Ouimet, Johnny, Asselstine lead scholarship parade at MSS

Over $165,000 in scholarships and bursaries were handed out to graduating students on Monday night as Merritt Secondary School (MSS)  held Scholarship/Bursary Awards Ceremony.

Among the many who garnered bursaries, three students lead the way including, Isaac Asselstine ($5900) Willow Johnny ($5700) and Marissa Ouimet ($4500).

MSS Vice principal Inder Mattoo said while this graduation week is hectic, it’s also gratifying, not only for the students but for the educators as well.

MSS Vice principal Inder Mattoo with graduate Isaac Asselstine Photo credit Roger White Q101

“I’m so very proud tonight,” Mattoo said. “It’s an absolute thrill and honor to be here to recognize the amazing achievements of our graduating students.”

Mattoo also thanked the many sponsors for their continued support with the scholarships and bursaries over the past few years and added that new scholarships and bursaries are always welcomed.

“We wouldn’t be here without the generous support of the businesses and organizations who contribute each and ever year,” Mattoo added. “It’s wonderful to see the generosity of the community being extended to our graduating students this year and we look forward to pushing that total to over $200,000 in scholarships and bursaries next year.”

Diplomas will be handed out on Thursday night  following the Cap and Gown parade that begins at 6:20 from MSS (1561 Chapman St.). The students will walk to the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena for the graduation exercises that get underway at 7 p.m.

MSS Vice principal Inder Mattoo with graduate Marissa Ouimet. Photo credit Roger White Q101

A reminder to motorists that these streets will be closed from 6:15 p.m. to 7 p.m.

For a complete list of all the graduates and scholarships/bursary winners watch for the June 27 edition of the Merritt Herald.