Year 9

This term will be filled with exciting learning opportunities, activities, and events, so we encourage all students to stay organised, get involved, and do their best. 

Let's make Term 2 a positive and productive one for everyone! 

Intermediate AFL Success 

Congratulations to our Intermediate Girls and Intermediate Boys AFL teams on their outstanding performances and for successfully progressing to the next stage of competition. Both teams demonstrated excellent teamwork, sportsmanship, determination, and skill throughout the day, representing the school with pride. We wish all players the very best as they continue their AFL journey and look forward to seeing their success in the next round. 

Year 9 Members: Josh Stockx, Lachlan White, Melodi-Rose Southorn, Marley-Rose Minihan, Madison Colbert, Abigail Martin, Sophie Ashford, Millie Taylor, Eva Wright, Sky Adele  

Congratulations to Piper Campbell who was selected into the SSV 18U Girls Softball Team, and competed in the School Sports Australia (SSA) Softball Championships which were held in Blacktown NSW. 

Morrisby Profiling 

Congratulations to all Year 9 students for completing the Morrisby Profiling program so well. The program helps students explore their strengths, interests, and future career pathways to support informed subject and pathway choices.  Students will participate in their Morrisby interviews in Term 4, where they will have the opportunity to discuss their results and explore future education and career options in more detail. 

Zoo Summary by - Madison Colbert  

On Tuesday, 2 June, Year 9 Home Groups A, B, and C went to Melbourne Zoo. 

We all met at 9:00 am at Berwick Train Station to have the roll marked and go through the excursion expectations and rules. We boarded the 9:27 am train to Parkville and arrived at approximately 10:30 am. 

After arriving, we made our way to Melbourne Zoo using public transport. Along the journey, there were a few unexpected detours, reminding us that some teachers may occasionally need a little assistance with their navigation skills. When we arrived at the zoo, we were briefed on the activities for the day observing animals, and learning more about wildlife and conservation. 

At 1:40 pm, everyone met at the Dino Café for lunch. During the break, we were allowed to walk around and buy souvenirs, provided we returned to the meeting point by 2:10 pm for a final roll call before departing the zoo. We then made our way back to the train station and boarded the train home. Before long, we were back in Berwick after a busy and enjoyable day. 

Overall, the excursion was a great experience. We enjoyed seeing a wide range of animals, spending time with our friends, and learning outside the classroom. The day was made even better by the teachers who organised and supervised the trip, although some may still benefit from a refresher course in navigation!  

School Reminder 

A reminder to all students to ensure they are wearing the correct school uniform each day. Hoodies are not part of the school uniform and should not be worn at school. Students are also expected to wear navy blue school pants as part of the uniform requirements. 

Additionally, mobile phones are not to be used during school hours. Phones should remain switched off and stored away from the start of the school day until the final bell. 

Thank you for helping us maintain a positive and focused learning environment.

Year 9 Team Around the Learner

• Year 9 Learning Leader – Dylan Harris (dylan.harris@education.vic.gov.au)

• Year 9 Assistant Learning Leader – Noah Kent (noah.kent@education.vic.gov.au)

• Year 9 Assistant Learning Leader – Visal Ean (visal.ean@education.vic.gov.au)

• Year 9 Assistant Learning Leader - Maddison Fenton (maddison.fenton@education.vic.gov.au)

• Wellbeing Support - Travis Tuck