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352 Ballarat Road BRAYBROOK 3019 Phone: 9312 2900 Braybrook College Term 1, 2019 - Edition No. 1 NEWSLETTER PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE The College is very proud of the graduating class of 2018 who achieved outstanding VCE results. There are numerous statistics I could quote, but I will concentrate on just a few. First, our All Study VCE median score was 31 – one score higher than the previous year and just a whisker away from being a 32. This is a number often used to indicate how a school has performed. The average throughout all educational sectors (Government, Private and Catholic) is 30, so to be consistently achieving above this is a credit to our whole school community – students, teachers, support staff and families. Another impressive figure is the 21 students who achieved ATARs above 90. There are so many in this category this year that we are having trouble fitting their photos on to our achievement boards and into the newsletter – what an agreeable problem to have! A further 24 students got ATARs in the 80s, giving a total of 45 students in the top 20% of the state. Almost 98% of our students who applied for a tertiary place received an offer. In fact, there were 139 University offers as well as a number of TAFE offers made to Braybrook College students. The most popular university amongst our students this year is clearly RMIT (48 students electing to study there), followed by Monash University, Victoria University and the University of Melbourne. While we wish to congratulate all our graduating students, special mention must go to our 2019 Dux, Tina Jiang who achieved an ATAR of 98.8 and has chosen to study Science at the University of Melbourne. Tina gave a very inspiring speech to the College Assembly on the first day of the 2019 school year which is published elsewhere in this newsletter. She received the VISY award which includes a cheque for $500, donated by the Pratt Foundation which we hope will assist her to commence her tertiary studies. Our other top performing students were William DO (ATAR - 98.2), and Damien Chao and Cindy Giang (ATARs - 97.1). Cindy was our highest performing International student in 2018. I can already see our 2019 Year 12 students striving to match the outstanding efforts of their predecessors. The class of 2018 were wonderful role models to our current students and while I’m certain that this year’s class will do well, they certainly do have big shoes to fill. Congratulations to the Braybrook College Class of 2018. Arlene Bailey - Assistant Principal STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OUR 2018 YEAR 12 STUDENTS Welcome to 2019 I would like to extend a very warm welcome back to school to our existing families and an extra special welcome to the families that are joining us for the first time in 2019. You have joined an outstanding school community with a reputation for the pursuit of excellence, a focus on connectedness and respectful relationships and a belief in lifelong learning. When we think about why the community is proud of Braybrook College, some of the immediate things that come to mind are our high expectations and how we continue to relate well to what the community expects of us. Another strength of our college is the sheer diversity of experiences on offer to our students. There is a plethora of academic offerings, sports, music, drama and debating opportunities, excursions and events to demonstrate leadership. In other words, there is something to suit all students. I encourage new students to embrace the culture of the school and commit to participating in the many opportunities available. Our students are to be congratulated on the way they have settled into their classes so far this term, engaged with their studies and are applying the ‘R.O.A.D. to Success’ mantra – (Respect, Organisation, Application and Determination) – a clear set of values that encompass high expectations around behaviour, work ethic and relationships and when consistently referred to and modelled by students, (both within and outside the classroom) will ensure that they learn, grow, develop and achieve their full potential. New staff All new teacher appointments have been finalised for 2019 and I would like to welcome eight new staff: Ms Aleisha Bald (English/EAL), Ms Sarah Forster (Psychology/Humanities) replacing Ms Cook for 12 months, Mr Tim Garde (Legal/Business), Ms Kirstie Hoskin- Elliot (VET Community Services), Mr Fred Johnstone (Business/Economics/ Humanities), Ms Kathryn McLeod (Drama/Media) replacing Mr Summers for 12 months, Ms Caitlin Monahan (English/Humanities) and Ms Vy Nguyen (Maths). I know that everyone will make these staff members feel welcome. 2019 Annual Implementation Plan (AIP): for improving student outcomes (based on Strategic Plan 2018-2021) Our over-arching goal is: ‘To improve student learning outcomes at all levels across the school’. For further information follow the link: http://braybrooksc.vic.edu.au/about/aip Student Learning + Teacher Learning = Higher student outcomes In 2019, our teachers will continue their professional learning on the High Impact Teaching Strategies (HITS) with the help of our Teaching and Learning Coordinator, Ms Marich and the government- funded, newly appointed team of Learning Specialists (Ms Campbell, Ms Hommelhoff and Ms Manning) and the Learning Specialist Coordinator, Ms Lynch. We are very excited that this team of highly experienced teachers will lead this work, open up their classrooms for peer observations and provide teachers with an opportunity to share strategies and learn from each other to build their capacity and practice. The ultimate beneficiaries of teacher professional learning are our students, now and well into the future. In other exciting news, with the introduction of the government-funded ‘Middle Years Literacy and Numeracy Improvement Support Initiative’, we have appointed a Literacy Improvement Teacher, Mr Ashley and a Numeracy Improvement Teacher, Ms Kendall to provide intensive literacy and numeracy teaching support to students in Years 8 to 10. They will also work with other teachers to improve the literacy and numeracy of all students at the college. Communication with the College As teachers and parents play a dual role in educating students, it is vital to maintain open communication with the school. It is also important for parents to keep abreast of school information conveyed through notices, newsletters, the COMPASS Portal and so on, as it’s not uncommon for a student to miss information at school. This allows parents to flag or discuss with their child what the school is offering, advising or sharing. It is equally important for parents to advise the school of extraneous issues happening at home, as this would give teachers an understanding of atypical behaviour, work ethic, concentration etc. Parents are encouraged to contact the school to make an appointment with the relevant Year Level Coordinator, Sub- School Leader or Assistant Principal if they have any concerns about their child’s academic progress, wellbeing or college programs. Finally, I encourage parents and students who can afford the time to consider joining School Council – we have several vacancies. Nomination forms were sent home with students or can be collected from the General Office. If you are interested in nominating (or discussing the possibility), please contact me. Kelly Panousieris

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352 Ballarat Road BRAYBROOK 3019Phone: 9312 2900

Braybrook CollegeTerm 1, 2019 - Edition No. 1

NEWSLETTERPRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

The College is very proud of the graduating class of 2018 who achieved outstanding VCE results. There are numerous statistics I could quote, but I will concentrate on just a few.

First, our All Study VCE median score was 31 – one score higher than the previous year and just a whisker away from being a 32. This is a number often used to indicate how a school has performed. The average throughout all educational sectors (Government, Private and Catholic) is 30, so to be consistently achieving above this is a credit to our whole school community – students, teachers, support staff and families.

Another impressive figure is the 21 students who achieved ATARs above 90. There are so many in this category this year that we are having trouble fitting their photos on to our achievement boards and into the newsletter – what an agreeable problem to have! A further 24 students got ATARs in the 80s, giving a total of 45 students in the top 20% of the state.

Almost 98% of our students who applied for a tertiary place received an offer. In fact, there were 139 University offers as well as a number of TAFE offers made to Braybrook College students. The most popular university amongst our students this year is clearly RMIT (48 students electing to study there), followed by Monash University, Victoria University and the University of Melbourne.While we wish to congratulate all our graduating students, special mention must go to our 2019 Dux, Tina Jiang who achieved an ATAR of 98.8 and has chosen to study Science at the University of Melbourne. Tina gave a very inspiring speech to the College Assembly on the first day of the 2019 school year which is published elsewhere in this newsletter. She received the VISY award which includes a cheque for $500, donated by the Pratt Foundation which we hope will assist her to commence her tertiary studies. Our other top performing students were William DO (ATAR - 98.2), and Damien Chao and Cindy Giang (ATARs - 97.1). Cindy was our highest performing International student in 2018.

I can already see our 2019 Year 12 students striving to match the outstanding efforts of their predecessors. The class of 2018 were wonderful role models to our current students and while I’m certain that this year’s class will do well, they certainly do have big shoes to fill.

Congratulations to the Braybrook College Class of 2018.

