Mater Christi College has proudly announced the outstanding achievements of its 2024 Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) cohort – celebrating a year of academic excellence and personal growth.
This year, the College saw remarkable success, with twelve per cent of students achieving an ATAR over 90, and twenty per cent of students attaining an ATAR over 80.
A total of 22 per cent of students achieved study scores of 35 or higher, and two students earned perfect scores of 50 in individual subjects.
Additionally, 66 per cent of all subjects had a median score above the state average, with the overall median score across all subjects standing at 31.5.
VCE English saw an impressive median score of 33.6. In another achievement, all students enrolled in the VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM) program graduated, successfully completing their VET studies.
Among the standout students is Jen MacDonald, who earned an exceptional ATAR of 99.65, including two perfect scores of 50 in Business Management and Health and Human Development.
Jen’s achievements have earned her the title of College Dux for 2024 – setting a high bar for future students.
Other high-achieving students include Disha Adeshara, Sienna O’Connor, Alice Zhu, Sasha Neilson, Mitali De Zoysa, Natasha Kindler, Brianna Sinclair, Monique Enriquez, and Gemma Przychodzki, all of whom achieved ATARs above 90.
These students exemplify the benefits of an all-girls education at Mater Christi College, where academic excellence is supported by a nurturing environment.
While the ATAR is an important milestone for students aspiring to pursue higher education, Mater Christi College reminds all Year 12 students that success is not defined solely by a score.
The school principal Maria Haggett, is encouraging students whose ATARs didn’t meet expectations to explore the various pathways to success available to them.
“The personal and academic growth you’ve achieved this year will serve you well in the future,” Ms Haggett said.
In addition to the strong ATAR results, the College also celebrated the success of its VCE VM students, all of whom completed their VET studies and graduated.
These students demonstrated significant commitment to their studies and future goals, proving that there are many ways to achieve success beyond the traditional academic pathway.
Ms Haggett also took the opportunity to thank the families and teaching staff who have been integral to this year’s success.
“The strength and support of our Year 12 cohort is a true reflection of the Good Samaritan spirit that defines our College community,” she said.
Special recognition was given to Emma Costello, the VCE VM Dux, who showed exceptional dedication to her studies.
The College’s teaching staff were also acknowledged for their tireless commitment to providing the best learning opportunities for students, which is reflected in the impressive results achieved across the cohort.
As the Class of 2024 gets ready to take the next step in their educational journeys, Ms Haggett said she’s confident the students are well-prepared for the challenges that lie ahead.
“I’m proud to see them embarking on a range of tertiary pathways, ready to make their mark on the world,” she said.
