Parent Bulletin 18
29 November 2024
Principal's Message - Celebrating Our Students and Community
Dear Parents and Carers,
As we approach the end of the school year, it’s a wonderful time to reflect on the achievements of our students and the vibrant school community that supports them.
Our Year 11 students have successfully completed their Transition Week, preparing them for the exciting year ahead as they step into their new roles as Year 12 leaders of the school. This milestone marks a significant moment in their academic journey, and we look forward to seeing their leadership, dedication, and maturity shine in 2025.
Meanwhile, our Year 10 students are in the midst of their exams, demonstrating hard work and perseverance. We are proud of their efforts as they navigate this important stage in their education. A special highlight for our Year 10 cohort is their upcoming Graduation Ceremony on Wednesday, 4th December, where we will celebrate their achievements and wish them well for the next chapter of their schooling.
Looking ahead, students are eagerly anticipating the Fun Fields Team Picnic Day on Friday 13th December. This event is always a highlight of the year and provides a chance for students to relax, bond, and celebrate the year’s successes in a fun and supportive environment.
A big thank you goes to the Arts and Technology Faculty and the Performing Arts Faculty for their outstanding exhibition of student work at the Peach Fuzz Day on Sunday 24th November. The creativity, innovation, and talent on display were truly inspiring, showcasing some of the best work our students have produced. Events like this remind us of the extraordinary potential within our school.
Finally, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our entire school community for your unwavering support, especially during times of challenge. Your encouragement and collaboration play a crucial role in creating the strong and supportive environment that defines Strathmore Secondary College.
Thank you for being part of our journey this year. Together, we continue to inspire, uplift, and celebrate the incredible achievements of our students.
Warm regards,
Vanessa Pratt & Michael PakakisActing Principals
As we approach the end of the school year, it’s a wonderful time to reflect on the achievements of our students and the vibrant school community that supports them.
Our Year 11 students have successfully completed their Transition Week, preparing them for the exciting year ahead as they step into their new roles as Year 12 leaders of the school. This milestone marks a significant moment in their academic journey, and we look forward to seeing their leadership, dedication, and maturity shine in 2025.
Meanwhile, our Year 10 students are in the midst of their exams, demonstrating hard work and perseverance. We are proud of their efforts as they navigate this important stage in their education. A special highlight for our Year 10 cohort is their upcoming Graduation Ceremony on Wednesday, 4th December, where we will celebrate their achievements and wish them well for the next chapter of their schooling.
Looking ahead, students are eagerly anticipating the Fun Fields Team Picnic Day on Friday 13th December. This event is always a highlight of the year and provides a chance for students to relax, bond, and celebrate the year’s successes in a fun and supportive environment.
A big thank you goes to the Arts and Technology Faculty and the Performing Arts Faculty for their outstanding exhibition of student work at the Peach Fuzz Day on Sunday 24th November. The creativity, innovation, and talent on display were truly inspiring, showcasing some of the best work our students have produced. Events like this remind us of the extraordinary potential within our school.
Finally, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our entire school community for your unwavering support, especially during times of challenge. Your encouragement and collaboration play a crucial role in creating the strong and supportive environment that defines Strathmore Secondary College.
Thank you for being part of our journey this year. Together, we continue to inspire, uplift, and celebrate the incredible achievements of our students.
Warm regards,
Vanessa Pratt & Michael PakakisActing Principals
Year 7 Cricket
The Year 7 Boys Cricket team have reached the Western Metro Final after two convincing wins in the pool games.
The day was highlighted by a century to Sam Gregory who had a stellar innings in the first game finishing 103 not out, helping us post a team score of 3/177. This was followed by strong bowling performance, with Strathmore winning by over 100 runs against Sunbury Secondary College.
Sam continued to shine with 30 not out and 2/7 in the second game. Other stand performances from Noah Gowland 3/12, Felix White 2/5 and Ram Raval 2/3, bowling out Good News Lutheran for 47.
We will play the WMR final against Maribyrnong Secondary College in Geelong later this term, with the State Quarter Final to follow.
The day was highlighted by a century to Sam Gregory who had a stellar innings in the first game finishing 103 not out, helping us post a team score of 3/177. This was followed by strong bowling performance, with Strathmore winning by over 100 runs against Sunbury Secondary College.
Sam continued to shine with 30 not out and 2/7 in the second game. Other stand performances from Noah Gowland 3/12, Felix White 2/5 and Ram Raval 2/3, bowling out Good News Lutheran for 47.
