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‘HIGH LEVELS OF STUDENT LEARNING IS CENTRAL TO EVERYTHING WE DO’

Newsletter 21 August 2015 Issue 13 Published fortnightly

Dates to

Remember

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT Jeanette McNamara


TERM 3

August Week 7

Mon 24th - Yr 9 Tarra-Bulga NP

Tue 25th - Agricultural Taster Day

Wed 26th - Interschool Gymkhana

Wed 26th - VCE OED Rafting To Fri 28th

Fri 28th - Yr 10 Melbourne

Excursion - VCAL Melbourne Excursion

August Week 8

Mon 31st - Cows Create Carreers

September

Tue 1st - Yr8 Fed Uni

Wed 2nd - Yr 9 Rail Trail Project

Thur 3rd - Yr 10 Bush Biomes

September Week 9

Mon 7th - Bush Biomes-Caving

Tue 8th - Supa Coach

Important Dates

Sep 17 - Parent Teacher

Interviews

Sep 18 - Parent Teacher

Interviews

Sep 18 - Last Day Term 3

Oct 5 - Firs Day Term 4

If you have any queries or issues you would like Council to discuss, please email the school council

president Hans Simon on [email protected] or speak to a parent representative on school council.

Website: www.maffrasc.vic.edu.au Email: [email protected]

Newsletter email: [email protected] Attendance email: [email protected]

Address: Bill Cane Court, Maffra, 3860 Attendance SMS: 0419 345 857

Phone: 0351 471 790 Fax: 0351 471 364

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September 4th

Staffing Update

Congratulations to Mandy Kincaid who now has a contract role for a day a week in the front office. Mandy has been working as a fill-in for our front office over

the last two years. She is also filling for Marg Fraser in the Facilities role while Marg is on long service leave this term. Mandy is using Marg’s email for all facilities concerns so that

the excellent service we have in the facilities area continues seamlessly.

Congratulations also to Kelly Hudson who is working in Health and PE while Kate Hodge

is on family leave.

Stephen Fletcher is filling-in with specialized Education Support for some of the students who have more complex issues. He has been using his extensive counselling and youth

work skills and his vast experience in working with youth to help two students at Maffra Community House twice a week and on Tuesdays at Maffra Secondary College with other

students.

Rochelle Salerman is likewise using her counselling and organizational skills one day a week

to help coordinate and run programs to proactively assist students in Wellbeing.

Recently I have received feedback from several sources that staff have:

- organized Year 9 students who assisted with the Boisdale Consolidated School Athletics. Their principal wrote that they were “very respectful, competent and a

great help to students and staff throughout.” - Organised three scholarships of $1100 for educational support for students who have

barriers affecting their educational attainment. - Assisted Yarram with the combined VLN Legal Studies class excursion where our

teacher “did a great job and the boys did not complain when we made them walk everywhere.”

- Heard positive statements about our Broadening Horizons Program at the introduction to Australia’s chief scientist, Ian Chubb’s, lecture at Federation University on Monday evening. He continually referred to “strengthening ties

between business, universities and the education sector and how that needs to be supported.”

- Organised students in Agriculture and Horticulture to make Camembert Cheese which is being judged alongside other schools next week.

- Coordinated students to plant 100 trees and build red gum seating for the Rail Trail.

Next Meeting:

School Council

September 17th

Parents Club

September 9th

All Welcome

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Schools Connect June Newsletter

In the Schools Connect Australia (SCA) June 2015 Newsletter Maffra Secondary College is talked about regarding our

partnership with Australia Post, with a picture from the AusPost – MSC launch.

If you click on the link below and scroll down to the bottom of the Newsletter you will also see a great picture of Karen

Burgess who completed a SCA survey and won an iPod mini.

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Visit by Changshu

It was great to have many in our college community combine to facilitate the recent visit by the Changshu students and

their teacher Mr Gao. The host students and families did a fantastic job throughout, and the students enjoyed a variety of

experiences from a welcome lunch in the dining room, Glenmaggie Weir, Sale Wetlands, a Robot Dairy, Raymond island

with lots of Koalas, swans, pelicans and tawny frogmouths, the beach at Lakes Entrance, a walk checking out the shops in

our main street, various classroom activities and a symposium of 150 Changshu and South Eastern Victoria students at

Mirboo North on the last day.

