Community News

Important Message - Closure to College during first week of the School Holidays

Dear Parents, Carers, Staff and Students,

As previously communicated, works are continuing on site as part of our ongoing Capital Works program.

Asbestos Removal Works

As part of these works, some asbestos removal is required. The health and safety of our school and local community is our highest priority, and all identified asbestos will be removed in strict accordance with occupational health and safety regulations. WorkSafe Victoria will be notified.

A licensed asbestos removalist will carry out the works under the supervision of an independent occupational hygienist, who will also conduct air monitoring. No asbestos removal will take place while students or staff are on site.

School Closure

To ensure the safety of our community, the school site will be closed to all students, families, staff, contractors and members of the public from Saturday, 27 June to Sunday, 5 July inclusive. No access to the school grounds will be permitted during this time.

Following completion of the works, the hygienist will issue a clearance certificate before the site is reopened.

If there are any changes to these arrangements, further communication will be provided.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Regards,

Aaron Smith

College Principal - Pakenham Secondary College

A Reminder to Drive Safely Around Our College

We have recently received a call from a member of our local community asking us to remind families to take extra care when driving in and around the College, particularly during the busy drop-off and pick-up times.

The safety of our students, staff and community members is our highest priority. We kindly ask all drivers to:

Slow down and observe the speed limits.
Be aware of students crossing roads and entering or exiting vehicles.
Avoid double parking or stopping in unsafe locations.
Follow all parking and traffic signage.
Show courtesy and patience to other road users.

By working together and driving safely, we can help ensure that everyone arrives at and leaves the College safely each day.

Thank you for your ongoing support and cooperation.

PSC Debating Club

Subject Contributions

Dear Parents and Carers,

Pakenham Secondary College is dependent on voluntary contributions from parents to achieve the best possible education and support for our students. These contributions support the curriculum programs, school services and resources, together with ensuring the operation of the school's extended learning and co-curricular programs.

Please visit your Compass Portal - Course Confirmation / School Payments, to learn more about how you can make a payment of voluntary contributions. Please contact the General Office via the following email: 8223-excursions@schools.vic.edu.au or phone 5945 1433 should you have any queries.

Please note that information relating to 2026 voluntary contributions is available on our website by clicking on the button below.

Subject Contributions for 2026

Kind Regards

PSC Administration

Cardinia Youth Services School Holiday Program

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Get up to $500 for education costs with Saver Plus

Dear Parents and Carers,

Could an extra $500 help with school camps, excursions, uniforms or other education expenses?

Families may be interested in Saver Plus, Australia’s longest-running matched savings and financial education program. Saver Plus is a free 10-month program designed to help participants build positive savings habits while working towards education-related expenses for themselves or their children.

Eligible participants can receive up to $500 from ANZ to spend on approved education costs, matched dollar-for-dollar with their savings.

To be eligible, you must:

Be 18 years or older
Hold a current Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card
Receive an eligible Commonwealth social security benefit, allowance or payment
Have a child attending school (or starting next year), or be studying yourself
Have a regular income from work (you or your partner)
Agree to join in free online financial education workshops

If you think you may be eligible, or would like to find out more, click here or contact the program directly on 1300 610 355.

Cardinia Leisure Events during holidays

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Nominate an outstanding young person in Cardinia Shire for the 2026 Good Choice Awards

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Victorian Maths Camp 2026

Dear Year 9 and 10 families,

The Department of Education is inviting students in years 9 and 10 who are high ability in mathematics to take part in a Victorian Maths Camp.

The free 5 day, 4-night residential camp is an opportunity for students to:

work with peers and mathematics specialists to solve real-world, team-based problems
hear from industry experts and professionals working in the field.

There will be 4 camps during 2026. They will be delivered by the Australian Mathematical Sciences Institute, based at The University of Melbourne, in collaboration with the Mathematical Association of Victoria. This is a non-school activity.

The camps will take place in Y Discovery Camps across the state. Registration for the first camp during the Term 2, 2026, school holidays is open and closes on 29 June, 2026.

The camp will take place at Lake Dewar Discovery Camp in Myrniong from Monday 6 to Friday 10 July 2026.

For more information and to register, refer to: Victorian Maths Camps Application.

If you would like to know the schedule for future camps, please contact the department’s Student Excellence unit by email: student.excellence@education.vic.gov.au

Please note that this is a Department of Education initiative and is not being administered by Pakenham Secondary College. All registrations, application enquiries and requests for further information should be directed to the Department of Education using the contact details provided above. The College is unable to process registrations or provide additional information regarding the Victorian Maths Camps program.

Melbourne Youth Orchestras Summer School

Taking place at the University of Melbourne in the cultural hub of the city, there are daily rehearsals in symphony orchestras, string orchestras, symphonic bands and jazz orchestras catering for all levels and interests. The week will conclude with celebratory concerts for families and friends to attend.

Dates: Monday 12 January to Saturday 17th January 2026

Where: University of Melbourne Southbank Campus