Celebrating Success

Honouring Achievements

At Rundle, we believe celebrating student success and achievement is fundamental to educating well-rounded citizens of good character. Every year, the Rundle community celebrates all aspects of student achievement at the academic awards ceremonies. Students are also recognized for their hard work and grit at our annual Moves Mountains breakfast. 

Numerous scholarships and bursaries are awarded each year to exceptional students who contribute to our school and who continue to give back to their local and global communities. Some scholarship recipients are chosen by Rundle faculty, while awards for future post-secondary study are based on student applications. 

Rundle prides itself on celebrating student achievement throughout the year in assemblies, rallies, and other events.

Our celebration continues after graduation where we take great pride in our accomplished alumni and cherish the opportunity to celebrate their achievements and successes with them. Visit our Alumni Success page to see more about our alumni achieving excellence.

Academic and Athletic Awards

At Rundle, we celebrate the holistic development of our students through our comprehensive awards program, recognizing exceptional achievements in both athletics and academics. Our athletic awards honour student-athletes who demonstrate outstanding skill, leadership, and sportsmanship, while our academic awards acknowledge those who excel in intellectual pursuits, creativity, and community service. By celebrating these diverse accomplishments, we inspire our students to strive for excellence in all facets of their education and personal growth.

Head’s List

The Head’s List celebrates the success of our students and their adherence to the mission, vision, and values of Rundle. Students are acknowledged for their success in the areas of co-curricular activities, character development, and academic achievement.

The process and requirements are unique depending on the program and the student’s division; however, the universal components include adherence to high academic standing and evidence of the pursuit of our values: togetherness, kindness, curiosity, and wellness. 

Students who qualify for the Head’s List are recognized at their school’s awards day and on a special display in their school. Graduating students receive a letter of recognition from Rundle College Society detailing their accomplishment of earning the distinction of being on Rundle College Society’s Head’s List.

Moves Mountains

Academy students are also recognized for their hard work and grit at our annual Moves Mountains celebration. This is again, just one more way we “celebrate with them when they do” as part of Rundle’s mission.  This mid-year event highlights and celebrates the ‘grit’ our students show everyday.  

The Ascent: A Distinction to Leadership at Rundle

At Rundle, we aim to inspire leaders. One path to inspired leadership is through “The Ascent: A Distinction in Leadership at Rundle.”

To earn the “Distinction in Leadership at Rundle,” grade 12 students complete 10 modules (3 mandatory and 7 optional). We offer modules that are self-guided, direct instruction, exploratory, and include guest speakers. Each year, the module calendar is published and students are welcome to join any session they wish.

Students develop their own leadership philosophy. The articulation of this philosophy is an individual pursuit. Some students may choose to write a personal leadership credo whereas others may choose to create a leadership vision board. Each student’s project is approved by a faculty advisor. Before receiving credit, the leadership distinction candidates are required to present their products to the “Distinction in Leadership at Rundle” panel. 

Upon completion of the program and its requirements, each student receives a personalized letter of reference from Rundle’s Head of School. The letter of recognition articulates the rigour of the program and the capacity of the individual Rundle Leader of Distinction.