Principal Report

As the school year draws to a close, I would like to thank everyone for their ongoing support of the College as we continue to strive for excellence to ensure our students have the best possible educational outcomes.  This year has been an exciting one for the College with the announcement of the $7 million building program which will being in 2019. 

I would like to wish all our students, parents, teachers and community members a very happy Christmas and a safe New Year and look forward to seeing you at the beginning of the 2019 academic year.

AWARDS NIGHT
I am looking forward to the Annual College Awards Night on Wednesday 19th December being held at the Karralyka Centre in Ringwood.  Invitations to recipients will be available on Compass next week.

END OF YEAR PROGRAM
The End of Year Program is an opportunity for all students from Year 7 to 10 to enjoy a range of activities, which will improve their personal development skills  Even if you haven’t signed up for one of the fantastic excursions there are great activities at the College.  I encourage all students to be involved and enjoy the End of Year Program.

Alternative attendance requirements:

Monday 10th December to enable Year 8 and 9 Course Confirmation.

Tuesday 11th December – Only school leaders and students assisting with Orientation Day for Year 7 (2019) are required to be at school during this day.

Wednesday 12th December – Students are not required at school on this day unless they are attending the Zoo Picnic.

EXAMS
I would like to congratulate all the Year 10 and 11 students for completing their exams.  This is an important stepping stone for students and it also a terrific learning experience for all involved.

VALEDICTORY DINNER

On Friday 23rd November, we said our final goodbyes to our Year 12 students.  The Valedictory Dinner was a wonderful night where each individual was recognised for their time at the College.

Congratulations to the following students who received Awards on the night.

Specialist Maths Joshua MacKay  
Chemistry Karl Voight  
Mathematics Methods    Joshua MacKay  
Further Mathematics    Megan O'Rorke  
Biology    Ally McNabb  
Psychology    Kellie Stevens (Yr 11) 
Physics Iliya Toghai  
English Megan O'Rorke  
Literature    Kiara Price  (Yr 11)  
Accounting   Jarryd Chapman  
Business Management   Megan O'Rorke  
History revolutions Brandon Vanderlinde (Yr 11)
Legal Studies    Anja Siljander  
Studio Arts    Mikaelah Libbis  
Media Mikaelah Libbis  
Visual Communication Design  Mikaelah Libbis  
Music Performance Drew Hill  
Food Studies Stephanie DeVinceentis  
IT: Computing Kristopher Chapman (Yr 11) 
Physical Education    Jack Schofield (Yr 11) 
Health and Human Development Jemma Dunham  
Outdoor and Environmental Studies  Taylah McCowan (Yr 11) 
VCAL A Aaron Fraser  
VCAL B Riley Edwards  

CALTEX ALL-ROUNDER AWARD
The Caltex All-rounder is awarded to the student who has contributed to the College and who has demonstrated our values of Excellence, High Standards and Success.

We congratulate Tiani Welch-Phillips on being this year’s winner.

PTCA
I would like to thank the PTCA for the wonderful support they have given to our students over the past year.  The members under the leadership of Peter Philips has enabled the College to purchase a number of resources to support our educational program including a significant investment in the College’s fitness track which will be installed in the new year, musical equipment and bike education equipment.

YEAR 7 2019 ORIENTATION DAY
Our Orientation Day for our new Year 7 2019 students is on Tuesday 11th December.  This is an exciting day when we get to welcome our new Year 7s.  In advance, I would like to thank our Friendship Ambassadors for being part of this special day.

BEGINNING OF 2019
The College has two Professional Development days at the beginning of 2019; they will be on Tuesday 29th January and Wednesday 30th January.

Students in Year 7, 11 & 12 will commence on Thursday 31st January 2019

Years 8, 9, 10 students commence on Friday 1st February 2019. 

VCAL students commence on Monday 4th February 2019.

COLLEGE PHOTOS
In 2019 the College photos will be taken on Monday 11th February 2019.
More information will be sent to families early next year.

REPORTS
Parents/Guardians can access reports through Compass from 3.00pm on Friday 21st December 2018.

Ann Stratford

School Captain

Captain Profile Questions - Caitlin Wylie

Middle School Red house Captain 

What do you hope to achieve this year in your role?

This year I would like to achieve more confidence in my public speaking abilities.

Who is a leader that you admire and why do you admire them?

I admire my instructor at Bukido karate, Grant Banister. He is a 5 Dan Black Belt who has helped various ages overcome challenges whether they are karate involved or from outside.

What are some of your goals for the future?

My goals in the future include trying out for the army for a role as a commando or an instructor. Also to get high grades in my schooling.

Final sentence for readers.

