Our students can take advantage of several scholarship and award opportunities.
NSW School Nanga Mai Awards
The Nanga Mai Awards are an annual event organised by Aboriginal Education and Communities Directorate. The awards recognise and celebrate innovation, excellence and educational achievement in Aboriginal education in NSW public schools, school communities and department directorates.
Premier’s Reading Challenge
This Premier’s Reading Challenge encourages students from Kindergarten to Year 9 to develop a love of reading and plays an important role in developing literacy.
Premier’s Debating Challenge
The Premier’s Debating Challenge is open to students from Year 5 to 12. Teams compete in a round robin series of debates against other schools. The winners go on to compete at regional and state level to determine the eventual state champion.
Public speaking competitions
The Arts Unit offers public speaking competitions for NSW school students. Each competition is a great opportunity for students to develop their speech-writing and presentation skills while representing their schools in a state-wide competition.
Premier’s Anzac Memorial Scholarships
The Premier’s Anzac Memorial Scholarships are an opportunity to visit significant overseas sites associated with Australia’s participation in war for Years 10 and 11 students in selected schools.
The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award - Australia
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award at Kirrawee High School
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award is a globally recognised program that empowers young people to explore their full potential, build resilience, and develop lifelong skills. Open to students aged 14 and over, the Award encourages participants to step outside their comfort zones through four key areas:
- Service – making a positive difference in the community
- Skill – developing a new talent or improving an existing one
- Physical Recreation – committing to regular physical activity
- Adventurous Journey – taking on an expedition that tests teamwork, planning, and endurance
At Kirrawee High School, students can currently work towards the Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards, each building on the one before. Along the way, participants grow in confidence, independence, and leadership, while creating memories and friendships that last a lifetime.
Whether it’s volunteering locally, mastering a creative skill, or trekking through the bush, the Duke of Ed program inspires young people to dream big, work hard, and embrace adventure.
For more information, please use the Duke of Edinburgh website: https://dukeofed.com.au/ or contact John Devine with any enquiries about the delivery of the award at Kirrawee High School.