MWSC College News – Issue 13

Further Victorian School Music Festival (VSMF) Success

In the last two newsletters I announced that 3 ensembles had achieved success in the Victorian School Music Festival. Since then, four more ensembles have performed and achieved outstanding results.

Congratulations to our Senior Chamber Strings who were presented with a Gold Award. This is the first Gold Award that a string group has ever received at our college. The Intermediate Presto Strings also performed and received a Silver Award which is a great achievement. Both groups participated in an on-stage tutorial with the chief adjudicator following their performances and had the opportunity to hear other groups perform. Congratulations to Mr Tim O Connor, our Head of Strings for directing these ensembles.

Our Concert Band, directed by Mrs Melissa Knowles competed last Wednesday and won a Gold Award. This group of 63 students is the largest the college has ever sent to the Victorian School Music Festival and is a testament to the success of the program.

The MWSC Symphonic Band followed with a performance on Wednesday night. The ensemble performed to an excellent standard and won a Gold Award. The chief adjudicator, Albert Nguyen from the University of Memphis was extremely impressed with not only the group, but by the conducting style and skills of Mr Joseph Yu.

Overall, 7 groups involving 238 students travelled to VSMF competitions in the past month and we were awarded 6 Golds and 1 Silver which is the best result the school has ever achieved in this event.

My sincere thanks go to all of my instrumental music staff who volunteered their time (sometimes out of hours) to accompany our students to these events. Congratulations to all students involved!

 

Term 3 College Raffle Winners

A special thank you to everyone who purchased tickets in our recent Term 3 College Raffle. We raised over $3480 which will go towards student led initiatives. Congratulations to our raffle winners.

Our winners are:

1st Prize:	Fiona Kelly	Interior/Exterior Painting valued at $1500, sponsored by Master Colour Pty Ltd
2nd Prize:	Yunnie Yap	Winery Tour valued at $1400, sponsored by Quinces Bus Hire
3rd Prize:	Enza Rezaee	Soniq 55” (139cm) 4K Ultra HD TV valued at $600, sponsored by Learning with Technologies
4th Prize:	Rekha Sundara Rajah	Novotel Accommodation Package and $200 Gift Card valued at $475, sponsored by Novotel Glen Waverley and Premier Waste
5th Prize:	Stuart Robinson	Teens Gift Card $250 and Texas Calculator and Notebooks valued at $343, sponsored by School Furn, Texas Instruments and Premier Paper
6th Prize:	Narelle Mcgeehan	Ultimate Gift Card $250 and Texas Calculator and Notebooks valued at $343 sponsored by School Furn, Texas Instruments and Premier Paper
7th Prize:	Kate Askew	JBL by Harman Xtreme 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker and Gift Card $50 valued at $329, sponsored by Maps Marketing and Driver Bus Lines
8th Prize:	Dallas Watts	Village Cinema Gold Indulgence Voucher and Gift Card $100 valued at $319 sponsored by Toshiba and Driver Bus Lines
9th Prize:	Maggie Choy	Pegasus Leisure Group $200 Dining Voucher and Gift Card $100 valued at $300, sponsored by Melbourne Racing Club and Driver Bus Lines
10th Prize:	Sarah Li	Gumbuya Junior tickets, Bounce Passes, Texas Calculator & Notebooks valued at $250, sponsored by Sponsored by Gumbuya Park, Bounce Inc, Texas Instruments & Premier Paper
11th Prize:	Rochelle Wickramaratchi	Funfields Adventure Park Pass and Hardcover Notebooks valued at $248 sponsored by Funfields Adventure Park & Premier Paper
12th Prize:	Srinivas Sundaresan	Ross Haywood Sporting Equipment & bag, Texas Calculator & Notebooks valued at $230, sponsored by Ross Haywood Sports & Texas Instruments
13th Prize:	Lisa Bryant	Gift Card $150 and Texas Calculator and Notebooks valued at $223 sponsored by Bud to Bloom and Texas Instruments
14th Prize:	Jean Lee	Wine, Campion Vouchers and Stationary Basket valued at $150, sponsored by Campion Education
15th Prize:	Sulakshana Dabholkar	Texas Calculator and Notebooks valued at $100, sponsored by Texas Instruments & Premier Paper

We would sincerely like to thank the generous sponsors (listed above), for supporting our learning community with this fundraising event.

