Congratulations Charlie!! 

Recently travelling with Assistant Principal Mr Pulver to Government House in Sydney, Charlie received the New South Wales Youth Community Service Award.

Awarded by the NSW Branch of the Order of Australia Association, this annual award recognises NSW Senior High School students who have shown commendable service to their communities.

Charlie's service to the community is especially noteworthy for:

• Environmental sustainability, social justice, youth leadership and exceptional commitment to service and community.
• Environmental awareness.
• Practical climate action and advocacy through his involvement with: 

- Erin Earth, where he has volunteered in gardening, native propagation and community events.

- Kildare Catholic College, where he has led a recycling initiative supporting sustainability and charity and has encouraged students and other schools to develop climate action plans.

Charlie has been recognised for:

• House Leadership where he fostered belonging, participation and service within the school and support charity fundraisers, school masses and community days with dedication.
• Commitment to justice as is reflected in his interest in law and fairness.
• Thoughtful understanding to climate, agriculture, and community impact.
• Leadership extending across sport, the arts, academic achievement, and service.
• School representation demonstrating maturity, confidence, and integrity.
• Service with initiative, compassion, and a genuine commitment to others.
• Contribution reflecting the highest ideals of service, leadership, and community responsibility.

We are super proud of Charlie and all his efforts and achievements in these areas within our Kildare Catholic College community as well as within the wider community!

Image 1 & 2 taken by Carlos Velasco.