Dear LSC Community Members,

We are almost at the end of Term 3, and it has been another great term of learning and exciting activities across the board for our Year 7 to 12 students.

Building Program Update

Students and staff will have noticed a new level on our Gym building as our building program continues along.  We have started to engage in site walks of the new spaces in this building, which includes great progress on our new auditorium and the steel and concreting really bringing the floorplan for the first and second levels to life.  It is exciting to be able to start to picture the spaces when they are finished.  We also have our works on our new basketball court completed and open, and our new synthetic futsal pitch is being finalised, and we now are awaiting completion of other works before it opens up for student use.  I wish to acknowledge and thank the work of Mr Craig Kendall for his daily oversight of the building works and his support in my role which keeps us busy with site meetings, design meetings and planning how our facilities will continue to be used during the works phase.

Our build is still currently on track for a Term 2, 2027 completion and I look forward to continuing to share updates with the community as we get closer to completion.

Excursions, Incursions, Guest Speakers and More!

Our co-curricular opportunities have continued during Term 3, with lots of excursions, incursions and events for our students and staff to participate in.  Some of the highlights from Term 3 have included:

• Music Careers Expo for our Year 10 Certificate II in Music students
• Melbourne Holocaust Museum visit and Holocaust survivor talk for our Year 10 Humanities students
• Year 12 Physics visit to the Synchrotron
• Our VET Horticulture, VET Community Services and Hands On Learning students completed tree planting for koala habitats down in Pearcedale
• Interschool sports galore including Futsal, Basketball
• Continuation of rehearsals for the Victorian State Schools Spectacular
• Echoes of Country – Footprints to Respect: a big day out for our First Nations students, student leaders and First Nations allies alongside all other schools from the Casey Central area
• Our Year 12 VCE VM Literacy group heading into the CBD to explore advocacy at the courts and The Big Issue
• Year 9 Sport and Rec heading to the MCG and Sports Museum to explore connections of sport and culture
• VET Sport and Recreation undertaking their First Aid qualifications

I wish to thank all staff who have been involved in the planning and attending these events as these are fabulous opportunities for our students to apply their learning to life.

End of Term 3

As we head towards the end of the term, this is an important time for assessments for all years, but particularly for our Year 12 students in VCE and VCE VM.  For our VCE VM students, it is the time when we are getting ready to complete our last Outcome Tasks for our final Unit 4 assessments.  For our VCE students, it includes finishing off Outcome Tasks for the all-important S results for Unit 4, whilst commencing exam preparation.  In the final week of this term, all scored VCE students will be sitting their Indicative Exams, a critical time to not only practise skills for their final exams, but also an important time to get feedback to target exam revision, as well as provide teachers with important data for Indicative Exam marks for VCAA.

Ms Eloise Haynes
College Principal

Families and Community – Echoes of Country: Footsteps to Respect

A Poem

In this moving poem, Bella Sime gives a voice to a whale affected by ocean pollution, highlighting the devastating impact of oil spills on marine life and the urgent need to protect our oceans.

 BLACK SEAS, SILENT SONGS

A Plea from the Ocean

By Bella Sime, Year 9

Black, thick oil
seeps into my home.

Ships’ loud horns
blare overhead.

Sad seagulls cry
across the sea.

Burning oil
sets my skin on fire.

PAIN!

I cry out.

Hopeless tears
wash down my face.

Why does no one care?
Will it ever stop?

It’s not fair.

It’s not.

My future generations
will suffer

if they don’t stop.

Please stop!

I search for my fishy friends,

but they are nowhere to be found.

My home,

once full of life,

is now

a black prison

Hindi Class Reflection

What a wonderful and enriching term it has been in our Hindi classes! Students have enjoyed a range of engaging learning experiences that brought the Hindi language and culture to life.

Students explored the spices used to make traditional Chai and discovered fascinating facts about India’s States, geography, Climate, Weather, National Symbols, monuments, and Culture. Students also researched and created colourful posters and confidently shared their learning through presentations in the class.

Students learned about special bond between siblings through Raksha Bandhan, Onam and proudly participated in our Multicultural day celebrations. A highlight of the Term was preparing for 4Cs Showcase evening ,where students enthusiastically practised Bush Dance, Bollywood, and folk dance of India Students continued to develop their Hindi reading and writing skills, learning new vocabulary, and practising sentences and words in Hindi script.

