As we come to the end of a very busy term 2, I wanted to thank all parents and students for their support over the term and the way we have continued to improve and offer some great learning opportunities.

Early next term students will start selecting their subjects for 2026. It is incredible to think that we have already started planning next year and this is an extremely important process. I remind students and parents it is vital that you attend this evening as it may impact on your subject choice. The information evening is on the 22nd of July.

Day 1 next term is a Pupil free day as staff undertake planning for the rest of the year and organise programs. We take the first day as it causes less disruption than during the term. Over this term we have been impacted with significant illness of staff and students. I wanted to inform parents that we are in a very fortunate situation that all of our classes are covered with teaching staff and we have not had to cancel any classes. It is through the dedication of the staff at the school that we are able to ensure all classes are covered which is a rare thing in many schools.

Our Year 7 number are again very strong with 270 first round preferences for Geelong High. Our school continues to perform extremely well on all measures. While we know there is always room for improvement and thing we can do better there is much to be proud of at GHS.

At the start of next term there is very little staff movement. We welcome new to the school Mr Liam Green in food while Ms Manovski – Maddox is on maternity leave and we wish her the best with the new addition to her family. Also we welcome Mr Josh Matsubara in English and Ms Mediwaththe in Science and Maths.

School production tickets are on sale, and I know we are all looking forward to what will be an outstanding show. Please contact the front office if we can help with your purchase.

The full range of our new uniform is in PSW and I know there are many students wearing the new polo and tracksuit with excellent feedback. . I can assure all parents that students who are out of uniform are held to account. This may include a variety of measures. While there may be times you see a student with an incorrect jumper on, I can assure parents that these students have been dealt with, and appropriate action taken to enforce the uniform policy. We are uniform school, and we expect all students to be in correct uniform.

Over the holiday we will be undertaking some building works which will include landscaping, fencing and painting of number of classrooms. The toiler refurbishment will be starting shortly. I am focussed on ensuring our students are provided with a well-maintained learning environment.

During the last few weeks, it certainly has been busy with numerous events on. We have had Year 10 and 11 exams and the GAT for Unit 3 and 4 students has taken place. We also had the Model United Nations event with schools across Geelong attending Geelong High to be a part of this.

On behalf of all the staff I wish all families a safe and enjoyable break and looking forward to a successful Term 3 on Tuesday the 16^th of July.

Davin Reid

PATHWAY INFO EVENING FLYER 2025

ALL CURRENT YEAR 8,9 AND 10 FAMILIES SHOULD ATTEND

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• How to respond in a way that provides comfort and safety to a child

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Date: Tuesday 24th June

Time: 5:30pm – 7pm

Venue-Geelong High Atrium

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On Monday 28th of April, 138 year 7 students boarded buses for Alexandra Adventure Resort. There we had an amazing time watching students challenge themselves to be the best person they could be and complete activities outside of the comfort zone!! Our students met these challenges and we had an awesome time. Thank you to our wonderful year 7s who attended and all the hard working and fun staff that came along.

This year’s GHS Production Camp was yet another unforgettable highlight in our school calendar for students involved in the 2025 musical production. Returning to the beautiful Warra Gnan Coastal Camp, students and staff spent three days diving into rehearsals for our upcoming production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

Our cast worked tirelessly, showing dedication, creativity and teamwork as they continued to develop scenes, polish choreography, and refine their vocal numbers. A special mention to our incredible Year 12 students, who hosted a fantastic trivia and dress-up night—an evening full of laughter, incredible costumes, and a bit of friendly competition.

Congratulations to all students for their hard work and positive energy throughout the camp, we can’t wait to see the magic come alive on stage later this year!

Tickets on sale soon.

Tessa Kirk

Director

Last week, our VM crew headed down to Warrnambool for a camping adventure and to explore everything the local area has to offer. On the first day, the fog eventually lifted, just in time for students to witness the Twelve Apostles in all their glory.

That evening, students set up their own sleeping arrangements and prepared their own meals, rising to the challenge brilliantly.

The following day, they visited Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village, where they explored detailed replica buildings and met costumed interpreters showcasing life and work from the late 1800s. It was a hands-on experience that truly brought history to life. This was followed by a fun, yet competitive game of mini golf.

Throughout the trip, students showed incredible resilience, braving the cold nights with a great attitude and strong teamwork. They took responsibility for preparing and cleaning up after each breakfast and dinner, demonstrating cooperation, independence, and a fantastic group spirit.

All Year 9 students participated in the Careers Week with enthusiasm, vigor and a willingness to try new activities. Students embraced the activities offered by The Gordon and were able to try hands on learning activities in an array of industries, some of the activities included floristry, salon assist, child care, building, plumbing and electrical. All students also completed OHS units and Career exploration activities. Well done Year 9 students.

A date for your diary: 22nd July Pathways Information evening at GHS. Attend only the workshops that suit you, 5.30 – 7.30pm

Our recent School Cross Country was held on a warm Autumn day with hundreds of students running and walking the Botanical Gardens track. The school tug of war rope was also pulled out so students could have fun competing on the oval. (Photos - Joel and Cameron)

The Topic was "That we should hold company directors and CEO;'s criminally responsible for security breaches".

