VCAL Update

2022 VCE and VCAL Parents and Carers Information Evening

Thursday 17th March from 5:30pm in the Senior Centre 

All parents of students who are studying either VCAL or VCE are strongly encouraged to come as a range of important information will be shared, including ways to support students at home in 2022.

There will be light refreshments- please take 2 minutes to complete  this trybooking form:

https://www.trybooking.com/BYAVU

Bookimgs close at 10am on Monday March 14.

Year 12 VCAL:

Holocaust Excursion:

On Tuesday the Year 12 students visited the Holocaust Museum to help students link the events of the Holocaust with documents, photos, artefacts and memories from that time. Students had the opportunity to meet a Holocaust survivor where students heard their testimony and had an opportunity to ask questions. This excursion links with the students Literacy Unit where they have been writing and reading for research and understanding.

Our Year 12 VCAL students went into Melbourne CBD to visit the Salvation Army as part of their Personal Development unit on Homelessness.  They had the opportunity to build relationships with the volunteers and workers which will play an important part for their community impact project later on this term.  The students busted some typical myths and stereotypes about people who are homeless and unpacked reasons that cause homelessness.  Students were encouraged to think empathically, ask “why” and what they can do to make a difference and be exceptional global citizens.  

Year 11 VCAL:

Planning for Year 11 VCAL camp is underway. Students are asked to think about who they would like in their cabin. Camp payment is due on Compass by 31st March. Speak to Jess Wade for camp questions or the front office for payment inquires. 

Coffee Certificate:

Any student who would like their certificate in coffee making should speak to Jess Wade. There are 4 places remaining. There will be a cost of $100 for the course. 

Structured Work Placement (SWL):

Any student without an work placement is required at school Friday 11th March to work with Miss Wade, Careers team and their Mentors to support them in finding a placement. Any student with overdue work is also encouraged to attend. 

SWL Opportunities:

Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Center (PARC) - see Careers office 

Target Somerville - see Careers office 

Gravity Zone - see Careers office 

Landscaping - see Jess Wade

Employment Opportunities:

Plumbing - Mornington

McDonalds - Langwarrin

Butchery - Frankston

Landscaping - Cranbourne South 

- See Jess Wade for more details 

Jess Wade

VCAL Leader