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2015 HSC RESULTS

ASPIRATION TO ACHIEVEMENT.

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20%

20% OF STUDENTS ACHIEVED AN ATAR HIGHER THAN 90

TOP BAND STATISTICS2015 HSC RESULTS

39% OF STUDENTS MADE THE DISTINGUISHED ACHIEVERS LIST

FOR ACHIEVING A BAND 6/E4 AWARD

ARDEN RANKED 10TH SCHOOL IN NSW OUT OF THE INDEPENDENT

CO-EDUCATIONAL SCHOOLS

86%

86% OF STUDENTS ACHIEVED A BAND 5/E3

OR BAND 6/E4 IN AT LEAST ONE SUBJECT

87%

87% OF ARDEN’S 31 ON-CAMPUS COURSE

RESULTS WERE ABOVE THE STATE MEAN

89% OF STUDENTS ACHIEVED AT LEAST ONE BAND 5, BAND 6, OR EQUIVALENT AWARD

98.80

ARDEN’S HIGHEST ATAR

Ancient History 60 / 40

Biology 53 / 47

Business Studies 52 / 48

Chemistry 41 / 59

Community and Family Studies 27 / 73

Drama 21 / 79

Earth and Environmental Studies 0 / 100

Engineering Studies 25 / 75

English (Advanced) 52 / 48

English Extension 1 0 / 100

English Extension 2 0 / 100

Food Technology 60 / 40

French Continuers 50 / 50

Geography 19 / 81

Industrial Technology 20 / 80

Legal Studies 11 / 89

Mathematics General 2 52 / 48

Mathematics 46 / 54

Mathematics Extension 1 21 / 79

Mathematics Extension 2 0 / 100

Modern History 47 / 53

History Extension 10 / 90

Music 1 0 / 100

Music 2 0 / 100

Senior Science 54 / 46

Studies of Religion 1 0 / 100

Visual Arts 12 / 88

bands 1 — 4 (%) * / bands 5 &6 (%) **

* Result for students achieving a Band 1 – 4 award or an equivalent award (E1 – E2 in Extension subjects).** Result for students achieving a Band 5 or Band 6 award or an equivalent award (E3 and E4 in Extension subjects).

75%

75% OF ARDEN’S COURSES ACHIEVED A TOP BAND RESULT (BAND 6/E4)

48% OF STUDENTS ACHIEVED AN ATAR HIGHER THAN 80

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“OUR STUDENTS DEMONSTRATED HARD WORK AND DETERMINATION AND HAVE BEEN SUPPORTED

AT ALL TIMES BY THEIR DEDICATED TEACHERS AS WELL AS THEIR PARENTS AND CARERS.”

Congratulations to our Class of 2015. I am very proud of their significant individual achievements, but I would also like to congratulate them on the genuine spirit of collegiality exhibited amongst the peer group. Our students demonstrated hard work and determination and they were supported at all times by their dedicated teachers as well as their parents and carers. It does indeed take a village to raise a child.

Arden has a strong tradition of achieving solid Higher School Certificate results and a commitment to pursuing academic excellence. This brochure highlights the academic performance of our Class of 2015 and shares some of the stories behind these pleasing results. You will notice that our students strived to find balance during their HSC year and enjoyed participating in all areas of school life.

The ATARs our students achieved were most conducive for tertiary entrance, with 93% of Arden students receiving offers of degree places in tertiary courses through the Universities Admission Centre. It was exciting to see a number of students receive early entry offers to university courses and scholarships this year—a pleasing aspect of a more competitive tertiary sector.

I would especially like to thank our teachers for their enthusiasm, dedication and care. Our students have been encouraged to aim for their personal best, shown how to develop curiosity, creativity and critical thinking in their studies, and inspired to think about the positive and practical difference they can make in their community.

The Arden learning journey deliberately focuses on preparing our students for life after school and I am confident that these graduates are ready to make the transition to further study or work. They have also received an education grounded in the Christian faith, with a focus on compassionate, courageous service to others.

