On Saturday evening, we hosted the final show of The Wedding Singer, a collaboration between the staff at Santa Maria College in Northcote and Parade College. It was a wonderful show with many students from both schools showcasing their amazing talents, both on stage and behind the scenes.
A sincere thank you to all the students, along with the amazing staff who worked tirelessly with the students to produce a very entertaining show. We certainly look forward to 2026.
Mother’s Day was celebrated on Sunday 11 May. In recognition of this special day, the College hosted a Mother’s Day breakfast on Tuesday 13 May in the Greening Auditorium. There were greater numbers in attendance this year, and this meant we had to move the breakfast to the larger venue. Three of our amazing students shared heartfelt reflections on the important role their mum’s play in their lives and this was acknowledged by the entire gathering. Our wonderful Parents of Parent (POP) committee members, with the support of our staff, ensured everything ran smoothly. We look forward to a bigger event in 2026.
The Term 2 College Assembly was held on Friday 9 May. Our opening prayer celebrated the Feast of Edmund Rice and the importance of Edmund’s story to the history of Parade College. Our community welcomed and presented a ‘Distinguished Old Paradian’ award to Alessandro Antonello, who completed Year 12 in 2003. Alessandro was the Academic and Debating Prefect, Malouf Trophy winner for General Excellence and subject prize winner for History Revolutions, Legals Studies and Texts and Traditions. Since leaving school Alessandro has had a distinguished academic career. He is currently Senior Lecturer and Associate Professor in Environmental History at the University of Tasmania, which he commenced this year. Prior to this appointment he was a senior research fellow at Flinders University (2020-2024), a Post doctoral Fellow at University of Melbourne (2016-2019), US National Science Foundation funded Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Oregon (2014-2016). Alessandro was awarded his PhD in 2014 from ANU. He was also a Visiting Fellow at the Centre of Environmental Humanities at the University of Bristol in 2023. Alessandro’s main area of Research interest has been the environmental and international histories of Antarctica, the cryosphere, world oceans and other marine environments in the 20th and 21st century. A most worthy distinguished Old Paradian.
New student leaders across Years 7 to 11 were also acknowledged, along with our Lower House Captains and Vice Captains at Year 9. We congratulate these students on their wonderful achievements and look forward to their positive contributions to Parade in 2025.
As many of our students approach their examination period, it is important for us to continue to remind them to maintain a positive perspective. It is natural for students to feel some level of nervousness about their upcoming examinations. Our conversations with them should focus on encouraging our students to view this time as a valuable learning opportunity rather than simply trying to achieve a particular assessment grade. The real value lies in what each student discovers about their learning process, their strengths, and areas where they can continue to improve. Ask your child what they found interesting in their revision, what challenged them, or what they feel more confident about now than they did weeks ago. Encourage them to seek support from their teachers when they are uncertain or need clarification. Together as we support our students it is important that we recognise their effort and commitment to their studies as part of the learning process. Further information regarding Year 8 to 11 examinations can be found in the relevant year level sections of the College Newsletter.
Friday 20 June has been designated as a student-free day due to the finalisation of reports.
Following the Year 8 to 11 examination period, Semester Two will commence on 23 June. Students will have access to their updated timetables on SIMON from 21 June.
Year 10 Bundoora and Year 11 VCE students will have exams in all subjects.
Year 10 and 11 examinations will be held from Monday 2 June until Monday 16 June. All students are required to wear their correct full school uniform in all examinations. Sport uniform may not be worn, except by those involved in ACC Sport on the day of the exam.
Year 10 students will return to school for regular timetabled classes and exam feedback on Tuesday 17 June. This will be a student free day for Year 11 VCE students as they may be required to sit the GAT on this day.
Year 11 students will return to regular timetabled classes and exam feedback on Wednesday 18 June.
Note: Year 10 and 11 students are required to attend school for only the times of their examinations plus 30 minutes prior. There will be no Tutor Group during the exam period for Year 10s and 11s.
Study halls will be available in the NLC for any student remaining at school during normal school hours. If a student does not attend a Year 10 or 11 examination, if possible, it will be rescheduled only for approved school events (e.g. ACC Sport) or upon presentation of a medical certificate. Similarly, some students may have an exam clash, which can be rescheduled in consultation with Mr Fogarty. Please see the SIMON Daily Messages for the process for rescheduling exams. For any questions regarding the Year 10-11 exam period, please contact Mr James Fogarty, Dean of Learning Years 10 to 12.
The Nano Nagle tutoring program, which sees high-achieving Old Paradian students from the Class of 2024 tutoring our current VCE students, continues in Term 2. Having settled into the expectations of their senior classes, the tutoring program is now open to Year 10 students as well as all VCE students. The program will run on every Tuesday and Thursday this term, from 3:30pm to 4:25pm in the VCE Study Centre (MQ28). The only afternoon in Term 2 when the program will not run is Tuesday 17 June (the day of the GAT). Students who attend are welcome to receive help or simply study in the area. This is a great opportunity for VCE students to get extra assistance in meeting the demands of the final years of their schooling.
The GAT is scheduled for Tuesday 17 June, and will be held in the Greening Auditorium. All Year 12 VCE and Year 12 VCE VM students (including Year 12 Sport Academy) complete the GAT, as well as Year 11 students accelerating in a Unit 3-4 subject. Students can get a sense of the types of questions included in the GAT via the VCAA website.
Students who are absent for a SAC are reminded to obtain a medical certificate, to present to their teacher upon their return. Generally, missed SACs are rescheduled to Thursday afternoons and can go as late as 5:15pm, so students should avoid scheduling part-time work or other commitments on this day.
Important information for Year 10 families interested in their child being enrolled in the VCE Vocational Major for 2026, including the Sport Academy and Business Academy programs, can be found in the VCE VM section of this newsletter.
Year 8 and 9 preparation and exams will commence from 9 June. Students should be encouraged to allocate time not only for homework, but to revise for the semester examinations as well. At the recent year level assemblies, students were presented with a variety of study approaches and tips.
Along with encouraging your child to consider Homework Club, we seek your support in creating a distraction-free environment for when your child studies.
The following Year 8 subjects will have an examination in both semesters this year.
The following Year 9 subjects will have an examination in both semesters this year.
Year 8: Monday 16 June – Wednesday 18 June
Year 9: Monday 16 June – Thursday 19 June
Note:
Unfortunately, missed examinations are unlikely to be rescheduled. If your child is absent due to illness, please email Nadia Bonvicino with a copy of the medical certificate. If your child is absent for another reason (example – bereavement), please communicate that accordingly. In such cases, the grade of X-Special Circumstances may be awarded. Students who do miss an examination should ask their subject teacher for a copy of the paper once the exam period has ended, they can complete the paper at home for feedback.
Please contact Ms Nadia Bonvicino, Dean of Learning - Years 7 to 9, if you have questions regarding Year 8 or 9 examinations.
The subject selection process occurs during Term 3. In response to some early enquiries, please see below some key information regarding subject selection.
More information will be available closer to Term 3.
On the morning of Wednesday 21 May, most of our Year 12 students attended a powerful and thought-provoking Gambling Awareness Presentation, an initiative organised by our Year 12 Wellbeing Prefect Committee - Luka Morabito B01, Jamie Geneopoulos T04 and William Beadle B06.
The Wellbeing Prefects are dedicated to addressing issues that impact the health and wellbeing of our student community. One area of increasing concern among young people is gambling and the associated risks, including financial harm, addiction, and mental health challenges. As student leaders, they recognised the importance of providing their peers with education and support around this topic.
The presentation featured Missy Ali, Senior Health Promotion Officer from Gambler’s Help, and a lived experience speaker who shared his compelling story of gambling addiction. His personal journey provided deep insight into the consequences of gambling and the impact it can have on individuals and families.
In addition to raising awareness, the session highlighted the importance of help-seeking behaviours and offered a range of resources for students who may be affected or know someone who is:
A Note for Parents and Guardians
Families play a key role in helping young people navigate the challenges of gambling. Open, non-judgemental conversations at home can make a significant difference. Some tips for talking with your child include:
This initiative reflects the thoughtful leadership of our Wellbeing Prefects and our ongoing commitment to promoting student wellbeing through education, awareness, and early intervention.
We invite all interested Year 9 (2025) families and Bundoora Campus Year 10 (2025) families to attend a VCE VM Information Evening at Bundoora Campus on Thursday 12 June. This evening will provide valuable information about our 2026 VCE VM and Year 10 ERPP program options.
There will be two different information sessions occurring on 12 June.
4:15 pm Session
5:30 pm Session
The duration of each session will be approximately 45 minutes. Families interested in attending the evening are asked to click on the following link to select session and the total number of seats you require.
Sessions will occur in the Greening Auditorium at Parade College's Bundoora Campus.
Please note:
For any questions regarding ERPP and VCE VM, please contact me at tegan.hopkins@parade.vic.edu.au or our College Career Advisors at https://www.paradecollegecareers.com.au
All Year 12 VCE VM including Sport Academy Students based at Bundoora Campus will sit the General Achievement Test (GAT) on Tuesday 17 June at the Greening Auditorium, Bundoora Campus.
VCE VM students who are not enrolled in any VCE or scored VCE VET Unit 3–4 sequences will only complete Section A of the test. This section assesses literacy and numeracy through a 2-part writing task.
The GAT plays a crucial role by enabling students to demonstrate that they meet the Victorian Literacy and Numeracy Standards required at the senior secondary level. No special study is needed, past learning in Literacy and Numeracy will support students in completing the test. Each student will receive a GAT Statement of Results, which will indicate whether they have met the literacy and numeracy standards.
For further details, please refer to official communication from the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA).
Our Work Learning Program runs from 23 June to 4 July. Students must ensure all paperwork is submitted to Mr Hosking or Ms Hopkins — these are now overdue.
Opportunities can be found via the School to Work portal: https://workplacements.education.vic.gov.au/ and students are encouraged to share any leads via email.
We are always looking for supportive employers! If you own a business or can offer a placement and have a Working with Children Check, please email Tegan Hopkins at Tegan.hopkins@parade.vic.edu.au for more information.
At Parade College's Preston Campus, students in the Business Academy are not just learning about enterprise and leadership, they are living it. Hugh Russell H10B, AJ Morgan H10B, and Eden Akers H10B, three passionate Year 11 students currently completing their Certificate III in Community Services, have embraced the opportunity to give back and grow through real-world experience. The Certificate III in Community Services equips students with essential communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills while providing insight into real-world social and community issues. These foundations are valuable for students interested in socially responsible business, social enterprise, or future studies in business and community-focused careers.
Hugh Russell - “We love going out to serve the community. It is more than just a course; it is something that is teaching us life skills we will use forever.”
As part of their placement, the students have been supporting students at Sacred Heart Primary School in Preston. Whether it is lending a hand in the classroom, organising activities, or simply being a positive presence, their involvement is making a genuine impact.
AJ Morgan - “Helping younger kids is really rewarding. You can see how much they appreciate it, and we have learned a lot about patience, communication, and responsibility.”
The Business Academy has opened doors not only to service opportunities but also to future aspirations. All three students are aiming for direct university entry into La Trobe in 2027, a goal made more achievable thanks to their practical experience and academic preparation.
Eden Akers - “This program has shown us how to be leaders in the community. It has helped shape who we want to be.”
With a strong foundation of service, skills, and dedication, the future looks bright for these young Paradians. Thank you to their teacher Ms Sahar Gally who has been supporting our students as part of their VET Cert II Community Services subject.
As we conclude our second Extended Learning Project, please note these key dates:
Following examinations, students will begin their four Learning-4-Life blocks on 25 June.
As part of our Year 9 ExCEL program, all students will participate in a series of personal development Learning-4- Life subjects. Learning-4-Life subjects are two weeks in length each and focus on life skills that are aimed to help prepare our students for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Subject and room allocations have been emailed to students. Please ensure your child attends the correct campus on these dates:
Block |
Week 1 |
Week 2 |
L4L- 1 |
25 June |
2 July |
L4L- 2 |
23 July |
30 July |
L4L- 3 |
6 August |
13 August |
L4L- 4 |
20 August |
27 August |
Last Friday 23 May was a student free day which hopefully provided some valuable rest time for all our students. On this day, all staff engaged in Professional Learning. Please see some of the expert presenters our staff engaged with to continue enhancing student wellbeing experiences at Parade College. Some of the key area focuses were led by Dr. Tom Brunzell – Increasing Self-Regulation and Focus for Secondary Students, Self-Regulatory Strategies, and techniques for staff to promote focus and on-task learning, also empowering our students through consistent strategies. The Mancave Keynote Address by Lucy Barrat raised awareness of Boys' Challenges: Current issues faced by boys, including online influences.
Social media has become such an integral part of a teenager’s life that it can cause anxiety and lower their self-esteem. Modern teens are learning to do most of their communication whilst looking at a screen instead of another person. They are missing out on very critical social skills. According to our staff survey and discussions with staff, the College’s updated mobile phone policy and procedures has benefited the engagement for students in their classrooms and social interactions on the yard. Further information regarding digital reputation can be found here
If your child travels to and from school on a charter bus equipped with seat belts, please remind them to wear their seat belt securely for the entire journey. This is an important safety measure and legislation to help protect all students.
To ensure a safe and respectful environment for everyone on board:
Staff members on duty at the bus bays will also remind students to buckle up as they board the buses each afternoon. Student Leaders and House Committee members also assist by reporting unsafe behaviours on the Charter Bus network to their House Leader/ Tutor Teacher.
Thank you for your continued support in keeping our students safe and respectful while traveling.
As our Year 12 students approach the end of their school journey, we are committed to supporting them through this important transition. Throughout the year, students will receive guidance and information to help them prepare for what is next - whether that’s study, work, or other pathways.
Later this year, Year 12 students will take part in seminars on safe partying and road safety, aimed at promoting smart and safe decision-making.
We also encourage students and families to explore resources offered by Headspace, which provides practical advice and strategies for navigating life beyond secondary school.
https://headspace.org.au/explore-topics/for-young-people/leaving-secondary-school/
Parents and carers can register for Headspace’s free online webinar to learn more about supporting young people through this phase.
This month, we were pleased to welcome Evolve Education to address our Year 7 cohort, where they delivered an engaging and interactive workshop focused on online safety and digital wellbeing.
The session was designed to equip our young men with essential skills for navigating the digital world responsibly and confidently. Through real-life scenarios, group discussions, and practical strategies, students explored key aspects of digital citizenship, including:
Workshops like these are a vital part of our commitment to student wellbeing and digital literacy. We thank Evolve Education for their expertise and for helping our students become safer, more respectful, and more thoughtful digital citizens.
On Thursday 31 July, Year 10 students will be involved in an all-day seminar with Your Choicez. All Year 10 students at Bundoora and Preston will participate in this all-day school incursion. Preston students are to make their own way to Bundoora Campus on the morning of this seminar, as they would when they have trade-based subjects.
In preparation for the student seminar, parents and guardians have an opportunity to participate in a Your Choicez web event hosted by Dave Kobler on Monday 30 June 2025. Details to register your interest and a link to the seminar will be provided to parents closer to event.
The Your Choicez seminar is an important part of the development of our students at Parade College. We have hosted presenter David Kobler at Parade College over many years where he has spoken to parents about the issues covered with our students and provided advice on guidance around how parents can approach many of these topics. Through presentations, groups discussions and break out reflection sessions, the seminar will cover the topics of Relationships, Sexual Decision Making, Pornography, Consent + Sexual Ethics, Identity + Pressures and Love.
At the end of the day students will be able to:
Clay Target Shooting
The Parade Clay Target team competed well in the recent championship at the prestigious Melbourne Gun Club. Our top shooters were Year 11 students Massimo Contarino H10A and Michael Bonacci H04 who destroyed more than half of their targets over three disciplines on the day. We had a fantastic turnout from our Parade families on the day in support of our athletes!
Thank you also to Mr. Derek Rylah and Mr. Matthew Byrne for assisting with the smooth coordination of the day.
Socceroos Trials
Current Year 12 students Roland Ballah H02, and Lachlan Charles T05 have been trialling for the Under 18’s Socceroos in recent weeks.
As a result, Lachlan has been selected for the Australia U18 Squad, for UEFA Friendship Cup 2025. This is to be held in Nyon, Switzerland from 30 May – 11 June.
We would like to congratulate both students on their wonderful achievements. The link for the squad is below.
https://www.footballaustralia.com.au/news/australia-u18-squad-selected-uefa-friendship-cup-2025
This term has been a busy and successful one for our music students. From strong performances at Generations in Jazz to wrapping up our production of The Wedding Singer, there has been plenty happening across all areas of our music program. As we reach the midpoint of the term, it is a perfect time to reflect on the incredible achievements and hard work of our music students.
At the start of May our College Big Band travelled to Mount Gambier with Mr Watson, Ms Calia, and Mr Saragossi to compete at Generations in Jazz. I am pleased to say they performed particularly well and placed second in their division against over 40 other schools. Kit Adlard Year 12 B03, on trumpet, and Luca Caporale Year 10 L07, on guitar were chosen for the competition’s Super Band, which is a selection in each division of the best students on each instrument. Well done to everyone who performed and to our students who conducted themselves extremely well over the weekend.
Students have attended two rehearsals this term for ACCent on Music. ACCent on Music sees all ACC schools collaborate in a joint concert at Hamer Hall in September. Joint rehearsals began at the end of Term 1 and will continue into Term 3. This is a great opportunity for our students to engage with musicians from other schools and participate in a combined concert that will feature up to 600 musicians.
We have just finished our show-run for The Wedding Singer; our annual musical production with Santa Maria College. The show was a great success, and our students performed brilliantly. With a cast and crew of over 150 students and staff this team effort was the result of everyone’s commitment and expertise. Special mention must be made to our lead actors – Luca Caporale Year 10 L07, Christian Dang Year 11 L04, Lucas Scicluna Year 12 B08 and Marcus Rao Year 11 N01, who did us proud. Well done to Kit Adlard Year 12 B03 who performed in the band and to Orlando Saltalamacchia Year 11 T05, and Christian D'Aprano Year 12 T02 who headed up our backstage crew. There are too many names to mention everybody, and our sincere thanks goes out to everyone for making this experience a wonderful memory for all involved.
Our student band, The Liffeys, are to be congratulated for being selected for the Top 9 Grand Final of the Harwyn Rocking the Nation battle of the bands competition. They competed against entries from across all of Australia and are up against some strong competition. The Grand Final will take place on Sunday 10 August at the Alexander Theatre. The Liffeys are comprised of Noah La Torre Year 10, H08, Angus Tucker Year 12, L04, and Luca Caporale Year 10 L07. We wish them all the be best in the lead up to the event.
As Term 2 continues we wish our students and families all the best for the upcoming weeks. A reminder that students can sign up for music lessons via this link or the sign-up sheet on the College website. Please do not hesitate to contact the Music Department via music@parade.vic.edu.au with any questions.
Over the last 3 weeks half of the Year 11 Touchstones students have been actively involved in volunteering either at the College working on various projects, or at some of the local community organisations, such as Big Group Hug, Scared Heart and Vinnies Op Shops. They have represented themselves and the College admirably, and I have received excellent feedback from the participating agencies about their attitude, engagement, and contribution. Many have gained a greater awareness of the needs of many less fortunate and have responded with empathy.
The Big Group Hug located in Thomastown is a great initiative that I was fortunate to be a part of. Some key highlights of the day included unboxing donated goods, speaking with the volunteers about their role for the organisation and assembling children's strollers. It was a great experience, and I encourage students of the future to assist the organisation by lending a helping hand and/or donating.
Blake Turnbull Year 11 T08
I participated in was Community Action’s Eddy’s Backpacks project where filled backpacks are donated to foster children that are often taken out of their homes with no notice as it may be dangerous for them to stay.
During my 3-week period of volunteering I did many tasks such as packing backpacks and writing a letter to go in the bag. I helped to sort through donations. I really enjoyed what I was doing as it made me feel I had accomplished something worthwhile. It is nice working for an important organisation, and it makes me feel happy that these resources are going to good use.
Christian Galgano Year 11 B03
Overall, our project to plan a winter coat and blanket donation campaign seemed like a very simple task, however, we were kept busy, from implementing creativity in making posters and decorating the boxes, to researching and learning about the facts of rough sleepers in Melbourne. We learned a lot.
There are thousands of rough sleepers in Melbourne, and it takes a collective effort to fix this major issue. With our campaign boxes we are giving our Parade community the opportunity to donate their second-hand winter coats, warm hoodies, and blankets to rough sleepers. Homelessness is an issue that will sadly always be present, although collecting warm winter coats does help to make the very cold Melbourne winter more bearable for those on the street, there are still many things that must be done by all of us, the government, and other leaders to ensure an end of this problem.
Sam Materia Year 11 T02 and Luke Gheno Year 11 N01
I worked on the Handover HeARTwork for my volunteering. The Handover HeARTwork Project is an initiative that links schools, craft groups and local communities with hospitals and palliative care units. We decorated brown bags and wrote messages to the families who may have lost loved ones who were in palliative care.
It has an impact of allowing small acts of creativity and compassion to provide emotional support during difficult times.
Most people who have participated in this are secondary schools, local artists, community craft groups and individuals.
Noah Colaci Year 11 L04
There has been a lot of activity in the NLC this month with the Fuse Cup Beatsaber team, consisting of Sathyan Muhunthan Year 7 L16, Xavier Tsioulos Year 9 L19, Hayden Stella Year 7 B19, Alex Stella Year 9 B12, Kaylan Ranasinghe Year 7 N11, Jordan Peiris Year 7 B11, Noah Litsos Year 7 B16, and Manuka Manannalage Year 7 H15, donned the VR goggles to get some last minute team training before heading off to Strathcona Girl’s Grammar on 6 June for the Interschool Championships. If victorious in these state heats, the teams will move onto the National championships. Wish them luck.
The students and staff have smashed the semester reading challenge of 126,500 minutes only a few weeks into Term 2 and are on track to potentially reach 200,000 minutes. There are always opportunities to take part in additional challenges such as the “Winter is Coming” challenge, where students simply need to log 300 minutes for the month of June. That is just 10 minutes a day! All these minutes count towards the 2025 reading challenge where big prizes are on offer.
The podcasting Club has begun with great success, with more than 30 students signing up in the first few weeks. Some groups have already been in to record several episodes during recess and lunch time. There are regular meetings on Friday lunchtimes to complete the training required to take part, and then students can record during recess and lunchtimes.
This is just one of many clubs that run at lunchtime during the week. See the club times below:
Monday - Games Club in the FIRE Carrier room
Tuesday - TTRPG in the Fire Carrier Room
Tuesday - Juggling in the Heidelberg Room
Thursday - Pokémon (card players) Club in the Innovation Lab
Friday - Podcasting in Fire Carrier Room and upstairs Multimedia Lab when recording.
New members welcomed at all clubs
One member of the Pokémon Club took part in an exciting competition, outlined below in Mr Di Pastena’s report.
On Saturday 17 May, Year 7 student Atharva Siddhartha Ganesh N16 took part in the Pokémon Regional Championships in Melbourne, competing in the highly competitive Video Game Championships (VGC). With over 400 participants across three age divisions, Atharva achieved an impressive 19th place in the Seniors Division, an outstanding result, particularly in his debut tournament.
It was a demanding and rewarding day of competition, and we are incredibly proud of Atharva's dedication, strategic skill, and sportsmanship. Please join us in congratulating him on this remarkable accomplishment. We look forward to seeing his continued growth and success as a competitor in future events.
Year 7 applications for 2027 and beyond are now being accepted. If you have a younger son in Year 5 and wish to enrol for Year 7 2027, please note that applications close on Friday 15 August 2025.
Parade College follows the enrolment dates set by the Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools, and applications must be submitted in accordance with the College’s enrolment process and within the key dates.
To enrol your child please visit the College website.
For information and assistance please do not hesitate to contact the Enrolments Office via enrol@parade.vic.edu.au
Our Family Tours are a fantastic way for prospective students to see our College in action. Tours are held from 9:10am to 10:45am, with Term 2 dates as follows:
Bookings can be made via the College website.
For primary school students in Years 3, 4 or 5, the Snapshot Program allows students to experience an area of Parade College for an afternoon. Running after school between 3:45pm to 5:00pm, prospective students can register to attend one of the following workshops:
Tuesday 3 June – Sustainability
Tuesday 10 June – Sport
Tuesday 17 June – Science
Interested families can register their child’s participation via the College website.
All Year 10 students from Bundoora Campus will be undertaking Work Experience from 17 to 20 November. Students are required to find their own Work Experience by contacting workplaces of interest. This can be done via email, phone calls or face-to-face contact.
Students can meet with Mrs Bult or Ms Barnes if they are having difficulty finding a placement. Students, parents/carers, and employers are required to complete the Work Experience Arrangement Form.
It is compulsory for all Year 12 students to meet with a Careers Advisor to discuss pathway options for 2026 and beyond. Students can use the following link to make an appointment. https://www.paradecollegecareers.com.au/
Early offer programs allow students to access a conditional offer to their chosen institution ahead of receiving their results. Students apply for and receive an offer for a course before the main offer rounds at the end of the year. Early entry is often (but not always) merit-based, for students who stand out above the crowd with things like:
La Trobe, Swinburne, ACU, RMIT and Victoria University all offer Early Entry programs and students will be emailed dates and information as soon as programs open.
Year 12 students have all been emailed a document about Early Entry programs.
VTAC opens for student registrations on 28 July. All Year 12 students will have the opportunity to understand the registration process by attending a compulsory assembly with Mr Fogarty and Ms Bult early in Term 3.
All students in Year 9 will be involved in the Career Voyager program. This program will run as part of the Excel program. It is one of the Learning for Life subjects. Students will have the opportunity to attend an excursion to La Trobe University and undertake a tour of the campus and attend an information session in one of the lecture theatres.
Students will also complete the Morrisby Profile. This is a comprehensive career decision support tool that helps individuals explore and understand their aptitudes, interests, and personality to identify potential career paths. The resulting profile provides a range of career and study suggestions that align with an individual's abilities and interests. Further information will be emailed to students and emailed to parents.
On Saturday evening, we hosted the final show of The Wedding Singer, a collaboration between the staff at Santa Maria College in Northcote and Parade College. It was a wonderful show with many students from both schools showcasing their amazing talents, both on stage and behind the scenes.
A sincere thank you to all the students, along with the amazing staff who worked tirelessly with the students to produce a very entertaining show. We certainly look forward to 2026.
Mother’s Day was celebrated on Sunday 11 May. In recognition of this special day, the College hosted a Mother’s Day breakfast on Tuesday 13 May in the Greening Auditorium. There were greater numbers in attendance this year, and this meant we had to move the breakfast to the larger venue. Three of our amazing students shared heartfelt reflections on the important role their mum’s play in their lives and this was acknowledged by the entire gathering. Our wonderful Parents of Parent (POP) committee members, with the support of our staff, ensured everything ran smoothly. We look forward to a bigger event in 2026.
The Term 2 College Assembly was held on Friday 9 May. Our opening prayer celebrated the Feast of Edmund Rice and the importance of Edmund’s story to the history of Parade College. Our community welcomed and presented a ‘Distinguished Old Paradian’ award to Alessandro Antonello, who completed Year 12 in 2003. Alessandro was the Academic and Debating Prefect, Malouf Trophy winner for General Excellence and subject prize winner for History Revolutions, Legals Studies and Texts and Traditions. Since leaving school Alessandro has had a distinguished academic career. He is currently Senior Lecturer and Associate Professor in Environmental History at the University of Tasmania, which he commenced this year. Prior to this appointment he was a senior research fellow at Flinders University (2020-2024), a Post doctoral Fellow at University of Melbourne (2016-2019), US National Science Foundation funded Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Oregon (2014-2016). Alessandro was awarded his PhD in 2014 from ANU. He was also a Visiting Fellow at the Centre of Environmental Humanities at the University of Bristol in 2023. Alessandro’s main area of Research interest has been the environmental and international histories of Antarctica, the cryosphere, world oceans and other marine environments in the 20th and 21st century. A most worthy distinguished Old Paradian.
New student leaders across Years 7 to 11 were also acknowledged, along with our Lower House Captains and Vice Captains at Year 9. We congratulate these students on their wonderful achievements and look forward to their positive contributions to Parade in 2025.
As many of our students approach their examination period, it is important for us to continue to remind them to maintain a positive perspective. It is natural for students to feel some level of nervousness about their upcoming examinations. Our conversations with them should focus on encouraging our students to view this time as a valuable learning opportunity rather than simply trying to achieve a particular assessment grade. The real value lies in what each student discovers about their learning process, their strengths, and areas where they can continue to improve. Ask your child what they found interesting in their revision, what challenged them, or what they feel more confident about now than they did weeks ago. Encourage them to seek support from their teachers when they are uncertain or need clarification. Together as we support our students it is important that we recognise their effort and commitment to their studies as part of the learning process. Further information regarding Year 8 to 11 examinations can be found in the relevant year level sections of the College Newsletter.
Friday 20 June has been designated as a student-free day due to the finalisation of reports.
Following the Year 8 to 11 examination period, Semester Two will commence on 23 June. Students will have access to their updated timetables on SIMON from 21 June.
Year 10 Bundoora and Year 11 VCE students will have exams in all subjects.
Year 10 and 11 examinations will be held from Monday 2 June until Monday 16 June. All students are required to wear their correct full school uniform in all examinations. Sport uniform may not be worn, except by those involved in ACC Sport on the day of the exam.
Year 10 students will return to school for regular timetabled classes and exam feedback on Tuesday 17 June. This will be a student free day for Year 11 VCE students as they may be required to sit the GAT on this day.
Year 11 students will return to regular timetabled classes and exam feedback on Wednesday 18 June.
Note: Year 10 and 11 students are required to attend school for only the times of their examinations plus 30 minutes prior. There will be no Tutor Group during the exam period for Year 10s and 11s.
Study halls will be available in the NLC for any student remaining at school during normal school hours. If a student does not attend a Year 10 or 11 examination, if possible, it will be rescheduled only for approved school events (e.g. ACC Sport) or upon presentation of a medical certificate. Similarly, some students may have an exam clash, which can be rescheduled in consultation with Mr Fogarty. Please see the SIMON Daily Messages for the process for rescheduling exams. For any questions regarding the Year 10-11 exam period, please contact Mr James Fogarty, Dean of Learning Years 10 to 12.
The Nano Nagle tutoring program, which sees high-achieving Old Paradian students from the Class of 2024 tutoring our current VCE students, continues in Term 2. Having settled into the expectations of their senior classes, the tutoring program is now open to Year 10 students as well as all VCE students. The program will run on every Tuesday and Thursday this term, from 3:30pm to 4:25pm in the VCE Study Centre (MQ28). The only afternoon in Term 2 when the program will not run is Tuesday 17 June (the day of the GAT). Students who attend are welcome to receive help or simply study in the area. This is a great opportunity for VCE students to get extra assistance in meeting the demands of the final years of their schooling.
The GAT is scheduled for Tuesday 17 June, and will be held in the Greening Auditorium. All Year 12 VCE and Year 12 VCE VM students (including Year 12 Sport Academy) complete the GAT, as well as Year 11 students accelerating in a Unit 3-4 subject. Students can get a sense of the types of questions included in the GAT via the VCAA website.
Students who are absent for a SAC are reminded to obtain a medical certificate, to present to their teacher upon their return. Generally, missed SACs are rescheduled to Thursday afternoons and can go as late as 5:15pm, so students should avoid scheduling part-time work or other commitments on this day.
Important information for Year 10 families interested in their child being enrolled in the VCE Vocational Major for 2026, including the Sport Academy and Business Academy programs, can be found in the VCE VM section of this newsletter.
Year 8 and 9 preparation and exams will commence from 9 June. Students should be encouraged to allocate time not only for homework, but to revise for the semester examinations as well. At the recent year level assemblies, students were presented with a variety of study approaches and tips.
Along with encouraging your child to consider Homework Club, we seek your support in creating a distraction-free environment for when your child studies.
The following Year 8 subjects will have an examination in both semesters this year.
The following Year 9 subjects will have an examination in both semesters this year.
Year 8: Monday 16 June – Wednesday 18 June
Year 9: Monday 16 June – Thursday 19 June
Note:
Unfortunately, missed examinations are unlikely to be rescheduled. If your child is absent due to illness, please email Nadia Bonvicino with a copy of the medical certificate. If your child is absent for another reason (example – bereavement), please communicate that accordingly. In such cases, the grade of X-Special Circumstances may be awarded. Students who do miss an examination should ask their subject teacher for a copy of the paper once the exam period has ended, they can complete the paper at home for feedback.
