A number of relieved expressions adorned the faces of Denison College Kelso High Campus graduates yesterday as they received their Higher School Certificate [HSC] results.
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The graduates were satisfied with their results across the board, and expressed many sighs of relief that a challenging year was finally at an end.
Josie Geerkens was pleased to wake up to the news that she had received three Band 6's in advanced English, extension 2 English and visual arts.
"It's nice that all the studying paid off," Josie said.
Alivia Bourke expressed delight at her Band 6 in textiles, as she intends to pursue a career in the field.
"I'm attending the Whitehouse Institute of Design in Sydney next year, so I'm glad my textiles result stood out," Alivia said.
Isaac Connor had to battle through a hospital stay throughout the HSC period, but was still happy with his end result.
"I managed a Band 5 in legal studies so considering the circumstances, I'll take that as a win," Isaac said.
Kathleen Murphy, who scored a Band 5 in advanced English, attributed her success to a prolonged effort throughout her later school years.
"You can't bomb Year 10 and 11 and expect to ace Year 12, it requires a consistent amount of work," Kathleen said.
For both Lucy Butler and Bridget Annand, their early acceptance into university was the bigger achievement.
"I decided not to look at my results, as I'm already off to the University of Newcastle to study architecture," Lucy said.
"I'm excited to start my civil engineering degree at Charles Sturt University," Bridget added.
Kelso High Campus principal Stephanie Scott was pleased with the school's solid efforts in the HSC.
"As well as Josie and Alivia, Matthew Bignell picked up a Band 6 in extension 2 maths, and there were some pleasing results in advanced English, visual arts, music and community and family services," Ms Scott said.
"In addition, there were over 40 students who received early entry into university, and other students have picked up apprenticeships as a result of their work placements."
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