Off to the Olympics
Congratulations to our Alumni, Emily Whitehead, Class of 2018, for being selected to join the Gymnastics Olympic Team representing Australia at the Paris Olympics. We are incredibly proud of her achievement and wish her the best of luck in this exciting journey.
Star Performer
Congratulations to Izak Bibile, Class of 2023, on receiving an Athletics Scholarship to Loyola University Chicago. This scholarship from a top-ranked university marks an exciting new chapter in the next phase of his life. We wish Izak all the best for the future.
Year 9 Explore Program
Our Year 9 students thoroughly enjoyed the Explore Program based in the city last week. For many of our students they have not had the opportunity to explore the CBD. I would like to thank Mr Liam Wall Middle School Leader and his team for organising this event and all the teachers who volunteered to take part in this program.
Regional Cross Country
Well done to all our students who competed at the regional cross country last Thursday 13 June. Thirteen students have now qualified for the state competition which is the most competitors we have sent to the final round.
Congratulations to the following students who will compete at the State finals in July;
| Daisy W – 12/13 girls | Yun Y – 14 girls | Hannah R – 15 girls |
| Seth J – 12/13 boys | Sebastian S – 14 boys | Julian D – 15 boys |
| Bradley C – 14 boys | Frances S-M – 16 girls | |
| Zachary C – 14 boys | Aisha H – 16 girls | |
| Paul R – 14 boys | Hayden V – 16 boys | |
| Sam P – 17/20 boys |
Special thanks to Mr Gwynne and Mr Jay Newport our Sports Leaders and Mrs Sally Robotham for accompanying our students on the day.
GAT Exam
Over 400 students undertook the two-part General Achievement Test last Tuesday 18 June. This is a huge logistical task, and I would like to thank Mr James Johnston Senior School Leader for overseeing this event. Special thanks to our Chief Supervisor Mrs Trish Reid and her team of supervisors for their efforts. Our examiners again commented on the excellent behaviour of our students and the way they conducted themselves.
End of Semester 1
It has been a busy time with a lot to get through. I would like to thank all the teachers for the great work achieved last semester. Special thanks to the teachers who prepared their students for mid-year examinations. Many extra classes were held (some out of hours) and this demonstrates the dedication of the staff at this school. Semester 2 classes began last Monday 17 June.
Semester 1 Reports
Semester 1 reports will be available via Compass shortly. Please make the time to discuss your student’s progress with them, both areas of strength and areas for improvement. Congratulations to those students who achieved excellent results this semester.
VCE Parent/Student/Teacher Conferences
Parent/Student/Teacher conferences are being held remotely for VCE students on Thursday 18 July (Week 1 – Term 3). These interviews will be conducted via Webex Meetings. Please note these interviews relate to Semester 1 subjects only. As there are only 30 spaces for each teacher, if you can’t make an appointment, please don’t hesitate to contact teachers via email if you would like further feedback. On Thursday 12 September we will be holding a whole day of interviews for Years 7-12 students.
Happy Holidays
Have a well-deserved break everyone and enjoy time with your family and friends. A reminder that we will have a 2.30pm dismissal next week Friday 28 June. Term 3 begins on Monday 15 July. Stay well, take care and I will see you next term.
Mrs Karen Wade
College Principal