Learn Local Learn Global Network

We have now received notification that the Learn Local Learn Global Network has a significant enough relationship with

China that representatives have been given permission to travel to China for the last two days of term 3 and the first week

of the holidays. The representatives are the principals of four South Eastern Victoria Region (SEVR) schools including Maffra

and Rob King the SEVR Digital Learning Leader. We hope to continue our dialogue with Chaoyang principals about how to

develop Character in students, judge the Victoria Cup in Nanjing, meet the new Changshu bureau personnel and establish

two new sister school relationships as well as strengthen those of our own schools.

Gippsland Rural Schools Virtual Learning Network (GRSVLN)

Video-conferencing is continuing for some VCE classes and this term some new student learning uses for

video-conferencing are:

Mandarin conversation at lunchtimes with Neerim District Secondary College and Yarram Secondary College; Programming

via scratch hosted by Neerim District Secondary College; Communication with Yarram via Rail Trail; and even some

Theatre Sports interaction with Yarram students.

As you can see above and in many ways not mentioned, there are many different ways in which staff have been organising

successful learning experiences for our students over the last five weeks whether is it is in the classroom, in the school

yard, at home, with community members, or on an excursion or activity. They are thus upholding our mission of “High

Levels of Student Learning is Central to Everything We Do”.

Jeanette McNamara

Principal

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT continued

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21 August 2015

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL’S REPORT Cheryl Evans

Growth Mindset

Throughout this year, all staff at Maffra Secondary College have been involved in Professional Learning sessions

based around building a Growth Mindset Culture within our College. The environment that we are working

towards establishing is one where all students, staff and parents believe that with effort and perseverance, they can

succeed.

Firstly ask yourself…”Do you have a ‘fixed’ or a ‘growth’ mindset?”

A fixed mindset is one where we believe that our children’s or our own innate abilities, talents and intelligence

are fixed. We are either good or talented at something or we are not. Or, that we can learn new things but a

particular skill or subject is not really your thing….does this sound familiar? How many parents have said “My child isn’t

good at Maths because I was not good at Maths, they obviously take after me.”

A growth mindset is a way of thinking, it is a belief that intelligence, skills and talent can be developed and

changed with effort, perseverance and practice. This is supported by extensive research work of Dr. Carol Dweck,

from Standford University. Think about riding a bike…when we first got on a bike we wobbled and fell but with practice

and persistence we learnt how to ride. When we learn anything new we need to have a ‘can do’ attitude.

In order to continue our work here at our College, we ask parents and students to work towards developing a growth

mindset, for we cannot expect our children to have a growth mindset if we don’t have one ourselves. Things to avoid:

Blaming genetics for anything – both positive and negative traits.

Be careful not to compare your children to their siblings or other students

Be aware of using fixed mindset statements such as “Ugghh…that was a waste of time” when something doesn’t

work. Or saying things like, “You are so smart”

We want our students to be challenged with their learning and to enjoy learning. We want them to be resilient and

persevere when things get tough. These skills will enable them to succeed at whatever they choose to pursue in life.

Things you can do to promote a growth mindset are:

Adopt the word “YET” into your vocabulary. If your child says that they do not understand something, remind

them that they cannot ‘yet’ but with hard work and practice, they will have success.

Praise perseverance and resiliency when you see your child struggle or face a challenge.

Avoid praising grades or results. Instead focus on praising work ethic and effort – not achievement.

Model a growth mindset at home.

I look forward to sharing more of our work around developing a Growth Mindset Culture.

Building Resilience in School Communities Grants Program

To build on to our work around Growth Mindsets, Maffra Secondary College is one of several

schools to be given the opportunity to participate in the ‘Building Resilience in School Communities Grants

Program’. This program will support our strategic direction and enable us as a school to identify areas of need

with our students.

Research demonstrates that children and young people who participate in rigorously designed

and well-taught social and emotional learning programs (which support development of personal and

social capability) are more resilient, show improved academic outcomes, demonstrate more positive social

behaviour, and are less likely to engage in risky and disruptive behaviour.

Please find attached to this newsletter a letter outlining information in regards to a survey that we need all of

our students to complete. The anonymous data collected will be used to identify areas of need so that we can

then incorporate specific social and emotional skills into our teaching and learning. For example enhancing and

developing students’ resilience skills will enable students to thrive in any learning environment and thus achieve

greater educational outcomes.

Final Payment of $140 is now due for the year 8 Summit Camp being held in October.

YR 8


21 August 2015

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Our school has been invited to participate in an exciting initiative led by the Department of Education and

Training. This initiative is the ‘Building Resilience in School Communities Grants Program’ and aims to build

school students and teacher capacity to undertake whole school approaches to enhance students’ resilience,

optimism, confidence, and social and emotional skills.

