Welcome to edition 1 of Term 2

We hope everyone has had a great break and are refreshed for a fantastic term.

In speaking with our Year 12 students, we have seen many of them working very hard across the break to continue aspiring towards high quality ATAR scores.

Many commented they had also been able to rest and set themselves up for a successful lead in to the mid year exams for Year 12 VCE studies.

Throughout July of this year, the College will be seeking input on future uniform directions.

Parents are encouraged to have their say on any alterations they would like to see the College make as we commence negotiations for our Uniform contract in 2025.

We will be holding some forums and providing an online platform to make suggestions.

On Wednesday this week the College marked ANZAC Day with a somber assembly.

Lieutenant Buckingham of the Australian Royal Navy was our special guest speaker.

Students read poems and rosemary was made available to all.

The Catafalque Party raised the flag at the completion of a wonderful rendition of the Last Post by Chris Revell.

Forest Hill College remembers and honours the sacrifices the Australian service men and women have and continue to make for our country.

Dave Rogers & Nicky Buckingham

College Co-Principals

Anzac Day Assembly

Forest Hill College held a solemn and respectful ANZAC Assembly on Wednesday, 24th April, at 1:15pm in the college gymnasium.

The assembly served as a commemoration of ANZAC Day, honouring the sacrifices made by Australian and New Zealand soldiers.

Led by students and staff, the assembly included various segments paying tribute to the courage and resilience of the ANZACs.

Key Events and Speakers:

Pre-Assembly Preparations: Flags were lowered to half-mast, and a Catafalque party comprising four Tribe leaders (Xavier, Brian, Ethan and Neil), stood guard at the flag post. Students received sprigs of rosemary, a poignant symbol of fidelity and remembrance.

Koori Welcome: Jennifer commenced the assembly with a heartfelt acknowledgment of the Traditional Owners of the land and a warm welcome to all attendees, including staff, students, parents, and guardians.

ANZAC Service: Stolas presented excerpts from the diary of a soldier named Frank, offering a vivid portrayal of the harrowing experiences endured by ANZAC soldiers during the Gallipoli campaign. Anish then recited the Ode, followed by a poignant moment of silence and the playing of the Last Post and Reveille performed by Mr. Revell while Faith raised the Australian flag.

War Poems: Isabelle read “A Tribute to ANZAC Day,” a stirring poem by Ken Bunker, honouring the valor and sacrifices of the ANZACs across various battlefields throughout history.

Speeches: Lieutenant Buckingham delivered a speech reflecting on the significance of ANZAC Day, followed by Mr. Rogers and Mrs. Buckingham, the college principals, who addressed the audience, emphasizing the importance of remembrance and honouring the ANZAC legacy.

Tribe Inclusivity and Events: Representatives from the college’s tribes discussed efforts to enhance tribe inclusivity and upcoming events, including competitions and activities aimed at fostering a sense of belonging and community engagement.

Festival of Stories: Emily announced the upcoming Festival of Stories, a celebration of literature and creativity featuring author visits, musical performances, and a creative writing competition. Details of the competition, including submission guidelines and deadlines, were outlined.

Closing Remarks: Mrs. Baucke concluded the assembly, encouraging active participation in college activities and expressing anticipation for the busy term ahead.

Conclusion:

The ANZAC Assembly at Forest Hill College served as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by servicemen and women throughout history. Through readings, speeches, and tributes, attendees were provided with a deeper understanding and appreciation of the ANZAC legacy, ensuring that the spirit of remembrance and gratitude continues to resonate within the college community.

Library News – Announcing the Forest Hill College Festival Of Stories

We are excited to announce  our very first Forest Hill College Festival of Stories

From May 1st to May 13th there will be activities held in the library each day that celebrates stories.

Events include author visits, a writing competition, journaling workshops to help you tell your own story… and more!

Keep an eye on our social media and Compass for more details.

If you are not already following the school library on Instagram… you can find us @fhclibrary

Helen Farch

FHC Library

Sports News

This week we had three boys’ teams and one girls team compete at the Mullum District Senior Basketball competition.

The boys competing in the A Pool, and successfully won all of their pool games and progressed to the Grand Final against Heathmont.

After a slow start they rallied to get over the top of them in the second half to get the win.

They will progress to Regionals in August.

Both boys teams competing in the B Pools played extremely well and made it to the playoff games.

The girls fought hard in all their games, despite having one win, their other games were all under 10 points. Well done girls!