St. Andrew's College

Even now, in my second year of university, I am still discovering how being an Andrean has enabled me to accomplish so much. After my first week, I sent an email to my SAC philosophy teacher, Mr. Rush, thanking him for preparing me for university lectures. From note taking, to readings and research, Andreans are taught how to cope and excel in various disciplines. Aside from academics, St. Andrew's also gave me incredible experience, especially through its amazing arts program. As a Drama major, I have had to call on past experiences in the arts for so many facets of my studies. The experience I have gained from being an Andrean has helped me in acting and directing in professional productions, and even in serving on the Board of Directors for Queen's Musical Theatre. St. Andrew's taught me how to balance my time and all my activities so I could get the most from my experiences, whether that be as a student, actor, director, board member, campus tour guide, orientation leader or any of my roles here at Queen's. I owe a great deal to St. Andrew's for all it has given me, and I am incredibly proud to be an Andrean.

My brother Chad graduated from St. Andrew's College in 2006 and I remember coming to visit and thinking ‘this will be my school one day.’ Once I saw the campus and learned about the programs, I knew that SAC would be the perfect fit for me. I can say with confidence that my time here has made me a stronger person. I have learned a lot about myself and have come to appreciate my unique qualities. Teachers have high expectations for their students, and at the end of the year, the students have high expectations for themselves. SAC provides the perfect combination of athletics and academics for students to enjoy the best of both worlds. I have been able to maintain my roles as Prefect, a member of the Multicultural Society, a Warrant Officer in the Cadet Corps, a drummer in the Pipes and Drums, while also being a member of the Athletics Council and participating in Varsity Soccer, Varsity Swimming, Track and Field, and Triathlon. It has been an amazing experience to be immersed in such a wide variety of programs and groups. It is such a great feeling to know that you are helping out in the community and still have time to win a championship tournament. I have been able to expand my skill base, while making friends and having the time of my life. I have learned that a combination of hard work, discipline and dedication is the formula to success. This has been taught to me by my coaches and teachers through example. Having witnessed the benefits of amazing leadership, it is hard not to want to follow by example. When I had to make the decision about what path to take for my future, my teachers were there for me, always with an open mind to listen to my concerns. Together we brainstormed, weighed the positives and negatives of each choice, and made the final decision. The atmosphere just radiates team spirit, hard work and passion. It is with great honour and pride that I move to the next stage in my future. I know my experience at St. Andrew’s is unforgettable, and even though I will be leaving a part of me behind when I go, I know that I will carry with me a lifetime of memories and life skills. Craig has received a soccer scholarship to attend St. Lawrence University in Canton, NY next year. He plans to major in E-Commerce.

I come from a long line of St. Andrew's College graduates. Both of my brothers graduated as Head Prefects, and I am proud to have followed in their footsteps. My family plays a big part of my life and has always influenced the decisions that I make. I started at SAC in grade 6 and cannot believe seven years have passed so quickly. From start to finish, this has been one of the most unforgettable journeys that I will ever take. I like trying new things and exploring various avenues, and SAC is the perfect place for a boy to discover what makes him happy and how to go about achieving his goals. At this school, you are given the opportunity to discover your strengths, weaknesses, likes and dislikes by joining programs and groups. Throughout the years, I have tried all different kinds of things, from performing in school plays during FOCUS Festival of the Arts and playing in the Pipe Band for five years, to being an officer in the Cadets Corps and serving as a Middle School House Captain where I mentored younger students and provided them with advice and guidance from my own experience at SAC. I have played on different sports teams as well, including Squash, Baseball and Cricket. This year, I am the Head Prefect, Captain of the Varsity Squash team and President of Community Service Council - having acquired over 300 hours of community service. The lessons that are taught here stay with you and can be applied to decisions you make outside of the classroom. What is great about this school is that the teachers push you; they have great expectations for you, and in the end you start to realize what it is you can really accomplish. I am ready to take the next step in my life and in my education, knowing that I am incredibly well prepared and ready to tackle any challenges that present themselves. Kent will attend Brown University in Rhode Island this September to study Bio Chemistry.