The Western Port Word

Instructional Practice and Student Empowerment

Assistant Principal Update

Brooke Roy

Womin Djeka. 

 

What a HUGE term we have had in rolling out Classroom Mastery and also in the student empowerment space!

 

Western Port Secondary College is dedicated to nurturing the leadership potential of Koorie students, providing them with opportunities to develop their skills and actively contribute to the school community. Through tailored programs and mentorship, these emerging leaders have played a pivotal role in promoting cultural awareness and inclusivity within the school. Our updated Semester 1 Marrung Action Plan can be found below.

Marrung Action Plan 2025 - WPSC Semester One.docx

 

KELiS Hosting at Western Port Secondary College - again!

Western Port Secondary College proudly hosted KELiS (Koorie Emerging Leaders in Schools)  bringing together students, educators and community leaders for a day of cultural connection, leadership development and collaboration.

 

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE DAY:

 

✅ Welcome to Country & Smoking Ceremony – Led by Josh West, this powerful opening grounded the event in cultural respect and recognition.

✅ 2025 KELiS Launch & VEC Sponsorship – Jeremy Nikora outlined the ongoing support from the Victorian Electoral Commission and our students, alongside EMC launched the 2025 program

✅ Frankston Tech School Introduction – Exploring innovative learning opportunities for students.

✅ Workshops & Yarning Circles –

 

  • Yarning with Josh & Bayley 

  • Getting to know you sessions with Nash and Mark 

  • Our student leaders in action!

Throughout the day, guest speakers including Bayley Mifsud (Merindah Gunya) and Josh West. The event concluded with a student reflection and a farewell from student leaders, reflecting on the deep connections and learning experiences gained throughout the day. A huge thank you to everyone involved in making KELiS a success once again at WPSC! We look forward to continuing this journey of leadership, learning and cultural pride.

 

CLASSROOM MASTERY PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION

 

In collaboration with Knowledge Society, Western Port Secondary College has successfully implemented Classroom Mastery strategies to enhance classroom management and student engagement. Developed by Dr. Tim McDonald, the Classroom Mastery program provides educators with the tools to create positive and productive learning environments. 

 

The implementation focused on:

  • Structured Learning Environments: Establishing clear routines and expectations to minimize disruptions and maximize learning time.

  • Teacher Support and Development: Offering professional learning, coaching, and resources to equip teachers with effective classroom management techniques. This has included over 165 classroom observations across the term!

We look forward to continuing our Classroom Mastery journey next term but for now, have a fantastic school holidays!

 

Kind Regards,

Brooke Roy