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TERM 4 KEY DATES

Monday 12 October

Year 7-10 PAT Testing

Year 11 Assembly

Tuesday 13 October

Year 7-10 PAT Testing

2027 Year 7 Information Evening and Instrument Trials – Performances by Stringworks and Soundworks.

Wednesday 14 October

Year 7-10 PAT Testing

Year 7 Girls Cricket

2027 Year 7 Exploration Afternoon

Thursday 15 October

Year 7-10 PAT Testing

Short Story Awards Celebration

Friday 16 October

Year 12 Celebration Day - Funfields 

Year 7-10 PAT Testing

Monday 19 - Friday 23 October

Invisible Disabilities Week

Monday 19 October

Dental Van Visit

Tuesday 20 October

Concert Band Soiree

Wednesday 21 October

String Soiree

SEAL Interviews

Thursday 22 October

Year 8 Girls Cricket

Music Rock Showcase

2027 Year 7 Exploration Afternoon

Friday 23 October

Last Day of Year 12 Classes

Tuesday 27 October

English Exam

English as an Additional Language Exam

Wednesday 28 October

Junior School AP Day - Online Safety

Art Making and Exhibiting Exam

English Language Exam

Thursday 29 October

Economics Exam

Literature Exam

Spotlight on Murder Production – 6:30 pm 

Friday 30 October

World Teachers Day

Day for Daniel

Psychology Exam

General Maths Exam

Monday 2 November

Alternate Program Day

Biology Exam

General Mathematics Exam 2

Tuesday 3 November

Melbourne Cup Public Holiday

Wednesday 4 November

Art Creative Practice Exam

VET Allied Health Exam

Algorithmics Exam

Korean Second Language Exam

Business Management Exam

Thursday 5 November

Year 9 Holocaust Museum Excursion

Year 9 Cluster Day

Mathematical Methods Exam 1

Music Composition Exam

Health and Human Development Exam

Friday 6 November

Mathematical Methods Exam 2

Legal Studies Exam

Monday 9 November

Specialist Maths Exam 1

Spanish Language Exam

Physical Education Exam

History Revolutions Exam

Tuesday 10 November

Chemistry Exam

Greek Languages Exam

Media Exam

Wednesday 11 - Friday 13 November

Year 11 Revision Week - No New Coursework or SACs

Wednesday 11 November

Visual Communications Design Exam

Year 11 Assembly

Specialist Mathematics Exam

Accounting Exam

2027 Year 7 Open Afternoon

Remembrance Day – School Service

Thursday 12 November

Physics Exam

Sociology Exam 

Thursday 12 - Friday 13 November

Year 9 Sailing Camp

Friday 13 November

VET Sport and Recreation Exam

Applied Computing: Software Development Exam

Monday 16 November

Year 11 Exams

Systems Engineering Exam

Politics Exam

Monday 16 - 20 November

Year 11 Exams 

Tuesday 17 November

French Language Exam

Italian Language Exam

Music Repertoire Performance Exam

Thursday 19 November

Junior School Learning Partnership Night

International Men's Day

Friday 20 November

Valedictory – Year 12 Music All Stars and Senior Jazz Band

Monday 23 - 27 November

Year 11 & 12 Headstart

Wednesday 25 November

International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women

Thursday 26 November

Middle School SIT

Senior School Presentation Night

Monday 30 November - Friday 4 December

Year 9 & 10 Exams

Wednesday 2 December

Junior School Presentation Night

Friday 4 December

Year 9 Presentation

Year 10 Presentation

Year 8 Assembly 

Year 7 Assembly

Monday 7 - Wednesday 9 December 

Year 9 Wilsons Prom Camp

Monday 7 December - Friday 18 December

Vertical Learning Program

Tuesday 8 December

Year 12 Change of Preference Appointments

Year 6-7 Orientation Day

Friday 18 December

Last Day of Term 4

Year 12 VCE VM Community Projects

Our Year 12 VCE VM students have been making a positive difference through a range of community projects, demonstrating initiative, teamwork and a strong commitment to helping others.

Projects have included repairing and replacing damaged basketball backboards and rings, replacing a missing AFL point post, organising a toy drive for The Big Group Hug, holding a BBQ fundraiser for Carenet, and participating in a rubbish clean-up at Ruffey Lake Park.

These projects have provided valuable opportunities for students to give back to the community, improve shared spaces and support local organisations. Well done to our Year 12 VCE VM students for their efforts and contributions!

Regional Athletics Carnival

Congratulations to our students who achieved fantastic results at the Regional Athletics Carnival!

A special mention to our medal recipients:

• James H – Gold in the 16 Boys Long Jump, Bronze in the 16 Boys Triple Jump and Bronze in the 17 Boys 4x100m Relay.
• Leon L – Bronze in the 17 Boys 200m and Bronze in the 17 Boys 4x100m Relay.
• Kade P and Yousef S – Bronze in the 17 Boys 4x100m Relay.
• Toby S and Ben W – Silver in the 16 Boys Javelin Throw.
• Harlan D – Gold in the 15 Boys Triple Jump.
• April K – Bronze in the 16 Girls Triple Jump.

Well done to all our athletes for their hard work and achievements!

Ultimate Frisbee State Championships 

Our Senior Boys Ultimate Frisbee team represented Doncaster Secondary College at the State Championships, finishing as the second-ranked School Sport Victoria (SSV) team of the day.

This is a fantastic achievement, and we congratulate the team on their efforts, teamwork and sportsmanship!

Murder in the Spotlight 

Three scenes. Plenty of suspects. One killer night of theatre!

Join us on Thursday 29 October at 6:30 pm for Doncaster Secondary College Performing Arts’ final show of 2026 — an evening of mystery, mayhem and comedy!

Featuring scenes from And Then There Were None, The 39 Steps and The Play That Goes Wrong, this theatrical showcase promises suspicious characters, daring escapes, hilarious mishaps and plenty of unexpected twists.

Will you solve the mystery, or will the killer steal the show? 👀

Don’t miss our final Performing Arts show for 2026! Select your seats and book your tickets now.

🔗 https://www.trybooking.com/DQROA

We can’t wait to see you there for a killer night of theatre! 

Mental Health Month - “Together We Thrive”

Mental Health Month is held in October each year, with World Mental Health Day taking place on 10th October. The 2026 theme is “Together We Thrive”. It recognises that while life can often feel overwhelming, connection remains one of the most powerful ways to support our mental health and wellbeing.It is important to raise awareness of Mental Health and reduce stigma. 

In Australia, around 1 in 2 people will struggle with their mental health during their lifetime. There is always support available, regardless of where you’re at in your mental health journey. If you are feeling unsettled or things don’t feel quite right, reaching out early makes a big difference. It is important to raise awareness of mental health, reduce stigma, and encourage people to seek support when they need it. We encourage everyone to start conversations, share your stories and strengthen the connections that help us thrive. Learning more about Mental Health can help you understand what you’re feeling and look after your wellbeing. It can also help you support the people close to you.

When we come together with connection and kindness, we can help each other to truly thrive. If you need support, reach out, contact your mini school or present at intake.

Headspace –  1800 650 890 www.headspace.org.au

Beyond Blue – 1300 224 636 www.beyondblue.org.au 

7E Students Reach State Finals in Prime Minister’s Spelling Bee 

Congratulations to our 7E students who participated in the Prime Minister’s Spelling Bee! Four students progressed to the state finals, an impressive achievement that recognises their spelling skills, effort and dedication.

We are proud of all the students who took part and congratulate the four finalists on their success. Well done, 7E!

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