Secondary Education - November 2020

Issue 62 • November 2020 • Est 1999

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education Haileybury pages 6, 7, 47 & back cover

Feature on schools in the cities of Casey & Greater Dandenong pages 45 - 65 Contents page 107

Photo is provided with the compliments of MacKillop For further information refer to pages 2, 3, 42 & 43.

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Our College recently opened Penola Place, a contemporary facility designed with group learning areas, a recording studio ƒÂ?† ‘—–†‘‘” Ž‡ƒ”Â?‹Â?‰ •’ƒ…‡• –‘ …ƒ–‡” Â•Â’Â‡Â…Â‹Ć¤Â…ÂƒÂŽÂŽÂ› ˆ‘” –Š‡ Â?‡‡†• of our Year 7 students.

This year, we are excited to welcome our students to the new Geoghegan Library; with the latest technologies, resources and books, this multi-level space is sure to kindle learning, inspiration and belonging.

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St Monica’s College, Epping ST MONICA’S College, Epping was established in 1964 as a girls’ school. This served a specific purpose at that time. In the 1970’s the Sisters of the Good Samaritan, local clergy and parishioners saw a real need for boys’ Catholic Education thus in 1978 St Monica’s College, Epping proudly became coeducational. Our school has flourished ever since.

In all of our local Primary schools (Government and Catholic) coeducation is offered. In all tertiary institutions (universities and TAFES etc.) coeducation is the only way education is provided. I argue that all education is delivered at its best through coeducation.

Why? There are many reasons why I contend that the coeducation choice Monican parents have made for their children is the right one. Being together throughout the day, feelings of comradeship and friendships develop in a natural way between girls and boys. This mutual feeling and uplifting experiences are inherently valuable to the fully rounded person. These friendships emerge through shared experiences in classrooms, from participating in shared activities outside the formal curriculum, and through shared membership in clubs and teams.

Coeducation assists significantly in breaking down sexist attitudes in both genders. Boys and girls learn in a natural classroom environment, not sheltered away from each other, and in this normal way appropriate respect ought to develop between the genders. In the coeducational classroom, both female and male perspectives are explored, thus greater understanding between the sexes, more consideration of points of view, and increased development of individuals both intellectually and socially.

Truly, coeducation reflects 100% the diversity of society. Coeducation, in other words, IS the real world. Accordingly, students are better prepared to enter the workforce, more capable of coping in post-secondary educational institutions, and more confident to involve themselves in discussions and activities with the opposite sex. Of course they are because they have mixed and grown up with the opposite sex from kindergarten years.

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Coeducation at its Best” I believe that girls are more confident to express their views on all manner of things in their daily life in a coeducational College and exactly the same applies to boys. Students feel comfortable in whom they are and the chances are many to develop healthy and positive attitudes and self-image. Let us hope that this in turn reduces harassment and bullying.

Coeducation is popular throughout the world and a chief reason for this is that it allows for greater socialisation, wider diversity of experiences and fewer gender stereotypes for young people. This can only be healthy, good, and most desirable. It could be stated that collaboration between the sexes, not separation, fosters equality. In a coeducational setting, students are exposed to both male and female role models, students learn to lead the opposite sex in all types of situations, and finding a group of friends to match up with is easier.

There are myths associated with coeducation just as there are with single sex education. These should all be dispelled as we come down to the one, most critical reality – humans live in a coeducational world and consequently enjoying the coeducation experience in school years should form a holistic person, confident and wise.

Brian E. Hanley, B.A., Dip. Ed., Grad. Dip. Ed. Admin., M. Ed., MACE, FACEL College Principal

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Haileybury IT’S been a challenging school year, but by working together staff, students and families at Haileybury have risen to the occasion.

The pivot to online learning from home when Covid-19 hit was less disruptive than it may have been elsewhere as the school already delivers some of its lessons online across its four campuses.

Rather than reduce the length of the school day as students logged on from home, staff made the decision to extend the day and their offerings to learners.

Extra opt-in periods were created in the morning and evening, before and after typical school start times, offering sessions focused on wellbeing: fitness, mindfulness, cooking and more.

It’s a move reflective of the holistic approach taken by Haileybury every day.

While known throughout Victoria for its excellent VCE results, Haileybury focuses on more than just academic achievement.

An innovative offering called ‘Curious Minds’ helps keep students engaged with passions both old and new.

Curious Minds is unique to Haileybury, involving hundreds of programs focused on the interests of students of all ages, from beekeeping to drone academy. Some of the programs are run internally while others are run in collaboration with external organisations.

“We believe that every single child in our school needs to broaden their horizons and dive deeply into what they’re passionate about, and also have the opportunity to learn about things that they don’t know about yet,” explained Sabine Partington, Head of Teaching and Learning Senior School at Haileybury.

This year, a credentialing program was launched within Curious Minds which provides a record of the opportunities students took advantage of within the program, to accompany their academic transcript as they leave the school and begin their next stage of life.

In addition, Haileybury has a strong focus on entrepreneurship for all students.

It’s compulsory for students in year 8 to study entrepreneurship, through which they connect

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There are differentiated pathways for students based on their needs and wants and desires, and it’s our obligation as a school to fulfil that for them to get the best outcome for them, explained Anna Sever, Deputy Principal. with industry mentors and solve complex realworld problems.

Students work in clusters to learn from leading technologists, artisans, influencers and designers who share advice on how to turn your passion into a post-school pathway.

It’s all part of Haileybury’s mission to create job-ready, world-ready graduates: students who are employable, and also lifelong learners.

Ms Partington said she believes Haileybury’s teachers have struck the right balance between the teaching of core skills, and engaging students in critical and creative thinking.

