2024 YourTV Youth Achievement Awards

We are excited to share the successes of our students at the YourTV Youth Achievement Awards, powered by The Optimist Club of Cornwall, held last Wednesday night at the Civic Complex. This annual event drew about 150 people to a dinner that celebrated the exceptional contributions and achievements of young people in our school communities.

Students were recognized in three main categories: “At My Best,” “Giving Back,” and “Kindness is Cool.” They were celebrated for their achievements in academics, athletics, music, art, writing, and drama, as well as their contributions to important causes, and acts of kindness and heroism.

All category winners and finalists received fantastic prizes, including laptops or tablets, scrolls, and other items. Before leaving the stage, each honouree had the special opportunity to sign the City of Cornwall’s official Book of Recognition, marking their achievement in the community’s history.

Let’s celebrate the remarkable achievements of our CDSBEO students at the 2024 Youth Achievement Awards. Here are the deserving winners and finalists who have made a significant impact in our community through their dedication and excellence.

2024 Youth Achievement Award Winners & Finalists

At My Best

Honours outstanding performance in academics, athletics, music, art, writing, or drama.

CDSBEO Winners

Grade 4-6: Heavenly Derouchie, St. Peter Catholic School, Cornwall
Grade 7-8: Lily Rose Kilbride, Our Lady Of Good Counsel, Ingleside
Grade 11-12: Darryn Murray Wylie, Holy Trinity Catholic Secondary School, Cornwall

CDSBEO Finalists

Grade 7-8: Nevaeh Tremblay, Holy Trinity Catholic Secondary School, Cornwall
Grade 9-10: Heidi Baumann, Holy Trinity Catholic Secondary School, Cornwall

Giving Back

Celebrates exceptional volunteers who have contributed to causes such as the environment and inclusivity.

CDSBEO Winners

Grade 7-8: Kaylee Lascelle, St. Andrew’s Catholic School, St. Andrews West
Grade 9-10: Sevanna Duplante, St. Joseph’s Catholic Secondary School, Cornwall

CDSBEO Finalists

Grade 4-6: John Bonneville, Our Lady Of Good Counsel, Ingleside
Grade 7-8: Misha Bunten, Holy Trinity Catholic Secondary School, Cornwall
Grade 9-10: Abdussalam Elkurbo, St. Joseph’s Catholic Secondary School, Cornwall

Kindness is Cool

Recognizes acts of kindness or heroism with no personal gain.

CDSBEO Winners

Grade 4-6: Shamus Sauvé, Sacred Heart Catholic School, Cornwall
Grade 7-8: Travis Fortier, St. Matthew Catholic Secondary School, Cornwall
Grade 9-10: Devin Anderson, Holy Trinity Catholic Secondary School, Cornwall
Grade 11-12: Valeria Bishop Gomez, St. Joseph’s Catholic Secondary School, Cornwall