From the Principal

 Good morning everyone, I hope you have had a great week.  

Another busy week for Mornington. Year 8 students have been working very hard on artifacts for the Showcase that took place on Wednesday. It was great to see so many families join us in the Learning Centre to view student work. It was also wonderful to highlight the amazing work of the Systems Engineering students. Fantastic learning is happening at our great school.  

Children’s Week runs from Saturday 19 October to Sunday 27 October.  

It is a national celebration that recognises the talents, skills, achievements and rights of children. There are many free activities for students to participate in across the state of Victoria. Many local councils will be involved.  

The theme for the week is ‘Children have the right to a clean and safe environment’, based on Article 24 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. 

Have a wonderful week. Thank you for your continued support. 

Linda Stanton

Principal

Important Dates

Term 4

October

Tuesday 22nd October - Final day for Year 12 students

Tuesday 22nd October - Whole School Assembly to farewell our Year 12 students and Valedictory Dinner

Tuesday 29th to Thursday 31st October - Year 10 Outdoor and Environmental Studies Otways Camp

November

Monday 4th November - Staff Professional Development Day - Student free

Tuesday 5th November - Melbourne Cup - Public Holiday

Wednesday 6th to Friday 8th November - Year 10 Outdoor and Environmental Studies Otways hike

Monday 11th November - Remembrance Day commemorations - 10.45am

Wednesday 13th November - Year 11 SWOTVAC - No classes for Year 11 students

Thursday 14th November - Final presentations for Year 11 VM students

Monday 18th and Tuesday 19th November - Final assessment presentations for Year 11 VM students

Tuesday 19th November - Year 7 celebration of first year of secondary school - Portfolio showcase afternoon

Thursday 21st November - Year 9 Graduation and social - Frankston Arts Centre

Friday 22nd November - Professional Practice Day for all teachers - Student free

Monday 25th November - Fast Forward commences - students transition into their 2025 year level and classes

Thursday 28th November - Year 10 Formal - Frankston Arts Centre

December

Wednesday 4th and Thursday 5th December - Japanese visitors from Nara

Friday 6th December - Year 11 2025 students final day

Tuesday 10th December - Grade 6 Orientation Day for students joining MSC in 2025

Monday 16th December - Presentation Evening - New Peninsula Baptist Church - 6.30pm

Tuesday 17th to Thursday 19th December - 3 day activity program

Friday 20th December - Last day of Term 4

Don't forget to look on compass for sport sign ups, excursions and any other information sent to students and parents. 

Below is a link to help guide you in your use of compass.

https://mornsc.vic.edu.au/for-parents/compass-parent-guide/

Middle School

Dear families and carers,

Yesterday, we were proud to host our Year 8 Showcase, featuring an impressive array of Humanities and Science exhibitions. Our Year 11 Systems Engineering students also displayed their remarkable projects, while Year 8 students supported the event by selling icy poles for our fundraiser, and VM students fired up the BBQ. The atmosphere was lively with performances from our Drum Corps and Senior School Band, showcasing the vibrant life we foster at Mornington Secondary College.

A special moment for me was reconnecting with two former students—now parents—who I taught in Year 12. It was such a joy to hear about their journeys and even more incredible to learn that their children are now part of our school community. Moments like these highlight the lasting bonds that are formed here.

What always strikes me when speaking with past students is how vividly they remember their time at school—whether it’s particular events, friendships, or even small incidents. It’s a reminder that school is about so much more than academic learning; it’s a place where lifelong friendships are forged and important social skills are developed, all of which contribute to thriving in everyday life.

Wishing you a great week.

Denise Leggett

Middle School Assistant Principal

Senior School

To students and families of the Mornington Senior School,

Two weeks into term 4 and our Year 12 VCE VM students have finished their final interviews and requirements for their certificates. I had the pleasure of sitting in on some interviews and it was a great reminder of the power in this pathway. To see and hear about the growth in skills and capabilities of our students as they progressed through their VM program, VET course and work placements was reaffirming. Our year 12 ATAR students have also finished their last full week of schooling ever and while they have plenty of work in front of them over the next month, the finish line is most definitely in sight.