This work will support and enhance our current strategic direction – ‘Developing a positive Growth Mindset

across the School Community.’ Research shows that children and young people with higher resiliency are more

likely to thrive in learning and achieve greater educational outcomes.

As part of this work, we would like all of our students at Maffra Secondary College to complete the online

Resilience Survey, conducted by leading Child Psychologist Andrew Fuller and Resilient Youth Australia Limited.

This survey collects the self-reported strengths of our students, as well as exploring wellbeing (including one

question each regarding risk factors such as alcohol use, illegal drug use and the ability to say no to unwanted

sexual activity) and the levels of hopefulness in our students. This online survey is completely anonymous

and no student is identified. The data is collected and analysed by ‘Resilient Youth Australia’ who are working with

the Department of Education throughout this program. This will then be reported back to both Jeanette

McNamara and I whereby we will use this data to help identify our students’ strength as well as areas we need to

target and support our students in an effective and meaningful way.

This online survey will be undertaken over the next few weeks during allocated class time. It is anticipated

that this survey will take approximately 40 minutes to complete.

If you have any questions regarding the Resilience Survey please do not hesitate to contact me at the school on

51471790. If you do not want your child to be involved please fill out the slip below and return to the

main office by Friday 27th August.

Yours Faithfully

Cheryl Evans

Assistant Principal

Maffra Secondary College

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Maffra Secondary College

Resilience Survey: Building Resilience in School Communities Parent

I do not consent for my child ___________________________________ in _________________ to

participate in the online resilience survey as described in the information outlined above.

Name: ______________________________________________________ Date: __________________

Signature:___________________________________________________

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL’S REPORT continued


21 August 2015

School for Student Leadership

The Year 9 students that attended the School for Student Leadership in Term 1 this year have run the first of a

series of lunchtime activities for Year 7 students as part of their Community Learning Project (CLP). The “Minute To Win It”

Tournament will run every Tuesday lunchtime for the rest of Term 3 and, today, it was a success with lots of laughs and

challenges had by many of those that attended. The aim of the activities is for students in Year 7 to enjoy some games and

fun in a supportive and relaxed atmosphere. Any Year 7 students that still wish to enter a team into the tournament will

need to meet at the library at 1:30pm next Tuesday, or they can speak to one of the Snowy Team students – Preston

Stephens, James Stothers, Merrick Stanioch, Ella Bailey, Mollie Huts and Indi Keith

YR 9

COMMUNITY LEARNING PROJECT Kristen Raine

Trying to get an oreo biscuit from the

forehead to the mouth without hands! Eating a weetbix as fast as they can!

Knocking cups over with a ball inside the end of a stocking.


21 August 2015

MUSIC Kimberley Bramstedt

On Thursday 13th of August students and parents braved the cold to attend Maffra Secondary College’s Term 3

Music Concert. Attendees were treated to a wonderful show of some of the musicians here at Maffra Secondary.

There were performances from the percussion ensemble, guitar students, duets, solo performances and a

performance from the Maffra Secondary Band.

The evening ran smoothly and we would like to congratulate Chelsea Wain whom won the raffle for the night. Chelsea won

an exuberant amount of chocolate which was kindly donated by the O’Doherty family.

We would like to thank all that came to support the students whom performed. Without you, we wouldn’t be able to give

students the opportunity to showcase their skills. We look forward to seeing you at many more musical performances here

at Maffra Secondary College.

In other news, students of the choir have received a form with regards to the Opera Scholars

Australia Workshop that will be held at Maffra Secondary on Friday 11th of September. This is

a great opportunity for students to work with professionals and collaborate with students

from other schools. We ask that monies and forms are handed in by Wednesday 2nd of

September so we can finalise numbers for the workshop.

And finally, Quantum Support Services is holding a youth fair called “In Your Own Way”

during the school holidays. The organisers are looking for “Undiscovered Gippsland Talent”

who would like to perform at the fair and showcase their talents. Acts can be of any calibre.

Singing, dancing, buskers, circus acts, bands as well as poetry are all welcome to perform.

Applications are now open until Friday 28th August. Any students wanting more information or

wishing to participate in this should come see Ms. Bramstedt in the Arts Wing at Recess or

Lunch.


