Middle School

Term 4

The final Term for 2018 is now underway!  The term already has lots happening for students, along with their usual classwork, assignments and assessment tasks.  Term 4 always seems to disappear quickly, so it is very important that students keep up to date with all work and submit tasks in a timely manner.

Also, a reminder for students and parents, that as we are now in term 4, the summer uniform is now is effect.

There are some upcoming events throughout the term. Please refer to the list below to ensure students and parents are aware of these and other important information.

Tues. 23rd Oct.:       

Year 9 Bike Tour Information Night (7pm)

Mon. 19th – 24th Nov.:           

Year 11 Exam Week

Mon. 26th – 30th Nov.:           

Year 10 Exam Week

Mon. 3rd – 7th Dec.:               

Year 10 into 11 Transition Week

Mon. 10th Dec.:                      

Year 10 Formal

Mon. 10th – 12th Dec.:           

 Year 9 Bike Tour

Tues. 11th Dec.:                     

Final day of scheduled classes for Year 9 students

Wed. 12th – 18th Dec.:           

End of Year Program

Matthew Tucker

Middle School Leader

Year 10 Semester 2 Exams

The Semester Two exams will be commencing on Monday 26th November and finishing on November 30th November. There will be no timetabled classes on for Year 10 students during the exam period and students will not be required at school except for their timetabled exam. The exams have already been scheduled into student timetables, which can be viewed via Compass. Students will be told what equipment they will need by their teachers and if any student needs any Special Consideration for any reading, writing and/or extra time, please let Mr Jamieson know via email: (bjamieson@ringwoodsc.vic.edu.au)

Benn Jamieson

Freeman House Coordinator

(Middle School)

Year 10 Formal

The annual Year 10 formal will be held on Monday the 10th of December at Linley Estate in Kilsyth. The cost of the event is $90 per person, which includes a three-course dinner, soft drinks and a DJ. A photo booth will be present and students can collect their prints instantly. Students must organise their own transport to and from the formal and no bags/backpacks can be brought to this event. The formal begins at 6pm and concludes at 10pm. Students are expected to dress in formal attire. The event is supervised by staff and security. To secure you place at the formal, please ensure your payment is made on time by Friday November 2nd.  Any further information can be located on the Compass event.

Jacqui Godfrey

Mabo House Coordinator

(Middle School)

Year 9 City Experience

In late Term 3 the Year 9 cohort enjoyed going into the city for five days for a week of City Experience. It was a fantastic learning opportunity for all. Here are some of the highlights of the week: 

With many months of planning and scheduling in preparation for this amazing occasion, city experience there was no shortage of fun and excitement! “Exceptional” would be an understatement to describe this one week long event starting on 10th to the 15th of September. With the entire cohort of the Year 9 participating, city experience was a successful and captivating event to explore not only the Melbourne CBD, but also ourselves and challenging ourselves when placed in a position outside our comfort zone. Melbourne’s diverse and cultural environment gave students the capacity to learn further about our city, along with fun attractions such as the Melbourne Museum, Etihad Stadium, Melbourne Star, Parliament House and many, many more fun activities like a Great Race around the city. Using public transports to circumnavigating this busy city, City experience taught students many skills for life such as navigating, problem solving, socialising and also building confidence. Overall, City Experience was an extremely enjoyable week with many amazing memories made.

• Htoo Htoo Bwint

City Experience was an amazing opportunity, in that it allowed us to gain independence, bond with our entire class and create long lasting memories of the place we now know so much about. Our favourite aspects of City Experience, were spending time in our small group, exploring the different locations and cultures of Melbourne (Eureka Sky Deck and the Edge, Etihad Stadium, Melbourne Museum, Ice Skating and Hosier Lane) and enjoying a wide variety of traditional foods from a range of cultures.

• Holli, Katie & Zali 9F

During week 9, between the 10th and 14th of September, the Year 9 cohort had their city experience. Students and teachers were very eager for this week because they put in a lot of effort into preparing for a safe and successful week. The week taught us beneficial skills such as navigating around unfamiliar areas, being organised, learning to be both social and independent as well as learning a lot about our city. The biggest highlight for me was getting to spend quality time with my class, this was fun and an exciting way for me to get to know my peers personally. Big thanks to Ms Watson for all her hard work into planning and preparing for the week.

• Smile Pe

During week 9 of term 3 the Year 9’s went on ‘City Experience’. It was a fun and engaging way in which the year level could develop their understanding of Victoria’s capital city. For some it was at first difficult to get around the city but they soon overcame that obstacle. City week allowed students to gain independence, responsibility and knowledge. City week opened the door for students to develop a number of new skills comprising of navigation skills, time management and communication. Thank you to all the teachers and individuals who did an astounding job at organising City Experience.

• K’Baw Lwe