Year 8 & 9 

Assistant Principal's Report

As we move into November it is wonderful to see our school community continuing to demonstrate commitment, enthusiasm and resilience as we approach the final weeks of the school year. Term 4 is always a busy and important time for our students and staff, providing opportunities to celebrate achievements, consolidate learning and prepare for the next stage of each student's educational journey.

A Strong Focus on Learning

With the end of the school year approaching, maintaining a strong focus on learning, engagement and attendance remains a priority. Every lesson provides an opportunity for students to build their knowledge, develop important skills and make progress towards their learning goals. We encourage all students to make the most of the opportunities available to them, arrive prepared for learning and maintain consistent attendance throughout the term.

 Positive Behaviour and Respect

As a school, we continue to emphasise the importance of demonstrating our school values through positive behaviour, respect and responsibility. Creating a safe, inclusive and orderly learning environment is a shared responsibility. We expect all students to treat one another with kindness, respect the learning of others and contribute positively to our school community.

The small things matter: being on time to class, following classroom expectations, using respectful language and supporting peers all contribute to a positive school culture. Thank you to families for continuing to reinforce these expectations and work in partnership with us.

Student Opportunities and Achievements

It is always pleasing to see students participating in the many learning, sporting, cultural and extracurricular opportunities offered throughout the school. These experiences allow students to discover their strengths, build confidence, develop friendships and establish a strong sense of belonging.

We thank our dedicated staff who continue to provide these opportunities and go above and beyond to support students both inside and outside the classroom. Their commitment makes a significant contribution to the life of our school.

Looking Ahead

As we move towards the end of the year, there will be a number of important activities, celebrations and transition opportunities for students across all year levels. 

Our Step Up program is the central part of this and we encourage students to remain present at school, engaged, maintain high expectations of themselves and finish the year positively. We have planned and are significantly subsidising end of year activities for middle years students.

Thank you to our students and staff for the energy and commitment they bring to our school each day. Let us continue to work together to make the final part of the year a positive, productive and successful one for everyone.

Megan Taylor - Assistant Principal Years 8 - 9

Year Level Leader's Report Year 8

As we move towards the end of another busy and rewarding year, it’s wonderful to see our Year 8 students continuing to grow, challenge themselves and make the most of their learning opportunities.

November and December are shaping up to be busy months, with important assessment periods, transition activities and some exciting opportunities for students to finish the year on a positive note.

We recently celebrated World Teachers’ Day on October the 30th, recognising the dedication, commitment and care that teachers bring to their work every day. It was a great opportunity to acknowledge the staff who support, encourage and inspire our students throughout their learning journey.

On Monday 2 November, staff came together to work on our school's Annual Implementation Plan. This important planning day provided an opportunity for teachers to reflect on our current practices, identify areas for improvement and plan strategies to further strengthen learning and wellbeing outcomes for all students.

There are several important dates coming up for our Middle Years students. Please take note of the following:

• 25–26 November: Year 7 and 8 Examinations – an opportunity for students to demonstrate their learning and reflect on the progress they have made throughout the year.
• 27 November: Year 7–9 Transition Day – students will have the opportunity to experience their next year level and begin preparing for the year ahead.
• 30 November – 1 December: Middle Years Goal Setting – students will reflect on their achievements, identify areas for growth and set meaningful goals for their future learning.
• 3 December: Year 8 Zoo Excursion – a fantastic opportunity for students to enjoy a day of learning, exploration and connection outside the classroom.

As we approach the end of the school year, we encourage students to maintain their positive routines, stay organised and continue demonstrating our school values. With examinations and transition activities approaching, getting enough sleep, staying hydrated and maintaining a healthy balance between schoolwork and downtime will help students finish the year strongly.

Thank you to our families for your ongoing support throughout the year. Your partnership plays an important role in helping our young people feel supported, connected and ready to learn.

We look forward to a positive and exciting end to the year!

Allan Nilsen - Year 8 Year Level Leader    

andreas.nilsen@education.vic.gov.au          

8A Kanika Sharma                 8B Peta Hills                                  8C Alex De Leon

8D Brett Vevers                       8E Chris Lennon                          8F Tony Di Fabrizio 

8G Harpreet Kaur                  8H Emily Wrigglesworth          8J Sandy Tran

Year 8 Year Level Leader                        Allan Nilsen 

Year Level Coordinator                           Connor McKenzie

Year 8 Administration Assistants:      Sharon Hamilton & Angela Whitfield

Attached Year 8 staff:                                Joshua Minns, Troy West, Isabella Rafaelle,

                                                                            Roby Corelli, Scott Lynch,

                                                                            Chris Palatsides, Sagun Sharma

Year Level Leader's Report Year 9 

I cannot believe our time together is coming to an end. Year 9s have jumped straight into Term 4, steadily preparing for exams and Year 10.

This term, we’ve seen the final tutor-class-led assemblies, with 9D and 9F hosting the Week 4 and Week 5 assemblies. Our wonderful SRC representatives also led their own assembly in Week 3. The SRC, 9D and 9F have all done a fantastic job of leading our cohort, each bringing their own flair and spark.

Well done to the following students who received Student of the Week this term:

• Week 1 – Haadia Majid of 9S
• Week 2 – Ben Taroy of 9C

• Week 4 – Jade Farrell of 9D

Our Tutor Challenge has been judged, and the winner will be announced at next week’s assembly. Each class has done a fantastic job decorating the windows in Deakin. Every display is a wonderful reflection of that tutor class’s personality and creativity.

This Year 9 cohort never fails to surprise me. You continue to embrace the unexpected, support one another and grow into amazing role models for the year levels below.

I am incredibly proud of everything you have achieved this year. 

Amelia Coster - Year 9 Year Level Leader

amelia.coster@education.vic.gov.au

9A  Patrick Bur                          9B Tanishka Singh                9C Ashlyn Hill

9D Anthony McLellan            9E Lily Zhou                           9F Ruchika Midha 

9G Deyi Wei                                 9S Riady Perdana

Year 9 Year Level Leader                        Amelia Coster

Year 9 Year Level Coordinator             Caitlin Braddy 

Year 9 Administration Assistants:      Sharon Hamilton & Angela Whitfield

Attached Year 9 staff:                                Benjamin Kenna,  Dillon Croce, 

                                                                            Samantha Mikulas, Shea Rutzou,

                                                                            Bily Bosevski, Andew Liu