Top high school students of 2020 revealed
Schools across southeast Queensland share the stories of their award-winning students and leaders of 2020.
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Brisbane’s best and brightest students can be revealed after Quest Community News invited high schools across southeast Queensland to share the stories of their top students and school leaders of 2020.
Join us in celebrating the success of some of our brightest young minds as they triumphed in a year like no other.
The schools that contributed are sorted in alphabetical order. Scroll down to find yours
THE SCHOOL YEAR OF 2020
FORMALS: QLD’s most glamorous formal photos of 2020
BOARDERS: School students’ heartbreaking COVID plea
PREPPIES: First time students bounce back into education after COVID-19
AMBROSE TREACY COLLEGE, INDOOROOPILLY — THOMAS PERISSINOTTO
“After all the disappointments of a COVID Year 12, I believe there was still plenty to be thankful for.” – School captain Thomas Perissinotto
While COVID-19 has had a significant impact on our year, part of my mindset was to avoid making a big deal of it. This is not the first year to have significant interruptions nor will it be the last.
While it was disappointing to not receive the “normal” Year 12 experience, I reminded myself that there is in fact no such thing as normal, and every year brings its own challenges. My heart goes out to the graduating classes of the early 1940’s who had to focus on exams and assignments amid the horror of a world war.
And so to survive this year we adopted their mantra of ‘Keep Calm and Carry On’.
As leaders at ATC, part of our role was to bring a sense of normalcy to learning from home, connecting with students via videos and encouraging them to continue with their studies and do the things they enjoyed about school – albeit from a safe distance.
While being “COVID-safe” was a major focus when organising school events, general day to day schooling continued in a modified way. In a surprising twist, the pandemic opened up opportunities and new study options that I had not previously considered.
I am very happy to be moving to Canberra to study a combined degree Ph.B.(ANU)/BSc(Hons)NUS – in physics and maths at both ANU and National University of Singapore.
They only admit 8-10 Australians each year to this degree.
BEENLEIGH STATE HIGH SCHOOL — MALACHI FARMER
Malachi is an exceptional student, writing in a manner that encompasses the areas of eloquence, specificity and creativity. He approaches tasks in a unique manner that has served him well throughout his high school career. Malachi excels in the academic arena and achieved Beenleigh State High School’s Academic Excellence Award and Cultural Excellence – Music Award at this year’s Awards Evening. He also achieved the highest results in biology, geography, modern history and general mathematics. He was a valuable member of the senior leadership team in 2020, serving as a prefect. Malachi was also involved in various music ensembles – choir, Symphonic Band where he achieved team success in local and regional eisteddfods. He plans on studying a Bachelor of Law at QUT in 2021. Malachi’s unique approach and drive for perfection, will assure a successful future.
BEENLEIGH STATE HIGH SCHOOL — RAY GRAY
Ray is a dedicated and driven student, undertaking all tasks with a combination of humour and a keen eye for detail. He formed an integral part of this year’s leadership team, as one of Beenleigh State High School’s Vice-Captains. Ray was involved in numerous events, representing himself and his school with pride. He is well respected among his peers and teachers, and has achieved outstanding results in his studies across STEM subjects.
Ray received an Academic Excellence Award, Subject Excellence Awards for Mathematical Methods and Physics, and was the recipient of the inaugural Australian Defence Force – Future Innovator Award. Acknowledging his incredible academic performance, 21st Century mindset and leadership in the field, this award was a testament to his resilience and extraordinary time management. Ray also plans to attend university to study engineering and maths. He is a charismatic and dedicated young man, and his high school journey will put him in good stead for a successful future
BEENLEIGH STATE HIGH SCHOOL — MITCH SQUIRES
“Despite the obstacles that 2020 threw our way, it has built resilience within our cohort and we have come out of this as stronger people.” – School captain Mitch Squires
During the initial transition to online schooling, I personally found it difficult – it was hard to complete the work assigned without having a teacher’s influence and feedback. However, as time went on, it became easier to manage.
Even though online schooling had many challenges, it also gave me the opportunity to focus more on a future career in health and fitness.
When we came back to school, I was hoping to get back to training for rugby league, but due to COVID-19 restrictions, the season was cancelled.
This was extremely disappointing because not only was it my last year in the team, it was my final year as captain. In addition to the sport season being cancelled, a lot of other school events were postponed, such as cross country, swimming carnival and various Leadership Conferences.
BRISBANE BOYS’ COLLEGE — ALISTER GOMERSALL
“I don’t think our cohort has experienced a schooling like any other.” – Captain Alister Gomersall.
I think you would struggle to find a grade at BBC in recent memory that has faced more change and challenge than the Class of 2020, the first cohort of Year 7 in high school, the first year of a new ATAR system, a global pandemic, six weeks of online Learning at Home.
It is quite a list. It’s been quite a journey, but what I find quite remarkable, is that despite that, despite the adversity and disappointment we might have faced I believe I can confidently say that not one of us, not even for a second, would consider trading our place with another school, with another year.
This year we’ve had it all stripped away, we’ve had challenge after challenge dropped in our hands but as we’ve seen more this year than ever, it’s one’s reaction to adversity, not the adversity itself, that determines how one’s story is written.
I firmly believe that this year, when we look back, will not be defined by the coronavirus itself, but will be defined by how a community of brothers fused together by years and years of shared experiences and memories – the 2020 BBC community – rose above the challenges and disappointments to write a story of resilience and unbreakable spirit, to write a story unlike any others.
CANTERBURY COLLEGE — GRACE HAMILTON
Canterbury College Year 12 student Grace Hamilton is one of the college’s high achievers for 2020 after being awarded a Bond University leadership scholarship to commence tertiary studies next year.
Grace accepted the offer to study a Bachelor of Journalism at Bond University along with a Language and Culture degree, where she intends to continue her school studies in French and add Spanish as well.
“After visiting the Bond University stand at the tertiary expo last year, and hearing about their international internships, I was very motivated to apply to study there,” Grace said.
“Visiting the campus, taking a tour and then talking with the academic staff was a great experience. The campus and facilities are amazing and I really liked how flexible the study programs are.”
Dean of Studies Rebecca Adamson said Bond University only offered a handful of scholarships each year to Australia’s best and brightest students.
“So we are very excited for Grace. She is a worthy recipient, chosen based on a list of merits, including academic ability, leadership skills, extensive community and extra-curricular involvement and her personal character.”
Grace was a Canterbury House Captain and Prefect in 2020, along with excelling in academic, service and co-curricular endeavours across her years of schooling at Canterbury.
In 2020, she was a member of Cantabile, Canterbury’s choir, played “Firsts” basketball, netball, where she was team captain, and volleyball and was a member of the TAS Athletics Senior Girls Team.
In a statement, Bond University said it received a large number of applications from students across the country and competition for these prestigious awards was exceptionally strong.
CLAIRVAUX MACKILLOP COLLEGE — UPPER MT GRAVATT
“2020 may have changed our plans for senior year, but it definitely didn’t change our motivation to make a difference and succeed” – school captains Brooke Anderson & Alexander Burovanov
This year started with a real sense of excitement. It was the beginning of a new decade and the opportunity to lead our College, along with the chance to celebrate all the milestones we’d been waiting for throughout our entire schooling. Everyone was looking forward to an amazing year!
With the emergence of COVID-19 however, visions of a ‘normal’ senior year quickly vanished. Suddenly freedoms that we’d taken for granted were gone, resulting in a real sense of uncertainty and nervousness.
We had never anticipated being leaders from a distance, but we seized the opportunity and did our best to keep our community spirit alive.
We were fortunate to return to school halfway through Term 2, prompting an immense feeling of relief and excitement. Simple events such as seeing our friends every day and even walking through the College became a happy and comforting experience.
