Congratulations to our graduating Class of 2022!
Congratulations to all the graduates who have been awarded the Ontario Secondary School Diploma as well as our Award recipients who received an Ontario Scholar Award, an Academic Achievement Award or a Special Award!
The Ontario Scholar Award is given by the province of Ontario to students who have achieved an average of at least 80% in their top six Grade 12 courses.
INTRODUCING THE CLASS OF 2022 with their continued educational path:
Adam Abdulla : Architectural Technology, Fanshawe College, Ontario, Canada
Elizabeth Bernard : Gap Year, Entrepreneurship Studies
Maya Cheekes – Ontario Scholar : B. Commerce – Marketing, Concordia University, Montreal, Canada
Noah De Freitas Walker : Electromechanical Engineering, Fanshawe College, Ontario, Canada
Alexandra Elias – Ontario Scholar : B. Business Administration – Fashion Marketing, Marymount Manhattan College, New York, USA. Dean’s International Scholarship: $64,000 USD
Chelsea Escalante – Ontario Scholar : B. Business Administration, Simon Fraser University, British Columbia, Canada
Chad Ferreira : Diesel Mechanics, Fanshawe College, Ontario, Canada
Daniella Frost – Ontario Scholar : B. Sc. Environmental & Earth Sciences, McMaster University, Ontario, Canada
Josh Gonsalves : B.Sc. Aviation, Mount Allison University, New Brunswick, Canada. Robichaud-Vantage Scholarship:$9,000 CAD
Annahka Hassanali – Ontario Scholar : B.Sc. Neuroscience, University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Victor Philip Herde : Business Studies, Fanshawe College, Ontario, Canada
Thea Jagdeo – Ontario Scholar : Life Sciences, University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Jean-Luc James-Smith : Gap Year, Business Studies
Emerald Jean-Baptiste : Gap Year, Animation and Game Art, Miami Dade College
Ella Johnson – Ontario Scholar : B.A. Social Sciences, Western University, Ontario, Canada
Alejandra Lalla – Ontario Scholar : Gap Year, Cosmetic Surgery
Isabelle Laquis – Ontario Scholar : BA College of Arts & Sciences, University of Miami, Florida, USA. Canes Achievement Scholarship: $19,000 USD per year, total of $76,000 USD
Savanna Laquis – Ontario Scholar : Liberal Arts, Northeastern University, Massachusetts, USA
Sebastian Laquis : B.Sc. International Business & Economics, University of Tampa, Florida, USA
Danielle Lee Son – Ontario Scholar : B.A. Elementary Education, Florida International University, Florida, USA
Savannah-Marie Lee Son – Ontario Scholar : Business Administration, Miami Dade College, Florida, USA
Joshua Leung – Ontario Scholar : B. Comm. Finance and Business Economics, York University, Ontario , Canada
Luke Mansoor : Gap Year, Project Management
Alexander Milne – Ontario Scholar : B.Sc. Aviation Management, Lynn University, Florida, USA. Merit Scholarship: $18,000 USD
Ashley Mohammed : Gap year, Economics & Finance
Lola Navarro – Ontario Scholar : B.Sc. Psychology, Lynn University, Florida, USA. Merit Scholarship: $16,000 USD
Chanel Camila Pastor Pita – Ontario Scholar : Comunicación Social, University of Havana, Havana, Cuba
Anya Persad – Ontario Scholar : B.Comm. Business Management, Toronto Metropolitan University, Ontario, Canada
Aiden Rampersadsingh : B.Sc. Computer Science, University of Trinidad and Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago
Anja Rampersadsingh : B.Comm. Management, University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Jenelle Ramrekha : B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Florida, USA
Neve Roffey – Ontario Scholar : B.A. Early Childhood Studies, University of Guelph – Humber, Ontario, Canada
Kaeleigh Salvary – Ontario Scholar : Gap Year, Psychology
Jordan Scott : Health and Social Care, University of Canberra, Canberra, Australia
Mehaboob Adnan Sheik – Ontario Scholar : BA Philosophy, Politics, & Economics, University of British Columbia, British Columbia, Canada
Sarika Singh – Ontario Scholar : LLB Law, University of Leicester, Leicester, UK
Danielle Smith – Ontario Scholar : Pharmacology, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
Seth Teelucksingh – Ontario Scholar : Gap Year, Mechanical Engineering
Tyler Thomson – Ontario Scholar : B.Sc. Computer Science, Brock University, Ontario, Canada. Entrance Scholarship: $10,000 CAD
Logan-Marie Torry – Ontario Scholar : B.Sc. Psychology, Lynn University, Florida, USA. Merit Scholarship: $19,000 USD
Darren Zheng : Gap Year, Automotive Mechanics
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
The Academic Achievement Award is presented to the graduating student with the highest mark in a Grade 12 course. A final minimum grade of at least 80% in the given subject area must have been achieved. A scholarship of TT $1000 is awarded to each recipient.
