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TABLE OF CONTENTS
♦Principal's Message
♦Nervous wait over for VCE
students
♦Bayview College triumph
with inaugural VCE
Baccalaureate awarded
♦First day of school begins
This week’s header photo
There was plenty of nervous energy
on Friday as our Year 7 students
began their secondary education at
Bayview College.
Corey Herbertson was lucky to have
his older sister Sheridan guiding him
on his first day. More photos on
page 4
………………………………………….
A reminder that all students must
wear the approved Bayview Bucket
hat in Term 1 & 4. They are available
for purchase at reception.
Principals Message The Staff at Bayview College welcome you back to
the 2015 school year. Bayview College is a safe,
nurturing, diverse, family-friendly school with rigorous, effective
academic programs and challenging, engaging, extracurricular
activities. We believe all parents want the same thing for their sons
and daughters: more and better opportunities for a fulfilling life and
rewarding career pathway. We believe in the importance of a
strong moral compass, and we want our students to be empathic
listeners and responsible, caring, and healthy members of the wider
community.
This year promises to be great as we set high expectations for
learning, and have some serious fun. Our results are among the
highest in the district, but learning at our school means much more
than exam marks. We want our academic programs to come alive
for students. Our students will move beyond the acquisition of
knowledge to produce work that is unique and exciting. Ultimately,
we want students to become the thinkers, innovators, entrepreneurs
and leaders that Portland and our community require.
Our school culture aims to be nurturing and consistent. As a
Restorative Practices School, we build community in each classroom
and promote good citizenship and respect. Our flagship programs;
Wave (Year 7), Anchor (Year 8), Circle (Year 9) and Horizon (year 10
– 12) focus on building strong relationships and deepening students
understanding of themselves. Most importantly, we are ready to
motivate and engage your son and daughter in their learning. We
know that helping students learn how to synthesize information,
problem solve, think critically and organize their materials are
essential, lifelong skills.
As open communication is critical to providing a mutually supportive
environment for students, I would like to take this opportunity to
invite you to attend information evenings that are appropriate for
you and your family throughout the year. You will be informed of
these via the Newsletter and the Calendar of events on the Bayview
College Website. I am certain that you will find these events to be
informative and worthwhile. Look for the fortnightly publication of
this important parent newsletter. It will contain useful information for
you and your family.
A significant organisation to be familiar with as a member of the
Bayview College community is Parents and Friends Association. This
group of parent volunteers provides a wonderful way for parents
(new and old) to become involved in the school, and develop
friendships. Please consult the Calendar for dates, times, and
locations of meetings, social events and fundraising activities. We
hope you can attend!
Bayview College is an open and responsive community. As such, we
believe a parent should always feel comfortable contacting the
school directly with questions or concerns related to a particular
class.
On behalf of the entire school community, I am delighted to
welcome you to an exciting new year at Bayview College. I look
forward to getting to know our new parents and seeing our
returning parents again!
Dr Michelle Kearney
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Nervous wait over for VCE students Bayview College Class of 2014’s positive results reflected the dedication, hard
work and sacrifice made by students and their families throughout the year.
The top performer and dux of Bayview College is Tahli Cavagnino with an ATAR of
97.25. Tahli is hoping to pursue a career in Architecture.
Tahli received 4 study scores over 40, an exceptional result. In 2013 she
completed Product Design Technology-Textiles and Business Management and
Further Maths and Visual Communication Design in 2014.
All Bayview students completing their VCE passed, with 24% of students ranking in
the top 20% of the state.
A number of students achieved study scores over 40 across several subjects and
are placed in the top 9% of the state.
Principal Dr Michelle Kearney said the students have many choices and decisions
to make. “I’m confident that all students will progress towards the pathways of
their choice.” she said.
“The students have achieved strong results and should be proud not only of their
academic achievement but also their ongoing involvement in community
projects, sports and family life.” she said.
Bayview students hope to follow a wide range of pathways including health
sciences, Engineering and Beauty Therapy, with others opting for employment
before applying for the Police Force.
Principal Dr Michelle Kearney said all students must be congratulated. “We’re
immensely proud of all our Year 12 students. The students will always be
remembered with pride for their contribution to the Bayview and local
community.” she said.
School Accounts-Term Instalments If you are paying in 3 term instalments, the dates are as follows; 28 February, 31
May & 31 August 2015.
