Parent Bulletin 14
July 28 2023
Celebrating Outstanding Student Achievement – 2022 Premier’s VCE Awards
Congratulations to Mikah Mahal and Luna Nakada who were recognised at the 2022 Premier’s VCE Awards held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on 27 July. The Awards are presented each year to recognise students for their outstanding achievements.
Mikah was awarded a Study Award for Food Studies and Luna for Japanese. Students must have achieved a study score of 46 or above to be eligible for an Award.
As a Strathmore Secondary College community, we recognise the contribution of parents, carers and teachers and congratulate you both on your hard work and dedication to your studies.
Jillian EnglishPrincipal
Mikah was awarded a Study Award for Food Studies and Luna for Japanese. Students must have achieved a study score of 46 or above to be eligible for an Award.
As a Strathmore Secondary College community, we recognise the contribution of parents, carers and teachers and congratulate you both on your hard work and dedication to your studies.
Jillian EnglishPrincipal
Herald Sun Shield Football Competition
On Tuesday the 25th of July Strathmore participated in its first ever Herald Sun Shield Football Competition.
The team was made up of the best female footballing talent from years 7 - 10 and the team was to take on Sacred Heart College Geelong in the Semi Final. It began as a tough battle with the two sides both trying to gain the ascendency in the match with Full Back Emily Holmes injured early Strathmore began on the back foot, but with a stellar first quarter from Sahara Ball in the ruck, supported well by Jasmina Curtis, Ayda Osman and Matilda Fitzpatrick, on our side managed to find a way to keep the game at a 10 point deficit at quarter time. The girls continued to battle hard in the second quarter and with Daniela Curtis, Zoey Steer, Tiah Hassall, Bridget Mulder and Tara Goss working hard together. Up forward Matilda Clarke was eventually able to kick our first major, however the Strathmore girls were still 11 points down at the half.
The second half began well for our side with Matilda Fitzpatrick swung forward she was able to make an immediate impact kicking a major and putting us within 5 points. Captain Taylah Gilcrist had been sensational across half back intercepting all day with Ruby Vaina and Ava Cocomello while Holly Clough, Hollie Lawson and Charlie Damonze- Lorenzetto provided great targets up forward.
Hollie Capuano, Evie Michael, Sofie Baird and Audrey Marnell brought their run through the middle of the ground while Jeane Brasher, Ava Dean and Lucille Cotterill were as solid as ever in defence. Strathmore was able to kick one more major for the day with Hollie Lawson kicking truly however it wasn’t enough and eventually fell 4 goals short of the Geelong school.
An outstanding effort and never say die attitude was displayed from all on the team on the day. The coaches, staff and wider community couldn’t be more proud of the effort our girls put in.
Congratulations to all involved.
Sacred Heart College, Geelong (Geelong Independent Secondary School Association) 6.13 49 def Strathmore Secondary College (School Sport Victoria) 3.7 25
Strathmore: Best: Sahara Ball, Taylah Gilchrist, Ada Osman, Jasmina Curtis, Matilda Fitzpatrick, Ava CocomelloGoals: Matilda Clarke, Matilda Fitzpatrick, Hollie Lawson 1
Mr Gourley
The team was made up of the best female footballing talent from years 7 - 10 and the team was to take on Sacred Heart College Geelong in the Semi Final. It began as a tough battle with the two sides both trying to gain the ascendency in the match with Full Back Emily Holmes injured early Strathmore began on the back foot, but with a stellar first quarter from Sahara Ball in the ruck, supported well by Jasmina Curtis, Ayda Osman and Matilda Fitzpatrick, on our side managed to find a way to keep the game at a 10 point deficit at quarter time. The girls continued to battle hard in the second quarter and with Daniela Curtis, Zoey Steer, Tiah Hassall, Bridget Mulder and Tara Goss working hard together. Up forward Matilda Clarke was eventually able to kick our first major, however the Strathmore girls were still 11 points down at the half.
