ALUMNI Update
We kicked off the first day back with two inspiring Alumni sessions designed to set a positive tone for 2026 and encourage students to strive for Optima Semper.
YEAR 11 | ASSEMBLY WITH YUNUS CELIK
The Year 11 cohort recently had the opportunity to hear from alumnus Yunus Celik, who graduated in 2014. Yunus shared his personal journey since leaving school and spoke powerfully about the importance of resilience and connection. He reflected on how these two qualities supported him through VCE and equipped him with the tools needed to pursue his career goals. His message offered valuable encouragement and insight as students begin to shape their own pathways.
YEAR 12 | RECENTLY GRADUATED ALUMNI PANEL
Last week, six recently graduated students returned to share their experiences with the Year 12 cohort. The alumni spoke about what supported their success during Year 12 and reflected on what they might approach differently if they had the chance again. They also offered practical advice on making the most of spare time and embracing opportunities as they arise. Their insights provided valuable perspectives and encouragement as our current students begin their final year of schooling.
Jett Walles graduated in 2025, he will be continuing with growing his barber business, competing in Gold Coast Barber Competition in April.
David Hanna graduated as Dux in 2024 and is studying a Bachelor of Commerce with Provisional Medicine at The University of Melbourne.
Jack Karthigesu graduated in 2025 and will be studying exercise and sport science/nutrition science at Deakin university this year.
Sarah Donato graduated in 2025 and will be studying an honours in paramedicine at Monash peninsula this year.
Alyssa Lancaster graduated in 2025 and will be studying a Bachelor of Biomedical Science at Monash University this year.
Molly Power graduated in 2024 and is about to enter her 2nd year studying occupational therapy at Monash Peninsula.
ALUMNI. CONNECT WITH US
Thank you to all Frankston High School graduates who have already joined our alumni program and contributed back to their school in some way.
For those alumni wanting to become part of the community, we invite you to get in touch by filling out the form here. Alternatively, please email the alumni program coordinator Jane Figas on alumni@fhs.vic.edu.au if you have any questions or if there’s something you would like to discuss.
Please also follow us on Facebook and join our alumni group on LinkedIn, see links below:
Frankston High School Alumni Facebook page
Frankston High School Alumni LinkedIn group
ABOUT THE ALUMNI PROGRAM
Frankston High School is continuing to grow its alumni program in partnership with Ourschool, a not-for-profit alumni program for state secondary schools and the first of its kind in Australia.
By connecting with the alumni program, past students can provide career guidance and work experience opportunities for current students, establish scholarships and bequests, or volunteer in lots of other ways.
Ourschool is working with Frankston High to help these things happen by growing the school’s alumni community and coordinating the involvement of alumni in the school.
Ms Jane Figas
Alumni Program Coordinator