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Beaumaris Secondary College
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FRIDAY 18 OCTOBER 2024
YEAR 7 2025 || A huge thank you to all the Year 7 families of 2025 who attended our information evening last night. A special shout-out to our current students for their insightful presentations and amazing musical performances. Thank you to our wonderful Parents' Association for providing yummy cupcakes, adding a lovely touch to the night. We can’t wait for Orientation Day and all the exciting adventures ahead!
FRIDAY 18 OCTOBER 2024
FAREWELL YEAR 12 || What an incredible week it’s been, filled with laughter, memories and fun. Today, we wrapped up our onsite celebrations with a Farewell Breakfast and whole-school Assembly, followed by a memories video and, of course, the signing of uniforms and distribution of yearbooks. As is now tradition, our Year 7s formed a guard of honour to farewell our Year 12s as they left the assembly for the last time – a symbolic moment that captures the essence of our school community. We can’t wait for the much-anticipated Graduation Dinner at the MCG next week – next stop, exams! Your future is bright, Class of 2024!
SUNDAY 20 OCTOBER 2024
YEAR 12 FAREWELL ASSEMBLY || Photos from this special day will be available for download in our next newsletter! (See the Year 12 Graduation & Farewell Assembly page of this newsletter!)
MONDAY 21 OCTOBER 2024
BSC LADIES’ LUNCH || A HUGE thank you to our amazing Parents' Association for orchestrating yet another wonderful Ladies’ Lunch! The afternoon was filled with fun, connection and great energy. Special thanks to Zoe Daniel MP for joining us as our guest speaker and delivering such an inspiring presentation. We also extend our sincerest gratitude to our local businesses for their generous spot prizes and raffle contributions. Please support those who support us – list attached!
MONDAY 21 OCTOBER 2024
STATE ATHLETICS SUCCESS || Our athletes delivered outstanding performances at the State Athletics Championships today! Big congratulations to:
Ada S - 1st in High Jump and 6th in Long Jump
Kiara M - 4th in the 3000m and 3rd in the 1500m
Isabella W - 3rd in Triple Jump
James S - 6th in the 200m
James S, Arley H, Jake L & Zach S – 5th in the 15 Boys 4x100m relay
You've represented Beauie with pride!
TUESDAY 22 OCTOBER 2024
BUILDING BRIDGES IN MATHS || Our Year 7 students are exploring the strength of triangles as they build bridges for our Measurement and Geometry topic. It's great to see their teamwork in action!
TUESDAY 22 OCTOBER 2024
SUPPORT OSKAR IN THE VICSRC EXECUTIVE ELECTION || Oskar E in Year 8 is running in the VicSRC Executive Election! You can vote for him and learn more about his candidacy via https://sites.google.com/view/oskar-edwardes-candidate/home. Let’s support Oskar as he aims to make a difference. Good luck, Oskar!
WEDNESDAY 23 OCTOBER 2024
ARCHITECTURE SITE ANALYSIS || Yesterday, our Year 9 & 10 Architecture students had an insightful day at Chadstone Shopping Centre, conducting a site analysis as part of their PBL. They explored existing and upcoming commercial spaces, gaining valuable insights into the real-life context and demands of Commercial Architecture. This experience will enrich their projects and enhance their understanding of the field.
WEDNESDAY 23 OCTOBER 2024
EXPLORING LIGHT REFRACTION || Our Year 8 BEST students delved into the fascinating world of science with a cow eye dissection, exploring lenses and the principles of light refraction! It was an engaging hands-on experience that sparked curiosity and deepened their understanding of how we see the world around us.
WEDNESDAY 23 OCTOBER 2024
GEOGRAPHY FIELDWORK CAMP || Our VCE Unit 2 Geography students attended their fieldwork camp at Phillip Island this week! They explored the environmental, social, economic and cultural impacts of tourism in the region, with visits to key locations like The Penguin Parade and The Nobbies. As part of their commitment to environmental stewardship, the students participated in a beach cleanup, collecting plastic and other debris to help preserve the local ecosystem. They also investigated both local and global tourism, evaluating strategies to enhance positive impacts while addressing the balance between supporting tourism and respecting the environment and the needs of the local community.
THURSDAY 24 OCTOBER 2024
YEAR 9 COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS PROGRAM || Our second group of Year 9 students have commenced the Community Connections Program. This initiative fosters social awareness and character development through volunteering. Students have chosen placements at local schools and early learning centres, and it’s great to see them making a difference!
THURSDAY 24 OCTOBER 2024
YEAR 12 GRADUATION || Last night’s Year 12 Graduation Dinner at the 'G was an unforgettable evening, celebrating the amazing Class of 2024!
FRIDAY 25 OCTOBER 2024
WORLD TEACHERS’ DAY || Hats off to all of the AMAZING teachers at Beaumaris Secondary College! Your unwavering dedication to educating, inspiring and supporting our students is nothing short of outstanding. We value you every single day, not just today!
FRIDAY 25 OCTOBER 2024
YEAR 12 GRADUATION || Congratulations to the AMAZING Class of 2024! Check out the graduation photos—find the link to all photos here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/4YQovRNWU92Y9b1m6.
