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Education Future 2020 THE education sector has been an education in itself this year with coronavirus emptying every school in the country.
And with millions of schoolchildren being home schooled — albeit temporarily — the unprecedented challenges have also highlighted the schools that had the best systems in place, the most !exible staff and the most determination to ensure their students kept up. Coronavirus this year may have put an end to the traditional education week but many of those schools delivering education at the cutting edge have joined forces to present Education Future in the Riverine Herald. By embracing the technology that has kept our ‘home schoolers’ going,
it affords parents and students the opportunity to still ‘visit’ the schools they are considering. Schools where they can access scholarship opportunities, boarding options and assess the range of subjects and extra-curricular activities that are available to provide each student with a holistic approach to education, making them more rounded and better equipped citizens of the future. This can be done via virtual tours and online enrolments, courses and boarding choices. The schools participating in Education Future are schools which have been pioneering the future of their students for, in some cases, for more than 150 years. But others, newer, have had the advantage of their own assessment of the true needs of students circa 2020 and bring tailored programs
and facilities to the mix. The schools bringing you Education Future are St Catherine’s, St Joseph’s College Echuca, Bendigo TAFE Echuca, Assumption College, Scotch College, River City Christian College, Echuca College, Moama Public School, St Mary’s Primary School, Moama Anglican Grammar, Presbyterian Ladies College, St Patrick’s Primary School Tongala, Echuca East Primary School, Echuca Twin Rivers School, 208 Echuca Primary School and Echuca Specialist School. Each one of these institutions has an established reputation; many of them as independent schools but there are also the standout government schools providing a low-cost local option and the versatility to give every student the chance to excel and become the best they can be.
Even as Education Future is launched, Canberra and our State Governments are winding back the restrictions we have all been living with and across the twin towns and region students are beginning to go back to mainstream education in increasingly larger numbers. Provided this national — and international — easing of lockdowns succeeds schools, students and families will be able to resume something of a more routine life. But routine does not alter the fact that decisions parents and students make this year about which school, or schools, they are considering will have a much longer-term impact on their future. That is the essence of this feature, education is our future and the young students of today — your children — will need that education to better create their own futures.
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St Catherine’s Boarders shine during online learning transition When it comes to education and learning, the current COVID-19 pandemic has challenged schools across the globe. St Catherine’s School in Toorak, Melbourne is no different. During this unprecedented time, the spirit of the School Community, its strength in diversity, and extensive planning has allowed the School to navigate relatively smoothly to their Learn@Home Program. Well supported by ICT staff, teachers undertook immense training to maximise the use of Microsoft Teams, and other portals placing students’ learning and wellbeing as the priority. “In my thirty years of working in education, and presented with no other alternative, I have never seen such dedication, commitment and willingness than from the St Catherine’s staff as they prepared for teaching in a new landscape,” says School Principal, Mrs Michelle Carroll. Stumbling blocks were minimised prior to the start of Term 2 as a result of forward planning. “The school has, over the last few years, invested heavily in developing online platforms that support delivery of the teaching and learning program. Teachers and students are displaying great creativity to ensure our highquality lessons are not compromised,” declares Mr Robert Marshall Deputy
Principal, Teaching and Learning. Sarah and Annabelle Green, sisters from Albury, have been boarding at Illawara, the School’s Boarding House since 2018. Their smooth transition to online learning has been combined with missing their friends. “The transition to online learning has been quite simple. The school had been prepping us with online learning weeks prior to isolation,” says Annabelle, Year 10. Sarah, completing Year 12 agrees. “I have found the transition to online learning very smooth. Microsoft teams was working efficiently so there weren’t that many problems when we started the term from home.” “The School is mindful of reducing screen time as much as possible. We have created a ‘no classes’ on Wednesday afternoons. Our senior girls take over and organise a range of wellbeing activities,” says Mr Marshall. “My friends and I have been adapting through online group chats and the School has implemented House activities that allow us to work together for a fun task,” says Annabelle. The School prides its self with being a caring School which caters to the individual emphasises Mr Marshall. “Our girls have shown
