Year 12 Chemistry Excursion to Ecolinc
On Tuesday 20 August the Year 12 Chemistry class visited Ecolinc in Bacchus Marsh. They performed an experiment where they made some smelly compounds called Esters, were able to use the infrared spectroscope and used the HPLC (high pressure liquid chromatography machine) to analyse and identify the unknown sample of aspirin or paracetamol they were given.
Ms Killen - Science Learning Area Leader
Year 12 Chemistry Excursion to Ecolinc

On Tuesday 20 August the Year 12 Chemistry class visited Ecolinc in Bacchus Marsh. They performed an experiment where they made some smelly compounds called Esters, were able to use the infrared spectroscope and used the HPLC (high pressure liquid chromatography machine) to analyse and identify the unknown sample of aspirin or paracetamol they were given.
Ms Killen - Science Learning Area Leader
Principal's Report
Smartstart
Year 12 exams have finished and we have now moved into exam mode for years 11 and 10. In order to maximise the available time following the exam period it has been customary f...

Smartstart
Year 12 exams have finished and we have now moved into exam mode for years 11 and 10. In order to maximise the available time following the exam period it has been customary for schools to begin working on the next year’s program in advance. We refer to our program as Smartstart and all students in years 10 and 11 (and some year 9 students) do the step-up into VCE to give them a flying start for the year to come. These students are working hard to come to grips with the demands of VCE.
Included in this edition of our Parent Bulletin, in a separate article, is a summary of Geelong High School's 'Student Use of Mobile Phones Policy.' Please have a read to familiarise yourself and be aware of this updated School Policy to assist in a succesful implementation throughout our school.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Smartstart
Year 12 exams have finished and we have now moved into exam mode for years 11 and 10. In order to maximise the available time following the exam period it has been customary for schools to begin working on the next year’s program in advance. We refer to our program as Smartstart and all students in years 10 and 11 (and some year 9 students) do the step-up into VCE to give them a flying start for the year to come. These students are working hard to come to grips with the demands of VCE.
Included in this edition of our Parent Bulletin, in a separate article, is a summary of Geelong High School's 'Student Use of Mobile Phones Policy.' Please have a read to familiarise yourself and be aware of this updated School Policy to assist in a succesful implementation throughout our school.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Financial Hardship

Good Afternoon
Families that may currently be experiencing financial hardship can reach out to the following services below for further assistance.
Please see the below information in regards to a secondhand uniform supplier, Second Hand School Specialists.
Concern, details below, can assist with E-Text, books and stationery for families experiencing financial hardship:
Concern - 272 Torquay Road
Appointments available also via drop in/prefer telephone call first.
Tel. 4210 1100
Confidential service and other supports offered including NIL loans to start school/reduce bills.
Mon - Friday 9am to 12pm
Parents should make contact now, as their funds run out close to the middle of December.
Salvation Army Doorways Program - offering extra food, both new toys and clothing for Christmas as well as fun and amazing family activities. They have a purpose built area set up to shop in - all goodies are brand new! You need to register by calling this number; Tel. 5223 9200
Secondhand School Supplies (Books and Uniforms)
9 Star Street
Geelong
Tel: 5229 7766
info@secondhandschoolsupplies.com.au
www.secondhandschoolsupplies.com.au
Wellbeing Team
Geelong High School
Good Afternoon
Families that may currently be experiencing financial hardship can reach out to the following services below for further assistance.
Please see the below information in regards to a secondhand uniform supplier, Second Hand School Specialists.
Concern, details below, can assist with E-Text, books and stationery for families experiencing financial hardship:
Concern - 272 Torquay Road
Appointments available also via drop in/prefer telephone call first.
Tel. 4210 1100
Confidential service and other supports offered including NIL loans to start school/reduce bills.
Mon - Friday 9am to 12pm
Parents should make contact now, as their funds run out close to the middle of December.
Salvation Army Doorways Program - offering extra food, both new toys and clothing for Christmas as well as fun and amazing family activities. They have a purpose built area set up to shop in - all goodies are brand new! You need to register by calling this number; Tel. 5223 9200
Secondhand School Supplies (Books and Uniforms)
9 Star Street
Geelong
Tel: 5229 7766
info@secondhandschoolsupplies.com.au
www.secondhandschoolsupplies.com.au
Wellbeing Team
Geelong High School
Geelong High School House Picnics

A Celebration of 2019 with House Staff and Students
The school will travel to various beaches for the annual House Picnics on Friday 13 December. This is a celebration of everything we've achieved in the year and a chance for staff and students to enjoy a day at the beach, with games and activities such as swimming and beach sports - and hopefully some great weather!
Each House has their own picnic spot, but parents must provide payment and consent before midnight on Friday 6 December, via Compass.
There will be an opportunity for students to arrange lunch via a Fish & Chip order that will be managed through the House Office. Please note that this event may be altered due to weather. Transport in both directions will be via bus from Geelong High School.
Check Compass for more details and contact your House Leader for more information.
Mr Ben Langdon
Leigh House Leader
A Celebration of 2019 with House Staff and Students
The school will travel to various beaches for the annual House Picnics on Friday 13 December. This is a celebration of everything we've achieved in the year and a chance for staff and students to enjoy a day at the beach, with games and activities such as swimming and beach sports - and hopefully some great weather!
Each House has their own picnic spot, but parents must provide payment and consent before midnight on Friday 6 December, via Compass.
There will be an opportunity for students to arrange lunch via a Fish & Chip order that will be managed through the House Office. Please note that this event may be altered due to weather. Transport in both directions will be via bus from Geelong High School.
Check Compass for more details and contact your House Leader for more information.
Mr Ben Langdon
Leigh House Leader
GPEP Central Australia - Alice Springs Camp

Below are some wonderful and insightful student reflections from the Northern Territory Camp that ran from 27 October to 2 November 2019.
My experience on the Northern Territory camp was truly unforgettable and I have memories to last a lifetime. I knew that this camp would change my life but I didn’t know just how hard it would hit me. The first things that hit were, of course, the heat, the flies and missing the small things that are taken for granted, such as showering each day.
Completing the 10km base walk of Uluru, Kata-Tjuta and the 6km hike of Kings Canyon starting with “heart attack hill” were truely amazing. The views were incredible and seeing the sunrise at Kings Canyon and the sunset over Uluru one night was unforgettable, making getting up at 4am just that little bit more rewarding. Learning all of the culture and stories over the whole camp was incredible, especially at Uluru, where the stories came to life. Learning the story about the devil dingo was remarkable, especially when we could look up and see the giant paw print left by the dingo and the outline of a woman, who’s head was missing.
Staying at the indigenous community of Lilla was an experience of a lifetime. Spending time with the local kids was just a bonus. Playing games with them including Connect Four and basketball made the trip that whole lot better and easier to withstand the heat. Learning dot painting and spear throwing was unbelievable as well as learning about the stars in our astronomy lesson, something that I will remember forever. Going down to the water holes at Lilla was incredible and being able to just sit there for a while in silence whilst enjoying the serenity, was amazing. Even though some days were hard and hikes were challenging, being able to look up at night as you went to sleep in your swags and see all the stars made it just that little bit more special.
I will forever be grateful that I had the opportunity to go on this remarkable camp and create lasting friendships, memories and be apart of what was one big family.
Tahlee Watson Year 9BA
The Northern Territory camp is one of the best experiences I have ever had in my life. Learning about 'indigenous' culture was definitely the best part about my truip. The way they live is amazing and keeping to their tribal traditions as well as adapting to our lifestyle.
I personally never thought that I would ever go to the Northern Territory in my life. All the amazing place's we went to like Kings Canyon, Uluru and Lilla, which is a remote community.
We slept under the stars every night. On the second night we had an Astronomy lesson, our tour guide showed us how to find planets, stars, patterns and how to tell where North, East, South West is.
Like me, I think all of my class mates that went on the trip got so much out of it.
Big thanks to all the staff involved for making it a trip to remember.
Dom. B.
Below are some wonderful and insightful student reflections from the Northern Territory Camp that ran from 27 October to 2 November 2019.
My experience on the Northern Territory camp was truly unforgettable and I have memories to last a lifetime. I knew that this camp would change my life but I didn’t know just how hard it would hit me. The first things that hit were, of course, the heat, the flies and missing the small things that are taken for granted, such as showering each day.
Completing the 10km base walk of Uluru, Kata-Tjuta and the 6km hike of Kings Canyon starting with “heart attack hill” were truely amazing. The views were incredible and seeing the sunrise at Kings Canyon and the sunset over Uluru one night was unforgettable, making getting up at 4am just that little bit more rewarding. Learning all of the culture and stories over the whole camp was incredible, especially at Uluru, where the stories came to life. Learning the story about the devil dingo was remarkable, especially when we could look up and see the giant paw print left by the dingo and the outline of a woman, who’s head was missing.
Staying at the indigenous community of Lilla was an experience of a lifetime. Spending time with the local kids was just a bonus. Playing games with them including Connect Four and basketball made the trip that whole lot better and easier to withstand the heat. Learning dot painting and spear throwing was unbelievable as well as learning about the stars in our astronomy lesson, something that I will remember forever. Going down to the water holes at Lilla was incredible and being able to just sit there for a while in silence whilst enjoying the serenity, was amazing. Even though some days were hard and hikes were challenging, being able to look up at night as you went to sleep in your swags and see all the stars made it just that little bit more special.
I will forever be grateful that I had the opportunity to go on this remarkable camp and create lasting friendships, memories and be apart of what was one big family.
Tahlee Watson Year 9BA
The Northern Territory camp is one of the best experiences I have ever had in my life. Learning about 'indigenous' culture was definitely the best part about my truip. The way they live is amazing and keeping to their tribal traditions as well as adapting to our lifestyle.
I personally never thought that I would ever go to the Northern Territory in my life. All the amazing place's we went to like Kings Canyon, Uluru and Lilla, which is a remote community.
We slept under the stars every night. On the second night we had an Astronomy lesson, our tour guide showed us how to find planets, stars, patterns and how to tell where North, East, South West is.
Like me, I think all of my class mates that went on the trip got so much out of it.
Big thanks to all the staff involved for making it a trip to remember.
Dom. B.
Principal's Report
Reminder Mobile Phone Policy Parent/Carer Input
Thank you to the parents who were able to attend the recent Mobile Phone Forums. We views and insight we obtained was very valuable. Our ai...

Reminder Mobile Phone Policy Parent/Carer Input
Thank you to the parents who were able to attend the recent Mobile Phone Forums. The views and insight we obtained was very valuable. Our aim is to have the new Student Use of Mobile Phones Policy out to Parents/Carers within the next two weeks. What has become evident is that Parents/Carers want a firm position that is consistently applied across the school. It is likely that this will mean Parents/Carers having to come and collect the phone if it is not left in the locker as required. There are also likely to be consequences for students who breach the rules.
VCE Exams Progressing Well
The year 12s (and year 11 students doing a unit 3 – 4 sequence) are well into their exams now and all is progressing well. Year 11s have completed a week of their Step-up into year 12 classes and are working well. In speaking to this cohort earlier this week I felt they were approaching this time with the appropriate positive, growth mind-set. My message essentially was that they have earnt the right to be in year 12 and that, even though it will be hard, they can do hard work. We, their teachers and you, their parents, will support them through this challenging but also exciting time.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Reminder Mobile Phone Policy Parent/Carer Input
Thank you to the parents who were able to attend the recent Mobile Phone Forums. The views and insight we obtained was very valuable. Our aim is to have the new Student Use of Mobile Phones Policy out to Parents/Carers within the next two weeks. What has become evident is that Parents/Carers want a firm position that is consistently applied across the school. It is likely that this will mean Parents/Carers having to come and collect the phone if it is not left in the locker as required. There are also likely to be consequences for students who breach the rules.
VCE Exams Progressing Well
The year 12s (and year 11 students doing a unit 3 – 4 sequence) are well into their exams now and all is progressing well. Year 11s have completed a week of their Step-up into year 12 classes and are working well. In speaking to this cohort earlier this week I felt they were approaching this time with the appropriate positive, growth mind-set. My message essentially was that they have earnt the right to be in year 12 and that, even though it will be hard, they can do hard work. We, their teachers and you, their parents, will support them through this challenging but also exciting time.
Glenn Davey
Principal
The Youth Odyssey Film Festival

Geelong High School is excited to have two student films screening at this year’s Odyssey Film Festival. The festival features students films from the Geelong region written, directed and produced by VCE Media students. Finlay Jackman, (with assistance from Hunter McDonald) and Jacob Carr have films screening in this year’s festival at Village Cinemas on Saturday 7 December 2019.
Tickets can be purchased through Eventbrite - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/odyssey-film-festival-tickets-80181897213
Mr John Foss
Geelong High School is excited to have two student films screening at this year’s Odyssey Film Festival. The festival features students films from the Geelong region written, directed and produced by VCE Media students. Finlay Jackman, (with assistance from Hunter McDonald) and Jacob Carr have films screening in this year’s festival at Village Cinemas on Saturday 7 December 2019.
Tickets can be purchased through Eventbrite - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/odyssey-film-festival-tickets-80181897213
Mr John Foss
Geelong Council Youth Summit

On Thursday 31 October, 15 of our students from years 7 to 11 including our four 2020 School Captains, attended the first Geelong Youth Council - Youth Summit. They participated in a design thinking workshop aimed at developing local solutions to mental health and wellbeing, the environment and public safety/homelessness.
The students heard from experts, used teamwork and design thinking to help find innovative solutions to some of the greatest challenges facing our community.
Our students participated actively and collaboratively, whilst having fun, developing skills and meeting like-minded people from across our region in an interactive and inclusive environment.
Ms Raj Gopal
Science/Moorabool House Leader
A summary from Jasmine King:
Today we visited GMHBA stadium to attend the first Geelong Youth Summit. We met members of the Geelong Youth Council and discussed the important issues of mental health, homelessness and the environment. We were able to express our views on the topic and meet like-minded kids from different schools. It was a great experience to be able to have our voice heard and was a well organised day. I would recommend this program to other students who are passionate about these topics.
A summary from Hannah Poulton:
Myself and a group of other Geelong High School students sat at a mental health table group with other students from Sacred Heart, Geelong College and Northern Bay, brain storming and discussing issues that we could fix or improve within the Geelong community.
My table was able to think of a solution involving a radio program that would spread awareness about creating a positive support system for youth. This idea will be presented to the Geelong Council to be drafted as a possible implementation in the future.
On Thursday 31 October, 15 of our students from years 7 to 11 including our four 2020 School Captains, attended the first Geelong Youth Council - Youth Summit. They participated in a design thinking workshop aimed at developing local solutions to mental health and wellbeing, the environment and public safety/homelessness.
The students heard from experts, used teamwork and design thinking to help find innovative solutions to some of the greatest challenges facing our community.
Our students participated actively and collaboratively, whilst having fun, developing skills and meeting like-minded people from across our region in an interactive and inclusive environment.
Ms Raj Gopal
Science/Moorabool House Leader
A summary from Jasmine King:
Today we visited GMHBA stadium to attend the first Geelong Youth Summit. We met members of the Geelong Youth Council and discussed the important issues of mental health, homelessness and the environment. We were able to express our views on the topic and meet like-minded kids from different schools. It was a great experience to be able to have our voice heard and was a well organised day. I would recommend this program to other students who are passionate about these topics.
A summary from Hannah Poulton:
Myself and a group of other Geelong High School students sat at a mental health table group with other students from Sacred Heart, Geelong College and Northern Bay, brain storming and discussing issues that we could fix or improve within the Geelong community.
My table was able to think of a solution involving a radio program that would spread awareness about creating a positive support system for youth. This idea will be presented to the Geelong Council to be drafted as a possible implementation in the future.
Back To Back Workshop

Last Thursday, 7 November, we were once again joined by members of Geelong’s world renowned Back To Back Theatre. Students worked with their own stories of embarrassing moments to improvise and develop spontaneous performances using minimal props – disposable cups. Our students showed great inventiveness and creativity and contributed with positive and respectful attitudes. By all accounts, we had a great time.
Many thanks to Sarah, Ahmarnya and Nikki from Back To Back!
Next year, in Year 8 Drama, Back To Back will be joining us at the start of each term for similar theatre workshops. We look forward to more creative explorations!
Mr Ubaldino Mantelli
Drama Teacher
Last Thursday, 7 November, we were once again joined by members of Geelong’s world renowned Back To Back Theatre. Students worked with their own stories of embarrassing moments to improvise and develop spontaneous performances using minimal props – disposable cups. Our students showed great inventiveness and creativity and contributed with positive and respectful attitudes. By all accounts, we had a great time.
Many thanks to Sarah, Ahmarnya and Nikki from Back To Back!
Next year, in Year 8 Drama, Back To Back will be joining us at the start of each term for similar theatre workshops. We look forward to more creative explorations!
Mr Ubaldino Mantelli
Drama Teacher
The Great Debate

Debating Report 6 November 2019
Congratulations to our DAV Junior Secondary Program Debaters for completing four evenings of debating training and competition!
It was most impressive to see our students improving each fortnight with each debate. It was especially inspiring to see three of our members overcome their fears of public speaking and manage to stand tall while delivering their speeches and rebuttals. Well done!
In the third and final round held at Clonard College last Thursday evening, GHS-2 (Connor Blyth, Peter Gregor and Rajveer Kambo – all of 7LB) were arguing for the negative on the topic ‘That we should limit the driver’s licences of senior citizens’. While pipped by the formidable opposition Sacred Heart team, our debaters put up strong arguments and showed themselves to be a worthy team. Special mention must go to Nina Magor (7LA) for her enthusiasm, commitment and thorough preparation throughout the whole program.
GHS-1 (Ash Turner, Jorja Beatty-Sinclair – both from 7CA, and Nina Magor) argued for the affirmative against Geelong College on the same topic, and experienced their first victory. As a result of his consistent and concerted effort, Peter Gregor took out Best Speaker.
Many thanks to volunteer parent helper, Ms Kate Gregor, who assisted the teams with their preparation every Wednesday lunchtime at Geelong High. It was great to have you with us!
Both JSP teams have indicated that they would like to compete as a single team in ‘D’ Grade (Year 9 and below) next year. This means that in 2020 we hope to have one ‘D’ Grade team, two ‘C’ Grade teams and one ‘A’ Grade team as well as a new crop of JSP participants.
If you would like to be involved in any way, please contact Mr Mantelli at Geelong High School.
Well done to all our debaters for their enormous effort researching, preparing and debating throughout the year, and for representing Geelong High School and the public school sector amid a mass of more privileged schools with pride.
Mr Ubaldino Mantelli
Debating & Public Speaking Co-ordinator
JSP Geelong High School, left to right: Rajveer, Connor, Peter, Nina, Jorja, Ash and Mr Mantelli
Debating Report 6 November 2019
Congratulations to our DAV Junior Secondary Program Debaters for completing four evenings of debating training and competition!
It was most impressive to see our students improving each fortnight with each debate. It was especially inspiring to see three of our members overcome their fears of public speaking and manage to stand tall while delivering their speeches and rebuttals. Well done!
In the third and final round held at Clonard College last Thursday evening, GHS-2 (Connor Blyth, Peter Gregor and Rajveer Kambo – all of 7LB) were arguing for the negative on the topic ‘That we should limit the driver’s licences of senior citizens’. While pipped by the formidable opposition Sacred Heart team, our debaters put up strong arguments and showed themselves to be a worthy team. Special mention must go to Nina Magor (7LA) for her enthusiasm, commitment and thorough preparation throughout the whole program.
GHS-1 (Ash Turner, Jorja Beatty-Sinclair – both from 7CA, and Nina Magor) argued for the affirmative against Geelong College on the same topic, and experienced their first victory. As a result of his consistent and concerted effort, Peter Gregor took out Best Speaker.
Many thanks to volunteer parent helper, Ms Kate Gregor, who assisted the teams with their preparation every Wednesday lunchtime at Geelong High. It was great to have you with us!
Both JSP teams have indicated that they would like to compete as a single team in ‘D’ Grade (Year 9 and below) next year. This means that in 2020 we hope to have one ‘D’ Grade team, two ‘C’ Grade teams and one ‘A’ Grade team as well as a new crop of JSP participants.
If you would like to be involved in any way, please contact Mr Mantelli at Geelong High School.
Well done to all our debaters for their enormous effort researching, preparing and debating throughout the year, and for representing Geelong High School and the public school sector amid a mass of more privileged schools with pride.
Mr Ubaldino Mantelli
Debating & Public Speaking Co-ordinator
JSP Geelong High School, left to right: Rajveer, Connor, Peter, Nina, Jorja, Ash and Mr Mantelli
Principal's Report

School Captains
Congratulations to our new School Captains for 2020.
School Captains are: Jasmine King and Lachlan Davis
Vice Captains are: Hannah Poulton and Xavier Curtis
I look forward to working with this team.
Reminder Mobile Phone Policy Parent/Carer Forum.
There is still an opportunity for Parents/carers to provide input into the school’s Student Use of Mobile Phones Policy in light of the government’s announcement that students in Victorian primary and secondary schools will not be allowed to have access to their phones during the school day. The issue of mobile phones is a vexed question for parents and teachers. As with most things there are pros and cons. It would be great to get a parent/carer perspective. Students and staff will also have an opportunity to contribute to the discussion.
Date: Monday 4 November 5.30-.6.30pm Rooms: Y1/Y2
VCE Exams begin
The year 12 Celebration Day and Year 12 Graduation were great events. My thanks to all parents and carers who attended the Graduation and thank you for your support over the time your child has attended Geelong High School. My thanks to Kelly Montano and a number of other staff who ensured the night was a success.
Exams have now started. First impressions are that students are feeling comfortable and confident that they have prepared well.
Glenn Davey
Principal
School Captains
Congratulations to our new School Captains for 2020.
School Captains are: Jasmine King and Lachlan Davis
Vice Captains are: Hannah Poulton and Xavier Curtis
I look forward to working with this team.
Reminder Mobile Phone Policy Parent/Carer Forum.
There is still an opportunity for Parents/carers to provide input into the school’s Student Use of Mobile Phones Policy in light of the government’s announcement that students in Victorian primary and secondary schools will not be allowed to have access to their phones during the school day. The issue of mobile phones is a vexed question for parents and teachers. As with most things there are pros and cons. It would be great to get a parent/carer perspective. Students and staff will also have an opportunity to contribute to the discussion.
Date: Monday 4 November 5.30-.6.30pm Rooms: Y1/Y2
VCE Exams begin
The year 12 Celebration Day and Year 12 Graduation were great events. My thanks to all parents and carers who attended the Graduation and thank you for your support over the time your child has attended Geelong High School. My thanks to Kelly Montano and a number of other staff who ensured the night was a success.
Exams have now started. First impressions are that students are feeling comfortable and confident that they have prepared well.
Glenn Davey
Principal
The Great Debate

Debating Update 18 October 2019
It’s been a while since the last update!
Since then, we saw our ‘D’ Grade GHS1 team make it to Melbourne for the first round of playoffs. Our team of Emma Couchman, Summer Lehmann and Mason Blyth, all of 9LA, were arguing for the affirmative on the topic ‘that we should replace compulsory English with compulsory Science’. It was close debate, but our competitors, Kilmore International School, took the honours. Congratulations to Emma, Summer and Mason for completing their third consecutive year together and for reaching playoffs this year!
In Term 3, our two Year 7 teams began their debating journey in the DAV Junior Secondary Program (JSP). The first evening consisted of a training workshop (one of the tutors was former Geelong High School student Tegan Whitten) which was followed two weeks later by the DAV adjudicators’ demonstration debate and our students’ first round debate.
Our Junior GHS-1 team consists of Nina Magor (7LA), Lilly Magor (7LB), Enza Magor (7LB), Jorja Beatty-Sinclair (7CA), Ashley Turner (7CA) and Bella Maultby (7CA) and GHS-2 is Connor Blyth (7LA), Peter Gregory (7LA), Rajveer Kambo (7LA) and Eva Reid (7LB). The students are working together to develop arguments and rebuttals, and sharing debating duties each round.
In Round 1, Nina, Lilly and Enza, and Connor, Peter and Rajveer braved the stage as they argued for the affirmative on the topic ‘that we should ban junk food in schools’. It was a challenging evening for both teams who were up against more experienced debaters. While they were unable to clinch a victory, both teams came away with a valuable experience.
In Term 4, we resumed with our Round 2 debate in Week 2. Following the second training session of the program we had (GHS-1) Jorja, Enza and Nina debating for the affirmative and GHS-2 (Connor, Peter and Raj) debating for the negative on the topic ‘that we should value literature more than science’.
It was great to see our juniors debating with a little more confidence than last time. GHS-1 overcame nerves to present convincing and cohesive arguments which saw them to victory against their opponents, Sacred Heart.
Our next debate will be the last one for the JSP and for the year. We wish our debaters all the best on the topic, ‘That we should restrict the driver licences of senior citizens’. Should be quite contentious…
Mr Ubaldino Mantelli
GHS Debating & Public Speaking Co-ordinator
JSP GHS 1 - from right front to back - Nina, Enza, Jorja, Bella and Ash
JSP GHS - 2 from right - Rajver, Peter and Connor
JSP GHS - 2 from right - Peter, Rajveer and Connor
Debating Update 18 October 2019
It’s been a while since the last update!
Since then, we saw our ‘D’ Grade GHS1 team make it to Melbourne for the first round of playoffs. Our team of Emma Couchman, Summer Lehmann and Mason Blyth, all of 9LA, were arguing for the affirmative on the topic ‘that we should replace compulsory English with compulsory Science’. It was close debate, but our competitors, Kilmore International School, took the honours. Congratulations to Emma, Summer and Mason for completing their third consecutive year together and for reaching playoffs this year!
In Term 3, our two Year 7 teams began their debating journey in the DAV Junior Secondary Program (JSP). The first evening consisted of a training workshop (one of the tutors was former Geelong High School student Tegan Whitten) which was followed two weeks later by the DAV adjudicators’ demonstration debate and our students’ first round debate.
Our Junior GHS-1 team consists of Nina Magor (7LA), Lilly Magor (7LB), Enza Magor (7LB), Jorja Beatty-Sinclair (7CA), Ashley Turner (7CA) and Bella Maultby (7CA) and GHS-2 is Connor Blyth (7LA), Peter Gregory (7LA), Rajveer Kambo (7LA) and Eva Reid (7LB). The students are working together to develop arguments and rebuttals, and sharing debating duties each round.
In Round 1, Nina, Lilly and Enza, and Connor, Peter and Rajveer braved the stage as they argued for the affirmative on the topic ‘that we should ban junk food in schools’. It was a challenging evening for both teams who were up against more experienced debaters. While they were unable to clinch a victory, both teams came away with a valuable experience.
In Term 4, we resumed with our Round 2 debate in Week 2. Following the second training session of the program we had (GHS-1) Jorja, Enza and Nina debating for the affirmative and GHS-2 (Connor, Peter and Raj) debating for the negative on the topic ‘that we should value literature more than science’.
It was great to see our juniors debating with a little more confidence than last time. GHS-1 overcame nerves to present convincing and cohesive arguments which saw them to victory against their opponents, Sacred Heart.
Our next debate will be the last one for the JSP and for the year. We wish our debaters all the best on the topic, ‘That we should restrict the driver licences of senior citizens’. Should be quite contentious…
Mr Ubaldino Mantelli
GHS Debating & Public Speaking Co-ordinator
JSP GHS 1 - from right front to back - Nina, Enza, Jorja, Bella and Ash
JSP GHS - 2 from right - Rajver, Peter and Connor
JSP GHS - 2 from right - Peter, Rajveer and Connor
Intermediate Table Tennis

Intermediate Table Tennis Report - 17 October 2019
Geelong High’s intermediate boys team did well to make their way through five rounds of competitive table tennis in a ten-school, two-pool round robin. Unfortunately for us, there were some consistently strong opponents along the way. Nonetheless, the boys had great day. Our girl's team were solid in their rounds and made their way into the final against Grovedale. While Geelong High Sschool played well, their opposition was just too good.
Congratulations to our girls for achieving runners up!
A great effort from our boys too, congratulations.
Ubaldino Mantelli
CA English, Humanities, HG & PosEd; 9-10 Design & Tech; 7 Drama
Intermediate Table Tennis Report - 17 October 2019
Geelong High’s intermediate boys team did well to make their way through five rounds of competitive table tennis in a ten-school, two-pool round robin. Unfortunately for us, there were some consistently strong opponents along the way. Nonetheless, the boys had great day. Our girl's team were solid in their rounds and made their way into the final against Grovedale. While Geelong High Sschool played well, their opposition was just too good.
Congratulations to our girls for achieving runners up!
A great effort from our boys too, congratulations.
Ubaldino Mantelli
CA English, Humanities, HG & PosEd; 9-10 Design & Tech; 7 Drama
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Australian Air League youth group coming to Geelong
The Australian Air League youth group is opening a new Squadron in Geelong and will be holding a meeting at the Geelong Umpire Association Club Rooms at Kardinia Park on Thursday 7 November starting from 6pm. Young boys and girls who wish to learn more are welcome to come along with their parents to discover what the Air League has to offer.
The Australian Air League is a national organisation for young people aged from 8 to 18 years who have an interest in aviation either as a career or as a hobby. It teaches leadership skills and provides a wide range of interesting and exciting activities such as camping and hiking, sport and physical recreation, building and flying model aircraft and ceremonial drill. Through classes and practical demonstration members learn the theory of aviation and a wide range of associated topics such as Meteorology, Navigation, Aero Engines and Aircraft Construction, as well as general interest subjects such as photography, field craft and community service.
With Squadrons in most states of Australia, the Air League has been serving the community in Australia since 1934. It is entirely self-funding and is staffed by volunteers who give their time to achieve its goals. To learn more about the Australian Air League visit our website at https://www.airleague.com.au
For more information please contact:
Malcolm Angus (Geelong Sqn)
m. 0448 229 900
or
Greg O’Brien (Victoria State Office)
operations.vic@airleague.com.au
Brian Grinter
National Marketing and Publicity
Australian Air League
m: +61 402 323 050
marketing@airleague.com.au
http://www.airleague.com.au
Australian Air League youth group coming to Geelong
The Australian Air League youth group is opening a new Squadron in Geelong and will be holding a meeting at the Geelong Umpire Association Club Rooms at Kardinia Park on Thursday 7 November starting from 6pm. Young boys and girls who wish to learn more are welcome to come along with their parents to discover what the Air League has to offer.
The Australian Air League is a national organisation for young people aged from 8 to 18 years who have an interest in aviation either as a career or as a hobby. It teaches leadership skills and provides a wide range of interesting and exciting activities such as camping and hiking, sport and physical recreation, building and flying model aircraft and ceremonial drill. Through classes and practical demonstration members learn the theory of aviation and a wide range of associated topics such as Meteorology, Navigation, Aero Engines and Aircraft Construction, as well as general interest subjects such as photography, field craft and community service.
With Squadrons in most states of Australia, the Air League has been serving the community in Australia since 1934. It is entirely self-funding and is staffed by volunteers who give their time to achieve its goals. To learn more about the Australian Air League visit our website at https://www.airleague.com.au
For more information please contact:
Malcolm Angus (Geelong Sqn)
m. 0448 229 900
or
Greg O’Brien (Victoria State Office)
operations.vic@airleague.com.au
Brian Grinter
National Marketing and Publicity
Australian Air League
m: +61 402 323 050
marketing@airleague.com.au
http://www.airleague.com.au
Principal's Report
Mobile Phone Policy Parent/Carer Forums
We will be holding two parent/carer forums to enable parent input into a new Mobile Phone Policy in light of the recent government announcement tha...

Mobile Phone Policy Parent/Carer Forums
We will be holding two parent/carer forums to enable parent input into a new Mobile Phone Policy in light of the recent government announcement that students in Victorian primary and secondary schools will not be allowed to have access to their phones during the school day. The issue of mobile phones is a vexed question for parents and teachers. As with most things there are pros and cons. It would be great to get a parent/carer perspective. Students will also have an opportunity to contribute to the discussion. The teaching staff will come up with a couple of options to consider. Details on the Mobile Phone Parent/Carer forums:
Dates
Wednesday 30 October 5.30pm – 6.30pm Rooms: Y1 /Y2
Monday 4 November 5.30-.6.30pm Rooms: Y1/Y2
Rebuild Update
If you have driven past the school in recent times you will have seen that work is progressing on the exterior of the Kroger building, landscaping at the front of the school and on the Winstanley Building. Work is also progressing on the refurbishment of the Vague Building which will become our new Arts wing. We are on track to have the Kroger building works completed by the end of Term 4 and the Vague and Winstanley buildings and landscaping all done by the end of Term One 2020.
VCE End of year
The end of year and final exams are rapidly approaching and with it the levels of nervous anticipation are rising.The best way to mitigate the nerves is to do the work and be well prepared. A large number of students participated in supplementary classes and practice exams over the term break. Well done to those students who made the effort to get here and take advantage of the fact that teachers made themselves available during this time. As always this cohort of year 12 students has been a fantastic bunch throughout their time at Geelong High School and it will be sad to see them go. We are confident that they are “prepared for life”. I would like to express my gratitude to our fabulous School Captains, Ebony Storrar and Heath Bayfield and Vice-Captains Macey Ivill and Connor Ahpene, for their work as school leaders this year. They will be wonderful ambassadors for Geelong High School in the future. They have maintained the high standard we expect of our student leaders. Selection of next year’s school captains has commenced and the successful candidates will be announced in the next newsletter.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Mobile Phone Policy Parent/Carer Forums
We will be holding two parent/carer forums to enable parent input into a new Mobile Phone Policy in light of the recent government announcement that students in Victorian primary and secondary schools will not be allowed to have access to their phones during the school day. The issue of mobile phones is a vexed question for parents and teachers. As with most things there are pros and cons. It would be great to get a parent/carer perspective. Students will also have an opportunity to contribute to the discussion. The teaching staff will come up with a couple of options to consider. Details on the Mobile Phone Parent/Carer forums:
Dates
Wednesday 30 October 5.30pm – 6.30pm Rooms: Y1 /Y2
Monday 4 November 5.30-.6.30pm Rooms: Y1/Y2
Rebuild Update
If you have driven past the school in recent times you will have seen that work is progressing on the exterior of the Kroger building, landscaping at the front of the school and on the Winstanley Building. Work is also progressing on the refurbishment of the Vague Building which will become our new Arts wing. We are on track to have the Kroger building works completed by the end of Term 4 and the Vague and Winstanley buildings and landscaping all done by the end of Term One 2020.
VCE End of year
The end of year and final exams are rapidly approaching and with it the levels of nervous anticipation are rising.The best way to mitigate the nerves is to do the work and be well prepared. A large number of students participated in supplementary classes and practice exams over the term break. Well done to those students who made the effort to get here and take advantage of the fact that teachers made themselves available during this time. As always this cohort of year 12 students has been a fantastic bunch throughout their time at Geelong High School and it will be sad to see them go. We are confident that they are “prepared for life”. I would like to express my gratitude to our fabulous School Captains, Ebony Storrar and Heath Bayfield and Vice-Captains Macey Ivill and Connor Ahpene, for their work as school leaders this year. They will be wonderful ambassadors for Geelong High School in the future. They have maintained the high standard we expect of our student leaders. Selection of next year’s school captains has commenced and the successful candidates will be announced in the next newsletter.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Library News

Library News
After spending an entire term in our new location in the rebuilt Kroger building, the Library Staff can state with certainty that we now have an amazing space to work in. There were a few issues to begin with around the use of the new spaces but everyone has settled in really well and the students appreciate the spacious nature of the new building.
We now have the capacity to have a quiet reading area and several more active spaces which students are able to use during break times.
We have managed to retain our weekly Toon Club (Tuesday) and Manga Club (Wednesday) lunchtime sessions and now have greater capacity to have craft activities permanently on display.
We have also introduced to the Library space a ‘Recycling station’ to help lessen our Carbon Footprint, with the capacity to recycle paper, used batteries, soft plastics and comingled recyclables.
This term we are undertaking a ‘Digital Detox’ in the Library to not only begin preparing students for the rules around phone usage at school next year, but to have conversations around the social and mental health benfits of spending time away from screens and truly experiencing real life.
With the Year 12 students finishing very soon, we would like to ask that if they ave any items currently on loan from the Library, can they please return them before their final day.
Thank you to this years’ cohort for spending such a large part of their journey with the Library Staff (especially during study sessions over the last two years) and wish them all the very best for their future endeavours.
Annette Spurr (Library Manager) and Meryn McClusky (Library Assistant)
Library News
After spending an entire term in our new location in the rebuilt Kroger building, the Library Staff can state with certainty that we now have an amazing space to work in. There were a few issues to begin with around the use of the new spaces but everyone has settled in really well and the students appreciate the spacious nature of the new building.
We now have the capacity to have a quiet reading area and several more active spaces which students are able to use during break times.
We have managed to retain our weekly Toon Club (Tuesday) and Manga Club (Wednesday) lunchtime sessions and now have greater capacity to have craft activities permanently on display.
We have also introduced to the Library space a ‘Recycling station’ to help lessen our Carbon Footprint, with the capacity to recycle paper, used batteries, soft plastics and comingled recyclables.
This term we are undertaking a ‘Digital Detox’ in the Library to not only begin preparing students for the rules around phone usage at school next year, but to have conversations around the social and mental health benfits of spending time away from screens and truly experiencing real life.
With the Year 12 students finishing very soon, we would like to ask that if they ave any items currently on loan from the Library, can they please return them before their final day.
Thank you to this years’ cohort for spending such a large part of their journey with the Library Staff (especially during study sessions over the last two years) and wish them all the very best for their future endeavours.
Annette Spurr (Library Manager) and Meryn McClusky (Library Assistant)
VCE Media Students

VCE Media students have been busy over the last few months writing, filming and editing their short films. The best short film from Year 11 and 12 Media will be screened in the Odyssey Film Festival in Geelong at the end of the year.
First Image - Captive by Ethan
Second Image - Darwin Behaviour by Oscar
Third Image - by Milo Baird
Fourth Image - Organic Portals by Austen Treloar
Mr John Foss - Media/Art/Design
VCE Media students have been busy over the last few months writing, filming and editing their short films. The best short film from Year 11 and 12 Media will be screened in the Odyssey Film Festival in Geelong at the end of the year.
First Image - Captive by Ethan
Second Image - Darwin Behaviour by Oscar
Third Image - by Milo Baird
Fourth Image - Organic Portals by Austen Treloar
Mr John Foss - Media/Art/Design
Peter Mac Visit

Ourschool & Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre Information Session
A recent collaboration between *Ourschool & the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre provided a unique opportunity for over 100 students across Victoria, four of which, were from Geelong High School.
On Friday 6 September Maddie Brown, Molly Grey, Charlotte Robertson and Jess McTigue travelled to the state-of-the-art Cancer Centre, Peter MacCallum to learn about different pathways, jobs and opportunities Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre has to offer. Some of the professions that were brought into the spotlight included: Radiation Therapy, Clinical Education, Nuclear Medicine Technology, Radiation Oncology, and ICT Program Management. The session was intended for industry professionals (most were alumni from public high schools) to inform, inspire and encourage the students as they continue to consider their VCE subjects and future pathways.
I could not have been any prouder of Maddie, Molly, Charlotte and Jess for snapping up this amazing opportunity, for taking the time out of their schedules to travel to Melbourne and for engaging so confidently with the Peter Mac health professionals.
With approximately 115 Ourschool students in attendance, this was the biggest high school information session the Radiation Therapy Education team has ever hosted! And because of the appetite and its success, together we will run future sessions to inform and inspire, broaden thinking, lift aspirations and aid students’ decision making.
*Ourschool is the not-for-profit organisation helping Geelong High School build our alumni community. To learn more visit: https://ourschool.net.au
Ms Tanja Dunat Timms
Ourschool Program Manager
Ourschool & Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre Information Session
A recent collaboration between *Ourschool & the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre provided a unique opportunity for over 100 students across Victoria, four of which, were from Geelong High School.
On Friday 6 September Maddie Brown, Molly Grey, Charlotte Robertson and Jess McTigue travelled to the state-of-the-art Cancer Centre, Peter MacCallum to learn about different pathways, jobs and opportunities Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre has to offer. Some of the professions that were brought into the spotlight included: Radiation Therapy, Clinical Education, Nuclear Medicine Technology, Radiation Oncology, and ICT Program Management. The session was intended for industry professionals (most were alumni from public high schools) to inform, inspire and encourage the students as they continue to consider their VCE subjects and future pathways.
I could not have been any prouder of Maddie, Molly, Charlotte and Jess for snapping up this amazing opportunity, for taking the time out of their schedules to travel to Melbourne and for engaging so confidently with the Peter Mac health professionals.
With approximately 115 Ourschool students in attendance, this was the biggest high school information session the Radiation Therapy Education team has ever hosted! And because of the appetite and its success, together we will run future sessions to inform and inspire, broaden thinking, lift aspirations and aid students’ decision making.
*Ourschool is the not-for-profit organisation helping Geelong High School build our alumni community. To learn more visit: https://ourschool.net.au
Ms Tanja Dunat Timms
Ourschool Program Manager
Principal's Report

Congratulations - VET Dance Showcase- Congratulations to Cat Yee, Courtney Yengi and Julian Garcia on a tremendous show Monday night. The performances from 50+ students from 15 different schools across Geelong were highly polished andthoroughly entertaining. Comments of fantastic, amazing and awesome were heard from the huge crowd as people left the GPAC venue. Thanks to Darren Hobbs and Oliwier Gesla (photography). In my view this show embodies all of our school values – Excellence, Effort, Teamwork, Creativity, Positivity, Responsibility and Respect. Not only that, but it also develops a lot of the qualities we are aiming to develop through our Positive Education initiative – a growth mindset, character, grit, kindnes and gratitude. There is a strong presence of PERMAH - positive Purpose, positive Emotion, positive Relationships, Meaning, Achievement and Health. It is amazing to see our students working along-side students from other schools and building strong relationships and a sense of shared responsibility and commitment. Well done to everyone involved. This event has become one of our premier events of the school year.
Japan Trip – From all reports the Japan trip is going well. Students are participating in their family cultural immersion for a few days.
For your calendar
19th September - parent/teacher/student Interviews 3.30- 7.30pm
20th September - parent/teacher/student Interviews 10-12.30pm & End Term 3
5th October - Concert for Blaze – (One show only). This will be a spectacular concert featuring amazing talent mostly of GHS alumni plus a few of our up and coming current students. There will be something for everyone. Being organised by Doug Mann as a fund-raiser for an alumnus of Geelong High. Venue is Belmont High School. Tickets are $45 - on Trybooking - “Concert for Blaze”.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Congratulations - VET Dance Showcase- Congratulations to Cat Yee, Courtney Yengi and Julian Garcia on a tremendous show Monday night. The performances from 50+ students from 15 different schools across Geelong were highly polished andthoroughly entertaining. Comments of fantastic, amazing and awesome were heard from the huge crowd as people left the GPAC venue. Thanks to Darren Hobbs and Oliwier Gesla (photography). In my view this show embodies all of our school values – Excellence, Effort, Teamwork, Creativity, Positivity, Responsibility and Respect. Not only that, but it also develops a lot of the qualities we are aiming to develop through our Positive Education initiative – a growth mindset, character, grit, kindnes and gratitude. There is a strong presence of PERMAH - positive Purpose, positive Emotion, positive Relationships, Meaning, Achievement and Health. It is amazing to see our students working along-side students from other schools and building strong relationships and a sense of shared responsibility and commitment. Well done to everyone involved. This event has become one of our premier events of the school year.
Japan Trip – From all reports the Japan trip is going well. Students are participating in their family cultural immersion for a few days.
For your calendar
19th September - parent/teacher/student Interviews 3.30- 7.30pm
20th September - parent/teacher/student Interviews 10-12.30pm & End Term 3
5th October - Concert for Blaze – (One show only). This will be a spectacular concert featuring amazing talent mostly of GHS alumni plus a few of our up and coming current students. There will be something for everyone. Being organised by Doug Mann as a fund-raiser for an alumnus of Geelong High. Venue is Belmont High School. Tickets are $45 - on Trybooking - “Concert for Blaze”.
Glenn Davey
Principal
The Name is Bond, James Bond!

The name is Bond, James Bond!
Well, not quite but close enough in our books...
It was reported that the doors to a particular classroom were unable to be unlocked resulting in a class having to relocate!
Oh No! Bond to the rescue!
Well, not this time. Mr Tiry came along instead, James Bond was apparently on annual leave.
With his trusty drill, he was able to save the day. Yay!
Thank you so much for your efforts yesterday Mr Tiry. We could not have gone onwards and upwards without you!
Ms Catriona Simmonds
The name is Bond, James Bond!
Well, not quite but close enough in our books...
It was reported that the doors to a particular classroom were unable to be unlocked resulting in a class having to relocate!
Oh No! Bond to the rescue!
Well, not this time. Mr Tiry came along instead, James Bond was apparently on annual leave.
With his trusty drill, he was able to save the day. Yay!
Thank you so much for your efforts yesterday Mr Tiry. We could not have gone onwards and upwards without you!
Ms Catriona Simmonds
Group Parent Education Events - Geelong Region

Many thanks goes to our wonderful Wellbeing team that have kindly provided the below Parent Education Calendar. This calandar has been collated by the Regional Parenting Service, providing information on all the parent education groups that are happening across the Barwon South West Region. There are some interesting programs indeed, something for everyone!
Many thanks goes to our wonderful Wellbeing team that have kindly provided the below Parent Education Calendar. This calandar has been collated by the Regional Parenting Service, providing information on all the parent education groups that are happening across the Barwon South West Region. There are some interesting programs indeed, something for everyone!
The Future Music Program

Music House - The Future of our Music Program
From Term 4, Geelong High School’s Chamber Orchestra will officially become the core ensemble of the Music Program. The Concert Band, this year's Training Band and the String Ensemble will now merge to form The Chamber Orchestra. The Chamber Orchestra will rehearse at the old Concert Band rehearsal time of 3.30pm - 5.00pm on Mondays in Room S1 (Next to Shenton).
The Music Program is undergoing a transformation. With the recent arrival of Orchestra Geelong (who now call GHS their home) and the imminent arrival of the Geelong Youth Orchestra, we are busy creating musical opportunities and pathways for Geelong High School students.
Geelong High School is continuing to grow a hub for music and music education in Geelong.
Mark Shiell
Music House - The Future of our Music Program
From Term 4, Geelong High School’s Chamber Orchestra will officially become the core ensemble of the Music Program. The Concert Band, this year's Training Band and the String Ensemble will now merge to form The Chamber Orchestra. The Chamber Orchestra will rehearse at the old Concert Band rehearsal time of 3.30pm - 5.00pm on Mondays in Room S1 (Next to Shenton).
The Music Program is undergoing a transformation. With the recent arrival of Orchestra Geelong (who now call GHS their home) and the imminent arrival of the Geelong Youth Orchestra, we are busy creating musical opportunities and pathways for Geelong High School students.
Geelong High School is continuing to grow a hub for music and music education in Geelong.
Mark Shiell
2020 Deakin Accelerate Information Evening

Deaking University would like to invite you to attend a Deakin Accelerate Information Evening, aimed at Year 10 and 11 students, their parents and career practitioners.
Deakin Accelerate is a distinctive VCE extension studies program offering high-achieving students university-level learning opportunities.
Students study one unit per trimester either on campus at one of Deakin’s four vibrant locations or at the Cloud Campus – our innovative online learning environment.
Students get the same benefits as studying a fifth or sixth VCE subject, while gaining university credit and reducing the cost of their future degree at Deakin. They’ll also have the opportunity to boost their ATAR.
We offer 14 exciting study areas:
- accounting
- criminology
- disability, diversity and inclusion
- economics
- health practice and research
- journalism
- law
- management
- marketing
- philosophy (new in 2020)
- psychological science
- public relations (new in 2020)
- robotics and data science
- sport management
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Need more information?
EMAIL or CALL 1800 MY FUTURE
Deaking University would like to invite you to attend a Deakin Accelerate Information Evening, aimed at Year 10 and 11 students, their parents and career practitioners.
Deakin Accelerate is a distinctive VCE extension studies program offering high-achieving students university-level learning opportunities.
Students study one unit per trimester either on campus at one of Deakin’s four vibrant locations or at the Cloud Campus – our innovative online learning environment.
Students get the same benefits as studying a fifth or sixth VCE subject, while gaining university credit and reducing the cost of their future degree at Deakin. They’ll also have the opportunity to boost their ATAR.
We offer 14 exciting study areas:
- accounting
- criminology
- disability, diversity and inclusion
- economics
- health practice and research
- journalism
- law
- management
- marketing
- philosophy (new in 2020)
- psychological science
- public relations (new in 2020)
- robotics and data science
- sport management
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Click to REGISTER NOW
Need more information?
EMAIL or CALL 1800 MY FUTURE
Principal's Report
Welcome: David Board – new Business Manager. David will take up the role as our Business Manager effective as of Term 4 this year. Ginalee Shannon has done an amazing job as Acting Busin...

Welcome: David Board – new Business Manager. David will take up the role as our Business Manager effective as of Term 4 this year. Ginalee Shannon has done an amazing job as Acting Business Manager over the past 9 months. I thank her most sincerely for her dedication and commitment. Gina will continue on to induct David into the role.
Japan Trip – We wish our 2019 tour group all the best as they head off to Japan next week (departing 12th September). They will spend 10 days in Japan – engaging in an intensive cultural and language immersion with three days living with a Japanese family and visiting a number of significant sites across Japan. My thanks to Ms Wild-Fyfe and Mr Truscott who will be leading the group.
For your calendar
16th September - VET Dance Showcase- GPAC This is always a spectacular event that showcases why we are the leading secondary school for dance in Geelong. ee Cat Yee for tickets $10 (or ring the school Ph: 5225 4100.)
19th September - parent/teacher/student Interviews 3.30- 7.30pm
20th September - parent/teacher/student Interviews 10-12.30pm & End Term 3
5th October - Concert for Blaze – (One show only). This will be a spectacular concert featuring amazing talent mostly of Geelong HIgh Sschool Alumni plus a few of our up and coming current students. There will be something for everyone. Being organised by Doug Mann as a fund-raiser for an Alumnus of Geelong High. Venue is Belmont High School. Tickets are $45 - on Trybooking - “Concert for Blaze”.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Welcome: David Board – new Business Manager. David will take up the role as our Business Manager effective as of Term 4 this year. Ginalee Shannon has done an amazing job as Acting Business Manager over the past 9 months. I thank her most sincerely for her dedication and commitment. Gina will continue on to induct David into the role.
Japan Trip – We wish our 2019 tour group all the best as they head off to Japan next week (departing 12th September). They will spend 10 days in Japan – engaging in an intensive cultural and language immersion with three days living with a Japanese family and visiting a number of significant sites across Japan. My thanks to Ms Wild-Fyfe and Mr Truscott who will be leading the group.
For your calendar
16th September - VET Dance Showcase- GPAC This is always a spectacular event that showcases why we are the leading secondary school for dance in Geelong. ee Cat Yee for tickets $10 (or ring the school Ph: 5225 4100.)
19th September - parent/teacher/student Interviews 3.30- 7.30pm
20th September - parent/teacher/student Interviews 10-12.30pm & End Term 3
5th October - Concert for Blaze – (One show only). This will be a spectacular concert featuring amazing talent mostly of Geelong HIgh Sschool Alumni plus a few of our up and coming current students. There will be something for everyone. Being organised by Doug Mann as a fund-raiser for an Alumnus of Geelong High. Venue is Belmont High School. Tickets are $45 - on Trybooking - “Concert for Blaze”.
Glenn Davey
Principal
School Attendance - Unexplained Absences

IMPORTANT INFORMATION IN REGARDS TO SCHOOL ATTENDANCE
Dear Parents/Carers
There are a few very important Attendance/Absent issues that need addressing.
All student absences must be approved in Compass. Approvals cover instances such as an illness, an appointment, extended absence/leave, medical as well as a student arriving late or departing early.
STUDENTS MUST 'SIGN IN OR OUT' OF THE COMPASS KIOSK LOCATED AT THE ADMINISTRATION OFFICE WHEN ARRIVING LATE OR DEPARTING EARLY. Please note: Signing in or out is not an approval. There must be an approval entered into Compass by a Parent/Carer to cover these instances or these absences will be recorded as 'Unexplained Absences.'
We are required and legislated by law to know the whereabouts of our students at all times during their school day. It is our duty of care and we take the safety of our students, your child, extremely seriously.
Please assist us by keeping our school informed and updated at all times on the status of your child and to please take the time to enter all absence approvals in Compass. If you are having difficulty using Compass, please contact our Administration Office on Ph: 5225 4100.
It is also helpful to email your child's teachers of any absences as well but please note that this is not approving an absence for your child. Approvals must be entered into Compass. If there is a situation of an extended absence, by emailing your child's teachers, classroom work or any catch-ups can be organised so your child does not fall behind.
Thank you.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION IN REGARDS TO SCHOOL ATTENDANCE
Dear Parents/Carers
There are a few very important Attendance/Absent issues that need addressing.
All student absences must be approved in Compass. Approvals cover instances such as an illness, an appointment, extended absence/leave, medical as well as a student arriving late or departing early.
STUDENTS MUST 'SIGN IN OR OUT' OF THE COMPASS KIOSK LOCATED AT THE ADMINISTRATION OFFICE WHEN ARRIVING LATE OR DEPARTING EARLY. Please note: Signing in or out is not an approval. There must be an approval entered into Compass by a Parent/Carer to cover these instances or these absences will be recorded as 'Unexplained Absences.'
We are required and legislated by law to know the whereabouts of our students at all times during their school day. It is our duty of care and we take the safety of our students, your child, extremely seriously.
Please assist us by keeping our school informed and updated at all times on the status of your child and to please take the time to enter all absence approvals in Compass. If you are having difficulty using Compass, please contact our Administration Office on Ph: 5225 4100.
It is also helpful to email your child's teachers of any absences as well but please note that this is not approving an absence for your child. Approvals must be entered into Compass. If there is a situation of an extended absence, by emailing your child's teachers, classroom work or any catch-ups can be organised so your child does not fall behind.
Thank you.
Music House Garden Makeover!

Last Friday our Music House received a lovely garden makeover, courtesy of Bunnings - Leopold!
Bunnings Leopold kindly donated three raised colour-bond garden beds, all the potting mix and colourful plants, including Lavender to add the finishing touch.
Our VCAL Students assisted with the project.
The students did an amazing job and we think it looks stunning, don't you? Job well done guys and gals!
The Music House Faculty are looking forward to continuing to improve the aesthetics of the grounds surrounding the music house so we are looking forward to seeing what's next!
Many thanks goes to Bunnings Leopold and to Karyn, Bunnings Leopold Community Involvement Team Member.
We couldn't have completed this transformation without your support and generous donation. It is very much appreciated!
Last Friday our Music House received a lovely garden makeover, courtesy of Bunnings - Leopold!
Bunnings Leopold kindly donated three raised colour-bond garden beds, all the potting mix and colourful plants, including Lavender to add the finishing touch.
Our VCAL Students assisted with the project.
The students did an amazing job and we think it looks stunning, don't you? Job well done guys and gals!
The Music House Faculty are looking forward to continuing to improve the aesthetics of the grounds surrounding the music house so we are looking forward to seeing what's next!
Many thanks goes to Bunnings Leopold and to Karyn, Bunnings Leopold Community Involvement Team Member.
We couldn't have completed this transformation without your support and generous donation. It is very much appreciated!
Introducing GOALBALL!

As part of the inclusive curriculum at Geelong High School and to broaden students' understanding of diversity and disability in an active environment, last week students were introduced to 'Goalball'.
This is a Paralympic sport designed for and played by blind and vision impaired people. It is fast-paced and relies on hearing and tactile senses. Members of the Year 9 Cohort, who share the learning environment with a visually impaired student, attended the sessions run by instructors from ExSight Sports. The students and staff involved found the experience challenging and fun. It was an excellent activity to highlight some of the difficulties that others have to manage on a daily basis.
Ms Margaret Rhoddy - Maths
As part of the inclusive curriculum at Geelong High School and to broaden students' understanding of diversity and disability in an active environment, last week students were introduced to 'Goalball'.
This is a Paralympic sport designed for and played by blind and vision impaired people. It is fast-paced and relies on hearing and tactile senses. Members of the Year 9 Cohort, who share the learning environment with a visually impaired student, attended the sessions run by instructors from ExSight Sports. The students and staff involved found the experience challenging and fun. It was an excellent activity to highlight some of the difficulties that others have to manage on a daily basis.
Ms Margaret Rhoddy - Maths
GHS STEM Program - Rescue Bot

As part of the Geelong High School STEM Program, the Year 8 Digital Technology class travelled out to the Geelong Technical School last week, to undertake the practical component the Bot Rescue Project. This is a project that we've been working on back at school, looking at how robots and other forms of digital technology can aid humans in natural disasters. On day one students worked on designing, building and coding robots to assist in these scenarios. Day two, students were back to test the robots in some mock disaster scenarios and see how they perform.
The Geelong High School STEM Program aims to expose our students to the different areas of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) as this is currently the fastest growing industry across the world. This field provides many different job opportunities for our students and other students across the world, jobs which are both highly paid and very diverse.
Students that are interested in STEM should see Mr d'Offay at school to see what opportunities are available in this field as part of our programs at Geelong High School.
Jason d'Offay - Maths/PE/Digi Tech
Geelong High School
As part of the Geelong High School STEM Program, the Year 8 Digital Technology class travelled out to the Geelong Technical School last week, to undertake the practical component the Bot Rescue Project. This is a project that we've been working on back at school, looking at how robots and other forms of digital technology can aid humans in natural disasters. On day one students worked on designing, building and coding robots to assist in these scenarios. Day two, students were back to test the robots in some mock disaster scenarios and see how they perform.
The Geelong High School STEM Program aims to expose our students to the different areas of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) as this is currently the fastest growing industry across the world. This field provides many different job opportunities for our students and other students across the world, jobs which are both highly paid and very diverse.
Students that are interested in STEM should see Mr d'Offay at school to see what opportunities are available in this field as part of our programs at Geelong High School.
Jason d'Offay - Maths/PE/Digi Tech
Geelong High School
GHS Sporting News

Senior Badminton
On 25 July the Boys and Girls Senior Badminton teams competed at Corio Leisure Centre
The boys team consisted of Martin Delores, Ben Coe, Andrew Mystakidis, Kian Gonzales, Shuji Wakasugi and Morrison Bacon. The boys played against Belmont, Bellarine and North Geelong. The boys finished third in the round robin tournament.
The girls team was Maia Durran, Talisha O’Connor, Jorja Storrar, Natasha Tryupkovic, Tahlee Watson and Tianna Watt. The girls had some very tough opposition and played some long and hard fought games. They played Matthew Flinders and North Geelong and finished second in their pool. They then played Belmont in the semi final where they were defeated.
Congratulations to both boys and girls teams for their effort and behaviour on the day.
Mrs Killen
Senior Badminton
On 25 July the Boys and Girls Senior Badminton teams competed at Corio Leisure Centre
The boys team consisted of Martin Delores, Ben Coe, Andrew Mystakidis, Kian Gonzales, Shuji Wakasugi and Morrison Bacon. The boys played against Belmont, Bellarine and North Geelong. The boys finished third in the round robin tournament.
The girls team was Maia Durran, Talisha O’Connor, Jorja Storrar, Natasha Tryupkovic, Tahlee Watson and Tianna Watt. The girls had some very tough opposition and played some long and hard fought games. They played Matthew Flinders and North Geelong and finished second in their pool. They then played Belmont in the semi final where they were defeated.
Congratulations to both boys and girls teams for their effort and behaviour on the day.
Mrs Killen
Year 12 Chemistry Excursion to Ecolinc

On Tuesday 20 August the Year 12 Chemistry class visited Ecolinc in Bacchus Marsh. They performed an experiment where they made some smelly compounds called Esters, were able to use the infrared spectroscope and used the HPLC (high pressure liquid chromatography machine) to analyse and identify the unknown sample of aspirin or paracetamol they were given.
Ms Killen - Science Learning Area Leader
On Tuesday 20 August the Year 12 Chemistry class visited Ecolinc in Bacchus Marsh. They performed an experiment where they made some smelly compounds called Esters, were able to use the infrared spectroscope and used the HPLC (high pressure liquid chromatography machine) to analyse and identify the unknown sample of aspirin or paracetamol they were given.
Ms Killen - Science Learning Area Leader
Health & Human Development Childcare Visits

On Friday 23 August Mrs Vanderkley’s Year 11 HHD classes visited The Hive Early Learning Centre and The Geelong Children’s Centre. Our students interacted with the children at the centres, aging between four months old and five years.
Our students had been studying childhood development, with a focus on the importance of reading books for literacy development. Our visit coincided with bookweek, so we had a lovely afternoon reading books and playing with little Elsas, Batmans and other dressed up daycare kids. Students were able to observe children at different stages of the lifespan and compare their physical, social, emotional and intellectual development.
We would like to thank the staff and children at both centres for welcoming us into their communities and making our visit so meaningful.
Ms Melanie Vanderkley - PE/Health
On Friday 23 August Mrs Vanderkley’s Year 11 HHD classes visited The Hive Early Learning Centre and The Geelong Children’s Centre. Our students interacted with the children at the centres, aging between four months old and five years.
Our students had been studying childhood development, with a focus on the importance of reading books for literacy development. Our visit coincided with bookweek, so we had a lovely afternoon reading books and playing with little Elsas, Batmans and other dressed up daycare kids. Students were able to observe children at different stages of the lifespan and compare their physical, social, emotional and intellectual development.
We would like to thank the staff and children at both centres for welcoming us into their communities and making our visit so meaningful.
Ms Melanie Vanderkley - PE/Health
Missed the Meningococcal Vaccine?

If your child missed their Meningococcal ACWY Vaccine, please see below Barwon Health Immunisation Timetable or your local GP.
If your child missed their Meningococcal ACWY Vaccine, please see below Barwon Health Immunisation Timetable or your local GP.
Year 9 GPEP Class Explores!

The Year 9 GPEP class spent two days in Melbourne last week exploring the city. Students visited the Salvation Army 614 where they donated numerous items such as dog food, tooth brushes, tooth paste, feminine hygiene products and first aid kits. They also visited the Eureka Sky Deck, had dinner in China Town, went to NGV and explored the Vic Market.
Students have been raising money for those experiencing homelessness by completing a couch surfing activity. This is a hidden, but very common form of homelessness for young people. The money raised will be donated to a charity of the students' choice.
Ms Cat Yee - GPEP/Business Management/VET Dance
The Year 9 GPEP class spent two days in Melbourne last week exploring the city. Students visited the Salvation Army 614 where they donated numerous items such as dog food, tooth brushes, tooth paste, feminine hygiene products and first aid kits. They also visited the Eureka Sky Deck, had dinner in China Town, went to NGV and explored the Vic Market.
Students have been raising money for those experiencing homelessness by completing a couch surfing activity. This is a hidden, but very common form of homelessness for young people. The money raised will be donated to a charity of the students' choice.
Ms Cat Yee - GPEP/Business Management/VET Dance
Community Noticeboard

TRACK & FIELD ATHLETICS
Athletics Chilwell is currently welcoming new members/athletes to join the club for the upcoming 2019/20 track and field season.
Competition is held on Saturday afternoons at Landy Field, commencing on Saturday 65th October 2019 until February 2020
Senior athletes aged from under 14 to Veterans are welcome to participate.
Coaching is available in all disciplines, eg. Sprints, middle/long distance running, throws and jumps.
Athletics free “Come & Try Day” on Sunday 8 September, from 1pm to 3pm at Landy Field. Junior and senior athletes of all standards and abilities are welcome to participate in a variety of events. Enquiries to chilwelllittleaths@yahoo.com or athletics.chilwell@gmail.com Ph 52 293920
For further information, please contact Mary McDonald on 5229 3920 or email: athletics.chilwell@gmail.com
TRACK & FIELD ATHLETICS
Athletics Chilwell is currently welcoming new members/athletes to join the club for the upcoming 2019/20 track and field season.
Competition is held on Saturday afternoons at Landy Field, commencing on Saturday 65th October 2019 until February 2020
Senior athletes aged from under 14 to Veterans are welcome to participate.
Coaching is available in all disciplines, eg. Sprints, middle/long distance running, throws and jumps.
Athletics free “Come & Try Day” on Sunday 8 September, from 1pm to 3pm at Landy Field. Junior and senior athletes of all standards and abilities are welcome to participate in a variety of events. Enquiries to chilwelllittleaths@yahoo.com or athletics.chilwell@gmail.com Ph 52 293920
For further information, please contact Mary McDonald on 5229 3920 or email: athletics.chilwell@gmail.com
Principal's Report coming soon!
Principal's Report coming soon!
Building Project Update
Project Update 20.08.19
We have settled into the new Kroger Building and are enjoying the advantages of being in a comfortable well designed space.
Stage 3 is continuing to move along...

