11 April 2025

Coming events for Term 2 2025

From the Principal

Newsletter April 2025: Principal’s report

2025 has experienced a very settled start to the year. The Year 7s have adapted to high school quickly and the recent Year 7 welcome night was a great chance to connect with families even though it was initially delayed by the heat. It provided the opportunity for families to meet their child’s care teacher. We were impressed with the attendance of families.

Communication with care teachers and the school is critical in accessing support and solving problems. Your connection with your child’s care teacher is very important and one that we highly value. Most parents of Year 7 teachers will share the next 4 years of their child’s schooling communicating with the care teacher to support each other. It was lovely to hear from families of how positive their child felt about the start of their high school life.

The focus at present is on providing quality teaching and learning experiences. The work in our classroom underpins our 2 Site improvement goals.

Focus Area One: To foster self-efficacy through goal setting practises that promote ownership of their learning.

Focus Area Two: To foster student collaboration through “Learning Conversations”.

The focus on reading remains a priority and will be ongoing. Professional development and regular classroom observations will support the work we do.

Through Term 1, we have begun implementing a new Phonics intervention program from the Literacy Guarantee Unit (LGU), originally designed for primary schools but adapted for Year 7 and 8 students needing remedial support. Students will attend 2-3 weekly (20-minute sessions) led by SSO Mark Karvelis. Term 1 has focused on staff training with the LGU, student assessments, resource organisation, and analysis of NGRT and ORF data - to identify students for further testing and potential intervention. The plan is to have this Phonics program officially launch early Term 2.

During Weeks 7-9 of Term 1, the Literacy Team conducted further ORF testing on selected Year 7 and 8 students based on NGRT data, helping refine student support strategies and applicable support interventions. Once the data has all been collated, it will be shared with the applicable site staff.

Beyond phonics, the Literacy Team has been assisting in Year 7, 8, and 9P English and Literacy blocks, supporting small groups and reinforcing teacher instruction. Year 7 efforts have focused on Spelling through morphographs.

In terms of our numeracy journey 2025 is proving to be an exciting one. The focus on numeracy skills in Year 7 and 8 continues with 3 full time support staff testing and identifying students who require additional support. Additionally, we have appointed a numeracy Coordinator, Jamie Humphreys to lead our whole school focus on improving numeracy skills in all learning areas. The first cross-curriculum numeracy team meeting was held in week 6. During the meeting, we finalised our official numeracy definition for Salisbury high school, incorporating ideas from various learning areas. It was decided that this year’s staff development focus will be on understanding data manipulation and its influence in thoughts and decision-making.

Our SHS numeracy definition is the ability to understand, interpret, and apply mathematical concepts in everyday life, academic disciplines, and various professional and creative contexts. It involves working confidently with numbers, making estimations, recognising patterns, measuring accurately and solving problems using logical reasoning Numeracy extends beyond basic arithmetic to include data interpretation, spatial awareness, and quantitative decision-making. Like literacy, numeracy is a fundamental skills that empowers individuals to engage meaningfully with the world.

We want every student at SHS to be literate and numerate.

Another great Sports Day was held in week 6. Attendance and spirits were high despite the heat. This year we did not allow mobile phones to be used by students but instead provided 2 free photo booths for all the students to take endless photos. The booths proved to be a big hit and not having mobile phones saw students’ involvement on the day increase. We will continue with this initiative next year. The students loved it and showing the students we were supporting them was a great investment. It was great to see so many parents attend as well.

This event was followed by a large number of our students heading off to the Bridgestone Athletics complex to compete against other metropolitan schools in the A grade division. As always, our students were proud ambassadors for our school.

Student leadership at Salisbury High School has had an innovative and incredible start to the year, with over 120 students applying for roles in the Student Leadership Team (SLT), house captains, and the newly introduced school captain positions. House captains were elected by their peers and staff and have already shown strong leadership, especially on Sports Day. For the first time, Year 12 students had the opportunity to become school captains through a competitive selection process, with Imogen Mickel and Aleisha Tennison taking on the inaugural roles. The SLT has expanded, now including a representative from every care group, bringing the total to 60 students. Their first meeting was filled with enthusiasm, and they have already started planning initiatives, including designing the 2025 SLT jumper. With so many students stepping up, leadership at Salisbury High is stronger than ever, and staff are excited to see what this team will achieve throughout the year.

I am excited to share that the construction of our new COLA (covered outdoor learning area) has finally begun. It will go from this to something like this, in about 12 weeks. This will be followed by resurfacing of the courts. We will then have both sun and shade protection in the future.

Open Night

Week 8 saw an amazing turnout of parents and prospective students from Year 6 come and visit us for our annual Open Night. Families were treated to a sausage sizzle and a great performance by our talented band run by Mr Phillipson. We then talked to the groups about the options students have whilst at SHS and the wonderful connection teachers create with their students during these pivotal years. Tours were conducted to showcase our school with students as guides.

A massive thankyou to all involved in making this event a massive success and I look forward to welcoming these families back come Learner Profile Night and our two Transition Days in Term 4.

Positive education remains a cornerstone of our approach, with ongoing programs across all year levels. This will provide students with tools and strategies to think and act positively taking into consideration mindset, achievement, self-esteem, relationships, etc. We are entering Tier 3 of a 3-year pilot from our school focussing on positive behaviours for learning. The school won a $30,000 grant over 3 years to support this program.

This year we began the year with PBL mini lessons focussing on our school values and behaviours we want our students to have to ensure respectful and quality learning environments. We even had the Minister for Education, Blair Boyer come out and watch a lesson. These brief lessons were held in the first 5 weeks of the term and have helped create positive learning conditions in every classroom.

The Advertiser 25/2/25

Welcome to the new 2025 Governing Council representatives. We are in a fortunate position of having a full council which includes the following people:

Chairperson – Kimberley Watson
Deputy Chairperson – Jade Govas
Principal – Sylvia Groves (staff Ex Offico)
Secretary – Ann-Marie Hurley (staff Ex Offico)
Staff Representatives – Christine Cole, Eden Houghton, Julianne Welk - (Business Manager non–voting )
Community Representative – Cr David Hood
Parent Representatives – Billy Sansbury, George Govas, Adele Martin, Georgi Koikkalathu, Marie Bow, Natalie Cambareri, Rebecca Daniels, Rene Marsh, Jodie Kirkpatrick and Haja Koroma.
Student Representatives – Sophia Cambareri (non-voting), Kosta Govas (non-voting)

We are thankful to these members who give up two nights a term to attend a meeting. Your input into the decisions regarding Salisbury High School is appreciated.