 

Book Week 

Well done to our library team and student library leaders for organising great activities in both libraries last week during Book Week. The theme for the week was “Reading is Magic” Special thanks to all the students and staff who joined in to celebrate our love of reading.

 

Division Athletics 

Over 130 students attended the Division Athletics at the Bill Stewart Athletics track on Friday 23 August. Well done to Mr Danny Gwynne and Mr Jay Newport our Sports Leaders for their great work in organising this event.

 

Wear it Purple Day 

On Friday 30 August the college celebrated ‘Wear it Purple’ day. It was great to see students and staff wearing purple to celebrate diversity and inclusion. Well done to the Wellbeing Team and students on both campuses who helped organise lunch time celebration activities.

 

Student Parent Teacher Conferences

A reminder that Semester Two Student Parent Teacher conferences are scheduled for Thursday 12 September between 1pm and 7.30pm.  Conferences will once again be held online via Webex links.  Thursday 12 September is a student free day, and no classes will be held.  Please encourage your child/ren to attend these conferences with you, so that they can receive feedback and take ownership of their learning.

 

Curriculum Day

A whole school Curriculum Day (student free day) will be held on Friday 13 September. Teachers will be working on developing curriculum in line with the new Victorian Curriculum 2.0.

 

2024 Parent/Caregiver/Guardian Opinion Survey

Invitations to the 2024 Parent/Caregiver/Guardian Opinion Survey (previously known as the Parent Opinion Survey) link has been emailed out again this week via Compass. Each year the school conducts an opinion survey amongst a sample of our learning community. Results will be used to inform and direct our future school planning and improvement. The survey will be conducted online and should only take 20 minutes to complete. Please take the time to respond to this important survey as we value your feedback.

 

Message from Our Nurses

Just a friendly reminder on what the protocol is for when your child is feeling unwell and would like to go home. Should your child fall ill during the day they must attend the First Aid Office on their respective campus for care. The Nurse will then assess them and if they are deemed too unwell to be at school, you will be contacted by the Nurse to arrange for them to be collected. If your child is under 16 years of age they will need to be physically picked up and signed out from school, they are not to leave the school grounds without being picked up by an adult.

Students should not be using any form of electronic device (mobile, laptop etc.) to contact their own parents/carers to arrange to be collected. If this occurs, we request your support to direct them to the Nurse.

We would also ask for your cooperation in not sending your child to school if they are unwell. Please do not give them medication to reduce fever and symptoms of viral illness before school in the hope that they can ‘push through’ the day. This will assist us in reducing the spread of illness at school and help your child recover and to feel their best whilst learning.

Please also note that a medical certificate will be required if your child does not attend a scheduled VCE SAC.

Your support in this matter would be greatly appreciated as we are trying to keep our learning community safe and stop the spread of Whooping Cough, Covid and other illnesses.

 

School Saving Bonus

In Term 4, 2024, families with a child enrolled in a government school from Prep to Year 12 in 2025 will receive the one-off $400 School Saving Bonus.
The $400 School Saving Bonus provides families with support for education-related costs, such as school activities and/or school uniforms and textbooks.
The School Saving Bonus is not available for full-fee international students, home schooled students, TAFE students and students attending kindergarten in 2025.

Actions for parents and carers

Before 18 October 2024, the Department of Education is asking parents and carers to:

• Complete enrolment: If your child, or children are changing government school for Term 1 2025, or starting Prep or Year 7 in 2025. For more information, read about Enrolling in School.
• Check your contact information: Ensure your email address and phone number is up to date with us. You can check this information by contacting us directly.

We need to ensure your contact information is up to date as the Department of Education will email you twice:

• in October, to verify your email address
• in November, with your $400 School Saving Bonus.

Please check your junk mail regularly to make sure you do not miss an important email.

To learn more about the School Saving Bonus, download the School Saving Bonus Information sheet for government school parents and carers or visit vic.gov.au/school-saving-bonus.

 

The David Burgess Foundation Scholarships

It is now over 30 years since The David Burgess Foundation was established in 1991. In this period, they have provided scholarships to nearly eighty extraordinary and well deserving disadvantaged students.

The Foundation was established in memory of the late David Burgess MBE, who made a major contribution to youth, education and the community in general. It has become well known throughout the Victorian education community for its longstanding and enduring commitment to worthy secondary school students in need.

