Senator for Victoria Lisa Darmanin opened a new Year 7 and 8 Centre at Beaconhills College on October 22, which will improve student educational outcomes.
Cardinia Shire Mayor Cr Jack Kowarzik and Pakenham MP Emma Vulin also attended the opening, joining students, staff and families to celebrate the milestone.
Senator Darmanin said work on the new facilities was delivered with support of Australian Government funding of $650,000 through the Capital Grants Program.
“A lot of work has gone into this project which has delivered a new middle school learning centre for Year 7 and 8 students comprising of general purpose classrooms, dedicated study and
breakout rooms, storerooms, staff and meeting rooms, and a multipurpose area,” Senator Darmanin said.
“These new facilities will provide school staff, teachers and students at Beaconhills College with better, more modern spaces in which to work, teach and learn.
“The Australian Government is committed to providing all schools with appropriate funding so that all students, including those in Pakenham, get the best possible education.”
Senator Darmanin said the new facilities would benefit the students currently at Beaconhills College, as well as the many students to follow in future years.
“The teachers, staff and students at Beaconhills College have built a strong and positive school community and these new facilities will further enhance local educational opportunities,”
Senator Darmanin said.
“Our Government strongly believes in providing the best possible resources so that local students can realise their potential and develop the skills they need to go on to further study
or join the workforce.”
