Each year, the Halton Catholic District School Board (HCDSB) celebrates exceptional students across our school district at the Annual Student Awards of Excellence Ceremony. This year, due to COVID-19 precautions in place, we are recognizing and congratulating our student recipients virtually!

Congratulations to Natalie Campbell who won the Student Award of Excellence & Keshini Bulloram who won the Spirit of Inclusion Award for the Thomas Merton Centre of Continuing Education!

About Natalie

Natalie has achieved great academic success in a variety of subject areas while attending Thomas Merton as she prepares for a university pathway. Her ability to overcome a challenging journey has earned her the respect of the Thomas Merton staff and students. 

About Keshini

Keshini is friendly to all, is always welcoming to staff and students and a joy to have in the Alternative Education program.  Keshini has faced many challenges and has worked through these challenges while always managing to continue with a positive attitude.  She is a dedicated student that happily participates in many after school activities such as: Girls Night In, French Club, Numeracy Club and Book Club.  Keshini engages with all students and activities in a positive way.  Her positive attitude and dedication are a few reasons why Keshini has made such huge growth. Keshini has goals to one day work with children. 

About the Awards

• The Student Awards of Excellence are presented annually to a student from each elementary and secondary school who has demonstrated outstanding qualities in Catholic leadership, family commitment, involvement in school affairs and community activities.
• The Spirit of Inclusion Award was created by the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC), and is presented each year to elementary and secondary students who demonstrate a commitment to school activities and to their community, making their peers feel valued and respected.

To see a full list of award recipients, please visit our Board website.