EDUCATION
TUTOR NEWS
Our fabulous Tutoring Team continue to support our students in classes during Term 3. This includes individual and small group work. Our Tutors are available to all students on Tuesday after school from 3pm - 4pm in the school Library and Senior Study Centre. Please encourage your child to utilise these very skilled teachers if they need extra support with their classwork. Our tutors have a wealth of experience in both Literacy and Numeracy and are always eager to help and support all students at Surf Coast
MEET THE TEAM
Regina Bishop - Literacy Tutor
I am an English/Literacy teacher with qualifications and many years experience working with lovely young people who have specific learning needs, gaps in their skills or who need the challenge of higher-level work. I am always amazed by the resilience and positive outlook most of these students have regardless of their educational needs and consequently, the progress they make. In recent years, I have undertaken educational research, post-graduate study and professional development into the crucial role wellbeing plays in learning, and together with the students explore how we can incorporate this into the Tutoring program to benefit all.
Lucy Duckett - Literacy Tutor
The teaching experience I have gained over the last 6 years at Surfcoast Secondary College has provided me with opportunities to focus on developing Literacy within my students. My teaching areas are English and Physical Education, however I believe Literacy skills underpin many of the core areas both in schooling and life. Therefore I share and value the commitment our college has to improving Literacy for all learners at all levels. I am excited to be back in the classroom once again, honing my skills and helping our students to do the same.
Alison Clarkson - Numeracy Tutor
Over the years I have worked in large schools in Melbourne’s west. These experiences have led to a variety of roles within the STEM departments. My passion for teaching started with the Sciences and evolved into STEM education. Over the years I have implemented and facilitated a Makerspace which upskilled staff and students using various construction and technological tools such as 3D pens, Robotics, creating VR worlds and interactive electronic displays. I’m always striving to engage and encourage students to take on the STEM subjects and offer students unique and encapsulating curriculum experiences. I’m excited to be part of the SCSC community and always up for a chat about anything nerdy ;-)
Anthony O’Connor - Numeracy Tutor
Most of my teaching has been in Catholic Secondary Colleges over several decades. My teaching areas are Mathematics (Further Maths at year 12), Economics, Business Management and Accounting. However, when asked what do I teach, my response is people. Teaching is a people business and working with and alongside students and staff is my inspiration, motivation and challenge. Last year I worked at Sacred Heart College in a tutoring role, a teaching role covering for a LSL position and some CRT work. When I moved to Geelong from Mildura I sought out a different challenge and I worked for BoxHill TAFE teaching maths and micro business in a correctional facility. I hope that I can be of benefit in challenging, supporting and motivating our students here at SCSC.
BatForce Free Online Sessions
TERM 3
BatForce are presenting INCLUSIVE PATHWAYS FROM THE SCHOOL GATE AND BEYOND FREE and ONLINE to school parents from across the Barwon Region in Week 3, Term 3 on Tuesday 26th July, 6:45pm – 7:45pm. Supporting students with diverse abilities into careers, transitions and pathways this FREE one-hour presentation supports parents, carers and families to understand their child’s needs, development and where to get help, when thinking about occupational opportunities for their child upon finishing school. Please forward this date to your students’ families and registration details will be provided soon.
BatForce are offering face to face, the presentation Digital Tattoo to schools in Term 3 during the period August 29th to September 16th. Digital Tattoo is about student safety when using social media including understanding your digital footprint, what employers can see about you online, and learning to stay safe online. Please see this LINK for further details
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NDIS Victorian Pathway to Post School Life
TERM 4
The National Disability Insurance Agency invites Victorian students living with disability in Years 9 -12, their parents, carers and education professionals, to attend a virtual information session about building skills in preparation for, and paving a pathway to, post-school life. A range of NDIS-funded supports and other assistance to help young people build skills to prepare for their transition, and support them in achieving employment and other goals, post-school will be presented.
Monday, 17 October 2022 7.00pm – 8.30pm (AEDT)
Tuesday 25 October 2022 7.00pm - 8.30pm (AEDT)
Delivered via video-conference using Microsoft Teams. Registrations will close three business days before the event. Two business days prior to the event, details to join the session will be sent from events@ndis.gov.au to the email address you provide at registration, so please ensure your registered email address is accurately captured to receive these details.
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Tips on keeping your family safe online
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Get into the habit of talking about online safety as a family, so your child feels comfortable coming to you if they ever need help working out an issue. It’s never too early to introduce good online habits such as respect, empathy, critical thinking, responsible behaviour and resilience. As your child grows older, eSafety’s advice about hard to have conversations will help with some of the tricky topics like sending nudes, online pornography and contact from sexual predators.