2026 Grad Awards
Arnprior District High School (ADHS) graduation awards are made possible through the continued support and interest of individuals, organizations, businesses and industries in our community. They contribute to our awards program on a continual basis. A list of our current donors and awards with their descriptions can be found here: Grad Awards Booklet 2026.
Applying for Grad Awards
All graduating Grade 12s (and returning 5th Year grads) will be sent an invite by Ms. Grant to join the
“ADHS Graduation Awards 2026” Google Classroom after March Break. Students will follow the steps
found there in order to apply for grad awards.
Important: If you did not receive the Google Classroom invite, or are having problems joining, please
contact Ms. Jane Grant at [email protected]
Deadline for ADHS students to apply for grad awards: Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 3:00 pm
J.J. Neilson Family Endowment Fund
The J.J. Neilson Family Endowment Fund is an award that both current and former ADHS students are
eligible for:
- Current ADHS students will find their application and instructions for this award in the “ADHS
Graduation Awards 2026” Google Classroom. The deadline for current ADHS students to apply
for this award is the same as for other awards: Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 3:00 pm
- For former ADHS students who are currently attending university, the deadline to apply for this
award is Monday, June 15, 2026 at 3:00 pm. Please complete this application and send it, as well
as the required documentation, by email to Ms. Jane Grant at [email protected] Application
Form for former ADHS students, who are currently attending university: J.J. Neilson Family
Endowment Fund for University Students (PDF)
Renfrew County District School Board Medallions
A mark of 80% or higher is considered a "level 4" in the Ontario Curriculum. Renfrew County District School Board provides a Medallion to students who achieve the following levels within the school year.
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Grade 9
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Level four in 8 courses
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Grade 10
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Level four in 8 courses
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Grade 11
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Level four in 7 courses
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Grade 12
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Level four in 6 courses
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Grade 12 medallions are distributed at the June Graduation Ceremony.
Grades 9 to 11 receive their medallions during the grades assembly in September of the new year.
Big A Awards
The Big 'A" crest is awarded to Grade 12 graduating students who have accumulated 20 or more points from participation in a minimum of three extra-curricular activities, during their high school career at ADHS. These activities include Athletics, Band, Drama, Student Services - Link Crew, Student Leadership, Clubs, Journalism and Committees. Points from the Grade 9 Merit and Grades 9 - 11 Honour Roll are also included.
Big A Crests are presented at Graduation.