Please contact Ms Nadia Bonvicino, Dean of Learning - Years 7 to 9, if you have questions regarding Year 8 or 9 examinations.
The subject selection process occurs during Term 3. In response to some early enquiries, please see below some key information regarding subject selection.
More information will be available closer to Term 3.
On the morning of Wednesday 21 May, most of our Year 12 students attended a powerful and thought-provoking Gambling Awareness Presentation, an initiative organised by our Year 12 Wellbeing Prefect Committee - Luka Morabito B01, Jamie Geneopoulos T04 and William Beadle B06.
The Wellbeing Prefects are dedicated to addressing issues that impact the health and wellbeing of our student community. One area of increasing concern among young people is gambling and the associated risks, including financial harm, addiction, and mental health challenges. As student leaders, they recognised the importance of providing their peers with education and support around this topic.
The presentation featured Missy Ali, Senior Health Promotion Officer from Gambler’s Help, and a lived experience speaker who shared his compelling story of gambling addiction. His personal journey provided deep insight into the consequences of gambling and the impact it can have on individuals and families.
In addition to raising awareness, the session highlighted the importance of help-seeking behaviours and offered a range of resources for students who may be affected or know someone who is:
A Note for Parents and Guardians
Families play a key role in helping young people navigate the challenges of gambling. Open, non-judgemental conversations at home can make a significant difference. Some tips for talking with your child include:
This initiative reflects the thoughtful leadership of our Wellbeing Prefects and our ongoing commitment to promoting student wellbeing through education, awareness, and early intervention.
We invite all interested Year 9 (2025) families and Bundoora Campus Year 10 (2025) families to attend a VCE VM Information Evening at Bundoora Campus on Thursday 12 June. This evening will provide valuable information about our 2026 VCE VM and Year 10 ERPP program options.
There will be two different information sessions occurring on 12 June.
4:15 pm Session
5:30 pm Session
The duration of each session will be approximately 45 minutes. Families interested in attending the evening are asked to click on the following link to select session and the total number of seats you require.
Sessions will occur in the Greening Auditorium at Parade College's Bundoora Campus.
Please note:
For any questions regarding ERPP and VCE VM, please contact me at tegan.hopkins@parade.vic.edu.au or our College Career Advisors at https://www.paradecollegecareers.com.au
All Year 12 VCE VM including Sport Academy Students based at Bundoora Campus will sit the General Achievement Test (GAT) on Tuesday 17 June at the Greening Auditorium, Bundoora Campus.
VCE VM students who are not enrolled in any VCE or scored VCE VET Unit 3–4 sequences will only complete Section A of the test. This section assesses literacy and numeracy through a 2-part writing task.
The GAT plays a crucial role by enabling students to demonstrate that they meet the Victorian Literacy and Numeracy Standards required at the senior secondary level. No special study is needed, past learning in Literacy and Numeracy will support students in completing the test. Each student will receive a GAT Statement of Results, which will indicate whether they have met the literacy and numeracy standards.
For further details, please refer to official communication from the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA).
Our Work Learning Program runs from 23 June to 4 July. Students must ensure all paperwork is submitted to Mr Hosking or Ms Hopkins — these are now overdue.
Opportunities can be found via the School to Work portal: https://workplacements.education.vic.gov.au/ and students are encouraged to share any leads via email.
We are always looking for supportive employers! If you own a business or can offer a placement and have a Working with Children Check, please email Tegan Hopkins at Tegan.hopkins@parade.vic.edu.au for more information.
At Parade College's Preston Campus, students in the Business Academy are not just learning about enterprise and leadership, they are living it. Hugh Russell H10B, AJ Morgan H10B, and Eden Akers H10B, three passionate Year 11 students currently completing their Certificate III in Community Services, have embraced the opportunity to give back and grow through real-world experience. The Certificate III in Community Services equips students with essential communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills while providing insight into real-world social and community issues. These foundations are valuable for students interested in socially responsible business, social enterprise, or future studies in business and community-focused careers.
Hugh Russell - “We love going out to serve the community. It is more than just a course; it is something that is teaching us life skills we will use forever.”
As part of their placement, the students have been supporting students at Sacred Heart Primary School in Preston. Whether it is lending a hand in the classroom, organising activities, or simply being a positive presence, their involvement is making a genuine impact.
AJ Morgan - “Helping younger kids is really rewarding. You can see how much they appreciate it, and we have learned a lot about patience, communication, and responsibility.”
The Business Academy has opened doors not only to service opportunities but also to future aspirations. All three students are aiming for direct university entry into La Trobe in 2027, a goal made more achievable thanks to their practical experience and academic preparation.
Eden Akers - “This program has shown us how to be leaders in the community. It has helped shape who we want to be.”
With a strong foundation of service, skills, and dedication, the future looks bright for these young Paradians. Thank you to their teacher Ms Sahar Gally who has been supporting our students as part of their VET Cert II Community Services subject.
As we conclude our second Extended Learning Project, please note these key dates:
Following examinations, students will begin their four Learning-4-Life blocks on 25 June.
As part of our Year 9 ExCEL program, all students will participate in a series of personal development Learning-4- Life subjects. Learning-4-Life subjects are two weeks in length each and focus on life skills that are aimed to help prepare our students for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Subject and room allocations have been emailed to students. Please ensure your child attends the correct campus on these dates:
Block |
Week 1 |
Week 2 |
L4L- 1 |
25 June |
2 July |
L4L- 2 |
23 July |
30 July |
L4L- 3 |
6 August |
13 August |
L4L- 4 |
20 August |
27 August |
Last Friday 23 May was a student free day which hopefully provided some valuable rest time for all our students. On this day, all staff engaged in Professional Learning. Please see some of the expert presenters our staff engaged with to continue enhancing student wellbeing experiences at Parade College. Some of the key area focuses were led by Dr. Tom Brunzell – Increasing Self-Regulation and Focus for Secondary Students, Self-Regulatory Strategies, and techniques for staff to promote focus and on-task learning, also empowering our students through consistent strategies. The Mancave Keynote Address by Lucy Barrat raised awareness of Boys' Challenges: Current issues faced by boys, including online influences.
Social media has become such an integral part of a teenager’s life that it can cause anxiety and lower their self-esteem. Modern teens are learning to do most of their communication whilst looking at a screen instead of another person. They are missing out on very critical social skills. According to our staff survey and discussions with staff, the College’s updated mobile phone policy and procedures has benefited the engagement for students in their classrooms and social interactions on the yard. Further information regarding digital reputation can be found here
If your child travels to and from school on a charter bus equipped with seat belts, please remind them to wear their seat belt securely for the entire journey. This is an important safety measure and legislation to help protect all students.
