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2017 ART & TECHNOLOGY EXHIBITION
Last week we staged another successful Art and Technology Exhibition.
The work on display was of an exceptionally high standard across all year levels. It highlighted the diverse subject areas taught at Ringwood Secondary College such as; Art, Studio Arts, Media, Textiles, Wood, Materials, CAD, Visual Communication and Design, Food Technology and Digitech.
Work completed by VCE students showcased an extraordinary level of skill and creativity, and we wish them all the best for their exams and future endeavours.
We had an overwhelming amount of votes entered in the People’s Choice Awards. Thank you to everyone who voted for their favourite artwork or product in the exhibition.
We are excited to announce the following students as the winners in their subject area:
Visual Communication and Design: Grace Wilson
Media: Samantha Middlemast
Studio Arts: Melissa Brooks
Tech Wood: Noah Dark
Textiles: Kate Jones
Congratulations to all winners. They should be proud of their achievements and artistic abilities.
We would like to thank our guest speaker Richard Holt, Public Art Officer at Maroondah City Council who officiated and expressed his perceptive viewing of the exhibits. We would also like to thank Shayne van der Heide, Centre Manager from Ringwood Training, and Michael Phillips for their support on the opening night, as well as Maria Allison for presenting the awards.
Thank you to Rosemary Kenna and Music students Melanie Hall, Ashleigh Barber, Shaeya Williams, Stella Parkinson who performed on the evening.
This exhibition would not have been possible without the students’ efforts in producing the work throughout the year and the staff for their ability to encourage a passion of The Arts and Technology.
Finally, we would like to express our appreciation to the school community for their support, attendance and appreciation of the Arts and Technology faculties.
Dina Mihailidis
Head of Visual Arts
ART AND TECHNOLOGY EXHIBITION STUDENT VOLUNTEERS
A huge thank you to the 11 students who volunteered their time to assist with the 2017 Art and Technology Exhibitions Opening Night:
Lily Anderson
Margaret Anderson
Courtney Canning
Caitlin Dowding
William Fisher
Grace Matthews
Eloise Orgill
Sienna Sleigh
Caelum Smith
Amelie Williamson
Shaun (Xiangyu) Yu
These students demonstrated team work and initiative and it was fantastic to see such young individuals from Ringwood Secondary College with strong leadership qualities. Teachers were extremely appreciative of their help and many parents praised the students on their manner throughout the event.
Kayla Whitfield
Visual Arts Subject Coordinator
ART AND TECHNOLOGY EXHIBITION STUDENT VOLUNTEERS
A huge thank you to the 11 students who volunteered their time to assist with the 2017 Art and Technology Exhibitions Opening Night:
Lily Anderson
Margaret Anderson
Courtney Canning
Caitlin Dowding
William Fisher
Grace Matthews
Eloise Orgill
Sienna Sleigh
Caelum Smith
Amelie Williamson
Shaun (Xiangyu) Yu
These students demonstrated team work and initiative and it was fantastic to see such young individuals from Ringwood Secondary College with strong leadership qualities. Teachers were extremely appreciative of their help and many parents praised the students on their manner throughout the event.
Kayla Whitfield
Visual Arts Subject Coordinator
Careers
We wish the year 12s all best as they proceed through their exams. Students need to remember that once results have been received they have until 20th December 12.00 (noon) to change their preference list. If students wish to discuss their options, they need to make an appointment with a member of the careers team.
Traineeships.
Traineeships are a great option for post- Year 12 students who want to work and gain a qualification at the same time. Some possibilities include:
AFP Directions Program Traineeship
The AFP Directions Program Traineeship is a twelve-month entry-level full time program for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians who have a strong interest in an administrative role with a law enforcement agency.
Find out more and apply online – http://bit.ly/2gZtXzs
ArtsReady Traineeships
If you’d like to start a career in the arts or creative industries, check out their jobs board.
https://www.artsready.com.au/jobs-board/artsready#page-1
Year 11 Students
Enhancement studies are offered at most universities. The program is available to high achieving year 11 students, who have received high scores in their VCE program. Some of the programs available are:
La Trobe: VCE Plus Application and Offers Day
Mon 20 November, 1pm – 6pm @ Bundoora campus
Year 11 students who are interested in participating in VCE Plus, La Trobe’s extension studies program, can attend this day to find out more information about the program and potentially even receive an offer on the day.
