Awards and Recognition

At Canley Vale High School, we celebrate effort, growth and achievement in all areas of school life. Our Awards and Recognition programs acknowledge academic success, leadership, service, creativity, improvement and commitment to our community.

Throughout the year, students are recognised at year meetings and whole-school assemblies for their achievements and contributions. Awards celebrate academic progress, positive behaviour, attendance, leadership, effort and involvement in school life. These moments provide opportunities to publicly acknowledge student growth and reinforce our shared expectations of respect, responsibility and excellence.

Merit Awards

Merit Awards are issued to recognise and reinforce student achievement.  Rewarding students that are achieving is a strong focus in our school and is essential in promoting positive learning partnerships.

AT CVHS our merit awards aim to recognise and reward sustained efforts of excellence in several areas, including:

• academic achievements
• Performing Arts Achievement
• Sport Achievement
• Improved Attendance
• Leadership, Volunteering, contribution to the school community

Our merit awards aim to:

• encourage  all  students to consistently achieve to their personal best
• develop and maintain a cooperative, helpful and productive partnership in learning, between teachers and students
• encourage participation in a wide variety of extra-curricular and sporting activities
• provide a moment of recognition from our staff to our students who have demonstrated their determination and commitment to contribute positively to their classroom or school community.

The Merit Award System explained in detail

Awards presented annually at Presentation Day

Year 12 Awards presented annually at Graduation

Showcase of achievements

Dux of 2025

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