Whole School News
From the Library
Manga Classics provide a brilliant gateway into the world of timeless literature, with language that is less intimidating. They take iconic works like Pride and Prejudice,
Les Misérables, Jane Eyre, or The Count of Monte Cristo, and reimagine them with expressive artwork, dynamic pacing, and dialogue that’s much easier to
digest—without losing the heart of the original story.
Why Manga Classics Work So Well
- Visual storytelling makes complex narratives more engaging and easier to follow.
- Modernised language helps readers grasp themes and emotions without getting lost in old-fashioned phrasing.
- Faithful adaptations retain key plot points, character development, and literary depth.
- Perfect for students who want to understand the story before diving into the full text—or anyone who just wants a fresh take.
It’s time to read the classics……
Congratulations to Fernando Berroeta Vieytes – Year 9
What an extraordinary achievement - 1,062 books already read, which is nothing short of phenomenal. Your dedication to reading is remarkable.
Every student who surpasses 1000 books receives a gift card. Enjoy your well-earned $50 Dymocks book voucher—a perfect reward to fuel your next
literary adventure.
Keep turning those pages, and once again, congratulations.
Kerri Gur, Library Officer
📣 Leaving Applecross SHS in 2026?
If your child will not be returning to Applecross Senior High School in 2026, please let us know as soon as possible by completing the form at the link below. 📝
Your early notification helps us plan effectively for the year ahead — thank you for your support.
🔗 Click here to notify us
Admin Computing
Finance Reminders
Thank you to all parents and caregivers who have paid the Contributions and Charges for 2025. If you have not made a payment, your immediate attention is requested in finalising your account for 2025. Please contact the Finance Department at your earliest convenience if you wish to discuss payment of your children’s school fees. Please be reminded that debt collectors are used for all outstanding school charges.
**Please note that if compulsory subject cost remains unpaid, students may be removed from high-cost subjects and timetabled into alternative lower-cost subjects
Finance Department
BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) New Portal
Applecross SHS has launched a new Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Portal in partnership with CompNow.
By purchasing your device through this portal, you’ll benefit from:
- ✅ Special education pricing
- ⚙️ Faster setup with support from our IT Department
- 🔐 Pre-installed school essentials:
- School firewall certificate
- NAPLAN browser
This means devices arrive fully ready to operate within the school’s digital ecosystem.
📲 Visit the portal here: Applecross Senior High School Portal
👉 Click here to access the BYOD Requirements
Ben Percival, Manager Technology Communications
Back in Action: Second Hand Uniform Shop!
𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬! The P&C's 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐩 is reopening just in time for spring!
Grab quality pre-loved uniforms at budget-friendly prices while supporting a more sustainable school community.
📍𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐧
🕒𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 (𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐬 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐲)
🗓️𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 8 𝐨𝐧𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬
𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬: 7:30–8:30 𝐀𝐌
𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬: 2:45–3:45 𝐏𝐌
💳Cash & EFTPOS accepted
👕All items are washed & ready to wear
🎁Donations welcome at the Front Office or Student Services!
P & C Committee