Register – http://www.latrobe.edu.au/events/all/vce-plus-program-application-and-offers-day
Deakin Accelerate
Applications for 2018 close 15 December.
Deakin Accelerate is Deakin’s extension studies program. High-achieving VCE students can study a university unit and have it contribute towards their ATAR.
Find out more – http://www.deakin.edu.au/courses/entry-pathways/accelerate
University of Melbourne Extension Program
Applications for 2018 close Fri 22 December.
The University of Melbourne’s extension program provides high-achieving VCE students with the opportunity to study university subjects while at school and have them contribute to their ATAR.
Find out more – https://futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/info/school-students/extension-program
Monash UniversityWe assess applications on your academic record and a supporting statement from your school. We look for consistently good marks across all Year 11 subjects, particularly how well you have done in any Units 3 and 4. Some of our Extension subjects require you to have previously completed or be concurrently enrolled in particular VCE Units 3 and 4. Applications open on 8 August 2016. Find out more on monash.edu/extension2017
RMIT Extension gives you a head start at university by completing two undergraduate courses during the final year of your VCE. Equip yourself with the skills and knowledge to transform your future.
Looking for Casual Work?
Students considering looking for part time or casual work over the Christmas and New Year break, might like to browse the following links:
Students are reminded to not limit themselves to the above links, but to also think about places near to their homes – think about things that are close by, the shops they go to, the places they eat, etc. Remember, there are so many different ways to keep busy during school holidays, and activities do not have to always be paid work. For example, volunteering for local charities is a great way to contribute to the community.
Workshops
NIDA Young Actors Studio Program – Auditions
Collaborate with other young artists in an ensemble to develop skills for stage and screen. Work with the support and direction from core tutors and gain inspiration from industry professionals.
6-hour workshop each Sunday during term time for 2018.
Auditions: Melbourne Sat 16 Dec, 2017 10am Sat 13 Jan, 2018 2pm
Whitehouse Institute of Design Summer Workshops
Melbourne: January 2018
These short workshops will give you introductory skills in fashion, interior design or photography.
Find out more and book – http://holidayworkshops.pagedemo.co/
http://www.whitehouse-design.edu.au/courses/summer-holiday-workshops
Engineering activities
This page from Careers with STEM has some suggestions for activities you can do to expand your mind and your skillset if you’re interested in engineering.
Check them out – https://careerswithstem.com/build-engineering-projects/
Tech Girls Movement
The Tech Girls Movement aims to get more women and girls interested in technology and involved in STEM careers. Find out about the movement on the website.
Visit their inspiring videos page – http://www.techgirlsmovement.org/inspring-videos/
New Courses
VCA Year Long Short Course: Acting Studio
Passionate about theatre? Looking to discover your hidden talents? Join VCA's Acting Studio and gain an accelerated introduction to acting and theatre.
This intensive, year-long part time course is modelled on VCA Theatre’s Bachelor of Fine Art (Acting) and is designed to augment participants’ creative potential and develop them as an actor. Students will gain valuable insights in Voice technique, Movement and physical presence, Solo and ensemble skills, Improvisation and impulse work, Devised performance, Approach to text, Scene analysis and character development, and Acting to camera.
Find out more at Acting Studio 2018
Competitions
Bright Awards
Bright Awards are a rare celebration of creative craft within secondary schools around Australia. They are designed to highlight emerging young creative talent. Year 11 and 12 students can submit their work.
Entries close 1 December.
Find out more – http://www.brightawards.com.au/
Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission Human Rights Essay Competition For Victorian Year 10 and 11 students
The Human Rights Essay Competition is an important part of Human Rights Week 2017 to help Victorians raise awareness and build a better understanding of human rights. Entrants may write an essay (maximum 1,000 words) or record a speech (video or audio should be of less than 5 minutes long) and submit it to the Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission via the online entry form on humanrightscommission.vic.gov.au/hrw/essaycomp by Monday 27 November 2017.
Entrants must respond to ONE of the following questions.
Topic 1
If the aim of human rights is to help us, why do some people argue against them?
OR
Topic 2
Australia has just been elected to the United Nations Human Righ