to a graduating student who contributes significantly to school life. Holy Trinity Faculty Award is given to a graduating student who through perseverance has obtained success in academics. James D. Hogan Memorial Award is presented to a student who has exemplified the qualities of loyalty, perseverance, and integrity during his/her school years. Knight’s of Columbus Christian Leadership Award is given to a student who is involved in parish and community life. Knight’s of Columbus Valedictorian Award is given to the student who was selected by his/her peers to represent the graduating class. Lieutenant Governor’s Community Volunteer Award is given to a student who has shown exemplary community contribution or outstanding achievement through volunteer experience. Mary Mother of God Parish C.W.L. Award is given to a student who is a member of the parish and who through their Catholic values contributes to the well being of their school and greater community. The recipient is chosen by the parish. Oakville Italian Club Award is awarded to a student who has pursued Italian studies throughout secondary school and has demonstrated academic excellence. Professor Gianrenzo P. Clivio Memorial Award honours the memory of Gianrenzo P. Clivio, professor of Italian Linguistics at the University of Toronto. The award is presented to a student who has pursued Italian studies throughout secondary school and has demonstrated academic excellence. Oakville Trafalgar Lion’s Club (Robert Quinn Memorial Scholarship) Award is presented to a student who shows overall academic improvement in final year. Pathways Apprenticeship Award is given to a graduating student who is pursuing apprenticeship studies. Principal’s Award is presented to a student for academic excellence and student leadership. 2 R.J. McCarthy Award is given to graduating students whose acts and deeds reflect the mission of the school. St. Michael’s Parish C.W.L. Award is given to a student who is a member of the parish and who through his/her Catholic values has contributed to the well being of his/her school and greater community. The recipient is chosen by the parish. St. Michael’s Parish Christian Faith in Action Award is given to a graduating student who attempts to live an exemplary Christian and Catholic life, who is an active member of the St. Michael’s parish, and who demonstrates his/her love of neighbour by being a caring person. The recipient is chosen by the parish. Student Council Award is presented to a student who has made a consistent contribution to school life through leadership and dedication on student council. Student Award of Excellence is presented by the Halton Catholic District School Board to a student who has displayed strong Catholic leadership, involved in school affairs and community activities. The John Beraldo Award is awarded to a student who, in the opinion of the Principal, combines excellence in athletics with integrity, a tireless work ethic, and service to the school community. Year book Award is given to a student who has made a significant contribution to school life through leadership and dedication in the production of the school’s yearbook. The Thomas P. Jasinski Memorial Award honours the memory of Thomas P. Jasinski, a grade 12 student at Holy Trinity, who had a love of learning, a passion for business and technology, and an unending desire to help others. The award is presented to a graduating student pursuing post-secondary education in business studies, demonstrates academic excellence and exemplifies an entrepreneurial vision in starting a business. The award is sponsored by the Thomas P. Jasinski Scholarship Fund for Business Students. Students are to apply for this award and the recipient is selected by the TPJ Scholarship Board of Directors. The Charles Babbage: Father of Computing Computer Studies Award is awarded to a grade 12 student who has demonstrated past academic excellence in the fields of computer science and/or engineering, and has declared their intention to pursue a computer science and/or computer engineering postsecondary pathway. 3 The Holy Trinity Alumni Memorial Award – Established in 2011, by Holy Trinity Student Services, commemorates the memory of passed staff and students. Four awards are given to students bound for apprenticeship, college or university, who are in financial need. The Trinity Robotics Award is awarded to a graduating student who has demonstrated leadership, integrity, initiative and commitment to the Holy Trinity Robotics Team, The Tronic Titans Team 3161. University of Toronto Book Award is presented to the student who attains excellence in academics and demonstrates school and community involvement as selected by the University of Toronto. The Holy Trinity Award for Musical Study is presented to a graduating student who will be pursuing musical studies at a post-secondary level, has demonstrated consistent growth on their major instrument over a four year period, and has lead through their example of disciplined and diligent practice. The Colin McGillicuddy Award is awarded to a graduating student who quietly leads, demonstrating organizational skill and continued perseverance, guided by their faith to make Holy Trinity a more engaged Catholic Community. Titans Technology Award is given to a graduating student who has demonstrated initiative, Catholic leadership, dedication, commitment, and personal growth through their involvement with our Technology Program, and is also pursuing a post-secondary pathway in a technology area. Holy Trinity Business Studies Award is given to a graduating student who has demonstrated commitment, involvement, leadership and success in the Business Studies program at Holy Trinity. 4 5