Secondary News

Friday, 03 July 2026

Charlie & The Chocolate Factory Musical
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Avondale School's production of Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Over four unforgettable performances, our talented students brought Willy Wonka's world of pure imagination to life with incredible energy, creativity, and heart. From the iconic songs and colourful characters to the...
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Friday, 03 July 2026

Secondary Academic Achievement
Congratulations to Year 12 student Keeley D and Year 11 student Amaya B on successfully completing the University of Newcastle High Performing Students Program. Through this prestigious program, students have the opportunity to undertake university-level study while completing their HSC, gaining valuable firsthand experience of tertiary education and the opportunity...
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Friday, 26 June 2026

Year 10 Work Experience
Our Year 10 students spent last week gaining valuable real-world experience in a variety of workplaces, and the feedback from employers was outstanding! Students were praised for their positive attitudes, strong work ethic, enthusiasm, confidence, and willingness to learn. One student even secured a part-time job as a result of...
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Friday, 19 June 2026

Year 12 PROPEL Visit More Local Heroes
Our Year 12 PROPEL students have been learning about the everyday heroes making a difference in our community as part of their Local Heroes unit. This week, students visited Community Reach Australia and Cooranbong SES, gaining valuable insight into the impact these organisations have on those around them. Thank you...
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Friday, 19 June 2026

Year 12 Biology & Chemistry Excursion
Year 12 Biology and Chemistry students recently attended Experiment Festival at the University of Newcastle, where they participated in a range of hands-on activities linked to HSC content. A highlight of the day was the opportunity to artificially fertilise sea snail eggs using industry-standard laboratory equipment, providing students with valuable...
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Friday, 12 June 2026

Year 9 & 10 Music Performance
Our recent Elective Music Concert was a fantastic showcase of the talent, dedication, and creativity of our Year 9 and 10 Music students. Performing to a wonderfully supportive audience of family, friends, and staff, students presented the pieces they have been refining throughout the semester as part of their assessment....
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Friday, 12 June 2026

Year 9 Fusion Farm Excursion
Last Thursday, Year 9 Fusion class went to Purple Pear Farm in Maitland. We learned about how they operate, how they give back to the community, and how they grow their farm. The farm uses a CSA, which stands for Community Supported Agriculture. They grow food and crops, and people...
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Friday, 05 June 2026

New Artwork Celebrates Culture and Connection
As part of Reconciliation Week, Avondale School proudly unveiled new artworks created through a collaboration between students and Indigenous artist Saretta. The project brought together First Nations students and other students passionate about inclusion, belonging, and celebrating the diversity of our school community.Installed across both the Primary and Secondary Campuses,...
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Friday, 29 May 2026

Secondary Athletics Carnival
On Monday, despite initial concerns that rain would disrupt the annual Secondary Athletics Carnival held at Mingara Athletics Track, the weather remained clear throughout the day. As a result, we were able to successfully complete almost all scheduled track and field events. Throughout the carnival, several students achieved outstanding performances...
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