AFTER 13 years of school life, St Paul’s College, Kempsey, said goodbye to its graduating 2018 Year 12 class at a special graduation ceremony.
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In his speech, St Paul’s principal Kevin Lewis, said the 2018 Year 12 class exemplified the college theme and motto of ‘Let Your Light Shine and Pursuing Excellence Everyday’, and congratulated every student on their achievements.
“As well as providing a strong platform for the future, St Paul’s College has more importantly taught you how to take love out into the world, and I ask you to share that joyously and generously,” Mr Lewis said.
The graduation mass in the morning was followed by the major awards and prize-giving ceremony that celebrated the achievements of the outgoing Year 12 students.
Ruby Colling and Jye Palise gave the student reflection speech the previous day at the final college assembly to farewell the Year 12 class. The students reflected on their six-year journey at the college and the different paths they had all taken.
Franchesca Thackray delivered the college dux speech, having achieved that honour during the 2017 HSC with an ATAR of 93.55. Franchesca spoke of her determination to succeed and set goals to overcome all obstacles and setbacks in her life.
“It was one of the most inspirational and humbling speeches I have ever witnessed from a young high school graduate ever,” Mr Lewis said.
“I am very proud of how the students have grown into kind and mature young women and men and I wish them every success for their future.”
Award winners
Valued School leaver – a Year 12 student who is a valued class member recognised by their peers as setting a supportive classroom tone and always contributes to learning: Sarah Moir
Community Spirit and Endeavour – a student who has represented the college and participated in community activities and involvement in their organisation: Jye Palise
Christian Living and Christian Values Awards: Zac Ward and Mariah Allan
The Spirit of St Paul’s Awards – strive to achieve their best in daily interaction with people. Living out the community spirit at the college exhibiting justice, respect, and faith in their actions: Harry Mainey, Jessica Douglas, and Siobhan Musgrave
Commitment to Studies – always striving to improve and awarded irrespective of their placing in courses: Jye Palise and Tahlia Byrne
Best All-Rounder – success in many areas of school including sport, academia, social and cultural: Harry Mainey
Australian Defense Force Long-Tan Awards for Leadership: Year 12 – Eloise MacDonald and Year 10 – Jhonti Pilbeam
University of Newcastle Academic Excellence Award: Jacob Nelson
Sandy and Edna Davis Awards for academic performance, enthusiasm for all areas of college life and Christian awareness: James Walker and Andrea Keast
Edmund Rice Male Student of the Year: Harley Thackray
Catherine McAuley Female Student of the Year: Eloise MacDonald
Champion House: Edmund House accepted by House Leaders, Jessica Grant and Zac Ward.
