From the Head of Campus
Celebrating Excellence - Secondary Awards Ceremony
Last Thursday at the Secondary Awards Ceremony we had the opportunity to reflect, recognise and celebrate the academic and cocurricular achievements of our students. We also formally farewell our Consultant to Schools Mr Vince Connor who has supported all schools in the Bathurst Diocese over his 22 years in the role. Well done to our leaders Ruby, Connor, Grace and Tom for leading the evening and to Year 11 Music students for the fabulous performances.
Congratulations to all award recipients especially those who were recognised with a major award:
|
Award |
Description |
Recipient |
|
Christian Leadership |
Recognises a student’s service and public witness to their faith within our school community. |
Ameila (10) |
|
Jane Drummond Memorial Award for Visual Art |
Recipient of this award has excelled in the Visual Arts course in both theoretical and practical elements.
|
Jack (9) |
|
Secondary Cultural Award |
Recognises talent in a range of areas in the Arts. Dedication to a range of school based extracurricular activities/performances |
Maddison (10) |
|
Moolarben Spirit Award - Stage 4 - Stage 5 |
Recognises a student for their diligent and positive approach to their studies along with their commitment to community and social justice. |
Emerson (8)
Kayla (10) |
|
Mudgee View Club Stage 4 - Literacy - Numeracy |
Awarded to a student who has achieved the greatest overall learning gain in the areas of literacy and numeracy - demonstrated through NAPLAN Assessment if available; Literacy & Numeracy coaches data; school data |
- Riley (8)
- Adele (8) |
|
Rotary Junior Mathematician Award |
Recognises a student who has displayed an interest and ability in Mathematics at the highest level in Year 9. Aimed to encourage a budding mathematician to continue to strive for great understanding and results in Mathematics. |
Emilyn (9) |
|
Excellence in Mathematics |
Aims to recognise a student who has demonstrated consistent excellence in their Stage 5 Mathematics.
|
Zacharie (10) |
|
Excellence in Science |
Recognises a student from stage 5 who has demonstrated consistent excellence across stage 5 Science. |
Eliza (10) |
|
Brindleys Chartered Accountants Award - Excellence in Commerce |
Recognises a student's enthusiasm and determination in Elective Commerce. The recipient has shown outstanding effort, a keen interest in all learning areas, and an overall aptitude during their course. |
Matilda (10) |
|
ADF Long Tan Leadership Award |
Recognise a student who demonstrates leadership and teamwork within the school and the broader local community. Recognises those who display strong values such as doing one’s best, respect for others and ‘mateship’, that are integral to Australian society. |
Ameila (10) |
|
ADF Future Innovators Award |
Recognises a student who demonstrates innovation and a high level of motivation in the disciplines of STEM. |
Connor (10) |
|
Macquarie University Emerging Leaders |
Recognises emerging leaders who are committed to high academic achievement and demonstrate an outstanding contribution to their school community. |
- Ruby M (11) - Tom S (11) |
|
Sports Awards - Jr Champion Girl - Jr Champion Boy - Sr Champion Girl - Sr Champion Boy |
Students who gained the highest points for the year in sport activities. Points are awarded for participation and progression in sporting representative pathways. |
Sarah (9) Will (8) Lihena (10) Riley (10) |
|
Sports Blue Award |
St Matthews Sports Blue recognises an athlete who has achieved at the highest level of their chosen sport. Athletes must have gained selection in an ‘All Schools’ team or medalled in a state championship (highest level). A ‘Blue’ is only awarded once in a particular sport to any individual. |
- Rosie (11) Rugby - Sarah (9) Athletics |
Happy & Holy Christmas
It has been another busy year and everyone is getting excited for a much deserved rest. As we close for another year I would like to thank all the wonderful staff at our secondary campus who work tirelessly to support our students. Whether it's the beautiful office staff, support staff or teachers - their work is very much appreciated and truly makes St Matthews a wonderful place to learn and work.
A letter via email will be emailed to families this week with some key dates for the first 2 weeks of school - as we hit the ground running with some big events very early in Term 1. Please refer to this email for ‘save the date’ information.
I wish all our families a happy, holy and peaceful Christmas and restful holiday. I look forward to working in partnership with you all in 2025.
Merry Christmas,
Blaney McCarthy-English | Head of Campus - Secondary