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Warrnambool College Newsletter

School President: Glenistair Hancock

June 2015, Issue 10

Principal Report

Michael Fitzgerald

24th June Greater western

region

intermediate

winter sports

24th June Hands on learning

information

evening

6:30PM

25th June House celebrations

day - Final day for

students

26th June Pupil free day

26th June Semester reports

published

26th

June—

13th July

School Holidays

13th July First day of Term 3

16th July Physics

Synchrotron

excursion

16th July State cross country

21st July Year 10 mock job

interviews

22nd July GWR junior sports

24th July Hopkin out of

uniform day

27th-31st

July

Year 10

29th July Parent subject

information

evening

6th August Whole school

interview day

Grafton Road, Warrnambool Vic 3280 Ph: 5564 4444 email: Warrnam-

bool.co@edumail.vic.gov.au www.wblcoll.vic.edu.au

The New Point System Over the past few weeks, I have heard from parents and students about the new point system intro-duced this term. Some have been concerned that this approach to rule following is a little too harsh. Thus, I would like to write down a few thoughts on why we have chosen this system. School rules are a funny thing. They exist because there is a perceived need in schools that certain expectations about behaviour, dress code and ap-proach to studies are important. In the case of uni-form, whenever I have asked parents or students if they think that uniform is important they invariably reply that we need it. Whether it be for school pride or to help avoid an expensive fashion contest at school that some families cannot afford, school uniform is generally popular with both parents and students. So then, what are we to do if students do not follow a uniform rule? In the case of the new points system, students lose a point every time they wear a non-uniform item such as a hoody, skins or the wrong shoes. When the student is given 5 points, they are then given a detention after school on a Friday. Is this fair? In the case of going to class, we expect students to take the required equipment needed to learn. If a student arrives to Maths without a calculator and the teacher has designed a class that depends on each student using their calculator, then what is to be done? Quite often the student concerned ex-pects the teacher to solve the problem. If a student arrives to an English class without pen or paper or goes to iLearn without an iPad, how can they complete essential tasks being set for their in class? What is the teacher to do? Previously, a teacher might have had to take several spare calcu-lators to class, or hand out spare pens or paper. Now we are giving students points for not being prepared. Is this fair?

In regard to situations where students may swear loudly in class or in the yard, or treat other stu-dents with a lack of respect, most would accept that this is not reasonable behaviour. Where stu-dents may have been given a warning, now they risk losing a point. Is this fair? Last week, I was discussing the issue of Year 12 students being young adults with one of our par-ents. Should they have their uniforms checked like the other students? Should they lose points if they do not bring equipment to class? They are highly regarded students at our school who are often stressed with the pressures of VCE. Should we give them a break or do they need to set the standard for the rest of the students? I don’t have an answer for these questions. I wish I did. I do understand the concern that a points sys-tem is a punitive one and can be seen as a cold approach to discipline. Yet at the same time, I think that there is an important need for order in schools. I also like our rules. I think that they are fair and important. However, when they are broken is such a response warranted? I am just not sure. However, I know that since the introduction of the point system, the following things have happened:

1. Students are getting to class on time far more

than they did last term.

2. Hoodies in class disappeared almost instantly.

Students are bringing the correct equipment to class more regularly. So what is to be done? How do we have students follow rules without seeming harsh in our policing of these rules? How do we make Warrnambool College the best school that it can be while having our students and parents know that we care about them? How can we respect our students and how can our students respect the rules at the same time? Our new points policy was never intended to be disrespectful of our wonderful students. I would welcome any feedback from community members.

This issue

Pg 2-3—Assistant principal report

Pg 4—CSEF form

Pg 5– Big life

Pg 6—Parent information

Pg 7—Disability data collection

Pg 8-13—Student news

Pg 14-15 Community notices / important

information

Assistant Principal Report Adam Matheson, David Clift, Emma Miller, Danny Finn

Adam Matheson

David Clift

Emma Miller

Danny Finn

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Year 11 Study areas

We recently held a very successful VCE information evening. One area to come out of this was dis-

cussions regarding available study spaces for year 11 students completing year 12 subjects and after

hours additional study. We recognize that many of our students prefer to remain at school. Year 12

students often study in their common room until 6pm at night and appreciate the extra time that is

made available to them. If year 11 students would like to take advantage of a quiet study space at

the College there are several options open to them. The classroom adjacent to the VCE centre offic-

es, V1 can be used. This room allows the students to have access to VCE staff and coaches if they

require assistance. The VCE silent study area is available from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm. If these venues

are unavailable we also offer students the use of meeting rooms and the seminar room in the main

office building. These rooms remain open until approx. 6 pm each evening. It is wonderful to see

students wanting to achieve high results and apply their best efforts to their VCE. It is our pleasure

to assist them in any way that we can.

Music program and Eisteddfod

On Thursday night it was a pleasure to listen to the junior band and music ensembles and solos

performed by year 7 students. This is quite a busy time for the music department with Eisteddfod

performances both within and outside of the College. All of our music staff are involved with bands

both inside and outside of the College. We wish them luck in the competitions and a healthy sense

of competitive rivalry. If any student would like to take up an interest in learning a musical

instrument or taking vocal lessons there are myriad opportunities available to them. In addition to

this there is also the opportunity to be involved in the highly successful choir or Rock Bands pro-

gram.

YOUR COMPASS STUDENT ID CARD IS IMPORTANT As some students have already realised, you will not be able to access the Compass Kiosk at the Main Office to check your timetable without your student ID card. Students will not be able to sign in/sign out without their ID card. During term three there will be other administration tasks that students will need their Compass student ID card for. They include; Borrowing of library resources

Photocopying

We are currently investigating the possibility of using student ID cards for purchasing items from the canteen; this would be similar to using the ID card as a debit card to pay for food from the canteen. We would encourage all students to carry their student ID card on them at all times during school hours. If you can’t find your ID card then you need to organise another ID card with the Main Office staff.

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SEAL 10+

Reminder that expressions of interest are now due for those wishing to potentially participate in the SEAL 10+ class next

year. If you missed the Question and Answer session with David Clift (Assistant Principal) and Mark O’Sullivan please be

sure to contact either of them by phone or email. This is shaping up to be a very unique and beneficial program that will

provide excellent educational outcomes for our gifted and talented students.

ABCD System

Accountability and transparency has increased since the introduction of this module on Compass. This system is focused on

encouraging students to be on time for class, bring the right materials to class, wear correct uniform and submit their CAT’s

on time. The system includes a reward base for positive endeavors; this is all reflected in the graph found on your child’s

chronicle page. Since the release of the first set of ‘warning’ messages staff have reflected a marked turn around. It is won-

derful to see the student body engaging with this system in a positive manner.

Important Dates Semester two classes commenced as of Monday the 15th of June. This is also a block out period for excursions as we want all students and staff where possible to be present in the classroom. This allows for the greatest positive start to learning. The second last day of term, the 25th of June will incorporate House celebrations during period 3 and 4. Students should have received notification of this via their House and tutor. The last day of term, the 26th of June is a pupil free day where staff will be conducting professional learning at the College. We hope that everyone has a safe and restful break in recognition of renewed efforts and focus in term 3.

The Education State The Victorian Government is building the Education State – supporting all Victorians to live the lives they want to live and get the jobs they need, securing our state’s economic and social future. Every Victorian has an equal right to the knowledge and skills to shape their lives, regardless of their background, their personal circumstances and where they live. We want to hear from all Victorians - their experiences and aspirations for learning – in and out of the classroom – to make Victoria the Education State To have your say, visit The Education State Consultation

Student Safety

In the past weeks we have had reports of students in the Warrnambool area being approached by citizens in cars. The

students affected have been both male and female. This has occurred in

locations near the College, Merrivale and also West Warrnambool. It is a timely reminder for our

students to be vigilant when travelling to and from school and also in the local surrounds of

Warrnambool. The situations have arisen at all times of the day and in numerous locations. It would be great if parents

could discuss this situation with their children and make them aware of the dangers involved

Camps, Sports & Excursions Fund - Financial Assistance Important Information for Parents

If you hold a valid means tested concession card, or are a temporary foster parent, you may be eligible for Camps, Sports & Excursions

Fund (CSEF) allowance. The allowance will be paid to the school to use towards expenses relating to camps, excursions, or sporting

activities for the benefit of your child.

The annual SCEF amount per student will be $225 per secondary school student, aged up to 18 years inclusive.

Closing Date :

You should lodge a CSEF application for at the College by the 26th of June 2015.

