Parent and Carers Information
Creating Futures Together
State Schools Relief
Campion $150 textbook vouchers
Orders must be placed by Friday 12 December
We're delighted to support students in preparing for the 2026 school year with a $150 Campion Education voucher to use toward ordering school textbooks.This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to making education more accessible, easing the back-to-school transition for families and ensuring students have what they need to succeed from day one.Campion book vouchers can be redeemed online and instore at Campion Education retail outlets.
Please note, Campion book vouchers are limited in supply and subject to availability. Applications should be for textbooks only - a separate application must be submitted for uniform items.
Please contact WHSC email business.manager@whsc.vic.edu.au to discuss how we can help.
New! Bathroom Essentials Packs.
We’re excited to offer our new Bathroom Essentials Pack, designed to support student wellbeing. Each pack includes:
- Herbal Essences Drama Clean Shampoo (300ml)
- Herbal Essences Drama Clean Conditioner (300ml)
- Diversey Soft Care Dermawash Aloe Vera Body Wash (500ml)
- Secure Roll-On Deodorant (50ml)
- Colgate Extra Clean Soft Toothbrush
- Colgate Regular Toothpaste (90g)
- Uneedit Hair Comb (125mm, Black)
- All packed in a convenient drawstring bag.
These packs are ideal for emergency relief, or to support students experiencing hardship. By providing access to basic hygiene items, schools can help students feel more confident, cared for, and ready to engage in learning. Please note, bathroom essentials packs are limited in supply and subject to availability
Please contact WHSC email business.manager@whsc.vic.edu.au to discuss how we can help.
eSmart - Social Media Age Restrictions
What is happening, when and why? From 10th December 2025, social media platforms must take reasonable steps to deactivate social media accounts held by children under 16 and prevent new accounts. A “social media platform” is one that enables social connection and user interaction.The Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Act 2024 introduced these restrictions to delay exposure to social media risks and to allow time for digital literacy and maturity.
Which platforms are affected? As of November 2025, the following platforms are included:• Facebook • Instagram • Snapchat • TikTok • X (formerly Twitter)• YouTube • Threads • Reddit • Kick • TwitchThis list is subject to review. Platforms may be added or removed over time. Children under 16 can still use YouTube Kids and view regular YouTube without logging in (with limited functionality).
Will children under 16 break the law if they continue using social media? No. Children, parents, carers, and teachers will not face penalties. Platforms are responsible for enforcement and may face fines if they fail to comply.
What about existing content? Platforms may deactivate accounts for users under 16 instead of deleting them, but this is not guaranteed. Encourage your child to download any data they want to keep (such as posts, chats, photos, and videos) before December 10. For more information please visit: www.esafety.gov.au
CSEF Applications NOW OPEN
Applications for the 2026 Year 7 uniform package for CSEF recipients are now open.
Who is State Schools’ Relief?
State Schools’ Relief (SSR) is a not-for-profit organisation that works closely with all Victorian government schools. Each year, SSR provides material support, including school uniforms, to families experiencing financial hardship.
Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund
The Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF) was established by the Victorian Government to provide financial support to eligible students to attend camps, sports days and excursions. To find out more, please refer to the Victorian Department of Education website https://www.vic.gov.au/camps-sports-and-excursions-fund
Applications for CSEF support should be made via your child’s school in early 2026.
Each year SSR offers CSEF recipients who are moving into Year 7 the following year, a complimentary uniform package.
2026 Uniform package
The 2026 package contains the following
items:
• 1 bottom item (i.e. pants / trackpants /trousers / shorts)
• 1 pair of shoes
• 1X $85 Uniform Voucher
Please note: SSR uniform provision is in addition to CSEF payments. If you’re aware of a student who is in need of uniform support but not a CSEF recipient, please contact WHSC email business.manager@whsc.vic.edu.au to discuss how we can help.
Eligible families are asked to complete the attached application form and return to the general office or email to wheelers.hill.sc@education.vic.gov.au for processing
Paula Moorman
Assistant Business Manager
School Uniform Update
As part of a State Government review of public school uniform codes to ensure affordability, schools can no longer offer clothing items with logos below the waist. For WHSC this will have minimal impact. We have only have 2 items that have logos below the waist, our sports shorts and navy tracksuit pants.
Our uniform supplier, Lowes, will still provide the same items but without the logos. The new policy will come into effect at the end of Term Four, 2025. All other items remain in place. Students who currently wear plain, navy tracksuit pants or shorts, without the logo on their Sport or PE days are within our current WHSC uniform dress code. Black tracksuit pants, black shorts, hoodies and leggings are not permitted within the policy approved by School Council.
If you would like any additional information about our uniform policy or the Government policy changes, please do not hesitate to contact the College.
Sustainable School Shop
Families and students can buy and sell second hand text books, uniforms, calculators and musical instruments via the Sustainable School Shop. To find out more information or to register to buy and sell please visit their website here
Transport Victoria
From 1 January 2026, people aged under 18 can travel free on all Victorian public transport services using a new youth myki card. This includes trams, trains, buses and coach services.
To access free travel, they must tap the myki card on and off each time they travel. For areas that do not use myki cards, they must show their myki card to travel free.
More information about the youth myki card will be available later in Term 4, 2025 – refer to the myki types webpage on the Transport Victoria website.
For more information about other travel options to school, and support for eligible students, refer to the Travelling to school webpage on the Victorian Government website.
Parking Information
Please find attached a map of the parking restrictions on Raphael Drive as provided by City of Monash Council. The safety of our students at drop offs and collections is a genuine concern for us all and we ask that you respect the parking signage and speed limits so that everyone is safe.
Container Deposit Scheme
Wheelers Hill Secondary College are now registered with Return It. You can help us fundraise for student-led projects by donating your refund to us when you recycle your eligible containers.
There are several local Return It depots. Locations can be found at: https://www.returnit.com.au/vic/recycling-locations-return-it-vic/
To donate your refund to Wheelers Hill Secondary College, please use our donation partner ID C2000065374
Thank you for your support! We will let you know what exciting student-led projects our CDS funds are being put towards.