Belmont High School Newsletter

Principals Report

 

 

 

 

 

Principal’s Report 

 

International Women’s Day

Today, we celebrated International Women’s Day, recognising the incredible contributions of women in shaping our education system and leading the way for future generations. Women have played a massive role in education, driving innovation, fostering inclusive learning environments, and ensuring that our students have the support and opportunities to thrive.

Earlier this week, house captains, Chloe McKay and Evie Rau had the privilege of attending the Soroptimist International Women Leaders’ Breakfast at Kardinia Park. This event brought together inspiring women from various fields, reinforcing the importance of leadership, equality, and empowerment.

At school, our student leadership team has been proactive in promoting gender equality, spearheading a range of initiatives to highlight the significance of IWD. Their efforts culminated in a celebratory luncheon in the library today, where staff and students came together to acknowledge the achievements of women and reflect on the ongoing journey towards equity.

It’s fantastic to see our students embracing this important occasion, ensuring that conversations around equality continue well beyond just one day.

 

Term 1 Key Dates:

  • Monday 10/3: Labour Day Public Holiday
  • Tuesday 25/3: BHS 2026 Open Night
  • Tuesday 1st April: Parent/Student/Teacher Interviews
  • Friday 4/4: BHS Fun Run & Term 1 ends

Geelong Schools Swimming Carnival

 

Congratulations to our swim team for an outstanding performance at last Friday’s GSSSA Swimming Carnival, taking out the Grand Aggregate! A special mention to our boys' team, who dominated the competition, winning every pennant across junior, intermediate, senior, and overall boy’s categories—a truly incredible achievement.

Well done to all our swimmers, and a big thank you to Pete Ingamells and Britt O’Regan for their work behind the scenes to support the team!

 

NAPLAN

 

The NAPLAN testing window opens on Wednesday 12th March. All year 7 & 9 students will look to sit the 4 separate tests over the following 9 school days. The NAPLAN testing helps us form a picture of where students sit academically in both their literacy and numeracy and this forms part of our analysis to ensure we are targeting students at their point of need.

 

2026 SEALP Applications

 

Our SEALP Information Evening on Wednesday was a great success, with a fantastic turnout of families eager to learn more about our Select Entry Accelerated Learning Program. It was wonderful to see so much interest in this opportunity, which provides an enriching and challenging learning experience for high-achieving students.

A reminder to families that applications for the 2026 SEALP intake are due by Friday, 28th March. For full details on the application process and program structure, please visit our website: 2026 SEALP Applications

 

We look forward to welcoming the next group of SEALP students to Belmont High School!

 

Parent Representative School Council Election Results

 

Thank you to all parents who participated in the recent School Council election—whether by nominating, voting, or showing your support for our school’s governance. Your engagement is greatly appreciated and reflects the strength of our school community.

We are pleased to announce the four elected parent representatives who will serve on School Council for the next two years:

  • Christopher McAvaney
  • Tracey Daniel
  • Andrew Sydenham
  • Chris Coulson

We look forward to working with our new council members as we continue to support and improve the learning environment at Belmont High School.

 

2026 Info Session

 

Although we are only just settling into 2025, planning for 2026 is already well underway. Over the coming months, we have a range of opportunities for prospective families to learn more about Belmont High School, including our Open Night and small group tours. These events provide valuable insights into our programs, culture, and the many opportunities available to students.

 

For those interested, you can find more details and book via the links below:

🔹 Open Night bookings: Click here🔹Small group tours: Click here

We look forward to welcoming future students and their families as they begin their journey with us!

 

Belmont High School’s 70th Anniversary Celebration

 

This year marks 70 years of Belmont High School, and we are excited to celebrate this milestone with our school community! To honour our history and achievements, we will be hosting a special Open Day on Wednesday, 7th May, providing an opportunity for past and present students, staff, and families to reconnect and reflect on our journey.

We invite you to join us for a tour of the school, followed by refreshments:

  • 11:00 AM Tour – followed by light refreshments
  • 5:30 PM Tour – followed by refreshments and a chance to gather

To secure your spot, please book your tour via the following link:

70 YEARS OF BELMONT HIGH SCHOOL – TOUR BOOKINGS

We look forward to celebrating this special occasion with you!

 

 

Kind regards,

Joshua Baker

Principal