Each year, the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board Student Recognition Awards celebrate excellence in student leadership. Students are chosen by their principals and/or vice-principals for their demonstration of initiative, supported by the will to succeed, the dedication to finish what they started, and the commitment to achieve their personal best. Congratulations to this year’s recipient from Frederick Banting Secondary Alternate Program, Justin Kelly!
Justin Kelly’s road to success at Frederick Banting Secondary Alternate Program has been an inspiration to staff and students alike. Justin came to the school in 2015 with incredible potential: though various challenges made attending school difficult, his perseverance and determination are second to none. He has shown incredible personal strength in overcoming obstacles, and when he encounters setbacks, he moves forward with integrity and positivity and reaches out for help when needed. Justin is a kind, dedicated, and resilient student who has always taken personal responsibility for the direction of his journey. He also has wonderful musical ability: he could always be counted on as a guitarist for the school’s coffee house events, and was an important member of the jam band crew. Justin takes pride in doing things completely and to the best of his ability, strengths which are also reflected in his excellent academic results and his plan to attend the Electro-Mechanical Engineering Program at Algonquin College in September. Staff and students will miss Justin, but wish him all the best for a very bright future!
Visit the OCDSB website to learn more about the awards and all of the outstanding recipients!