Year 11s are now in their final areas of study in their respective programs before their exams and unit 2 presentations (VM students). It’s important for our year 11 ATAR students to really hone their skills over the next 2 months before they become year 12 students and every mark counts towards their ATAR. 

Year 12 music performance

I was able to share the Year 12 music performance final set rehearsal on Wednesday night before they perform in their VCAA exams in the coming days. The Year 12 band including Molly Emery, Michael, Jackson, George, Emma, Patrick and Abi performed their whole set list to parents, friends and staff for over 30 mins (they need to be under 35 mins in the exam) and sounded fantastic. Molly Pierce-Decker then performed her VCE music repertoire set. I wish them all the best.

Year 11 formal

Our Year 11s had their formal on Friday night of week 1 and as usual, the behaviour was exemplary. Seeing all our young people dressed up and looking fabulous has made me think we should maybe change the dress code here and ask students to wear ties, polished leather shoes 😉Maybe not but it is great to see our students having fun in each other’s company in a different environment from school. My thanks goes to Dr Keough, Grace Evans (acting Year 11 Coordinator), Ethan and Carter (Year 11 Captains) and everyone who had a role in planning the night (including the staff who attended on a Friday night!).  

What is coming up this term? Answer: A lot!

Mon 21st October – Final Day of Year 12 classes

Tues 22nd October – Final Year 12 assembly and 2024 Valedictory

Wed 23rd – Mon 28th October – Year 12 SWOTVAC (study without scheduled classes – students welcome to come in and see their year 12 teachers for assistance who will be available during their usual year 12 class time)

Tues 29th Oct – Wed 20th Nov – Year 12 VCAA exam period

Tues 12th Nov – Year 11 SWOTVAC Day (to prepare for exams)

Wed 13th Nov – Thurs 21st Nov – Year 10 & 11 Exam period (assessed on 2024 content)

Fri 22nd Nov – Exam correction day and planning day for Fast Forward program

Mon 25th Nov – Fri 6th Dec - 2025 Fast Forward program (Year 10s and 11s finish on this day)

Friday 29th Nov – Year 10 Formal 

Thurs 12th Dec – VCE ATAR results released to students

Mon 16th Dec – 2024 MSC Presentation vening

Kind regards,

Nick Evans

Senior School Assistant Principal

Singing Up a Storm

On Tuesday night we had a musical treat as the Year 12 music students put on their final performance before their performance exam.  What a great set of budding muso’s we have!  By the time you read this the students will have already been put through their paces, however we all wish them every success.  

Abi Johnson on piano, Jackson Dowling on lead guitar, Patrick Adler on drums, Michael McLaren on flute, George Whatman on bass guitar and Molly Emery on lead vocals.                                                                                            

Molly Pierce-Decker solo performance

George Whatman on guitar, Simon Dewar (Teacher) on drums, Emma McPartland on vocals and Harry Jennings (Year 11) on bass.

Exams….Ready…..Set…..

Assistant Principal Nick Evans and Curriculum Leader Michelle Barnes lead senior school staff in a workshop on how we are preparing students for the up and coming examination period.  There were lots of great ideas floating around. One of the big takeaways for parents and students however is the importance of student ownership of the study process. Teachers will be providing an unending stream of tips, tricks and practice activities. It's up to the students to take action on these. It’s the old adage “you can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make it drink".  We will be putting lots of water out there for the kids, lets work together to get them to take a BIG drink.

Kind regards,

Mike Parker

Assistant Principal

Year 11 Formal

The Year 11 formal was a big success, with students and staff enjoying a fantastic evening full of dancing and fun! A special thank you goes to Evangeline Romage for her incredible work with the disco decorations and photography, and Kate Wilson for ensuring all students arrived and departed safely. 

