The Co-Curricular

Innovative Curriculum

Geelong Lutheran College is an innovative school with dedicated teachers who carefully assess new curriculum and programs prior to any implementation of change. We acknowledge the individuality of students, their differing learning styles and their multiple intelligences. Our curriculum is structured to cater for the whole child. Students are encouraged to think creatively using thinking skills – De Bono, Blooms Taxonomy and PMI thinking.

 

Enrichment Activities

There are a number of opportunities for students to be involved in activities beyond the classroom. They can participate in activities such as: College choir, debating, and sports including netball, basketball, athletics, cross-country and swimming.

 

Leadership

Although there will be many opportunities for leadership throughout the College, the senior class will focus on developing whole school leadership and will be given many opportunities, particularly as the founding senior class, over the next 6 years until 2014. Some of the Leadership opportunities will be:

- leadership training;

- leadership with devotions/worship;

- assisting with assemblies, sporting and special activities;

- setting a good example in behaviour, dress and work standards for other students;

- representing the College on special occasions, eg. Geelong Schools ANZAC   Service;

- acting as leaders of Student Council;

- helping with preparation of school activity pages for the College Magazine;

- making displays about sporting activities for the bulletin board.

 

 

 

Camps & Excursions

Students may be involved in camps and excursions from time to time during their schooling to enable them to further their learning and social/emotional skills development in a non-school setting. Excursions and camps may have a cultural, environmental or outdoor emphasis and are an important aspect of the educational program offered at our College. See the section on “Tuition Fees” for advice on payments and costings.

 

Homework

Homework benefits students by providing an opportunity to complement classroom learning, foster good study habits and encourage students to be responsible for their own learning.

 

Student Welfare

Geelong Lutheran College is dedicated to providing a safe and caring environment for all students. The Pastoral Care Committee reviews programs and implements strategies: Assertive Discipline; Character Education ensuring student security and safety while encouraging respect for self and others; good citizenship and positive behaviours such as self-discipline and cooperation. A buddy program is used to assist the smooth transition of kindergarten students into the College. Home Groups are utilized to support the transition process and to ensure a sense of belonging for students as they move through the secondary levels at the College.