School News

Kindy 2025: A New Chapter Begins

Kindy 2025: A New Chapter Begins

Thursday 6th February 2025 was a momentous day for dozens of small children across the district, as they entered the world of big school for the first time with its promise of greater learning and lifelong friendships. With local schools ranging significantly in size, some children made up 50% of their two student Kindergarten class, while others in bigger schools joined one of two Kindergarten classes. Luckily our teachers are prepared for anything! Do you remember your first day at school? We ran a quick survey of our own memories of that all-important day. Several remembered what they ate; somebody…
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GIHS Update

GIHS Update

The annual Glen Innes High School Dux ceremony on the 10th February 2025 was a momentous occasion—a celebration of the incredible achievements of the 2024 HSC cohort. Throughout their HSC these students demonstrated not only amazing academic ability but also an unwavering commitment to striving for excellence in all aspects of school. From the early mornings to late nights, they faced challenges head-on, always maintaining a focus on the goal ahead. This journey has not been an easy one, but it is that resilience, persistence, and passion that has enabled these students to achieve such amazing results. Maisie Eastwood, the…
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Girls in Trade Excursion to Inverell- GIHS

Girls in Trade Excursion to Inverell- GIHS

On Monday 2nd December, 19 female year 8 and 9 students embarked on a day trip to Inverell to investigate trade jobs for women. We were warmly welcomed by 4 different businesses: Boss Engineering, Bindaree Beef, High Style Furniture and Sapphire Nutrition. The tours through the businesses were amazing and the girls were able to meet female workers and ask questions.  The team leaders and managers in all businesses were extremely encouraging of the girls working in trades and talked about not being able to hire enough females in their businesses. A big "thank you" should go to Mrs Ginny…
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Community Connections Workshop – GIHS

Community Connections Workshop – GIHS

Employers, training services, stakeholder representatives, parents and students of Years 9 and 10 attended an evening workshop on Wednesday 4th December.  It was a unique opportunity to connect and gain information about School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships (SBAT) as well understanding Vocational Education and Training (VET) in general. Mr Bernard Shaw, General Manager of the Glen Innes Severn Council, addressed the audience and explained Council’s aims to achieve a diverse workforce and to encourage all staff to reach their full workplace potential.  He said that he found the evening very interesting and looks forward to working closely with our school…
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