Principal’s Report

Congratulations and Best Wishes to our Year 12s

The Valedictory Presentation evening was a real highlight in our calendar and the night was one of connections, relationships, and true warmth. Congratulations to the Class of 2022 and congratulations to all our award recipients. Whilst VCE and VCAL have brought about challenges for our Year 12s, their resilience and commitment to completing their senior schooling is commendable. We wish all our students well in their future endeavours. Thank you to all the staff who prepared the venue and the awards and thank you to all the staff who attended the evening – it is indeed a very busy time of the year.

Remembrance Day Assembly

Remembrance Day commemorations marked 103 years since the first Armistice Day services were held around the world on 11th November 1919. We observed one minute’s silence at 11.00am, at our assembly, in memory of those who died or suffered in all wars and armed conflicts. In many countries, people wear a poppy to commemorate those who died in war. Poppies were chosen as a symbol because they often grew in battlefields after combat ceased.

Thank you to Mr Donders for leading the organisation of our Remembrance Day activities and to our student leaders and staff involved both at school and at our local Emerald RSL Service on Friday, 11th November 2022.

VIP Calendar items

As you read this newsletter, the College is in full swing for its 2023 preparation. Year 11 and 12 students are back for KickStart, Years 7-9 are still completing final summative assessments and our Grade 6 transition information is being finalised. Please keep an eye on VIP events that will be upcoming, as the year draws to a close:

Key dates – also available on our website:

21^st November – 25^th November – KickStart week

28^th November – 2^nd December – current Year 10 Work Experience

6^th December – last day of classes for current Years 7-9

7^th December – report writing day – no students are required at school

8^th December – 16^th Domain based activities and environment day/s

13^th December – Grade 6 Orientation Day (state-wide) and Presentation Night

16^th December – reports released to parents/carers

Parent Opinion Survey

The results for the Parent Opinion Survey are in and we thank those families who took the time to respond to the survey. Gathering valuable data of this nature allows the College to strategise, implement and monitor the impact of our programs. Just briefly:

In 2023, as our new programs are implemented, we look forward to increased involvement from our parents/carers.

James Barut – Principal