More than 76,000 students received their Higher School Certificate results last month and Minister for Education, Sarah Mitchell, says they should all feel so proud of what they have achieved, “succeeding despite the challenges of a global pandemic”.
She says the overall results are on par with previous years.
“Everything our latest graduates have accomplished over the past two years will hold them in good stead for their next chapter, whether they are looking to go to university or start training or work,” Ms Mitchell said.
“This year, despite the challenges, results across the performance bands remained consistent with previous years, including the number of students who achieved in the highest bands.
“Congratulations and all the best for your futures.”
There were 1,476 students recognised on the ‘All Round Achievers’ list, for results in the highest possible band across 10 units of study, while 786 students were featured on the Top Achievers list for earning one of the top places and a result in the highest band, and 17,820 students receiving at least one band six to be recognised on the ‘Distinguished Achievers’ list.
Ms Mitchell said to see students come out of the HSC with the results they worked so hard for was fantastic.
“I also want to remind students that if you didn’t receive the results you wanted, there are still countless pathways available to help you achieve your goals,” she said.
“Thank you to our incredible school staff and communities, including exam staff, families and friends, who supported our HSC students this year and helped to keep our schools and exams safe.
“In particular, thank you to our dedicated and resourceful teachers who kept HSC students learning, motivated and engaged throughout the lockdown period.
“I know these results are just as meaningful to those who supported our students as they are to the young people who have achieved them.”