A student committed to mutual aid through his role as confidant for his peers

If asked to resume in a nutshell Nikolas Gobeil’s type of commitment, the most befitting way would most definitely be MUTUAL AID. Just about everything the Secondary 5 student at Collège Jean de la Mennais gets involved in is aimed at lending a helping hand to others. Whether it’s with the Solidarité-Tiers-Monde committee, the tutoring program, the school’s group of natural helpers or the various volunteer projects organized by the Collège, Nikolas sees everything he does as an opportunity to further develop his innate sense of solidarity.

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When Josika Leblond gets an idea into her head, nothing will sway her off the path to attaining her objective. Whether it’s re-establishing her school’s recycling centre, creating an international solidarity training course from scratch, actively participating in the Rendez-vous des générations event held in her area or competing in singing contests, the Secondary 5 student at Arc-en-Ciel high school in Trois-Pistoles does everything it takes to achieve her aim. “In order to grow, you have to have projects, be on the move and meet people. And this is how I intend to take my rightful place,” she says with conviction and spirit.

Une étudiante engagée à aider les autres, en élaborant un projet de tutorat individualisé

Jessica Langlais learned the meaning of the words sharing and solidarity at a very early age. With role models like her parents, who took in foster children, it didn’t take long for her to acquire a taste for helping others. Today she is in Secondary 5 at Collège Saint-Alphonse (CSA) and it’s now her turn to get involved. She gives of her time without counting the hours to such organizations as the Pairs Aidants committee, the Sainte-Anne hospital, the Relais pour la vie, the François-Plourde foundation, her high school parliament and the individualized tutoring project that she set up herself.

A student committed to helping young people who are victims of bullying through the TAX-I group

It’s a well-known fact that the more you get involved, the more you feel like getting involved, and this is precisely the case with David Bergeron, a Secondary 5 student at De la Seigneurie high school. Captain of the improvisation team, member of the theatre troupe, resource person for homework support, member of the student government, the TAX-I group and the Bleu and Pelure de Banane committees, drummer in the Stage Band and also a competitive swimmer, David simply wants to try his hand at everything and do well in everything. His overall grade average of nearly 95% bears witness to just how much he takes his success to heart… and of course the success of others as well.

A student committed to acting as a motivator, both in sports and academic life

If those around him were asked to give a brief description of Jonathan Lasnier, most people would probably sum him up in these few words: “A healthy mind in a healthy body.” In fact many would no doubt say that the Secondary 4 student at Collège Jean de la Mennais is the perfect example of a balance between academic performance, extracurricular involvement and athletic achievement. Among the activities he’s involved in, there’s the student council, the sports committee, the Entraide group, the flag-football team, track and field, cross-country running and the list goes on. “The more I get involved, the more my grades improve. It’s terrific!” he states.

A student committed to rock climbing to help her move forward and attain her goals

Five years ago, Andréanne Leclerc started rock climbing, a sport that enables her to take on challenges, persevere and surpass herself. And she no doubt excels in this discipline because she puts just as much energy into it as she does in her daily life. For the Secondary 4 student at Pointe-aux-Trembles high school, half-measures are few and far between. Be it during a humanitarian trip to Costa Rica, as a volunteer at a blood drive or as a member of the student choir, she makes all the necessary effort to hang in there and attain her goals.

A student committed to getting the school administration to accept the idea of fair-trade campaigns

“You just know when a young person gets involved because it’s part of their values, and believe me, Léonie is the epitome of self-sacrifice.” It was in these laudatory terms that Brigitte Trudel, acting principal at Jean-de-Brébeuf high school, spoke of Léonie Matteau’s involvement. With a heart of gold and a head brimming with ideas, the Secondary 5 student will have left a significant mark on her high school. The breakfast club, the health squad, the EVB (Établissement vert Brundtland) committee, a campaign for Haiti, fair-trade fund-raising campaigns, Léonie is on the front line of every battle and knows how to get her ideas across and get others involved.

A student committed to the arts to make life more enjoyable for those around her

Obélix may have fallen into a cauldron of magic potion when he was young but when it comes to Carolanne Foucher, she must have fallen into a huge vat of artistic creativity and soaked up every single talent. Actress, outstanding improvisational actress, singer and photographer, the Secondary 5 student at Daniel-Johnson high school in Montréal feels just as at ease on stage as a fish in water. She always expresses herself with enthusiasm and passion, and this perfectly reflects all the energy she expends for every school and extracurricular activity she takes part in.

A student committed to helping young people take their rightful place in the community

“Giving of one’s time is a passion!” With her energetic voice, passionate views and remarkable candidness, Léola Muntu-Caron, a Secondary 5 student at Collège de Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pocatière, talks with bursting enthusiasm about her projects, her involvement and the committees she’s on. The student government, the OAmbassadors program, a humanitarian aid project in the Dominican Republic, a tutor for students experiencing academic difficulties, a member of the Kamouraska region’s youth round table and an accomplished sportswoman, Léola is not afraid of taking on challenges and sees her commitment as an endless source of motivation.

A student committed to making his school a friendly, stimulating and fun environment

In life, there are instigators of change and then there are observers. From as far back as he can remember, Rajet Anand, a Secondary 5 student at Pierre-Laporte high school in Montréal, has always made sure he was associated with the first group. Be it through the student council, homework assistance, extracurricular activities or the cafeteria committee, he gets involved and gives of his time. With his passion for people, and their views and concerns, Rajet has always felt the need to represent his peers and defend their interests, and has therefore chosen to play a constructive leadership role.

A student committed to making her school more eco-friendly

There are certain individuals who, upon entering high school, decide they want to leave their mark, a bit like a shooting star that lights up the sky when passing overheard. At Polybel high school in Beloeil, the name of this shooting star is Naomie Léonard. As an active member of nearly all the committees, including the Défi têtes rasées and Amnesty International committees, a peer support group and the school blood drive, the Secondary 5 student always accepts the challenges offered to her with enthusiasm and conviction, devotes herself wholeheartedly and has succeeded in setting herself apart through her contagious energy, her steadfast determination and, more importantly, her commitment to her peers.

A student committed to pinpointing student concerns so as to improve her school environment

“Commitment is my driving force. Every morning, I feel like going to school because I know I can help make it a more enjoyable and stimulating place!” These refreshing words, spontaneously offered by Coppélia LaRoche-Francoeur, sum up the Secondary 5 student at De Rochebelle high school’s distinctive joie de vivre. Member of the student council, the Action planète committee, the sports committee, the school band and the basketball team (captain), she is involved in just about every student association. “When you get involved, it’s impossible not to be happy!”