Aboriginal Education

Celebrating a Year of Achievement 

As we reach the end of another busy and successful year, it has been wonderful to celebrate the achievements of our First Nations students both at school and within the wider community. We are incredibly proud of the recognition they have received and the leadership, culture and commitment they continue to bring to Camden High School. 

At our annual Presentation Evening, several students were acknowledged for their excellence, including:

• Andy A (Year 9) – Academic Achievement Award
• Joannah W – Cultural Leadership Award
• Alexis T – First Nations All Rounder Award

In the broader community, three students were honoured at the Dharawal AECG Aboriginal Student Achievement Awards, representing our school with pride. 

• Amelia S – Numeracy Award Nominee 

• A proud Dharug student from Dyarubbin Country, Amelia has demonstrated exceptional numeracy skills since starting high school. Her strong mathematical understanding, love of learning and confidence in problem-solving have led to high achievement, including an A grade in Mathematics and strong NAPLAN results. Amelia enriches her learning through DEADLY Study Sessions, STEM programs and robotics, and is widely recognised as a dedicated learner and cultural leader. 

• Jonah – DEADLY Award Recipient 

• A proud Kamilaroi student, Jonah has embraced Year 7 with determination and cultural pride. He has shown resilience in overcoming challenges with language, literacy and attention, making excellent progress across his learning. His calm work ethic, enthusiasm and willingness to support others shine in both the classroom and cultural programs. Jonah is an active participant in workshops, dance, Pathways to Dreaming and Reconciliation Week activities—earning him well-deserved recognition for his growth, perseverance and leadership. 

• Renee – Courage, Culture and Commitment Award 

• Renee is a dedicated young Aboriginal woman known for her strength, cultural pride and academic commitment. After sustaining a serious sporting injury, she displayed remarkable resilience, turning her focus to leadership, cultural engagement and academic excellence. Renee contributes significantly to cultural workshops, NAIDOC and Reconciliation Week events, delivers Acknowledgements with confidence, and participates in dance and on-Country experiences. She is also a high-achieving student and GO Foundation scholar who continues to inspire her peers. 

We also congratulate Alexis T and Amelia S for submitting beautiful artworks into the AECG Art Competition. 

GO Foundation Scholars

We are proud to announce our newly selected GO Foundation Scholars for 2026. Following a rigorous and competitive application process, these students have been recognised for their commitment to learning, their drive to achieve and the aspirations they hold for their futures.  

• Alex H, Alexis T, Georgie M, Katie W and Liam W of Year 9 
• Makayla K, Ruby P and Ruby W of Year 11. 

Becoming GO Scholars is a significant achievement, and we look forward to supporting them throughout their partnership with the GO Foundation as they continue to grow as learners, leaders and proud young Aboriginal people. 

As we celebrate these achievements, we look forward to continuing our work in strengthening culture, leadership and success for our First Nations students in 2025.