Well done Class of 2015. We look forward to hearing news of your continuing learning adventure and the powerful and positive impact you will individually make in our world.

Mr Graham Anderson Principal

MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL


The accessibility of teachers at Arden was highlighted by Ryan Atkins. “Their willingness, approachability and genuine care ensured that I was fully prepared for assessments and for the HSC exams,” he said.

For Samantha Wiltshire and Kevin Yu, it was the knowledge and enthusiasm of their teachers that made all the difference. “The biggest joy for me was seeing my teachers being extremely passionate and engrossed in their subjects,” said Samantha.

“The teachers at Arden continually pushed me to reach my potential, while encouraging me when I needed it the most,” said Kevin. “Their knowledge and passion for their subjects was infectious and they brought an energy and enthusiasm that fosters excellence in students.”

Students also appreciated how their teachers had prepared them for the future.

“My teachers showed me that dedication and hard work definitely pays off. They also taught me how to manage my time well, how to work in small groups and as part of larger groups,” said Elise Webb. Ryan Atkins felt that his teachers had taught him to be curious and questioning, to be independent in his own learning journey and to see the value of teamwork. “I learnt to explore outside my comfort zone and to back myself when a particular task seemed difficult,” he said.

Our HSC students consistently reported that their dedicated teachers played a critical role in their success, highlighting the wholistic care they experienced and the genuine passion teachers had for their subject areas.

“The teachers were very helpful; caring not only about our academic results but also our emotional, mental and spiritual welfare,” said Rebekah Bradshaw.

Sebastian Madden agreed. “Teachers were always actively involved with our work … from pastoral care and setting goals, to having a friendly chat each lesson to make sure we were all coping well throughout the HSC,” he said. “The teachers at Arden instil confidence within each student by motivating them and building a sense of belief in their own potential.”

“My teachers have modelled to me

through their actions and teaching style

what sort of an adult I myself would like

to become.”

KATE NICHOLLS 2015 YEAR 12 STUDENT

DEDICATED TEACHERS MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE

“My teachers have prepared me for life after school by instilling in me a love of learning and by teaching me to always give my all to everything that I pursue.”

MATTHEW JIGALIN, 2015 YEAR 12 STUDENT


ARDEN’S TOP ACADEMIC ACHIEVERSstudents who achieved

top atar results

KEVIN YU98.8

KATE NICHOLLS97.95

SEBASTIAN MADDEN97.8

REBEKAH BRADSHAW97.0

RYAN ATKINS96.3

JEFFREY LAU95.3

HANNAH BRADSHAW94.35

CHRISTINE ANNIS-BROWN93.8

GEORGIA COTTIS93.6

VERONICA RUCKERT93.15

JACK LAVERCOMBE91.8

ELISE WEBB91.75

MATTHEW JIGALIN91.3

SIOBHAN KELLY91.3

RACHEL HUGHES90.85

ARDEN’S HSC HONOUR ROLL students who achieved band 6* results

* Result for students achieving a Band 6 or an equivalent award (E4 in Extension subjects). ** Students who studied Industrial Technology specialised in Multimedia Technologies.

*** Year 11 student in 2015.

BiologyKate Nicholls

Business StudiesGeorgia CottisSebastian Madden

ChemistryKevin Yu

Community and Family StudiesGrace MacphersonBrittany NewtonKate PattersonVeronica RuckertKaitlin Ryper

DramaRyan AtkinsKatie RijkeSean Seale

Earth and Environmental ScienceHannah BradshawRebekah BradshawJonathan Coy

English AdvancedHannah Bradshaw

English Extension 1Christine Annis-BrownRyan AtkinsHannah BradshawRachel HughesMatthew JigalinTahlia Kho