21 August 2015

CAREERS Karen Burgess

COURSE COUNSELLING – Several decisions have now been made on classes which are not running in

2016. Students have been consulted and asked to change subject preferences where necessary. We are

about to complete the blocking process and finalize other subjects that will need to be removed. Students may have clashes and they will be spoken to about their options. As a rural school we are unable to run every

subject and students can at times be impacted by timetable clashes. We will continue to work proactively with students and families if changes to selections are made. Ms Healey and Ms Burgess will counsel students with options

as required over the coming months. OPEN DAYS – Remember that Open Days are coming up in August. Open Days are a great opportunity to see the

campuses that interest you, attend information sessions about courses and careers, and get your questions answered.

Here is a reminder of the dates:

Sun 23 Aug – Box Hill Institute; Deakin & MIBT; Victoria (Footscray)

Sun 30 Aug – ACU (Ballarat); Federation (Ballarat & Gippsland) ATTENTION YEAR 12 STUDENTS – We have started Year 12 counselling to complete VTAC applications

for university and TAFE options for 2016. We encourage all Year 12s to register and apply for courses, even if they are confident of finding employment. Students will need to pay a registration fee online and they have received

information about this. All applications will be completed by the end of this term. A DEGREE IN AGRICULTURE? THERE ARE JOBS APLENTY!! Would you like a career that

contributes to the national economy, where productivity growth is booming more than in any other industry sector? The University of Melbourne has consulted widely with industry, employers and graduates to

develop the new Bachelor of Agriculture. Be empowered with general, technical and problem-solving skills to work in this growth area. You will study soil science, plant science and animal care, and learn to work in teams to improve animal production and welfare through to addressing climate change and food

sustainability. There are MANY career opportunities available for graduates, and positions are often difficult to fill due to a shortage of applicants. NOTE: the B. Agriculture is a possible pathway into studying veterinary science at

the University of Melbourne. Info: http://fvas.unimelb.edu.au. MUSIC AT MELBOURNE – Melbourne Conservatorium of Music (MCM) has the most comprehensive range of

music courses in Australia, an offering enhanced next year by new specialisations as part of the Bachelor of Music. Students can already choose to specialise in Music Performance, Composition and Musicology/Ethnomusicology but in

2016 they will have the option of Jazz & Improvisation or Interactive Composition as two new specialisations. These two specialisations currently sit within the BFA (Contemporary Music) at the Victorian College of the Arts (VCA) but

will move across to the MCM. Learn more: http://mcm.unimelb.edu.au. MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY OPEN DAY AT BURNLEY CAMPUS – find out about horticultural

courses (accredited and non-award), and learn about sustainable gardening and horticultural practice at Melbourne’s

Burnley campus. When: 10am-4pm, Sat 5 Sept; Info: http://events.unimelb.edu.au/events/2332-burnley-open-day.

NEW BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING AT LA TROBE UNIVERSITY – La Trobe is introducing an

innovative new B. Engineering (Honours) degree in 2016. Designed to meet the changing needs of industry and to boost graduates’ job prospects, the new degree is unique in Australia and follows international trends offering:

Multidisciplinary focus covering robotics, electrical, manufacturing and mechanical engineering

Two common years, followed by the choice of multidisciplinary engineering or civil engineering streams

Engineering-specific business units – focus on developing commercially-minded engineers Design units – focus on developing engineers who have a holistic view of engineering projects and project

management Six months Work Integrated Learning placement opportunity embedded into the degree, supported by a

$10,000 scholarship – guaranteed for students at the Bendigo campus with limited places available for

Melbourne (Bundoora) students. Graduates will be prepared for new roles in emerging industries, will be well positioned for roles as engineers, project

managers and engineering consultants in manufacturing, resources, infrastructure development, healthcare, consulting,

and the government sector.

http://fvas.unimelb.edu.au

http://mcm.unimelb.edu.au

http://events.unimelb.edu.au/events/2332-burnley-open-day


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TAKE A TOUR OF VICTORIA UNIVERSITY (VU) BY VIDEO – go on virtual tours of VU’s Footscray,

Flinders St, Queen St, St Albans and Sunshine campuses, completed using Steadicam and drone technology; soar over

Flemington Racecourse and Footscray Park, see a sport science lab in action, take a seat in a live moot court, step

inside a construction site, explore an anatomy lab and more. See it on the Victoria University YouTube

channel: www.youtube.com/VictoriaUniversity

AUTOMOTIVE MODERN APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM – Vantage Automotive P/L is a provider of

government funded vocational learning and outsourced services to major vehicle manufacturers with an extensive client list

across Australia. Applications are now being sought from students interested in the motor industry as an automotive

technician or parts advisor. For information: www.vantageautomotive.com or email [email protected] or

ph (02) 8014 8990. Successful applicants will be offered employment at a dealership close to their home.

