June 24th, 2025

We are thrilled to announce that two exceptional WRDSB students have been named 2025 Schulich Leaders, receiving Canada’s most prestigious undergraduate STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) scholarship.

Hudson, a student at Elmira District Secondary School, has been awarded the $120,000 Schulich Leader Scholarship to study Engineering at the University of Toronto.

Richard, a student at Kitchener-Waterloo Collegiate and Vocational School (KCI), has been awarded the $100,000 Schulich Leader Scholarship to pursue his post-secondary studies at the University of Waterloo.

These competitive scholarships recognize students across Canada who demonstrate outstanding academic excellence, leadership, and a passion for innovation in STEM.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Hudson and Richard on this incredible accomplishment. Their achievements are a reflection of their hard work, vision, and the supportive communities that helped them succeed.