English Extension 2Ryan AtkinsMegan Giliam

Food TechnologySiobhan Kelly French ContinuersRebekah Bradshaw

GeographyKate NichollsElise WebbKevin Yu

Industrial Technology**Ryan AtkinsMatthew JigalinFraser MillsSean Seale

MathematicsRebekah BradshawJeffrey LauKate NichollsJunkuan Wang

Mathematics General 2Christine Annis-BrownKate Patterson

Mathematics Extension 1Matthew JigalinJeffrey LauSebastian MaddenJennifer NamKate NichollsKevin Yu

Mathematics Extension 2Kevin Yu Modern HistoryChristine Annis-BrownHannah Bradshaw

Music 1Amelia JonesHannah BradshawRachel Hughes

Music 2Rebekah BradshawSebastian Madden

PDHPESiobhan KellyKate NichollsVeronica RuckertElise Webb

PhysicsJeffrey LauKevin Yu

Studies of Religion 1 Claira Benn***Nathan Carr***Emma Spirotosanto***Benedict Sung***

Visual ArtsJeffrey LauSamantha Wiltshire

ARDEN PERFORMS WELL COMPARED TO STATE AVERAGES

percentage of grade in top two bands (bands 5 & 6 combined)*

*Result for students achieving a Band 5 or Band 6 award or an equivalent award (E3 and E4 in Extension subjects). This table is only meaning ful for comparing School % with State % in each course. Comparisons between subjects and courses

are invalid because of different sizes of candidature and different percentages in Bands 5 and 6 awarded State-wide.

Note: One other student achieved an ATAR over 90 but preferred to remain anonymous.

Ancient History 40

33

Biology 47

28

Business Studies 48

36

Chemistry 58

41

Community and Family Studies 73

32

Drama 79

42

Earth and Environmental Studies 100

43

Engineering Studies 75

37

English Extension 1 100

94

English Extension 2 100

82

Food Technology 40

28

Geography 81

41

Industrial Technology 80

27

Legal Studies 89

40

Mathematics General 2 48

26

Mathematics Extension 2 100

86

Modern History 53

44

History Extension 90

78

Music 1 100

62

Music 2 100

88

PDHPE 35

30

Senior Science 46

28

Studies of Religion 1 100

50

Visual Arts 88

53

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Siobhan achieved an ATAR of 91.30. She will be studying a Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine and Master of Podiatry at Western Sydney University. She plans to work with athletes, focusing on biomechanics.

Siobhan’s passion for and participation in sporting activities led her to being awarded the Pierre De Coubertin Award in 2015. She was involved in Senior Touch Football, Senior Netball, the Hockey Championship Day, AICES Netball, Netball coaching, Touch Football refereeing and coaching, HZSA Triathlon, HZSA Athletics and AICES Athletics.

She also considers the completion of her Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (before Year 12) significant. “It has shaped me into becoming the person I am today,” she said.

In 2013 she won the Long Tan Youth Leadership and Teamwork Award.

Siobhan believes Arden has prepared her for the future. “I am well equipped to step out of high school and into university,” she said. “Arden has taught me to be confident, to believe in myself and to try new things.”

Her advice to future HSC students? “Relax and enjoy the ride. Even though it is the most important and stressful year, it is by far the best and most memorable.”

“Arden has been a wonderful

environment for me to complete not just

my HSC but my whole schooling journey

from Kindergarten onwards. In the Arden community we aren’t

just known by name—it really is

like a family.”

SIOBHAN KELLY

Kevin Yu is Arden’s 2015 Dux of the School. He also made the HSC All Rounders List and was placed first at Arden in Mathematics Extension 1 and 2, Physics and Chemistry. During his time at Arden, Kevin sought to be ‘well-rounded’, and he certainly achieved his goal. Kevin co-founded the Arden Science Club (“it was a joy to watch the group grow”), was the Stage Band pianist (achieving 8th Grade Piano AMEB), received the Arden Colours, and completed the Silver Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. He was also involved in Crusaders and the Social Justice Group. He achieved a High Distinction and a Bronze medal for the 2014 Australian Science Olympiad for Chemistry.

With an ATAR of 98.80, Kevin will be undertaking a double degree: a Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical)/Bachelor of Computer Science at the University of New South Wales.

