Braids are given for all co-curricular activities where students represent the school in competition and/or performance and where ongoing participation is required during the school year. Students become eligible for braids following three and six years of ongoing participation in a co-curricular activity.

Excellence badges are awarded across a range of Sports and Music activities to recognise high achievement. Badges are awarded to members of first division teams and auditioned bands and ensembles.

Students value the honour and tradition associated with this merit system and they wear their braids proudly.