Stories and Highlights
There's always something to celebrate at our school! From exciting events to proud moments and everyday wins, here are some of our highlights.
Recent School News
International Women's Day 2026
On Thursday 5 March we celebrated International Women's Day which included special guest speakers and some amazing catering provided by some of our TAS students.
Incoming Year 7 Students
We welcomed the new Year 7 Cohort, starting with a whole school assembly, followed by a Year Assembly where Year 7 heard from their Deputy, Mrs Walsh and Year Advisor Mr Josh Pallot.
The students also received their new book/stationery packs. As a clear focus on student equity and strong foundation for learning success, at Lisarow High School we supply all of the required stationery and books for Year 7. Our P&C provide the donation for this significant investment and we thank them for their ongoing support.
Premier Chris Minns - School Visit
The Minns Labor Government is investing up to $6 million to upgrade Lisarow High School on the Central Coast as part of its expansion of high potential and gifted education programs. Late 2025 we received a visit from Mr Minns and his team.
Some Highlights from the Year
Year 12 Leadership Team
On Wednesday 29 October, we held our yearly afternoon tea to celebrate the induction of our new Year 12 leadership team. Our students are presented their badge by proud family members and sign our Leadership Record book to confirm their commitment to their important role at our school. Plenty of pride, some laughs and a few tears as we celebrate with family and friends.
School National Aerobics Championships
The Nationals Aerobics Championships were held in Hobart in August, where we took a team of 21, who were just as amazing, with some fantastic results:
- Our new National Aerobics Champions Congratulations to Maddy and Ruby H for winning the Senior Duo. Amazing work ladies!
- Another LHS superstar! 2nd place to the amazing Lily K for her solo performance
- Congratulations to LHS Team Dynamic (Year 9-10) who achieved 2nd place (by 1 point). Awesome work girls! We are beyond thrilled!
- Ruby H for not only getting 3rd place for her solo performance, but also getting 4th place in the audition section
- Morgan W for getting 3rd place with her solo performance at the Aerobics Nationals
- 3rd place for our Senior Aerobics team! A phenomenal performance from each and every one of you
- Honourable mention to Haylee C and Olivia N for their Senior Duo! Another outstanding performance from our LHS superstars
- Honourable mentions to our superstars Chelsea McK, Victoria A, Maddy H and our Year 7 Team Flame for their performances today! We are so incredibly proud of your efforts and sportsmanship You’re all winners in our eyes!'
School State Aerobics Championships
After some fantastic results at the School Aerobics State Championships in June achieving outstanding results, every single athlete qualified for the National Titles in Hobart!
Our students went head-to-head with competitors from public schools, private schools, and independent aerobics clubs, showing exceptional skill, determination, and sportsmanship in some incredibly tough sections. We couldn’t be prouder!
Year 7 Camp
Our Year 7 Cohort enjoyed three days at the Great Aussie Bush Camp, enjoying some messy activities and team building activities.
Year 9 Camp
Year 9 Cohort enjoyed three days at the Tops Conference Centre at Stanwell Tops, where they participated in a range of fun activities.
Year 11 Ski Trip
A selection of our Year 11 Students enjoy a fantastic ski trip each year to Smiggins & Perisher where they enjoy team building, skiing and snowboarding.
Bullying No Way
This week our Wellbeing Team have been leading activities to raise student voice and celebrate “Bullying No Way”. This week was capped off with a High Vis day to promote “Be bold, Be kind and Speak up”, prizes for best dressed and a free bacon & egg roll for all students for breakfast.
Outdoor Education Class - Hike
Outdoor Education class set out on an adventure to teach the students involved some valuable survival
skills. Students hiked 35kms across 2 days with camping gear, rationed food, cooking utensils and most importantly enough water for the physically demanding hike. 2025 was a quality trip and one the Mr McKechnie and Mr Lee could not be more proud of the attitude, commitment and the integrity of the young men involved across the 2 days!
Perfect Presence
Our Perfect Presence students have built confidence, leadership skills, future-ready skills and valuable connections with the students at Lisarow Primary School. Our facilitators from Creating Chances were especially proud of the growth, behaviour and spirit that our students displayed throughout every session. They even received the feedback of “the best group that they have ever had”.
Student Leadership Team
Our student leadership team from year 7 through to year 12, were able to have a fantastic team building and leadership focus day at TreeTops adventure park. The team showed strength and resilience, and provided amazing encouragement to each other to overcome their fears and challenges!
Celebrating International Women's Day
How lucky we were to have the amazingly talented Jessica Nash and Annabel Martin, female players from the Mariners and former Lisarow High School Captain Kate Smith for sharing their stories and empowering our students and we also welcomed Jill and Bronwyn from the Soroptimist Society who support our female students through their contributions to Aspire.
The event was made even more special by the catering from our senior hospitality classes.
The day was a true celebration of women’s achievements and a great success.
Community Engagement
The community engagement program for 2025. Our strong partnership with Coast Shelter will continue throughout the year with our dinner service and other exciting programs.
Music is a big part of school life for our students, below is a video showing their talent, the first showing a selection of students performing at Erina Fair, entertaining the crowds.
“Lisarow High School is a wonderful school community. The teachers are fantastic and my children are happy and thriving.” — a parent of Lisarow High School
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