Congratulations to all Senior Sub School students for completing a successful Term 1! Their dedication and hard work have set a positive tone for the year ahead, and we are proud of their commitment to their studies.
This term has been filled with some exciting events and experiences for our students.
Student Events and Experiences
The Senior Sub School hosted the Year 11 Parent Information Evening on Wednesday, 4 March. The event provided families with information related to the requirements of the VCE, and supporting their child as they begin this important stage of their education. A dedicated session on the VCE VM program was also held at the same time in Nindethana. We were delighted with the strong attendance and appreciate the ongoing support of our families.
On Monday, 16 March, Year 11 Psychology students attended Melbourne Zoo to conduct a fieldwork investigation related to ethics, while developing a range of key science skills. Also, on Monday 16 and Tuesday 17 March, the Year 12 Biology students also enriched their learning by attending GTAC as part of their Unit 3 studies on applying biotechnologies to produce human insulin. The students engaged in hands-on experiments, inserting a human insulin gene into a plasmid and transforming bacteria. They worked with mentors with PhD qualifications and used state-of-the-art scientific equipment to conduct their experiments. The results from both studies contributed to their assessments back at school.
Our senior sports teams have also been busy, with the senior intermediate boys’ baseball, senior and intermediate girls’ softball, senior boys’ futsal, and senior boys’ and girls’ tennis teams competing against other secondary schools. Additionally, our seniors participated in the Keilor Division Swimming Championships. We would like to commend all our students for their participation and excellent representation of the College.
On Friday, 20 March, our Year 11 students attended the Lady Northcote Recreation Camp, which offered great opportunities for team building and some healthy competition. The weather was perfect for spending time in the great outdoors to develop deeper connections with their peers outside of the classroom. Our senior students are now looking forward to our next team building event – the highly anticipated annual Year 11 vs. Year 12 soccer challenge, which will occur next Monday, 30 March.
Student Recognition
Kendra Batty-Mowlam of 11A recently represented our school at a Principals’ Forum as a member of the First Nations panel. Her contribution to such an important conversation reflects her leadership, insight and commitment to amplifying First Nations perspectives within and beyond our school community. Presenting in front of a large group of principals requires considerable confidence and courage, and Kendra should be commended for the way she embraced this opportunity. Congratulations, Kendra, and well done on your outstanding representation of our school.
Looking Ahead
On Friday, 15 May, Year 11 students will attend the Victorian Careers Show at the Melbourne Showgrounds. The event will provide seminars on VCE subjects and information about career pathways, tertiary courses, apprenticeships, traineeships, and employment. This is an important event for students to attend as they prepare for their future careers. Parents/guardians are reminded to give consent and make payment via Compass. Families with a Health Care Card may be eligible for a government subsidy through CSEF (Camps, Sports, and Excursions Fund) or families can use the School Savings Bonus or pay via cash or card at the General Office.
VCE VM
Workplace experience plays a vital role in preparing young people for life beyond school. It provides students with the opportunity to develop essential skills such as communication, teamwork, and responsibility, while also building confidence and gaining valuable insight into future career pathways.
We would like to congratulate Joshua Gacovski of Year 11W on his outstanding representation in the workplace. Joshua was recently awarded Rookie of the Month at McDonald’s, a fantastic achievement that reflects his strong work ethic, positive attitude, and commitment to excellence. We are very proud of the way he has represented both himself and our school in the community. Well done, Joshua!
Progress Reports and Parent Teacher Interviews
The Senior Sub School has received the Year 11 and 12 progress reports and has started conducting interviews with students, and in some cases, parent meetings. These reports reflect students’ progress on ATs and SACs and help us monitor students who may need additional support.
We highly recommend families to attend parent teacher interviews which will be held on Wednesday, 1 April to hear about how your child is performing in their senior years.
Finally, we would like to wish all our senior students and their families a relaxing and enjoyable term break.
If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 9366 25555.
Ms Marlene Cassar – Senior Sub School Leader