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ANZAC Day 

RESPECT: We had another lovely service held on the 23rd April at Surf Coast Secondary College. 

A very special thank you to Darryl Topp (ex Commander RAAF) from Torquay RSL for coming in to speak with our staff and students to commemorate those who have worked and fought in our Armed Forces.

Our school principal Erin and our College Captains represented SCSC with aplomb at the Torquay dawn service held at Point Danger on the 25th April 2023 at Jan Juc.  Our Captains spoke so well and it was a beautiful service on a beautiful morning.  

~ Lest we forget. 

Hands On Learning

RESPECT:  On Tuesday the 2nd of May the hands-on learning team prepared and served meals to the community at the Torquay Community Centre. It was a great success and the students did a great job of cooking and serving by creating a warm, friendly environment. We look forward to the next community lunch on 6th of June. 

Year 8 VHAP Industry Design Challenge

FLOURISH:  In March, the Yr 8 VHAP and Strive students had the opportunity to join in on Geelong Tech School’s Industry Design Sprint. The three-day event connected students with local industry to creatively solve a real-life problem businesses face. For this challenge, Thornton Engineering and GenU were invited to work with our future leaders. 

Students were mentored by teachers from Deakin University, the Gordon and Geelong Tech School to come up with cost-effective designs for a footbridge over the Barwon River which could be built using robotic labour, and a method of moving vegetable boxes for people in wheelchairs. 

Our students worked collaboratively in teams with students from schools across Geelong to develop computer aided designs and build 3D models to test their solutions. The event concludes with students presenting their workable solution to industry leaders in a ‘pitch’ to determine which design will win the ‘business contract’.

Year 9 Outdoor Education ~ Wensleydale Camp

"On April the 3rd to the 5th the Year 9 Outdoor Education classes headed to Wensleydale for a camp. Some of the highlights were making S’mores around the fire, mountain biking and playing camouflage.  Something I learnt was how to start a fire. "

~Taylor Woods

Year 9 Coastal Guardians Program

UNITE:  Last week, our Year 9 Students travelled to Torquay Main Beach and engaged in the Coastal Guardians program run by GORCAPA (Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority).  This program is a wonderful opportunity for students to connect and be involved in activities to protect their local environment.

During the lesson, students completed a Coastal Impact Assessment, learnt about the impact of invasive species on dune systems and participated in Marram grass removal.

Year 9 Girl In Charge ~ Strong Women

STRIVE: The Girl In Charge/Strong Women eve was amazing and so inspiring for the girls.  All our girls achieved things they'd never thought they would be able to achieve! 

Kerryn Taylor (KSS Personal Training) shared her incredible story, teaching the girls about there own strength and overcoming the adversity we will all face in life at one point or another.  A wonderful afternoon had by all.

Year 9 Girl In Charge ~ Graduation

FLOURISH: We'd like to extend a massive congratulations to our wonderful Year 9’s who graduated from the Girl in Charge Program at the end of Term 3.

This brilliant program presented our students with Netball Umpiring qualifications, as well as participating in a number of personal development activities, including; self image, nutrition, public speaking, leadership, gratitude and resilience. 

A host of surprise guests also attended the graduation including Marie (Confident Girls Foundation), Abby from the Surf Coast Shire Youth Team, Rose Hodge (Surf Coast Shire Councillor and former Mayor) and Sarah (KESO - Koorie Education Support Officer),

Peter Ward ( Superintendent Victoria Police), Inspector Mick Reid (Victoria Police), along with Andrew Brown from our SCSC principal team.

Thank you to Andrew Brown (Assistant Principal) and Erin Wright (Principal) for always supporting this important program!

Special thanks to our wonderful facilitators Kylie Roberts, Kylie Power, Karina Richmond, Suzy Jones and Cathy Hastie from Victoria Police, along with our very own superstars Jazz and Andi.   Well done to all. 

Year 11 & 12 Women In Trade

Our Year 11 & 12 Vocational Major students had a great session with Viva Energy, learning about Women in Trade.  Our students were really engaged and there was a lot of enthusiasm and interest from our own young female students.   Our students donned the tools, listening and learning about women in trade, the pathways it can take and support networks.  

Year 11 VET Sport and Recreation 

STRIVE: Our Year 11 VET Sport and Recreation Students enjoyed their time in Buchan on their Snowy River adventures!

Year 11 Studio Arts & Year 12 Vis Com ~ NGV 'Melbourne Now' Exhibition

FLOURISH:  Year 11 Studio Art & Year 12 VisCom students travelled to Melbourne to visit the National Gallery of Victoria for the 'Melbourne Now' exhibition, displaying art from leading contemporary designers in Melbourne today.  There was interactive AI design to engage with artworks, as well as exploring other mediums in architecture, graphic design, product design, jewellery and fashion.  It was a great opportunity for immersive study, and enjoy the varying artwork on display.  Students were able to experience the gallery space, whilst informing their design practice for students working in each of these design fields for their folios.  A fantastic day out to begin the term.

National Young Leaders Day

UNITE: At the end of last term, student leaders travelled to the Melbourne Exhibition Centre to attend the National Young Leaders Day. This was a fantastic opportunity for students to hear from leadership mentors and network with other school leaders around Victoria. Such a wonderful representation of SCSC, well done to all involved!

Farmer Strong Sensation 

STRIVE: Last term, the Farmer Strong competition was held on a Sunday at Inglenook Dairy Farm in Dunnstown.  Events were a tractor pull, a potato sack loading medley (including a wheelbarrow run, a sack of potatoes farmer's carry-and-hold, a car press and a mystery event.)  Our very own Jasmine (Jazz) Hoare competed in the "Under 180kg Male/Female" competition.  Jazz came away with 3rd place and won a cowbell, 2 litres of milk and a sack of spuds.

This woman is STRONG (you should see her  pulling a tractor)!  Super impressive! Congratulations Jazz - another exemplary role model from our Girl In Charge Program.

Torquay Tigers Teacher Co-Captain

RESPECT: One of our own teachers, James Darke, has landed a leadership role within our community.  The 4 times Les Ash Medallist has been appointed Co-Captain of the Torquay Football Club for season 2023!

Congrats James!  This is so well deserved and James can utilise his outstanding leadership skills in other fields 🐯🐯🐯