College Principal report
Amy Porter
END OF YEAR
After two uncertain, COVID filled years, I know that many families will be keen to get away at the end of the year. In order to assist you with timing your holidays and festive season plans please see the information about the end of the year below.
Head-start - please note that we will be running Head-start for all students in Years 8-12 (2023 groups) until December 9th. During Head-start we commence the teaching and learning for the following year, it is really important that students attend, particularly those taking Units 1-4 of the VCE/VCE- VM or Year 12 VCAL.
| 2022 Year Level | Head-start Year Level |
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| Year 7 | Year 8 |
| Year 8 | Year 9 |
| Year 9 | Year 10 |
| Year 10 | Year 11 |
| Year 11 | Year 12 |
END OF YEAR EXAMS
7 Nov Revision and exam prep in class 7-11 | 8 Nov Revision and exam prep in class 7-11 | 9 Nov Revision and exam prep in class 7-11
| 10 Nov Revision and exam prep in class 7-11 | 11 Nov Year 10 and 11 exams commence PAT Testing 7-9 commences |
14 Nov Exams Years 8-11
PAT Testing Years 7-9
| 15 Nov Exams Years 8-11
PAT Testing Years 7-9 | 16 Nov Exams Years 8-11
PAT Testing Years 7-9 | 17 Nov Year 9 Farewell Assembly Year 11 Exams
Catch up - PAT Testing
| 18 Nov Year 10 AGAT - all year 10s (9am-12pm)
Curriculum Day for Staff marking and reporting - No 7-9 or Year 11 classes Redemption day for students who have not completed ALTs/SACs |
| Year 7 Exams = English and Maths in Class – 1 double each | ||||
HEAD-START 2022 into 2023
21 Nov Head-start | 22 Nov Head-start | 23 Nov Head-start | 24 Nov Head-start | 25 Nov Head-start
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28 Nov Head-start |
29 Nov Head-start |
30 Nov Head-start |
1 Dec Head-start |
2 Dec Head-start
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YEAR 9 (2022) CAMP – No classes for Year 9 PAT TESTING OF NEW STUDENTS | Head-start Year 9 (2022) at school | Head-start Year 9 (2022) at school | ||
5 Dec Head-start |
6 Dec Head-start |
7 Dec Head-start |
8 Dec Head-start |
9 Dec Head-start Last day of classes (2023) Year 10, 11 & 12 |
12 Dec Grade 6 State Wide orientation Day 1
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13 Dec Grade 6 State Wide orientation Day 2
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14 Dec (2023) Year 8 & 9 Activity Day and Year 9 last day
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15 Dec (2023) Year 8 activity day and last day | 16
STUDENT FREE Teacher Professional Practice Day
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Victorian Global Learning Awards
It is with great pride that I inform the school community that Naomi Derrick was a finalist in the Homestay Family of the Year Award. Naomi, her son Toby, Doanvy Roberts (International Student Program Director), three students and I attended the awards ceremony on Friday 17th June 2022 . Naomi was awarded a commendation by the selection committee and we couldn't have been more proud. Naomi is an excellent representative for our school and the homestay community. Naomi and her son Toby have been a homestay family with Sandy College since August 2019. Her warm cheerful personality has always made students feel comfortable and at home. Throughout the lockdown periods, she encouraged and supported our students to focus on their studies. Students staying with Naomi felt that she was there for them when they most needed it. One of Naomi's students from 2021 is still living with her as he transitions to full time university study.
Homestay is an important part of our International Program. The program is managed by College staff and our focus is on placing short term, or long term stay, students in a caring and supportive home. Our homestays come in all shapes and sizes - families, empty nesters, single people and retirees. Homestay involves hosting a student for 6 months, 12 months or 2 years (VCE students). Students come from all over the world - Italy, France, Belgium, Cambodia, China, Vietnam, Thailand. Many homestay families develop long and lasting connections with their students. Homestay parents also receive financial payment for hosting a student to cover food, bills etc.
If you or someone you know is interested in taking part in hosting an international student from our school we would love to hear from you. Please contact the College 8599 0500 and ask to speak to Doanvy Roberts.
Staff Changes
Alex Bogue – Mathematics
Alex is a graduate teacher from QLD who has moved to Victoria to be closer to family
Lev Szilagyi – English
Lev is an experienced English teacher who has moved into the local area. Lev previously taught at Reservoir College.
Jason Moore – Steam/Digital Technology
Jason comes to us after having worked in the private system and in the USA.
Louise Rogers – Mental Health Practitioner
Louise is a trained social worker and joins us from the state primary education sector.
Jack Tye - Classroom support
Jack is a former student currently studying a Politics degree at Monash University
Staff Leaving the College
Marianna Hoult – Mathematics
Chelsea Quake – Digital Technologies
Barbara Tulloch – Mathematics/French
Adam Horsfall - English
I would like to acknowledge both Barbara Tulloch and Marianna Hoult who have left our school after many years of dedicated service.
Barbara Tulloch
Barbara had planned to retire this year but returned to support our students in mathematics as part of the Tutor Initiative. Barb was well loved by the students as an outstanding teacher of mathematics and French. Barb also mentored many graduate teachers over her time at the College and was extremely generous with her time and support.
Barbara Tulloch
Barbara Tulloch
Marianna Hoult
Marianna and her husband are retiring to the west of state and this has made it impossible for her to continue to work at the College. Marianna has worked at Sandringham College for 15 years. She has been a valued member of the mathematics department and a committed classroom teacher.
Marianna Hoult
Marianna Hoult
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