Both teams performed strongly, displaying their research and presentation skills. Geelong Grammar School did win the debate; however, the Adjudicator deemed it to be a close call with only a two-point difference between the teams. Lachlan Kearton, second speaker for Geelong High School, was announced as best speaker. Congratulations to Sandy Khun, Lachlan Kearton and Charlotte Nolan, for a fantastic job in representing Geelong High School.

On Wednesday the 7^th of May 25 year 7 to 10 students competed in the MAV enrichment games against Grovedale College. The students worked effectively in teams and developed strategies to work collaboratively to solve problems that were fun and challenging. All students worked extremely well and displayed an outstanding ability to work as a team as well as excellent Maths skills. Congratulations to all students involved.

Left: Winning team Paul Adeyemi, Anusha Kendre, Zhiqing Li and Hurley Vardy

Right: Second Place Thomas Hong, Arron Gardner, Douglas Giles

The Year 7 and 8 Accelerated Learning Program students made a great start this morning with Zoe from yLead. yLead are delivering a two hour leadership program for ALP students Lesson 1 and 2, will join our VCE students this afternoon and engage with the Be Bold Be Heard network girls group tomorrow. A great opportunity for all to reflect on leadership of self, how we lead others, what our values and beliefs are about the world and how we live by them in the choices we make.

This year has come along very quickly, and we would like to celebrate the fact Product Design & Technology spaces in T1 and T2 are being upgraded. When we started to remove some of the older style tools like the Woode Lathe Mr Reid thought it would be great to donate some of these tools instead of throwing them away. The first group that we have supported with these tools is the Mount Duneed Men’s Shed.

The modern Men’s Shed is an updated version of the shed in the backyard that has long been a part of Australian culture. Men’s Sheds are found in many cities and towns around Australia and continue to spring up internationally.

Not all Men’s Sheds are the same – if you looked inside, you might see a number of men making furniture, perhaps restoring bicycles for a local school, making Mynah bird traps, fixing lawn mowers or making a cubby house for Camp Quality to raffle. You might also see a few young men working with the older men obtaining new skills and learning something about life from the men with whom they work. You might see local elders making traditional weapons or designing arts and crafts. You will see teabags, coffee cups and a comfortable area where men can sit and talk. You will probably also see an area where men can learn to cook for themselves or how to contact their families by computer.

Geelong High School is very proud to donate our Wood Lathe to this Terrific Community Group. We hope in the future we can do the same for other community groups in our area.

On Wednesday the 14th GHS hosted a sitting of the Model United Nations. 50 of our students joined students from the region as delegates of 31 countries. The theme for the day was 'Enough is enough-ending violence against women and girls. 'After each country delivered an opening statement, there were moderated sessions in which students came together and debated the wording of various clauses. The day ended with agreement on a resolution and many new learnings. It was great to see students from different schools coming together and thinking about their allotted country's priorities. Thanks to Suzanne Cory High School, Grovedale College, Surfside College, Matthew Flinders Girls Secondary and Geelong Lutheran College for their involvement.

A group of our students proudly represented our school at the Be Bold Be Heard Leadership morning, hosted by yLead. Joined by students from secondary schools across Geelong, they explored what it means to be a young leader, how to “change the way, not the why,” and build strong networks with peers to drive meaningful and positive change in their communities. In the afternoon, the momentum continued with a staff professional development session focused on building the capacity of the educators who support and empower these young leaders in our schools. It was an inspiring and energising day for all involved, and a powerful reminder of the impact that purposeful leadership—by both students and staff—can have in shaping a brighter future.

Be Bold Be Heard term 2 update

The year 7's Media students Photography

Geelong High Schools Production Team are looking for a few items to support our 2025 musical production of A Midsummer Night's Dream.

If you could donate or lend any of the items, please reach out to our production director and producer Tessa Kirk via email: tessa.kirk@education.vic.gov.au

Fishing is prohibited at the Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure

Fishing is prohibited from the swimming enclosure at Eastern Beach, Geelong. This rule is in place to protect swimmers and ensure everyone can enjoy this boardwalk safely.

Why is fishing prohibited?
The City of Greater Geelong has banned fishing in this area due to several recent incidents, including a swimmer becoming tangled in fishing line. Patrols have increased and more signage has been installed to enforce this important safety measure.

Key Points:
• No Fishing is allowed on the wooden boardwalk swimming enclosure.
• Safety First: Hooks and lines pose serious risks to swimmers and pedestrians.

• Enforcement: Community Safety & Regulation officers are actively patrolling the area, who can impound fishing gear or issue infringements.

Want to fish?
Please use nearby designated areas like Limeburners Point Boat Ramp or other structures along the Geelong foreshore. These spots are safe, accessible, and better suited for fishing.

Let’s work together to keep Eastern Beach a safe, enjoyable place for everyone.

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The Sound of Us Concert Poster

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