Sunshine Coast high school graduates are preparing to pursue their careers, after receiving Australian Tertiary Admission Rank results.
Sunshine Coast Grammar School, at Forest Glen, recorded its best ever ATAR results.
The school’s graduating class of 2022 was among the best in Queensland, with 9 per cent scoring in the top 1 per cent with an ATAR 99 or above.
Grammar students excelled in their academic pursuits, with about 37 per cent achieving a ranking score of 95 or above, 65 per cent of students achieving an ATAR of 90 or above and 82 per cent of students scoring 80 or above.
School principal Anna Owen was delighted.
“The results achieved are a reflection of the dedication and positive attitude students have displayed towards their studies,” she said.
“We are incredibly proud of our Year 12 cohort and congratulate them on their outstanding achievements.”
“Success comes in many forms and as a school it is our goal for every graduating Year 12 student to be working or studying towards a career that not only values their talents, but for which they also have a real passion and purpose.
“We encourage each and every student to go confidently in the direction of their dreams, to work hard and to realise their full potential in the next phase of their unique journey.”
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Matthew Flinders Anglican College is also celebrating its Year 12 graduates achieving outstanding results, with a median ATAR of 92.45.
One student, Laura Webb, achieved the highest possible ATAR of 99.95.
Laura is one of 33 Queensland students to achieve the score.
There were 10 Flinders students who achieved an ATAR of 99 and above, while 21 achieved an ATAR of 98 and above.
Matthew Flinders principal Stuart Meade congratulated the graduates “from the high achievers to the countless students whose efforts surpassed their own aspirations.”
“Each student has a story to tell of his or her academic journey
“They are all important, as the processes and approach undertaken by each student informs their future path as much as their final result.”
Meanwhile, Immanuel Lutheran College principal Colin Minke wished graduates the best.
“This cohort is a group of inspiring young people who have a strong sense of who they are and what they want to achieve,” he said via the school’s social media.
The school had 23 per cent of students claim an ATAR of 95 and above, and 66 per cent with an ATAR of 80 and above.
Dux Fraser Waddy, with an ATAR of 99.45, hoped to study medicine at James Cook or Griffith University.
“Both my parents work in the medical field and medicine has always interested me.”
“I want to help others and I’ve seen the impact doctors have when family members are ill and the relief and joy when they recover.”
Many graduates will continue their studies at university, using their ATAR results as a point of entry.
But not all graduates will pursue an academic pathway.
Many will undertake traineeships, internships, entry-level jobs, certificates, or self employment.
Immanuel graduate Hunter Moore will continue his Certificate IV in Engineering while he trains in the U18 Brisbane Lions Academy, with a view to one day play AFL professionally.
Siena Catholic College expressed its congratulations to graduates during another “challenging” year.
“Over 70 per cent of these students already have a tertiary offer,” the school said.
“We thank all of our staff who have supported these students during their education at Siena Catholic College.”
Coolum State High also shared its good news with the community via social media.
The school had three students with ATARs higher than 99.10.
“These scores were just the tip of the iceberg, with a remarkable 24.62 per cent of students receiving an ATAR above 90,” the school said.
Caloundra State High School conveyed its congratulations to graduates “who maintained their focus and determination through significant adversity to achieve amazing results.”
“With 100 per cent QCE and QCIA attainment, we know all of our students are ready to take on the world.”
There were 51,240 Year 12 graduates across Queensland.
Graduates with questions about their subject results can call the QCAA’s myQCE hotline on 1800 804 991.
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