Dear Families,
As we approach the conclusion of another busy and rewarding year at Hampton Park Secondary College, there is much to celebrate and reflect upon. The final weeks of the school year are always an important time as we acknowledge student achievements, celebrate milestones and look ahead to the exciting opportunities that lie ahead.
Over recent weeks, we have enjoyed a number of wonderful occasions celebrating our Year 12 students and recognising the completion of their secondary schooling.
Our Year 12 Final Assembly provided an opportunity for the college community to come together and acknowledge the contributions, achievements and growth of our graduating students. This was followed by Year 12 Celebration Day, where students enjoyed a well-earned opportunity to celebrate their friendships and the many memories created throughout their time at HPSC. A highlight was their excursion to Gumbuya World, which provided plenty of fun, laughter and opportunities to celebrate together.
Our Year 12 Valedictory Evening at Alencia was a particularly special occasion. It was wonderful to see students, families and staff come together to reflect on the journey our graduates have shared and to recognise their individual achievements. We congratulate our Year 12 students and wish them every success as they take their next steps, whether that be university, TAFE, an apprenticeship, traineeship or employment. We encourage them to carry our college values of Respect, Learning and Working Together into the next chapter of their lives.
Final VCE examinations have now commenced, with our students demonstrating a mature, focused and committed approach. We wish all of our Year 12 students well as they complete their examinations and look forward to celebrating their results and future pathways.
Remembrance Day– on 11th November students and staff will stop to commemorate Remembrance Day and to honour those who served and to those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Some of our student leaders will assist with the local Remembrance Day Service in Hampton Park. I wish to thank Ms Gabi Phelan and our student leaders for supporting this important community engagement.
Commencement Program
Following the completion of the Year 12 examinations, our Year 10 and 11 students will undertake their examination program. Immediately following this, our 2027 Commencement Program begins on Monday 23 November. This important program provides students with a focused and purposeful finish to the school year while offering them the opportunity to experience their new classes, meet their teachers and begin preparing for the learning expectations and opportunities of 2027. We encourage all students to approach this program positively and make the most of the opportunity to get a head start on their learning.
A reminder to families of two important dates as we move towards the end of the school year.
Wednesday 18 November – 40th Anniversary Celebration and Year 7 Information Evening
As part of our 40th Anniversary celebrations, we are delighted to welcome back former students and staff to Hampton Park Secondary College. This will be a wonderful opportunity to reconnect, share memories and celebrate four decades of our college’s history. We are particularly excited to welcome members of our foundation years and those who have helped shape the college into the community it is today.
On the same evening, we will also welcome our incoming Year 7 students for 2027 and their families. We look forward to introducing our newest members of the HPSC community and helping them feel confident and excited about beginning their secondary school journey with us.
Curriculum Day
Please note that Friday 20 November is our final Curriculum Day for the year. Students are not required to attend school on this day. Our teachers will be working collaboratively to finalise learning tasks, curriculum planning and class materials in preparation for the 2027 learning program.
This week, our teams from our Soccer Academy headed off to participate in the National Futsal Competition on the Gold Coast. We wish them every success in the tournament throughout the week.
Finishing the Year Positively
As always, our focus remains on ensuring that every student finishes the year positively, with a sense of achievement and confidence in their learning. Our values of Respect, Learning and Working Together continue to guide the way we approach our work and the relationships we build across the college.
Thank you to our staff for their continued dedication, professionalism and commitment to providing the best possible opportunities for our students. To our families, thank you for your ongoing support and partnership throughout the year.
Wayne Haworth
Principal
Hampton Park Secondary College