Opportunities and activities
Our school offers a range of co-curricular programs (extra-curricular) and activities that help students grow, make new friends, explore their interests and build real-world skills. These experiences support learning beyond the classroom and help your child become a confident, creative, active and connected member of the school community.
Getting involved in co-curricular activities can boost your child’s confidence, build social skills and support their overall wellbeing and learning.
Contact our school to find out more about what’s available and how your child can get involved.
Our co-curricular highlights
See what we offer at Dorrigo High School.
Academic enrichment and challenges
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Public speaking and debating
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Science and Engineering Challenge
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Game Changer Challenge
Sport and physical activity
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Inter-school sports competitions
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Combined High Schools and state representative sports
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Equestrian team
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Walcha Visit – 60 years of friendly competition with Walcha Central School
Creative and performing arts
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Schools Spectacular
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Visual Arts competitions
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Lunchtime clubs: textiles, art, board games, and creative club.
Leadership and personal development
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Student Leadership Team and Student Representative Council
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GRIP Leadership Program
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RYPEN – Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment
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Social-emotional programs (Tomorrow Man, Tomorrow Woman, Safe on Social)
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Wellbeing Days
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Bellingen Shire Council Youth Programs
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RYDA – Rotary Youth Driver Awareness
Agriculture and rural programs
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Agricultural programs, including Cattle Showing Team and Junior Judging
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NSW School Merino Wether Challenge
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RYAG – Rotary Youth in Agriculture
Cultural and community engagement
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Year group excursions (e.g. Scotts Head, Gold Coast)
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Dorrigo Show schools competitions
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Aboriginal Cultural Programs – including Elder in Residence
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Engagement with local Rotary Club youth programs