His advice for other students is to be disciplined: “Stay on top of everything, revise regularly, develop good habits and aim to write fast, and neat. Befriend BOSTES. Study the rubric carefully and ask your teachers about how to address and understand those elements well.”

“I will miss the tight-knit Arden community … everyone is known and cared for,” said Kevin. “Arden surrounds students in an all-encompassing sense of growth and nurturing. I feel I have matured emotionally, spiritually, physically and intellectually through my time at Arden, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.”

SIOBHAN KELLY CONTINUES HER PASSION FOR SPORT

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HANNAH BRADSHAWatar: 94.35

Where to now?I will be studying a Bachelor of Arts at Sydney University, majoring in History and Art History. I then plan on completing a post-graduate degree in museum studies to become a museum curator.

Special achievementsComing first at Arden in History Extension and achieving full marks for my major work. I was also thrilled to appear on the All Rounders List.

Co-curricular activities Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Senior Vocal Ensemble and Stage Band.

Overall reflectionsArden always stressed the fact that we are all individuals with differing strengths. The care and support at Arden is something I will miss. Every member of staff knows you by name and takes a genuine interest in your wellbeing.

Advice for those still to finish school Work consistently—then you can have time off. Maximise study in groups and take breaks together. This will keep you motivated and positive.

KEVIN YU ENGINEERS HIS SUCCESS

STUDENT PROFILES

1ST

1ST AT ARDEN IN MATHEMATICS

EXTENSION 1 AND 2

1ST

1ST AT ARDEN IN CHEMISTRY

1ST

1ST AT ARDEN IN PHYSICS


With an ATAR of 97.95, Kate Nicholls is set to undertake a Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) at the University of New South Wales. Ultimately she wants to work in the healthcare industry.

Kate feels well prepared for further study. “I believe that the strong work ethic instilled in me as a student at Arden will prepare me well for university and into the future,” she said. “By always encouraging students to try their best, the school and the staff ensured that each student is prepared to reach their full potential after finishing school.”

Kate was ranked first at Arden in four HSC subjects: Mathematics, PDHPE, Geography and Biology. Her advice for those yet to finish school is to “fully use the support and resources available from the staff at Arden”.

Kate’s mum, Sue, said, “I have always been so grateful that both my children were able to thrive and prosper in such a caring and nurturing environment. The dedication and commitment of all the staff to every individual child is what I believe sets Arden apart. I couldn’t be more delighted with how Kate was supported and prepared for the HSC and her results are indicative of this.”

KATE NICHOLLS DREAMS OF WORKING IN HEALTHCARE

Elise Webb recommends that future HSC students consider early entry programs for university. She was accepted into the Global Leadership Entry Program at Macquarie University in June 2015 and will be undertaking a double degree: Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)/Bachelor of Human Sciences. Elise achieved an ATAR of 91.75 and hopes to work either as a psychologist or a physiotherapist in a sports-related field.

“Do your best and keep a balance in your life,” is another piece of advice that Elise has lived by. During her HSC year she was involved in Crusaders, SWAM (Students With a Mission), Social Justice Group, Dance and Catering Club.

Participating at all four of the HZSA carnivals (Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country and Triathlon) during her final year and becoming a Prefect and School Vice Captain are among Elise’s special achievements. She also competed at AICES and CIS Swimming and AICES Athletics.

“My time at Arden has helped me to develop many skills, such as organisation, working in a team and leadership. Arden gave me so many opportunities to be more than just my academic results and I always felt as though I was a person and not a number,” said Elise.

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REBEKAH BRADSHAWatar: 97.0

Special achievementsConsistent performance throughout high school and achieving success in other areas. In 2014 my Debating team reached the semi-finals. In 2015 I was runner-up in the Rostrum Voice of Youth State finals for public speaking. I was awarded a partial scholarship for a two month exchange to France with Southern Cross Cultural Exchange. I also won the Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Award in 2015.

Co-curricular activities Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Choir, Stage Band, Tech Crew, Debating and Public Speaking, Green Planterns and SWAM (Students With A Mission group).

