By Faith Macale
Students in Melton and Moorabool received their ATAR results last week, with outstanding results across schools in the region.
Kurunjang Secondary College dux Inderpreet received an ATAR of 97.85.
She said she received a lot of support from her teachers during the preparation for her exams.
“A lot of the preparation was studying and actually understanding the content, instead of just memorising,” she said.
“I would credit a lot of that to my teachers.
“They supported me a lot through this process, and that was really a key part that I grasped the concepts to a depth that I could apply them later on.”
Inderpreet hopes to pursue medicine in the future.
“I, personally, would really feel honoured if I get the chance to harness my passion of science and maths, and direct that to help my community,” she said.
“I feel like they (community) have truly provided a lot to me.”
Inderpreet hopes to get in to Monash University next year.
Inderpreet’s parents were also excited with the results.
“As soon as the ATAR popped up on the screen, they were pretty happy with my scores,” Inderpreet said.
“They’ve seen all the effort that I put through, and from one part they also put in a lot of effort for me.
“They deal with all the stress and late night conversations, so when that number popped up, they were pretty satisfied.”
Kurunjang Secondary College senior school leader Eddy Hill said Inderpreet attitude towards learning set her apart from all the students.
“Her sense of urgency and she had a clear understanding of who she is as a learner set her apart,” he said.
“She’s completely industrious in her efforts towards work as well.”
Meanwhile, Staughton College announced year 12 student Elias, as this year’s dux with an ATAR of 93.
Elias said his family is proud to hear he is this year’s dux.
“My parents hugged me and said, ‘good job, kid’,” he said.
“I’m happy to get it over with, to be honest.
“I really appreciate my teachers who put up with my relentless emails throughout the year.”
He said the biggest challenge he faced while preparing for the exam was staying motivated throughout winter to keep studying.
Staughton College principal Alan Devine congratulated all year 12 students on their achievements.
Elias said he wants to pursue a science degree.
“In the short term, hopefully a science degree at Melbourne uni, something along the lines of optometry,” he said.
“If that doesn’t work out, I think an electrician is a trade to try to get into.”
