The last two weeks of Semester One are some of the busiest in the school year with an array of activities in place to compliment class based learning. In the last two weeks alone Mooroolbark College our students have been involved in:
- Year 7 Wellbeing and Resilience workshops
- Year 8 Yarra Valley Tech School excursions
- Year 9 Pathways Day at Box Hill Institute
- Year 9 City9 Experience
- Year 10 Work Experience
- Year 10 Central Australia Tour
- Year 11 Pathways Day with representation from many local tertiary institutions
- Year 12 Social – always a highlight of the year for Year 12 students
In Term 3, the incredible opportunities that Mooroolbark College offer to students continue. We have the annual Performing Arts Camp, the Production “Footloose” playing at the Karralyka Theater, course selection and SPIN (Senior Pathways Information Night) for students in enrolled in years 9 to 12 in 2026 all occurring in the first half of Term 3.
The start of Term 3 is always an exciting time as students across years 9 and 10 change into new electives and years 7 and 8 rotate their Arts and Technology subjects. The holiday period is a good opportunity to audit school supplies for the beginning of term 3. In addition, the canteen also stock stationery and white socks which can be purchased by students. Our whole school classroom rules are based on our college values.
- Endeavour – I bring the correct equipment to all classes
This requires students to have the 4 Ps for learning (personal device, planner, pencil case – fully stocked and paper – exercise book/folder and loose leaf) at every lesson. - Respect – I speak with polite and kind language.
- Resilience – I have a go at all tasks to the best of my ability.
Some classes will have additional requirements that are subject specific.
Staff Changes
The following staff have either recently gone on leave from Mooroolbark College or will be going on well deserved leave at the end of the term.
Kelly Ayton – Curriculum Support Leader – on behalf of the College community I wish Kelly all the best in her new position. Savita Frijlink and Ryan Exon are currently on leave. Sarah Rosendale, Stephanie Todd and Rachel Farrell are all going on leave early in Term 3 and we wish them all the best.
Joining us in Term 3 we have the following staff:
Stacey Redmen – Curriculum Support Leader
Holly Payne – PE/Heath/VCE-VM
Trent Ashton – Science/VCE-VM
Richard Friswell – Maths
Jennifer Roache – Health and Baan Pathways
Hayley Cook – Learning Mentor – Baan
Values Awards
Congratulations to all students who received a values award (Endeavour, Resilience, Compassion or Respect) during Semester One. Parents and students will notice that these are Green Chronicle entries on a students Compass. Receiving 5 merits in anyone category is an achievement to be proud of. Additionally several students have achieved Principal Awards (demonstrating all 4 College values) during the Semester congratulations to these students.
Communicating Key Dates
Please ensure you are logging on regularly to Compass and checking the newsfeed. Every two weeks there is a post for parents/guardians listing key up coming events. This is important to ensure you know what is happening in the school life of your child. You will note that the first day of Term 3 is a professional learning day for staff and students commence classes on Tuesday 22nd July.
Uniform
Scarfs are important for keeping warm in the winter months, however, please be aware black, navy blue, bottle green or Douglas Tartan (same as school skirt) are the only approved uniform items. If students have facial piercings (except a small earring), they must be clear and without significant protruding parts. Please assist the College by ensuring your child is in correct school uniform for the first day of Term 3.
I wish everyone, a safe and warm holiday and hope all families and staff enjoy quality time during this period.
Ann Stratford
PRINCIPAL
