OTHER SCHOOL NEWS

Aaron Milsome Luke Scott

3D Design and Printing Club

Every Tuesday, room D11 becomes a hub for 3D design and printing, hosted by Mr. Milsome and Mr. Scott. All students eager to learn or enhance their design skills and bring their creations to life are welcome. Take advantage of some of the finest printing technologies available in Geelong's secondary schools, including an array of 3D filament and resin printers, a vacuum forming machine, and a sizable laser cutter. You will be guided on how to use these machines safely and efficiently.

Students are currently engaged in creating toys, game pieces, and items from their favourite shows and games, as well as cosplay costumes. This activity is free of charge and open to everyone. Don't miss out on the fun—drop in and give it a try!

Vera Dudas

Multicultural Community Liaison Officer

Multicultural Committee News

I trust everyone had a wonderful Easter break and is feeling refreshed for the upcoming term.

Our committee, enriched by a diverse array of members, deeply appreciates the involvement of NGSC parents, friends, service providers, and the broader school community in our events. We warmly welcome anyone interested in contributing to our school's events, such as the much-anticipated annual Multicultural Festival on October 25th, or those who wish to stay updated on our various activities, to join our committee. For more information or the latest news regarding the Multicultural Committee, please reach out to Vera Dudas through the school's Admin Office or watch for forthcoming updates.

Please note the date for our forthcoming meeting: Monday 6th May, at lunchtime (12:45 pm - 1:25 pm) in Room C5, opposite the Conference Room. We're thrilled to share that a representative from Multicultural Services Australia (previously known as Centrelink) will be our guest speaker, offering insights into the services they provide to the NGSC community. To catch up on these updates, make sure to join us on May 6th at 12:45 pm!

Your attendance at the meeting would be greatly appreciated!

Roger Conron

Careers Education Coordinator

Year 12 VCE Outdoor Environmental Studies - Week 1

Students spent two days and one night in the Brisbane Ranges. Students explored the historic gold town of Stieglitz, engaged in bushwalking, and challenged themselves with rock climbing. Students were investigating Unit 3 Outcome 2 - Key Knowledge

Indigenous peoples’ custodianship of outdoor environments including the formation of land and water councils.
Conservation, recreation, and economic relationships with outdoors environments.

Michelle Reed

First Aid Officer / Sick Bay

REMINDER

Students with conditions such as asthma, allergies, anaphylaxis, diabetes, and seizures are required to visit their general practitioner (GP) annually for the renewal of their medical plans. The school is currently awaiting the submission of many students' medical plans. Your prompt attention and cooperation in providing these documents are greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Tonia Tigani

International Student Program Coordinator

& Transitions Assistant

Young Leaders Breakfast

Recently our College proudly held its Annual Young Leaders Breakfast, where 12 Primary Schools from around the region and their Leaders attended.

This was an amazing and inspirational event for everyone that attended. Our guest speaker Aretha Brown demonstrated what leadership was about and how to achieve this by following your own personal goals and dreams.

Aretha shared her story, talking about the importance of finding ways to connect with other people in our communities and inspire creativity in the way we think about initiating change. As an artist, Aretha has inspired many with her murals and Australian Indigenous Art pieces that are exhibited in many well-known galleries around the world. Aretha is an experienced public speaker, appearing at many festivals and events representing a variety of organisations and is passionate about her heritage. She was the first woman and youngest person to ever hold the prestigious position of Prime Minister of the National Indigenous Youth Parliament.

Some of the key reflection points taken from Aretha were:

How would you respond to diversity if this was put forward?
Surround yourself with people that will always bring the best out in you.
If something doesn’t go your way, be positive, proactive and forge new pathways to achieve your goal.
In your pathway, will you focus on the positives in your life or the negatives?
Define yourself, you are not defined by labels.
JUST DO IT AND MAKE IT HAPPEN!

Teamwork and communication were also part of the morning events where the students used their skills to build a Lego car from memory and working together to create this, but the catch was, they were being timed. This exercise was largely enjoyed with big smiles and reaching the objective of each team working together to achieve the final product!