News of Mullauna College Volume 30 Number 15 27 October 2017

Important Dates

Mullauna College

456 Springfield Road, Mitcham, 3132

Telephone: (03) 9874 3422

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2017 Term Dates

Term 1: 31 January—31 March Term 2: 18 April—30 June Term 3: 17 July—22 September Term 4: 9 October—22 December

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL’S REPORT

It’s hard to believe that we are only at the end of week three of term four as it has been such a busy time here at Mullauna College. The dismantling of the Art Show week two and set up of the Performing Arts Centre for the music Showcase Concert was a sight to behold as the turnaround happened in such a short period of time.

Showcase Concert The annual end of year Showcase Concert last week once again, put on show the range of amazing talents of our students. It was an enjoyable and emotional evening of music with the acknowledgement of our senior students, for whom it was their last Mullauna concert.

2018 Year 7 Welcome Night On Monday this week we held our Year 7 Welcome Evening for the new parents and students joining us in 2018. Parents heard from Brett Arandall, our School Council President, on life at Mullauna from a parent perspective; from our Principal, Barbara Laidlaw and from our School Captains who talked about the many aspects of school and the highlights of their time at Mullauna College. Jeff McMillin, Amanda Hayward, Michael Sword and Margaret Graham also shared information and fielded lots of questions. Thank you to all staff who attended, ensuring that this was a valuable and welcoming experience for the new families to our Mullauna Community.

Farewell 2017 Year 12 This week was the last week of school for our Year 12 students. A momentous occasion as they completed their secondary schooling and now turn to preparing for their end of year exams. Their end of school celebrations were both enjoyable and emotional at times. These included a ‘colour run’, jumping castle, group breakfast, Farewell Assembly, morning tea, opening of their year 7 time capsules and the evening Valedictory Celebrations, which was shared with family and friends. At our Farewell Assembly Mrs Laidlaw shared the following inspirational message with our students which I would like to share here. “The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” Lao Tzu It’s important in life for us to have our dreams. But to make our dreams come true we need to start walking in their direction. You have to take action; first one step and then a second and a third and persist to achieve your goals. Now the next phase of your exciting life journey begins as you step through our school gates and into your bright future. There will be many times that you will need to have courage and self-belief to take that first step. You will avoid missteps on the journey if you keep our

Wednesday

1 November

Year 12 English exam

Thursday

2 November

Year 10 Social

Tuesday

7 November

Melbourne Cup Day

Student Free Day

Thursday

9 November

Year 8 Rubicon Camp

Tuesday

14 November

School Council—Sub Committee

Wednesday

15 November

Instrumental Music Exams

Tuesday

21 November

School Council

Wednesday

22 November

Year 7 Gala Day

Thursday

23 November

Year 11 Exams

Year 12 Formal

Monday

27 November

Year 10 Exams (all week)

Year 11 Exams (all week)

Wednesday

29 November

Year 8 Exams

Year 9 Exams (Wed, Thurs, Fri)

Thursday

30 November

Year 7 Exams (Thurs, Fri)

Year 8 Gala Day

Friday

1 December

Year 8 Exams

VCE Head Start

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Mullauna College values as a guide throughout your life: Be Curious, Have Courage and Serve Your Community. Know that you are always part of our Mullauna community and you are welcome to visit us in the future. Be kind, take care, stay safe, look after yourselves, and watch out for your friends. I wish you good health, every success and much happiness. Enjoy life’s journey and good luck everyone! School Jumper Survey Thank you for your timely feedback to our online survey regarding a proposed change in the Mullauna College jumper. Your feedback was discussed at School Council at our meeting on Tuesday 17 October with the decision being to remain with the current school policy which was 'Option 2' in the survey - Years 7 -10 royal blue jumper and years 11 and 12 black jumper with 'VCE' embroidered beneath the college logo.

Friends of Music – Bunnings BBQ Fundraiser After a very long time on the waiting list (approx 2 years) we have been offered a date to run a BUNNINGS 'Sausage Sizzle' to raise funds for 'Friends of Music'. Money raised will go towards paying for our fabulous new stage in the Performing Arts Centre. We will really need the support of the school community to be able to do this as the requirements set by Bunnings are that we operated for the full day.

BBQ Date and Times: Saturday 11 November - 8:00 AM till 4:30 PM Venue: Bunnings Nunawading

If you could spare an hour of your time on either day to support us it would be greatly appreciated.

