Celebrations of Learning and Community
ANZAC CEREMONY
On Thursday 24th April, our Secondary Years students and staff came together to commemorate ANZAC Day with a moving and respectful ceremony. This was an opportunity to pause, reflect, and pay tribute to the courage, sacrifice, and service of Australian men and women, both past and present.
The ceremony featured beautiful performances by our Primary Years Choir and Voices of Hazel Glen, whose heartfelt renditions added a powerful and emotional element to the occasion. Their performances captured the spirit of remembrance and reinforced the importance of honouring those who have served our nation.
Our College also proudly participated in the local community’s ANZAC Day Dawn Service, held at the Laurimar Cenotaph. Representing Hazel Glen College, our College Captains respectfully laid a wreath and recited The ANZAC Requiem, demonstrating leadership, pride, and gratitude on behalf of our entire College community.
Lest We Forget.
YEAR 9 CITY EXPERIENCE
Throughout the past two weeks the Year 9's travelled to the City of Melbourne to learn more about Anzac Day and its significance to Australians. Our main destination was the Shrine of Remembrance, where we explored the history of Australian soldiers and the sacrifices they made. Seeing real wartime items and hearing stories gave us a deeper understanding of the courage shown during times of war.
Inside the Shrine, we were shown personal belongings and equipment used by soldiers during World War I and II. From uniforms and weapons to letters and medals, each item told a silent story of bravery and hardship. Standing there made us reflect on what soldiers faced to protect our country.
After visiting the Shrine, we walked through the city and interviewed members of the public. Our goal was to hear their thoughts and personal feelings about Anzac Day. One woman told us how her grandfather had served in the war and died in action. She explained how every Anzac Day brings back strong memories, and for her, it’s a day of deep personal significance.
Others acknowledged Anzac Day as a public holiday, but didn’t celebrate it in any meaningful way. This contrast showed us that while Anzac Day is important to many, its meaning varies from person to person.
This experience taught us that Anzac Day is more than just a holiday. For many Australians, it is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers, some of whom never came home. Interviewing people showed us that stories of war still impact families today. We also realised that the location of interviews mattered - if we had spoken to more people at the Shrine, we likely would have heard even more heartfelt stories.
Personally, I’ve always known that Anzac Day was important, but this trip helped us understand why it matters so much. It’s not just about the past it’s about recognising courage, loss, and gratitude. Most of the people we met said they remember Anzac Day because it’s a time to honour those who gave everything for Australia. It’s a reminder that freedom often comes at a great cost.
We remember. We honour. We thank them.
Lest We Forget.
By Blake L, Keanu M, Jett C, Lachlan G in 9B
YEAR 7 CAMP RUMBUG
Students from the Year 7 cohort headed to Camp Rumbug for Term 2, Week 1. The camp was beautiful and hilly, which certainly allowed for some beautiful views of the Gippsland region. The activities were very engaging and kept the kids moving. Some highlights were the giant swing, canoeing, flying fox and raft building. The campfire and night-time scavenger hunts were also very popular. Hearing all the students encouraging one another at different challenging events and seeing so many students give activities a go is amazing and exactly what camp should be. We want to thank our teachers and leaders who went on the camp and provided encouragement and support for all activities. Hopefully students came back with some amazing stories and memories to last a lifetime.
YEAR 11 CHEMISTRY
Year 11 Chemistry students completing the 'Chemical Composition of a Compound' practical. In this practical they heat up magnesium in a crucible, this magnesium reacts with oxygen to form magnesium oxide and students are able to perform calculations to determine the empirical formula of this compound.
ONTTC STUDENTS OF THE WEEK
ONTTC provides students with vocational courses to complete in conjunction with their regular Year 10, VCE or VCE VM program. This award highlights the effort and commitment the recipient has put in over multiple weeks. The recipient has consistently followed ONTTC’s values of attending with a positive mindset towards Integrity, Growth and Excellence.
- Billy C - Electrotechnology
- Jordan H - Carpentry
LEARNER DISPOSITIONS
Please see our new Learner Dispositions, designed to assist in developing positive learner traits in our Secondary Years students. Students have been introduced to these within their iThrive classes throughout Term 1, with more information relating will be available via Compass Newsfeed.
