Western Sydney University Academy Access Scholarship - worth $20,000 to one of our students
Canterbury Boys High School nominates one Year 11 student per annum for the prestigious Western Sydney University Academy Access Award. With the College model in full implementation, the student with the highest ATAR results gets nominated from CBHS. The student gets $500 study grant to support their final year of schooling (College Two/Year 12) and receives the full $20,000 and entry into a course of their choice at WSU with an ATAR of 90.0 or above. This is an incredible and life-changing opportunity to be a recipient of this award.
More information on this award is below: https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/theacademy/the_academy/inside_the_academy/the_academy_access_awards
The PATHE (Pasifika Achievement to Higher Education) Program
In 2017 a new partnership was established with WSU PATHE and Canterbury Boys High. The PATHE program aims to develop aspirations towards further education and training in Pasifika communities through mentoring and university campus visits.
Program workshops focus on:
- Preparation and planning to achieve success
- Setting specific goals
- Prioritising tasks and using checklists
- Time management to create a better work/life balance
- Stress management and keeping a healthy mind and body.
Year 9 and 10 students participate in a leadership forum at WSU which includes inspirational guest speakers and students engaging in faculty workshops of their choice.
Year 11 and 12 University workshops include a tour of faculties and facilities, student panel presentation, course exploration and information on pathways to university.
Canterbury Boys High School Artwork displayed at Western Sydney University Margot Hardy Gallery
We excel in the area of Visual Arts and our expertise in this area is recognised by WSU. Over many years, our school has been merit selected by WSU to have our art-work showcased. Staff and parents are invited to the opening night and students have the opportunity to talk to WSU students and staff.
A snapshot of our most recent exhibition is below:
