Alumni Scholarships

At Kelmscott Senior High School, we have a proud tradition of graduating students giving back to the school in the form of a student scholarship. Students must achieve a B+ or higher to be considered for a scholarship. Scholarships are awarded for the following courses:

• History / Geography – Albert Koutsoukis Social Science Scholarship
• Animal Production Systems / Certificate II Rural Operations – Jarryd Urbas Agriculture Scholarship
• Mathematics – Brendan Taylor Mathematics Scholarship
• Visual Arts – Karl White Art Scholarship
• Physics – Dr Brad Pettit MLA Physics Scholarship
• Biology / Human Biology – Dr Dean Pritchard Science Scholarship
• Vocational Education – Dr Tony Buti MLA Vocational Education and Training Scholarship
• English – Frances Hammond English Scholarship
• Politics & Law / Economics – Jean Ritter Social Science Scholarship
• Chemistry – Julie Dally Chemistry Scholarship
• Physical Education Studies – Karen Bond Physical Education Studies Scholarship
• Music – Natalie Smart Music Scholarship
• Languages – Rita Saffioti MLA Language Scholarship
• Accounting & Finance – Wayne French Accounting Scholarship

Jarryd Urbas Agriculture Scholarship

Charlotte Menzies joined the Specialist Agriculture program in Year 7 and completed the program in Year 10. She has continued her agricultural studies into senior school, studying Animal Production Systems. Charlotte always completes assessments to an exceptional standard. She ensures she has a good understanding of all agricultural concepts, and actively tries to improve her written work. Charlotte has a keen interest in cattle handling. She has participated in the Kelmscott SHS Paraders’ Day competition and at the Perth Royal Show. Her dedication has paid off as she was the top student for Year 11 General Animal Production Systems and is a worthy winner of the Agriculture Student Scholarship for 2024.

Charlotte Menzies

Scholarship Winner 2023

Albert Koutsoukis Social Science Scholarship

We are delighted to announce that Paige Jacob has been chosen as the recipient of the prestigious former student, Albert Koutsoukis Scholarship for Modern History. Paige has demonstrated exceptional research capabilities, strong critical thinking skills, and an ability to clearly articulate her responses and this has enabled her to achieve at a strong academic level.  She has a deep passion for Modern History and demonstrates a strong commitment to her studies and achieving her personal best. We have no doubt that Paige will continue to excel, and we wish her the very best in her final school year.

Paige Jacob

Scholarship Winner 2023

Brendon Taylor Mathematics Scholarship

Talitha is a delightful student with an exceptional ability for Mathematics. Throughout Year 11, she constantly achieved very high marks in each assessment. Her written work shows that she thoroughly understands mathematical concepts, including those that are beyond high school level. Talitha regularly volunteers to represent the school in Mathematics competitions. She is a true team player with a good sense of humour who provides leadership and guidance for her peers.  Talitha is tutoring younger students in Mathematics and wishes to become a Mathematics teacher. Her future students will be lucky to have her as a mentor teacher. All the best, Talitha, in your future studies and professional life.

Talitha Judge

Scholarship Winner 2023

Karl White Art Scholarship

Laura is a talented and dedicated artist, excelling in Visual Arts, Design (Graphics) and Certificate II Visual Arts. She completes all set tasks, written and practical, to the best of her ability. A quiet achiever, Laura has developed skills across a wide range of media, including graphic design and digital illustration, painting, and ceramics. She has produced multiple exhibition worthy pieces and was chosen for inclusion in the 2023 Outside the Frame exhibition. Laura is a deserving recipient of this scholarship, and we wish her all the best as she continues her artistic journey.

Laura Druce

Scholarship Winner 2023

Dr Brad Pettit Physics Scholarship

Makayla is an excellent student in Physics, always focused on her work and consistently achieves high results in her assessments. She is an independent worker, demonstrates high levels of motivation and interest in the course, manages her time well and consistently strives to improve her understanding of the material. Makayla is also a well-liked individual and is willing to help others. Well done, and congratulations on your scholarship, Mikayla.

Makayla Winnett

Scholarship Winner 2023

Dr Dean Pritchard Science Scholarship (Biology and Human Biology)

Klara is a self-motivated student who is very agreeable and focused. She works independently, while being supportive of others. Klara is the quiet achiever who doesn’t need reminding to complete her work or to find extension activities if her work is done. She achieves to her maximum potential and always strives to learn. Klara is humble, well-liked and demonstrates a maturity level beyond her years. Congratulations on your scholarship, Klara.

