Year 7 Camp – Halls Gap Adventure
Our Year 7 students recently headed off on an exciting three-day camp to the beautiful Halls Gap in Grampians National Park. After a very long bus ride across Victoria, students finally arrived and were greeted by the stunning mountain views and fresh country air.
Once everyone was settled into their cabins, it was straight into the action! Over the three days, students had the opportunity to challenge themselves, try new things and work together as a team. Activities included hiking through the breath taking Grampians scenery, conquering the heights with abseiling and high ropes, testing their aim with archery, and working collaboratively to build rafts. Students also enjoyed some well-earned downtime with access to the swimming pool.
It was a jam-packed three days filled with adventure, laughter and plenty of memorable moments. It was fantastic to see students encouraging one another, stepping outside their comfort zones and giving every activity a go.
A big thank you to the staff who attended camp and helped make the experience so enjoyable and successful for our Year 7 students. The memories (and tired bus ride home!) will certainly stay with them for a long time.
Year 8 Paddle Boarding Adventure at St Kilda
Our Year 8 students recently took part in an exciting paddle boarding excursion across two days at St Kilda Beach.
Students had the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of stand-up paddle boarding from experienced instructors, developing their balance, coordination, and confidence on the water. After some initial practice, students put their skills to the test by completing a lap around St Kilda Beach.
While there were a few splashes along the way, spirits remained high and students embraced the challenge with enthusiasm. It was fantastic to see everyone supporting one another, stepping outside their comfort zones, and making the most of this unique learning experience.
Overall, the excursion was a great success, with students enjoying a fun-filled (and slightly wet!) day by the bay.
Year 9/10 Japanese Mirai – Pathways Insight Day
On Friday 13 March the Year 9/10 Japanese class headed off to Monash University Clayton Campus. This was not an unlucky Friday 13 for them; they went to hear about concrete examples of pathways young people can have with their Japanese.
‘Mirai’ means ‘future’, and students heard about Working Holidays in Japan, School and University Exchange Programs, and Japanese studies at University.
Along the way they were treated to a taiko drumming performance, played Kahoots against the 650 other students at the event, and of course the final highlight was a bento lunch. Japanese food is always a highlight!
This was an inspiring event with lots of youth speakers talking about their experiences firsthand, and raised a lot of curiosity amongst students as to what they can do in their Japanese studies space in their mirai.
Harmony Day
On Wednesday 18 March, our school community came together to celebrate Harmony Day.
Harmony Day is a time to recognise and celebrate our cultural diversity, while reinforcing the important message that everyone belongs. It provides a valuable opportunity to acknowledge the many backgrounds, languages, and experiences that enrich our school community.
Students were encouraged to wear a splash of orange or their cultural dress to show their support. We thank all students and staff for their enthusiastic participation, which made the day vibrant and full of colour.
Throughout the day, students engaged in a range of activities, and we were proud to showcase artwork from our Year 10 students, promoting inclusion and respect for diversity across our school.
Instrumental Music
A highlight of our recent Open Night was the Fairhills High School Music Ensemble, who performed for parent tour groups throughout the evening. Students showcased the music program beautifully whilst entertaining, and welcoming families as they explored the school. The performance was a lovely reflection of the values we pride ourselves on at Fairhills, and the positive feedback from parents was much appreciated. A big thank you to all the students involved for representing our school so warmly on the night.
The Free Library open again at Fairhills High School
We are excited to announce that the Fairhills High School Free Library is back for 2026!
The Free Library is a wonderful initiative designed to encourage a love of reading across our school community. Open to all students, the library allows students to take a book, share a book, or swap a book — completely free of charge. Whether you’re an avid reader or just looking to try something new, the Free Library is a great way to discover different genres, authors, and stories.
Located in the Year 7 Foyer Area, the Free Library operates on a simple idea: take a book you’d like to read and, when you can, return it or replace it with another book to keep the shelves stocked for others.
In 2026, we are looking forward to expanding the range of books available, including young adult fiction, fantasy, graphic novels, non-fiction, and more.
We warmly welcome donations of books in good condition that would be of interest to our students.
Happy reading, Fairhills!
Fairhills High School Clubs & Activities
After School VCE English Club
When: Tuesdays after school until 4pm
Where: Room S7
VCE English Club is back for 2026. If you want extra help with everything English this is the place to come! You can get help from experienced VCE English teachers and smash English in 2026!
Homework Club
When: Wednesdays, 2:45 – 4:00 PM
Where: Resource Learning Hub
Join us every Wednesday after school in a welcoming space where students can work on homework or class tasks with support available.
All students are encouraged to attend. Homework Club is a great opportunity to stay on top of your learning in a calm, supportive, and inviting environment.
Fairhills Choir
When: Tuesday Lunchtime
Where: Music Classroom
Come down to the music classroom Tuesday Lunchtimes and join in the fun. Chat to any of the music teachers if you have questions.
Japanese Club（日本部）
When: Every second (Week B) Thursday at lunchtime
Where: Room M03
Japanese Club is a place where you can be a curious, creative and confident learner about all things Japanese culture and language.
We are particularly looking for anyone with skills in anything Japanese, so please if you have a skill contact Winstone sensei at jessica.winstone@education.vic.gov.au. Parents very welcome to come share Japanese cultural or language skills if you have them!
However, to come to Japanese Club you don’t need anything but enthusiasm.
The first Japanese Club will run on Thursday March 5 at lunchtime in M03. After that it will run every second Thursday.
楽しみにしています！See you there！
VEX Robotics Competition Teams
When: Tuesdays, 2:45 – 3:45 PM and Friday Lunchtime 1:05 – 1:40 PM
Where: STEM Portable
The VEX Robotics Competition is an engaging, hands-on STEM program where students design, build, and code their own robots to complete specific challenges. It fosters teamwork, problem-solving, and innovation as students compete against other schools in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Hydrogen Car Grand Prix Teams
When: Tuesdays, 2:45 – 3:45 PM and Friday Lunchtime 1:05 – 1:40 PM
Where: STEM Portable
The Hydrogen Car Grand Prix introduces students to renewable energy and sustainable engineering. Teams design, build, and race model cars powered by hydrogen fuel cells, learning about clean energy technologies, aerodynamics, and mechanical systems in a fun and practical way.
