Grant High School

𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐬 🍂

As part of their Year 7 Science learning about seasons, students explored the six Indigenous seasons of our local area and how changes in rainfall, water, plants and animal behaviour can help indicate seasonal change.

Students were particularly fascinated to learn how emus can act as natural indicators of future rainfall, with the number of eggs laid providing clues about the season ahead.

Their learning also explored the importance of water availability, native vegetation and biodiversity, and how changes to the landscape can impact the plants and animals that depend on Country.

A key message throughout the learning was the importance of Caring for Country. Students considered how humans share the land with many other living things, and how protecting biodiversity helps ensure healthy, resilient ecosystems for future generations.

A wonderful opportunity to connect Science learning with Indigenous knowledge and a deeper understanding of our local environment.

𝐒𝐒𝐎 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 💚💛

When you hear the term "SSO", you might immediately think of someone supporting students in the classroom, but the work of our SSOs reaches into almost every corner of our school.

At Grant High School, our incredible team of 51 SSOs can be found:

🌟 Running targeted intervention programs
🌟 Providing one-on-one social and emotional support
🌟 Supporting students with Career Pathways and Apprenticeships
🌟 Providing IT support and keeping our technology running smoothly
🌟 Supporting the day-to-day administration and operations of our school
🌟 Welcoming families and visitors to the Front Office
🌟 Preparing and serving food in the Canteen
🌟 Supporting the wellbeing and engagement of our young people
🌟 Keeping our library stocked with the latest books and resources
🌟 Supporting the day-to-day running of our Ag Farm and animals
🌟 Preparing experiments and resources in Science
🌟 Providing First Aid and caring for students when they need it most
🌟 Supporting excursions and attending school camps
🌟 Caring for our grounds and facilities
🌟 Managing our sporting programs and teams

And doing countless other things, often behind the scenes, that help our school run every single day. Our SSOs bring an incredible range of skills, experience and care to Grant High School, and this week we celebrate the many different ways they support and contribute to our students, staff, families and wider school community.

Here’s a small snapshot of just a few of our incredible SSOs in action. While not all of our SSO team are pictured, each and every one plays an important role in the life of our school.

𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 ⚽️

Our Stage 2 Physical Education students have been putting their coaching skills into action, working alongside Year 8 students as part of their AT3 Group Dynamics Task.

Students from Mr Dunn’s class led the Year 8s through a 5-a-side soccer session, providing an opportunity for our Year 12s to develop their coaching capacity while building positive connections with younger students.

Year 8 student Ruby said, “The Year 12s were really supportive,” while Bailee added, “They helped us when we didn’t know what to do.”

Both girls said it was a great opportunity to work with the Year 12s and are looking forward to the next session - not only to continue developing their skills, but to get to know the older students a little more through sport.

A great example of learning, leadership and connection across year levels.

Yesterday, we had the privilege of welcoming Dale Agius, Commissioner for Aboriginal Children and Young People and his team to Grant High School.

During his visit, we discussed our ongoing commitment to supporting Aboriginal young people and their families within our school community. We shared the great initiatives embedded in our daily practices around Aboriginal education, all guided by the Department for Education’s Cultural Responsiveness Framework.

Commissioner Agius highlighted the positive impact of our current programs, while also providing valuable insight into further steps we can take to strengthen our efforts. We are proud of what we are achieving at Grant High School, and we remain committed to continuously improving our support and inclusivity for Aboriginal students and their families.

Thank you Commissioner for joining us and sharing your expertise. Together, we will continue working to build a culturally responsive and supportive environment for everyone.

𝐆𝐢𝐫𝐥𝐬 𝐆𝐨𝐭 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐞 🟢🟡

Last week our Year 7–9 Girls travelled to Penola to participate in the South East Zone 9A Girls Football competition.

Both teams displayed fantastic teamwork, sportsmanship and commitment throughout the day, with both sides managing to come away with a few wins to finish the competition on a positive note.

Well done to all students involved, and a special thank you to our student umpires who helped throughout the day!

𝐈𝐭'𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥'𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲! ⭐️

Today, on Principal's Day, we celebrate the outstanding leadership of our Principal, Ms Caroline Davey.

Ms Davey's connection to Grant High School began long before she became our Principal. She first walked through our gates as a Year 8 student in 1997, joining Home Group 8PS under the guidance of Ms Sandford, before graduating in 2001.

Today, Ms Davey leads Grant High School with the same pride and passion she developed as a student. As a passionate advocate for public education, she leads with integrity, compassion and purpose, always encouraging staff and students to strive for their very best.

Her leadership fosters a positive and inclusive school environment where students are empowered to develop the Skills for a Future Ready Citizen, and staff are supported to grow and succeed. School Captain, Kyra Kuchel says, "Ms Davey genuinely wants to see all students thrive and is always there to support and encourage us."

Thank you, Ms Davey, for your dedication, vision and unwavering commitment to the Grant High School community.

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐰𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐲 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬 🏑

Earlier this week our Year 10–12 Mixed Hockey team travelled to Adelaide to compete in the Statewide Schools Knockout Hockey Finals.

Game 1 saw Grant High School face a strong Pembroke School side. After trailing at half-time, GHS lifted their intensity in the second half, creating more attacking opportunities and matching with their opponents. Despite the improved performance, Pembroke claimed a 5–2 victory.

The playoff for third place saw GHS produce their best hockey of the day. Crisp passing, excellent teamwork and excellent pressure allowed the team to control the match, resulting in a 6–0 win over Yorke Peninsula Zone to secure third place in the state.

Congratulations to all players on a fantastic day and for representing Grant High School with pride, sportsmanship and determination throughout the tournament.

𝐈𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐚 𝐛𝐢𝐠 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥!

The netball world was stunned over the weekend as Jamaica claimed a stunning win over the Australian Diamonds, reminding us all that's why we love sport - anything can happen.

While the Diamonds may have been pipped at the post, our Grant High School girls have proudly represented our school throughout the week with enthusiasm, determination and sportsmanship, wearing the GHS colours with pride, supporting one another and giving their all every time they stepped onto the court 💚💛

𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐎𝐮𝐭 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🏉

Our boys braved the wet and wintry conditions on Tuesday of Week 2, with both football teams taking to the field in challenging weather.

Our 9/10 Boys Football team travelled to Keith to face Blackwood High School, showing great determination and resilience throughout a tough contest. Despite a spirited effort, they were unable to overcome a strong Blackwood side.

The 7/8 Boys Football team enjoyed a fantastic day at South Gambier in Round 1 of the Division 2 Knockout Competition, recording convincing wins over Saint Martins and Millicent High School. The boys played with excellent teamwork, strong pressure and determination to progress to the next round, where they will take on Bordertown High School.

Congratulations to both teams on the way they represented Grant High School, and a big thank you to our student helpers whose support throughout the day was greatly appreciated.