Library Corner

Term 2 has begun with a flourish. ANZAC Day was commemorated during a school assembly on Wednesday 24th April and was supported by a display of books, posters and militaria in the Library. Students had the opportunity to try on an army greatcoat and to explore gear which was on loan through the generosity of staff member Mr John Tserkezidis.

The Book Club has held its first meeting this term and students enjoyed a book buying excursion to Readings (State Library Victoria store) in Week 3. Club members chose one or two books each for the library collection. This is a marvellous way to encourage and thank the students who explore the world of literature, and are willing to share critiques and other insights with their peers during our fortnightly meetings. Aimee (10A), Chhavi (10A) and Freya (8C) no longer attend the Club and their contributions will be sorely missed. There is plenty of room for new members - all welcome.

The Library Monitors enjoyed a morning tea just before the holidays during which we presented  awards to Anjana (8G) and Charlee (8G). Congratulations and a very big thank you to these students and to all members of this year’s Library Monitors group for their efforts in helping to prepare events, keeping the space neat and tidy, and assisting other students in the library.

The Victorian Premier’s Reading Challenge was launched last month and many students are participating. An added bonus for 2019 is a new and exciting opportunity for secondary students. Enter the PRC Readers’ Review Competition to win a prize pack of free books and a visit to Penguin Publishing House in Melbourne. Entries opened Wednesday 24th April and close on Saturday 6th July. A link is available on the Library’s Online catalogue (Web OPAC) at https://library.gec.vic.edu.au

We hope everyone has an enjoyable term 2 and look forward to continued student patronage of the Library and Homework Help.

Library Opening Hours:

Monday to Thursday 8:30am to 4:30pm

Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm

The library is open at Recess to Year 12 students and Library Monitors only

Lunchtime opening from 1:00pm onwards (Closed to general access during the fortnightly Book Club meetings)

Homework Help:

Tuesdays and Wednesdays after school, 3:15pm to 4:30pm

Sherri Michael

College Librarian