This week, approximately 651 students graduated from SJASD. Parents, guardians and staff gathered this week for convocation ceremonies that marked this important milestone. Below is a snapshot of some of the week's festivities.
Thanks to staff member and volunteers for organizing these fantastic events.
John Taylor Collegiate
John Taylor Collegiate students participated in the 59th Graduate Ceremony on Wednesday, June 28 at the school. Close to 100 grads heard from SJASD Board Chair Cheryl Smukowich. The JT Grad Choir sang “No One is Alone." Director of Curriculum, Assessment and Professional Learning Sandra Melo brought greetings from Senior Administration. Kayden Buffalo and Jack Speechley provided the Valedictorian address and Principal Walt Lipinski also delivered a speech.
Westwood Collegiate
On Wednesday, June 28, Westwood Collegiate grads and their families gathered at the Centennial Concert Hall to participate in a morning graduation ceremony. Graduates were serenated by the Westwood Band and Grad Choir. Superintendent Jenness Moffatt, Trustee Sandy Lethbridge and Principal Kevin Dueck brought greetings while Student Anna Oike provided the Valedictorian address. Diplomas were presented to over 150 graduates.
Collège Sturgeon Heights Collegiate
Over 250 graduates packed into the RBC Convention Centre for Convocation 2023 on Thursday, June 29. After a vocal jazz rendition of O'Canada, attendees heard from Trustee Craig Glennie, Superintendent Jenness Moffatt, and Principal George Valentim. The Valedictorian address was provided by Gabrielle Panotes while the Allocution des Finissants was provided by Kiana Meister. The Grad Choir performed “Take Me Home" by the Pentatonix.
St. James Collegiate Institute
St. James Collegiate Institute held their graduate ceremony on Wednesday, June 28 at the Victoria Inn. Over 100 grads filed into the conference room. Knowledge Keeper North Star performed the Honour Song. Trustee Angela Dunn brought greetings from the School Board. Principal Lorelei Steffler provided a speech and Jordana Buckwold, Assistant Superintendent of Education and Administration, brought greetings from the Superintendent's Department. Valedictorian Maye Adanza addressed the crowd. The Grad Choir performed “Unwritten" by Natasha Bedinfield.
Jameswood Alternative School
Close to 30 Jameswood graduates rose to accept their diplomas at the school on Tuesday, June 27. Trustee Tara Smith brought greetings from the Board, while Superintendent Moffatt and Principal Stacy Kent delivered speeches. After the ceremony, attendees enjoyed a catered lunch.
