Year 12
The focus of Year 12 is ensuring that students in their last year at the college are prepared for pathways beyond secondary education. Students have an opportunity to involve themselves in a variety of extracurricular activities organised by the Student Representative Council to help them enjoy a year that can be very stressful but ultimately extremely rewarding.
Year 12 Formal
A highlight for many students in their final year, the Formal is an opportunity for students to experience the protocol of a formal occasion whilst at the same time enjoying the food, music and in particular the company of their friends and the staff.
Graduation Mass
As a school community, we celebrate together the bonds that have been formed and the spirit “To know Christ” that has developed over the years at Emmaus. Students and Parents share in a supper afterwards with staff before students begin preparation for their final exams.
Valedictory Dinner
The final event for the year, students, parents and staff join to celebrate the completion of studies at Emmaus College. The following awards are presented during the evening:
Father Dillon Sports Award
Father B.J Dillon was the Parish Priest at St. Benedict’s and a driving force behind the development of the College at Burwood. This award is presented to the student who has consistently shown a positive attitude to, and enthusiastic participation in, House and representative sports, and has performed to a level of excellence over a number of events and sports during the year.
Christian Witness Award
Presented to the student who affirmed the presence and worth of all - tolerant of others’ ideas and opinions and willing to forgive. This student is seen by the school community to be inclusive, cooperative and committed to making a difference. The student has been prepared to help others and be supportive of and be involved in social justice activities within and outside of the school. The student has been positively involved in the liturgical life of the community as well as demonstrating an involvement in the Religious Education class.
Caltex
Caltex Best All Rounder Award winners are characterised by their overall commitment to doing their best in all their pursuits. Typically, they excel across a numbers of areas including studies, sport, community involvement, conduct and leadership.
Keith Henry Award
Named after a much loved College staff member of many years. Keith Henry’s perseverance and devotion are models of manner that are encouraged in Emmaus students. This award is presented to the student who has demonstrated perseverance with studies throughout the year, achieving consistently and working to maximise their potential.
Principal's Award
This prestigious award is presented to the Year 12 student who has made outstanding contributions to the College, in maintaining and enriching its traditions and has been a worthy ambassador for the College.