Sign up using our Google Spreadsheet at https://tinyurl.com/y7sryw4c or email your choice of time to mullauna.sc@edumail.vic.gov.au and we will add you in.

A very BIG thank you to those who have already volunteered their time.

Margaret Graham Assistant Principal Message from the School Council President I would like to inform the Mullauna Community that the Department of Education and Training has completed the Principal contract renewal process for our College. It is my pleasure to announce that Mrs Barbara Laidlaw’s contract as our Principal has been renewed for a further five-year term. Please join me in congratulating Barbara on her re-appointment. Brett Arandall School Council President

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MUSICAL NOTES

Mullauna Showcase Concert

The Showcase Concert was held on 19 October and the focus was to farewell the 17 year 12 musicians who have been members of the music program for up to 6 years.

The year 12s opened the night with a cover of the song, ’‘I’ll be there for you’ which is the theme song from the TV show Friends. We were each awarded with a commemorative trophy as a thanks for our years of dedication. Each of the ensembles and bands also performed throughout the evening to showcase a year of hard work and practice. We also had appearances from some students who don’t usually get the chance to perform. Hope Beale (year 12) and her brother Ryan (year 7) performed a saxophone duet of one of their favourite Harry Potter songs, and year 12 voice student Claudia Giankos sang, ‘The Climb’ by Miley Cyrus. Claudia received a standing ovation and brought the audience to tears. On a more upbeat note, other songs like ‘Castle on a Hill’ by Ed Sheeran and ‘Crazy Little Thing Called Love’ by Queen were performed by Voice Connection; and ‘I’m a believer’ was performed by rock group, Reborn Rebellion. After the interval it was time for the 3 large concerts bands to perform and demonstrate an amazing level of progress this year. The night ended with the Concert Band and Wind Symphony combining for a presentation of ‘The Great Locomotive Chase’.

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MUSICAL NOTES

Mullauna Showcase Concert

On behalf of all the year 12s I would like to thank the music staff for taking care of us for the past 6 years and treating us like a small family. We have all made so many memories; been given so many opportunities and were all glad to see that Mrs Newstead managed to hold back her tears during our last concert. Thank you to all the staff, students and parents who made this wonderful night possible.

Zoe Watson Year 12, Performing Arts Captain

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VET AWARDS—MULLAUNA

Vocational Education and Training Awards

On Tuesday 17 October 4 Mullauna VET students; Natalia Simic, Lachlan Kett, Jarred

Wickman and Mark Morey, attended the Mullum VET Cluster Awards Evening. Each of these students

were nominated for an award as they were considered to have achieved the highest level in their particular class.

Congratulations to the Winners:

Natalia Simic – Certificate III in Beauty Services, Year 2, hosted by Inspiring Beauty & Massage Therapy Academy

Lachlan Kett – Certificate II in Kitchen Operations, Year 2, hosted by Aquinas College

Mark Morey – Certificate II in Building and Construction, Year 1, hosted by Aquinas College

Congratulations also to Nominee:

Jarred Wickman – Certificate II in Building and Construction, Year 1, hosted by Aquinas College

Jenny Collins VET Manager

YEAR 10 TRIP TO AIE On Friday 20 October the Year 10 students embarked on an Information Technology excursion to the AIE (Academy of Interactive Entertainment). We met at Southern Cross Station at 9:00am and walked to the third floor of the World Trade Center, the AIE office. We were introduced to our teacher Jesse, who was going to show us how to use the animation software MAYA. Jesse spoke to us on the background of AIE, the courses they offer and gave us a brief history of the Australian gaming companies and all the games they have made; which none of us had a clue about. We were amazed when we found out that the all-time favorite game CROSSY ROAD is made in Australia. We also learned that a major partnership was formed with an international famous company, Disney and together they made a Disney version of Crossy Road. Jesse then gave us instructions on how to use Maya and we all had to make a rook (chess piece). After that we had to make a book shelf to actually place the rook in. When we had finished making the bookshelf we also learnt how to put lighting in it which created shadows on the shelf. It was a great experience to be there because we all play games, and thanks to AIE we now know how games are made and all the effort behind making a game. We all had a great time and also learnt how to do 3D modelling!

