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Page 1: 2018 Valedictorian application - CBEschools.cbe.ab.ca/.../graduation/.../2018Valedictorian-Application.pdfWESTERN CANADA HIGH SCHOOL VALEDICTORIAN APPLICATION FORM GRADUATION 2018

WESTERN CANADA HIGH SCHOOL VALEDICTORIAN APPLICATION FORM

GRADUATION 2018

VALEDICTORIAN The valedictory speech should be inspirational. As a representative of the graduating class, the Valedictorian will show what the “Class of 2018” can offer beyond high school. CRITERIA FOR ASPIRING CANDIDATES: PLEASE…

• be a member of the 2018 graduating class (receiving a diploma in 2017-18); • have a minimum overall average of 80% - please attach a transcript; • be involved in a variety of school / extracurricular activities; • submit three (3) teacher reference forms completed by Western staff members in at least two (2)

separate areas of school life (e.g. academics, athletics, club involvement, etc.); and • prepare a speech of 3 minutes MAXIMUM! Aspiring valedictorians may choose to write an entire

speech but only 3 minutes will be provided to each student during the auditions. Please submit a working draft of the speech to Ms. Olson on the day we return from spring break (Tuesday April 3rd).

Evaluation: All candidates will present to a panel of judges. Speeches will be judged according to the following criteria:

Content • central idea(s)/theme(s) • engaging and relevant – avoids clichés • relevance to the “Class of 2018” Organization • plan • coherence and unity • correct grammar Presentation • voice (audible, clear) • eye contact • tempo • fluency and articulation • presence (posture, poise, confidence, etc.) Please Note:

1. The speech need not be memorized. 2. We will work with you to polish your presentation once you have been selected as Valedictorian.

You may wish to seek help from teachers in preparing your presentation. 3. We reserve the right to edit your speech for appropriateness.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS MUST BE RETURNED TO THE MAIN OFFICE BY THURSDAY MARCH 22ND, 2018 AT 4PM. (JUST BEFORE SPRING BREAK.)

The names of successful candidates and interview times will be posted on the graduation bulletin boards.

Please check this board regularly for updates.

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WESTERN CANADA HIGH SCHOOL: VALEDICTORIAN APPLICATION FORM GRAD 2018

NAME:

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS:

ESTIMATED OVERALL AVERAGE:

NUMBER OF YEARS AT WESTERN:

1. Why do you believe you are an ideal candidate to represent the 2018 graduating class as

Valedictorian? ____________________________________________________________________________________

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2. Why is the Valedictorian important to the graduation process?

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3. Please explain your community, extra-curricular and leadership involvement: include specific examples. Please use another piece of paper if necessary.

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4. What do you aspire to accomplish in your lifetime? How and why?

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Student Nominations: Please print the names of five (5) graduating Grade 12 students who would nominate you as Valedictorian. They must print and sign their name.

Print Sign Name

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Teacher Recommendations: Please provide three teacher recommendations, each by a different teacher, from at least two different subject areas. Name of teachers completing recommendations: 1. _____________________________________

2. _____________________________________ 3. _____________________________________ CLASS SCHEDULE:

Period Class Teacher Room AM 1 2 3 4

PM

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS MUST BE RETURNED TO THE MAIN OFFICE BY THURSDAY MARCH 22ND, 2018 AT 4PM.

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WESTERN CANADA HIGH SCHOOL

Class of 2018 Graduation Committee Teacher Reference Form 1

ALL REFERENCES ARE CONFIDENTIAL

The student named below is interested in representing the Class of 2018 as Valedictorian, Class Emcee, Historian, or Toastmaster. If you can support this student’s application, please comment on his/her work ethic, citizenship qualities and on his/her ability to represent the Class of 2018.

Student: ___________________________________________________ Referring Teacher: ___________________________________________________

Bold/Underline the position(s) this student is applying for:

q Emcee Speaker q Class Historian q Student Toast To Teacher q Student Toast to Parents / Parent Toast to Graduates q Valedictorian

1. Do you recommend this student (please circle): Yes No 2. On a scale of 1-5 rate your overall impression of this student? 5 4 3 2 1

Please comment as needed:

3. Please comment on this student’s ability to represent the Class of 2018

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Thank you for taking the time to complete this reference. Teacher’s Signature: __________________________________

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS MUST BE RETURNED TO THE MAIN OFFICE BY THURSDAY MARCH 22ND, 2018 AT 4PM.

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WESTERN CANADA HIGH SCHOOL

Class of 2018 Graduation Committee Teacher Reference Form 2

ALL REFERENCES ARE CONFIDENTIAL

The student named below is interested in representing the Class of 2018 as Valedictorian, Class Emcee, Historian, or Toastmaster. If you can support this student’s application, please comment on his/her work ethic, citizenship qualities and on his/her ability to represent the Class of 2018.

Student: ___________________________________________________ Referring Teacher: ___________________________________________________

Bold/Underline the position(s) this student is applying for:

q Emcee Speaker q Class Historian q Student Toast To Teacher q Student Toast to Parents / Parent Toast to Graduates q Valedictorian

3. Do you recommend this student (please circle): Yes No 4. On a scale of 1-5 rate your overall impression of this student? 5 4 3 2 1

Please comment as needed:

4. Please comment on this student’s ability to represent the Class of 2018

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Thank you for taking the time to complete this reference. Teacher’s Signature: __________________________________

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS MUST BE RETURNED TO THE MAIN OFFICE BY THURSDAY MARCH 22ND, 2018 AT 4PM.

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WESTERN CANADA HIGH SCHOOL

Class of 2018 Graduation Committee Teacher Reference Form 3

ALL REFERENCES ARE CONFIDENTIAL

The student named below is interested in representing the Class of 2018 as Valedictorian, Class Emcee, Historian, or Toastmaster. If you can support this student’s application, please comment on his/her work ethic, citizenship qualities and on his/her ability to represent the Class of 2018.

Student: ___________________________________________________ Referring Teacher: ___________________________________________________

Bold/Underline the position(s) this student is applying for:

q Emcee Speaker q Class Historian q Student Toast To Teacher q Student Toast to Parents / Parent Toast to Graduates q Valedictorian

5. Do you recommend this student (please circle): Yes No 6. On a scale of 1-5, rate your overall impression of this student? 5 4 3 2 1

Please comment as needed:

5. Please comment on this student’s ability to represent the Class of 2018

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Thank you for taking the time to complete this reference. Teacher’s Signature: __________________________________

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS MUST BE RETURNED TO THE MAIN OFFICE BY THURSDAY MARCH 22ND, 2018 AT 4PM.