Arlene Bailey - Assistant Principal

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTSCONGRATULATIONS TO ALL

OUR 2018 YEAR 12 STUDENTSWelcome to 2019I would like to extend a very warm welcome back to school to our existing families and an extra special welcome to the families that are joining us for the first time in 2019. You have joined an outstanding school community with a reputation for the pursuit of excellence, a focus on connectedness and respectful relationships and a belief in lifelong learning. When we think about why the community is proud of Braybrook College, some of the immediate things that come to mind are our high expectations and how we continue to relate well to what the community expects of us. Another strength of our college is the sheer diversity of experiences on offer to our students. There is a plethora of academic offerings, sports, music, drama and debating opportunities, excursions and events to demonstrate leadership. In other words, there is something to suit all students. I encourage new students to embrace the culture of the school and commit to participating in the many opportunities available.

Our students are to be congratulated on the way they have settled into their classes so far this term, engaged with their studies and are applying the ‘R.O.A.D. to Success’ mantra – (Respect, Organisation, Application and Determination) – a clear set of values that encompass high expectations around behaviour, work ethic and relationships and when consistently referred to and modelled by students, (both within and outside the classroom) will ensure that they learn, grow, develop and achieve their full potential.

New staffAll new teacher appointments have been finalised for 2019 and I would like to welcome eight new staff: Ms Aleisha Bald (English/EAL), Ms Sarah Forster (Psychology/Humanities) replacing Ms Cook for 12 months, Mr Tim Garde (Legal/Business), Ms Kirstie Hoskin-Elliot (VET Community Services), Mr Fred Johnstone (Business/Economics/Humanities), Ms Kathryn McLeod (Drama/Media) replacing Mr Summers for 12 months, Ms Caitlin Monahan (English/Humanities) and Ms Vy Nguyen (Maths). I know that everyone will make these staff members feel welcome.

2019 Annual Implementation Plan (AIP): for improving student outcomes (based on Strategic Plan 2018-2021)Our over-arching goal is: ‘To improve student learning outcomes at all levels across the school’. For further information follow the link:http://braybrooksc.vic.edu.au/about/aip

Student Learning + Teacher Learning = Higher student outcomesIn 2019, our teachers will continue their professional learning on the High Impact Teaching Strategies (HITS) with the help of our Teaching and Learning Coordinator, Ms Marich and the government-funded, newly appointed team of Learning Specialists (Ms Campbell, Ms Hommelhoff and Ms Manning) and the Learning Specialist Coordinator, Ms Lynch. We are very excited that this team of highly experienced teachers will lead this work, open up their classrooms for peer observations and provide teachers with an opportunity to share strategies and learn from each other to build their capacity and practice. The ultimate beneficiaries of teacher professional learning are our students, now and well into the future.

In other exciting news, with the introduction of the government-funded ‘Middle Years Literacy and Numeracy Improvement Support Initiative’, we have appointed a Literacy Improvement Teacher, Mr Ashley and a Numeracy Improvement Teacher, Ms Kendall to provide intensive literacy and numeracy teaching support to students in Years 8 to 10. They will also work with other teachers to improve the literacy and numeracy of all students at the college.

Communication with the CollegeAs teachers and parents play a dual role in educating students, it is vital to maintain open communication with the school. It is also important for parents to keep abreast of school information conveyed through notices, newsletters, the COMPASS Portal and so on, as it’s not uncommon for a student to miss information at school. This allows parents to flag or discuss with their child what the school is offering, advising or sharing. It is equally important for parents to advise the school of extraneous issues happening at home, as this would give teachers an understanding of atypical behaviour, work ethic, concentration etc. Parents are encouraged to contact the school to make an appointment with the relevant Year Level Coordinator, Sub-School Leader or Assistant Principal if they have any concerns about their child’s academic progress, wellbeing or college programs.

Finally, I encourage parents and students who can afford the time to consider joining School Council – we have several vacancies. Nomination forms were sent home with students or can be collected from the General Office. If you are interested in nominating (or discussing the possibility), please contact me.

Kelly Panousieris

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Once again Braybrook College students achieved some outstanding VCE results leading them on to their chosen tertiary studies. These successes demonstrate that consistent hard work and regular involvement in college co-curricular activities enables young people to find the balance required to cope with the demands of VCE.

Congratulations to all our 2018 Year 12 students 2018 VCE RESULTS

Tina JIANG98.80

SCIENCEMelbourne University

2018 College Dux Ngoc BAO GIANG97.10

CommerceMelbourne University

Damien CHAO97.10

Biomedicine Melbourne University

William DO98.20

Engineering (Honours) - Masters

Melbourne University

KEvIN TRAN96.80

Science Melbourne University

Xuan (Adam) LE95.85

Engineering (Honours)Swinburne University

Nikki TRUONG94.75

Nursing/ParamedicineAustralian Catholic

University

Krystal TRAN91.70

Psychology (Honours)Monash University

Viet Long NGUYEN91.60

Psychology (Honours)Monash University

Lachlan HUYNH90.85

Radiography & Medical Imaging (Honours)Monash University

Lu Ngoc Giao TRAN91.65

CommerceMonash University

Roxana SWAMHAL90.60

ScienceMelbourne University

Halima JACOB90.20

Business / ArtsMonash University

Annie LE90.15

Radiography & Medical Imaging (Honours)Monash University

Andy VAN94.35

CommerceMelbourne University

Patrick DARAVONG93.75

ScienceMelbourne University

Linda PHAM93.40

BiomedicineMelbourne University

Emily DANG94.10

PatisserieWilliam Angliss

Institute

Jemma ENGLISH93.05

Exercise Science - Clinical Practice

Viictoria University

Hoang Bao NGUYEN91.80

CommerceMelbourne University

Lisandra DE SAGUN91.70

Laboratory MedicineRMIT University

Victorian Certificate of Education

Khan Ccun SAHAutomotive

ApprenticeshipGoodyear Auto Care

Leon CHIPanel Beating Apprenticeship

Panel Plus

Sandar Win SHWECommunity Services

VU TAFE

Peter Pau Sen SUNG Mang

AccountingRMIT TAFE

Mia SHERRYYouth WorkRMIT TAFE

Mai Anh NGUYENBuilding and Construction

RMIT TAFE

Mairig MWAMBANursingVU TAFE

Anh DOInformation Technology

RMIT TAFE

Congratulations to the 62 students who graduated in 2018 with an Intermediate or Senior VCAL Certificate.

The Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) is a hands-on option for students in Years 11 and 12. The VCAL gives students practical work-related experience, as well as literacy and numeracy skills and the opportunity to build personal skills that are important for life and work.

The majority of these students have enrolled into TAFE courses, such as Diploma of Nursing, Diploma of Business, Diploma of Computer Systems Technology, Certificate IV in Youth Work, Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship, Electrotechnology Pre-Apprenticeship, Carpentry Pre-Apprenticeship and Brick-laying Pre-Apprenticeship. Some were also fortunate enough to be offered Apprenticeships in Automotive, after their impressive performance during their Work Placements.

Wishing all the VCAL Graduates the best of luck in their future endeavours.

Ms Petrides and the VCAL Team

Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning

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Nikki TRUONG94.75

Nursing/ParamedicineAustralian Catholic

University

Annie LE90.15

Radiography & Medical Imaging (Honours)Monash University

Lisandra DE SAGUN91.70

Laboratory MedicineRMIT University

Peter Pau Sen SUNG Mang

AccountingRMIT TAFE

Anh DOInformation Technology

RMIT TAFE

YEAR 12 STUDY DAYS AT MELBOURNE UNIVERSITYYear 12 began on a wonderful note with the annual Study Days Program that occurred on the 7th and 8th of February. The Year 12 cohort arrived at Melbourne University and participated in team building activities, were given useful and relevant information delivered by Elevate, on effective study methods and how to best strive for their goals. The VCE students also undertook a variety of sessions about their areas of study in English, including a film analysis, how to best construct a language analysis and overall good study habits. The VCAL students participated in an information session at the zoo and then had a Literacy Focus Day where they worked in groups to plan, prepare and deliver an oral presentation on their camp experiences, attended previously the same week. Overall, the two days were aimed to increase the connectedness of the class of 2019 and begin their most memorable year with confidence. The response from students was overwhelmingly positive and we look forward to a productive, cohesive and focused year for the Class of 2019.

