assistant principal’s report
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News of Mullauna College Volume 31 Number 05 11 May 2018
Important Dates
Mullauna College
456 Springfield Road, Mitcham, 3132
Telephone: (03) 9874 3422
www.mullauna.vic.edu.au
Compass Parent Login https://mullauna.vic.jdlf.com.au/
Tuesday
15 May
School Council
Tues Wed Thurs
15, 16, 17 May
NAPLAN
Monday
21 May
NEVR Concert Rehearsal
Tuesday
22 May
SkillZ
NEVR Concert
Wednesday
23 May
CURRICULUM DAY
Pupil Free Day
Thursday
24 May
Senior Sport
Tuesday
29 May
Cross Country
Thursday
31 May
Year 7 Debut Concert
Monday
11 June
Queen’s Birthday Holiday
Pupil Free Day
2018 Term Dates
Term 1: 30 January—29 March Term 2: 16 April—29 June Term 3: 16 July—21 September Term 4: 8 October—21 December
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL’S REPORT
There are so many things to talk about and share with the school
community and we are only four weeks into Term 2! Work continued
on the building program over the school holiday break, and it was
great to start the term with significant landscaping completed.
Athletics Carnival
Our annual Athletics Carnival was held on Wednesday 18 April. It was
a great day with fantastic weather, great competition and students
and staff working together with great house spirit and enthusiasm.
Well done to Rafter House on being the victors on the day.
Open Night
Thursday 26 April was our Open Night and what an outstanding
success it was. The school facilities, programs, staff and students were
showcased. We were very pleased to hear a number of comments
about how impressive our students are, how proud our staff are to
work at our school, the quality of every teaching area, and the positive
energy in our school. A special thank you to all staff and students who
contributed to producing such a dynamic evening.
It’s not OK to be away
Our Year Level Coordinators and teachers are becoming increasingly
concerned about the number of students who are arriving late to
school and students who are absent for reasons that are inappropriate
such as their birthday or a shopping trip. Being punctual at school
needs to be a family commitment. The school day commences at
8:35am with a bell that signals students should be at their lockers and
moving off to class.
Colds and Other Bugs!
The exception to the above is when a student is ill and our appeal to
keep sick students at home is a somewhat regular request! Please
don’t send your son or daughter to school if he/she is unwell. Schools
are places where cross infection happens very easily. If your child has
a cold or stomach upset then they will be passing it on to their
classmates and teachers. The sick bay is a facility that is not staffed full
time, and is provided to monitor students temporarily, until a relative
can come and collect them. Your understanding in this matter will
benefit your own child as well as the rest of the college community.
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Attitudes to School Survey
The student Attitudes to School Survey provides valuable feedback to the school and informs on how students
perceive their learning opportunities inside and outside of the classroom, as well as their interactions with peers and
teachers. For 2018, students will undertake this survey online on Wednesday 9 May. All students will be provided with
their individual login information and will be given the opportunity to undertake the survey at school. It is important
that students consider each question carefully and respond based on their general perception of school, not on a
particular class.
Exam Period
As we approach the exam period, teachers are finalising work tasks with students and regularly informing parents of
overdue work and opportunities for students to catch up. Please check Compass to ensure that your child is up to
date. All students will be provided with exam protocols and an exam timetable. The examination period will be
conducted from Monday 4 June to Friday 8 June. The GAT will be held on Wednesday 13 June for all students who are
undertaking a Unit 3/4 subject. Students must arrive at school by 9.30am and be in full school uniform. Mobile phones
and calculators must be left at home or in lockers and only clear water bottles may be brought to the examination
centre. Wednesday 13 June is Report Writing day, therefore only students undertaking the GAT will be required at
school.
Coles Sport for Schools Program
A huge thank you to the whole school community for the support during the Coles Sports for
Schools Program which finished recently. The collected vouchers have been mailed out
and we await confirmation of our efforts. We are advised the Sport equipment will
arrive at the college in Term 3 if we are successful.
Students on School Council
Due to recent changes introduced by the Education Department, two students are now invited to become full
members of School Council. These students will be chosen by the student community, following the normal ballot
and election process. This commitment will involve the students attending approximately four meetings per term
and they will become involved in key decision making of the college. Students are advised to keep an eye out for
more information on Compass as it becomes available.
Jeff McMillin Assistant Principal
Curriculum Day - Wednesday 23 May 2018
Dear parents and carers, The Mullauna teaching staff will be participating in a full day of professional learning on Wednesday 23 May 2018. This will be a student free day for all students UNLESS enrolled in a Unit 3/4 subject. Students enrolled in Unit 3/4 subjects will attend to sit their practice GAT (General Achievement Test) and are required to attend between 9:30am till 12:15pm.
In recent years, Mullauna has been implementing targeted school improvement initiatives. One of our key improvement priorities has been focussed on progressively implementing common approaches to class-room instruction school-wide from years 7 to 12.
The focus of our Curriculum Day will be two pronged: 1. Allowing staff time to complete training in the areas of anaphylaxis and mandatory reporting 2. Further develop their understanding of the Department’s ‘High Impact Teaching Strategies’ resource.
Margaret Graham Acting Principal
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NAPLAN 2018
The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is scheduled for the mornings
of Tuesday 15 May, Wednesday 16 May and Thursday 17 May. Students in years 7 and 9 will be
assessed in Reading, Writing, Language Conventions (Spelling, Grammar and Punctuation) and
Numeracy (please note, in 2018 there is only one Numeracy test).
NAPLAN results provide an important measure of how all Australian students are performing in
literacy and numeracy. However, the NAPLAN report is just one component of Mullauna College’s
assessment and reporting practices. This does not replace the extensive and ongoing assessments
made by the English and Mathematics teachers regarding each student’s performance and progress.
TIMETABLE
All years 7 and 9 students are required to sit the NAPLAN tests. Students will need to bring a note
written by a parent/carer to officially request a withdrawal from a particular test.
Jacquie Brush Leader of Curriculum
When: Tuesday 15 May
Wednesday 16 May
Thursday 17 May
Period 1
Year 9 Language Conventions 45 minutes
Year 9 Periods 1 & 2 Reading 65 minutes
Year 9 Periods 1 & 2 Numeracy 60 minutes (2 parts – calculator and non-calculator)
Period 2 Year 7 Language Conventions 45 minutes
Period 3
Year 7 Writing 40 minutes
Year 7 Periods 3 & 4 Reading 65 minutes
Year 7 Periods 3 & 4 Numeracy 60 minutes (2 parts – calculator and non-calculator)
Period 4
Year 9 Writing 40 minutes
YEAR 12 STUDENT PARKING
As per Mullauna College policy, year 12 students are not permitted to park on
College grounds. This includes the Tinkerbell Childcare Centre carpark.
Student parking is available on Tirana Street.
Penny Nevill,
VCE Coordinator
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Musical Notes
Our music department is running full steam ahead as always. All the large ensembles are busy preparing for the mas-
sive Mid-Year/Year 7 debut Concert on May 31. The concert will start at 7.00pm in our Performing Arts Centre. As this
is a production year, all music events will be planned so that students and staff concerned are able to focus on produc-
tion. This means our Mid-Year Concert in term 2 is later than usual and will be a longer concert. During Term 3 all en-
sembles will still run, as not every music student is involved in production, however where there are clashes, the pro-
duction will take priority after the May 31 concert.
This year we have 30 students participating in three different ensembles for NEVR concert, the Region run event at
Hamer Hall in the city on May 22. Rehearsals are underway and the goal is that in just two or three rehearsals and
home practice, the music will be mastered! Thank you to all the parents for supporting this amazing event. Tickets are
on sale from www.artscentremelbourne.com.au with students receiving a notice at their rehearsals. The dress code for
all performers black pants/skirt and a black shirt – all black. If girls are wearing a skirt, please ensure you also wear
black stockings. Parents, your support is appreciated in helping your child prepare for this concert especially concern-
ing the dress code. We hope you enjoy watching your child be a super star on one of the most amazing stages in Mel-
bourne.
Sally Newstead
Head of Performing Arts
Evening rehearsals for The Hamer Hall Wind Symphony
What do you get when you
put together 109 young
musicians from 19 schools
from grade 5 to 12 in 1 band
room with 10 music teachers
to share their wisdom?
Amazing Music!
Ok LOUD amazing music!
Hamer Hall here we come!
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International Student Forum
Three of our students from Mullauna College—two International students and one local student attended the Internatial Student Forum. Terrence Wang ( Year 12), Cindy CAI (year 11), and Sophia Salerno ( Year 10) together with Mr Victor Lee, attended the forum at the State Library Melbourne. This was a platform for students from across Victo-ria to come together to share their ideas on how the International Student program can be enhanced to help develop global citizenship.
The theme for the Forum was Empowering Student Voice to Cultivate Global Citizenship and facilitated our students working with local and international students in a highly interactive program. Through sharing experiences students were able to recognise opportunities available within their school and the wider community to grow their Global Citizenship potential, and identify areas that could be improved with collaboration across the school community.
Judith Jesser International Student Program Coordinator
From the Desk of the International Student Program Coordinator at Mullauna College…...