The second half began well for our side with Matilda Fitzpatrick swung forward she was able to make an immediate impact kicking a major and putting us within 5 points. Captain Taylah Gilcrist had been sensational across half back intercepting all day with Ruby Vaina and Ava Cocomello while Holly Clough, Hollie Lawson and Charlie Damonze- Lorenzetto provided great targets up forward.
Hollie Capuano, Evie Michael, Sofie Baird and Audrey Marnell brought their run through the middle of the ground while Jeane Brasher, Ava Dean and Lucille Cotterill were as solid as ever in defence. Strathmore was able to kick one more major for the day with Hollie Lawson kicking truly however it wasn’t enough and eventually fell 4 goals short of the Geelong school.
An outstanding effort and never say die attitude was displayed from all on the team on the day. The coaches, staff and wider community couldn’t be more proud of the effort our girls put in.
Congratulations to all involved.
Sacred Heart College, Geelong (Geelong Independent Secondary School Association) 6.13 49 def Strathmore Secondary College (School Sport Victoria) 3.7 25
Strathmore: Best: Sahara Ball, Taylah Gilchrist, Ada Osman, Jasmina Curtis, Matilda Fitzpatrick, Ava CocomelloGoals: Matilda Clarke, Matilda Fitzpatrick, Hollie Lawson 1
Mr Gourley
Cross Country State Championship
15 students competed at the State Cross Country event in Yarra Glen. It was the biggest team Strathmore has ever had compete at the event.
The most outstanding result was our 15 boys who won the teams title in their age group. Congratulations to Jesse Lumby, Aiden Davis, Zac Mozjerin and Aydin Gazi, who are state champions!
There were several other amazing results on the day...
Results13 Boys Alexander Carrol 22nd14 Girls Hollie Capuano 15th, Holly Clough 38th, 15 Girls Stephanie Ripplinger 24th, Estelle Sacco 57th, Mia Monaghan DNF (injured), Eilan Howland 87th15 Boys Jessie Lumby 5th, Aiden Davis 21st, Zac Mozjerin 64th, Aydin Gazi 92nd16 Girls Sahara Ball 23rd16 Boys Oliver Moxon 11th, Archie Cottom 15th17-20 Boys Ty Davis 5th
Coach Angella Davis
There were several other amazing results on the day...
Results13 Boys Alexander Carrol 22nd14 Girls Hollie Capuano 15th, Holly Clough 38th, 15 Girls Stephanie Ripplinger 24th, Estelle Sacco 57th, Mia Monaghan DNF (injured), Eilan Howland 87th15 Boys Jessie Lumby 5th, Aiden Davis 21st, Zac Mozjerin 64th, Aydin Gazi 92nd16 Girls Sahara Ball 23rd16 Boys Oliver Moxon 11th, Archie Cottom 15th17-20 Boys Ty Davis 5th
Coach Angella Davis
Fatal Take: Death on Set
Students have been putting on their metaphorical Deerstalker hats and enormous pipes as they make their way to the library to solve the annual murder mystery.
This year’s mystery is “Fatal Take: Death on Set”, a Hollywood murder puzzle that centers around the mysterious death of Hollywood heartthrob – Chad Vapidѐ.
Students who guess the killer go in the running to win one of 5 movie ticket vouchers. The odds of snagging a prize are high for those students whose cunning and persistence can carry them through the overwhelming sea of evidence. The killer is revealed in 3 weeks, so bring your detective skills to the library if you think you have what it takes.
This year’s mystery is “Fatal Take: Death on Set”, a Hollywood murder puzzle that centers around the mysterious death of Hollywood heartthrob – Chad Vapidѐ.
Students who guess the killer go in the running to win one of 5 movie ticket vouchers. The odds of snagging a prize are high for those students whose cunning and persistence can carry them through the overwhelming sea of evidence. The killer is revealed in 3 weeks, so bring your detective skills to the library if you think you have what it takes.
