Forbes High is one of 14 regional schools to share in funding for upgrades to support the rollout of programs for high potential students.
Announced in the NSW Budget, these enhancements will enable schools to deliver High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE)
programs that extend student learning across a range of subjects, as part of the Government’s broader commitment to expand gifted education across every public school.
Principal Kathleen Maksymczuk says the school community is delighted - it's a very exciting time.
"We're in those planning stages of really looking at how we bring our facilities up to that really strong contemporary standard that allows us to tailor those really specific educational experiences for all learners," she said, "really tapping into that potential that students have and being able to have the facilities that cater for their needs."
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Schools were selected based on student need and enrolment capacity.
The Department of Education is working closely with each school to identify the infrastructure improvements that will best support student development.
Forbes High is in the planning stages with identified work including dedicated fitness centre facilities, library facilities, hall, school entrance and facade as well as administration and toilet facilities.
Mrs Maksymczuk said it was an exciting time for both Forbes High and the community and thanked both government and department for committing the funds to Forbes High School.
"We've got amazing specialist staff, we've got fantastic teaching experts, let's ensure our facilities match that teacher expertise as well," she said.
Acting Minister for Education and Early Learning Courtney Houssos said the investment would help students explore and develop their talents in a supportive and enriched learning and environment.
“We want every child to have the opportunity to reach their full potential at school, with high expectations for achievement," she said.
“This Budget is a significant investment in upgrading classrooms and specialist facilities so that schools can deliver on the commitment made by the Education Minister Prue Car to expand access to High Potential and Gifted Education."
