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It is with deep sorrow we share the news that Mr. Charles Boyd passed away peacefully in his sleep after a short but courageous battle with metastatic melanoma.
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Grade 4 student takes his passion for sloths, one step further.
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The ceremony was a blend of in-person, recorded, and virtual live speeches, traditional readings, awards and recognition. Valedictorian Thera Sze joined the event in real-time from her home in Hong Kong to give a moving valediction on behalf of the Class of 2021.
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Grade 10 English took some time in class to reflect on the tragic discovery of 215 children whose remains were found at the former Residential Indian School in Kamloops. Students wrote responses as they reflected on the image of 215 children's shoes that have been placed on the steps of the Vancouver Art Gallery.
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The Capstone Project challenges students to develop an innovative solution to a global problem, and take researched action on it.
Meet this year's finalists and learn more about their projects.
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StudyTravel Magazine recently recognized Pickering College as the winner of the ST Secondary School Award - North American School 2020/21, at a virtual gala event.
Shyam Subramanyam has always had a passion for helping Canadians close the income gap.
The Grade 10 PLACE Project (Partnering for Local Action and Community Engagement), asks students to identify and collaborate with a local social justice organization, in order to advocate for and promote the vision and goals of the organization.