Senior Hockey
On Wednesday the 26th, the Senior Hockey Team travelled to Geelong to play in the Western Metro Region competition.
Game 1: Started the day on a high with a 6-0 win against Suzanne Cory High School, with Finn scoring 3 goals, Damien 2, and Matilda 1. Game 2: Continued the streak, with a 4-2 win against a tough Footscray Highschool team, with Finn scoring 2, Damien 1, and Lav 1. Game 3: Was an excellent win against Maribyrnong College, going up 3-0, with Damien scoring 2, and Lav 1. Game 4: By game 4, the day was starting to get to our players, with it being our fourth game in a row without a break. The team tried their hardest against Belmont High, but unfortunately went down 4-0 to end the day.
All in all, a great day, and the team played their best. It was a pleasure taking you all out to Geelong.
Mr Kosowski & Mr Andrews
Game 1: Started the day on a high with a 6-0 win against Suzanne Cory High School, with Finn scoring 3 goals, Damien 2, and Matilda 1. Game 2: Continued the streak, with a 4-2 win against a tough Footscray Highschool team, with Finn scoring 2, Damien 1, and Lav 1. Game 3: Was an excellent win against Maribyrnong College, going up 3-0, with Damien scoring 2, and Lav 1. Game 4: By game 4, the day was starting to get to our players, with it being our fourth game in a row without a break. The team tried their hardest against Belmont High, but unfortunately went down 4-0 to end the day.
All in all, a great day, and the team played their best. It was a pleasure taking you all out to Geelong.
Mr Kosowski & Mr Andrews
Year 7 Art Lino Printing
Last semester in Art we did an assessment based on lino ink printing. We had to choose a bug and/or insect of our choice and cut it out, along with some patterns, onto our lino. It was challenging especially during cutting into the surface but it was very fun. We then used black ink to print our design onto pieces of paper both big and small, plain and coloured.
Once we had made various prints of our artwork we had many options on what to do with our different prints. For our best black and white print, we had to mount it via the process of cutting out a square from black paper and sticking our work from behind to appear as a frame. Once we have done that, we had the option to cut out sections on another one of our prints to then stick coloured pieces of paper and newspaper on the back to make our work have more colour and pattern.
Giorgia Campagnolo 7C2
Once we had made various prints of our artwork we had many options on what to do with our different prints. For our best black and white print, we had to mount it via the process of cutting out a square from black paper and sticking our work from behind to appear as a frame. Once we have done that, we had the option to cut out sections on another one of our prints to then stick coloured pieces of paper and newspaper on the back to make our work have more colour and pattern.
Giorgia Campagnolo 7C2
SELC City Experience
On Tuesday, 25th July the SELC (Strathmore English Language Centre) students had a day out to explore Melbourne CBD. Most students have only been here for less than 3 weeks so it was a great learning experience for them. Here are their thoughts.
Ying: Ying likes Swanston Street best. There are many beautiful flowers. The library is very big. I have been there before. There are many books. The library has other spectacular statues. I think it is very beautiful. I think Melbourne has many food which is delicious. The atmosphere is very good. I like this place. Sasio:My favourite place is the Flinders Street Station. Because the building is very beautiful, there are many clocks, it looks very spectacular and magnificent. The streets in China are not as organized as in Melbourne, and people's houses are all tall buildings. Chad:My favourite part of the excursion is Melbourne Central. It has many foods from many countries. And in the city, it has many stores, milk tea. especially the library is so big. I think inside the library has many equipment for students to study. I very love Melbourne. Kevin:My favourite place is the art gallery. In here has weird things but it is interesting, like a piece of wood, the room is all red, a hallucination room ....But the hallucination room is what I like the most. The artist's name is Taree Mackenzie , inside the room have another room and also has magical lights, it make hallucinations when people see. I very love Australia
Emily, Giang & Hannah:Yesterday, we went to Melbourne Central with Ms Odak, Ms D and class. We go to Melbourne city by train from Strathmore to Flinder Street station. First, we have seen beautiful old building when we walked up Flinders St. and we went to National Gallery of Victoria. We found very beautiful images and unique images, attractive and animal sculptures is colourful, that was our favourite place. Secondly, we walked up Swanston St, we bought milktea then we saw Melbourne Town Hall, State Library and RMIT university. The RMIT building is very big. Thirdly, we went to Melbourne Central to have lunch, we ate Vietnamese food, Chinese food…. The last one, we take photo with Ms D, and we go home by train from Melbourne Central Station to Watergarden Station. After this trip we learnt many new things and we feel great about this trip.
