Write your answers to three questions about why a year at SMUS would be The Best School Year Ever. Get some advice on your entry.
Step 2:
Complete and submit the entry form by December 1, 2025. Be sure to answer all of the questions and to include your two most recent report cards.
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We will notify semi-finalists on December 15, 2025 that they are moving on to the next stage of the contest.
Semi-Finalist Stage
Step 1:
Make your own video. In 2-3 minutes show us what makes you unique. Show us your passions and how you will make the most of the opportunity to live and study at St. Michaels University School.
Step 2:
Share your finished video with us by January 12, 2026. You can upload it to the video platform of your choice or send us the file directly. We will include more details in the email sent to semi-finalists on how to submit your video.
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When you submit your video, your parents or guardians will also need to complete the official application to the school. We will send instructions to all semi-finalists explaining the process.
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We will notify finalists February 2, 2026 that they have won one of the four scholarships up to $80,000, and are moving on to the final stage of the contest which involves an interview in person at SMUS.
Only citizens of Canada (excluding Quebec) or the United States are eligible to enter. You must also be 13 or older at the time of entry and born between July 1, 2008 and December 1, 2012. For more information, please read the complete Terms and Conditions.
Step 1:
Visit SMUS in person with your parents for a tour, Q&A with past winners, and most importantly, an interview with the Admissions team.
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On or by March 31, 2026, the recipients of the grand prize (scholarships up to $80,000) and winners of the two $60,000 scholarships will be announced!
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In September 2026, your Best School Year Ever begins at SMUS!
The Junior School capped off their week with a presentation from Mr. Barber about who Terry Fox was and what he ran for in the Marathon for Hope. Together Kindergarten to Grade 5 walked to Lafayette Park nearby and ran the Terry Fox Run in support of @terryfoxfoundation πββοΈ ππ»ββοΈ
The Senior Boys Soccer team kicked off its 2025 Lower Island league season with a well-earned 1-1 draw against visiting Oak Bay on Thursday afternoon. The teams battled through a scoreless first half before Oak Bay took a 1-0 lead on a penalty kick just minutes after the intermission. However, SMUS fought back to tie it on a penalty of its own after Josh Hobbs was fouled and then made good on the kick with about 12 minutes remaining. The Blue Jags will host the 10-team ISAA tournament Friday and Saturday.
The Gardening Club was cultivating curiosity one seed at a time yesterday! π
What began as an unexpected addition to the Junior School annex project has blossomed into a meaningful rooftop garden space where education, environmental stewardship, and community impact grow side by side. Did you know lemon cucumbers exist? Just one of the more creative ways to enjoy your veggies! ππ₯