By Aryan Arya & Raphael Guevara

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MULLAUNA SPORT

EMR ATHLETICS

On 13 October Mullauna College was represented at the Eastern Metropolitan Region Athletics by 22 students. Competing in a range of events there were numerous students who stood on the podium collecting a medal for their win or place. It was a pleasure taking the students out for the day, as once again everyone showed great sportsmanship. A great day was had by all, as was clear by the students’ participation, or their efforts cheering on their peers.

Sean Weatherill Sport Support Teacher GEROMI TUCKER—State Athletics Bronze Medal Congratulations are extended to Geromi Tucker, who represented Mullauna College at the State Athletics Championships on Monday, 23 October in the 1500m walk.

Geromi turned in an outstanding performance winning a .

Congratulations Geromi! Neil Burke Sport Education Coordinator

YEAR 7 TABLE TENNIS

We made it to Eastern Metropolitan Region table tennis after an amazing job from the Year 7 girls table tennis team last term. On Friday, 20 October, Sophie, Laura, Varisha and Keely played against the other winning schools for the next level of competition, and there were a few nail biting games. We missed out on the finals by 1 point, but played skillfully and competitively all day. The girls are looking forward to a re-match in Year 8!

Natalie Nejad Sport Support Teacher

YEAR 9 SKILLZ

SYN Radio Year 9 students have been given the opportunity to present their own 60 minute segment on SYN Radio 90.7. The students had full control of a real radio station. Creating a radio program is aimed at developing personal confidence, creativity, teamwork and combines oral and written language skills.

Penny Neville SkillZ Teacher and VCE Coordinator

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MULLAUNA DEBATING

Congratulations to the Debaters

On Wednesday 25 October, our Year 9 DAV debaters - Briget Ewert, Krish Thacker and Max Webb, supported by

Sharon Song - triumphed in the annual Victoria Shield for Excellence in Debating. State Member for Ringwood, Dee

Ryall MP, warmly welcomed this year’s debating teams from Mullauna College, Ringwood Secondary College and

Norwood Secondary College. During the first round, each of the teams debated one of two topical issues in the

Legislative Assembly of the Victorian Parliament:

"That we should lower the driving age to 16 for individuals living outside of Melbourne"

"That employers should not be able to hire or fire based on information found on social media"

Mullauna argued the affirmative side of the latter topic defeating Norwood Secondary College to move into the final

round. Briget Ewert was declared the best speaker in what the adjudicator said was a very impressive debate.

In the final, our debaters took the negative stance on the topic "That Medicare should fund cosmetic surgery". Max

Webb was declared best speaker. Mullauna College finished the day victorious taking home the shield for the sixth

year in a row. Ms Ryall congratulated Mullauna and noted its dominance of the competition. “Well done Mullauna –

yet again taking out the trophy. The pressure’s on next year to keep up your fine tradition,” Ms Ryall said.

I would like to acknowledge Mr Howell for providing his support, and for accompanying the team to Parliament

House.

Congratulations – a tremendous effort!

Julie Whittington Head of English Debating Coordinator

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MULLAUNA INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Good Bye to Sen TAN Sam has now completed year 12 and has been participating with vigour in all the year 12 celebrations. Sen indicated his experience at Mullauna College has been great. He now feels sad that his time at Mullauna College is coming to an end……..I will miss the caring atmosphere of the teachers and the friends I have made.

When asked was his experience as an international student as he had expected it to be before he came to Australia Sam responded, “Yes”. Sam did make the point that he appreciated how the teachers took into account his EAL requirements and made a big effort to assist him in his studies.

At the end of his examinations Sen will return to China for a break of two months. When he arrives back in Melbourne next year he is hoping to take up further studies in a tertiary institution studying either design or engineering. Mullauna College wishes Sam the best of luck as he treads a new path into his future.

Where do our International Students Come From?

Our students come from Myanmar, Cambodia, Taiwan, Vietnam and Philippines with China representing the largest cohort. Miguel from Philippines and Lucy from China are shown identifying their home on the map of Asia in the International Students’ Common Room.

Where do some of our International students live?

Homestays are offered to many of our international students. These are families in our area who open their homes to our students and provide full board accommodation. This experience is an excellent way for students to improve their English, learn more about the Australian culture and to make the most of their international education experience. Sandra is a homestay mother. On a recent site visit she shared her meal of homemade dumplings with me. Puer Tea Xinhua was also offered. The tea has been stored in fleshed out mandarins for up to 7 years.