Daisy, Joy, Kim, Tuyen:Yesterday we travelled to the city. We start from Strathmore Station to Flinders St Station with Ms Di and Ms Odak. We saw lots of beautiful, big building which is very old. Firstly, we went to lan Potter Centre there were many art works and we could take a lot of photos. After that we were very hungry, and Ms Di gave us chocolates and cake. Secondly, we went to see street art, it was so fantastic and shoes were hanging on wives above the street. Thirdly, we went to the Melbourne Town Hall, it has many flowers in front of this building then we walked past the Victorian State Library when we walked along the street to the library we bought some milk tea. Our last stop was Melbourne Central to enjoy our lunch. We really like this part. We could walk around to buy something. We walked a long time in Melbourne Centre, we were not just tired, we learnt a lot and had a very interesting day.
Ying: Ying likes Swanston Street best. There are many beautiful flowers. The library is very big. I have been there before. There are many books. The library has other spectacular statues. I think it is very beautiful. I think Melbourne has many food which is delicious. The atmosphere is very good. I like this place. Sasio:My favourite place is the Flinders Street Station. Because the building is very beautiful, there are many clocks, it looks very spectacular and magnificent. The streets in China are not as organized as in Melbourne, and people's houses are all tall buildings. Chad:My favourite part of the excursion is Melbourne Central. It has many foods from many countries. And in the city, it has many stores, milk tea. especially the library is so big. I think inside the library has many equipment for students to study. I very love Melbourne. Kevin:My favourite place is the art gallery. In here has weird things but it is interesting, like a piece of wood, the room is all red, a hallucination room ....But the hallucination room is what I like the most. The artist's name is Taree Mackenzie , inside the room have another room and also has magical lights, it make hallucinations when people see. I very love Australia
Emily, Giang & Hannah:Yesterday, we went to Melbourne Central with Ms Odak, Ms D and class. We go to Melbourne city by train from Strathmore to Flinder Street station. First, we have seen beautiful old building when we walked up Flinders St. and we went to National Gallery of Victoria. We found very beautiful images and unique images, attractive and animal sculptures is colourful, that was our favourite place. Secondly, we walked up Swanston St, we bought milktea then we saw Melbourne Town Hall, State Library and RMIT university. The RMIT building is very big. Thirdly, we went to Melbourne Central to have lunch, we ate Vietnamese food, Chinese food…. The last one, we take photo with Ms D, and we go home by train from Melbourne Central Station to Watergarden Station. After this trip we learnt many new things and we feel great about this trip.
Daisy, Joy, Kim, Tuyen:Yesterday we travelled to the city. We start from Strathmore Station to Flinders St Station with Ms Di and Ms Odak. We saw lots of beautiful, big building which is very old. Firstly, we went to lan Potter Centre there were many art works and we could take a lot of photos. After that we were very hungry, and Ms Di gave us chocolates and cake. Secondly, we went to see street art, it was so fantastic and shoes were hanging on wives above the street. Thirdly, we went to the Melbourne Town Hall, it has many flowers in front of this building then we walked past the Victorian State Library when we walked along the street to the library we bought some milk tea. Our last stop was Melbourne Central to enjoy our lunch. We really like this part. We could walk around to buy something. We walked a long time in Melbourne Centre, we were not just tired, we learnt a lot and had a very interesting day.
