🚀 Step-Up Program

A reminder that our Step-Up Program will run from Monday 24 November to Friday 5 December for all students in Years 7–11.

This is not optional - the program marks the official start of Years 8 to 12, 2026.

The Step-Up Program provides students with the opportunity to:

✅ Begin the 2026 curriculum
✅ Meet their new teachers
✅ Get to know the students in their 2026 classes

Meeting their classmates and gaining insight into each subject helps reduce first-day anxiety and ensures a smooth start to their studies.

For students moving into VCE, the program also allows teachers to:

Introduce students to the requirements of the VCAA Study Design for each subject
Provide reading and introductory tasks, including holiday homework, that students can complete over the school break

With SACs scheduled within the first 4 weeks of Term 1, Step-Up is an essential part of Unit 1 and 3. Students can start their VCE studies confidently and well-prepared for the year ahead.

We look forward to seeing all students participate and make a positive, confident start to 2026! 🎉

Staff Professional Practice Day Friday 21 November

Today, our amazing staff spent the day planning and preparing for a smooth transistion into Step-Up, which begins on Monday.

Their hard work and collaboration help ensure our students start their new curriculm confidently and ready to succeed.

Here are a few photos of our staff from today!

🏕️ Reminder: 2026 Year 10 Central Australia Camp – $500 Deposit Due

This is a friendly reminder for parents and carers that the $500 deposit for the 2026 Year 10 Central Australia Camp is due Thursday 11 December, 2025.

The camp is an incredible opportunity for students to explore Central Australia, including:

Uluru & Uluru–Kata Tjuta National Park
Uluru–Watarrka National Park
Kings Canyon
Alice Springs

Total cost: $2,400 (includes transport, camping, entrance fees, and most meals).

Payment schedule:

Deposit: $500 (Non-refundable) – Thursday 11 December 2025
2nd Payment: $1,000 – Early February
3rd Payment: $900 – Late March

A copy of the 2025 Camp Itinerary is available on Compass.

If you have any questions about the camp, please contact the Middle School Office.

School Tour

Lilydale High School welcomes prospective families to visit and tour our School on Thursday 11 December, at 9.00 am.

We look forward to meeting you and sharing what makes Lilydale High School a great place to learn and grow!

2026 Booklists

Booklists are NOW available on the school website homepage from Lilydale Books.

Chromebook Program

The Lilydale High School Chromebook program is separated into two phases:

Phase 1 Year 7 to 9 Chromebook Pgm

Phase 2 Year 10 to 12 Chrome/Notebook Pgm

Purchasing a new device in Year 7 and then again in Year 10 ensures students have a reliable and up-to-date device to support their learning.

2026 Year 11

Presentation Ball

Lilydale High School is delighted to host this elegant evening of dinner and dancing, celebrating our Year 11 students.

📅 Sunday, 29th March

📍 Centrepiece - Melbourne Park

⏰ 6.00 pm – 10.00 pm

💰 $170.00 per person

Tickets are available for purchase online until Friday, 27th February 2026.

📣 School Uniform Reminder

As we approach the end of the school year, students are still required to wear correct school uniform every day. This includes travelling to and from school.

The co-operation of parents and carers is expected in delivering a high standard of appearance for students.

All official uniform items are available for purchase at LOWES Lilydale.

📣 Student Exit Process

End of 2025

Parents and carers of students leaving Lilydale High School at the end of the 2025 school year are asked to complete and return an Exit Form to the Main Office.

Next Pathway Information Required

We need to know the pathway your child will be taking, such as:

Transfer to another school
TAFE (Institute/Course)
Apprenticeship or Traineeship
Full-time or Part-time Employment
Seeking Employment
Other

School Leaving Requirements

Students may only leave school if they have:

Completed Year 10, and
Remain in full-time training or employment until age 17

Approved full-time training options include:

VCE
VCAL
Full-time TAFE
Apprenticeships

Students wishing to leave before these requirements are met must apply for an Exemption through the Regional Director, with support from Lilydale High School.

Careers Exit Interview

All Year 10–12 students exiting the school must attend a Careers Exit Interview with a Careers Counsellor.

If you have any questions about the exit process, please contact the Main Office.

Attendance Reminder

We kindly ask all parents and carers to check their Compass Parent Portal and approve any unexplained absences for their child/children.

Your support in keeping our attendance records accurate and up to date is greatly appreciated.

Stay Connected – Follow Us on Facebook!

To stay up to date with the latest news, events, and important updates from Lilydale High School, we encourage all parents and carers to follow our official Facebook page:

👉 Lilydale High School – OFFICIAL

It’s a great way to stay informed and engaged with school life!

COMPASS APP: PARENT USERS

Helpful Parent App Training Videos

How to create an absence note for your child

Pay and Consent for an Event

Update My Details in the App

How to Send an Email to your child's teacher

How to view Learning Tasks

How to view your child's Semester Report