More information about the CSEF is available at : www.education.vic.gov.au/csef

Eligibility Criteria :

To be eligible for the fund, a parent or legal guardian of a student attending a registered Government or non-government Victorian

Primary or Secondary School must:

On the first day of Term Two or;

On the first day of Term Three

a)Be an eligible holder of a Veterans Affairs Gold Card or be an eligible Centrelink Health Care Card (HCC) or Pension Con-

cession Card (PCC) holder, OR

b)Be a temporary foster parent, and;

c)Submit an application to the school by the due date.

Parents who receive a Carer Allowance on behalf of a child, or any other benefit or allowance not income tested by Centrelink, are not

eligible for the CSEF unless they also comply with one of (a) or (b) above.

School is compulsory for all Victorian children aged between six and 17 years of age.

For the purposes of CSEF, students may be eligible for assistance if they attend a Victorian registered primary or secondary school. Typically, these students are aged between five and 18 years.

CSEF is not payable to students attending pre-school, kindergarten, home schooled, or TAFE.

CSEF eligibility will be subject to the parent/legal guardian’s concession card successfully validating with Centrelink on either the first day of term two or term three Term Two Validation If the parent/legal guardian’s concession card successfully validates on the first day of term two (13 April 2015), the application will be processed and the full annual payment will be made to the school from the commencement of term three. Term Three Validation For applications which fail the term two validation, but become valid on the first day of term three, the application will be processed and payment will be made to the school during term three.

How to apply :

Contact our Administration Office on 5564 4444 to obtain a CSEF application form, or download the form from www.education.vic.gov.au/csef. Once completed return the form to the College for processing Application forms should be completed and lodged with schools before the end of term two each year as payments are made each year during term three. Howev-er schools will be able to accept and process applications up until the end of term three each year. Application forms are available for download on this page or printed copies are available at schools.

Shared custody : The CSEF system only allows one application per student. Parents in shared custody situations are encouraged to make decisions as to who applies for the CSEF. Schools should not be put into the position of arbitrating in decisions such as this. If the parents cannot decide between themselves who should apply, they should be encouraged to resolve the dispute through the Family Court, or contact the Department’s CSEF Helpdesk for more information on Ph: 1800 060 970.

Resources : The CSEF policy document which provides more detailed information for schools is also available from this website. www.education.vic.gov.au/csef CSEF Application form (pdf - 153.5kb) CSEF Application form (docx - 46.07kb) CSEF Promotional flyer (pdf - 570.59kb) CSEF Policy for Schools (pdf - 360.8kb)

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A BIG LIFE’S PARENT/CARER FORUM.

WHEN: Tuesday 21 July 2015, 7.00 – 8.30pm

WHERE: South West TAFE Conference and Events Centre

Third Floor, B Building, Warrnambool Campus

Timor Street Warrnambool

Our Parent/Carers forum is a joint activity between Brauer and Warrnambool Colleges and the Warrnambool Student Wellbeing Association (WSWA).

We aim to introduce the parents and carers in our school communities to the potential roles the A Big Life program could play in our schools and our broader school communities.

We will be showing parents and carers some of the resources and activities we are currently using in our two schools.

And, we hope to gain your insight and guidance on developing A Big Life as a whole school community initiative to support and strengthen the wellbeing of the young people in our care.

This is an exciting opportunity for our school communities to contribute to a culture in our schools that gratefully acknowledges the values and strengths of our young people, is mindful of the challenges that they face and is hopeful in their capacity and po-tential to meet those challenges.

NUMBERS FOR OUR FIRST FORUM ARE LIMITED. BOOK EARLY TO BE ONE OF OUR FIRST CONTRIBUTORS.

RSVPs to Karina Said on 55604403 OR email: said.karina.l@edumail.vic.gov.au

SEE YOU THERE!

Michael Barling

Teacher

A Big Life

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The Year 9, 10 and 11 Careers Program and the Subject Selection Process has begun. The

program will prepare students for the challenges of selecting subjects and pathways for 2016

and beyond. Choosing a pathway is one of the most important decisions your child will have

to make. Many factors will influence your child’s decision. Australia, together with the rest of

the world is undergoing rapid changes, changes that present many challenges to the

education, training and industry sectors. These changes will have a great effect on your

child’s working life.

How Can You Help?

In order to be able to cope with these challenges, students have to be able to make im-

portant and informed decisions about their work and study options. Research shows that par-

ents and guardians have the greatest influence on their children’s career choice.

Parents and Guardians are urged to be actively involved in this process via:

The Subject Prospectus - these booklets can be found on Compass under School Documen-

tation. These documents include a summary of pathways and subjects available in 2016

Attend the Parent Subject Information Evening in Term three (Wednesday 29th July 2015)

Book a time during the Whole School Interview Day (Thursday 6th August 2015) when book-

ings open in Term 3

Visit Open Days at TAFEs and Universities. Most institutional open days are held in August –

usually on a Sunday between 9am-4pm. It is strongly recommended that students and par-

ents attend the open days

For any further assistance, please feel free to contact Peter Bollard (Careers Counselor), Lyn

Lanman (MIPs Coordinator), Jen Penn (Curriculum) or Brad Henriksen (Senior Success) at the

College.

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NATIONALLY CONSISTENT COLLECTION OF DATA ON SCHOOL STUDENTS WITH DISABILITY. COLLECTION NOTICE All schools in Australia, including Independent and Catholic schools, will participate in the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability this year. This Data Collection is an annual count of the number of students with disability receiving educa-tional adjustments to support their participation in education on the same basis as students with-out disability. All education agencies are now required under the Australian Education Regulation 2013 to provide information on a student’s level of education, disability and level of adjustment to the Australian Government Department of Education and Training.* Data will continue to be de-identified prior to its transfer and no student’s identity will be provided to the Australian Government Department of Education and Training. The collection of this information from states and territories will inform future policy and program planning in relation to students with disability. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Kerry Ziegeler on 5564 4444 or the Victorian Department of Education and Training Data Collection Hotline on (03) 96513621. For questions after 7 August 2015, please call the Australian Government Department of Education and Training on 1300 566 046. *For more information on Schedule 3 – Amendments for the collection of data on students who are persons with a disability Australian Education Regulation 2013 see: http://www.comlaw.gov.au/Details/F2014L01723/Html/Text# Toc404934419

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On the 4th of June three of our finest junior public speakers competed in the

regional final of Legacy Public Speaking Award. Congratulations to Breanna

Billing, Tiffany Tracey and Susan Malikof for their outstanding efforts. Susan

received first place and will compete in the September preliminary final in

Melbourne.

Debating practice is well underway. Warrnambool College has entered 20

teams in the Warrnambool Eisteddfod. The debating section begins on July 27th

and should be a very exciting time for all involved.

Courtney Anders (Geology and Bailey Vickers (Biomedical Science – Deakin)

both ex-students from the school ran a “How to find and Apply for a Scholarship”

Workshop on Monday 22 June.

The objective was to encourage Year 12 students to learn how to find

scholarships (using Myfuture and the web); How to make a successful

application what scholarship selection boards look for in an application.

Bailey (Dafydd Lewis Trust Scholarship Awardee) and Courtney (Mary Jane Lewis

Trust Scholarship Awardee) both outlined the approach they took and the

organisation and time management required to make multiple applications to a

range of scholarships. They also discussed their respective experience in being

awardees and the range of additional (non financial) benefits of the

scholarships. For example the mentoring program, meeting people with similar

backgrounds, networking with high profile CEOs and previous members etc.

and Bailey and Courtney highlighted how the scholarship selection boards

operate, what they look for and key points to make your application stand out.

Courtney also discussed her personal motivation and how this helped her to be

successful in being awarded a substantial scholarship

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The Yr12 Logies night of

nights started with the

entrance on the red carpet

and the paparazzi queen (Mrs

Harris) taking pictures of all

the guests as they arrived. The

atmosphere grew as the numbers

increased to the 126 strong crowd.

Entertainment from DJ Hollaway

and the dance floor soon became

the main attraction with many of

the supporting teachers being

dragged in to the dance area by

students. There were many laughs

and a great mix of music from tech-

no like nightclub feel, to the modern

classics of the nutbush that always

get people moving. Throughout the

night the photo booth had a steady

flow of people eager to take photos

pulling funny faces or a serious pho-

to of friendship groups that have

reached their climactic year of sec-

ondary education together.

A special mention to all the dozen

Year 12 students who helped to set

up the Hall and to all the staff who

supported throughout the night with

taking tickets, supervision and the

clean-up. Without this support

events like this would not be

possible, so Thank you.

On a bitterly cold Friday morning our best cross country runners shed their coats and donned their singlets to race

at Victoria Park Warrnambool in the Greater Western Region Cross Country event. This was the last stepping stone

to qualify for the State Championships in Melbourne. Warrnambool College fielded 26 athletes across most age

groups. I would like to congratulate all those runners who competed so well for our college and tolerated the

near-freezing conditions on the day. Overall we had 13 top ten finishers, which was an outstanding effort.

Some of the team highlights of the day were our 14 years boys team coming first with Jay Rantall the outright win-

ner, Jayden Brown 4th, Harry Boyd 6th and Trent Handreck 15th. The 16 years boys team were also the winners with

Ben Warren 6th, Stewart Mandersen 9th, Ryan Prout, Huw Jones and Nick Attril.

Some of the other outstanding individual performances were Naticia Varley 2nd place and Tanika May 4th place

in the 15 years girls event, Mimi Dixon 10th and Sienna Crabbmor 11th were close behind them. Kayla May finished

strongly in 9th position in the 14 years girls race.

Ollie Bridgewater and Matt Rea represented us well in the 15 years boys event.

Our senior students also showed grit and determination to turn in some high achievements. Tom Cowling 6th, Will

Berryman 7th and Tobin Varley 9th all overcame tough opposition to finish top ten and in the girls Sarah Hall 10th,

Eva Dixon 18th and Tenae Turner 27th all posted fine performances.

It was very encouraging to see some of our new year 7 students representing our College at this level for the first

time in the 12 and 13 years age groups, so well done to Luke Wilson 12th, Campbell Love, Greta

Dabizzi 12th and Harrison Kilpatrick.

A big thankyou to Emma Vesey who helped

me manage our team on the day, and also

thanks to all the parents who came and sup-

ported our students in the race, and in some

cases shuttled them to and from school to mini-

mise disruption to senior class commitments.

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The theme of

the day was

CLONE. Taken

by surprise,

many students

dressed alike-

wearing the

same pj’s, the

same rugby

tops or even

the same hair

styles! All

money raised

from the day

will be going

towards

Mental Health

Awareness,

WRAD

(Western

Regional

Alcohol and

Drug Centre).

Announce-

ment of the

Jelly bean

jars-

Well done Mr

Hall and Ms

Berry!

Thank you to

all student

leaders for your

ongoing

commitment

and dedica-

tion towards

your 2015

project.

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Warrnambool College success at the Warrnambool Eisteddfod!

This week is perhaps the biggest week of the year for the music department with many of our music students and ensembles

representing Warrnambool College at our local Eisteddfod competition.

Instrumental Ensembles Monday 15th June

Instrumental Solos & Duets Tuesday 16th June

Bands Tuesday 16th- Evening

Junior School Band – Warrnambool College Junior Concert Band

(1st)

Senior School Band – Warrnambool College Senior Concert Band

(2nd)

Congratulations also to Warrnambool College music teachers Emma Thompson and Erin Toulmin for their successful performances conducting bands in the Community Band section

Choir (Wednesday 17th June)

Secondary School Choral Group – Warrnambool College Choir (1st)

Congratulations to Warrnambool College year 12 student Maddi

Jackway who led the Merrivale Primary School choir to win 1st place

for their performance in the Primary School Choral Group section.

You may have seen her being interviewed (and the College choir per-

forming) on WIN local news on Wednesday evening!

Piano Thursday 18th June

Voice Wednesday 17th and Friday 19th

7G SEALP Band Concert! Last night the music department celebrated with the students and families of the 7G SEAL class Band, with their end of semester concert. After only 1 semester of tuition these capable young musicians performed superbly for their parents and families, not only as a class band but in small ensembles as well! Four brave students even performed solos, much to our delight! Congratulations to teachers Emmas Thompson, Erin Toulmin and Airlie Tait for their expert teaching, and to the students of 7G for their hard work and very enjoyable concert! I look forward to seeing many of these talented students joining our bands program in the future!

12 years and Under (Own Choice) - Jamie Ahu (3rd), Gin-ger Conquest (HM) 12 years and Under (Popular) – Jamie Ahu (HM), Ginger Conquest 14 years and Under (Own Choice) - Emily Webster (HM), Tiffany Tracey (HM) 14 years and Under (Popular) – Calum Tait (Highly Com-mended) 14 years and Under (Australian Composer) – Emily Web-ster

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The semester has quickly come to an end. There have been lots on to mark the finishing of the

unit with the students. The Year 7 Parent Lunch being the big event. Students in 7E, 7F, 7G and

7H invited parents and other family to attend a lunch. The menu was developed from the foods

the students had made over the semester. Once a selection had been made it was then

cooked during our class time.

