BRITISH COLUMBIA SCHOOL TRUSTEES ASSOCIATION
BCSTA Student Citizenship Awards Now Open

The British Columbia School Trustees Association is proud to announce that the 2026-27 Student Citizenship Awards are now open. This year, there are three distinct categories of citizenship awards, designed to better recognize the diverse contributions of our public school students.

These $750 awards celebrate students who are completing their K-12 education journey this school year and have demonstrated exceptional dedication to citizenship in their schools and communities. Last year, the awards were updated to recognize that each student's educational journey is unique, and as such, over 175 applications were received.

We've further committed to increased equity and accessibility through three thoughtfully designed categories:

• The Open Category welcomes any student who has demonstrated outstanding citizenship contributions to their school or community. 
• The Indigenous Ancestry Category specifically honours students of Indigenous descent who demonstrate exceptional dedication to citizenship within their school, community, and/or culture.
• The Overcoming Obstacles Category recognizes students who have persevered through significant life challenges while maintaining their commitment to citizenship and community service.

Each category ensures that diverse experiences and contributions are valued and celebrated. Students must be planning to attend a recognized post-secondary institution or a skills and career training program to be eligible.

All applicants are instructed to submit a completed application as a single PDF including the application form, two reference letters, a signed consent form, and a written submission of up to 1,000 words. Applications must be emailed to bcsta@bcsta.org by 11:59 PM on Sunday, February 14, 2027.

Award recipients will be announced at the BCSTA Annual General Meeting (April 15-17, 2027).

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