Ms Osmani - Year 12 Coordinator

Week 2 saw the annual Year 11 Focus Day take place at the Convention Centre at Victoria University Sunshine campus. The day aimed to assist students in making the leap from Year 10 into their VCE/VCAL courses.

A highlight of the day was a presentation from Elevate Education. Our presenter, Sean showed students many practical strategies they can use to maximise their performance in VCE. He also emphasised the importance of balance in a VCE student’s life. Students were encouraged to create a study planner to ensure they have an appropriate mix of study, recreation time and part time work. (Part time work should not exceed 12 hours per week).

A number of successful students who had completed

YEAR 11 STUDY DAY

Last year on the 30th of November, we were privileged to travel to the other side of the world to represent Australia in Rugby alongside 42 other boys. The places that we were fortunate enough to travel to were Belgium, Scottland, Wales, England and Ireland. Our team stayed undefeated throughout the tour and we made a lot of new friends whilst there. The 5 countries we visited were all very beautiful places and it was an experience we will never forget. From this experience, it showed us that we should take risks. I didn’t think we would make it into the team, but with hard work, the outcome was extraordinary.

Good morning to the Braybrook College community,It is truly a great privilege to be able to stand before everyone today as the College Dux of 2018. Honestly, I am still very shocked about what I have achieved, but I would like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude to all the people who have helped make this possible: my family, friends and teachers who tirelessly encouraged me and kept me on my feet throughout what’s supposedly, the hardest year of our lives.I would firstly like to give a shout out to the class of 2018 whose extraordinary work ethic and admirable determination never ceased to amaze me and keep me driven throughout the year. I honestly would be lying if I said I didn’t cry my way through Year 12, but it is because of the kindness of my friends who constantly reassured me when I’d be hysterical, that I was able to enjoy this crazy year with them. We all truly deserve the excellence we have achieved, and I just know that with the same hard work, strength and resilience, great success will always come our way.

Of course, I can’t leave out my family who were overwhelmingly encouraging and understanding, even when things didn’t go as we had hoped for. I thank them for all the small things they did, like giving me fruit and snacks to eat when I’d be studying, and the chance to an education when they didn’t have the chance.

I would also like to give a very, very big thank you to all the incredible teachers who have taught me this year, as well as all the other teachers who have always been rooting for me. They have always selflessly gone the extra mile to help us become the best students that we can be. I cannot describe how thankful I am to all the teachers, who never gave up on us, answering the millions of questions thrown at them, even if it was 2am in the morning or just before an exam or deadline and simply for just hanging out with us chatty 18-year olds. If it weren’t for teachers that are as wise and approachable as the teachers at Braybrook College, it would’ve so much harder to get to where I have gotten today so I really hope that I have made them proud.

While it is true that Year 12 (and honestly any other year) was and is difficult, looking back on it now, it didn’t seem too bad. We stayed up late at night, woke up feeling extremely groggy, had SACS and exams back to back and stayed back after school until we were kicked out at 6pm. But amidst all of that, there were the 18th birthday parties, formals, dress-up day and just some really fun times. However, I did grow tremendously; I learnt more of the importance of helping out fellow students, made lifelong friends, made sure I got things done in time and was able to set realistic goals. It’s also not impossible to have a social life and give yourself some ‘me’ time and reward yourself for all the hard work you have already put in. But always remember to prioritise because after all, Year 12 is only 9 months of your life, so try to make the most out of it because I’m sure glad I did.

If I had one thing I would want to say to my overly stressed self a year ago - as cringy as it sounds - I would tell myself to have more self-confidence. I may have not been the perfect, most organised or outspoken student but only now do I realise that my diligence and determination throughout the most strenuous and challenging year by far, is what got me past the finish line which made the final year of secondary school all the more gratifying, memorable and rewarding.

With all of this in mind, I wish everyone good luck for the new year.

Tina Jiang

VCE in 2018 returned to share their wisdom with the Year 11s. There were many questions about how to cope with the pressures of senior school such as SACs, exams, stress, time management and getting enough sleep. The Year 11 VCAL cohort had the opportunity to take a tour of the training facilities available at VU TAFE. The students also had a chance to chat with many past VCAL students who are now undertaking TAFE courses at VU.

