Tuesday, 19 March 2024

Lakeview Senior College

Luba GRIGOROVITCH (Kororoit) (19:08): (584) The adjournment matter I wish to raise is for the Minister for Education. The action I seek is for the minister to join me in visiting Lakeview Senior College so that he can have a look firsthand at their elite AFL and soccer programs. Lakeview Senior College is a high school nestled in Caroline Springs which caters for years 10 to 12. The students at the school are provided with a unique opportunity to develop their skills both academically and athletically in their senior years within both the VCE and VCE vocational major education programs.

Both the AFL and football academy programs were established in 2007 and have enabled many students to reach their full athletic potential and experience professional competitions such as the AFL and A-League. The AFL program has been involved in harnessing the talents of Will Hoskin-Elliott from Collingwood, and I know we have got many Pies supporters in this room; James Sicily, current Hawthorn captain; Tristan Xerri from North Melbourne; and of course Western Bulldogs rookie Cody Raak. Likewise, the football academy program shows an impressive list of alumni, including former Melbourne Victory’s Maja Markovski, Western United’s Dalibor Markovic and many more who have made their mark in domestic and international competition.

This program not only focuses on skills development but also offers complete support in strength and conditioning, sports psychology, nutrition and of course academic development. Such holistic growth ensures that students not only shine on the field but also thrive in their life pursuits. I am very proud of Lakeview Senior College for both their athletic and academic achievements.