High-achieving Year 12 students honoured by Archbishop Makarios of Australia

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High-achieving Year 12 students from three Greek Orthodox colleges in Sydney were recognised on Thursday, February 22, by Archbishop Makarios of Australia for the completion of their Higher School Certificate (HSC) 2023 exams.

The students from All Saints Grammar, Saint Spyridon College, and Saint Euphemia College were honoured at a ceremony held in the hall of the St Andrews Theological School in Redfern, Sydney.

In attendance were distinguished guests including Bishops Elpidios of Kyanea and Bartholomew of Charioupolis, Archimandrite Christoforos Krikelis, and the dedicated clergy serving the parishes associated with the three Greek Orthodox schools.

The event also welcomed directors, educators, and parents, to gather and celebrate the Greek students’ academic achievements in the 2023 HSC.

During the ceremony, Archbishop Makarios congratulated the students and wished them many blessings upon their next chapter in life.

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