“some people believe good things come to those who wait.”….. NOT ME, I believe good things come to those who go out and make it happen!

Duke of ED Wilson Prom Qualifying Journey 2018

On Monday 29 Oct to Wednesday 31 Oct, the 2018 Duke team completed their qualifying journey at Wilsons Prom (the most beautiful part of Victoria). Greeted by great weather we saw so much resilience and respect for the environment and out team. We all completed the 16km hike twice – on day 2 and 3. Congratulations to all and thanks to Mr VK, Jade Hubben, Caitlyn Adams and Brooke Smith who came to support and completed every part of the Journey.

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Needed - Second hand uniforms

At Mooroolbark College, we maintain a second hand uniform supply, which we use to support any families who require assistance.

Each year we help dozens of very appreciative Mooroolbark College families with free second hand uniforms from this supply.

Unfortunately, our stock is running low and this is the time of the year when we have the most demand with new Year 7s getting ready for 2019.

If any families have good quality second hand uniform that are no longer needed then we would love to find a new home for it.

Simply drop it off in a bag to General Office.

John Nichol
Student Welfare Coordinator

What’s happening at Mooroolbark College

A group of Year 6 students enjoyed visits to Mooroolbark College where their technology talents were shining. Sphero’s were used to create artistic masterpieces. The students also enjoyed cooking and eating delicious muffins. I think all are looking forward to joining us next year.

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Literacy Celebration

On Tuesday 27th November, we celebrated the excellent progress that these Year 7 and 8 students have made this year. It has been a pleasure to work with them and they should be proud of their achievements.

Sarah Garnaut
Literacy Coordinator

Sue Lawson Author Visit

Recently, Mooroolbark College welcomed accomplished author Sue Lawson who shared her amazing insights with some very captivated students. Sue is an award winning of such novels as Pan’s Whisper, Freedom Ride and You Don’t Even Know.  During her presentation, students discovered the benefit of warming up, the importance of a character’s voice, how open writing encourages ideas and the value of selective editing. All expressing their creative flair and imagination during the fun and informative sessions.

Matthew Neil-Holland
Library Coordinator

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Aspire Graduation

This week marks the completion of the ASPIRE program by our current Year 9 ASPIRE class. They have worked extremely hard throughout their time in the program, always showing great endeavour to do their best.

As a group, they reminisced on our favourite activities the program has provided, while also reflecting on the learning journey they have taken as a class. We wish them all the best for their future and are extremely proud of the amount that are accelerating a VCE subject and completing Advance Mathematics next year! Well done to all!

James Taylor
ASPIRE Co-ordinator
Mathematics KLA Head

Calendar Term Four 2018

College Office Hours

College Office Hours

MONDAY- THURSDAY: 8.15AM- 4.00PM

FRIDAY 8.15AM- 3.30PM

Calendar

2018 TERM FOUR

December

7            Newsletter

9-14       West Coast Tour

10          Yr 8-9 (2019) course confirmation 11- 7pm

10-21     End of Year program

10-14     S.A. Heritage Tour

11          Yr 7 (2019) Orientation Day
11          Council meeting 7pm

19          AWARDS NIGHT

BEGINNING OF 2019
The College has two Professional Development days at the beginning of 2019; they will be on Tuesday 29th January and Wednesday 30th January.

Students in Year 7, 11 & 12 will commence on Thursday 31st January 2019

Years 8, 9, 10 students commence on Friday 1st February 2019. 

VCAL students commence on Monday 4th February 2019.

COLLEGE PHOTOS
In 2019 the College photos will be taken on Monday 11th February 2019.
More information will be sent to families early next year.

Community Circle

Mooroolbark College is committed to supporting our local community. Please see below for our community notices:

Mooroolbark Soccer Club
Kayak PaddleBall
Danielle Sargent Photography

 Mooroolbark Soccer Club

MSC are having their Registration Day on Sunday 9th of December from 10.00am to 2.00pm.

We are a community club with students from your school playing in junior teams.  The club focusses heavily on developing our juniors and is run entirely by dedicated volunteers.

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Kayak PaddleBall

Paddle Victoria – the State Sporting Association for paddling in Victoria are working on developing a new water sport game called Kayak PaddleBall.

They are looking for teenagers – mixed gender from ages 14-17 to come and participate in a trial of the game at Lillydale Lake on Sunday 9th December at 4.30pm.
No paddling experience is required, no charge involved, all equipment provided and a free sausage sizzle will be provided at the lake for the participants.

Check out their new Kayak PaddleBall Game – designed just for teenagers
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=StxG994cDZs

Danielle Sargent Photography

Looking for a photographer to capture special memories of the family, newborn, glamour, portfoilio or event?  Contact Danielle Sargent 

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