2020 may have changed our plans for senior year, but it definitely didn’t change our motivation to make a difference and succeed. If anything, it taught us to think outside the box, be flexible with plans and be grateful for the simple things, knowing that the resilience we’ve learned will continue to help us in the future.
2020 will be memorable for many reasons (not just COVID) and has led to a strong and supportive bond among students. As seniors, we persevered, worked hard and made it to the finish line with a sense of gratitude and hope for the future.
We take this opportunity to wish all our fellow graduands of 2020 the best of good fortune.
GRACE LUTHERAN COLLEGE — ROTHWELL
“2020 did not give us what we expected, yet we as a school were able to rise above the setbacks.” – College captains Tiger Lily Chau, James Lee, Aidan Orsini, Teagan Methorst
When we first heard our names called on assembly, it was a humbling moment that gave us feelings of gratitude and pride.
From the first day, we had high hopes for the year to come, and firmly believed that the sky was the limit for our cohort.
As the year went on, we were faced with new challenges. With these setbacks came new opportunities for us as leaders to be involved in more aspects of school life. From creative planning for the inaugural Rothwell-hosted Grace Celebrates to the Year 12 Formal, we were able to voice the cohort’s thoughts on key events, giving the graduating class of 2020 a chance to shine.
With a lack of physical togetherness, online communication became a big part of our day-to-day lives. This allowed us to grow closer not only as a team, but as a cohort and as a college. With the ever-changing circumstances surrounding COVID, the need for looking out for the welfare of others became paramount for us as captains, and as a college.
If nothing else, this year has highlighted to us how we all need to band together in times of distress.
We had to find new ways to pass on these messages to our peers. And with this, we were able to form new traditions which brought us all together, like Friday Night Footy for the Year 12’s.
JOHN PAUL COLLEGE — MADISON WATSON
“I think having a year that is different to previous years is what will make it so memorable.” – Madison Watson
This year there was so much uncertainty for us Year Twelve students, from the formal being rescheduled several times, to online schooling, the change in internal assessments and external exams, it has all been extremely overwhelming.
Personally, for my Senior year, this isn’t exactly how I had planned nor envisioned it to be. However, the continuous online education period for six weeks was difficult, particularly with learning Year 12 content.
For me, I always like to attend tutorials to extend and solidify my knowledge, however throughout this period I was unable to do so. While it wasn’t suitable to have face-to-face tutorials, my teachers at JPC never failed to support me. Whether that be organising a team meeting, a forum chat, or asking a question over email – they were always there.
From this experience, I believe I have become a more resilient and stronger person. It was a great opportunity to get organised for the rest of the year, particularly with external assessments, and has taught me to stay positive in the face of adversity, looking to the amazing future that lies ahead of all Year 12 students.
JOHN PAUL COLLEGE — CONOR ARGUE
“If I was going to sum up 2020 in one word it would have to be ‘unprecedented’.” – Conor Argue
What my fellow Year 12’s and I had planned for our final year of school could not have been further from what this year actually threw our way.
From not knowing whether we were going to have a formal, a graduation or even be able to come back to school to be together one last time, COVID-19 really was a shock to the system.
But with all of the challenges that were brought upon us by online learning, also came opportunities. Opportunities to be innovative in our learning and accountable for our own study.
I strongly believe that the most growth I have experienced as a student in Year 12 has been because of the pandemic. I have learned how to be self-motivated, responsible and a independent learner without constant help from my teachers.
If anything, COVID-19 has helped me prepare for university and life in the real world, a world where I am held accountable and need to take initiative to be successful.
I am hoping to take all these valuable skills I have learned throughout my time at JPC with me to study Business in 2021. I am very excited to see where the future takes me.
INDOOROOPILLY STATE HIGH SCHOOL — STELLA EATON
The highly-regarded inner-west high school has two Dux — the top performer among tis International Baccalaureate students and the top performer under the ATAR system.
Stella Eaton is this year’s QCAA Dux and Rubin Wang is the 2020 IB Dux.
Stella: “Experiencing my senior year of high school during both the introduction of ATAR to
Queensland and the first pandemic in a century, I can genuinely say that 2020 has been a
year like no other.
“Winning Dux was such an amazing surprise and was such an incredible way of finishing what I found to be a really challenging year.
“Considering the struggle that involved completing several assessments during national lockdowns, I feel both immensely exhausted and proud of how I worked under extreme circumstances.
“I am not entirely sure about what I want to do in the future, but I am interested in languages and social sciences, such as the study of history, literature, and politics.
“I intend to pursue this within the fields of Law or International Relations at university, and I optimistically hope to travel sometime in the next decade — pandemic permitting.’’
INDOOROOPILLY STATE HIGH SCHOOL — RUBIN WANG
“I enjoyed chemistry the most but all the subjects in IB at Indooroopilly State High were fun.
“It has been a challenging two years but receiving this award has really made me forget about
all the difficulties I faced.
“It was the most perfect way to finish high school, and I will always remember this unforgettable moment.
“I wish I could say that Dux is the result of my hard work, but there was some luck in it. “Many others worked very hard during these two years, so this award doesn’t just reflect my own dedication, it should be shared between everyone in this IB cohort.
“I am planning on studying economics or engineering next year.’’
MACGREGOR STATE HIGH SCHOOL — KELLY WANG
“It was never easy but I never felt alone.”- Academic captain Kelly Wang
Through all the strife and turmoil, I always had support from my community, my cohort and myself.
I’m so lucky to say that the challenges, multitudinous as they were, fostered perseverance.
I’ve matured so much from 2020’s challenges. That’s the nature of growth—it’s subsequent to adversity. It’s been incredible to see the magnitude of not only my own personal growth but the growth of my community.
In that respect, I’m grateful to have had opportunities for enrichment and growth when I know that globally, 2020 has seen vast devastation that cannot be disregarded.
I’m thankful for my circumstances. I’m very fortunate that my 2020 experience bears some semblance to a “normal” senior year but I feel even luckier to have been able to shape new traditions.
Without dancing, we reinvented our school formal night. Without carnivals, we found alternative ways of bringing the community together. We did it all together.
I learned that the impact of unified student agency is extraordinary; against adversity, solidarity was our ally. Looking ahead, I believe that we can, we have and we will.
I am a 2020 senior. This is still my senior year. 2020 is only the prologue to my future.
The Australian National University is the scene for the next chapter of my life and I feel ready to learn through 2021 and beyond.
MACGREGOR STATE HIGH SCHOOL — JIANG PASS
“I think if you asked anyone they would agree; no one would choose to graduate this year.” – Cultural captain Jiang Pass
The year 2020 did not feel like I imagined it to feel. I pictured sporting and musical events and competitions, group photos and bittersweet rides home.
After each event, I would say “Wow, that’s the last time I’ll ever do that”, counting the number of days until final exams, and graduation. Instead, it felt rushed.
Refreshing news feeds, email inboxes, waiting for the next big event to be cancelled, sighing, “back to study, I guess”.
This year was not the year to graduate. And yet, here we are, against our will.
I think in this, is a lesson many people in my grade genuinely understand now.
We get dealt our cards, and life doesn’t care what they are.
Some people have it better, some people have it worse. We should be grateful for what we have, and make the most of the situation we find ourselves in.
Of course, we all knew this, and we’ve been told this many times in our life.
But knowing something, and feeling something, is different.
MACGREGOR STATE HIGH SCHOOL — ALICE IRAKOZE
“In all honesty, 2020 forced many of my peers and I to really consider what matters most to us.” – Academic captain Alice Irakoze
This year has been one of significant introspection and growth that has ultimately been a result of many changes that I’ve had to accept.
As Year 12s going through the same challenges we realised how important it was for us to connect and to work hard together to ensure we all crossed the finishing line.
This year we learned more than the concepts traditionally taught in school; we learned to appreciate time, to nurture relationships and to make moments matter because anything can change and despite how much we plan, not everything is certain.
