Enrichment Programs
ENRICHMENT PROGRAM INFORMATION:
Providing outstanding opportunities for our students is something that MEC prides itself for. Each Enrichment Program has been specifically designed to inspire and extend students in their chosen passion. The Enrichment Programs on offer for 2026 are:
- Athlete
- Basketball
- Media
- Performing Arts
- STEM
ENRICHMENT PROGRAM FORMAT:
Each Enrichment Program will run independently for one hour per week across the full year as an extra-curricular activity. Each program will be comprised of a mix of students from years 7, 8, 9 and 10 and will be capped at approximately 25 selected students. Students partaking in a program attend the session in place of their timetabled class at that time. At times, the program may include a full day or part day excursion that the students are expected to attend in place of their timetabled classes. Successful applicants will be required to keep up to date on any classwork missed during their enrichment sessions. Students are committed to their Enrichment Program for one year and can take part in only one Enrichment Program at any given time. Students may choose to apply for an alternative program in following years.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Due to the specific nature of the Enrichment Programs, applications are crucial to ensure the most suitable students are selected. Interest, ability, skill level and commitment all contribute to the suitability of the student and should be highlighted throughout the application process. Students may apply for multiple Enrichment Programs, but they will only be selected for one. Interested students can apply by completing the online application form found under the Enrichment tab on the College website.
APPLICATION TIMELINE
Applications Open:
Monday, 30th September
Applications Close for 2026:
Friday, 24th October
The College’s finance office will be in contact in regards to payment once enrolment in the enrichment program has been confirmed. A range of payment options will be available.
Basketball
The Mount Erin college Basketball Enrichment Program is a performance program in association with high level coaches linked to Basketball Victoria.
The program aims to:
- Access to specialised coaching: Students will receive specialised
basketball coaching from an expert in the industry, and consequently, improve
their performance in this area. - Nutrition Education: Students gain in-depth knowledge about optimal
nutrition strategies that fuel performance and recovery, including meal
planning, and hydration. - Strength and Conditioning: The program offers strength training routines
that enhance performance, reduce injury risk, and promote physical
resilience. - Habit Formation: Students learn to develop positive daily habits, including
sleep hygiene, time management, and recovery practices, fostering
consistency and discipline both on and off the court. - Mindset Development: Mental skills training helps students build resilience, focus, motivation, and confidence, equipping them to navigate challenges and maintain a growth-oriented outlook.
- Career Investigation: Exposure to career possibilities related to the
basketball industry by engaging with professionals in high performance sport environments.
Program Structure:
- Coaching provided by industry experts
- Game sense development and evaluation
- Fitness development
- Nutrition education and support to development adequate dietary habits that promote healthy growth of the body and mind
- Supportive community environment encouraging peer motivation and
accountability.
Annual Cost: $320
Which includes:
- Coaching
- Training T-Shirt
- Basketball
- Excursion to a basketball stadium and / game
- VCC tournament
Performing Arts
The Performing Arts Enrichment Program provides students with an opportunity to explore a range of performing arts-based disciplines, where they develop and apply a range of technical skills to create performances for the stage.
Program Objectives:
- Student-centred: Students will receive hand-on, student centred learning experiences in a range of performing arts areas.
- Industry-standard training: Students gain in-depth knowledge and skills in performing arts disciplines at an industry level in acting, movement and dance, devising and writing, and producing.
- Relevant productions: Students will be engaged in creating meaningful
productions driven by real-world and relevant topics. - Career Investigation: Exposure to career possibilities related to the
performing arts industry.
Program Structure:
- Introduction to movement and dance basics
- Acting techniques
- Devising physical theatre and musical theatre
- Scriptwriting
- Production areas (lighting, sound, costume, set)
- Undertaking varied roles and responsibilities to create and develop a
performance - Excursions to professional venues
- Workshops
- Culmination of students work in the MEC Arts Extravaganza
Annual Cost: $250*
Which includes
- Resources for equipment/props
- Incursion & Excursion costs
- Workshops
- Showcase
*Depending on the individual/small group projects, there may be additional costs relating to final production. Any additional costs will be budgeted and invoiced to the individual student.
STEM
STEM Enrichment Program
(Science Technology Engineering Maths)
Program outline:
The STEM Enrichment Program provides students with a passion for Science,
Technology, Engineering and/or Mathematics (STEM) to engage in the problem-
solving process using STEM concepts.
Program Objectives:
- Development of critical thinking skills: Students will develop their problem-solving skills through real-world STEM challenges.
- Relevant concepts: Students will identify and analyse problems within their local community and/or global community.
- Development of creativity and innovation: This program promote creativity and innovation through the design and prototyping of models, tools and/or products.
