Cowra High School

Cowra High School is a quality, comprehensive and inclusive high school with an enrolment of approximately 550 students in a rural community. The school offers progressive educational programs which are developed and delivered by its well-qualified, enthusiastic and committed staff. The school enjoys a tradition of high academic achievement and provides opportunities for gifted and talented students. It has many innovative programs which have been recognised through the presentation of a Director-General's Award. The school offers a broad curriculum with widening access to vocational courses both on-site and through the local TAFE College. It has earned recognition for success in sport, music, student support programs, art, student exchange and Aboriginal literacy & cultural programs. Cowra High School has a well-structured and a caring student welfare network, with a strong committed to Aboriginal education. The staff is ably assisted by a supportive school community who appreciates the value of providing a quality education which meets educational outcomes for students' future needs. Cowra High School is an integral part of the local community. The school's strong links with the people, businesses and community organisations of Cowra demonstrate a genuine integration of the school as a community resource. Close community links have also been developed through a long-standing student exchange program with Seikei High School in Tokyo; and other student exchanges and cultural visits. As an active member of the Lachlan valley Learning Community, Cowra High School is developing a Kindergarten to Year 12 focus with its partner primary schools. The school is currently renewing its focus on the early years of secondary schooling through a locally developed Stage 3 through to Stage 4 transition program. The school's Support Unit provides an attractive environment that caters for special needs students in a caring and inclusive environment. Current whole school development and professional learning areas include: numeracy, literacy, connected learning, student retention & engagement, Aboriginal education and teacher quality.