We are delighted to acknowledge the generous donation of a 3D printer by Marty Mirra, one of our dedicated Pakenham teachers, who wanted to give students the opportunity to explore 3D modelling, design, and hands-on innovation. This exciting addition to our learning spaces will open up new opportunities in STEM, allowing students to bring their […]
When year 9 student Tadgh Davidson took up the literacy task, he had no idea the impact his letter would create. Students were asked to identify something they’d like to see improved on campus and write to a local business requesting support. Tadgh wrote to MS Group Australia and received an almost instant reply. Thanks […]
Community College Gippsland (CCG) has officially launched a new senior campus for its independent school, ECG Secondary College, at the Toomah Community Centre in Pakenham. The milestone event was honoured with a Welcome to Country performed by Josh West from the Bunurong Land Council Aboriginal Corporation, paying respect to the Traditional Custodians of the land […]
In the heart of Dandenong, closer to major public transport routes, ECG Secondary College’s Dandenong campus is quietly transforming lives of Years 10 to 12 students seeking a fresh start. Since 2023, it has offered a safe and welcoming environment for those who may feel overlooked, misunderstood, or simply disconnected, supporting individual learning journeys. Recognising […]
This Victorian Education Week, ECG Secondary College, an independent school, is celebrating the impact of inclusive education across its campuses in Dandenong, Pakenham, Leongatha, and Warragul. With two Pakenham sites, Junior Campus at Toomah Community Centre and Senior Campus on Princes Highway, alongside the Dandenong campus, ECG supports young people in Melbourne’s southeast area seeking […]
We were thrilled to attend the 2024 West Gippsland Trade Training Alliance- Young People’s Excellence Awards where five of our outstanding CCG VDSS/Apprentice students were honoured with the Excellence Award! The awards ceremony, held at the West Gippsland Trade Training Alliance: Baw Baw Skills Centre, celebrated young individuals who have shown exceptional dedication and made […]
The inaugural Launch Your Hospital Career program has achieved remarkable success, with twelve out of thirteen participants graduating. This milestone marks significant progress in their journeys, with many securing employments in the healthcare sector or pursuing further studies. The cohort consisted of a dynamic mix of individuals from various walks of life. Among them were […]
Community College Gippsland (CCG) celebrated students’ achievements from ECG Secondary College Warragul, Leongatha, Pakenham and Dandenong campuses, along with those from its RTO and Learn Local programs. The event was attended by teachers, family, friends and Industry partners, making the 2024 CCG Awards Night a spectacular celebration of achievement, dedication, and community spirit. This event […]
As we close out the year, we would like to express a heartfelt thank you to all of our friends who have joined us on the journey so far. To students, staff and volunteers – both past and present, our community and the sponsors and donors who generously support us to serve them: we appreciate all of […]
Principal’s message Dear ECG Families and Community Members, Having a regular platform to communicate with our community is essential for ensuring ongoing connections to information, opportunities and awareness of our collective achievements. Promoting our school is important for creating a sense of pride and belonging and there is much to celebrate at ECG on a […]
We are so fortunate to have businesses and organisations support us with donations. Thank you to Trinity Families for their donation towards the purchase of cooking appliances. This was distributed across our Warragul, Leongatha and Pakenham campuses. Jana Group provided funding towards our healthy foods program for frozen meals for students in need. […]
This year, ECG Secondary College, our independent school, has expanded its offerings by introducing Year 9 and 10 classes to its Warragul and Leongatha campuses starting from Term 1 in 2024. This is in response to an alarming rise in disengagement among Year 9-12 students in Victorian mainstream schools. Recognising the struggle that teenage […]
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