Many teachers commented on the outstanding attendance, attitude and behaviour of students throughout the day. Hopefully we will see some excellent efforts from this cohort in the year to come.

Ms Ryan and Ms De Silva - Year 11 Coordinators

EUROPEAN RUGBY TOURNAMENT

2018 DUX’s SPEECH

Neti Latu

Michael Tereszko

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2019 BRAYBROOK COLLEGE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS

Congratulations to all our 2019 scholarship

winners! These scholarships

are sponsored by the School Council and

the recipients received $500 towards their school expenses.

The scholarship winners have also demonstrated that

they are ‘good citizens’ who have been positive role models for others.

L to R - Molly Callaway (Music/Performing Arts/Creative Arts), Mr Ventura (Year 7 Coordinator), Mira Diab (Sport), Xavier Kardachi (Sport), Laura Tran (Leadership), Thanh Kha Nguyen (Leadership), Kimmy Dao (Academic), Annie Hoang (Academic), Charleen Dang (Music/Performing Arts/Creative Arts), Mr McMahon (Assistant Principal),The Vinh Nguyen (Academic) and Dennis Lay (Academic).

2018 - 2019 VCE RECIPIENTS

L to R - Kevin Hoang, Ngoc Ha (Thanh) Pham, Jen-ny Hang, Arif Jakupi

2019 - YEAR 7 RECIPIENTS

WELCOME TO THE YEAR 7 CLASS OF 2019

The 2019 Year 7 students have settled in very well to life at secondary school. Slightly nervous, the Year 7s looked very smart in their crisp new uniforms and polished shoes as they entered the gymnasi-um for the first General As-sembly, joining our existing students to total more than 1400.

To ease the transition to secondary school, Year 7 students participated in an Induction Program for the first 3 days of the school year. They started with Ice-breakers where they had a lot of fun and became more comfortable with their peers. The 3 days finished with a Time Capsule activi-ty where they wrote a letter to their future selves. They will open their letters in 6 years, upon their Year 12 Graduation.

Students were introduced to a range of systems and college practices such as Diary usage, the Home Group Program, Houses, locker usage, the Library and ICT. They also partic-ipated in On-Demand test-ing, the data from which will help us in our teaching and your children with their learning. Importantly, they were introduced to the col-lege’s rules regarding ap-

MEET N’ GREET

3 DAY INDUCTION PROGRAM

propriate conduct through Anti Bullying and Harassment and College Conduct sessions.

A couple of weeks into the term, Year 7 students have readily embraced the culture of Braybrook College and all the things our community has to offer, including activities such as Links, the

Swimming Carnival and the Sleepovers. Fright Night is still to come.

During Immunisation, our Year 7s dis-played much courage and shed few tears!

On the 13th February, we welcomed all our new families, and some who have

been with us for three gen-erations now, to the Bray-brook College community at the Year 7 Welcome Evening. Delicious finger food was served by our LOLs (Leaders Of Lead-ership), Year 7 students and parents mingled in our library courtyard. It was a pleasure to see familiar faces and meet new par-ents and carers.

We had a full house in the Music Centre. Parents were informed about their child’s progress to date and many of our practices and policies. The evening concluded with an infor-mative presentation by Mr Ventura, the Year 7 Transi-tion and Year Level Coor-dinator on issues related to Gaming and Social Media that can affect young peo-ple. It was great to have students’ perspectives on this.

We look forward to a posi-tive and sustained relation-ship with our new families as we support our young-est students on their jour-ney through secondary school.