Indeed, for some of us 2020 has not been the best year at all.
However, I believe that as long as we are committed to striving to fulfil our dreams and aspirations, nothing can stop us – not a new education system, not a global pandemic, and not online learning and its difficulties.
The resilience we all have developed is of a level I don’t think we ever thought we’d acquire – let alone need at all.
In regards to my own individual journey, as a result of the reflection and changes 2020 has inspired for me, contrary to what I thought I would pursue mere months ago, I hope to complete a double vertical degree with a Bachelors in Science and a Masters in Education.
MARIST COLLEGE ASHGROVE — JAMES CLARKE
“Reflecting on the year that was arises a feeling of pride for me and many others involved in our College community.” – School captain James Clarke
As the College Captain of 2020, I am extremely proud of the way the senior students have strived to maintain this sense of togetherness despite the challenges of online learning and the cancellation of major events such as sporting grand finals and cultural performances.
The senior leadership group focused on establishing a program called the ‘Brotherhood
Initiative’ which involved partnering a younger student with a Year 12 student during the
home learning period.
The boys would have weekly video conversations with the purpose of building relationships and creating a feeling of connectedness with the school.
We had a very positive response from the students and families and it proved beneficial for not only the younger boys but the senior leaders who felt a real sense of pride in supporting their peers.
This was a great initiative, developed by our seniors which recognised the importance of
mental health and wellbeing and the big difference, small gestures can make.
This initiative was one result of the many collective efforts from our college community and I will be forever grateful to have been a part of it.’’
MARSDEN STATE HIGH SCHOOL — LYVANTE SU’EMAI
“Despite the unfortunate events of COVID-19, never has the importance of a supportive community been more prevalent.” – School captain Lyvante Su’Emai
When envisioning our graduating year of High School, I could have never guessed it would belike this. Yes, we have been the cohort of many firsts – the first prep’s, year 7’s and the first grade to undergo ATAR – but a pandemic!? That was not on our predicted itinerary. Yet, personally, quarantine was hard, but I felt like it was necessary.
It challenged me to stay motivated despite the disruption to my learning environment/ routine. To be frank, I entertained the idea of skipping a few online classes to sleep in, but knowing that I shared the same situation as many others encouraged my persistence against adversity.
As a school, we were given so much support during our online learning which encouraged our growth as students.
Without the support of our families and school community, we wouldn’t have the opportunities that we have. I am very proud and grateful to be a part of the Class of 2020.
MORETON BAY BOYS’ COLLEGE — OLIVER FLETCHER
“Between COVID-19 and a change of schooling system in Queensland, the Class of 2020 has not had the easiest Senior year.” – Captain Oliver Fletcher
Returning to school in January alongside the cohort of 2020 to embark on our final year of studies at the College was a surreal experience.
At the time, no one knew of the difficulties our cohort, school or the world would face in the months ahead. What I have seen this year has been inspiring and reminded me of the supportive and nurturing environment Moreton Bay Boys’ College has created for its students.
As the reality of the pandemic took hold, staff truly went above and beyond to ensure every student remained engaged throughout their entire MBBC experience including online learning, assemblies, and chapels.
Even despite the challenges of 2020, the students of MBBC have achieved so much in their sporting, cultural and academic pursuits. To keep engaged with students, my fellow captains and I produced various videos, virtual speeches and fortnightly newsletters for the staff and students as well as holding small in-person social events once restrictions had eased.
For the rest of our lives we will be the class that graduated during a pandemic. I truly believe that every Senior across Australia should be proud of what they have achieved this year and take the lessons they have learnt from it to make the world a slightly better place.
MORETON BAY COLLEGE — TARA MCCARTHY
“Seniors have led with courage and hope and are undoubtedly future trailblazers, emerging stronger and more resilient.” – Captain Tara McCarthy
It has been an immense honour and privilege to see the bay community epitomise care, character, engagement and teamwork and truly thrive in a time of unprecedented change.
