Parent Bulletin 4
10 March 2023
Year 7 Parent Meet and Greet Invitation
Dear Parents and Carers, I trust that your child had an enjoyable experience at their respective Junior School orientation camp. Our Junior School Coordinators were extremely proud and impressed with the way the Year 7s conducted themselves. There were many examples of students getting out of their comfort zones to try new things, challenge each other and support their peers. As a further part of the secondary school transition, I would like to invite all year 7 parents and carers to an informal ‘meet & greet’ on the college campus on the evening of Friday the 17th of March from 4.30 - 6pm. The evening will begin outside the Burnet office in F Block where some light refreshments will be provided. From there, each team will travel to their own space with their respective Team Leader to meet other parents from your child’s team and provide you with an opportunity to speak to your child’s coordinator. I hope that this occasion can be used to reflect on your child's transition into secondary college, celebrate a successful orientation camp and have an opportunity for you to meet the Junior Coordinators face to face.
Year 7 Parents should refer to the Compass post on Tuesday the 7th of March for the invitation link.
Ms Jillian English & the Junior Teams
Year 7 Parents should refer to the Compass post on Tuesday the 7th of March for the invitation link.
Ms Jillian English & the Junior Teams
International Student Program Homestay
The International Student Program has been running at Strathmore Secondary College for over 20 years. Students are enrolled from Years 10 - 12, ranging from 15 to 18 years of age.
We provide homestay to these students while they are enrolled at the school. Length of stay can vary from one to three years. Study Abroad students enrol at Strathmore Secondary College for 3 to 12 months. As of January 2023, students pay $320 per week for accommodation and 3 meals a day. This money does not have to be declared on a tax return as it is considered “reimbursement” not income.
We are looking for families that can provide a safe, comfortable and caring environment whilst the students are studying at Strathmore.
If you are interested in becoming a Homestay family please contact Jan Maas, Homestay Coordinator on 0414 863 047 or Cathy Di Battista, International Student Manager, on 0417 301 835 to discuss further.
We provide homestay to these students while they are enrolled at the school. Length of stay can vary from one to three years. Study Abroad students enrol at Strathmore Secondary College for 3 to 12 months. As of January 2023, students pay $320 per week for accommodation and 3 meals a day. This money does not have to be declared on a tax return as it is considered “reimbursement” not income.
We are looking for families that can provide a safe, comfortable and caring environment whilst the students are studying at Strathmore.
If you are interested in becoming a Homestay family please contact Jan Maas, Homestay Coordinator on 0414 863 047 or Cathy Di Battista, International Student Manager, on 0417 301 835 to discuss further.
Observational Drawing
Students in the Year 9 Observational Drawing class have been working hard to develop and refine their ability to draw a range of objects realistically.
They have explored line, form, colour, proportion and tone in graphite pencil, oil and soft pastels and, most recently, charcoal. Embracing the mess and immediacy of the medium, students created large gestural drawings of a mannequin and scarf. Each work, like the students, had its own style.
Ms Stephanie Karavasilis
They have explored line, form, colour, proportion and tone in graphite pencil, oil and soft pastels and, most recently, charcoal. Embracing the mess and immediacy of the medium, students created large gestural drawings of a mannequin and scarf. Each work, like the students, had its own style.
Ms Stephanie Karavasilis
Intermediate Girls Volleyball
On Tuesday the 7th of March, the Intermediate Girls Volleyball team played in the Moonee Valley Division first round against Sirius College, Essendon Keilor College and Rosehill Secondary College.
First up was Sirius Secondary College and whilst Sirius won the first set, the girls managed to come back and win the next two sets. Next, the girls played EKC and again managed to win this match in a very close three-setter. This brought the girls to the semi-final match of the day against EKC's second team, in which they won in straight sets. The girls then found themselves in the grand final against Rosehill Secondary and their winning streak did not end here. The girls won the grand final in another very exciting three-set match, which was an amazing result!
The girls played so well together and demonstrated exceptional teamwork skills. A special mention to Olivia Speechley and Evie Michael for their exceptional serving, Cady Jacobson, Amber Dulhunty and Nina Kapoulitsas for their excellent defence work on the court, as well as Matilda Fitzpatrick and Mikayla Patterson for their work at the net.
The girls had such a fun day and put in such a great effort! They should all be very proud. We are looking forward to the next round.
Ms Ferraro and Ms McErlain
First up was Sirius Secondary College and whilst Sirius won the first set, the girls managed to come back and win the next two sets. Next, the girls played EKC and again managed to win this match in a very close three-setter. This brought the girls to the semi-final match of the day against EKC's second team, in which they won in straight sets. The girls then found themselves in the grand final against Rosehill Secondary and their winning streak did not end here. The girls won the grand final in another very exciting three-set match, which was an amazing result!
The girls played so well together and demonstrated exceptional teamwork skills. A special mention to Olivia Speechley and Evie Michael for their exceptional serving, Cady Jacobson, Amber Dulhunty and Nina Kapoulitsas for their excellent defence work on the court, as well as Matilda Fitzpatrick and Mikayla Patterson for their work at the net.
The girls had such a fun day and put in such a great effort! They should all be very proud. We are looking forward to the next round.