Students were very excited about serving their personally made dish to their guests and giving a

packet of class made Yo-Yo’s as a thank you. Of course with the hope that the parents would

share them. Thank you to all the parents, grand - parents and other family members who found

the time in busy schedules to attend. Congratulations to the Year 7 students on their hard work

both for this event but throughout the semester.

A special mention to the Food team, Jenny, Kerrie and Scott, who worked tirelessly behind the

scenes to allow an event like this to happen. Also to Jayde Arnott, who helped us in the kitchen

serving dessert and hot drinks. Parents please keep

students cooking at

home to keep

refining their skills.

Uniform Shop

Normal Trading Hours:

Tuesday & Thursday:

8.30am – 11am

Saturday: 9.30am –

12noon

Contact Lorraine or Kerryn

on

PH: 5561 1947 for any

enquiries

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Community Notices / Useful Information

ROCHESTER

PRIMARY SCHOOL NO. 795

P O Box 142

Rochester 3561

T: (03) 54841 072

E: rochester.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au

Celebrating 150 years of Education in 2015.

Past students and staff are invited to attend our celebrations on Saturday 31st October 2015

(main day and night time function). Keep this date free! Contact your class members and

pass the information on. Registrations are now being taken. Please contact Graeme or

Janis at the school to register your intention to attend.

Spare time during winter school holidays?

Why not volunteer at this year’s Fun4Kids Festival

Sunday 28 June to Saturday 4 July 2015?

Sign up now for one or more days (two 4 hour shifts each day

of the Festival) and be part of the wonderful Fun4Kids Festival

volunteer FUN CREW. Secondary School Students who wish to

volunteer must be 14 years of age or over at the start of this

year’s Festival.

There is a variety of workshop areas in which to volunteer – lots of

Art and Craft areas; Cooking; Digital Technology (Film making using

iMovie); Building & Design; Face painting (Face painters MUST be

available for 2 hours training prior to the Festival), Painting;

Volunteer Staff Cafeteria; Ten Pin Bowling; Woodwork etc.

Community Notices / Useful Information

Students and Parents are Reminded:

To not bring any unnecessary or valuable items to school. The Department of

Education and Early Childhood Development does not hold insurance nor does it

accept responsibility for private property brought to school by students, staff and

visitors.

The Department of Education & Warrnambool College does not endorse the products or services of any private advertiser. No responsibility is accepted by the Department of Education or Warrnambool College for accuracy of information contained in advertisement or claims made by them.

ABSENCES

Parents/Guardians are required to record all student absences via Compass.

To log into Compass to record the absence for your child directly, the link to this site is

www.wblcoll.vic.jdlf.com.au or you can Google the Warrnambool College website and

click on the Compass link.

If you have lost your log in details, please do not hesitate to contact the school office on

5564 4444.

It is a legal requirement for a note to be sent if your child is signing out of the College

early. Alternatively, you may log on to Compass and approve the early depart before they

need to leave, or you may give the office a call. Unfortunately we cannot accept a text

message sent to the student’s phone as permission. It can sometimes be very difficult to

contact a parent to seek permission at the time the student is signing out if they don’t

have prior permission. In this case we are not permitted, by law, to allow the student to

leave the College.

Compass

Photo Enquires

86409640

All other enquiries

90055217

SICK BAY Any parents picking their

child up from the sick bay

will need to enter via the

Russells Creek entrance

and drive past the pool

and follow the signs

located on the school

buildings. There is a short

term car park near the

new climbing tower.

Please follow the signs to

the new location of the

sick bay.

Staff Contacts Principal:

Michael Fitzgerald

Assistant Principals: Adam Matheson/Emma Miller

David Clift/Danny Finn

School President: Glenistair Hancock

House Leaders: Daniel Lee – Belfast

Lisa Douglas – Childers Colin Payne – Flagstafff

Andrew Thomson – Hopkins Troy Boote – Logans Ewen Burt – Merri

School Captains: Ashley Hay

Raven Hancock Mollie Keast

Taylor Johnstone

Business Manager: Christine Dickson

Accounts & Family Payments: Alannah Clifford

Careers: Peter Bollard

Snr School Co-ordinator Brad Henriksen

Music Department: Emma Thompson

School Counsellor: Jayce Dufty