It has been wonderful to see students learning, creating, performing and sharing their enthusiasm for Hindi and their participation, growing confidence have made this term truly special!

Ms Shally Khanna

2026 State School Spectacular

What an incredible time for our LSC students TJ, Mariana, Tatiana, Tina and Skylar who performed with the Pese Mai Choir at the State School Spectacular on the 29^th of August at 1pm and 6pm.

They have worked hard rehearsing throughout the year, performing with students from Monterey Secondary College and Cranbourne West Secondary College. The students performed a Cook Island Pe’e and a Samoan song in two sold out shows. An amazing achievement by our students.

Sarah another of our students, performed in the band on guitar, a very sort after position in the band. All students should be congratulated on their performances. Stay tuned in the coming months for a recording of the show on TV.

Senior School News

The Year 12 Movie Afternoon at ‘Lyndhurst Secondary Cinema’ was a fantastic opportunity for students to take a well-earned break from their studies and focus on their wellbeing. Students enjoyed watching Top Gun: Maverick while spending quality time with their peers in a relaxed setting.

It was wonderful to see students embracing the casual atmosphere by wearing comfy clothes and pyjamas, adding to the fun of the afternoon. As you can’t have a movie without popcorn (school supplied) many went the extra mile, treating themselves to hot chips, ice creams and other snacks, making an event of it. The afternoon provided a valuable chance to recharge and connect.

This is another memory made for our Class of 2026 students!

Year 10 Business Management News

On Friday, 21 August, Year 10 students visited Year 9 classes during Period 4 to present and promote their three-course meal deal ideas as part of The $75 Fast Food Menu Challenge.
The activity took approximately 10 minutes for each visit to year 9’s. During this time, the Year 10 students briefly pitched their menu concepts and invited Year 9 students to indicate which meal deal they would be most likely to purchase.

Group Feast and finish came 1st by receiving maximum votes from year 9’s
Group Wicked 3 got 2nd position
Group BBC got 3rd position
Group Zinger Lava Combo got 4th position

They did amazing and I awarded each group with Allan’s candy pack on their efforts

Munaza Andleeb

Sports / Outdoor Ed News

Year 9 Sport and Recreation Students Visit the MCG

Our Year 9 Sport and Recreation students recently had the exciting opportunity to step beyond the classroom and experience one of Australia’s most iconic sporting venues — the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).

As part of their Sport and Recreation studies, students participated in an MCG tour, exploring the history, culture and significance of the venue within Australian sport. Students had the opportunity to visit areas of the stadium that are normally off-limits to the public, including the players’ change rooms, media facilities, function spaces and the famous arena itself.

Year 10 Outdoor Education Students Explore Loch Sport

Our Year 10 Outdoor Education students recently embarked on an exciting three-day, two night excursion to Loch Sport, providing students with the opportunity to put their outdoor skills and knowledge into practice in a real-world environment.

Throughout the excursion, students participated in a range of outdoor activities, including fishing and bushwalking. Students developed their practical outdoor skills while experiencing the natural environment and learning about the importance of preparation, teamwork and responsible outdoor recreation.

Intermediate School Sports

Our Intermediate students recently represented Lyndhurst Secondary College at Intermediate Interschool Sport Futsal, with both our boys and girls teams putting in fantastic performances throughout the day.

Both teams demonstrated skills, determination and teamwork, competing strongly against other schools and showing great sportsmanship on and off the court. Students encouraged one another, supported their teammates and continued to give their best throughout each game.

Yr9 Systems Engineering

Students working on their CAT: designing, assembling and testing their DoorBells

Club Schedule

Monday: PRISM – Every Monday at lunchtime (see Wellbeing)

Monday: K Pop Club (B5) – Week B

Tuesday: Chill Time with Wellbeing (D3)

Tuesday: Textiles Club (B4) – Week A

Thursday: Anime Club (B5) – Week A

Friday: Art Club (B1) – Week B

Friday: Music Club (Music Room)

Friday: Fun Fridays at lunchtime (see Wellbeing)

Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: Breakfast Club – 8:15 to 8:45 am

Homework Club

Senior English / EAL Skills Workshop

Every Wednesday morning from 8am (period 0) in E-block. Open for Year 11 and Year 12 VCE students.

Masterclass for Year 12 English

Friday afternoons in E4 until 4pm.

At LSC, our Wellbeing team hosted a pancake breakfast and lunchtime games and activities earlier in the week, to encourage students to connect with each other and staff, and start conversation.