If you wish to discuss an alternative payment arrangement, please contact Mi-
chael Crowe our Business Manager [email protected], or Lindy
Hernan our Accounts Officer [email protected], or on PH: 5523
1042.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Monday 2 - Wednesday 4
February
Year 7 Orientation Camp
Year 8 Camp
Monday 2 - Tuesday 3
February
Yr 9 Circle Program
Yr 10 Horizon Program
Friday 6 February
School Photos
Term 1 Church Service 2.30pm
All Saints Church
Families welcome
Monday 9 February
Year 12 Information evening
7.00-8.00pm
Year 11 Information evening
8.15-9.15pm
Wednesday 11 February
Year 7 Welcome BBQ
6.00-7.00pm, Bayview College
Friday 13 February
Yr 12 Chemistry Excursion
Thursday 19 February
Interhouse Swimming
(Volunteers needed)
Friday 20 February
Purple casual day (Fundraiser
for Relay for Life)
Relay for Life 5.45-10.00pm
Nelson Park.
Thursday 26 February
Glenelg District Swim Carnival
Sunday 1 March
OPEN DAY 2.00-3.30pm
Year 12 Parent social event
Tuesday 3 March
Yr 9 Circle Program
Thursday 5 March
T/20 senior cricket
Monday 9 March
Labour Day holiday
Yr 12 High Achievers L-R Meg Ryan, Ben Cottier, Tahli Cavagnino, Julia Orlando,
Ebony Braune & Brittany Stafford
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Bayview College triumph with inaugural VCE Baccalaureate awarded Bayview College’s Ebony Braune, and
Brittany Stafford, are amongst the 1st
group of students in Victoria to have
been awarded the VCE
Baccalaureate.
This award is given in conjunction with
the VCE and recognises students who
have undertaken a higher level
Mathematics and a language in their
final years of schooling and achieved
at a high level.
Ebony who wishes to pursue a career
in teaching was thrilled and surprised
to learn of the award.
“I'm really happy to have received this
award as it recognises the hard work I
have put in throughout my
schooling"
Ebony will continue to visit Japan in the future, ensuring her knowledge of the Japanese language continues.
Brittany began her Japanese studies in Year 7.
“It is thrilling to receive this award as it highlights the dedication required to study a language.”
Brittany plans to study paramedicine and Nursing at University.
Bayview College’s Japanese program has a proud history with a number of past students choosing to continue their
Japanese studies at University. This has provided them the opportunity to gain employment overseas and
broaden their horizons.
Bayview College Principal Dr Michelle Kearney said the longstanding exchange program with Japan has given the
students an opportunity to experience a different culture, build friendships and an appreciation of the benefits of
learning a LOTE.
“In a global economic market having students who are able to communicate in a language other than their mother
tongue is recognised by the tertiary sector and employers alike,” said Dr Kearney,
“The exchange program to Japan has been a life changing experience for many of our students.
“We are very excited to announce that we have established a new sister school relationship with Osaka City Nishi
Senior High School and we look forward to the many opportunities that this partnership will provide for the students
and families at both our schools over the coming years.” Dr Kearney concluded.
L-R Ebony Braune & Brittany Stafford
Thursday 19 February
Interhouse Swimming
(Parent volunteers
needed)
Contact Andy Murrell
on 55231042
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Gretta Barr Debbie Chambers & Crystal Berry
Mackenna Huf & dad Carl Year 12 students begin their big year
Tenille & sister Tahlia Gollasch Grace Davey Lachlan McLean
First Day of School
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Tyrendarra Show Saturday 14 February 2015 The 98th annual Tyrendarra Show is on 14 February – not far away!
The Show Society is working with the upcoming Fringe Festival which is happening the week before the Show. Part of
the Festival is a scarecrow-making workshop to be held on Sunday 8 February from 12 noon in front of the Tea Tree
Gallery at 59 Percy Street. Materials will be provided but if you have special clothes you would like to use bring them
along. The scarecrows will then be taken to be entered in the scarecrow competition at the Tyrendarra Show the
following Saturday!
The Show is also following the koala theme of the Fringe Festival in a couple of competitions. The “Farm & Garden”
section has a category “novelty item in the shape of a koala to be made from vegetables or fruit”. The Junior
Section of the Cookery has a category “decorated cake, decoration to include a koala or koalas (any shape,
decoration only to be judged)”.
Don’t forget the lego, craft work, photography , pet competition & Junior Show Kids.
Tyrendarra – between Portland & Port Fairy on the Princes Highway. For more information ring Robyn on 0427295271
or go to www.tyrendarraagriculturalshow.com.au
Portland Netball Association Twilight Competition Grades;- Open, 15/under, 13/under, 11/under and Net Set
Go (grade 3 & up)
Registration night is the 2nd February 2015
Team sheets available by ringing 5523 5140.
Net Set Go and 11 &U registration will be 6.00pm
Junior teams (13 & 15 U)6.30pm
Senior Teams 7.00pm
If not in a team please come at the 6.00pm timeslot and
we will hopefully place you in a team.
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BAYVIEW COLLEGE
119 Bentinck Street
PO Box 256
PORTLAND Vic 3304
(03) 5523 1042
www.bayview.vic.edu.au