ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS' REPORT

CHROMEBOOKS AT MCKINNON

A reminder that all students at McKinnon need to have a Chromebook purchased through our chosen supplier. With all students using a standard platform, we are able to build confidence for both students and teachers and ensure that technology enhances our ability to deliver an effective curriculum - this has been very important given the recent phases of remote learning.  

Our Chromebook program is divided into two stages, with students purchasing a new device in Year 7 (Phase I), and then again in the lead up to Year 10 (Phase II); this means all students have a reliable and up-to-date computer that facilitates online collaboration and other digital learning opportunities in all classrooms. More information about our Chromebook program can be found on the College website.

For our current Year 9 students (entering Year 10 in 2024), their Chromebook is approaching the end of its 3-year warranty. Next term a new device will be available through an online portal - an email will be sent to relevant parents closer to the date.  

Thank you to all parents and students for supporting our Chromebook program. It is an essential part of our curriculum and helps maximise learning opportunities and outcomes. 

YEARS 7 - 9 ELMS:  ENTRANCE TEST NOMINATIONS - NOW OPEN

Please be advised, we are now accepting nominations for the ELMS (Enhanced Learning in Maths and Science) Entrance Tests for students currently in Years 7 - 9.

Please complete the following Google Forms to register your child for these tests.

• Maths ELMS Google Form (for students currently in Years 7 to 9)
• Science ELMS Google Form (for students currently in Years 7 and 8 only - there is not a Science ELMS Test for students currently in Year 9)

Please note if you wish to nominate for both Maths and Science, you MUST complete both Google Forms.

The tests will take place in Term 4, Week 3 (week commencing Monday 16 October). This is due to the Select Entry School offers process taking place from September to November 2023. 

Please note - TESTS WILL NOT BE COMPLETED REMOTELY.

Students that are currently in the ELMS programs are NOT required to complete the entrance test. However, if you are in one of the programs (eg Maths) but not currently in Science ELMS you will have to nominate for the Science ELMS test if you wish to be considered.

Only students who have completed the Google Forms will be able to complete the tests.

Please note: Nominations CLOSE Thursday 4 September at 3pm

Any questions, please email Peter Quinn on qui@mckinnonsc.vic.edu.au.

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE DAY - Monday 21 August

Please note that we will be having a staff Professional Practice Day on Monday 21 August. No students will be required at school on this day. Teachers will, however, be leaving lesson plans on Compass so students can continue with their learning at home. 

PARENT-TEACHER-STUDENT CONFERENCES

Term 3 Parent-Teacher-Student Conferences will be taking place on Tuesday 5 September and Thursday 7 September. These conversations will again be undertaken online, with teachers being available for 5-minute interviews. Bookings will be made via Compass. More information about this event will be provided in the coming weeks.