Awards & Scholarships Package
September 2014
(For External and Internal Students Entering Grade 9)
Senior School Scholarships
Alumni Association’s Leadership Scholarships
Alumni Legacy Honorarium
“At Hillfield Strathallan College we prepare young people
for higher learning and life by emphasizing academic excellence
and the nurturing of the whole child.”
Marc Ayotte, Head of College
299 Fennell Ave. West, Hamilton, ON L9C 1G3
Telephone: (905) 389-1367 Fax: (905) 389-6366
e-mail: admissions@hsc.on.ca
www.hsc.on.ca
Hillfield Strathallan College Senior School Scholarships
Introduction
The successful recipients of the HSC Senior School Scholarships will be students who embody the College’s
Mission, Vision and Values, most notably a commitment to “academic excellence” and “a broad approach to
education” that includes academics, the arts, athletics, community service and leadership opportunities.
Scholarship awards are based on a variety of factors, including academic achievement in the scholarship
examinations, previous academic performance and a foundation of academic success as demonstrated through
report cards, and an ability and willingness to contribute to the day-to-day life of the College. A Selection
Committee established and chaired by the Director of Admissions will review applications and determine the
scholarship award recipients.
Purpose
The purpose for these scholarships is to ensure student excellence is recognized and celebrated as students embark
on their education in our Senior School.
Eligibility
Senior School Scholarships are offered to eligible students entering Grade 9, including current HSC Grade 8
students. All new candidates must submit a regular Application for Admission, as well as the completed
Scholarship Application(s).
Awards
Our Senior School Scholarships are valued from $1,000-$10,000 and are offered as one time awards for students
entering into Grade 9.
Check List
HSC Application for Admission for new students has been completed.
Applicant is entering into Grade 9.
Applicant is a Canadian Citizen or permanent resident.
Applicant must have a strong academic ability as demonstrated through report cards and should be
consistently achieving A’s or 85% or higher in their subjects.
Scholarship application has been submitted to the Admissions Office no later than
Friday, November 22, 2013.
Hillfield Strathallan College Alumni Association’s Leadership Scholarship
Introduction
The Alumni Association’s Leadership Scholarship each year celebrates two students (one male and one female)
entering Grade 9. These awards highlight and recognize the leadership achievements and potential of each
recipient.
A Selection Committee established and chaired by the Director of Admissions or another individual as
designated by the Head of College, will review applications and prepare a short list of applicants to interview.
Purpose
The purpose for this scholarship is to ensure student leadership excellence is recognized and celebrated at HSC.
Eligibility
The Alumni Association’s Leadership Scholarships are offered to eligible students entering Grade 9, including
current HSC Grade 8 students. All new candidates must submit a regular Application for Admission, as well as
the completed Scholarship Application(s).
Awards
Each scholarship is valued at $10,000 and is offered as a one time award for two students entering into Grade 9.
Check List
HSC Application for Admission for new students has been completed.
Applicant is entering into Grade 9.
Applicant must have a strong academic ability as demonstrated through report cards and should be
consistently achieving A’s or 85% or higher in their subjects.
Applicant is a Canadian Citizen or permanent resident.
Scholarship application has been submitted to the Admissions Office no later than
Friday, November 22, 2013.
Hillfield Strathallan College Alumni Legacy Honorarium
Introduction
This one time honorarium will be given to any child or grandchild of an alumnus to celebrate the family link to
the College. An alumnus will be defined as any student who fulfilled a minimum of one year at HSC, or its
predecessor schools. Internal recipients may be recognized during Grade 8 graduation. All candidates will
receive their award via a tuition deduction on their September tuition statement.
Purpose
The purpose for this honorarium is to celebrate Alumni connections to the College. Please note that recipients
will be contacted for photos, and a portion of the application form outlining the family connection will be used
in future College communications.
Eligibility
Any student who is a child or grandchild of an alumnus of Highfield School, Hillfield School, Strathallan School
or Hillfield Strathallan College and is entering Grade 9.
Award
This award is a one time $500 tuition deduction.
Check List
HSC Application for Admission for new students has been completed.
Applicant is the child or grandchild of an HSC, (or predecessor institution) Alumnus.
Applicant is entering Grade 9 at HSC.
HSC Senior School Scholarships Application
Please check all Scholarships and Awards you wish to be considered for below:
□ Senior School Scholarships
□ Alumni Association’s Leadership Scholarships
□ Alumni Legacy Honorarium
Please note: applicants are only eligible to receive one HSC scholarship. However, honorariums may be
received in conjunction with a scholarship.
Scholarship applications are due in to the HSC Admissions office by
Friday, November 22, 2013.
An HSC Application for Admission must be completed and application fee paid for
all new incoming students to HSC in order to be eligible for scholarships and
awards.
