Scholarships
Grade 6, 7, 8 MBCI Alumni Scholarship of $100 each:
Given to students who affirm the Christian values of the school, has demonstrated a positive attitude toward school and peers, shown an excellent academic effort and positive work habits.
2009/10 Recipients
Grade 6: Luc Ottenbreit
Grade 7: Raj Sidhu
Grade 8: Katrina Schroeder
Grade 6, 7, 8 Jubilee Scholarships of $500 each:
Academic effort, commitment to spiritual values of MBCI, co-curricular participation and some display of positive leadership and supportive attitude toward others in class/school. Recommendation from Middle School teachers in core subject areas. Biblical Studies teachers recommendation significant.
2009/10 Recipients
Grade 6: Sebastian Dowhanik
Grade 7: Hannah Doerksen
Grade 8: Matthew Dyck
Grade 7 Geoff Champion Memorial Science Scholarship:
A $500 scholarship going to a grade 7 student returning to MBCI for grade 8 who excels in science and demonstrates a commitment to Christian values.
2009/10 Recipient:
Name Final Mark Science Project
Naomi Peters 92
Grade 6, 7 and 8 Samuel T. Geddert Memorial Award of $500 each:
This award of $500 is offered by the family and friends of Samuel Geddert to up to 3 returning middle school students who have achieved success in overcoming significant emotional, physical or academic hurdles in their program of studies and/or extra curricular activities at MBCI.
2009/10 Recipients:
Alexander DeFehr Cassidy Kasdorf
Grade 8 Citizenship Awards:
- The student must have shown positive leadership qualities. This can be shown in different ways. The staff and students should view the student as a positive leader. This leadership could be visible or invisible.
- In all of their involvements in school life, the student must have exemplified the ideals of Mennonite Brethren Collegiate Institute.
- The student should have participated in at least one other area of school life in a significant way.
- Candidates for citizenship should have honors or near honors standing.
2009/10 Recipients:
Male Female
Matthew Dyck Avery Koop
Grade 8 Janzen Scholarship (Bursary) of $500 each:
For two students going into Grade 9 next year at MBCI. Students should be of solid character, all-around good kids.
2009/10 Recipients:
Carter Bergen
Janelle Loewen
Grade 9 MBCI Alumni Scholarship of $100:
Given to a student who affirms the Christian values of the school, made a positive contribution to school life, shown an excellent academic effort and demonstrated respect and positive work habits.
2008/09 Recipient: Josh Epp
Grade 9 Jubilee Scholarship $500:
Criteria for Grade 9 student going into Grade 10 at MBCI next year:
Academic effort, commitment to spiritual values of MBCI, co-curricular participation and some display of positive leadership, demonstrated attitude of service and respect. Nominations from Grade 9 teacher in core subject areas. Biblical Studies teachers recommendations significant, especially in regard to involvement in voluntary service.
2009/10 Recipient: Amanda Mathwig
Grade 9 Sherry Plett Memorial Music Scholarship of $500:
This scholarship is given to a student who has demonstrated giftedness, a love for music, has committed to continuing to develop their gifts and has an attitude of service as they use their musical gifts to glorify God and serve the church.
2009/10 Recipient: Jessica Kendal
Grade 9 Will Fast Memorial Scholarship of $500:
Honor student who exemplifies tenets of faith.
2008/09 Recipient: Jonathon Hirsch
Grade 10 & 11 MBCI Alumni Scholarship of $100:
Given to students who affirm the Christian values of the school, make a positive contribution to school life, show an excellent academic effort and demonstrate respect and positive work habits.
*2009/10 Recipients:*
Grade 10 Grade 11
Conrad Mann Nikyla Toews
Grade 10 & 11 Jubilee Scholarship of $500 each:
Jubilee scholarship is given in recognition of outstanding contribution to school life and for demonstrating academic effort, positive leadership and a commitment to the spiritual values of MBCI. Needs to have recommendation from the Biblical Studies teachers.