- Industry-standard training: Students gain in-depth knowledge about STEM disciplines, including access to the new state of the art facility ‘Frankston Tech School’.
- Communication skill development: This program will foster collaboration, communication and project management skills, teaching students how to plan and manage resources thought iterative design.
- Connections with the community: The program will provide opportunities for students to engage with industry experts and present to the wider community.
- Career Investigation: Exposure to career possibilities related to the STEM industry.
Program Structure:
The STEM Enrichment Program will follow a problem-solving cycle and be delivered throughout the school year in the following phases:
Phase 1: Problem Identification & Analysis
- Students identify a real-world issue in their community or broader society.
- Conduct research and analyse how a STEM-based solution could address the issue.
Phase 2: Design & Planning
- Students conceptualise and design a solution (model, tool, structure, or
product). - Create detailed plans including sketches, design features, and a proposed budget.
- Justify material choices, especially in relation to sustainability and
effectiveness.
Phase 3: Prototype Development
- Build initial prototypes using available materials and tools.
- Engage in hands-on construction and iterative testing of their designs.
- Record challenges and improvements throughout the development process.
Phase 4: Testing & Modification
- Evaluate the effectiveness and functionality of the prototype.
- Identify areas for improvement and apply modifications to refine the design.
- Document the testing process, feedback, and final adjustments.
Phase 5: Presentation & Community Engagement
- Prepare a formal presentation or demonstration of the final product/model.
- Present to peers, teachers, and members of the community (e.g., local
council, industry professionals). - Reflect on the problem-solving process and the social or environmental
impact of their solution.
Annual Cost: $250
Which includes:
- Resources for prototype and final product development
- Incursion & Excursion costs
- Workshops
Athlete
The Athlete Enrichment Program is designed to empower student-athletes by providing personalised, comprehensive support tailored to their unique needs and goals. This program focuses on holistic growth by integrating key components essential for athletic success: nutrition, strength training, condition and endurance training, habits, and mindset.
Program Objectives:
- Individualised Goal Setting: Each student (athlete) works closely with the teacher & coaches to establish personalised development goals that align with their physical capabilities and long-term aspirations, with particular focus on the needs of the preferred sporting pursuit.
- Nutrition Education: Students gain in-depth knowledge about optimal nutrition strategies that fuel performance and recovery, including meal planning, hydration, and supplementation tailored to their individual needs.
- Strength and Conditioning: The program offers customised strength training routines that enhance athletic performance, reduce injury risk, and promote physical resilience, adapting to each athlete’s progression.
- Habit Formation: Athletes learn to develop positive daily habits, including sleep hygiene, time management, and recovery practices, fostering consistency and discipline both on and off the field.
- Mindset Development: Mental skills training helps students build resilience, focus, motivation, and confidence, equipping them to navigate challenges and maintain a growth-oriented outlook.
- Career Investigation: Exposure to career possibilities related to the sports industry by engaging with professional in high performance sport environments.
Program Structure:
- Initial assessments to determine baseline fitness, nutrition knowledge, and mindset strengths and areas of improvement.
- One-on-one consults to define specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals, with an individualised action plan.
- Regular progress reviews and adjustments to individualised plans.
- Excursions and / or incursions with experts in nutrition, sports psychology, and strength coaching.
- Supportive community environment encouraging peer motivation and accountability.
Annual Cost: $320
Which includes:
- Access to professional guidance from a qualified Personal Trainer
- Access to professional guidance from a qualified Nutritionist
- Excursion to high performance sports industry
Media
The Media Enrichment Program provides students with an opportunity to use an inquiry- based approach to strengthen skills to develop, create and apply their understanding to three core areas of media:
- Radio and Podcasting
- Film and Documentary
- Print and Zine
Program objectives:
- Student-centred: Students will receive hand-on, student centred learning experiences in each media area.
- Industry-standard training: Students gain in-depth knowledge about media disciplines, including specialised, industry-standard training.
- Industry access: The program offers students opportunities for experiential learning in professional settings (e.g. radio stations)
- Relevant media productions: Students will be engaged in creating meaningful media productions driven by real-world and relevant topics.
- Practical skill development: This program will foster practical skill development through rotation across diverse media platforms.
- Career Investigation: Exposure to career possibilities related to the media industry.
Program Structure:
- Introduction to the media forms
- Exploring real-world / community issues
- Accepting varied roles and responsibilities to create and develop a media-based project
- Excursions to professional venues
- Workshops
Annual Cost: $250*
Which includes
- Resources for equipment / props
- Incursion & Excursion costs
- Workshops
- Showcase
*Depending on the individual/small group projects, there may be additional costs
relating to final production. Any additional costs will be budgeted and invoiced to the
individual student.