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www.maffrasc.vic.edu.au I (03) 5147 1790 I Bill Cane Ct, Maffra, 3860 Newsletter Items: [email protected] Attendance SMS: 0419 345 857 Maffra Secondary College More than you imagine Principal’s Report Principal’s Report Upcoming Events October 2017 16 th – 20 th Personal Best Camp 18 th – 20th Year 8 Camp 23 rd VCAL Information Night (CFA) 23 rd – 24 th Year 11 O/E Bushwalk 24 th VCAL Information Night (Projects) 31 st Year 7 Immunisation November 2017 1 st Year 12 Exams Commence 20 th Year 9 - 11 Exams Commence School Council Meeting Tuesday 17 th October Parents’ Club Meeting Wednesday 8 th November 7.00pm in the Staff Room All Welcome Welcome back for Term 4. We’ve had a fantastic start, with everyone refreshed from the break and enjoying the spring weather. Our Year 12s are at the pointy end of their schooling, with VCE students working hard to prepare for their upcoming exams. I spoke to the VCE students this morning, to empahsise the point that there is only a matter of weeks to go, and all of their time and energy should be invested in practice examinations and getting feedback and support from their teachers. When it’s all over in a month’s time, they’ll be all the more satisfied knowing they gave it their best effort. School Review Every four years schools undergo a review process, where previous and current performance is evaluated, and a strategic plan is made to drive the next four years. Our review occurred this week, supported by experts from the Deaprtment of Education and local principals, who all work to support and challenge us in how we do things. There is much to celebrate about our college. From the vibrant and positive feeling as you walk around and visit classes, to the extensive range of opportunities our students are offered. Adopting a growth mindset, we believe however there are always areas for us to improve in. We have had conversations about high expectatoins of learning across our college, and increasing the focus on academic rigour. We believe there’s great opportunity for our students to have a greater voice in the school, not just in regards to student leadership of lunch time activities, but in our core business – teaching and learning. Students were invited into the review process to give feedback to the panel about our school, and it was a highlight of the day for us all. Indeed, at the end of the day our students are why we do what we do, and why we exist as a school. We know that while our students enjoy coming to school and feel well supported by staff, the best gift we can give them in their time here is a high quality educatoin backed up by strong learning results and outcomes. The review process continues over the next few weeks as we develop our next strategic plan – I look forward to sharing more information with you as it emerges. Adam Hogan, Principal School Newsletter: October 2017 Edition Ph. 5147 1790

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www.maffrasc.vic.edu.au I (03) 5147 1790 I Bill Cane Ct, Maffra, 3860

Newsletter Items: [email protected] Attendance SMS: 0419 345 857

Maffra Secondary College

More than you imagine

Principal’s Report

Principal’s Report

Upcoming Events

October 2017

16th – 20th Personal Best Camp

18th – 20th Year 8 Camp

23rd VCAL Information Night (CFA)

23rd – 24th Year 11 O/E Bushwalk

24th VCAL Information Night

(Projects)

31st Year 7 Immunisation

November 2017

1st Year 12 Exams Commence

20th Year 9 - 11 Exams Commence

School Council Meeting

Tuesday 17th October

Parents’ Club Meeting

Wednesday 8th November

7.00pm in the Staff Room

All Welcome

Welcome back for Term 4. We’ve had a

fantastic start, with everyone refreshed

from the break and enjoying the spring

weather.

Our Year 12s are at the pointy end of

their schooling, with VCE students

working hard to prepare for their

upcoming exams. I spoke to the VCE

students this morning, to empahsise the

point that there is only a matter of

weeks to go, and all of their time and

energy should be invested in practice

examinations and getting feedback and

support from their teachers. When it’s all

over in a month’s time, they’ll be all the

more satisfied knowing they gave it their

best effort.

School Review

Every four years schools undergo a

review process, where previous and

current performance is evaluated, and a

strategic plan is made to drive the next

four years.

