DSC Newsletter Edition 38 - Moodle

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DSC Newsletter Edition 38 - Moodle
drouin secondary college news
SECONDARY
COLLEGE
DATE: FRIDAY 12TH FEBRUARY 2016
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We value: Achievement, Respect, Commitment, Community
Deb Gentle
Acting Principal’s Report
2016 has begun very positively. It has been exciting to
welcome new students and families to our College community.
We look forward to building a strong partnership with all
parents this year in with the aim of supporting the success of
our students in their learning and personal growth.
KEY CONTACTS
WELCOME TO NEW STAFF
POSITION
Principal (Acting)
Assistant Principal Yr 7 (Acting)
Assistant Principal Yr 8 -9
Assistant Principal Yr 10 -12
Business Manager
Year 7 Learning Culture Leader
Year 8/9 Learning Culture Leader
We are pleased to welcome the following new staff to our
College team:
TEACHING STAFF
Mr Moreau
Ms Ishikawa
Mr Senini
Mr Collins
Ms Sandman
Ms Rieschieck
French/English
Japanese
Info Tech/Science
Japanese/SOSE
Maths/Science
English/Psychology
Returning Staff
Ms Francis
Ms Gallagher
Ms Perry
Maths
English
Psychology/Music
SUPPORT STAFF
Ms Webster
Ms Power
Ms Inella
Mr Petroff
Ms Penney
Mr Gunning
Sport & PE
Intervention
Intervention
Grounds Maintenance
Integration
IT Support
2015 DUX AND
AWARDS
The College Dux and Baw Baw
Shire scholarship winner in
2015 was Loryn Sykes. Loryn
obtained an ATAR of 89.2
which is a fabulous effort. The
overall VCE results in general
were excellent with a median
all study score of 28. I am
pleased to see many of our
students received a first round
offer for a tertiary placement.
I believe the 2016 group of
Year 12 students are capable
of strong results this year.
To assist parent and students as to who to contact with regard
to your child, our leadership team consists of the following
members:
Year 10 - 12 Learning Culture Leaders
Year 10 Assistant Learning Leader
Year 11 Assistant Learning Leader
Year 12 Assistant Learning Leader
Student Wellbeing Leader
Student Wellbeing Assistant
School Chaplain
Curriculum Leader
Curriculum Leader
Curriculum Leader
Sport Coordinator
Librarian-Literacy Leader
Maths Coordinator
English Coordinator
SOSE Coordinator
Science Coordinator
PE/Health Coordinator
Arts Coordinator
LOTE Coordinator
Technology Coordinator
There were many great performances
at all levels and in this edition of the DSCN we have listed all
major award and scholarship winners in 2015.
Year 8 Hands on Learning Coordinator
Year 9 Pre Apprenticeship Coordinator
Careers/Pathways
Careers/Pathways
Careers/Pathways
Integration Coordination
VASS Coordinator
Instrumental Music
Bus Coordination
Reporting
OHS Representative
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STAFF MEMBER
Ms D Gentle
Ms Williams
Mr R Monk
Mr M Wilson
Ms J O’Connor
Mrs A Mullen
Mrs D Croft
Mrs H Daldry
Ms J Brauman
Ms K Goss
Mr S Baxter
Ms D Sharpe
Mrs A Wilson
Ms C Kamphius
Mr D Hobbs
Ms T Fanning
Ms R Allen
Ms K Wainwright
Mr A Marks
Ms J Davies
Mr M Cox
Ms R Martino
Ms K Andrews
Ms B Brooker
Mr P Russell
Mr D Sharpe
Ms J Rolls
Mr S Hasley
Mr T Cosstick &
Mr K Thorpe
Mr B Walsh
Mr J King
Mr P Dowty
Mrs K Wales
Mr J King
Ms E Todaro
Ms N Fisher
Ms N Grechko
Mrs M Hickman
Mrs M Tyrrell
Mr B Stein
Acting Principal’s Report Continued
COLLEGE COUNCIL ELECTIONS 2016
The role of the College Council is very important to the running
of our College. It is the key policy making body and establishes
the direction for the College. Our College Council is made up
of: six parent representatives, four staff representatives, the
Principal, two student representatives, one representative from
the Parents and Friends Association and up to two Community
representatives.
