A busy start to Term 3 with lots of amazing activities and learning opportunities for students.

The biggest highlight would have to be the school production Alice by Heart. Led by Tessa Kirk, Jamie Long and Lauren Albrecht the show was amazing. I know I enjoyed it very much and it was great to see so many students involved and the amazing talent on display. I know so many people put in huge effort to have a production each year and it is a real highlight for the school community. Well done to everyone involved.

Course Counselling has commenced and this is an important process with students selecting subjects for 2025. We have already starting planning for 2025 so if you are moving schools for whatever reason can you please let the front office know

Our new Year 12 Common room has been a big success with students now having a place of their own during recess and lunch time.

The school review is underway and thanks to those parents who could make the parent feedback session. I will share the outcomes of the review with the school community when I am able to do so.

Well done to Corio house for their MND fundraiser. It was great to see so many staff covered in green ice. I think some staff enjoyed it way too much – Mr Allitt 😊

Naplan results have been sent out and while these are just one measure of performance , the results for Geelong High were excellent. We are above similar schools in almost every area and we have a large number of students excelling. Well done and if parents have any questions please contact your English or Maths teacher.

Vale- Belinda Gladman

Our school community is deeply saddened by the unexpected death of one of our much loved and respected staff members, Belinda Gladman.

Our thoughts and heartfelt sympathy are with her family and friends.

This news comes as a great shock to our school community.

The Geelong High School community is devastated by the news of Belinda Gladman’s passing, and we extend our deepest sympathies to her family, friends and everyone who knew her.”

“Belinda was a highly esteemed and long-serving staff member at Geelong High, with 27 years of teaching experience at the school.”

“Her primary focus was in the areas of Science, Biology, and Psychology, where she taught across multiple year levels. Throughout her distinguished career, Belinda held various leadership roles, including Head of Science, and was responsible for overseeing student teachers. She also played a significant role in mentoring new staff and was recognised as a valuable and dedicated team member.”

“Belinda was renowned for her compassionate and supportive nature , consistently demonstrating a strong commitment to enhancing the lives of all students.”

Belinda was a dedicated and passionate staff member who made a difference. She not only enriched the school community but also touched the lives of every student she taught. Her influence will be felt for years to come and her legacy will continue through the countless students she inspired. We are deeply grateful for all she contributed and will always remember her with great respect and admiration.