Education

Shepparton kids find love of books with new research-based reading model

A learning model for reading — based on how much kids can handle before they ‘switch off’ — has been implemented at the start of the day at primary schools across Shepparton, with stellar results. Known as a ‘reader’s...

Madi Chwasta

13 Feb 2020

News

‘Super school’ construction officially begins

The construction of the new Greater Shepparton Secondary College is officially under way, with state and local figures donning hi-vis jackets and helmets to turn the first sod yesterday.

Madi Chwasta

12 Feb 2020

Education

Small business scene set to flourish in Shepparton

Shepparton’s business scene is set to flourish after a pilot program was run to encourage entrepreneurs from within the African community.

Liz Mellino

12 Feb 2020

Education

Small business scene set to flourish in Shepparton

Shepparton’s business scene is set to flourish after a pilot program was run to encourage entrepreneurs from within the African community.

Liz Mellino

12 Feb 2020

Education

Students arrive at uni

Not only is class back for youngsters across the Goulburn Valley this week but also for some in higher education. A handful of University of Melbourne Department of Rural Health students arrived in Shepparton on Wednesday. Two students returning to...

James Bennett

31 Jan 2020

Education

Wanganui canteen owner opening earlier for bus arrivals

School canteen operator Kylie Stewart goes out of her way to make sure all students are properly fed. So while she was “shocked” to discover the morning school buses would be arriving at Greater Shepparton Secondary College’s Wanganui...

Madi Chwasta

03 Feb 2020

Education

Six new engineering scholarships for Goulburn Valley students

Prospective engineering students in the Goulburn Valley can now apply for one of six new GOTAFE scholarships, including two mechanical apprenticeships. The full-tuition scholarships are funded by SPC, and successful recipients will complete their...

Madi Chwasta

04 Feb 2020

Education

Shepparton’s ASHE kicks off the new year

Around 50 people joined at The University of Melbourne’s Academy of Sport, Health and Education (ASHE) in Shepparton for its opening ceremony yesterday morning. A didgeridoo performance accompanied a smoking ceremony outside of the building...

Ed McLeish

04 Feb 2020

Education

Two sets of twins in prep at Katandra West Primary School

In the years Marcia Waters has been principal of Katandra West Primary, she’s only seen one set of twins. But this year is out of the ordinary, for any school. Of the 11 foundation students, there are two sets of twins. “It’s very...

Madi Chwasta

04 Feb 2020

News

Preps jump for joy on their first day

The start of the school year is an exciting and nerve-wracking time, especially for preps and their families.

Madi Chwasta

29 Jan 2020

Education

No Greater Shepparton Secondary College uniform? No problem, says education department

Greater Shepparton Secondary College students will not be punished for wearing incorrect uniform on their first day of school, as certain stock runs low. A Department of Education and Training spokesperson said students were “able” to wear clothing...

Madi Chwasta

29 Jan 2020

Education

Wanganui Park SC graduate receives Ganbina’s top honour

Wanganui Park Secondary College indigenous graduate Anerley West was recognised by Ganbina for her outstanding VCE results at a morning tea on Tuesday. The annual Ganbina Academic Excellence Award, sponsored by La Trobe University, celebrates the...

Madi Chwasta

28 Jan 2020

Education

Wendy Lovell taken to VCAT over super school documents

Wendy Lovell says she has the “upper hand” at a February Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal hearing to determine if the Victorian Government must release information regarding risks involved with Greater Shepparton Secondary College that...

James Bennett

23 Jan 2020

Education

Builder announced for Greater Shepparton Secondary College

Construction on the new Greater Shepparton Secondary College is set to commence next month with a builder now appointed to the job.

Liz Mellino

15 Jan 2020

News

Shepparton High School items find new homes

As Shepparton High School gets ready to close its doors forever, local community groups and other schools are looking forward to giving the school’s unwanted items a new lease on life.

Ashlea Witoslawski

26 Dec 2019

Education

Wanganui students refine their Italian

Although the students are well into the trip, there is time to help offset the costs by purchasing the cook book Wanganui Fusion — A Union of Cultures Through Food

James Bennett

13 Dec 2019

News

Bourchier St Primary School Recipe Book a kitchen essential

Shepparton locals can throw away their Jamie Oliver and Donna Hay recipe books and make room for the latest must-have kitchen essential, The Bourchier St Primary School Recipe Book

Morgan Dyer

19 Dec 2019

Education

Shepparton Christian College dux announced

Shepparton Christian College’s Daniel Hall has taken out top honours among the Year 12 cohort, scoring an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) of 92.2. Mr Hall said it was no easy feat becoming his school’s top ATAR achiever...

Ed McLeish

16 Dec 2019

News

Last hoorah for Shepparton school as staff and students paint mural

An initiative from Shepparton High School’s art department has seen students collaborating with staff to farewell the school by painting a temporary mural on the music centre. The art staff, comprising Guilia Rigoni, Tim Wilson and Louise...

Ed McLeish

13 Dec 2019