Dear Belridge Community,

As Term 3 unfolds, we’ve already seen a flurry of activity and accomplishments that I’m proud to share with you.

On Wednesday, 25 June 2025, we were honoured to welcome the Governor of Western Australia to our school. His visit focused on road safety and the critical importance of making responsible decisions when driving. Our students engaged thoughtfully in discussions, showing great maturity and awareness.

The College continues to be proud of our students’ achievements across a range of disciplines inside and out of school life. This Term, I would like to congratulate students selected for the Cricket 12s WA State Team -  Zac Page and Kingston Moor (Year 7), our talented highland dancer – Alice Wardlaw (Year 7) and our Shaun Tan Award participants Chelsea Ribeiro (Year 10) and Abedah Swidan (Year 8).  Also Kyla Passmore (Year 9) on having her artwork selected for exhibition in the Joondalup Art Awards.

We also had artworks selected from Year 10 students Ruby Byrne, Salma Swidan and Chelsea Ribeiro that were on display at the prestigious annual St George’s Art Exhibition. This is a wonderful recognition of student creativity and skill at the highest level.

Our Year 7 and 8 students had a fantastic time at the Lightning Carnivals, showcasing teamwork, sportsmanship, and school spirit, and despite the chilly and wild weather, our OED students braved the cold and embraced the adventure working towards their ODE assessments on Camp.

At the start of this term, we undertook our parent information afternoon. For the first time, we moved to an afternoon/evening session to accommodate more families and provide greater flexibility. Thank you to all families who participated in our extended Parent/Teacher Interview day. We’re reviewing feedback and considering whether this longer format should become a regular feature – your thoughts are welcome.

At the start of this Term, we held our final School Development Day of the year.  This was a really useful day for all staff to engage in some quality planning for the remainder of the year as well as focus on some planning towards our whole school priorities. With some significant changes to many learning area curriculums, this time was greatly appreciated.

National School Opinion Survey results are in, and we’re grateful for the feedback from our community.  On our Parent Survey, 17/20 statements exceeded our school target of 3.6/5, with the remaining 3 scoring 3.5/5. The valuable feedback from students, staff, and parents continues to guide our growth and improvement as a school community.

Our Hydrogen Grand Prix (H2GP) Girls’ Team are revving for an exciting international journey to Germany this week. Their innovation and teamwork have earned them this incredible opportunity – we wish them all the best and look forward to sharing their journey with you in the next newsletter.

Mark your calendars for these exciting upcoming events this term:

• Dance Showcase – Thursday, 28 August 2025 6:00pm
• Athletics Carnival – Friday, 5 September 2025 - All Day 
• Music Showcase – Wednesday, 10 September 2025 6:00pm
• Twilight Tours – Tuesday, 16 September 2025 3:30pm
• Specialist Netball Trials, 2026 Entry – Tuesday, 16 September 2025 3:30pm
• Drama Production 'Mean Girls' - Tuesday, 16 September 2025 6:00pm

Enrolments are steadily rolling in for next year. If you haven’t yet submitted your application, we encourage you to do so as soon as possible to secure your place to ensure we have the best possible timetable, support and staff in place for your child.

Thank you for your continued support and engagement with the College.

Warm regards,

Mrs Sharon Lyon
Principal

Term 3 is rolling on, students have been settling into their studies and participating in a range of in-school activities and excursions. I was fortunate to attend the ‘Adopt a Beach’ excursion to Sorrento beach with Mrs Green, Mr Gibbs and Year 8 Science_1.

Students joined City of Joondalup staff and volunteers from the local environmental ‘coast care’ group. Adopt a Beach helps students gain a deeper understanding of the vital role coastal and marine ecosystems play, along with the sustainability challenges they face - such as ocean plastic pollution, beach erosion, population pressures and climate change. Students made a meaningful impact on our local beaches by actively participating in conservation work, including planting native seedlings, removing invasive species and beach clean-ups.   Everyone pitched in to record an impressive total of over 600 seedlings being planted on the foredunes just north of the Sorrento Surf Club.

The CTP (Career Taster Program), under Mr Mouritz’s leadership, continues to provide a wide variety of excursions for students in Year 9, designed to give students an experience in a range of industries and TAFE courses preparing students for these careers. Year 9 students also attended the Perth Skills West Careers and Employment Expo, held at the at Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre. Students enjoyed the opportunity to gain employment and training related material from over 160 employment and training representatives, which will assist with their individual career pathway planning, along with the chance to directly speak and network with training and employment providers.

On the sporting field, the Year 7 Lightning Carnival was held on Thursday, 31 July 2025, with Belridge Secondary College fielding teams in basketball, volleyball, netball, soccer and AFL football.  The carnival took place on a fine and sunny day, and by all accounts students behaved impeccably and participated in all sports with enthusiasm and skill.

We timetable so that Years 7 and 8 students cycle through a range of Semester long ‘electives’ so that they gain exposure to the range of learning activities in the Arts and Technology Learning Areas, providing an experience base for making course selections in Years 9 and 10.   Year 8 and 9 students recently completed the selection of their 2026 electives, which run for the whole academic year, providing a learning base for further studies in subjects of interest during senior school years.

The Arts Department puts on three big performances this month – ‘Illuminate’, the College’s Dance Showcase, will take place on Thursday, 28 August 2025from 6:00pm.  This promises to be a fantastic evening, as the girls have been training hard with their teacher and choreographer, Jessica Pesti and will be performing some amazing dance routines.  Tickets are selling fast, grab yours via online link on website.

Music (guitar) students recently performed at the Classical Guitar Ensemble Festival at Carine Senior High School with their instrumental teacher, Kylie Walpole and were awarded an outstanding ranking by the adjudicators, the highest ranking they can bestow.

