NURTURING EXCELLENCE, INSPIRING FUTURES
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE
The Hamilton and Alexandra College school community is very proud of the Class of 2024. They are well-rounded, compassionate respectful young adults, who are ready for their confident future. The achievements of our students are a reflection of the incredible work and partnership between our dedicated teachers, parents and students.
Their academic focus and strong work ethic led to some excellent results; as a school, we couldn’t be more proud of them.
They put their heads down, studied, practised, drilled, and sought assistance when needed.
The Hamilton and Alexandra College’s 2024 Dux received an ATAR of 97.8. Two Proxime Accessits scored ATARs of 95.9. Students received strong study scores, including a 48 in Art Making and Exhibiting.
Our students set themselves high personal goals and rose to the challenge of the VCE.
The College’s VCE results have again demonstrated the school’s commitment to academic excellence and the team of excellent staff who work closely with students to achieve their personal best.
Mr Michael Horne Principal
97.8 17% 35% 54%
DUX ATAR OF THE COHORT ACHIEVED AN ATAR ABOVE 90 OF THE COHORT ACHIEVED AN ATAR ABOVE 80 OF THE COHORT ACHIEVED AN ATAR IN THE TOP 30 % NATIONALLY
UNIVERSITIES
Beyond the classroom, this cohort also celebrated success across many sporting arenas, involvement in drama, dance, music, art, public speaking, debating and social service programs, and many more personal achievements across a wide range of areas.
The University of Melbourne Monash University
Deakin University
Swinburne University
Australian Catholic University
The University of Adelaide
A CONFIDENT FUTURE IN BIO-MEDICINE
Sarah Richardson
The 2024 Dux, Sarah Richardson, with an ATAR of 97.8 joined College in Year 7. She was a day student until Year 12 when she joined the Boarding House to allow more time for study.
In her final year, Sarah was School Captain and Netball Captain. Sarah was a role model of hard work, determination, resilience, and integrity whilst always showcasing a well-rounded approach to her education and taking on new opportunities at College. Throughout her time at College, she was an active
member of the Student Representative Council and was a Middle Years leader.
Her VCE subjects included Biology, Chemistry, Specialist Mathematics, Mathematical Methods, English, and Hospitality. In Year 12, Sarah was awarded the annual subject prizes for Specialist Mathematics, Mathematical Methods and The Neil MacLean Award for Loyalty and Integrity.
Sarah is going to study Bio-Medicine at The University of Melbourne in 2025.
PROXIME ACCESSIT
A CONFIDENT FUTURE IN SCIENCE
Hannah Croft
The 2024 Proxime Accessit, Hannah Croft, with an ATAR of 95.9, joined College as a Year 7 student travelling on the Portland bus each day to school.
Vice School Captain, Chair of the Student Representative Council, Captain of Public Speaking and Debating and Captain of Soccer in Year 12, Hannah studied Biology, Chemistry, English, French, Mathematical Methods VCE subjects.
PROXIME ACCESSIT
A CONFIDENT FUTURE IN ENGINEERING Charlie Mahar
Charlie Mahar, also 2024 Proxime Accessit, achieved an ATAR of 95.9. Charlie joined College in Year 8 as a boarder from Warrnambool and in his final year, he was the Boarding House Captain.
His VCE subjects included Chemistry, Physics, English, Mathematical Methods, and Specialist Mathematics.
He received the prize for Physics and the ADF Leadership and Teamwork Award in Year 12.
Charlie has accepted a position in Engineering Honours at Monash University and will begin this in 2026 after a GAP year working and travelling.
In Year 12, Hannah was awarded the annual subject prizes for Chemistry, English and French and received the Prize for Public Speaking and Debating.
In 2022, Hannah participated in the Kwong Lee Dow Young Scholars Program, and she will study a Bachelor of Science at The University of Melbourne following a GAP year working in a local school.
EXCEPTIONAL STUDY SCORE
A CONFIDENT FUTURE IN ENIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND DESIGN
Fay Harjanto
School Vice Captain and Chair of the Student Representative Council, Fay Harjanto, achieved an exceptional study score of 48 in Art Making and Exhibiting, and an ATAR of 94.25.
Fay’s VCE subjects included Art Making and Exhibiting, Biology, Literature, Psychology and Visual Communication and Design. She received the annual prize for Art Making and Exhibiting and Literature, and received Dorothy Orton Cup for Citizenship.
Fay joined College in Year 7 travelling from Portland and enjoyed participating in drama and playing netball. Service minded, Fay is a natural leader and was involved in many programs to support local organisations. She has left a positive influence on the College community. Fay is going to complete a Bachelor of Environmental Science and Design at the University of Tasmania.
The Hamilton and Alexandra College is an ambitious academic school that draws on our strong traditions to prepare students for confident futures. Our purpose is to nurture locally, so that students can excel globally. We are proud to hear about the future plans our Class of 2024 graduates are making, many with the confidence to take themselves well outside their comfort zones to work and travel as young adults.
Daisy Henry
Sienna Lewis
Neve McClure
Neve was Learmonth House Captain, Netball Captain, part of the Kwong Lee Dow Young Scholars Program and was always ready to try new things. Neve will be studying Medical Imaging at Deakin University in 2026, after working and travelling abroad.
Sienna won the 2024 VCE Major Art Prize for her painting entitled ‘Truth Behind The Glass’. She will be studying a Bachelor of Design at The University of Melbourne after a GAP year working in Perth, Western Australia.
Lachlan Pringle
A proud Learmonth member and Captain of Clay Target Shooting, Lachlan has accepted and deferred a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science at Deakin University. He is going to do a GAP year with the Australian Army before starting university.
Daisy, our 2024 Drama and Music Captain, was a shining light on the College stage for six years, singing and acting her way through all aspects of the Performing Arts program. After a GAP year working and travelling, she is going to Monash University to study a Bachelor of Criminology and Policing.