Middle School News
Year 7 to 9
City Experience Reflection - Student Reports
City experience was an absolute blast, what a week to remember! Packed with fun-filled and exhilarating activities, it was a great opportunity for the year 9 students to traverse freely and independently around the city! I personally loved Sea Life the best, as we were able to witness and touch a plethora of different sea creatures like penguins, sharks, starfishes and more. However, having only been at City experience for 1 day because of the flu, my highlight for the week is limited! I felt that although there were so many awesome activities throughout the week, the best part was simply travelling around the city with my friends, arguing over the navigations, getting lost 5 times and almost taking the 906 out of the city at 10 in the morning! All in all, it was a great way to end our year on a high.
Written by Darell H
Middle School Captain
City Experience. Two words that taught me so much over a period of just a week. Ranging from navigation skills to teamwork skills and most importantly being independent, everything that is needed in our daily lives not just during schooling but post-graduation as well. Every morning despite the chilly weather, the spirit was sparking with warmth and eagerness. Smiles from cheek to cheek were present as everyone gathered together with hot chocolates in their hands, wrapped in warm jackets as they enthusiastically waited for the day to commence. With not a minute to spare, our busy schedule was filled with various engaging activities which we learned lots from, like the Shrine of Remembrance, MCG Tour, Street Art Tour, Old Melbourne Gaol as well as the Magistrates Court. Trying out a range of different cuisines was one of my highlights of the trip. I got to explore new foods that I would have never tried out before if it wasn’t for City Experience, like my favourite, Xiao Long Bao (Soup Dumplings). City experience was definitely an opportunity to remember and relish.
Written by Rhianna D
Middle School Captain
City Experience... a week full of excitement, and activities containing rich culture regarding our city! Well, at least for year nine students, not my mum, who rides on the 905 and had to deal with the students' boisterous talking (sorry mum!). As a collective, I'm sure the majority of year nine can agree that City Experience was tiring due to the walking and activities (it was also freezing). In my humble opinion, I think that the Carbon Futures (Botanical Garden tour) and the Street Art Tour were the best activities (totally not because I'm an artist and nature enjoyer). Visiting the Botanical Gardens was breathtaking. I loved seeing all the trees, plants and flowers and although it was the middle of Winter, the flora and fauna were impressive and beautiful. As for the Street Art tour, I was taken aback by how distinct the art styles were. Every street art piece seemed to be different and unique in its own way. All in all, City Experience was an exhausting but compelling year nine occasion.
Written by Chloe K
Middle School Vice Captain
It was a week, only just a week in the city, but a week filled with thrill, adventure, and enthusiasm. From waking up earlier than ever to navigating our way through the city, the entire week brought out different shades of determination, confidence, and creativity. Day by day, in a blink of an eye, the week went by leaving us with memories of a lifetime. When visiting the MCG, you would expect that there would be no seats left, and overcrowding would be an understatement, however, we year nine students had the opportunity to experience the grandeur of one of Australia's best sports stadiums and what happens behind the scenes. Not just this, but we explored some of Melbourne's history by visiting the Old Melbourne Gaol where we learnt about the intriguing stories of some very famous inmates such as Ned Kelly and Squizzy Taylor. All in all, the whole city experience was enjoyable and a great chance to learn more about ourselves and our capabilities.
Written by Nishtha B
Middle School Vice Captain
I'm not sure how to describe the City Experience, it was a lot of fun studying with friends and exploring the city. However, there were some minor disagreements in my group. I still think it was fantastic. We would ride the 906 bus to the city every day; the ride was cramped and uncomfortable, but it was an experience, after all. You can't always have your mum driving you everywhere. All city experience groups took part in a race to kick off my week. The race was full of surprises, I got to know my group mates better throughout this time. One of my group's favourite activities was getting lost, leaving group members on trams and buses, and running through city streets because we were running late. In my group, this is typical. I'll never forget the time the tram closed right in front of my eyes and only one of the 4 people got on. The rest of us began laughing ourselves to death. Before this incident, something made our day even better, our group of 8 got split in half because half of us got on the wrong tram. I really enjoyed sea life on the last day. It was wonderful to take the time to observe the animals, take pictures, and record the moments. I would always want to go back to this week if I had a time machine.
