Wellness Activities Around Ottawa
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Graduate Award (Grade 12): $600 Value
Junior Award (Grade 9-11): $300 Value
This award honours an OCSB International Student who demonstrates the Deep Learning competency of Citizenship. Citizenship is the skill that allows a student to connect with people with diverse world views and perspectives diplomatically. People who master this skill are engaged members of society who contribute to improving our world for the benefit of all.
Graduate Award (Grade 12): $600 Value
Junior Award (Grade 9-11): $300 Value
This award honours an OCSB International Student who demonstrates the Deep Learning competency of Character. Character is one of the more apparent skills that a student will need throughout their whole life. This skill describes how a student interacts with others in the world and produces important traits like perseverance, resilience, humility and kindness.
Graduate Award (Grade 12): $600 Value
Junior Award (Grade 9-11): $300 Value
This award honours an OCSB International Student who demonstrates the Deep Learning competency of Communication. Communication is an essential skill that will help a student interact with others, express their thoughts, feelings and ideas. This skill also allows a student to understand others and involves using a variety of tools and mediums to connect with the right audience.
Graduate Award (Grade 12): $600 Value
Junior Award (Grade 9-11): $300 Value
This award honours an OCSB International Student who demonstrates the Deep Learning competency of Critical Thinking. Critical Thinking is the ability to thoughtfully evaluate information and arguments by seeing patterns and making connections. This skill is becoming more and more important as information becomes easier to access and will help a student apply information and knowledge in the real world.
Graduate Award (Grade 12): $600 Value
Junior Award (Grade 9-11): $300 Value
This award honours an OCSB International Student who demonstrates the Deep Learning competency of Collaboration. Collaboration is a skill that allows a student to work well with others. A successful collaborator knows how to offer their unique talents and abilities while accepting, valuing and building upon the strengths that others bring to the table.
Graduate Award (Grade 12): $600 Value
Junior Award (Grade 9-11): $300 Value
This award honours an OCSB International Student who demonstrates the Deep Learning competency of Creativity. Creativity is a valuable skill that allows a student to take an idea and turn it into a reality. This skill is demonstrated when a student is able to “think outside the box,” be resourceful, and take risks to come up with innovative ideas and solutions to problems.
If you have any additional questions, please send an email to jenny.perlaleon@ocsb.ca.
Where can International Students register with OCSB?
You can apply online at https://mytruenorth.ca/appindex.php?db=ottawacatholic
Are there financial support for International Students?
No, International students will have to apply for financial assistance from their home country. We do not offer entrance grants or loans for International Students.
How do I make a fee payment?
Fees can be paid by wire transfer via western union. For more information please contact admissions@ocsb.ca
I would like to talk to someone about course selection, who can I connect with?
If you are a registered student, you can connect directly to your academic counsellor (guidance counselor). If you are looking to apply and need guidance you can contact the Admissions Team via email: discover@ocsb.ca
Are there any extracurricular activities?
Our OSCB schools offer a large variety of extracurricular activities in the areas of arts, sports, academics, leadership, technology, recreation and nature.
Can I connect with other OCSB International Students?
Please visit our social media pages on Instagram and Facebook where students share their experiences and provide answers to frequently asked questions.
Can I attend school virtually?
Yes. International Students also have the option to apply to our Virtual Academy where students are able to receive credits without leaving their country.
The Ottawa Catholic School Board is proud to be a member of and work with many leading local, provincial, national and international education organizations. We take pride in our affiliations as they allow us a voice in the international education industry and the ability to stay on top of the latest developments and trends.
We have the honour to receive recognition both internationally and within our community. Each accomplishment reinforces our Strategic Commitments to Be Community, Be Well, and Be Innovative. Here are some of our recent awards and accomplishments.
Contact us today to learn more about enrolling you or your child at the OCSB.