Thirty-nine of NSW's best and brightest public school students have been honoured at today's 2009 Minister's Award for Excellence in Student Achievement.
The students came from across NSW and were chosen for their achievements in academic excellence as well as sporting, cultural, leadership and community contributions.
NSW Minister for Education and Training, Verity Firth, congratulated the winners who she said were some of the State's most talented young people.
"These outstanding NSW students are fantastic role models for their peers and ambassadors for their local communities," Ms Firth said.
"They are terrific products of the NSW public education system and we are very proud of their achievements.
"The awards encourage students to pursue a well rounded education and participate in the community.
"The award recognises young people who demonstrate a commitment to the core values taught in NSW public schools, acknowledging integrity, respect and responsibility as well as excellence," she said.
"Many of today's recipients volunteer their free time to worthy causes within their community and in doing so, are learning life-long skills and qualities that are truly valuable in our society.
"Some award winners have also represented their schools in competitions, interstate and international missions.
"These 39 students each have a unique story to tell and they are a testament to their parents, teachers and schools."
Up to 40 awards are presented across the State every year by the Minister for Education and Training, which is open to Year 12 students enrolled in NSW public schools.
Students are nominated on the basis of achievement throughout their high school years, but with particular recognition of excellence in Years 11 and 12.
Find out more information by downloading the complete media release (PDF 211kB).
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