Klara Tjerkstra

Scholarship Winner 2023

Dr Tony Buti Vocational Education and Training Scholarship

Lizzi has proven herself in Year 11 as a highly motivated, mature, hardworking student. As the recipient of the former student scholarship for VET, Lizzi has met the standard from previous recipients of this award. She has demonstrated an exceptional ability in working through her studies towards the Certificate II in Hospitality as a School Based Trainee throughout Year 11, managing her general studies and spending time in industry. In addition, Lizzi has held additional paid employment and demonstrated exceptional time management. She consistently put effort into all her work and sought to improve and demonstrate her competence at all the tasks she was set across all her subjects and in her book work and practical work in Workplace Learning. Lizzi has demonstrated that she is mature, reliable, dedicated and highly organised and is a most worthy recipient for the VET scholarship award.

Lizzi Wheldon

Scholarship Winner 2023

Frances Hammond English Scholarship

Regan has been the epitome of a model student, a joy to teach in English ATAR. What sets Regan above others is not only his natural aptitude but also his impeccable attitude towards his academic work and engagement with his teacher and peers. He is a willing learner, has the confidence to ask questions, is responsive to feedback, and is committed to success. Regan is indeed a deserving recipient of the award.

Regan Roberts

Scholarship Winner 2023

Jean Ritter Social Science Scholarship (Legal Studies and Economics)

We are thrilled to announce the recipient of the distinguished Jean Ritter and Deborah Milton scholarship is Regan Roberts. Regan has demonstrated exceptional aptitude and a deep understanding of his chosen courses in both Politics and Law, and Economics. He is a hard-working, diligent student who is responsive to feedback and always willing to assist his peers. Regan is committed to achieving the very best he can, and we commend him for his efforts.  Well done, Regan.

Regan Roberts

Scholarship Winner 2023

Julie Dally Chemistry Scholarship

Jake studied Chemistry as part of his studies as a gifted and talented student through an accelerated Science program. He completed Year 11 Chemistry as a Year 10 student and immediately showed maturity and commitment to excel in the subject. He worked well individually and with his peers in all practicals and investigations. Testament to his inquisitive nature and capability in Chemistry, Jake demonstrates an excellent understanding of the complex topics in Chemistry. This outstanding achievement will certainly put Jake in a strong position to excel again in Year 12 and beyond. He is a worthy recipient of the Former Student Scholarship for Chemistry.

Jake Heald

Scholarship Winner 2023

Karen Bond Physical Education Studies Scholarship

Jayden is a talented and intelligent sportsperson who uses hard work to compliment his natural ability. Jayden displays toughness and persistence that is seldom seen in practical elements of the PE Studies course. His preparation and commitment to learning theory concepts has seen him develop an excellent base of knowledge about the capacity of humans to perform movement. Jayden is a highly worthy recipient of this scholarship.

Jayden McClure

Scholarship Winner 2023

Natalie Smart Music Scholarship

Mackenzie is a dedicated student who has been in the Specialist Music Program since Year 7. She is a passionate and hardworking student who is well organised and works to the best of her ability. In her spare time Mackenzie is also of a member of the Western Australian Youth Orchestra and performs at various events across the year. She is a worthy recipient of the Former Student Scholarship for Music.

Mackenzie Thompson

Scholarship Winner 2023

Rita Saffioti MLA Languages Scholarship

Fran is a self-motivated student who demonstrates the ability to work independently while being supportive of others. Fran is studying Japanese through the School of Isolated and Distance Education and demonstrates high potential in this subject, striving for success in her learning. Congratulations on your scholarship, Fran.

Fran Ledsey

Scholarship Winner 2023

Wayne French Accounting Scholarship

Accounting is a course that is constantly building upon prior knowledge and understanding.  As such, it becomes increasingly difficult to maintain good marks throughout the course. Wania has a natural aptitude for this course, demonstrating an enthusiastic and conscientious approach. She attained and maintained excellent results throughout 2023. These traits, combined with her outstanding interpersonal skills, will go a long way in ensuring success in 2024 and beyond.

Wania Malik

Scholarship Winner 2023