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Mullauna Sport
EMR INTERMEDIATE SOFTBALL
The Intermediate Girls softball team faced strong opposition in all
three of it’s games at the EMR finals and set the goals of being
competitive and improving our performance, the focus of the day.
Game one was a disappointing performance against an athletic
Camberwell High School team, and was a wake up call for how
tough the challenges were going to be. However, this inspired a
stirring “come from behind” win in game two as we beat Wantirna
College 13 to 4!
A respectable 16 to 7 loss to eventual champions, Brentwood
Secondary College rounded out what was a terrific day of softball
with our goals being met. Well done to all team members—Mikayla
Jones, Montannah Shanks, Madison Clarke, Finn Wharton, Jessica
Thai, Alison Sar, Abigail Plant, Madison Murphy, Nikita Green and
Rina Boyd.
Neil Burke
Sport Coordinator
Senior Boys Netball
On Monday 30 April Mullauna had two boys’ teams competing in
the Interschool Netball competition. The teams finished 2nd and
4th overall. It was a great day with excellent participation.
Thankyou to Bree Silver for her assistance in coaching.
Corinne Barr
Health and Physical Education Faculty Leader
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Careers @ www.mullaunacollegecareers.com
to see Ms Suzanne Morelli at the Careers Office BOOK CAREERS https://mullaunacareers.youcanbook.me/
(Careers & Pathways Advisor)
Careers @ www.mullaunacollegecareers.com
Dates to Diarise this week … go to: Calendar of Events
Check out the latest Career News @ Mullauna Career News Items include: Dates to Diarise in Term 2
Law Week 2018 TSFX Year 11 & 12 Winter School Programs
News from Swinburne University Sport Development/Leadership and Management
Architecture at Swinburne Career in Health Information Management
DeakInspire 2018
UNSW CO-OP Program
Career as an Architect Architecture, Construction & Surveying Degrees in Victoria
Graphic, Interior & Visual Design Degrees in Victoria Snapshot of The University of Otago (NZ) n 2018
Monash University Scholars Program
Early Entry Programs at ACU
Community Achiever Program (CAP) Passion for Business (P4B) Early Entry Program
Passion for Law (P4L) Early Entry Program Travel & Tourism Courses in Victoria
Snapshot of James Cook University (JCU) in 2018
JMC Academy Open Day 2018
National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) Collarts
Associate Degree in Engineering Technology at RMIT University Youth Central Website
Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT) Schoolies Unearthed
Snapshot of Deakin – Waurn Ponds Campus in 2018
Biomedicine/Biomedical Degrees in Victoria
Where does an Arts Degree get you?
Youth Central Website Law Week 2018
Career in Health Information Management Career as a Veterinarian
Make an appointment with Ms Suzanne Morelli Careers and Pathways Advisor
BOOK CAREERS https://mullaunacareers.youcanbook.me/
Also for those interested in Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths,
take a look at this week’s STEM Careers
Job Opportunities
Search for current Apprenticeships & Traineeships at WPC Group Australia
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Community Corner
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Community Corner
Who’s In Charge Program?
Who’s in Charge? is a FREE 8 week program for parents or carers
of young people (8-17 years) who are out of control, violent or defiant. Monash Council Family Services will be facilitating this
program. The program aims to:
Provide a supportive environment to share experiences
and ideas
Reduce the guilt and shame parents may feel
Offer ideas to help develop individual strategies for
managing a child’s behaviour
Explore ways of increasing safety and well-being
Help parents/carers feel more in control and less stressed
When: Every Tuesday from 24th
April – 12th
June
between 7pm – 9:30pm
Where: Batesford Community Hub
94 Batesford Rd, Chadstone
Cost: FREE program
Bookings: Bookings essential.
For enquiries or bookings please phone
Monash Family Services on 9807 2500
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Community Corner
Every two years, School Crossings Victoria, holds an awards night to honour the dedication and hard work put into the
Community by School Crossing Supervisors from all over the
state. It is that time again where we ask all schools to promote the award and ask the school community to nominate the
supervisor they feel is worthy of being recognised, and may even be judged Victoria’s School Crossing Supervisor of the Year.
What an honour that title will be for one of our
dedicated supervisors.
The 2015/2016 award night was held in Preston in 2016 with the winner being Robyn Sabljak from Murrindindi Shire Council.
The night itself, was wonderful, 250 attended with over 700
nominations received, and there was a lot of pride in the room.
Nomination forms are available at reception.
Nominations close on May 25, 2018.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact
Dreena Lawrence-Gray (Chairperson) on 0490 017 340.
Your support will be greatly appreciated.