Well-being Day was held on Friday the 4th of March. For almost a decade now, Salisbury High School has been organising an annual Wellbeing Day event. On this half day event, we promote mental health and wellbeing and connect wellbeing related services to our school community. Popular external agencies support our school with their participation. When students engage with these service providers they get an opportunity to establish positive community relationships and at the same time be aware of supports that are available beyond the school. And all this happens in a fun, non-confronting and engaging manner.

Along with the external service providers, this program was also hugely supported by our staff and students. As a part of Positive Education curriculum, Year 9 care classes spent weeks working on their Wellbeing Initiative projects. This was a project-based group task where students explored different elements of PERMA + and showcased their understanding through an initiative.

In addition, we enjoyed music and dance performances along with free multi-cultural food tasting. This is all prepared by staff, students along with their family’s support.

It is with great pride and excitement that we share the news that former student Isaiah Dudley (and older brother to current student Levi) has been selected for his AFL debut for Fremantle in the derby against West Coast Eagles. What an achievement to be able to fulfil his dream. We will be cheering him on in future games and wish him the best in his AFL career.

The Musical for 2025 is The Wizard of Oz. Auditions have been completed and the rehearsals are underway. The musical provides a special opportunity for so many of our students and is always a hit. If any parents would like to be involved, please contact Sarah MacAskill at the school.

Learning walks have started! The opportunity to visit classes and discuss the learning with students is a very positive experience. Through this process we are also aiming to increase student voice in the learning process. Line managers and leaders will be taking the lead with this and all staff should expect a visit before the end of the term. It is a great way to see the exceptional work that is occurring at our school. Thanks to all the staff who have already welcomed leaders into their classrooms.

As this term comes to a close, enjoy your family time and the much-needed break. Year 12 students will have access to the school and to some extra tuition during the holidays depending on teacher availability. Thanks in advance to those teachers who are giving up their holidays to support our students.

We're looking to featuring more of our Old Scholars in our newsletter and on our Wall of Fame. If you're in touch with any Old Scholars, please encourage them to reach out and share their experiences with us. They can contact Ann-Marie Hurley at 8182 0200 for further information or to make a contribution.

Sylvia Groves
Principal

Senior School News

Year 12 Update

Stage 2 Senior School Update: Important Reminders for Students and Families

It’s been a good start to Year 12, and we’re seeing positive improvements in attendance across the board. However, there are a few key points to keep in mind as we move forward to ensure success for everyone:

1. Improved Attendance: Many students have shown better lesson attendance so far, which is fantastic! Lesson attendance is crucial, as staff need to verify the work that students are submitting is their own work. Remember, 80% attendance is the principally the minimum requirement for all students to stay on track and get theory work verified.
2. Aim for High Attendance: If students are aiming for a good ATAR, they should be in class at least 90% of the time. For those wanting a great ATAR, aiming for 95% attendance is what is needed.
3. Punctuality is Key: The school day starts promptly at 8:40 AM. Being on time is essential, not only for academic success but also as a key habit for life. Arriving 20 minutes late is simply not acceptable.
4. Think Ahead for Next Year: Students should start thinking about their plans for next year. Simply aiming for a SACE is not a plan—time flies! Most students will have completed their work by Week 4 of Term 4, leaving only 23 weeks of school. Planning ahead is essential and time will fly!!!
5. Activating Identities and Futures (AIF): Students studying AIF need to push themselves to complete the required work to the highest standard. This is crucial, as students must pass with a C- or better in AIF to achieve SACE. The work must be submitted and resulted by the end of Semester 1.
6. Make the Most of Study Lines: Students should use their study lines effectively, focusing on key deadlines and ensuring drafts are submitted on time. Meeting deadlines is essential for staying on track.
7. Holiday Planning: Parents and carers, please avoid planning holidays or extended absences during the rest of Year 12. There will be plenty of time for holidays once everything is finished and the students have completed their work.

If you have any concerns or questions, please don’t hesitate to contact your child’s Care teacher or Senior School team to discuss anything further.  

Year 11 Update

As Term 1 comes to an end, I’d like to acknowledge some of the great work and commitment shown by many of our Stage 1 students. 40 Stage 1 students maintained an attendance rate above 95% for Term 1. Keep up the great work!    

As we move into the break, I want to remind Year 11 students to take time to rest and recharge. However, if your subject report grades are below a C, we encourage you to use your holidays wisely. Catch up on any work you’re behind in and reach out to your teachers, whether that’s uploading completed tasks or sending them a Daymap message to confirm improvements. Your teachers are here to support you and will appreciate being kept in the loop.

Looking ahead, Academic Recovery will continue in Term 2. This applies to students with failing grades in either Stage 1 or Stage 2 subjects. Those in Academic Recovery will be required to attend school every day, for full days, until all outstanding work is completed and confirmed by staff. This is part of our commitment to ensuring every student has an opportunity to be successful.

It’s also important to emphasise that all students should be achieving a C grade or higher in both English and Math. These core subjects are essential for future pathways and a requirement of Stage 1 SACE.

Lastly, a reminder that the senior school team will be reviewing AIF enrolments in Week 6 of Term 2. To be eligible to complete AIF in Semester 2, students must demonstrate a strong record of attendance and academic success in Semester 1. Students who do not meet these criteria will be scheduled to complete AIF in Semester 1 of 2026.  

As always, we’re here to support both students and families. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to the senior school team if you have questions or need assistance.

Wishing all students and families a safe and productive break.

VET News

We’ve had a fantastic start to the year, with many students consistently attending their VET courses and thoroughly enjoying their learning experiences. Looking ahead, the Year 10 cohort will begin their applications for 2026 VET courses next term. The process will kick off with the Career Expo in Week 2, where students will have the opportunity to attend an excursion, explore various industries, and engage with experts in those fields. In Week 3, we’ll be hosting the "Hear from the Trainer" sessions as part of National Career Week, offering students valuable insights into potential VET pathways. Year 10 students must sign up for these sessions via Senior Central.

As part of the application process for their VET courses, students will be required to submit reflections on their learning and provide evidence of their engagement in the industry. The "Hear from the Trainer" sessions are the first step in this process, followed by Industry Immersion excursions later in the term.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the VET course application process further, please feel free to reach out to me—I’m more than happy to assist.

A special thank you to all the families for your continued support in helping our students thrive in their studies. Your involvement truly makes a difference!

2025 SACE Merit Ceremony

The annual SACE Merit Ceremony celebrates the outstanding academic accomplishments of Year 12 students in South Australia. Hosted at Government House in Adelaide and overseen by the Governor of South Australia, this prestigious event has been an important tradition since 1989.

