It has been announced by Light of Christ Catholic Schools division that Mia Sieben is the winner of the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall Scholarship.
According to Light of Christ’s news release, Mia is a Grade 11 student at John Paul II Collegiate in French Immersion taking two AP courses. Mia also serves as co-president of the school’s chapter of Students Against Drinking & Driving.
According to the province’s website, the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall scholarships are provincial scholarships awarded to Grade 11 students to assist in finishing their Grade 12 year.
The scholarship is $500. Mia plans to put it towards her post-secondary education and hopes to earn Master’s degree in either Education or Egyptology.
Recipients are evaluated based on four qualities: school and/or community-based leadership; responsibilities outside of school; financial support needed; and outstanding academic performance.
