As your local registered training provider for over 4 decades, Community College Gippsland (CCG) recognises the challenges that the local community faces when it comes to deciding to study. In an effort to remove some of the barriers and facilitate educational aspirations, CCG has proudly announced the introduction of tuition fee-free courses. Whether individuals are […]
We’ve reached the target for phase 1 of our sensory space with phase 2 funding being sort by potential sponsors. Thanks to many donors who responded to our 200 (people donating) x $20 campaign in 2023. The sensory space will provide an outdoor space that will provide students an additional resource in times of anxiety or distress […]
In October, Community College Gippsland had the pleasure of hosting the Social Enterprise World Forum as a Community Hub. The Gippsland Social Enterprise Collective initiated this event, which brought together social entrepreneurs and changemakers from all corners of Gippsland. The aim was to discuss the transformative power of social enterprises. Attendees formed new connections, exchanged […]
In November, we welcomed youth from the Ladder Step Up program to explore ways to learn differently and engage with our education and training programs at CCG! It was amazing to see the enthusiasm as these young minds engaged with our trainers, exploring different learning methods and gaining hands-on experiences by planting and picking fruit, […]
An evening of excitement and celebration unfolded as Community College Gippsland hosted its 2023 Award ceremony, shining a spotlight on the success achieved by the students at ECG Secondary College Warragul, Leongatha, Pakenham and Dandenong campuses, students of RTO and Learn Local as well as industry partners. This annual event was a testament to the […]
In a heartwarming display of community collaboration, Community College Gippsland (CCG) took a significant step towards fostering positive relations between local proactive policing and indigenous girls through their recent ‘Deadly Daughters’ program event. This Victoria Police and Anglicare initiative was hosted at the CCG Smith Street campus in Warragul on Monday 16 October. Participants got […]
CCG has identified several projects and programs that will support students with their wellbeing and aspirations. We have developed a prospectus that identifies these programs which includes: The various programs and projects currently in place includes: Please view the prospectus and video for more information.
In Edition 8 of our newsletter we shared ideas around prioritising healthy foods for students’ overall wellbeing. As we draw to the end of 2023 our immediate concerns for students experiencing food insecurity has engaged meaningful support in partnership with Baw Baw Food Relief, Follow Bless Collective, Longwarry Food Relief, Uniting Vic Tas and Women on […]
Last week our beauty school students practiced their skills with Baw Baw Latrobe LLEN’s I AM Ready participants. The VDSS students helped them to look their best for their mock interviews and the final workshop of the program. The CCG and Baw Baw Latrobe LLEN partnership fostered a day that provided a real-world experience for both groups […]
We are very close to funding a new Outdoor Sensory Space. Only 200 x $20 donations are needed to reach our target.
A new Outdoor Sensory Space will provide teaching staff an additional resource for responding to students in times of anxiety or distress and allow students to…
Emerging evidence links eating more fruit (and vegetables) to improved mental wellbeing. Although with the cost of living rising, it can be challenging for students and their families to incorporate all five food groups into three healthy meals a day. We are exploring initiatives to help, which we hope to expand to all campuses. In […]
Meet Kylie. Kylie Gray, Student Engagement & Support Coordinator, the latest edition to our Student Wellbeing Team bringing a breadth of experience from her previous 18 years working in child protection. This role works alongside the wellbeing team and aims to assist disengaged students to re-engage with their education with an innovative, flexible, and hands-on approach. Working with young people is rewarding for Kylie – engaging and supporting them in their wellbeing journey.
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