Lyle Chapman “You’ve Got This” Memorial Bursary

The Lyle Chapman, “You’ve Got This” Memorial Bursary has been established in honour of a beloved educator and principal whose unwavering dedication to students left a profound and lasting impact on all who knew him. Known for his unapologetic support, Lyle was more than a leader—he was an advocate, a friend, and a tireless champion for every student who walked through his school doors.

Lyle possessed a rare and powerful gift: the ability to see the very best in others and the determination to help them see it in themselves. With an unshakeable belief in the potential of every student, he especially stood beside those who were often overlooked or underserved, offering encouragement, opportunity, and hope.

Lyle’s legacy is one of care, equity, and empowerment—a legacy that continues through this bursary. In recognition of his deep commitment to student success and well-being, Lyle’s family has created the “You’ve Got This” Memorial Bursary to support and uplift students, just as Lyle always did. This award honours his enduring message to every student: you are capable, you matter, and you’ve got this!

Criteria:

The successful applicant should be:

• A student graduating from Salmon Arm Secondary School or Eagle River Secondary School.
• Enrolled in, or accepted to, a recognized program leading to a certification, diploma, degree, apprenticeship, or workforce training that is directly aligned with a future occupation.
• Show proof of purchase for required equipment for workforce training or employment.

The bursary is intended to support individuals who demonstrate a clear commitment to pursuing their chosen path in education and/or applying their skills in the workforce upon graduation.

The student must:

• Be attending Salmon Arm Secondary School or Eagle River Secondary.
• Have demonstrated hard work in completing their studies.
• Have overcome significant barriers or challenges while completing their studies.
• Need financial assistance.
• Be of good character.
• Have demonstrated perseverance, diligence, effort, and cooperation.
• Maintain harmonious relationships with peers.
• Demonstrate the initiative to improve themselves by working toward a specific goal.
• Work to their potential.

Applicants need to submit to the Chapman family, either:

• A 300 written description explaining how they plan to utilize the bursary.
• A maximum of 3-minute audio recording explaining how they plan to utilize the bursary.
• A maximum of 3-minute video recording explaining how they plan to utilize the bursary.

2025 Award – one scholarship of $1,000 for Salmon Arm Secondary student & one scholarship of $1,500 for an Eagle River Secondary student