SCHOOL LEADERSHIP MESSAGE

PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE

School Contributions

At the School Council meeting on Wednesday, we discussed the updated voluntary parent payment arrangements. A letter will be sent to all families shortly outlining the voluntary contribution that families may choose to make.

Under the Department of Education's updated Parent Payments Policy, education at Korumburra Secondary College is provided free of charge. We understand that many families continue to experience cost-of-living pressures, and we want to reinforce that no student will be disadvantaged if a voluntary contribution is not made.

At the same time, voluntary contributions play an important role in supporting the rich and engaging educational opportunities we provide. Beyond the core curriculum, our teachers use their professional expertise to offer a wide range of learning experiences, resources and activities that enhance student engagement and deepen learning. Subjects such as Food Technology, Woodwork and Outdoor Education are just a few examples where additional resources help create meaningful learning opportunities for students.

We encourage families who are in a position to do so to make a voluntary contribution. When many families contribute a small amount, together we can make a significant difference to the educational opportunities available to all students. These contributions help us continue to deliver the highest quality educational experiences for our young people.

Flexible payment arrangements, including instalment plans, are available to support families in managing their household budgets. If you have any questions or would like to discuss the parent payment arrangements further, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Planning for 2027

At this time of year, we are already well underway with planning for the 2027 school year. To ensure we have accurate staffing allocations and can effectively develop our timetable, it is important that we confirm student enrolments as early as possible.

If your child will not be returning to Korumburra Secondary College in 2027, please contact the relevant Sub-School Office as soon as possible. Early notification assists us greatly in our planning and helps ensure the best possible arrangements for all students.

School Strategic Planning

This week, following our recent School Review, staff participated in consultation and planning sessions to help shape the key directions for Korumburra Secondary College's next School Strategic Plan (SSP) and Annual Implementation Plan.

Our next steps include:

Identifying the future goals and aspirations we want to achieve as a school.
Defining our current strengths and areas for further growth.
Determining the key actions required to achieve our goals.

This work will help guide the future direction of our college and ensure we continue to provide outstanding learning opportunities for all students.

HeadStart 2026

Families will have received, or will shortly receive, information outlining the HeadStart Program and end-of-year arrangements.

HeadStart will run from 23 November to 4 December 2026 and forms a vital part of our transition program, supporting students as they prepare for the next stage of their learning journey. By establishing strong foundations before the new school year begins, students are better positioned to maximise their potential and achieve positive outcomes.

The program is designed to:

Familiarise students with their new teachers and classmates.
Introduce students to their Home Group.
Establish classroom expectations, routines and learning programs.
Ensure students feel confident, prepared and ready for the start of the new school year.

We strongly encourage all families to support this important program by ensuring students attend the full two-week HeadStart period.

Please note:

Students entering Year 11 and Year 12 in 2027 will complete the HeadStart Program on 4 December 2026.
Students entering Year 11 in 2027 will have the opportunity to participate in optional work experience from 7-11 December 2026.

Thank you for your continued support of Korumburra Secondary College. Together, we can ensure every student has the opportunity to thrive and achieve their best.

Warm regards,

Emmanuel Skoutas

Principal