Parents and friends will be able to hear them, and other talented music students on Wednesday 10 September 2025, at 6:00pm at the College’s annual Music Concert, to be held in the Auditorium. Visual Arts students’ artwork will also be on display during Weeks 7 and 8.  And finally, our drama students are rehearsing hard for their annual Production ‘Mean Girls’ on Tuesday, 16 September 2025.

Mr Carlos Notarpietro 
Deputy Principal - Years 7, 8 and 9 

Subject Selections for 2025 

Thank you to all students who have completed their Subject Selections and returned their Selection Report forms. This has allowed us to build the 2026 grid to accommodate as many people as possible. If there are any current Year 11 students who have not returned their Selection Report form, please do so ASAP. If you are planning on making a change to any of your courses, please see Mr Cheeseman.  

Year 10 students wanting advice on University, TAFE or Career pathways are asked to please see Mr Cheeseman or Mr Smith. 

Year 12 ATAR students 

The Year 12 Mock Exam Schedule and WACE Exam Schedule is now out. 

WACE Exam Schedule can be found on the SCSA page or click the link below. 

WACE Written Exam Schedule  

Note: Any student who does not sit the WACE exam will not receive any recognition for doing that course and will not count towards their WACE and ATAR score. 

TISC Early Offers

If you are planning on applying for an early offer to University and have not done so yet, please see Mr Cheeseman asap. For those who have already done so, the following dates will apply to you.

The five WA universities have agreed that early offers to Year 12 students will not be made before September. If you apply before this date, you will not receive an offer until this date has passed. 

Early Offers will be made on set dates, that is, early offer rounds. These dates are: 

• Monday, 1 September 2025
• Monday, 22 September 2025
• Monday, 13 October 2025
• Monday, 24 November 2025
• Wednesday, 3 December 2025 

The universities will email the advice on these days. You will be able to view if an offer has been made on our website the next day.  For more information on Early Offers click the link below. 

Early Offers for 2026 

Preparation for upcoming Exams 

Earlier this year, the College purchased a subscription for ATAR students to access online specific course support for their ATAR classes. Students have their own login and access to lectures, lessons, Powerpoints and videos all focusing on the Year 12 ATAR content. I encourage all students to utilise this resource to help prepare for the upcoming exams.  

ATAR Support Link 

ASPIRE Breakfast 

The first ASPRIE Breakfast for the Year 11 ATAR students will be held on Wednesday, 3 September 2025.  Any student in Year 11 doing 4 or more ATAR courses will be required to attend a breakfast at school commencing at 7:30am. This will be held in the staff room and will include special presenters. Students will finish school at 1:40pm that day. 

The final ASPIRE Breakfast for Year 12 ATAR students will be held on Wednesday, 17 September 2025 in the staff room. Students will finish school at 1:40pm that day. This is a chance to thank and farewell staff. 

Workplace Learning 

Students in Year 12 who still require a number of hours for their work placement will be going out during Weeks 7 and 8.  All other students (General Courses, Certificate Courses and ATAR Courses) are required to attend their classes as normal. 

Attendance for Year 12 students in Term 4  

The following Year 12 students are required to attend school in the first week of Term 4: 

• All ATAR students – Only attend their ATAR classes 

• Certificate Courses – Students who have not completed their Certificate coursework must attend each day until signed off by their teacher. 

Year 11 Exams  

The Year 11 exams will be taking place during Weeks 6 and 7 of next term. Students are encouraged to be preparing for them now and not leave it until the last couple of weeks. 

ATAR English students have access to ATAR Support which has been paid for by the College. 

ATAR Support Link 

This is a valuable resource and compliments to fantastic work done by our wonderful teachers. Students are also required to be prepared for study on Wednesday Lunchtimes and Period 5. This is designated time to work with other students in that particular course to build a greater understanding of the concepts. 

Thank you.

Mr Louis Cheeseman
Deputy Principal – Senior School 

Hey everyone! I’m Jake and I’m the Youth Worker at Belridge Secondary College. What makes this role extra special to me is that I used to walk these very same halls as a student - not always on my best behaviour, but always full of potential (even if I didn’t know it at the time).

Back then, a Chaplain/Youth Worker at this school took the time to believe in me. He helped me see that I was capable of more than I gave myself credit for that if I set my mind to something, I could achieve it. That support changed my life; it’s a part of the reason I have two degrees (something I never imagined possible) and it is exactly why I am here today.

My goal is simple: to be that same encouraging presence and warmth for today’s students. Whether you’re flying high or figuring things out, I want you to know you’re not alone and that your future is full of possibility.

I engage with students both one-on-one at school clubs and in larger group-based settings. If you have concerns about your child or feel they may benefit from a chat, I accept self-referrals from parents, students and teachers.

As a Youth Worker contracted through Anglicare WA, I am provided with a wealth of resources and support from Anglicare for both students and their families. I can provide support in information for referrals to services, with services ranging from counselling, parenting support, emergency relief and family and domestic violence support.

My big picture is to engage the school as a whole, bring different people together and host a variety of events and activities that help build relationships between students and teachers. Term 2 saw a Junior League of Mario Kart being held every Tuesday and Thursday.  We are now planning to incorporate a Senior and Teacher league this term.

Whether flying high or figuring things out, I want the young people at Belridge Secondary College to know they aren't alone and that their future is full of possibility.

Mr Jake Wilson
Student Services Youth Worker 

Rock Climbing Club!

