Wurrin News - Years 8 & 9

Year 9 English Elective

Earlier this term our year 9 English class had a crime (fake, of course!) to solve..... 

Ms Narramore set up a crime scene for her class.  There were lots of clues and students were provided details of the crime that had been committed, a murder!!!!!  Students were required to analyse the evidence and witness statements provided to them and solve the crime.

A lot of fun was had by students and the suspect was identified.  Well done to everyone involved. 

Year 8 Physical Education

Year 8 Buchan Caves and Lakes Entrance Coast Guard Excursion

Year 8 students are invited to participate in the Buchan Caves and Lakes Entrance Coast Guard Excursion on Tuesday 21st November. This is an opt in event with only 108 available spaces for students. 

Students have been studying Geology in Science and both natural and man-made landscapes such as coastal in Humanities. By attending this excursion students will gain a greater understanding of the impacts on the different landscapes and the landforms that they are made up of. 

Students must be at the Bus Interchange at the beginning of the day, 8:50 am for a prompt 9:00 am departure. Students will return for normal school dismissal. Students must be in full school uniform, including closed toe shoes.  Please bring a packed lunch, water bottles, hat and sunscreen as there will not be the opportunity to purchase food or drink during this adventure. This excursion will close on the due date or when all 108 seats have been booked by completing the parent/guardian permission and payment is made. 

This is an opt in excursion and consent must be provided using the Compass App. Consent and payment is due by Sunday 12th November.  The cost of the excursion is $21.00, consent and payment can be completed online.

If you have any questions please contact the Hub.

Fun in the Sun 🔆

Our students have absolutely loved the sunshine lately!

They have enjoyed getting outside playing Basketball, Footy or just sitting with friends.

We can't wait for more days like this 😊

Work Experience Opportunities

Austin Health partners with Banyule Nillumbik Local Learning and Employment Network (BNLLEN) to coordinate their workplace learning programs for secondary school students. The Work Experience Program targets typically year 10 students. Work experience offers the opportunity for a ‘first taste’ of the health industry where students can observe a workplace in action.

How to apply

Students must be over the age of 15 at the time of their placement.

1. Download the secondary student application form from https://www.austin.org.au/careers/work-experience/#Section3
2. Complete all school and personal details and indicate clearly:
   • your preferred area or department for placement (list up to three)
   • dates available (note placements are offered in block weeks only)
   • the program for which you are applying; SWL, Work Experience, Indigenous Careers Program.
3. If you require assistance with completing this form, consult with Careers
4. Send your completed application form to bnwl@bnllen.org.au

Applications close November 4th.Please ensure you have considered the travel time and distance to and from your home to Heidelberg (Melbourne) BEFORE you apply for a placement.

MSO Work Experience offers students an opportunity for meaningful, well-rounded engagement with MSO as a major performing arts company, as well as the arts sector more broadly.

What does work experience at MSO involve? Placements are run in a group format, with a strong focus on arts administration. During their time with the MSO, students will have the opportunity to meet with musicians and staff, mix with MSO’s industry-leading artistic planning team, observe orchestral rehearsals and explore Melbourne’s arts precinct. Most of all, students will come away from their placement with a broad understanding of the role played by the MSO – as a cornerstone of Melbourne’s rich cultural heritage – in the Victorian and Australian performing arts industries.

How to apply:

MSO welcome applications by all students attending Secondary School in Victoria aged 15 years+ as of the placement date. The MSO can accept up to 30 students per placement and will hold two placements which run for three days:

• Tuesday 25 June to Thursday 27 June 2024, 10am-4pm

OR

• Tuesday 27 August to Thursday 29 August 2024, 10am-4pm

Applications open Monday 29 January 2024