THE 'LISA FRANKS SCHOLARSHIP'

The Lisa Franks Scholarship is given annually to a graduate from A.E. Peacock Collegiate.  The criteria are as follows: to a graduate who has shown perseverance in overcoming one or more significant obstacles. The funds for the scholarship are provided by many sources.  The initial scholarship fund was started in March 2001 by Lisa Franks.  It has since grown by generous donations from the community, the Celebrity Breakfast Fundraiser, and speaking fees given to Lisa Franks.  Applications for the scholarship are available from the counselor's office at A.E. Peacock Collegiate.

I am pleased to announce that Tara Wright is the first winner of the Lisa Franks Scholarship.  Tara Wright had open heart surgery in March of 1999 to repair a valve that had prolapsed at birth.  She was in the Saskatoon Royal University hospital for two weeks and home recuperating for two more weeks.  She made a complete recovery, surprising everyone including her doctors.  She returned to school and continued to remain active in soccer, basketball, and track & field - all while maintaining a high academic standing.  Tara is currently attending the University of Saskatchewan.

THE 'LISA FRANKS PERSEVERANCE AWARD'

The Lisa Franks Perseverance Award is presented to a student graduating from Palliser Heights School who has shown perseverance in overcoming an obstacle while participating in sports, community involvement, and maintaining a high academic average.

Kailey Smith was the recipient of the 2001 Perseverance Award.  She graduated from Palliser Heights Elementary School in June of 2001.  Kailey participates in Track & Field and maintained an average of over 90% at Palliser Heights.  Congratulations to Kailey Smith!

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