Assistant Principal's Report

I hope all students and their families had a wonderful holiday and are feeling refreshed and ready for the new school year. We look forward to working alongside Year 10, 11, and 12 students and their families to support them in achieving a successful secondary school experience.

At Wyndham Central College, we believe that high expectations, strong partnerships between families and the College, and open two-way communication are essential in helping students achieve their goals and aspirations.

We sincerely appreciate your attendance at the Step-Up Tutor Teacher Conferences at the end of last year. As a reminder, your child’s Tutor Teacher is your first point of contact for any concerns or queries. If you need assistance, I encourage you to reach out so that any issues can be addressed promptly.

Parent Information Evening – Year 11 & 12

We invite all parents and carers of Year 11 and 12 students to attend an important Parent Information Evening on:

📅 Tuesday, 4th of March🕕6:00 PM – 7:00 PM📍College Auditorium

During this session, our Leading Teachers will provide valuable information regarding:

College and VCAA requirements
Expectations for senior students
Future pathways and career guidance
A Q&A session with past students

We look forward to seeing you there!

Senior Leadership Team

For reference, here are the key staff supporting our senior students:

Assistant Principal (Years 10-12): Bryan Woollard
Year 12 Year Level Leader: Harpreet Singh
Year 11 Year Level Leader: Callum Walker
Year 10 Year Level Leader: Daniel Robson
Senior Years Programs Leaders: Patricia Walker & Eddy Hatzis
Pathways and Transition Leader: Pina Siragusano

Mobile Phone Policy Reminder

In line with the Department of Education’s Mobile Phone Policy, personal mobile phones must not be used at Wyndham Central College during school hours (8:55 AM – 3:00 PM), including breaks one and two.

College Promotion Policy & Attendance Expectations

We remind parents and students that in order to progress through their studies, students must maintain a 100% attendance rate in all subject areas, unless absent due to illness.

📌 SAC Absences: If a senior student is absent on the day of a SAC (School Assessed Coursework), they must provide a doctor’s certificate to be eligible to complete the SAC for a scored assessment.

Student Planners & Organization

At the start of the year, all students were provided with a College Planner (diary). We encourage parents to review this planner and support students in using it effectively for tracking important dates, assessments, and homework.

Student Leadership – School Captains 2025

The School Captains play a crucial role in representing the student body, and we are incredibly proud of their leadership. They did a fantastic job as Masters of Ceremony at our 2024 Awards Afternoon, and we are confident they will continue to lead by example throughout this year.

🎓 School Captains 2025:

Tala Clarete and Alice Di

🎓 School Vice Captains 2025:

Liam Power and Nicole Sarmiento

We look forward to an exciting and successful year ahead!

Alex De-Leon - Acting Assistant Principal Years 10 - 12

Year Level Leader's Report - Year 10

A warm welcome to all the families of our new Year 10 students as they begin their journey as senior students.

This is a significant year, as students will be making important decisions about their VCE pathways and considering their future options beyond school. It has been fantastic to see so many students start the year with focus and determination, striving to achieve their best. To support them in this, students will have 30 minutes of WYNtime each morning, providing them with the best opportunity to stay prepared and work towards their goals.

We are already seeing students step up as leaders, with Year 10 class captains recently elected. These students will be recognised and celebrated in an upcoming assembly. Additionally, we will soon announce the three successful School Representative Council (SRC) candidates. A huge thank you to all students who nominated and put so much effort into their presentations.

With swimming carnivals and athletics carnivals just around the corner there will be more opportunities to celebrate the successes of our Year 10 students.

Year 10 Tutor Teachers

Tutor teachers will serve as the primary point of contact for any concerns regarding students. The Year 10 2025 Tutor Team consists of:

10A Scott Lynch 10B Melanie Kosinski 10C Ray Sherriff

10D Rebecca Zarafa 10E Nidhi Sharma 10F Sheilah Matanda

10G Nikki Nguyen 10H Ajay Shah 10J Tony Di Fabrizio

10S Riady Perdana

Additionally, we are proud to introduce other key members of the Year 10 Team who play a vital role in supporting both students and staff:

Year 10 Year Level Coordinator - Rebecca Zarafa

Year 10 Year Level Administration Assistant - Kerri De Domenico

Other Year 10 2025 attached staff - Kody Yates, Steve Eadie, Ian O'Meara

Ana Serovska, Julie Stewart,

Elena Woloszczenko,

Emily Wrigglesworth

Please keep contacting your child’s tutor teacher about attendance, any concerns and any celebrations we should know about.

Dan Robson – Year 10 Year Level Leader

daniel.robson2@education.vic.gov.au

Year Level Leader's Report - Year 11

Wyndham Central College and the Year 11 Team warmly welcome all students and families as we embark on the 2025 academic year.

