Welcome back to Term 2. I hope the Easter break and School holidays have provided some much needed time to rest and re-energise for the busy term ahead.

It is fantastic to hear of the engagement in Subject Teacher Interviews over this week, and concluding Thursday evening. They provide a great opportunity to connect with your child’s teachers, and to receive clarity around any questions that you may have.

Last week, on ANZAC Day, students from the College proudly represented our community at services held in Buninyong and Ballarat.

This year marked the 110th anniversary of the landing at Gallipoli—an enduring symbol of courage, sacrifice, and the spirit of the ANZACs. As a nation, we paused to honour all those who have served, and continue to serve, in defence of Australia and our way of life.

We are proud of our students for their respectful participation in these important ceremonies, helping to keep the ANZAC spirit alive in our local community.

On Monday this week, three of our students also represented the College at the 93rd Annual ANZAC Commemoration Ceremony for Students, held at the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne.

This special ceremony brought together students from all Ballarat secondary schools to honour the bravery and sacrifice of Australia’s servicemen and women. The event featured moving speeches from student guest speakers, performances by school bands, and the ceremonial presence of Defence Force cadets. Dignitaries, including Legacy’s Patron, the Governor of Victoria, attended the service, which concluded with a powerful RAAF flyover.

We commend all our students who participated in these significant events for their leadership, respect, and deep sense of gratitude for those who have served our country.

Lest we forget

This Friday, all students from Years 7 to 10, along with senior students from Years 11 and 12 who have opted in, will head to Lake Wendouree for our much-anticipated annual Lap of the Lake event.

The Lap of the Lake is a longstanding tradition in our College calendar, promoting physical fitness, participation, and house spirit in a fun and supportive environment. Students will complete 4km (Year 7-9), or a full lap (10-12), either running or walking, with all efforts contributing valuable points towards the Ron Mathews Shield.

Whether competing for a personal best, running alongside friends, or simply enjoying the experience of being active outdoors, the day is about community, encouragement, and celebrating the positive benefits of physical activity.

We encourage all students to participate with enthusiasm and to represent their house with pride. We also remind students to come prepared with appropriate footwear, a water bottle, and sun protection if needed.

We are excited to announce that the new building is expected to be ready for student and staff use from Monday, 12 May. This state-of-the-art facility will provide an outstanding environment for our students to learn and our staff to teach. It marks an exciting new chapter for our College community.

Welcome back to Term 2.

Chris