Maples Met School students made an impressive showing at this year’s Manitoba Schools Science Symposium (MSSS), held on April 10-12 and the University of Manitoba Max Bell Fieldhouse. The MSSS brings together top young student scientists from across the province to showcase innovative research projects, celebrate scientific inquiry, and connect students with experts in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Representing Maples Met, a strong group of student researchers demonstrated creativity, critical thinking, and a commitment to real-world problem solving. Their hard work was recognized with an outstanding number of medals across all categories.

Leading the way, Tehzeeb Cheema and Ekamjot Brar earned Gold Medals, placing them among the top competitors in the province. A large group of students also achieved Silver Medals, including Jan Ziv Prieto, Hyacinth Venus, Jaideep Delow, Kier Canlad, Anisa Kahlon, and Karman Chahil. Rounding out the success, Harjas Singh, Dianne Magtibay, Alex Duncan, and Gurfateh Sidhu each received Bronze Medals, highlighting the depth of talent within the school’s science program.

Our participation in MSSS has reflected the core values of Maples Met School, where students engage in hands-on, inquiry-based learning and connect their studies to real-world applications. Through their projects, these students not only demonstrated academic excellence but also contributed meaningful ideas to their fields of study.

The following awards were presented to the student participants of Maples Met School.

Individual Awards

Several Maples Met students were also recognized with prestigious special awards:

• Hyacinth Venus – Richardson Centre for Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals Award; Women’s Health Research Foundation of Canada Award (Senior Level)
• Jaideep Delow – Engineers and Geoscientists of Manitoba Award
• Anisa Kahlon – Manitoba Neuroscience Network Award
• Karman Chahil – Freshwater Fish Marketing Corporation Award
• Ekamjot Brar – Misericordia Foundation Award
• Dianne Magtibay – Women’s Health Research Foundation of Canada Award; Misericordia Foundation Award; WISE Kid-netic Energy Award
• Alex Duncan – Freshwater Fish Marketing Corporation Award; Canadian Meteorological and Oceanographic Society Award

Most Outstanding Projects

Maples Met students were further honoured for excellence within specific scientific disciplines:

• Jaideep Delow – Most Outstanding Computer Science & AI Project (Senior Level)
• Karman Chahil – Most Outstanding Animal Science Project (Intermediate Level)
• Ekamjot Brar – Most Outstanding Health & Biotechnology Project (Senior Level)

Best Overall Project by Category

• Tehzeeb Cheema – Best Overall Biological Sciences Project (Senior Level)

The success of Maples Met students at MSSS highlights the strength of experiential learning and the dedication of both students and mentors. Their achievements not only brings pride to the school community but also points to a bright future in science and innovation.