Junior Years Report 

Junior Years Update

It has been a fantastic start to the year for our Junior Sub School with students now well and truly settled into routines and expectations. Our classrooms are purposeful, relationships are strengthening, and it has been wonderful to see our students consistently demonstrating our college values of Excellence, Teamwork, Commitment and Respect in both their learning and interactions with their peers and teachers. 

We continue to emphasise the importance of strong attendance and consistent work habits across all year levels, as these are key foundations for success throughout secondary school. It has been particularly pleasing to see our Year 7 students stepping outside their comfort zones, building confidence and forming new friendships as they transition into the year.

We are also looking ahead with excitement to our upcoming camps — Our Year 8 students are off to Warra Gnan Coastal Camp in Warrnambool in Week 7 and our Year 7 students are headed to Cave Hill Creek in Beaufort in Week 8. These experiences provide valuable opportunities for students to strengthen connections, develop resilience and challenge themselves beyond the classroom.

The Junior Sub School team remains committed to strong relationships, high expectations and providing the right support at the right time to ensure every student feels connected and set up for success. If you require support or have any questions, please contact your child’s Year Level Coordinator or Sub School Leader via phone or email. 

We are looking forward to continuing this momentum and all of the upcoming opportunities over the next few weeks. 

Brylee McNamara 

Assistant Principal  

Every Day Counts: The Importance of School Attendance

At Lara Secondary College, we know that every day at school matters. Daily attendance helps students make the most of learning, friendships and opportunities that shape their future.

We understand there are times when your child may need to miss school. To help minimise disruption, please consider scheduling family holidays or medical appointments outside of school hours. If your child is feeling worried about friendships, schoolwork or exams, coming to school is the best way to get support — staying home can make worries feel bigger.

If your child is finding it hard to attend, please reach out to their Year Level Coordinator or Sub School Leader — we’re here to help. And remember to let us know about any absences promptly via Compass.

For more information about the importance of everyday attendance, see Attendance and Missing School.

Remember, Every Day Counts.

Brylee McNamara - Junior Years Assistant Principal