SENIOR | School Update

Dear Parents/Carers and Students

As I write this, our Year 12 students are completing their final Unit 4 assessments and beginning focused revision in preparation for their VCAA end-of-year examinations. For our students, these commence with the Languages examinations on Monday 6 October, followed by English and English as an Additional Language on Tuesday 28 October, and continue through until Wednesday 19 November. 

Meanwhile, 80 of our Year 11 students are preparing to head off on Saturday 13 September for an incredible trip to Central Australia. Many students reflect on this trip as a highlight of their time at Frankston High School. We wish our students and staff a safe and memorable experience exploring the beauty of Central Australia. A special thank you to the dedicated staff attending, led by trip coordinator Mrs Jodie Burton and supported by Ms Jas Rabinov, Mrs Tina Thomas, Ms Ginger Parker, Ms Leonie Argiriou, Ms Sienna Robson, Mr James Cameron, Mr James Arshid, Mr Sam Webster, and Ms Melody Westlake. 

Our students studying a Unit 3/4 subject will also be completing important practice examinations during the September school holidays. These provide invaluable preparation and feedback ahead of the final VCAA exams. Thank you to our Year 12 teaching team, who continue to work tirelessly to support students to achieve their personal best, alongside the Year 12 Coordination Team — Ms Brittany Harvey, Ms Kelly Mitchell and Ms Kate Burgess.

Study tips and tricks

Linked below is an article from The Age showcasing some tips from past students who have achieved outstanding ATAR results.

Gearing up for exams? Here are some valuable lessons for VCE

• VCE navigator. A detailed guide to navigating exams, including what’s covered and how marks are awarded.
• Examination timetable.
• Approved Materials list
• External assessor reports. An in-depth review of how students performed on last year’s exams with tips on what led to higher or lower scores.
• Past examinations.
• Study design. Look out for new study designs, where past exam papers may not help you.

Year 11 Term 3 Celebration Assembly

On Thursday 11 September, the Year 11 Coordination Team — Ms Milne, Ms Rabinov, and Mr Trickovic — hosted a Celebration Assembly prior to the Central Australia trip. At this event, students were recognised for 95%+ attendance, House Points achievements, and Pillar Awards in line with our school values.

• Excellence Pillar Award – recognising outstanding achievement in academics, extracurricular activities, or personal skill development: Mietta Lang-Gowing and Thomas Hernan.
• Community Pillar Award – recognising contributions to school and community through service, leadership, and teamwork: Zoe Cross and Henry Code.
• Aspiration Pillar Award – celebrating perseverance, ambition, and goal-setting: Orlando Phanivong and Heidi Van Kuyk.

Congratulations to all recipients, and thank you to the Year 11 team for their ongoing care and support of our students.

SSV State Champions AFL Senior Girls

Congratulations to the Year 11 and 12 Senior Girls AFL team being the SSV State Champions for 2025! We are so excited for you all and your amazing coaches Ms Parker, Ms Burton and Ms Dragwidge!

RUOK? Day – Thursday 11 September

Last week our school community came together to celebrate RUOK? Day, a powerful reminder of the importance of checking in with those around us. Staff and students embraced the day with positivity, wearing a splash of yellow to raise awareness and spark meaningful conversations. It was wonderful to see our community living out the values of care, connection, and support that make Frankston High School such a special place.

Looking ahead to Term 4 on the Senior Campus.

Year 12

• Final Assembly – Tuesday 14 October (Period 2, Stadium, 7–10 Campus).
• Last Day of VCE Classes – Friday 17 October (PJ Day).
• Celebration Day – Monday 20 October (breakfast, shirt signing, time capsules).
• Revision Program – commencing Tuesday 21 October (SWOT VAC).
• Valedictory – Wednesday 19 November, Crown Palladium.

Year 11

• End-of-Year Examinations – Monday 17 November – Thursday 27 November.
• Year 12 Early Commencement Program – Monday 1 December – Friday 5 December.

Save The Date | Monday 15 December 

The Frankston Arts Centre will host the annual Frankston High School Presentation Night where we gather as a community to recognise and celebrate the diverse achievements of our students.

For our Year 12 students, as you prepare for your final examinations, I encourage you to stay focused and dedicated during this crucial revision period. While it's important to give your studies your best effort, remember to balance your hard work with moments of rest and relaxation. Take care of your health, both physically and mentally, and stay connected with the relationships that support and inspire you. We are all incredibly proud of the journey you’ve taken to reach this point, and we have every confidence that your determination and resilience will lead to success. 

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible Senior Team—Ms Brittany Harvey, Ms Kelly Mitchell, Ms Kate Burgess, Ms Leanne Milne, Ms Jasmine Rabinov, Mr Alex Trickovic, Ms Tina Thomas, Ms Carolyn Mciver, Ms Carla Caminiti, Ms Michaeli Lyon, Ms Teena Borshoff, Ms Rhonda Gifford, Ms Claudia Tymms, and Ms Melissa Donegan—for their unwavering support and encouragement of our Year 11 and 12 students throughout Term 3. Your dedication has made a lasting impact, and we deeply appreciate your commitment to guiding our students through this pivotal stage of their studies.

Enjoy a restful holiday and we will see you back on the Senior Campus in Term 4.

Ms Tiffany Greenhill

Campus Principal

Senior School

We understand families calendar book up quickly. Please see below for some important dates to note.

Click Here for Senior School key contacts

Click Here for Year 11 only Calendar Dates

Click Here for Year 12 only Calendar Dates

Year 12 VTAC Applications 

All Year 12 students intending to apply to university or other tertiary institutions via VTAC should now be nearing completion of their applications. Please continue to

• Regularly check your VTAC account (inbox) and personal emails for important message and updates

• Regularly check your school emails/schedules for careers meetings, VTAC check meetings & course preference emails 

• Review your course preferences carefully, making sure to meet all course requirements — not just the prerequisite subjects. This may include:

  • English language proficiency declarations

  • Additional tests

  • Selection tasks

  • Auditions

  • Other requirements

• Pay the course application fee as soon as possible. The current fee is $80 and applies until 29th September (Late Application fee $160 closes 31st October & Very late application fee $200 closes 5th December).

• Keep track of all key VTAC due dates 

• Submit SEAS and scholarship applications before the due date/time on 10th October.

• Review the VTAC guide 

Make sure you stay on top of these tasks to avoid missing out on important opportunities.

Students requiring support can attend the VTAC lunchtime sessions on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays.