MUSIC AND DRAMA

HEADMASTER'S TROPHY

Holly Taylor

Holly Taylor was the recipient of the “Headmaster’s Trophy” for her graduating class of 2015-2016. The Headmaster’s trophy is awarded to an exemplary student who exhibits strong academics, athletics, volunteerism and provides a positive environment around the school.

Holly has been on the Honour Roll all 4 yrs. of her highschool and was an Ontario Scholar. Holly won BCCSAA, CWOSSA, OFSAA West (placed 2nd), OFSAA (placed 4th) for shot put. She went on to Nationals to be a two time National Gold Medalist in Shot Put and Weight Throw. She also received a silver medal for shotput.

Holly is also extremely talented in the arts, particularly Vocal Music. She received the highest standing for vocal music 3 out of the 4 years she took the course. Holly was also a member of the Vocal Ensemble, of which she says “The environment was very fulfilling and it made me want to be a better person”. She found that sharing her voice through song was a way to encourage her and others that anything is possible! Holly has also performed at coffee houses, concerts and has auditioned for solos and done extremely well.

Though she may be considered artsy, she also has a science head and was considering a field in the forensic sciences or perhaps law. When Mr. Picone read the speech she never considered she would be the recipient. In fact when she had to walk up to receive it she was ‘very emotional, a bundle of nerves’ and that it was ‘overwhelming where she had happy tears’.

Holly encourages all ACS students to continue to show initiative, work hard, be dedicated and a good person. Holly has returned to ACS to take more AP courses and to continue helping those in the vocal class as well as on the field. What an example the students of ACS have of a well-rounded citizen! We’re proud to have known her from her humble beginnings in the music room, 1154!