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Cross Country 2024 Results

Age Group Champions

MAT program. 

We are currently running a small group session with a combination of year 9 and 10 boys. MAT combines the principles of physical and mental wellbeing with those of therapeutic martial art training, promoting self-awareness as well as social awareness. 

This program is an individualised approach to recognising one’s emotions and expressing them appropriately, building confidence and resilience, whilst forming effective communication strategies, by utilising the martial art techniques of breathing, centring oneself and self-control.  

The students have thoroughly enjoyed the session so far and are already picking up some skills to transfer into their everyday. 

We are excited to see them continue to learn and grow.           

Immunisations:

Dear Parent/Guardian,

On Tuesday 16th July 2024, Barwon Health immunisation service will visit our Year 7 students to administer the freeHPV( Human Papillomavirus) vaccine and Boostrix( Diphtheria, tetanus, and whooping cough booster) = 2 injections 

Please read the consent information (see attachment) and then complete the online consent form via this URL link.

Please note that this link will expire 24 hours prior to Barwon Health visit.

https://portal.cirv.vic.gov.au//PrivacyCollection/?id=a3439655-20f2-ee11-904c-000d3ae1ae48&Year7 

There is also a paper consent card attached, or there are consent cards in the Administration Office, that you can collect if you prefer.

 There is some information available below, which explains why these vaccines are given to our Year 7 students.

https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/immunisation-in-secondary-schools 

It is important to complete a consent form, whether consent is YES or NO.Barwon Health immunisation need to know that you have received the information and made an informed decision for your child, then no further contact will be required to chase up your response. If you require more information or would rather this vaccine, be given outside of the school setting, please contact Barwon Health immunisation directly on 4215 4444 or your GP.

Thank you.

Sonia Raschilla

Head of First Aid and Attendance

State School Spectacular:

In the last week of term 1 Western Heights College held the regional State Schools Spectacular rehearsal where many of our local primary schools and other secondary schools attended. Students were put through a rigorous day of choreography learning a total of 3 different dances. We were lucky enough to have a visit from Deon Nuku the Dance Director of the 2024 State Schools Spectacular. Deon has performed in many stage productions both nationally and internationally, has worked on TV shows and movies such as Neighbours, X-Factor and Moulin Rouge and worked alongside singers such as Macy Gray and Kylie Minogue. 

State Schools Spectacular is a live show that will be performed on September 14th at John Caine Arena as well as broadcast on channel nine. Over the next few weeks WHC students will be busy rehearsing and learning the extensive 8 dances. 

Canteen orders

A reminder that the Canteen will be ORDER ONLY for all main food items, such as salad rolls, sausage rolls, schnitzel burgers etc. The first 10 minutes of recess and lunch will be allocated to collection of food orders only. The canteen will then be open for any additional purchases of drinks and ice creams (Term 1 & 4).  

Canteen Menu Term 2

Library News

BOOK MARKS – WHC Library Update

OPEN during school hours: 8:30am - 3:00pm, Monday - Friday.

• Borrowing books – use your WHC ID card to borrow books from our school library. You can easily find what you want on shelves as fiction titles have been organised into genres:

Books are loaned for two weeks.

• Chess Club – Tuesday lunch times with Mr. Gray and teachers. Can you beat your teacher? The challenge is on! Timers available. You can play at recess and lunch. All levels welcome.
• Readers Raffle – If you have finished a novel besides your school novel, let the library staff know and we will put you in the draw for a small prize. The more novels you read, the more chances you have of winning something! 
• Geelong Library membership – join our public library to access all kinds of resources. You can reserve a book online, then collect it from our Vines Road Library.

Reminders:

The library is a community library and the space is shared with the public. 

Please use respectful language and behaviour.

Eating and drinking sugary drinks in the library is not allowed. Water bottles are fine.

Please do not touch the heaters or air filters. Please ask a staff member for help.

Laptop use – students are welcome to use their private laptops for schoolwork and research. Gaming is not encouraged as the library is a space for reading and quiet activities.

Mrs. Burville and Ms. Choong.