It has been great getting to know students over the last week, and a massive thank you to those who went out of their way to make me feel welcome at the College. It has been impressive to see the enthusiasm and commitment students have demonstrated as they begin their journey as Year 11 students at Wyndham Central College. During our Setup for Success Day, students were able to develop connections with their peers and teachers. They also set goals around what they aim to achieve across their VCE/VM studies.

At the end of last year and during the first weeks of the school year, students nominated themselves for various leadership roles, including SRC representative, Class Captain, and House Captain. A ballot will be held with the Year 11 students very soon. Successful candidates will be announced shortly.

This year, the tutor teachers consist of the following staff members. These staff members will be your main point of contact if any issues with your child arise. The Year 11 2025 team is:

Year 11 Tutor Teachers

Tutor teachers will serve as the primary point of contact for any concerns regarding students. The Year 11 2025 Tutor Team consists of:

11A Amy Cole 11B Jessica Pine 11C Audrey D'Eau Sundanum

11D Filip Obradovic 11E Raquel Rario 11F Vonda Nelson

11G Jesse Damjanovski 11H Ashlin Brown 11J Alasdair Morrison

11K Marisa Stangherlin

Additionally, we are proud to introduce other key members of the Year 11 Team who play a vital role in supporting both students and staff:

Year 11 Year Level Coordinator - Fay Barrow

Year 11 Year Level Administration Assistant - Kerri De Domenico

Other Year 11 2025 attached staff - Sam Shea, Shalika Sharma,

Navin Pratap, Luke Guarnaccia,

Ashley Cornell, Caitlin Braddy

Sashi Mani, Colleen Brown

Please keep contacting your child’s tutor teacher about attendance, any concerns and any celebrations we should know about.

Callum Walker – Year 11 Year Level Leader

callum.walker@education.vic.gov.au

Year Level Leader's Report - Year 12

Wyndham Central College and the Year 12 Team warmly welcome all students and families to the 2025 school year.

We are pleased to share that students have settled in well during their first week, forming connections with their new classmates, tutor teachers, and subject teachers. The "Setting Up for Success" days were truly a success, filled with enthusiasm, teamwork, and shared smiles.

A special mention goes to the students who participated in the Tutor Challenge, where they designed boats using various materials and competed in a relay race on the basketball courts. Their creativity and teamwork not only made for an exciting competition but also entertained and inspired our new Year 7 cohort.

Year 12 Tutor Teachers

Tutor teachers will serve as the primary point of contact for any concerns regarding students. The Year 12 2025 Tutor Team consists of:

12A Emily Bellin 12B Tania Taylor 12C Chris Walter 12D Andrew Wokulski 12E Nicole Smith 12F Patricia Walker

12G Fiona Toloa 12V Jay Nagan

Additionally, we are proud to introduce other key members of the Year 12 Team who play a vital role in supporting both students and staff:

Year 12 Year Level Coordinator - Claudia Esquivel

Year 12 Year Level Administration Assistant - Kerri De Domenico

Other Year 12 2025 attached staff - Lindell Cutter, Lilibeth Lee,

Phoebe Harrowfield, Anita Herbert,

Eddy Hatzis, Pina Siragusano

School Leadership Team

We would also like to extend our congratulations to the 2025 School Captains and Vice Captains, who were selected through a rigorous selection process involving applications, speeches, voting, and interviews:

School Captains - Tala Clarete and Alice Di

Vice School Captains – Liam Power and Nicole Sarmiento

In the coming weeks, students will have the opportunity to refine their career goals by meeting with the Careers and Pathways Team. These discussions will help students establish clear objectives, ensure they meet prerequisites for their chosen courses or career paths, and develop the skills necessary for a smooth transition into tertiary education and employment.

We encourage families to support their child's academic journey by fostering a productive study environment, ensuring access to essential resources, and maintaining open communication with both their child and the school.

Upcoming Important Dates for Term 1, 2025

13/02/25 – Thursday - Swimming Carnival

10/03/25 – Monday – Labour Day Public Holiday

04/03/25 - Tuesday - Senior Secondary Certificate Parent Info Night 6pm - 7pm

27/03/25 – Thursday - Athletics Carnival

31/03/25 – Monday – School Photos

01/04/25 – Tuesday - PST Conferences (10:30am – 6:30pm)

04/04/25 – Friday – Last Day of Term 1

The Year 12 Team looks forward to collaborating with students and families throughout 2025 and fostering a shared vision for student success.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to your child’s tutor teacher or me.

Harpreet Singh – Year 12 Year Level Leader

harpreet.singh@education.vic.gov.au

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