Emerald Secondary College

💙 We still have a small number of Fight MND merchandise items available! 💙

A huge thank you to our school community for getting behind this important cause. We have a limited number of MND beanies, caps and socks still available for purchase from the Front Office:

🧦 Socks – $15
🧢 Caps – $25
💙 Beanies – $25

Every purchase helps support Hills MND Big Freeze and contributes to vital research and support services for people living with Motor Neurone Disease.

Get in quick before they're gone!

🏉🏐 Year 7 Sport 🏐🏉

Fifty of our Year 7 students headed out to represent the college in boys football and girls netball, with a fantastic day had by all!

Congratulations to the boys football team on finishing 2nd overall, and to the girls A netball team who achieved an excellent 3rd place finish. 👏

We are incredibly proud of the teamwork, sportsmanship and effort shown by all students throughout the day. Well done everyone!

❄️ Senior Snow Trip – August 2026 ❄️

Senior students, get ready to hit the slopes! 🏂🎿

We're heading to the snow this August for an exciting day of downhill skiing and snowboarding at Mt Buller. Whether you're a first-timer or already confident on the mountain, this is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a day in the alpine environment with friends.

The trip includes:

🚌 Coach transport
🎿 Lift ticket
⛷️ Ski or snowboard hire
🏔️ Mountain entry
📚 Beginner lesson

💲 Cost: $260
✅ Deposit: $104 due by Wednesday 7 June to secure your place.

⚠️ This event is now open on Compass. Places are limited to just 40 students, so be sure to get your deposit in as soon as possible to avoid missing out.

For further information, please see Marion Donders.

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⚓🐋 Year 12 Outdoor & Environmental Studies Excursion 🐋⚓

Last week, our Year 12 Outdoor and Environmental Studies students travelled into Docklands to board the iconic MV Steve Irwin as special guests.

The now-retired “eco battleship” played a major role in Sea Shepherd’s campaigns to end whaling in the Southern Ocean, physically placing itself between whaling ships and the whales they were protecting.

As part of their studies into environmental conflicts and activism, students explored the different ways groups influence environmental decisions and the lengths some are willing to go to in support of their conservation beliefs.

It was a fascinating and thought-provoking experience that brought classroom learning to life and encouraged students to reflect on passion, courage and environmental responsibility. 🌏

🎶 THIS THURSDAY – ESC Winter Concert! 🎶

Join us this Thursday evening for a fantastic showcase of talent at our annual Winter Concert!

Our student musicians have been working incredibly hard this semester, developing their skills, creativity and confidence. This is a wonderful opportunity for our school community to come together and celebrate their achievements with an evening of live music and entertainment.

📅 Thursday 4 June
🕡 6:30pm
📍 Emerald Performing Arts Centre (EPAC)
🎟 $5 entry or $20 per family

We look forward to seeing students, families and friends there to support our talented performers. 🎵✨

🪨🌿 Year 9/10 Outdoor Education – Caving Adventure! 🌿🪨

Our Year 9/10 Outdoor Education class recently enjoyed an exciting caving experience at Shiprock Falls in Gembrook. Students were challenged both physically and mentally as they explored the caves, worked together as a team, and pushed themselves outside of their comfort zones.

It was fantastic to see everyone supporting one another throughout the day, with many students demonstrating resilience, courage, teamwork, and a willingness to embrace new experiences. Experiences like these help build confidence, problem-solving skills, and strong connections with peers while enjoying the great outdoors.

A fantastic effort by all students involved! 👏

🧊💙 Please help us support everyone taking part in the Hills MND Big Freeze Ice Bucket Challenge!

A special shoutout to our fabulous ESC parents Damien, Esta, Jacqui and Olivia for getting involved and helping raise funds and awareness for such an important cause. We are incredibly proud of our school community for supporting those impacted by Motor Neurone Disease and contributing to vital research and care services.

Every donation makes a difference, please follow the link to donate and support this amazing initiative.

💙 We also have FightMND beanies ($25), socks ($15) and caps ($25) available for purchase from the Front Office, grab yours and help support this important cause!

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THIS SUNDAY!!! Hills MND Big Freeze3!!!

Walk To Paradise - A world free from MND 💙

Starting with a 1pm warm up at the Puffing Billy Park in Emerald, the walk will meander along the walking track to the Paradise Valley Hotel

Waiting for you at the Paradise Valley Hotel will be delicious sausage sizzle, hot/cold drinks, fabulous raffle and the great ICE BUCKET CHALLENGE! ❄️

We have 10 amazing locals who have stepped up to have an icy cold bucket of water poured over their heads....brrrrrr

Thank you to all who will take part in the Ice-Bucket Challenge.
Please show them your support by donating here: https://support.fightmnd.org.au/fundraisers/HillsMNDBigFreeze - where all the challengers are listed 💙

THANK YOU!