On Tuesday 5th December, St Mary of the Angels held their end of year Presentation evening. Thank you to everyone who attended our presentation and joining us in celebrating the success of our students. Thank you to all our sponsors and special guests. Your presence added a special touch to the occasion, and we appreciate your support.

Your attendance not only contributed to the festive atmosphere but also underscored the sense of community we value. We are grateful for your time and effort in being part of this event.

Your encouragement is a powerful motivator for both students and educators alike as we continue our pursuit of excellence in education. Thank you for celebrating with us, and we look forward to sharing more successes in 2024. Please read below to view the award recipients.

Transition Class Awards.

Kindergarten Class Awards.

Year 1 Class Awards.

Year 2 Class Awards.

Year 3 Class Awards.

Year 4 Class Awards.

Year 5 Class Awards.

Year 6 Class Awards.

Upcoming School Leaders for 2024.

Winning House - McAuley.

St Vincent de Paul social Justice Award. Received by Catherine Furphy.

Armidale Regional Council Citizenship Award - Received by Baxter Clark.

Cath Lockyer Literacy Award - Received by Ricky-Jay Foster.

Sharon Wittig All Rounder Award - Received by Elle Bavea.

CWA Evening Branch Living Well, Learning Well Award - Received by George Hope.

COSTA Jnr Leadership Award - Received by Penelope McLennan.

COSTA Snr Leadership Award - Received by Brianna Marshall.

Molly McKervey Creative Arts Award - Received by Isabella Hayes.

Catholic Women's League Pastoral Care Award - Received by Kirby Nugent.

Ramage Engineering Science and Technology Award - Received by James Neill.

Sportsperson of the year Award - Received by Flynn McFarlane.

During the 2023 school year, Flynn has represented St Mary of the Angels, Guyra at a wide range of sports and sporting events across all levels, including school, Diocesan, Polding and State level.

Flynn’s achievements this year commenced with being awarded the Junior Boy Champion at the school Swimming Carnival. This then saw him represent our school at the Diocesan Carnival in Gunnedah.

Here, Flynn competed in the Ten-Year-Old's Freestyle and Backstroke events, where he received 2nd overall for both.

This achievement saw Flynn qualify and able to attend the Polding event at the Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre where he placed 4th in his heats for both Freestyle and Backstroke and 12th overall for his age group.

On the running track, Flynn shines as an incredible athlete. He was the Ten-Year-Old Boys Champion at the School Cross Country Carnival, earning him his rightful place at the Diocesan Carnival in Barraba.

Flynn was 4th in his age division which again saw him represent our school and the Armidale Diocese at Polding at the Sydney Equestrian Centre. Not only did Flynn receive a fantastic result of 6th overall in his age division but he was also a part of the Ten-Year-Old Boys Best Regional team. Flynn again returned to Sydney to compete in the NSW PSSA State Carnival where he earned a very respectable 56th in the state of New South Wales.

Following Flynn’s success in Cross Country, he became the Junior Boys Runner Up Age Champion at St Mary of the Angels for Athletics. He competed in the Diocesan Carnival in Tamworth, walking away with 1st place in the 800 meters, 3rd in the 200 meters and 1st place in the 1500 meters for which he set the Diocesan record.

In addition to Flynn’s incredible achievements on the day, he was awarded the overall Junior Boy Champion Runner-up. After this significant achievement, Flynn again returned to Sydney to compete in the Athletics Polding events, where he placed 5th overall in the 800 meters, 6th overall in the 1500 meters, and 8th overall in the 200 meters.

Flynn has also represented our school in a wide range of Diocesan Gala and Trail Days. Flynn has been an excellent representative of our school and Dioceses and has demonstrated that he is a dedicated and hard working individual.

With Flynn already having a long list of accolades at such a young age it is no doubt that he will continue to compete at such levels with the immense support of his family and school community. Congratulations on all your achievements this year Flynn.

ADIG Mathematics Award - Received by James Neill.

DUX for 2023 - Received by Brianna Marshall.

Academic Excellence Award 2023 Brianna Marshall

Brianna is an extraordinary student who not only puts her heart into achieving academically but also places a strong emphasis on supporting others within the school community. She consistently embodies the Catholic ethos of St Mary of the Angels, Guyra, by going above and beyond to help those in need. Whether it's offering her time and assistance to fellow students, actively participating in local community events, or representing the school as a Year 6 School Leader.

Brianna's dedication to fostering a sense of community and support is truly exceptional. Brianna was voted by her peers to be the President of the Mini Vinnies Committee in 2023 and has displayed exceptional leadership and patrol care skills in her role.

Throughout the 2023 School Year, Brianna has achieved outstanding accomplishments in all areas of school life including the following:

Top performing Year 6 student in the 2023 Australian Mathematics Competition.

Receiving a Distinction Award in the 2023 Armidale Diocesan Year 6 Religion Test.

Achieving a PAT Maths Assessment Result that was highest of all St Mary of the Angels Year 6 students in 2023.

Achieving high standards of work and assessment grades across all Key Learning Areas.

Participating in the Prime Minister's Spelling Bee.

Awarded Senior Girl Runner Up Champion at the school Swimming Carnival Representing the school at Diocesan level for Swimming and Athletics

Performing a lead role in the School Play 'School of Rock' for the Creative Arts Evening 2023.

Hosting School Assemblies and events

Representing our school as Year 6 School Leader at local community events and other important School Ceremonies.

President of St Mary of the Angels Mini Vinnies.

Participation in the 2023 GRIP Leadership Conference

Brianna's commitment to both academic excellence and the well-being of her peers makes Brianna an exceptionally worthy recipient of the highly prestigious Academic Achievement Award at St Mary of the Angels Primary School.

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