Written by Simona L
Middle School Vice Captain
STEMinist Workshop - Student Report
Last Thursday, a few selected students were chosen to attend the STEMinista event in the city's CBD. We learned about rail infrastructure and were even given our little own project to make a railway station.
Thanks to the many program managers that were there to guide us along the way we were able to have a deeper dive into what happens behind the scenes of the Railway projects.
Written by Ella T - 7C
2023 Courtyard Tales - College Magazine - Place your order now
East Doncaster Secondary College annually publishes a College magazine called Courtyard Tales. Complied by a dedicated team of teachers and students, it is a celebration of the events that have occurred in 2022. With photos from camps, College events, house and student led activities as well as a page for autographs at the back, the College magazine makes a great keepsake.
Copy of last year Magazine
Copy of last year Magazine
The College Magazine is now available to pre-order through the event on Compass for $26.50.
Please note that the College Magazine was not included in the 2022 Parent Payments this year. The only way to purchase one is by pre-purchasing one before the due date. Orders will only be placed for those who have purchased.
Eileen Nguyen
College Magazine Coordinator
Child Safety and Wellbeing at East Doncaster Secondary College: information for families and the school community
The Victorian Government has announced new Child Safe Standards to further strengthen child safety across organisations, including schools. The new standards recognise the critical importance of families and the broader school community in maintaining and promoting child safety and wellbeing.
East Doncaster Secondary College has reviewed and updated our child safety policies and procedures to ensure they meet the requirements of the new standards. These are available to view on our school’s website, on a Compass News Feed, at the school’s Reception.
We are committed to continuous improvement in our approach to child safety and wellbeing and welcome feedback from families and members of our school community on ways we can further strengthen our child safety policies, procedures and practices.
If you have any suggestions, comments or questions, please contact the Principal, John Roberts or Assistant Principal, Cameron Campbell.
https://www.eastdonsc.vic.edu.au/our_school/child-safety-standards
Student Medical Expenses
Parents/carers are reminded that they are liable for all medical expenses incurred as a result of a student’s injury or medical need, including transport costs such as ambulance costs (this may include an air ambulance should that be considered necessary).
Parents/carers are responsible for any medical expenses (including ambulance costs) incurred if their child is injured or requires medical treatment or an ambulance while at school or participating in a school activity.
Parents/carers may not be called if an ambulance is required, until after an ambulance is called, depending on the situation. The College staff will use their judgment as to what action to take in cases of a student’s accident or sudden illness.
We encourage parents/carers to have up-to-date ambulance cover and medical insurance.
Damage to Students’ Personal Items/Property
Parents/guardians are reminded that any personal item/property that is brought to school by a student is the responsibility of the student and is not the responsibility of the school and is not covered by school insurance. Refer to Personal Possessions Of Students Policy in the EDSC Policy handbook on the College website. Students are responsible for personal items/property they bring to school. Neither the Department nor the school is responsible if any student’s personal item/property is lost, stolen or damaged.
Privacy and Data at East Doncaster Secondary College
East Doncaster Secondary College uses several digital platforms to support your child’s education, such as Compass, Google Drive, Office 365, Edapt, Oliver Library Management System. The College has an Information Security Policy and complies with the Department of Education and Training Privacy Policy. The attached documents provide further information about these services, privacy and how data is managed.Privacy information for these platforms can be viewed here:
1 to 1 Digital Learning Program 2022
In 2022 we will continue with our whole school 1 to 1 Digital Learning Program for all students.
The purchase of these devices is crucial to the learning program as students will access eBooks rather than an extensive number of expensive textbooks.
Details of the 1 to 1 Digital Learning Program for all students and important information regarding suitable devices are detailed in the attached policy.
**Please note that the JB Hi Fi Solutions portal is no longer open for the sale of devices. This service is not available for 2022 purchases.
Student Compass ID/Library/PTV Cards
Please remind all students that they must carry their Student Compass ID/Library/PTV Cards with them at all times.
ALL students must sign in/out with their card at the General Office when they are arriving late or leaving early for any reason. A reminder that Year 12 students are required to sign in/out at The John Landy Centre Compass Kiosk.
The cards are also used for any student photocopying that is done at school. The EDSC Student Compass ID/Library/PTV is also the student PTV (Public Transport Victoria) cards. They are required to carry this card as student identification while travelling on public transport.
If a student loses their card, parents/guardians are able to re-order a replacement card via the Compass parent portal.