Originally scheduled for Wednesday, 12 February, the ceremony was postponed to 9 April due to the expected heatwave.

This year, four exceptional students were honoured with Merit Awards in a range of subjects:

• Rithisa Dahal – Governor’s Award (One of 33 recipients statewide), Research Project, Society and Culture, Nepali (Accepted offer for Radiology)
• Bayan Al Nassar – Society and Culture (Accepted offer for Optometry)
• Izabella Bekiri – Workplace Practices (Accepted offer for Nursing, specialising in Diabetics)
• Breanna Tredrea – Society and Culture (Accepted offer for Teaching)

These students were recognised for their commitment to academic excellence, alongside many other high-achieving peers from across the state. Teachers Jonathan Houghton and Eden Houghton were present to celebrate and support their students during this significant achievement.

The ceremony was recorded, and videos will be made available on the SACE website.

A heartfelt congratulations to all the Merit Award recipients on their well-deserved success!

Junior and Middle School

Junior School News (Year 7 & 8)

Week 8 saw an amazing turnout of Parents and prospective students from Year 6 come and visit us for our annual Open Night. Families were treated to a sausage sizzle and a great performance by our talented band run by Mr Phillipson. Mrs Groves and Mr Symons then talked to the groups about the options students have whilst at SHS and the wonderful connection teachers create with their students during these pivotal years. 

After this Emily and Ayden (two current Year 7's) talked through their first 8 weeks of high school giving many insights into starting life at a big school. Following this families were taken on tours of the site by our Student Leaderships Team members who walked them through our amazing spaces showcasing the learning that happens at our site. 

A massive thankyou to all involved in making this event a massive success and I look forward to welcoming these families back come Learner Profile Night and our two Transition Days in Term 4.

Middle School News (Year 9 & 10)

Term 1 has seen our students continue to support our PBL practices and we have seen a real positive change in school culture. Students will be making preparations for their Student Led Conferences (SLC) that will be held on Wednesday 9^th of April. Our SLC’s an ideal opportunity for our students to reflect on their learning and set goals for areas of improvement for Term 2. We ask that all parents/students make online bookings via the school website. 

Term 1 has seen our first group of Year 10’s complete the Youth Opportunities Personal Leadership Program. This Program is a 60-hour wellbeing and life skills training program that provides young people with the tools and skills to increase in confidence, self-worth, and motivation, helping them to build resilience and overcome adversity throughout their lives. The Youth Opportunity Graduation will be held on Tuesday the 8^th of March at 3:30pm in the library. It is an incredible celebration and we look forward to seeing our students, staff and families.

Year 9 and 10 will continue have a strong focus of Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) in their Personal Development (PD) sessions in Term 2. We will also begin Course Counselling for 2026 later in the term. Students will be working on this throughout the PD Program by exploring career choices they may be interested in and which subjects they can choose to assist in these pathways. Let’s finish the term positively and look forward to the holidays.

Uniform

A reminder that school uniform is compulsory at Salisbury High School. Our uniform provides an opportunity for students to express their pride in belonging to our school community. Wearing of the school uniform reinforces school pride, respect and positive relationships. The Uniform Policy is endorsed by the Salisbury High School Council and is formulated to comply with the regulations and guidelines set out by the Department for Education. The school believes that this is also the most effective way of deterring intruders and thus providing an additional standard of safety to students in the school yard. Students who attend school and are not in full school uniform will be asked to change into a spare, clean uniform at student services. Parents will be sent a text message when a child is out of uniform by their care class teacher.

Student Absences

A quick reminder to Parents/Caregivers to contact the school on the morning of your child’s absence or write a note if they are going to be signing in late or required to leave early. Phone 8182 0200 and press 1 for Student Services. Parents will be sent a text message at 9.30am each morning regarding student absences.

PBL

This term students were set the task of collecting as a whole school, 65,000 House points.

House points can be earnt in the following ways:

• Displaying positive behaviours that are in line with our PBL expectations
• Giving their best at all times
• Completing and submitting set tasks

This target was achieved in week 9 and all students present on Wednesday 28 March received a Zooper Dooper.

Currently year 7s lead the way in the year level with the most House points with 19,791

Florey lead the way as the house with most points!

Next term there will be a new whole school target.

There will also PBL incentives for Attendance and Academic.

STEM Update

World Maths Day 2025 – A Global Celebration of Numbers!

World Maths Day, hosted by Mathletics, is an exciting global event that has been inspiring students to engage with mathematics since 2007. Over the years, more than 10 million students from 160+ countries have taken part in this worldwide celebration of learning.

On March 26th, students had the opportunity to compete using their school Mathletics accounts. To earn points, they participated in live math challenges, facing off against other students from around the world, within their school or class, or against the computer. Each game lasted 60 seconds, testing both speed and accuracy—three incorrect answers, and the round was over!

A huge congratulations to Mr. Thomas’s Year 8 students, who achieved outstanding results in this year’s competition:

🏆 Class Rankings:                                                    
📌 93rd in the world
📌 5th in Australia

🌟 Individual Achievement:
🎖️ Dominic Spehar – 1st in our school, 4th in Australia, and 259th in the world!

Well done to all participants for their hard work and dedication. We look forward to seeing even more incredible results next year!

STEM Scholarships

Stem Scholarships for high school students under-represented in science and mathematics

Since 2018, around 500 STEM Scholarships have been awarded to students from public high schools in South Australia. Salisbury High School students has been awarded 59 of these, what an accomplishment!

Salisbury High School has had recipients in all rounds: 2018 Round 1 – 6 students, 2019 Round 2 – 7 students, 2020 Round 3 – 9 students, 2021 Round 4 – 5 students, 2022 Round 5 – 7 students, 2023 Round 6  - 7 students, 2024 Round 7 – 10 students and 2025 Round 8 – 8 students.

The STEM Scholarship Program was created by the Education Department to encourage underrepresented students from South Australian state schools to pursue STEM related career opportunities beyond school. Scholarship money can be used to cover the cost of tutors, laptops, textbooks, excursions or anything that directly supports the student to achieve in their chosen subjects.

These are our official photos from this years (2025) STEM Scholarship Induction Day!

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NASSA Science Olympiad

On Wednesday the 12^th of March,

Salisbury High School participated in the fourth NASSSA Science Olympiad at the Central Districts Football Club. Students worked in small groups answering 3 rounds of science questions and then had to complete a STEM Challenge.

A huge thank you and congratulations to all the students who participated, your outstanding conduct made us incredibly proud.

A special congratulations to our Year 12 students - Ali Qasimi, Sujjad Nawroazi, Hardus Stoop, and Mohamad Al Amary - who secured second place in the senior division.

