The Angel Foundation for Learning announces student recipients of the Tom Leon Student Bursary

The Angel Foundation for Learning would like to extend a sincere congratulations to Antun Pavelic of Michel Power/St. Joseph, Devin Dzelme of Brebeuf College, Patrice Mitchell of Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts, and Misakura Tsukimoto of St. Joseph Morrow Park for receiving the esteemed Tom Leon Student Bursary.

Administered by The Angel Foundation for Learning, The Tom Leon Student Bursary was established in 2006. The bursary has been created for TCDSB students and is awarded annually to two female and two male secondary school graduates. The bursary is designed to help defray the cost of post-secondary school education. The annual amount of each award is $5,000 per student.

Together with the Tom Leon family, John Wilhelm, Chief of Social Work and his staff selected the recipients for the award by reviewing the dissertations provided by the potential candidates. Winners were selected based on the following criteria: contributions to the school and/or community which reflect Catholic values; personal achievements including any awards; financial need and/or personal challenges; and acceptance into a post-secondary institution.

Antun Pavelic’s essay featured his achievements in the area of Track and Field. He is a seven-time Track and Cross Country MVP and has led his school to both TDCAA and OFSAA Championships. Throughout his high school years, Antun has showed outstanding work ethic, dedication and leadership qualities. His involvement in extra curricular activities has not hindered his academic achievement – Antun has been a Honour Roll student every year. Antun is attending the Phys. Ed. program at the University of Toronto in the fall. Best of luck Antun!

Devin Dzelme’s essay featured his outstanding academics and volunteerism. Devin volunteers at a Summer Camp where he offers his talents and skills in the area of music. At school, Devin has participated with the Stage Band and several school musicals as well as the VICS fast-a-thon show and the SEARS Festival. Last year, Devin and his friends launched the Environmental Committee initiating clean-ups and recycling programs at Brebeuf. Devin is attending McMaster University in September. Congratulations Devin!

Patrice Mitchell’s essay demonstrated excellent academics and strong Catholic values. She is a Peer Helper at her school and has accumulated over 500 volunteer hours helping youth in her school community as well as the greater community. She volunteers with the Tropicana Community Services Organization, and has represented the organization for the past three years. She has emceed events for the organization such as the All-Candidates Debate in Scarbourgh. Patrice is attending the University of Waterloo in September. Best of luck Patrice!

Misakura Tsukimoto’s well-written essay included a variety of instances where she has employed Catholic Values in her daily life. She is involved annually with the Catholic Schools United Nations Assembly, and volunteers at the Salvation Army Food Bank, and the Good Shepherd Centre. Misakura is a leader in her school and her principal, Ms. Bartolini remarks: “Misakura’s main focus as a leader is to inspire young women of Morrow Park in the area of service to others.” Before starting school at the University of Waterloo this fall, Misakura will spend her summer in Ecuador with the World Youth Organization. Congratulations Misakura!