I encourage all parents to consider themselves or encourage
other parents to put their hand up for this important parent role
at the College. All great schools have a committed and strong
council with full parent representation. Please contact Ms Deb
Gentle or Ms Josie O’Connor for further information if you
are interested in these positions.
Thank you to the councillors whose term of office will expire on
31st March, Kellie Chapman, Annemarie McCabe, Debbie Earl
and Tracey Taylor are eligible for re-election. We also have
one unfilled position available. I wish to take this opportunity
to thank Mrs Allen, Mrs Craig, Ms O'Connor and Ms Dixon for
their work for the College.
Following is the Notice of Election and call for Nominations. If
you are interested in being nominated please contact Mrs Josie
O’Connor as soon as possible.
NOTICE OF ELECTION AND CALL FOR
NOMINATION
An election is to be conducted for members of the Drouin
Secondary College Council.
Nomination forms may be obtained from the College General
Office and must be lodged by 4.00 pm Monday, 29th
February 2016.
The ballot, if required, will close at 4.00 p.m. on 11th March,
2016.
Following the closing of nominations a list of the nominations
will be posted at the College. The terms of office, membership
categories and number of positions in each membership
category open for election are as follows:
Membership
Category
Term of Office
No. of Positions
Vacant
Parent Member x 6
23rd March 2016 22nd March 2018
5 (2 Years)
DET Employee
Member x 4
23rd March 2016 22nd March 2018
4 (2 Years)
Ms Deb Gentle
Acting Principal
"Educating the mind without educating the heart is
no education at all" - Aristotle
From the General Office...
STUDENT ACCIDENT INSURANCE
Welcome back to the 2016 school year.
A few reminders:
• Please remember that if your child/ren needs to leave early
they must bring a note signed by the parent/guardian
to their relevant Learning Culture Centre first thing in the
morning.
• All fees are due and payable by the end of Term 1, unless
a payment plan has been organised with the Business
Manager. If you require a payment plan please contact
Josie O’Connor.
• All camps are to be paid in full by the due date of the
last instalment. Year 8 to 11 Camps cannot be added to
payment plans, new or existing.
• Family Statements will be sent during Term 1.
Please take note of the following in regards to students being
covered for accidents at school.
• Parents/guardians of students, who do not have student
accident insurance, are responsible for paying the cost of
medical treatment for injured students, including the cost of
ambulance attendance/transport and any other transport
costs;
• Parents/guardians can purchase insurance policies from
commercial insurers.
We also remind parents/guardians that the Department does
not hold insurance for personal property brought to schools
and it has no capacity to pay for any loss or damage to such
property.
If you have any enquiries please contact the General Office.
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2015 Award Winners
YEAR 12 SUBJECT AWARDS
YEAR 11 SUBJECT AWARDS
Art
Makayla Turner
Agriculture & Horticulture
Harvey Langford
Accounting
Lachlan Pratt
Biology
Caiden Clayton
Agricultural & Horticultural Studies
Daniel Kortholt
Business Management
Kristen Taylor
Biology
Julian Wainwright
Chemistry
Tahnae Blight
History: Revolutions
Loryn Sykes
Design And Technology
Holly Viotto
Business Management
Melissa Griffin
Design And Technology
Paige Watson
Chemistry
Daniel Kortholt
English Language
Shannon Thoonen
Product Design & Technology
Natasha Blackwell
English
Kristen Taylor
Product Design & Technology
Tamara Loughridge
Food Technology
Heidi Simpson-Brewer
English
Loryn Sykes
General Maths
Emily Rogers
Food Technology
Chelsea McKane
Health & Human Development
Kristen Taylor
Health & Human Development
Jordyn Presley
History
Daniel Charles
IT Applications
Tayla Brown Sweatman
Information Technology
James Doolan
Literature
Loryn Sykes
Maths Methods
Julian Wainwright
Legal Studies
Tahlia Bow
Outdoor & Environmental Studies
Rhys Turner
Further Mathematics
Julian Wainwright
Physical Education
Alanah Murphy
Mathematical Methods
Shannon Thoonen
Physics
Blake Johns
Media
Toni Kurrle
Psychology
Tahnae Blight
Music Style and Composition
Matthew Henry
Psychology
Kristen Taylor
Outdoor and Environmental Studies
Rachael Ardlt
Studio Arts
Claudia Mauger
Physical Education
Jason Singleton
Studio Arts
Ashlee Sykes
Physics
Shaun Olsen
Systems Engineering
Peter Mascadri
Psychology
Loryn Sykes
Visual Communication & Design
Alanah Murphy
Studio Art
Autumn Faram
Systems Engineering
Caiden Clayton
VET Hospitality
Harvey Langford
VET Sport and Recreation
Emma Palmer
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YEAR 7 - 11 AWARDS
Year 7 Canteen Encouragement Award
Year 9 Hivins Services ARCC Award
Drouin Rotary Award
Year 9 English Excellence Award
Year 7 English Excellence Award
Year 8 Literacy Support Program Award
Year 8 Most Improved English Award
The Meat Safe Longwarry VET Award
Canteen Special Encouragement Award
Year 10 Most Improved English Award
Phillip & Terry Dent Achievement Award
Drouin Cricket Club Award
CFMEU VCE Support Scholarship
Drouin RSL Award
Year 7 Literacy Support Program Award
ADF Long Tan Leadership
Maths Excellence Award
Baw Baw Shire Indigenous Scholarship
Year 11 Canteen Encouragement Award
Year 8 English Excellence Award
Buxwear Award
Year 11 SRC Award
Shane Vandeligt Memorial Scholarship
Year 10 Hivins Services ARCC Award
Drouin Apex Award
SSV Academic & Sporting Achievement Award
Year 11 Canteen Encouragement Award
Year 8 Canteen Encouragement Award
Year 10 SRC Award
Chris Humphreys Office National Excellence Award
LOTE Excellence Award
Community College Gippsland Award
Chris Humphreys Office National Award
Chris Humphreys Office National Excellence Award
William Rea Award
DUNLOP Award
Federation University Year 11 Achievement Award
Year 7 Literacy Support Program Award
Year 7 Canteen Encouragement Award
Drouin Rotary Award
Year 9 Most Improved English Award
Drouin Rotary Award
Drouin Lions Club Award
Buxwear Award
Bob Rogers Encouragement Award
Creative Arts Award
Phillip & Terry Dent Achievement Award
Year 10 English Excellence Award
SRC Encouragement Award
Kwong Lee Dow Scholars Program
Year 8 Canteen Encouragement Award
Buxwear Award
Drouin Rotary Award
Adonya Victor
Alexandra Braithwaite
Alisha Major
Alyssa Fritzlaff
Amber Roberts
Andrew Dowling
Anita Chapman
Arran Jordon
Ben Kift
Brittany Smith
Bryce Howell
Chelsee Anderson
Clare Benfell
Cody Simpson
Courtney Edwards
Daisy Hastings
Daniel Charles
Daniel Charles
Darcy Siekman
Deanna Roberts
Drew McLean
Dylan Griffiths
Elise Barratt
Emily Horsburgh
Emily Rogers
Emily Webster
Esther Robinson
Ethan Hoult
Gabrielle Fawns
Georgia Henderson
Georgia Henderson
Georgia Henderson
Hannah Rieschieck
Hannah Van Wel
Harrison Booth
Harvey Ellis Williams
Harvey Langford
Hayley Haysom
Holly Pearce
Hope Mapleson
Hope Mapleson
Imogen Fisher