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Sarah Green maturity, independence and a spirit of can do, embracing learning online with enthusiasm. Teachers are commenting that the Learn@Home process enables greater differentiation in the classroom.” Boarding at St Catherine’s is about developing independence, resilience and the confidence to try different things. Navigating COVID-19 has
certainly challenged our Boarders to do just that. Prospective students and families are invited to visit www.stcatherines.net.au for virtual tours of the School and Boarding House. To find out more please contact Registrar Ms Jeanette Boehm on (03) 9828 3917 or email admissions@stcatherines.net.au
Life at St Catherine’s “Boarding has given me the confidence to participate fully in life at St Catherine’s, building lasting friendships along the way” PENELOPE DRUMMOND, ST CATHERINE’S BOARDER
Online Open Morning Thursday 4 June 10.00am
Register online at www.stcatherines.net.au/admissions
ST CATHERINE’S SCHOOL A Day and Boarding School for Girls, ELC to Year 12 (ELC includes boys)
17 Heyington Place Toorak VIC 3142 T: (03) 9822 1285 | E: admissions@stcatherines.net.au www. stcatherines.net.au
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Education Week
St. Joseph’s College Echuca looks to the future Brigidine Catholic Education at St. Joseph’s College continues to go from strength to strength, with students and sta bene!ting from the genuinely contemporary and challenging programs available. Catholic education has a rich tradition of educating the whole person: intellectually, spiritually, physically, and emotionally and an innovative and carefully planned curriculum is central to achieving this. At St. Joseph’s College the curriculum is designed to provide every student with opportunities that will help them discover their strengths, master new skills, and build strong self-esteem, con!dence and creativity. Specialised programs develop the capabilities that underpin "exible and analytical thinking and a capacity to work with others. Each student participates in a variety of courses and activities that are integral parts of our rich Catholic Brigidine tradition such as Religious Education classes, Social Justice activities, an ethics course at Year 12, prayer, liturgy and the study of scripture. Another key to student success is the strong tradition of working closely with families. St. Joseph’s College utilises the Parent Access Module (PAM) software, which gives parents real-time online access to their
child’s academic progress. PAM makes this relationship even closer and more successful. Everything from upcoming work, homework and assignments, to current results and even attendance is available to parents at the click of a button. The strength of this has been well and truly proven this term as our learning community responded in an outstandingly positive and resilient way to the sudden change to "exible and remote learning caused by the COVID — 19 crisis. Sta , students and parents made an amazing paradigm shift in a very short time frame, no doubt helped by their prior experience with systems such as PAM and the College Intranet SIMON. While St. Joseph’s College has over 900 students, there is a real sense of community. The vertical House structure gives students a place in a small community within the larger College community. Learning Mentors and House Leaders are constants in a student’s life during their time at the College. “Families choose St. Joseph’s College because they know we have the values based systems in place to care for their son or daughter, and educate them well in a community that is grounded in over 130 years of Brigidine Catholic tradition … a tradition that we are committed to continuing and enhancing!”
Assume Responsibility, Seek Unity, Restore Reason
Challenging students to be creative and critical thinkers who act with strength and kindliness in the Gospel tradition.
St. Joseph’s College has been serving the families of the Echuca-Moama region for over 130 years. We are a modern, gospel values based family-centred place of learning where: • Students acquire lifelong learning skills • There is an excellent Pastoral care program • A strong non-bullying culture exists • Each student has their own Apple Laptop • Students participate in a wide range of sports and extra-curricular activities • Our low ‘all inclusive’ annual fee gives families !nancial con!dence • Limited spaces at some year levels available for 2020
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SUPPORTING STUDENTS TO SUCCEED Are you looking to reskill, upskill or start studying something you love? Bendigo TAFE’s Echuca campus offers a broad range of courses you can study locally with supported online, remote and practical training. Combined with our passionate teachers, strong community and industry partnerships, we are beside you every step of the way. Offering additional support from our Reconnect team and Indigenous Engagement and Capacity Building Officers to ensure you are bound to succeed.
Strong Community Partnerships Tegan Hartshorn is the Community Partnerships Co-ordinator at the campus and is passionate about delivering vocational training to all students. One of the things that Tegan loves most about the campus is its connection to local community. ‘It’s so great being able to help people to get the skills they need to work and give back to our local community.’ ‘We get a variety of students from young people reengaging back into education through our VCAL program, people starting their apprenticeship in Commercial Cookery as well as people kicking off their career in Early Childhood or Ageing Home Community. We regularly see students coming to us for a complete career change. It’s so rewarding watching
all of these people achieving their learning goals, whatever they may be.”
Passionate Teachers Our highly qualified educators like Matt Rolfe and Heather Jeffreys, bring a wealth of knowledge and commitment to seeing their students succeed. Helping students gain better outcomes is the real driver in why Matt loves teaching Learning Support and Preparation for Study. Matt’s passion for students being given the opportunity to develop their confidence and succeed in life, clearly shows. ‘They might be older people who haven’t been at school in a long time, or early school leavers who need help with their literacy and numeracy skills. I love seeing them slowly developing more confidence, and making friends.’
‘We work with local services including Reconnect and the Skills and Jobs Centre to support our students to take the next step to find meaningful work that they love’. Echuca local, Heather has been teaching VCAL at the campus since 2009. ‘Every year the students who come into our VCAL classes are very different. They are wonderful students who have struggled in the school system, then come across to our VCAL program and have just thrived. The parents are amazed and the students love it.’ ‘Our small class sizes mean that our students get the help that they need. We can see if a student is having a bit of trouble, and we can go and offer help. Then they get used to asking for help, and develop their confidence to ask us for help.’
Reconnect Program ‘Reconnect is a fantastic free service that can provide personalised support and course related financial assistance to people who haven’t completed Year 12 or equivalent. It really is brilliant’ says Farran Priest, a Reconnect Case Manager. ‘During my time as the Echuca Reconnect Case Manager, I have seen some great outcomes. These have included seeing long term disengaged clients completing courses and at times even moving on to work.’ ‘The Reconnect service really works with your own strengths and individual learning goals to help you successfully return to education and training. It is a completely personalised service and I encourage anyone who thinks they may need our support to be in touch.’ For more information call 1300 976 977 or visit bendigotafe.edu.au/Echuca
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ASSUMPTION COLLEGE KILMORE
Family spirit central to boarding at Assumption
for students entering year 10 or 11. Applications available on College website.
With three purpose-built houses, two for boys and one for girls, and 72 students making the boarding houses home, the ABS program is the perfect way for highly motivated students to immerse themselves in the boarding life of the college and benefit from the daily homework and study sessions supervised by staff and teachers. Beyond the rigorous study regimen, there are plenty of activities to ensure our boarders enjoy a happy and balanced life: regular outings and social events, cocurricular sporting and cultural activities, and themed dinners to name a few. For more information about the scholarship program, our school, or general boarding information, please visit our website (www.assumption.vic.edu.au) or contact Mr Bernard Jephson via email at registrar@assumption.vic.edu.au
BOARDING Enquire Now! Vacancies are available in Years 7-12 for 2021
To discuss what Assumption College can offer your family please contact Bernie Jephson via email: registrar@assumption.vic.edu.au
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Assumption College enrolled its !rst boarding student in 1901. Since then, it has developed a unique boarding program committed to providing Catholic families living in remote and regional areas with an affordable and high quality opportunity for their children. Family spirit is a hallmark of Marist education and is truly evident in our coeducational boarding community. Living in a boarding community instils a strong bond amongst boarders. Each of the three houses is staffed by a resident head of house and an assistant who look after the pastoral needs of students. Unlike many other boarding schools, each house accommodates students from years 7 to 12, modelling the family spirit of which the Assumption College community is so proud, with boarders offered the chance to flourish in such a welcoming environment. An extension of the commitment to remote and regional families, and in addition to the traditional seven-day boarding program, Assumption College also offers a five-day academic boarding program for families eager to provide their son or daughter with an enhanced learning opportunity. The Academic Boarding Scholarship (ABS) program offers students the chance to board at the school five days a week, allowing them to take advantage of the additional tutoring and study support available to college boarders which can be tailored to the specific needs of each student.
BOARDING SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
Assumption College Kilmore A Catholic Coeducational 7 to 12 Day and Boarding School in the Marist Tradition
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SCOTCH COLLEGE MELBOURNE
Located in the heart of suburban Melbourne Boarding at Scotch provides boys with access to the school’s outstanding facilities, in the one 27-hectare location. In addition to the five main ovals, two multipurpose playing fields (including 26 tennis courts), indoor swimming pool and gymnasium, rowing facilities, there is the state of art James Forbes Academy for music and drama, the world class Sir Zelman Cowen Centre for Science and the Spencer Centre for Design and Technology and the newly completed Keon Cohen Hall.
Boarding at Scotch College Laying the foundations for their future Boarders at Scotch enjoy high quality accommodation in a caring ‘homely’ environment. Within the College’s extensive 27 hectare grounds, rural boys participate in an unequalled range of activities including music, drama, outdoor programs and more than 20 different sports. Based upon Christian principles, Scotch College has a proud tradition of academic excellence, excellence, an an extensive extensive sporting sporting and and co-curricular co-curricular program program and and ou ou standing standing facilities facilities in in a a convenient convenient location. location. For school school tours tours please, please, contact contact Admissions: Admissions: Phone Phone 1800 1800 622 622 912 912 For
www.scotch.vic.edu.au Scotch College 1 Morrison Street, Hawthorn VIC 3122 Phone 03 9810 4203 / Fax: 03 9810 4333 Email admissions@scotch.vic.edu.au
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Founded in 1851, Scotch College has been educating boys for 169 years. Located in the heart of suburban Melbourne, our beautiful single campus, spanning 27 hectares is "anked by the Yarra River. Scotch is af!liated with the Presbyterian Church of Victoria, and Christian teachings underpin all that we do. Scotch is home to 160 boarders, from Year 7 to 12. Boys reside in one of three boarding houses and in this environment they learn to share their lives with others from a wide range of backgrounds.
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RIVER CITY CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
Wisdom, Integrity, Compassion River City Christian College has been faithfully partnering with parents and serving Echuca, Moama, plus the surrounding area, for almost 40 years. From Prep to Year 10, our students are part of a Christ-focused learning community. More than just increasing our students’ knowledge and skills, we seek to encourage their growth in Wisdom, Integrity and Compassion through the strength that God provides. River City Christian College aims to nurture young people toward being lifelong learners who are active contributors in their community. We want them to be creative and reflective thinkers who are conscious and confident of who they are in their relationship with our creator God. We want them to gain experience in leadership and to explore all their potential gifts and talents as they become equipped to serve the local
community, our nation and the world. Delivering the Victorian Curriculum from a Christian perspective, our faithful team of well qualified teachers and support staff seek to encourage each student in achieving their best academically, socially, physically, and in their own following of Christ. We have been blessed with a wonderfully equipped physical school site, which we continue to develop as we also seek to develop the positive atmosphere of welcome, care and respect that we experience in this place. I invite you to visit or contact us to further explore how we may be able to support the nurture and education of the young people you care for. For more information or to make an appointment, please call 03 5482 4594 or email reception@rccc.vic.edu.au – Peter Nelson, Principal
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OPEN & READY WHEN YOU ARE School Days from 9.00am to 5.00pm A faithful Prep to Year 10 school in Echuca for almost 40 years, with bus arrangements for students from surrounding areas.
