Alumni Updates
Celebrations!
Congratulations to Joshue Godfree (WS Class of '13) and Kharmen Godfree nee Teo (Class of '09) who recently celebrated the arrival of their second daughter! Baby Tenley was born on 23rd November 2023. Congratulations!
Congratulations to Noah Tibbals-Wilson (NWS Class of '22) and Terese Che Ferry (NWS Class of '22), who are recently engaged! Noah proposed to his co-College Captain on top of Mt Cannibal in Garfield. Congratulations!
Congratulations to Matthew Christl (NWS Class of '19) who proposed to his partner, Isabelle! The couple were engaged at Sorrento Back Beach, on 21st April 2024. Congratulations!
Congratulations to Sarah Adams nee Gillies (WS, Class of '15), who recently married her partner, Joshua Adams. The couple married at Immerse in the Yarra Valley, on 6th March 2024. Sarah's WCC classmate, Jenny Wu, was her Maid of Honour on the special day!
Alumnus represents Sri Lanka in soccer
Wade Dekker (WS, Class of 2014) was able to represent Sri Lanka in two recent friendlies against Brunei. Unfortunately, both games ended in a 1 nil loss, but he represented himself and his country, well.
Below is an excerpt from Knox Churches Soccer Club Facebook page.
"Wade and his family have been and continue to be a part of our club for years with Wade himself playing junior football here before going on to play in the A league for Melbourne City and in the NPL for various clubs. Congratulations Wade and good luck"
Congratulations Wade!
Alumni Appreciation Interview
What years did you attend Waverley Christian College?
I attended WCC from 2016 (Year 7) to 2021 (Year 12).
What or who motivated you at the College? What is your fondest memory of your years as a student?
I had really great teachers in VCE who encouraged me not only in my studies, but in my life in general. I could tell that they genuinely cared about me as a student and that motivated me to do well for them.
One of my fondest memories was shaving Mr Woolnough’s beard when we were in Year 12 – so glad we raised enough money to do it!
What were the biggest challenges you’ve faced since leaving School?
One of the biggest challenges that I’ve faced has just been adjusting to university and balancing work, studies and a social life. I never realised how much the routine of school helped me to stay on track.
What goals did you set yourself when you finished at WCC, and have you stuck to that plan?
I wanted to go to university to study teaching and work in a school environment while studying, which so far I have stuck to – still got 1 ½ years of studying to go.
What drew you to your area of work or study this year, and what do you love about it?
I am currently studying teaching and working at WCC as a Learning Support Assistant in our Supported Program of Applied Readiness for Community (SPARC). I have always loved teaching and I had so many great teachers whilst I was in school who mentored me throughout my years which inspired me to pursue teaching.
What is the best piece of advice you've ever been given?
Praise God through everything, no matter the circumstances you are going through. There is always something to be grateful for and praising God through the hard times helps shift your perspective off the bad and onto the good. Praising God also helps in leaning more into Him and trusting that He will provide and come through in what you are going through.
What excites you most about the future?
I am really excited to finish university and start working. I’m not sure where I want to work yet but I’m excited to see the path God opens up for me!
What advice do you have for current students?
While study is important, also remember to have fun. School is a really special time where you get to hang out with your friends all day so enjoy it while you are there.
(Miss Charlotte Roberts, Class of 2021)
2024 Reunion Recaps
NWS 5 Year Reunion (Class of 2019)
On Thursday 2nd May, the Narre Warren South Class of 2019 gathered to celebrate 5 Years since graduating. It was a fun night where students enjoyed dinner, reminiscing and a very entertaining trivia hosted by their teachers.
WS 5 Year Reunion (Class of 2019)
On Thursday 23rd May, the Wantirna South Class of 2019 gathered back at school in the Performing Arts Centre to celebrate 5 years since graduating. Students enjoyed a dinner, a Campus tour, chatting with past classmates and hearing from a few staff members.
Sports Chaplaincy Australia
The College has built a relationship with Sports Chaplaincy Australia who have provided speakers for chapel and supervisors for our Veta students. We encourage members of the broader College community to consider training for sports chaplaincy in their local club.
Love God and love sport?
Explore how you can serve God as a skilled pastoral care volunteer in the world of sport. Sports Chaplaincy Australia has FREE online training courses as well as advanced chaplaincy training courses. More details at Home - Sports Chaplaincy Australia (SCA)
Interested in a career at WCC?
The College loves exploring career conversations with our alumni and past students. Are you training to be a teacher or integration aide/learning assistant? We would love to hear from you! We have an expression of interest form that you can complete on our website. We are particularly interested in alumni who are now teachers who are interested to work with us in the New Year or are available for an interim role or would like to work as a Learning Assistant while studying. We also have career opportunities in IT, finance and administration roles. We invest in our graduates and early career teachers, so if you are a graduate or early career teacher, please let us know.
Here is the link to the expression of interest if you would be interested to join the WCC community!