Isabelah Reid
Jacob Walker
Jake Knegt
Jemima Shearer
Jemyma Lieshout
Jemyma Lieshout
Jessica Mills
Jessica Mills
Jessie Turner
Jodie Beard
Joel McLean
William J. Bloye Award
Drouin Cricket Club Award
Year 9 SRC Award
Aust Ed Union DSC Branch Award
Joel Pope
Joshua Horsburgh
Joshua McNally
Joshua Mills
Maths Excellence Award
Julian Wainwright
Drouin Rotary Award
Kaitlin Wright
Year 8 SRC Award
Kate Rinehart
Year 8 Literacy Support Program Award
Katelyn Higgins
SRC Encouragement Award
Katrina Guy
Chris Humphreys Office National Excellence Award
Kiarna Craig
Year 7 Hivins Services ARCC Award
Kiarna Craig
Year 11 English Excellence Award
Kristen Taylor
Chris Humphreys Office National Award
Federation University Business School Year 11
Endeavour Award
Materials Technology Excellence Award
Kyle Wilkinson
SRC Encouragement Award
Kym Diston
Drouin Lions Club Award
Lachlan Naylor
Campion Education Encouragement Award
Larissa Ionascu
Drouin Rotary Award
Lauren Smithers
DUNLOP Award
Lily Henderson Carbery
Phoenix Screenprinting Award
Linchon Grimley
DSC Senior Art Acquisition Award
Lincoln Cousin
Year 12 Baw Baw Shire Scholarship
Loryn Sykes
Year 10 Canteen Encouragement Award
Louise Allen
Drouin Apex Award
Matthew Young
VCAL Excellence Award
Michael Cook
Federation Training Award
Molly Sempel
Year 11 Hivins Services ARCC Award
Paige Watson
Drouin Rotary Award
Peter Mascadri
Aust Ed Union DSC Branch Award
Rachel Arldt
Dick Senini Scholarship
Rachel Cook
Year 8 Hivins Services ARCC Award
Renee Davidson
Creative Arts Award
Ruby Hulbert
Year 7 SRC Award
Ruby Kelly
Drouin RSL Award
Shae Aarts
Kwong Lee Dow Scholars Program
Shannon Mellings
Warragul Bus Lines Award
Shannon Thoonen
Maths Excellence Award
Shannon Thoonen
Year 11 English Language Excellence Award
Shannon Thoonen
LOTE Excellence Award
Sophie McCabe
Shane Vandeligt Memorial Scholarship
Tahnae Blight
Year 7 Most Improved English Award
Tanisha Borella
William J. Bloye Award
Tara Bagnall
Year 8 Literacy Support Program Award
Tara Presley
Year 9 Canteen Encouragement Award
Tasha Young
Year 9 Canteen Encouragement Award
Tex Vass
Year 10 Canteen Encouragement Award
Tom Wade
Chris Humphreys Office National Award
Trinity Powell
Buxwear Award
Tyler Simpson
Drouin Lions Club Award
Zoe Hope
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Kyle Wilkinson
Kyle Woodlock
2015 Award Winners continued
YEAR 12 AWARDS
SPORT AWARD
Cole Cook
SPORT AWARD
Georgia Fisher
SPORT AWARD
Emily Webster
Gary Blackwood Public Leadership Award
TOP 10% ACADEMIC STUDENTS FOR
EACH YEAR LEVEL
YEAR 12
YEAR 9
YEAR 7
Tahlia Bow
Liam Blight
Eleanor Bearchell
Cole Cook
Megan Carew
Jodie Beard
Shakira Gade
Brittany Donnelly
Rachel Cook
Danielle Case
Gary Blackwood Public Leadership Award
Kimberley Warner
Matthew Henry
Kassidy Dalziel
Kiarna Craig
Bob Rogers Encouragement Award
Thomas McLean
Daniel Kortholdt
Bridie Farrar
Kiarna Craig
Bob Rogers Encouragement Award
Emma Juratowitch
Brooke Pickering
Benjamin Fenner
Bilynda Dunn
Jordyn Presley
Mikayla Fernandez
Vanessa Gooden
Keith Gillam Literature Award
Loryn Sykes
Loryn Sykes
Alyssa Fritzlaff
Tanner Hay
Jacqueline Glasscock
Lilly Henderson-Carbery
YEAR 11
James Harris
Zoe Hope
Rachel Arldt
Georgia Henderson
Matthew Kouris
Elise Barratt
Alicia Heywood
Alexander Macdonald
Jessie Goudie Award
Melissa Griffin
Jessie Goudie Award
Emily Webster
Alex Goudie Award
Lachlan Crampton
Alex Goudie Award
James Williams
Tahnae Blight
Brianna Hope
Thalia Mitchell
Formby Creative Arts Award
Alexander Skinkis
Caiden Clayton
