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FRIDAY 1 AUGUST 2025          

PRINCIPALS' DAY 2025 & PARLIAMENTARY RECOGNITION || Today, we celebrate Principals' Day by recognising the outstanding leadership and dedication of our Principal, Stephen Bourbon, and our Assistant Principals, Deb Kirk, Sarah Keating and Acting Assistant Principal, Sean Leith. We also extend our sincerest gratitude to Peter Bartlett, who served as Acting Principal for Term 1 & 2 this year.

We are also honoured to have been acknowledged by Brad Rowsell, Member for Sandringham, in Parliament this week for our leadership team’s incredible contributions to Beaumaris Secondary College. 

“Today I wish to acknowledge a number of school principals in the Sandringham district. Being a teacher is a wonderful, wonderful vocation – it is an opportunity to plant the seed of inquiry into the hearts and minds of young people – but the vocation of principal is something just a little bit more special. I want to sincerely thank Debby Chaves, the foundation principal at Beaumaris Secondary College for her work. She has been there since before day one, playing a pivotal role in the establishment of the school’s strong culture and reputation. I want to acknowledge the interim principal Peter Bartlett for his contribution as interim principal. Peter led the school through a particularly challenging time, including the recent tragic methanol poisoning in Laos. I want to wish Stephen Bourbon, the newly appointed principal at Beaumaris Secondary College, all the very best.”

Thank you all for your unwavering commitment to shaping young lives and making BSC an exceptional place to belong, believe and become. Your hard work makes a difference every day!

FRIDAY 1 AUGUST 2025           

AU REVOIR TO OUR FRENCH EXCHANGE STUDENTS || Yesterday marked the last day in Australia for our wonderful French exchange students, and we celebrated the friendships and memories formed over the past four weeks. Our students are already looking forward to reconnecting with their French friends when they travel to France at the end of the year!

FRIDAY 1 AUGUST 2025 

BIOEYES INCURSION || This week, our Year 9 & 10 ‘DNA to Dinosaurs’ class participated in the BioEYES incursion, run by Monash University Biomedicine Institute. Over the week, students studied embryonic development and inheritance in Zebrafish. They observed the early stages, from unspecialised stem cells to free-swimming larvae, including structures like a beating heart. Students also investigated pigmentation development and explored inheritance traits. A great opportunity for hands-on science and real-world learning! 

SATURDAY 2 AUGUST 2025

YEAR 11 FORMAL || Our Year 11 students shone at their formal last night! A HUGE thank you to the Formal Committee for their hard work in organising such a fantastic evening! Special thanks to our resident photographer, Mr de Valle, for capturing the night!

SUNDAY 3 AUGUST 2025

CAPTURING THE MAGIC OF OUR UPCOMING COLLEGE PRODUCTION - GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!|| A huge thank you to the talented Alan Moyle from Photobat for kindly capturing some of the Puffs cast as they gear up to perform for you on Thursday, 21 August (7:30 – 9:30 pm), Friday, 22 August (7:30 – 9:30 pm) and Saturday, 23 August (2:00 – 4:00 pm). Grab your tickets via the link below!

https://compasstix.com/e/hkdrvui245

MONDAY 4 AUGUST 2025

CARING CAREERS EXPLORER DAY || On Friday, some of our Year 9 students participated in the Caring Careers Explorer Day at Holmesglen TAFE. This hands-on experience allowed students to explore care-related fields through interactive workshops, including lab techniques, pathology, early childhood education, teamwork challenges and CPR training. The day provided a great opportunity for students to learn about VET (Vocational Education and Training) pathways, which can contribute to an ATAR or be part of the Vocational Major applied learning pathway. We look forward to seeing how this experience helps shape their future career decisions!

MONDAY 4 AUGUST 2025

LUNCHTIME CONCERT VIBES || Our amphitheatre came alive again on Friday with a fantastic lunchtime concert featuring our talented student performers. It was a great way to end the week with music, sunshine and good vibes!

MONDAY 4 AUGUST 2025

CORE MERIT AWARDS || Congratulations to our outstanding students who were recognised with Gold, Silver and Bronze CORE Merit Awards at today’s House Assemblies (not all pictured). At Beaumaris, we celebrate Curiosity, Optimism, Respect and Excellence. Keep shining bright!

TUESDAY 5 AUGUST 2025

SENIOR GIRLS AFL SMR FINAL || Our Senior Girls AFL team won 2 out of 3 games in our pool, just falling short of the Grand Final today. They played with incredible heart, teamwork and sportsmanship, and we’re so proud of their effort and determination! Today was the last time our Year 12 girls represented the school in sport, and they’ve certainly left their mark!

TUESDAY 5 AUGUST 2025

CELEBRATING NAPLAN ACHIEVEMENTS || Congratulations to the students recognised by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) for achieving the ‘Exceeding’ standard. These students were presented with their certificates at yesterday’s House Assemblies (not all pictured). Keep shining bright!

WEDNESDAY 6 AUGUST 2025

STAFF CPR REFRESHER AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING || After school today, our staff completed their annual CPR refresher training, along with training in Asthma, Anaphylaxis and risk/emergency management. This ensures we're fully prepared to respond effectively in emergencies.

WEDNESDAY 6 AUGUST 2025

YEAR 10 SNOW CAMP || Today, our Year 10 students hit the slopes of Mt Buller for an exciting 3-day skiing and snowboarding adventure, carving up the mountain!

THURSDAY 7 AUGUST 2025 

RICHMOND AFL EXPERIENCE || Yesterday, our VCE PE students had an amazing day at Punt Road Oval, immersing themselves in the world of AFL with the Richmond Institute. Aligned with the VCE PE curriculum, they observed an AFL training session, participated in a hands-on training session using the Richmond facilities, and learned about career and study options in sport and recreation.

THURSDAY 7 AUGUST 2025

CONSTRUCTION PATHWAYS - HOLMESGLEN TAFE TASTER || Today, our Year 10 students kicked off their exploration of construction-based fields with the Construction Pathways event, provided by the Department of Education! This hands-on program gives students early exposure to VET subjects, offering insight into potential career pathways in industries like bricklaying, tiling and carpentry. Over the next 9 weeks, they'll delve into topics ranging from bricklaying basics to tiling fundamentals, gaining practical skills and a deeper understanding of Vocational Education and Training (VET) options available in Years 11 and 12. A fantastic experience for those interested in pursuing a trade!

THURSDAY 7 AUGUST 2025

YEAR 12 VCE VM STUDENTS FOOD SAFETY CERTIFICATION || Today, our Year 12 VCE Vocational Major students completed their formal accreditation in Using Hygienic Practices for Food Safety. This compulsory training is required for the satisfactory completion of their VCE VM and prepares them for the upcoming House Athletics Carnival BBQ! The course covers key food safety practices, from preventing cross-contamination to proper food storage, ensuring our students are well-prepared for safe food handling. Well done to all participants!

THURSDAY 7 AUGUST 2025 - Photos posted as a reel on Facebook & Instagram

YEAR 10 SNOW CAMP || Our Year 10 students are making the most of their 3-day adventure at Mt Buller, with beautiful weather today!

FRIDAY 8 AUGUST 2025

AFTER-SCHOOL YEAR 12 ENGLISH LANGUAGE GROWTH WORKSHOPS || It's fantastic to see our Year 12 English Language students taking full advantage of the after-school Growth Workshops! These sessions are a great way to enhance skills, build confidence, and deepen understanding of key concepts and metalanguage. Keep up the great work, everyone! 

FRIDAY 8 AUGUST 2025

UNIT 4 BIOLOGY REVISION IN ACTION || Our VCE Biology students are deep in revision mode as they prepare for their upcoming SAC. Collaborative whiteboard sessions like this help consolidate key concepts!

FRIDAY 8 AUGUST 2025

YEAR 7 NETBALL SMR FINAL || 1 win, 1 draw and 1 loss for the day! While the result didn’t go our way, our Year 7 Netball team had a great time and showed plenty of Beauy spirit!

SATURDAY 9 AUGUST 2025

HAVE YOU GOT YOUR TICKETS? || Our incredible cast and crew are giving their all in preparing for our school production of ‘Puffs’ on Thursday, 21 August (7:30 – 9:30 pm), Friday, 22 August (7:30 – 9:30 pm) and Saturday, 23 August (2:00 – 4:00 pm). Grab your tickets via the link below!

https://compasstix.com/e/hkdrvui245

Photos by Photobat.

SATURDAY 9 AUGUST 2025

YEAR 10 SKI CAMP || Wrapping up an awesome time on the slopes!

MONDAY 11 AUGUST 2025

BULLYING NO WAY: CREATING SAFE SPACES EVERY DAY || At Beaumaris Secondary College, we are committed to creating safe, respectful and inclusive environments year-round, addressing all forms of bullying, including online. This week’s National Week of Action highlights our ongoing efforts, with this year’s theme, “Be bold. Be kind. Speak up,” encouraging everyone to foster safe spaces where all voices are heard and valued.

Students at Beaumaris also have access to a ‘Report Bullying’ form, available via the Star/Favourite icon on Compass. This allows students to confidentially report any bullying they witness or experience, helping us create a supportive community for everyone.

Throughout the week, we’ll continue important conversations about bullying prevention, reinforcing the importance of respect and kindness in our school community.

The following resources to help prevent and respond to bullying will be featured in this week's newsletter, so be sure to check it out!

• Bully Stoppers: Evidence-based advice and tools for schools, parents, and students
• Safe Socials: Supports for staying safe and positive online

Let’s all take a stand, speak up and work together every day to prevent bullying!

MONDAY 11 AUGUST 2025

GOAL ACTIVITIES: COURSE SELECTION INSIGHTS & HOUSE BANNER CREATION || Today, our Year 11 GOAL groups visited Year 8 GOAL groups to discuss specialisms and subject choices for 2026. A fantastic opportunity for students to learn from their peers and plan ahead!

Ricketts students got creative, designing their House banner for Athletics Day on Wednesday! The “Under the Sea” theme ties in with the origin of the Ricketts name. A huge thank you to everyone who contributed their amazing ideas and creativity!

MONDAY 11 AUGUST 2025

HIGH ABILITIES STUDENTS EMBARK ON DNA BARCODING JOURNEY AT GTAC || Today, some of our Year 9 students kicked off their exciting journey into the world of gene technology hosted by the Gene Technology Access Centre (GTAC)! This program includes an online course, hands-on research at GTAC labs with scientist mentors, and a virtual workshop where students will analyse DNA data to explore the fascinating world of molecular biology. It's a fantastic opportunity to dive into VCE Biology topics like DNA manipulation and molecular homology. We can’t wait to see what they discover! 

TUESDAY 12 AUGUST 2025 

RESPONSIBLE SERVICE OF ALCOHOL TRAINING || Today, our Year 11 and 12 students had the opportunity to complete the accredited VGCCC Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) training, earning their VGCCC RSA Certificate! The RSA course equips students with the essential skills and knowledge to safely and responsibly serve alcohol in licensed venues. Topics included identifying intoxication, serving underage patrons, advertising strategies and hands-on experience with pouring. A second group of students will complete their training this Thursday. Congratulations to all participants for completing this valuable certification!

WEDNESDAY 13 AUGUST 2025

BRIDGING GENERATIONS || Week 2 of our wonderful intergenerational program with Bayside City Council saw our Year 11 VCE Vocational Major students inspiring and connecting with older community members. From boxing, stretching and yoga to exploring AI and creating music playlists, these workshops brought smiles, shared stories and new skills across generations.

WEDNESDAY 13 AUGUST 2025

HOUSE ATHLETICS CARNIVAL – PART 1 OF 2 || Another fantastic day of house spirit at our annual Athletics Carnival! The Year 12 parade, now a tradition, kicked off the festivities. Well done to our Year 12 VCE Vocational Major students for organising a successful sausage sizzle to support the Beaumaris Children’s Playhouse.

WEDNESDAY 13 AUGUST 2025

HOUSE ATHLETICS CARNIVAL – PART 2 OF 2 || Another fantastic day of house spirit at our annual Athletics Carnival! The Year 12 parade, now a tradition, kicked off the festivities. Well done to our Year 12 VCE Vocational Major students for organising a successful sausage sizzle to support the Beaumaris Children’s Playhouse.