Ms PericJunior Sub School Leader

L to R - Daqlan Lee, Georgia Tsobanis, Ms Bailey, Livia Daravong, David Tran,

2019 - 2020 VCE RECIPIENTS

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The Swimming Carnival took place on Friday the 15th of February at Sunshine Swimming pool. Our students walked to the pool in their four House groups - Pegasus, Gryphon, Centaur and Phoenix. The weather was warm and students took to the pool in a number of different events, while their teammates in House-colours cheered from the sidelines. The day started strongly for Centaur who took the lead early with the most students in attendance. Mr. Baker again did a great job organising the day and was assisted by all the staff who joined in the spirit by supporting their relevant houses. A special thanks should also go out to the student helpers and the VCAL class who were busy throughout the day selling drinks and pizza. There were activities such as beach volleyball and table tennis for students who wanted to show their skills in other areas and

the day finished with novelty events - the Cork Scramble and Splash and Grab. Centaur was the highest scoring House on the day with an impressive 80-point lead over Gryphon in second place. They were led by Mr Spiteri and Mr Martino. Well done to all the students who participated on the day and we look forward to the Athletics Carnival early next term.

Mr Welch - Co-curricular Coordinator HOUSE POINTS TALLY: 1st: CENTAUR HOUSE: 4422nd: GRYPHON HOUSE: 3623rd: PHOENIX HOUSE: 3454th: PEGASUS HOUSE: 315

SWIMMING SPORTS CARNIVAL 2019

YEAR 12 VCAL CAMPIn week 2, the Year 12 VCAL classes went to the Rubicon Outdoor Education Camp in Thornton. This was my first camp, so I was really excited. When we arrived we went straight into our first activity day. My group (Group A) went horse riding and many of us were beginners and quite nervous. Kalto, our Rubicon leader, paired us up with a horse which suited our riding ability and our confidence level. I was given Pippen because she was feisty like me. Fortunately, I was able to control her. This was a leadership camp, so this activity taught us to be assertive and confident in leading the horse.

On day 2, my group went white water rafting on the Goulburn River. Once again, the emphasis was on leadership and decision-making skills. We had to work together to pump up the rafts, organise safety equipment and check that we were all working in unison.

On the last day we had an opportunity to plan our activity, a hike in Buxton along the river. We finished the walk with fish and chips and a cold drink. During the two-hour bus ride back to Braybrook, I was able to reflect on the valuable experiences we had on camp. Besides the new activities and the leadership skills we developed, the new friendships made were priceless.

Reham Abdulhaq

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MONDAY 11TH MARCHLABOUR DAY

HOLIDAY WEDNESDAY 13TH MARCH

TWILIGHT EXPO5.00PM - 7.00PM

THURSDAY 14TH MARCHCURRICULUM DAY

STUDENT FREE DAY

2020 - YEAR 7 STUDENTS

TWILIGHT EXPOWednesday 13th March

5.00pm - 7.00pmTour of College facilities and classroom demonstrations

Opportunity to meet key personnel

2019 - SCHOOL TOURS Term 1: Tuesday 19th March Thursday 4th April Term 2: Tuesday 30th April Thursday 16th May Tuesday 28th May

Tours will be conducted at 9.30amParents are asked to ring the college for a booking on one of these dates

ADVANCED PROGRAMSEEK PROGRAM

(Select Entry for Enrichment and Knowledge)YEAR 7 CLASS - 2020

Applications close 26th April, 2019ACER administered test on 11th May, 2019

For further information contact: Ms J. DeSilva or Ms E. Gunter

YEAR 7 SCHOLARSHIPSScholarships are presented in the 4 areas of:

• ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT • LEADERSHIP • SPORT • MUSIC/PERFORMING ARTS/CREATIVE ARTS

Applications will be available on the College Website after the enrolment process has concluded.

SECONDARY SCHOOL IMMUNISATION PROGRAMThe Immunisation Team will be visiting our school to administer immunisations on the following dates:

SCHOOL BASED HPV VACCINATION PROGRAM FOR MALES AND FEMALESSay YES to protecting everyone from HPV-related cancers.

Wednesday 27th February Year 7 - Girls and Boys HPV (Human Papillomavirus), Diptheria, Chickenpox, Tetanus, Whooping Cough

Wednesday 28th August Year 7 - Girls and Boys HPV

Wednesday 11th September Year 10 - Girls and Boys Meningococcal

FRIDAY 22ND MARCH7A, 7B, 7C AND 7D

SLEEPOVERTUESDAY 2ND APRILPARENT /TEACHER

INTERVIEWSFRIDAY 5TH APRIL

LAST DAY OF TERM 1 - (2.18PM FINISH)

2019 STUDENT HEALTH & WELLBEING TEAMWe would like to remind parents that the team operates on an open door policy and that we welcome parent engagement.

