Grad 2025

THIS WEEK:
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GRAD PHOTOS - we look forward to welcoming Green Apple for Grad Photos from November 18 - 27. We would like EVERY student to ensure that they come so they can be included on the Grad Composite that is posted within the school.
Photos will be taken in the CoOp Office located at the back of the library. Sessions are booked using this link - please book a session early to avoid disappointment:
You are welcome to bring items that can personalize your session (sport equipment, musical instrument or sheet , etc. No weapons or live animals).
How Should I Dress?
  • Students are encouraged to wear a white or off white shirt with a collar and with or without a tie for best results
  • Robes, caps, flowers and other props will be provided to you during the session
Exclusive Sitting Fee - A sitting fee of $20 (cash only) is paid to the photographer at the time of the photo session. If you forget your fee, the session will need to be rescheduled.
Your Session Fee includes: 
  • 6-8 traditional poses
  • grad composite in a vinyl folder of the Class of 2025 distributed at Commencement
Basic Sitting Fee - there is no charge. Book this session if you DO NOT plan to place an order for grad photos, and to ensure that you are included in the Grad Composite (for the wall)


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The Platform for Leisure and Achievement of Youth (PLAY), a non-profit organization dedicated to the academic and real-life development of youth is hosting a University Prep seminar on November 2, 2024, at 335 Michael Cowpland Drive. This event will feature university students, professionals, and professors from various fields and from various programs across universities in Ottawa to explain their departments/fields. Registration can be found on the link below:

PLAY


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Here are upcoming events for the rest of October and November (please note that the date given for scholarships is the due date):


ONGOING

Applications for various scholarships can be found on ScholarTree and deadlines will vary - not all scholarships are posted in this update!
Most of the scholarships listed in the monthly/weekly updates can be found on the ridgemont scholarship page
OCTOBER
OCTOBER 29th - U of Waterloo in atrium at 8am
OCTOBER 31st - Eaton Indigenous Clean Energy Scholarship due

NOVEMBER
November 1st - Building Brighter Futures Scholarships
November 6th - LAUNCH
November 6th - Sault College in atrium at 8am
November 9 - Algonquin College Open House
November 13th - TD Scholarships for Community Leader
November 14th - Algonquin in the atrium at 11:30am
November 15th - Soroptimist Live Your Dream Awards
November 15th - Kidney Foundation Scholarship
November 15th - Odenza Scholarship
November 15th - Student Achievement Awards - OSSTF/FEESO (Ontario Secondary School Teachers Federation)
Mid November - University of Western Ontario National Scholarship Program opens
November 19th - U of Alberta in atrium at 8am
November 22nd - Lorne and Margaret Trudeau Education Award
November 25th - Nutrien Indigenous Youth Financial Management Awards (AFAO Canada)
November 27th - Algonquin "Discover Degree" Event
November 29th - Cambrian College in atrium at 11:30am
November 30th - Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship for Aspiring Women in Aviation (Air Canada and CAE)
November 30th - Arthur Paulin Automotive Aftermarket Scholarship Award (AIA High Fives for Kids Foundation)
November 30th - Driver Education Initiative Award
November 30th - Smooth Movers Scholarship

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Important Dates:
ONGOING

  • Applications for various scholarships can be found on ScholarTree and deadlines will vary - not all scholarships are posted in this update!
  • Most of the scholarships listed in the monthly/weekly updates can be found on the ridgemont scholarship page
OCTOBER
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Algonquin College is hosting a College Information Program on 
Monday Oct 21st, from 5:30pm-7:30pm at the Algonquin College Student Commons. More than 20 different colleges from all across Ontario will be in attendance  giving students a great opportunity to meet with colleges who typically do not visit the Ottawa area.

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From Scholar Tree:

Scholarship season is fully underway. Over 10 Million Dollars worth of scholarships are currently open for applications on ScholarTree! This week alone, we have added 20 scholarships worth over $120,000.

Once students complete their profiles, they will be matched to all the awards they qualify for. However, many students miss that at the top left-hand corner of their scholarship list, they can filter scholarships by various categories: Program of Study, Ethnicity, Financial Need, etc. 

A list of scholarships available this month can be found in this link

Here are two unique scholarships:
Scholar Tree recognizes that in these uncertain economic times, more people are worried about finances than usual, so they created a short presentation about where students can find scholarships and provide tips to improve their scholarship applications- link here

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Please check out 
the LDHSS student services scholarship page for scholarships that you are eligible to apply to - some scholarships have early deadlines. RHS has an excellent scholarship page where you can find scholarships listed by month - check out the October scholarships soon! 

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As a reminder, there will be a postsecondary presentation for parents/guardians on 
Thursday, October 3rd at 6:30 in the auditorium. At this time representatives from Algonquin, Ottawa U and Carleton U will be available in the foyer to answer any questions. Below is the presentation that we shared with students last week and will be sharing with parents on Thursday. We hope to see many of you (with your caring adults) on Thursday

Grade 12 Post Secondary Education


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A few Canadian Universities are visiting Longfields next week. 



Monday, September 30
11:30am Bishops University 

Wednesday, October 2
11:30am Carleton University

3:00pm Toronto Metropolitan University 

Friday, October 4
2:55pm University of Victoria 

All visiting Universities will set up a table in the atrium, outside of the guidance office for their visit. Please come down to say hello and get more information from a University representative.
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The Post-Secondary Information Assembly is happening for all graduating students tomorrow (September 26th) at 10:40 in the auditorium. Grade 12 classes will be called down at 10:35. If you have an eLearning or spare at that time, please come to the auditorium at 10:35 to hear the information. As a reminder, parents of our grads are invited to attend our post-secondary information session on Thursday, October 3rd at 6:30.


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Researching Post-Secondary Options

  • https://www.ontario.ca/page/job-trends-and-outlook– This Ontario government site provides labor market information including employment outlook, salaries and other details for different occupations. Search Job Profiles to read a report on each job you want to explore. Or take a Career Quiz.

  • www.AlgonquinCollege.com - Follow links for Future Students Career Tools.  Create an account to receive Information on jobs in the Ottawa area and training at Algonquin.

  • www.ontariocolleges.ca Ontario Colleges is the information and log in portal for all Ontario colleges.  Start exploring. 

  • Ontario Universities Info   Find a program, choose a University. You can connect with any of the 21 universities, explore their programs, prerequisites, and find out about virtual visits/tours.
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