The Foundation aims to assist young people from State Secondary Schools who have had to struggle to overcome adversity, who have shown commitment to their goals and those of the community, and who, with some help, can succeed in their studies and future life. To this end the Foundation makes annual awards to Year 12 students who gain entry to tertiary course at Victorian Universities and/or TAFE Institutes. Each award-winner receives $5,500 each year towards the cost of their course.

The Foundation aims to help these students make the transition from a supportive school environment to a tertiary educational setting. What makes them unique in this regard is the mentoring support that is provided alongside the financial assistance. The mentor system is a non-professional service, and their mentors provide friendly, concerned help and advice to award winners throughout the duration of their tertiary studies.

This is a comprehensive package of services for deserving students in our State Education System and is a fitting tribute to David Burgess, who was a strong advocate of State Schools.

How to apply
Applications can be submitted via the SmartyGrants platform, which is administered by Equity Trustees. To apply, please copy the following link into your browser https://equitytrustees.smartygrants.com.au/Burgess

 

 

MWSC 60th Anniversary Celebration – Wednesday 4 September at 3pm

Mount Waverley Secondary College is celebrating 60 years!  Come along and join us for a memorable afternoon. Tour our brand-new STEAM centre, view our historical displays and listen to musical performances from our very talented students.
There will also be a sausage sizzle, bake sale and commemorative wine and glasses available to purchase on the day.

Date:     Wednesday, 4 September 2024
Time:     From 3pm to 6pm
Venue:   MWSC Senior Campus, enter via Gate 1 Lechte Road, Gate 6 Beaufort Street or Gate 7 Gordon Street Carpark.

We look forward to seeing you there!

 

 

 

Mrs Karen Wade
College Principal

60th Anniversary

Next week wea re celebrating our 60th anniversary of the college. On Wednesday we will be hosting the original Form 1 (Year 7) class of 1964 at an assembly, where they will share some of their memories of what our school was like 60 years ago.

We hope to see many of you at the Senior Campus from 3pm – 6pm to help celebrate our anniversary!

 

Uniform shop volunteers

Our school has been very fortunate to have a wonderful group of parent helpers who have managed the second-hand uniform shop over the past few years.

Many of their children graduate this year, and therefore we will see the end of their excellent contribution to our community. We are looking for a new energetic team of volunteers to take over the uniform shop. If you are interested, and would like more information, please complete this survey. No matter what amount of time you are able to contribute, we would love to hear from you.

 

Message from our Nurses

This is a friendly reminder on what the protocol is for when your child is feeling unwell and would like to go home.

Should your child fall ill during the day they must attend the First Aid Office on their respective campus for care. The Nurse will then assess them and if they are deemed too unwell to be at school, you will be contacted by the Nurse to arrange for a pick up. If your child is under 16 years of age they will need to be physically picked up and signed out from school, they are not to be leaving school grounds without being picked up by an adult.

Students should not be using any form of electronic device (mobile, laptop etc.) to contact their own parents/carers for arrangement of pick up. If this occurs we request your support to direct them to the Nurse. We would also ask for your cooperation in not sending your child to school if they are unwell, please do not give them medication to reduce fever and symptoms of viral illness before school in the hope that they can ‘push through’ the day. This will assist us in reducing the spread of illness at school and help your child recover and to feel their best whilst learning.

 

 

 

Mr Matt Sheehan
Campus Principal – Junior School

As we move closer to the end of Term 3 students have been busy both inside and outside the classroom.  Students have also started to make decisions and choices for what their next year will look like.

Parent Teacher Student interviews are scheduled for Thursday 12^th September.  These conferences allow students and parents to talk to teachers about how they are progressing and what they can focus on to continue their learning growth next term.  They are a fantastic opportunity to enhance the collaboration that exists between students, teachers and parents.

 

The Japanese Study

The Japanese Study Tour is leaving on Saturday 7^th September with a group of 20 students from Year 9 and 10 Japanese classes and 3 staff.  Students and staff will travel through Japan including visiting our sister school in Owa and sister city in Natori across 21 days.  This is fantastic learning opportunity for students to immerse themselves in the language and culture of Japan.  Thank you to Ms Michelle Lukaczynski and Ms Ayako Yasunaga for their planning and preparation of this tour.