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF CIRCUS ARTS (NICA) – is accepting applications for auditions for its accredited

courses for 2016. These are: Bachelor of Circus Arts, Certificate IV in Circus Arts and

Certificate III in Circus Arts. More details: http://www.nica.com.au/.

CAREERS Continued

SUPREME COURT VISIT

On Monday August 10th the Year 12 Legal Studies class set off bright and early to visit the Supreme

Court in Melbourne. Students were lucky enough to have retired Justice David Harper speak with

students for over an hour. Justice Harper addressed questions the students sent to him the week prior,

which focussed on the challenges he has face in his 21 years serving on the Supreme Court bench.

Following this, students sat in the courtroom to observe a case. This was a sentencing hearing for 2

defendants who had been found guilty of manslaughter after running another vehicle off the road,

resulting in the death of two people. The judge summarised the case and the factors taken into consideration in

sentencing – including victim impact statements and the remorse (or lack of) of the defendants. This was a terrific

opportunity for our students to understand the operation of criminal law in Victoria – our current area of study. All

students conducted themselves extremely well on the day and I have since received an email from the law education staff

congratulating them on their conduct.

YR 12

http://www.youtube.com/VictoriaUniversity

http://www.vantageautomotive.com


http://www.nica.com.au/bachelor-of-circus-arts-pm-13.html

http://www.nica.com.au/certificate-iv-in-circus-arts-pm-15.html

http://www.nica.com.au/certificate-iii-in-circus-arts-pm-14.html

http://www.nica.com.au/


VCAL LITERACY

1/3 of all car accidents are caused by speed. We conducted a survey, and not a single one of our responses knew these figures.

This was a huge eye opener to us as it showed how unaware people really were about this issue. Our slogan is “1/3 of

accidents are caused by speed”. We came up with this after seeing the results of our survey. We created a video to help show

how people can be affected by speed. Find a link to this video at www.vcaladvertisement.weebly.com

By Travis Rohrlach and Sam Wilton

21 August 2015

VCAL NEWS Veronica Hudson

At the end of last term, students undertaking their

CFA Minimum Skills attended a Community

Emergency Services day hosted at Yarram

Secondary College and sponsored by Wellington

Shire.

Our students demonstrated their leadership skills by

instructing students on the best clothing to wear when

under threat of fire, preparing their home for defending

against wildfire and how general firefighting equipment is

used. The students were commended for their maturity

and ability to relate to the varied ages of the students. Congratulations to those students that attended this worthwhile exercise.

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Mitch, Cal & Brandon explaining fire retardant clothing

As mentioned in the previous newsletter, the Numeracy class

travelled to Sale on a budget excursion and followed on with a

Circus Skills session with members of Circus Oz. The students

had a great day– as evidenced by the Gippy Times photos and

these ones. Thanks to Ms Harrison for organising and taking

the students.

Melbourne Excursion A reminder that the students will be attending

the Holocaust Museum (Yr 11) and the

Immigration Museum (Yr 12) and The Big

Issue. Students have written work to complete

during the trip and submit as part of their PD

subject.

DATE: FRIDAY AUG 28

DEPART: MSC 8.15 am, pick up

HEYFIELD OLD P.O. ATTIRE: SCHOOL TOP & JUMPER,

CASUAL PANTS, WARM

CLOTHING FOR FOOT-

BALL MONEY NEEDED FOR

FOOD/ DRINKS RETURN: APPROX.

1 AM


21 August 2015

2016 DEBUTANTE PRESENTATION BALL

MSC Maths Week

27th – 31st August 2015

Maths Week is a chance for all students to engage in some Maths for fun, regardless of ability. There will be a number of

Maths activities and games occurring throughout the week with prizes given, including:

Calculate how many lollies are in the jar

Who knows the most digits of Pi?

Daily maths challenge – on the student bulletin

Mapping / orienteering activity (outdoors)

Various maths games

The Australian Maths Competition

Look out on the student bulletin for more information!

All students are encouraged to get involved.

MATHEMATICS Marie Clark

Parents Club is having a cake stall on Friday the 4th of

September in the Rotary Caravan outside the

Post Office in Maffra

All cakes, slices and other items would be greatly

appreciated and can be dropped off at the Caravan from 8:30am

ATTENDANCE/BUSES Kath Shepheard

Many thanks to those people who are making use of the SMS number to notify us of reasons for your child’s

absence. This ensures your child’s records are accurate. This is SMS only - 0419345857. Calls cannot be taken.