Lastly, a heartfelt thank you to the teachers who supported and supervised our students: Mr. Blackmore, Mr. McLean, Mr. Karayilan, and Mrs. Groves. Your dedication is truly appreciated!

Numeracy Update

Happy Pi Day!

On Friday March 14th Salisbury High Celebrated Pi Day. Students were challenged to recite the first 6 digits of Pi (3.14159) to receive a free party pie. The student reciting the most digits was awarded Pi Day Champion and received a Family size Apple Pie. Congratulations to Jessie Whitehead and Matilda Coventry who were both able to recite 100 digits of Pi with Jessie taking out the top honours reciting more than 100 digits!
Want to know how they did it? They learnt this song:

What are the uses of Pi? Pi is used for solving problems involving the lengths of arcs or other curves, the areas of ellipses, sectors, and other curved surfaces, and the volumes of many solids.

Zoo Excursion

On Thursday 13th March Mrs Thorpe's Year 12 Scientific Studies class attended the Adelaide Zoo as part of their Inquiry Folio Investigation. Students designed an experiment to observe animal behaviour in captivity as well as the wild to make judgements on the effects of captivity on animal behaviour. The animals students chosen included otters, lemurs, tigers, siamangs, black and white colobus, dingos, giraffes and meerkats. Even on a hot day, students enjoyed a observing their animals and recording their behaviours with their individually designed ethograms. Once back at school students have been busy representing and analysing their data to inform their conclusions.

YASTSA

YASTSA Representatives for 2025 and Upcoming Events

We are proud to announce that four of our students — Ayden, Bella, Nayari, and Niah — are representing our school as part of the Young Aboriginal STEM Thinkers of South Australia (YASTSA) program. 

During their Roadshow Meeting with Kelly Duncan and Chloe Allen earlier this term, the students chose to explore the artistic and cultural significance of rock art and dot painting with ochre, investigating traditional Aboriginal storytelling and the science behind natural pigments. 

In Term 2, our YASTSA representatives will attend a camp at Wirraway Homestead, where they will take part in team-building activities, visit Adelaide University, and participate in a public speaking workshop to develop their confidence and leadership skills.

In Term 3, they will take the stage at the YASTSA Congress at Adelaide Oval, where they will speak in front of an assembly of 1,000 attendees, deliver workshops to visiting schools and host an industry professional with an Aboriginal STEM career. This is an incredible opportunity for our students to showcase their learning and inspire others. 

We also have the amazing Kyamma who is excited to be involved as a student leader this year, helping at congress to lead the assembly and guiding students from all YASTSA schools.

With the support of Anna De Conno, Jamie Humphrys, Kris Dyer and Rebecca Ludewig, we are excited to work with students on this journey and can’t wait to see all they achieve!

Year 7 Planetarium Excursion

Upon arrival, students were greeted by the planetarium's friendly staff, who introduced them to the wonders of space. The group was split into two, with one group going to the dome theatre where students were transported through a breathtaking visual journey across the solar system. The immersive experience allowed them to witness the beauty of stars, planets, and galaxies, and gain a deeper understanding of night and day, phases of the moon and our solar system in general. The theatre's advanced projection system created a 360-degree view of the night sky, allowing students to explore the planets of our solar system, distant galaxies and constellations, and the intricate dance of celestial bodies.

While half of the students were taken on a journey through space, the other half participated in a hands-on workshop using Soma Blocks, a creative tool that helped students understand complex spatial concepts such as fitting small objects into spaceships. Working in groups, students used their Soma Blocks to construct various models, understanding the work of Astronomers, Scientists and Researchers in finding the most efficient way to fit small objects into spaceships. Some students referred to this task as a game of Tetris, where only a certain piece could fit in a certain place. This activity encouraged teamwork and problem-solving, while also providing a tangible connection to the abstract concepts of space.

It was time for lunch, and students took this opportunity to explore the campus and ask questions about Space but also life as a Uni Student. It was great to see them think about their future and get excited about the many opportunities awaiting them. In the afternoon, the groups swapped their activities, giving everyone a chance to explore both the dome theatre and the hands- on workshop.

The excursion to the planetarium was educational and awe-inspiring, sparking curiosity and a deeper appreciation for the universe. Students left the planetarium with a newfound enthusiasm for science and astronomy, eager to learn more about the mysteries of space.

Athletics Day

Salisbury High School’s Athletics Day proved to be yet another highlight of our school calendar. The day took place on March 7, Week 6. The day was a warm one but overall, we were blessed with great weather and a remarkable final entrance from Mrs. Groves in a helicopter! Students and staff showed their support with their amazing costumes and through participation and the solid use of the free photo booths supplied by the school for students to use in lieu of their mobile phones, positivity and excitement within the range of events. Due to the warmer weather, Athletics Day concluded earlier than usual, which was greatly appreciated. However, this adjustment resulted in the cancellation of the staff versus students' competitions and relay this year. Cairns won the Spirit Cup but again Florey took out the overall winners, back to back! Thank you to all the staff and students who helped make the day possible!

Well done to the Age Group Winners!

Point’s tally and student year level winners!

A collection of photos taken on the day;

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Musical Update

Auditions for The Wizard of Oz

Excitement filled the school theatre over the past few weeks as students from years 7-12 took centre stage to audition for this year’s highly anticipated school musical, The Wizard of Oz. With talent, enthusiasm, and a lot of nerves, our young aspiring stars impressed the judges and secured their place in what promises to be an unforgettable production.

From sweet renditions of Over the Rainbow to impressive character portrayals, students demonstrated their hard work and dedication giving the teachers finalising the casting a tough job in selecting roles.

Many students are already buzzing with anticipation, eager to see how they will transform the stage into the magical Land of Oz. With rehearsals set to begin this week, students are ready to embark on this exciting journey and to make some theatre magic once again.

Stay tuned for updates as we follow our young performers on their path to opening night. Congratulations to all who auditioned—your courage and creativity have made us proud!

Mark your calendars—The Wizard of Oz hits the stage Week 8 of Term 3 (September 10^th & 12^th).

Food Technology

Food Technology Shines: Skills, Culinary Creations, and Open Night Success!

In the active world of our Food Technology classrooms, students have been cooking up a storm—and loving every minute of it! This term, our budding chefs have dived headfirst into mastering essential culinary skills and embracing cutting-edge technology, all while showcasing their passion at another triumphant Open Night.