Ms Ferraro and Ms McErlain
Year 10 Fashion
The Year 10 Fashion Class have been working on developing a surface repeat pattern to be printed on fabric which they will turn into a tote bag using a sewing machine.
Team Vic Baseball - Lachlan Amon
We are proud to announce that Lachlan Amon (Napier Year 11) has been accepted to the Baseball Team with Schools Vic and will be competing and representing SSC and Victoria in the 2nd week of May 2023.
https://www.ssv.vic.edu.au/team-vic/Pages/TeamVicTeams2023.aspx
Calder Cannons
Strathmore Secondary College would like to congratulate the 13 students that have made the 2023 Calder Cannons Squad.
GirlsKayley KavanaghYasmin WelsfordKyla ForbesTaylah GilcristJasmina CurtisFaith KassisMatilda FitzpatrickEdith Kavanagh
BoysKade MuellerAmin NaimJack RyanRyan BrodieHarry Ryan
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Burnet & Napier Orientation Camp
The 2023 Burnet & Napier expedition to Camp Wilkin at Anglesea set off this year on the 1st of March with three buses full of eager campers. The Year 7 students were divided into six activity groups and took part in high ropes, rock climbing, surfing and mountain biking, accompanied by our Year 10 leaders and a selection of the college’s most fearless, adrenaline-craving teachers. The activities were ‘challenge by choice’ and it was inspiring to witness many students stepping outside of their comfort zone and conquering some personal fears by trying their hand at new experiences. Many got to hang ten for the first time with the Go Ride A Wave surf school, navigate the Anglesea River by bike or conquer their fear of heights. The Burnet & Napier teams would like to thank and congratulate all Year 7 students who attended for the manner in which they conducted themselves during our stay in Anglesea, the Year 10 leaders who did a fantastic job assisting students and staff, and the staff below who assisted in making the Orientation Camp a success and a joy. We are looking forward to sharing some of our student’s experiences at the Year 7 Parent Meet & Greet next Friday evening. Thank you:Ms Ferraro, Ms Gallagher, Ms Davey, Ms Barker, Ms McErlain, Ms Wunhym, Mr Matthews, Mr Forrest, Mr Hansen and Ms Glogovac. Matt Roberts and Teagan FraserBurnet Junior Team Hayley May and Kim LimNapier Junior Team
Moonee Valley Division Swimming
On Thursday the 9th of March, we had 35 students represent Strathmore in the Moonee Valley Division Swimming sports.
All students showed a great level of effort throughout the day and there were some outstanding individual performances from Oli Moxon, Ollie Salmon, Ty Davis, Matthew Moncur and Cassandra Biscocho, who also broke a record on the day!
Our relay teams were the strongest of all the schools with 11 of our teams placing 1st and making it through to the next round of competition.
Thank you and congratulations to all the students who came along on the day - you demonstrated excellence and represented Strathmore in such a positive way! The next round of competition will be on the 30th of March in Geelong.
All students showed a great level of effort throughout the day and there were some outstanding individual performances from Oli Moxon, Ollie Salmon, Ty Davis, Matthew Moncur and Cassandra Biscocho, who also broke a record on the day!
Our relay teams were the strongest of all the schools with 11 of our teams placing 1st and making it through to the next round of competition.
Thank you and congratulations to all the students who came along on the day - you demonstrated excellence and represented Strathmore in such a positive way! The next round of competition will be on the 30th of March in Geelong.
Grassroots Youth Summit
Are you passionate about the environment? Do you want to be a part of the solution but don’t know how?
The Grassroots Youth Summit is just for you!
This three-day program will be run in Woodlands Park, Essendon, on the 17th to 19th of April 2023 from 11am-4pm and is free to any young person (aged 12-25 years). Lunch and snacks will be provided each day.
Explore behind the scenes of a local greenspace to discover its wonders and how it is managed by your Council and dedicated community members. Join traditional owners, local artists, conservationists, leaders and volunteers to be a part of the next generation of environmental caretakers. Activities will include a planting with members of Wurundjeri, an immersive art workshop, a science discovery tour, a leadership course run by CERES, presentations from environmental professionals and a music performance hosted by Avenue Productions.
At the end of the summit, you will be presented with a certificate of completion by the Mayor to show off the skills and knowledge you have learnt!
Register your attendance here.
This is a free program with a limited number of participants, so don’t hesitate to get your ticket before the 3rd of April.
The Grassroots Youth Summit is just for you!
This three-day program will be run in Woodlands Park, Essendon, on the 17th to 19th of April 2023 from 11am-4pm and is free to any young person (aged 12-25 years). Lunch and snacks will be provided each day.
Explore behind the scenes of a local greenspace to discover its wonders and how it is managed by your Council and dedicated community members. Join traditional owners, local artists, conservationists, leaders and volunteers to be a part of the next generation of environmental caretakers. Activities will include a planting with members of Wurundjeri, an immersive art workshop, a science discovery tour, a leadership course run by CERES, presentations from environmental professionals and a music performance hosted by Avenue Productions.
At the end of the summit, you will be presented with a certificate of completion by the Mayor to show off the skills and knowledge you have learnt!
Register your attendance here.
This is a free program with a limited number of participants, so don’t hesitate to get your ticket before the 3rd of April.