As we move into greater use of Compass, the attendance email address has been removed, and SMS or the school

number (51471790), is the best way to communicate attendance. Please save the SMS to your phone for ease of use.

Early notification of absence is appreciated. If you receive a text saying your child is absent please respond with a brief reason,

or if you believe it is an error don’t hesitate to call Kath Shepheard on 51471790.

BUSES Forms for bus 2016 travel are overdue and should be returned if you have not already done so. If you have misplaced your

form please ask your child to bring one home or if you are at the office they can be filled out at that time.

A reminder to all bus travellers the expectations of behaviour:

Remain seated at all times.

Maintain a reasonable level of conversation to avoid driver distraction.

Show respect to other travellers and the driver, and hands off people and belongings at all times.

BUS TRAVEL IS A PRIVILEGE – NOT A RIGHT Thank you.


21 August 2015

SENIOR GIRLS SCHOOL SPORT VICTORIA SECONDARY BADMINTON

STATE FINALS 2015

Five players represented Maffra Secondary College at the Altona Badminton Centre:

- Claire Hanratty

- Talei Smith

- Alana Abbott

- Shanika Jones

- Ashleigh Lovas

They played a round robin competition against teams from Balwyn High School,

Bendigo Secondary College and Matthew Flinders Secondary College.

Each round consisted of 4 singles matches and 2 doubles matches. The girls rotated

throughout the day ensuring they all had a chance to play in each discipline.

Claire secured 2 out of 3 singles victories and Shanika also had a singles win. Talei,

Alana and Ashleigh fought hard to win every point they could in a great show of

team spirit, with all girls cheering each other on from the sidelines. The doubles

were all well contested however the competition was just too tough for our girls on

the day. Once again their enthusiasm and encouragement from the sidelines was

admirable.

Congratulations to the girls for winning their way to the State Finals and their

commitment through the two levels of competition and extra training leading up to

this day. Despite a 5am departure from school, their willingness to umpire

throughout the day and their attitude, pleasantness and respectfulness was

commendable.

A big ‘thank you’ goes to Raelene Hanratty who not only transported and managed the girls during both the Gippsland and

State Championships but she also organized a training session with a top level coach prior to the competition. It’s fantastic

to have such parent involvement in our sports program.

SPORT NEWS Sue Clancy

The MSC Duke of Ed team have been busily using their lunchtime meetings to plan the Service component of their award.

They have decided to run a school wide fundraiser for Animal Aid, with donations being received at the front office. Please

consider supporting this not for profit organisation that re-homes stray animals and provides care and medical treatment

while the animals are waiting for their new homes.

The team is also holding a lunch time fundraiser next week for ‘Duke’s Week’. We were fortunate enough to receive

funding to subsidise the cost of the award for our students. This was provided through the Duke of Edinburgh Australia.

Duke’s Week is a chance to raise the profile of the award in schools, as well as fundraise to allow the subsidy program to

continue. Our MSC students are passionate about ‘giving back’ to allow more students to complete their Duke of Ed

Award. They are holding a ‘slacklining’ demonstration on the oval – which is the Skills component of the Award for one of

the students, as well as selling delicious hot chocolates Thursday lunch.

Finally, our plans are well underway for our practice hike which will be heading off in the next fortnight. We have decided

on a destination and over the coming weeks, students will be planning their meals and packing lists to ensure they have all

the equipment they need for our expedition.

Animal Aid Fundraiser MSC Duke of Edinburgh Awardees are holding a fundraiser for Animal Aid, a not for profit organisation

that rescues abandoned animals, gives them care and re-homes them.

The money raised will be used for buying food for the animals at Animal Aid in Gippsland. Resources are

thin as it has been a big season for kittens and puppies.

Please provide a donation at the front office if you wish to support this worthy cause.

DUKE OF EDINBURGH Nicole Creaser


21 August 2015

SPORTS NEWS Anthony Young

Maffra Secondary College Success at the Victorian Volleyball Schools Cup

Maffra Secondary College participated in the annual Volleyball Victoria Schools Cup three day event, which began

on the 24th of July. Six teams competed this year, a record number to represent Maffra at the tournament. All teams were

competitive in their age groups and divisions claiming wins on the first day of competition.

The under 14 boys got off to a flyer winning their first match in a classic tussle before some strong serving brought it home

for the young boys. The team mostly consisting of year seven boys played with great spirit throughout the weekend. Coach

Gavin Oakley commented on the positive improvement the team made, as well as the professionalism when umpiring other

teams.

