Shannon Tong

"Overseeing the program is incredibly rewarding as a teacher leader. The [Award] challenges students to move out of their comfort zone."

Overseeing the program is incredibly rewarding as a teacher leader. The [Award] challenges students to move out of their comfort zone. They give back to their community through service, they choose a new skill to develop, and commit to improving their physical fitness. They also need to plan and complete an adventurous journey – for many of our students, this is the first time they have ever embarked on a wilderness adventure.

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Heather Aucoin

Award Leader

The Award pushes youth out of their comfort zone and encourages them to try new things.

Deanne Nielsen

Award Leader

Through completing the Award, they develop into community-oriented citizens we want representing our school.

Shannon Tong

Award Leader

Overseeing the program is incredibly rewarding as a teacher leader. The [Award] challenges students to move out of their comfort zone.

Dave Maynard

Award Leader

I see the Duke of Edinburgh programme as an incredible opportunity for personal development for young people that will help them be successful throughout their lives.