Kluthuthu Christian College principal Vernon Clark, school board chair Dr Avril Howard, and founder and visionary Mark Howard flank Year 6 students Fernando Wapau, Margie Miller, Kylie Wapau, Zaiarna Wikmunea and Isabella John. Photo: Supplied.
Primary schools across Cape York and Torres Strait are bursting with pride as they send their classes of 2025 off to begin their high school journeys.
Whether staying local or heading to boarding school, the milestone achievement has been celebrated across the region alongside family, friends and teachers.
Kluthuthu Christian College (KCC) in Napranum offers Year 7 as its final grade so Year 6 graduates will have one more year with familiar faces to adjust to high school life.
KCC celebrated six graduates and high-performing students across other year levels in a joint presentation-graduation night.
“The evening was filled with heartfelt recognition as students received awards and accolades for their dedication and achievements throughout the year,” principal Vernon Clark said.
“Distinguished guests, along with families from Weipa and Napranum, joined the celebration and were deeply moved by the students’ presentations and musical performances, which showcased talent and hard work.”
In addition to the primary school graduates, Year 7 student Ezekiel Wapau received the NAIDOC medallion. Ezekiel earned the honour after winning a state creative writing competition, which explored the significance of NAIDOC and its impact on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
“The presentation-graduation night not only celebrated the accomplishments of the graduating Year 6 cohort, but also reflected the strong community spirit and values that define Kluthuthu Christian College,” Mr Clark said.
