Southpointe Academy Alumni

For this month’s Alumni Spotlight, we’re featuring Kaylie Borntraeger, whose curiosity has taken her from Southpointe’s biology classroom to environmental research.

What began as a fascination with evolution and adaptation in Grade 11 Biology grew into a passion for understanding biodiversity, sustainability, and the relationship between people and the natural world. Through research internships, fieldwork tracking biodiversity in Delta farmlands, and conversations with mentors, Kaylie discovered that some of the most meaningful learning happens beyond the classroom.

Along the way, she also learned that asking questions isn’t a sign that you don’t know enough—it’s a sign that you’re invested in learning. That mindset continues to shape her studies and career, reminding her that curiosity opens doors to new ideas, experiences, and opportunities.

“Being an inquirer has helped me make new connections and be more involved in my learning and career.”

Kaylie’s story reminds us that lifelong learning begins with a willingness to ask questions, embrace new perspectives, and follow your curiosity wherever it leads.

💬 What question has led you to an unexpected opportunity?

What a night. ✨

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Back to Southpointe Alumni Reunion & Celebration. It was wonderful to reconnect with alumni across generations, share stories and memories, and celebrate the community that continues to make Southpointe so special.

From catching up with classmates to exploring our campus expansion through exclusive hard hat tours, the evening was a reminder of how far we’ve come—and the exciting future ahead.

A special congratulations to our milestone classes and Alumni Award recipients. We are grateful to have you as part of the Southpointe story.

Until next time, thank you for coming back to Southpointe.