Library News 

New Library Mascot

Thank you to everyone who submitted name suggestions for the new Library mascot. As announced last week we have chosen BooBook. Head over to the Library Teams page to learn more about the Boobook Owl and download a Teams background to celebrate.  

EBooks

When you find yourself looking around for something new to read over the term holidays remember that you can access Library eBooks via the star dropdown in Compass.  If we don't have what you want just submit a request and we'll email you once it is in.

Wantirna College Great Paper Plane Challenge - how far can you go?

It's time to combine your Math and Design skills to create your best paper plane ever! Practice making and flying paper planes to develop your finest design and longest flight. Video and upload your planes and stories, including your name and any design information you wish to share, using Flipgrid https://flipgrid.com/d82d0317 .  You can find some design help here https://www.foldnfly.com/index.html#/1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-2 , or visit the Victorian Maths Challenge http://vmc.global2.vic.edu.au/challenges/paper-planes/  for extra tips.

For those who haven't used Flipgrid, it is quite intuitive and can be used either in a web browser or as a mobile app (which is handy for those live action videos). Any questions please email library@wantirnacollege.vic.edu.au

Once we have all returned to school there will be a 'fly-off' - the Wantirna College Great Paper Plane Challenge - how far can you go? The plane that lands the furthest away will win one lucky student the awesome power of controlling a paper plane with a smartphone. Staff members, you have not been forgotten - the staff member whose plane lands the furthest will be awarded a fabulous trophy with which to wow your colleagues. Time to start folding!

Artisan of the Month (September/October)

The Sept/Oct Artisan of the Month is now open. Use the holiday break to hone your skills and create something you are proud of. Submissions can be emailed to library@wantirnacollege.vic.edu.au Remember it can be anything creative - photos, drawings, sewing, knitting, carpentry, pottery, origami, an original piece of music, decorated cake etc. - so long as it can be submitted digitally (eg photo or sound recording). 

Up to 5 entries per person is allowed, preferably in .jpeg or .png format. By submitting you agree to have your entry published to the school community (on Teams, in the College Yearbook, etc) - please contact us if you want to submit but prefer to keep your work private or anonymous.  We look forward to seeing the creative output of our students and staff. Entries close Monday 12th October (Monday week 2 Term 4)

Ultimate Noughts and Crosses

If you are looking for a family activity during the holidays have a go at Ultimate Nought and Crosses. Taken from the book Math with Bad Drawings by Ben Orlin, the idea is to outwit your opponent by choosing where they get to make their next move. All instructions are on the attached PDF. Good luck, and if there is any confusion drop a line to library@wantirnacollege.vic.edu.au and we will help you out