PRINCIPAL's Message
Dear Parents/Carers, Students and Friends
Year 10 Formal
We had a huge number of Year 10 students celebrate their year at the Year 10 Formal at Functions by the Bay on Friday 17 October. There was a fantastic feeling amongst all in attendance with a busy dance floor and photo booth! Thank you to Ms Hannah Martin, Ms Libby Toovey, Ms Kathleen Spaull, Ms Bianca Johnson and Ms Leah Hannas for their efforts organising and overseeing this fantastic event. Thank you to Mr Mark Quiambao, Ms Victoria Stewart and Mr Will Whitelaw for their efforts supporting the Year 10 team and all the staff who attended.
Arts Exhibition
Well done and thank you to our Arts and Technology teams for their dedication and hard work curating an outstanding collection of student work for this year’s Arts Exhibition. This year, over 300 students had their artworks, designs and/or products on show. Thank you to our dedicated Visual Arts, VCD, Media and Design Tech teachers: Ms Georgie Long, Ms Annie Griffin, Mr Rene Zandveld, Ms Emily Vogt, Mr Adam Martin, Mr Dave Nicol, Ms Nat D’Ambra, Ms Jo Beck, Mr Brayden Dopper, Ms Angela Marrone, Ms Georgie Stein, Ms Birra-li Ward and Mr Matt Turner for their efforts shaping our students’ passion and skill. Thank you also to all of the staff who supported the event through their efforts in the lead-up and during the exhibition: Ms Lily Donovan, Mr John Simon, Mr Isaac Bakker, Ms Ally Bailey and Mr Jon Christie.
Our final two award winners!
>>Bayside People's Choice Award - Bethany Laughlin
(Year 12 Art Creative Practice, taught by Ms. Joanna Beck)
Beth received 49 votes for her incredible artwork - the intricate detail in her work is truly exceptional!
>>Burst Creativity with Purpose Award - Tamara Bozic
(Year 12 Visual Communication Design, taught by Mr. Adam Martin)
Tamara's 'Tusk' chocolate branding was another standout in the exhibition. As part of her award she has received a mentorship with Burst Brand Agency, owned by alumnus Lachy Coates.
Bethany Laughlin
Tamara Bozic
Bethany Laughlin
Tamara Bozic
Our opening night and awards were made possible due to community generosity; thank-you to all of our sponsors who helped us celebrate our student artists - Burst Brand Agency, Marshall White Real Estate, Bayside Shopping Centre (Vicinity Centres), Quest Apartments, Peninsula Camera House, JB Hi-Fi, Officeworks, Atelier Art Supplies, Scissor Printer, Down the Street cafe, Ivan's Pies, Etch Sparkling, and the Rotary Club of Frankston.
End of Year Music Concert
I would like to sincerely thank Mr Ben Braithwaite for organising a wonderful end of year music concert at the Frankston Arts Centre on Wednesday 22 October. Congratulations to all of our Instrumental and Classroom Music students and Music staff: Mr Dean Addison, Mr Ben Braithwaite, Mr Isaac Bakker, Ms Pauline Coates, Ms Gill Kinnear, Ms Peta Laughlin, Mr Andrew McAdam, Mr Peter Sharp and Ms Kim Starr. The quality of musical performances on the night was outstanding, and it was extra special being Mr Peter Sharp’s last concert at Frankston High School before he retires at the end of the year.
Please see MUSIC | News for further details and photos.
Peninsula Applied Learning (PAL) Awards
On Tuesday 22 October, the 2025 PAL Awards were held at Mornington Racecourse to recognise the excellence and achievements of students in the Frankston/Mornington Peninsula region undertaking the VCE Vocational Major/Vocation Pathway Certificate. We nominated the following three Year 12 students who received awards with their proud families:
- Student Excellence Award – Sienna Georgiou
- Student Achievement Award – Jaxon Somjee
- Student Industry Award – Jed Erich
Thank you to Ms Tiffany Greenhill and Ms Brittany Harvey for attending and celebrating these students with their families.
World Teachers’ Day
On Friday 31 October we celebrated World Teachers’ Day! I along with the Principal Team are so grateful to work with such incredible staff who motivate, inspire, teach and support our students to be better learners and people. They continue to make such a positive difference in the lives of our young people and their families.
2026 School Captains
Congratulations to these students on their appointment as our 2026 School Captains. We look forward to working with them and supporting their growth as they represent the rest of our students and our wonderful school community. Thank you to Mr Jon Christie for his efforts and leadership with these students.
Please see SENIOR SCHOOL | Update for further VCE news and information.
Mr Andrew Batchelor
Principal