Parent Bulletin 19
13 October 2023
Events in the Middle East
Many in our school community are affected by the devastating events in the Middle East.
All of us are upset and disturbed by the awful events depicted in media footage and images. This time is particularly distressing for staff, students, families and carers who have family and friends in Israel and Gaza. We are also aware that students of diverse backgrounds, including Jewish and Muslim students, may be significantly affected by public events, mainstream media coverage and social media at this time. Please be assured that all staff are aware of the extreme emotional toll on many in our community at this time. But please also feel free to get in contact with your child's relevant Team Coordinator at our school if you would like to ensure we are aware of what your child is going through at this time. Our support staff will continue doing all they can to support all our students, and support is also available for our staff. I also want to assure you that the department is monitoring the situation from a school security perspective and have advised there is no further action we need to take at this stage. It is possible that extremely distressing scenes from the conflict may be posted online in coming days. Please ensure your children are aware of where they can find support in the event they come across such images. At our school, this includes our Wellbeing Staff. You may find some aspects of this resource helpful:Helping my children after trauma: A guide for parents.
Support is also available through external services including:Headspace: 1800 650 890 Kids Helpline: 1800 551 800 Lifeline: 13 11 14 Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636 My door is always open, and I am sure we will all look to support one another in this very difficult time. Kind regards,
Jillian EnglishPrincipalStrathmore Secondary College
All of us are upset and disturbed by the awful events depicted in media footage and images. This time is particularly distressing for staff, students, families and carers who have family and friends in Israel and Gaza. We are also aware that students of diverse backgrounds, including Jewish and Muslim students, may be significantly affected by public events, mainstream media coverage and social media at this time. Please be assured that all staff are aware of the extreme emotional toll on many in our community at this time. But please also feel free to get in contact with your child's relevant Team Coordinator at our school if you would like to ensure we are aware of what your child is going through at this time. Our support staff will continue doing all they can to support all our students, and support is also available for our staff. I also want to assure you that the department is monitoring the situation from a school security perspective and have advised there is no further action we need to take at this stage. It is possible that extremely distressing scenes from the conflict may be posted online in coming days. Please ensure your children are aware of where they can find support in the event they come across such images. At our school, this includes our Wellbeing Staff. You may find some aspects of this resource helpful:Helping my children after trauma: A guide for parents.
Support is also available through external services including:Headspace: 1800 650 890 Kids Helpline: 1800 551 800 Lifeline: 13 11 14 Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636 My door is always open, and I am sure we will all look to support one another in this very difficult time. Kind regards,
Jillian EnglishPrincipalStrathmore Secondary College
VSSEC Education Team Award
Congratulations to the VSSEC Education Team on receiving the ACEL Leadership Award for 2023. The Australian Council for Educational Leaders (ACEL) Leadership Awards are presented each year to individual educators and teams of educators who have demonstrated excellent educational leadership in developing and implementing a significant educational initiative, conducting research or influencing educational policy, leading to improved outcomes for students and/or colleagues at a national and/or international level.
Maribyrnong Seniors Morning Tea
Strathmore's String Octet added a touch of elegance and charm to the Maribyrnong Seniors Morning Tea, hosted by the esteemed federal member for Maribyrnong, Bill Shorten.
The delightful melodies of the octet resonated through the venue, creating a harmonious backdrop for the gathering. As attendees sipped on tea and enjoyed morning treats, the string ensemble, directed by Amy Warlow, added a sophisticated ambiance, making the event a memorable and culturally enriching experience for all.
The delightful melodies of the octet resonated through the venue, creating a harmonious backdrop for the gathering. As attendees sipped on tea and enjoyed morning treats, the string ensemble, directed by Amy Warlow, added a sophisticated ambiance, making the event a memorable and culturally enriching experience for all.
Year 9 Food Technology
In preparation for their design task, Year 9 Food Technology prepared ‘eggs their way’ this week.
Students were shown how to cook eggs 4 different ways and were given some extra ingredients to include in their breakfast. Here are some of their creations.
Students were shown how to cook eggs 4 different ways and were given some extra ingredients to include in their breakfast. Here are some of their creations.
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Sculpture and Ceramics
Year 10 Sculpture and Ceramics have began researching and learning about different sculptors and the endless possibilities of materials they can use in making their 3D art.
This week we looked at Andy Goldsworthy and headed out to the oval to make ephemeral land art sculptures focusing on the art elements of line, shape and colour.
This week we looked at Andy Goldsworthy and headed out to the oval to make ephemeral land art sculptures focusing on the art elements of line, shape and colour.
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Hamish Keenan - Tri Series Para Athlete
Over the school holidays, Hamish Keenan 9N was invited to join team Victoria to travel to Hawke's Bay New Zealand and compete in the Tri Series swimming competition.
The competition was held over 3 days and consisted of four teams, Victoria, Western Australia and two from New Zealand. Swimmers from the four teams raced for points with only the top three swimmers collecting points. Hamish won 8 races and took out the Tri Series Para Athlete award and helped Victoria achieve the overall Tri Series Trophy.
Congratulations Hamish on your fantastic effort and achievements!
The competition was held over 3 days and consisted of four teams, Victoria, Western Australia and two from New Zealand. Swimmers from the four teams raced for points with only the top three swimmers collecting points. Hamish won 8 races and took out the Tri Series Para Athlete award and helped Victoria achieve the overall Tri Series Trophy.
