Events
School events bring learning to life and help shape our school culture. They help students build confidence, connect with others and celebrate their progress. Events also give families a chance to be involved in school life and share in their child’s achievements.
Upcoming events
CELEBRATE OUR 2026 HSC MAJOR PROJECTS!
You’re warmly invited to share in the outstanding achievements of our 2026 HSC students across all major project courses.
This showcase highlights the incredible effort, dedication, perseverance, and creativity our students have demonstrated throughout the year.
Join us in celebrating their commitment and remarkable work!
FREE NUCLEAR ENGINEERING INFO SESSION FOR YEAR 11 & 12!
We're excited to offer Brisbane Water Secondary College students an exclusive session hosted by the UNSW Nuclear Society—perfect for those interested in engineering, energy, and the sciences!
Discover:
- What nuclear engineering involves and how it fits within broader engineering degrees
- Study pathways at UNSW, including the Bachelor of Nuclear Engineering (Honours) and Nuclear Engineering Minor
- Career opportunities in Australia’s growing energy and critical minerals sectors
- A Q&A with current UNSW engineering students
The 30-45 minute in-person session is tailored for STEM-focused Year 11 and 12 students eager to learn about this exciting field.
Head Start - Pre-Apprenticeship Engineering Course
Date: Friday 21 August, Tuesday 8 September, Wednesday 9 September, Tuesday 15 September, & Wednesday 16 September 2026
Central Coast Showcase
Date: Wednesday 26 August
Time: 7:35am - 8:15pm
The Central Coast Showcase is an annual High Performance and Gifted Education program that features the very best performances Central Coast public schools have to offer. For over a decade, the showcase has proudly presented an eclectic concert program of singers, dancers, actors, bands, instrumentalists and so much more, over two concerts.
Macbeth Incursion
Date: Thursday 27 August 2026
Time: 11:15am - 1:15pm
Year 10 students will be invited to watch a live performance of the play Macbeth. They are studying this text in Term 3 and this performance should contribute to their enjoyment of the text.
Year 9/10 Netball Gala Day
Date: Friday 28 August 2026
Time: 8:30am - 2:30pm
Selected Year 10 students to participate in the CHS Netball Gala Day.
RIEP Racing Industry Showcase Day
Date: Friday 28 August 2026
Time: 9:30am - 03:30pm
The Racing Industry Showcase Day will provide Central Coast high school students with a unique opportunity to explore the diverse range of career pathways available within the thoroughbred racing industry. Students will go behind the scenes at a live race day at Gosford Racecourse, gaining firsthand insight into the many roles that contribute to the success of race meetings and the broader racing industry.
Nationals Tour Sunshine Coast 2026
Date: 7:15am Saturday 29 August - 4:00pm Wednesday 2 September 2026
Women in Finance & Technology
Date: Wednesday 2 September 2026
Time: 8:00am - 4:10pm
Girls attending will take part in an interactive day investigating finance and technology careers.
Tree Tops Rewards Excursion
Date: Monday 7 September 2026
Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm
Students from the Year 11 and 12 Thrive program, will participate in a rewards excursion to Tree Tops Adventure Park.
P&C meeting
Date: Wednesday, Week 4 (Umina Campus) & Week 8 (Woy Woy Campus).
Time: 7:00 pm
Join our vibrant P&C. Meetings are held in week 4 & 8 of every term in the school hall. Parents and carers are welcome to attend.
RED Frogs Workshop
Date: Wednesday 16 September 2026
Time: 1:45pm - 2:45pm
This workshop has been selected as part of students required Life Ready hours. The Red Frog "Party Safe" program leaves students aware of and equipped to navigate many of the situations the may be confronted with in various party environments, such as after parties and music festivals.
Thrive Celebration Morning Tea
Date: Thursday 17 September 2026
Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm
Graduating Year 12 Thrive students, their families and teachers are invited to come together for a morning tea to celebrate their completion of year 12.
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HSC Masterclass Workshops
With the HSC just around the corner, there's no time like the present to take advantage of our expert-led Masterclass series.
Packed with targeted strategies, clear explanations, and practical tips from experienced staff, these workshops are designed to help you excel and give you the confidence to achieve your very best.
Don’t miss out - check out the infographic above for all the dates and details.
Questions? Contact Mr. Brown - HT Secondary Studies.
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- most variety of curriculum offerings on the coast
- accelerated VET frameworks
- futures academy
- mentoring program
- small group tuition
- Variety Night
- Night Under the Stars
- HSC Showcase
- Laycock St Theatre Showcase
- Next Gen Art Exhibition
- CHS competitions
- Griffin Cup
- Boccia Championships
- holiday study workshops
- overnight excursions
- school orientation days
- sports carnivals
- open day and school tours
- Harmony Week and Book Week events
- excursions and incursions
- performances, concerts or school productions
- fundraising, charity and community events
- award assemblies
- graduation and other celebrations.
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