Congratulations to year 12 achievers
Thursday, 18 December 2008
Parliamentary Secretary for Multicultural Affairs and Settlement Services, Laurie Ferguson, has congratulated students from refugee and migrant backgrounds for ranking among the highest achievers graduating from year 12.
‘Some of these young people have had to start their schooling with little previous education and it is so wonderful to see how quickly they have embraced the opportunities our education system has offered,’ Mr Ferguson said.
‘They have faced many obstacles in the past and also many challenges in settling into a new life in a new country.
‘However, they have proven through hard work and determination that success is possible for any young person who is prepared to give it a go.
‘These young people are future leaders in our diverse country. I hope their example will inspire other young Australians to strive hard and realise their dreams.
‘Many of these families who come from traumatic situations in parts of Africa, Asia and the Middle-East can help us all appreciate an education system many take for granted.
‘You only need to look at photographs of this year’s highest HSC achievers to appreciate that we are succeeding at becoming a wonderfully diverse nation of many cultures.’
Media Contact: Sarah Gestier-Garstang 0432 283 020
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Last update: 18 December 2008 at 17:03 AEST