Jake (our awesome Youth Worker) and Ms Collins have kicked off a brand-new Rock Climbing Club on Thursday afternoons from 3.15pm-4.00pm. It’s the perfect chance to:

• Learn a new skill
• Challenge yourself
• Conquer new heights
• Meet new friends

If you are keen to get climbing, please see Jake for a permission form in Student Services (Tuesday-Thursday). Don’t miss out – the wall is waiting for you!

Celebrating National Science Week 2025

National Science Week was celebrated during Week 4 with students exploring the blueprint of life – DNA! Students enjoyed cracking the genetic code and creating their own personalised DNA bracelets.

Celebrating this year’s theme, ‘Decoding the Universe’ our library had a special collection on display – featuring books that unravel the mysteries of DNA, space, physics and more!

A huge thank you to all who participated and made Science Week a success. The Science Department are thrilled to announce the winners:

Winning Forms - Science Week 2025 Kahoot Quiz
7.01, 8.05, 9.01 and 11.01

Student engagement in Scientific reading:
Congratulations to Hasib Ahmadi in Year 7

Student Scientists of the Week:
Year 7: Alice Wardlow
Year 8: Kianah Russell
Year 9: Madeleine Crichton
Year 10: Karis Udy
Year 11: Mackenzie Sanders
Year 12: Kiera Orlov

Year 7 Ecology Exploration in Science

Students in Year 7 have been using sampling techniques and specialised ecology equipment to investigate how abiotic factors can influence the distribution of living organisms in habitats around the school grounds.

Mrs Leonie Bilbie
Acting HOLA - Science Learning Area 

Photos featuring Sophie Arnold and Kyla Notman

The Arts:
Term 3 Highlights & Upcoming Events

Dance

Our talented and hard-working Dance students have had an outstanding year so far, competing in DanceLife Unite and School to Stage. They performed with passion, earning second place in DanceLife and receiving glowing feedback from the judges at the 2025 School to Stage Competition.

Next, we present our spectacular Dance Showcase ‘Illuminate’, featuring choreography from students across all year groups. This year we’re excited to debut a primary school matinee, giving our youngest audience members the chance to be inspired by live performance.

A heartfelt thank you to Mrs Pesti, our dance students, and their families for the dedication and creativity behind this year’s vision.

• Dance Matinee for Primary Schools – Thursday, 28 August 2025 (Week 6)
• Dance Showcase – Illuminate – Thursday, 28 August 2025, 6pm (Week 6)

Don’t miss out - order your tickets HERE

Visual Arts & Design

On Friday, 27 June 2025 Upper School Visual Art and Design students visited The Art Gallery of Western Australia to explore the Pulse Exhibition – an inspiring collection of the very best student works from across WA – along with a diverse range of past and contemporary artworks. Students returned brimming with ideas for their own projects.

The Arts are proud to celebrate the following achievements:

• Kyla Passmore (Year 9) artwork selected for exhibition at the Joondalup Art Awards.
• Salma Swidan, Ruby Byrne and Chelsea Ribeiro (Year 10) artworks selected for the annual St George’s Art Exhibition (from 19 to 27 July 2025).
• Chelsea Ribeiro (Year 10) 2nd place in the Shaun Tan Art Award 2025
• Abedah Swidan (Year 8) artwork selected for Shaun Tan exhibition 2025

As highlighted above, Year 10 student, Chelsea Ribeiro, won second place in the prestigious Shaun Tan Award for Young Artists! Her charcoal artwork, Tentacles of Thought, blends a typewriter and an octopus in a bold, creative piece that wowed the judges. A huge congratulations to Chelsea on this amazing achievement! For more information visit: Shaun Tan Award for Young Artists | City of Subiaco

Chelsea Ribeiro (Year 10)

Annual St George's Art Exhibition 

A special thanks to Ms Lindsay (Teacher - Arts) for running our popular afterschool Art Club, providing students with a creative space to explore and make art beyond the classroom.

Save the Date for our Visual Artwork Exhibition during Weeks 8 and 9 this term, where artworks will be displayed in our Performing Arts Centre.

Elite Music Program

The Music Department has been alive with rehearsals from our afterschool band, choir, and classical guitar ensemble. Students are now preparing for the Classical Guitar Festival and our annual Music Showcase.

A big thank you to Mr Offszanka for running the afterschool band and choir programs, helping our students reach new heights in performance. Students interested in joining should see Mr Offszanka or Ms Verschoor in the PA office.

• Classical Guitar Festival – Saturday, 16 August 2025
• Music Showcase – Wednesday 10 September 2025 (Week 8) – gold coin entry

Classical Guitar Ensemble Festival 

A shoutout to our wonderful guitar ensemble who performed at the Classical Guitar Ensemble Festival on Sunday, 17 August 2025 at Carine Senior High School. Students performed First Encounter, Live Wire and Smells Like Teen Spirit and were awarded an outstanding ranking by the adjudicators - the highest ranking they can bestow. 

Congratulations to the following students and their Director and Instrumental teacher, Kylie Walpole. 

Year 7	Jesse Flux, Emily Mucha, Sophia Rabon and Logan Morel-Wilder
Year 8	Madison Izard and Zaden Mayne
Year 9	Emily Aspinall and Alex Rusly
Year 10	Kian Mayne
Year 11	Hayley Rogers and Dexter Cooper

Classical Guitar Ensemble Festival 2025

Mr Zachary Offszanka
Teacher - Music 

Drama

Our Upper School Drama students are set to deliver a high-energy performance of Mean Girls – packed with talent, and plenty of pink!  The production will host both an evening show and a school matinee.  All friends and family are invited to join us for a great night of entertainment.

Earlier this year, students attended Hoods and a professional production of Legally Blonde, taking inspiration to create their own home-grown magic.