We will play the WMR final against Maribyrnong Secondary College in Geelong later this term, with the State Quarter Final to follow.
Year 11 Product Design and Technology
For SAT 2, students had to follow the Double Diamond design process to conceive and create a textiles item promoting positive impact for the end user through accessibility, cultural belonging or sustainability. Students also learned new skills in following and editing patterns, repurposing unwanted clothes into new fabrics, and applying surface embellishments to make creative and original products.
“My product promotes positive impact to the end-user because I edited the shorts pattern to meet the end-users needs of wanting coverage while wearing a skirt, feeling both feminine and comfortable. The garment was produced using sustainable practices such as using a pair of old jeans and other denim scraps to construct the garment” – Ella L
“My product promotes positive impact to the end-user because I edited the shorts pattern to meet the end-users needs of wanting coverage while wearing a skirt, feeling both feminine and comfortable. The garment was produced using sustainable practices such as using a pair of old jeans and other denim scraps to construct the garment” – Ella L
Year 8 Food Technology
The Year 8 Food Technology students have just completed a unit focussed on the evolution of Australian cuisine. They researched the foods, flavours and cooking methods of a country that has influenced Australian cuisine. Equipped with this research, students followed the design process to generate ideas, plan, produce and evaluate a culture fusion pizza.
The students stepped out of their comfort zone and were creative with their designs. They were a big success!
Well done Year 8.
The students stepped out of their comfort zone and were creative with their designs. They were a big success!
Well done Year 8.
Peach Fuzz
On Sunday, November 24th, the college’s creativity was on full display at Peach Fuzz, our Creative Arts and Design showcase day.
Despite the drizzly weather, it was a fabulous two hours filled with performances from music, dance and drama students, screenings of student films, and impressive displays of work from the Visual Arts, Visual Communication, and Product Design departments. A huge well done to the students who participated, and thank you to everyone who came along to support the event. Performing Arts, Visual Arts and Technology FacultiesOn Tuesday 12th September, Alan from the Pat Cronin Foundation presented workshops on ‘Be Wise’ to our Year 9 students.
The workshop focused on managing feelings of anger, making wise decisions and avoiding violence. Feedback from the students was very positive.
For more information please visit https://patcroninfoundation.org.au
Despite the drizzly weather, it was a fabulous two hours filled with performances from music, dance and drama students, screenings of student films, and impressive displays of work from the Visual Arts, Visual Communication, and Product Design departments. A huge well done to the students who participated, and thank you to everyone who came along to support the event. Performing Arts, Visual Arts and Technology FacultiesOn Tuesday 12th September, Alan from the Pat Cronin Foundation presented workshops on ‘Be Wise’ to our Year 9 students.
The workshop focused on managing feelings of anger, making wise decisions and avoiding violence. Feedback from the students was very positive.
For more information please visit https://patcroninfoundation.org.au
Year 10 Product Design & Technology
Celebrating Our Year 10 Product Design & Technology Students.
As we wrap up another semester, we're thrilled to showcase the fantastic work our Year 10 Product Design and Technology students have created in the Timber stream. Throughout the term, they’ve demonstrated incredible creativity and technical skills, bringing their design ideas to life through timber.
This semester, students focused on designing and building functional yet stylish pieces, including custom lights and tables. Each project reflects the students' individual creativity, with unique designs that blend form and function beautifully. The process involved everything from concept sketching to hands-on construction, giving students valuable experience in both the design and manufacturing aspects of product development.
We are incredibly proud of the hard work, perseverance, and attention to detail that these young designers have shown. The final pieces speak for themselves. Here are just a few highlights of their impressive creations. Congratulations to all of our students for their outstanding work!
Mr Dunstan and Ms Zovi
As we wrap up another semester, we're thrilled to showcase the fantastic work our Year 10 Product Design and Technology students have created in the Timber stream. Throughout the term, they’ve demonstrated incredible creativity and technical skills, bringing their design ideas to life through timber.
This semester, students focused on designing and building functional yet stylish pieces, including custom lights and tables. Each project reflects the students' individual creativity, with unique designs that blend form and function beautifully. The process involved everything from concept sketching to hands-on construction, giving students valuable experience in both the design and manufacturing aspects of product development.
We are incredibly proud of the hard work, perseverance, and attention to detail that these young designers have shown. The final pieces speak for themselves. Here are just a few highlights of their impressive creations. Congratulations to all of our students for their outstanding work!
Mr Dunstan and Ms Zovi
Moonee Ponds Creek Trail near Strathmore SC - Proposed Upgrade of Shared User Path