Intermediate Girls Netball
After winning the Moonee Valley Division, the Intermediate girls Netball team competed in the Western Metro Region competition on Tuesday 25th July.
The first game we came up against Springside West SC, which we ended up winning 19-9. April McWiliiam, Anna Dona-Doni and Holly Watson were superb in the midcourt, keeping control of the tempo of the game and giving encouragement throughout each quarter. Maribyrnong College was the next match, the girls knew this would be a tough game and that we would need to get off to a great start if we wanted to be competitive with this team. Unfortunately, Maribyrnong were too good and ended up winning 42-6, despite the defensive efforts from Olivia Nation, Daisy James, Molly Luzietti.
Our last game for the round was against Footscray High School, we wanted to finish on a high and put the game against Maribyrnong behind us. Sienna Fragapane, Lexi Homer and Holly Klameris were amazing in goals and were helped throughout the game by Manha Naseer, Samantha Rizzo and Madeline McAndrew. We won the game 15-9.
We missed our fellow teammates that were either competing in the Herald Sun Shield or who couldn’t make it on the day. Thank you to Sahara Ball, Taylah Gilcrist, Tara Goss, Charlie Damonze Lorezetto, Matilda Fitzpatrick, Emily Holmes, Estelle Sacco and Marley Ciantar.
Fantastic effort by you all and looking forward to next years endeavours.
Mrs Murphy
The first game we came up against Springside West SC, which we ended up winning 19-9. April McWiliiam, Anna Dona-Doni and Holly Watson were superb in the midcourt, keeping control of the tempo of the game and giving encouragement throughout each quarter. Maribyrnong College was the next match, the girls knew this would be a tough game and that we would need to get off to a great start if we wanted to be competitive with this team. Unfortunately, Maribyrnong were too good and ended up winning 42-6, despite the defensive efforts from Olivia Nation, Daisy James, Molly Luzietti.
Our last game for the round was against Footscray High School, we wanted to finish on a high and put the game against Maribyrnong behind us. Sienna Fragapane, Lexi Homer and Holly Klameris were amazing in goals and were helped throughout the game by Manha Naseer, Samantha Rizzo and Madeline McAndrew. We won the game 15-9.
We missed our fellow teammates that were either competing in the Herald Sun Shield or who couldn’t make it on the day. Thank you to Sahara Ball, Taylah Gilcrist, Tara Goss, Charlie Damonze Lorezetto, Matilda Fitzpatrick, Emily Holmes, Estelle Sacco and Marley Ciantar.
Fantastic effort by you all and looking forward to next years endeavours.
Mrs Murphy
Intermediate Girls Basketball
On Friday 14th July the Year 9-10 Intermediate girls basketball team played in the Moonee Valley Division competition.
Strathmore A team defeated both teams in their pool, Sirius College and Buckley Park College B. Strathmore B team lost their first game to Buckley Park College A and won their second game against EKC. Funnily enough, Strathmore A played against Strathmore B in the Semifinal, with Strathmore A just taking out the win. Strathmore A played Buckley Park College A in the final and won.
Best players on the day were Tiah Hassal, Matilda Fitzpatrick and Zara Babic. Well done to all of the players for their determination and effort on the day.
Congratulations for making it to the next round.
Miss Rigden
Strathmore A team defeated both teams in their pool, Sirius College and Buckley Park College B. Strathmore B team lost their first game to Buckley Park College A and won their second game against EKC. Funnily enough, Strathmore A played against Strathmore B in the Semifinal, with Strathmore A just taking out the win. Strathmore A played Buckley Park College A in the final and won.
Best players on the day were Tiah Hassal, Matilda Fitzpatrick and Zara Babic. Well done to all of the players for their determination and effort on the day.
Congratulations for making it to the next round.
Miss Rigden
