LEADERSHIP TEAM

Dear Students, Parents and Guardians,

I am writing to share the latest updates and achievements from our incredible students at the Sunraysia Careers Network VET Awards. We are thrilled to announce the nominations and awards received by our talented students.

Congratulations to all the students who received nominations in their respective VET subjects. Their hard work, dedication, and passion have truly paid off. We applaud the following students:

• Owen Beattie – VET Fitness and Recreation Industries
• Ruby Carson – VET Community Services
• Lauren Clifford – VET Applied Fashion Design
• Adam Collins – VET Design and Media
• Aidan Collins – VET Design and Media
• Kiara Curtin – VET Hair Services
• Cham Donato – VET Automotive
• Liam Dowling – VET Conservation and Primary Industries
• Poppi Evans – SBAT – Year 1
• Bianca Everett – VET Animal Care
• Hanna Flentjar – VET Animal Care
• Grace Keogh – VET Community Services
• Jorja Martin – VET Applied Fashion Design
• Shae Martin – VET Design and Media
• Regan Peters – VET Fitness and Recreation Industries
• Raya Robb – VET Music Industry
• Claire Saunders – VET Allied Health
• Jordan Shaddock – VET Electrical
• Shadee Swift – VET Wood Trades
• Ethan Wild – VET Music Industry

We would also like to extend our congratulations to the students who have won the Subject Awards for their exceptional dedication and commitment. Please join us in applauding:

• Hanna Flentjar – VET Animal Care Award
• Liam Dowling – VET Conservation and Primary Industries Award
• Shae Martin – VET Design and Media Award
• Regan Peters – VET Fitness and Recreation Industries Award

We are delighted to announce that Shae Martin has secured the Runner-Up prize for Student of the Year. This is an outstanding achievement and a testament to Shae's hard work and dedication.

We would like to acknowledge the efforts of our passionate and dedicated staff. Congratulations to Bradley Vallance for winning the prestigious VET Trainer of the Year award and Julia Lewis for being awarded VET Advocate of the Year. We would also like to recognize the outstanding contributions of Darren Le Gassick, Donald Mayne, and Jill Collier, who were nominated for the VET Trainer of the Year award.

As the year quickly comes to a close, it is essential that we maintain focus and commitment to finishing off our learning tasks appropriately. We encourage students to seek feedback from staff and reflect on the positives and areas for growth. Interim reports have been published on Compass, and we kindly ask students and parents to take the time to review these reports.

In regard to booklists, they have been sent out from the general office. If there are any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to the general office for assistance.

For our Year 9 students, exciting opportunities await as they gear up to participate in work-experience at the end of the year. Additionally, some students will have the chance to embark on a memorable Surf Camp experience.

The Year 12 exams have concluded, marking a significant milestone for our graduating students. We eagerly look forward to celebrating their achievements at our Whole School Awards night and Year 12 graduation, which will take place on the 13th of December 2023 at the Mildura Arts Centre.

I am delighted to inform you that I recently had the pleasure of having lunch with our 2024 School Captains and School Leaders. I am confident in saying that we are in very good hands with these young leaders who will guide our school in the future. We should all be immensely proud of the following students who have been selected to lead our school next year:

College Captains:                    Molly Gleeson & Regan Peters

Resilience Ambassador:       Kira Harkin

Compassion Ambassador:   Lucy Sharp

Success Ambassador:           Clare Saunders & Luka Baudewyns

Citizenship Ambassador:     Nguyen Nguyen

Inclusion Ambassador:         Lauren Clifford

First Nation Ambassador:    Jamaine Lawson-Chapman

Jen Chatfield our Junior Sub-School leader has been actively involved in coordinating activities and events that aim to ease the transition process for our young students. With her guidance, we have witnessed a pleasing increase in the number of year 7 enrolments for 2024. This positive outcome is a testament to her commitment to ensuring that every student feels welcome and supported as they embark on their secondary school journey.

The come and try days organized by Jen Chatfield have proven to be highly beneficial for the students, providing them with an opportunity to familiarize themselves with our school environment, meet their future classmates, and engage in various activities to build confidence and social connections. We believe these events have played a vital role in alleviating any anxieties associated with the transition from primary to secondary school.

Jen Chatfield's exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail have been instrumental in the success of these events. By involving our feeder primary schools, she has fostered stronger partnerships and collaboration between our institutions, which ultimately benefits the students and their families. We are grateful for her efforts in ensuring a seamless transition for our new year 7 students.

Should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us. Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership in your child's education.

Have a wonderful weekend,

Justin Matt

Executive Principal,

Red Cliffs Secondary College