Merit certificates were presented

Merit certificates were presented to students of Brisbane Water Secondary College at a traditional academic assembly on Wednesday, August 2.

The assembly celebrated the achievements of students for their "excellent performance across the curriculum in Semester 1 this year", according to relieving college principal Mr Gus Vrolyk.

The campus hosted 350 students, parents and supporters in the school hall for the ceremony.

Dignitaries included school education director for the Hunter-Central Coast, Mr Frank Potter, as well as a representative from Mr Jim Lloyd's office.

A number of speeches were made, including a speech by former student Mr Alex Beaton, who spoke on what it took to make a success.

Mr Vrolyk spoke about the need for high expectations and the need for commitment to achieve personal goals.

A number of students spoke about the core values of the college; commitment, respect and relationships and how these values formed the platform for successful development as a person, a student and a member of society.

Participants and guests were entertained by an item for the college's musical production, "A Funny Thing happened on the Way to the Forum " which is currently being performed.

Merit certificates were presented to students from Year 7 to Year 12 by Mr Potter, Umina campus principal Mr Frank Gasper and Woy Woy campus principal Mr David Beattie.

Mr Vrolyk said: "Both students and parents were proud and pleased, with many commenting that the recognition and valuing shown by the college was much appreciated."

Press release, August 2 Gus Vrolyk, Brisbane Water Secondary College