We also appreciate the support and amazing dancing skills from Dana Lamb, Kerstin Lindsay, and Sarah Jeffs. A memorable highlight was Nick Evans's rendition of the Nutbush, and finally, a big shout-out to Jasmine Keough and Mick Williams for their exceptional organization of the event. It truly was a night to remember!

Grace Evans

Acting Year 11 Coordinator

Students of the Week

Year 7

Brylee Elso

Favourite food: I love Thai food, especially Pad See Ew.

Hobbies out of school: I play basketball, draw, and play games on my laptop.

What sports team do you follow: I barrack for Geelong Cats.

Favourite TV show: I like comedy shows.

Do you have any pets: My chocolate Labrador, Buddy who is 4 years old.

What do you enjoy most about being at Mornington Secondary College?

I love how every day is different, how my teachers are really nice and some of them give us lollies, and spending time with my friends.

What career do you wish to follow when you finish school? I want to be an artist.

Year 8

Lacey Rattue

Favourite food: Cantaloupe and honey dew melon.

Hobbies out of school: Netball and basketball.

What sports team do you follow: Fremantle Dockers, Southside Flyers, Melbourne United and Melbourne Vixens.

Favourite TV show: The Rookie & Young Sheldon.

Do you have any pets: 2 dogs, Jessie and Buckley.

What do you enjoy most about being at Mornington Secondary College?

 I love the sporting programs. I like doing swim squad and I do netball Squad.

 What career do you wish to follow when you finish school? I want to be a special needs teacher.

Year 9

Avantika Ale

Favourite food: Sushi.

Hobbies out of school: I like drawing and I play badminton.

What sports team do you follow: None.

Favourite TV show: I don’t have a favourite, but my favourite are action and adventure.

Do you have any pets: No pets but I would love to have a pet rabbit.

What do you enjoy most about being at Mornington Secondary College?

I like learning a bunch of different sports and hanging out with my friends.

What career do you wish to follow when you finish school? I want to be a fashion designer.

State Athletics Championships

Good luck to these students competing at the State Athletics Championships on Monday at Lakeside Stadium, State Athletics Centre. 

• Ethan Sheen in all 3 events (400m 800m & 1500m)
• Zaya Lindsay-Rechter in Hurdles
• Leena N’diaye in 100m sprint 
• Andrew Turver in the 1500m

2025 Booklist and How to Order Flyer

Orders can be placed now.  

Please see the attached "How to Order" flyer for details on ordering online.  All orders placed by the 11 November will be delivered to home addresses by Fri 24 January 2025.

NB: Orders placed by the due date, 11 December will only incur a processing fee of $5.95 and free delivery.  After the 11 December a processing and delivery fee will be applied to all orders.

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KELIS 

Mornington Indigenous students went to the Koorie Emerging Leadership day (KELIS), run by the Indigenous leaders at Westernport Secondary.

Living Culture organised a campfire, so that a smoking ceremony could be conducted.

Gangi Giri (an Indigenous musical artist) played and the students enjoyed dancing.

Students had the opportunity to paint on a canvas which was made to display at Westernport.

The other workshop was participating in a game of football, known as Marngrook.

A fantastic day was had by all!!

Year 10 Crab Excursion

Yr 10 Environment and Marine students went to Mills Beach to complete a crab survey. Students enjoyed trying to pick up the crabs, and determining whether they were male or female by observing the markings on the underside of the crabs body. Students were also able to classify the crabs by there scientific name, using dichotomous keys and photos of local crabs.

Emma Kirkos

Science Teacher

People's Playhouse Theatre Company

Congratulations to Jackson Sweatman for his Lyrebird Youth Awards nominations for best solo male in a musical and highly commended performance for Diary of a Wimpy Kids performed by Peoples Playhouse Theatre Company

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