FRIDAY 25 OCTOBER 2024
GRATITUDE OVERFLOWING! || A big thank you to our amazing Parents’ Association for the thoughtful plants gifted to teachers today on World Teachers’ Day! We also want to acknowledge the students and parents who dropped off delicious baked goods and sent messages of appreciation. Your kindness means the world to us!
SATURDAY 26 OCTOBER 2024
UNCOVERING THE ANCIENT SECRETS OF BEAUMARIS BAY || This week, our Year 9 & 10 DNA to Dinosaur students explored life in Beaumaris Bay from over 5 million years ago! They enjoyed a fascinating incursion with palaeontologist Ben Francischelli, who shared stories, fossil evidence and his research from this unique site.
SUNDAY 27 OCTOBER 2024
YEAR 7 CULTURAL DAY || Our Year 7 students participated in our annual Cultural Day on Thursday! They immersed themselves in French and Japanese language and culture while also exploring the diversity of other cultures through a variety of exciting incursions. Highlights included First Nations experiences, a French circus, Japanese Taiko drumming and ink painting. The delicious crepes from Crepes for Change were a hit, and all proceeds will support youth homelessness. It was a fantastic day of fun, learning and embracing cultural diversity!
SUNDAY 27 OCTOBER 2024
ADA LEAPS TO NATIONALS || A HUGE congratulations to Year 7 student Ada S for her outstanding achievement at the Victorian All Schools Track & Field Championships at Lakeside Stadium today! Representing Beaumaris Secondary College, Ada took out 1st place in the Under 14 High Jump with an impressive 163cm jump. Next stop: All Schools Nationals in Brisbane - Go Ada!
MONDAY 28 OCTOBER 2024
BEST OF LUCK CLASS OF 2024 || Wishing our amazing Year 12 students the best of luck as they embark on their first exam tomorrow. We also wish our Year 11 students enrolled in a Unit 3/4 subject all the best for their exams. Stay focused and put your best foot forward—we’re all behind you!
MONDAY 28 OCTOBER 2024
YEAR 8 HOCKEY TEAM ADVANCES TO STATE FINALS! || Our Year 8 Hockey team brought their A-game at the Southern Region Final today! Winning 5-0 and 4-0 in the first rounds, they took on the toughest team in the final and came out on top with a solid 1-0! On to State level—well done to all players!
MONDAY 28 OCTOBER 2024
EXPLORING COASTAL CHANGE || Today, our Year 9 & 10 Sustainable Development students took their learning beyond the classroom, conducting fieldwork on the Mornington Peninsula as part of their Coastal Change and Management unit! Visiting Blairgowrie, Portsea, Sorrento and McCrae, they gathered valuable data through mapping, observing and measuring the dynamic coastal landscapes. This firsthand experience will support their Term 4 PBL as they explore real-world coastal management strategies and the impacts of environmental change.
TUESDAY 29 OCTOBER 2024
BRINGING HISTORY TO LIFE WITH HAWK || Our Year 7 & 8 High Abilities Wider Knowledge (HAWK) students stepped back in time today, tackling a history-based Virtual Reality Escape Room. They also navigated a teamwork scavenger hunt at Queen Victoria Market and topped it off with a mock trial at the Old Magistrates' Court!
WEDNESDAY 30 OCTOBER 2024
CRACKING THE CASE WITH BLOOD TYPING || Our Year 9 & 10 CSI students recently took on the role of forensic scientists, using blood typing techniques as part of their CSI unit. Their hands-on experience with real-world lab skills made for an exciting and insightful learning opportunity!
WEDNESDAY 30 OCTOBER 2024
CELEBRATING OUR SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS || Congratulations to Mia W, Lachie B, Sophie P, Lua C, Aeysha G and Angus D, each of whom received a $2,500 university scholarship on Graduation night, thanks to the generosity of a wonderful local community member, Bridget Hsu-Hage. We have no doubt that these scholarships will be put to excellent use!
WEDNESDAY 30 OCTOBER 2024
REGIONAL BASKETBALL RUNNERS-UP || A huge congratulations to our Year 8 Boys Basketball team, who were crowned runners-up in the SMR Championships today! The boys dominated their pool, winning all three games convincingly, before falling short to Berwick in the final.
THURSDAY 31 OCTOBER 2024
NEW WEATHER METERS IN ACTION || Kestrel 2500 Weather Meters, purchased with the Curriculum Innovation Funds for 2024, are now available for Geography fieldwork data collection. These devices measure wind speed, temperature and air pressure, providing students with hands-on experience with real-time weather data. The VCE Geography class had the first opportunity to use the Kestrels at the Phillip Island Camp last week, collecting accurate data for their upcoming Geography Unit 2 Fieldwork SAC. Additionally, the weather meters were utilised this week during the Year 9 & 10 Sustainable Development Fieldwork excursion, further enhancing our students' learning experiences. A BIG thank you to our parents for their contributions that make this learning possible!
THURSDAY 31 OCTOBER 2024
LEGAL STUDIES MIND MAP COLLABORATION || Our Unit 1 & 2 Legal Studies students teamed up to create a dynamic mind map, delving into key concepts together. This collaborative activity encouraged deep discussion, as students shared insights, connected ideas and explored the foundations of our legal system. The end result was a colourful and comprehensive mind map, showcasing their understanding and teamwork in Legal Studies!
