Living at Lockington

It is hard to believe that for the MITS class of 2019 we are now half way through the year. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the boarding staff who have nurtured, cared for and entertained the students after school and on weekends this year. 

We also have a wonderful army of volunteers who assist with homework, transport students to footy matches and hang out both after school and on weekends. A huge thank you for all that you do!

The last month has included more RJFC matches, attending the footy at the MCG, a visit to the Metro Tunnel works with Transurban and many shopping trips to Vic Gardens, Chadstone and DFO South wharf. This weekend we finished the term on a high spending two hours at Darkzone Box Hill playing laser tag and arcade games.

A highlight for the boys was a trip to Rick and Liz’s farm in Samaria over the long weekend. Despite some wet and cold weather the boys enjoyed camping and the open spaces. There was plenty of walks, footy matches, yabbying, sitting by the fire, night exploration and games of spotlight and tiggy.

The girls relaxed at Lockington over the long weekend, went to the movies and had a day at Luna Park. Next term they look forward to spending a couple of nights camping in Samaria.  We have also celebrated a few birthdays this month with Rumarlea, Paul and Adam all getting another year wiser. Ryan has produced some delicious cakes for all to share.

All of the staff and students will soon enjoy a well-earned rest in preparation for an exciting second half of the year. Next term we look forward to a snow trip, footy finals, the weather getting warmer and a trip to the Go Karts in Phillip Island. To all the MITS staff, students and families – have a fantastic break and I look forward to seeing all 22 students back for Term 3!

Brad Carmody