 

Year 10 Gala

The Year 10 Gala was fantastic celebration for our Year 10 students.  Our students are excited to get dressed up in their best gear, take a million and one photos and dance the night away!  A number of staff will also attend the evening, which is great to see.  Thank you to Mr Liam Wall and our Year 10 Coordinators – Ms Juliz Mathew and Mr Adam Wheeler for making this great event happen!    We hope you have a wonderful night!

 

 

 

Mr Ian MacLeod
Campus Principal – Middle School

The term 3 holidays are fast approaching and our Unit 3 and 4 students are nearing the end of their school based assessment tasks for their studies. We are aware this can be a stressful time for students and encourage them to seek support from their Year Level Coordinators, Wellbeing Team, their peers and parents/carers. Habits that will support students at this time are; making sure they are getting quality sleep, sticking to a study schedule, using their support network and moving their body.

 

Parent/Teacher/Student Conferences

Bookings for term 3 conferences opened on Thursday 29 August. These conferences provide a valuable avenue for feedback regarding your student’s progress this semester. It is a good opportunity to discuss suggested strategies moving forward, and for the teacher, parent and student to develop a shared understanding about how their learning growth can be supported moving forward.

 

2025 Subject Selections

Thank you to the Senior Subschool team for their support with catching up with year 11 students following the submission of their 2025 subjects selections. Year 11 students who had made a change to their 2024 subjects for next year were either spoken to or emailed regarding these changes to ensure they were making fully informed decisions, and were aware of the steps they would need to take to allow for success next year.

 

Year 11 Fancy Dress

Next Friday, 6 September, just over 200 Year 11s will enjoy a night in the Novotel Ballroom for the annual Year 11 Fancy Dress. We are looking forward to seeing some innovative and imaginative costumes, and getting into the spirit of the evening with the students. Thanks to Mr James Johnston for all the organisation leading up to this event.

 

English Trial Exam

On Wednesday 18 September, students studying Units 3 and 4 English will complete a trial exam. This is an opportunity for them to experience the full 3 hours of writing, and 15 minutes reading time required when completing the English exam. The exam will be marked by external assessors allowing students to receive valuable feedback on their progress. It is being conducted at this time to allow students to work through the feedback provided with their teacher upon their return from holidays.

 

The Age VCE Guide 2024

The Age releases a VCE Guide every year that contains information about exams, how students are managing stress, supporting your VCE student, exam marking and how the ATAR is calculated. A link to the guide can be found HERE. You will need to register with your email address to access the articles but they are free to access.

 

 

 

Ms Lauren Kelly
Campus Principal – Senior School

Throughout August, students from the MWSC International Affairs Club (IAC) on the Senior Campus embarked on an exhilarating adventure at The Evatt Competition, a prestigious Model UN event organised by UN Youth Australia. This competition challenges teams of two to step into the shoes of United Nations Security Council member states, where we passionately debate resolutions that reflect their assigned country’s foreign policy interests.

The preliminary rounds took place at the esteemed Melbourne Law School and Suzanne Cory, where students tackled pressing global issues such as poaching, the humanitarian crisis in Haiti and single-use plastic. These debates were not mere academic exercises; we were transformative experiences that honed essential skills in diplomacy, teamwork, public speaking, and critical thinking. Participants were encouraged to step outside their comfort zones, representing viewpoints that often diverged from Australia’s policies, thereby broadening their political horizons and fostering a deeper understanding of international relations.

The camaraderie among IAC members was palpable, as we celebrated their dedication and the countless hours spent in preparation during weekly meetings. For many, this was their inaugural foray into Model UN debates—a daunting yet exhilarating experience.

As young leaders, we navigated the complexities of global diplomacy, we not only refined our negotiation skills but also formed lasting connections with like-minded peers from various schools. The breaks between sessions provided a perfect opportunity for delegates to forge a bond that extended beyond the competition.

With such passionate and committed individuals stepping into international affairs, the future looks brighter than ever. The dedication displayed by IAC members serves as a promising sign that the world will be in capable hands for generations to come.

 

By Simar B  (Year 11)

Positive Parenting Conversation

Last week, we held our first Positive Parenting Conversation, providing parents with an opportunity to come together to discuss key parenting challenges and celebrate successes. It was an honor to host this event, and we look forward to organizing more Parent Conversations in the future.

 

Bullying No Way

From August 12^th to 16^th, the school took part in the “Bullying No Way” week, a national campaign against bullying. Both campuses hosted various activities throughout the week, which saw great participation. On the Senior Campus, students began creating a canvas that will be displayed in our new wellbeing space.

