Walcom Ngarrwa Secondary College

On Monday and Tuesday, two excited groups of Year 8 students set off into the heart of Melbourne for an unforgettable Chinese Cultural Experience! Their adventure began with a guided tour of the Museum of Chinese Australian History, where they stepped back in time to explore what life was like for Chinese settlers in the 1800s. A major highlight was coming face-to-face with three magnificent Chinese dragons that have dazzled crowds in city-wide parades for more than a century. Students enjoyed Kung Fu movement and learned self-defence techniques. The interaction between the students and the instructor scaffolded students understanding of the core of Kung Fu, which is not only the movement, but also mindset practice. Of course, no cultural journey is complete without food! Students sampled a delicious range of Chinese dishes, choosing flavours that matched their curiosity and courage.

This experience brought their language learning to life—offering a vibrant, hands-on opportunity to deepen their understanding and ignite their passion for Chinese culture.

Our Year 9 Conflict in the Modern World class headed offsite this week to the Immigration Museum.

Throughout this semester, students have learnt about the Korean War, the Vietnam war, and the Rwandan Genocide. This week’s excursion complemented these studies by examining how conflict and persecution can drive migration and shape the experiences of those who seek a new life in Australia.

Thank you to our students and staff for being such positive ambassadors for our school.

We’re looking for a game‑changer.

Become our Learning Specialist – Director of PE, Health & Sport Academies and lead the next generation of athletes and learners. Partner with Academy Movement to shape elite Basketball and Cricket programs, inspire student excellence and drive high impact teaching across our college.

If you’re ready to lead, innovate and elevate, this is your moment.

Apply now by visiting https://www.vic.gov.au/school-jobs and help our students Build Bright Futures.

Walcom Ngarrwa Secondary College is seeking an exceptional educator to join our leadership team as Learning Specialist – Instructional Coaching, Induction & Professional Learning. This is a rare opportunity to shape whole school teaching excellence, build teacher capability, and lead a culture of professional growth that transforms student learning.

At Walcom Ngarrwa, we are committed to high expectations, strong relationships and evidence based practice. We are looking for a Learning Specialist who embodies these values and is ready to lead with clarity, purpose and impact.

Apply now by visiting https://www.vic.gov.au/school-jobs

Parents, carers and students are welcome to join members of the Walcom Ngarrwa Secondary College and Academy Movement teams to hear all about our Basketball and Cricket Academies for Year 9 & 10 students in 2027.

Information sessions will be held on Thursday 11th June, online via the link below.

Basketball Academy information session will commence at 6:00pm.

Cricket Academy information session will commence at 6:30pm.

Please register using the following link and we look forward to sharing more with you on Thursday evening.

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New soldering set up in Metalwork!
Students in Year 9 Metalwork classes this week were the first to use our newly installed soldering benches and extraction fans. Year 9 Metalwork are working on 'Dragster' cars, they have designed and constructed their cars recently and this week began soldering their components and testing the speed of their vehicles. Stay tuned to see the results in Week 9 when we race our dragsters!

Walcom Ngarrwa Secondary College is joining the Academy Movement family with both Basketball and Cricket Academies, in partnership with and the .

Launching in 2027 with Year 9 and 10, and growing through to Year 12 by 2029, these academies are about more than sport, they’re about connection, engagement and creating real pathways.

Together, we’re proud to support better student outcomes, stronger connection to school and opportunities beyond it.

Excited to get started with the Academy Movement community. Stay tuned for further information about student and parent information sessions.

Wishing all of our families celebrating a joyful and peaceful Eid al-Adha. 🌙✨

Eid al-Adha is one of the most important holidays in the Islamic calendar, honouring the faith, compassion and devotion of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham). It is a time of prayer, reflection, generosity and coming together with family and community.

May this special occasion bring happiness, kindness and blessings to all. Eid Mubarak! 🤍

🎤 Lunchtime Open Mic –Students you’re Invited! 🎶

Make sure you check Compass for further details and to sign up for the event.