At Ringwood Secondary College (RSC) our fundamental purpose is to foster a learning community that caters for the unique academic, physical, social and emotional needs of our students. A balanced range of VCE, VET and VCAL studies meets the varied learning needs of students Comprehensive Performing Arts programs enable students to learn a musical instrument and play in over 16 ensembles, perform in annual school productions and national music competitions. In Sporting and Co-curricula programs, our students compete at State level in a full range of individual and team sports. Extension activities include Debating, Tournament of Minds, DaVinci Decathalon, Year 7 Philosophy, Online Global Projects and our CISCO Networking Academy. Student leadership is enhanced through a portfolio of positions including Ambassadors, Form and Year Level Leaders, College Prefects and Student Council Our sister schools in Thailand, France and England are sources of regular exchange and cultural programs, including our Performing Arts World Tour This college has 124 equivalent full-time staff: 5 Principal class, 96 teachers and 23 Educational Support Staff.In 2011, RSC will undergo a review and develop a Strategic Plan for 2012-2015. We look forward to continued student achievement during 2011 as we define further direction for improved outcomes.