14 Dec 2018
In 2017 Murrumburrah High School introduced a new positive level system to reward our students and to encourage everybody to be positive citizens of the school. There are currently three levels students can move though after the base green everyone starts on. Students are awarded merits digitally through our Sentral Wellbeing System which put them at Blue (50 merits), Purple (100 merits) and Platinum (200 merits).
This year two students have achieved enough merits to move to the highest level - Platinum. Students who achieve Platinum have been awarded merits from their teachers and have completed an application form where they were required to demonstrate their suitability for the award. This application was judged by the executive and as a result they received a certificate and a rewards voucher at the assembly today. Further recognition of their achievement will follow.
It was my great pleasure to announce Riley Southwell in Year 11 and Jordan Phelan in Year 9 were the first two students to get to the prestigious Platinum level at Murrumburrah High School.
Riley Southwell has been a student at MHS for 5 years. During this time she has been a diligent student, applying herself to all learning opportunities enthusiastically. A talented dancer, artist and singer, Riley has represented the school on occasions showcasing her talents and has also worked with younger students in vocal and dance groups here at school. She was a keen participant in our extension art workshops this year, entering her artworks successfully into local art exhibitions. She was a member of the debating team and helped to organise aspects of major events such as Paddock to Plate. As a senior student Riley has been a model for other students with very high attendance and a consistently responsible approach to her learning. Riley was a willing participant in academic activities such the 2018 writing workshop and the Shakespeare excursion to Sydney. She presents herself at all times in a mature and responsible way.
Similarly, Jordan has been at MHS for 3 years. He is a diligent and determined student who always gives his best to everything he turns his hand to. His favourite subject is Metalwork, and when he can’t be found in the playground you can always bet he will there working on projects and helping other students out. Jordan is always responsible and respectful to his peers and teachers. He has really demonstrated his citizenship and his applicability for this award through his work in Farm Club and on the show team. His contribution to both of these areas, and in our biannual Paddock to Plate events have been excellent. Additionally Jordan has taken responsibility for his future and been a keen participant in the LEAP program.
These students are both role models to all students at Murrumburrah High School and should be very proud of their achievements. Congratulations Riley and Jordan.