Secondary News

Thursday, 02 Apr 2026

Year 8 Anna Bay Camp
The Year 8 Anna Bay camp was everything we could have hoped for. The activities were fun and unforgettable. We hiked up Tomaree Head to enjoyed the breathtaking view of Port Stephens. We enjoyed the entertaining and fun games that Pr Betho hosted at the campground. We hired some bikes...
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Friday, 27 Mar 2026

Careers Connect
Our annual Careers Connect evening was held on Tuesday this week, bringing together students, parents, alumni and industry professionals for a vibrant and engaging event. The evening featured a broad range of institutions alongside guests representing a diverse range of careers, businesses, and industries. There was a wonderful sense of...
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Friday, 27 Mar 2026

Music Tour to Narromine
Last week the school’s Orchestra travelled out to Narromine, the school’s newest STORMCo community. They performed at Narromine Christian School and Church, as well as sharing with the local community youth event. This act of service was tremendously appreciated by those in attendance – even though they are not that...
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Friday, 27 Mar 2026

Year 12 Biology Investigate Genetic Engineering
Our HSC Biology students recently explored the fascinating world of genetic engineering through a bacterial transformation experiment. In this practical investigation, students inserted a gene originally from a jellyfish into bacteria, allowing the bacteria to express a glow-in-the-dark trait. This hands-on experience gave students valuable insight into how DNA can...
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Friday, 27 Mar 2026

Year 7 Gratitude Lunch
On Monday Year 7 students had the opportunity to serve their Y11 Peer Support leaders lunch. It was an amazing sight with the long line of tables and students all eating their haystacks (nachos). Some of the Year 7 students also wrote thank you notes to their Year 11 mentors....
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Friday, 27 Mar 2026

Year 9 & 10 Science & Engineering Challenge
Our Year 9 and 10 students recently had the exciting opportunity to participate in the Science and Engineering Challenge at the University of Newcastle. Throughout the day, students worked collaboratively to solve a range of engaging, hands-on challenges that tested their problem-solving, creativity and teamwork skills. Activities included bridge building,...
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Friday, 20 Mar 2026

Year 12 PROPEL Tasmania Trip
Year 12 PROPEL students recently returned from their field study trip to Tasmania. The field trip is the heart of their integrated unit EcoVantage: Tasmania, where students have the opportunity to participate in focusing on sustainable tourism, conservation and wellbeing. The excursion is designed to support students in developing professional...
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Friday, 20 Mar 2026

Year 9 Geography Excursion
Earlier this week, Year 9 students enjoyed a fantastic day of geographic fieldwork at Caves Beach, where they collected weather observations, created detailed field sketches, and explored the geomorphic processes responsible for the formation of the caves. With sunny skies and great conditions, students also had the opportunity to go...
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Friday, 20 Mar 2026

Year 12 Geography Excursion
Year 12 Geography students recently visited Morpeth and Newcastle as part of their studies on rural and urban places. These locations provided valuable real-world case studies to support their learning. With warm weather throughout the day, students also enjoyed a refreshing swim in Newcastle, followed by a relaxing dinner on...
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