Junior School Highlights
Welcome to 2017
Welcome back everyone, in particular to new students and parents across Years 7-9. We have a new team in the Junior School who are very keen to get to know each and every one of you. Please feel free to contact us via XUNO or the school number: 9571 7838.
Just some general housekeeping:
Ensure all books and uniform items are clearly labelled (including PE uniform and shoes)
Students have all the equipment they need to be successful
Students have a copy of their timetable at home so they are focused and organised
If you are planning a holiday during the school term, please ensure you contact the relevant coordinator well ahead of time. Teachers can then be notified of the absence and provide work so that students do not fall behind in their studies.
Important dates to note in your planner/diary:
Year 8 Camp: 22-24th March
Parent/Teacher Interviews: 28th March
It’s important to keep the lines of communication open so we can work together to ensure you child has a successful 2017.
Keira McLean
Junior School Leader
Year 7 Highlights
The Year 7 leadership team would like to welcome all students and parents into the Glen Eira College community. The transition into secondary school can be a challenging experience for students and families. We are here to support each member of Year 7 to ensure you get the most out of your time at Glen Eira.
It has been an exciting first few weeks of school. Camp was a great opportunity for students to meet new friends and get to know their teachers. The camp talent show revealed some hidden abilities, from both students and teachers! The Swimming Carnival was the first extra-curricular event of the year, and the Year 7 students participated excellently. We look forward to students getting involved in the many extra-curricular activities on offer throughout the year.
Please do not hesitate to contact the Year 7 leadership team via phone or Xuno if you have any concerns regarding your child.
Daniel Mulligan and Bernie Coghlan
Year 7 Coordinators
Year 9 Highlights
It’s been a busy start to the year as we have welcomed 14 new students to the Year 9 cohort. The rest of the year level have done a fantastic job at welcoming these students and helping them settle into their new school. The Year 9s have certainly shown that they are ready to become the leaders of the Junior School. Speaking of leaders, I am excited to work with our new Junior Captains - Zoe and John and the Vice-Captains - Chloe and Leah over the coming year. John and Zoe have written a little summary of their experiences in the first part of term below. Finally, please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any concerns about your child.
Fiona Finnegan
Year 9 Coordinator
From the Junior School Captians
The Junior school of Glen Eira College has had a spectacular start to 2017! With the Year 9s becoming the new leaders of the Junior School, the Year 8s returning for their second year and the Year 7s having a great time getting to know their school!
We all did exceptionally well in the swimming carnival, with many new students participating as well as many old faces. With a terrific effort from all houses, red was able to take the win! However it was a very close game with green coming second by 20 points!
The Junior School of Glen Eira College has shown a great attitude towards school during the first few weeks which we're certain they will maintain throughout the year.
John Fassoulis and Zoe Markopoulos
Junior School Captains