Articles tagged: Colac Primary School
Past and present celebrate 175
Colac’s first school celebrated a special milestone with the community on the weekend, marking its 175th anniversary.
Riders take on bike challenge
Colac Primary School was the champion of this year’s Bike Education Challenge.
Students ready to shine on air
Colac students have been busy rehearsing their moves for the Victorian State Schools Spectacular next month.
Students benefit from active start
Colac students are taking to the streets for Walk Safely to School Week in a move to apply healthy habits.
Bell sounds an end for school stalwarts
After enjoying each and every day working at Colac Primary School, Jill Newcombe and Lorraine Rodger are set to retire at the end of the school term.
Elliminations entertain students
Trinity College Colac band The Elliminations have been busy entertaining local school students through their Primary Schools Performance Program.
Ramp funding welcomed
Colac Primary School’s acting principal Jill Newcombe says the funding boost to build three new ramps at the school will improve accessibility for all students.
Book Week across the schools
Colac South West, Elliminyt and Colac Primary School dressed up for Book Week on Friday, proudly showing off their costumes.
Spectacular rehearsal
Colac and district schools have got their groove on at a regional hub dance rehearsal at Colac Primary School.
School farewells supervisor after 23 years
Arthur Watson says he will mostly miss the “chitter-chatter” of his 23-year role as a crossing supervisor.
Book Week magic
There’s been colourful, crazy and creative costumes around Colac as schools celebrate Book Week.
Television debut for local dancers
Budding Colac dancers are putting the finishing touches on their performances ahead of a television appearance later this year.
PHOTO FEATURE: Creative kids get to work
Colac Herald photographer Joel King has stopped by Colac Primary School to catch up with younger year levels as they built models of houses and practised reading picture books.
House makes way for school oval extension
Colac Primary School students have a bigger and safer area for play, following the demolition of a neighbouring house.
Botanical tribute to volunteer
In her final days, long-time Colac volunteer Pat Sainter told her family she hoped no-one would forget her.
Road safety lesson for youngsters
Students at Colac Primary School took out the top spot in Roadsafe Otway’s annual bike safety challenge.
Vandalism at Colac school
Vandals have damaged outdoor facilities at Colac Primary School, sparking a call for witnesses to come forward.
Mental health help for kids
Four Colac primary schools have helped inform a State Government mental health program, allowing it to expand to all government and low-fee non-government primary schools in Victoria.
Active start to school day
Students at Colac Primary School are gearing up for this Friday’s annual Walk to School Day.
A new adventure for schoolkids
Students at Colac Primary School have welcomed a new inclusive climbing adventure playground, bringing fun-filled recesses to the school.
Remote learning 5.0
Colac Primary School students have slipped back into remote learning for the fifth time.
Principals praising resilient students
A Colac school principal says the past year has proven the value of teaching in a supportive community like Colac.
Kids thank hospital’s workforce
Colac schoolkids are getting creative to show their appreciation for the region’s frontline health workers.
Bikes for winners
Creative Colac Primary School students have been rewarded for their efforts, winning prizes in the Kana Festival colouring competition.