Where to now?I’m enrolled in a Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts degree at Sydney University (majoring in Environmental Studies and French).

Overall reflectionsThe many co-curricular opportunities offered at Arden allowed me to take some time out from studying and get the HSC year into perspective.

ELISE WEBB SECURES EARLY ENTRY OPPORTUNITY AT UNIVERSITY

“By always encouraging students

to try their best, the school and staff ensured that each

student is prepared to reach their full

potential after finishing school.”

KATE NICHOLLS


Matthew started his time at Arden when he was enrolled in Pre-School in 2002. His parents, George and Helen, consider that his time at Arden has been a true “family, teacher and student partnership”.

Matthew is now ready to pursue his dreams—he has been offered a place in the prestigious Bachelor of Information Technology Co-operative Scholarship Program at the University of Technology Sydney. His ATAR was 91.3.

He achieved first place in the State in Industrial Technology—Multimedia Technologies. His Industrial Technology major work was selected for InTech and also for Shape 2015 (a new technology exhibition staged by BOSTES).

His very proud Industrial Technology teacher, Mr Kris Simak, said that, “Matthew continually redefined the boundaries between school student and professionally competent digital artist”. He believes that it was Matthew’s willingness to take calculated risks that ensured his success.

“He demonstrated great courage in the risks that he took with this project … weekly we would dream up crazy ideas that he could implement. He has a humble demeanour so he would continually ask questions and resourcefully built a strong repertoire of skills.”

Matthew was also on the Distinguished Achievers List for receiving a top band result in Mathematics Extension 1, English Extension 1 and Industrial Technology.

Like many of his peers, he achieved balance by also focusing on extracurricular activities. He was selected into the U19 Men’s New South Wales Volleyball Team, participated in the Stage Band, the Vocal Ensemble, Debating, Crusaders and Senior Basketball. He received the School Council Academic and Community Endeavour Award in Year 12.

“Arden has fulfilled our desire to have a school that supported and encouraged the values being taught at home,” said George and Helen. “We will be forever grateful for all that Arden and its staff have done for Matthew. The biggest influence on Matthew’s approach to learning were the dedicated teaching staff he was so fortunate to have throughout his time at Arden.”

“Matthew continually redefined the boundaries between school student and professionally competent digital artist.”

MR KRIS SIMAK, INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY TEACHER

MATTHEW JIGALIN DESIGNS HIS FUTURE IN

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY

MAJOR WORK SELECTED FOR INTECH 2016 AND SHAPE 2015

EXHIBITIONS

1ST

1ST AT ARDEN IN SOFTWARE DESIGN

AND DEVELOPMENT AND INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY

- MULTIMEDIA TECHNOLOGIES

60%

60% OF ENGLISH EXTENSION 1

STUDENTS ACHIEVED A BAND 6 RESULT

1ST

1ST IN THE STATE IN INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY -

MULTIMEDIA TECHNOLOGIES

AWARDED A PLACE IN THE PRESTIGIOUS

BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

CO-OPERATIVE SCHOLARSHIP

PROGRAM


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SAMANTHA WILTSHIREatar: 89.75

Overall reflectionsArden has instilled in me a positive attitude towards my studies and a genuine love of learning. Arden has taught me to have perseverance and a good work ethic. I will be forever grateful to Arden for helping me to challenge myself and reach my potential.

Where to now?I will be studying a double degree at the University of New South Wales—Bachelor of Fine Arts/Bachelor of Arts, majoring in History. I plan to work in the field of art history and also to be a practising artist.

Special achievementsCompletion of the Visual Arts/Intensive Studio Practice Course through the National Art School, awards for academic application, first at Arden in Visual Arts and Ancient History.

Co-curricular activitiesSecondary Vocal Ensemble, member of SWAM (Students With A Mission) and Green Planterns.

Advice for those still to finish school Do the things you are good at and passionate about.

