The ÄÛÑ¿ÊÓÆµ (HCDSB) is thrilled to announce this year’s recipients of the Governor General Bronze Medal, awarded to the graduating student with the highest average from each secondary school.
The average is calculated based on the final marks received in all Grade 11 and 12 courses, as listed on each student’s official transcript, issued by the Ministry of Education.
2021 Governor General Recipients
| Student | ​​​Secondary School | ​​Average Achieved |
|---|---|---|
| David John Colterman | ​&²Ô²ú²õ±è;, Burlington | 97.73% |
| Aditi Rajnish | &²Ô²ú²õ±è;​â¶Ä‹â¶Ä‹, Milton | 99.31% |
| Jamie Lee Stumpf | ​&²Ô²ú²õ±è;, Georgetown | 98.10% |
| Katelyn Harness | ​&²Ô²ú²õ±è;, Burlington | 98.57% |
| Giovanna Rosa Gerada | ​&²Ô²ú²õ±è;, Oakville | 98.94% |
| Ava Dey | , Milton | &²Ô²ú²õ±è;​96.36% |
| Kyumin (Clara) Kim | ​&²Ô²ú²õ±è;, Burlington | ​ 97.89% |
| Rylan Donohoe | ​&²Ô²ú²õ±è;, Oakville | ​ 99.11% |
| Jessie Peng | ​&²Ô²ú²õ±è;, Oakville | ​98.18% |
“The recipients of the Governor General award have demonstrated ongoing dedication and commitment to academic excellence. We wish our students continued success as they embark on their post-secondary journey and fulfill their God-given potential.”
– Pat Daly, Director of Education ​
Quick Facts
- For over 130 years, the Governor General’s Academic Medals recognize the academic achievements of students across Canada.
- Lord Dufferin, Canada’s third Governor General after Confederation, created the Academic Medals in 1873 to encourage excellence across the nation.
- For more information and a list of recipients, please visit: .


