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School Extracurricular Achievements

Published on: November 2024

Record: HANSARD-1323879322-148996

School Extracurricular Achievements

Ms FELICITY WILSON (North Shore)

—Much like in the sporting arena, the North Shore schools are excelling in the academic and performing arts lane. I congratulate Benedict from St Aloysius' College, who came first in NSW at the 2024 National History Challenge. Out of over 7,000 submissions, Benedict's diorama, a 1,000‑word essay, an annotated bibliography, and a short reflection piece were deemed the best in the state in the Museum Exhibit Category. Fantastic work. I also recognise the outstanding achievements of Leo and Heloise from Redlands Junior School, who competed at the International Dance Organisation World Tap Dance Championships in Prague. Heloise placed 16th in her solo, while Leo took 2nd place in his solo. Together, they also achieved 6th place in the duo's category. I congratulate Zara from Queenwood on being awarded the conference prize for Best Poster at the [Ex]plore Science Extension Conference at Macquarie University. This is an outstanding achievement. Finally, congratulations to the Queenwood girls who competed at the Independent Girls' Schools Association Festival of Speech in public speaking, debating, reading, poetry, and drama. The senior debating team reached the quarterfinals after winning both of their pool debates, and the drama team achieved third place. Well done, girls.