Each year in September, the Collegiate holds its annual AWARDS NIGHT for students in Grade 9 to Grade 11 from the previous year.  Awards Night is held to acknowledge students who have achieved high academic standing or high co-curricular achievement, and/or have made extraordinary contributions to the school and school spirit in the previous year.  Grade 12 awards and scholarships are distributed at the graduation ceremony in June.

HONOUR ROLL

Students will receive an honour award if they attain an average of 80 % or better.  Honours with Distinction will be awarded for an average of 90% or better.  The average will be calculated as follows:

A Student's average in Grade 9 will be calculated on the average of 8 Grade 9 credits:

• Five compulsory subjects; English Language Arts, Canadian Studies, Mathematics, Phys. Ed, and Science.
• The best three optional credits at the Grade 9 level.

A Student's average in Grade 10 will be calculated on the average of 8 Grade 10 credits:

• Five compulsory subjects; English Language Arts, Geography, Phys. Ed, Science and the best Mathematics course at the Grade 10 level.
• The best three credits from their optional subjects at the Grade 10 level.

A Student's average in Grade 11 will be calculated on the average of 6 Grade 11 credits:

• Three compulsory subjects; English Language Arts, Canadian History and the best Mathematics course at the Grade 11 level (may be Accounting).
• The best three credits from their optional subjects at the Grade 11 level.

A Student's average in Grade 12 will be calculated on the average of 6 Grade 12 credits:

• Two compulsory subjects Comprehensive English Language Arts and the best Mathematics course at the Grade 12 level (may be Accounting).
• The best four credits from optional courses at the Grade 12 level.

NOTES:

• Only courses reported using a percentage grade can be used for Honour Roll calculations.
• Courses will only be used once for a students' average regardless of which level the course is at and which grade the student is in.
• For Honour Roll purposes only courses at current grade level will be considered in the grade average regardless of when they were taken. Courses below current grade level will not be used in a students' average calculation. For example, a Grade 11 course taken in Grade 10 will not be used in the honour roll calculation until the student is in Grade 11, also a Grade 11 course taken in Grade 12 will not be used in the calculation of an average for Grade 12.
• To be eligible for honour roll, students must be enrolled in the required number of courses to be considered a full time student for the year. (Grade 9 & 10 - 8 courses minimum, Grade 11 & 12 - 6 courses minimum.)
• Students transferring into Morden Collegiate will be considered for Honour Roll on an individual basis.

SUBJECT CERTIFICATES & SCHOLARSHIPS

Above average academic achievement and a superior attitude are the major criteria considered by teachers as they nominate individuals for subject area recognition. The philosophy adhered to is that recognition be given to as many students as possible. Scholarships, subject certificates and bursaries are made possible by the Collegiate, Morden businesses and community groups.

SPIRIT AWARDS

The Spirit Award is intended to recognize the students who have put in their time and energy to make school activities successful.  This may be through their leadership, enthusiasm, and/or commitment and involvement to bringing these events to a successful conclusion. The Spirit Award recognizes involvement in the many school activities that contribute to school life and atmosphere.  This could include involvement in team and individual sports, the yearbook, band ensembles, choir, school drama, and student council as well as other activities that occur during each year.

MERIT AWARDS

Four Senior (Grade 11 & 12 ) and four Junior (Grade 9 & 10) Merit Awards are presented to students for outstanding involvement in school activities outside of athletics.

ATHLETIC AWARDS

The Physical Education Department awards a number of athletic awards to students involved in team and individual athletics. Minor athletic crests are awarded to deserving Grade 9 & 10 students and major athletic crests to deserving Grade 11 & 12 students. Each year trophies are awarded to the top female and male athletes of the year.  Medals are awarded to zone and provincial athletic winners.

GENERAL PROFICIENCY AWARD

The General Proficiency Award is presented to a S4 student who has exemplified academic proficiency, student leadership, and significant involvement in school activities. This overall contribution will have had a positive impact on the school environment. The General Proficiency Award is acknowledged through the presentation of the General Proficiency trophy and a cash award of $500.00.

The Grade 12 Academic, Spirit and Merit Awards are presented at graduation.

Note:  Revision of policies / procedures may occur throughout the school year.  Prior to implementation, discussions will occur with students and parents.