To ensure a safe and respectful environment for everyone on board:
Staff members on duty at the bus bays will also remind students to buckle up as they board the buses each afternoon. Student Leaders and House Committee members also assist by reporting unsafe behaviours on the Charter Bus network to their House Leader/ Tutor Teacher.
Thank you for your continued support in keeping our students safe and respectful while traveling.
As our Year 12 students approach the end of their school journey, we are committed to supporting them through this important transition. Throughout the year, students will receive guidance and information to help them prepare for what is next - whether that’s study, work, or other pathways.
Later this year, Year 12 students will take part in seminars on safe partying and road safety, aimed at promoting smart and safe decision-making.
We also encourage students and families to explore resources offered by Headspace, which provides practical advice and strategies for navigating life beyond secondary school.
https://headspace.org.au/explore-topics/for-young-people/leaving-secondary-school/
Parents and carers can register for Headspace’s free online webinar to learn more about supporting young people through this phase.
This month, we were pleased to welcome Evolve Education to address our Year 7 cohort, where they delivered an engaging and interactive workshop focused on online safety and digital wellbeing.
The session was designed to equip our young men with essential skills for navigating the digital world responsibly and confidently. Through real-life scenarios, group discussions, and practical strategies, students explored key aspects of digital citizenship, including:
Workshops like these are a vital part of our commitment to student wellbeing and digital literacy. We thank Evolve Education for their expertise and for helping our students become safer, more respectful, and more thoughtful digital citizens.
On Thursday 31 July, Year 10 students will be involved in an all-day seminar with Your Choicez. All Year 10 students at Bundoora and Preston will participate in this all-day school incursion. Preston students are to make their own way to Bundoora Campus on the morning of this seminar, as they would when they have trade-based subjects.
In preparation for the student seminar, parents and guardians have an opportunity to participate in a Your Choicez web event hosted by Dave Kobler on Monday 30 June 2025. Details to register your interest and a link to the seminar will be provided to parents closer to event.
The Your Choicez seminar is an important part of the development of our students at Parade College. We have hosted presenter David Kobler at Parade College over many years where he has spoken to parents about the issues covered with our students and provided advice on guidance around how parents can approach many of these topics. Through presentations, groups discussions and break out reflection sessions, the seminar will cover the topics of Relationships, Sexual Decision Making, Pornography, Consent + Sexual Ethics, Identity + Pressures and Love.
At the end of the day students will be able to:
Clay Target Shooting
The Parade Clay Target team competed well in the recent championship at the prestigious Melbourne Gun Club. Our top shooters were Year 11 students Massimo Contarino H10A and Michael Bonacci H04 who destroyed more than half of their targets over three disciplines on the day. We had a fantastic turnout from our Parade families on the day in support of our athletes!
Thank you also to Mr. Derek Rylah and Mr. Matthew Byrne for assisting with the smooth coordination of the day.
Socceroos Trials
Current Year 12 students Roland Ballah H02, and Lachlan Charles T05 have been trialling for the Under 18’s Socceroos in recent weeks.
As a result, Lachlan has been selected for the Australia U18 Squad, for UEFA Friendship Cup 2025. This is to be held in Nyon, Switzerland from 30 May – 11 June.
We would like to congratulate both students on their wonderful achievements. The link for the squad is below.
https://www.footballaustralia.com.au/news/australia-u18-squad-selected-uefa-friendship-cup-2025
This term has been a busy and successful one for our music students. From strong performances at Generations in Jazz to wrapping up our production of The Wedding Singer, there has been plenty happening across all areas of our music program. As we reach the midpoint of the term, it is a perfect time to reflect on the incredible achievements and hard work of our music students.
At the start of May our College Big Band travelled to Mount Gambier with Mr Watson, Ms Calia, and Mr Saragossi to compete at Generations in Jazz. I am pleased to say they performed particularly well and placed second in their division against over 40 other schools. Kit Adlard Year 12 B03, on trumpet, and Luca Caporale Year 10 L07, on guitar were chosen for the competition’s Super Band, which is a selection in each division of the best students on each instrument. Well done to everyone who performed and to our students who conducted themselves extremely well over the weekend.
Students have attended two rehearsals this term for ACCent on Music. ACCent on Music sees all ACC schools collaborate in a joint concert at Hamer Hall in September. Joint rehearsals began at the end of Term 1 and will continue into Term 3. This is a great opportunity for our students to engage with musicians from other schools and participate in a combined concert that will feature up to 600 musicians.
We have just finished our show-run for The Wedding Singer; our annual musical production with Santa Maria College. The show was a great success, and our students performed brilliantly. With a cast and crew of over 150 students and staff this team effort was the result of everyone’s commitment and expertise. Special mention must be made to our lead actors – Luca Caporale Year 10 L07, Christian Dang Year 11 L04, Lucas Scicluna Year 12 B08 and Marcus Rao Year 11 N01, who did us proud. Well done to Kit Adlard Year 12 B03 who performed in the band and to Orlando Saltalamacchia Year 11 T05, and Christian D'Aprano Year 12 T02 who headed up our backstage crew. There are too many names to mention everybody, and our sincere thanks goes out to everyone for making this experience a wonderful memory for all involved.
Our student band, The Liffeys, are to be congratulated for being selected for the Top 9 Grand Final of the Harwyn Rocking the Nation battle of the bands competition. They competed against entries from across all of Australia and are up against some strong competition. The Grand Final will take place on Sunday 10 August at the Alexander Theatre. The Liffeys are comprised of Noah La Torre Year 10, H08, Angus Tucker Year 12, L04, and Luca Caporale Year 10 L07. We wish them all the be best in the lead up to the event.
As Term 2 continues we wish our students and families all the best for the upcoming weeks. A reminder that students can sign up for music lessons via this link or the sign-up sheet on the College website. Please do not hesitate to contact the Music Department via music@parade.vic.edu.au with any questions.
Over the last 3 weeks half of the Year 11 Touchstones students have been actively involved in volunteering either at the College working on various projects, or at some of the local community organisations, such as Big Group Hug, Scared Heart and Vinnies Op Shops. They have represented themselves and the College admirably, and I have received excellent feedback from the participating agencies about their attitude, engagement, and contribution. Many have gained a greater awareness of the needs of many less fortunate and have responded with empathy.
The Big Group Hug located in Thomastown is a great initiative that I was fortunate to be a part of. Some key highlights of the day included unboxing donated goods, speaking with the volunteers about their role for the organisation and assembling children's strollers. It was a great experience, and I encourage students of the future to assist the organisation by lending a helping hand and/or donating.
