What’s going on at LTC?
- Important Dates
- Come Alive Museum Theatre Festival
- LTC Arts and Design Exhibition 2026
- TraC-X – Term 4
- RSPCA ACT Bake Sale
- University of Canberra Visit
- Supporting safe travel to and from school
- Online Safety Presentations for Parents and Carers
- Thank You to Helping ACT
- Thank You to Lions Club of Kambah
- Thank You to Woolworths
- Legal Aid Support Available at LTC
- 2026 school year Equity Fund now open
- ACT public school term dates
- Dispensers for free period products in schools
- Become a Homestay Host
- Menslink – Supporting Young Men in Canberra
- Parentline ACT
- Blog information
Important Dates
LTC Arts and Design Exhibition 2026
Join us for the LTC Arts and Design Exhibition 2026, showcasing the creative work of our talented students.
Opening Night will be held on Monday 9 November, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the LTC Library (upstairs).
The exhibition will run from 9 -16 November.
Come Alive Museum Theatre Festival
LTC students will perform their original work, Poster Child, as part of the Come Alive Museum Theatre Festival on Thursday 12 November at 7:00 pm at the Hub.
Inspired by the World War II poster collection in the Treasures Room, the student-devised performance explores themes of propaganda, patriotism, conscription and the impact of war on everyday life.
Bookings are now open, with limited seating available.
TraC-X – Term 4
TraC-X is back for Term 4, with students taking part in a range of activities including baking and coffee-making, and Pokémon GO.
Students have been developing their barista skills using a commercial espresso machine, while our Pokémon GO group has been exploring Lake Tuggeranong through raids and trading.
TraC-X provides opportunities for students to connect with others, explore shared interests and develop new skills.
RSPCA ACT Bake Sale
Our RSPCA ACT Bake Sale brought students and staff together to raise funds for animals in need, with homemade treats and a pop-up op shop adding to the day.
Thank you to everyone who baked, helped out, donated or made a purchase, and a special mention to Jade for her generous contribution to the RSPCA.
Donations are still welcome: https://www.rspcacupcakeday.com.au/fundraisers/lindseycooper/cupcake-day-nsw-26
University of Canberra Visit
Representatives from the University of Canberra visited LTC to meet with students and answer questions about courses, university life and future study options.
Thank you to the UC team for taking the time to speak with our students.
Supporting safe travel to and from school
Travelling independently to and from school helps children build confidence and important life skills.
Parents and carers can support safe travel around schools by:
- Walking the route with your children and identifying safe crossing points.
- Teaching children to use pedestrian crossings, school crossings and underpasses where available.
- Asking children to stop and look before crossing the road and never run onto roads or between parked cars.
- Discussing potential hazards and reminding your child to avoid distractions.
- Ensuring children know who to contact or where to go if they need help.
- Reminding them to speak with their teacher, parents, school crossing supervisor or police officer if needed.
Families are encouraged to use designated drop off and pick up areas and follow the road rules around schools.
For more information, visit: Travel safely to school – Transport Canberra
Online Safety Presentations for Parents and Carers
Join our free online webinars to learn about how AI and algorithms shape your child’s world, with practical strategies to protect their safety, privacy, and sense of reality.
Explore how AI and algorithms can lead young people down harmful ‘rabbit holes’ – from the manosphere to eating disorders, conspiracy theories, and inaccurate mental health advice. We will address:
- emerging AI-driven risks, including deepfakes, chatbot grooming, and the impact of hyper-realistic misinformation.
- helping your child develop the critical thinking skills needed to spot bias and manipulation, while teaching them how to control and curate their own experiences to protect their privacy and wellbeing in an increasingly AI-driven world.
Explore past webinars and resources. Access the online eSafety resources for parents and carers.
Explore past webinars and resources
Access the online eSafety resources for parents and carers.
Thank You to Helping ACT
Thank you to Helping ACT for supporting the LTC Breakfast Club. This program is made possible through your contribution.
