Yesterday, November 5, the Vancouver School District celebrated Support Staff Recognition Day.

From building staff, office support, Student and School Support Assistants, supervision aides and cafeteria workers to staff in grounds, material services, operations, and many trades groups, support staff throughout the District contribute their skills and expertise with dedication so that children can thrive.

In appreciation of all support staff do, the District provides two $2,500 scholarships, that will be awarded to graduating students at the end of each school year.

The recipients of last year’s award in honour of support staff were David Thompson Secondary student, Mackenzie Wong, and Templeton Secondary student, Alyana Madlambayan. In their scholarship submissions, each shared how support staff impacted their educational experience. 

Read more about the 2019-2020 Support Staff Recognition Day scholarship winners.