Principal's Report

Maximising learning growth to ensure all students can thrive.

Japan Tour

At the time of this newsletter’s publication, I am excited to be traveling with 24 wonderful students and three staff members on a remarkable journey through Japan. This trip offers our students a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in Japanese culture, gain new perspectives, and experience school life in Japan at our sister school Ota First (Daiichi) High School, Japan.     Our itinerary includes visits to the vibrant cities of Tokyo, Kyoto, and Hiroshima, as well as the cultural and historical treasures of Takamatsu, Nara, and Ohta. From the bustling streets of Tokyo to the tranquil temples of Kyoto, students will have the chance to explore the rich heritage and modern wonders of Japan.  Please keep an eye on our Facebook page, as we will be sharing plenty of photos and updates from our adventure. We look forward to bringing back wonderful stories and memories from this incredible experience.

College Production: Matilda Jr.

Our recent college production of Matilda Jr. truly showcased the immense talent and dedication of our students both on stage and behind the scenes. Over several spectacular performances, our students brought this beloved story to life. The energy and enthusiasm from our performers lit up the stage, with students delivering outstanding singing, dancing, and acting that left the audience thoroughly entertained.   But the magic didn’t just happen on stage. Behind the curtain, another group of students and volunteer staff worked on set design, costumes, lighting, and props, ensuring every detail was perfect. Their creativity and dedication added depth and professionalism to the overall production, making it a true team effort.  I am deeply grateful to the staff who went above and beyond to support the production. Their guidance, passion, and countless hours of preparation helped bring this beloved musical to life and provided our students with an unforgettable experience and wonderful memories that they will take with them into their future lives. I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to our Production Coordinators, Caitlin Lunnon and Jordann West who committed their time and energy to make this production possible. From directing, singing, and choreography to managing backstage set changes and technical operations, their support was instrumental in guiding our students and making Matilda Jr. a resounding success.  We are incredibly proud of everyone involved, and the production was a true testament to the creative spirit, teamwork, and talent within our college community. Congratulations to all our performers, crew members, and staff on an unforgettable show!

End of Term 3 | Start of Term 4 

Thursday 19 September

Thursday 19 September will be the last day of classes for students.   Learning Conferences will be hosted from 4pm – 8pm.  

Friday 20 September

There will be no regular classes on Friday 20th September. It is expected that students accompany their parents to their online Learning Conferences and participate in the discussion of their learning.  

Monday 07 October

All students return to school for Term 4 classes.

Wellbeing Support during the holiday break

As we enter the holiday break, we wanted to share some tips and resources for students and families to support the wellbeing of young people.

Wellbeing support for students during the school holidays: Click here

You will also find some additional supports on the Wellbeing page of this newsletter. 

End of Term

Term 3 has been another great term with many exciting learning opportunities for our students. Within the college we have engaged with Developmental Assessment, Learning pathways, celebrating NAPLAN results success, Course Information Evening, Subject Preference Process, Course Counselling, Mid-Year Awards, Year 10 Formal, State Cross Country, Year 7 Soccer, Intermediate Boys Table Tennis, Middle School Boys Yarra District Basketball, Sustainability: Biodiversity, Victorian High Ability Program, Careers Expo, Hands on Learning, NAIDOC Week, Action Learning Tasks, Learning Walks, Year 11 Gala, Year 10 Leadership Day, Voice of 8, Year 7 Healesville excursions, Maths Games Day, Science Week, VCE VM Excursions to YRTS, Year 8 Badminton, Kitchen Garden, Legal Studies excursion to Melbourne Magistrates Court, Year 8 Table Tennis, Year 9/10 Eastern Zone Soccer, Year 7 Table Tennis, Year 7 Boys/Girls Basketball, Year 9/10 Basketball, Year 9/10 Table Tennis, RYDA Program, Compass/Duke of Edinburgh, Bike Club, Year 12 Social, three day music program, Japan Tour, Year 7 2025 Information Night, Theatre Studies Excursions, Readers Forums, Student Forums, YRTS Coding Excursions, Gymnastics Excursion, Unit 4 Biology – Evolution Melbourne Zoo Excursion, Year 10 Rock Climbing, Year 12 Theatre Studies Performances, Year 8 Camp Howqua, iCan Program, Let’s Talk Workshop, Pitstop Program, Butterflies, Year 11 Consent Workshops, Green Chronicles Celebration Day, SIRC Sports Colours Day, Learning Conferences, CAT’s and SAC’s… just to name a few!

As we wrap up another term, it's been wonderful to see the growth and progress our students have made, both in their learning and wellbeing. I’d like to thank our students and staff for their continued dedication to our College Values of Excellence, Respect, and Responsibility. With the term drawing to a close, I hope everyone takes the opportunity to enjoy a well-earned break. This is a great time to relax and recharge in preparation for next term.  

We look forward to welcoming our community back to school for Term 4 on Monday 7 October.     Take care and stay safe. 

Shane Kruger

Principal.