Secondary News
Mango Fundraiser
Our VM students are organising this mango fundraiser on behalf of our Parents and Friends Association. Order forms will be distributed to students. Thank you in advance for your support.
Secondary Assessment & Reporting Update: PAT Testing
Our Year 7–10 students will be completing PAT (Progressive Achievement) testing during Week 2 for Years 7–8 and Week 3 for Years 9–10.
These are online multiple-choice assessments in reading, maths, and science. The results help teachers understand each student’s progress, what they already know, and where they may need extra support to continue improving. This testing will occur within the students English, Maths & Science classes, with catch-ups occurring in Week 4.
If you would like more information on PAT testing please refer to the information sheet attached to this newsletter or feel free to email me (janita.trickey@education.vic.gov.au) .
Janita Trickey
Leading Teacher of Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting
RU OK Day
On Thursday 11 September our secondary students participated in Big Sister and Mancave Workshops ran by Headspace Shepparton. They enjoyed participating in the activities and thank you to Headspace for the mindful reminder to check in on our friends.
Hume Secondary Athletics
It was a very early start on Thursday 9th October as we headed north to the Hume Secondary Athletics in Albury. Congratulations to everyone who progressed to this level, it is such an achievement. We had some students who were successful in winning medals on the day - a huge congratulations to you all!
419 Squadron Australian Air Force Cadets (AAFC) are now recruiting for 2026. They are seeking males and females between 12 – 15 and who are enrolled in high school in the year of joining. Their fundamental aim is to foster qualities that will enable cadets to become responsible young adults, who will make a valuable contribution to the community. No matter what career choice, the AAFC provides a foundation of knowledge and skills that will assist towards cadets future. The information night is occurring on 21 November.
Further information can be obtained by email trevor.morrison1@airforcecadets.gov.au .