Student Information
Student Name
Name Used
Male/Female
Address
City
Postal
e-mail
Phone
Present School
Present Grade
Most Recent
Avg.
Grade Reports: Please provide a copy of your June report card from last year and any report cards for the current year.
Institution
Yrs Attended
References are required for Senior School Scholarships and Alumni Association’s Leadership Scholarships only:
Please provide 2 reference letters from persons who are familiar with your academic and extracurricular successes. Please
provide their names and roles on the spaces provided below.
REFERENCES TO BE COMPLETED ONLINE BY PROVIDING THE FOLLOWING LINK:
www.hsc.on.ca/pages/admissions/academic-reference
Reference Name
Title
Relationship to Reference i.e. (teacher, coach)
Alumni/ Family Connections
Information provided will be used to assess an applicant’s eligibility for the HSC Alumni Legacy honorarium. Please note
only applicants who are the child or the grandchild of an alumnus will be eligible for the honorarium. All other family
information will be utilized for the sole purpose of celebrating family connections at the College.
Grad Year
Alumni Name (Maiden and Married if applicable)
Relationship to Applicant
Please share with us why you are proud to be attending your family’s Alma Mater.
The following questions are to be completed by the Senior School Scholarship and the Alumni Association
Leadership Scholarship applicants only
(Please feel free to attached a separate document if required)
Leadership
Please write a paragraph on a leadership role you have fulfilled in your school or community.
How do you see yourself contributing to the HSC Community?
Community Involvement
Please write a paragraph on how you have made a contribution to better your school, team, or your community.
Extracurricular Activities
Please list below any activities, groups, performances, clubs or organized sports in which you have participated in the last
four years.
Activity
Years Involved
Position or Role
Awards or Distinctions
Academic Summary
What subjects do you like best? Why?
Have you received any academic awards or prizes? Please list them and the year they were awarded.
Choose at least one school activity (e.g. music, drama, athletics) that you enjoy and write a paragraph about why
it is important to you.
Personal Statement
Students are encouraged to attach a supplementary sheet to provide information about your ambitions, goals,
background, leadership, and any other factors that would assist the selection committee in judging your
eligibility.
Examinations:
Examinations will be held at Hillfield Strathallan College, from 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. on Saturday,
November 30, 2013. This is the only date and time that the scholarship tests may be written. Please check in at
the Page Building foyer (signs will be posted).
Format of Examination:
Candidates will be tested on English (reading, presenting an organized written argument and creative writing)
and mathematics. Candidates will need to bring a scientific calculator.
The examinations will not be based on any particular course of studies, but will give the candidates an
opportunity to demonstrate their thinking skills and to express themselves effectively. Special attention will be
paid to comprehension, effective use of English and careful presentation of work.
Notes:
The award recipients will be notified by the Head of College prior to the end of January. All applications will
be regarded as confidential.
The Head of College reserves the right to withdraw any of the awards if a recipient does not maintain his/her
academic
standing.
1.
Signature:
We hereby make this application for our son/daughter as a candidate for Hillfield Strathallan College
Scholarship and Awards programme.
We understand that if he/she is offered an award, a completed Hillfield Strathallan College Application for
Admission must be on file.
__________________________________ Phone ________________ E-mail __________________________
Please Print Name Clearly: Parent/ Guardian
___________________________________________________ Date __________________________
Signature of parent/guardian
Submission:
Please submit application package to the attention of ‘HSC Admissions Office’ by fax to, 905-389-6366, by
scanned .pdf document to sheila.skinner@hsc.on.ca, or by delivery to 299 Fennel Avenue West, Hamilton, ON
L9C 1G3.
For any questions regarding this application please contact Sheila Skinner in the Admissions Office at 905389-1367 x 160 or via email at sheila.skinner@hsc.on.ca
Scholarship Examination Information
Please retain this page for your reference
Examinations will be held at Hillfield Strathallan College on
Saturday, November 30, 2013.
Check in begins at 8:30am. Exams start at 9:30 a.m. and will end at 12:00 p.m.
This is the only date and time that the scholarship tests may be written.
Please check in at the Page Building foyer (signs will be posted).
Format of Examination:
Candidates will be tested on English (reading, presenting an organized written argument and creative writing)
and mathematics. Candidates will need to bring a scientific calculator.
The examinations will not be based on any particular course of studies, but will give the candidates an
opportunity to demonstrate their thinking skills and to express themselves effectively. Special attention will be
paid to comprehension, effective use of English and careful presentation of work.
For any questions regarding our scholarship examinations, please contact Sheila Skinner in the Admissions
Office at 905-389-1367 x 160 or via email at Sheila.skinner@hsc.on.ca
Hillfield Strathallan College. 299 Fennell Avenue West Hamilton, ON L9C 1G3 | Tel: (905) 389-1367