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Deputy Principal Parent cyber-safety seminars, Seatbelts in buses, Student safety at drop-off and pick-up times, Canteen on-line ordering

Learning Parent Teacher Interviews, 2024 subject choices for students currently in Years 7 to 11

Primary Mrs Natasha Radley (Head of Year Prep), Mr Jevon Scandrett (Head of Year 1 & 2), Mrs Anne Adams (Head of Year 3 & 4), Mr Nigel Keegan (Head of Year 5 & 6), Assembly Roster , Important Dates

Secondary Upcoming City Experience for Year 8 Students , Year 9 Students' Pathway to VCE in 2024 , Building on Foundations, Strengthening Problem-Solving Skills, Developing Time Management and Organization, Preparing for Transitions

Admissions Notice of Intent, Student departures during the term, Census

Be Well and Prosper The importance of play in children’s learning and development, Learning through play is one of the most important ways children learn and develop., How does play support your child’s development and learning?, What does a play based approach to learning look like?, How can you contribute to your child’s learning through play?

Chaplain's Corner Parent Morning Tea , Grief and Loss Service, Upcoming Community Event – 17 August, Worshipping Faith Community

Careers Year 10 Students, Year 11 Students, Year 12 students, Open Days, Career News 9, Careers Newsletter on My Aitken

First Nations News A Journey into Ancient Australia: Exploring Indigenous Cultures

Languages 2024 Study Tour, Education Perfect, Sayembara Lisan

Library Victorian Premiers’ Reading Challenge - 2023

Parents & Friends Association Banner Photo

Parents & Friends Association Father’s Day Breakfast & Stall, Pre-loved Uniform Donations

Performing Arts Shrek the Musical

Physical Education State Cross Country Championships, Primary State Cross Country

STEM Term 3 STEM Opportunities, Young Engineers, EngGirls Ecodesign, EngGirls Digitech, STEM Ambassadors, RMIT STEM leaders land surveying workshop, Chemistry Competitions, Digital Technology programs, Australian Mathematics Competition

Sustainability and Agriculture Banner Photo

Sustainability and Agriculture Precious Plastics (call out for plastic bottle tops)

The Parent Room The Art of Parenting, Tech Focus

Visual Arts

OSHC Kelly Club Newsletter

Business Directory Business Directory , FREIGHT & CUSTOMS, MORTGAGE & FINANCIAL SERVICES, PODIATRY, TUTORING – ONLINE

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1010 Mickleham Road, Greenvale, Victoria, 3059, AU http://www.aitkencollege.edu.au/(03) 9333 9100

Languages

2024 Study Tour

The Study Tour to Indonesia planned for June 2024 has generated significant interest among students. This eleven-night tour will offer a diverse itinerary, covering the enchanting island of Bali, the vibrant capital Jakarta, the culturally rich Bandung, and the historical royal city of Yogyakarta. Participants can look forward to engaging in cultural workshops, exploring renowned landmarks like Borobudur and Prambanan temples, and immersing themselves in local markets to practise their Indonesian language skills.

I am currently in the process of obtaining the final quote from the tour company. Once I have the information, I will share it with parents. To stay updated, please contact me at the College to be added to the mailing list (srogers@aitkencollege.edu.au). As spaces for the tour are limited, priority will be given to students who demonstrate a strong interest in deepening their understanding of Indonesian culture and language.

The photos below show some of the highlights of the most recent study tour which was held in 2019.

Education Perfect

As part of our language curriculum, all Year 7 to 12 students utilize the Education Perfect app to support their Indonesian language studies. This term, we will be introducing a new set of Indonesian words each week for students in Dunhelen. Regular vocabulary tests will assess their recall and contribute to their overall assessment. We encourage students to complete the weekly homework activities to strengthen and expand their language skills.

Sayembara Lisan

We extend our best wishes to the five talented Year 7 students who have made it to the finals of the Sayembara Lisan, an Indonesian speaking competition held at Melbourne High School this Saturday. These exceptional students, Darsh and Amyra from 7S, Aaryan K and Jesleen from 7C and Keana from 7K, have displayed remarkable dedication in their preparation for this event. We have every confidence that they will represent the College with distinction and make us proud.

Pak Rogers

Head of Faculty - Languages