Chill Time  |  Fun Fridays  |  PRSIM  |  Breakfast Club

A message for all students

• What do you think you’re good at?
• What do you enjoy doing?
• What subjects, activities or environments bring out your best?

Save the Date

Dates to Diarise in Term 3

• University / TAFE Open Days 2026 – late July and throughout August
• Year 12 VTAC timely applications – early August until end September
• VTAC SEAS and Scholarship applications – throughout August and September

News from RMIT University

• New Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice

Gain the legal knowledge required for professional practice while developing specialist expertise in criminal justice, crime prevention and offender behaviour through hands-on, industry-connected learning.

This double degree gives students the opportunity to understand both the legal frameworks that govern society and the complex social, psychological and technological factors that influence crime and justice.  Students will develop the legal knowledge required for admission to the Australian legal profession while gaining specialised expertise in criminology and criminal justice.

A distinctive feature of this double degree is its focus on the future of law and justice.  Students will examine contemporary and future-focused issues such as cybercrime, digital criminology, artificial intelligence, legal technology and evolving approaches to crime prevention and justice reform.

Find out more at Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice.

• Studying Law at RMIT

The Bachelor of Laws brings law to life.  With coursework designed and delivered in close partnership with respected Australian law firms, you’ll be ready to hit the ground running upon graduation.

Delivered by leaders of industry in the heart of Melbourne, this 3-year law degree draws on deep industry connections to give students as much real-world experience as possible.  The practical component is balanced with a thorough theoretical grounding in the Australian legal system and fundamental legal principles and concepts.

As well as learning how to analyse and solve problems involving questions of law, students will also develop a suite of invaluable skills that will prepare them for a career as a legal practitioner or in a law-related field.  Such skills include effective writing, drafting, advocacy, interviewing and advising, negotiation, teamwork and presentations.

The VCE entry requirements are Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English other than EAL or at least 27 in English as an Additional Language (EAL), and a guaranteed ATAR of 88.00 (excluding adjustment factors).

Find out more by browsing Studying Law at RMIT.

Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science/Master of Physiotherapy

Introduced by Swinburne in 2026, the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science is designed to articulate to the 2-year Master of Physiotherapy.  For the first time, these two courses can be applied for through VTAC as a packaged option.  The VTAC Course code is:  3400214301.

Students who attain an average mark of 70%+ higher in the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science, are guaranteed direct entry into the Master of Physiotherapy.

News from Monash University

• Bachelor of Science – Change in Course Structure

Commencing in 2027, new structural requirements will be implemented for the Bachelor of Science, placing a greater emphasis on the depth of disciplinary knowledge, while making course requirements clearer and easier to navigate.  Students will continue to have the flexibility to explore their interests and tailor their degree.
The key structural change is the move from a single-major course structure to one that requires students to complete either a major and minor, two majors, or an extended major.

Students can look at this useful PDF to gain a better idea of the new structure – BSc Course Changes 2027.

• New Courses in 2027

1. Bachelor of Climate, Society and Economy

Harness your passion for climate action and turn it into a career that matters.  This innovative degree positions you as a leader of one of the most urgent and ambitious transformations of our time by advancing net zero transitions, building resilient communities and driving climate justice.

Beyond the classroom, students will engage with communities, policymakers, and industry leaders, gaining practical experience and making meaningful contributions to real-world initiatives.  Field trips, industry experience and study abroad opportunities offer immersive learning experiences, allowing students to witness firsthand the impacts of climate change and the diverse ways in which societies, businesses and ecosystems are responding.

 Find out more at Climate, Society and Economy.  

2. Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence and Bachelor of Science

The Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence and Bachelor of Science combines technical capability with scientific knowledge, preparing you to apply emerging technologies to address complex challenges and accelerate discovery.

Students choose between two AI specialisations: Applied Artificial Intelligence, which focuses on applying existing AI technologies to solve real-world challenges, or Artificial Intelligence Algorithms and Models, which explores the technical foundations of AI and how it’s designed, developed and evolved.

 Find out more at Artificial Intelligence and Science.

Bachelor of Oral Health

Graduates of the Bachelor of Oral Health can practise as an oral health therapist, a dental therapist, or a dental hygienist.

