2026 Senator Gershaw Valedictorian Looking Ahead to a Career in Medicine

For Senator Gershaw School valedictorian Luc Vos, high school has been a reminder of how quickly time passes and how important it is to appreciate the moments along the way.

As graduation approaches, Vos says one of the biggest lessons he has learned throughout high school is the value of perseverance.

“Whether I'm working on math or writing an essay or something, you always gotta go back and make your edits, check for mistakes,” he said. “That way you can end up with something that's worth handing in in the end.”

Looking back, the relationships built with teachers, friends and family are what stand out the most.

“Life goes faster than you think,” he said. “Remember to cherish all the good memories you make.”

Vos credits many of his favorite high school memories to the simple moments shared with friends and family, whether spending time together outside of school, helping out at home or joking around with classmates during the school day. Those everyday interactions, he says, often became some of the most meaningful parts of the high school experience.

A strong interest in math and science helped shape both his academic interests and future plans. Physics became one of his favorite subjects during high school because it combined problem solving with understanding how the world works. He says he especially enjoyed being able to visualize concepts and understand the science behind them.

This fall, he will attend the University of Lethbridge to pursue a Bachelor of Science in kinesiology, with plans to eventually attend medical school and pursue a career in surgery.

“My uncle is an orthopedic surgeon up in Edmonton right now,” Vos said. “I've kinda always just been interested in being able to help people out and to care for them.”

While excited about the independence that comes with post secondary life, including living on his own, he says support from family, friends and his church community will continue to play an important role as he begins the next chapter. Having a strong support system, he added, gives him confidence as he prepares to transition from high school into university life.

As Senator Gershaw School's Class of 2026 prepares for commencement, Vos hopes graduates take time to appreciate the friendships, memories and experiences that helped define their high school years.