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Student guide · Term 3 2026

The semester, explained for Maffra secondary college

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Term 3 2026
Campus terms
9
Local details
9

Academic calendar

Term 3 2026 runs Jul 13, 2026 – Sep 18, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

11 entries
  1. Term 3 2026Relevant now
  2. Term 4 2026
  3. Head Start 2026
  4. Term 1 2027
  5. Term 2 2027
  6. Term 3 2027
  7. Term 4 2027
  8. Term 1 2028
  9. Term 2 2028
  10. Term 3 2028
  11. Term 4 2028

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Campus language

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9 terms

D

Dargo
One of the four school houses used for sporting competitions and school spirit.

G

Glenmaggie
One of the four school houses, named after the local Lake Glenmaggie.

L

Licola
One of the four school houses, named after the nearby regional town.

M

Maffra Sec
The common shorthand name used by students and the local community for Maffra Secondary College.

S

SRC
Student Representative Council, the elected student leadership body that organizes events and represents student interests.

T

The Canteen
The primary food service area on campus where students purchase lunch and snacks during breaks.

V

Valencia
One of the four school houses, named after the local Valencia Creek area.
VCE
Victorian Certificate of Education, the standard senior secondary certificate for students in Years 11 and 12.
VM
Vocational Major, a practical pathway within the VCE for students focusing on industry and trade skills.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

9 details
A Block
The main administrative wing containing the front office and staff rooms.
Bus Duty
The supervised process at the end of the school day where students line up for regional bus transport.
college_canteen
College Canteen
Compass
The essential online management portal used for checking timetables, recording attendance, and receiving school reports.
Late Pass
A required slip from the front office if a student arrives at school after the morning bell.
The Library
The central resource center providing study spaces and book loans for students.
The Rec
The Maffra Recreation Reserve, located adjacent to the school and frequently used for inter-school sports and athletics carnivals.
The Stadium
The large indoor gymnasium used for Physical Education classes and whole-school assemblies.
Trade Training Centre
A specialized facility for vocational education and practical technology subjects.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Term 3 2026 runs Jul 13, 2026 – Sep 18, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
9 approved campus terms and 9 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Maffra for Maffra secondary college Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Maffra.

Timezone

Australia/Melbourne

Median Rent

$320

Cost of Living Index

92

Student Population

500

City Transportation

Walkability

55

Bikeability

60

Public Transit

Regional bus services to Sale and surrounding towns

Nearest Airports

West Sale Airport (regional), Melbourne Airport (major, via road)

Climate Averages

Climate

Oceanic

Avg Annual Temp

57°F

Avg Snowfall

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Campus News

Latest updates from Maffra secondary college

Jaxon Marshall Selected for 2026 National Youth Parliament

Year 11 student Jaxon Marshall represented Gippsland at the National Youth Parliament in Canberra, speaking on the future of agriculture in Australia.

Aug 7, 2026

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2026 Careers Expo Success

The annual Careers Expo was held at Maffra Memorial Hall, providing students and families with information on future pathways and opportunities.

Jul 22, 2026

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Charlie McCallum Scholarship Recipients Announced

Students Bill Huts and Xanthe Wade were awarded scholarships to trek the Kokoda Trail following a successful application and interview process.

Jul 15, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Maffra secondary college

Year 10 and 11 Camp - Gold Coast

September 13, 2026

Gold Coast, QLD

A school camp for Year 10 and 11 students running from September 13th to September 18th.

Unit 3 and 4 VCE Practice Exams

September 14, 2026

Maffra Secondary College

Practice examinations for VCE Unit 3 and 4 students held throughout the final week of Term 3.

Final Day of Classes - Term 3

September 17, 2026

Maffra Secondary College

The last day of regular classes for the third term.

Parent-Teacher Interviews (Years 7-10)

September 17, 2026

Maffra Secondary College

Interviews for students in years 7-10, held from 4:00pm to 6:30pm. Bookings are made via Compass.

Term 3 Ends

September 18, 2026

Maffra Secondary College

Official end of Term 3 for the 2026 school year.

Term 4 Commences

October 5, 2026

Maffra Secondary College

First day of the fourth term for all students.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@maffrasc.vic.edu.au

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