Our review occurred this week,

supported by experts from the

Deaprtment of Education and local

principals, who all work to support and

challenge us in how we do things.

There is much to celebrate about our

college. From the vibrant and positive

feeling as you walk around and visit

classes, to the extensive range of

opportunities our students are offered.

Adopting a growth mindset, we believe

however there are always areas for us to

improve in. We have had conversations

about high expectatoins of learning

across our college, and increasing the

focus on academic rigour. We believe

there’s great opportunity for our

students to have a greater voice in the

school, not just in regards to student

leadership of lunch time activities, but

in our core business – teaching and

learning.

Students were invited into the review

process to give feedback to the panel

about our school, and it was a

highlight of the day for us all. Indeed,

at the end of the day our students are

why we do what we do, and why we

exist as a school. We know that while

our students enjoy coming to school

and feel well supported by staff, the

best gift we can give them in their

time here is a high quality educatoin

backed up by strong learning results

and outcomes.

The review process continues over the

next few weeks as we develop our

next strategic plan – I look forward to

sharing more information with you as

it emerges.

Adam Hogan, Principal

School Newsletter: October 2017 Edition

Ph. 5147 1790

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Senior Years Belinda Marshall

VCE Coordinator

Year 12

Written examinations commence on the 1st of November

for all students studying a Year 12 subject. All students have

received a VCAA booklet that included their timetable and

the rules and regulations. This information is also available

at http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/vce/exams/timetable.

aspx. All written examinations will be held at the Maffra

Memorial Hall. Students should arrive at least 15 minutes

prior to the commencement of exams. If you have any

questions regarding the exams please contact LaShay

Tricker or Belinda Marshall.

Valedictory will be held on the 22nd of November with

tickets available at the main office. At this early stage each

student is able to purchase 3 tickets (this includes a ticket

for the student). Additional tickets may be available at a

later date. The Senior School team will let students know as

soon as these become available. Alternatively they can add

their name to the waiting list at the front office.

VCE Results will be available for students on the 15th of

December.

Presentation Night will be held on the 19th of December,

where all students who were successful in achieving their

VCE, will receive their certificates.

Year 11

The year 12 camp for all 2018 Year 12 VCE students will be

held on November 29th to December 1st. This camp is

compulsory and students received a letter regarding camp

and payments in early August. If you require a copy of the

camp letter they are available via the Senior School office,

or by emailing [email protected]

The purpose of the camp is to prepare the students for the

demands and expectations of Year 12 and for them to

experience life as a university student.

The camp involves a range of sessions that focus on:

Careers and Pathways

Student leadership and self-leadership

Self-awareness and management

Preparing for Year 12 - Administration, Study, Self

Team Building

Cohort bonding

As well as specific subject based activities

The 2018 Year 12 Jumper design is almost finalised. In

order to receive the Jumpers on the first day of Term 1,

2018, students are required to pay a deposit of $50 before

the 16th of October 2017. The final payment of $35 is

required before the 11th of November 2017. Students are

required to submit their nickname to the Senior Years Team

before the 13th of October for approval. (Notes were sent

out last term)

Year 11 Exams will commence on the 20th of November.

v VCAL News

Veronica Hudson

VET/VCAL Coordinator

The last date of classes and submission of work for the

2017 VCAL students is November 8th. This allows time

for staff to complete marking and submit to the VASS

coordinator to allow for credits toward their VCAL

certificate. As the students have been advised many times,

ALL tasks need to be completed to the standard by the due

date or risk not attaining their certificate. Students can

undertake placement on Tuesdays until early December

and, where possible, week long placements can be arranged

through the school if the employer is agreeable.

2018 VCAL Information Nights are on

October 23rd- students undertaking CFA and October 24th –

students choosing Projects. These sessions have important

information for ALL VCAL students, even students who have

completed one year of VCAL already. Parents/ Guardians

and students who are unable to attend are requested to

organise a time to meet with the current VCAL coordinator.

