The cost for a student to attend Graduation is $130.00. Payment should be made through your School Cash Online account. The deadline is Monday, June 3, 2024. This fee includes the following items:

• Graduation gown 

• Professional photographer for the ceremony (including one print for all graduates, plus award portraits for award recipients)

• Graduation ceremony and breakfast 

• 4 tickets per graduate (additional tickets will be sold for $5 each after the Graduation Rehearsal)

Important Notes:

1. If for any reason a student does not meet the requirements for Graduation or cannot attend, all fees will be refunded.

2. If there are any concerns with payment of the Graduation fee, please contact Mr. Tanchez or Ms. Walsh. 

• Graduation Mass, Breakfast, Rehearsal and Gown & Ticket Pickup - Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 9 AM at Brebeuf College

• Graduation Ceremony - Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 9 AM (Ceremony starts at 10 AM) at Da Vinci Banquet Hall, Vaughan

Click here for a detailed itinerary

As in the past at Graduation, family members are welcome to take pictures before and after the ceremony.  However, during the presentation of diplomas parents are not permitted to take pictures at the presentation stage, as this interferes with the professional photographers and obstructs the view of other guests. A professional photographer will be on site during the ceremony to capture this important moment. Photos will be available to download immediately following the ceremony. 

Below is a brief explanation of what is involved in being either the Valedictorian or the Salutatorian for the June 27, 2024 Graduation Ceremony.  Students who feel they would be able to speak well at a public function such as this are encouraged to apply for these positions.

Should you wish to submit an application for Valedictorian or Salutatorian:

To apply, please complete this Google Form. Applications are due by May 13. 

Salutatorian will present a welcome greeting (1-2 minutes in length).  The salutatory address should include:

1. An introduction

2. Welcome and appreciation to the guests for coming

3. Brief reference to Brebeuf College School conclusion
   
   

Valedictorian will present a farewell address (5-10 minutes in length) in which appreciation and gratitude are expressed. The various aims of this address are to inspire the graduates and to thank individuals responsible for their successes while reflecting on the accomplishments of the class. The valedictory address should include: 

1. An introduction

2. Advantages of a Catholic Education and Environment – intellectually, spiritually, physically, etc.

3. Reminiscences or flashbacks (some tasteful humour) of Brebeuf College School, gratitude to parents, teachers, administration and fellow students.

4. Future challenges to Graduates

Requirements for both Candidates:

General Requirements:

• Ability to be creative in composing a valedictory address or a salutatory address

• Ability to present the address clearly, maturely, meaningfully and with conviction

• Ability to present to a group with very different outlooks and opinions by being a capable spokesperson.

• Student must write a brief written response (Please see following page)

• Student requires: 3 Teacher References and 5 Peer References

Academic Requirements:

• Student must currently have 75% or above average from courses taken at Brebeuf.

• Student should have no history of disciplinary history (subject to principal’s discretion).

Extra-Curricular Requirements:

• Student should have been actively committed to extra-curricular activities during his four years at Brebeuf College.

NOTE:  Valedictorian and Salutatorian speeches must be handed in to Mr. Da Costa by Thursday, June 13.  You will be required to practice your speech in front of some teachers prior to the ceremony.

To apply, students must complete this Google Form. Below is a list of our awards. All monetary values are subject to change.

The deadlines to apply are as follows:

1. Standard Graduation Awards 2024 - May 17 (resume required)

2. Special Graduation Awards 2024 - May 24 (essay required)

3. Needs Based Scholarships 2024 - May 24 (essay required)

No late applications will be considered. Questions can be directed to Mr. Da Costa (Room 213)

Click here for a list of awards (updated Apr 12)

Are you a Gr. 9-11 student? Would you like to volunteer at this year's Grad Breakfast or Ceremony? If so, please complete this Google Form. In addition to the Google Form, permission forms must be completed by Monday, June 17 and submitted to Mrs. Walsh or Ms. Ling. Permission forms can be found in Guidance. We will have a meeting on Tuesday, June 11.