Valedictory Dinner 2022
Vermont Secondary College
Valedictory Dinner for the Class of 2022
On November16th 2022, the Vermont community gathered at the Grand Hyatt in Melbourne to celebrate the achievements of the Class of 2022.
We are fortunate that at Vermont Secondary College, we attract a wide range of talent from across the area. The following students were recognised for their exemplary contribution and achievement across the school
Musician of the Year Kayleigh Smith | Performing Artist of the Year Ben Hamilton | Sportsperson of the Year Lachlan Shanks |
We also recognised the following students for their significant and outstanding contributions and achievements in the school co-curricular program.
Dramatic Arts Award winners
Nikhil Sampson, Isablela Yiin, Ella Reid, Keeley Zappia, Ben Hamilton Kayleigh Smith, Emma Nijk, Jay Nelson, Paisley Smith and Madeleine Davison. (Mika Clark not in attendance)
Sports Award winners
Chole Collins, Mitchell Deckert, Jesse Phillips, Isaac Mex, Zachary Port, Cassandra Bull, Kayla Cam, Shi Mun Fagan Chiew, Sasha Edwards, Mikayla Ho, Amelia Moore, Jasmine Nguyen, Vivian Phi, Ruth Wong, Jessica Zheng, Lachlan Brian, Chad Brown, Thomas Burdeu, Aidan Cousins, Jaxon Coghlan, Fletcher Cullen, Cooper Hodge, Hayden Landy, Aiden Lipski, Mathew McWilliams, Kalan Parker, Hayden Shields, Henry Smith, Thomas Williams, Jack Wilson and Abhi Kakaiya. Ty Grix
Students were then recognised for their academic excellence in their Year 12 studies. These awards are in recognition of their achievements in the classroom given by their classroom teacher.
Four Academic Excellence Awards: Keeley Zappia, Mitchell Volk, Jack Robinson, Ryan Choong, Jessinda Willis. (Felix Li and Christian Vourgoutzis not in attendance) | Five Academic Excellence Awards: Isabella Yiin, Natalie Vosinthavong, Nikith Kanduri, Timothy Brown, Caitlin Punithan | Six Academic Excellence Awards: Olivia Hendry, Juen Foh, Sasha Edwards |
Towards the end of the night, families saw their child walk on stage to graduate from Vermont Secondary College. These students achieved their VCE and the culmination of 13 years of schooling drew to a close. Proud parents were seen throughout the room as the community collectively celebrated their achievements.
Finally, the night finished off with the announcement of the three major award winners. This award comes with a generous scholarship component proudly donated by the Lions Club of South Vermont.
Student of the Year: Zachary Port Citizenship Award: Mandela Russell Best All Rounder: Beau Hesse |
Congratulations to the Class of 2022. We wish you all the best in your future endeavours.
Minhtu Nguyen and Laura Churcher – Program Managers