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Excellence Awards

are presented to students who have performed at the highest level across several subjects in their schooling. Their level of excellence is reflected in their attitude, attendance and performance at SIDE.


  • Jamine Henry

    Jasmine has achieved outstanding results at SIDE in 2015 while being involved in a full time Ballet program. She is a dedicated student who always displays a positive attitude towards her learning. She has displayed a mature and enthusiastic approach to her studies and has coped well with the rigorous demands of combining school with dance. She has stayed on schedule and produced high quality work. Jasmine is a worthy recipient of this award


  • Tabitha Wachter

    Tabitha has performed at an exceptional standard in 2015. She has studied six subjects, gaining an A grade in each, while attending a full time Ballet school. She has demonstrated self-motivation, industriousness and meticulous organisation. She is dedicated to her school work and her extra-curricular pursuits, making her an exemplary model for her peers. Tabitha’s stellar performance makes her a worthy winner of this award.


  • Lucy Kotzas

    Lucy has achieved outstanding results in all her subjects across the year. She is a diligent, independent learner who consistently demonstrates initiative, intelligence, persistence and pride in every aspect of her schoolwork. Lucy adheres to her SIDE Work Completion Calendar and initiates contact with teachers when required.She also provides extremely thoughtful contributions in her online classes and thus adds value to the whole school community. Lucy is to be commended for her outstanding efforts and well-deserved achievement.


  • Laticia-Anne Lowe

    Laticia-Anne is to be commended on her commitment to her Year 10 study program in 2015. Her teachers all agree that she is an enthusiastic, self-motivated and independent learner who has achieved excellent results in all her subjects. Laticia-Anne should be congratulated on her consistent participation in Saba lessons, her completion of all process work within her Moodle courses and her high standard of completed assessment tasks. Her positive and respectful engagement with teachers and other students in lessons is also to be highly commended.

Endeavour Awards

are presented to students who perform to the best of their capability in their schooling. These students are recognised for their persistence and positive attitude in overcoming difficulties.


  • Layla Dodd

    Layla Dodd has shown diligence in completing all her work in her online Mathematics course. She has worked extremely hard and devised her own cognitive strategies which have enabled her to solve problems. She is to be congratulated for her outstanding efforts.


  • Jordan Baugh-Kuhne

    Jordan Baugh-Kuhne has made a significant progress in adapting to change. Her ongoing endurance to complete all tasks in the various online platforms is to be commended. She has demonstrated outstanding writing skills in producing narrative pieces in her English course.


  • Isaac McNab

    Isaac McNab has shown great enthusiasm in acquiring further computer skills to enhance his online learning program. His confidence has developed and he engages in all his online courses. He has shown commitment to his learning by engaging in his lessons and completing tasks to the best of his ability in a range of subjects. He is to be congratulated on his outstanding efforts.

The Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Award

recognises a student who demonstrates leadership and teamwork within both the school and the broader local community. The student also demonstrates strong values that are integral to Australian society such as respect for others and doing your best.

Year 10 - Laticia-Anne Lowe
Laticia-Anne Lowe is an exceptional individual who this year won our school’s Year 10 ADF Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Award. This award recognises Laticia’s energy and integrity in her chosen studies and her excellent achievements. It is no surprise that Laticia has won this accolade.Across all her subject reports, there are similar themes of demonstrated enthusiasm, excellent school performance, positive contributions to learning, a strong work ethic, high level analytical skills and creativity. Laticia is also an excellent role model for her broader community where she participates in youth activities. Her teachers have all commented on her highly developed independent learning skills and self-motivation. In addition to this she has consistently produced high quality assessment submissions while also positively contributing to class discussion and engagement with her fellow peers.