Masterworks Program
Masterworks: Big Ideas, Bigger Impact
Capstone presentations by Grade 9 students
June 9th & 10th, 2026 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
Island Pacific School
Join us as our Grade 9 students present their Masterworks—rigorous, independent, passion-fueled research projects that mark the culmination of their time at Island Pacific School.
This is more than a presentation. It’s a launchpad. Each presentation is a window into what matters most to each student—and a powerful preview of the future they’re ready to shape.
We invite you to be part of the audience. No need to RSVP. Bring your curiosity. Absorb their passion.
Experience IPS
An Open House to follow Masterworks
Tuesday, June 9th | 2:30pm – 3:45pm
Or come early to catch our final Masterworks presentation from 1-2pm!
Island Pacific School
671 Carter Road, Bowen Island, BC
Already enrolled for September? Come meet your future classmates. Still deciding? You’re more than welcome too—bring a friend!
Facts About Masterworks
One Year, One Big Idea
Students design and carry out an ambitious independent project in Grade 9.
Personal Guidance
Every student is supported by a faculty mentor who keeps them on track and helps them push through obstacles.
Real-world Expertise
Students are paired with professional advisors from fields like science, business, the arts, and literature providing specialized knowledge and feedback.
Research and Creation
Projects involve building, writing, experimenting, or producing something original.
A Public Moment
The year culminates with a formal presentation and defense in front of a live, public audience.
What They Gain
Resilience, time management, problem-solving skills, and the experience of working to professional standards.
What They Produce
Outcomes as varied as seaworthy boats, published novellas, short films, and original research.
What Endures
The confidence and courage to take on daunting challenges.
ALL ARE WELCOME!
MASTERWORKS 2026
AT ISLAND PACIFIC SCHOOL WE KNOW YOUNG PEOPLE ARE CAPABLE OF REMARKABLE THINGS.
THAT BELIEF TAKES CENTRE STAGE IN MASTERWORKS-A YEAR-LONG RITE OF PASSAGE WHERE EVERY GRADE 9 STUDENT CHOOSES SOMETHING THEY CARE DEEPLY ABOUT, CHASES IT FEARLESSLY, AND THEN IN JUNE STEPS ONTO A STAGE TO DEFEND THEIR IDEAS BEFORE A PUBLIC AUDIENCE.
TUE JUN 9
SAMMY SARUK 9:30
DEAN MOUNTAIN 10:45
TOVIN REDEKOPP 1:00
WED JUN 10
LU KETCHESON 9:30
SACHA BROMLEY 10:45
MAYA ARYZE O'LEARY 1:00
CATES HILL CHAPEL
TUE., JUN 9 & WED., JUN 10 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
