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Berwick Secondary College, Newsletter 9, 20th September 2013

From the Principal’s Desk

We are always searching for opportunities to gain the best for our students, and we have implemented a number

of strategies to help get the best outcomes possible. Two of these strategies are occurring at this time of year.

Our students and teachers Ms Liana Mannens and Ms Michelle Lewis set off on their trip to Indonesia last

Wednesday, along with teachers and students from Timbarra P-9. Arriving at Yogyakarta, the trip is a ten day tour

incorporating cultural and language exposure, visiting a school, traditional markets and hands-on batik. I am

looking forward to seeing the photographs and hearing all about the trip when they get back.

The second of these strategies is happening over the next two weeks. We offer our Year 12 students study

sessions here at school through the school holidays. This final period of Year 12 Year is critical for VCE students in

preparing for the exams. There are 12 full day sessions operating, which means our students do not have to go to

Melbourne to get this fantastic assistance.

Our NAPLAN data came out this week, and on initial inspection we are very pleased with the results, particularly

in Year 9 Writing. We will be analysing our results in detail and using this feedback to gain even better results in

the future.

Parent/Student/Teacher interviews were an opportunity to meet with your child’s teachers, so I hope you were

able to attend the session Thursday evening or Friday. Working together is the best way to ensure good outcomes

for our young people.

On Tuesday 17th and Wednesday 18th September our students competed in the Victorian Schools Volleyball Cup 1

day competition at the State Volleyball Centre in Dandenong. On Tuesday our year 7 girls came third, receiving

bronze medals, the year 7 boys fourth and the year 8 girls fifth. On Wednesday, the 9A girls’ team competed

winning a gold medal, with the 9B girls coming fourth and the year 9 boys winning silver. An excellent result!

This term has gone so quickly. Have a lovely holiday, stay safe and relax, and we will see you at the beginning of

Term 4.

Ms Kerri Bolch Principal


UPCOMING IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES

DATE EVENT

7TH October Term 4 begins

22nd October Last Day Year 12 VCAL

Year 12 Farewell assembly

23rd October Last Day Year 12 VCE

24th October Year 12 BBQ

30th October VCE exams begin

4th November Year 10 and 11 students scheduled study day

5th November CUP DAY

7th November O’Donoghue Day

11th November Year 10 and Year 11 exams begin

14th November Performing Arts Showcase

15th November Performing Arts Showcase

Blood Bank, Leisure Centre 4.30 – 7.30

18th November Head Start Begins

21st November Secondhand booksale

22nd November Last VCE exam

29th November Last day 2013 year 11/2014 year 12 students

9th December Year 7 2014 parent information evening in PAC

10th December Grade 6 orientation day

13th December

Head Start Ends

Closing day for booklists

Year 7 – 9 reports distributed

Last day for 2013 year 9/2014 year 10 students

17th December Year 10 and11 reports posted home

Presentation Night at Berwick Church of Christ

20th December End of 2013 School Year


Office Hours: Administration: Mon–Thu 8.15am–4.30pm Friday 8.15am–4.00pm

Payments 8.30am–4.00pm

New Uniform Shop Hours

Thursdays only 2.30 to 5.30 pm

PLEASE NOTE: This will be the only time you can purchase or drop off second hand items of uniform.

As there is a CHANGE OF UNIFORM IN 2014,there will be no guarantee of sale.

The only new items left in the Uniform Shop are royal and navy blue polar fleece tops and girls’ navy pants.

These will sell at reduced prices.

The shop is situated in a portable classroom. Entry is via the top driveway (entrance 3).

If you have any uniform queries, ring Diane on 8768 1042 (Thursday afternoons only)or at home on 9707 2605.

Berwick Secondary College Newsletter Berwick Secondary College notifies parents by email when newsletters are published. Newsletters are

published three times per term.

If you missed a notification, all this year’s newsletters can be accessed on the Berwick Secondary College

website.

LOST PROPERTY Please label ALL items of school uniform. It is surprising how many jumpers and shirts are lost in sport, not

forgetting the odd shoe here and there! Lost property can be claimed from the Health Centre office.

