Schools information hub
Whether you’re a teacher, school leader, or educator in Maroondah, this hub has been created to help your school connect with the many resources, programs, and opportunities on offer from Council. Explore what’s available and make the most of Council’s commitment to supporting vibrant, informed and engaged school communities across Maroondah.
If you have any feedback or suggestions on how the Schools information hub can be improved please email youth@maroondah.vic.gov.au.
On this page
Support for teachers, school leaders and educators
Networks
- Outer East Youth Service Providers Network
The Outer East Youth Service Providers Network provides free networking and professional learning opportunities to professionals who work with young people aged 10 - 25 years in Maroondah, Knox, and the Yarra Ranges.
- Maroondah Positive Education Network
The Maroondah Positive Education Network (MPEN) aims to improve individual and collective wellbeing of students, staff, parents and the wider community. This ongoing collaboration between Council and the Department of Education is using a system-based approach to build capability, connection and community and enable our schools to create and maintain flourishing learning environments, where relationships are important and other people matter.
Newsletters
- Maroondah eNews
Council's email newsletters include the latest news, and what's happening in and around Maroondah. Choose which topics you want to hear more about, such as nature activities, waste and sustainability news for schools, professional learning program updates, and announcements regarding art events and opportunities.
- Eastern Alliance for Sustainable Learning
Subscribe to the EASL newsletter for updates filled with educational information, helpful hints and tips, events and news about a range of sustainability activities in and around our neighbouring Councils.
Professional development
- Children's Services Professional Learning Program
Maroondah City Council develops a Professional Learning Program to support educators to access high quality, relevant and affordable training opportunities locally. The program includes an extensive range of topics, presented by respected and inspiring speakers.
Community funding and grants
- Community funding & grants
Council has a variety of grants and funding opportunities available to community organisations and those in need.
- Find a grant
Search for grant opportunities available for not-for-profits, businesses, individuals and schools offered by government, philanthropic and corporate grant-makers.
Recognising young people
- Youth Awards
Nominate young people aged between 10 to 25 for the Youth Awards. This annual event celebrates and recognises the strengths, resilience, and achievements of young people in Maroondah.
Programs and services
Venue and facility hire
Resources for the classroom
- Being Your Best You
These videos provide a candid snapshot on how young people experience things like social media, technology and bullying, and what actions adults can take to support and empower young people who are experiencing mental health challenges.
- How to care for nature
Activities and resources that encourage children to connect with nature safely and respectfully.
- Local Government School Kit
The Local Government School Kit was developed to help primary and secondary school students who are looking for information about Council and the role of councillors.
Support for students and their families
Support for students
- Youth Services
Maroondah Youth are here to support every young person aged 10 to 25 who lives, works, studies or plays in the City of Maroondah. Connect with us to discuss how we can make a difference for your students.
- Youth support sessions
Young people can connect with a youth worker who provide free, flexible and tailored support for young people in Maroondah aged 10 to 25 for up to 12 months.
- Hangout
Hangout is a weekly drop-in program for young people aged 12 to 25, every Thursday from 3 to 6pm in Croydon.
- Maroondah TAC L2P program
The TAC L2P Program assists Victorian learner drivers aged 16 to 21 with no access to a supervising driver or vehicle to gain the 120 hours driving experience required to apply for a probationary licence.
Support for parents, grandparents and carers
- Parenting information sessions
Council organises parenting information sessions for parents, grandparents and carers in Maroondah to support families in their parenting journeys with children and young people.
- Youth Services
Maroondah Youth are here to support every young person aged 10 to 25 who lives, works, studies or plays in the City of Maroondah. Connect with us to discuss how we can make a difference for your students.
- Youth support sessions
Young people can connect with a youth worker who provide free, flexible and tailored support for young people in Maroondah aged 10 to 25 for up to 12 months.
- Hangout
Hangout is a weekly drop-in program for young people aged 12 to 25, every Thursday from 3 to 6pm in Croydon.
- Maroondah TAC L2P program
The TAC L2P Program assists Victorian learner drivers aged 16 to 21 with no access to a supervising driver or vehicle to gain the 120 hours driving experience required to apply for a probationary licence.
- Events calendar
The events calendar lists many Council and community activities that take place across Maroondah.
- Community connections
Connection is as important to our physical and mental health as exercise and healthy eating. Find connection in your community.
- Housing and homelessness
Support services you can contact if you or someone you know needs assistance to find accommodation
Search the ConnectUs online directory for other services for young people in Maroondah, Knox and Yarra Ranges!
ConnectUs
Advertise your schools events
The Events calendar lists the many Council, community and other events and activities that take place across Maroondah.
A printed version of the events calendar is available at Council Service Centres and facilities across Maroondah at the beginning of each month. To be included in the printed events calendar, please submit your event at least 7 days before the start of the next month.
Add an event
For your school newsletter
Maroondah eNews
Maroondah eNews includes project updates, the latest news, and what's happening in and around Maroondah. Choose which topics you want to hear more about.
Subscribe to Maroondah news
Upcoming events
Council have a range of events coming up that might appeal to your families:
For all upcoming Council and community events see the Events calendar.
Further information
For more information on how Council can support your school, or to provide feedback on the Schools information hub, please call Sarah Cullen, School Focused Youth Service Program Lead on 03 9294 5704 or email youth@maroondah.vic.gov.au.