Congratulations Hamish on your fantastic effort and achievements!
The Mahoney Awards
The annual VCE film night was a great success with a sell-out audience that was dressed to the nines. This prestigious, red-carpet affair showcased the work of 10 incredibly talented filmmakers from the Year 12 Media class. Each nominated film was in the running to win awards in a variety of categories, with the best film being presented by our recently retired guest of honour, Mr Brett Mahoney.
Congratulations to the following students on their awards.
1. Best Screenplay – Steph Skouris (Porcelain)2. Best Sound – Will Strachan (Randall the Candle Man)3. Best Editing/Visual Effects – Rayner Ekholm (Madness)4. Best Cinematography – Eden Curcija (The Pursuit)5. Best Direction of Actors – Javier Lumsden (Critique) 6. The Mahoney Award (Best Film) – Rayner Ekholm (Madness)
In addition to the recipients listed above, the efforts of all students from the Media class should be acknowledged. The competition this year was extremely fierce, and they should all be incredibly proud of the work that they put into their final projects.
Congratulations to the following students on their awards.
1. Best Screenplay – Steph Skouris (Porcelain)2. Best Sound – Will Strachan (Randall the Candle Man)3. Best Editing/Visual Effects – Rayner Ekholm (Madness)4. Best Cinematography – Eden Curcija (The Pursuit)5. Best Direction of Actors – Javier Lumsden (Critique) 6. The Mahoney Award (Best Film) – Rayner Ekholm (Madness)
In addition to the recipients listed above, the efforts of all students from the Media class should be acknowledged. The competition this year was extremely fierce, and they should all be incredibly proud of the work that they put into their final projects.
Inter School Athletics
Strathmore has won the Western Region athletics carnival this week defeating 67 schools in the Westen region of Melbourne and Victoria. 1 Strathmore SC 3162 Williamstown HS 2593 Grovedale SC 252
The day had many outstanding performances with several students taking medals home. All athletes who competed contributed to the team’s overall success on the total points tally.
Special congratulations go to Katie Baynes who won 3 individual events in the 18-20girls category and Gillie Lumby who won 4 events in the multi class category.
13 athletes have progressed to the State championship to take place on Monday next week, we wish them well.
Medalists:Gold Ty Davis OpenM 3000mGold Katie Baynes 20F 100m, Long jump, Triple jump Gold Alexander Carrol 13M Long jumpGold Luke O’Regan 15M Triple jump Gold Owen Veltman 13M 100mGold Kayley Kavanagh 20F JavelinGold Marion Luck 13F 400mGold Gillie Lumby 12-15 MC 200m, 800m, Shot put, Long jumpGold Eden Curcija, Kayley Kavanagh, Matilda Fitzpatrick Zara Babic 4 x 100m relaySilver Oliver Moxon OpenM 3000mSilver Luke O’Regan 15M Long jumpSilver Eden Curcija 16F Long jumpSilver Aiden Davis 15M 1500mSilver Gillie Lumby 12-15 MC 100mSilver Kayley Kavanagh 20F 800mBronze Maisy Gasper 15F Triple jumpBronze Luke O’Regan 15M Shot putBronze Estelle Sacco 15F 400mBronze Marion Luck 13F 200mBronze Maisy Gasper, Estelle Sacco, Mia Mallon, Anna Dona-Doni 4 x 100m relay
Angella Davis
The day had many outstanding performances with several students taking medals home. All athletes who competed contributed to the team’s overall success on the total points tally.
Special congratulations go to Katie Baynes who won 3 individual events in the 18-20girls category and Gillie Lumby who won 4 events in the multi class category.
13 athletes have progressed to the State championship to take place on Monday next week, we wish them well.
Medalists:Gold Ty Davis OpenM 3000mGold Katie Baynes 20F 100m, Long jump, Triple jump Gold Alexander Carrol 13M Long jumpGold Luke O’Regan 15M Triple jump Gold Owen Veltman 13M 100mGold Kayley Kavanagh 20F JavelinGold Marion Luck 13F 400mGold Gillie Lumby 12-15 MC 200m, 800m, Shot put, Long jumpGold Eden Curcija, Kayley Kavanagh, Matilda Fitzpatrick Zara Babic 4 x 100m relaySilver Oliver Moxon OpenM 3000mSilver Luke O’Regan 15M Long jumpSilver Eden Curcija 16F Long jumpSilver Aiden Davis 15M 1500mSilver Gillie Lumby 12-15 MC 100mSilver Kayley Kavanagh 20F 800mBronze Maisy Gasper 15F Triple jumpBronze Luke O’Regan 15M Shot putBronze Estelle Sacco 15F 400mBronze Marion Luck 13F 200mBronze Maisy Gasper, Estelle Sacco, Mia Mallon, Anna Dona-Doni 4 x 100m relay
Angella Davis
Interschool Art Exhibition
Manyung Gallery, Strathmore
Congratulations to Dinithi Devendra 12N for being awarded runner-up in the Interschool Art Exhibition. The painting of two friends at a bus-stop, part of her Art folio, was worthy of commendation.
Visual Arts Faculty
Congratulations to Dinithi Devendra 12N for being awarded runner-up in the Interschool Art Exhibition. The painting of two friends at a bus-stop, part of her Art folio, was worthy of commendation.
Visual Arts Faculty
