The College’s annual Awards Presentation Evening will take place on Thursday 5 December 2024. This special event will honour students who have achieved exceptional academic success and demonstrated exemplary personal qualities throughout the 2024 academic year.
In addition, select students will receive special awards in recognition of individuals who have significantly shaped the College or made outstanding contributions to the Frankston community. These recipients embody the values of these influential figures and reflect the core charisms of the College.
Awards being recognised
The Ian Smyth Memorial Trophy for Student Sporting Excellence
This award is in recognition of Ian Smyth’s service to the College in the late seventies and early eighties, as a member of the Sports Committee and as President. The aim of this Committee was to raise funds for the further development of the Physical Education and Sports programs. Illness prevented Ian from continuing in his involvement and he passed away in 1982. This Sportsperson’s Award is given each year to the outstanding sportsman and sportswoman in memory of Ian Smyth’s contribution to the sporting life of the College.
The Jean Carter Memorial Award
This award is in recognition of Jean Carter’s outstanding contribution to music in the Frankston area over a long period. The recipient of this award has shown outstanding commitment and talent in his or her contribution to the musical life of the College.
Faithful Companions of Jesus Community Service Award
This award gives recognition to the student or group of students who have been outstanding in their contribution to the College Community and/or the wider community. It is dedicated to the Sisters, Faithful Companions of Jesus, who gave thirty years of generous service to the Frankston region – 1968-1997.
The Simon Ball Memorial Award
Simon Ball is also a past student of the College who was tragically killed whilst riding his bicycle in 1984. Simon’s dedication and sense of purpose, despite some obstacles, were admirable. He had a broad smile which reflected his positive approach to life. The College remembers Simon by conferring this award on a student who has worked to the fullest in order to achieve his or her potential, whatever that potential may be. This award recognises perseverance and commitment to studies.
The Marcelle Casamento Memorial Award
Marcelle Casamento completed HSC in 1988 and was tragically killed in a car accident some twelve months later. Marcelle’s presence lives on in the College through this award which recognises those very qualities which made her an inspiration for so many others. Marcelle was sincere, kind, friendly and caring; her spirituality enlivened all those with whom she came in contact. For this reason the Marcelle Casamento Award is presented to a student whose faith and values have enabled him/her to contribute to the spiritual life of the College through fidelity to Jesus Christ.
Marianist Award for Leadership
This award was made possible by the establishment of an Endowment Fund by the Marianist Province of Cincinnati, one of the aims of which was to recognise outstanding leadership, dedicated service and academic and professional excellence in both staff and students. Each year the College recognises a student or group of students who have exemplified the qualities of leadership in their role in the College Community.
The Louisa Dunkley Student Recognition and Encouragement Award
This award recognises students who portray constructive and productive behaviours in relation to their teachers and fellow students; a positive engagement and an integral contribution and involvement in school community activities; and perseverance to stick at their goals and overcome obstacles and setbacks. The personal qualities recognised through the award include a student who is Positive, Passionate & Persistent.
Australian Defence Force Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Award 2024
The Australian Defence Force (ADF) Long Tan Youth Leadership and Teamwork Awards started in 2006 to recognise students who demonstrate leadership and teamwork within both the school and the broader local community. At the same time, they recognise those who display strong values, such as doing one’s best, respect for others and “mateship”, characteristics that are integral to Australian society.
Kwong Lee Dow
The Kwong Lee Dow Young Scholars Program is an academic enrichment program designed to support high achieving Victorian Year 11 and Year 12 students.Students will experience university life and take part in a range of academic and personal development events and activities to help achieve their best. Upon completion of secondary education, the student will be offered a guaranteed place in an undergraduate degree and an overseas scholarship during their studies
Vietnam Veterans Education Team Awards
Thu, 05 December 2024
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM AEST
Kealy Centre Gym