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JAMES CASON

Where to now?I will be studying Construction Management at Western Sydney University and plan to work as a Project Construction Manager.

Special achievementsCompeting at school level and going to the CIS for Cross Country and the AICES for Athletics. Being a Prefect and running two fundraisers, leading Crusaders and being involved in the outdoor Hillary Challenge National Finals.

Co-curricular activities Crusaders and the Student Representative Council (SRC). I played Football, qualified for All Schools’ Triathlon and Touch Football and participated at levels beyond school carnivals for Swimming, Cross Country and Athletics.

Overall reflectionsOne of the most useful tasks that we did were the “mock-up” interviews, which gave us valuable interview practice. This has given me confidence for job interviews and helped me to obtain valuable practical skills.

RYAN ATKINS WELL PREPARED FOR THE FUTURE

100%

100% OF ENGLISH EXTENSION 2 STUDENTS

ACHIEVED A BAND 6 RESULT

“Our outstanding School Captain,

Ryan Atkins, managed to balance his

commitments, lead with integrity and

passion, and achieve exceptional results in all his subjects. Ryan’s

capacity to manage his time effectively and

work independently, seeking and acting upon feedback with

persistence and determination has

allowed him to realise his goals. He graduates

from Arden as a 21st century lifelong

learner.”

MS SAMANTHA MCGOWAN HEAD OF DRAMA

7TH

7TH IN THE STATE IN DRAMA

SELECTED FOR

INTECH 2016

EXHIBITION

NOMINATED FOR

ONSTAGE

“Throughout my time at Arden I have discovered more about myself, learnt how to work in a team, how to lead, how to be independent, how to be humble and I learnt to enjoy learning and life, and for these reasons I feel prepared for my future.”

RYAN ATKINS

Ryan was selected for Macquarie University’s Global Leadership Entry Program to study Bachelor of Arts—Media. He achieved an ATAR of 96.30 and placed seventh in the State for HSC Drama, receiving OnSTAGE nominations for both his HSC Drama solo and group performances. Ryan’s Industrial Technology—Multimedia major project was chosen to be displayed in the 2016 InTech exhibition.

Ryan’s many special achievements include his role as a School Captain, coordinating numerous fundraisers and being part of the team which represented Arden in the Theatresports Schools Challenge Grand Final, placing third.

“Ryan’s teachers have encouraged and guided him and allowed him to develop his passion and love of the creative arts,” said Ryan’s parents, John and Suzanne. “They have fostered a love for learning and encouraged him to strive to do his best. We wish to sincerely thank all his teachers for their dedication, guidance and encouragement in nurturing him from the young, reserved 12 year old boy to the confident 18 year old young man he is today. He has a positive and optimistic outlook for the challenges ahead.”

100% IN ENGLISH EXTENSION 2 MAJOR WORK


“Music allowed me to maintain a healthy balance through practising and performing.”

SEBASTIAN MADDEN

Christine will be studying Communications (Public Communications) at the University of Technology Sydney, having achieved an ATAR of 93.8. She plans to enjoy a career in advertising or the film industry.

Christine was a School Captain and led the Prefect body, organising fundraisers and events. She achieved equal first place at Arden in English Advanced, and first place in English Extension 1, Legal Studies, Mathematics General 2 and Modern History. Christine also enjoyed representing Arden at the Theatresports School Challenge.

“I was offered advice and guidance about time management, as well as consistent extra help from teachers to understand the class content during my HSC,” said Christine. “I was encouraged to keep enjoying my co-curricular activities, which I can now see is what kept me motivated and interested throughout the year.”

CHRISTINE ANNIS-BROWN HAS AMBITIONS TO COMMUNICATE

SEBASTIAN MADDEN RECOGNISED FOR MUSIC SUCCESS

100%

100% OF MUSIC 2 STUDENTS ACHIEVED A

BAND 6 RESULT

Having achieved an ATAR of 97.80, Sebastian will be studying a Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation at the University of Technology Sydney.