 

Year 10 Wellbeing Day

On Friday, 16 August, our Year 10 students engaged in an inspiring day dedicated to maximizing their potential. Motivational guest speaker Mr Daniel Merza, along with the Reach Foundation, led workshops throughout the day focused on “getting the monkeys off their back” and challenging gender stereotypes.

 

 

 

Mr Paul Graham
Student Support and Resources Manager

MWSC Sweeps VSMF with Gold!

Our music program continues to soar to new heights. Our talented students have once again proven their exceptional skills at the prestigious Victorian School Music Festival.

Last week, the Senior Chamber Strings and Presto Strings not only achieved Gold and Silver awards, respectively, but also had the invaluable opportunity to learn from the chief adjudicator and witness other top-tier ensembles. A special congratulations to Mr Tim O’Connor, Head of Strings, and our string ensembles for their outstanding achievements.

This week, we sent two more ensembles to VSMF.  Our Concert Band, led by Ms Melissa Knowles, made history as the largest ensemble our school has ever sent to the competition. This group of 63 dedicated students performed at an exceptional level, earning a well-deserved Gold award.

Following closely behind, the MWSC Symphonic Band also took the stage and delivered an extraordinary performance. Their dedication and skill were recognised with a Gold award, and the chief adjudicator, Mr Albert Nguyen from the University of Memphis, was particularly impressed by both the ensemble’s performance and Mr Joseph Yu’s (MWSC Head of Brass and Symphonic Band director) conducting style.

These two ensembles were the final two of seven MWSC groups to compete at VSMF this month. In total, we achieved an incredible six Golds and one Silver award, making this our most successful year at the competition. A total of 238 students had the opportunity to participate in VSMF, providing them with an unforgettable experience.

I extend my sincere gratitude to our music staff who generously volunteered their time to support and supervise our students, often going above and beyond their regular duties.

2025 Music Tour – New Zealand

I am excited to announce that we have begun to plan for the 2025 Music Tour for July next year. The music tour will involve the 2025 Symphonic Band and Stage Band, and students from both of these groups along with interested students from concert band and jazz band will be invited to attend an upcoming information session. This session will outline a draft itinerary for the trip, as well as the audition process for the opportunity to get into one of these ensembles.

Eligible students will receive an invitation via Compass to the online information session.

 

Upcoming Music Dates

• Wednesday 4 September – 60th Anniversary Celebrations (Music Performances)
• Monday 9th September – Chamber Strings South Street
• Thursday 12th September – Stage Band South Street
• Tuesday 17th September – New Zealand Tour, Online Information Evening from 7:30pm
• Thursday 19 September – Unit 3 Recital
• Thursday 10th October – Music Gala Concert

 

 

Mrs Titjtje Keatley
Music Director

Division Athletics Carnival

On Friday 23 August,  MWSC sent 135 students off to the Division Athletics Carnival. Our students competed exceptionally on the day, with 6 (out of 12 total) MWSC students being named age group champions, shown below.

Overall we had 21 students qualify for the Eastern Metropolitan Region finals in October.  Congratulations to all students who competed on the day.

13 Boys – Seth J
14 Girls – Blaene G
14 Boys – Zachary C
17 Girls – Elise H
18 Girls – Avril T
18 Boys – Jimmy O

 

Mr Jay Newport and Mr Danny Gwynne
Sports Leaders

 

 

Year 8 Boys Table Tennis

On Monday 26 August, ten Year 8 boys represented the school in the Junior Boys District table tennis round robin. The “A” team won all their games against Glen Waverley SC, Vermont SC and Highvale SC.  The final game against Vermont SC came down to the last doubles match to see who would progress to the next stage.

The “B” team won one of their 3 matches against strong opposition. Congratulations to the “A” team who will now be competing at the zone finals next term.
Well done to all the boys for their exemplary behaviour and fine sportsmanship shown.
The teams were; Junyan Z, Long T, Divit G, Julian B, Hugo B, Jordan Z, Carlos N, Yash S, Harshaal C, and Jay I.

 

Mr Campbell – Coach

Year 12 Reminder

We strongly recommend that you make your VTAC course application by end of term, or September 30^th at the latest. However, change of preference remains open until ATARs are released.  Below is a quick reference guide for key dates.

Remember that VTAC CourseSearch is a great tool to research thoroughly the courses that you’re interested in studying in Victoria. It also allows you to discover any course requirements and prerequisites for each course.

