Nine students from Rainbow Schools accepted into Shad Canada program

An enriching educational experience awaits nine students from Rainbow Schools who have been accepted into the prestigious Shad Canada program this summer.

Kate Turner of Lively District Secondary School; Xavier Mara and Alexandra Wilson-Zegil of Manitoulin Secondary School; Isaac Longston, Megan Martin and Samuel Dumais of Lockerby Composite School; and Lillian Li, Peter Xiong and John Liao of Lo-Ellen Park Secondary School will join hundreds of secondary students from across Canada to explore the exciting world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) and Entrepreneurship.

“Shad provides students with transformational learning and networking opportunities,” says Rainbow District School Board Director of Education Bruce Bourget. “The program fosters personal growth, nurtures gains in exploration, collaboration and innovation, and helps prepare students for their post-secondary studies.”

Students in Grades 10 and 11 with an aptitude for curiosity, excellence and resilience are accepted into the Shad program which prepares them to take on social and economic challenges. Selection criteria includes academics, extracurriculars, creativity, innovation, and a commitment to excellence.

Program participants hear from acclaimed professors, experts and entrepreneurs, explore university campuses, take part in hands-on and virtual workshops, develop lifelong friendships, and learn about future education and careers in STEAM. Above all, they are able to collaborate with a project team on an innovative solution to a real-world problem.

“I extend sincere congratulations to our student participants,” says Director of Education Bruce Bourget. “I wish them the very best during this important journey of discovery.”

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Media Contact:

Nicole Charette, Senior Advisor,
Corporate Communications and Strategic Planning
Rainbow District School Board, 705-674-3171 ext. 7217