Supporting student success

Since 2009, we’ve been granting bursaries and scholarships to graduating Elmwood High students to help them pursue their academic goals. We also periodically fund special projects for current students at the school.

Your gift of any size helps increase the opportunities for Elmwood students to succeed.

Bursaries

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Each year we award bursaries to students based on financial need and other criteria. These bursaries help students with the significant tuition costs of post-secondary education at a vocational or academic institution.

The bursary fund is held with The Winnipeg Foundation and was established during Elmwood High’s 50th anniversary celebrations in 2008. We thank our alumni for their foresight and generosity in establishing this fund for students. 

Your donation to the fund ensures we can continue to make a difference in the lives of students.

  • EHS Legacy Fund bursaries are awarded to graduating EHS students based on the following criteria:

    • Financial need

    • Pursuing post-secondary education in any field or trade at a vocational or academic institution. A minimum of one bursary will be awarded to a student pursuing vocational studies. 

    • Minimum average to-date of 60% (40S & 40G)

    • Well-rounded personal development:

      • Volunteerism

      • Outside interests/extra-curricular activities such as musical training, sports, fine arts, performing arts, etc.

      • Leadership experiences such as student council, outside groups, etc.

    • A well-completed application form.

  • 2024
    Joshua Bagaza
    Mary Beltran
    Zarene Fabian
    Akieziah Garcia
    Alexis Kemp
    Gabriella Marshall
    Mahgia Menyer
    Shukuru Mulumeoderhwa
    Ajijolaoulwa Orogun
    Jency Anna Palomar    
    Sanela Suljanovic
    Simona Tewelde

    2023
    Jahmar Bartholomew
    Maya Al Boushi
    Rule Go Coben
    Shayan Hajiserdar
    Trishia Laurel
    Nicole Legaspi
    Balian McDonald
    Madison Powell
    Ajok Riak
    Julia Wyskwar-Sumonja

    2022
    Hannah Ang
    Ericka Beltran
    Kim Duong
    Reign Eusebio
    Jersey Klassen
    Neema Mulumeoderhwa
    Hailey Poetker
    Elizabet Sakoli

    2021
    Jared Agravante
    Carys Bonion
    Angelique Ducharme
    Bobby Dutt
    Bareera Kamran
    Joseph Konoplenko
    Tamla Ta
    Hafsa Debebe Teshome

    2020
    Ashley Alimodian
    Cole Beardy
    Emillee Fronda
    Praise Odutayo
    Fehintoluwa Orogun
    Hans Pacheco
    Katherine Patri
    Selwyn Sarmiento
    Cheyenne Nero

    2019
    Jean Blandon
    Marielle Ferrer
    Theresa Gotiongco
    Breahna Jasnikowski
    John Menyer
    Sean Pacheco
    Hillery Pham
    Edward Pulusan
    Jeroline Quiah
    Stephanie Vasquez

    2018
    Ekene Amaliri
    Seth Fronda
    Megumi Kai
    Abimbola Obasa
    Janina Oreas
    Ayo Orogun
    Rehman Peyawary

    2017
    Iris Balagtas
    Glizy Escanilla
    Bonnie Ma
    Maine Marquina
    Lakeisha Moreno
    Sophia Rivera

    2016
    Kayla Arsenault
    Shyanne Mannix
    Abigail Morales
    Sartu Osman
    Victoria Warszycki

    2015
    Jeanne Bakundukize
    Marlita Berhe
    Mikala Heinrich
    Corey Nguyen
    Vannyga Ouch

    2014
    Mary Ajayi
    Colby Dube
    Samantha Philion
    Tabitha Traverse

    2013
    Bailey Chipman
    Kelsie Fontaine
    Jess Kull

    2012
    Zahra Asadi
    Lea Montoya
    Quinn Remmert

    2011
    Kaylene Shumsky
    Jackie Chommany
    Diko Galgalo

    2010
    Courtney Allen
    Morteza Amiri
    Sen Duong

    2009
    Harrison Mulder
    David Nguyen
    Christopher Neufeld

Students: Contact the EHS Guidance Office for bursary information.

Scholarships

Creating a scholarship is a very meaningful way to leave a legacy while helping students to pursue higher education.  

With a minimum contribution of $10,000 you will establish a scholarship with the Elmwood High School Legacy Fund. You can build your $10,000 over five years; your first scholarship is granted the year after the fund reaches this minimum level. 

We can work with you to name and set the criteria for your scholarship.

All scholarships are held with The Winnipeg Foundation.

Students: Contact the EHS Guidance Office for bursary information.

Three female science students in white lab coats in a laboratory

The Albert John, Georgina & Edith Patricia Boughton Scholarship

The Albert John, Georgina and Edith Patricia Boughton Scholarship was established by the children of Pat Boughton to celebrate the lives of their grandparents and mother, who were long-time residents of Elmwood. 

