Grassroots charity offers RAYS of hope for area youth pursuing post-secondary learning
Local organization provides funding, mentorship for students from the area
RAYS Volunteer Profile: Heather Rowell
By Rina Barone Published April 16, 2021 The Creemore Echo
Checking in with RAYS bursary winner: Mackenna Halliday
Makenna Halliday’s first awareness of Indigenous people was in elementary school when a guest speaker came to talk to her class about indigenous customs and way of life. …
Checking in with RAYS bursary winner: Emma Woodhouse
A co-op opportunity with the Wasaga Beach Paramedic and Volunteer Fire Fighters, suggested by her Family Studies teacher, propelled Emma Woodhouse towards a career as a paramedic. …
Checking in with RAYS bursary winner: Travis Sacerty
Travis Sacerty who grew up in Creemore and attended Collingwood Collegiate Institute always preferred working with his hands, learning by doing, rather than reading a textbook. …
RAYS Fall 2020 Update to Sponsors, Donors and Friends
Thank you for making a difference On behalf of RAYS students, their families and our volunteers, we want to thank you for investing in the future of our local area youth. Your support makes a real difference. …
RAYS’ bursary students share experiences, job opportunities
Creemore Echo Posted May 14, 2020 In addition to the scholarships that RAYS awards to university students, the Bursary program is prospering. Nick Forrest, chair of the bursary committee says, “I am delighted that we are now able to award 12 two-year bursaries annually to students entering a community college or...
Pandemic alters graduation for 2020 RAYS scholars
Four years ago, three young women graduating from local high schools were awarded $20,000 scholarships to study at a Canadian university. They all excelled in their various programs and are now planning for further studies. Here are their stories and plans for the future: In September 2016, Valerie Binder enrolled...
RAYS scholars adapt to education disruption
Creemore Echo April 24, 2020 For the eight RAYS scholarship recipients who are wrapping up their first, second or third year at university, COVID-19 has meant significant change. To their great credit, they have adapted, persevered and risen to the challenge. We asked three of these students to share their challenges,...
RAYS bursary students following their dreams
Creemore Echo November 12, 2019 Many high school students are encouraged to go to university but some aren’t sure of what they want to do and what other options there are. RAYS bursary recipient Michael Noble is planning on taking his third level of welding certification in 2020 and believes...