Celebrating students, graduates across Tuxedo

Tuxedo

As another school year draws to a close, I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the students, families, teachers, and school staff across Tuxedo who are celebrating graduation season and the beginning of summer break.

This time of year, is always filled with excitement, reflection, and anticipation for what comes next. Whether students are moving on to a new grade, graduating from high school, or preparing for post-secondary studies, these milestones deserve to be celebrated

Congratulations to the graduating class at Gray Academy. Our office was proud to provide a $500 scholarship to support one of the graduates as they begin the next chapter of their education and future careers. We will also be recognizing additional students with scholarships throughout June. Supporting students and celebrating their achievements is incredibly important, and I am always grateful for opportunities to recognize the dedication and perseverance that graduation represents.

One memorable moment this spring came from the Grade 2 class at St. John Brebeuf School. As part of a classroom project about Canada and Manitoba, students designed and created their own postage stamps featuring Canadian and Manitoba symbols that represent our beautiful province. The creativity, pride, and thoughtfulness they showed in their work was truly inspiring. They were asked to imagine what future Canadian stamps could look like through the eyes of the next generation, and the results were remarkable. I enjoyed visiting the class and presenting a letter recognizing their efforts and celebrating their engagement as young Manitobans.

I recently had the pleasure of spending time with Tsion Abera from Shaftsbury High School through the Manitoba Legislative Assembly’s first-ever Commonwealth Women Parliamentarians Twinning Program held here in the Manitoba Legislature. The program gave young women from across the province the opportunity to experience life at the Legislature, connect with women MLAs, and learn more about public service and leadership. It was wonderful getting to know Tsion and hearing her perspectives, ideas, and goals for the future. Spending time with engaged and thoughtful young people like Tsion is a reminder of the bright future ahead for our communities, and I am grateful to contribute to the opportunity and experience she had.

With the legislative session wrapping up and summer just around the corner, I am excited to spend more time out in the community, connecting with residents and meeting people where they are. Summer is a wonderful opportunity to come together at neighbourhood events, celebrations, and community gatherings across Tuxedo, and I look forward to hearing from constituents throughout the months ahead.

As always, please feel free to contact my office with any questions or concerns by calling 204-416-1140, emailing carla.compton@yourmanitoba.ca, or visiting us at 1840 Grant Ave.