ACHIEVEMENT PROGRAM
Supporting access to postsecondary education by providing opportunity to students who experience socio-economic barriers.
OUR SINCERE GRATITUD
Thank you Lakehead donors for your support as the Achievement Program continue to expand its reach, build programming, and encourage studen their journeys to post-secondary educ
Donors' funds are the backbone of th Program’s staffing and programming, every aspect possible
It’s been another successful year of w to remove barriers for students. In 20 2024, Lakehead University’s Achieve Program delivered impactful program 380 active participants from 40 diffe schools in and around Thunder Bay increase of 25% from last year
This year's highlights include a signif milestone: the recruitment of three p staff mentors who are also Achievem Program alumni. It is a remarkable tu point to have former students who ha benefited from the Program to now contribute to their delivery
Karise
ACHIEVEMENT PROGRAM ALUMNUS
DREAM. BELIEVE. ACHIEVE.
Lakehead held the second annual Indigenous Cultural Celebration, summer camp, student speaker series, high school conference, and our 6th annual Career & Undergraduate Exploration Day A new initiative was launched called “After School With the Thunderwolves,” which focuses on reaching participants in grade 9 and above
Because of your vital support, students feel encouraged to Dream. Believe. Achieve.
“The Achievement Program helped me in so many ways and gave me the opportunity to meet many great people. I learned financial and life skills in the program. I enjoyed every part of it!"
2ND YEAR VISUAL ARTS STUDENT AT LAKEHEAD
“The Days on Campus really inspired me to come here, even though I had lots of educational and family setbacks that made it really hard. But the Achievement Program was here to support me in any way that I needed.”
ACHIEVEMENT PROGRAM ALUMNUS
2ND YEAR EDUCATION STUDENT AT LAKEHEAD
pictured with Program Coordinator Amanda Stefanile
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PROGRAMMING
DAYS ON CAMPUS—MAY & JUNE 2023
WithLakehead’sActiveUteamandvarsityathletesleadingthe way,students first got moving, and then got curious participatingingrade-specifichands-oneducationaland culturalprogramming.InJune,theProgrambroughtthe LakeheadcampusexperiencetoOpenRoadsschoolin DrydenforalltheKPDSBAchievementProgramstudents
Thedayfeatured sports and recreational activities with theActiveUstaffteamalongwithusingknowledgeof structurestobuildacatapult Alongsideofferingsfromthe Program’smanypartners,theNiijiiI di MentorshipProgram taught participan anthropology, the minerals found in region, and Indigenous ways of unde glaciers meltingovertime
SUMMER CAMPS
2023/24Days on Campus
NURSING CHEMISTRY KINESIOLOGY
ANTHROPOLOGY
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
NIIJII MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
STUDENT HEALTH & WELLNESS
NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
KEEWATINASE EDUCATION PROGRAM
INDIGENOUS CULTURAL SUPPORT SERVICES
103 stud registered 1-week ca were prov , snacks and access to transportation t and from camp, where they took part skill-based recreational and education activities led by ActiveU and grounde in team building, problem solving, an social skills. Cultural hands-on programming was also on offer, and
Lakehead faculty and staff led students in a wide range of programming that helped students gain important academic skills, explore our campus, and build connections with friends.
SOCIAL WORK ENGINEERING FIRE TRUCK PUMPER
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& ENGAGEMENT
HIGH SCHOOL WORKSHOP
SERIES
The Achievement Program hosted a three-day conference for high school students Fifteen students participated in the conference that focused on team building and leadership activities, True Colours Personality quiz and discussion, goal setting, resume and interviewing, career pathway exploration, and participation in the Lakehead orientation at Lake Tamblyn.
Students were provided with breakfast and lunch each day along with access to transportation if needed The number of high school participants continues to grow, helping more students develop key skills that will equip them to succeed in high scho and beyond.
Indigenous Cultural Celebration Night
Presented by the Achievement Program
550 Achievement
Program students and their families attended the 2024 Indigenous Cultural Celebration Night, which included complimentary tickets to see Lakehead’s men’s hockey team facing off against Wilfrid Laurier University The event celebrated the Achievement Program families as well as Indigenous culture, and was a great way to connect and celebrate the families, bring them to campus events in a fun and exciting atmosphere, and showcase the Program to members of the community
from 35% 20% 5% 40% (7) attend Lakehead (4) attend Confederation College (1) attend another university (8) employed or pursuing other opportunities Since 2020: High School Graduates 20
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EXPLORING INTERESTS & DEVELOPING SKILLS
Jaylee
“Achievement Program summer camp helps my self-confidence, because I know there are places here where I can get help if I need it.”
“I like that you guys show us a lot of different activities and different subjects, and also make it fun, so that way it’s interesting, and it allows us to see different areas that the university has to offer.”
Student Speaker Series
The Achievement Program staff team visit all of the Program’s students in 40 different schools to bring lunch and hands-on activities programming that’s key to building long-term connections with the students. This year’s programming focused on:
Career & Undergraduate Exploration Day
Hosted by the Achievement Program & Indigenous Access Program
At this annual event designed to help students decide which degree or career pathway they might wish to pursue, students participated in Undergraduate Recruitment, visited Athletics for some recreational activities, and had a financial literacy session with the Early Outreach Coordinator. Speed networking sessions gave students a taste of many different areas of study in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere
