Acting Principal’s Message Week 1 Term 4 2022

Welcoming

Dear Geelong High School learning community. By way of introduction to many of you, my name is Christopher Pugh and I am fortunate enough to lead our school through Term 4 as Acting Principal. I am a proud Geelong person and have admired the good work Geelong High School staff, students and parent/carers have done over many years and feel grateful for the opportunity to continue that work for the conclusion in 2022.

I have appreciated the welcoming from our School Council President Fiona Chipperfield, leadership team, staff and students I have met so far.

Before transitioning back to the Barwon network, I held the same position at a large school in Wyndham and have always enjoyed the many opportunities Term 4 presents. As the sun comes out more this Term, we will be holding a number of important celebrations and assessments, for both the students and ourselves as a school. In preparation for the coming years, we will be reflecting on our progress this year to reflect our improvement guided by our 4 year Strategic Plan. This is challenging work, but important work to ensure we are all doing our best for our students and adapting as a learning community.

Sun and UV Protection

Sun safety is a shared responsibility and staff, parents and students are encouraged to implement a combination of sun protection measures whenever UV levels reach 3 and above (typically from mid-August to the end of April in Victoria). Information about the daily local sun protection times is available via the free SunSmart app, or at sunsmart.com.au or bom.gov.au.

Year 12 Congratulations and Best Wishes

I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate and thank our year 12s for their contribution to Geelong High School over the last six years. Mr Davey was very clear during his hand over that this group has been wonderful throughout their time at Geelong High School, and in particular the lead up to their final year of studies, having endured the most challenging period of education. It is testimony to their character and endurance that they are now at the cusp of their exams and a very bright future. We wish them all the best for their exams and for what life holds beyond Geelong High School. Please do not hesitate to reach out, as our pathways support goes beyond graduation.

Please ensure you come say hi when you can, I look forward to meeting you.

Regards,

Christopher Pugh

Acting Principal

Geelong High School