By Brendan Rees
Students will have access to state-of-the-art buildings at Rivercrest Christian College, thanks to funding from the Andrews Government.
Member for Eastern Victoria Daniel Mulino and Labor Candidate for Bass Jordan Crugnale toured the Clyde North school’s new administration and hub buildings on Friday 3 August to see firsthand the exciting $3.4 million redevelopment.
To mark the occasion a ceremony was held at the school with a special song sung by the choir, speeches delivered by student leaders and an unveiling of a commemorative plaque.
The project was funded by the Victorian Government ($1.7 million) and Rivercrest Christian College ($1.7 million).
The Administration building features offices, a first aid room, staff room and staff collaborative working space.
The Hub comprises of a Discovery Centre (library), music room, art studio, several private instrumental rooms where we teach vocal, stings, guitar and piano.
Head of Rivercrest Christian College Dr Michelle Cafini said the new learning facilities ensured students had access to a great education.
“There is a planned tech bar where students can work collaboratively and independently using technology to research and extend their creativity and problem solving skills,” he said.
“All subjects link to our Primary Years Programme (international Baccalaureate) which offers a transdisciplinary approach to learning.”
Minister for Education James Merlino said: “This brand new, state-of-the-art building is another example of how we’re making the investments we need to give every child – regardless of where they live, or the school they go to – the very best education.”
However, Opposition leader Matthew Guy said an additional 70 brand new schools could have been built across the state had Mr Andrews not torn up the $1.3 billion East West Link contract.