*2009/10 Recipients:*
Grade 10 Grade 11
Hannah Severa Michael Olfert
Grade 10 or 11 Ernest Pauls Memorial Scholarship for $500:
This scholarship is given to a student going into Grade 11 or Grade 12 who has demonstrated excellence in Music and Athletics. This person should also follow the values of MBCI.
2009/10 Recipient: Adam Bergen
Grade 11 Class of '48 Scholarship of $500
A Grade 11 "B" student, good average grades who has worked hard, believes in Christian principles, and will continue at MBCI for Grade 12
2009/10 Recipient: Hillary Brooks
Grade 11 Sig Schroeder Memorial Scholarship of $500:
Criteria: 2 Sciences, second Language; attitude and care for others important as well.
2009/10 Recipient: Lauren Charnock
Grade 11 Class of ’57 Drama Scholarship for $500:
This scholarship is awarded to a Grade 11 student who is returning to MBCI for Grade 12. Recommended by the Drama Teacher.
2009/10 Recipient: Andrew Brown
Grade 11 Class of ’59 Sig Schroeder Memorial Bursary for $200:
This award is for a Grade 11 student who is returning to MBCI for Grade 12. Academic superiority not required but a minimum overall Grade 11 average of 70% (including Bible course). Should display a positive Christian character and attitude of care for others. Financial need as determined by school.
2009/10 Recipient: Vanessa Lewis
Grade 12 Citizenship Award:
Criteria:
- The student must have shown positive leadership qualities. This can be shown in different ways. The staff and students should view the student as a positive leader. This leadership could be visible or invisible.
- In all of their involvements in school life, the student must have exemplified the ideals of Mennonite Brethren Collegiate Institute.
- The student should have participated in at least one other area of school life in a significant way.
- Candidates for citizenship should have honors or near honors standing.
2009/10 Recipient:
Male Female
Evan Jackson Holly Goossen
Grade 12 Alumni Scholarship of $100:
Given to a student who has modeled Christian values of the school, made a significant contribution to school life, shown an excellent academic effort and demonstrated respect for others.
2009/10 Recipient: Evan Jackson
Grade 12 Elizabeth Hamm Award of $100:
This award is given to a student who exemplifies service and compassion to others. Academic achievement is not a criteria in this award. Please nominate a student from your grade who reaches out to a large group of people, not just to friends and classmates.
2009/10 Recipient: Naomi Neufeld
Grade 12 Sherry Plett Memorial Music Scholarship of $500:
This scholarship is given to a student who has demonstrated giftedness, a love for music, has committed to continuing to develop their gifts and has an attitude of service as they use their musical gifts to glorify God and serve the church.
2009/10 Recipient: Becky Longhurst
Grade 12 MBCI Jubilee Scholarship of $500:
In recognition of outstanding contribution to school life, great academic effort and commitment to the values of the school, recommended by Biblical Studies teachers.
2009/10 Recipient: Holly Goossen
Grade 12 University of Manitoba Chown Scholarship of $500:
Best all-around graduate according to school’s standards enrolled at the University of Manitoba.
2009/10 Recipient: Chris Dynowski
Grade 12 Rev. John Goossen Scholarship for 2 students of $500 each:
Granted to students attending either Columbia Bible College or Bethany College, or the Outtatown Program. Students must have shown academic excellence in Biblical Studies in Grade 12, a strong spiritual commitment and have followed the ideals of MBCI. Recommendation of Biblical Studies teacher(s) required.
2009/10 Recipients: Chloe Wiebe & Kelley Binda
Grade 12 Will Fast Memorial Science Scholarship of $500:
Honors, highest average in Math 40S plus two Sciences, must enter a university program.
2009/10 Recipient: Chris Dynowski
Grade 12 Maria J. DeFehr Science Scholarship of $1000:
A female student entering university studies in science. (Honors, exemplifies values of MBCI)
2009/10 Recipient: Sarah Bruch
Lifetouch scholarship of $500 (1):
2009/10 Recipient: Kira Koop
Steinbach Credit Union scholarship
2009/10 Recipient: Jessica Geddert
Grade 12 Governor General’s Bronze Medal:
Highest average in Grade 11& 12 years.
2009/10 Recipient: Chris Dynowski