Karly Jans
Trinity Powell
Community VCAL Award
Emily Salan
Ella Henderson
Rachel King
Amber Roberts
Emily Warren
Excellence in VCAL Award
Shakira Gade
Harvey Langford
Hope Mapleson
Madelyn Larsen
Drew Mclean
Caitlyn Warriner
Drouin Rotary Award
Chelsea McKane
Alanah Murphy
Joshua Mcnally
Jeffrey Williams
Drouin Rotary Award
Trinity Dalziel
Kristen Taylor
Harrison Phillips
Drouin Rotary Award
Jesse Tosse
Shannon Thoonen
Lucy Tomkins
Julian Wainwright
Samantha Wernert
Drouin Secondary College ARCC Award
Tamara Loughridge
Canteen High Achievement Award in Health Sciences
Emily Webster
YEAR 10
YEAR 8
Canteen High Achievement Award in Commerce
Lachlan Pratt
Tara Bagnall
Hannah Achilles
Canteen High Achievement Award in Maths Science
Edward Edmonds
Brooke Dorling
Jade Baker
Bryce Howell
Harrison Booth
Canteen High Achievement Award in Technology
Casey Mallon
Blake Johns
Natasha Cameron
Chris Humphrey Office National Award
Geoffrey Grumley
Hayley Kortholt
Renee Davidson
Chris Humphrey Office National Award
Jordyn Presley
Jemyma Lieshout
Cayden Deszcz
Institute Of Chartered Accountants
Lachlan Pratt
Todd Mcconville
Ali Lieshout
Shannon Mellings
William Michie
Jessica Mills
Sophie Modaffari
Jye Mitchell
Tyson Murray
Maya Naprelac
Joel Pope
Dylan Pryor
Kate Rinehart
Teagan Ross
Deanna Roberts
Jemima Shearer
Hannah Van Wel
Ashlee Sykes
Taylah Ward
Shaylah Ward
Molly Winters
Katlin Wright
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CAMPS, SPORTS AND EXCURSIONS FUND (CSEF)
APPLICATIONS TO BE RETURNED TO SCHOOL OFFICE BY 28TH FEBRUARY 2016
School camps provide children with inspiring experiences
in the great outdoors, excursions encourage a deeper
understanding of how the world works and sports teach
teamwork, discipline and leadership. All are part of a
healthy curriculum.
a. Be an eligible beneficiary within the meaning of the
State Concessions Act 2004, that is, be a holder of
Veterans Affairs Gold Card or be an eligible Centrelink
Health Care Card (HCC) or Pensioner Concession Card
(PCC) holder, OR
CSEF will be provided by the Victorian Government to assist
eligible families to cover the costs of school trips, camps and
sporting activities.
b. Be a temporary foster parent, and;
If you hold a valid means-tested concession card or are a
temporary foster parent, you may be eligible for CSEF. A
special consideration category also exists for asylum seeker
and refugee families. The allowance is paid to the school
to use towards expenses relating to camps, excursions or
sporting activities for the benefit of your child.
Parents who receive a Carer Allowance on behalf of a
child, or any other benefit or allowance not income tested
by Centrelink, are not eligible for the CSEF unless they also
comply with one of (a) or (b) above.
c. Submit an application to the school by the due date.
The annual CSEF amount per student is:
• $125 for primary school students
Eligibility
To be eligible for the fund, a parent or legal guardian
of a student attending a registered Government or nongovernment Victorian primary or secondary school must:
• $225 for secondary school students.
HOW TO APPLY
Contact the school office to obtain a CSEF application form
or download from www.education.vic.gov.au/csef
• on the first day of Term one, or;
• on the first day of Term two;
MORE INFORMATION
For the CSEF application closing dates and more
information about the fund visit www.education.vic.gov.au/
csef
Netbook
Bootcamp
Hello everyone,
ICT Bootcamp must be completed by 28th February 2016.