Blake Turnbull Year 11 T08
I participated in was Community Action’s Eddy’s Backpacks project where filled backpacks are donated to foster children that are often taken out of their homes with no notice as it may be dangerous for them to stay.
During my 3-week period of volunteering I did many tasks such as packing backpacks and writing a letter to go in the bag. I helped to sort through donations. I really enjoyed what I was doing as it made me feel I had accomplished something worthwhile. It is nice working for an important organisation, and it makes me feel happy that these resources are going to good use.
Christian Galgano Year 11 B03
Overall, our project to plan a winter coat and blanket donation campaign seemed like a very simple task, however, we were kept busy, from implementing creativity in making posters and decorating the boxes, to researching and learning about the facts of rough sleepers in Melbourne. We learned a lot.
There are thousands of rough sleepers in Melbourne, and it takes a collective effort to fix this major issue. With our campaign boxes we are giving our Parade community the opportunity to donate their second-hand winter coats, warm hoodies, and blankets to rough sleepers. Homelessness is an issue that will sadly always be present, although collecting warm winter coats does help to make the very cold Melbourne winter more bearable for those on the street, there are still many things that must be done by all of us, the government, and other leaders to ensure an end of this problem.
Sam Materia Year 11 T02 and Luke Gheno Year 11 N01
I worked on the Handover HeARTwork for my volunteering. The Handover HeARTwork Project is an initiative that links schools, craft groups and local communities with hospitals and palliative care units. We decorated brown bags and wrote messages to the families who may have lost loved ones who were in palliative care.
It has an impact of allowing small acts of creativity and compassion to provide emotional support during difficult times.
Most people who have participated in this are secondary schools, local artists, community craft groups and individuals.
Noah Colaci Year 11 L04
There has been a lot of activity in the NLC this month with the Fuse Cup Beatsaber team, consisting of Sathyan Muhunthan Year 7 L16, Xavier Tsioulos Year 9 L19, Hayden Stella Year 7 B19, Alex Stella Year 9 B12, Kaylan Ranasinghe Year 7 N11, Jordan Peiris Year 7 B11, Noah Litsos Year 7 B16, and Manuka Manannalage Year 7 H15, donned the VR goggles to get some last minute team training before heading off to Strathcona Girl’s Grammar on 6 June for the Interschool Championships. If victorious in these state heats, the teams will move onto the National championships. Wish them luck.
The students and staff have smashed the semester reading challenge of 126,500 minutes only a few weeks into Term 2 and are on track to potentially reach 200,000 minutes. There are always opportunities to take part in additional challenges such as the “Winter is Coming” challenge, where students simply need to log 300 minutes for the month of June. That is just 10 minutes a day! All these minutes count towards the 2025 reading challenge where big prizes are on offer.
The podcasting Club has begun with great success, with more than 30 students signing up in the first few weeks. Some groups have already been in to record several episodes during recess and lunch time. There are regular meetings on Friday lunchtimes to complete the training required to take part, and then students can record during recess and lunchtimes.
This is just one of many clubs that run at lunchtime during the week. See the club times below:
Monday - Games Club in the FIRE Carrier room
Tuesday - TTRPG in the Fire Carrier Room
Tuesday - Juggling in the Heidelberg Room
Thursday - Pokémon (card players) Club in the Innovation Lab
Friday - Podcasting in Fire Carrier Room and upstairs Multimedia Lab when recording.
New members welcomed at all clubs
One member of the Pokémon Club took part in an exciting competition, outlined below in Mr Di Pastena’s report.
On Saturday 17 May, Year 7 student Atharva Siddhartha Ganesh N16 took part in the Pokémon Regional Championships in Melbourne, competing in the highly competitive Video Game Championships (VGC). With over 400 participants across three age divisions, Atharva achieved an impressive 19th place in the Seniors Division, an outstanding result, particularly in his debut tournament.
It was a demanding and rewarding day of competition, and we are incredibly proud of Atharva's dedication, strategic skill, and sportsmanship. Please join us in congratulating him on this remarkable accomplishment. We look forward to seeing his continued growth and success as a competitor in future events.
Year 7 applications for 2027 and beyond are now being accepted. If you have a younger son in Year 5 and wish to enrol for Year 7 2027, please note that applications close on Friday 15 August 2025.
Parade College follows the enrolment dates set by the Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools, and applications must be submitted in accordance with the College’s enrolment process and within the key dates.
To enrol your child please visit the College website.
For information and assistance please do not hesitate to contact the Enrolments Office via enrol@parade.vic.edu.au
Our Family Tours are a fantastic way for prospective students to see our College in action. Tours are held from 9:10am to 10:45am, with Term 2 dates as follows:
Bookings can be made via the College website.
For primary school students in Years 3, 4 or 5, the Snapshot Program allows students to experience an area of Parade College for an afternoon. Running after school between 3:45pm to 5:00pm, prospective students can register to attend one of the following workshops:
Tuesday 3 June – Sustainability
Tuesday 10 June – Sport
Tuesday 17 June – Science
Interested families can register their child’s participation via the College website.
All Year 10 students from Bundoora Campus will be undertaking Work Experience from 17 to 20 November. Students are required to find their own Work Experience by contacting workplaces of interest. This can be done via email, phone calls or face-to-face contact.
Students can meet with Mrs Bult or Ms Barnes if they are having difficulty finding a placement. Students, parents/carers, and employers are required to complete the Work Experience Arrangement Form.
It is compulsory for all Year 12 students to meet with a Careers Advisor to discuss pathway options for 2026 and beyond. Students can use the following link to make an appointment. https://www.paradecollegecareers.com.au/
Early offer programs allow students to access a conditional offer to their chosen institution ahead of receiving their results. Students apply for and receive an offer for a course before the main offer rounds at the end of the year. Early entry is often (but not always) merit-based, for students who stand out above the crowd with things like:
La Trobe, Swinburne, ACU, RMIT and Victoria University all offer Early Entry programs and students will be emailed dates and information as soon as programs open.
Year 12 students have all been emailed a document about Early Entry programs.
VTAC opens for student registrations on 28 July. All Year 12 students will have the opportunity to understand the registration process by attending a compulsory assembly with Mr Fogarty and Ms Bult early in Term 3.
All students in Year 9 will be involved in the Career Voyager program. This program will run as part of the Excel program. It is one of the Learning for Life subjects. Students will have the opportunity to attend an excursion to La Trobe University and undertake a tour of the campus and attend an information session in one of the lecture theatres.
Students will also complete the Morrisby Profile. This is a comprehensive career decision support tool that helps individuals explore and understand their aptitudes, interests, and personality to identify potential career paths. The resulting profile provides a range of career and study suggestions that align with an individual's abilities and interests. Further information will be emailed to students and emailed to parents.
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