Secondary School

On this page: SACE Merits and ATAR Dux, Year 12 Orientation Day, Vocational Education and Training (VET), Events.

Recognising Stage 2 Merits and our 2023 ATAR Dux

At our Year 11/12 Assembly on Monday 12 February, we celebrated the exceptional accomplishments of our students in 2023. In particular, seven Year 11 students were recognised for achieving an A+ with Merit for their Research Project. 

Congratulations to these students, who were also able to recently attend the SACE Merit Ceremony at Government House.

Additionally, we were privileged to have our esteemed old scholar and ATAR Dux of 2023, Lacey, share invaluable insights and reflections that contributed to her remarkable success, inspiring our current students on their academic and personal journey in Year 11 and 12. 

Year 12 Orientation Day

Our Year 12 students started their Orientation Day with an uplifting visit to Gateway Baptist, where they engaged in a heartfelt time of praise and worship. They received a thoughtful God-honoring message from their Home Group teachers and Joel Overweel, setting a positive tone for the year ahead. 

The day also fostered community and camaraderie as students participated in a Home Group discussion to strengthen their bonds and understand each other better. Highlighting the day's events, a drumming workshop offered a unique opportunity to connect through music; each student playing a drum, creating a beautiful harmony. 

The day concluded on a high note with fun-filled bowling and laser tag games, rounding off a memorable start to their final year!

Allison Storey 

Secondary Science Coordinator

Year 12 Pastoral Coordinator  

Vocational Education and Training 

Vocational Education and Training (VET) highlights hands-on industry areas. Surveying is one of these; the engineering field of Spatial Science. It is an exciting field that combines math, practical work, and outdoor adventures. In South Australia, there's a big need for skilled surveyors which means plenty of job opportunities. Starting out with a Surveying Technician VET qualification, is the the first step to becoming a Licensed Surveyor with University study. If your child enjoys math and being outside, surveying could be a rewarding career path  for them! 

Surveying School Holiday Program

This free school holiday program, hosted by Alexander Symonds Surveying is an opportunity for students to learn how to apply Spatial Science, using cutting edge technology for hands-on learning. 

15-17 April 2024

Cornerstone College, Mount Barker 

Cost: FREE 

Find out more

About Alexander Symonds Surveying 

The leading and longest serving surveying company in Australia offer the following:

• Come Try Surveying
• one day programs (dates TBA). Join in for a day to hear about what they do and use cutting edge technology to do what they do.
• Observational Work Experience
• (ongoing throughout 2024). Spend four days at Alexander Symonds Surveying and find out what surveying is all about.

These programs are provided free of charge. If you're interested in upcoming dates please register your interest with Glenn via ghastings@alexander.com.au 

Defence Force Work Experience Program

The Australian Defence Force has a number of unique work experience opportunities available to school students throughout the year. These placements are competitive and students will need to apply early to be considered. Ideal for students interested in a career in the defence forces including:

• Ship Building and Submarines
• Aviation and Space
• Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
• Media and Communications
• Information and Technology, Cyber and Intelligence
• Healthcare – Doctor, Nurse, Medic, Dentist, Psychologist, Pharmacist
• Combat and Security
• Trades – Electrical, Mechanic, Carpentry, Hospitality, Plumbing
• Legal and Law Enforcement

View the PDF about Defence Work Experience Program here

Discover available work experience opportunities in SA at the Defence Force Work Experience Website

Secondary Events

Events for Term 1 are listed below, however, are subject to change: