College Awards

Welcome to Swan Christian College, a place where our values of RISE – Respect, Integrity, Spirituality, and Excellence – form the cornerstone of our vibrant community.

Our prestigious College Awards program celebrates and recognises the embodiment of these values in our students. We believe in nurturing the unique talents and achievements of each individual, inspiring them to reach new heights of excellence in academics, leadership, community service, and artistic endeavours.

Through these awards, we honour those who exemplify the spirit of RISE in their daily lives, fostering a culture of respect for one another, upholding unwavering integrity, nurturing spiritual growth, and embodying a pursuit of excellence in all they do.

Join us at Swan Christian College and be part of a community that values and celebrates the true essence of RISE. Together, let us shape a brighter future for all.

College Stars

  • Awarded in Term 1 only (the following year)
  • Recipients receive a badge and certificate
GOLD STAR for academic achievement

To receive a gold star, students must have achieved:

  • A-grades in all MESH courses
  • A-grades in either 2 x semester-long courses or 1 x year-long course
  • No D or E-grades
SILVER STAR for House participation

To receive a silver star, students must have accumulated a minimum of 10 House points across Years 7 and 8.

Both awards require the approval of the relevant Dean of Year based on SEQTA records. Students worthy of College Stars are expected to be role models who follow College policies.

College Colours

  • Awarded in Term 2 only
  • Recipients receive a blazer emblem (embroidery voucher), lapel badge and certificate
ACADEMIC COLOURS

To receive academic colours, students must have achieved a minimum of two years of academic excellence based on the following results:

Year 9 and 10:

  • A-grades in at least 3 x MESH courses in a single year for two years (based on WA Curriculum grades)
  • 2 x other A-grades
  • No D or E-grades

Year 11 and 12:

  • 6 courses – 4 x A-grades per year over two years
  • 5 courses – 4 x A-grades
  • 4 courses – 3 x A-grades and 1 x B grade
  • 3 Courses – A-grades in all courses
  • OR any student who averages 75% across 4 or more ATAR courses
  • No D or E-grades
ARTS COLOURS

To receive Arts Colours, students must have achieved a minimum of two years of outstanding involvement in the Arts. This may have required:

  • A significant role in at least 2 x out-of-class productions – approximately 50 hours each.
  • A significant role in 1 x out-of-class production, and involvement in 1 x musical group (choir or band) for two years, or 2 x dance night performances, or significant contribution to 1 x disciplines within the creative arts.
  • Involvement in 1 x choir and 1 x performing band [e.g. jazz band or worship band]] for at least two years.
  • A significant contribution to 2 x disciplines within the creative arts [e.g. visual arts, media, textiles].
SPORTS COLOURS

To receive Sports Colours, students must have achieved a minimum of two years of sporting excellence at the College. This requires:

  • Selection to represent the College in at least two sports and having attained an excellent level of proficiency in at least one sporting activity.
  • Willingly assisted the activity leader and peers, and demonstrated commendable leadership skills or displayed the behaviours of a positive role model.
HOUSE COLOURS

To receive House Colours, students must have achieved a minimum of 30 House points (or equivalent) since Year 7.

1Swimming CarnivalAs this is an outside-of-school-hours event, all students who swim should be awarded 2 House points at the discretion of the House Co-ordinator.
2Athletics CarnivalStudents who achieve Champion and Runner-Up Awards receive 2 House points. Students who participate in five or more events should receive 2 House points. All other participants should receive 1 House Point.
3Cross-Country CarnivalStudents who finish in the top five receive 2 House points. All other participants receive 1 House point.
4Term 1 Interhouse Sport1 House point for participation. 2 House points for outstanding* participation and/or leadership (this is at the House Co-ordinators discretion).
5Term 2 Interhouse Sport1 House point for participation. 2 House points for outstanding* participation and/or leadership (this is at the House Co-ordinators discretion).
6Term 3 Interhouse Sport1 House point for participation. 2 House points for outstanding* participation and/or leadership (this is at the House Co-ordinators discretion).
7Term 4 Interhouse Sport1 House point for participation. 2 House points for outstanding* participation and/or leadership (this is at the House Co-ordinators discretion).
8Performing ArtsStudents who take on a leadership role receive 2 House points. All other participants receive 1 House point.
9Creative/Fine Arts1 House point for all voluntary participants.
10ChessThe winner or each year group should receive 2 House points. All other participants should receive 1 House point.

*Outstanding – Participation in 3+ rounds of sport.

SERVICE COLOURS

To receive Service Colours, students must have achieved a minimum of two years of outstanding involvement in Service to the College’s co-curricular groups and beyond. This may have required:

Year 9-10:

  • Ongoing participation and servant-hearted leadership in 2 x College co-curricular groups, including but not limited to – Super Soupers, Justice League, Christian Union, Cadets, Lego League, A/V Club, and the Dungeons & Dragons Club.

Year 11 and 12:

  • Students in Years 11 and 12 complete a Service-Learning booklet, where they can log their community service hours. Students should aim to attain 50+ hours of community service in Year 11 or 12 if they want to be recognised.

In Years 11 and 12, students may also be considered for College Colours in any of the above categories due to their long service in one of these areas to the College.

All College Colours require the approval of the relevant Dean of Year based on SEQTA records. Students worthy of College Colours are expected to be role models who follow College policies.

College Honours

  • Awarded in Term 2 only
  • Recipients receive a blazer emblem (embroidery voucher), lapel badge and certificate
  • Students receive College Honours once they have received three or more College Colours. This recognises the depth and breadth of their achievements. 

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Enrolment Enquiry

Before submitting your enrolment enquiry please be aware of the following:
  • Enrolments are now closed for 2024
  • Limited places available in Year 3, 2025
  • There are waitlists for Kindergarten and Year 7, 2025
  • There are also waitlists for Kindergarten and Year 7, 2026
  • We encourage you to submit applications at least two years in advance.

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