• Mean Girls – Evening Performance – Tuesday, 16 September 2025 (Week 9)
• Mean Girls – School Matinee – Friday 19 September 2025 Period 4 (Week 9) 

Looking Ahead – Term 4

Fashion / Arts Showcase – Wednesday, 3 December 2025 (Week 8).

Mrs Annemarie Verschoor
HOLA - The Arts

Year 9 AEP Students Engineer the Future at ECU

On Tuesday, 19 August 2025, our 9SCI1 AEP students had the opportunity to experience two hands-on workshops during their second session of the ECU CREATE program at Edith Cowan University.

Hosted by ECU's School of Engineering, this experience is designed to give young secondary students a practical introduction to engineering and technology. The program aims to inspire and inform students as they begin to consider their upper-school subject choices in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths) fields.

Our students eagerly participated in both workshops. First, they put their creativity and problem-solving skills to the test in a competitive bridge-building competition, learning firsthand about structural design and teamwork. Following that, they explored cutting-edge science in a workshop on water membranes, discovering how innovative technology is used to tackle real-world challenges like water purification.

It was an exciting day, providing students with a valuable glimpse into the diverse world of engineering. 

Joan Orr
Teacher - Year 9 AEP Science

Belridge Beats DJ Class

The Belridge Beats class has resumed for Semester 2 with students continuing to learn about some of the important skills involved in DJing. This has included preparing and mixing a variety of music genres, setting up speaker systems and setting up lights. Students also put their skills in to practice by providing music for school events such as the NAIDOC Week activities and preparing for our upcoming Athletics Carnival. Classes are held on Tuesdays after school.

If you would like to join the class, grab a sign-up sheet from either Students Services or the Library, or speak to Mr O’Neil.

Mr Steve O’Neil
Teacher – Digital Technologies

2025 PBF Presentation and Governor's Visit

As part of the Keys for Life Driver Education program run during Terms 1 and 2 for our Year 10's, Belridge Secondary College hosted a visit from a guest speaker from PBF (Paraplegic Benefit Fund) as well as a very special guest, His Excellency the Honourable Chris Dawson, the Governor of Western Australia. The presentation is aimed at increasing students' awareness of their responsibilities, and the consequences of their decisions while learning to drive.

Our Year 10’s were fortunate enough to have the Governor address the cohort directly and share his long and distinguished experience as a WA Police Officer. He recounted some harrowing yet impactful experiences from his career, highlighting the importance of students making responsible decisions on the road not just for themselves, but also for their peers and the wider community. The Governor then introduced Mik Francis, PBF's guest speaker, to share his story with the group.

Mik spoke about the road accident that caused his life-altering injury, leaving him partially paralysed and wheelchair-bound, and the decisions he and others made leading up to the crash. It was an insightful and emotional story that would have left a lasting impression on our students. While learning about these kinds of consequences in class, it's invaluable for students to hear firsthand accounts from those who have lived these experiences.

Special thanks to the Student Councillors who welcomed the Governor to the College. The behaviour and respect shown by our students was exemplary. All sat silently during the presentation, and some asked very mature and insightful questions. All students are to be commended for the way in which they represented themselves and the College.

Mr Jarrad Timu
Teacher - Health & Physical Education 

AEP - Adopt a Beach 

On Tuesday, 1 July 2025, twenty Year 8 Science AEP students travelled to Sorrento Beach, braving the weather to participate in sand dune regeneration.

Students made a meaningful impact at Sorrento, planting 600 native seedlings in an hour and a half. This valuable conservation work will help to hold sand at Sorrento beach, reducing beach erosion (a soft engineering technique). Students have been encouraged to revisit the site in future to see the development of the seedlings and dunes.

This fieldwork links to this year's AEP Showcase theme Restoring the Environment, where students will present on ways to restore landforms and landscapes, restoring liveability. The 2025 AEP Showcase will be held on Monday, 3 November 2025 – details to follow.  

Mrs Claire Green
Teacher - Humanities and Social Sciences
and AEP Coordinator

ATSI

NAIDOC Week is a time to celebrate the histories, cultures and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. It's held each year during the first full week of July and is an important annual event where everyone is invited to join in the celebrations. As NAIDOC Week fell during the school holidays, Belridge Secondary College students and staff celebrated and participated in activities throughout Week 10 of Term 2.

Students participated in classroom activities and tasks with a focus around the 2025 theme of Strength, Vision & Legacy, learning about influential Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and how we can all build a stronger Australia. Students also made NAIDOC bracelets and participated in the NAIDOC poster colouring-in competition during Form classes.

Monday break time provided an opportunity for students to sample traditional Australian meats and spices, including Kangaroo, Crocodile, Emu, and beef flavoured with native peppers. On Wednesday we all enjoyed live DJ sets during break times featuring music by Indigenous artists and were awed by a fantastic story-telling performance of the Honey Bee by a number our Follow the Dream students and tutors.

Our Follow the Dream lower school students created a sand mural, taking inspiration from the NAIDOC 2025 poster and carrying on the theme ‘Bridging Now to Next’ from National Reconciliation Week earlier in the Term.

The sand mural is a boab tree with three limbs representing the current leaders (strength), the youth (vision), and past generations (legacy). The sun above is shining the way forward, surrounded by good spirits keeping their culture strong.

Mr Ben Dawkins
Head of Student Services - Marlins
ATSI Coordinator

VET and Workplace Learning

Year 12 students achieve Certificate IV in School Based Education Support

At the end of Term 2, we proudly celebrated the incredible achievement of our students who have successfully completed their Certificate IV in School-Based Education Support!