We have settled into the new Kroger Building and are enjoying the advantages of being in a comfortable well designed space.
Stage 3 is continuing to move along with the terrace at the front of the school under construction along with associated landscaping works. The Garden Street car park is now sealed and the remaining plantings in progress.
Demolition works are well underway in both the Vague Building and the Winstanley Building.
Ken Stewart
Assistant Principal
We have settled into the new Kroger Building and are enjoying the advantages of being in a comfortable well designed space.
Stage 3 is continuing to move along with the terrace at the front of the school under construction along with associated landscaping works. The Garden Street car park is now sealed and the remaining plantings in progress.
Demolition works are well underway in both the Vague Building and the Winstanley Building.
Ken Stewart
Assistant Principal
Daffodil Day - Moorabool Fundraiser Friday 23 August

Daffodil Day Moorabool Fundraiser
On Friday 23 August Moorabool House and student leaders are organising fundraising activities for the Cancer Council’s annual Daffodil Day.
Students are encouraged to wear casual clothing including an item of yellow and bring a gold coin donation. There will also be Daffodil Day merchandise on sale throughout the week leading up to Friday and food and drinks on sale that will be kindly provided by Winifred’s Café and the Shannon family with all proceeds being donated to the Cancer Council. This day is also about raising awareness about cancer prevention and supporting those affected by cancer which unfortunately affects so many people in our community.
Thank you to the Geelong High School community for supporting this event.
Mr Craig Brentall - Moorabool House Leader
Daffodil Day Moorabool Fundraiser
On Friday 23 August Moorabool House and student leaders are organising fundraising activities for the Cancer Council’s annual Daffodil Day.
Students are encouraged to wear casual clothing including an item of yellow and bring a gold coin donation. There will also be Daffodil Day merchandise on sale throughout the week leading up to Friday and food and drinks on sale that will be kindly provided by Winifred’s Café and the Shannon family with all proceeds being donated to the Cancer Council. This day is also about raising awareness about cancer prevention and supporting those affected by cancer which unfortunately affects so many people in our community.
Thank you to the Geelong High School community for supporting this event.
Mr Craig Brentall - Moorabool House Leader
Year 7s Study 'Creepy' Novel - Coraline!

Year 7s are currently studying the creepy novel 'Coraline', written by Neil Gaiman and its film version by Tim Burton. As well as comparing and contrasting features of the two texts, Year 7s have also been looking at the characters. One of 7LB's artists has been inspired by the story to do his own portrait of the creepy villain, Beldam.
Mr Ben Langdon - Leigh House Leader/English
Year 7s are currently studying the creepy novel 'Coraline', written by Neil Gaiman and its film version by Tim Burton. As well as comparing and contrasting features of the two texts, Year 7s have also been looking at the characters. One of 7LB's artists has been inspired by the story to do his own portrait of the creepy villain, Beldam.
Mr Ben Langdon - Leigh House Leader/English
You Just Never Know Program

Mr Langdon and Mrs Vanderkley took selected Year 10, 11 and 12 student to GPAC to participate in the You Just Never Know program. The afternoon was so valuable, but also confronting for some of our students. They heard from many speakers about real trauma caused by a wide range of road incidents. Some of these stories ended in a fatality, and others had a lifelong impact, for the person involved, and their families.
Students heard from Superintendent Craig Gillard of Victoria Police, Sergeant Brendan Butland of Victoria Police's Major Collision Investigation Unit, Geelong Paramedic George Vasey, Magistrate Ann McGarvie, Trauma victim and quadriplegic Alex Eleftheriou and Dr. Michael Sheridan Emergency Director of Geelong Hospital. Students heard about the impact has on these professionals and their role in caring for young people when road trauma occurs. The afternoon was emceed by Peter Hitchener of Nine News.
From this, there were many positive messages for our students. These included:
- speed, alcohol, drugs and mobile phones are the biggest risks on our roads
- all road users need to show respect to all other road users
- your life can change in a split second
Our students are to be congratulated on how well they represented Geelong High with so many other schools from the region present. We look forward to taking more students to this program next year.
Mrs Vanderkley.
Mr Langdon and Mrs Vanderkley took selected Year 10, 11 and 12 student to GPAC to participate in the You Just Never Know program. The afternoon was so valuable, but also confronting for some of our students. They heard from many speakers about real trauma caused by a wide range of road incidents. Some of these stories ended in a fatality, and others had a lifelong impact, for the person involved, and their families.
Students heard from Superintendent Craig Gillard of Victoria Police, Sergeant Brendan Butland of Victoria Police's Major Collision Investigation Unit, Geelong Paramedic George Vasey, Magistrate Ann McGarvie, Trauma victim and quadriplegic Alex Eleftheriou and Dr. Michael Sheridan Emergency Director of Geelong Hospital. Students heard about the impact has on these professionals and their role in caring for young people when road trauma occurs. The afternoon was emceed by Peter Hitchener of Nine News.
From this, there were many positive messages for our students. These included:
- speed, alcohol, drugs and mobile phones are the biggest risks on our roads
- all road users need to show respect to all other road users
- your life can change in a split second
Our students are to be congratulated on how well they represented Geelong High with so many other schools from the region present. We look forward to taking more students to this program next year.
Mrs Vanderkley.
A Student's Equine Experience!

Ebony Smith, one of our students, adores her horse and everything equestrian!
Ebony competed in the Barwon Equine Dressage Series recently. It was a five round competition. Ebony managed to win Champion for Grade 4 on three out of five events to secure overall Grade 4 Champion.
Ebony was up against 30 plus riders!!
She has worked very hard to train and prepare her horse for these events.
Congratulations Ebony, we are all extremely proud of you and your achievements!
Ebony Smith, one of our students, adores her horse and everything equestrian!
Ebony competed in the Barwon Equine Dressage Series recently. It was a five round competition. Ebony managed to win Champion for Grade 4 on three out of five events to secure overall Grade 4 Champion.
Ebony was up against 30 plus riders!!
She has worked very hard to train and prepare her horse for these events.
Congratulations Ebony, we are all extremely proud of you and your achievements!
Japan Trip Students - Your Tickets Are Here!!

JAPAN TRIP STUDENTS – YOUR TICKETS ARE HERE!
Those attending this year’s Japan trip - your ticket wallets are now ready for collection from Miss Wild. Please see her on Monday-Wednesdays in the staffroom or K8 at recess, lunch or afterschool to collect them.
They include your E Ticket, Final Itinerary and some baggage name tags.:)
Anna Wild-Fyfe – Japanese Teacher
JAPAN TRIP STUDENTS – YOUR TICKETS ARE HERE!
Those attending this year’s Japan trip - your ticket wallets are now ready for collection from Miss Wild. Please see her on Monday-Wednesdays in the staffroom or K8 at recess, lunch or afterschool to collect them.
They include your E Ticket, Final Itinerary and some baggage name tags.:)
Anna Wild-Fyfe – Japanese Teacher
Containers Required for Food Pracs

Containers Required for Food Pracs
A friendly reminder that students are required to bring containers to Food Technology Pracs so that they can safely take their food home. We do not supply bags and are trying to limit the use of excess single use plastics. Teachers usually inform students prior to the prac what they are making and what size container is required.
Ms Talbot - Foods/Health
Containers Required for Food Pracs
A friendly reminder that students are required to bring containers to Food Technology Pracs so that they can safely take their food home. We do not supply bags and are trying to limit the use of excess single use plastics. Teachers usually inform students prior to the prac what they are making and what size container is required.
Ms Talbot - Foods/Health
SIGH Group - Sexuality & Identity Group

SIGH Group - Sexuality and Identity Group
Wednesday 28 August from 12.40pm - 1.30pm
A lunchtime group will be held for young people who are same-sex attracted gender diverse that will be held in the Conference Room. This will be a safe and inclusive space for young people at Geelong High School where there will be a range of activities as well as support being provided.
This group will be facilitated by Annette Scanlan (Social Worker) and Luke Hill (City Greater Geelong Youth Worker).
SIGH Group - Sexuality and Identity Group
Wednesday 28 August from 12.40pm - 1.30pm
A lunchtime group will be held for young people who are same-sex attracted gender diverse that will be held in the Conference Room. This will be a safe and inclusive space for young people at Geelong High School where there will be a range of activities as well as support being provided.
This group will be facilitated by Annette Scanlan (Social Worker) and Luke Hill (City Greater Geelong Youth Worker).
Principal's Report
Minister Opens Kroger Building
The Deputy Premier and Minister for Education, James Merlino MP together with the local member for Geelong, Christine Couzens MP, attended the school last T...

Minister Opens Kroger Building
The Deputy Premier and Minister for Education, James Merlino MP together with the local member for Geelong, Christine Couzens MP, attended the school last Thursday to officially declare the refurbished Kroger building open. We were also pleased to welcome a number of members of the Kroger family who joined us for the opening in front of an audience of students, staff, alumni and official representatives associated with the rebuild. The Kroger building was named in honour of Mr Max Kroger, who served for 37 years on the School Advisory Committee (School Council) including 19 years as School Council President.
Mr Max Kroger was a prominent contributor to the Geelong community in the 1920s right through to the 1980s. As a boy he lived across the road from the school, in Normanby Street and attended Geelong High School. After leaving Geelong High Mr Kroger trained as a solicitor and worked for the firm, Harwood and Pincott. He maintained his connection with the school throughout his life. Besides being very civic minded, Max was also a pretty amazing athlete. He took up football and athletics here at Geelong High School and played 42 games of football for Geelong in the 1920s and also played in a Victorian representative team. His football career was cut short by complications associated with appendicitis. In order to aid his recovery he took up athletics at which he excelled. He was considered Australia’s greatest all-round athlete of his era winning the Australasian Decathlon Championship in 1926 with a record score and came second in the pole vault. He was an outstanding golfer, becoming the East Geelong Golf Club Champion from 1936 to 1940 (five years straight). He was also responsible for founding the Curlewis Golf Club.
Course Counselling Commencing for 2020
We have commenced the process of providing Information to students in relation to the curriculum program for 2020. This week and next students will begin the important process of selecting their programs for next year. It is important that staff, students and parents are on the same page when going through this process so I encourage parents/cares to attend these sessions with their child(ren).
Dates are: Yr 11 to 12- Tuesday 20 Aug; Yr 9 to 10 Monday 12 Aug; Yr 10 to 11 – Tues 13 Aug; Yr 8 to 9 Friday 16 Aug
Minister Opens Kroger Building
The Deputy Premier and Minister for Education, James Merlino MP together with the local member for Geelong, Christine Couzens MP, attended the school last Thursday to officially declare the refurbished Kroger building open. We were also pleased to welcome a number of members of the Kroger family who joined us for the opening in front of an audience of students, staff, alumni and official representatives associated with the rebuild. The Kroger building was named in honour of Mr Max Kroger, who served for 37 years on the School Advisory Committee (School Council) including 19 years as School Council President.
Mr Max Kroger was a prominent contributor to the Geelong community in the 1920s right through to the 1980s. As a boy he lived across the road from the school, in Normanby Street and attended Geelong High School. After leaving Geelong High Mr Kroger trained as a solicitor and worked for the firm, Harwood and Pincott. He maintained his connection with the school throughout his life. Besides being very civic minded, Max was also a pretty amazing athlete. He took up football and athletics here at Geelong High School and played 42 games of football for Geelong in the 1920s and also played in a Victorian representative team. His football career was cut short by complications associated with appendicitis. In order to aid his recovery he took up athletics at which he excelled. He was considered Australia’s greatest all-round athlete of his era winning the Australasian Decathlon Championship in 1926 with a record score and came second in the pole vault. He was an outstanding golfer, becoming the East Geelong Golf Club Champion from 1936 to 1940 (five years straight). He was also responsible for founding the Curlewis Golf Club.
Course Counselling Commencing for 2020
We have commenced the process of providing Information to students in relation to the curriculum program for 2020. This week and next students will begin the important process of selecting their programs for next year. It is important that staff, students and parents are on the same page when going through this process so I encourage parents/cares to attend these sessions with their child(ren).
Dates are: Yr 11 to 12- Tuesday 20 Aug; Yr 9 to 10 Monday 12 Aug; Yr 10 to 11 – Tues 13 Aug; Yr 8 to 9 Friday 16 Aug
Our School's Official Opening

Please read the below speech from Mr Glenn Davey, our Principal, that was delivered on the day our Kroger building was officially opened, on Thursday 1 August.
I would like to begin by acknowledging the traditional custodians of the land on which we meet the Wathaurong and Wadda Warrang people and pay my respects to their elders past, present and emerging.
Deputy Premier and Minister for Education, James Merlino MP, Member for Geelong – Christine Couzens MP; School Council President- Fiona Chipperfield, representatives of the Kroger family, other distinguished guests, staff and students…. Welcome to the official opening of Stage two of our rebuild, the opening of the Kroger Building.
A particularly warm welcome to the Deputy Premier and Minister for Education James Merlino and the Member for Geelong, Christine Couzens, both of whom have been strong advocates for this project since the outset. It is also lovely to welcome members of the family after whom the Kroger building is named - Mr Max Kroger. So, welcome to Max’s grand-nephews Steven, Douglas, Ross, and Michael and grand-nieces, Elizabeth and Karen.
Mr Max Kroger was a prominent contributor to the Geelong community in the 1920s right through to the 1980s. As a boy he lived across the road in Normanby Street and attended Geelong High School. After leaving Geelong High Mr Kroger trained as a solicitor and worked for the firm, Harwood and Pincott. He maintained his connection with the school throughout his life, serving on School Council for 37 years and was the School Council President from 1941 right through to 1956 and then again from 1959 to 1961, a total of 19 years. Besides being very civic minded, Max was also a pretty amazing athlete. He took up football and athletics here at Geelong High School and played 42 games of football for Geelong in the 1920s and also played in a Victorian representative team. His football career was cut short by complications associated with appendicitis. In order to aid his recovery he took up athletics at which he excelled. He was considered Australia’s greatest all-round athlete of his era winning the Australasian Decathlon Championship in 1926 with a record score and came second in the pole vault. He was an outstanding golfer, becoming the East Geelong Golf Club Champion from 1936 to 1940 (five years straight). He was also responsible for founding the Curlewis Golf Club. It is fitting that we remember him today and his contribution to Geelong High School and the broader Geelong community.
As a school that embraces its history, it is very appropriate that this opening ceremony is being held in this space today in front of an audience of current and former students. Alumni of the school from earlier years, some of whom are present today, remember this space as the old quadrangle. At that time it was an internal courtyard, open to the elements, where school assemblies and other school activities and events were held. In more recent times it was enclosed as the senior study area and house offices. It is almost unrecognisable in its new form as a spacious, light-filled atrium at the heart of the school, where we meet today.
Stage one of our rebuild, which was opened in Term 2 last year, involved the refurbishment of the CA Love Hall and the construction of a new Year 7 building, a new dance studio and new music facilities.
Stage two has seen the complete refurbishment of the Kroger building with a new ground floor Admin and Reception area, Canteen, House and Wellbeing offices. To this has been added a significant first floor extension comprising a new library/resource centre, IT area, staffroom and classrooms. As you can see Stage three is now well under way comprising of a new arts precinct and VCE centre.
Our staff and students are already enjoying these great learning spaces which will assist us in our journey from being a good school to being a great school.
We are fortunate to have present today representatives from the majority of stakeholders who are responsible for the design and construction of this magnificent facility. I would like to acknowledge the work of the architectural firm McGlashen Everist led by Geoff Saunders and Ian Bentley; the construction Company Ireland-Brown- led by John Moran, oversight of the project provided by David Braine and Douglas Rennie of Case Meallin and from the VSBA by Jim Velves and from within our own school by Assistant Principal Mr Ken Stewart.
I am confident that the final result which you see around you today, created by the synergy between these contributing groups, would have made Max Kroger proud and will serve the Geelong High School community superbly …… well into the 21st Century.
It is now my pleasure to introduce the Deputy Premier and Minister for Education, James Merlino MP, who will say a few words and officiate in the opening of the Kroger building.
Mr Glenn Davey
Principal
Please read the below speech from Mr Glenn Davey, our Principal, that was delivered on the day our Kroger building was officially opened, on Thursday 1 August.
I would like to begin by acknowledging the traditional custodians of the land on which we meet the Wathaurong and Wadda Warrang people and pay my respects to their elders past, present and emerging.
Deputy Premier and Minister for Education, James Merlino MP, Member for Geelong – Christine Couzens MP; School Council President- Fiona Chipperfield, representatives of the Kroger family, other distinguished guests, staff and students…. Welcome to the official opening of Stage two of our rebuild, the opening of the Kroger Building.
A particularly warm welcome to the Deputy Premier and Minister for Education James Merlino and the Member for Geelong, Christine Couzens, both of whom have been strong advocates for this project since the outset. It is also lovely to welcome members of the family after whom the Kroger building is named - Mr Max Kroger. So, welcome to Max’s grand-nephews Steven, Douglas, Ross, and Michael and grand-nieces, Elizabeth and Karen.
Mr Max Kroger was a prominent contributor to the Geelong community in the 1920s right through to the 1980s. As a boy he lived across the road in Normanby Street and attended Geelong High School. After leaving Geelong High Mr Kroger trained as a solicitor and worked for the firm, Harwood and Pincott. He maintained his connection with the school throughout his life, serving on School Council for 37 years and was the School Council President from 1941 right through to 1956 and then again from 1959 to 1961, a total of 19 years. Besides being very civic minded, Max was also a pretty amazing athlete. He took up football and athletics here at Geelong High School and played 42 games of football for Geelong in the 1920s and also played in a Victorian representative team. His football career was cut short by complications associated with appendicitis. In order to aid his recovery he took up athletics at which he excelled. He was considered Australia’s greatest all-round athlete of his era winning the Australasian Decathlon Championship in 1926 with a record score and came second in the pole vault. He was an outstanding golfer, becoming the East Geelong Golf Club Champion from 1936 to 1940 (five years straight). He was also responsible for founding the Curlewis Golf Club. It is fitting that we remember him today and his contribution to Geelong High School and the broader Geelong community.
As a school that embraces its history, it is very appropriate that this opening ceremony is being held in this space today in front of an audience of current and former students. Alumni of the school from earlier years, some of whom are present today, remember this space as the old quadrangle. At that time it was an internal courtyard, open to the elements, where school assemblies and other school activities and events were held. In more recent times it was enclosed as the senior study area and house offices. It is almost unrecognisable in its new form as a spacious, light-filled atrium at the heart of the school, where we meet today.
Stage one of our rebuild, which was opened in Term 2 last year, involved the refurbishment of the CA Love Hall and the construction of a new Year 7 building, a new dance studio and new music facilities.
Stage two has seen the complete refurbishment of the Kroger building with a new ground floor Admin and Reception area, Canteen, House and Wellbeing offices. To this has been added a significant first floor extension comprising a new library/resource centre, IT area, staffroom and classrooms. As you can see Stage three is now well under way comprising of a new arts precinct and VCE centre.
Our staff and students are already enjoying these great learning spaces which will assist us in our journey from being a good school to being a great school.
We are fortunate to have present today representatives from the majority of stakeholders who are responsible for the design and construction of this magnificent facility. I would like to acknowledge the work of the architectural firm McGlashen Everist led by Geoff Saunders and Ian Bentley; the construction Company Ireland-Brown- led by John Moran, oversight of the project provided by David Braine and Douglas Rennie of Case Meallin and from the VSBA by Jim Velves and from within our own school by Assistant Principal Mr Ken Stewart.
I am confident that the final result which you see around you today, created by the synergy between these contributing groups, would have made Max Kroger proud and will serve the Geelong High School community superbly …… well into the 21st Century.
It is now my pleasure to introduce the Deputy Premier and Minister for Education, James Merlino MP, who will say a few words and officiate in the opening of the Kroger building.
Mr Glenn Davey
Principal
Reminder: School Production - Crazy for You!

Alumni - A Chat with Denis Todorovic

The Power of a Phone Call
A chat with celebrity stylist and Geelong High School Alum, Deni Todorovic
It’s something we, as a society, are doing less frequently as we become accustomed to other forms of ‘easy’ communication. However, a lot can be said for making the effort to pick up the phone to make a call.
I recently phoned Geelong High School alumnus, Denis (Deni) Todorovic as I was interested in hearing about his career in the fashion industry.... And boy am I glad I did! I heard about this and so much more!
Deni spoke about how he has gotten to where he is today. He was quite open and honest about how tough secondary school was for him, particularly in relation to how he was treated by some of his peers. He was, however, quick to mention how exceptionally supportive the school, as a whole, was and how they contributed to his entry in the world of fashion.
Deni’s goal, after completing Year 12, was to travel to France to complete a Fashion Design Course, however he had to the raise funds in order to get there. It was Geelong High School who supported and assisted Deni in organising a ‘Fashion Show’ Fundraiser which ultimately funded his trip to Paris.
Deni spent many years living abroad in London working in PR and marketing as well as fashion buying. When he returned to Australia (Sydney) he worked for Cosmopolitan Magazine, and was the Fashion Editor until the magazine folded last year. Deni is now enjoying being back in Geelong freelancing and writing in the Fashion Column for the GT magazine each Saturday.
As wonderful as Deni’s career has been, it was so nice to hear that he had not forgotten his roots and was still so appreciative of all that Geelong High School had done for him. Deni also took the opportunity to express his strong desire to pay it forward and return to his old school (it’s on his ‘bucket list’) to speak to students about life as a fashion designer and stylist as well as his experiences with bullying.
To top our conversation off Deni suggested I might also want to speak with his brother, Michael (Mikey). Mikey is legally blind and has recently returned from a trip to Spain where he represented Australia in the Blind Tennis. He also founded a Blind AFL league here, in Geelong.
I certainly got ‘bang for my buck’ so to speak, calling Deni, as I would not have learned so much about two unique individuals via text or email.
I can’t wait to have such inspirational alumni return to their old secondary school to speak with current students about their experiences at secondary school and beyond.
If you are a past student of Geelong High School and have not yet reached out, please get in touch: 7855-alumni@schools.vic.edu.au
Tanja Dunat Timms
Ourschool Program Manager
Ourschool, an alumni service for students in state secondary schools
The Power of a Phone Call
A chat with celebrity stylist and Geelong High School Alum, Deni Todorovic
It’s something we, as a society, are doing less frequently as we become accustomed to other forms of ‘easy’ communication. However, a lot can be said for making the effort to pick up the phone to make a call.
I recently phoned Geelong High School alumnus, Denis (Deni) Todorovic as I was interested in hearing about his career in the fashion industry.... And boy am I glad I did! I heard about this and so much more!
Deni spoke about how he has gotten to where he is today. He was quite open and honest about how tough secondary school was for him, particularly in relation to how he was treated by some of his peers. He was, however, quick to mention how exceptionally supportive the school, as a whole, was and how they contributed to his entry in the world of fashion.
Deni’s goal, after completing Year 12, was to travel to France to complete a Fashion Design Course, however he had to the raise funds in order to get there. It was Geelong High School who supported and assisted Deni in organising a ‘Fashion Show’ Fundraiser which ultimately funded his trip to Paris.
Deni spent many years living abroad in London working in PR and marketing as well as fashion buying. When he returned to Australia (Sydney) he worked for Cosmopolitan Magazine, and was the Fashion Editor until the magazine folded last year. Deni is now enjoying being back in Geelong freelancing and writing in the Fashion Column for the GT magazine each Saturday.
As wonderful as Deni’s career has been, it was so nice to hear that he had not forgotten his roots and was still so appreciative of all that Geelong High School had done for him. Deni also took the opportunity to express his strong desire to pay it forward and return to his old school (it’s on his ‘bucket list’) to speak to students about life as a fashion designer and stylist as well as his experiences with bullying.
To top our conversation off Deni suggested I might also want to speak with his brother, Michael (Mikey). Mikey is legally blind and has recently returned from a trip to Spain where he represented Australia in the Blind Tennis. He also founded a Blind AFL league here, in Geelong.
I certainly got ‘bang for my buck’ so to speak, calling Deni, as I would not have learned so much about two unique individuals via text or email.
I can’t wait to have such inspirational alumni return to their old secondary school to speak with current students about their experiences at secondary school and beyond.
If you are a past student of Geelong High School and have not yet reached out, please get in touch: 7855-alumni@schools.vic.edu.au
Tanja Dunat Timms
Ourschool Program Manager
Ourschool, an alumni service for students in state secondary schools
National Tree Planting Day

On Friday 26 July, our students had the opportunity to both connect and give to the wider community of Geelong by participating in National Tree Planting Day!
By the looks of it, they all worked extremely hard with a lot of fun to be had along the way.
Well done everyone, love your work!
On Friday 26 July, our students had the opportunity to both connect and give to the wider community of Geelong by participating in National Tree Planting Day!
By the looks of it, they all worked extremely hard with a lot of fun to be had along the way.
Well done everyone, love your work!
GHS Sporting News

All our boys netball teams have made the Western Metro Finals to be played out on Thursday 8 August in Melbourne - Junior, Intermediate and Senior teams.
All won their Geelong divisions last term and will now play in Altona, at the Atlona Netball Centre, in a round robin style format.
Best of luck to all!
Ms Sonia Kinsey - Hape/Sports Coordinator
Winners Are Grinners! Congratulations to the Junior Boys Hockey Team!
Defeating Oberon in the final, with no goal scored on them on Wednesday 7 August. How good is that!
All our boys netball teams have made the Western Metro Finals to be played out on Thursday 8 August in Melbourne - Junior, Intermediate and Senior teams.
All won their Geelong divisions last term and will now play in Altona, at the Atlona Netball Centre, in a round robin style format.
Best of luck to all!
Ms Sonia Kinsey - Hape/Sports Coordinator
Winners Are Grinners! Congratulations to the Junior Boys Hockey Team!
Defeating Oberon in the final, with no goal scored on them on Wednesday 7 August. How good is that!
Great Debate Update - Round 5

Round 5 last Thursday evening, 1 August, at Geelong Grammar saw the end of the DAV’s Competition Debating season.
The GHS ‘A’ Graders – Clare Adams (11LB), Xavier Curtis (11CA) and Ebony Storrar (12BA) with preparation help from Holly Maloney 11BA) – were for a second time stood-up by their competitors and were offered an easy victory. Like the previous time, however, our debaters were treated to another challenging stand-in opposition in the form of veteran debater and DAV adjudicator, Mitchell Dye. Mitchell again took on the topic with only minutes to prepare, and rivalled our team’s definition and arguments. This was good practice for our debaters who walked away wiser for the experience.
The ‘D’ Grade GHS-2 team of Erica Thyer (9LB), Aiden Prins (9CB) and Harold Walker (9BB) were debating for the negative on the topic ‘That refugees should have full access to the Australian welfare system’. It was a tough stance, requiring careful argumentation, and our three debaters did well to challenge their competitors from Geelong College Middle School who took the honours for the evening.
The ‘D’ Grade GHS-1 team of Emma Couchman, Summer Lehmann and Mason Blyth (all from 9LA; see photo) were debating the same topic but on the other side. The adjudicator commented on their solid use of evidence and statistics. It was a close debate, but GHS-1 just pipped Sacred Heart with Summer Lehmann awarded Best Speaker.
Congratulations to all our debaters, thanks to our supportive parents and families, and a special farewell to our Year 12s Ebony Storrar (12BA) and Heath Bayfield (12CA) – joined by this year’s recruit Kyle Adams (12MA) – who have been successful debaters for Geelong High Sschool over the years. Hope to have you back to help out the younger debaters!
Next up for Geelong High Sschool is the DAV Junior Schools Program. We have a number of Year 7s and 8s set to embark on a four-session program of training and friendly competition to be held at Clonard College later this term and into Term 4. More on that in the next update.
Mr Ubaldino Mantelli
Round 5 last Thursday evening, 1 August, at Geelong Grammar saw the end of the DAV’s Competition Debating season.
The GHS ‘A’ Graders – Clare Adams (11LB), Xavier Curtis (11CA) and Ebony Storrar (12BA) with preparation help from Holly Maloney 11BA) – were for a second time stood-up by their competitors and were offered an easy victory. Like the previous time, however, our debaters were treated to another challenging stand-in opposition in the form of veteran debater and DAV adjudicator, Mitchell Dye. Mitchell again took on the topic with only minutes to prepare, and rivalled our team’s definition and arguments. This was good practice for our debaters who walked away wiser for the experience.
The ‘D’ Grade GHS-2 team of Erica Thyer (9LB), Aiden Prins (9CB) and Harold Walker (9BB) were debating for the negative on the topic ‘That refugees should have full access to the Australian welfare system’. It was a tough stance, requiring careful argumentation, and our three debaters did well to challenge their competitors from Geelong College Middle School who took the honours for the evening.
The ‘D’ Grade GHS-1 team of Emma Couchman, Summer Lehmann and Mason Blyth (all from 9LA; see photo) were debating the same topic but on the other side. The adjudicator commented on their solid use of evidence and statistics. It was a close debate, but GHS-1 just pipped Sacred Heart with Summer Lehmann awarded Best Speaker.
Congratulations to all our debaters, thanks to our supportive parents and families, and a special farewell to our Year 12s Ebony Storrar (12BA) and Heath Bayfield (12CA) – joined by this year’s recruit Kyle Adams (12MA) – who have been successful debaters for Geelong High Sschool over the years. Hope to have you back to help out the younger debaters!
Next up for Geelong High Sschool is the DAV Junior Schools Program. We have a number of Year 7s and 8s set to embark on a four-session program of training and friendly competition to be held at Clonard College later this term and into Term 4. More on that in the next update.
Mr Ubaldino Mantelli
Year 12 Outdoor Ed Ski Trip

On Wednesday 31 July, just after lunch, our Year 12s headed off on their way up to Mt Stirling/Mt Buller for their ski trip as part of their Year 12 Outdoor & Environment Studies.
The students and staff stayed at Merrijig Lodge.
On day one, the students went for a 'shred', either snowboarding or skiiing, and then there was a day of cross-county skiing (also known as Nordic Skiing) within Mt Buller/Mt Stirling Alpine Resort.
Mr Gemmill reported that the kids had an absolute blast and that the weather turned on providing some great skiing conditions!
On Wednesday 31 July, just after lunch, our Year 12s headed off on their way up to Mt Stirling/Mt Buller for their ski trip as part of their Year 12 Outdoor & Environment Studies.
The students and staff stayed at Merrijig Lodge.
On day one, the students went for a 'shred', either snowboarding or skiiing, and then there was a day of cross-county skiing (also known as Nordic Skiing) within Mt Buller/Mt Stirling Alpine Resort.
Mr Gemmill reported that the kids had an absolute blast and that the weather turned on providing some great skiing conditions!
Lunchtime Basketball Competition

Over the past five week students from years 7-10 have been involved in 3v3 basketball competitions at lunchtime. Each competition consisted of three weeks of round robin matches, before a semi-final and finals week. Well done to all of the students who participated; we hope you enjoyed yourself.
Congratulations to the eventual winners:
Year 7/8 - Mac Butcher, Jaylen Ridgeway and Damon Pearson Year 9/10 - Kyle Lindeman, Jason McRae and Elliot Last
Mr Darren Meadows
Over the past five week students from years 7-10 have been involved in 3v3 basketball competitions at lunchtime. Each competition consisted of three weeks of round robin matches, before a semi-final and finals week. Well done to all of the students who participated; we hope you enjoyed yourself.
Congratulations to the eventual winners:
Year 7/8 - Mac Butcher, Jaylen Ridgeway and Damon Pearson Year 9/10 - Kyle Lindeman, Jason McRae and Elliot Last
Mr Darren Meadows
Parent Opinion Survey Reminder

REMINDER:
Closing date to complete the below survey is SUNDAY 11 AUGUST.
A big thankyou to all the parents/carers that have already completed the survey so far!
WE WANT OUR PARENTS TO TELL US WHAT THEY THINK!
Our school is conducting a survey to find out what parents think of our school. The Parent Opinion Survey is an annual survey offered by the Department of Education and Training that is conducted amongst a sample of randomly selected parents. It is designed to assist schools in gaining an understanding of parents’ perceptions of school climate, student behaviour and student engagement. Our school will use the survey results to help inform and direct future school planning and improvement strategies.
Approximately 30 per cent of parents will be invited to participate in this year’s survey. All responses to the survey are anonymous. This year the Parent Opinion Survey will be conducted from Monday 22nd July to Sunday 11th August.
The survey will be conducted online, only takes 10-15 minutes to complete, and can be accessed at any convenient time within the fieldwork period on desktop computers, laptops, tablets or smartphones. The online survey will be available in a range of languages other than English. These include: Arabic, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Chin (hakha), Hindi, Japanese, Somali, Turkish, Punjabi and Greek.
The survey results will be reported back to the school at the end of September. Survey results will be communicated to parents through annual reporting and the parent newsletter. Last year we used the survey results to measure satisfaction levels from parents about our current curriculum, monitor levels of student engagement and wellbeing, compare school level data on engagement with state-wide benchmarks, stimulate discussion within the school community about how to improve parent engagement, and assist in the identification of areas for improvement and professional development needs in the school.
Please contact Julianna Garcia (Assistant Principal of School Operations) if you would like more information.
REMINDER:
Closing date to complete the below survey is SUNDAY 11 AUGUST.
A big thankyou to all the parents/carers that have already completed the survey so far!
WE WANT OUR PARENTS TO TELL US WHAT THEY THINK!
Our school is conducting a survey to find out what parents think of our school. The Parent Opinion Survey is an annual survey offered by the Department of Education and Training that is conducted amongst a sample of randomly selected parents. It is designed to assist schools in gaining an understanding of parents’ perceptions of school climate, student behaviour and student engagement. Our school will use the survey results to help inform and direct future school planning and improvement strategies.
Approximately 30 per cent of parents will be invited to participate in this year’s survey. All responses to the survey are anonymous. This year the Parent Opinion Survey will be conducted from Monday 22nd July to Sunday 11th August.
The survey will be conducted online, only takes 10-15 minutes to complete, and can be accessed at any convenient time within the fieldwork period on desktop computers, laptops, tablets or smartphones. The online survey will be available in a range of languages other than English. These include: Arabic, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Chin (hakha), Hindi, Japanese, Somali, Turkish, Punjabi and Greek.
The survey results will be reported back to the school at the end of September. Survey results will be communicated to parents through annual reporting and the parent newsletter. Last year we used the survey results to measure satisfaction levels from parents about our current curriculum, monitor levels of student engagement and wellbeing, compare school level data on engagement with state-wide benchmarks, stimulate discussion within the school community about how to improve parent engagement, and assist in the identification of areas for improvement and professional development needs in the school.
Please contact Julianna Garcia (Assistant Principal of School Operations) if you would like more information.
Community Noticeboard

Please see below information on Federation University's Open Day that will be held on Sunday 25 August across the Ballarat, Berwick and Gippsland Campuses.
You can click on this link to find out more!: federation.edu.au/openday
Please see below information on Federation University's Open Day that will be held on Sunday 25 August across the Ballarat, Berwick and Gippsland Campuses.
You can click on this link to find out more!: federation.edu.au/openday
Principal's Report
Recognition of Service
Two members of our teaching staff were recently honoured by the Minister for Education James Merlino MP, for their years of dedicated service to state education.
Mr...

Recognition of Service
Two members of our teaching staff were recently honoured by the Minister for Education James Merlino MP, for their years of dedicated service to state education.
Mr Peter Kolsch has completed 45 years of service, the last 22 years here at Geelong High School. Mr Doug Mann, who has recently retired, was recognised for 40 years of service. He has also worked at Geelong High School for the last 22 years. Forty plus years in the classroom is a wonderful achievement and speaks volumes for the level of commitment these teachers have made to improve the educational opportunities of their students.
Both Peter and Doug have been highly professional and shown tremendous dedication to their chosen profession. There is no doubt they have had a significant impact upon the lives of many of the thousands of students they have taught and come in contact with over the years. I thank them both most sincerely on behalf of the entire Geelong High School community.
Recent Retirements
Besides Mr Doug Mann, our Business Manager, Ms Jane Huybens, has recently tended her resignation after 17 years at Geelong High School. The role of Business Manager is a very difficult and complex one requiring the careful management of the schools finances. Jane and I have worked closely over the last six years and I would like to acknowledge her excellent work and her strong commitment to Geelong High School over the past 17 years.
Mr Terry Kealey has also indicated his intention to retire this term. Terry has been a PE and Health & Human Development teacher at Geelong High School since 2003. Aside from being an outstanding classroom teacher, Terry played a key role in running the Managed Individual Pathways (MIPs) and Student Work Experience programs for many years.
Planned Official Opening of Kroger Wing
Next Wednesday, 31st July, the Member for Geelong, Ms Christine Couzens MP, will visit the school to officially open the newly refurbished Kroger Wing. We are very grateful for the tremendous support received from Ms Couzens MP over the course of the rebuild both initially and in securing some additional funding to enable us to complete the final stage. We have been in the Kroger building for the past two weeks and we are settling in well to the new admin and learning spaces. The modern classrooms, new library/resource centre and the new canteen have been particularly well received by students.
School Production – Crazy For You. Our annual school production is rapidly approaching with opening night just a over a week away – Friday 2nd August. You would be “crazy” to miss it. The students and Ms Yengi have been working so hard to ensure another fabulous show.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Recognition of Service
Two members of our teaching staff were recently honoured by the Minister for Education James Merlino MP, for their years of dedicated service to state education.
Mr Peter Kolsch has completed 45 years of service, the last 22 years here at Geelong High School. Mr Doug Mann, who has recently retired, was recognised for 40 years of service. He has also worked at Geelong High School for the last 22 years. Forty plus years in the classroom is a wonderful achievement and speaks volumes for the level of commitment these teachers have made to improve the educational opportunities of their students.
Both Peter and Doug have been highly professional and shown tremendous dedication to their chosen profession. There is no doubt they have had a significant impact upon the lives of many of the thousands of students they have taught and come in contact with over the years. I thank them both most sincerely on behalf of the entire Geelong High School community.
Recent Retirements
Besides Mr Doug Mann, our Business Manager, Ms Jane Huybens, has recently tended her resignation after 17 years at Geelong High School. The role of Business Manager is a very difficult and complex one requiring the careful management of the schools finances. Jane and I have worked closely over the last six years and I would like to acknowledge her excellent work and her strong commitment to Geelong High School over the past 17 years.
Mr Terry Kealey has also indicated his intention to retire this term. Terry has been a PE and Health & Human Development teacher at Geelong High School since 2003. Aside from being an outstanding classroom teacher, Terry played a key role in running the Managed Individual Pathways (MIPs) and Student Work Experience programs for many years.
Planned Official Opening of Kroger Wing
Next Wednesday, 31st July, the Member for Geelong, Ms Christine Couzens MP, will visit the school to officially open the newly refurbished Kroger Wing. We are very grateful for the tremendous support received from Ms Couzens MP over the course of the rebuild both initially and in securing some additional funding to enable us to complete the final stage. We have been in the Kroger building for the past two weeks and we are settling in well to the new admin and learning spaces. The modern classrooms, new library/resource centre and the new canteen have been particularly well received by students.
School Production – Crazy For You. Our annual school production is rapidly approaching with opening night just a over a week away – Friday 2nd August. You would be “crazy” to miss it. The students and Ms Yengi have been working so hard to ensure another fabulous show.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Parent Opinion Survey - What do you think?

WE WANT OUR PARENTS TO TELL US WHAT THEY THINK!
Our school is conducting a survey to find out what parents think of our school. The Parent Opinion Survey is an annual survey offered by the Department of Education and Training that is conducted amongst a sample of randomly selected parents. It is designed to assist schools in gaining an understanding of parents’ perceptions of school climate, student behaviour and student engagement. Our school will use the survey results to help inform and direct future school planning and improvement strategies.
Approximately 30 per cent of parents will be invited to participate in this year’s survey. All responses to the survey are anonymous. This year the Parent Opinion Survey will be conducted from Monday 22nd July to Sunday 11th August.
The survey will be conducted online, only takes 10-15 minutes to complete, and can be accessed at any convenient time within the fieldwork period on desktop computers, laptops, tablets or smartphones. The online survey will be available in a range of languages other than English. These include: Arabic, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Chin (hakha), Hindi, Japanese, Somali, Turkish, Punjabi and Greek.
The survey results will be reported back to the school at the end of September. Survey results will be communicated to parents through annual reporting and the parent newsletter. Last year we used the survey results to measure satisfaction levels from parents about our current curriculum, monitor levels of student engagement and wellbeing, compare school level data on engagement with state-wide benchmarks, stimulate discussion within the school community about how to improve parent engagement, and assist in the identification of areas for improvement and professional development needs in the school.
Please contact Julianna Garcia (Assistant Principal of School Operations) if you would like more information.
WE WANT OUR PARENTS TO TELL US WHAT THEY THINK!
Our school is conducting a survey to find out what parents think of our school. The Parent Opinion Survey is an annual survey offered by the Department of Education and Training that is conducted amongst a sample of randomly selected parents. It is designed to assist schools in gaining an understanding of parents’ perceptions of school climate, student behaviour and student engagement. Our school will use the survey results to help inform and direct future school planning and improvement strategies.
Approximately 30 per cent of parents will be invited to participate in this year’s survey. All responses to the survey are anonymous. This year the Parent Opinion Survey will be conducted from Monday 22nd July to Sunday 11th August.
The survey will be conducted online, only takes 10-15 minutes to complete, and can be accessed at any convenient time within the fieldwork period on desktop computers, laptops, tablets or smartphones. The online survey will be available in a range of languages other than English. These include: Arabic, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Chin (hakha), Hindi, Japanese, Somali, Turkish, Punjabi and Greek.
The survey results will be reported back to the school at the end of September. Survey results will be communicated to parents through annual reporting and the parent newsletter. Last year we used the survey results to measure satisfaction levels from parents about our current curriculum, monitor levels of student engagement and wellbeing, compare school level data on engagement with state-wide benchmarks, stimulate discussion within the school community about how to improve parent engagement, and assist in the identification of areas for improvement and professional development needs in the school.
Please contact Julianna Garcia (Assistant Principal of School Operations) if you would like more information.
School Production - Crazy for You!

Welcome Back to Alumnus, Mr Lindsay Maxted

Geelong High School Welcomes Back Alumnus, Lindsay Maxsted
What a privilege it was to have 1970 Geelong High School Alumnus and DUX, LINDSAY MAXSTED return to his old school to participate in a Q&A with Year 11 and 12 Business Management students.
Lindsay is one of Australia’s most successful businessmen, working as a non-executive Director with three main appointments: Chairman of Westpac Bank, Chairman of Transurban, and a Director of BHP.
The students absolutely relished this amazing opportunity. They asked Lindsay for advice on pathways, his thoughts on jobs of the future, and the common attributes of people he has seen achieve success. Students then delved into asking Lindsay more Business Management related questions in accordance to their course-work and his role as Chairman of Westpac.
Lindsay was obviously very knowledgeable and an exemplary public speaker, but what I didn’t expect was his humble, warm and personable nature. He made the students feel comfortable to ask their questions as he kept the tone casual and conversational.
There was so much to gain from this unique opportunity. Looking around the room you could see both students and teachers alike, soaking up all that Lindsay had to say. Some of the main take-aways from the session include:
- Lindsay’s greatest philosophy- try to be a ‘yes’ person rather than a ‘no’ person; embrace opportunities bestowed upon you.
- Don’t climb OVER others in order to climb the ladder.
- Be hard-working and willing to learn.
- Don’t focus heavily on what’s next in your career – do your current job well and you will naturally succeed.
- Follow a pathway that interests you. You don’t necessarily have to be absolutely passionate but you do need to have an interest.
We can’t thank Lindsay Maxsted enough for taking the time out of his busy work schedule to return his old school. We are so appreciative and look forward to having him return again in the future.
If you are a past student of Geelong High School, we would love to hear from you!
Please email: 7855-alumni@schools.vic.edu.au
Geelong High School Welcomes Back Alumnus, Lindsay Maxsted
What a privilege it was to have 1970 Geelong High School Alumnus and DUX, LINDSAY MAXSTED return to his old school to participate in a Q&A with Year 11 and 12 Business Management students.
Lindsay is one of Australia’s most successful businessmen, working as a non-executive Director with three main appointments: Chairman of Westpac Bank, Chairman of Transurban, and a Director of BHP.
The students absolutely relished this amazing opportunity. They asked Lindsay for advice on pathways, his thoughts on jobs of the future, and the common attributes of people he has seen achieve success. Students then delved into asking Lindsay more Business Management related questions in accordance to their course-work and his role as Chairman of Westpac.
Lindsay was obviously very knowledgeable and an exemplary public speaker, but what I didn’t expect was his humble, warm and personable nature. He made the students feel comfortable to ask their questions as he kept the tone casual and conversational.
There was so much to gain from this unique opportunity. Looking around the room you could see both students and teachers alike, soaking up all that Lindsay had to say. Some of the main take-aways from the session include:
- Lindsay’s greatest philosophy- try to be a ‘yes’ person rather than a ‘no’ person; embrace opportunities bestowed upon you.
- Don’t climb OVER others in order to climb the ladder.
- Be hard-working and willing to learn.
- Don’t focus heavily on what’s next in your career – do your current job well and you will naturally succeed.
- Follow a pathway that interests you. You don’t necessarily have to be absolutely passionate but you do need to have an interest.
We can’t thank Lindsay Maxsted enough for taking the time out of his busy work schedule to return his old school. We are so appreciative and look forward to having him return again in the future.
If you are a past student of Geelong High School, we would love to hear from you!
Please email: 7855-alumni@schools.vic.edu.au
Year 10 & 11 Excursion to the Alfred Hospital (P.A.R.T.Y)

P.A.R.T.Y (Preventing Alcohol Related Trauma in Youth) at the Alfred Hospital excursion was attended by our Year 10 & 11 Health students on Thursday 27 June. Students visited Emergency, ICU, Trauma wards, Physio, Occupational Therapy and Rehabilitation departments.
It was an incredibly valuable day, aiming to keep our young people safe.
Ms Vanderkley - PE/Health
P.A.R.T.Y (Preventing Alcohol Related Trauma in Youth) at the Alfred Hospital excursion was attended by our Year 10 & 11 Health students on Thursday 27 June. Students visited Emergency, ICU, Trauma wards, Physio, Occupational Therapy and Rehabilitation departments.
It was an incredibly valuable day, aiming to keep our young people safe.
Ms Vanderkley - PE/Health
Back to Back Theatre Workshop!

On Thursday 20 June, Geelong’s world-renowned Back To Back Theatre visited Geelong High. Ensemble member Sarah Mainwaring, Artistic Associate Ingrid Voorendt, and Community Programs Coordinator Nikki Watson ran a workshop with fifteen of our students from Years 7-10. Our students were generous and inclusive participants and gained a great deal in such a short time. They were very grateful for the experience. Here is some of their feedback:
“My experience with Back To Back was a great one for these two reasons: one, the Back to Back people who came along were exceptionally nice and understanding. And two, the activities we did were fun. Thank you for the experience and the opportunity to participate.”
Flynn, Year 7
“Thank you for today and the amazing opportunity that was the workshop. It was an interesting experience that, unlike drama, focused on a small game that gradually built into something bigger. It was an enjoyable process that got me out of my comfort zone but still made me feel like I could let go, not having to worry. Drama can be a fast-paced subject bouncing on different skills, and this workshop made me think about reading an atmosphere and the feel of an impulse internally then acting upon it. Working with others that I myself haven’t experienced in this sort of way was fun with new people I’ve never met. Thank you again for this experience.”
Tahlia, Year 9
“I really liked the workshop. At the start I felt a bit awkward because I don’t like talking to other people a lot, but then, when we didn’t have to talk, I felt a lot better. It was also very fun and interesting.”
Ash, Year 7
We’re planning to run another workshop later in the year, so keep an eye out for that. We’re also developing the possibility of incorporating similar workshops with Back To Back Theatre in the Year 8 Drama Program for 2020.
Mr Ubaldino Mantelli - Design & Tech/HUEN/Drama
On Thursday 20 June, Geelong’s world-renowned Back To Back Theatre visited Geelong High. Ensemble member Sarah Mainwaring, Artistic Associate Ingrid Voorendt, and Community Programs Coordinator Nikki Watson ran a workshop with fifteen of our students from Years 7-10. Our students were generous and inclusive participants and gained a great deal in such a short time. They were very grateful for the experience. Here is some of their feedback:
“My experience with Back To Back was a great one for these two reasons: one, the Back to Back people who came along were exceptionally nice and understanding. And two, the activities we did were fun. Thank you for the experience and the opportunity to participate.”
Flynn, Year 7
“Thank you for today and the amazing opportunity that was the workshop. It was an interesting experience that, unlike drama, focused on a small game that gradually built into something bigger. It was an enjoyable process that got me out of my comfort zone but still made me feel like I could let go, not having to worry. Drama can be a fast-paced subject bouncing on different skills, and this workshop made me think about reading an atmosphere and the feel of an impulse internally then acting upon it. Working with others that I myself haven’t experienced in this sort of way was fun with new people I’ve never met. Thank you again for this experience.”
Tahlia, Year 9
“I really liked the workshop. At the start I felt a bit awkward because I don’t like talking to other people a lot, but then, when we didn’t have to talk, I felt a lot better. It was also very fun and interesting.”
Ash, Year 7
We’re planning to run another workshop later in the year, so keep an eye out for that. We’re also developing the possibility of incorporating similar workshops with Back To Back Theatre in the Year 8 Drama Program for 2020.
Mr Ubaldino Mantelli - Design & Tech/HUEN/Drama
Year 10 Careers Week!

Every Year 10 student participated in the Year 10 Careers Week during the last week of Term 2. Each student designed their own time table and had the opportunity to participate in countless activities. Participation in the Careers Week has enabled students to experience Universities, TAFE and apprenticeship opportunities. Students had the opportunity to visit and explore: Federation University, Deakin University, La Trobe and Victoria University. At The Gordon students could choose from Beauty, Graphics, Hospitality, Fashion, Bricklaying, Painting and Carpentry workshops. Each student had the opportunity to ask questions and familiarise themselves with VET options, accelerated VCE, VCAL options and subject selections for 2020. Congratulations Year 10, you did yourself and GHS proud.
The depth and breadth of your pathway knowledge will be invaluable when making subject decisions soon.
Ms Trudy Cameron - Careers (MIPS, SBAT, VET & VCE)
Every Year 10 student participated in the Year 10 Careers Week during the last week of Term 2. Each student designed their own time table and had the opportunity to participate in countless activities. Participation in the Careers Week has enabled students to experience Universities, TAFE and apprenticeship opportunities. Students had the opportunity to visit and explore: Federation University, Deakin University, La Trobe and Victoria University. At The Gordon students could choose from Beauty, Graphics, Hospitality, Fashion, Bricklaying, Painting and Carpentry workshops. Each student had the opportunity to ask questions and familiarise themselves with VET options, accelerated VCE, VCAL options and subject selections for 2020. Congratulations Year 10, you did yourself and GHS proud.
The depth and breadth of your pathway knowledge will be invaluable when making subject decisions soon.
Ms Trudy Cameron - Careers (MIPS, SBAT, VET & VCE)
GHS Sporting News

A number of students have already been involved in sport for Geelong High School in the first few weeks of Term 3, with a variety of team sports going out to play other schools in and around Geelong.
We have made the finals in a number of sports at both Intermediate and senior level, with a small group of students running in the state cross country finals last week which is a great result.
Coming up In the next few weeks will be Year 7 and 8 sport which includes basketball, volleyball, table tennis and hockey. Students will need to sign up for these sports and then attend training to be selected for the day. They will then need to have their names ticked off on the compass permission forms prior to the day of the event. There is a cost of five dollars per event that a student participates in. This cost covers the bus and the venue hire that also includes the supply of umpires for the day.
Any questions please email Ms Sonia Kinsey - HAPE | SPORTS COORDINATOR
Intermediate Girls Netball
Both teams played beautfiully all day and made the finals. Congratulations girls!
Senior Girls Hockey
Lost to a penalty shoot out, a tough ending but a wonderful effort regardless. Well done girls!!
Intermediate Boys Badminton
All three teams made it to the semi-finals, and showcased some great skills plus lots of improvement from last year.
They were however outclassed in the semis but can hold their heads-up high. Great sportsmanship and teamwork.
Keep trying…lets aim for 2020!
Ms Raj Gopal
State Cross Country Championships 2019 - Thursday 18 July (Pictured above: Matt and Luke Lawrence, Tim Willson and Cody Brogden)
A number of students have already been involved in sport for Geelong High School in the first few weeks of Term 3, with a variety of team sports going out to play other schools in and around Geelong.
We have made the finals in a number of sports at both Intermediate and senior level, with a small group of students running in the state cross country finals last week which is a great result.
Coming up In the next few weeks will be Year 7 and 8 sport which includes basketball, volleyball, table tennis and hockey. Students will need to sign up for these sports and then attend training to be selected for the day. They will then need to have their names ticked off on the compass permission forms prior to the day of the event. There is a cost of five dollars per event that a student participates in. This cost covers the bus and the venue hire that also includes the supply of umpires for the day.
Any questions please email Ms Sonia Kinsey - HAPE | SPORTS COORDINATOR
Intermediate Girls Netball
Both teams played beautfiully all day and made the finals. Congratulations girls!
Senior Girls Hockey
Lost to a penalty shoot out, a tough ending but a wonderful effort regardless. Well done girls!!
Intermediate Boys Badminton
All three teams made it to the semi-finals, and showcased some great skills plus lots of improvement from last year.
They were however outclassed in the semis but can hold their heads-up high. Great sportsmanship and teamwork.
Keep trying…lets aim for 2020!
Ms Raj Gopal
State Cross Country Championships 2019 - Thursday 18 July (Pictured above: Matt and Luke Lawrence, Tim Willson and Cody Brogden)
A Rising Star!

We are excited to share some news that we have received of one of our students, Lucas Rankin in Year 7.
Lucas is involved in 'The Sound of Music' production that is currently being held at GPAC, Geelong, from Friday 19 July, opening night, and running through until 3 August.
Lucas is playing the eldest boy, standing at the back on the right hand side of the image that I have included. Such a nice shot of you too, Lucas!!
Centrestage Pty Ltd is producing The Sound of Music. They are an amateur theatre company that have a bucket load of talent at hand!
Please click on the link below to book your tickets to 'The Sound of Music.'
https://www.facebook.com/centrestageaus/
We wish Lucas all the best and hope all the cast and production crew enjoy the experience of presenting a classic that we all know and love!
We are excited to share some news that we have received of one of our students, Lucas Rankin in Year 7.
Lucas is involved in 'The Sound of Music' production that is currently being held at GPAC, Geelong, from Friday 19 July, opening night, and running through until 3 August.
Lucas is playing the eldest boy, standing at the back on the right hand side of the image that I have included. Such a nice shot of you too, Lucas!!
Centrestage Pty Ltd is producing The Sound of Music. They are an amateur theatre company that have a bucket load of talent at hand!
Please click on the link below to book your tickets to 'The Sound of Music.'
https://www.facebook.com/centrestageaus/
We wish Lucas all the best and hope all the cast and production crew enjoy the experience of presenting a classic that we all know and love!
Year 12 Camp!

The Year 12 students headed off to the wilderness for their Year 12 Camp at The Summit. Students were challenged physically and mentally and they rose to all the challenges they were faced with. Every student demonstrated exceptional teamwork, comradery and a ripping sense of humour.
Some student quotes include:
“Absolutely life changing – pushed me to challenge myself”
“You have an opportunity to bond with friends and make new ones and look back at the memories with a sense of pride”
“Pushed me out of my comfort zone and taught me everything is not as scary as it seems”
“There is a massive variety of activities and every moment is enjoyable and fun from your own participation to others’ reactions”
“The Summit was a simulating experience that proved to be full of both challenges and enjoyment – promoting teamwork and getting out of my comfort zone”
Congratulations on your effort and your ability to unleash greatness.
Ms Trudy Camerson - Careers (VET & SBATA Coordinator)
The Year 12 students headed off to the wilderness for their Year 12 Camp at The Summit. Students were challenged physically and mentally and they rose to all the challenges they were faced with. Every student demonstrated exceptional teamwork, comradery and a ripping sense of humour.
Some student quotes include:
“Absolutely life changing – pushed me to challenge myself”
“You have an opportunity to bond with friends and make new ones and look back at the memories with a sense of pride”
“Pushed me out of my comfort zone and taught me everything is not as scary as it seems”
“There is a massive variety of activities and every moment is enjoyable and fun from your own participation to others’ reactions”
“The Summit was a simulating experience that proved to be full of both challenges and enjoyment – promoting teamwork and getting out of my comfort zone”
Congratulations on your effort and your ability to unleash greatness.
Ms Trudy Camerson - Careers (VET & SBATA Coordinator)
Weekly Career News for 16 July 2019

Pathways Information Evening, Monday 29 July

Upcoming SBAT Information Expo

For further information, please do not hesitate to contact Ms Trudy Cameron (Careers, VET & SBAT Coordinator) or Mr Graeme Matheson (SBAT Coordinator)
For further information, please do not hesitate to contact Ms Trudy Cameron (Careers, VET & SBAT Coordinator) or Mr Graeme Matheson (SBAT Coordinator)
Principal's Report
Week 8, Term 2, 2019
Stage two – Kroger Wing –we are moving in! As I write this last newsletter for the term the old school building is literally coming down around me. Temporary walls ar...

Week 8, Term 2, 2019
Stage Two – Kroger Wing –we are moving in! As I write this last newsletter for the term the old school building is literally coming down around me. Temporary walls are being dismantled and the office Admin area is being emptied ready for demolition in the next week or so. Staff are busy moving into the transformed Kroger Wing. There are smiles on the faces of students and staff and a high level of excitement and anticipation as we begin to occupy the second stage of our rebuild. My sincere thanks to students and staff for their patience as we undertake this historic work. I would like to acknowledge the work of Ken Stewart (AP) for leading and overseeing this work on behalf of the school.
Preparatory work is being undertaken for Stage Three which will have commenced by the time the students return for Term 3. Stage Three will again be challenging as the movement of students around the school site will be restricted while work is undertaken in both the Vague and Winstanley wings. We are on-track to complete Stage Three in Term 1 of 2020.
Doug Mann Farewell. Our much loved Drama/Theatre Studies/English teacher Doug Mann retires this week after 22 years of service to Geelong High School and 35 years of service to state education overall. Shenton Theatre was his home for much of that time and his work there is a wonderful legacy for Geelong High. It is difficult to encapsulate Doug’s career given it spans so many years. Doug himself measures the years in terms of the amazing school productions he either wrote, choreographed, directed, built sets or, more often than not – did all four and much more. We wish him all the best as he opens the next act in this play we call life.
I would like to wish students, staff and parents/carers all the best for the Term break and we look forward to returning to a new Kroger Wing on Monday 15th July.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Week 8, Term 2, 2019
Stage Two – Kroger Wing –we are moving in! As I write this last newsletter for the term the old school building is literally coming down around me. Temporary walls are being dismantled and the office Admin area is being emptied ready for demolition in the next week or so. Staff are busy moving into the transformed Kroger Wing. There are smiles on the faces of students and staff and a high level of excitement and anticipation as we begin to occupy the second stage of our rebuild. My sincere thanks to students and staff for their patience as we undertake this historic work. I would like to acknowledge the work of Ken Stewart (AP) for leading and overseeing this work on behalf of the school.
Preparatory work is being undertaken for Stage Three which will have commenced by the time the students return for Term 3. Stage Three will again be challenging as the movement of students around the school site will be restricted while work is undertaken in both the Vague and Winstanley wings. We are on-track to complete Stage Three in Term 1 of 2020.
Doug Mann Farewell. Our much loved Drama/Theatre Studies/English teacher Doug Mann retires this week after 22 years of service to Geelong High School and 35 years of service to state education overall. Shenton Theatre was his home for much of that time and his work there is a wonderful legacy for Geelong High. It is difficult to encapsulate Doug’s career given it spans so many years. Doug himself measures the years in terms of the amazing school productions he either wrote, choreographed, directed, built sets or, more often than not – did all four and much more. We wish him all the best as he opens the next act in this play we call life.
I would like to wish students, staff and parents/carers all the best for the Term break and we look forward to returning to a new Kroger Wing on Monday 15th July.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Operation Newstart - A Student Graduates!

Congratulations to Brendon Love, who graduated from Operation Newstart on Friday 21 June 2019. Operation Newstart is an innovative re-engagement program for young people aged 14 -16 attending Victorian State Secondary schools who are at significant educational risk. Brendon was the MC for the day and gave a great speech about his time with this great innovation for young people. He spoke about his learning experiences, the activities and most importantly, the friends he has made. He is now looking forward to returning to school renewed and with some new skills under his belt.
Well done, Brendon, we are all so very proud of you!!
Congratulations to Brendon Love, who graduated from Operation Newstart on Friday 21 June 2019. Operation Newstart is an innovative re-engagement program for young people aged 14 -16 attending Victorian State Secondary schools who are at significant educational risk. Brendon was the MC for the day and gave a great speech about his time with this great innovation for young people. He spoke about his learning experiences, the activities and most importantly, the friends he has made. He is now looking forward to returning to school renewed and with some new skills under his belt.
Well done, Brendon, we are all so very proud of you!!
Year 9 Japanese Excursion - Hi Sushi

Year 9 Japanese Excursion - Hi Sushi
Our Year 9 Japanese students celebrated the end of a productive semester by attending an excursion at Hi-Sushi Japanese restaurant. After braving the weather on the walk into town, students selected their preferred meals which included Okonomiyaki, Obento Boxes, Sushi and Gyoza. The meal sizes were huge and everyone reported that they thought it was delicious, many hoping to return to Hi-Sushi with family another day.
Mrs Jacques
Japanese Teacher
Year 9 Japanese Excursion - Hi Sushi
Our Year 9 Japanese students celebrated the end of a productive semester by attending an excursion at Hi-Sushi Japanese restaurant. After braving the weather on the walk into town, students selected their preferred meals which included Okonomiyaki, Obento Boxes, Sushi and Gyoza. The meal sizes were huge and everyone reported that they thought it was delicious, many hoping to return to Hi-Sushi with family another day.
Mrs Jacques
Japanese Teacher
Year 8 Digital Technology Class

Over the last few weeks, the Year 8 Digital Technology class has been designing and constructing mazes for their Common Assessment Task (CAT).
As part of the CAT, students also worked in groups to code (program) Sphero's (small robots) to travel through as many of the mazes as possible. It was a fun way for the students to learn more about coding.
Mr Jason d'Offay- STEM Coordinator
Over the last few weeks, the Year 8 Digital Technology class has been designing and constructing mazes for their Common Assessment Task (CAT).
As part of the CAT, students also worked in groups to code (program) Sphero's (small robots) to travel through as many of the mazes as possible. It was a fun way for the students to learn more about coding.
Mr Jason d'Offay- STEM Coordinator
GHS Sporting News

Western Metro Cross Country
A big congratulations to our Senior Boys team that came first in their category! Also, congratulations to our Senior Girls team who came second.
Congratulations to Eva Reid and Jasmine Smith on making the State Finals!! (pictured below left, Eva Reid and right, Jasmine Smith)
Western Metro Cross Country
A big congratulations to our Senior Boys team that came first in their category! Also, congratulations to our Senior Girls team who came second.
Congratulations to Eva Reid and Jasmine Smith on making the State Finals!! (pictured below left, Eva Reid and right, Jasmine Smith)
Year 12 Careers Expo

All Year 12 students had the opportunity to start to refine their career pathway decisions when University, TAFE, Apprenticeship Organisations and Private Providers visited Geelong High School a couple weeks ago. Students were able to ask individual questions and have personal conversations with representatives of the Organisations.
Ms Trudy Cameron - Careers
All Year 12 students had the opportunity to start to refine their career pathway decisions when University, TAFE, Apprenticeship Organisations and Private Providers visited Geelong High School a couple weeks ago. Students were able to ask individual questions and have personal conversations with representatives of the Organisations.
Ms Trudy Cameron - Careers
Table Tennis - A Visit from Australia's No.1 Ranked Player

The table tennis demo was a success. The students got to have a hit against Australia’s current number one ranked male player, Hemming Hu. Five students were lucky to score a point against Hemming to win them a free ticket to the ITTF Seamaster World Tour Platinum Open at the Geelong Arena.
As Hemming explained, this year should see more of the best players from across world come to Geelong to gain points towards 2020 Olympic qualification.
Thank you to Justin Harris for helping with supervision and for sparking the competition, and to Darren Hobbs for taking photos.
Tickets are available here: https://tickets.geelongaustralia.com.au/event/seamaster-2019-ittf-world-tour-platinum-australian-open
Mr Ubaldino Mantelli
The table tennis demo was a success. The students got to have a hit against Australia’s current number one ranked male player, Hemming Hu. Five students were lucky to score a point against Hemming to win them a free ticket to the ITTF Seamaster World Tour Platinum Open at the Geelong Arena.
As Hemming explained, this year should see more of the best players from across world come to Geelong to gain points towards 2020 Olympic qualification.
Thank you to Justin Harris for helping with supervision and for sparking the competition, and to Darren Hobbs for taking photos.
Tickets are available here: https://tickets.geelongaustralia.com.au/event/seamaster-2019-ittf-world-tour-platinum-australian-open
Mr Ubaldino Mantelli
Inter-schools Grand Final Show Jumping

Stevie Mackenzie with a passion for everything equestrian and one of our very talented students, recently participated in the Inter-schools Grand Final Show Jumping at Werribee Park, representing Geelong High School.
Stevie's mum stated: "Chief, (Stevie's horse), is very new to the competition world and so it was more of an educational experience. Both horse and rider handled themselves very well."
Congratulations to the dynamic duo, Stevie and her beautiful horse, Chief!
Stevie Mackenzie with a passion for everything equestrian and one of our very talented students, recently participated in the Inter-schools Grand Final Show Jumping at Werribee Park, representing Geelong High School.
Stevie's mum stated: "Chief, (Stevie's horse), is very new to the competition world and so it was more of an educational experience. Both horse and rider handled themselves very well."
Congratulations to the dynamic duo, Stevie and her beautiful horse, Chief!
Principal's Report
Coming Event- Vocal Music Night – Monday 17 June – Shenton Theatre commencing at 7 pm
Stage Two – Kroger Wing –Nearing Completion
We are on track to occupy the second stage of our rebuild project at the end of term which is just two weeks away. The year 7 courtyard was asphalted last week and will be ready for use in Term 3. Staff are busy packing up offices in order to make the big shift on the last day of term.

Coming Event- Vocal Music Night – Monday 17 June – Shenton Theatre commencing at 7 pm
Stage Two – Kroger Wing –Nearing Completion
We are on track to occupy the second stage of our rebuild project at the end of term which is just two weeks away. The year 7 courtyard was asphalted last week and will be ready for use in Term 3. Staff are busy packing up offices in order to make the big shift on the last day of term.
No classes for years 7 to 11 on last day of Term 2 - Friday 28 June – Due to the need to shift classroom furniture into the refurbished Kroger building, only year 12 classes will operate on the last day of term.
End of Semester One and Transition to Semester Two
The vast majority of our students are working well, putting in the necessary effort and achieving excellent results. It is important that students take responsibility for what they do and what they achieve. The ability to apply effort, to persevere and to do your best are important skills and abilities we will all need as we face an ever-changing world of increasing complexity and uncertainty. Congratulations to those students who have achieved great results and well done to the vast majority of senior students who are working well and making a real effort to finish semester one (units 1 and 3) on a positive note. All students doing unit 3 subjects will have completed the General Achievement Test (GAT) this week. A good score on the GAT may well be critical as a component of it may be used to moderate school-based assessments.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Coming Event- Vocal Music Night – Monday 17 June – Shenton Theatre commencing at 7 pm
Stage Two – Kroger Wing –Nearing Completion
We are on track to occupy the second stage of our rebuild project at the end of term which is just two weeks away. The year 7 courtyard was asphalted last week and will be ready for use in Term 3. Staff are busy packing up offices in order to make the big shift on the last day of term.
No classes for years 7 to 11 on last day of Term 2 - Friday 28 June – Due to the need to shift classroom furniture into the refurbished Kroger building, only year 12 classes will operate on the last day of term.
End of Semester One and Transition to Semester Two
The vast majority of our students are working well, putting in the necessary effort and achieving excellent results. It is important that students take responsibility for what they do and what they achieve. The ability to apply effort, to persevere and to do your best are important skills and abilities we will all need as we face an ever-changing world of increasing complexity and uncertainty. Congratulations to those students who have achieved great results and well done to the vast majority of senior students who are working well and making a real effort to finish semester one (units 1 and 3) on a positive note. All students doing unit 3 subjects will have completed the General Achievement Test (GAT) this week. A good score on the GAT may well be critical as a component of it may be used to moderate school-based assessments.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Exchange to Japan with AIIU - Interested?

Year 12 Little Creatures Tour

On Tuesday 28 May our Year 12 Business Management class visited Little Creatures in Geelong where they toured the facilities to enhance their understanding of Operations Management within a manufacturing environment. This tour gave our students a deeper understanding in operation processes and strategies used to optimise operations.
Ms Kyla Jacques - Language (Japanese)
On Tuesday 28 May our Year 12 Business Management class visited Little Creatures in Geelong where they toured the facilities to enhance their understanding of Operations Management within a manufacturing environment. This tour gave our students a deeper understanding in operation processes and strategies used to optimise operations.
Ms Kyla Jacques - Language (Japanese)
Winter Ensemble Concert

On Monday 3 of June the Shenton Theatre came alive to the sound of concert band music at our 'Winter Ensemble Concert'. We heard the Brass ensemble play a varied program of works from Wagner to Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody. The Chamber ensemble also thrilled the audience with a delightful rendition of the Polovestian Dances by Borodin. The full concert band completed the night with an extensive program of music, all played to a very high standard. All members on the night brought exceptional musicianship to the program and the audience was captivated by the night of music.
Mr Andrew Kypriotis
Head of Music
On Monday 3 of June the Shenton Theatre came alive to the sound of concert band music at our 'Winter Ensemble Concert'. We heard the Brass ensemble play a varied program of works from Wagner to Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody. The Chamber ensemble also thrilled the audience with a delightful rendition of the Polovestian Dances by Borodin. The full concert band completed the night with an extensive program of music, all played to a very high standard. All members on the night brought exceptional musicianship to the program and the audience was captivated by the night of music.
Mr Andrew Kypriotis
Head of Music
STEM - Engineering Experience Day at Deakin

We visited Deakin University Waurn Ponds on Tuesday the 27 May for an Engineering Experience Day. There were numerous activities to show the students different engineering courses on offer at Deakin. We participated in three workshops, to dig deeper into the Electricity, Environmental, and Computer Engineering branches. For the Electricity workshop, we created our own windmills with limited resources, and then tested them out using a voltmeter. Luckily, everyone’s windmills spanned reasonably well. For the Environmental workshop, we had to create a water filter using materials such as, sand, coal, gravel, cheesecloth and put it in a bottle to test them by running dirty water though them. For the computer workshop, we had to put a code though a computer, which would set off a controlled sequence of lights, in this case traffic lights. Overall, the students who visited Deakin left satisfied and hopeful for the future.
Enza Magor Year 7LB
We visited Deakin University Waurn Ponds on Tuesday the 27 May for an Engineering Experience Day. There were numerous activities to show the students different engineering courses on offer at Deakin. We participated in three workshops, to dig deeper into the Electricity, Environmental, and Computer Engineering branches. For the Electricity workshop, we created our own windmills with limited resources, and then tested them out using a voltmeter. Luckily, everyone’s windmills spanned reasonably well. For the Environmental workshop, we had to create a water filter using materials such as, sand, coal, gravel, cheesecloth and put it in a bottle to test them by running dirty water though them. For the computer workshop, we had to put a code though a computer, which would set off a controlled sequence of lights, in this case traffic lights. Overall, the students who visited Deakin left satisfied and hopeful for the future.
Enza Magor Year 7LB
2019 GPEP & VCAL Sleepout

Last Thursday night, 6 June, students from GPEP + VCAL took part in the 2019 Sleep Out.
This event aims to raise awareness of those sleeping rough, and raise money for organisations supporting the 1 in 200 Australian’s experiencing homelessness. Students spent time cooking lots of soup and lasagne, that was donated directly to the Salvo’s Outreach Bus. They were also visited by the Orange Sky Laundry van to see how the service operates!
A big thanks to Nick Ayerbe, Brennon Reusch and Chris Green for supporting the students and program.
Ms Cat Yee - Dance/Bus Mgt/GPEP
Barwon Office - Assistant House Leader
Last Thursday night, 6 June, students from GPEP + VCAL took part in the 2019 Sleep Out.
This event aims to raise awareness of those sleeping rough, and raise money for organisations supporting the 1 in 200 Australian’s experiencing homelessness. Students spent time cooking lots of soup and lasagne, that was donated directly to the Salvo’s Outreach Bus. They were also visited by the Orange Sky Laundry van to see how the service operates!
A big thanks to Nick Ayerbe, Brennon Reusch and Chris Green for supporting the students and program.
Ms Cat Yee - Dance/Bus Mgt/GPEP
Barwon Office - Assistant House Leader
Year 7 Careers Adventure

All Year 7 students headed down to GMHBA Stadium for their Careers Adventure Day. The day started brilliantly with the students seeing the 'Mighty Cats' complete a training session. During the day students completed many employability challenges to strengthen their communication, teamwork, problem solving and initiative skills. Each student completed a skills audit on themselves and set goals for the future. Each student has written a letter to themselves to be opened when they are in Year 12 which discusses their aspirations and hopes.
Some Year 7 quotes include:
“I liked thinking about what I am good at”
“the teamwork activities were fun and you could see who were the good workers”
“it gave me a more happier mindset about myself”
“it was nice to be out of school and spend time with my friends”
“I think it is going to be funny to open my letter in six years!”
Well done Year 7’s, you worked hard all day!
Ms Trudy Cameron - Careers/VET, VCAL & SBAT
All Year 7 students headed down to GMHBA Stadium for their Careers Adventure Day. The day started brilliantly with the students seeing the 'Mighty Cats' complete a training session. During the day students completed many employability challenges to strengthen their communication, teamwork, problem solving and initiative skills. Each student completed a skills audit on themselves and set goals for the future. Each student has written a letter to themselves to be opened when they are in Year 12 which discusses their aspirations and hopes.
Some Year 7 quotes include:
“I liked thinking about what I am good at”
“the teamwork activities were fun and you could see who were the good workers”
“it gave me a more happier mindset about myself”
“it was nice to be out of school and spend time with my friends”
“I think it is going to be funny to open my letter in six years!”
Well done Year 7’s, you worked hard all day!
Ms Trudy Cameron - Careers/VET, VCAL & SBAT
Debating Update (Rounds 2 & 3)

Two rounds in one report...
In Week Four of this term, Round Two saw the final of the prepared debates. Our ‘A’ Graders – Holly Moloney (11BA) and Xavier Curtis (11CA), led by Captain Clare Adams (11LB) – were pleasantly surprised by the Geelong Grammar Team Three no-show, despite the debate being on Grammar’s home soil/carpet, a short walk away from the residences.
Not to be left feeling like their research, speech writing and travel was time wasted, our team was treated to a one-man assault by DAV adjudicator and veteran debater Mitchell Dye. The confident, erudite and experienced Mitchell spoke as first and second negative, having had only minutes to prepare for the topic ’That we should criminally prosecute companies that use sweatshops’. It was his rebuttals, however, that were to behold. As our team, pushed through with their credible arguments, Mitchell showed no mercy as he built his case and demolished ours.
Nonetheless, Mitchell was generous in his praise and advice, and our team found it an invaluable experience.
Our ‘D’ Grade Team 1 – Emma Couchman, Summer Lehmann and Mason Blyth, all of 9LA – fared well against one of two Geelong College Middle School teams. Arguing for the affirmative ‘That all political parties should have quotas for female candidates’, Geelong High School won with Summer taking out Best Speaker. Our other ‘D’ Grade team had to forfeit in advance due to lack of numbers, which was disappointing, but at least we let the opposition know ahead of time!
In Round Three, two weeks later, all three teams competed. The ‘A’ Graders had their first of three secret topic debates, before which they have just one hour with no devices, parents or teachers and only newspapers to develop their arguments and speeches. Our team of Ebony Storrar (12BA), Clare Adams (11LB) and Heath Bayfield (12LA) fought hard against a well-organised and articulate Geelong Grammar Team 2. Despite losing the debate, Ebony was awarded Best Speaker.
Our ‘D’ Graders were arguing on both sides of the debate against other schools. GHS 1 – Emma, Summer and Mason – were on the affirmative for the topic ’That we should abolish standardised testing (e.g. NAPLAN)’ against the other Geelong College Middle School team, while GHS 2 were arguing the negative against Clonard College. While GHS 1 were victorious again, the first-timers of GHS 2 – Erica Thyer (9LB), Aiden Prins (9CB) and Harold Walker (9BB) – while highly commendable in their approach and effort throughout, were unable to overcome their more experienced opponents.
In public speaking news, congratulations to Kyle Adams (12MA) and Clare Adams for participating in the VCAA Plain English Speaking Award Regional Final. Thanks to Mr Steve Brown and Ms Julianna Garcia for transporting our speakers to and from the Geelong venue. Stand by for an extended report from Kyle and Clare.
All our debaters and public speakers are doing Geelong High School proud, showing perseverance, intellectual rigour and teamwork.
Good luck for Round Four, Thursday 13 June!
Mr Ubaldino Mantelli - Design & Tech/Drama/Corio Office Assistant House Leader
Two rounds in one report...
In Week Four of this term, Round Two saw the final of the prepared debates. Our ‘A’ Graders – Holly Moloney (11BA) and Xavier Curtis (11CA), led by Captain Clare Adams (11LB) – were pleasantly surprised by the Geelong Grammar Team Three no-show, despite the debate being on Grammar’s home soil/carpet, a short walk away from the residences.
Not to be left feeling like their research, speech writing and travel was time wasted, our team was treated to a one-man assault by DAV adjudicator and veteran debater Mitchell Dye. The confident, erudite and experienced Mitchell spoke as first and second negative, having had only minutes to prepare for the topic ’That we should criminally prosecute companies that use sweatshops’. It was his rebuttals, however, that were to behold. As our team, pushed through with their credible arguments, Mitchell showed no mercy as he built his case and demolished ours.
Nonetheless, Mitchell was generous in his praise and advice, and our team found it an invaluable experience.
Our ‘D’ Grade Team 1 – Emma Couchman, Summer Lehmann and Mason Blyth, all of 9LA – fared well against one of two Geelong College Middle School teams. Arguing for the affirmative ‘That all political parties should have quotas for female candidates’, Geelong High School won with Summer taking out Best Speaker. Our other ‘D’ Grade team had to forfeit in advance due to lack of numbers, which was disappointing, but at least we let the opposition know ahead of time!
In Round Three, two weeks later, all three teams competed. The ‘A’ Graders had their first of three secret topic debates, before which they have just one hour with no devices, parents or teachers and only newspapers to develop their arguments and speeches. Our team of Ebony Storrar (12BA), Clare Adams (11LB) and Heath Bayfield (12LA) fought hard against a well-organised and articulate Geelong Grammar Team 2. Despite losing the debate, Ebony was awarded Best Speaker.
Our ‘D’ Graders were arguing on both sides of the debate against other schools. GHS 1 – Emma, Summer and Mason – were on the affirmative for the topic ’That we should abolish standardised testing (e.g. NAPLAN)’ against the other Geelong College Middle School team, while GHS 2 were arguing the negative against Clonard College. While GHS 1 were victorious again, the first-timers of GHS 2 – Erica Thyer (9LB), Aiden Prins (9CB) and Harold Walker (9BB) – while highly commendable in their approach and effort throughout, were unable to overcome their more experienced opponents.
In public speaking news, congratulations to Kyle Adams (12MA) and Clare Adams for participating in the VCAA Plain English Speaking Award Regional Final. Thanks to Mr Steve Brown and Ms Julianna Garcia for transporting our speakers to and from the Geelong venue. Stand by for an extended report from Kyle and Clare.
All our debaters and public speakers are doing Geelong High School proud, showing perseverance, intellectual rigour and teamwork.
Good luck for Round Four, Thursday 13 June!
Mr Ubaldino Mantelli - Design & Tech/Drama/Corio Office Assistant House Leader
GHS Sporting News

Junior and Intermediate Boys Netball Teams
On Tuesday 4 June our junior and intermediate boys netball teams battled it out against other Geelong schools, competing in a round-robin format. Our junior team won against Oberon and our intermediate team beat Grovedale!
Congratulations to all the boys!
Interschool Cross Country
On Friday 31 May our students braved very harsh weather conditions, the cold, the wind and the rain.
Ms Kinsey stated "they were legends" for not giving up and the smiles on some of our Year 7s faces said it all!
Congratulations to all participants!
Junior and Intermediate Boys Netball Teams
On Tuesday 4 June our junior and intermediate boys netball teams battled it out against other Geelong schools, competing in a round-robin format. Our junior team won against Oberon and our intermediate team beat Grovedale!
Congratulations to all the boys!
Interschool Cross Country
On Friday 31 May our students braved very harsh weather conditions, the cold, the wind and the rain.
Ms Kinsey stated "they were legends" for not giving up and the smiles on some of our Year 7s faces said it all!
Congratulations to all participants!
CSEF Application Reminder!

Dear Parents/Guardians/Carers
Just a reminder that the closing date for CSEF Applications is Friday 21 June 2019.
If you are the holder of a valid Pension/Healthcare card, you may be eligible to claim financial assistance for camps, sports and excursions.
Please complete your CSEF Application Form 2019 (available on Newsfeed or at Administration Office) and return to the Administration Office before 21 June 2019.
PLEASE NOTE: IF CSEF WAS RECEIVED LAST YEAR, UNLESS CIRCUMSTANCES HAVE CHANGED, CSEF IS AUTOMATICALLY ROLLED OVER AND APPLIED. A NEW APPLICATION IS NOT REQUIRED.
Thank you.
Administration
Dear Parents/Guardians/Carers
Just a reminder that the closing date for CSEF Applications is Friday 21 June 2019.
If you are the holder of a valid Pension/Healthcare card, you may be eligible to claim financial assistance for camps, sports and excursions.
Please complete your CSEF Application Form 2019 (available on Newsfeed or at Administration Office) and return to the Administration Office before 21 June 2019.
PLEASE NOTE: IF CSEF WAS RECEIVED LAST YEAR, UNLESS CIRCUMSTANCES HAVE CHANGED, CSEF IS AUTOMATICALLY ROLLED OVER AND APPLIED. A NEW APPLICATION IS NOT REQUIRED.
Thank you.
Administration
Tuning in to Teens - a FREE program for parents of adolescents!

Principal's Report
Parents & Friends Election Day – Democracy BBQ Result
Our hard working Parents & Friends raised over $1200 for the school at the recent Election Day BBQ. These funds will go towards furn...

Parents & Friends Election Day – Democracy BBQ Result
Our hard working Parents & Friends raised over $1200 for the school at the recent Election Day BBQ. These funds will go towards furnishing the foyer in the newly refurbished Kroger Wing of the school. My sincere thanks to Wendy, Emily and Alan Warren, Robin Eyers and Anne Blamey, Mel Telfer, Jan Clarke, Lachlan, Anthea and Paul Davis, Holly Moloney, Kath Parrington, Steve Brown, Tracy Wielens and Julianna Garcia for their assistance prior to and on the day.
Mobile Phone Policy Review
Some schools ban mobile phones entirely; others restrict access to certain year levels and/or times of the day. While mobile phones are seen as a useful technology and a potential safety device of particular concern is student misuse of the devices to access social media sites, to game and to bully other students. There is evidence to suggest that they, or at least the games, apps and on-line worlds it connects us to, can be addictive. We are currently reviewing our Mobile Phone Policy which can be found on our Website.
https://www.geelonghigh.vic.edu.au/new/about-us/policies
If you would like to express your view and suggest changes to the policy you can do so by using the Contact Us link on our Website https://www.geelonghigh.vic.edu.au/new/about-us/contact-us or by emailing us at geelong.hs@edumail.vic.gov.au
Do you have a Financial/Accounting qualifications? We are still looking for an interested parent or friend of Geelong High School who would like to join our Finance Sub-committee of School Council. If you have a finance background and would like to know more about what is involved please contact the school on Ph: 52254100.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Parents & Friends Election Day – Democracy BBQ Result
Our hard working Parents & Friends raised over $1200 for the school at the recent Election Day BBQ. These funds will go towards furnishing the foyer in the newly refurbished Kroger Wing of the school. My sincere thanks to Wendy, Emily and Alan Warren, Robin Eyers and Anne Blamey, Mel Telfer, Jan Clarke, Lachlan, Anthea and Paul Davis, Holly Moloney, Kath Parrington, Steve Brown, Tracy Wielens and Julianna Garcia for their assistance prior to and on the day.
Mobile Phone Policy Review
Some schools ban mobile phones entirely; others restrict access to certain year levels and/or times of the day. While mobile phones are seen as a useful technology and a potential safety device of particular concern is student misuse of the devices to access social media sites, to game and to bully other students. There is evidence to suggest that they, or at least the games, apps and on-line worlds it connects us to, can be addictive. We are currently reviewing our Mobile Phone Policy which can be found on our Website.
https://www.geelonghigh.vic.edu.au/new/about-us/policies
If you would like to express your view and suggest changes to the policy you can do so by using the Contact Us link on our Website https://www.geelonghigh.vic.edu.au/new/about-us/contact-us or by emailing us at geelong.hs@edumail.vic.gov.au
Do you have a Financial/Accounting qualifications? We are still looking for an interested parent or friend of Geelong High School who would like to join our Finance Sub-committee of School Council. If you have a finance background and would like to know more about what is involved please contact the school on Ph: 52254100.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Building Project Update
The latest update on our building project.
The project is progressing rapidly as the finishing trades complete their work
Photo as above, looking East from the Year 7 courtyard towards t...

The latest update on our building project.
The project is progressing rapidly as the finishing trades complete their work
Photo as above, looking East from the Year 7 courtyard towards the House Offices.
Public reception area.
Entrace to Kroger from the Year 7 courtyard.
Student reception area.
Joyce Stevenson's final resting place above the staffroom.
The library starting to take shape.
Staff room cabinets with the Corian benchtops protected.
On Monday 27 May, the laying of 2000sq metres of carpet tiles has commenced. Above is the carpet in the staff room.
Carpet outside the first floor staff room.
Ken Stewart - Assistant Principal
The latest update on our building project.
The project is progressing rapidly as the finishing trades complete their work
Photo as above, looking East from the Year 7 courtyard towards the House Offices.
Public reception area.
Entrace to Kroger from the Year 7 courtyard.
Student reception area.
Joyce Stevenson's final resting place above the staffroom.
The library starting to take shape.
Staff room cabinets with the Corian benchtops protected.
On Monday 27 May, the laying of 2000sq metres of carpet tiles has commenced. Above is the carpet in the staff room.
Carpet outside the first floor staff room.
Ken Stewart - Assistant Principal
Sustainability Week Wrap-Up

Sustainability Week was a great success with many students participating in events and activities around the school. On Monday 20 May, we had our energy challenge. Our school community was encouraged to car pool, walk or ride to school and we had an Earth Hour during the day where electrical devices were switched off where possible. Throughout the week, many staff took time out of their regular program to discuss sustainability in their lessons. Some teachers showed films in class and in particular, John Foss’s documentary, highlighting the issues facing the fragile ecosystem of Point Impossible in Torquay. Others took time out to spread mulch over our garden areas and we introduced our Soft Plastics Recycling program. Wednesday was ‘Nude Food Day’ with many students acknowledging the difference we can create when we reduce the amount of waste we bring into school. We also spoke to students about conserving water and stickers were put up around the school to remind everyone to reduce their water waste.
The highlight of the week was our whole school assembly on Sustainability. The school Captains stepped up to promote sustainability to a very receptive audience. We showed our short film on our recent Waste Audit which will soon be available on our Facebook site. The Assembly finished with an inspiring rendition of ‘Let it Grow’ from the Disney film ‘The Lorax’ by Ms Courtney Yengi’s performing arts students. In all, a fantastic spectacle that wouldn’t have happened without the time and energy of Ms Yengi and her crew.
Also during the week there was a Poetry Writing Competition, a 'Swap Don't Shop' event as well as a Raffle! There were some very happy, smiling faces receiving some fabulous prizes!
Winners of the Writing Competitions included:
Senior Division Winner
Natasha Fox (11CA)
Commendations:
Grace Lewis (11MB)
Pia Chipperfield (11MB)
Mackenzie Smith (10BA)
Emilee Pearson (10CB)
Junior Division Winner
Keira West (8CB)
Commendations:
Anna Filbay (8CB)
Elijah Daley (8LB)
Axden Murdoch (7LA)
Rhiannon Logan (8MA)
Persuasive Letter Writer Winner
Bella Telfer (7MB)
Raffle Winners
Our all-important Raffle was a bit hit over Sustainability Week. One of our year 12 students, Leigh Munro, selected the winning tickets and Mr Davey announced the winners just before the bell last Friday 24 May.
Two teachers and one student were the lucky recipients. Ms Trudy Cameron took out First Prize, a lovely hamper filled with treats from The Farmer’s Place as well as some handy vouchers including a $100 gift card from Bunnings. Darcy O’Neill and Ms Sonia Kinsey were our Second and Third prize winners, each taking home a hamper of goodies.
Thank you to all who bought tickets for the raffle. The money raised will go to sustainability activities and support plans to create a nude food only eating garden at the school.
Sharon Hultqvist - English/Sustainability Coordinator
Sustainability Week was a great success with many students participating in events and activities around the school. On Monday 20 May, we had our energy challenge. Our school community was encouraged to car pool, walk or ride to school and we had an Earth Hour during the day where electrical devices were switched off where possible. Throughout the week, many staff took time out of their regular program to discuss sustainability in their lessons. Some teachers showed films in class and in particular, John Foss’s documentary, highlighting the issues facing the fragile ecosystem of Point Impossible in Torquay. Others took time out to spread mulch over our garden areas and we introduced our Soft Plastics Recycling program. Wednesday was ‘Nude Food Day’ with many students acknowledging the difference we can create when we reduce the amount of waste we bring into school. We also spoke to students about conserving water and stickers were put up around the school to remind everyone to reduce their water waste.
The highlight of the week was our whole school assembly on Sustainability. The school Captains stepped up to promote sustainability to a very receptive audience. We showed our short film on our recent Waste Audit which will soon be available on our Facebook site. The Assembly finished with an inspiring rendition of ‘Let it Grow’ from the Disney film ‘The Lorax’ by Ms Courtney Yengi’s performing arts students. In all, a fantastic spectacle that wouldn’t have happened without the time and energy of Ms Yengi and her crew.
Also during the week there was a Poetry Writing Competition, a 'Swap Don't Shop' event as well as a Raffle! There were some very happy, smiling faces receiving some fabulous prizes!
Winners of the Writing Competitions included:
Senior Division Winner
Natasha Fox (11CA)
Commendations:
Grace Lewis (11MB)
Pia Chipperfield (11MB)
Mackenzie Smith (10BA)
Emilee Pearson (10CB)
Junior Division Winner
Keira West (8CB)
Commendations:
Anna Filbay (8CB)
Elijah Daley (8LB)
Axden Murdoch (7LA)
Rhiannon Logan (8MA)
Persuasive Letter Writer Winner
Bella Telfer (7MB)
Raffle Winners
Our all-important Raffle was a bit hit over Sustainability Week. One of our year 12 students, Leigh Munro, selected the winning tickets and Mr Davey announced the winners just before the bell last Friday 24 May.
Two teachers and one student were the lucky recipients. Ms Trudy Cameron took out First Prize, a lovely hamper filled with treats from The Farmer’s Place as well as some handy vouchers including a $100 gift card from Bunnings. Darcy O’Neill and Ms Sonia Kinsey were our Second and Third prize winners, each taking home a hamper of goodies.
Thank you to all who bought tickets for the raffle. The money raised will go to sustainability activities and support plans to create a nude food only eating garden at the school.
Sharon Hultqvist - English/Sustainability Coordinator
Geelong Tech School - Bot Rescue Project

The Year 8 Digital Technology class went out to the Geelong Tech School to work on their 'Bot Rescue' projects.
In this project, students have looked at a range of natural disasters and how modern technology can be utilised in the response to and recovery from natural disasters.
At the tech school students were designing, building and testing small scale robot prototypes that could be used in a natural disasters.
This class has been introduced to the Geelong High School curriculum as part of the STEM program, which aims to increase student exposure to and interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths pathways.
These pathways are the fastest growing in the world, so provide some pretty interesting and highly paid job opportunities for students across the world.
Jason d'Offay - STEM Coordinator
The Year 8 Digital Technology class went out to the Geelong Tech School to work on their 'Bot Rescue' projects.
In this project, students have looked at a range of natural disasters and how modern technology can be utilised in the response to and recovery from natural disasters.
At the tech school students were designing, building and testing small scale robot prototypes that could be used in a natural disasters.
This class has been introduced to the Geelong High School curriculum as part of the STEM program, which aims to increase student exposure to and interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths pathways.
These pathways are the fastest growing in the world, so provide some pretty interesting and highly paid job opportunities for students across the world.
Jason d'Offay - STEM Coordinator
VCAL Cafe Launch

Last week saw the launch of a new exclusive cafe in Garden Street. Located in the Shenton complex, the cafe has been developed and operated by Geelong High School's Intermediate and Senior VCAL team. All students have gained barista training in Melbourne and are now using those skills to bring a unique coffee experience to the school.
At the moment, the cafe is open at recess and lunch times to GHS staff and senior students. Each shift is managed by three students which helps build their industry skills as well as teamwork and customer service.
The cafe was open three days last week and we sold over 40 cups which is a great start. On Friday the cafe also sold muffins which had been made by our amazing Food Tech teacher Katherine Talbot and all proceeds went to the Corio House fundraiser.
At the end of the first week, the team awarded a $20 Bakers Delight voucher to one of their lucky customers, and that customer was Emma Balkin. There will be more incentives as the cafe continues so if you're a staff member, please make sure you come in and have a look.
BEN LANGDON
Leigh House Leader
Last week saw the launch of a new exclusive cafe in Garden Street. Located in the Shenton complex, the cafe has been developed and operated by Geelong High School's Intermediate and Senior VCAL team. All students have gained barista training in Melbourne and are now using those skills to bring a unique coffee experience to the school.
At the moment, the cafe is open at recess and lunch times to GHS staff and senior students. Each shift is managed by three students which helps build their industry skills as well as teamwork and customer service.
The cafe was open three days last week and we sold over 40 cups which is a great start. On Friday the cafe also sold muffins which had been made by our amazing Food Tech teacher Katherine Talbot and all proceeds went to the Corio House fundraiser.
At the end of the first week, the team awarded a $20 Bakers Delight voucher to one of their lucky customers, and that customer was Emma Balkin. There will be more incentives as the cafe continues so if you're a staff member, please make sure you come in and have a look.
BEN LANGDON
Leigh House Leader
Alumni Visit - Justin Allison

Justin Allison, a graduate from the class of ’96, returned to Geelong High School to speak to the Year 12 Visual Communication students about his graphic design pathway and work in the industry.
Jonathan Brown, the Year 12 Alumni Leader, came to the Q&A and has reflected on some of the ‘takeaways’ from the session:
After listening to Justin Allison ’96, it really put a few things in perspective for me in regards to design.
Justin told us about his secondary school days at Geelong High School, where he mainly studied art-based subjects such as: Art, Studio Art, Graphic Design, Woodwork and, of course, English. He knew from an early age that he wanted to pursue a career in this field but he was not aware that he would have to jump a few hurdles in order to get there.
Justin faced his first hurdle when he finished Year 12 and was trying to get accepted into Graphic Design at La Trobe University. He had prepared a folio that he was rather proud of, knowing that this could be his ticket into the University. Unfortunately, what Justin wasn’t aware of was the need to demonstrate his ability to use technology. This was something he had not considered, due to the limited access to technology at the time, which became rather problematic as most universities were looking for students with computer skills.
Undeterred by this, Justin looked at other avenues and was accepted into a Fine Arts Degree at Ballarat University. Justin soon realised that this form of art wasn’t where his passions lie and decided to withdraw, going on to complete a Diploma of Graphic Design, specializing in cartoon drawing. After completing his Diploma, Justin was employed by the Geelong Advertiser to work in administration. Justin never lost sight of his goals and eventually convinced the editor, whom he had a good rapport with, to allow him to complete a weekly cartoon for the newspaper pro bono.
Justin eventually made his way up the chain at the Geelong Advertiser, to management. He did long hours, still drawing his weekly cartoon as well undertaking other contract work, in his own time, on the side.
He began to regularly design for a small, local clothing brand, St Goliath which was showing positive signs of expansion. Justin was eventually approached by the company and offered a full-time position as their main graphic artist. He grabbed the job with both hands and still works there today, designing t.shirts, which he loves.
I found Justin’s story very inspiring and reassuring as it showed me that teenagers don’t necessarily have to have their whole lives planned out when they finish school. Justin demonstrated how hard work, perseverance and grit can eventually get you to where you want to be.
Good luck Justin! Best wishes for the future.
Jonathan Brown
Year 12 Alumni Leader
Justin Allison, a graduate from the class of ’96, returned to Geelong High School to speak to the Year 12 Visual Communication students about his graphic design pathway and work in the industry.
Jonathan Brown, the Year 12 Alumni Leader, came to the Q&A and has reflected on some of the ‘takeaways’ from the session:
After listening to Justin Allison ’96, it really put a few things in perspective for me in regards to design.
Justin told us about his secondary school days at Geelong High School, where he mainly studied art-based subjects such as: Art, Studio Art, Graphic Design, Woodwork and, of course, English. He knew from an early age that he wanted to pursue a career in this field but he was not aware that he would have to jump a few hurdles in order to get there.
Justin faced his first hurdle when he finished Year 12 and was trying to get accepted into Graphic Design at La Trobe University. He had prepared a folio that he was rather proud of, knowing that this could be his ticket into the University. Unfortunately, what Justin wasn’t aware of was the need to demonstrate his ability to use technology. This was something he had not considered, due to the limited access to technology at the time, which became rather problematic as most universities were looking for students with computer skills.
Undeterred by this, Justin looked at other avenues and was accepted into a Fine Arts Degree at Ballarat University. Justin soon realised that this form of art wasn’t where his passions lie and decided to withdraw, going on to complete a Diploma of Graphic Design, specializing in cartoon drawing. After completing his Diploma, Justin was employed by the Geelong Advertiser to work in administration. Justin never lost sight of his goals and eventually convinced the editor, whom he had a good rapport with, to allow him to complete a weekly cartoon for the newspaper pro bono.
Justin eventually made his way up the chain at the Geelong Advertiser, to management. He did long hours, still drawing his weekly cartoon as well undertaking other contract work, in his own time, on the side.
He began to regularly design for a small, local clothing brand, St Goliath which was showing positive signs of expansion. Justin was eventually approached by the company and offered a full-time position as their main graphic artist. He grabbed the job with both hands and still works there today, designing t.shirts, which he loves.
I found Justin’s story very inspiring and reassuring as it showed me that teenagers don’t necessarily have to have their whole lives planned out when they finish school. Justin demonstrated how hard work, perseverance and grit can eventually get you to where you want to be.
Good luck Justin! Best wishes for the future.
Jonathan Brown
Year 12 Alumni Leader
Alumni - What has past student Jack Nyhof been up to?

Jack Nyhof was a guest speaker at the Geelong Regional Local Learning and Employment Network AGM on Wednesday. Jack spoke about his experience working in the gig economy, and his work with the Office for Youth with the Victorian Government. Jack has produced a local television show for channel 31 and has also been a broadcaster on The Pulse since he was 14. Jack acknowledged the support that Geelong High had provided him whilst a student at the school.
He is pictured here with Ken Stewart (Assistant Principal), who is a Board member of the LLEN.
Jack Nyhof was a guest speaker at the Geelong Regional Local Learning and Employment Network AGM on Wednesday. Jack spoke about his experience working in the gig economy, and his work with the Office for Youth with the Victorian Government. Jack has produced a local television show for channel 31 and has also been a broadcaster on The Pulse since he was 14. Jack acknowledged the support that Geelong High had provided him whilst a student at the school.
He is pictured here with Ken Stewart (Assistant Principal), who is a Board member of the LLEN.
GHS Sporting News!

Year 8 Interschool Girls Netball
On Tuesday 21 May our Year 8 Netball Teams, A & B, travelled to the Geelong Indoor Netball Centre for a round-robin netball tournament.
Our Year 8 Team A were lucky enough to win their competion. Team B were not as lucky but still put in an amazing effort. We are very proud of both teams!
Year 8 Interschool Netball Team A. Congratulations to all!
Year 8 Interschool Netball Team B. Fantastic effort!
Year 8 Interschool Girls Soccer
On Thursday 23 May our Year 8 girls soccer team played against other schools in a round-robin style format and made the semi-finals! Congratulations girls!
Year 8 Interschool Girls Netball
On Tuesday 21 May our Year 8 Netball Teams, A & B, travelled to the Geelong Indoor Netball Centre for a round-robin netball tournament.
Our Year 8 Team A were lucky enough to win their competion. Team B were not as lucky but still put in an amazing effort. We are very proud of both teams!
Year 8 Interschool Netball Team A. Congratulations to all!
Year 8 Interschool Netball Team B. Fantastic effort!
Year 8 Interschool Girls Soccer
On Thursday 23 May our Year 8 girls soccer team played against other schools in a round-robin style format and made the semi-finals! Congratulations girls!
VCAL: Ships, Dolphins and Oil Spills!

Geelong is located on an impressive bay but how many of us know what goes on in the industrial areas or in the shipping lanes or on the docks?
Twenty-four VCAL students were given a behind-the-scenes look at our shipping industry last Thursday, 23 May. They boarded a refurbished tug boat and navigated through the channel systems which are 120m wide and have to fit large container ships up to 50m wide. The tight squeeze means that the Geelong shipping lanes are only ever one-way and ships have to schedule their access in advance.
The excursion also gave students an insight into some of our neighbours, including a pod of five dolphins who swam along the boat as it moved along the channels. The boat driver said it was only the second time he'd seen dolphins in the Bay this year.
Back on shore, students were invited to AMOSC - Australian Marine Oil Spill Centre which is located in North Geelong but responds to oil disasters across Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia. They also train experts from around the world on ways to contain oil spills and then work on different methods of dispersing or removing it. The presentation showcased lots of jobs linked with the Shipping industry in Geelong.
BEN LANGDON
Leigh House Leader
Geelong is located on an impressive bay but how many of us know what goes on in the industrial areas or in the shipping lanes or on the docks?
Twenty-four VCAL students were given a behind-the-scenes look at our shipping industry last Thursday, 23 May. They boarded a refurbished tug boat and navigated through the channel systems which are 120m wide and have to fit large container ships up to 50m wide. The tight squeeze means that the Geelong shipping lanes are only ever one-way and ships have to schedule their access in advance.
The excursion also gave students an insight into some of our neighbours, including a pod of five dolphins who swam along the boat as it moved along the channels. The boat driver said it was only the second time he'd seen dolphins in the Bay this year.
Back on shore, students were invited to AMOSC - Australian Marine Oil Spill Centre which is located in North Geelong but responds to oil disasters across Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia. They also train experts from around the world on ways to contain oil spills and then work on different methods of dispersing or removing it. The presentation showcased lots of jobs linked with the Shipping industry in Geelong.
BEN LANGDON
Leigh House Leader
Year 11 Geelong Careers and Pathways Expo

All Year 11 students headed off to the Geelong Careers and Pathways Expo held at Deakin University to explore their chosen pathway.
Students had the opportunity to explore pathways at University, TAFE, Apprenticeships, Defence Force, Police and Ambulance Victoria to name a few.
It was fantastic to see students engage in meaningful conversations and start to refine their decisions on the future.
Ms Trudy Cameron - Careers SBAT, VET & VCE
All Year 11 students headed off to the Geelong Careers and Pathways Expo held at Deakin University to explore their chosen pathway.
Students had the opportunity to explore pathways at University, TAFE, Apprenticeships, Defence Force, Police and Ambulance Victoria to name a few.
It was fantastic to see students engage in meaningful conversations and start to refine their decisions on the future.
Ms Trudy Cameron - Careers SBAT, VET & VCE
Principal's Report
Reminder Parents & Friends Election Day – Democracy BBQ & Cake stall 18th May
Our hard working Parents & Friends are looking for some assistance to help out at the Election Day BBQ in a f...

Reminder Parents & Friends Election Day – Democracy BBQ & Cake stall 18th May
Our hard working Parents & Friends are looking for some assistance to help out at the Election Day BBQ in a few weeks time (18th May). If you can spare an hour or two we have spaces to fill in manning the BBQ and/or Cake stall which will run from 8am till 3.00pm on Election day. Please contact Amanda or Mark on reception to book a time. Ph: 5225 4100.
If you can turn your hand to baking we are also looking for parents and friends to bake cakes and biscuits for sale at the BBQ. Requirements are:
· No cream or custard
· All cakes and biscuits are to be wrapped and labelled with ingredients & date baked
· Deliver the items to the school on Friday 17th May or the morning of 18th May. Please contact the school for clarification and to advise what can be provide.
Thank you for your support. Funds will go towards the provision of furnishings for the Administration Reception Foyer of the School.
NAPLAN
Our year 7 & 9 students participated in the annual NAPLAN tests this week. Our students completed the hard copy version as opposed to the on-line tests which apparently experienced some technical issues. Our processes were audited this year and I’m pleased to report that the auditor was very impressed with our processes and organisation. Well done to Mr Steve Brown who organised the tests.
Interschool Bellarine Athletics Sports- Geelong High School Victorious
Geelong High School students returned to the winners circle at the Bellarine Division Athletics Carnival last week. GHS won the Senior Girls, Senior Boys, Girls Aggregate, Boys Aggregate and Grand (Overall) Aggregate. Congratulations to the students who represented the school on the day, and to Ms Kinsey and staff who assisted with the organisation and coaching.
Do you have a Financial/accounting qualifications? The Geelong High School Council have decided to seek an interested parent or community member who has financial qualifications/experience, to fill one of the vacant Community member positions and take on the honorary role of School Council Treasurer for the 2019 school year. This role would involve chairing the Finance Sub-committee of School Council (twice per term) and attending School Council twice per term as a voting member. School Council training is available for any interested party. Enquiries and expressions of Interest can be submitted to me (Glenn Davey, Principal) davey.glenn.g@edumail.vic.gov.au or 5225 4100.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Reminder Parents & Friends Election Day – Democracy BBQ & Cake stall 18th May
Our hard working Parents & Friends are looking for some assistance to help out at the Election Day BBQ in a few weeks time (18th May). If you can spare an hour or two we have spaces to fill in manning the BBQ and/or Cake stall which will run from 8am till 3.00pm on Election day. Please contact Amanda or Mark on reception to book a time. Ph: 5225 4100.
If you can turn your hand to baking we are also looking for parents and friends to bake cakes and biscuits for sale at the BBQ. Requirements are:
· No cream or custard
· All cakes and biscuits are to be wrapped and labelled with ingredients & date baked
· Deliver the items to the school on Friday 17th May or the morning of 18th May. Please contact the school for clarification and to advise what can be provide.
Thank you for your support. Funds will go towards the provision of furnishings for the Administration Reception Foyer of the School.
NAPLAN
Our year 7 & 9 students participated in the annual NAPLAN tests this week. Our students completed the hard copy version as opposed to the on-line tests which apparently experienced some technical issues. Our processes were audited this year and I’m pleased to report that the auditor was very impressed with our processes and organisation. Well done to Mr Steve Brown who organised the tests.
Interschool Bellarine Athletics Sports- Geelong High School Victorious
Geelong High School students returned to the winners circle at the Bellarine Division Athletics Carnival last week. GHS won the Senior Girls, Senior Boys, Girls Aggregate, Boys Aggregate and Grand (Overall) Aggregate. Congratulations to the students who represented the school on the day, and to Ms Kinsey and staff who assisted with the organisation and coaching.
Do you have a Financial/accounting qualifications? The Geelong High School Council have decided to seek an interested parent or community member who has financial qualifications/experience, to fill one of the vacant Community member positions and take on the honorary role of School Council Treasurer for the 2019 school year. This role would involve chairing the Finance Sub-committee of School Council (twice per term) and attending School Council twice per term as a voting member. School Council training is available for any interested party. Enquiries and expressions of Interest can be submitted to me (Glenn Davey, Principal) davey.glenn.g@edumail.vic.gov.au or 5225 4100.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Building Project Update
Joyce Stevenson Row 8
Yesterday was another big move for our historical 'Joyce Stevenson' row eight boat.
Through amazing team work from our Year 12 students, lead by our Assistant Princi...

Joyce Stevenson Row Eight
Yesterday was another big move for our historical 'Joyce Stevenson' Row Eight boat.
Through amazing team work from our Year 12 students, lead by our Assistant Principal and 'Project Manager', Mr Ken Stewart, our row eight boat was once again settled back into place where she will be enjoyed for another 100 years and beyond!
Thank you to all who assisted with the move.
Mr Ken Stewart
Assistant Principal
Joyce Stevenson Row Eight
Yesterday was another big move for our historical 'Joyce Stevenson' Row Eight boat.
Through amazing team work from our Year 12 students, lead by our Assistant Principal and 'Project Manager', Mr Ken Stewart, our row eight boat was once again settled back into place where she will be enjoyed for another 100 years and beyond!
Thank you to all who assisted with the move.
Mr Ken Stewart
Assistant Principal
FREE Winter Ensemble Concert

The Winter Ensemble Concert will be held in the Shenton Theatre on Monday 3 June.
Performances include Geelong High School's Concert Band, Chamber Ensemble, Brass Ensemble and Flute Ensemble.
Performing students' arrival: 6.00pm for sound-check
Audience time of arrival: 6.45pm
Concert commences at: 7.00pm
Cost: This is a FREE event
For more information, please contact Mr Andrew Kypriotis or call the Music House on Ph 5225 4199.
The Winter Ensemble Concert will be held in the Shenton Theatre on Monday 3 June.
Performances include Geelong High School's Concert Band, Chamber Ensemble, Brass Ensemble and Flute Ensemble.
Performing students' arrival: 6.00pm for sound-check
Audience time of arrival: 6.45pm
Concert commences at: 7.00pm
Cost: This is a FREE event
For more information, please contact Mr Andrew Kypriotis or call the Music House on Ph 5225 4199.
It's Competition Time! Sustainability Week

Year 9 Careers Day

Deakin Future ME Year 9 Careers Program
Year 9 students have been participating in their Year 9 Careers Program supported by Deakin University. This program has involved students completing employability activities including teamwork, problem solving and communication tasks. Their major challenge at Deakin University was to complete group interviews of lecturers. The students had to lead this activity and they rose to the task and completed it with enthusiasm, nervousness and professionalism. Students were also given a tour of the University with many aspiring to attend Deakin after Year 12.
A great effort Year 9’s!
Trudy Cameron - Careers
Deakin Future ME Year 9 Careers Program
Year 9 students have been participating in their Year 9 Careers Program supported by Deakin University. This program has involved students completing employability activities including teamwork, problem solving and communication tasks. Their major challenge at Deakin University was to complete group interviews of lecturers. The students had to lead this activity and they rose to the task and completed it with enthusiasm, nervousness and professionalism. Students were also given a tour of the University with many aspiring to attend Deakin after Year 12.
A great effort Year 9’s!
Trudy Cameron - Careers
Nude Food Day!

On Wednesday 23 May, it will be NUDE FOOD DAY!
Please see the below flyer for further information:
On Wednesday 23 May, it will be NUDE FOOD DAY!
Please see the below flyer for further information:
Science Alive Pre-launch

On Friday 10 May, four of our lucky Year 8 students were invited to attend the Science Alive pre-launch.
They also made Friday's Geelong Advertiser, just to top off an exicitng week.
Year 8 students, Fraser Doyle, Jacob Pearce, Melaia Nacagilevu and Montana Olsen made wonderful ambassadors for Geelong High School and by the look of their faces, had a great time too!
On Friday 10 May, four of our lucky Year 8 students were invited to attend the Science Alive pre-launch.
They also made Friday's Geelong Advertiser, just to top off an exicitng week.
Year 8 students, Fraser Doyle, Jacob Pearce, Melaia Nacagilevu and Montana Olsen made wonderful ambassadors for Geelong High School and by the look of their faces, had a great time too!
Intermediate Girls Football

Congratulations to the Geelong High School Intermediate girls football team on making the Semi Finals last week. The day began with a very hard fought draw against Grovedale College.
It was a tremendous effort to hold on in the second half as we were defending into a strong breeze. Circumstances were similar in the next game as the girls came from behind into the wind to win by under a goal. The semi-final was also a hard fought game, but unfortunately Surfcoast were too strong, defeating us by 2 goals.
Congratulations to all players who showed improvement throughout the day.
Darren Meadows
Coach
Congratulations to the Geelong High School Intermediate girls football team on making the Semi Finals last week. The day began with a very hard fought draw against Grovedale College.
It was a tremendous effort to hold on in the second half as we were defending into a strong breeze. Circumstances were similar in the next game as the girls came from behind into the wind to win by under a goal. The semi-final was also a hard fought game, but unfortunately Surfcoast were too strong, defeating us by 2 goals.
Congratulations to all players who showed improvement throughout the day.
Darren Meadows
Coach
Fundraiser Raffle - Sustainability Week

The Great Clothing Swap!

The clothing swap event, to be held on Thursday 23 May, is for staff and students at our school, during Sustainability Week.
Please see the below flyer for more information.
The clothing swap event, to be held on Thursday 23 May, is for staff and students at our school, during Sustainability Week.
Please see the below flyer for more information.
VCAL Parent Welcome Night

Students in the Senior VCAL program planned and ran a parent welcome night late term one. The focus of the night was a ‘meet and greet’ and various presentations by the students on what they have done so far. The night started with a BBQ where parents, teachers and students mingled. Students showed their parents around the new spaces where there were lots of photos and work by the students.
A huge ‘thank you’ to East Geelong Quality Butcher for supplying all the meat for the BBQ and East Fruit Market for raffle vouchers. Following the BBQ everyone made their way into Shenton where students presented on what they had been involved with so far this year, activities such as, barista qualifications, first aid, RSA, sailing, industry surf day and class activities. The event formed their major assessment for term one and took a number of weeks to plan.
Students did an amazing job putting it all together and worked brilliantly as a team.
Well done to all involved!
Brennon Reusch
VCAL
Students in the Senior VCAL program planned and ran a parent welcome night late term one. The focus of the night was a ‘meet and greet’ and various presentations by the students on what they have done so far. The night started with a BBQ where parents, teachers and students mingled. Students showed their parents around the new spaces where there were lots of photos and work by the students.
A huge ‘thank you’ to East Geelong Quality Butcher for supplying all the meat for the BBQ and East Fruit Market for raffle vouchers. Following the BBQ everyone made their way into Shenton where students presented on what they had been involved with so far this year, activities such as, barista qualifications, first aid, RSA, sailing, industry surf day and class activities. The event formed their major assessment for term one and took a number of weeks to plan.
Students did an amazing job putting it all together and worked brilliantly as a team.
Well done to all involved!
Brennon Reusch
VCAL
Corio Casual Dress Day - Friday 24 May

Corio House fundraising day has changed to Friday 24 May!
This year Corio House are fundraising for Headspace. Students are allowed to wear casual dress on Friday 24 May and are encouraged to wear GREEN on the day. This will cost a gold coin donation, which will be collected period one in class time. There will also be a sausage sizzle which will also cost a gold coin donation.
Ms Julianna Garcia - Assistant Principal
Corio House fundraising day has changed to Friday 24 May!
This year Corio House are fundraising for Headspace. Students are allowed to wear casual dress on Friday 24 May and are encouraged to wear GREEN on the day. This will cost a gold coin donation, which will be collected period one in class time. There will also be a sausage sizzle which will also cost a gold coin donation.
Ms Julianna Garcia - Assistant Principal
Debating Round One!

Week three of Term Two saw the start of the Debaters Association of Victoria’s Geelong Region Competition.
Our ‘A’ Grade representatives – Clare Adams (11LB), Xavier Curtis (11CA) and Holly Maloney (11BA) – and Year 12, Kyle Adams (12M) competed valiantly for the affirmative against Geelong Grammar (1) on the topic ‘That, instead of being elected, members of Parliament should be randomly selected’.
It was a tough debate, and Grammar proved more succinct with their arguments overall. Geelong High School, however, articulated theirs commendably. Well done, especially to our new team members and to Clare, our Debating Captain!
We have two ‘D’ Grade teams this year, but, in Round One, Team Two had a bye.
Team One, comprising Emma Couchman, Summer Lehmann and Mason Blyth – all from 9LA, and a formidable trio for the past two years – returned to their solid form, winning their debate against a skilful North Geelong. Geelong High School argued for the affirmative on the topic ‘That we should ban horse racing’, making clear and sustained points throughout.
Special congratulations to Summer for being awarded Best Speaker!
Mr Ubaldino Mantelli
Debating & Public Speaking Co-ordinator
Week three of Term Two saw the start of the Debaters Association of Victoria’s Geelong Region Competition.
Our ‘A’ Grade representatives – Clare Adams (11LB), Xavier Curtis (11CA) and Holly Maloney (11BA) – and Year 12, Kyle Adams (12M) competed valiantly for the affirmative against Geelong Grammar (1) on the topic ‘That, instead of being elected, members of Parliament should be randomly selected’.
It was a tough debate, and Grammar proved more succinct with their arguments overall. Geelong High School, however, articulated theirs commendably. Well done, especially to our new team members and to Clare, our Debating Captain!
We have two ‘D’ Grade teams this year, but, in Round One, Team Two had a bye.
Team One, comprising Emma Couchman, Summer Lehmann and Mason Blyth – all from 9LA, and a formidable trio for the past two years – returned to their solid form, winning their debate against a skilful North Geelong. Geelong High School argued for the affirmative on the topic ‘That we should ban horse racing’, making clear and sustained points throughout.
Special congratulations to Summer for being awarded Best Speaker!
Mr Ubaldino Mantelli
Debating & Public Speaking Co-ordinator
We Want Our Students To Tell Us What They Think!

WE WANT OUR STUDENTS TO TELL US WHAT THEY THINK!
We value student voice as a means to improving student engagement, wellbeing, and quality instruction, and are conducting a survey to find out what your child thinks of our school. The Attitudes to School Survey is an annual student survey offered by the Department of Education and Training to assist schools in gaining an understanding of students' perceptions and experience of school. Our school will use the survey results to plan programs and activities to improve your child's schooling experience.
Students from Year 7 to 12 at our school will participate in the survey. Your child will complete the survey online during school hours using a purpose built secure online survey tool. It is important to note that we are not in any way “testing” your child. Your child has the right to refuse or withdraw from the survey at any point before, during, or after completion of the survey. It is our expectation that all students will participate given that we expect them to be responsible members of the school community and voice their opinion.
Your child will be provided with a unique login to complete the survey. The student login is an assigned identifier that may be used to link data for statistical and research purposes only. All responses to the survey are kept anonymous in the response file. Personal identification data will not be recorded in the survey response file. This ensures that the confidentiality of your child’s responses is protected at all times.
This year the Attitudes to School survey will be conducted at our school on Thursday 30th May and Friday 31st May. The survey will be conducted in our school hall and will occur during your child's class time, involving one year level at a time. The survey only takes up to 20 minutes to complete.
All students need to ensure they bring their device to school on that day.
The survey results will be reported back to the school before the end of term 2. All survey data that is made available in reports are for groups of students only so that no individual student can be identified. Survey results will be communicated to parents and carers through annual reporting and communicated to the student body through the SRC and senior leadership group (G21).
Last year we used the survey results to monitor levels of student engagement and wellbeing, compare school level data on engagement with state-wide benchmarks and assist in the identification of areas of improvement and professional development needs in the school.
If you would like more information, please speak to your child’s teacher or visit: http://www.education.vic.gov.au/school/teachers/management/improvement/Pages/performsurveyat.aspx
WE WANT OUR STUDENTS TO TELL US WHAT THEY THINK!
We value student voice as a means to improving student engagement, wellbeing, and quality instruction, and are conducting a survey to find out what your child thinks of our school. The Attitudes to School Survey is an annual student survey offered by the Department of Education and Training to assist schools in gaining an understanding of students' perceptions and experience of school. Our school will use the survey results to plan programs and activities to improve your child's schooling experience.
Students from Year 7 to 12 at our school will participate in the survey. Your child will complete the survey online during school hours using a purpose built secure online survey tool. It is important to note that we are not in any way “testing” your child. Your child has the right to refuse or withdraw from the survey at any point before, during, or after completion of the survey. It is our expectation that all students will participate given that we expect them to be responsible members of the school community and voice their opinion.
Your child will be provided with a unique login to complete the survey. The student login is an assigned identifier that may be used to link data for statistical and research purposes only. All responses to the survey are kept anonymous in the response file. Personal identification data will not be recorded in the survey response file. This ensures that the confidentiality of your child’s responses is protected at all times.
This year the Attitudes to School survey will be conducted at our school on Thursday 30th May and Friday 31st May. The survey will be conducted in our school hall and will occur during your child's class time, involving one year level at a time. The survey only takes up to 20 minutes to complete.
All students need to ensure they bring their device to school on that day.
The survey results will be reported back to the school before the end of term 2. All survey data that is made available in reports are for groups of students only so that no individual student can be identified. Survey results will be communicated to parents and carers through annual reporting and communicated to the student body through the SRC and senior leadership group (G21).
Last year we used the survey results to monitor levels of student engagement and wellbeing, compare school level data on engagement with state-wide benchmarks and assist in the identification of areas of improvement and professional development needs in the school.
If you would like more information, please speak to your child’s teacher or visit: http://www.education.vic.gov.au/school/teachers/management/improvement/Pages/performsurveyat.aspx
MSP Photography - School Photos

Please see the below letter from MSP Photography that explains the delay in our school photos.
Please see the below letter from MSP Photography that explains the delay in our school photos.
Principal's Report
Parents & Friends Election Day – Democracy BBQ & Cake stall 18th May
Our hard working Parents & Friends are looking for some assistance to help out at the Election Day BBQ in a few weeks ...

Parents & Friends Election Day – Democracy BBQ & Cake Stall 18th May
Our hard working Parents & Friends are looking for some assistance to help out at the Election Day BBQ in a few weeks time (18th May). If you can spare an hour or two we have spaces to fill in manning the BBQ and/or Cake stall which will run from 8am till 3.00pm on Election day. Please contact Amanda or Mark on reception to book a time. Ph: 5225 4100.
If you can turn your hand to baking we are also looking for parents and friends to bake cakes and biscuits for sale at the BBQ. Requirements are:
· No cream or custard
· All cakes and biscuits are to be wrapped and labelled with ingredients & date baked
· Deliver the items to the school on Friday 17th May or the morning of 18th May
· Please contact the school for clarification and to advise what can be provided
Thank you for your support. Funds will go towards the provision of furnishings for the Administration Reception Foyer of the school.
House Athletics Sports- Leigh House Victorious
Congratulations to Leigh House who have triumphed at the recent Interhouse athletics supports at John Landy Field. In damp and blustery conditions students did a great job to represent their house and show real character in competing to the best of their ability. My thanks to all staff who officiated throughout the day and a big thank you to the many parents who braved the conditions to come along and witness their child/ren participate. Well done to Sonia Kinsey as the chief organiser.
Do you have a Financial/accounting qualifications? The Geelong High School Council have decided to seek an interested parent or community member who has financial qualifications/experience, to fill one of the vacant Community member positions and take on the honorary role of School Council Treasurer for the 2019 school year. This role would involve chairing the Finance Sub-committee of School Council (twice per term) and attending School Council twice per term as a voting member. School Council training is available for any interested party. Enquiries and expressions of Interest can be submitted to me (Glenn Davey, Principal) davey.glenn.g@edumail.vic.gov.au or 5225 4100.
Building progress
Stage 2 of the rebuild – the refurbishment of the Kroger Wing is progressing well. We anticipate being able to occupy the Kroger wing late in Term 2 ready for Term 3. Stage 3- the rebuild of the Vague Buiding, will then commence which also includes works to the top floor of the Winstanley building.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Parents & Friends Election Day – Democracy BBQ & Cake Stall 18th May
Our hard working Parents & Friends are looking for some assistance to help out at the Election Day BBQ in a few weeks time (18th May). If you can spare an hour or two we have spaces to fill in manning the BBQ and/or Cake stall which will run from 8am till 3.00pm on Election day. Please contact Amanda or Mark on reception to book a time. Ph: 5225 4100.
If you can turn your hand to baking we are also looking for parents and friends to bake cakes and biscuits for sale at the BBQ. Requirements are:
· No cream or custard
· All cakes and biscuits are to be wrapped and labelled with ingredients & date baked
· Deliver the items to the school on Friday 17th May or the morning of 18th May
· Please contact the school for clarification and to advise what can be provided
Thank you for your support. Funds will go towards the provision of furnishings for the Administration Reception Foyer of the school.
House Athletics Sports- Leigh House Victorious
Congratulations to Leigh House who have triumphed at the recent Interhouse athletics supports at John Landy Field. In damp and blustery conditions students did a great job to represent their house and show real character in competing to the best of their ability. My thanks to all staff who officiated throughout the day and a big thank you to the many parents who braved the conditions to come along and witness their child/ren participate. Well done to Sonia Kinsey as the chief organiser.
Do you have a Financial/accounting qualifications? The Geelong High School Council have decided to seek an interested parent or community member who has financial qualifications/experience, to fill one of the vacant Community member positions and take on the honorary role of School Council Treasurer for the 2019 school year. This role would involve chairing the Finance Sub-committee of School Council (twice per term) and attending School Council twice per term as a voting member. School Council training is available for any interested party. Enquiries and expressions of Interest can be submitted to me (Glenn Davey, Principal) davey.glenn.g@edumail.vic.gov.au or 5225 4100.
Building progress
Stage 2 of the rebuild – the refurbishment of the Kroger Wing is progressing well. We anticipate being able to occupy the Kroger wing late in Term 2 ready for Term 3. Stage 3- the rebuild of the Vague Buiding, will then commence which also includes works to the top floor of the Winstanley building.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Building Project Update
The below picture is a view of the new atrium roof with a giant ceiling fan in place.
Although it does look like a piece of artwork, it will actually be very functional as it will cut thr...

Project Update May 2019
External works on the building is getting close to being completed. The Ryrie Street façade won’t be painted until the Administration Building is demolished which will occur mid-July.
Interior works are progressing well and we expect to have full hand over at the end of term.
We will be conducting a massive working bee involving as many families as we can get to help move all of our furniture out of the old building and into the new building. I will advise families of the date closer to the end of term.
The ceiling of the atrium space with the fan.
Ken Stewart
Assistant Principal
Project Update May 2019
External works on the building is getting close to being completed. The Ryrie Street façade won’t be painted until the Administration Building is demolished which will occur mid-July.
Interior works are progressing well and we expect to have full hand over at the end of term.
We will be conducting a massive working bee involving as many families as we can get to help move all of our furniture out of the old building and into the new building. I will advise families of the date closer to the end of term.
The ceiling of the atrium space with the fan.
Ken Stewart
Assistant Principal
Calling All BBQ & Cake Stall Volunteer Extraordinaires!

GHS Parents & Friends Election Day Democracy BBQ & Cake stall
Purpose: Raise funds for the school to purchase furnishings for the new Administration Office foyer
When: Saturday 18 May 8.00am to 3pm
Where: Geelong High School
Do you have an hour or two to spare on Saturday 18 May? We need volunteers to help our P & F Committee members and staff run the BBQ throughout the day.
This is a great opportunity to come along, meet some of our P & F Committee members, our wonderful staff and perhaps even make some new friends!
Can you bake a cake or biscuits? We need people to donate cakes and/or biscuits to be sold on the day.
Please note the following requirements:
Cakes and Biscuits – MUST NOT contain cream or custard
Must have the ingredients listed and the date made
Must be sealed in cellophane or Gladwrap
Deliver to the school on Friday 17 May or Saturday morning 18 May
If you can help with either of these tasks please contact the school on 5225 4100 or email geelonghs@edumail.vic.gov.au stating your name and contact phone number.
We would really appreciate your support and again, it provides the opportunity to raise some much needed funds for our school.
Mr Glenn Davey
Principal
GHS Parents & Friends Election Day Democracy BBQ & Cake stall
Purpose: Raise funds for the school to purchase furnishings for the new Administration Office foyer
When: Saturday 18 May 8.00am to 3pm
Where: Geelong High School
Do you have an hour or two to spare on Saturday 18 May? We need volunteers to help our P & F Committee members and staff run the BBQ throughout the day.
This is a great opportunity to come along, meet some of our P & F Committee members, our wonderful staff and perhaps even make some new friends!
Can you bake a cake or biscuits? We need people to donate cakes and/or biscuits to be sold on the day.
Please note the following requirements:
Cakes and Biscuits – MUST NOT contain cream or custard
Must have the ingredients listed and the date made
Must be sealed in cellophane or Gladwrap
Deliver to the school on Friday 17 May or Saturday morning 18 May
If you can help with either of these tasks please contact the school on 5225 4100 or email geelonghs@edumail.vic.gov.au stating your name and contact phone number.
We would really appreciate your support and again, it provides the opportunity to raise some much needed funds for our school.
Mr Glenn Davey
Principal
Class of 2019! A Time to Reflect...

Year 12 students today opened their letter they wrote to themselves in Year 7 as part of the Geelong High School Careers Development program.
The Year 7 letter contained their goals, aspirations and inspiration thoughts from six years ago. It was a very special moment to share with the Class of 2019
as they put these plans into action or sometimes something totally different. The gym was full of laughter, sharing of ideas and the realisation that it is a time to be planning for the next step.
Ms Trudy Cameron - Careers
Year 12 students today opened their letter they wrote to themselves in Year 7 as part of the Geelong High School Careers Development program.
The Year 7 letter contained their goals, aspirations and inspiration thoughts from six years ago. It was a very special moment to share with the Class of 2019
as they put these plans into action or sometimes something totally different. The gym was full of laughter, sharing of ideas and the realisation that it is a time to be planning for the next step.
Ms Trudy Cameron - Careers
Japanese Hi Sushi Excursion

Ms Wild’s Year 8 class finished off Term 1 on a high note by attending an excursion to ‘Hi Sushi’ Japanese restaurant in week 10. This event was planned to coincide with a unit of study on Japanese Food and Drink. For many students this was the first time they had tried Japanese. (Other than Sushi.) The overall feedback was that the food was pretty darn good with Tempura, Gyoza, Tonkatsu Karee, Yakisoba and Beef Teriyaki being the favourites. Ms Wild and Ms Garcia were impressed with the students willingness to try a variety of food they had never eaten before including Takoyaki (octopus balls).
Ms Anna Wild-Fyfe - Japanese Teacher
Ms Wild’s Year 8 class finished off Term 1 on a high note by attending an excursion to ‘Hi Sushi’ Japanese restaurant in week 10. This event was planned to coincide with a unit of study on Japanese Food and Drink. For many students this was the first time they had tried Japanese. (Other than Sushi.) The overall feedback was that the food was pretty darn good with Tempura, Gyoza, Tonkatsu Karee, Yakisoba and Beef Teriyaki being the favourites. Ms Wild and Ms Garcia were impressed with the students willingness to try a variety of food they had never eaten before including Takoyaki (octopus balls).
Ms Anna Wild-Fyfe - Japanese Teacher
Table Tennis Volunteers and Ball Persons Required!

The Seamaster 2019 World Tour Platinum Australian Open will be held at the Arena in Geelong on 9-14 July. ITTF-Oceania is the Event Delivery Organisation and they are now recruiting ball children and volunteers to support the event.
Last year’s event in Geelong was a great success and with your support it will be even better this year.
Please nominate here as a ball person. Please nominate as per below links:
Volunteer: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GDBP6WT
Ball Person: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/G7T7QCB
Mr Mantelli
The Seamaster 2019 World Tour Platinum Australian Open will be held at the Arena in Geelong on 9-14 July. ITTF-Oceania is the Event Delivery Organisation and they are now recruiting ball children and volunteers to support the event.
Last year’s event in Geelong was a great success and with your support it will be even better this year.
Please nominate here as a ball person. Please nominate as per below links:
Volunteer: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GDBP6WT
Ball Person: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/G7T7QCB
Mr Mantelli
Principal's Report
Welcome
School Council Positions - At the first meeting of the Geelong High School Council the following positions were filled:
President: Fiona Chipperfield
Vice President: Paul Hens...

Welcome
School Council Positions - At the first meeting of the Geelong High School Council the following positions were filled:
President: Fiona Chipperfield
Vice President: Paul Henshaw
Treasurer: Remains vacant, see below
Thank You to past President Georgia Richards : School Council would like to extend our sincere appreciation to Ms Georgia Richards as the retiring President for her role in leading the school community for the past 12 months. In that time Georgia lead council in progressing the rebuild of the school and in particular in lobbying and gaining additional funding of over $2 million to enable the third stage of the rebuild to continue. Georgia will continue to serve on School Council.
Financial Experience Required: School Council have decided to seek an interested parent or community member who has financial qualifications, to fill one of the vacant Community member positions and take on the honorary role of School Council Treasurer for the 2019 school year. This role would involve chairing the Finance Sub-committee of School Council (twice per term) and attending School Council twice per term as a voting member. School Council training is available for any interested party. Enquiries and expressions of Interest can be submitted to me (Glenn Davey, Principal) davey.glenn.g@edumail.vic.gov.au or 5225 4100.
Students Out of Class
We have been experiencing many requests from students to leave class during class time recently. Typically these requests have been to get a drink, or go to the toilet, or collect forgotten items from lockers. Unfortunately this has coincided with some damage to both the girls and boys toilets and some graffiti which is most uncharacteristic of Geelong High School. Of even greater concern is the disruption this causes to students’ educational program. As a consequence we have decided to limit student movement around the school. Students will not be allowed out of class to get a drink. Students are allowed to bring a drink bottle, containing water, to class. Students will not ordinarily be allowed to go to the toilet during class time. Classroom teachers will have discretion in managing this decision. Students are expected to go to the toilet before and after school and at snack (recess) or lunchtime. If a student, for medical reasons, needs to go to the toilet during class time they should speak to the House Office and a note will be provided. The House leader may contact you if your child is impacted. Students will not be allowed to go to their locker to collect forgotten items. One of our school values is responsibility. We expect students to take responsibility for the decisions they make, including remembering to bring correct materials to class. We have been adopting this procedure for the last few days and the impact has been immediate and positive. There have been far fewer students out of class and the damage to the toilets has stopped. Thank you for your support.
Thank You
Term one appears to have come and gone in a blur. I would like to acknowledge the hard work of all students and staff this term. It has not been easy working adjacent to a building site however we have battled through and Stage Two of the rebuild is progressing well. We are on target to occupy the refurbished Kroger building in late Term 2 or start of Term 3.
I wish everyone a happy and safe term break and look forward to school resuming on Tuesday 23 April.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Welcome
School Council Positions - At the first meeting of the Geelong High School Council the following positions were filled:
President: Fiona Chipperfield
Vice President: Paul Henshaw
Treasurer: Remains vacant, see below
Thank You to past President Georgia Richards : School Council would like to extend our sincere appreciation to Ms Georgia Richards as the retiring President for her role in leading the school community for the past 12 months. In that time Georgia lead council in progressing the rebuild of the school and in particular in lobbying and gaining additional funding of over $2 million to enable the third stage of the rebuild to continue. Georgia will continue to serve on School Council.
Financial Experience Required: School Council have decided to seek an interested parent or community member who has financial qualifications, to fill one of the vacant Community member positions and take on the honorary role of School Council Treasurer for the 2019 school year. This role would involve chairing the Finance Sub-committee of School Council (twice per term) and attending School Council twice per term as a voting member. School Council training is available for any interested party. Enquiries and expressions of Interest can be submitted to me (Glenn Davey, Principal) davey.glenn.g@edumail.vic.gov.au or 5225 4100.
Students Out of Class
We have been experiencing many requests from students to leave class during class time recently. Typically these requests have been to get a drink, or go to the toilet, or collect forgotten items from lockers. Unfortunately this has coincided with some damage to both the girls and boys toilets and some graffiti which is most uncharacteristic of Geelong High School. Of even greater concern is the disruption this causes to students’ educational program. As a consequence we have decided to limit student movement around the school. Students will not be allowed out of class to get a drink. Students are allowed to bring a drink bottle, containing water, to class. Students will not ordinarily be allowed to go to the toilet during class time. Classroom teachers will have discretion in managing this decision. Students are expected to go to the toilet before and after school and at snack (recess) or lunchtime. If a student, for medical reasons, needs to go to the toilet during class time they should speak to the House Office and a note will be provided. The House leader may contact you if your child is impacted. Students will not be allowed to go to their locker to collect forgotten items. One of our school values is responsibility. We expect students to take responsibility for the decisions they make, including remembering to bring correct materials to class. We have been adopting this procedure for the last few days and the impact has been immediate and positive. There have been far fewer students out of class and the damage to the toilets has stopped. Thank you for your support.
Thank You
Term one appears to have come and gone in a blur. I would like to acknowledge the hard work of all students and staff this term. It has not been easy working adjacent to a building site however we have battled through and Stage Two of the rebuild is progressing well. We are on target to occupy the refurbished Kroger building in late Term 2 or start of Term 3.
I wish everyone a happy and safe term break and look forward to school resuming on Tuesday 23 April.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Budding Financial Expert!

We love sharing with you what our students get up to, whether at school or out and about partaking in activities and adventures outside Geelong High School.
Lucas Rankin, one of our Year 7 students, recently appeared on Channel 9’s Today Extra – along with David, his father, and Layla, one of his sisters – to talk about how children can get into good money habits from an early age.
Lucas reported that the experience was nerve-racking yet exciting, especially when he was given the opportunity to meet the presenters, David Campbell and Sonia Kruger as well as going behind the scenes at Channel 9’s Sydney studios!!
How exciting!
Please click on the link below to watch their segment and learn about the responsibilities of money along with some handy tips too!
https://www.facebook.com/SortMyMoney/videos/1934968833298587/
We love sharing with you what our students get up to, whether at school or out and about partaking in activities and adventures outside Geelong High School.
Lucas Rankin, one of our Year 7 students, recently appeared on Channel 9’s Today Extra – along with David, his father, and Layla, one of his sisters – to talk about how children can get into good money habits from an early age.
Lucas reported that the experience was nerve-racking yet exciting, especially when he was given the opportunity to meet the presenters, David Campbell and Sonia Kruger as well as going behind the scenes at Channel 9’s Sydney studios!!
How exciting!
Please click on the link below to watch their segment and learn about the responsibilities of money along with some handy tips too!
https://www.facebook.com/SortMyMoney/videos/1934968833298587/
Year 9 Interviews

Year 9 Career Interviews
The Department of Education and Training (DET) has launched a new careers Initiative focussed on Year 9 students, Geelong High School has been the trial school for this project.
Geelong High School Year 9 students have embraced the Morrisby Test and then the follow up Careers Interviews with zest, intrigue and delight. Students have enjoyed participating in the experience to ensure they are more confident in their career making decisions.
Thank you to parents for feedback regarding the program. Below are some quotes from Year 9 students:
'Extremely helpful – explained to me all my options'
'It made me think about what I might study'
'My results were really close to what I see myself doing'
'I feel good about myself and I have a clearer idea about my pathway'
'The test was really challenging but I am glad I did it as I have a much clearer idea of what I am good at now'
'My results matched my ambitions, it was nice to hear positives about myself’
'The Careers Advisor really explained my results and gave me ideas about my pathway’
Sensational effort Year 9 students!
Ms Cameron - Careers
Year 9 Career Interviews
The Department of Education and Training (DET) has launched a new careers Initiative focussed on Year 9 students, Geelong High School has been the trial school for this project.
Geelong High School Year 9 students have embraced the Morrisby Test and then the follow up Careers Interviews with zest, intrigue and delight. Students have enjoyed participating in the experience to ensure they are more confident in their career making decisions.
Thank you to parents for feedback regarding the program. Below are some quotes from Year 9 students:
'Extremely helpful – explained to me all my options'
'It made me think about what I might study'
'My results were really close to what I see myself doing'
'I feel good about myself and I have a clearer idea about my pathway'
'The test was really challenging but I am glad I did it as I have a much clearer idea of what I am good at now'
'My results matched my ambitions, it was nice to hear positives about myself’
'The Careers Advisor really explained my results and gave me ideas about my pathway’
Sensational effort Year 9 students!
Ms Cameron - Careers
Rotary Club Drysdale - Young Artist Mentorship Program

Artist: Alanah Seear Year 11
Artist: Amber Baker Year 11
Artist: Ethan Mezzavia Year 10
Artist: Hannah Poulton Year 11
Artist: Linda Jerliu Year 10
Artist: Natasha Fox Year 11
Artist: Alanah Seear Year 11
Artist: Amber Baker Year 11
Artist: Ethan Mezzavia Year 10
Artist: Hannah Poulton Year 11
Artist: Linda Jerliu Year 10
Artist: Natasha Fox Year 11
Making a Splash in Paddling!

Blake Schulz, one of our Year 9 students is an avid paddler and has recently competed in the Paddling Victoria Marathon State Championships that was held in Geelong on 30 and 31 of March at the Corio Bay Rowing Club.
Over 100 paddlers competed in various categories.
Ralph Wright (Casual Relief Teacher), who is member of the 'Geelong Canoe Club' as well as Blake, reported the following:
Blake, who started paddling more seriously in September 2018, raced in the single canoe event on Saturday 30 March. The weather was chilly and windy. He borrowed a canoe for the race. I was in the safety boat at the far end of the course. Blake paddled strongly on the first lap however his canoe began to leak through small holes. This led to him capsizing on the turn near my boat. He managed to empty his canoe, then decided to paddle off to nearby Geelong Canoe Club to try to tape up the holes! He managed to get back in the race and paddled strongly for another lap. The leaks continued and he capsized again near my turn. Fearing hypothermia, I radioed the officials to say he was withdrawing from the race.
Blake's efforts did not go unnoticed. After the race a senior paddler loaned Blake a very good racing canoe for the next 12 months. The organiser also told the story of Blake's determination and initiative at the awards presentation.
Blake's father Karl has been a big supporter of his son's paddling. Karl also cooked plenty of delicious beef rolls for the paddlers over the weekend.
I raced in the Veteran Men's K2 event on Sunday and won a medal. Blake and Karl both helped out. Blake was crewman for the safety boat, while Karl continued making his now 'famous' beef rolls!
Blake and I are both members of Geelong Canoe Club. For more information on upcoming events click on link that will take you to Paddle Victoria.
Ralph Wright (Casual Relief Teacher) and Blake's Coach!
Blake Schulz, one of our Year 9 students is an avid paddler and has recently competed in the Paddling Victoria Marathon State Championships that was held in Geelong on 30 and 31 of March at the Corio Bay Rowing Club.
Over 100 paddlers competed in various categories.
Ralph Wright (Casual Relief Teacher), who is member of the 'Geelong Canoe Club' as well as Blake, reported the following:
Blake, who started paddling more seriously in September 2018, raced in the single canoe event on Saturday 30 March. The weather was chilly and windy. He borrowed a canoe for the race. I was in the safety boat at the far end of the course. Blake paddled strongly on the first lap however his canoe began to leak through small holes. This led to him capsizing on the turn near my boat. He managed to empty his canoe, then decided to paddle off to nearby Geelong Canoe Club to try to tape up the holes! He managed to get back in the race and paddled strongly for another lap. The leaks continued and he capsized again near my turn. Fearing hypothermia, I radioed the officials to say he was withdrawing from the race.
Blake's efforts did not go unnoticed. After the race a senior paddler loaned Blake a very good racing canoe for the next 12 months. The organiser also told the story of Blake's determination and initiative at the awards presentation.
Blake's father Karl has been a big supporter of his son's paddling. Karl also cooked plenty of delicious beef rolls for the paddlers over the weekend.
I raced in the Veteran Men's K2 event on Sunday and won a medal. Blake and Karl both helped out. Blake was crewman for the safety boat, while Karl continued making his now 'famous' beef rolls!
Blake and I are both members of Geelong Canoe Club. For more information on upcoming events click on link that will take you to Paddle Victoria.
Ralph Wright (Casual Relief Teacher) and Blake's Coach!
Year 8 Digital Technology Class

Friday 29 March marked the conclusion of the robotics CAT (Assessment Task) for the year 8 Digital Technology class. In this CAT, students have designed and created a maze in groups of two or three.
They then had to code Sphero's (programmable robotic balls) to navigate the maze, as well as the mazes created by other groups.
As part of the project students had to solve problems and work through issues, using the design project.
This class is part of the STEM program at Geelong High School, that aims to upskill students in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths skills to fill the growing worldwide need for people trained in these areas.
It has been great to see the students work so well on these projects.
Jason d'Offay - STEM Coordinator
Friday 29 March marked the conclusion of the robotics CAT (Assessment Task) for the year 8 Digital Technology class. In this CAT, students have designed and created a maze in groups of two or three.
They then had to code Sphero's (programmable robotic balls) to navigate the maze, as well as the mazes created by other groups.
As part of the project students had to solve problems and work through issues, using the design project.
This class is part of the STEM program at Geelong High School, that aims to upskill students in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths skills to fill the growing worldwide need for people trained in these areas.
It has been great to see the students work so well on these projects.
Jason d'Offay - STEM Coordinator
Year 11 Careers Excursion

On Thursday 28 March all Year 11 students had the opportunity to visit Melbourne based Universities or attend an Apprenticeship Day sponsored by Gforce. Students headed up to
ACU, RMIT, Swinburne and Victoria University. Students were able to learn about the VU Guaranteed Pathway for Geelong High Sschool students, learn about the Maths and Science options at Swinburne,
Design and IT at RMIT and experience at ACU the Nursing and Para medicine first hand.
Students that attended the Apprenticeship Day practised aptitude test and completed mock interviews and were lucky enough to visit VIVA and learn from current apprentices.
Thanks to GFORCE for their support in organising the Apprenticeship day.
Ms Cameron - Careers
On Thursday 28 March all Year 11 students had the opportunity to visit Melbourne based Universities or attend an Apprenticeship Day sponsored by Gforce. Students headed up to
ACU, RMIT, Swinburne and Victoria University. Students were able to learn about the VU Guaranteed Pathway for Geelong High Sschool students, learn about the Maths and Science options at Swinburne,
Design and IT at RMIT and experience at ACU the Nursing and Para medicine first hand.
Students that attended the Apprenticeship Day practised aptitude test and completed mock interviews and were lucky enough to visit VIVA and learn from current apprentices.
Thanks to GFORCE for their support in organising the Apprenticeship day.
Ms Cameron - Careers
Leigh House Fundraiser a Success!

You would have been seeing Red on Friday 29 March when Leigh House organised their annual Wear Red for Red Cross Day.
Leigh House has been a supporter of the Red Cross for a long time, and this year, in addition to getting the whole school to Dress In Red, the Year 12s also put on a super-sized BBQ to draw attention to the work of the charity.
Red Cross Calling is a major national fundraising campaign that has been running for over 70 years. The event is held in March each year, and harnesses the power of thousands of Australian who come together to fundraise for Australian Red Cross. Donations go towards supporting the everyday work of Red Cross, helping people and communities as they strive to overcome crisis. Geelong High School raised over $900 and this will help support families to rebuild in times of disaster, provide clean drinking water to a remote Pacific village or check in on an elderly Australian living alone.
BEN LANGDON
Leigh House Leader
You would have been seeing Red on Friday 29 March when Leigh House organised their annual Wear Red for Red Cross Day.
Leigh House has been a supporter of the Red Cross for a long time, and this year, in addition to getting the whole school to Dress In Red, the Year 12s also put on a super-sized BBQ to draw attention to the work of the charity.
Red Cross Calling is a major national fundraising campaign that has been running for over 70 years. The event is held in March each year, and harnesses the power of thousands of Australian who come together to fundraise for Australian Red Cross. Donations go towards supporting the everyday work of Red Cross, helping people and communities as they strive to overcome crisis. Geelong High School raised over $900 and this will help support families to rebuild in times of disaster, provide clean drinking water to a remote Pacific village or check in on an elderly Australian living alone.
BEN LANGDON
Leigh House Leader
Principal's Report
Welcome
School Council Elections –
At the close of Nominations the following nominations had been received:
Parent Representatives: Neal Collins; Robin Eyers; Fiona Chipperfield
Staff Rep...

Welcome
School Council Elections –
At the close of Nominations the following nominations had been received:
Parent Representatives: Neal Collins; Robin Eyers; Fiona Chipperfield
Staff Representatives: Ken Stewart; Steven Brown
Student Representative: Holly Moloney
As the number of nominees equals the number of vacancies in each category – I declare the nominated candidates duly elected.
The School Council for 2019 therefore comprises:
Parents
· Ms Georgia Richards
· Mr Paul Henshaw
· Ms Michelle Steans
· Mr Neal Collins
· Mr Robin Eyers
· Ms Fiona Chipperfield
Staff (DET Employees)
· Ms Bernice Brown
· Mr Doug Mann
· Mr Ken Stewart
· Mr Steve Brown
· Mr Glenn Davey Principal (ex.officio)
Students
· Lachlan Davis
· Holly Moloney
Community Representatives
· Heath Bayfield (School Captain)
· Ebony Storrar (School Captain)
My congratulations and welcome to new members and thank you to members who are continuing.
Japanese Visit to Geelong High School – It was my pleasure to welcome a visiting group of students and teachers from Nari, Japan, to a Whole School Assembly this week. Geelong High School students studying Japanese ran the assembly and welcomed the group.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Welcome
School Council Elections –
At the close of Nominations the following nominations had been received:
Parent Representatives: Neal Collins; Robin Eyers; Fiona Chipperfield
Staff Representatives: Ken Stewart; Steven Brown
Student Representative: Holly Moloney
As the number of nominees equals the number of vacancies in each category – I declare the nominated candidates duly elected.
The School Council for 2019 therefore comprises:
Parents
· Ms Georgia Richards
· Mr Paul Henshaw
· Ms Michelle Steans
· Mr Neal Collins
· Mr Robin Eyers
· Ms Fiona Chipperfield
Staff (DET Employees)
· Ms Bernice Brown
· Mr Doug Mann
· Mr Ken Stewart
· Mr Steve Brown
· Mr Glenn Davey Principal (ex.officio)
Students
· Lachlan Davis
· Holly Moloney
Community Representatives
· Heath Bayfield (School Captain)
· Ebony Storrar (School Captain)
My congratulations and welcome to new members and thank you to members who are continuing.
Japanese Visit to Geelong High School – It was my pleasure to welcome a visiting group of students and teachers from Nari, Japan, to a Whole School Assembly this week. Geelong High School students studying Japanese ran the assembly and welcomed the group.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Building Project Update
The school contributed $750,000 to ensure that the new buildings were climate-controlled using our solar produced electricity.

Looking down into the courtyard from the top of the clerestory window openings.
Looking down onto the first level with views through the staff room.
The school contributed $750,000 to ensure that the new buildings were climate-controlled using our solar produced electricity.
The view from the roof of the Kroger Building looking East.
Looking towards Shenton from the roof of the Kroger Building.
Ken Stewart
Assistant Principal
Looking down into the courtyard from the top of the clerestory window openings.
Looking down onto the first level with views through the staff room.
The school contributed $750,000 to ensure that the new buildings were climate-controlled using our solar produced electricity.
The view from the roof of the Kroger Building looking East.
Looking towards Shenton from the roof of the Kroger Building.
Ken Stewart
Assistant Principal
Future Squad - Women in the STEM Field!

As part of the Geelong High Sschool STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) program, five of Geelong High School's top STEM women travelled out to MSAC in Albert Park to join the 'Future Squad'; a conference about engaging and retaining women in the STEM field. This is the fastest growing industry across the world and there is currently a very low proportion of women in the industry compared to men. This conference is about how to change that, getting the perspective of female students that are already undertaking STEM related subjects at school.
Following the conference, the girls were given the opportunity to go trackside to see some of the action leading up to this weekend's grand prix.
Jason d'Offay - STEM Coordinator
As part of the Geelong High Sschool STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) program, five of Geelong High School's top STEM women travelled out to MSAC in Albert Park to join the 'Future Squad'; a conference about engaging and retaining women in the STEM field. This is the fastest growing industry across the world and there is currently a very low proportion of women in the industry compared to men. This conference is about how to change that, getting the perspective of female students that are already undertaking STEM related subjects at school.
Following the conference, the girls were given the opportunity to go trackside to see some of the action leading up to this weekend's grand prix.
Jason d'Offay - STEM Coordinator
GPEP Anglesea Camp

The Year 9 GPEP class spent two days on camp in Anglesea on Thursday 7 March until Friday 8 March. The group spent the Thursday on the beach with the Anglesea Kindergarten, cleaning up rubbish from sand dunes with the Great Ocean Road Coastal Committee. The following morning our students volunteered cleaning up the Anglesea Surf Life Saving Club after the busy summer season!
During the camp students need to pack and set up their own tents, budget, plan and buy their own groceries and cook their own meals.
It’s been a fantastic trip, both myself and Mr Ayerbe are very proud of the group.
Ms Cat Yee - GPEP Coordinator
The Year 9 GPEP class spent two days on camp in Anglesea on Thursday 7 March until Friday 8 March. The group spent the Thursday on the beach with the Anglesea Kindergarten, cleaning up rubbish from sand dunes with the Great Ocean Road Coastal Committee. The following morning our students volunteered cleaning up the Anglesea Surf Life Saving Club after the busy summer season!
During the camp students need to pack and set up their own tents, budget, plan and buy their own groceries and cook their own meals.
It’s been a fantastic trip, both myself and Mr Ayerbe are very proud of the group.
Ms Cat Yee - GPEP Coordinator
Year 12 Students at Victoria University

All Year 12 students headed up to Victoria University for an action packed day. Year 12's completed a workshop regarding Victoria University's new delivery model and learnt about the VU guaranteed pathway, this was followed by a seminar on study skills focussed on preparation for SAC's and Exams. During the afternoon students were challenged by practical activities using Positive Education character strengths with a strong focus on COURAGE which has been our focus for Term One for Year 12's.
Sensational effort Year 12, you embraced all challenges during the day!!
Ms Trudy Cameron - VCE/VET
All Year 12 students headed up to Victoria University for an action packed day. Year 12's completed a workshop regarding Victoria University's new delivery model and learnt about the VU guaranteed pathway, this was followed by a seminar on study skills focussed on preparation for SAC's and Exams. During the afternoon students were challenged by practical activities using Positive Education character strengths with a strong focus on COURAGE which has been our focus for Term One for Year 12's.
Sensational effort Year 12, you embraced all challenges during the day!!
Ms Trudy Cameron - VCE/VET
STEM Program - A Busy Intersection

On Thursday 14 of March, four Year 7 Digi Tech students and Mr. Reusch from Geelong High School along with students from a number of other local secondary colleges, took part in a special event titled, A Busy Intersection: Design and Education at the Geelong Technical School.
The day was a part of the STEM program at Geelong High Sschool where students were given the project brief of developing a functioning hovercraft to be used in the Antarctic as an emergency evacuation vehicle. Each team used the Engineering Design Process to build and pilot a model hovercraft that was fast, manoeuvrable and could navigate various obstacles with rudimentary materials and simple light weigh drone components. Following the design, build and test phases, students presented their models to a number of groups from the public who toured through the facility. All students were highly engaged and enthusiastic during all parts of the day and were brilliant representatives of GHS.
STEM is a very well paid industry and provides rewarding job opportunities. It's the fastest growing industry worldwide and provides some exciting opportunities for our students at Geelong High School. In particular, there is a need for females in this industry across the world. The STEM program at GHS aims to increase the exposure of related skills to students both in the classroom and out in the field.
If you're wondering how your child can get more involved in STEM at GHS, please don't hesitate to contact our STEM Coordinator, Mr Jason d'Offay.
On Thursday 14 of March, four Year 7 Digi Tech students and Mr. Reusch from Geelong High School along with students from a number of other local secondary colleges, took part in a special event titled, A Busy Intersection: Design and Education at the Geelong Technical School.
The day was a part of the STEM program at Geelong High Sschool where students were given the project brief of developing a functioning hovercraft to be used in the Antarctic as an emergency evacuation vehicle. Each team used the Engineering Design Process to build and pilot a model hovercraft that was fast, manoeuvrable and could navigate various obstacles with rudimentary materials and simple light weigh drone components. Following the design, build and test phases, students presented their models to a number of groups from the public who toured through the facility. All students were highly engaged and enthusiastic during all parts of the day and were brilliant representatives of GHS.
STEM is a very well paid industry and provides rewarding job opportunities. It's the fastest growing industry worldwide and provides some exciting opportunities for our students at Geelong High School. In particular, there is a need for females in this industry across the world. The STEM program at GHS aims to increase the exposure of related skills to students both in the classroom and out in the field.
If you're wondering how your child can get more involved in STEM at GHS, please don't hesitate to contact our STEM Coordinator, Mr Jason d'Offay.
Lawn Bowls Lads!

