International Women’s Day
Parent Teacher Conferences
Progress Reports
School Zone Speed Limits
Paul Dawson
Principal
Welcome to the College’s second newsletter for the 2025 school year! We hope you find it informative and that it provides insight into the wonderful activities happening at the College.
During my daily walks around the school, I see students actively engaged in their learning, making the most of their class time to deepen their understanding of the curriculum. They recognise how the skills and knowledge gained will help them navigate life beyond school.
Outside the classroom, the energy continues. At recess and lunch, students enjoy basketball, soccer, volleyball, down ball, and cricket games. The College has also recently added three new outdoor table tennis tables, which are already a daily favourite. Around the campus, outdoor tables encourage social interaction, and it’s heartening to see students connecting and engaging without their phones.
International Women’s Day Celebration, 8th of March
The 2025 theme is to “Accelerate Action” for gender equality.
According to data from the World Economic Forum, achieving full gender parity will take until 2158—roughly five generations from now.
This theme underscores the urgency of swift and decisive action to close the gender gap. It highlights the need to break down systemic barriers and biases that women continue to face in their personal and professional lives.
Accelerating progress toward gender equality is a responsibility shared by all genders. It is crucial that gender bias does not influence decisions, ensuring fairness and equal opportunities for everyone.
Men are vital in bridging the gender gap and must actively contribute to creating a more inclusive and equitable society.
Parent Teacher Conferences
We encourage all families and students to attend the parent-teacher conferences on Wednesday, April 2nd, to discuss student progress. This is a valuable opportunity to connect with staff, review achievements, and set goals for the remainder of the year.
These conferences provide a meaningful chance for parents to meet their children’s teachers and explore strategies for supporting their academic growth.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding your child’s progress, please contact their teacher or a member of the Student Management Team.
Progress Reports
The Assistant Principal has shared important information about the Progress Reports. We encourage all parents and guardians to review these reports with their children, as they offer a valuable opportunity to celebrate achievements, learning, and growth.
Progress Reports also help identify areas for improvement and allow for meaningful discussions on strategies to enhance learning. Regular feedback like this is essential in supporting students' continued academic development.
School Zone Speed Limits
With the new school year started, it is an opportune time for school communities to be reminded of the importance of road safety around schools.
School Speed Zones are enforced from the commencement of the school year and parents/carers are reminded to adhere to all VicRoads School Speed Zones rules.
Also, parents/guardians are reminded to take care and obey parking signs and observe the road rules when picking up or dropping off students around schools. The City of Greater Geelong Parking and Information Officers monitor all supervised school crossings on a regular roster and issue infringements to drivers who stop in unsafe areas, such as “No Stopping” zones, within 20 metres of a school crossing, parallel to a yellow edge line, or if double parked, even for a moment, to drop off or collect a student.
Queuing to enter a pickup/drop off zone can often lead to traffic congestion with vehicles being stationary in prohibited areas. Should the pickup/drop off zone be occupied with vehicles, to avoid the possibility of receiving an infringement it is advised to drive around the block and return when legal parking is available.
Statistics show that illegal parking around schools is greatly reduced due to an Officer’s presence and Council prefers to achieve these results though education and awareness.
Designated school speed zones: Specified times (8.00 - 9.30 am and 2.30 - 4.00 pm).
Further information in regard to VicRoads speed limits around schools can be found at: VicRoads School Speed Zones
Also, please note that the school car park is out of bounds for all parents/guardians. The car park is only for staff. It is imperative that parents DO NOT enter the carpark during pick up/drop off as they are placing students and staff at grave risk.
I wish to thank all parents/guardians who always adhere to all traffic rules re: school zones and also the school carpark rules. The safety of all children, staff and parents is paramount.