Petti HadzisavasSTUDENT

WELLBEING

April WaleryszekYOUTH SUPPORT

OFFICER

David Nguyen

DOCTOR

TinAung

NURSE

Jenni AlbrechtHEALTH NURSE

Maya Obucina

PSYCHOLOGIST

AnastasiaBazzanoSPEECH

PATHOLOGIST

Sebastian Francese

PROVISIONALPSYCHOLOGIST

Slade Katherveloo

PSYCHOLOGIST

Mariela Beck-Godoy

SOCIAL WORKER

Virginia HobbsEQUAL

OPPORTUNITY COORDINATOR

Abel SalfateDRUG

EDUCATION CONTACT PERSON

Erin McLeanANTI

HARASSMENT CONTACT

Steven Markwick

INTEGRATION COORDINATOR

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER

CSEFThe Camps, Sports and Excursions Funding (CSEF) is available to the parents of eligible students. The allowance is $225.00 per child, per year. This amount will be paid to the school and will contribute to the cost of camps, sports, incursions and excursions for your child. To be eligible for CSEF, the parent or guardian must hold one of the following cards:• Veterans Affairs Gold Card • Centrelink Health Care Card • Pensioner Concession Card or · be a temporary foster parentor · the student is 16 years or older and holds a valid concession card (such as a Youth Allowance Health Care Card)Applications should be submitted to the General Office as soon as possible but will not be accepted after the 28th June, 2019.

REMINDERS UNIFORM

SECONDHAND UNIFORMAny students who have college uniform items that they have outgrown or have no further use for can donate these to the school if they are in good condition. These items will be added to our secondhand uniform pool which we occasionally access when students are unable to be in correct uniform. Please hand in secondhand uniform items to the General Office or contact Ms Bailey on 9312 2900 who can collect items.UNIFORM SHOP HOURS (Double ‘C’ Jeanery sales person on duty)Mondays: - Lunchtime 12.36pm-1.25pm Tuesdays: - After school 3.06pm - 4.00pmor ORDER ONLINE AT www.dcsuniforms.com.au

1. Totally black leather shoes/runners must be worn by students in ALL year levels.2. Sports Polo ($25 at Uniform shop) and sports shorts ($18 at Uniform shop) MUST be worn by all Year 7-10 students for PE/Sports. The Sports Uniform: • CAN ONLY BE WORN HOME FROM SCHOOL IF PE CLASS IS PERIOD 6 and for all interschool sporting events • Students MUST wear FULL school uniform when not doing P.E. 3. House Polo ($25 at Uniform shop).

PARENT/GUARDIAN CONTACT DETAILSPlease ensure that your contact details are up to date at all times.If you have recently moved or any of your contact details have changed please notify the General Office immediately.

This is especially important in the event of an emergency where we may need to contact you. It will also ensure that you receive any correspondence the college sends out.

YEAR 11 & 12 TEAM

YEAR 9 & 10 TEAM

Nada PericJunior

Sub School Leader

Anthony VenturaYear 7

Coordinator

Virginia HobbsYear 7Deputy

Barry ScheeleYear 8

Coordinator

Katrina WilsonYear 8Deputy

April WaleryszekYear 7 and 8

Admin Assistant

Caroline BreretonMiddle

Sub School Leader

Matthew O’Sullivan Year 9

Coordinator

Rosie XuerebYear 9Deputy

Ross van BrinkYear 10

Coordinator

Travis WaringYear 10Deputy

Katie Stathakopoulos Year 9 and 10

Admin Assistant

Eleanor Gunter Year 12Deputy

Ruby De LunaYear 11 and 12 Admin Assistant

Mirsadet Osmani Year 12

Coordinator

Jessica De SilvaYear 11

Coordinator

Tania GadeaSenior

Sub School Leader

YEAR 7 & 8 TEAM

Alison RyanYear 11

Coordinator

YEAR LEVEL COORDINATION TEAMS 2019