Manuka Road

Berwick

Telephone: 8768 1000

Fax: 9707 2533

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.berwicksc.vic.edu.au

PARENTS – ARE YOUR CONTACT DETAILS UP TO DATE?

It is very important that Berwick Secondary College has up to date contact details for all families.

If you have changed your home address, email address, emergency contacts or telephone number since your

student’s enrolment, please call in or contact the school on 8768 1000 to advise the College of any changes.

It is especially important that the Reports are mailed home to the correct address and that emails and

telephone numbers are up to date for the College to be able to contact parents when necessary.


20th September 2013

Dear Parents,

Melbourne Cup Eve – Monday 4th November

Over the last number of years we have had a declining number of students attending on the Melbourne Cup Eve

and as such have made the decision to run a special program, of instruction on that day in place of their normal

timetable. Students will attend the classes listed below.

Home Group P.E Maths English

Period 1 & 2 Yr7 Yr9 Yr8

Period 3 & 4 Yr8 Y 7 Yr9

Period 5 & 6 Yr9 Yr8 Yr7

Year 10 & 11 students have a scheduled STUDY DAY. This is in preparation for their forthcoming exams. A

supervised study area will be available for all students who attend on this day.

Year 7, 8 and 9 students are expected to bring their PE uniform.

Yours Sincerely

James Doble

Mr James Doble Assistant Principal


CONGRATULATIONS ON A TERRIFIC

ACHIEVEMENT ABBIE Year 7 student Abbie Hoare has been selected as a member of the School Sport Victoria 12

years and under softball team.

The team will represent Victoria in the annual School Sport Australia Softball Championship

in Sydney from 3rd to 8th November 2013.

We wish Abbie and the team all the best in the competition.

STUDENT LEADERSHIP-

CASEY MEN’S MENTOR BREAKFAST 2013

On Friday 23rd August, Mark Morante (Year 10) and Patrick

Mastertoun (Year 12) attended The City of Casey’s Men’s

Mentor Breakfast. The breakfast gave students an

opportunity to develop networking skills and explore

career options by talking with professionals from various

fields.

Highly regarded speaker Max Walker was the highlight of

the event, inspiring students with his success stories from

his ALF and cricket careers and his experience directing

four companies.

The event proved to be an invaluable experience yet again!

Ms Lexie McGill

Student Leadership Team Leader

Students: Patrick Mastertoun and Mark Morante


NICOLE DEMONSTRATES HER CREATIVE TALENT

Year 12 Textiles students are working flat out to complete their folios and garments ready for assessment. A visit

to the rooms, you can see a beehive of industry with folios spread out on the tables and finishing touches being

applied to their client’s garments.

There are certainly some very talented students creating amazing garments

from complex design work. Nicole Westmorland, who was a Kenny 4 girl, is

one of these students. Her gown is inspired by aspects of the sea for her

client who is going to wear it in a dance and vocal production.

Many complex processes can be seen

using materials including polyester

satin, chiffon, sequins and a striking

laser cut vinyl bodice and sleeves.

We wish all the girls the best and wouldn’t be surprised if we hear their

names in the fashion industry in the future.

Ms Jenny Hart

Kenny Learning Team Leader.

TSSM SEPTEMBER HOLIDAY

VCE EXAM PREPARATION PROGRAM

Venue: PAC and Library

Sessions start at 9.00am and finish at 6.00 pm

TSSM Study Session Dates

Subject Maximum Student numbers Date

Business Management 40 23 September

Further Maths 80 24 September

Legal Studies 40 25 September

Health 80 26 September

Psychology 40 27 September

English 100 30 September

Maths Methods 40 1 October

Biology 40 2 October

Chemistry 40 3 October

Physical Education 40 3 October

Physics 40 4 October

Outdoor Education 40 4 October

Mr Patrick Mulcahy

Assistant Principal (8768 1000)

[email protected]


YEAR 11 CROSS COUNTRY SKI CAMP

On the 21st of August through to the 23rd of August, my Outdoor Education class as well as Mr Lees’ class headed

to Marysville for our Year 11 Ski Camp. We stayed at Camp Marysville in little cabins. There we had plenty of time

for a few intense games of Four Square (not that I stayed in very long).Our cabins were approximately a 40

minute drive up to Lake Mountain.

When we first started skiing we were all like baby giraffes learning to walk. It was very funny! We all had some

brutal stacks on the snow, but it was hilarious to watch everyone fall over or face plant. Mitch,the ski instructor

thought Chelsea was pretty hilarious as she couldn’t stand up right for more than 20 seconds at a time. By the end

of the day we were all exhausted, but had a beautiful trip back down the mountain to Camp Marysville.

The camp food was awesome; we had roasted vegetable salad and butter chicken on the first night and spaghetti

and meatballs the second.

The following day was much colder on the mountain as we had a lot of wind and rain to contend with. It was still

enjoyable to put into practice the skills that we had learnt the previous day. Altogether, the location was beautiful

and it was great to spend some time with some wonderful people and make some lasting memories.

Hannah Giffin

Student

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LIBRARY NEWS In August Berwick Secondary College hosted the program ‘Keys Please’ for all year 10

students.

Part of this program is an online parent resource called ‘Lessons from the Road’. This

resource provides tips and information for supervising drivers. There are 8 programs of

approximately 5 minutes each which can be accessed through Clickview Online. All

students have been provided with their logon details.

We would encourage students and parents of learner drivers to view these programs as part of the learning to

drive process.

The web address to access this resource is: http://online.clickview.com.au


YEAR 8 HIGH ACHIEVER PROGRAM EXCURSION

In an effort to challenge and engage year 8 students in the High Achiever Program (HAP) they recently completed

an interdisciplinary unit on disasters.

The students covered various topics:

• In Maths students studied relevant statistics such as survivors in the Hindenburg disaster

• Students studied weather patterns in Science and conducted experiments based on convection currents

in fluids and condensation

• In English the group viewed the film Titanic and were able to choose from a range of creative and

research-based activities

• During History students looked into the black plague, one of the most devastating pandemics in human

history

On Wednesday 11th September students visited IMAX viewing Forces of Nature 2D and Tornado Alley 3D. These

documentaries focused on natural disasters and the impact of these disasters upon people and places.

We hope students enjoyed the unit!

Ms Bree Hudson

Hollows Learning Team

WHAT’S BEEN HAPPENING IN APPLIED LEARNING?

YEAR 9 APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAM

Since visiting the RSPCA site in Burwood late last term, the year 9

Applied Learning Students have raised $250 for the RSPCA Victoria.

The students baked and decorated their own cupcakes during their

Personal Development subject and sold the cupcakes to teachers

and students in their own time.


WHAT’S BEEN HAPPENING IN APPLIED LEARNING?....cont

On the RSPCA excursion students were able to see first-hand the work

RSPCA does for our community. They were able to hold, pat and feed

cats, dogs and farm animals and they listened to a presentation on how

they can help end animal cruelty.

The students had completed a detailed assignment on the RSPCA prior

to the excursion and have complemented their understanding with the

site visit and fundraising for the charity

YEAR 10 PRECAL In order to complete their Instructional Writing Competency for

Literacy, PRECAL students were asked to create a recipe and write

detailed instructions on how to complete the meal.

The class then travelled to the Dandenong Market to purchase their

produce and prepared their meal in class that afternoon to eat. This

task was integrated with Personal Development competencies such

as working in a team to complete a task, complementing the unit on

healthy eating and nutrition.

Some groups cooked some very tasty creations and hopefully they

may replicate them for their families.

YEAR 11 VCAL

Students in Intermediate VCAL have continued their partnerships with local primary schools completing more

tabloid sport fun days with Berwick Lodge, Beaconsfield and Upper Beaconsfield Primary Schools. The students

worked in teams to create fun and engaging minor games and activities for the primary school students to

complete in an afternoon of fun and fitness for all students. The primary school teachers and I thank the students

for their effort and enthusiasm, and the VCAL Personal Development staff who have worked hard to make these

events happen.

