Ballajura Community College

On Thursday 28 May, our Year 11 Applied Information Technology students attended the Indian Ocean Defence and Security Careers Day at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre.

The day gave students the chance to explore real career pathways across defence industry, STEM, maritime, technology and advanced manufacturing. Students enjoyed a wide range of defence stands and trade displays, with plenty of hands-on activities, conversations with industry representatives and a few pieces of free merchandise along the way.

A real highlight was meeting Katherine Bennell-Pegg, Australia’s first female astronaut, who spoke with students as part of the Careers Day program. Students also had the opportunity to speak with representatives from Austal and Rolls-Royce, learning more about future career possibilities in Western Australia.

Thank you to Ms Penny Sidebottom and Ms Natasha Marsh for helping es**rt students on the day.

A proud and worthwhile experience for our Year 11 students.

Darren Smith- Technologies Teacher

On Thursday, 21 May 2026, our Year 8 and 9 students attended The Jack Beasley Foundation presentation, “One Moment – I Live My Life Without a Knife”, during Session 4 in the Performing Arts Centre.

The presentation had a powerful impact on both students and staff, highlighting the importance of making positive choices and the consequences of youth violence.

It was also fantastic to see former BCC students return as WA Police cadets to support and speak with our students throughout the event.

Bevan Anthony- Student Services Manager (Year 7-9)

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📢 Specialist Programs Testing – Important Information

This Round 2 testing session is for all primary school students who are applying for our Specialist Programs for Year 7 in 2027.

📅 Wednesday, 3rd June 2026 | 3:10pm
Students to meet at BCC Main Administration at 3:10pm.

Ballajura Community College will be hosting Round 2 testing for the following 2027 Specialist Programs:

🎓 Academic Curriculum Enrichment (ACE)
https://www.bcc.wa.edu.au/advanced-curriculum-enrichment-ace-program/

🎵 Music Specialist Program
https://www.bcc.wa.edu.au/music-excellence-program/

🏀 Basketball Specialist Program
https://www.bcc.wa.edu.au/basketball-excellence/

🏐 Volleyball Specialist Program (New in 2027!)

Register using the QR code or here:
https://forms.office.com/r/wV23aV3JgX

Congratulations to Ballajura Community College student Cameron (Year 12) on his outstanding performance at the Torian Pro in Queensland.

Cameron competed against some of the best teenage CrossFit athletes in the Oceania region and finished an incredible 5th overall in the competition. Across the event, Cameron achieved:
• Two 2nd place finishes
• One 4th place finish
• Two 6th place finishes
• One 7th place finish

This is an amazing achievement and a testament to Cameron’s dedication, and hard work both inside and outside of school.

We are extremely proud of his efforts and look forward to seeing what he accomplishes next. Well done, Cameron!

On Friday 22 May 2026, we held Choirfest in our performing arts centre. Primary school choirs including Ballajura Primary, Alinjarra Primary and Illawarra Primary school joined us in a celebration of voice and we were also fortunate to have the Illawarra Concert Band perform.

The event was highly successful and left our audience feeling uplifted. We thank everybody who was involved, including our music teachers who’s dedication to their students was very much appreciated. We look forward to showcasing student talent at our next Choirfest in 2027.🎤

Krystal McKnight- Head of Arts

Reconciliation Week at Ballajura Community College was a moorditj (strong) week filled with learning, unity, and cultural pride. In the lead up, the Moorditj abiny Maaman boys made Sorry Day brooches and the Stars Foundation girls baked themed cupcakes.

Students began the week by attending a Sorry Day tree planting and morning tea at the Ballajura Community Garden, where a special Sorry Day sculpture created by former student Patrick Garlett Forrest was unveiled, with thanks to Sam from the Garden for sharing the garden and creating a commemorative space for the Stolen Generation.

Throughout the week, students watched the National Reconciliation Breakfast, made friendship bands in the colours of the Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, and Australian flags, and Year 7 and 8 students joined a virtual history walk created by AIEO Bec Garlett to learn about truth telling and walking together into the future.

Traditional Aboriginal Games led by Mr DeFraine added fun and cultural learning, and many staff contributed to making the week a success. Reconciliation isn’t just one week - it’s something we work on every day to build a better future for all.

Selected Year 10 to 12 students will be invited to attend the National Walk for Reconciliation, scheduled to take place later in the year.

Rebecca Garlett- Aboriginal Islander Education Officer (AIEO)

🌱💚 Celebrating Our Amazing Garden Volunteers! 💚🌱

During Volunteers Week 2026, we would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the incredible volunteers who bring our community garden to life.
From planting seeds and nurturing growth, to sharing knowledge and inspiring our students, your dedication helps our garden (and our community) flourish 🌼

Because of you, our garden is more than just a space - it’s a place of learning, connection, and wellbeing.

👏 We are so grateful for your time, passion, and green thumbs!

Mrs Carmelina La Galia
Manager of Operations

At Ballajura Community College, we are proud to be part of public education - a community that inspires learning, celebrates diversity, and creates opportunities for every student to thrive.
Today, we celebrate our dedicated staff, supportive families, and amazing students who make BCC such a special place to learn and grow. 💙📚

Today is National Public Education Day — a time to celebrate our incredible public schools, and the principals, teachers and support staff who work in them.

Public education brings together children and young people from a range of diverse backgrounds and builds a cohesive community which works as one to create equity, hope, and opportunity.

It provides lifelong benefits to students through access to education, improved health, wellbeing and employment.

That’s something to celebrate! 🎉

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