Aligning with our Senior legacy, Each Rebel Heart, Play Your Pink Part, the 2020 MBC College Captains launched the book Good Night Stories for Rebel Bay Girls, featuring MBC students and staff who have achieved a goal or overcome challenges.
To stay socially connected during online learning, leadership was reimagined; including virtual assemblies/chapels, meetings over teams, and the college captains innovating initiatives to align with our Hearts and Minds Wellbeing Framework.
As the first cohort to undertake Pre-Prep, Year 7 in high school and the new ATAR system, the 2020 Seniors have led with courage and hope and are undoubtedly future trailblazers, emerging stronger and more resilient.
MOUNT GRAVATT STATE HIGH SCHOOL – OSCAR CARMAN
This year Defence Force Recruiting introduced an inaugural ‘ADF Future Innovators Award’ in recognition of students’ science and mathematics abilities while highlighting the value the Defence Force places on STEM skills and career opportunities.
This award went to Year 12 graduate Oscar Carman.
Oscar is a 2020 UQ STEM ambassador and has been involved in activities as far ranging as providing STEM activities to primary school students, being involved in Science Week, organising STEM events and participating in STEM competitions.
In addition to his involvement in these activities, he manages to maintain very high grades in a STEM-heavy subject load including Math Methods, Biology, Chemistry, Design and Digital Solutions.
Oscar received the award and $550 by ADF.
Oscar has applied to the University of Queensland to study Computer Science.
MOUNT GRAVATT STATE HIGH SCHOOL – ANNA HAWKINS
The Long Tan Youth Leadership and Teamwork Award, sponsored by the Australian Defence Force, was awarded to Anna Hawkins who graduated Year 12.
Anna is a natural leader who always actively encourages others to work with her, rather than just follow her.
She possesses determination to achieve success not only in her own goals, but also in helping others achieve theirs.
She is an incredible listener and encourages others to share their point of view, with no judgment.
For the school community, she constantly makes the effort to talk to students across all years, especially if they appear to be alone or needing a friend.
Anna was awarded $550 by ADF.
Jeanette Hawkins, Anna’s mother said “Anna is aspiring to a degree in Medicine specialising in obstetrics or a double degree in Nursing and Midwifery.”
Anna has applied to a couple of universities including the University of Tasmania.
STUARTHOLME SCHOOL — MOLLY MCCANN
This Toowong girls’ school elects a valedictorian every year after a vote by students, who are asked to choose the person who would best represent the school.
Molly McCann, 18, has been a high achiever for years.
This year she was debating captain and came up with the idea of starting an intra-school competition after inter-school debates were stopped due to COVID-19.
She has been heavily involved in the school’s social justice work including Dandelion, a diabetes awareness project, and the STUcase rummage sale.
She is hoping to study maths and commerce at the University of Queensland with the aim of one day becoming an actuary (a person who analyses the financial consequences of risk using maths, statistics and financial theory) or filling a major corporate role.
IN HER OWN WORDS:
“We are a very close school and the seniors helped the younger students when they returned (from lockdown).’’ – Valedictorian Molly McCann
It was super disappointing to have so many events cancelled, like our last cross country run and our last sports carnival for Year 12s.
“But I loved learning from home. It really suited me and I was very efficient.
“The seniors returned before the younger kids came back so we prepared a welcome for them, making chalk drawings on the ground and we left them welcome post-it notes on their lockers.
“We had a school formal in the end as well, although there was no dancing of course, but we had a magician who was fantastic.
“Our Valedictory mass and ceremony were livestreamed so the parents of boarders and grandparents could still see it.
“We got through it all pretty well. I’m looking forward to doing a maths and commerce degree at the University of Queensland.
CLAYFIELD COLLEGE – HANNAH PHILLIPS AND ELOISE PLUMMER
This well-regarded inner-south girls’ school selected two Dux this year based on academic and other achievements.
This year’s Dux are Hannah Phillips and Eloise Plummer.
