Alternate Programs

Welcome back to another year. It is crazy to think that last year has gone and we are in 2024. I hope the break has not been too stressful for parents and carers and that students have had some down time over summer.

I would like to welcome new and returning members to the Alternate Programs team this year: Ben Murphy (Leading Teacher - McKenzie Creek), Ronnie Couch (Teacher – McKenzie Creek), Pascall Patterson (Education Support – McKenzie Creek) and Kim Drummond (Senior Program).  It’s also important to acknowledge the fantastic work that has been done by Liam Offer as Assistant Principal over the last four years, and we wish him all the best in his new position leading Year 9/10 on Baillie St.

It has been fantastic to see so many parents/carers and students over the last week for our induction meetings that have been taking place for students to return. If your child has not had a meeting, please get in touch to organise. Students need to have had an induction meeting to begin.

Senior students at the Dimboola Road campus are all working on the new state-wide senior curriculum this year, either completing their Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC) or Victorian Certificate of Education – Vocational Major (VCE-VM).  Our junior students at McKenzie Creek have also commenced their program for the year with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy skills.  To all parents and carers, please make sure to reach out to program leaders or myself if you need support throughout the year or want more information.

Looking forward to a great 2024.

Dan Garner