These dedicated individuals have spent the past 18 months immersed in learning, completing projects, and gaining hands-on experience through placements at local primary schools.

This qualification opens exciting doors—whether stepping into roles as Education Assistants or continuing their journey toward becoming primary or secondary school teachers.

A huge congratulations to all our graduates on this milestone! And a heartfelt thank you to Himani, from Skills Strategies International, for her unwavering support and mentorship throughout their journey.

Mr Adam Smith
Program Coordinator - Senior School Pathways

White Card Training 

We are pleased to announce another set of students successfully completed their White Card Training Course at school, delivered by Paragon Training. This brings the number of students who have completed this program, which verifies they have completed basic occupational health and safety (OHS) training, to over 110 in the last 18 months. This qualifies them to work on construction sites, which is one of the first steps in pursuing a career in this industry. Congratulations to all students who have been proactive commitment to creating real pathway opportunities for themselves. Other students who are interested in this industry, and are yet to complete their White Card Training, are encouraged to look out for future Connect notices which will advertise further opportunities to complete the course.

Mr Adam Smith
Program Coordinator - Senior School Pathways

Try-A-Trade

Belridge Secondary College had 16 students complete a Bricklaying and Carpentry Try-A-Trade Program with Skill Hire early Term 3. Funded by the Construction Training Fund (CTF), our students applied their skills in constructing a pergola. Students developed practical and technical skills whilst working as a team to complete this engaging, and fun, project.  We congratulate them for completing this program, which is certificated, and thank the CTF and Skill Hire for continuing to provide such wonderful initiatives for our learners. Please continue to check Connect notices and with the Career Hub at school for future opportunities. 

Mr Adam Smith
Program Coordinator - Senior School Pathways

Applications Open! Vocational Education and Training delivered in Secondary Students (VETDSS) – 2025 Course List released for 2026

Vocational Education and Training Delivered to Secondary Students (VETDSS) is a program delivered to Year 10, 11 and 12 school students as part of the Western Australian Certificate of Education. Students enrolled in a VETDSS course attend either a North or South Metropolitan TAFE campus (subject to course offerings) one or two days per week to complete a Certificate II, III or IV in a field that they see as a potential pathway.

Both North and South Metropolitan TAFE offer a range of courses and pre-apprenticeships as part of the VETDSS programs in the following industries: 

• Sport
• Creative Industries
• Healthcare, Beauty and Nursing
• Construction
• Automotive
• Education
• Engineering and Mining
• Horticulture
• Hospitality

The full course lists have been published on the respective Year Group Connect pages. These VETDSS courses allow students to:

• Develop industry-specific skills
• Gain nationally recognised VET qualifications and units of competency while completing your Western Australian Certificate of Education
• Develop employability skills
• Gain an understanding of the world of work, providing valuable experience to assist with planning and pursuing your career pathways.

Any student from Years 9, 10 or 11 that are interested in applying for one of these great opportunities are encouraged to come and speak with Mr Smith, Program Coordinator – Senior School Pathways, beforehand. 

Mr Adam Smith
Program Coordinator - Senior School Pathways

Cooking Up a Storm - Year 9 Career Taster 

On Monday, 11 August 2025 a small group of Year 9 students had the opportunity to visit Joondalup’s North Metropolitan TAFE campus to participate in the ‘Cooking Up a Storm’ commercial cookery event. Students chose to be involved in the excursion so that they could gain an idea of what working in a commercial kitchen at TAFE is like.  The excursion was part of the Year 9 Career Taster Program, which has been designed to provide students with exposure to industry and workplaces of interest. Attendance was based on an expression of interest basis, with numerous students unfortunately missing out on the event, due to high interest in the commercial cooking field. 

Once the day’s itinerary was explained, students were escorted to one of the site’s commercial kitchens and introduced to their lecturer, Chef Claire, who instructs Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, which is the qualification apprentices complete to become professional chefs. Students were attired in clothing suitable for the kitchen environment, including long pants, enclosed shoes and long hair tied back. They were also provided with a hair cover and plastic apron. Students were informed that they would be preparing a sticky date pudding from scratch, topped with a glazed fig and butterscotch sauce. Students were excited to prepare the meal but were mainly motivated by the realisation that they would be able to eat the yummy dessert at the end of the day!

During the day, students were taught about the importance of kitchen hygiene and instructed in the proper use of a range of kitchen utensils and machinery, including the commercial mixers and ovens, which required significant instruction to operate. They also had the opportunity to purchase food from the nearby café, which is stocked by meals prepared in the commercial kitchens at TAFE. Students worked in pairs to prepare their meals, with their communication and collaboration skills put on great display. At the end of the event students did a great job cleaning their workspaces and they were rewarded with tasting their amazing creation, topped with a range of chocolate coated decorations. They also had plenty of leftovers for their friends and family to enjoy once they got home.

Mr Ashley Mouritz
Career Practitioner

‘Get Into Resources’ Mining Exploration Day

Forty Year 10 students attended the annual ‘Get Into Resources’ mining exploration day, held at North Metropolitan TAFE’s East Perth campus on Thursday, 3 July 2025. Attendees all volunteered to attend the excursion, as the event is designed to expose students to training and employment opportunities in the mining and resources sectors. Students participated in a range of hands-on and information-based sessions, that provided them with insight into the resources sector. Students were also informed of the many job opportunities and multiple VET and university pathway options they can pursue to gain employment in the industry.

Highlights of the day included:

• Students hearing real life stories from a range of people employed in the resources sector
• Networking with training and employment providers during the career expo
• Students using teamwork to engineer an efficient ‘egg drop’ mechanism
• Students having a go at the drilling and shot firing mining simulators, and;
• Students taking away a range of freebies from employers such as the Gold Industry Group, BHP and Rio Tinto.