Hannah: “I received subject prizes for mathematical methods, physics, chemistry and Japanese in both Year 11 and Year 12.
“Furthermore, I have achieved 100 per cent (at time of publication) in both mathematical methods and Japanese.
“I hope to study a dual degree in engineering and computer science next year.’’
Eloise: “In order to achieve my best and continue receiving academic awards each semester, I studied hard with sometimes illogical methods, like shifting my sleep schedule in order to wake up at 4am to study.
“But this led to being top of my visual art and drama classes this year, as well as landing with over 90 per cent in all but one class, mathematical methods, which followed closely behind. “My artworks were also featured among others in the Queensland Creative Generation Excellence digital exhibition.
“This of course all wouldn’t have been possible though without a balance between my extra-curricular music groups, friendships and family, especially throughout the peculiarity of this year.’’
SUNNYBANK STATE HIGH SCHOOL – HASIB ZAINAL
Hasib Zainal is an exceptional member of our school community. Hasib leads by example and is a great role model and inspiration for his peers both academically, socially and personally.
Hasib has respect for his teachers and fellow students, and speaks with grateful appreciation of the assistance he has received from our school community.
Born in Iran, Hasib has spent most of his life in refugee camps where he did not have the opportunity to undertake any formal schooling. In August 2017, Hasib, knowing only limited English, arrived in Australia with his family.
Hasib entered his first year of formal schooling in March 2018 when he enrolled in Year 10 at Sunnybank State High School. He immediately took a liking to Maths and according to his teacher “is like a sponge with knowledge”.
Currently Hasib has earned an “A” in four subjects: Specialist Maths, Mathematical Methods, Physics and Chemistry.
He is actually top of the class in Mathematical Methods and in Specialist Maths he is not only the top student, but he is also currently sitting on 100 per cent prior to his external exam. (He is striving hard to achieve 100 per cent for the subject overall).
Additionally, Hasib was in the school soccer team that made the Metropolitan Regional Finals this year.
Hasib holds exceptional focus and determination to succeed. He would ultimately like to undertake a Bachelor of Engineering and Mathematics at university and is currently considering a gap year for 2021 as he is not eligible for tertiary support and needs to find a way to pay for university upfront.
Since the end of Year 12, Hasib has been working seven days a week to save for university.
We are extremely proud of Hasib’s achievements and believe his determination to achieve his very best, coupled with his ability to win the respect of his peers and teachers will ensure he has a very successful future.
QUEENSLAND ACADEMY FOR SCIENCE MATHEMATICS AND TECHNOLOGY — EWAN BEACH
“I am certain that the lessons 2020 has taught us and the personal accomplishments we have all made by pushing through, will stay with our individual characters and help us in our futures.’’
The extent to which 2020 tried to separate us was unprecedented, but, as a student leadership team, we worked to connect our QASMT community the best we could through all of the modes we had access to.
We found success in this, and it was great to see how, on our first day after lockdown, we were able to reconnect almost as if it was just the Monday after a weekend.
We owe just as much of this to the inclusive school environment and extensive facilities provided by our teachers and school administration.
Even if the wounds of the year are still quite fresh, I am certain that the lessons 2020 has taught us and the personal accomplishments we have all made by pushing through, will stay with our individual characters and help us in our futures.
All 2020 Year 12 students should be so proud of what we have achieved.
REDCLIFFE STATE HIGH SCHOOL – ANDREW ANDERSON
Andrew Anderson is the definition of the quiet achiever.
He has always been an academic student and he has always been a quiet student. But in his final year at Redcliffe State High School, Andrew’s academic star has risen and his results have been outstanding.
Not only was he awarded the Senior Dux. But the winner of the prestigious Robert Bird Scholarship for his results in Maths and the QUT Deans award -Engineering technology.
Andrew was successful in attaining the subject awards for: Chemistry, Engineering, Mathematical Methods, Physics and Specialist Mathematics.
Andrew is looking forward to furthering his studies in mathematics at university in 2021
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