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Welcome to the Rosedale Primary School website. Here you will find extensive information about our school and educational programs. Rosedale Primary School was built in 1865 and has a proud history of providing effective educational programs for all students. Rosedale Primary School's 150th anniversary was celebrated in February 2015. We have developed a "Growing For Life" curriculum - Growing Me; Growing Us and Growing the Environment. Our school values underpin all that we do here at Rosedale. The values which form the basis for all of our actions are: Friendship - I will be a friend Learning - I will learn Acceptance - I will be accepting Integrity - I will show integrity Respect - I will be respectful LEARNING is our core business. FRIENDSHIP, ACCEPTANCE, INTEGRITY and RESPECT are important for personal, community and global development. The sustainablity of these values will provide our students with the personal attributes they will need to become responsible and effective citizens of the future. Rosedale Primary School Growing for Life and Growing with FLAIR. With an extremely caring and conscientious staff and modern facilities, we offer an outstanding service in primary education. Co-operation between schools and families is essential and we ask that you share in the education of your child and become part of our school community. As Principal, my door is always open to parents wishing to discuss their child's progress or anything at all related to the school. I welcome and encourage you to become involved as this is the best way to support your children in their learning. Fiona Knight

Portland Secondary College has developed from the amalgamation of Portland High School and Portland Technical School. 1993 was the first year that all students were finally on the same campus in Must Street, which had been the site of the Technical School. Portland Higher Elementary School, with an enrolment of 30 students, was established in 1912 as part of the Palmer Street Primary School. Senior education continued on this site until 1945 when Portland High School was finally established with 192 students. By the time new buildings were built in Julia Street in 1957 and ready to move into, there were already 480 students enrolled. The school continued to grow until 1969 when the enrolment was 800 students. 1970 saw the opening of the Boys Technical School with 65 students. The initial accommodation was in the "Terrapin" building. The school operated in temporary classrooms until 1972. The Terrapin was demolished to make way for the first stage of our building program in 1995. The emphasis at the "Tech" was on the provision of trade and apprentice training. From humble beginnings the school grew to an enrolment of over 450 students in 1976. A major milestone was the introduction of girls in 1983. The two schools, after years of discussion, decided that the best way to provide comprehensive education to the Portland community was to amalgamate on its current site. Hence the formation of Portland Secondary College. 1995 saw the commencement and completion of permanent buildings for library services with the refurbishment of the old gymnasium into an extensive resource centre and the construction of a multi sports stadium for Drama performance, Physical and Sports Education. This latter complex also houses the canteen. Our school has a well equipped Technology centre for the study of food, wood, textiles, automotive, electrical, electronics, welding, plastics and engineering. A Science facility aimed to foster an interest in Science and a curiosity to speculate and explore the world and a Art facility that ...

The core purpose of this school, as defined in the Strategic Plan is: Timboon P-12 School is committed to continuous improvement in our learning and teaching that reflects current and future learning needs. Our school is striving to develop a culture that provides quality learning opportunities with a focus on ensuring that all members of the school community have the best options for success. The school provides a comprehensive curriculum with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy. Daily instruction is based around Learning Intentions, Success Criteria, Quality of Task and Feedback. Our motto of "Strength Through Understanding" guides our daily core business. Curriculum initiatives include the Café Reading Menu, VCOP writing process, daily P-6 Numeracy program, VCAL at years 11 and 12, and a selection of VET subjects. Our varied selection of VCE offerings are made in consultation with students as they prepare for their transition out of school. A comprehensive transition program runs between years P-12 which ensures students are supported in their transition into, through and from school. A Restorative Practice approach is taken when dealing with disruptions throughout the school. Our alignment with 'Kidsmatter' is celebrated annually as a whole school with 'Kid's Matter Day'. Timboon P-12 School is well known for its 'TAP' (Timboon Agriculture Project) program. This program taps into the vibrant agriculture industry that directly involves 70% of our families. A P-12 approach to the teaching of agriculture is encouraged and is extensively supported by local business and the farming community. We offer the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden program and are an 'Asthma Friendly' 'Kids Matter', 'Sun Smart' accredited school. Community partnerships are highly valued by the school. Timboon and District Healthcare services provide a wide variety of health and welfare programs and a joint venture between Timboon P-12 School and the Corangamite Shire has resulted in a School/Community Library and a shared sporting ...