Edith Patricia (Pat) was a graduate of Lord Selkirk High School, the local high school prior to Elmwood High, and she was supportive of the University of Manitoba.

  • The Boughton Scholarship is awarded to a graduating EHS student based on the following criteria:

    • Must be pursuing post-secondary education at the University of Manitoba

    • Honour roll (40S & 40G)

    • Well-rounded personal development:

      • Volunteerism

      • Outside interests/extra-curricular activities such as musical training, sports, fine arts, performing arts, etc.

      • Leadership experiences such as student council, outside groups, etc.

    • Financial need

    • A well-completed application

  • 2024
    Ibukunoluwa Omosehin

    2023
    Nica Agsalud

    2022
    Regine Velasco

    2021
    Brylle Begas

    2020
    Adeola Obasa

    2019
    Patrick Escanilla

    2018
    Trisha Lubo

    2017
    Zainab Kagbanda

    2016
    Rylan Knaggs

    2015
    Stephanie Chacon-Vega

    2014
    Ryan Panagilinan

Two female students chatting a classroom

The Val and Ken Harder Memorial Scholarship

The Val Harder Memorial Scholarship was established in 2018 by Val’s husband Ken to commemorate her 36 years as a beloved Human Ecology teacher at Elmwood High. For many years, Val orchestrated the annual EHS fashion shows, and she worked to create wonderful memories for students.

The scholarship was renamed to include Ken upon his passing in 2025. He served on the Elmwood High Legacy Committee from 2016 to 2025 and was a kind and generous man in every aspect of his life.

  • The Val and Ken Harder Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a graduating EHS student based on the following criteria:

    • Has shown achievement in the area of Human Ecology; preference will be given to a graduate who pursues study in this field.

    • Minimum average to-date of 60% (40S & 40G)

    • Financial need

    • Well-rounded personal development:

      • Volunteerism

      • Outside interests/extra-curricular activities such musical training, sports, fine arts, performing arts, etc.

      • Leadership experiences such as student council, outside groups

    • A well-completed application

  • 2024
    Gabriel Vasquez
    Desiet Girmay 

    2023
    Althea Poniente

    2022
    Rizelle Pangilinan

    2021
    Eunice Filipe

    2020
    Jane Marie Torres

    2019
    Arsema Yohannes

    2018
    Marmorean Muzaki

A group of Elmwood Giants football players in a huddle

The Bill Petrie Scholarship

The Bill Petrie Memorial Scholarship was established by Bill’s wife Arlene and their two sons to commemorate his life. Bill was both a great football player and a football coach at Elmwood High School. Bill’s legacy and love of the sport live on through this scholarship.

  • The Bill Petrie Memorial Football Scholarship is awarded to a graduating EHS student based on the following criteria:

    • A letter of recommendation from an EHS football coach

    • Significant contribution to the EHS football program

    • Good sportsmanship

    • Financial need

    • Pursuing post-secondary education in any field or trade at a vocational or academic institution

    • Well-rounded personal development:

      • Volunteerism

      • Outside interests/extra-curriculum activities such as musical training, sports, fine arts, performing arts, etc.

      • Leadership experiences such as student council, outside groups, etc.

    • A well-completed application

  • 2024
    Sameem Ahmad

    2023
    Joseph Oturoko

    2022
    Valentine Adedeji-Afeye

    2021
    Antonio Calder

    2020
    Jonathan Nilles

    2019
    Shaheer Hakim

    2018
    Dylan Popiel

    2017
    Alain Baraka

    2016
    Treasure Prodon

Former EHS principal Mike Babb standing in front of Elmwood High School

The Babb Family Scholarship

The Babb Family Scholarship was created in 2023 by Mike Babb and his family, who have been supportive of the Legacy Fund since its inception. Mike retired in 2024 after serving nearly 20 years as principal and vice-principal of Elmwood High.

A long-time coach, Mike was inducted into the Manitoba High School Athletic Association’s Hall of Fame in 2019, and in 2021 he received a Manitoba 150 Honour in recognition of his exemplary community service. 

  • The Babb Family Scholarship is awarded to a student who is a good citizen in the school, has demonstrated a high level of commitment to co-curricular activities and embodies the Mike Babb philosophy that “Heart + Mind + Effort = Success.”

    The recipient is chosen by Elmwood High School staff.

  • 2024
    Alexis Kemp

    2023
    Bea Cabilin

School projects

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We support current activities at Elmwood High School. 

These projects help Elmwood High students and staff to pursue new opportunities, enhance learning, participate in extra-curricular events and more. 

Elmwood High staff members: Contact your school administrator for how to apply for school project funding.