We welcome you to check out our website, give us a call and arrange a suitable time to visit with us. 29 Rose St Echuca, Vic 3564 P: (03) 5482 4594 E: reception@rccc.vic.edu.au www.rccc.vic.edu.au Enrolments are welcome now for Prep to Year 10.
River City Christian College ECHUCA COLLEGE
2021
Enrolments Now Open
Echuca College PRIDE on display At Echuca College students are our priority. Every decision we make has a student focus which leads to better outcomes for all students. Echuca College has a rich tradition of academic excellence, innovative teaching and learning, a strong co-curricular program and outstanding facilities which are second to none. Our core values of Progressive, Respect, Inclusive, Dedicated and Excellence are lived in our actions every day. We run programs to promote the development of positive relationships between all members of the college community. Strong partnerships with the broader community also enable us to utilise the vast range of opportunities Echuca can offer to our students. Echuca College is a learning organisation for both students and adults. We organise learning according to developmental needs, and provide learning experiences,
wellbeing, a positive set of values and attitudes, and outstanding opportunities and experiences. On leaving school, our young people are equipped for the challenges of the 21st century, and have enjoyed their time with us. In these challenging times, the Echuca College community has rallied around its students to continue to provide an outstanding level of learning and wellbeing support, which meets the needs of individual students. Our staff are committed to continuous growth in themselves and the students in their care. We hope you will also take the opportunity to enjoy our learning community, and share with us as we continue to prepare students for lifelong learning. ‘Diversity our Strength’. Further information about enrolling at the college can be found on our website: www.echucacollege.vic.edu.au or by contact us on 5482 1133.
Our Discovery Night for 2020 has been postponed. For more information on enrolments please contact the office on 5482 1133 or visit our website www.echucacollege.vic.edu.au.
20-50 Butcher Street, Echuca, VIC 3564 03 5482 1133 www.echucacollege.vic.edu.au
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“At Moama Public School,
Every Student Matters! Every Moment Counts!” Mo Moama oam ma Public P blic School School provides pro idess quality q alit education ed cation in a modern mod dern learning learnin ng environment en iron nmentt and d promotes prom motes active actti e and responsible responsiible citizenship. The school has classes from Preschool to Year 6 with a Preschool Centre operating on site Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. MOAMA PUBLIC SCHOOL OFFERS: • Meaningful and engaging learning experiences • Success for students in academic endeavours • Outstanding sporting, cultural and technological opportunities • A supportive and welcoming school community Moama Public School wishes to extend a huge thank you to our school community for their support and work throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. The co-operation and communication from all parents and/or carers has been fantastic. Thank you to each and every member of our extended community. “Every Student Matters! Every Moment Counts!” Moama Public School provides quality education in a modern learning environment and promotes active and responsible citizenship. The school has classes from Preschool to Year 6 with a 4 year old preschool operating on site Monday, Tuesday
and Wednesday. The accredited Preschool program is centred on a play based curriculum and the Being, Belonging, Becoming philosophy. Moama Public School students are introduced to the concept of questioning from preschool, which provides students with the tools to think more deeply about the information presented. Moama Public School focuses on working with the community to teach students in a way that creates ethical citizens who can be productive members of society. Literacy and Numeracy are the building blocks of learning and the most effective way for students to improve is through quality teaching at a student’s individual level. All teachers teach both Writing and Reading in an explicit manner using the Workshop model. The school has implemented uninterrupted learning time each morning to assist with this. Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) is taught throughout the school to reinforce our school values of Respect, Responsibility and Achievement. Moama Public School teachers work hard to improve
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student outcomes by providing quality instruction for all students. Teachers are constantly updating their skills through professional development within the NSW Department of Education. Increasingly, technology is seen as a way to connect to a global audience. It is essential students are provided with support to make sure they have the ability to use information sourced from the internet in a productive way. All students have technology lessons in the fully equipped computer room and cyber safety is a key component of these lessons.