Judith Jesser International Student Program Coordinator

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MULLAUNA GERMAN EXCHANGE

On Friday 15 September, three Mullauna College

students, along with staff and students from Vermont

SC and Heathmont SC, started their four week

exchange tour to Germany! Keishin Hagihara, Luke

Stevens and Hayley Rule visited Kaufungen (the host

town), Nürnberg, Rothenburg, Erfurt, Kassel, Berlin

and Heidelberg.

“This exchange gave us many new experiences, for some it was the

first time experiencing jet-lag! Still, we were all excited to be in

Germany. We spent the first day relaxing around Kaufungen with our

host families. During the exchange, we visited many large German

towns and cities, the biggest being Berlin. During the exchange, it was

great that I could meet many German people and visit schools there.

The weekends were the only days I was away from my Australian

group, and my German exchange partners took me to many interesting places. They organised many weekend

activities with other Australians for us. My favourite weekend involved going to a Bundesliga 1 match with my

friend, and to a large theme park the next day. Another great thing about Germany was the food. We were

always trying out German flavours, and many of us bought lots of pretzels during our trips. The German

exchange was a great experience for me and I would recommend it to anyone who is interested.”

Keishin Hagihara

“From the 15 September to 12 October, I was given the opportunity to go

to Kaufungen, Germany on exchange. It was an amazing experience to

see all the differences between Australia and Germany. I also got to go

and see many different towns and cities in Germany including Berlin and

Heidelberg. I enjoyed learning more about the history of Germany during

World War 2 and before the war. My highlights of the trip were having an

amazing host family, eating all the yummy food and seeing all of the

amazing sights in Germany. My German classes helped me with

understanding and speaking German. I wish to go back to Germany one

day in the future.”

Hayley Rule

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MULLAUNA GERMAN EXCHANGE continued

“Travelling to Germany was an experience I’ll never forget. When I first arrived in Germany I was very nervous

as I only knew two other people on the exchange trip. It was a wonderful opportunity to make new friends with

whom I now share some funny memories. I personally recommend Germany’s delicious bratwursts. Germany is

well known for their beer and my expectations of the German culture were met. The soccer in Germany was

much better than in Australia as the atmosphere was extraordinary. We travelled to many cities like Erfurt,

Berlin, Nuremburg, Rothenberg and Heidelberg and this was a highlight for me; I appreciated all the history. It

was great to be immersed in the German culture and practise the language. Visiting Germany was a sensational

experience and one of the best times of my life.”

Luke Stevens

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http://www.kaufungen.eu/Schnellnavigation/Startseite/Australier-in-Kaufungen.php?object=tx,2655.5&ModID=7&FID=2655.363.1 Australier in Kaufungen Australier lernen Kaufungen kennen Bild vergrößern: Bürgermeister Arnim Roß begrüßte die diesjährigen australischen Austauschschüler der IGS Kaufungen vor dem Regionalmuseum Alte Schule. Auch in diesem Jahr findet ein spannender und ereignisreicher Austausch zwischen Schülern aus Australien und Schülern der Gesamtschule statt. Ein wichtiger Programmpunkt war in der vergangenen Woche eine Ortsführung durch Oberkaufungen mit Reinhold Orth sowie der Besuch des Regionalmuseums Alte Schule, wo Heidi Noll die einzelnen Bereiche erklärte. Begrüßt wurden die Schülerinnen und Schülern auch von Bürgermeister Arnim Roß, der die Wichtigkeit des kulturellen Austauschs zwischen Ländern und Kontinenten als Grundlage für ein friedliches Zusammenleben – gerade in der heutigen Zeit - betonte. Australians in Kaufungen Australians get to know Kaufungen Enlarge image: Mayor greeted the year's Australian exchange students in front of the re-gional museum the ‘Old School’. An exciting and eventful exchange between Australian students and students from the inte-grated comprehensive school Kaufugen takes place this year. An important point of the program last week was a guided tour of Oberkaufungen village with Reinhold Orth as well as a visit to the museum Alte Schule (Old School), where Heidi Noll explained how the museum documents the history of the town from the Middle Ages until the present day. The students were also welcomed by Mayor Arnim Ross, who stressed the importance of cultural exchanges between countries and continents as a basis for peaceful coexistence - especially in the present time.

