Local student posts one of the region's highest averages
The York Region District School Board (YRDSB) has published its list of top scholars for the 2025–26 academic year, naming two students who averaged 100 per cent and recognising a Newmarket graduate who finished with a 99.5 per cent average.
Kiki Puccini, of Sir William Mulock Secondary School in Newmarket, recorded a 99.5 per cent final average, placing her among the board's highest achievers. The board also listed students from schools across York Region, including Markham, Thornhill, Aurora and Stouffville.
- Two students attained a perfect 100 per cent average.
- One Newmarket student is among the top-ranked scholars with a 99.5 per cent average.
- The board highlighted the role of families and staff in supporting student achievement.
Top scholars at a glance
| Student | School | Average (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Vivienne Liao | Milliken Mills High School (Markham) | 100 |
| Matthew Weinstein | Westmount Collegiate Institute (Thornhill) | 100 |
| Srijana Basu | Maple High School | 99.67 |
| Kiki Puccini | Sir William Mulock Secondary School (Newmarket) | 99.5 |
| Victor Yee | Markham District High School | 99.5 |
Board reaction and context
Board officials marked the achievement as the culmination of sustained effort by students and the network of support around them. In statements released with the list, YRDSB leaders emphasised both individual dedication and the contribution of educators and families to student success.
“Earning one of the highest averages is a remarkable achievement that reflects years of hard work, dedication and commitment to learning, supported by YRDSB families and educators,” said Ron Lynn, chair of the board.
“As we celebrate their academic success, we also recognize the important role that teachers, administrators and support staff play in fostering student achievement every day,” said Bill Cober, chief executive officer.
Recognition on the board’s top scholars list typically reflects final course results across the senior years and is used by families, schools and post-secondary institutions as an indicator of academic performance. For Newmarket, Puccini’s placement highlights the continued academic strength at Sir William Mulock Secondary School and within the town’s public-school population.
The list itself spans several schools and includes multiple students with averages above 99 per cent, underscoring a competitive academic environment in York Region for the 2025–26 year. The board encouraged the wider school community to join in congratulating the students named and to continue supporting strong learning outcomes.
Parents and local educators say public recognition of top scholars can raise aspirations for other students, while also drawing attention to the supports and resources that contribute to high achievement. The YRDSB did not provide additional data on trends, such as subject-specific averages or demographic breakdowns, in the announcement accompanying the top scholars list.
