The Pinawa Foundation represented by Carol Findlay was pleased to present two scholarships. These awards go to students who have demonstrated an active interest in their school community as well as the community beyond the walls of PSS. The students are outstanding examples of volunteer models who give back to their community. The students are learning the rewards of giving of themselves through volunteer work.
Pinawa Foundation Scholarship ($500)
Emilie Shewchuk demonstrated her community involvement through her participation on Student Council every year at Pinawa Secondary. She served as chairman in her Grade 12 year. She is an active member of the LIVE group as well as playing with many of the sports teams. She has coached Junior High soccer and volleyball. Her volunteer activities extend beyond the school to the hospital where she has volunteered for over a year. Emilie plans a career in the health care field.
Gladys Guthrie Memorial Scholarship ($1500)
The Guthrie family established this award in her memory. Her patients benefited from her compassion, her no-nonsense attitude and her wry sense of humour. Gladys exemplified the most important principle of the nursing profession: according to those in your care value, dignity and kindness.
Emilie Shewchuk has shown her commitment to community throughout her years at Pinawa Secondary by her active involvement in all aspects of school. She was active in Student Council, L.I.V.E. , team sports, student coaching and leading. She has been a volunteer at the Pinawa Hospital weekly for over a year and has developed strong relationships with the long-term patients. Emilie plans to pursue a career in the health care field.
Emilie Shewchuk (R) recipient of the third Gladys Guthrie Memorial Scholarship and the Pinawa Foundation Community Scholarship and Carol Findlay of the Pinawa Foundation (C)