SCHOOL'S out for Year 12 students as the final exam has wrapped.
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Girls at Calrossy Anglican School took the opportunity to rip up their study notes as they look forward to the future.
Design and Technology and Textiles and Design marked the end of the exam period on Tuesday and Calrossy Anglican School principal David Smith was proud of the 89-student cohort who took part.
"There was a lot of nervousness across the state because it was a change with all new courses so there were no previous copies of exams kids could check," he said.
"The students who finished their last paper were over the moon.
"We have about 80 to 85 per cent of student who have applied for an ATAR to go to university."
Two Calrossy Anglican School students have been selected to take part in a textiles exhibition next year that highlights the best work in the state.
Education Minister Sarah Mitchell took the opportunity to congratulate students.
"I sincerely congratulate each and every student on this incredible achievement and thank the exceptionally dedicated teachers who provided the new HSC courses to such a high standard, they have given students the best opportunity to succeed," she said.
Across the state students tackled 123 exams, that included 16 new syllabuses in English, mathematics, science and history.
Now they can take some time to unwind, knowing they have put in the hard yards that will lead them on to their next adventure.
- Sarah Mitchell
Students were tested on how they could apply their knowledge and comprehension, Ms Mitchell said.
"Now they can take some time to unwind, knowing they have put in the hard yards that will lead them on to their next adventure," she said.
"Regardless of their final mark, the opportunities available to this latest group of HSC students are limitless.
"I encourage everyone to enjoy the rest before embarking on their next stage of life."
Roughly 75,000 students were involved in the HSC course this year and close to 68,000 are on track to complete their HSC.
The first round of University Admissions Centre offers will be sent to students November 14.
Calrossy Anglican School principal Mr Smith said many students now elect to take a gap year before they return to higher education.
"A lot of them do tend to take a year off to work here in Tamworth, take a gap year overseas or work somewhere to get some money behind them," he said.
"The kids worked really hard so there's every sign they will do well, I don't like the focus just on Band 6 because we want kids to do the best they can.
"We have constantly said to the kids you won't be defined by your ATAR.
"Quite a few have already received early entry offers based on principal recommendations, we're really proud of them and the way they approached it."
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The HSC provides great preparation for later life, Mr Smith said.
"If you've gone through it you have been disciplined, met deadlines and experienced high pressure," he said.
"That is great preparation for being an adult and we're very proud."
In July 2016, the NSW Minister of Education announced a set of reforms that were examined for the first time this year.
It included changes to the mathematics, science and English courses, which meant students did not have old papers to prepare.
Madeline Link
Madeline Link is a journalist at the Newcastle Herald, with a focus on Lake Macquarie City Council. To keep up with my stories, follow my Twitter @madeline_link, for tips email madeline.link@newcastleherald.com.au.
Madeline Link is a journalist at the Newcastle Herald, with a focus on Lake Macquarie City Council. To keep up with my stories, follow my Twitter @madeline_link, for tips email madeline.link@newcastleherald.com.au.