From the sizzle of the pan to the whizz of the food processor, our students have been honing skills that go beyond the recipe book. They’ve tackled knife techniques with precision, whipped up sauces with flair, and perfected the art of presentation—turning simple ingredients into edible masterpieces. “I never knew I could chop an onion that fast!” one Year 9 student beamed, while another proudly declared, “My bread dough finally rose perfectly—it’s all about the kneading!” Their enthusiasm for developing these hands-on skills is infectious, lighting up the kitchen with every new challenge they conquer.

Technology has been their secret ingredient this year. Armed with tools like digital scales, sous-vide machines, and even recipe apps, students have explored how innovation elevates their culinary game. “Using the computer to tweak my recipe on the fly was so cool,” a Year 10 student shared. “It’s like being a pro chef!” Whether they’re programming a smart oven or analyzing nutritional data, they’re not just cooking—they’re creating with confidence and curiosity. It’s clear they adore blending tech with tradition, and the results are as delicious as they are impressive.

All this hard work simmered to a perfect finish at our recent Open Night, where the Food Technology team stole the show once again. Families and friends filled the room, greeted by the irresistible aroma of student-made treats. Parents raved about the skill on display, with one parent noting, “I couldn’t believe my daughter made that—it’s restaurant quality!” Students buzzed with pride as they shared their creations and explained their techniques, proving just how much they’ve grown. It was a night of celebration, connection, and, of course, fantastic food.

Our Food Technology program continues to be a recipe for success, blending skill-building, tech-savvy exploration, and pure joy. Here’s to our students, whose love for learning—and eating!—made this Open Night another unforgettable win. Watch this space for more tasty triumphs next term!

Workplace Practices Incursion

Year 12s in the subject Workplace Practices participated in a workshop, generously funded by the Smith Family, and run by Beacon. Held on Tuesday, Week 5 of Term 1, this full-day session provided valuable learning experiences for Year 12 Workplace Practices students, helping them meet their SACE course requirements.

Throughout the day, students developed essential employability skills, including resume writing, cover letter preparation, and interview techniques. They had the opportunity to engage in mock interviews with industry professionals, gaining real-world insights into the hiring process. Impressively, some students even made such a strong impression that they were encouraged to follow up with companies for potential work opportunities outside of school.

A big thank you to our guest speakers and industry representatives:

Kylie Cakau – Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation
Chris Blowes – Master Builders Australia
Ben Luks – Subnet
Carlos Gallardo – Department of Education SA
Charlene Klostermann, Marcus Reilly & Mohan Pukale – Schneider Electric

This workshop accounted for 20% of the SACE requirement for students completing Workplace Practices, providing them with structured support as they work toward their 50 hours of required work experience.

We look forward to the two-day workshop in Term 2, where students will continue developing their workplace skills. More details will be shared soon!

Literacy Update

EALD Update

Representing over 29 countries, Salisbury High School is proud to host 406 EALD (English as an Additional Language) students. This is over 35% of the schools population! To meet the needs of our community, our school has EALD staff that speak the following languages:

• Arabic
• Dari
• Hazaragi
• Nepali
• Spanish

Additionally, Interpreters are available for student led conference, suspension re-entry meetings and any other parent meetings. These can be requested via your child’s teacher or with the front office on 8182 0200. Alternatively, you can call the EALD phone on 0407 725 533.

EALD staff are here to support you and ensure your child’s success at school.
فريق العمل للغه الإنجليزية كلغة ثانيه (EALD) موجود لدعمك و ضمان نجاح طفلك في المدرسه. 
کارمندان EALD ایله اینجه که شما ره کمک که و موفقیت بچه‌تان ره در مکتب تضمین که.
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Harmony Week:

During week 8 (March 17-21), our school celebrated Harmony Week, recognising diversity and bringing people together from different backgrounds. This year’s theme was “Everyone Belongs”. To celebrate Harmony Week, the ARA (Australian Refugee Association) Youth Ambassadors organised a variety of activities to get the school involved.

On Monday, care classes in the middle years went through a presentation and discussed what groups they belonged in. The year 9s decorated paper feathers to make a Harmony Week mural. This will be displayed in the B building.

On Tuesday, student had the opportunity to have Henna applied on their hands. Henna is used in many cultures all over the world and fortunately, for SHS, we have some fantastic Henna artists!

To conclude the week, on Friday a soccer tournament was held during lunch. It was great to see students of all year levels play. Everyone was a winner!

Upcoming EALD events:

Refugee Week

15-21 June 2025

More details to come, watch this space…

Student Leadership

It has been a massive start to the year for student leadership at Salisbury High, with lots of exciting developments and a huge number of students stepping up to take on leadership roles.

At the beginning of the term, applications opened for the Student Leadership Team (SLT), House Captains, and for the first time ever, School Captains. The response was incredible, with over 120 students submitting applications for leadership roles. The selection process was competitive, with many students showing a strong commitment to the school and great leadership potential. House Captains were elected through a voting process that included both their peers and staff, and the successful candidates were announced at the Week 5 Middle School Assembly.

Since then, they’ve already had an opportunity to demonstrate their leadership in action, particularly on Athletics Day. On the lead-up to the event, they worked hard to encourage participation and build team spirit, and on the day itself, they stepped up to support their teams, ensuring everything ran smoothly and helping their teammates stay motivated. Our Senior House Captains, in particular, showed outstanding leadership and teamwork, and it was great to see them embracing their roles so well.

One of the biggest milestones this year was the introduction of School Captains, a brand-new leadership role at Salisbury High. To be chosen, Year 12 students first had to be elected as a Senior House Captain and then go through an interview process with a panel of staff. After a lot of careful consideration, we are excited to announce our first-ever School Captains – Imogen Mickel and Aliesha Tennison. Both of them have been dedicated leaders in our school community for several years, and we are really looking forward to seeing them take on this role and help shape the future of student leadership at Salisbury High.

The first SLT meeting took place last week, and it was fantastic to see so much energy and enthusiasm in the room. There were lots of great ideas shared, and it’s clear that this group is eager to make a real difference in the school community. One of the first projects they’ve already started working on is designing the 2025 SLT jumper, which they are really excited about.

Overall, the student leadership space at Salisbury High is bigger and better than ever before, with more students stepping up and getting involved. Miss Galanos and the rest of the staff are incredibly proud of how engaged and motivated the students are this year, and we can’t wait to see what they achieve in the months ahead.

English Update

Salisbury High School’s Book and Creative Writing club have another narrative to share. Our latest creative writing piece is titled ‘Death on Honey Lane’. Our story is a ‘Frankenstein’s Monster’ of our imaginations, each of us contributing to the story with a paragraph, and selecting the winning paragraphs through popular vote. Enjoy…

Death on Honey Lane
By Emma, Sophia, Lilly, Hayley, and Mikayla.