In these roles, graduates may examine and diagnose oral and dental health conditions, plan oral health care, help prevent disease, provide clinical dental treatments, undertake oral health promotion, and perform orthodontic and preventative procedures, including impressions and applying topical fluoride or fissure sealants.  They will provide fillings and extract deciduous teeth for children and young adults as well as plan care, treat periodontal conditions and clean, scale and root plane teeth for people of all ages.  They will also take and interpret radiographs, and work in collaboration with other dental and health practitioners to improve oral health.

Graduates usually find employment in private practices, public hospitals, and the health services.
Find out more about the Bachelor of Oral Health by browsing Oral Health.

Explore Various Ways to Join the ADF

There are several ways to join the Navy, Army or Air Force with many roles offering more than one entry method. 

 To help students choose the right way, the entry methods have been broken down into a simple summary – browse Ways To Join – ADF Careers.

Torrens University

Founded in 2013, Torrens University is Australia’s international university and vocational registered training organisation.  Torrens offers courses from diplomas to bachelor degrees to research courses.

Torrens University offers a range of courses in design, health, business, hospitality, technology, and education. 

Torrens has five campuses – Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Blue Mountains and Adelaide.

Torrens has four intakes per year – key dates – for both full-time and part-time higher education degree and diploma students, although the Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School dates are different.
Torrens offers full-fee courses only, no Commonwealth Supported Places are available.

Students keen on learning more might like to watch this brief YouTube clip and browse Torrens University.

VCE Extension Studies on offer in 2027

• Deakin University – Deakin Accelerate

Deakin Accelerate is a distinctive VCE higher education program that allows students to study two first-year university subjects during Year 12.  Studying one subject per trimester, this selective program gives students a head-start into university studies and also provides a potential contribution to their all-important ATAR score.
Besides the challenge of taking on a university subject, this subject may also count as part of the VCE and contribute towards the ATAR as the fifth or sixth subject.
There are no tuition fees for Deakin Accelerate.

Find out more, including the subjects on offer, at Deakin Accelerate.

• Federation University – Advance to University

Advance to University is an opportunity for Year 12 students to study first year university units as part of their VCE.  Successful completion of these units may contribute towards the ATAR, and students get credit towards their university degree.
There are no fees for Advance to University.

Find out more, including subjects on offer, at Advance to University. 

• University of Melbourne – Extension Program

The Extension Program is an opportunity for high achieving Year 12 students to study a university subject whilst at school which counts towards their ATAR, as well as experience university life.
There are no fees for participation in the Extension Program.

Find out more, including the subjects on offer, at Extension Program.

Nutrition and Dietetics Degrees in Victoria in 2026
According to the Dietitian Association of Australia (DAA) – Dietitian or nutritionist | Dietitians Australia, there is a distinction made between dietitians and other occupations in the nutrition and food science field, including that of nutritionist.  The key difference between a dietitian and a nutritionist is that, in addition to or as part of their qualification in human nutrition, a dietitian has undertaken a course of study that included substantial theory and supervised and assessed professional practice in clinical nutrition, medical nutrition therapy and food service management.
So, in Australia, all dietitians are nutritionists however nutritionists without a dietetics qualification cannot take on the expert role of a dietitian.
Victorian universities offering undergraduate courses in nutrition, food science and/or dietetics include:

 Note: Food Science and Nutrition are often offered as majors/minors in courses in biomedicine, exercise science, health, and science degrees, etc.  For example, human nutrition is offered as a major in the Bachelor of Biomedicine at University of Melbourne.

The Australian College of the Arts (Collarts) in 2026

• Collarts is an independent college offering a range of specialised courses from animation to fashion, from music to interior design.
• Collarts offers a hands-on, collaborative approach to learning, and the college strives to support those who want to succeed in the creative and entertainment industries, both nationally and internationally.
• Throughout their education, students are given opportunities to gain work experience at music festivals, entertainment venues, recording facilities, radio stations, and with brands and organisations at the forefront of contemporary culture.
• Importantly, as part of each degree, students also undertake a comprehensive work placement.
• Students are encouraged to browse the links below to learn more about some of Collarts courses –Bachelor of 2D Animation
  Bachelor of Applied Business (Entertainment Management)

Bachelor of Arts (Interior Design)

Bachelor of Audio Production

Bachelor of Design (Fashion & Sustainability)

Bachelor of Journalism and New Media

Bachelor of Performing Arts (Comedy Writing & Performance)

Bachelor of Screen & Media

• For a comprehensive list of all 48 courses on offer, visit Collarts Courses.

Department of Education Mobile Phone Policy

A reminder that the Department of Education has in place a mobile phone ban that requires students who bring mobiles phones to school to have them switched off and securely put away in their lockers during school hours.

The department is requiring all schools to ensure this ban is in place and enforced from the start of the 2024 school year.

The ban applies equally to all government schools right across the state. This helps ensure that school is a learning environment free from unnecessary distractions and disruptions.

By ensuring mobile phones are kept away at recess and lunch times, students can interact with each other face-to-face, without the distractions and social pressures that mobile phones can cause.

I ask for the support of all our families, staff and students in continuing to support the implementation of this policy in our school.

Further information

Emergencies: In the event of an emergency or if you need to immediately contact your child, I ask that families contact the school office who will pass on a message as required.

School mobile phone policy: A copy of our school’s local mobile phone policy, which implements the government’s mobile policy in line with our local context, is available on our website.

To view all our policies, visit our website.

Sick Bay / First Aid

Reminder: The Secondary School Immunisation Program offers free National Immunisation Program schedule vaccines to all eligible Year 7 and Year 10 students.

Year 7 students : Completed 9th September 2026

Year 10 students : Wednesday 21st October 2026 : Meningococcal ACWY

The City of Casey’s immunisation service delivers the school-based immunisation program. Council now uses a system provided by the Department of Health, called the Central Immunisation Records Victoria (CIRV) Portal, to manage those receiving an immunisation.

Look out for the online CIRV Portal Consent form (this will be emailed late July), even if you choose not to consent for your child to be vaccinated at school.

Please click on the link to view the privacy collection: https://portal.cirv.vic.gov.au/UpdatePrivacyCollection/

Every day vaccination saves lives and makes it possible for Victorians to live free from the illness and disability caused by many infectious diseases.

For further information please go to the following links: Privacy – https://www.vic.gov.au/schools-privacy-policy

Immunisation in Secondary Schools https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/immunisation-in-secondary-schools

The Public Health and Wellbeing Regulations 2019: https://classic.austlii.edu.au/au/legis/vic/consol_reg/phawr2019331/s112.html

Important e-Scooter/e-Bike Information

September School Holiday Program

Women’s Cricket

Multicultural Family Day!

Melbourne Youth Orchestras 2027 Summer School

Join over 800 young musicians at the University of Melbourne Southbank Campus from Monday 11 January to Saturday 16 January for the Melbourne Youth Orchestras 2027 Summer School.

This inspirational week features daily rehearsals across Symphony Orchestras, String Orchestras, Symphonic Bands, and Jazz Orchestras for all skill levels, alongside engaging workshops, surprise guests, and celebratory concerts.

Expand your technique, explore new repertoire, and make unforgettable musical discoveries in the heart of Melbourne’s arts precinct.

As 2027 marks MYO’s 60th anniversary, the week will also carry a special celebratory flair, with extra events throughout.

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Read more and apply here: https://myo.org.au/programs/summer-school/

Please note applications close Monday 14 September

Administration

Office hours 8:00am – 4:00pm
Telephone (03) 5996 – 0144
lyndhurst.sc@education.vic.gov.au

Parents should always make contact with the General Office first when visiting the school or trying to make contact with their children. Appointments with teachers must be made via telephone or compass.

Late arrival to school

In order to minimise disruption to class and maximise learning opportunities for our students, we would like to remind you that students are expected to be at school by 8:50am, ready and prepared for Home Group. We appreciate your support in this. If you have any questions please call the General Office on 5996 0144. If students do arrive late, they need to go to their sub school to sign in and receive a late pass from the administration officer.

Uniform

Beleza School Uniforms in High Street,Cranbourne and Hallam are our uniform suppliers.

All students must be in full school uniform every day. Please refer to our website for Uniform Policy and Dress Code regarding our expectations.

Lyndhurst Secondary College school day

School day – 8:50am – 3:00pm daily (excluding weekends and all public and school holidays)
The College runs a 5 period day. Please see Term Dates & Bell Times on our website for details of times.

Lost property

Please ensure all school clothes, books and personal property are clearly labelled with the student’s name. Many items are not returned to their rightful owners because they are not labelled correctly or clearly.

USBs should include a folder with the student’s name and form to assist in returning it to the correct person. If you have lost anything see the general office during recess, lunch or at the end of day.

College Cafe Menu

The College canteen menu is available here.

Orders can be placed online via quickcliq.com.au