Junior School Report

Congratulations and Welcome to all the new students, all Year 7 students and returning Year 8 students. We are off to a busy but flying start in the Junior School this year with the largest cohort of students for a very long time.

The first day for Year 7 saw students enjoying meeting their Integrated Studies Teacher and Co ordinators and enjoying a BBQ with sausages and watermelon at lunchtime. The weather was fabulous and  after lunch they participated with great enthusiasm in their class groups in a sports afternoon in the Gymnasium and Trivia in Performing Arts.  The Year 7 students have also completed a first day impression to go in a time capsule which will be opened in 2022.  Students are learning how to greet in their various LOTE’s and are starting an identity unit in Integrated Studies. In PE, students are doing fitness testing. They are enjoying woodwork, art and food technology also.

Year 8 students settled quickly and enthusiastically back into their classes, meeting new teachers and having an enjoyable first day. They are enjoying their start to the new year and are engaging well in their subjects. In Integrated Studies, students are learning about Medieval History and in Science, safety and experimentation and observation is the start of their course.

Year 7 and 8 Students have also held Class Captain Elections and have presented some fabulous speeches to their classes. We look forward to working with the representatives of classes in their new roles this year.

Thank you to Natalie WIECKOWSKI and William DAVCEVSKI who spoke very well at the Whole School Assembly held on Wednesday 8th Feb which welcomed the Year 7 students to St Albans Secondary College.

It is very pleasing to see the students in the Junior School in full school uniform.  Most students have all their books and diaries which make for a very smooth beginning to the year. If you have any difficulties in getting any books or uniform please contact the Junior School. Could parents also advise the front office of any change of address and phone numbers as soon as possible. If your child is absent, a note or medical certificate needs to be brought to the coordinator upon the student’s return to school. Coordinators are interviewing to students individually and getting to know each other.

All students have been issued with lockers and have locks for these. Just a reminder that a spare key for your lock must be given to your Integrated Studies Teacher. Each student’s Integrated Studies (IS) teacher is also that student’s Learning Manager.

Year 7 classes are starting to venture to the school camp at Strathbogie. 7H have headed off to camp already.  It is a brilliant 3 days away where students cook, explore, canoe and hike amongst other things. It is a chance for students to bond and get to know their classmates and teacher well. All students are encouraged to attend.

The Swimming Sports are Tuesday 28th February and it is compulsory for all students to attend. Please ensure you have provided consent on Compass. If your child is ill on this day they must have a Medical Certificate. Please remember to have Sunscreen, hats and water bottles on this day. We look forward to all students participating in events. Year 7’s Immunisations will take place soon.

The Junior School coordinators look forward to meeting parents and assisting them with any concerns they may have about their child.

 The Junior School Team is looking forward to working with students and their families in 2017.

Level Coordinators

Ms Lauren Honeycombe  7J, 8K, 8L

Ms  Marlene Cassar            7H 8A 8J

Ms Owen McIntyre             7C 7G 8C 8G

Mr Louis Turner                    7B 7E  8B 8D

Ms Ashwini Mana Mohan   7D 7F  8E  8F

Mr Loue Traianou                7H  7I   8H  8I

First Week Reflections

Huy 7A

The first week of school was fun and ok. I was happy that I had amazing teachers. I was excited for the second week to do the beep test and I got 6.1 in it. It was hard!

Tri Anh 7A

It was fun and exciting for the first week of school and I made new friends and saw old friends.

Tina 7A

The first week felt very quick but it was very fun and exciting. Something that really worried me was finding our way through the school. I’d like to thank the teachers for making my week run so smoothly

Helen  7A

On the first week of school I felt many different emotions. I was in many different situations. I made a few friends. Thanks for making my transition as smooth as possible.

Peter  7J

My first week was filled with curiosity and excitement and many things happened. We were welcomed. My goals were to be organized and to remember my classes. It is fun. I am honoured to be part if this school and I hope to make memorable moments in the future.