SCHOOL TOURS Please contact the school office at any time to arrange a meeting with the principal and a personal tour of our wonderful facilities. Principal: Scott McKenzie For further information please phone Moama Public School Ph: 5482 1564 Simms Street, Moama, NSW, 2731
Simms Street, Moama. P: 03 5482 1564 E: moama-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au W: www.moama-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
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A faith community, learning together, spreading the Good News of Jesus through positive relationships, trust and love.
A C U H C E S ’ Y R A M . ST At St. Mary’s, we know that children develop a love of learning when they are nurtured and supported to truly engage in their education. We come together as a community valuing the uniqueness, gifts and personalities of all individuals. We encourage and promote respectful relationships between staff, students and parents. Our school is full of individuals who are respected as being just that; unique young people with their own strengths, gifts and personalities, and we acknowledge that each child will have their own learning style. We facilitate learning for every student with contemporary resources and teachers who are passionate educators. With exceptional staff leading our co-curricular programs and constantly investing in learning and technology, we know that what we offer here at St Mary’s is a diverse community who have the tools and resources to teach with confidence and support.
We cultivate parent engagement and involvement through our online parent portal, our volunteer program and offer abundant opportunities to connect with other families socially and spiritually; we believe our school community is one of our greatest assets. We value the celebrations, prayer and tradition of the Catholic faith; in it we find foundation for the academic, social, emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing of our students and teachers. We believe our success is not only measured by the evaluation and goal setting mechanisms we follow, but also by the quality of our graduates. We have immense pride in our students, and we know that they genuinely do exhibit what we identify as our school vision words; courage, strength, include, serve, celebrate and achieve. We know that by nurturing our foundation students we are shaping the future leaders of our school, and beyond! St Mary’s is proud to have forged strong
A special place to be
links as a feeder school to St Joseph’s College. St Mary’s is a safe place for children and we truly believe that All Students have a Right to Feel Safe and Be Safe All the Time. We encourage you to know more about our school by visiting our website. In particular, the Virtual Tour gives you an appreciation of the facilities here. We are available to answer any questions you may have, to assist you in your decision making.
“I love St. Mary’s because everyone is welcoming which makes me feel nice and comfortable. Especially the teachers, when they say good morning at the gate every day or when I am in class and they answer questions that I have. We always show the 6 vision words Respect, Courage, Inclusive, Achieve, Serve and Celebrate. St. Mary’s is my special place.” (Year 4 Student, Charvitha)
School Virtual Tour is available via our website.
For more information please contact our office on (03) 5482 1342 or go to ‘Enrolment Tab’ on our website www.smechuca.catholic.edu.au or email info@smechuca.catholic.edu.au
St Mary’s Primary School, Echuca Principal Brendan Atley | 15–33 Bridlington Ave, Echuca, VIC 3564 PH: 5482 1342 | info@smechuca.catholic.edu.au
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Discover Our Di erence Moama Anglican Grammar was founded in 2005 to o er families of the Moama/Echuca area the option of an Independent School. Since its foundation, the school has developed into a centre of excellence in learning, where each student is encouraged and supported to reach their potential. We are a unique school as we offer education to children from Kindergarten (5 years) to Year 12 on a single campus in Moama. Our campus is an extensive and beautiful environment that offers students access to specialist facilities and plenty of space to play and enjoy themselves. Our early primary students !ourish in small classes where the focus for learning is establishing literacy and numeracy skills that are vital for all children. The curriculum offered throughout primary is about the development of the whole child and includes creative subjects of Art and Music, Italian, Physical Development and sport for all children. At particular stages of Primary there are also special programs such as the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden in years 3 and 4 and specialist Science and Technology in years 5 and 6. At the Senior Secondary end of schooling we work with the NSW Higher School Certi"cate which is a highly recognised quali"cation within Australia
