NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR
Holy Spirit High School Student Named 2022 Lester B. Pearson Scholar

Hailey Lewis, a Level II student of Holy Spirit High is the latest provincial recipient of the Lester B. Pearson Scholarship.

The Lester B. Pearson Scholarship is valued at $50,000 over two years for pre-university study at Pearson College, a United World College in Victoria, B.C. The Provincial Government contributes $34,000 to the scholarship, with the remainder provided through corporate and community sponsors.

As a United World College student, Ms. Lewis will learn how she can inspire change through courageous action, selfless leadership, and careful listening. She will take part in experiences and community activities, so that she is prepared to build with confidence and lead with compassion in later life.

Pearson College is Canada's most international school and Canada's only United World College, a movement encompassing 18 global schools dedicated to uniting cultures and countries around the world through education. The college is a two-year, pre-university school for students from over 150 countries who live, study and learn together pursuing the International Baccalaureate and an outdoor-oriented experiential education.

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"On behalf of the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, congratulations to Hailey on her selection as Newfoundland and Labrador's 2022 Lester B. Pearson Scholarship winner. The Lester B. Pearson Scholarship offers a life-changing opportunity and will provide incredible support in helping Hailey fulfill her long-term goals. Best wishes to Hailey for a successful and enjoyable tenure at Lester B. Pearson College."

Honourable Tom Osborne, Minister of Education

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