PRINCIPAL’S REPORT
Year 12 Celebration Day
On Tuesday 21st October we farewelled our 2025 Year 12’s from their formal classes and held their Celebration Day, which included a general assembly with members of their family in attendance. The positive manner in which the students conducted themselves was a reflection of the wonderful group that they have been all throughout their secondary education. It was terrific to see so many family members making the effort to attend the assembly. I would like to acknowledge the work of Year 12 Managers Mrs Lindy Mathers and Mrs Michelle Nash, Year 11-12 Sub School Manager Mrs Michelle Ferry and Assistant Principal Mr Josh McDonald who organised the Celebration Day.
Arts/Technology Night
Well done to all staff and students who were part of the Arts/Technology Night on Thursday 16th October. It was great to see so many family members in attendance to view the Visual Art and Design Technology displays and to support the rock band and Drama performances. I would like to acknowledge the work of the Art and Technology teachers who organised this evening.
VCE Exams
Students across the state began their VCE exams on Tuesday 28th October, with the English exam and will conclude exams on Wednesday 19th November. We wish all of our students undertaking VCE subjects all the best in their upcoming exam period.
Melbourne Cup
A reminder that the Tuesday of Melbourne Cup (5th November) is a normal school day. All classes will be operating as usual, and all school buses will operate as normal.
Intentions for 2026
If students are not returning to Oberon High School in 2026, can families contact the school and speak with one of the Assistant Principals in regard to this.
Scholarships to support students
Scholarships are available for eligible students in Grade 4 to Year 11, and for Year 12 students planning to do tertiary studies in 2026.
The Department of Education administers a number of scholarships that are available to eligible students who are enrolled in Grade 4 to Year 12 in 2026.
Applicants for these scholarships will be evaluated on their:
- participation in school activities
- community involvement
- academic achievement
Scholarships are either one-off payments or cover the duration of the student’s course or annual study.
Many of these scholarships have specific eligibility criteria so please refer to individual applications for more information. Applications are now open and close on Monday 2nd February 2026.
For more information and a list of available scholarships, refer to the 2026 Student scholarships for Grade 4 – Year 12 fact sheet.
For information on how to apply, refer to https://www.vic.gov.au/student-scholarships
Tim McMahon