Business Studies
This award is presented to the student with the highest average in any two of the following courses: Accounting, International Business, or Business Management Leadership.
Recipient: Tyler Thomson
Canadian and World Studies
This award is presented to the student with the highest average in any two of the following courses: World Issues, World History or Economics.
Recipient: Chelsea Escalante
Computer Science and Technology
This award is presented to the student with the highest average in any one of the following courses: Computer Science, Technological Design or Communications Technology.
Recipient: Neve Roffey
English University
This award is presented to the student with the highest average in University Level English and University Level Writer’s Craft.
Recipient: Alexandra Elias and Logan Marie Torry
Humanities
This award is presented to the student with the highest average in Challenge & Change in Society and Nutrition & Health.
Recipient: Neve Roffey
Mathematics College
This award is presented to the student with the highest average in Foundations for College Mathematics or Mathematics for College Technology.
Recipient: Alexandra Elias
Mathematics University
This award is presented to the student with the highest average in any two of the following courses: Advanced Functions, Calculus & Vectors, or Data Management.
Recipient: Daniella Frost and Thea Jagdeo
Music
This award is presented to the student with the highest average in Grade 12 Music.
Recipient: Alexander Milne
Physical Education
This award is presented to the student with the highest average in any Grade 12 Physical Education course.
Recipient: Thea Jagdeo
Science
This award is presented to the student with the highest average in any two Grade 12 University Level Science courses: Biology, Chemistry, or Physics.
Recipient: Thea Jagdeo
Spanish
This award is presented to the student with the highest average in Level 3 Spanish.
Recipient: Chanel Camille Pastor Pita
MAPLE LEAF SPECIAL AWARDS
These awards recognize the academic, social, and volunteer achievements of our graduating students.
The University of Toronto National Book Award
The University of Toronto National Book Program recognizes and rewards the very best Canadian secondary school students, regardless of which university those students choose to attend. These are students who demonstrate superior academic performance, original and creative thought, and exceptional achievement in a broad context. They excel in academic pursuits, demonstrate enthusiasm for intellectual exploration and have a strong involvement in the lives of their schools and communities. It is not necessary that the student intends to apply for admission to the University of Toronto. Award recipients receive a National Book Award recognizing their achievements, and as a symbol of their academic potential.
Award Recipients: Maya Cheekes
Schulich Leader Scholarship Nominee
The Schulich Leader Scholarship is a competition for Canadian high school students who are entrepreneurial-minded and exemplify academic excellence AND leadership, along with creativity. The nominees are students who are pursuing careers in technology, engineering, entrepreneurship and business enterprise, and applied scientific research. Mr. Rozario will be presenting our nominee with our school plaque.
Award Recipient: Tyler Thomson
Valedictorian Award
This award is presented to the two graduates who have been elected by classmates and teachers to deliver the valedictory address for the Graduation Ceremony of 2022.
Award Recipients: Neve Roffey and Logan-Marie Torry
Salutatorian Award
This award is presented to the graduate who has been elected by classmates and teachers to deliver the salutation for the Graduation Ceremony of 2022.
Award Recipient: Sarika Singh
Student Council Award
This award is presented to the graduates who have demonstrated the most commitment to Maple Leaf, displaying excellent leadership and teamwork skills, and have been active members of the Maple Leaf Student Council for at least one year.
Award Recipients: Savanna Laquis – President, Isabelle Laquis – Vice-president, Sarika Singh – Secretary/treasurer, Annahka Hassanali – Public Relations Representative
Community Service Award
This award is presented to the graduate who not only completed the required number of community service hours, but went above and beyond.
Award Recipient: Isabelle Laquis
Maple Leaf Overall Achiever Award
This award is presented to the graduate who has represented their school through leadership, sports, academics and the arts.
Award Recipient: Isabelle Laquis
PTA Citizenship Award
This award is presented to the graduate who has made a significant contribution to the Maple Leaf community, with a willingness to place the good of others ahead of personal interests. The recipient will receive a scholarship of $1000TT.
Award Recipient: Savanna Laquis
PTA Academic Award
This award is presented to the graduate with the highest average in six U or M level courses. The recipient will receive a scholarship of $2500TT.
Award Recipient: Tyler Thomson
Sagicor Business Bursary
This award is presented to the graduate who is continuing to a post-secondary business program and has the highest overall average in six grade 12 courses. The recipient will receive a scholarship of $5000TT
Award Recipient: Alexandra Elias
Governor General’s Medal and Award
This prestigious medal and award are presented to the graduate with the highest average in all grade 11 and 12 courses. The recipient will receive a scholarship of $2000TT.
Award Recipient: Logan Marie Torry