YEAR 12 VCAL

Our year 12 Senior VCAL students have been working on

biographies in Literacy this term. To complement this unit,

groups of students travelled to Villa Maria in Berwick on

Monday afternoons with their teacher Mrs Anne Osborne.

The students made cakes and scones for afternoon tea with

some of the residents and took cards and small board games to

play with them. This gave the students the opportunity to have

an informal chat as research for their biography. Karleigh

Phillps also entertained the group with a short piano recital.

Other Senior VCAL students worked at the sausage sizzle on Election Day at the school. I would like to thank Mr

Gary Black and Ms Cheryl Madden for their time and effort on this day.


HOLLOWS WEEK!

Learning teams were named after people that had made a difference in various fields. Our team was named for

Fred Hollows to recognise the wonderful difference that he made to so many.

A very important part of being involved in a learning team at Berwick Secondary College is the community service

aspect. In 2009 Learning Team Hollows launched the Change for Change Appeal which aimed to raise money for

The Fred Hollows Foundation.

We made a pledge that we would raise at least $125 each year in an effort to change the lives of 5 people through

the hard work of the Fred Hollows Foundation. This year we raised $318.30 – meaning that we are going to play a

part on changing the lives of at least 12 people!

We have a fabulous group of students who donated their time and ingredients to bake a morning tea for staff.

Thanks must also go to those students that helped out with our wonderful home group activity, for selling sweet

treats and for helping to count the money!

Thank you especially to:

• Tim Mashado

• Amy Rae

• Jayson West

• Jade Billing-Smith

• Mitch Jeffery

• Ntear Curry

• Josey Erickson-Pintaudi

• Nissa Lai

• Lani Richardson

• Brooke Mulvaney

• Aaron Weber

• Kayla Weber

• James Atkins

• Daniel Bechaz

• Amy Depasquale

• Erin Hudson

• Beth Thompson

• Natalie Pieczonka

• MaddiMulvaney

• Matt Christou

• Dom Carrubba

• TaylarGard

• Sam Parry

We are so grateful that we get to work with such a caring and wonderful group of students in Hollows!

Ms Bree Hudson and

Ms Sally Mitchell

Hollows Learning Team


This year, O’Donoghue Day is….

Pyjama/Onesie Day!!

WHEN: Thursday November 7th

The O’Donoghue team is raising funds for the Melbourne City Mission as well as organising a clothing drive to help those in need.

So come to school in your favourite pair of PJ’s or aOnesie and bring a gold coin donation OR an item of clothing to donate to Melbourne City Mission.

Miss Greenstreet, Miss Edwards and the O’Donoghue Learning Team

O’DONOGHUE DAY


BERWICK TO BROADWAY!

Our show is fast approaching and, so far, it is shaping up to be a fabulous and entertaining

performance.

The Primary School show on the Wednesday night has already sold out and tickets for the other two

shows are selling fast.

Start spreading the word to friends and family so they do not miss out on tickets!

HURRY……….Tickets are limited!

Tickets go on sale:

To the Cast and Crew: 7th October (First day back of Term 4) To the Public: 21st October

COST: Family $15 (Two adult and up to Two children),

Adult $7,

Child/Student $3

Tickets will be available on Monday’s at lunchtime and Wednesday’s after school from the

Performing Arts Centre.

REMINDER:

• There will be TWO performances held on November 14th and 15th at the Performing Arts

Centre at Berwick Secondary College.

• Cast members will need to arrive at 5pm sharp on both nights for a 7pm show.

• Make-up will be done for cast members on both nights.

• Students will need to do their own hair.

Cast members please remember; to make a good show, we need your commitment.

Please make sure you come to ALL rehearsals and if you cannot make it let Miss Quenette or Miss

Manning know.

Hope to see you all there!