As you know, all students who connect to the DSC network
need to meet certain requirements. One of these is
completing the appropriate ICT Bootcamp course each year.
Successful completion of the relevant Bootcamp course
ensures your computer stays unlocked.
• Students who have previously only completed ICT
Bootcamp #1 must complete ICT Bootcamp #2.
• Anyone who has completed ICT Bootcamp #1 and #2
must complete ICT Bootcamp #3.
The ICT Bootcamp Courses have been revised and are on
Moodle.
Failure to successfully complete the relevant Bootcamp course
will mean your computer will be locked down.
If you have any questions, concerns or queries, please do not
hesitate to contact me, fanning.teresa.t@edumail.vic.gov.au
Teresa Fanning
Curriculum Leader - ICT & Pedagogy
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CAREERS NEWS...
Year 10 Work Experience
It has been great to see a number of students coming into the Careers Office with queries about Work Experience whilst others
are already organised with a placement and have returned a completed Work Experience Arrangement Form.
All Year 10 students are required to arrange a placement for the last week of Term 2, June 20-24. The Arrangement form can
be collected from Careers at any time. This form is an official Education Department document that provides insurance cover
for students and employers should an injury occur. It must be completed and signed by all parties (employer, student, parent/
guardian/College Principal) before a student is allowed to undertake work experience.
With close to 200 DSC students seeking a placement this year, we recommend finding a placement as soon as possible.
University Open Days
Students in Years 10 & 11 are encouraged to go to University, TAFE & College Open Days in 2016 to find out more about
possible courses and pathways available once their secondary education has been completed.
Check out the information at http://www.gooduniversitiesguide.com.au/Open-days#7
USI numbers
All students doing a VET subject must have a USI number. Instructions for this are in the Careers folder in Moodle. Please bring a
copy of this number to Careers. Students cannot be enrolled in a VET course if they do not have this number. Contact Careers if
you require more information.
Tax File Numbers (TFN)
Students must now apply for a TFN online and have their identity verified through an interview at a participating Australia Post office.
Applying online is the fastest and most convenient way for students to get a TFN. More information about applying online can
be found at ato.gov.au
Pat Dowty, Jay King & Kerry Wales
Careers Staff
LUNCHTIME ACTIVITIES
For Years 7, 8 & 9
Cardinia Shire Council Youth Services Team
Cardinia Shire Council’s Youth Services Team are offering Drouin
Secondary College students from Years 7-9 the opportunity to
participate in two free lunch time activities in February as part
of their new Youth Outreach model. Two qualified youth workers
will be here to engage with students at lunch time on Monday
15th February and Monday 29th February 2016. They will be
located in the Moondah classroom where you can participate in
interactive activities (including board games, gaming devices,
musical instruments, arts and crafts and team building).
They will also bring a variety of information that will assist student
health and wellbeing. This is a great opportunity for young
people, and a fantastic opportunity for students to meet new
friends so please come along!
For more information please contact Cardinia Shire Youth
Outreach Officer John Veloso on 0477 077 731 or email
j.veloso@cardinia.vic.gov.au or Drouin Secondary College’s
Student Wellbeing Officer Casey Kamphuis on 5625 1002 or
email kamphuis.casey.c@edumail.vic.gov.au
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Education Perfect
This year we are excited to be trialling an online program
which will be used in all year 8 subjects as well as the year
9 Communications and Pre-Apprenticeship classes, called
Education Perfect. If you haven’t already done so please
head to www.campion.com.au and click on: 2016 School
Resource List – Order Now to make your purchase.
This program needs to be purchased by these students before
25th February, 2016, after this date payment will need to
be made through PayPal and Education Perfect. If you have
further queries please contact Rhonda Martino or Krysten
Andrews at the school (5625 1002) or you can contact
Campion directly on 1300 433 982.
SENIOR TEAM 2016
For families with students in years 10 to 12
The change from year 9 to 10 brings a change in structure
for students. While they still have Learning Group, their
LG teacher is no longer the first port of call for day-to-day
issues, or ongoing concerns. There are many staff you or
your child may interact with as they move into and through
their years of post-compulsory schooling.
