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Term 1 Issue 5 – March 3rd, 2017 Principal: Ms Simone Roy Phone: 03 5754 4005 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mbsc.vic.edu.au

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT

Officially halfway through the term, I would just like to remind parents of our upcoming Parent-Teacher Interviews, being held in the last week of this term on Monday 27th March. Interim reports will be handed out the week prior, with booking sheets on the front windows of the College so that students or parents can book interview times.

Due to the cold weather last Monday, the Swimming Sports finished early, with the relay events being postponed until Thursday. With much warmer weather, many students enthusiastically participated, however the overall team placing remained the same, with Bogong winning. Congratulations to all participants, parent visitors and to the staff that ran the two days. Special thanks to Jenny Farrington for organising the event.

Bogong House Captain, Ben, and Vice Captain, Ella, with the Shield.

Congratulations to the Swimming Age Group Champions! Left to right: Freya, Amber, Georgia, Tommi, Clay, Claire, Rosie, Ryan, Rhys, Charlie and Lizzie. Absent on the day : Hayden (13 year age group).

Science has always been a hands on class at our school, with lots of experiments aiming to keep students engaged. Although boiling water seems to be a boring thing to do, the teachers incorporate learning along

the way, which will help students understand more about the world we live in and the scientific explanations behind everyday things they see and experience.

HOMEWORK

Homework is a weekly or fortnightly task. Students are expected to hand in homework on the due date.

Unsubmitted homework, after one period’s grace, will result in detention until the work is completed. It is a

student’s responsibility to collect homework if you have been absent. You can ask your teacher for the task.

NB: Students may receive other homework as necessary for other subjects.

Year 7 –

English Rules worksheets (1 per week)

Maths Mate Sheets (1 per week)

Indonesian vocab words (10 weekly words)

Weekly Food Evaluation

7A and 7B English - Read Blueback by Week 5

Year 8

Year 8 – 9

English Rules worksheets

Maths Mate Sheet

Indonesian vocab words

TF05 - Weekly Food Evaluation

VC03 – Annotation 10/3

Year 8/9/10

Year 9 - 10

English Weekly Sheets

Maths Mate Weekly Sheet (Year 9)

Indonesian vocab words

TF08 - Weekly Food Evaluation

HI91 – Read Library Book on WWI

IT03 – Binary Numbers Sheet 7/3

Year 10

English 10A and 10B – Read Curious Incident of the

Dog in the Night-time by Week 5

SE14 – How Careers Unfold 14/3

COMING EVENTS

2017 Tues 7

th Mar P.A.R.T.Y for Yr 11

Mon 13th

Mar Labour Day Holiday

Thurs 16th

Mar CFA Tallangatta

Thurs 23rd

Mar Health Careers Expo

Mon 27th

Mar Parent Teacher

Interviews

Tues 28th

Mar 7/8 OMDSSSA Sport

Wed 29th

Mar School Council meeting

and AGM

Thurs 30th

Mar 9/10 OMDSSSA Sport

Yr 7 immunisation day

Fri 31st Mar XC House run

Last day of Term 1

2.30pm finish

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL’S REPORT

Dear Parents,

What a fantastic day and display by our students at

yesterday’s interschool swimming competition in

Wodonga. Several of our students are now through to

the next round of competition later this month. Well

done to all of the students who competed on the day.

Unbelievably, we are now at the half way point of Term

1. Year 12 subjects will be completing their first round

of SACs and all subjects across the college will be

continuing to assess student learning over the next

couple of weeks before the Term 1 Interim Reports are

completed and sent home at the end of this term.

Whilst at school, students are encouraged to have a

water bottle. Please encourage your child(ren) to drink

water throughout the school day, but it is important that

their water bottle isn’t leaking over their school work.

As a college we are invested in educating all students to

be the best they can be and to develop excellent social

and moral behaviours. As a part of this learning, we

have introduced an extension to the already existing

‘House Competition’. Along with the sporting

carnivals, we will now be also rewarding students with

house points for various other tasks and behaviours.

The house with the most points at the end of each term

will negotiate a reward. At this stage Bogong is out in

front, followed by Hotham, and Feathertop in third

position.