Camp, work placement information and the structure of the

program will be discussed as well as costs for the year. If

you require further information, please contact me on

[email protected]

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Sport News

Sue Clancy

Year 10 Coordinator

Gippsland Athletics Carnival Congratulations – fantastic effort by the Maffra Secondary

Athletics Team! As a group we had a successful day with

everyone putting their best foot forward and displaying not

only enthusiastic participation but great sportsmanship as

well.

The following students are of particular note

- 3rd placegetters – Taj Threadgold (shot), Harry

Conway (jav)

- 2nd placegetters – Megan Maxfield (long jump,

100m & 200m), Harry Conway (shot), Jenna Ross

(javelin) Rohan Abbott (Triple jump & 200m) and

Max Hague (400m)

The following students progress to State as they won their

events

- Meaghan Wilson – hurdles and High jump –

congratulations on a new Gippsland record

- Megan Maxfield – triple jump

- Jenna Ross – discus

Also a big thank you to Rosemary Burn who officiated all

day at the long jump and to Emily Saddington, Jamie Lenne,

Taj Threadgold and Blade Johnson who assisted at long

jump.

A great effort!

Volleyball News Andrew McIntosh

Volleyball Coach

Maffra Secondary Students on

the National stage Maffra Secondary College was well represented during the

recent Australian Junior Volleyball Championships held in

Queensland over the school holidays. For a small rural

College, having seven players and four coaches with State

teams is a significant outcome. Over eight days Victorian

teams took on other States in three age groups, Under 15,

Under 17 and Under 19. Queensland had a phenomenal

tournament, winning Gold in all but one event. Victoria had

a stronger result than in previous years, winning five Silver

and five Bronze medals.

Bridie Williamson and Mikayla Underwood had the best

results from the local contingent, winning Silver medals in

the Under 15 Championship division and the Under 17

division 1 Girls teams respectively. Anthony Young, largely

responsible for the development of Volleyball in Maffra

since its inception in 2014, coached Mikayla’s team, ably

assisted by Hannah Bennett, an ex-Maffra student.

Darren Marks and Jack McIntosh represented Victoria in

Under 15 Division one and Under 19 championship division

respectively. Both teams struggled to record wins over the

tournament, being competitive but not able to consistently

put three strong sets together.

Another ex-student, Meg McIntosh, coached the Under 15

Girls Division one team which has three local players, Kalarni

White, Gabbie Walshe and Captain Jasmin Underwood. This

team surprised onlookers with a strong showing in the

round robin matches, winning 6 of 10 matches. This set

them up for a playoff for Bronze against South Australia,

with the girls going down in a very tense 4 set match 25-11,

24-26, 25-23 and 27-25.

Maffra Secondary

College students

representing

Victoria at the

Australian Junior

Volleyball

Championships.

Back left: Darren

Marks, Anthony

Young, Hannah

Bennett, Jack

McIntosh, Mikayla Underwood and Andrew McIntosh.

Front Left: Meg McIntosh, Gabbie Walshe, Jasmin Underwood,

Kalarni White and Bridie Williamson.

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Wellbeing

Kelly Duncan

Wellbeing Leader

Blores Hill bike ride – Boys Group

Students in Year 8 and 9 enjoying Boys Group with our Chaplin:

Gerald Abdoo.

The Wellbeing Team consists of the following members:

Kelly Duncan: Wellbeing Leader (full time)

Rochelle Salerman: Counsellor (Tues/ Wed)

Gerard Abdoo: Chaplain (Mon/ Tues)

Marieta Sears: School Nurse (Mon/ Tues/ Wed am)

Please contact us if you would like to speak about any

wellbeing issues, phone the office on 51471790 and ask to

be put through to Wellbeing.