Beyond the office our wider team with whom
you may have contact include:
Our senior team staff in the 10 to 12 Learning
Culture Centre office include:
• The Careers staff – Mrs Kerry Wales, Mr Pat Dowty &
Mr Jayden King
• Mrs Melissa Tyrrell – Office Administration (the person
most likely to answer the LCC phone)
• The Wellbeing staff - led by Mrs Anne Wilson
• 10 to 12 Learning Culture Leaders Mrs Heather Daldry
& Ms Jo Brauman – oversee the three levels
• Assistant Principal – Mr Michael Wilson
• VASS Administration - Mrs Natalie Fisher
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need advice or
information.
• Year 10 Assistant Leader Mrs Karly Goss – first contact
for year 10 concerns
• Year 11 Assistant Leader Mr Simon Baxter – first contact
for year 11 concerns
• Year 12 Assistant Leader Mr David Sharpe – first contact
for year 12 concerns
Mrs Melissa Tyrrell
Mrs Heather Daldry Ms Jo Brauman
Mrs Karly Goss
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Mr Simon Baxter
Mr David Sharpe
Year 12 Melbourne
Overnight Experience
The school year has barely started but our Year 12 students
have already taken their first steps toward their futures and
2017. On Thursday 4th and Friday 5th February, both VCE
& VCAL, travelled to Melbourne for an overnight stay, with
accommodation at Queen’s College which is one of the
residence options for Melbourne University students. We
had our evening meal, stayed overnight, and had breakfast
in the accommodation and dining facilities available to
students during the University term. Our guest speaker was
Beau Vernon. Beau is a Gippsland boy who experienced a
significant change to his life 3 years ago. He spoke to our
students about how to be resilient, persevere and manage to
overcome great challenges. He was an excellent speaker.
Both days were full of activities. VCE students had a tour
and information sessions at 3 different Universities. Students
were able to see for themselves what student accommodation,
course choices, facilities and locations offered. At every
venue university student presenters were able to explain to
our students first-hand the opportunities to be had and pitfalls
to avoid. Meanwhile VCAL students went to visit the ‘The
Big Issue’ in Melbourne and completed a navigation task
(both course work activities) as well as participating in an
information session about the TAFE offerings at RMIT.
All students learnt about managing public transport, being
self-sufficient and generally getting around in the city. There
was a lot of practice in decision making, with some learning
faster than others. Our students developed these skills rapidly
and everyone made it to the train station for the return trip on
Friday afternoon at the right time or even a little early.
THANK YOU TO….
A huge thank you must go to Mr Pat Dowty who did much of the
organisation of the itinerary along with the other teaching staff
in the careers team, Mrs Kerry Wales and Mr Jayden King.
Thanks to Mrs Diane Croft who began the organisation for
this event in 2015. As 10 to 12 leader, Mrs Heather Daldry
finalised accommodation, guest speakers and paperwork
along with 10 to 12 Leader Ms Jo Brauman and our Year 12
Level Assistant Mr David Sharpe.
Thanks to Cheryl Taafe and Melissa Tyrell for their daily
support and assistance.
Thank you to Leigh Simpson for her support for our students
during camp.
Thank you Monash University for supplying the buses to fill
the V-Line void.
Thank you to all of our year 12 students who came along
and made the most of this opportunity.
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Year 7s Start @ DSC
What a wonderful beginning our current Year 7s have had at Drouin Secondary College. They are an enthusiastic group
and ready-learners. They have started to settle into the College well and are looking ahead to making many memories
through their secondary school journey. We loved hearing from some students about their first week.
Welcome Year 7!
Year 7 Reflections:
“The highlights at DSC have been making new friends, having a
computer, and having more opportunities. It is different having
a locker, having to change rooms every period and having all
different teachers. Some impressions of school at DSC are
having fun, learning a lot and trying my best in everything.”
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“My first week of high school was awesome! It is nothing like
what I thought it would be. The thing that surprised me the
most was how many students there are. I came from Bunyip
which isn't a very big school so coming here I thought it
was going to be a lot more crowded and so many people, and
there are, but not nearly as much as I thought which is a big
relief. The teachers are great and I’m having an awesome time.”