Attendance at school is compulsory, and the

Department of Education has an initiative entitled “It’s

Not OK To Be Away”. The two key messages of the

initiative is that; student attendance is the responsibility

of everyone in the community and that effective schools

monitor, communicate, and implement strategies to

improve regular attendance, as this is a pre-requisite for

improving educational outcomes. As a college we have

a system in place, but if you are having any trouble, or

see a way of improving our current system, please

contact me at the school for a discussion.

Thankyou

Ross Wilson

SCHOOL FOR STUDENT LEADERSHIP The closing date for applications for the School for Student Leadership 2017 experience has been extended until Friday March 10th. Year 9 students are encouraged to discuss their participation in this valuable opportunity and to submit an expression of interest by Friday next week. Should you have any queries regarding this camp, please contact Ellen Sadler.

STRENGTH TRAINING

Mount Beauty Secondary College is offering all students the opportunity to attend a weekly morning circuit training session as a general fitness and strength program. When: The program will be run once a week from 7:30am to 8:20am in room 9. Students will need to bring: runners, sports clothes, towel or yoga mat for use during the session, their school uniform, including shoes, a spare towel for the shower and breakfast to eat after the session before school. Contact Esther Leccardi for further information

SPORT AND PE CLASSES

This has been our last week of swimming for PE. Starting next week all students are to bring their sports uniform for all Sport and PE lessons. The school has a good supply of second hand sports tops and shorts for parents to come and look through.

PREPARING FOR FURTHER STUDY

During the upcoming school holidays there are some days available to visit some educational institutions. Year 12 students will also have the chance to visit the Careers Expo next term with further education and training providers available to answer all their questions. For other events visit www.mtbeautycareers.com/

Experience La Trobe - Melbourne This is your chance to get to know the Melbourne Campus and all we have to offer! With over 60 workshops available, you can design your day how you want. Time: 9.00am - 4.30pm Location: Union Hall, La Trobe University, Melbourne Campus

Details and Registration: http://www.latrobe.edu.au/experience/events/experience-la-trobe-events/experience-la-trobe-melbourne

A Day at University of Melbourne This special event is designed for Year 12 students and their families and allows you to come and explore our vibrant Parkville campus and find out more about the range of study options available at Australia’s number one university.

Hear from current students about what it’s like to study at Melbourne and come to tailored sessions to learn more about our entry requirements, course structures and other opportunities available to Melbourne students.

A tour of our Southbank campus will also be included in the program for those who wish to visit the Victorian College of the Arts.

Time: 9.00am - 3.00pm

Location: University of Melbourne, Parkville campus, Melbourne

Details and Registration: futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/explore/events/victoria_and_interstate/victoria/a_day_at_melbourne_2017_april (opening soon) Forensic Science Careers Information Session WHAT IS A VIFM CAREERS INFORMATION SESSION? Because we cannot offer work experience here at the Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine, we instead offer secondary school students in years 10, 11 and 12 with the opportunity to attend a VIFM Careers Information Session. This informative afternoon will give you an insight into the broad range of career options available in forensic medicine and science. Our experts in fields such as

forensic pathology forensic toxicology forensic anthropology odontology (forensic dentistry) histolopathology microbiology clinical forensic medicine and molecular biology (DNA)

talk to students about what it's like to work in their chosen fields here at the VIFM and what path they took to get where they are today. The VIFM holds two Career Information Sessions per year during school holidays. Spaces are limited! More Info and to Register WHEN: April 3rd, the afternoon commences at 12.30pm and generally concludes by approximately 4.00pm. Please arrive at least 10 minutes early to sign in and find a seat in the lecture theatre. VENUE: Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine, 65 Kavanagh Street, Southbank, Plueckhahn Lecture Theatre.

AIE Industry Experience Day - Melbourne AIE's Industry Experience Days are a great opportunity to learn about the local and international game development, 3D animation and visual effects industries. Students will get the opportunity to learn about the different pathways to get into the industry, what should be in a portfolio and will be able to get creative in practical workshops using industry-standard 3D animation and game development tools.

The sessions are run by industry professionals who have worked on some blockbuster games and films. Everything is provided for you to participate in the hands-on workshops and you will be using the same software that is used in the industry.