and internationally. Our students have achieved excellent results over recent years, and we have seen the majority of our students continue to tertiary studies. The NSW curriculum offers the option of School Based Apprenticeships or Traineeships for students in years 11 and 12 who are interested in pursuing a trade or transitioning to work after school. We are very proud of the academic progress of our students, but we are also very proud of our pastoral care program which supports the mental health and wellbeing of students throughout their education. Our staff are exceptional professionals who work tirelessly for the bene"t of our students in a warm and welcoming school. Carmel Spry Principal For enrolment information, please contact our School Registrar on (03) 5480 5900 or email info@moamagrammar.nsw.edu.au
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“To provide inclusive and engaging learning that empowers all students for life”
38 High St, Echuca (03) 5482 2769 echucass@edumail.vic.gov.au
The Echuca Specialist School provides education for children ages 5 – 18 years with intellectual and associated disabilities. It services the Campaspe and Murray Shire area. Our school provides a practical curriculum, based on individual needs and abilities. The school follows the Victorian curriculum but makes adaptions to ensure all students achieve. It is designed to be motivating, challenging and flexible with a significant focus on life skills and work – ability programmes. Students enjoy a variety of activities with camps, excursions providing highlights throughout the year. Family connections are vital and their continued support is greatly valued. Student welfare is a high priority and contact with most families on a daily basis provides holistic support to students, parents and caregivers. Our families come from a diverse background spread over a large geographical area. Many of our students have high paramedical needs. Access to physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and psychologist services is provided as required. Specialised therapy and augmented communication equipment is available to support these programmes.
The school prides itself on having an open and welcoming environment that encourages parent and community participation. Links with the community are encouraged. The school plays host to students on work experience, or community service programmes as well as providing on-site training for staff from local universities. The new Twin Rivers Specialist School is due for completion in August of 2020. At this time the school will be co-located with Twin Rivers Primary School. The new education precinct will be an exciting and invaluable resource for Echuca and surrounds. Whilst remaining two separate schools, it is hoped that the staff and students will work together for the best possible outcomes for all students. The classrooms and school grounds are specifically designed to meet the diverse learning needs of our students. Currently our VCAL students run a coffee shop from the Twin Rivers administration building. The coffee shop is open to the public with treats and lunches also available. Feel free to make contact with our friendly staff to learn more about how we support our students to achieve.
PLC Boarding Scholarships - app y now
STRONG FOUNDATIONS – AMA ZING FUTURES 141 Burwood Road, Burwood VIC 3125 www.plc.vic.edu.au 9808 5811
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ECHUCA TWIN RIVERS SCHOOL
Well done!
Congratulations to the students, teachers, parents, and everyone else who has been working extra hard dduring i th the C Coronavirus i pandemic. d i Th The efforts ff t bby allll to keep education moving despite these sudden challenges have been fantastic. Well done also to the many people who have decided to use this time positively by furthering their own education, preparing themselves to come out stronger on the other side. Authorised by D. Drum, National Party of Australia, Shepparton.
Damian DRUM MP FEDERAL MEMBER FOR NICHOLLS damian.drum.mp@aph.gov.au damiandrum.com.au
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Contact: Principal - Katrina Johnson E: principal@sptongala.catholic.edu.au A: 32-34 Mangan St, Tongala 3621 P: (03) 5859 0371 W: www.sptongala.catholic.edu.au Follow us on Facebook: St Patrick’s Primary School Tongala 3621
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STATE EDUCATION IS GREAT EDUCATION ca
High St, Echu 5483 0700
208 ECHUCA PRIMARY SCHOOL A community that inspires learning and nurtures well being
Echuca 21-31 Eyre St, 88 25 82 54
ECHUCA EAST PRIMARY SCHOOL Thank you to all our families who have been amazing during these times that have challenged us all
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ECHUCA TWIN RIVERS SCHOOL Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow