The start of this term has been a very busy one with many different activities and some outstanding learning opportunities. Students in Year 7 had a great 3 days on camp. I was fortunate enough to attend for a few days and while it was very cold in the morning we had some beautiful days. Can I thank all Year 7 parents for their support with the requirement for teaching staff to have time in lieu. This will reduce the overall impact on the school and classes for all students. This coming weekend we have our Production Camp on as rehearsals ramp up for Urine Town. Thanks to Ms. Kirk and all the staff involved.

A special mention to Mr. Bruce Hildebrand. Recently, Bruce was recognised at a function held in Melbourne by the Department of Education. Bruce has taught in schools for 50 years. This is an amazing achievement and something he should be very proud of. Congratulations Bruce on your contribution to education. Well done.

We have had our Cross Country over the last couple of weeks and thanks to Ms. Kinsey for organising all of the sports activities. Geelong High students were also winners at the Bellarine Athletics Carnival, with a number of students moving on to compete at the Western Metro Finals.

At the start of the Term we had our school Anzac Assembly and I thank all of the students for showing respect for those who have served and in particular our school Captains for leading us through this important recognition of our service men and women.

It has been a very busy term for our Year 10, 11, and 12 Outdoor Education students with a number of activities to the Grampians, Lorne, and Angahook National Park.

Thanks to Ms. Cameron , Ms. Gee, and the Senior school team for all of their work in organising all of the activities for the Year 9 Careers Week. Students visited a number of venues to look at their future pathways. Students had the opportunity to visit the Gordon and the opportunities that exist there

At our last school council, we approved our Pupil Free days for the rest of the year. To assist parents with planning out Pupil free days are Friday the 9^th of June, and Monday the 10^th of July this is the first term of Day 3, the 31^st of August where all staff will be looking at Assessment practices. The final Professional Practice Day is the 4th of December.

In 2024 there will be some changes to the operation of the High school. I thank all of the parents and students for their feedback. In 2024, secondary students will now have 5 x 60-minute lessons each day instead of the 6 sessions currently. In terms of curriculum offering, there is little change in Years 7 and 8 aside from more time allocated to Science. Students in Years 9 and 10 will still have many electives and choices they can make for their program. Students will have only 1 session for home group. I thank all of the staff regarding these changes and for their contribution. If parents do have questions please contact a member of the Principal team.

On a personal note last year in July I applied for 2 weeks Long Service leave which was approved. I will be on leave for the last two weeks of this term. During this time Mr Brown will be Acting Principal.