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Principal's Update

Dear Parents, Carers and Students,

 

Weather and Winter's Return

What a couple of weeks of contrasts! The sunshine arrived and we all started thinking summer had come early and put away the winter woolies, only for winter to make a comeback. Whatever the forecast brings, we all adjust.

 

However, I do need to raise an important safety matter. We became aware during the hot days that some students have been leaving the school grounds to go swimming in Lake Narracan. This is a serious concern. Lake water can be much colder than it looks, conditions can change quickly, and there can be hidden hazards below the surface. Drowning can happen quickly and quietly, even to confident swimmers. 

 

Please talk with your child and discuss the dangers and remind them that students are not permitted to leave the school grounds during school hours without permission. This rule exists to keep them safe and we have a duty of care that applies for the whole school day. 

 

We ask for your help to:

  • Please speak with your child about the dangers of swimming in the lake, especially without adult supervision.
  • Please remind them that leaving school grounds without permission is not allowed and will be followed up by the school.
  • If your child needs to leave during the day, please contact the college so we can record the absence and know where they are; or sign them out on Compass.

 

Thank you for supporting us in keeping every student safe as the weather warms up.

 

Young and Deadly Leaders Event

We were proud to host the Young and Deadly Leaders event at Lowanna College in partnership with our local primary schools on Tuesday. Our own students are stepping up as leaders and planning and running activities for the visiting primary students. It is wonderful to see our young people building confidence, showing initiative and acting as role models for the next generation. Thank you to the students and staff who put so much work into the day and the parents that joined us for morning tea.

 

Year 12 VCE Exams Under Way

Our Year 12 students began their VCE exams this week and we wish them every success. The English exam went very well, with our English teachers describing it as a great exam. We are looking forward to some excellent results. 

 

To all our Year 12s, keep up your routines, look after yourselves and remember how much support you have from the Lowanna College staff, your families and friends. We are very proud of you.

 

Headstart Coming Up

Planning is well under way for Headstart, which will commence at the end of next month. During Headstart, all year levels transition to the next year level, giving students a head start on the learning, expectations and routines for 2027. More details about timetables and what students need to bring will be communicated to students soon. This is an important opportunity to set students up for a successful start to next year.

Lowanna Arts and Music Showcase

The Lowanna Arts and Music Showcase was a wonderful celebration of the creativity and talent of our students. The evening brought together visual art, music and performance from across the College, giving students the opportunity to share their work with an audience of families, friends and staff.

 

The quality of the work on display reflected the commitment of our students and the dedication of our Art and Music staff, who put in many hours of preparation behind the scenes.

The warm atmosphere and enthusiastic response from the audience made it a memorable night for performers and guests alike.

 

Thank you to all the students who took part, the staff who made the evening possible and the families and community members who came along to support them. We look forward to the next showcase.

 

Statewide Transition Day – Tuesday 8 December

We look forward to welcoming our local primary schools back to Lowanna College on Tuesday 8 December for Statewide Transition Day. Our future Year 7 students will be able to explore the school, meet staff, ask questions, get over a few nerves and get to know their new environment. We are excited to welcome them for 2027.

 

Thank you for your continued support of our school community.

 

Bernadette Cropper

Acting College Principal