Congratulations to our Class of 2022
9% of the class achieved an ATAR score over 95 placing them in the top 5% of Victoria and 40% achieved a score over 80, placing them in the top 20% of the state.
15 students also received the VCE Baccalaureate, an additional form of recognition for students who successfully meet the demands of studying a higher-level mathematics subject and a language in their VCE program.
Elizabeth Dinh
College DUX 2022 | ATAR 98.5 | Perfect Score in Further Mathematics
Congratulations to the 2022 Avila College DUX, Elizabeth Dinh.
A passionate, community minded and authentic student leader, Elizabeth has pursued excellence in all of its forms, not only for herself but for her peers as well. Throughout her time at Avila College, Elizabeth has embraced every opportunity to contribute, participate and engage in school life.
An accomplished violinist, articulate speaker and excellent athlete, she has represented the College across many fields and as an Avila Ambassador.
Recognised as the Rotary Lions Youth of the Year in 2022, Elizabeth was also the Public Speaking and Debating Captain, Year 12 Debater of the Year and Runner Up Avila 2022 Swimming Champion.
Earlier this year Elizabeth participated in the RACI Titration Stakes Chemistry competition and has adeptly balanced her leadership duties and co-curricular activities with her studies.
Elizabeth plans to study Optometry.
Nishara Fernando
ATAR 98.25
Nishara set high expectations for herself academically in her VCE journey and has worked diligently and conscientiously to realise her goals.
An independent, co-operative and motivated learner, Nishara has stood as a role model for those around her. With a thoughtful approach to her studies, Nishara has consistently sought to extend her skills and mastery of content throughout VCE.
A keen learner and a deep thinker, her natural organisational skills have contributed to a highly successful final year of study. A positive and voracious academic, Nishara embodies true scholarship.
Nishara hopes to pursue Law or Medicine at university.
Rhea D’Souza
ATAR 98.1
Rhea’s outstanding results in VCE are a result of her mature, methodical and committed approach to her studies.
An enthusiastic learner, Rhea has taken every opportunity to enhance her knowledge and skills, and has used feedback to further her capabilities.
A left-field thinker, Rhea’s contributions in class often challenge others towards more flexible ideas. She is generous with her talents and supportive of her peers and their endeavours.
Rhea hopes to study Psychology or Occupational Therapy.
Cynthia Locandro
VCAL High Achiever
Kassandra undertook a VCAL pathway in Years 11 and 12, completing the highest level possible, Senior VCAL, this year.
As part of her course she undertook studies in Certificate III Allied Health Assistance at Swinburne Institute which she completed to an excellent standard. Kassandra also completed a Certificate II in Hospitality and Units 3 & 4 Business Management as part of her program.
Kassandra is a highly motivated student who set clear goals for herself and used her excellent organisational skills to achieve them. Her classmates and teachers describe her as caring, engaging, having a great sense of humour, empathetic, a leader and very motivating.
Kassandra is looking to continue her studies applying for a Diploma of Nursing.