IMPORTANT DATES

Monday 2 March

Year 10 Holocaust Museum

Thursday 5 March

Yarra Division Swimming Carnival

Year 10 Immunisations

Monday 9 March

LABOUR DAY - Public Holiday

Tuesday 10 March

3 Way Conference Day

Wednesday 11 March

Year 10 Camp Parent/Student Meeting - 6 pm

Tuesday 17 March

DOE Wilson Prom Camp (17 to 19)

Friday 27 March

Staff Professional Development Day -STUDENT FREE DAY

End of Term 1

Please also refer to the Whole School Calendar on the school website for the full list of important dates/events.

Year 10 Immunisations

Students are reminded to return the Meningococcal ACWY card to the Middle School Office ASAP.

Immunisations will be held ,Thursday 5 March.

Walkie Talkies Lunchtime

Social Walking Group

Do you like walking?

Do you like talking?

All year levels welcome!

Then join us on 'Walkie Talkies' at Lilydale Lake!

When: Thursday lunchtimes

Where: Meet at the flagpole at 12.30 pm, before heading to Lilydale Lake. We will return by the beginning of Period 5.

To sign up, please see Mrs McGrotty in the PAC staffroom.

Melbourne University

Year 9 SEAL

Discovery Day

This is a report that recalls events and the experiences that were made during my tour to Melbourne University.

The experience was quite unique to other tours of educational institutions in that, the students of the university greeted us and toured us, were not forced to be nice or kind, but they are genuinely nice and are amazing to be around.

They talked to us in a respectful manner and didn’t judge us for any interests that we had and if anything, they tried to talk to us and take part in the conversation we were having, with other people.

The university itself was really good, in fact, just the air around it felt welcoming and they turned old buildings into something new, but without changing the building at all.

The aspect that amazed me even more was when I entered, the people around us smiled and waved and you could just tell that they weren’t something to be worried about and that all the students were positive and great.

Later after being shown around the school, we took these workshops in certain aspects of life that I never really paid attention to, like teeth care. The people telling us, just trapped my attention and I learnt a great deal. It was a great experience and I wish I could do it again.

Charlie Newton 9A

Melbourne University was a fun experience to get a taste of the lectures and the area.

After the introductory stuff was over, we had a tour of the campus. We had a lecture about philosophy and it was fascinating because, we were talking about freedom of speech and made me think a lot .

After lunch, we headed to a class to learn about dental hygiene and I got two packets of floss. We played Pictionary and made friends with students from other SEAL schools.

he last thing we did, was learn what to do if someone gets a snake bite.

My favourite part of the whole trip. was just being in a university setting and the vibe of the school. The vibe was cool, because it felt very accepting, because it was so diverse.

I saw many pride flags around the campus and lots of different nationalities.

They also explained that there were lots of clubs, so if you’re into something, chances are that there’s a club for it.

Also, we got free pizza and sushi and had a picnic outside, considering how many snacks I brought.

Breeana Limanto 9A

Supper Club 2020

A few Year 9 boys have been chosen to be 'Team Leaders' for Supper Club this year!

On Thursday 20 February, the team leaders assisted in packaging up meals for the homeless and those in need within the local community.

The food donated, happened to be from former George Colombaris’, ‘MaDE Production Kitchen'. It was delicious!

Year 10 Camp

HOODIE JUMPER

Payment of $50 for the camp hoodie, was due on COMPASS, Friday 28 February.

Year 10 Camp

PAYMENTS

The 2nd payment of $500 was due on COMPASS, Friday 14 February.

For parents and guardians yet to make this payment, please contact the School Office to arrange payment promptly.

The FINAL PAYMENT of $500 is due Friday 20 March on COMPASS.

Year 10 Camp

PARENT/STUDENT

MEETING

A compulsory camp meeting will be held for parents/guardians and students on;

Wednesday 11 March

Performing Arts Theatre

6 .00 pm - Buses 1 and 2

6.30 pm - Buses 3 and 4

The following information will be discussed at the meeting;

Itinerary and 'What to bring'
Camp reminders
Safety and behaviour guidelines
Travel Insurance

At the end of each session, parents and guardians will have an opportunity to ask questions in the foyer.

CAMP FORMS

On Tuesday (2 March) students were given the following forms which must be completed and returned to the Middle School Office by WEDNESDAY 11 MARCH.

Dietary Requirements Form
Confidential Medical Form
2 Camp Photo Forms

CAMP DATES

Camp 1 Monday 27 April to Tuesday 5 May

Camp 2 Wednesday 29 to Thursday 7 May

Student Absences

It is DEECD (Department of Education and Early Childhood Development) policy that all student absences are accounted for.

Please assist us to fulfil our legal obligations by parent approving absences on COMPASS or by calling the School Absence Line 9735 5644.

You are reminded that you can communicate with the sub school office by phone regarding absences. Also, the school should be contacted if it is expected that your child will be away for more than two days.

Parents and guardians who may have forgotten their Compass username and password, can contact Lauren Kelso in the Middle School Office.

Parent Contact

Please don’t hesitate to call us or your child’s teacher, with any questions or queries in relation to Middle School.

Middle School Coordinators

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