The under 14 girls had an extremely successfully tournament. The first two days saw the girls go undefeated in pool matches.

This trend continued until the semi-finals where the team played a close and intense match against Eltham. Unfortunately the

girls lost by the smallest of margins. On the final day the girls unfortunately could not replicate their form of the first two days

going down in the Bronze medal play-off in another close encounter. The team should be very proud of their efforts especially

as the two finalist at one stage were beaten by this Maffra team.

Another successful tournament was had by the under 15 girl’s tournament. This team continues to grow in confidence and

ability. The pieces fell together for the team as they defeated all comers on the way to the gold medal match. A rematch with

Upwey HS was on the cards, the only team to take a set off the girls over the weekend. The first set was a close encounter

with the Maffra girls chasing their opponent for most of the set, with a final big push they were able to take the first set 25-23.

From there the match became one sided as the girls aggression and consistency overcome their opponent and ran away with

the gold. Undefeated for the weekend.

Maffra’s under 16 girls and boys team also competed hard during the weekend and ascertained mixed results. Both teams

competed admirably in what is a tough age group and developed a style of play that will hold them in good stead for future

tournaments. The boys competed in the highly competitive honours division. The matches they played were extremely

entertaining with high quality play. The under 16 girls welcomed new players to their team and signs of gelling and

improvement was evident as the tournament progressed. Promising signs for this developing squad.

The senior girls team entered the prestigious Open Honours Women division for the first time in Maffra’s history. The

pinnacle for any ambitious school volleyball team. The team started slowly losing the first match of the tournament in straight

sets to Victorian powerhouse Billanook College. However the girls rallied and defeated all opponents from then on including

a demolition of Monbulk winning a set 25-5 at one stage. The Gold medal match saw them come up against the very strong

and undefeated Billanook team. The Maffra girls seemed to chase the game throughout the match. Losing a set and then

winning it back. In the deciding set the team found themselves down 13-5 with 15 being the close of the set. The girls rallied

and showed great determination, coming from behind to steal the match 16-14 in the final set. The win means the girls are

the best female schools volleyball team in Victoria.

A big congratulation to all players that competed in the tournament. Al athletes showed great improvement and represented

the school with distinction. Maffra SC volleyball teams now begin their preparation for the Australian Volleyball Schools Cup

at the end of the year.


21 August 2015

COMMUNITY NEWS

The Maffra Community House

Committee of Governance

is pleased to invite you to our

2015 Annual General Meeting

Date 1st September 2015

Time 7pm Location Maffra Community House 48 Kent St

Maffra 3860 Guest Speakers:- Karen McLennan, Coordinator of Social Plan

and Policy, Wellington Shire and Leanne Wishart , Rural Access

Project Coordinator, Wellington Shire Close of AGM

RSVP by 21/08/2015

via email [email protected] or phone:- 5147 1487 Nominations for the Committee of Governance welcome and must be

received in writing by Friday 21st August 2015

MMMAFFRAAFFRAAFFRA & D& D& DISTRICTISTRICTISTRICT CCCARARAR CCCLUBLUBLUB

The Maffra & District Car Club will host another of their

junior Driver Development Program days on Sunday 23

August at the Boisdale Hillclimb Complex.

These events are aimed at teaching 12 to 18 year olds , car

control skills in a safe & controlled environment. The

entrants have an instructor with them at all times in the

vehicles. Instructors & vehicles are supplied by the Maffra &

District Car Club. These events are Free to the first 40

entrants & bookings are essential. Entrants are required to

obtain a Junior Cams License on the day & these are

available at $20 from the Clubrooms .

Further information can be obtained by contacting Chris Clark 0409 007 628 or

email [email protected]

or our website: madcc.com

.

ROMSEY PRIMARY SCHOOL

IS 150 YEARS OLD THIS YEAR

An invitation to past students and

staff to join in the celebration on

Saturday October 24th

For further information phone

5429 5099 or email [email protected] or

visit www.romseyps.edu.au



A special THANKYOU to the following students for helping in the canteen: Josie Elliott,

Lydia Ryan, Carley Einsiedel, Abbey Tucker and Jamieson Elliott and to teachers Karen

Burgess and Fiona Rathnow.

Tracey

CANTEEN Tracey Green

Volunteers are required to be at the canteen between 10am until 2:15pm. One volunteer per shift will be required to assist

with the counting of the day’s takings so they are required to stay until 2.30pm. If you are available to fill in the days where HELPERS

NEEDED either for recess or lunch (1 hour) please phone Tracey on 0407 869 454 If you are new to the canteen please read the protocols and the duties that are required in the canteen. Please wear

closed in shoes. If you are unsure of anything please ask.

