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Sep 21

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Jake Morgan, A VCAL student at Cire Community School, Yarra Junction is raising money for the Black Dog Institute, by being involved in the "Mullets for Mental Health" for September fundraising project. He has already raised an incredible $608! Jake says, “Mental health is an issue that is really important to me. I chose the Black Dog Institute because they are a charity that takes action and is not run for profit and I know that my school has worked with them in the past. There are many people that are alone and lost and can’t tell anyone what is happening. They don't want to burden anyone. People shouldn't be feeling like that. The Black Dog Institute helps these people and is a place where they can tell someone.” If you would like to donate please visit Jake's fundraising page via our bio. Black Dog Institute #ConnectWithCire #MentalHealthAwareness #MulletsForMentalHealth ...

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Sep 20

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The students in our 5/6 class at Yarra Junction have been working with programmable robots called "Spheros". The robots act as a STEAM-based educational tool that helps repair young peoples relationship with learning. This interactive project allows students to learn about coding, problem-solving, collaboration and creativity. We are now enrolling for years 5 and 6 at the Cire Community School, Yarra Junction Campus. Learn more today at our website, link in bio. #connectwithcire ...

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Sep 16

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Are you looking for an education provider to re-engage your child with education? Cire Community School in Yarra Junction is now taking enrolments for years 5 and 6. Whether they've experienced some form of trauma that has lead to disengagement or that mainstream school simply isn't suited to them, our team help to establish a positive relationship with education through self-paced learning in areas that interest the young person. We understand that withdrawal can occur at an early age and we are extremely pleased to now be taking enrolments for years 5 and 6 at our Yarra Junction Campus. Learn more today (link in bio) ...

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Sep 8

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Cire in the news - another great article in the Star Mail News this week. Cire's Executive Manager Education, Peri Dix, and Mt Evelyn Campus Principal Stephen Duke talk about the challenges students are facing in the current climate and how Cire aims to maintain students social skills during lockdown periods. Read the full article via the link in our bio 📰 If you or your child are experiencing similar troubles, we strongly recommend reaching out to the Youth Health Hub - Yarra Ranges. The team can connect you with a range of valuable support services. ...

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Sep 7

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Cire Community School's student and aspiring AFL photographer Dylan Schafter is already kicking goals to realise his dream and has used COVID as an unexpected springboard. The talented almost 17-year old launched his online photography business, @dyls_photography , three years ago and in his biggest career highlight to date, completed a coveted internship with the AFL’s Gold Coast Suns earlier this year. He has won several awards for his work and one of his photographs was 11th in the Australian Photography Magazine’s Top 20 Junior Category. Further showcasing his versatility, Dylan has entered a nature photo in the Upper Yarra Community Bank’s 2022 Calendar Competition. His main motivation for entering was to highlight and share the natural beauty of the Upper Yarra. Read the full blog at our website (link in bio) @gcsuns #connectwithcire #ciresbrighterfutures ...

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Aug 26

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Tomorrow is Wear it Purple Day 🟣 💜 Wear It Purple strives to foster supportive, safe, empowering and inclusive environments for rainbow young people. Join us in supporting our rainbow youth by wearing something purple! Send a photo to marketing@cire.org.au for us to post on your behalf. #WearItPurpleDay2021 #WIPD2021 #RainbowYouth #connectwithcire ...

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Aug 2

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Last week we held our very first Virtual Open Evenings for each of our campuses; Berwick, Mount Evelyn and Yarra Junction. Here are some answers to the most frequently asked questions: Q: How many students are in each class? A: We have a maximum of 15 students per class, allowing a personalised learning experience for students. Q: How do you help students that are disengaged to re-engage back into the school system? A: Our wellbeing team are on-campus every day to assist students, even if that means sitting with them outside until they are ready to walk in. We work closely with parents to help understand what has triggered the disengagement and offer ongoing sessions with a Wellbeing Specialist to help make education a positive experience for each individual person. Our teachers create individual learning plans by asking the students what interests them, then mapping their answers back to the curriculum creating project-based learnings and programs around what interests each students to help build their interest in school. Continued in comments... ...

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Jul 27

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Thank you to all who attended the first session of our Virtual Open Evenings last night. We kicked the tour off with our newest campus in Berwick. Attendees met with the school, took a virtual tour, learned about our education model and were able to ask questions. Join us at our upcoming sessions: 📍Mount Evelyn Campus, Tonight 27th July at 6:30pm Register via link in bio 📍Yarra Junction Campus, Thursday 29th July at 6:30pm Register via link in bio For further information please get in touch today. ...

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Jul 25

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The Cire Community in Berwick is the newest of our campuses, boasting a spacious and purpose-built facility for students in years 7 to 12. Learn more about Cire Community School - Berwick Campus at our virtual open evening tonight! register via the link in our bio. At Cire, we believe that all young people should be able to positively engage in their education regardless of their life circumstances and any barriers to learning. Education should not just focus on academic attributes but on the whole person, providing active support for their social and emotional development while supporting the development of knowledge and skills needed for a rapidly changing world. ...

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Jul 22

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Have you registered for our Virtual Open Evenings? We may not be able to host you at our campuses next week but we're looking forward to meeting you online, answering your questions and showing you our campuses. Register your spot today: Berwick info session - Monday 26th July, 6:30pm to 7:15pm Registration link in bio. Mount Evelyn info session - Tuesday 27th July, 6:30pm to 7:15pm Registration link in bio. Yarra Junction info session - 29th July, on-campus until further notice. #connectwithcire #aschoolofchoice ...

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Jul 22

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Changing Gears gives students, particularly those with low literacy levels and self-confidence, the opportunity to achieve success by learning the road rules in a supportive environment with their peers. Facilitators work with individual students on areas where they may require extra support and students are able to learn with their peers, which further embeds the learning. Being able to sit for the test with a group, rather than alone, helps to alleviate nervousness associated with testing. It is such a valuable program for our students. #cirecommunityschool #changinggears ...

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Jul 14

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Changing Gears has become an important part of Cire Community School’s offerings for several years and helps students achieve one of the ”rites of passage” which may not otherwise be within easy reach, as well as contribute to keeping our roads safer. #cirecommunityschool #changinggears ...

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Jul 2

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To help make school accessible for our students, Cire provides a free bus service from areas including; Badger Creek, Healesville, Cockatoo, Chirnside Park, Mooroolbark, Lilydale and Mt Evelyn. ...

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Jun 30

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"The city of Melbourne is one of my favourite places. As a photographer, I like taking photos and learning about the culture of different people taking around. I tend to love taking photos of street scenes as you don't plan what photos you are taking. you will never know what you will find and take" - Dylan, Cire Community School photography student 📷 @dyls_photography ...

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Jun 19

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Cire's Yarra Junction campus has seen quite a few changes over the last 12 months; like this great new landscaped area designed, constructed, and utilised by our students. Stay tuned for some exciting updates! ...

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Jun 17

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Are you or a loved one still without power from the recent storms? The students at our Mount Evelyn Campus have prepared these candles for anyone in need. Pick up is available Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday - 9am to 3pm ...

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Jun 16

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Yesterday, we shared Chloe's literacy success story. After speaking with her further we discovered just how far she has come at Cire. Read more below. "Before I heard about Cire I struggled with what to do next, I thought there wasn’t anymore options for me. In the short amount of time I have been at Cire, I have learnt more than I ever did in my 4 years of mainstream schooling. Being at Cire has taught me many social aspects and taught me how to deal with real life situations. Each student is on their own pathway and the teachers and wellbeing staff support each and every student individually, in ways that benefit us for the long run. If you struggle with mainstream learning, lack social skills or need more one on one support with learning, I highly recommend looking into Cire as they can help guide you into your future and create pathways you couldn’t even imagine!" - Chloe, Cire VCAL Student ...

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Jun 15

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Cire's teachers and wellbeing specialists are invested in empowering students for successful futures. Here one of our VCAL students reviewing her recent work. Chloe joined Cire in March 2021 and has already completed her VCAL literacy intermediate in full, she is now onto her senior year. This is a huge achievement, especially as she told us she could never see herself completing her education, having such a difficult experience at her previous school - Well done! ...

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Jun 11

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Many hands make light work. When a member of our maintenance crew, Rikki needed a hand shifting some cut-offs, a group of students and school staff were more than happy to lend a hand. Helping eachother is what it's all about. ...

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Jun 5

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