 

The Careers team are available for appointments if you require further assistance.

 

 

 

Mr Phil Newnham and Ms Victoria Tortopidis
Careers Education

 

Welcome to Term 3 issue of the Mount Waverley Secondary College.  Alumni Newsletter for 2024 – To view the newsletter click here.

In this edition, reconnect with our Alumni from 1994, 2014, and other graduating years who joined us for the School Reunion Tour in June and August. Experience the joy of reliving cherished memories and exploring nostalgic photographs from years past. Be sure to check out all the upcoming events, both on campus and those privately organised by Alumni.

Your contributions and insights (stories, memories, and photos) has enhanced this newsletter. Keep them coming.

To register and get the newsletter along with all the latest news events sent directly to your email, please click here.

 

 

 

Ms Victoria Tortopidis
Alumni Coordinator

Welcome!

Our numeracy newsletter articles aim to bridge the gap between the classroom and your home, helping you to support your child’s numeracy understanding in a fun and engaging way. Numeracy goes beyond just addition and subtraction. It’s about applying maths concepts to solve problems and make sense of the world around us. Through these newsletter articles, we hope to provide families with some helpful hints and tips to increase their numeracy skills.

In our previous article, we focussed on numeracy activities that could be done in the kitchen with cooking and shopping ideas.
With this article, as we approach the AFL finals, we are looking at numeracy ideas with a sports focus.

 

Watching sport at home

Probability:

• Language: Encourage discussions and ask questions like what is the probability of your AFL team making the finals? Impossible? Certain? What data supports your answer?

Arithmetic:

• Scoring: Practice addition, subtraction, and multiplication as players and teams score points or as they receive votes in the Brownlow Medal count.
• Time: Calculate the remaining time in a quarter or game.
• Statistics: Track player statistics like their score for the game, rebounds in basketball or netball, runs and wickets in cricket, or tackles in AFL.

Fractions and Percentages:

• Goal Percentage: Calculate the percentage of goals scored by a player.
• Free Throw / Super Shot Percentage: Determine the percentage of free throws made in basketball or Super Shots scored in netball.
• Winning Percentage: Calculate a team’s winning percentage based on wins and losses.

Data Analysis:

• Trends: Analyse trends in player performance over time.
• Predictions and extrapolation: Make predictions about the final score and compare them to the actual outcome.
• Comparisons: Compare statistics between different players or teams.

 

Going to the game

As well as all the Numeracy involved with watching sports at home, when you go to the games in person you can involve your children in the planning and also incorporate numeracy into your conversations when you are at the game:

Budgeting:

• Ticket Costs: Research ticket prices for different seating sections and calculate the total cost for your family.
• Food and Drinks: Estimate the cost of food and drinks at the ground. Create a budget and track your spending.

Getting to the ground:

• Cost: If applicable, calculate the cost of parking or the train ticket.
• Timetables: Use public transportation timetables or estimate driving and walking time to the ground so that you arrive in time to see the start of the game. Digital tools such as PTV Planner and Google Maps could be used to assist in the planning to arrive on time.

Remember:

These activities don’t have to be complex. Keep it fun and engaging!

As the ‘Numeracy for Families’ newsletter is a new addition to MWSC, we seek feedback from families about the current content and suggestions about new content moving forward. Please complete this short 2-minute survey if you are able: https://forms.gle/GP392C45N3Kkovxz9

 

 

 

Mrs Tijtje Keatley and Ms Cassie Morris
Learning Specialists

This year the theme was “Reading is magic”. Our Library Leaders did a fantastic job preparing a range of activities to celebrate. We had some wonderful displays, a fun ‘photo booth’, an online quiz and a ‘treasure’ hunt.

The Senior Library was the place to be! Students were interacting with each other, and the books, which hopefully engenders a positive experience of the library space and its collections.

Students in Year 9 had the opportunity to hear from Mr Ron Murray, indigenous storyteller and didgeridoo player. Ron spoke about his upbringing in rural NSW and the teacher who taught him to read despite the discrimination that existed within many schools and communities at the time.

We provide many services in our libraries, from recreation to study, as well as a safe and inclusive space for all of our students.

 

Mrs Robyn Whitelaw
Resource Centre Manager – Senior Campus

(Some staff go above and beyond in celebrating Book Week – Ms Sun has some wonderful costumes!!)