Whyalla Secondary College
Whyalla Secondary College respects Aboriginal People as having the oldest continuing cultures in human history. Our students develop an understanding of diverse cultural backgrounds, appreciating our differences, and inspiring in many a life long respect for the uniqueness and perspective of every individual.
Our students will become the social, political and cultural leaders of the next generation and the school has a clear responsibility to ensure that every student has been prepared to respond in a well informed, imaginative, courageous, caring and socially responsible manner.
Day In the Life at WSC
Our Curriculum has a central focus on the ATRiUM capabilities where students actively learn, creatively think, relate to others using language through symbols, ICT and being able to manage self.
All 5 capabilities will assist students in developing effective employability skills, setting them up for success as empowered community citizens.
Please click the video to watch a Day In the Life at WSC!
Events
Term 3- Week 1
Monday- 21 July
Health Science Camp
Tuesday- 22 July
Health Science Camp
Wednesday- 23 July
Health Science Camp
Encounter Youth
Thursday- 24 July
Health Science Camp
Encounter Youth
Friday- 25 July
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Whyalla Secondary College Official Opening
March 14th we had the pleasure of hosting our official opening with state and local government dignitaries, as well as site planning and building officials.
It was wonderful to finally celebrate our opening and share our journey
Honourable mentions to the Minister for Education, Training and Skills, Blair Boyer MP and Eddie Hughes MP, Member for Giles, who joined Principal Tricia Richman and the team for the unveiling of the official plaque.
Recently selected Year 9 students took part in a two-day Work Inspiration Excursion, exploring a variety of career pathways through hands-on experiences.
Students visited D’faces of Youth Arts and Santos, learning about careers in the arts and energy sectors. The following day, they toured the Westland Hotel, exploring roles such as chef, events coordinator, and hospitality manager, followed by a visit to the Whyalla Public Library. There, staff from the Whyalla City Council discussed their roles and career paths in local government.
Across both days, students engaged in interactive activities such as interviewing council workers, simulating hospitality tasks, and even designing a pipeline system to transport water without leaks from one end to another.
Recently our Year 8–11 students took a deep dive into their future during our Subject Selection Information Sessions!
Each of our Curriculum Leaders presented a spotlight on their learning area, giving students valuable insights into what each subject offers — from core concepts, assessment requirements to career pathways.
These sessions are all about empowering students to make informed, confident choices for their learning journey ahead.
Fun Fact: Did you know the college currently runs 145 individual subjects from Year 7 - 12 made up of 70 unique subjects.
📢 Semester Reports Available Now
End of semester reports are now available via the Daymap Parent Portal.
📲 Download the Daymap app from the Apple App Store or Google Play to access your student’s report.
For any assistance or enquiries, please contact the school on 8668 9600.
Recently in Global Perspectives, our year 8 students have been exploring the Black Death`s impact. They traced its entry into Europe via trade routes, noting its rapid spread. Using maps and historical records, they examined the social and economic effects. A key focus was on how some towns used isolation and quarantine to protect themselves, highlighting early public health strategies. This investigation emphasised the importance of historical pandemics in preparing for future ones. Their next step is to compare the Black Death with recent pandemics, analysing societal responses and outcomes to draw valuable lessons for modern crisis management.
National NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia in the first week of July each year (Sunday to Sunday), to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The week is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth 🌏✨.
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As celebrations fall in week one of the school holidays this year, the college has held some activities for students and staff as a lead up to NAIDOC week with cultural games across the various year levels 🏃♀️🎯. Shooting Stars and Clontarf students have also competed against staff in both netball and basketball games 🏐🏀. The college has also held some art activities 🎨🖌️ and finished off the week with a student vs staff dodgeball game 🤾♂️😄.
Just like that—we’ve made it to the last day of Term 2! 🎉
This also marks the halfway point of the school year.
📌 A reminder that school finishes early today with a 1:30pm dismissal.
👉 Students in Years 7–10 will head to their Care Group classes for the final 10 minutes of the day.
👉 Students in Years 11–12 will remain in their last subject class for the final 10 minutes.
🕒 The school office will be open during the holidays from 8:30am to 4:30pm on weekdays.
⚠️ Please note: On Wednesday 9 July, there will be no internet or phone access until 11:30am, but the school office will still be open.
We hope all our students and families have a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable holiday break. We can’t wait to see everyone back and ready for Term 3!
Have a wonderful break! 🌟
🐟 FLEX Aquaculture Update 🐟
A few weeks ago, students and staff began the process of sorting our aquaculture fish into new size groups. To make this easier, they helped lower the water levels in the tanks before carefully netting each fish, placing them into tubs, and weighing them individually. Once weighed, the fish were released into the appropriate tank based on size.
We’ve seen some fantastic growth! Our smallest fish has grown from 65g to 105g, and the largest has jumped from 442g to an impressive 615g! 🐠💪
It’s been a great hands-on learning experience, and we look forward to discovering more as the project continues.
SAPOL are currently conducting an investigation in the vicinity of the school. Please be advised that this matter is not related to the school.
Acknowledgement
of Country
Whyalla Secondary College is located on Barngarla Country. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge and pay respect to the past and present Traditional Custodians of Country in Whyalla and throughout Australia. We respect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ connections to land, sea, sky and community.