Thank You to Lions Club of Kambah
Thank you to the Lions Club of Kambah for donating to the LTC Pantry and for providing funds to help subsidise courses for our students. Your support is greatly appreciated.
Thank You to Woolworths
Thank you to Woolworths for their $250 donation to the LTC Pantry. The pantry provides essential items such as personal care products, ready-to-eat meals and snacks to support our students.
Legal Aid Support Available at LTC
Legal Aid support is available every Friday in the N.E.S.T. Free legal assistance is offered to students and families in the Library from 9:30am to 12:30pm.
2026 school year Equity Fund now open
To ease the pressure of back-to-school costs, eligible Canberra families can apply now for 2026 Future of Education Equity Fund payments.
The Equity Fund supports eligible low-income families and independent students from preschool through year 12 with a one-off, annual payment to help cover the costs associated with schooling such as uniforms, sport equipment and activities, tuition and music lessons.
Check your eligibility and find more information about supporting documents on the Equity Fund webpage.
ACT public school term dates
The ACT public school term dates for 2026-2030, including student-free days, are now available on the Education Directorate’s website.
Each year, the first day of every term is a student-free day. We use student-free days for staff development, enabling us to plan in a student-free environment.
Use these dates when planning your future holidays.
Dispensers for free period products in schools
From term 3 students will have access to free period products through newly installed dispensers in addition to the expansion of access points throughout the school. This is part of an ACT Government commitment to provide students with access to free period products in a way that supports dignity and privacy.
Sanitary pads are available in primary schools, while high schools, P-10 schools, and colleges provide both sanitary pads and tampons.
This initiative supports students’ health, wellbeing and learning by removing stigma and addressing barriers related to menstruation. It is guided by the broader goal of ending period poverty.
Students will be informed of dispenser locations and encouraged to take what they need to use. They may take products for themselves, for friends or even for family members at home.
Become a Homestay Host
Are you interested in broadening your family’s cultural experiences and forming lifelong friendships?
The ACT Education Directorate is seeking Homestay hosts for international students planning to study at an ACT public high school or college.
By becoming a Homestay host, you’ll not only provide a room and meals, but you’ll also welcome a young person into your family and support their growth as they gain new perspectives, confidence, English fluency, and academic and essential life skills.
International students participating in the Homestay program are aged 16 years or above. If you have the time to support a student’s social wellbeing and academic endeavours, and have an interest in other cultures, we would love to hear from you.
A weekly payment will be provided to help cover the costs of living expenses.
Find out more at bit.ly/HomestayCanberra or email ieu@act.gov.au, or call 02 6205 9194.
Menslink – Supporting Young Men in Canberra
Menslink has provided free counselling to young guys throughout the Canberra region for 20+ years.
If your young guy is having a hard time, is anxious, uncertain or fearful of his future and could really use someone to talk to, get in touch!
Our wait times are relatively low so we’re ready to help when your young guy needs it.
We provide a welcoming and supportive environment for young guys to share their concerns and worries and we provide tips and strategies to get them through those tough times that many of them are facing right now.
Menslink Counselling sessions are completely confidential and are available to any young guy aged 10-25. There are no fees or charges, and no limits to the number of sessions. You don’t need a mental health plan and we are available during school terms and school holidays.
Do you think your young guy would really benefit from a counselling session? If so, have a chat with them and head to www.menslink.org.au, hit the ‘Get Help’ button, fill in the form and we’ll get back to you, generally the same or next business day.
If you need more info on how to have that chat with them, just email admin@menslink.org.au or call 6287 2226 and we will send you some information.
Parentline ACT
Parentline ACT offers free and confidential telephone counseling for parents and carers in the Australian Capital Territory. This service provides guidance and assistance on various parenting issues, ensuring you have the support you need with no appointment necessary. Parentline ACT is open on Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. For support, call (02) 6287 3833.
Blog information
Do you have a positive story to share about our students, alumni, staff, or the wider college community?
We’re excited to showcase stories, photos, and artworks on our blog.
Please send your submissions to scott.montoyaval@ed.act.edu.au