When: Wednesday 12th April Time: 10.00am - 2.30pm Location: Tower 4, Atrium Level World Trade Centre 18-38 Siddeley Street Melbourne Details and Registration: http://www.aie.edu.au/ied

CSEF

CAMPS, SPORTS & EXCURSIONS FUND (CSEF) If you hold a valid means-tested concession card or are a temporary foster parent, you may be eligible for CSEF. The allowance is paid to the school to use towards expenses relating to camps, excursions or sporting activities for the benefit of your child. The annual CSEF amount per student is $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

ADMIN HOUSE KEEPING

School fees are payable now. Please pay by the end of Term 1. Please see the office if you need help filling in the form.

Enrolment details are being sent home for students enrolled at the school longer than 6 months for parents to check that all details are correct. Contact numbers, addresses and medical info should be checked carefully and amended if necessary. Being in a bushfire prone area it is important to have up to date information in case of an emergency.

Thank you

COMMUNITY NEWS

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

The Rotary Club of Mount Beauty is looking for volunteers to help out with the Peaks Challenge, Falls Creek. We need a team of five or six people to assist the Bicycle Network staff at Harrietville to look after a drinks station. Time would be from 6:30am to 11:30am As well we would like a couple of people to travel up to Buckland Control (corner of Great Alpine Road and Gunns Track 17km from Harrietville) to also assist the Bicycle Network staff with a drinks station. Time 8:30am to 1pm. There will be a briefing for all volunteers at the Settlers Tavern (Stein Bar), Tawonga South from 5pm on Thursday 9th March. The Rotary Club of Mount Beauty has spent many thousands of dollars supporting this community – whether it be students with different programs, general organisations in need, or International Rotary programs like eliminating polio. Your volunteering support would help Rotary to continue to offer this community support. If you feel you can help, please phone or text: Ken Bell on: 0400 350 488 Or Email to: [email protected]

PHOTO PAYMENT You are still able to order online if you missed getting your envelope with payment to the photographers. Go to www.arphotos.com.au and follow the prompts to place your order. Our school code is 1703mb673 All orders need to be done by March 9, otherwise there will be a late fee of $14.95 added for shipping.

FUTURE MAKERS Just a reminder to all Year 9 students that the forms and $25 deposit for the Future Makers Camp is due today, Friday 3rd March, with the balance of $100 due on Monday 19th June. Could you please check that you have all the relevant paperwork filled out and returned with payment as soon as possible? This is a fantastic opportunity for the students and is subsidised by the school. Please contact Esther Leccardi for further information.

MOUNT BEAUTY COMMUNITY MARKET

Saturday 4th March

9am---1-30pm Held in the grounds of the Mt Beauty Community Centre. Interested Stallholders are welcome to phone 03 5754 4097 for further information. Come along. Join your friends and have a nice day.

ALPINE BLUE LIGHT YOUTH SPACE

Available for after-school activities including:

Pool Table, Board Games,

Xbox Kinect, Nintendo Wii,

Table Tennis, Air Hockey,

Guitars, Amps, Drums

No. 2 Lakeside Avenue (opposite CFA)

After school till 5pm

Tuesdays and Wednesdays

For High School Aged Students Free of charge, just drop in

For more information contact

Rob Taylor

Alpine Health Youth Worker

(03) 5754 3531

All money raised will go towards the Seven Women Foundation, which supports marginalised women.

WHAT’S BEEN HAPPENING?

The first day for the ADVANCE CFA Youth Crew was held last week at Mount Beauty. The new Year 9s in the program are: Flynn, Ila, Molly, Acacia, Rhys, Allie, Jonah, Alina, Nic, Brooke, Georgia and Tameka. The continuing Year 10 students are: Mitch C, Lizzie, Will H, Rose, Mitch J, Cooper, Clare, Jess and Annabelle. Students commit to 6 days of training, a Graduation Day (including competitions) and a Year 9 camp. Students are joined by Corryong College and Tallangatta Secondary College students and venues are rotated through to help reduce travel fatigue. The students learn firefighting skills, as well as team work and social skills. Although this program can only take a set number of students each year, students can still volunteer to help out with their local CFA brigades, in a range of roles. Even helping make sandwiches in an emergency can be a big help.