At the end of the event students were reminded of the importance of making informed career related decisions and to continue to seek out resources they can use to develop a suitable and meaningful individual career pathway on completion of their secondary studies. Unsurprisingly many attendees have plans to pursue employment in the resources sector.

Mr Ashley Mouritz
Career Practitioner

Skills West Career and Employment Expo
24 and 25 July (Week 1)

A group of 50 Year 9 students and 30 Year 11 and 12 Career and Enterprise students recently attended the annual Skills West Career and Employment Expo, held at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre. The event is WA’s biggest career and employment based- event, with over 160 exhibitors providing training and employment information. The excursion was organised and supported by the College’s Career Practitioner - Ashley Mouritz, Program Coordinator Senior School Pathways - Adam Smith and Education Assistant - Nicole Miller. The event allowed students to directly network with a wide range of training and employment providers. Attendees also had the opportunity to:

• Gain free career advice.
• Enjoy the career seminars.
• Learn how to write a winning resume.
• Talk with key organisations at the Construction Training Fund’s Construction Hub.
• Speak with members of the Australian Defence Force.
• Experience the 'Try a Skill' Interactive Displays; and
• See the WA WorldSkills Regional Competition.

Students spent the afternoon navigating their way through each exhibitor’s stand. Students benefitted from the opportunity to directly source tertiary course information from a range of TAFE, university, and private training providers; as well as directly network with some of Australia’s well-known government and private employers. It was great to see so many of our students confidently ask for information, advice, and access resources to take away with them for future reference. At the end of the event students were reminded of the importance of making informed career related decisions and to continue to seek out resources they can use to develop a suitable and meaningful individual career pathway on completion of their secondary studies.

Mr Ashley Mouritz
Career Practitioner

Ready, Set, Go!

Students have been participating in the pre-carnival events which commenced this week. See website for timetable of PRE-CARNIVAL EVENTS.  All students are welcome to participate. Points go towards Individual Champion Points, House Points and the opportunity to represent the school in the forthcoming Interschool Athletics Carnival early Term 4. 

Athletics Carnival is scheduled for Friday, 5 September 2025. Go to NEWS/EVENTS on our website for the Carnival Day timetable and arrangements for the day. The program for the day will be published closer to event date. 

Belridge House Basketball Heats Up! 

Term 2's House Basketball competition was packed with energy, skill, and serious school spirit! With a huge number of teams entering from Years 7–12, the courts were buzzing all term long.

The standard of play was outstanding, with several younger teams making deep runs into the finals — showing that the future of Belridge basketball is bright!

The grand final was an absolute nail-biter, featuring last year’s champions — Will Parker, Patrick Oulton, Mark Tobin and Beau Sharpe — up against another talented Year 12 team of Lachy Pugh, Connor Atherden, Blair Hille, Sammy Dickerson, and Kieran Gray.

The reigning champs jumped out to a 7–2 lead (first to 10 wins), but the challengers clawed their way back to 9–9 before the final bucket sealed the deal.

Final Score: 10–9

Back-to-back champions!

Huge congratulations to all students involved and a special shoutout to our repeat champs — legends on the court!

Belridge Dominates at Champion Schools Volleyball Carnival

On Thursday, 19 June 2025, Belridge Secondary College made history at this year’s Champion Schools Volleyball Carnival, nominating a record-breaking six senior school teams — four female and two male — the highest number of teams the College has ever entered.

It was a day to remember, with our College dominating the competition and claiming victory in four of the six divisions.  

RESULTS

• Girls A Division – Runners Up
• Girls B Division – Champions
• Girls C Division – Champions
• Boys B Division – Champions
• Boys C Division – Champions

The Girls A Division team delivered a stellar performance, falling just short in the grand final against a Mount Lawley team packed with state-level talent. Their achievement in reaching the A grade grand final marks them as the most successful girls’ team in Belridge Secondary College volleyball history - a result they should be incredibly proud of.

The Girls B Division side showed nerves of steel, winning back-to-back thrillers in the semi-final and grand final. Their energy, excitement, and momentum carried them all the way to a well-deserved championship.

The Girls C Division team, made up entirely of Year 11 students attending their first volleyball carnival, tied for top spot with two other schools. Thanks to a superior percentage, they were crowned champions — a fantastic result for a young and enthusiastic team.

On the Boys’ side, the Boys B Division team was a dominant force, going through the day undefeated. They played a dynamic and disciplined brand of volleyball that impressed all who watched.

The Boys C Division team dropped just one match throughout the carnival and cruised to a grand final victory with a polished and commanding performance.

All students represented Belridge Secondary College with pride and sportsmanship. Their commitment to training, willingness to give up recess and lunch times, and the support they showed each other on and off the court was outstanding.

Congratulations to all players involved — a brilliant day for Belridge volleyball!

Mr Brent Jarvis-Spinks
2IC Student Services
Teacher - Health & Physical Education

Last Man Standing House Cricket Recap

Our second annual Last Man Standing House Cricket Competition was a hit! With eight teams from Years 7 to 12 (plus a fearless staff team), the elimination format brought high energy and big moments.

Defending champs - the Year 10 Manta Rays - were knocked out early, opening the field for a thrilling tournament. In the semi's, the Year 9 Manta Rays upset the Year 12s, while the Staff Team outplayed the Year 12 Sharks to book their grand final spot.

The final was a nail-biter, but the Staff Team clinched a tight win over the spirited Year 9’s. A huge shoutout to everyone who played and showed great House pride and sportsmanship throughout! 