Miss Melissa Quenette

Humanities and Performing Arts Teacher


CAREER NEWS

As part of our ongoing relationship with Edrington Park

Childcare Centre and Kindergarten, students in Certificate II

Community Services visited the Centre to celebrate Book

Week. Students read their favourite childhood stories to the

children and produced a photobook at the end of the trip.

We look forward to more projects with Edrington Park.

Mrs Alison Birkett

Careers, VET and Business Partnerships Leader

Student: Hope Shipston

The RSPCA Education Centre in Burwood East offers programs for secondary school students who are

considering a career working with animals.

Costs:$100.00 for new members (includes 12 month RSPCA membership)$90.00 for existing members

Visit http://www.rspcavic.org/services/education/holiday-programs/youth-holiday-program for more information

about any of our programs.


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Study VCE Dance

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With a qualified registered provider.

Courses available at multiple locations:

Drouin Secondary College

Trafalgar High School

The National Theatre Ballet School, St. Kilda

Berwick – Suzie Ryries school of Dance

All above venues are Open Classes available to students from

any dance studio.

• Successful completion enables credit for up to 4 VCE units to the VCE Certificate.

• Students can study VCE &/or VET Dance over years 10&11 or years 11&12.

• Students continue technique classes with their studio teacher

Program Length:2 years Commencement of program will be dependent on adequate student numbers for enrolment.

Contact: VCE Dance

Mrs Karen Crump Phone: 5626 7111 Email: [email protected] VET Dance Ms Deb Gentle at Drouin Secondary College Phone: 5625 1002 or Mrs Kerrie Wainwright Email: [email protected]

Web site: www:vcedance.com.au



English Homework club Each Wednesday there is additional support for students in English. This ‘club’ runs from3.30 to 4.15pm in the

College Library.

Students from all year levels are welcome. It may be assistance with homework, a quiet place to study or

consolidation of work from class.

On Monday nights there is continued support for senior students after school, in F block.

We hope that this gives all students at Berwick Secondary College a chance to improve their English skills with

this additional support from our English domain team.

Mr Spencer Davenport Assistant Principal

DO YOU NEED HELP WITH LEGAL STUDIES? HISTORY?

COMMERCE? OR GEOGRAPHY?

Look no further!

Miss Greenstreet and Miss Mitchell

are here to help!!!

Every Monday afternoon from 3:30pm-4:45pm Miss Mitchell and Miss Greenstreet

are available in B4 to assist any student who needs help with their school work for Humanities subjects!!

Maybe you just need a quiet place to study, extra help, or need time to finish off a case study, mapping task or

research assignment!! We will be on hand to assist you with anything you need!

Computers and all Humanities resources are available to use!

Subjects offered include Legal Studies, History, Geography, and Commerce!

No need to pre-arrange a time or date to come, just turn up!!!

Hope to see you there!!! ☺

All enquires to Miss Greenstreet in F10 or Miss Mitchell in C1s.


LOOKING FOR A MATHS TUTOR?

Mrs Stephanie Merchant in the Berwick Secondary College Maths Office has contact details of Maths tutors for all

year levels. (Telephone: 8768 1029)

After school Maths sessions are also held at the College on Monday nights in A12 from 3.30 to

4.15pm for students who would like some extraassistance.

CAR PARKING ……waiting for your child to finish school

Could parents please be mindful of the rights of our neighbours when parking while waiting for their child to finish

school? It has been reported that parents have been parking across driveways particularly in Clover Close and Valda

Close.

Please be reminded that all students should be dropped off and picked up at the lower parking area, near the Leisure

Centre.

At time parents drop students off at the top staff car park. This area is unsafe as a drop off point due to staff parking,

the restricted area available and the fact that delivery vehicles need to access this area. Some drivers have been

observed attempting U turns, which can be very dangerous.

Please observe all advisory signs.

Mr Mark Woodbridge Assistant Principal


Beaconsfield Tennis Club

Car Raffle

The Beaconsfield Tennis Club is raising money

through a car raffle to match a grant to

upgrade courts. The club gives our school

tennis program great support, so if you are

interested in supporting them, please

consider purchasing a ticket to win a brand

new car!


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