Schools (Government) VIC – Maryborough VIC
Maryborough Education Centre is a school where the children and the youth of this community can learn and grow in a supportive, respectful and inclusive environment. We empower students to strive for challenging aspirations, supporting them in following their interests and passions through multiple pathways leading to positive outcomes in further education, training, or employment. The school plays a key role in supporting the wider community in meeting the challenges faced by Maryborough and district, committed to Collective Impact and empowering the community to redefine its destiny positively.
Vision: to be an inclusive, connected, flourishing learning community.
Our school values: AspirationKindnessRespectSocial – Community and Demographics: The school comprises facilities for primary, secondary, and special needs education on a single site.The school is highly integrated with a common set of values and behavioral and learning expectations for all.Overall enrolment numbers reflect the demographics of the Maryborough community.Strong and supportive School Council and parent involvement is encouraged.Committed Student Representative Council and a strong student leadership structure.An enthusiastic, professional staff team consisting of 76 effective full-time teachers and 41.37 school support staff.Productive partnerships with Central Goldfields Council and various community initiatives.The school has a School Family Orientation of .6856.Educational: Provision of vibrant and productive education from Foundation to Year 12 and Specialist Education.Implementation of Professional Learning Teams to enhance staff effectiveness in meeting the learning needs of all students.VCE, VET, and VCAL courses available.Trade Training Centre.Excellent further education pathways established with successful tertiary placements for students.Many enhancement and enrichment opportunities for students, including art, music, instrumental music, musical productions, competitions, after-school activities, and sporting activities.Technological: Bring Your Own Device computer provision is being phased in from 2015.Provision of computer suites and notebook trolleys throughout the school.Internet and intranet use is supported.Data projectors in all learning areas.Environmental – Grounds and Facilities: Classrooms are modern and traditional in layout.Grounds improvements include the construction of a new oval, primary playspace, Centre Heart development, and extensive landscaping in recent years.Additional playground equipment and outdoor enhancements are planned.#J-18808-Ljbffr