JUNIOR SCHOOL

TERM 3 DATES

Thursday 12 September

Year 7 Health & Wellbeing Day

Thursday 19 September

3 Way Conferences | 3:30 - 6:30 pm - Onsite

Friday 20 September

3 Way Conferences | 9 am - 12:30 pm - Online

Student FREE DAY

End of Term 3

Year 7 & 8

Awards Assemblies

Thursday 18 and Monday 22 July

Congratulationsand well done to all Year 7 and 8 students who received awards for their achievements in Semester 1.

Your hard work and dedication have truly paid off, showcasing outstanding commitment to your studies have set an inspiring example for your peers.

Keep up the fantastic work, and may your accomplishments continue to flourish into Semester 2.

Grade 5 Transitions Day

Tuesday 6 August

Some of our Year 8 students assisted a Junior School Coordinator to run Grade 5 Transitions, with students from Wandin Yallock Primary School.

They captained a team of 3 students in a match of dice cricket against other student leaders in Year 8 and their teams. The students modelled excellent leadership and behaviour and supported their teams to engage throughout their transition.

Thank you to the following students and for their hard work and the phenomenal way in which they represented Lilydale High School.

Tate Van Den Heuvel 8F
Chelsea Haley 8F
Aliya Brandes 8F
Charlee Fitzpatrick 8D
Jacob Attrill 8D
Brodie Darvell 8E
Christopher Muller 8E
Heath Marshall 8E
Jai Cauchi 8E
Jake Miller 8E

The Parliament Prize 2024

1st Place - Sigourney Crocker 8B

"This year, a number of LHS students participated in a competition called the Parliament Prize. This is a statewide contest to share what you would say to parliament if you were an MP. I chose to present a 90 second speech on recycling in Victorian schools, as I see this as a very important issue.

Iam honoured to let you know that I have WON First Prize in the Years 7-9 category.

This means that I get to attend a ceremony at the Victorian Parliament House on Monday 12th August, and also receive cash prizes for both the school and myself. I hope that this will lead to some increased focus on recycling at our fabulous school."

Sigourney Crocker 8B

Congratulations Sigourney, this is a wonderful achievement. An incredible 1,126 entries were submitted from across Victoria for the competition.

Alpine School

for Student Leadership

Applications to attend the Alpine School for Student Leadership 2025 are due by Friday September 6 (revised due date).

Any Year 8 students interested in applying, please email Ms McMillan for an application.

Parents and students wanting to know, please visit the Alpine School website below.

Alpine School

Year 8 Girls Scholarship Opportunity

Applications are open for Year 8 girls to apply for the Harding Miller Education Foundation Scholarship.

The scholarships are open to girls in Year 8 at public schools who are achieving at a high level academically andwhose families are financial experiencinghardship.

More details can be found via the link here: https://www.hardingmillereducationfoundation.org.au/apply-for-a-scholarship/

Applications close September 18, 2024.

If you have any questions, please contact Kelly Farrell on 9735 5644 or via email:

kelly.farrell@education.vic.gov.au

Year 8 Adventure Camp

Wednesday August 28

Year 8 students had the fantastic opportunity to embark on a memorable day at the scenic Oasis Camp in Mt Evelyn.

They participated in an array of exhilarating activities, each designed to ignite their sense of adventure and camaraderie. From the adrenaline-pumping flying fox and the exciting low ropes course to the thrilling laser tag battles and the hands-on candle making experience, the day was filled with moments of joy and excitement.

The students also had the chance to gain a deeper understanding of nature through a fascinating reptile experience and bush walk. Additionally, they honed their focus and precision during the archery session and tested their strength and determination on the rock climbing wall.

This day not only offered a thrilling escape from routine but also served as a vital platform for students to cultivate their confidence, resilience, meaningful social connections and physical health and wellbeing.

Junior School Coordinators