Over the last few weeks, I have been extremely impressed by the way our Year 12’s have finished off their time at Geelong High. They have all worked hard in the last few weeks and their celebration day and last assembly was a credit to themselves. It was a pleasure to see them have some fun and enjoy their last days. The Year 12’s celebrated in a positive and respectful way.

A highlight was the Year 12 Graduation at GMHBA stadium. Thanks to Ms Cameron and the rest of the Senior School team for their outstanding organisation and all of the House leaders for their support and contribution. While this was my first Geelong High graduation, it was an amazing opportunity to celebrate their time at Geelong High with the students and parents.

As we approach the end of the school year there is considerable planning underway regarding staffing and subjects for students. At this stage we only have 1 or 2 places for students in Year 10 and 11. I ask parents that if you are leaving Geelong High for any reason to let the school know as we do have a number of students wishing to enrol at all year levels.

We have just sent off the Year 9 GPEP students to Central Australia for 7 days. I know having done this trip before with students, it is an amazing learning experience and something the students will never forget.

In the coming weeks we have smart start underway where students will begin their Year 11 and 12 subjects for 2024. All students will be given holiday tasks to complete over the break and ensure they are ready for day 1 2024.

We have had some great activities this term so far. All Year 9 students participated in the Reach - Heroes Day program. Reach Organisation specialises in social and emotional development for young people and was founded by the late, great Jim Stynes. The workshop seeks to help students find their voice, equip them with the essential tools to navigate life’s challenges and encourages them to think beyond our everyday assumptions.

Well done to the following students who had outstanding performances recently at the State Athletics Championships

Angus Baker – 1^st 800 and 1500m run.

Leo Strzadale – 3^rd 400 and 5^th 200m run.

Grant Sumner – 6^th 1500 walk.

Sienna Reid – 6^th 1500 walk.

Raj Kambo – 6^th 800 run.

We were the top placed Geelong and district school, and we were the 54^th placed school out of 256 in the State. That is an excellent effort and congratulations to all the students.

Go Geelong High!

There are a number of key dates for parent’s and carer's calendars.

Friday 3^rd November – Tuesday 21^st November – Year 12 2024 Smart Start. Tuesday 21^st is the last day of formal classes for current Year 11 students, however, Year 11 students will have an opportunity to attend school to complete any catch-up work due to absences during Smart Start from Wednesday 22^nd – Friday 24^th November.

Tuesday 7^th November – Year 7 Melbourne Zoo excursion

Wednesday 15^th November – Thursday 23^rd November – Year 10 Exams in normal class time

Friday 24^th November – Friday 1^st December – Year 11 2024 Smart Start. Friday 1^st December is the last day of formal classes for current Year 10 students.

Tuesday 28^th November – 2024 Year 11 Information Evening AND 2024 Year 7 Information Evening

Monday 4^th December – STUDENT FREE DAY (Assessment Day)

Tuesday 5^th December – Thursday 7^th December – Year 7 Swim and Survive Days

Friday 8^th December – Adventure Park Day Years 7-9
No formal classes run on this day. Events will appear on Compass

Monday 11^th December – House Picnics Years 7-9
No formal classes run on this day. Events will appear on Compass

Tuesday 12^th December – 2024 Year 7 Orientation Day – NO YEAR 7s AT SCHOOL

Wednesday 13^th December – 2024 Year 7 Orientation Day – NO YEAR 8s AT SCHOOL

Wednesday 13^th December – AWARDS EVENING at COSTA HALL – 6:00pm – 8:00pm.
Families will be informed closer to the date if their child/ren is receiving an award or performing in the Awards Ceremony.

Wednesday 13^th December will be the last formal day of classes for students in Year 7-9. The school is still open for students to attend if they need to from Thursday 14^th – Wednesday 20^th December, however, no formal classes will be running. Students who do attend will be involved in community service activities at school.

2024 Dates
Monday 29^th January - Staff Return (Student-free day)

Tuesday 30^th January – 11:00am – 7:00pm. 15-minute Start Up Day Interviews to take place for all students and parents/guardians with their Home Group teacher. Information as to how to book these interviews will be sent out in mid-January 2024. No formal classes.

Wednesday 31^st January – ALL STUDENTS RETURN TO NORMAL CLASSES and School Photos (Correct Formal School Uniform must be worn on this day for all students).

If you have any questions, please contact our Administration Office.