Churchill Avenue News

As we approach the mid-point of the term, it's heartening to witness the high level of engagement many of our students are showing in their learning. It's clear that a number of them are thriving, both academically and socially. It has also been wonderful to see students enjoying their time together in the yard, participating in various activities, sports, and excursions.

We encourage you to take a moment to speak with your child(ren) about how they are progressing at school — in their learning, friendships, and co-curricular involvement. These conversations can make a big difference.

We’re excited to share that the Western Bulldogs’ Social & Study Club program has resumed. In the first session, students participated in a fun Easter Egg Hunt with Western Bulldogs player and mentor, Tom Liberatore. Even better, the program has now been extended to include all students. If you would like more information, please contact Robert Aduer at r.aduer@cccc.vic.edu.au.

Last week, we were proud to relaunch our Parents and Friends Association. We look forward to working alongside our families to create meaningful opportunities for our students, families, and the wider community. If you’re interested in joining, please contact Jodie McLeod at j.mcleod@cccc.vic.edu.au.

Following the launch, we hosted a parent workshop titled “Parenting Strategies for Teenage Success”. The session was presented by world-renowned speaker Darren Pereira, who offered practical, hands-on tips for supporting teenage growth and success. It was fantastic to see such a strong turnout for this valuable event.

This week, we look forward to connecting with families during our subject conferences, where we’ll discuss student progress. These meetings are particularly timely, with exams just around the corner. Our Year 9 and 10 students will also begin exploring their future pathways through our Subject Expo and Information Evening.

It’s certainly been a busy and productive term, filled with many enriching experiences for our students and families. Thank you for your ongoing support. When we work together to understand and support the hopes and dreams of our young people, we empower them to engage deeply in their learning — and together, we foster a lifelong love of learning.

God bless,
Stephanie Banks