Year 9 House Champs 2025 - Last Man Standing Cricket Competition 

Principal’s Cup - Off to a Cracking Start! 

The first event in the Principal’s Cup series saw the Year 12 students take on the staff in a fiery basketball battle. The staff jumped out to an early lead, but the Year 12’s, led by Patty “The Postman” Oulton, came roaring back with back-to-back-to-back buckets to steal the win!

Despite strong efforts from Mr “Dunkin” Dawkins and Mr “Splash” Ogilvie, the students claimed victory 12–7 in a thrilling opening match.

Next stop: the volleyball court! Can the staff even the series?

Principal’s Cup – Volleyball Showdown Levels the Series! 

The second event of the Principal’s Cup challenge served up an absolute treat on Tuesday, 1 July 2025, as the Year 12 students took on the staff in a high-stakes volleyball clash. With the staff looking to bounce back after their narrow loss in the opening basketball encounter, the pressure was on – and they certainly delivered.

In front of an enthusiastic crowd, both teams showcased impressive skill and spirit. The staff’s experience and composure under pressure proved vital, taking out the first set 15–12 in a tightly contested battle. The second set was even more dramatic, with the score locked at 14–14. With everything on the line, the staff held their nerve to claim the final point and seal the match 2 sets to 0.

Special mentions go to Ms Currie and Mrs Radinger, who were standouts for the staff with their precision, poise, and on-court leadership. While the students played with passion and flair, they were ultimately outmatched by the polished and well-drilled staff side.

A big thank you to all players, organisers, and spectators who made the event such a success. With the series now tied at 1–1, all eyes turn to the next event in the Principal’s Cup challenge!

Mr Brent Jarvis-Spinks
2IC Student Services
Teacher - Health & Physical Education

NEXT GAME IN THE SERIES
TUESDAY, 26 AUGUST 2025- RECESS
SPORT: NETBALL 

Specialist Netball Program 

FAST 5 Netball Carnival 2025

What a day! A huge congratulations to all students who played, umpired, scored or cheered from the sidelines in our annual FAST 5 Netball Carnival held on Thursday, 3 July 2025. After a very wet night and start to the morning, the skies cleared and we were treated to a full day of fun, energy and some seriously impressive netball.

FINAL PLACINGS AND HOUSE POINTS
1st Place – Marlins (500 house points)
2nd Place – Manta Rays (300 house points)
3rd Place – Sharks (150 house points)

MOST 3-POINT SHOTS - Manta Rays (100 bonus house points)

MOST VALUABLE PLAYERS (50 house points + 20 PIP each):

• Mackenzie Eiffler (Year 7 – Manta Rays)
• Maya Kelly (Year 12 – Marlins)
• Isla Sharp (Year 8 – Marlins)
• Rosie Nolan (Year 11 – Sharks)

The House colours and team spirit were present, with costumes getting bigger, bolder and brighter every year! Well done to everyone who got involved and made it such a fantastic event.

BEST DRESSED WINNERS (15 PIP each):

• Rylee Herangi (Year 12) and Tara Diersen (Year 10) – Manta Rays
• Jasmine Rees-Mogg (Year 9) and Katana Fullston (Year 9) – Marlins
• Olivia Keys (Yera 7) and Isla O’Leary (Year 7) – Sharks

A big thank you to all staff who came down to support. Your presence means the world to the students. The spirit, skills and smiles on show were a true reflection of our amazing Netball Academy and wider school community.

Elimination Day Carnival

WOW! What a day…

On Wednesday, 6 August 2025 Belridge Secondary College took 7 teams out of our 11 to the Elimination Day Carnival (as a result of finishing top of their zone at the SSWA carnivals back in Term 2).

• Across the carnival, our teams played 39 games, finishing with 29 wins and 2 draws - an incredible effort.
• 6 out of the 7 teams made it to the quarter finals, as a result of winning all 5 games, including their crossovers.
• 4 teams were unfortunately knocked out in the quarters, but that still places them somewhere between 5th and 8th in the State - a massive achievement to be proud of.
• Our Year 10 girls pulled off a nail-biting 18–17 win over Rockingham in their quarter final and will now progress to the State Finals on 20th August at Gold Netball Centre (and currently sitting in the Top 4 in the State)

A special shoutout to our Year 8 Boys team – made up of Blade Randall (Year 8) from the Specialist Netball Program and a bunch of our Year 8 Cricketers in their first year of playing netball. This team made it all the way to the GRAND FINAL competing against Aveley and took the win 16–7, making them the State Champions for Year 7–8 Boys!

Still, our biggest win of the day was how well our 80 students represented the College with outstanding behaviour, sportsmanship, and pride throughout the entire carnival. The staff are so proud of how they carried themselves on and off the court, and how high the quality of play was.

Finally, thank you to students who assisted as umpires and helpers, Mr Cheeseman, Ms Hunt and our former Prac Students; Miss Toth and Miss Cook (who returned to help on the day).  These events cannot be run without you all.

Ms Janneke Markovic
Specialist Netball Program Coordinator
Teacher - Health & Physical Education

Year 7 Lightning Carnival - Volleyball

What a fantastic day for Belridge Secondary College's Year 7 volleyball teams! The girls did an amazing job representing the school at the recent carnival, with some even playing volleyball for the very first time. They quickly got the hang of the game, delivering some great serves and participating in several impressive, long rallies.

Both of our teams should be incredibly proud of their performance. The students showed excellent sportsmanship, constantly encouraging and supporting each other throughout the day. Well done, girls!

