This is an outstanding achievement from a student who has worked with dedication and passion both within our school as an SRC member and the community (especially in the area of Athletic and working with disabled athletes). Our nominations were Regan and Joshua and we have great pride in publicly announcing their success with these awards.įirstly, Regan was selected as one of the top eleven students for the Student Citizenship Award and she attended a special ceremony on Wednesday 7th October at Government House to receive her certificate and medallion from His Excellency, the Honourable Hieu Van Le AO, the Governor of South Australia. All nominations were assessed against established criteria including contribution to school and the community leadership and management skills, support for the disadvantaged and the wellbeing of others along with a demonstrated Pride in Australia. This award recognises the outstanding contributions and leadership of students within their school and wider community. Each year 11 students are chosen from across the state to receive a certificate and medallion from His Excellency, the Honourable Hieu Van Le AO, the Governor of South Australia, who is also Patron of the Association. Last term our school was asked to nominate 2 students for the prestigious Student Citizenship Awards, offered by the SA Branch of the Order of Australia Association. To find out more about Children’s Week and the awards visit: Student Citizenship Awards - 7 October 2015 Seven other awards were presented to students whose extraordinary efforts included outstanding academic and community achievements, supporting other children and adults in need and career development in the arts.Ĭhildren’s Week was celebrated by schools around the state from Friday October 20 to Sunday October 29, as they hosted special events and activities to recognise the important role that children play in our communities. Minister for Education and Child Development, the Hon Susan Close, MP, presented the awards in two categories – students in Primary and Secondary Schools – and praised the students who had all demonstrated excellence in their chosen academic and extracurricular endeavours.Īn award was presented to Georgia Thomas who attends Nuriootpa High School in recognition of her outstanding contribution to school and community through the Gay Lesbian and Other committee, the Rotary Citizenship Program, public speaking and the SA Youth Parliament. These awards are offered as part of the Children’s Week celebration for children who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in any endeavour including academic, community service, sport, arts and personal challenge. South Australia’s most outstanding student achievers were announced at Parkside Primary School, Adelaide, on Friday October 27th as part of the 18th Annual Children’s Week Minister for Education and Child Development Awards. MEDIA RELEASE Youth Awards recognised during Children’s Week
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