As students across the country leave school for the last time, many are celebrating the end of the HSC and looking forward to what lies beyond K to 12 life.
Locally, two schools at least are very happy with their results for the year.
Cape Byron
Cape Byron Rudolf Steiner School have released a media statement saying they are proud to celebrate the outstanding results of the class of 2024 in their HSC.
‘This talented, dedicated and resilient cohort of 28 students showed unwavering commitment and passion for their subjects, underpinned by a strong, shared support for each other’.
‘Not only do we recognise the academic achievements of our students, we also want to honour and celebrate other measures of success in our graduates. They can plan and implement activities independently, collaborate, work in teams and effectively listen, share and communicate.
Achievements
‘Some of the outstanding academic achievements of the 2024 cohort include: 100 per cent of design and technology students in the top two bands (results above 80 and 90); 80 per cent of English extension 2 students receiving results above 90 with one mark of 50 out of 50; 60 per cent of legal studies and drama in the top band (results above 90); and 85 per cent of music students in the top two bands (results above 80 and 90).
‘Overall, there were 26 band 6s (scores over 90) and 41 band 5s (scores between 80 and 89) and 35 band 4s (scores between 70 and 79).
‘Many students have already received guaranteed entry into highly competitive courses in tertiary and other institutions across Australia. Many students who have achieved high ATARs will receive further early offers ahead of first-round offers in January.
‘The school is proud of the efforts and achievements of all students and their passionate teachers.
‘We wish each graduate every success in their post school journey’, says the statement.
Mullum High
Mullumbimby High School has praised the Higher School Certificate (HSC) achievements of its 2024 cohort.
In a statement, the school said, ‘This year, the school recorded an impressive 117 band 5/6 results across all subjects showcasing the hard work, determination, and talent of our students and demonstrating the school’s commitment to fostering success across diverse disciplines’.
‘An outstanding 30 per cent of our students undertook one or more extension subjects across a range of disciplines, including mathematics, English, science, and history. These rigorous courses push students to achieve their personal best, and our results reflect their dedication to academic excellence’.
Incredible resilience
Principal of Mullumbimby High School, Cameron Johnson, said, ‘Our students have displayed incredible resilience and ambition in achieving these outstanding results. Their success across extension subjects and a wide range of courses is a testament to their hard work and the dedicated support of our teaching staff.’
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