MULLAUNA GERMAN EXCHANGE continued

Australians in Kaufungen

The students also met the Mayor of Kaufungen. The translated article from the German local paper and a website link is shown below. Tanya Alderton Head of Faculty (German)

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Careers @ www.mullaunacollegecareers.com

or see Ms Suzanne Morelli at the Careers Office (Careers & Pathways Advisor)

Items in the latest Career News include - Dates to Diarise in Term 4...go to Calendar of

Events Tertiary News and Scholarships Items in the Careers News include: Reminder: VTAC 2018 Key Dates Health Courses at the University of Queensland Career as a Geologist What is the Right Health Job for You? ANU—Tuckwell Scholarship Uni of Melbourne Extension Program (UMEP)

applications close 22 Dec 2017. There are 28 subects in 2018, and for the first time the University is offering subjects I Media and Communicatins...go to

https://futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/info/ school-students/extension-program Tax File Number What if you think you won’t get a place at Uni? Which Deakin Campus fits You? Low Income Healthcare Card for Australian students Diploma of General Studies (DIGS) at the

University of Melbourne Change of Preference (COP) Dates and Contacts 2017 Open Days and Info Sessions Uni of Melbourne Course Information Day 2017

Monday 18 December, 2017 @ 10.00am—2.30pm at the Parkville Campus. The day is designed so that students and their parents can easily speak to our representatives and make more informed de-cisions about which courses, scholarships, and special entry schemes they are eligible for. There is a full presentation schedule for the day and it is also an opportunity for them to tour the campus, student village and residential colleges, and to learn about how new students can use the Univer-sity’s various support services to transition more effectively from school to university…. go to http://go.unimelb.edu.au/od86

Holmesglen open days and VCAL info 2 November and 14 December… go to

holmesglen.edu.au/open Box Hill Institute 2018 VCAL Information Sessions

5.00pm—7.00pm on Wednesday 25 October, Thursday 23 November and Thursday 14 December at Lilydale Lakeside Campus

5.00pm—7.00pm on Thursday 26 October, Tuesday 28 November and Monday 18 December at Elgar Campus Call 1300 BOX HILL

Interested in Swinburne TAFE for 2018 or pre-app course? They have info evenings on

4.00pm—6.00pm on Tuesday 14 November at

Wantirna Campus 4.00pm—6.00pm on Tuesday 21 November at

Hawthorn Campus Just for You! – Training, Scholarships, Employment & School Alternatives

ASIO is offering 2-year Traineeships in Info Tech and Info Management aimed at graduating Year 12 students interested in IT / Computing security. The traineeships are entry level positions designed to build fundamental skill sets on which to base an IM or IT career. More info -> Careers Office

2 hr Barista training in Ashwood … go to: mbrown@gatewayllen.com.au for Term 4 dates and costs

Apprenticeships

go to: Click Here - Current Vic Vacancies

Free 2 week Youth Job Ready program starting 13 Nov for students interested in Business Traineeships, Horti culture Apprenticeship & other trades … go to: WPC Job Ready program

Free 2 week Mini Automotive Pre-Apprenticeship Program starting 13 Nov go to: recruitmentvic@wpcgroup.org.au

Job Ready in Whitehorse inc. courses for school leavers in Auslan, Computers, WorkSkills, Desktop Design, Early Childhood Education, Horticulture, Hospitality, WoodTurning/Carpentry & Office Skills … go to: www.gatewayllen.com.au

Knoxbrooke Achieve is a 1-2 year non-VCE Education program, go to: www.knoxbrooke.com.au

Cotton On group Holiday jobs go to: https://cottononjobs.com

Interested in a Telstra career? Telstra Careers

Interested in participating in a student exchange program in 2018 go to: info@wep.org.au

Interested in a traineeship with U-Train in areas inc. Business, Recreation, Childcare, Education, Fitness, Hospitality & Animal Companionship?

Call: 1300 UTRAIN (1300-887-246)

Holmesglen open days & VCAL info: Nov 2, Dec 14 … go to: holmesglen.edu.au/open

Holmesglen Career Intro workshops inc. Electrical, Sport, Screen & Media and Science

AusNet Services are advertising for female apprentic-es & trainee to commence in 2018 … go to: Female Trainee Design Engineer – Lilydale

Qualitom is a local Building Company who has a va-cancy for an Apprenticeship in Carpentry III. They are seeking interest from school leavers (Yr 11/12) - both females and males are invited to apply.

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