Copperfield College News

College Principal Message 

Welcome to Term Four, the final term of this academic year. The holidays have passed, and students and staff have quickly settled back into the routine of teaching and learning that they know so well. Term Four is always a very busy one with many curriculum and extra-curricular activities on our calendar. October 22, saw the final day of our Year 12 students and it was celebrated in a respectful and enjoyable way. Teachers and students came together to a great celebration including a visit to their respective Junior campus. 

 

For the class of 2024, this marks the formal end of classes, it also marks the beginning of swat vac for those students undertaking their VCE final examinations. For other students it will mark a time when they move into full time or part time employment. This is both an exciting and stressful time for students, and parents. I take this opportunity and on behalf of the Copperfield College community, wish all students taking exams, all the best for a successful examination period. To the rest of the cohort of students I wish them the very best as they transition from education to employment. 

 

To the Year 7 to 11 students, I wish them a very productive and enjoyable Term 4.

 

A bit more about our College…

At Copperfield College, we are dedicated to empowering our students to discover their voices, recognize their talents, and face challenges head-on. Our commitment to academic excellence goes beyond simply acquiring knowledge; we focus on fostering essential skills in collaboration, communication, and critical and creative thinking.

 

We provide diverse opportunities for students to engage in various activities—be it on the sports field, in music, public speaking, drama, social justice initiatives, or through our numerous clubs. We encourage students to build meaningful relationships within our vibrant community, enabling them to pursue excellence while uplifting others.

 

As a large multi-campus college, we offer an environment rich with opportunities for participation, leadership, and personal growth. Our diversity is a strength, and we learn from one another, supporting each other in achieving our fullest potential.

 

Our dedicated staff cultivates a culture of continuous improvement and excellence. Passionate about education, we bring specialized expertise in coeducational education to create safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning spaces.

 

Our modern facilities are equipped with the latest technology and purpose-built spaces for sports, performing arts, science, STEM, and the arts. Guided by our motto, "One College, three sites, one family," we strive to ensure the best possible outcomes for our students in a safe and happy environment.

 

Japanese Sister School Visit October 22 – November 6

Ms Mary Chiodo – Campus Principal, together with teachers; Ms Junko Takahama, Mr Bobby Todorovski, Ms Taylor Van Orsouw and twenty LOTE Japanese students from across the College have travelled to Japan to visit our siter school Fuji Junior High (FJH). 

 

This sister school relationship has been in place since 1996, and it is one of the longer public-school relationships in the state of Victoria. We treasure our sister school relationship with FJH as it provides a myriad of advantages for our LOTE Japanese students and the wider school community. This is our first visit after Covid, and next year Fuji JHS will reciprocate a visit to Copperfield College. 

 

A big thank you to Ms Mary Chiodo for organising and leading the trip. Special thank you to the participating teachers.

 

We look forward to many great pictures and stories from the overseas visit. 

 

Virtual School Familiarisation Tour 

Early in Term 3, our school participated in a DoE initiative to promote our international students’ program through the creation of a promotional videoclip showcasing our strong international students’ program, our school facilities and the great opportunities international and local students ae provided when they choose to enrol at Copperfield College.

 

This video clip has been launched on Thursday October 23, along with four other public schools and during the international students’ exhibition in Victoria. Many agents from around the world also participated were online viewing our presentation. 

 

A big thank you to Ms Soula Dedes – Campus Principal, Mr Ha To – International Students Coordinator and a number of other staff members, for their work organising the students during the filming day.  Of course thank you to our wonderful student ambassadors and all those featuring in the video clip contributing to this excellent production.

 

Here is the link.

Copperfield College Virtual School Familiarisation Video

 

2025 Year 7 & 8 scholarship program

Early this year, the Copperfield Scholarship Program has been reviewed and evaluated. An updated scholarship program has been relaunched for the 2025 and beyond academic years. Thank you to Andrew Atherton -Campus Principal and Michael Gruis – Campus Principal who have led this work.

 

The new scholarship program promotes and recognises outstanding commitment by primary school students who have displayed a strong involvement in their school community. It rewards exemplary young people who are exceptional in different areas and possess personal qualities and values that will contribute to the life of Copperfield College.

 

Scholarships are awarded for two years commencing in Year 7 and then reviewed going into year 8. Scholarship recipients are Grade 6 students who will attend Copperfield College in Year 7 the following year. 

 

The Scholarship is valued at approximately $4500 and includes the following for both Year 7 & 8:

  • Full value of school fees
  • Full set of Copperfield College uniform
  • Chromebook
  • Books
  • All Camps
  • Excursions

There are 5 scholarships per campus in the following categories.

 

Academic Excellence Scholarships are available to students with an exemplary academic record who have demonstrated outstanding application and achievement in one or more of English, Mathematics or Science, together with a strong performance in general studies.

 

Student Leadership Scholarships are available to students who have demonstrated leadership skills. The successful applicant(s) will have excellent communication skills, display initiative, and have a passion to motivate, delegate, guide and direct fellow students.

 

Community (Good Citizenship) Scholarships are available to students who have made a significant demonstrable contribution to their community. The successful applicant(s) will display a strong social conscience as well as an outstanding work ethic and behaviour.

 

Sporting Excellence Scholarships are available to keen sports persons who have shown outstanding aptitude and personal achievement in one or many sporting field(s).

 

The Arts Scholarships are available to students who have displayed excellence and shown commitment in one or more of the Arts (such as; Drama, Music, Dance, Visual Arts). Successful applicants should have a record of involvement in all aspects of primary school life in addition to artistic talent.

 

This year we had a large number of very strong applicants for our scholarships, which made it very difficult on the selection panel to make their final decisions. Thank you to all students who have applied for the Copperfield College scholarship program. 

 

It is with great pleasure that I announce the 2025 Year 7 & 8 scholarship recipients. Congratulations to the students, their families and of course their respective primary school communities. We are looking forward to welcoming these students to our College, next year. They will be positively contributing to the life of the College, leading our student cohorts in their respective categories.

 

Academic Excellence

  • Elena Nguyen (Kings Park PS) – Kings Park Campus
  • Baazil Sharma (Springside PS) – Sydenham Campus 

Student Leadership 

  • Palace Tran (Movelle PS) – Kings Park Campus
  • Jada Lazaro (Sydenham Hillside PS) – Sydenham Campus 

Community (Good citizenship)

  • Annie Huynh (Stephensville PS) – Kings Park Campus
  • Diva Mai (Movelle PS) – Sydenham Campus

Sporting Excellence

  • Meesam Ali (Mackeller PS) – Kings Park Campus
  • James Jozinovic (Sydenham Hillside PS) – Sydenham Campus

The Arts 

  • Sahaana Johnson (Kings Park PS) – Kings Park Campus
  • Jack Jerome (Parkwood Green PS) Sydenham Campus 

All scholarships will be presented to the students, families and primary school community during a primary school assembly. I will be attending the assemblies, together with the respective Campus Principals to make the presentation. 

 

 

 

Nick Adamou

College Principal