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New girls shorts now available It is recommended to place an order as there is limited stock on hand

2017 Sports Uniform

SIZING CHART FOR NEW SPORTS UNIFORM

Polo's and

Track Jackets

4

6

8

10

12

14

16

Shorts &

Track

pants

4

6

8

10

12

14

16

To Fit Chest

Measuring: 60 64 68 75 80 86 90 To Fit Waist

Measuring:

56

58

60

62

64

66

70

Polo's and

Track Jackets

S M L XL 2XL 3XL

4XL

Shorts &

Track

pants

S M L XL 2XL

3XL 4XL

To Fit Chest

Measuring:

95

100

105

110

115

120

125

To Fit Waist

Measuring:

75

80

85

90

95

100

105

--------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------

MAFFRA SECONDARY COLLEGE

Student Name: ………………………………………………………………………………………

Sizes 8 10 12 14 16 S M L XL 2XL 3XL Unit

Price

TOTAL

PRICE

Sport Polo $50.00

Boy Sport Short $39.00

*NEW* Girl Sport

Short

$45.00

Track Top $90.00

Track Pants $60.00

Hat $10.00

TOTAL

Cash/Cheque accepted on day of collection

Eftpos available at main office prior to collection

All other school uniform items can be purchased from:

Stobies Mensland, Maffra

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Week Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri

16th Oct

-

20th Oct

Maureen Seno Maureen Seno Gareth Davies

HELP NEEDED

Kim Marchesi

Linda Cam

Kerry Flett

23rd Oct

-

27th Oct

Jessica Theodore Viv Johnstone Katrina Gravener Tracey Ryan

Cherie Walshe

HELP

NEEDED

30th Oct

-

3rd Nov

Jessica Theodore

Maureen Seno

Gareth Davies

Maureen Seno

Kate Steinmann

Ulrike Herzog Linda Cam

Brad Coridas

Kimberley Davies

6th Nov

-

10th Nov

Amy Semmens

Maureen Seno

MELBOURNE CUP

HOLIDAY

Emma Williamson

Kimberley Davies

Jessica Jorcobi

Maureen Seno

Julia Miller

HELP NEEDED

13th Nov

-

17th Nov

Sandra Dekkers

Tasmyn Lenn’e

Irene DeVisser

Fiona Channing

HELP

NEEDED

Kim Marchesi

Linda Cam

Kerry Flett

HELP NEEDED

Thank you again to all who take the time to help out in our Canteen. As the year is getting away from us and we are all busy, if you can see a day you can help out when needed please feel free to contact the office or myself as your help is

much appreciated. Thank you again to all the Volunteers. Please give Tracey a call on 51471790 if you would like to help out. Thank you. Tracey

2017 CANTEEN ROSTER

MAFFRA SECONDARY COLLEGE 2018 DEBUTANTE

PRESENTATION BALL

PAYMENTS

A Non-refundable payment of

$100 due by 20th October, 2017.

A second payment of $120 due by

10th November, 2017.

Full payments of $210 for boys & $100 for

girls will be due by 8th December, 2017.

PLEASE RETURN ALL FORMS AND

PAYMENTS ON TIME!

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World's Greatest Shave I'm taking part in the World's Greatest Shave for the Leukaemia

Foundation. Blood cancer claims more lives than breast cancer or

melanoma. And today another 35 people will be given the

devastating news they have leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma or

another blood disorder. My grandpa died of leukaemia, so I will be

supporting him and all the people who helped look after him.

This is the hair that I am

going to shave off for

leukaemia.

The shave is on the 16th

October at school.

My goal was to raise $500,

but the support has been

fantastic, and now I am well

on the way to raising

$1,000!

Please help me get there by hitting this link to sponsor me

http://my.leukaemiafoundation.org.au/angusneaves

If you would rather do something with your spare change...please

drop it into the donation box at the front office at school.

Please sponsor me to give Aussie families facing blood cancer the

emotional and practical support they need.

Please click Angus Neaves and sponsor me today.

Thank you to all the generous supporters!