I was walking down the road in the rain, on my way home after a small night out. Even though I’m already cold because of the rain, I feel a frigid chill snake down my spine. I cautiously turn to see a ghostly figure, their face concealed by the shadow that makes up their body. I start walking faster - I can’t tell if it’s because I’m cold or if it’s because of this figure, but something tells me I shouldn’t be nearby any longer...

... the figure’s face grew into a maniacal smile as I turned back. My legs were basically screaming at me to break into a sprint, so I did. I ran and I ran through the night's rain, to find somewhere, anywhere, to keep me safe from this.. thing. The figure seemed to speed up as quickly as I did, the face of mania turning into a face of hunger. Fear overtakes the cold as I run as fast as my legs will allow.

There were no buildings on either side of the road, none that I could see. The only light available was from the street lights, and it’s not like they could do much... I had been running for what felt like ages now, and my legs began to tire. I felt the figure’s presence quickly creep up on me, their hunger and malice radiating from its body - if it had one. My heart began to race and my breaths became short and thin.

Was this the end? Was this really the end of my short, boring and unfulfilling life? As I’m kneeling on the wet ground in fear and some pain, the figure suddenly stops just at my feet. I slightly glance up, and through my hair I see that its face is gone. A silhouette again. A shadow. I see its body dissipate in front of my eyes and manage to pull my wet and tired body up off the ground, to find somewhere warm to stay on this cold, dark street.

If you’d like to come along to discuss all things Books and Writing, join us on Thursdays in the library!

Year 9, Poetry in Action

In Miss Donnon’s year 9 English class this term, students have been working through a Performing Poetry unit, with a focus on slam poetry. Over the last few weeks, they have completed various in-class activities to prepare them for their very own performance of a 3 stanza, 12 line, slam poem, exploring an advocacy topic of their choice. However, the highlight for the class was an incursion with Poetry in Action, an organisation that aims to bring poetry from ‘page to stage’. The incursion was a special performance of their show ‘Muse it or Lose it’, which explored themes around AI overtaking our creative minds. Students’ thoroughly enjoyed the performance and are feeling inspired and confident to perform in their very own, in-class, slam poetry competition in week 11!

Students with Disabilities update

Waste Management and Student Involvement

Our SU3 and SC4 students play a crucial role in sorting waste at our school. Proper sorting from the start is essential, as it greatly impacts the efficiency and value of their contributions to our community.

Waste Sorting Guidelines

Yellow Bins Outside M9:

• Purpose:Store 10c deposit items before recycling.
• Instructions:Do not place paper and cardboard here. Bins are marked for paperboard, PET bottles, and cans. Other bins may be full and awaiting processing.

Green Bins:

• Purpose:Collect organic waste.
• Contents:Fruit and veg waste, unwrapped sandwiches, paper wraps, bio-packs, paper towels, marked coffee cups, untreated timber.
• Outcome:Organic waste is transformed into compost, supporting agriculture and horticulture.

Yellow Bins:

• Purpose:Mixed recycling.
• Contents:Empty bottles, cans, PET containers, hard plastics, metal.
• Note:Mixed materials (paper and plastic) should go into the red bin.

Red Bins:

• Purpose:Last resort for non-recyclable items.
• Contents:Items that cannot be recycled, reused, or repurposed. These go to landfill or are used to create alternative fuel.

Our students recently showcased a large collection of 10c recycling items. Their dedication to processing these items for the recycling depot is commendable

By ensuring high-quality organic waste, we reduce the energy needed to convert FOGO (food organics and garden organics) into nutrient-rich compost, promoting healthy ecosystems.

Thank you for supporting our students and their efforts in maintaining an effective waste management system.

SWD Learning through Play

The M block has transformed into a vibrant space full of colour and happiness for the SWD students. Thanks to the recent purchase of new equipment, students now have more ways to enjoy their recess and lunch breaks.

Jody and a few students have been working together to set up the equipment, ensuring it’s accessible for everyone. The new additions include two large Connect 4 sets, mini trampolines, a climbing frame, a ball pit, a basketball game set, pickleball, and hopscotch.

Seeing the joy on their faces is truly heart-warming. One student shared how excited they were to be able to join in and jump on the trampoline since it’s enclosed. Moments like these are exactly what it’s all about.

Sports News

Athletics Day was followed by nearly 100 of our students travelling to Bridgestone to compete against other Northern and North Eastern schools in the A/B grade division. As always, our students were proud ambassadors for our school and showed tremendous spirit. The energy was electric, the effort was next level, and the determination on display was nothing short of inspiring! Salisbury won the Year 7 and 8 Boys divisions and additionally, one of our incredible athletes smashed the Year 8 boys 200m record—a record that had stood strong for 17 years! An absolutely jaw-dropping achievement!

Every single student brought their A-game, demonstrating positivity, teamwork, and incredible sportsmanship throughout the entire event. Whether competing or cheering from the sidelines, the Bridgestone spirit was on full display! A massive shout out to the amazing staff, Ms. Kasdalis, Mr. Woolford, Kym Sumner, Miss. Dobie and Mr. Thomas who supported the running of the day and an extra round of applause for our superstar student helpers on Javelin—you played a key role in making the event a huge success!

Salisbury, you should be proud—this was a day to remember! Well done, everyone!

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Statewide Year 9-10 Tennis Carnival

A huge congratulations to Marko and Mitchell for representing our school in the Statewide Tennis Competition! Both boys showcased their skills in singles and doubles matches, gaining valuable experience against top competition. It was a fantastic opportunity, and they are already looking forward to competing in the next tournament later this year. Well done, boys! Additionally, thank you to Adam Gourlay for taking the boys to compete on the day

Statewide Senior Girls Trial Match with Roma Mitchell (AFLW Sports Academy Class), Banksia Park & Salisbury East – Coached by Mr. Thomas & Miss. Kohn

On Thursday Week 9, we took 11 girls to Roma Mitchell Secondary College for some 9-a-side footy. These games were warm ups for our Knockout Team, which will be played on Thursday Week 4 next term. The girls displayed some exceptional footy skills. Although we lost the grand final, we played very well and we should take a lot of confidence into our Knockout games. All the girls should be extremely proud of themselves for how they played in such hot conditions.

Results
Game 1
SHS 8.1 (49) def. Roma Mitchell 2.3 (15)
Goal Kickers
Alana 2, Demi 2, Jyearah, Kiralee, Tegan, Niah

Game 2
SHS 4.5 (29) def. Salisbury East 4.3 (27)
Goal Kickers
Kiralee, Demi, Alana, Niah

Game 3
SHS 7.6 (48) def. Banksia Park 2.5 (17)
Goal Kickers
Alana 2, Jyearah 2, Niah, Kiralee, Ava

Semi Finals (1st Vs 4th)
SHS 4.4 (28) def. Salisbury East 0.3 (3)
Goal Kickers
Alana, Jade, Ava, Niah

Grand Final
SHS 2.3 (15) def by. Banksia Park 5.7 (37)
Goal Kickers
Jyearah, Jade

Sportsperson of the Term – Shykayla Raines - Softball

Shykayla Raines is making waves in the softball world as a standout player in the State U16 Softball Team. Playing as both an outfielder and catcher, she is also a key member of the Road Runners Club, where she continues to hone her skills. Shykayla competed in the State 3-Day Tournament in February, facing off against teams from across the country—including a boys' team. If her team secures victory, they will advance to the grand finals in Melbourne, a major milestone for her.

Her dedication to the sport is evident, training every weekend to stay at the top of her game. She was also recently selected for an elite sportsperson workshop focused on catching, further cementing her reputation as a future star. Having represented the state since 2020 in the U12s team,

Shykayla has consistently demonstrated her passion and commitment to the game. With dreams of playing for Australia in the Olympics, she is on an inspiring path to success.We wish Shykayla all the best in her upcoming tournaments —the entire school community is cheering you on!

Athlete Update – Tyler & Lachlan Bell – Athletics

Tyler & Lachlan Bell competed in the SMART SA State Athletics Championships and have both been selected to represent South Australia in the up and coming Australian Junior Athletic Championships which is held in Perth WA from Friday 4^th April until Tuesday 8^th April.

During the SMART SA State Athletics event they achieved some remarkable results

Tyler
100m Gold state champion
200m Gold state champion
400m Bronze medal

Lachlan
100m Gold state champion
200m Gold state champion
400m Gold state champion
Long Jump Gold state champion
Shot Put – Silver medal
Discus – Bronze medal.

Both boys demonstrate exceptional dedication and commitment to Athletics, consistently training at a high level. To support their upcoming trip, they have successfully secured a SAPSA Sports Excellence Scholarship, along with additional sponsorship from New Balance. Salisbury High extends its best wishes to them for their upcoming competition and look forward to following their progress throughout the competition.

School Sport & Lunch Time Sport

For updates, sport achievements and useful links, please look in the new “Extra-Curricular” tab on the school website. Students can access the sport calendar for each term and nominate for sports using the Forms link.

Students have the chance to participate in Lunch Time Sport in the Gym daily. The Lunchtime Sport program this term is provided the opportunity for students to participate in LKBA Basketball, Weights Room, Pipicella Futsal Cup, Year 7s Only, Netball, and Badminton.

SANFL Workshops – Sporting Schools Program

This term Year 7 & 8 students had the opportunity to engage in workshops conducted by the SANFL. These workshops were designed to help increase student’s participation in local sports by connecting them with community sport opportunities. These specialised clinics allowed students to learn fundamental skills and rules of Australian Rules Football in a games-based program.

UPCOMING - Basketball SA Free Female Clinic - Register your Interest with Mrs. De Pasquale

Salisbury High School female students have the opportunity to attend a free Basketball SA Clinic next term. The clinic is a collaborative approach to engage females in the sport of Basketball by increasing confidence, community spirit and leadership skills. The sessions will be run by specialised coaches and involve modified games and drills. Please register your interest with Mrs. De Pasquale, spots are limited! See below of photos from last year.

School Sport in Term 2

School Sport in Term 2 is an extremely busy term and will see many more sports being offered, continue to check Daymap and the Sports Board for upcoming carnivals.

The Carnivals are as follows:  

Week 1  

Monday - Year 9/10 Volleyball at The Lights, Lightsview   

Week 2 

Weekly Sport Netball Starts   

Week 3  

Tuesday – Year 7-8 Boys 9-a-Side Football & Year 7- 9 Girls Netball, Argana Park
Wednesday – Year 9-10 Boys 9-a-side Football & Year 10-12 Girls Netball, Argana Park
Friday - Year 11/12 Basketball at The Lights, Lightsview

Week 4

Year 10-12 Girls Statewide Australian Rules Football Competition
Year 9-10 Boys Statewide Australian Rules Football Competition
Year 11-12 Statewide Netball, TBC
Year 7-8 Statewide Netball, TBC

Week 5   

Wednesday – Year 7-12 Girls 9-a-Side Football & Year 7-12 Boys Netball, Argana Park 

Week 7  

Wednesday - Year 7-9 Boys Indoor Cricket, Modbury

Week 10

Monday - Ten Pin Bowling, Elizabeth
Tuesday - Rock Climbing, Holden Hill &
Thursday - Year 9-10 5-a-Side Soccer, Gepps Cross

Currently, Year 7 to 10 Girls and Year 7 to 9 Boys are being asked to nominate for Netball within the Weekly Sport program. Students who are selected will be notified via Daymap.

Clubs Update

The start of 2025 has seen Salisbury staff and students busy organising, facilitating and participating in extra-curricular clubs.

In Week 3, the school ran a “Come and Try” event where students were offered prizes and House Points for attending clubs each day. This saw an enormous number of students trying new clubs! There are currently 20 clubs available for students to engage in during lunchtimes throughout the week. The clubs offered provide students opportunities to participate in a range of activities including; Art, Board Games, Dungeons and Dragons, Boxing, Archery, Table tennis, Netball, STEM experiments, Meditation & Chill, Chess and many more.

Students who attend a club twice or more throughout the term will be issued a House Point for positive behaviour. To get involved, all students need to do is turn up. Times and locations of clubs and activities offered are posted on DayMap daily as well as displayed on the electronic boards throughout the school.

In addition to the clubs, students are able to use the newly established outdoor chess and table tennis tables at lunchtime, with bats, balls and chess sets available to be borrowed from the STEM Office.

The most popular clubs in term 1 have been; the LKBA Basketball, Chess Club, Dungeons and Dragons and the Lego Club. It has been great to see so many students actively participating in these extra-curricular clubs each week.

Chess Club

This term saw one of our clubs competing in the interschool Chess competition at Tyndale College. The students and Mr. Dalton competed against a variety of schools with one of our students finishing first overall. In the team event Salisbury finished second overall!! It was a great experience and the students are looking forward to competing again later in the year. Thank you to Mr. Dalton!

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This term saw one of our clubs competing in the interschool Chess competition at Tyndale College. The students and Mr. Dalton competed against a variety of schools with one of our students finishing first overall. In the team event Salisbury finished second overall!! It was a great experience and the students are looking forward to competing again later in the year. Thank you to Mr. Dalton!

Below: The team with Rence Castro trophy for the best player on the day with 6.5 wins from 7. Rory, Aram and Chase all finished commendably with 4 from 7 wins. Overall, we were second 18.5 to Endeavour college's 19.5

Netball Club

The Netball Club has been a tremendous success, with at least four different teams taking the court each week. Students have shown impressive skill, teamwork, and competitiveness, making for fast-paced and exciting matches. This strong participation and commitment are promising signs for the upcoming Netball Carnivals next term, where our teams will showcase their talents against other schools. Additionally, the Girls Statewide Competition is on the horizon, and with the level of dedication and growth displayed by our players, we are eager to see them take on the challenge.

Well done to all involved—keep up the fantastic work, and we look forward to seeing our teams in action next term!

Volleyball Club

The Volleyball Club has seen more students joining and refining their skills each week. With increased participation, our teams have been working hard to develop their technique, communication, and teamwork on the court. This dedication is building excitement as we prepare for the Year 9-10 Volleyball Carnival early next term. Players have been focusing on refining their skills, improving their game strategies, and strengthening their competitive edge in preparation for the event.

With the enthusiasm and commitment shown so far, the future looks bright for volleyball at our school. Best of luck to all players as they continue their training and get ready to represent us in the upcoming competition!

AFL Recognition

Congratulations to former student Isaiah Dudley who was selected for his debut in the AFL with Freemantle Football Club last Sunday. What an outstanding first game with Isaiah kicking 2 goals!

Outdoor Education

Stage 1 Outdoor Education Aquatics Camp at Port Noarlunga

Recently, our Stage 1 Outdoor Education students took part in a 3-day, 2-night aquatics camp at the Port Noarlunga Aquatics Centre. The camp was an exciting opportunity for students to challenge themselves, develop new skills, and build connections with their peers and the environment. Students had stunning weather on the Wednesday and Friday, however battled through windy and wet conditions on Thursday, showing great perseverance.

Throughout the camp, students participated in a variety of action-packed activities both in and out of the water. Surfing was a definite highlight, with many students catching their first wave and building water skills and confidence.

Snorkelling in the clear waters of the Port Noarlunga reef allowed students to explore the vibrant marine life and gain a greater appreciation for the local ecosystem.

Stand-up paddleboarding tested the students’ balance and coordination, while providing a relaxing yet engaging experience in the sheltered waters of the lower Onkaparinga River.

Beyond the activities, the camp fostered personal growth and resilience, as students embraced challenges and stepped out of their comfort zones. The experience not only strengthened their practical aquatics skills but also contributed to their understanding of safety, leadership, and environmental responsibility in outdoor settings. Students were also able to develop camp skills, through Trangia cooking, camp set-up and shelter creation

The students returned with plenty of memorable stories, new friendships, and a sense of accomplishment. A big thank you to the staff at the Port Noarlunga Aquatics Centre and our dedicated teachers for making this camp such a success!

Clontarf Update

Shadow Minister for Education Heidi Girolami visited the Clontarf team at Salisbury High School during week 9.

Terrence and Nathaniel did an outstanding job guiding Heidi through the space and showcasing the incredible work that the Clontarf team do at Salisbury High School working with the male Aboriginal Students.

Wellbeing Update

WELLBEING DAY 2025

On Friday, 4th April, Salisbury High School proudly hosted its annual Wellbeing Day. This event continues to grow in spirit and purpose each year. Consistent to previous years the focus of this event was on increasing accessibility to mental health services and nurturing positive connections within our community.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the generous service providers who took the time to be part of this meaningful day. It was a great pleasure to witness our students and staff actively engage with these organisations and learn more about the many facets of wellbeing. It was equally encouraging to see various agencies using the event as an opportunity to connect and collaborate amongst each other.

A special and sincere thank you goes to the Legal Services Commission, who facilitated not just one, but three insightful presentations tailored to our Year 8, 9, and 10 students on following topics:

• Year 8: Police and You
• Year 9: Rights and Responsibilities Online
• Year 10: Consent and Healthy Relationships

Your time, knowledge, and dedication to youth education and wellbeing are deeply appreciated.

We are also incredibly proud of our staff and students, whose contributions made the day so vibrant and memorable. Numerous student- and staff-led stalls featured a wide range of interactive activities and games. Likewise, a beautiful variety of cultural dishes prepared with love by our staff and students gave everyone the chance to enjoy flavours from around the world.

Students had a blast participating in physical activities such as Ninja Jump and rock climbing, thanks to the team at Jump Ride & Slide Company. One of the highlights of the day was the chance to interact with adorable baby animals, made possible by Old Macdonald’s Travelling Farm.

Lunchtime was made even more enjoyable with live music performed by our talented students, bringing great energy and a relaxed, positive vibe to the day. We’ve included some images from the day below, capturing the many smiles and special moments shared throughout the day.

Thank you once again to everyone who contributed to the success of Wellbeing Day 2025.

School Fees

Materials and Service Charges for 2025:

Thank you to the families who have paid school fees for 2025, or are paying them by instalment. However, some fees still remain unpaid, and this can have an impact on curriculum delivery and the learning environment such as: If you have not paid school fees or organised part payment for this year, please contact our Finance Office to make arrangements. School fees are compulsory and represent costs for materials and services that are provided for your child(ren) to undertake the fundamental elements of educational courses. Payment of M&S services is due by the end of Term 1, unless other payment arrangements have been made with our Finance Office.

There are a number of ways to pay school fees;

Payment Options:

• BPOINT
• Cash/Cheque/Money Order/EFTPOS
• Centrelink:(direct debit from Centrelink Payments)
• Cheque
• Credit Card via telephone
• Direct Debit
• School Card:If as parents/caregivers you believe that you are eligible for School Card in 2025 you must apply as soon as possible. Please note you must apply for School Card every year. Did you know that you can also apply online? 

Other forms are available from the school if your circumstances are different to those required for School Card eg: ‘Hardship’ or ‘Change of Circumstances’. If you are unsure please speak to one of our Finance Staff on 81820200.

FINANCE OFFICE OPENING HOURS

Monday to Friday for students to make payments:

Before school: 8:30am - 8:40am

During Recess: 10:30am – 10:50am (11:00am – 11:20am Wednesdays)

During Lunch: 12:30am – 1:10pm (1:00pm – 1:40pm Wednesdays)

Parents/Caregivers are welcome anytime between 8:30am and 3:30pm.

Canteen

Please see below the most updated Canteen Menu that has been provided by Rory’s Catering. Information at the end of the attachment will show you how to order your child’s canteen order online.

Community Notices

Saver Plus Information