Thank you for your time helping in the canteen.

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MONDAY 24th

K Nancarrow

0402131754

N Patmore 0448802814

S Dekkers

0418457143

TUESDAY 25th

V Johnstone

51411354

M Delaney 0450055521

HELPER NEEDED

WEDNESDAY 26TH

N Maxfield

0414548931

L Hetherton 51483021

HELPER NEEDED

THURSDAY 27TH

L Hetherton

51483021

K Lear 0423235701

HELPER NEEDED

FRIDAY 28TH

L Hetherton

51483021

C McDonald

51451795

HELPER NEEDED

6

MONDAY 31st

HELPER NEEDED

HELPER NEEDED

HELPER NEEDED

SEPTEMBER TUESDAY 1st

C Veale

51411229

C Cooper

51456390

C Penny

0458482152

WEDNESDAY 2nd

M Lang

51411241

M Delaney

0450055521

HELPER NEEDED

THURSDAY 3rd

Linda Cam

51472088

L Gallatly

51411401

V Hiscock

0407451212

FRIDAY 4TH

C McDonald

51451795

K Lear

0423235701

HELPER NEEDED

7

MONDAY 7th

K Simon

51471167

K Lear

0423235701

HELPER NEEDED

TUESDAY 8th

V Nikolajew

51411430

I Devisser

51576315

HELPER NEEDED

WEDNESDAY 9H

E Williamson

51482731

S Bass

51483005

HELPER NEEDED

THURSDAY 10TH

T Ryan

51455341

HELPER NEEDED

HELPER NEEDED

FRIDAY 11TH

D Sunderman

51482759

K Peel

51411283

HELPER NEEDED

8

MONDAY 14th

S Deckers

51458311

M Delaney

045005521

HELPER NEEDED

TUESDAY 15th

M Fulford

51471797

J Underwood

51482822

C McDonald

51451795

WEDNESDAY 16th

S Brown

51480519

J Lowery

51451613

HELPER NEEDED

THURSDAY 17th

K Marchesi

51483121

L Cam

51472088

HELPER NEEDED

FRIDAY 18th

M Booker

0407387365

HELPER NEEDED

HELPER NEEDED

CANTEEN ROSTER - TERM

CAN YOU ASSIST IN THE CANTEEN?

Our canteen operates at recess and lunchtime. We offer a healthy selection of food in accordance with the Victorian Canteen

Association. If you can volunteer your time, just one day a month, we would be most grateful. Our canteen cannot operate

efficiently without the assistance of our canteen volunteers.

If you are able to help out please phone the School on 51471790 and ask for Tracey in the Canteen. Your assistance would be greatly appreciated. If you are unable to assist on your rostered day can you please find a replacement or swap for that

day. Alternatively please give Tracey at least a days notice to find a replacement.

The Canteen is open between 8-15am and 9am for lunch orders and student purchases before school.

Canteen Duty


CALENDAR OF EVENTS ‘HIGH LEVELS OF STUDENT LEARNING IS CENTRAL TO EVERYTHING WE DO’

WEEKS 7, 8 & 9 -TERM 3 2015

August Week 7

Wed 26th

Wed 26th

to Fri 28th

EAST GIPPSLAND INTERSCHOOL GYMKHANA - BAIRNSDALE PONY CLUB GROUNDS

VCE OED WHITEWATER RAFTING - SNOWY RIVER

Fri 28th YEAR 10 EXCURSION - MELBOURNE

VCAL URBAN EXCURSION - MELBOURNE

September Week 8

Mon 31st COWS CREATE CAREERS - WARRAGUL

Tues 1st YEAR 8 FEDERATION UNIVERSITY EXCURSION - CHURCHILL

Wed 2nd YEAR 9 RAIL TRAIL PROJECT - MELBOURNE

Thurs 3rd YEAR 10 BUSH BIOMES BIKE RIDE

September Week 9

Mon 7th BUSH BIOMES - CAVING AND CLIMBING

Tue 8th SUPA COACH - WELLINGTON & DISTRICT PRIMARY ATHLETICS

PLEASE SUPPORT MAFFRA SECONDARY COLLEGE

BRING YOUR STICKERS TO SCHOOL OR PLACE THEM IN THE BOX PROVIDED AT WOOLWORTHS IN MAFFRA

THANK YOU

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