Principal's Message
It has been a busy and eventful four weeks, as a community, we have achieved some exciting milestones together.
The commitment and resilience from our students and our teachers this term has been nothing short of remarkable. I look forward to the next six weeks which includes welcoming our Year 7 2021 students.
This week Year 12 students will reach an important milestone, ending this chapter before taking on the challenges and joys of their next pathway.
Mobile Phone Policy Changes
At a community engagement meeting with parents and the broader community on 5 November it was unanimously agreed to implement the banning of mobile phones Years 7 - 10 from Term 1 2021. We are currently reviewing access for Years 11 and 12.
From Term 1, 2021 there will be a new mobile phone policy.
The policy means phones brought to school must be switched off and stored securely in a YONDR pouch.
Hastings Secondary College Infrastructure Upgrade
At the Parent Lounge on 5 November facilitated by the P&C Associations, Principals Meaghan Cook and Ian Ross provided an update to registered parents on the Hastings Secondary College Infrastructure Project.
The presentation included:
- a description of the scope of works across both campuses
- an explaination of the timing and proposed staging of works
- an outline of the plans to mitigate student impact on learning
You can view the Hastings Secondary College Infrastructure Project information pack below. More information can be found at the School Infrastructure NSW.
Term 4 Updated Guidelines - COVID-19
Hastings Secondary College along with all other NSW Schools continues to be safe and operations are in line with Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHHPPC) and NSW Health guidelines.
All students are expected to attend their respective campuses unless they are unwell or have a medical certificate to support their absence.
Social Media Advice
Visit www.esafety.gov.au for further advice on apps, social media and online safety issues.
Social Media Alert - A Game called 'Among Us'
This online game has become the go-to Pandemic entertainment of the past few months.
Read all the latest news
- Summer Upskilling for Year 12 students leavers - Read more
- Recognising our Team uniform - Read more
- Hastings Secondary College Boys U14s' Cricket team played Camden Haven High School in Round 2 of the North Coast knockout competition at Vince Inman Field in Laurieton - Read more
- ABC News reports on innovative mental health initiatives on the Mid-North Coast. Read more
- Athletes Foot Campus rebate - Read more
- Multi-Million Dollar school upgrade for Hastings Secondary College and PCYC partnership is launched - Read more
- eLibrary at Port Macquarie Campus - Read more
- Naidoc Week Photo Competition 8 - 15 November - Read more
- School Immunisation Program - Thursday 26 November 2020 - Read more
2021 Book and Equipment Requirements
There are two easy ways to purchase your school books for your child. You can order online and your book pack will arrive at Port Macquarie Campus ready for the first day or you can choose to purchase your book pack and stationery and bring on your first day.
'Sista Connections' launched
Sista Connections is a Aboriginal Girls program focused on empowering Aboriginal women to be leaders and role models of the future. The program provides academic support, empowerment through entrepreneurialism and employment, well-being, and community connections. The program is anchored in the values of: Respect, Personal Best, Resilience and Leadership. Read more
Selection to attend The National Youth Science Forum
Year 11 Port Macquarie Campus students Nina Walters and Mackenzie Toone-Spokes have recently been selected to attend the National Youth Science Forum.
Calculators for sale
Calculators can be purchased from the front office at a cost of $25.
All students in Years 7 to 10 will require a calculator for their Yearly Exam in Week 6. The Maths Department does NOT have enough calculators for every student. Students will be required to provide their own calculator.
Year 7 to 10 End of Course Examinations
End of year examinations will take place from Monday 9 November through to Friday 19 November.
HSC Examination Timetable
For the timetable - Read more
Keep up to date with events and activities in our Port Macquarie-Hastings Community. School holiday activities, sporting clinics, workshops, community groups and creative competitions
- Headspace - National Youth Mental Health Foundation - Newsletter
- Nominate a community champion for the 2021 Port Macquarie-Hastings Australia Day Awards
- Hastings Education Fund - Annual Charity Golf Day
- Rainbow Youth Social and Support Group
- Become a Foster Carer
- Ramsay Art Prize - Supporting Contemporary Artists under 40
- Girls on Fire - Fire & Emergency Services - Applications now open!
