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Years 10,11 & 12

Welcome new students to the Senior Hub

We are excited to welcome our 2026 Year 10 students to the Senior Hub! Over the past two weeks, students have participated in Headstart classes, explored the classrooms in the senior building, settled into their new lockers, and met their teachers.

These activities have helped students build confidence, make connections, and lay strong foundations for a successful start to 2026. We’re looking forward to an amazing year ahead!

2025 Graduating class

What a year it has been! We are thrilled to celebrate the amazing achievements of our 2025 VCE and VCE VM students. From incredible ATARs to outstanding study scores, our students have shown dedication, resilience, and sheer determination—2025 has truly been a year to remember!

Congratulations to our Dux students:

🎓Mary – our VCE Dux with a phenomenal ATAR of 92.2, earning the prestigious Townsend Award for the highest VCE ATAR. Your hard work and passion have paid off, Mary—congratulations!

🎓Lillian – our VCE VM Dux, awarded the Fischer Award for the top achiever in the VCE Vocational Major program. Your commitment and versatility across practical and academic subjects are inspiring!

And let’s not forget our other high achievers:

🎓6 students with an ATAR above 80

🎓12 students with an ATAR above 70

🎓4 students just shy of 70, scoring 69

🎓6 students with exceptional 40+ study scores

A huge congratulations to all our VCE and VCE VM students! Your dedication, resilience, and achievements make us incredibly proud. What a way to finish the year on a high note—2025, you have been unforgettable!

Gumbuya World

On a sunny Friday to celebrate the year before starting Headstart, 75 of our 2025 Year 10 students enjoyed a day at Gumbuya World.  They enjoyed the waterslides, pools, rides and a wildlife show.

Energy Breakthrough 2025

Students and staff from Bairnsdale Secondary College recently travelled to Maryborough to take part in the 2025 Energy Breakthrough event. Throughout the year, students collaborated to design and build a Human Powered Vehicle (HPV) — a fully enclosed tricycle — while developing their understanding of how technology can reduce environmental impact. Across the event, students presented to judges, explaining the vehicle’s design, construction and safety features. The major highlight was the team’s participation in a demanding 24-hour time trial on a street circuit around Lake Victoria. Taking turns to pedal the 1.6-kilometre course, the students showed determination and teamwork. Despite periods of early-morning rain, the team stayed positive, enthusiastic, and proud to have completed one of the event’s most challenging endurance races.

AFL excursion

On Wednesday 10th December, 8 students attended a leadership forum held by Collingwood Football Club in Moe. Students were treated to a talk on inclusion and leadership by some of the 2023 AFL Premiers in Steele Sidebottom, Isaac Quaynor and Roan Steele. With a selection of students from other schools from across Gippsland, the group had the opportunity to ask questions of the Football leaders and get an insight into their world and the challenges they face.

The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (25 November – 10 December) 

16 Days of Activism is a global campaign that challenges all forms of violence and promotes equality, safety, and respect. While this movement is international, its message is just as important within our own school community.

This year, our focus has been on Respectful Behaviour—the everyday actions that make our school a safe and welcoming place for everyone. Respectful behaviour isn’t just about being polite; it helps prevent bullying, harassment, and gender-based violence. By modelling respect in our words and actions, we contribute to a school environment where every student feels valued, supported, and safe. 

As part of the campaign, our Year 10 (2026) Level Leaders took the initiative to create text call-outs highlighting key messages about respect. Their collaborative effort produced a striking display that reflects both creativity and commitment to the cause. We are incredibly proud of their leadership and teamwork in promoting a positive school culture.

Save the Date: Year 11 Formal 2026

Get ready to celebrate in style! Friday 27th March 2026 is the date for next year’s Year 11 Formal—an evening full of fun, friends, and unforgettable memories.

To get everyone prepared, dance lessons will be held on Wednesday evenings in Term 1 2026, so students can perfect their moves for the big night.

And stay tuned—an exciting theme for the Formal will be announced soon! 

2026 Ready 

Please remember to bring your laptop charged and ready, books and stationery, and full school uniform.  Please see the hub if you need any assistance, we are happy to help.