“Arden has taught me to work hard, and provided me with a sense of confidence and belief in what I can achieve,” said Sebastian.

Sebastian was School Vice Captain, lead the Social Justice Group and was nominated for ENCORE. He was also part of the Secondary Stage Band and the Senior and CIS Cup Football team.

“As parents we always hoped for the best preparation in life for our children,” said Sebastian’s parents, Harris and An Dien. “The dedication and commitment of the Arden staff is extraordinary.”

“When the teachers say they ‘help each student develop in a supportive, loving environment’, it is something real. When they say they ‘respect each student as an individual’, it is how things actually are. The culture of the school is special and unique.”

NOMINATED FOR

ENCORE

1ST

1ST AT ARDEN IN BUSINESS STUDIES

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OLIVIA CASON

Where to now?I will be studying a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science at the University of Technology Sydney while continuing with my athletic career.

Special achievementsVice House Captain and Sports Prefect. Qualifying for the 2014 All Schools’ Athletics Championships and placing third in the 400m. Involved in the 2013 and 2014 Hillary Challenge National Finals. Organising the 2015 Girls’ Night In.

Co-curricular activities Athletics, Soccer and Crusaders.

Overall reflectionsArden has helped me strive to achieve my best, work to the best of my ability and to strive to reach goals that didn’t initially seem possible.

Advice for those still to finish school Never give up—all your efforts will pay off by the end. Start working hard early without burning yourself out.

“I was offered advice and guidance about time management,

as well as consistent extra help from

teachers to understand the class content during my HSC.”

CHRISTINE ANNIS-BROWN


POST SCHOOL DESTINATIONS OF THE CLASS OF 2015

Arden’s Class of 2015 has continued a tradition of aspiring to access tertiary education after completing secondary school.

As part of preparing our students for life beyond school, Arden’s Careers Adviser interviewed each student during the course of Year 12 to discuss their desired post school destination. The students were counselled about their plans and given guidance about the required documentation and how to prepare themselves to meet the necessary selection criteria. Many students applied for and were accepted for early offer entry schemes.

Offers of places93% (75) of Arden students surveyed received offers of degree places in tertiary courses through the Universities Admission Centre (UAC), with the remainder choosing University Preparation courses, Transition to Work programs, Apprenticeship and TAFE study. *

Majority of students gain entrance into preferred courses 64% of all 81 students surveyed were offered the exact post school destination that they had desired when interviewed. Some students changed their preferences after being interviewed.

72% (52) of the 72 students choosing Commonwealth Supported Places at public universities were offered their first choice of course, with most being accepted into their preferred university.

43% of the 72 students desiring entry into tertiary courses through UAC were offered places in courses despite having a lower ATAR rank than the published ATAR cut-off. In these cases a variety of bonus points and early offer schemes were operating. Universities are increasingly using these schemes as an alternative means of assessing potential success. Arden supports applications for these schemes which include subject specific performance, educational access for disability or disadvantage, local area catchment schemes, global leadership programs, Schools Recommendation Schemes (SRS), and elite athletes and performers consideration.

OFFERS TO STUDENTS BY UNIVERSITY, COURSE AND PUBLISHED COURSE ATAR CUT OFFS

88% public universities (71 students) 5% private universities (4 students) 2% university preparation or

diploma programs (2 students) 2% transition to work program (2 students) 1% tafe (1 student) 1% apprenticeship (1 student)

* Two students were not contactable. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding.

93% (75) of Arden students surveyed received offers of degree places in tertiary courses through the Universities Admission Centre (UAC).

