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Principal's Report Welcome to Term 4, Farewelling the Class of 2026, Finishing Strong: VCE Examinations, Strong Starts to Every Lesson, Uniform: Pride in Our College

Consent for School Events on COMPASS

2027 Space-X-plore Tour Reserve Your Spot Today

DAT Show

SRC News

Maths News AIO Competition – AUSTRALIAN INFORMATICS COMPETITION

Library News CREATE TO INSPIRE THROUGH OUR HIGHVALE WRITERS CLUB!, OCTOBER TREATS ARRIVALS, CELEBRATING STUDENTS’ CREATIVITY, VICTORIAN STATE SCHOOL SPECTACULAR 2027, CONNECT, CREATE AND CELEBRATE AT THE VICTORIAN SENIORS’ FESTIVAL

Sports News Region Athletics: , State Athletics:

Music News Spring Concert, VCE Music Performances, Lunchtime Performances - R U OK Day & More, Upcoming Tours, Renewals Coming Up Soon

Careers News Year 12 Results, ATAR & Change of Preference, 🎓 ATAR & VCE Results, 🔄 Change of Preference, ⭐ Tips for Ordering Your Preferences, ❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Healthy Minds @Highvale Exams and Wellbeing: Looking After Yourself While You Study

Senior School Handbook

Chess Club Chess Club is Back in Full Swing

Highvale Alumni Calling All Highvale Alumni!

Important Reminders Personal Property at School, Parental Communication

New Parking Signs and Road Safety Reminder

First Aid News

Tutoring

Smile Squad

Wellbeing Team Meet the Highvale Secondary College Wellbeing Team, Referral to the Wellbeing Team, External Mental Health & Wellbeing Support, Emergency & Immediate Crisis Support

2026 Year Level Coordinators Banner Photo

2026 Year Level Coordinators Year 7 Coordinators, Year 8 Coordinators, Year 9 Coordinators, Head of Junior School, Year 10 Coordinators, Year 11 Coordinators, Year 12 Coordinators, Head of Senior School

Community News Help your learner get on the road with a free driving lesson!, Updated Bus Timetable , Social Media Age Restrictions: A guide for parents and carers

General Reminders General Office & Reception, School Drop-Off & Car Park, Attendance Reminders, Late Arrivals, Early Departures, VCE SAC Absences:, School Crossing Safety, Lost Property, Canteen – Online Lunch Ordering, Public Transport – Prepaid Buses, Library Hours

School Uniform PSW, Trading Hours

Sustainable School Shop

Child Safety & Wellbeing

School Crossing

Mobile Phones - Student Use

Canteen Menu & Pricing

Music News

Ben PLANT

Music Coordinator

Classroom Teacher

We've had a busy time this last term in the Highvale Secondary Music Program!

Spring Concert

e saw some fantastic performances from our senior musicians at the Spring Concert. Featuring performances from all of our senior ensembles as well as some excellent performances from the VCE Music students, soloists, bands and small ensembles, for some Year 12s this was their last performance for us! Great to see some of the younger students stepping up to open the show and help out in the stage and tech crew, ready to lead the program in the future.

VCE Music Performances

Our hard-working VCE Music students have commenced their performance exams, having perfected their program over countless class performances, assessments, SACs, after-school performances and rehearsals. Without exception, I'm extremely proud of their efforts over this year - please wish them all a successful and enjoyable performance exam!

Lunchtime Performances - R U OK Day & More

We've seen a lot of students putting their hands up to perform and crew for all sorts of events across the school community, from Symphonic Strings and Stage Band (plus some exceptional bands and soloists) at R U OK Day and assemblies and events throughout the year. These students are modelling a growth mindset exceptionally well, taking every opportunity to grow and expand their skills - not to mention share their wonderful abilities with the rest of us!

Upcoming Tours

Term 4 is when our performers visit the local community to perform at aged care facilities, libraries and primary schools. Keep an eye out for these events as they're a fantastic way to connect with community and share music with some extremely appreciative and receptive audiences.

Renewals Coming Up Soon

Renewals for instrumental music lessons will be sent out very soon, so please make sure to complete the process as soon as possible to secure your spot for 2027. New students are always welcome - come see Mr Plant if you'd like to organise a trial lesson!