Ms Tiffany Collins
Teacher - Health & Physical Education 

Year 7 Lightning Carnival – Netball

Our Year 7 Netballers shone brightly at the Lightning Carnival on Friday, 31 August 2025, with the sun out and spirits high, joining 34 teams from schools including Ashdale, Alkimos, Butler, Duncraig, Joseph Banks, Kinross, Ocean Reef, and Wanneroo.

All three Belridge Secondary College teams demonstrated fantastic effort, teamwork, and school pride throughout the day.

• Team 1 had an outstanding day, finishing undefeated with dominant performances across all six games. Their determination, sportsmanship, and cohesion on court were a credit to the Belridge Netball Program.
• Team 2, which included a mix of Netball Academy and mainstream students, faced some tough competition but walked away with two solid wins. The team showed fantastic resilience, improvement throughout the day, and a strong sense of camaraderie – a true example of Belridge grit and growth mindset!
• Team 3 took on the Carnival with energy and enthusiasm. Their outstanding sportsmanship, encouragement of one another, and pride in representing the school were clear highlights of the day.

A massive well done to all players for their energy, commitment, and positive attitudes. A big thank you to the Year 8’s who came and helped with umpiring and scoring. You all represented Belridge Secondary College with pride on and off the court.

Ms Janneke Markovic
Specialist Netball Program Coordinator
Teacher - Health & Physical Education

Year 8 Girls Lightning Carnival - Volleyball

What a fantastic day for Belridge Secondary College's Year 8 girls volleyball teams! Our students represented the school exceptionally well at the recent carnival at Ossie Indoor Beach Volleyball. With four teams competing, the day was filled with awesome rallies and excellent team spirit from everyone.

Two of our teams fought their way to the semifinals and were victorious, securing their spot in the finals. Belridge Team 2 played a nail-biting grand final against Kinross College, ultimately losing by just two points. It was an incredible effort, and they should be proud of their second-place finish.

Meanwhile, Belridge Team 1 faced off against Ocean Reef for fifth place, winning their match and ending the day on a high note.

A huge congratulations to all the girls who competed!

Year 10 Dinner Dance - A Night to Remember

On Wednesday, 2 July 2025, our Year 10 students traded in their uniforms for suits, dresses, and dazzling smiles as they celebrated the much-anticipated Year 10 Dinner Dance at the stunning AQWA venue.

The evening began with exclusive access to the aquarium, where students were invited to wander through the magical underwater exhibits between 6:00pm and 6:30pm. The calming blue lights and marine life set the tone for what would be a truly memorable night.

At 6:30pm, students entered the beautifully set main ballroom, where the atmosphere quickly turned electric. From the moment the music started, the dance floor was never empty – our students danced the night away with energy and enthusiasm that was an absolute credit to them all.

The night was made even more special with an incredible menu, a spectacular donut wall, and plenty of fun with props and costumes, as students paraded and posed, capturing memories with their friends.

A special highlight of the evening came from the venue’s Manager, who commented that it was the most well-behaved and respectful group of students they had ever hosted – a fantastic reflection of the character and maturity of our Year 10 cohort.

A big thank you goes to all the staff who attended and supported the evening. Events like these simply wouldn’t be possible without your time and care.

Well done to all involved – it was truly a night to remember!

Mr Brent Jarvis-Spinks
2IC Student Services
Teacher - Health & Physical Education

A NIGHT NOT TO BE MISSED!

We are thrilled to announce that tickets for our 2025 Dance Showcase 'Illuminate' are now on sale! Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring stunning performances by our talented Dance students and Elite Dance Company members.

This is your chance to witness the passion, precision and creativity that make Belridge Dance students' shine.

BOOK YOUR TICKETS NOW!

https://events.humanitix.com/illuminate-dance-showcase-pkjp8jyn

Free RAC Community Presentation - E-scooters
Thursday, 2 October 2025 6pm-7pm

E-scooters are becoming more popular, but do you know the laws, safety risks and what to look for when purchasing one? RAC will be facilitating a free presentation, open to all community members who want to make informed decisions before purchasing an e-scooter for themselves or their kids. Get expert advice on legal requirements, safety precautions and better understand the benefits and risks of e-scooters. Register HERE

Free Tackers Sailing Experience is an opportunity for kids aged from 7 to 12 years old to have a go at sailing a Tackers boat in the safe, protected waters of Hillarys Boat Harbour (near the foot bridge).

Qualified instructors and assistants will be in the water with the sailors, guiding and helping them to have a fun-filled exciting experience on the water.

No previous sailing experience is required, and they don't need to be a member of a sailing or yacht club to participate, to have a go. It's FUN! It's FREE!

Download Future Engineers Application Form here: 

FEP_2025_Student_Application_Form.pdf

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Are you the parent or caregiver of a young person aged 12-18 years? We want to hear from you!

The freshSNAP team, together with Curtin University Master of Dietetics students, is developing practical nutrition resources to help families encourage healthy eating habits among their teens.

We’re looking to hear from parents and caregivers of young people aged 12–18 about the challenges you face in promoting healthy eating at home. By completing our quick 5-minute survey, you can help us design tailored support that truly reflects your experiences. 

ACCESS THE SURVEY HERE

City of Joondalup - RYDE Program

Are you aged 16+ and have your learners permit? Are you struggling to complete your 50 hours of supervised driving experience? The City of Joondalup Youth Services have the Regional Youth Driver Education Program (RYDE) which helps you to complete your accompanied driving hours. For more information see the flyer  below or visit joondalup.wa.gov.au or contact Youth Services on 9400 4218.

Register Now!

VacSwim enrolments for both October and summer (December/January) holidays are now open! Secure your child's spot for essential school holiday swimming lessons. Book early to avoid missing out, as venues close once at full capacity.