UAC University Number of students Course offered and ATAR cut off

Macquarie University 30

B Marketing & Media 95.3B Psychology (Hons)/B Human Sciences 94B Arts Media 85 (2 students)B Environment 84BA Psychology/B Education (Primary) 83 (2 students)B Speech Hearing Language Sciences 83B Business Administration 81 (2 students)B Commerce 80 (5 students)B Engineering (Hons) 80 (2 students)B Biodiversity & Conservation 80B Engineering (Hons)/B Arts 80B International Studies 80B Planning 78B Social Science 77B Information Technology – Games Design & Development 77B Education (Early Childhood & Primary) 75B Science 75 B Arts 75 (2 students)B Information Technology 75B Teaching (Early Child Education) 75 (2 students)

Western Sydney University 11

B Podiatric Medicine 87B Construction Management 85 (2 students)B Criminology 77.35B Science (Environmental Science) 73B Arts 72.85B Communication 71.45B Business (Property) 70B Business (Sport Management) 70B Social Science 55Dip Information & Computer Technology 55

University of Technology Sydney 10

B Information Technology Cadet/Scholarship >90 plus application B Business/B Science Information Technology 93B Science Information Technology/B Creative Intelligence & Innovation 88.45B Sport & Exercise Science 86.55B Business/B Creative Intelligence & Innovation 96.15B Landscape Architecture 84.75B Communications (Public Communication) 80.65 (2 students)B Sport & Exercise Management 80.1B Nursing 80

University of Sydney 9

B Science (Advanced) 95B Animal & Veterinary Bioscience 85B Science/B Arts 83B Science 83B Arts 82.5 (3 students) B Liberal Arts & Science 70 (2 students)

University of New South Wales 7

B Commerce/B Economics 96.5B Advanced Science (Hons) 95B Engineering (Hons)/B Arts or B Science 91B Engineering (Hons) Flexible First Year 91B Science/B Education (Secondary) 85B Arts 81B Fine Arts/B Arts 81

Australian Catholic University 4

B Physiotherapy 98.15B Nursing 69.95B Exercise Science/B Business Administration 58.5B Social Work 58.5

International College of Management Sydney 2 B Hospitality Management (2 students) direct application

Hotel School Sydney, Southern Cross University 1 B Business in Hotel Management direct application

Canberra University 1 B Environmental Science 60

Notre Dame University 1 Nursing Foundation direct application

SAE Institute Australia 1 B Audio (Studio) direct application

OFFERS OF PLACES


Many teachers noted the encouragement the students had given each other throughout their HSC year.

“We’ve had fantastic results for individual students and also a positive result for the cohort as a whole—a result of students working together,” said Mr Joshua Harnwell, Director of Teaching and Learning. “The strong results highlight the mature approach that students have had to their learning—being concerned with their own progress, but also with the progress of others in their class.”

Mrs Lisa Neale, English Extension 2 teacher, described the group as mature and cheerful. “They collaborated well and were always keen to encourage each other to do well,” she said.

She was particularly proud of the effort many had put into their studies.

“I am very proud of a number of my students who, while they did not necessarily score the highest marks in the year group, were delighted with their final results because they knew that these results reflected a steady improvement over a long period of hard work and determination to achieve at their best,” she said.

Mr Simon Przydacz, Head of Senior School, noted that the Class of 2015 had shown a breadth of leadership and should be commended for their engagement, inclusiveness and in particular, their creativity.

“The ability to think, learn, communicate, write, design and problem solve creatively has impressed me the most about this year group. This augurs well for them as they enter an increasingly global world,” he said. “As students leave Arden they go into a workforce and world which is dynamic and in many ways uncertain due to the rapid pace of change.”

“There are a plethora of individual, subject and statistical highlights from the HSC and ATAR results which make me extremely proud. However, the major highlight for

me has been the sheer number of students who received early entry offers to university courses and scholarships.The fact that strong ATARs in our students are valued as highly as leadership, co-curricular involvement, service and personal characteristics, values and strengths, is a strong endorsement of the richly diverse education our students experience at Arden.”

A partnership between students, staff and parents as well as the hard work and determination shown by individuals, all contributed to this year’s pleasing HSC results. Mrs Kathryn McDonald, Acting Head of English, summed up the Class of 2015 as “talented, clever and passionate”.

“The Class of 2015 were dynamic, creative,

compassionate learners.”

MR SIMON PRZYDACZ HEAD OF SENIOR SCHOOL

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2015

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