The following students recently competed in the SSV Western Metro Region Lawn Bowls held at the Werribee Bowls Club.
GHS One
Matt Lawrence (Skipper)
Luke Lawrence
Hamish Watson
GHS Two
Jack Stoneham (Skipper)
Eamon Mills
Mitch Collier
Team One won their final pool game, Team Two, sadly not so lucky.
Both teams had two pool wins which was a great result. Despite missing out progressing to the next level, both Team One and Team Two played extremely well and made us proud!
Congratulations to all our lawn bowlers, a fantastic effort!
Jason d'Offay - STEM Coordinator
The following students recently competed in the SSV Western Metro Region Lawn Bowls held at the Werribee Bowls Club.
GHS One
Matt Lawrence (Skipper)
Luke Lawrence
Hamish Watson
GHS Two
Jack Stoneham (Skipper)
Eamon Mills
Mitch Collier
Team One won their final pool game, Team Two, sadly not so lucky.
Both teams had two pool wins which was a great result. Despite missing out progressing to the next level, both Team One and Team Two played extremely well and made us proud!
Congratulations to all our lawn bowlers, a fantastic effort!
Jason d'Offay - STEM Coordinator
Intermediate Volleyball - Intermediate

The girls defeated North Geelong in the Grand Final and will go through to the Western Region Final.
The boys played some really close matches.
All students should be proud of their sporting efforts and wonderful behaviour on Friday.
Ms Melanie Vanderkley - PE/Health
The girls defeated North Geelong in the Grand Final and will go through to the Western Region Final.
The boys played some really close matches.
All students should be proud of their sporting efforts and wonderful behaviour on Friday.
Ms Melanie Vanderkley - PE/Health
Golf Stars on the Rise!

Two of our students, Mitch Crabbe Year 12 and Tenaiya Jennings Year 8 represented Geelong High School in the Victorian Secondary Schools Golf.
From all reports Tenaiya had a 'great, fun day'. She came second in the year 7-9 youth girls with only three points behind the winner.
Mitch Crabbe, won the Senior section for golf.
Congratulations to both students, a wonderful effort!
Sonia Kinsey - KLA/Sports
Two of our students, Mitch Crabbe Year 12 and Tenaiya Jennings Year 8 represented Geelong High School in the Victorian Secondary Schools Golf.
From all reports Tenaiya had a 'great, fun day'. She came second in the year 7-9 youth girls with only three points behind the winner.
Mitch Crabbe, won the Senior section for golf.
Congratulations to both students, a wonderful effort!
Sonia Kinsey - KLA/Sports
Victorian Schools Canoe Championships

One of our Year 9 students, Blake Schulz, competed in the 2019 Victorian Schools Canoe Championships representing Geelong High School as well as the Scouts.
Blake won Gold in TK1 Kayak Marathon 3.7 km, Bronze in TC2 Canoe Marathon 3.7 km and Silver in TK1 Kayak and TC1 Canoe sprint races.
Congratulations on all those medals Blake, a fantastic effort, we are all very proud of you!
One of our Year 9 students, Blake Schulz, competed in the 2019 Victorian Schools Canoe Championships representing Geelong High School as well as the Scouts.
Blake won Gold in TK1 Kayak Marathon 3.7 km, Bronze in TC2 Canoe Marathon 3.7 km and Silver in TK1 Kayak and TC1 Canoe sprint races.
Congratulations on all those medals Blake, a fantastic effort, we are all very proud of you!
FINAL CALL - Japan Tour 2019

There is now only one space available for the upcoming Geelong High Sschool Japan Tour 2019 for any student currently studying Japanese from Years 9 to 11. The Tour will depart for Japan in September and visit Tokyo, Kyoto, and Hiroshima with a visit to a rural high school and homestay with a Japanese family.
If you are interested, please contact Ms Kyla Jacques - Japanese Language Leader, for further information.
There is now only one space available for the upcoming Geelong High Sschool Japan Tour 2019 for any student currently studying Japanese from Years 9 to 11. The Tour will depart for Japan in September and visit Tokyo, Kyoto, and Hiroshima with a visit to a rural high school and homestay with a Japanese family.
If you are interested, please contact Ms Kyla Jacques - Japanese Language Leader, for further information.
Principal's Report
Welcome.
Parents & Friends
Our dedicated band of Parents & Friends met this week for the AGM. They would love some assistance in helping organise school fund-raisers. Our first fund-rai...

Welcome.
Parents & Friends
Our dedicated band of Parents & Friends met this week for the AGM. They would love some assistance in helping organise school fund-raisers. Our first fund-raiser for the year will be a Sausage Sizzle on the day of the federal election in May (date yet to be announced). If you can spare an hour to assist with the BBQ to raise funds for the school please give the school a call (5225 4100). If you are interested in joining the P & F they meet on the Monday of the week prior to School Council. Dates will be announced after the first meeting of the new School Council on 28th March.
Silver Gulls Alumni
Are you an alumnus (former student) of Geelong High School. If you are and you would like to keep in touch with the school or any past students, we might be able to help you. At the recent AGM the Silver Gulls committee re-committed to supporting the school in a range of ways including through provision of a quarterly alumni newsletter, fundraising for the school, gathering memorabilia and interviewing past students and staff. Geelong High School is one of the inaugural schools in the Ourschools Alumni initiative which aims to grow alumni organisations in other government schools across the state. If you would like to know more please contact the school or email Jenn Colquhoun at jenniferkc@bigpond.com.au
Reminder
School Council Elections 2019 – Nominations close this Friday 8th March 2019
Glenn Davey
Principal
Welcome.
Parents & Friends
Our dedicated band of Parents & Friends met this week for the AGM. They would love some assistance in helping organise school fund-raisers. Our first fund-raiser for the year will be a Sausage Sizzle on the day of the federal election in May (date yet to be announced). If you can spare an hour to assist with the BBQ to raise funds for the school please give the school a call (5225 4100). If you are interested in joining the P & F they meet on the Monday of the week prior to School Council. Dates will be announced after the first meeting of the new School Council on 28th March.
Silver Gulls Alumni
Are you an alumnus (former student) of Geelong High School. If you are and you would like to keep in touch with the school or any past students, we might be able to help you. At the recent AGM the Silver Gulls committee re-committed to supporting the school in a range of ways including through provision of a quarterly alumni newsletter, fundraising for the school, gathering memorabilia and interviewing past students and staff. Geelong High School is one of the inaugural schools in the Ourschools Alumni initiative which aims to grow alumni organisations in other government schools across the state. If you would like to know more please contact the school or email Jenn Colquhoun at jenniferkc@bigpond.com.au
Reminder
School Council Elections 2019 – Nominations close this Friday 8th March 2019
Glenn Davey
Principal
STEM Excursion - Air Show

On Tuesday 26 Feburary, as part of the STEM (System Technology Engineering Maths) Program at Geelong High School, 91 students headed out to Avalon airfields for a prelude to the upcoming airshow.
Students were given the opportunity to see many aircraft both in the air and on the ground as well as visit a range of different companies and individuals working in the field that have come from STEM related pathways. STEM is the fastest growing industry worldwide and provides some exciting, well paid and very rewarding job opportunities for our students at GHS. In particular, the need for females in this industry across the world is huge!
The STEM program at Geelong High School aims to increase the exposure of related skills to students both in the classroom and out in the field.
If you're wondering how your child can get more involved in STEM at our school, please do not hesitate to contact our STEM Coordinator, Mr Jason d'Offay.
On Tuesday 26 Feburary, as part of the STEM (System Technology Engineering Maths) Program at Geelong High School, 91 students headed out to Avalon airfields for a prelude to the upcoming airshow.
Students were given the opportunity to see many aircraft both in the air and on the ground as well as visit a range of different companies and individuals working in the field that have come from STEM related pathways. STEM is the fastest growing industry worldwide and provides some exciting, well paid and very rewarding job opportunities for our students at GHS. In particular, the need for females in this industry across the world is huge!
The STEM program at Geelong High School aims to increase the exposure of related skills to students both in the classroom and out in the field.
If you're wondering how your child can get more involved in STEM at our school, please do not hesitate to contact our STEM Coordinator, Mr Jason d'Offay.
Year 8 Exploration Day!

On Tuesday all Year 8 students engaged in their Career Exploration day. Students completed workshops learning about trending industries, dealing with change and the importance of upskilling.
Practical workshops focussed on employability skills where students were challenged to learn new skills, participate as a team player, use problem solving skills and creativity.
Year 8’s also had the opportunity to start their Career Portfolio and Resume. Congratulations to the Year 8 students that embraced these challenges.
Ms Trudy Cameron - Careers/SBAT, VET & VCE
On Tuesday all Year 8 students engaged in their Career Exploration day. Students completed workshops learning about trending industries, dealing with change and the importance of upskilling.
Practical workshops focussed on employability skills where students were challenged to learn new skills, participate as a team player, use problem solving skills and creativity.
Year 8’s also had the opportunity to start their Career Portfolio and Resume. Congratulations to the Year 8 students that embraced these challenges.
Ms Trudy Cameron - Careers/SBAT, VET & VCE
Inter-school Equestrian Event Representatives

Geelong High School is extremely lucky to have had two student representatives who both recently competed in an Inter-school Equestrian Event.
Our congratulations to both students, Bella Kealy Year 7 and Ebony Smith Year 8.
Equestrian events are not for the faint-hearted as so much time, discipline, committment and good ol' fashion hard-work is required in order to compete, yet alone look after horses!
Bella and Ebony's horses are just beautiful and both girls look so smart in their attire!
It is always lovely when parents update us on their child's activities, hobbies and their achievements and look forward to many more!
Geelong High School is extremely lucky to have had two student representatives who both recently competed in an Inter-school Equestrian Event.
Our congratulations to both students, Bella Kealy Year 7 and Ebony Smith Year 8.
Equestrian events are not for the faint-hearted as so much time, discipline, committment and good ol' fashion hard-work is required in order to compete, yet alone look after horses!
Bella and Ebony's horses are just beautiful and both girls look so smart in their attire!
It is always lovely when parents update us on their child's activities, hobbies and their achievements and look forward to many more!
Positive Education for Parents Workshop

For parents wanting to learn more about the key concepts of Positive Education and how you can integrate them into your parenting, the Institute of Positive Education is hosting a Positive Education for Parents workshop at the Geelong Library. Click here to find out more.
Ms Montano - Leading Teacher
Literacy & Positive Education
For parents wanting to learn more about the key concepts of Positive Education and how you can integrate them into your parenting, the Institute of Positive Education is hosting a Positive Education for Parents workshop at the Geelong Library. Click here to find out more.
Ms Montano - Leading Teacher
Literacy & Positive Education
Principal's Report
Welcome
School off to a great start
The school year has commenced smoothly with the first month already behind us. Our new year 7 students have commenced well and settled in quickly to...

Welcome
School off to a great start!
The school year has commenced smoothly with the first month already behind us. Our new Year 7 students have commenced well and settled in quickly to their new surrounds. All other year levels have quickly settled into a calm, and orderly pattern of work which is one of the great strengths of Geelong High School and proves the worth of the Startup interviews. We held a very successful and well attended Year 12 Information Evening last week where we established the benchmark of what we expect of students in their final year. Our focus is to have all year 12 students achieving at or close to their predicted score according to the General Achievement Test (GAT) which they will sit in mid-June (12th). Our school vision statement includes that we are committed to empowering students to realise their potential. The GAT is one measure of this potential, hence our focus on students achieving study scores that are at or close to the GAT predicted score.
My thanks to the Year 7 parents who were able to make it to our Meet and Mingle evening this Thursday. I trust you found it interesting and informative. My thanks to Mr Paul Batters for his organisation of the event and to students and staff that helped out on the night, particularly year 12 student Tamasyn Shannon who sang beautifully.
Reminder
School Council Elections 2019
Would you like to nominate for School Council?
School Council resolved at its December meeting of 2018 to have the new School Council for 2019 in place for the March meeting. We are therefore calling for any interested and energetic parents, community members, students and teachers to fill the three parent vacancies, two community vacancies, one student vacancy and two teacher vacancies. Retiring councillors may be eligible for re-election.
School Council President Georgia Richards and I would love to hear from any one prepared to nominate for the vacancies. Being a member of Council means more than attending a meeting once a month. It is a real opportunity to participate in developing policy and having direct input into the decision-making of the school at a very exciting period in the school’s development. Demanding certainly, but also richly satisfying.
School Council, staff and students generally, achieved an enormous amount in 2018 including obtaining additional funding of approximately $2.2 million for the school rebuild (enabling the third stage to become a reality); progression of the AMP (rebuild) and significant progress in implementation of the school’s Strategic Plan. Council looks forwarded to 2019 as we take possession of the second stage of the rebuild mid-year and commence stage three. We also launch into the third year of our four year Strategic Plan on the back of some significant gains in 2018.
Our focus in recent years has been on the embedding of our Vision & Values, the embedding of Positive Education into the curriculum and a strong focus on improving teaching and learning. While the vision and Values and positive Education are becoming part of the fabric off the school, a strong focus on improving teaching and learning will remain our priority in 2019. We will also continue to embed our new communication strategies including a strong focus on the use of Compass, our new website and the use of Facebook.
We need people with drive and ideas to help the school achieve its Vision.
Thursday February 21st, is the last meeting of our current Council. There are 6 parent representatives, 5 teacher representatives, 4 Community reps (including two School Captains) and 2 student reps on council. Representatives are elected for two years with about half the representatives retiring each year, to maintain continuity of council.
Elected members continuing for 2019 are:
Parents
· Ms Georgia Richards
· Mr Paul Henshaw
· Ms Michelle Steans
· Joanna Green
Staff (DET Employees)
· Ms Bernice Brown
· Mr Doug Mann
Student
· Lachlan Davis
Those retiring after their term has expired and eligible for re-election in 2019 are:
Parents
· Ms Fiona Chipperfield
· Mr Neal Collins
Staff
· Mr Ken Stewart
· Mr Steven Brown
Student
· Holly Moloney
There is also space for Community reps.
Nomination forms may be collected from the General Office in the week commencing 4th Feb.2019
Please note that nominations close at 4pm Friday, 8th March, 2019.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Welcome
School off to a great start!
The school year has commenced smoothly with the first month already behind us. Our new Year 7 students have commenced well and settled in quickly to their new surrounds. All other year levels have quickly settled into a calm, and orderly pattern of work which is one of the great strengths of Geelong High School and proves the worth of the Startup interviews. We held a very successful and well attended Year 12 Information Evening last week where we established the benchmark of what we expect of students in their final year. Our focus is to have all year 12 students achieving at or close to their predicted score according to the General Achievement Test (GAT) which they will sit in mid-June (12th). Our school vision statement includes that we are committed to empowering students to realise their potential. The GAT is one measure of this potential, hence our focus on students achieving study scores that are at or close to the GAT predicted score.
My thanks to the Year 7 parents who were able to make it to our Meet and Mingle evening this Thursday. I trust you found it interesting and informative. My thanks to Mr Paul Batters for his organisation of the event and to students and staff that helped out on the night, particularly year 12 student Tamasyn Shannon who sang beautifully.
Reminder
School Council Elections 2019
Would you like to nominate for School Council?
School Council resolved at its December meeting of 2018 to have the new School Council for 2019 in place for the March meeting. We are therefore calling for any interested and energetic parents, community members, students and teachers to fill the three parent vacancies, two community vacancies, one student vacancy and two teacher vacancies. Retiring councillors may be eligible for re-election.
School Council President Georgia Richards and I would love to hear from any one prepared to nominate for the vacancies. Being a member of Council means more than attending a meeting once a month. It is a real opportunity to participate in developing policy and having direct input into the decision-making of the school at a very exciting period in the school’s development. Demanding certainly, but also richly satisfying.
School Council, staff and students generally, achieved an enormous amount in 2018 including obtaining additional funding of approximately $2.2 million for the school rebuild (enabling the third stage to become a reality); progression of the AMP (rebuild) and significant progress in implementation of the school’s Strategic Plan. Council looks forwarded to 2019 as we take possession of the second stage of the rebuild mid-year and commence stage three. We also launch into the third year of our four year Strategic Plan on the back of some significant gains in 2018.
Our focus in recent years has been on the embedding of our Vision & Values, the embedding of Positive Education into the curriculum and a strong focus on improving teaching and learning. While the vision and Values and positive Education are becoming part of the fabric off the school, a strong focus on improving teaching and learning will remain our priority in 2019. We will also continue to embed our new communication strategies including a strong focus on the use of Compass, our new website and the use of Facebook.
We need people with drive and ideas to help the school achieve its Vision.
Thursday February 21st, is the last meeting of our current Council. There are 6 parent representatives, 5 teacher representatives, 4 Community reps (including two School Captains) and 2 student reps on council. Representatives are elected for two years with about half the representatives retiring each year, to maintain continuity of council.
Elected members continuing for 2019 are:
Parents
· Ms Georgia Richards
· Mr Paul Henshaw
· Ms Michelle Steans
· Joanna Green
Staff (DET Employees)
· Ms Bernice Brown
· Mr Doug Mann
Student
· Lachlan Davis
Those retiring after their term has expired and eligible for re-election in 2019 are:
Parents
· Ms Fiona Chipperfield
· Mr Neal Collins
Staff
· Mr Ken Stewart
· Mr Steven Brown
Student
· Holly Moloney
There is also space for Community reps.
Nomination forms may be collected from the General Office in the week commencing 4th Feb.2019
Please note that nominations close at 4pm Friday, 8th March, 2019.
Glenn Davey
Principal
Building Project Update
Project Report February 2019
Works have continued to accelerate since the year commenced. Each day there has been between 40 and 50 subcontractors working on the project. The roof should ...

Project Report February 2019
Works have continued to accelerate since the year commenced. Each day there has been between 40 and 50 subcontractors working on the project. The roof should be on by the end of next week which will mean the building is water tight. The plasterers will then move in and complete the plastering. Most of the framing of walls has now been completed.
The heating and cooling system is being installed progressively and the units are now in place. The school has contributed $750,000 to enable us to include this important item.
I have been working with the architects finalising details in the rooms such as AV and white board placement. In stage 2 the majority of rooms will have a 75 inch TV instead of an interactive projector. This decision has been guided by the feedback from staff which I sought last year. The High Definition LED screens are much better in light rooms than the interactive projectors.
Stage 2A, which is the current project minus the Administration Building removal, is scheduled to be completed on the 13th June 2019. Stage 2B, the demolition of the Administration Building and the building of the plaza in front of the school is scheduled to be completed by the 14th August 2019.
Stage 3 which includes the Vague Building, Winstanley Building and removal of all relocatables except 34 – 36A is scheduled to be completed by 20th January 2020. The Builder believes that these dates are realistic.
We are also finalising cabinetry and services to all areas to ensure that we haven’t missed anything.
I am in discussions with the Builder to work out how we will manage the shifting of the site offices and associated containers in order that all of the landscaping associated with Stage 2 can be completed and the remaining Stage 1 landscaping works to be completed including the Garden Street Car Park prior to the handover in June.
Looking out from one of the first floor classrooms to the east. The Vague Building will have the southern third demolished and then will be completely refurbished, including all cladding and windows.
This is the view from the staff social room looking north through the full length windows.
Principal, Glenn Davey, in the staff room.
Heat pump units for the climate control. They are all part of our $750,000 commitment.
There are no bad views!
Work continues on the outside seating for the performance area.
The view from the west end of the library towards the east end.
The view looking out from the new Moorabool House office.
The view looking into the central atrium space from the old staff room which will be a seminar room.
The atrium is 11 metres high from floor to ceiling.
Preparing the atrium ceiling for tiling with perforated acoustic board.
The atrium roofing is completed.
The cafeteria and VCE Study space.
Ken Stewart - Assistant Principal
Project Report February 2019
Works have continued to accelerate since the year commenced. Each day there has been between 40 and 50 subcontractors working on the project. The roof should be on by the end of next week which will mean the building is water tight. The plasterers will then move in and complete the plastering. Most of the framing of walls has now been completed.
The heating and cooling system is being installed progressively and the units are now in place. The school has contributed $750,000 to enable us to include this important item.
I have been working with the architects finalising details in the rooms such as AV and white board placement. In stage 2 the majority of rooms will have a 75 inch TV instead of an interactive projector. This decision has been guided by the feedback from staff which I sought last year. The High Definition LED screens are much better in light rooms than the interactive projectors.
Stage 2A, which is the current project minus the Administration Building removal, is scheduled to be completed on the 13th June 2019. Stage 2B, the demolition of the Administration Building and the building of the plaza in front of the school is scheduled to be completed by the 14th August 2019.
Stage 3 which includes the Vague Building, Winstanley Building and removal of all relocatables except 34 – 36A is scheduled to be completed by 20th January 2020. The Builder believes that these dates are realistic.
We are also finalising cabinetry and services to all areas to ensure that we haven’t missed anything.
I am in discussions with the Builder to work out how we will manage the shifting of the site offices and associated containers in order that all of the landscaping associated with Stage 2 can be completed and the remaining Stage 1 landscaping works to be completed including the Garden Street Car Park prior to the handover in June.
Looking out from one of the first floor classrooms to the east. The Vague Building will have the southern third demolished and then will be completely refurbished, including all cladding and windows.
This is the view from the staff social room looking north through the full length windows.
Principal, Glenn Davey, in the staff room.
Heat pump units for the climate control. They are all part of our $750,000 commitment.
There are no bad views!
Work continues on the outside seating for the performance area.
The view from the west end of the library towards the east end.
The view looking out from the new Moorabool House office.
The view looking into the central atrium space from the old staff room which will be a seminar room.
The atrium is 11 metres high from floor to ceiling.
Preparing the atrium ceiling for tiling with perforated acoustic board.
The atrium roofing is completed.
The cafeteria and VCE Study space.
Ken Stewart - Assistant Principal
Important Bus Information - McHarry's Buslines

For more information, please visit McHarry's Buslines website: http://mcharrys.com.au/
Year 10 Immunisation Program - Meningococcal

Dear Parent/Guardian of a Year 10 student
In 2019 the Victorian Secondary School Vaccine Program will offer free meningococcal ACWY vaccine to students in Year 10.
Your child has not previously been offered this vaccine on the National Immunisation Program.
Please read and complete the consent card you have received (either YES or NO consent) and return to school no later than 22/02/2019
These consent cards were handed out during home group on THURSDAY 14th Feb. If you need another consent card, please contact the main office.
Even if your child does not plan on having their immunisations at GHS, we still need the consent card returned and you are welcome to tick ‘No’.
Year 10 immunisations will be occurring on Thursday August 20th.
Thank you in anticipation
Barwon Health immunisation & Geelong High School
Dear Parent/Guardian of a Year 10 student
In 2019 the Victorian Secondary School Vaccine Program will offer free meningococcal ACWY vaccine to students in Year 10.
Your child has not previously been offered this vaccine on the National Immunisation Program.
Please read and complete the consent card you have received (either YES or NO consent) and return to school no later than 22/02/2019
These consent cards were handed out during home group on THURSDAY 14th Feb. If you need another consent card, please contact the main office.
Even if your child does not plan on having their immunisations at GHS, we still need the consent card returned and you are welcome to tick ‘No’.
Year 10 immunisations will be occurring on Thursday August 20th.
Thank you in anticipation
Barwon Health immunisation & Geelong High School
CSEF Application Forms

CSEF APPLICATION FORMS
If you did not apply for CSEF funding (camps, sports, excursion funding) last year, please ensure your application is handed into the office before Friday 12 April 2019.
Please call the Administration Office if you require further assistance or have an enquiry in regards to CSEF funding.
Thankyou
Geelong High School Administration Office.
CSEF APPLICATION FORMS
If you did not apply for CSEF funding (camps, sports, excursion funding) last year, please ensure your application is handed into the office before Friday 12 April 2019.
Please call the Administration Office if you require further assistance or have an enquiry in regards to CSEF funding.
Thankyou
Geelong High School Administration Office.
Year 7 (Year 2020) Information Night

Welcome to Asaka Sugita sensei!

We are pleased to introduce Sugita sensei who is a Japanese university student studying to be a teacher in Japan. She arrived in Australia on Saturday and will be with us for the next four weeks working in a range of Japanese classrooms from years 7 to 12. We are very lucky to have Sugita sensei with us and she will provide students with further opportunities to speak the language and learn more about Japanese culture.
Ms Jacques - Japanese Language
Sugita sensei states:
“I like watching movies, listening to music, and seeing beautiful pictures. My favourite movies are The Notebook and The Fault in Our Stars. I often listen both Japanese and Foreign music. My favourite music are Symphony (sung by Clean Bandit) and I Want You To Know (sung by Zedd). I applied for the program because I would like to communicate with Australians and teach the interest of learning Japanese. It is my first time going abroad, so I look forward to go to Australia.”
We are pleased to introduce Sugita sensei who is a Japanese university student studying to be a teacher in Japan. She arrived in Australia on Saturday and will be with us for the next four weeks working in a range of Japanese classrooms from years 7 to 12. We are very lucky to have Sugita sensei with us and she will provide students with further opportunities to speak the language and learn more about Japanese culture.
Ms Jacques - Japanese Language
Sugita sensei states:
“I like watching movies, listening to music, and seeing beautiful pictures. My favourite movies are The Notebook and The Fault in Our Stars. I often listen both Japanese and Foreign music. My favourite music are Symphony (sung by Clean Bandit) and I Want You To Know (sung by Zedd). I applied for the program because I would like to communicate with Australians and teach the interest of learning Japanese. It is my first time going abroad, so I look forward to go to Australia.”
School Production 2019 'Crazy for You' Underway!

The 2019 School Production of ‘Crazy for You’ has begun rehearsals and is powering towards it’s opening night in Term Three. 55 students of all year levels are working together to bring you this traditional style musical packed with all the Gershwin brothers’ best songs. Late last year, those interested in the show undertook tap dance lessons in a bid to add this style to our show. Students picked up this skill using their determination, grit, and perseverance – and the results so far have been pretty incredible. Students are rehearsing up to five times a week, dancing a number of styles, singing in three-part harmony, and having a blast. We can’t wait to share this show with you!
Ms Yengi - Dance/Drama/Productions
The 2019 School Production of ‘Crazy for You’ has begun rehearsals and is powering towards it’s opening night in Term Three. 55 students of all year levels are working together to bring you this traditional style musical packed with all the Gershwin brothers’ best songs. Late last year, those interested in the show undertook tap dance lessons in a bid to add this style to our show. Students picked up this skill using their determination, grit, and perseverance – and the results so far have been pretty incredible. Students are rehearsing up to five times a week, dancing a number of styles, singing in three-part harmony, and having a blast. We can’t wait to share this show with you!
Ms Yengi - Dance/Drama/Productions
Year 8 Digital Technology

As part of the Geelong High School STEM program, the Year 8 Digital Technology class has been out at the new Geelong Technical School. Unlike traditional technical schools, this one is more of a digital technology school, with plenty of gadgets and devices to tinker with and learn from.
During the session at the Geelong Technical School, the Year 8 students built robots, coded them, then battled them against each other in the culmination of the days activities, the ‘Robot War’.
The students learnt to collaborate and solve problems using the design process, which is ultimately a process of trial and error until success is achieved.
A great day was had by all.
Mr Jason D'Offay - STEM Coordinator/Maths/PE/Digi Tech
As part of the Geelong High School STEM program, the Year 8 Digital Technology class has been out at the new Geelong Technical School. Unlike traditional technical schools, this one is more of a digital technology school, with plenty of gadgets and devices to tinker with and learn from.
During the session at the Geelong Technical School, the Year 8 students built robots, coded them, then battled them against each other in the culmination of the days activities, the ‘Robot War’.
The students learnt to collaborate and solve problems using the design process, which is ultimately a process of trial and error until success is achieved.
A great day was had by all.
Mr Jason D'Offay - STEM Coordinator/Maths/PE/Digi Tech
Mighty Moorabool Year 12 Students!

The wonderful Year 12 Moorabool students dressed to impress and tackled the Swimming Sports with vigour. Students readily participated in events, assisted House Leaders and were sensational role models at the GHS Swimming Sports.
Congratulations Year 12 Moorabool Students!
Ms Cameron - Careers
The wonderful Year 12 Moorabool students dressed to impress and tackled the Swimming Sports with vigour. Students readily participated in events, assisted House Leaders and were sensational role models at the GHS Swimming Sports.
Congratulations Year 12 Moorabool Students!
Ms Cameron - Careers
Year 12 Parent-Student Information Evening

Year 12 Parent and Student Information Evening Year 12 students and their parents/guardians attended the Information Evening on February 11th. Students completed workshops on Positive Education and heard words of wisdom from past GHS students. Parents then joined students to complete workshops on ATAR calculation, GHS data, Career Planning and the requirements of VCE and VCAL.
We would like to thank parents for their overwhelming support with this event and look forward to continuing to work with you in 2019.
Ms Cameron - Careers
Year 12 Parent and Student Information Evening Year 12 students and their parents/guardians attended the Information Evening on February 11th. Students completed workshops on Positive Education and heard words of wisdom from past GHS students. Parents then joined students to complete workshops on ATAR calculation, GHS data, Career Planning and the requirements of VCE and VCAL.
We would like to thank parents for their overwhelming support with this event and look forward to continuing to work with you in 2019.
Ms Cameron - Careers
Paws for Kids - MacKillop Family Services

If you wish to make a donation, please head over to: https://www.mycause.com.au/page/192644/paws-4-kids
For more information: https://www.mackillop.org.au/get-involved/donate/paws-4-kids
If you wish to make a donation, please head over to: https://www.mycause.com.au/page/192644/paws-4-kids
For more information: https://www.mackillop.org.au/get-involved/donate/paws-4-kids
Principal's Report
Welcome!
Welcome to a new school year! The Geelong High School community extends a warm welcome to all students and their families, particularly students and families new to the school, ...

Welcome!
Welcome to a new school year! The Geelong High School community extends a warm welcome to all students and their families, particularly students and families new to the school, and to our new and returning members of staff. New staff at Geelong High School are: Brennon Reusch (VCAL/PE) and Jonathon Panozzo ( Sci/Math). A number of other positions are currently being advertised and will be determined in the coming weeks. We also welcome back Doug Mann (drama), who returns from leave.
2018 finished on a very positive note with our Annual Music Evening being held in our own, newly refurbished CA Love Hall after a couple of yers at Costa Hall. Our annual Awards Night was also held in the CA Love Hall with a large and supportive crowd in attendance. Our Dux for 2018 was Megan Smith. Congratulations to Megan on an amazing year. I am also pleased to report that the vast majority of our year 12 graduates have found places in their desired courses.
Parents & Friends
Our fantastic Parents & Friends would like to welcome all parents, particularly those new to the school and invite you to get involved. The Parents & Friends meet twice per Term at 5.30pm on the Monday of the week prior to School Council (held on Thursday’s). The P & F have been involved in many major projects with the school and play a key role in fundraising work to support the many great programs the school offers. Our first major fund-raiser for the school will be the Election Day BBQ on a date to be announced in May this year.
School Council Elections 2019
Would you like to nominate for School Council?
School Council resolved at its December meeting of 2018 to have the new School Council for 2019 in place for the March meeting. We are therefore calling for any interested and energetic parents, community members, students and teachers to fill the three parent vacancies, two community vacancies, one student vacancy and two teacher vacancies. Retiring councillors may be eligible for re-election.
School Council President Georgia Richards and I would love to hear from any one prepared to nominate for the vacancies. Being a member of Council means more than attending a meeting once a month. It is a real opportunity to participate in developing policy and having direct input into the decision-making of the school at a very exciting period in the school’s development. Demanding certainly, but also richly satisfying.
School Council, staff and students generally, achieved an enormous amount in 2018 including obtaining additional funding of approximately $2.2 million for the school rebuild (enabling the third stage to become a reality); progression of the AMP (rebuild) and significant progress in implementation of the school’s Strategic Plan. Council looks forwarded to 2019 as we take possession of the second stage of the rebuild mid-year and commence stage three. We also launch into the third year of our four year Strategic Plan on the back of some significant gains in 2018.
Our focus in recent years has been on the embedding of our Vision & Values, the embedding of Positive Education into the curriculum and a strong focus on improving teaching and learning. While the vision and Values and positive Education are becoming embedded the strong focus on improving teaching and learning will remain our priority in 2019. We will also continue to embed our new communication strategies including a strong focus on the use of Compass (administrative and communication tool), our new website and the use of Facebook.
We need people with drive and ideas to help the school achieve its Vision.
Thursday February 21st, is the last meeting of our current Council. There are 6 parent representatives, 5 teacher representatives, 4 Community reps (including two School Captains) and 2 student reps on council. Representatives are elected for two years with about half the representatives retiring each year, to maintain continuity of council.
Elected members continuing for 2019 are:
Parents
· Ms Georgia Richards
· Mr Paul Henshaw
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