Middle School News
Year 7 to 9
Year 7
Year 7 students have had a focused and strong start to Term 3. There has been signs of outstanding student engagement and application across all subject areas since our return from school holidays. Students are encouraged to continue this good work throughout the term and are reminded that it is important that they take their student diary with them to all classes to record and plan homework or learning tasks they need to complete.
In addition to the great academic start to Term 3, Year 7 have also participated in an incursion on Cyber Safety. This event was hosted by Youth Resources Officers of Victoria Police. Topics included protecting your identity online, respectful online behaviour, and online communications and the law. The Victorian Police Officers raised these important issues in an insightful and engaging manner. The Year 7s asked some excellent questions during the Q and A with Victoria Police about cyber safety and cyberbullying.
Also important to mention was the amazing participation and house spirit shown by the Year 7 students during EDSC’s recent athletics carnival. A high number of students participated in the events and many have qualified for the upcoming Whitehorse Division Athletics Carnival! Congratulations and all the best for the competition on Tuesday 9 August 2022.
Mark Rickard
Year 7 Coordinator
Year 8
Excitement is building in the Year 8 cohort as we count down to the highly anticipated Year 8 Camp at Camp Rumbug. Finally, after two years of lockdowns, we are able to leave the city limits and connect with the environment and each other.
As part of the lead in to the camp the Year 8 Class Captains are feverishly working on our next Year 8 event, The Tri-Wizard Tournament. This will be held in the week before camp and will involve activities such as Dodgeball, Trivia and an Escape Room. The Tri-Wizard Tournament comes hot on the heels of the successfully held Year 8 Sports Day, which took place in the final weeks of Term 2. Classes competed against each other in various sports such as basketball, cricket and soccer. Congratulations to 8C and 8K the victors on the day.
With all these exciting opportunities there is something for everyone. We look forward to seeing all students getting involved.
Tom Novak
Year 8 Coordinator
Year 9
Term 3 has had a positive start for the Year 9s, kicking off with a Values Assembly recognising students who have shown behaviours that align with the school values. Classroom teachers have informed the coordinators of students who are excelling in all aspect of their schooling life, from outstanding attitude and effort, to being inclusive of new students and even taking care of injured birds. The positivity continued with the Year 9s as they embarked on their course counselling journey during the first weeks of term. There was a great turn out of parents and students interested in the courses EDSC are offering in Year 10 at the Course information evening. A large number of our students also expressed interest in excelling in their studies by applying for an acceleration subject. We are also excited to be offering several places in the Student Leadership School during Term 4 and have had many applications from aspiring leaders in our year level after an inspiring visit from two of our year 10 students in Week 3. The good times will continue with Class and Middle School Captains meeting to help organise future events for the Year 9s of 2022. Great things to come.
Kate Hesselmans
Year 9 Coordinator
Mentalicious Film Competition
Are you interested in the Mental Health of yourself and others? Are you interested in being part of the solution?
Entries are now invited from students in Years 7-12 to submit a short film (5mins) that addresses the theme “Eyes wide open”.
There are two categories, Years 7-9 and Years 10-12. One winner of each category will win $500 and be presented with a certificate. Finalists in each category will also receive a certificate.
For full terms and conditions please see website:- https://propsych.com.au/mentalicious/
Lisa Trovato
Wellbeing Coordinator
2023 Courtyard Tales - College Magazine - Place your order now
East Doncaster Secondary College annually publishes a College magazine called Courtyard Tales. Complied by a dedicated team of teachers and students, it is a celebration of the events that have occurred in 2022. With photos from camps, College events, house and student led activities as well as a page for autographs at the back, the College magazine makes a great keepsake.
The College Magazine is now available to pre-order through the event on Compass for $26.50.
Please note that the College Magazine was not included in the 2022 Parent Payments this year. The only way to purchase one is by pre-purchasing one before the due date. Orders will only be placed for those who have purchased.
Eileen Nguyen
College Magazine Coordinator
Child safety and wellbeing at East Doncaster Secondary College: information for families and the school community
The Victorian Government has announced new Child Safe Standards to further strengthen child safety across organisations, including schools. The new standards recognise the critical importance of families and the broader school community in maintaining and promoting child safety and wellbeing.
East Doncaster Secondary College has reviewed and updated our child safety policies and procedures to ensure they meet the requirements of the new standards. These are available to view on our school’s website, on a Compass News Feed, at the school’s Reception.
We are committed to continuous improvement in our approach to child safety and wellbeing and welcome feedback from families and members of our school community on ways we can further strengthen our child safety policies, procedures and practices.
If you have any suggestions, comments or questions, please contact the Principal, John Roberts or Assistant Principal, Cameron Campbell.
https://www.eastdonsc.vic.edu.au/our_school/child-safety-standards
Student Medical Expenses
Parents/carers are reminded that they are liable for all medical expenses incurred as a result of a student’s injury or medical need, including transport costs such as ambulance costs (this may include an air ambulance should that be considered necessary).
Parents/carers are responsible for any medical expenses (including ambulance costs) incurred if their child is injured or requires medical treatment or an ambulance while at school or participating in a school activity.
Parents/carers may not be called if an ambulance is required, until after an ambulance is called, depending on the situation. The College staff will use their judgment as to what action to take in cases of a student’s accident or sudden illness.
We encourage parents/carers to have up-to-date ambulance cover and medical insurance.
Damage to Students’ Personal Items/Property
Parents/guardians are reminded that any personal item/property that is brought to school by a student is the responsibility of the student and is not the responsibility of the school and is not covered by school insurance. Refer to Personal Possessions Of Students Policy in the EDSC Policy handbook on the College website. Students are responsible for personal items/property they bring to school. Neither the Department nor the school is responsible if any student’s personal item/property is lost, stolen or damaged.
Privacy and Data at East Doncaster Secondary College
East Doncaster Secondary College uses several digital platforms to support your child’s education, such as Compass, Google Drive, Office 365, Edapt, Oliver Library Management System. The College has an Information Security Policy and complies with the Department of Education and Training Privacy Policy. The attached documents provide further information about these services, privacy and how data is managed.Privacy information for these platforms can be viewed here:
1 to 1 Digital Learning Program 2022
In 2022 we will continue with our whole school 1 to 1 Digital Learning Program for all students.
The purchase of these devices is crucial to the learning program as students will access eBooks rather than an extensive number of expensive textbooks.
Details of the 1 to 1 Digital Learning Program for all students and important information regarding suitable devices are detailed in the attached policy.
**Please note that the JB Hi Fi Solutions portal is no longer open for the sale of devices. This service is not available for 2022 purchases.
Student Compass ID/Library/PTV Cards
Please remind all students that they must carry their Student Compass ID/Library/PTV Cards with them at all times.
ALL students must sign in/out with their card at the General Office when they are arriving late or leaving early for any reason. A reminder that Year 12 students are required to sign in/out at The John Landy Centre Compass Kiosk.
The cards are also used for any student photocopying that is done at school. The EDSC Student Compass ID/Library/PTV is also the student PTV (Public Transport Victoria) cards. They are required to carry this card as student identification while travelling on public transport.
If a student loses their card, parents/guardians are able to re-order a replacement card via the Compass parent portal.