“My first 7 days in year 7 have definitely
been different to my experiences from
primary school, in a good way. On the
first day we received our lockers which
was something we didn't have in primary
school we just kept our belongings in
bag boxes and tubs under the tables so
it is much easier to have it all in the one
spot, obviously I still I have to wait around
5 minutes for people to move out of the
way however so far I've been able to
manage. Then on Monday we got our
netbooks which was very different from
what I was use to because although I'd
used computers and netbooks I've never
had one that was my own to use so it
was very exciting for me. Next we had to
complete boot camp which wasn't hard
at all considering I've already finished.
Overall, my first 7 days of year 7 have
been full of new experiences which has
been very exciting.”
Every Tuesday after school in E5 classroom or library 3:30pm to 4:30pm ‐ $10 per session Support/help with any subjects, Bring any math mates/homework task/overdue work. Reminder text sent out each Monday night! Contact Olivia on 0488205787 to book in & secure a spot. 11
DROUIN SECONDARY COLLEGE - E-NEWS
COLLEGE DATES
WEEK 3
Saturday
WEEK 7
13/02
Year 8 Hands On Learning BBQ at Bunnings
9:00am-4:00pm
WEEK 4
Monday
Thursday
10/03
Camp - Year 12 ODE Portsea
Friday
11/03
Camp - Year 12 ODE Portsea
Monday
14/03
Labour Day Holiday
Tuesday
15/03
Leadership Assembly
WEEK 8
15/02
Lunchtime Activities Cardinia Shire
Whole School Photos
Tuesday
16/02
Parents and Friends 7:30pm
Wednesday
17/02
Finance Committee 5:00pm
Parents and Friends 7:30pm
Wednesday
Excursion - Unit 3 Chemistry
Year 7 LG parent/student conferences
4:00pm to 6:00pm
Thursday
18/02
Swimming Sports Day
23/02
College Council 7:30pm
16/03
Finance Committee 5:00pm
Tuesday
22/03
College Council 7:30pm
Wednesday
23/03
Parent/Student/Teacher Interviews
Thursday
24/03
End of Term 1
WEEK 9
WEEK 5
Tuesday
Excursion - Year 12 ODE Wilsons Promotory
VACANT POSITIONS
Excursion - Year 10 Spirit of ANZAC
CANTEEN
Our canteen has a position vacant 7 hours per week.
Thursday
25/02
Celebration Assembly 9:00am
Saturday
27/02
Camp - DOVE Cambodia Team - Nayook
Sunday
28/02
Camp - DOVE Cambodia Team - Nayook
Monday
29/02
Camp Year 7B,C,D,G
Tuesday
01/03
Camp Year 7B,C,D,G
Wednesday
02/03
Education Policy Committee 5:00pm
WEEK 6
Buildings and Grounds Committee 5:00pm
Camp Year 7 - All Students
Thursday
03/03
Camp Year 7A,E,F
Friday
04/03
Camp Year 7A,E,F
2016 TERM DATES
Duties include cleaning and other duties as required.
Working With Children Check essential.
Please apply in writing with cover letter and resume to
Josie OConnor: oconnor.josie.m@edumail.vic.gov.au
BUS STOP SUPERVISOR
We are looking for 2 x bus supervisors.
Porter Place Stop: 8am -8.45am Monday to Friday
3.15pm-4pm Monday to Friday
Bennett Street Stop: 8am-8.45am Monday to Friday
Working With Children’s Check essential, First Aid,
Transport and license an advantage, mobile phone essential.
Please apply in writing to Josie OConnor:
oconnor.josie.m@edumail.vic.gov.au
Term 1: Ends 24 March
UNIFORM SHOP OPENING HOURS
(REGULAR HOURS)
Term 2: 11 April to 24 June
Thursdays 10am to 6pm
Term 3: 11 July to 16 September
First Saturday of Month
Term 4: 3 October to 20 December
Contact Hours: 8.15am – 4.30pm
Ph: (03) 5625 1002
Fax: (03) 5625 1297
Email: drouin.sc@edumail.vic.gov.au
SECONDARY
C OL LEGE