For older students, VCE is delivered over three years, with students beginning a VCE or VET subject of their choice – from around 50 options in year 10. This means that learners finish a unit 3-4 sequence in year 11, lightening the load for their final school year and giving them a taste of the expectations of VCE. Students are also able to hone their revision techniques and study skills ready for the final sprint.

In another point of difference, some subjects at Haileybury are offered on a northern hemisphere timetable, meaning students can choose to finish one of their subjects in the midyear exams of year 12 so they can spend the rest of the year focusing on their other subjects.

“There are differentiated pathways for students based on their needs and wants and desires, and it’s our obligation as a school to fulfil that for them to get the best outcome for them,” explained

We believe that every single child in our school needs to broaden their horizons and dive deeply into what they’re passionate about, and also have the opportunity to learn about things that they don’t know about yet.

Anna Sever, Deputy Principal (Teaching and Learning).

Haileybury has campuses at Keysborough, Brighton, Berwick, Melbourne (City), and Darwin and Beijing.

For more information, visit haileybury.com.au or call the admissions office on 9904 6110.

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Bayswater Secondary College BAYSWATER Secondary College is a small coeducational government school, located on an appealing, spacious campus easily accessible via public transport. We offer a flexible, academic curriculum, with broad subject choices and pathways, specialist learning areas and a range of extra-curricular activities. The College works collaboratively with both the Knox and Maroondah communities to achieve – “the best education possible for our students”.

Our Junior School (Years 7-9) provides a supportive and stimulating learning environment to help make the transition from primary to secondary school a successful and engaging experience. A challenging and academic learning environment, underpinned by a global education program, aim to develop all students as independent, resilient and co-operative learners.

The Senior School (Years 10-12) focuses on the educational, career and personal development of young adults. A challenging and academic learning program provides pathways to postsecondary education, training and work experiences through a wide range of educational electives and VCE, VET and VCAL programs. In year 12, we also offer early entrance University courses for highly competent and motivated students.

Our Select Entry Accelerated Learning (SEAL) program for students in Years 7-10 provides a rigorous academic program that challenges and extends students. Students develop their skills, knowledge and understanding in an environment that promotes acceleration and leads students into their VCE program at the beginning of year 10.

Early University entry programs are also available

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to students based on academic achievement.

A focus on STEM forms an integral part of our core curriculum at years 7 – 10 drawing on the expertise of our teachers in areas such as Forensic Science, Physics, Biology and Chemistry. Our technology allows for the integration of engineering style project based activities into the Maths and Science Curriculum. This commitment is supported by our strong links to KIOSC (Knox Innovation Opportunity and Sustainability Centre) located at Swinburne University, Wantirna Campus.

Global studies provides learning experiences that enable all students to better understand their place within the world. We seek to build strong international links and provide a rich and diverse set of learning experiences by encouraging our students to “Think global, Act local”.

Our students utilise various technologies in their learning, via the College’s Managed Bring Your Own Device (MBYOD) program, which develops digital literacy and prepares students for the technology rich world in which we live.

The creative and performing arts provide many opportunities for students to explore and develop their creative potential. Excellent facilities and dedicated staff ensure that student expression, engagement and achievement are celebrated in drama, dance, music, technology and creative arts.

Student leadership and our innovative elective programs, including entrepreneurship, STEM, project based learning and self-development courses, provide students with valuable learning opportunities to develop student voice and agency, allowing all students to successfully prepare for the future.

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(STEAM). The inspiring facility with light-filled dynamic learning spaces and courtyards includes Visual Art studios, an Art gallery, Technology rooms with specialist Food kitchens and Robotics.

The new Sports stadium encourages increased student participation in sports and physical activity and is home to our Sports Academy. The Sports Academy encourages positive educational and

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Grossek’s View Grossek’s view Fly or flounder?

HOW well prepared for secondary school will be the Year 6 graduates of 2020? I’ve been asked this question a number of times recently, mostly by parents, themselves largely over the remote learning program in which they and their children have been immersed these recent months. It’s a fair question. Quite straightforward really.

Frustratingly, the answer is anything but simple – hopeful at best.

The coronavirus pandemic has thrown conventional preparation for Year 6 students to transition to secondary school out the window.

Indeed, schooling as we have known it preCOVID-19, simply doesn’t exist in that state this year. Precisely what next year will look like in our schools is anybody’s guess. It depends very heavily, but not entirely, on a number of variables; these being, in the first instance, the degree to which we can keep daily new COVID-19 numbers very low. Secondly, and let’s be very hopeful here, the timing of when an effective vaccine is discovered and made universally available.

In moving forward into 2021 for our Year 7 students, several things are very clear and form the basis for a hopeful prediction. Bizarrely, the past six months and possibly the next three months will have provided schools, both primary and secondary schools with valuable experience and insights into both provision of remote learning programs and their impact on students.

This can only be of great value to both sectors as they grapple with the challenge of firstly preparing students for their transition and then, for secondary schools to take up the cudgels, so to speak, of providing all year 7 students next year with the most appropriate learning experience that they can.

On another positive note, it’s fair to assume that we have never had another time in our lives when parents per se, of Year 6 students, have been so engaged in their children’s learning program.

Some may well, and with justification, argue that the experience, for all its potential upside has at times been little short of a nightmare experience.

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Of course, even nightmares, may have a valuable lesson or two from which one can learn. In short, it is entirely possible that the remote learning experience, as unwelcome as it has been as an option, has given parents greater insights in to their children’s learning than they would otherwise have had. That could, and indeed should, provide a stronger base on which families as a whole can prepare for the challenges secondary schooling will present for the primary school graduates of 2020.

Then there’s the students themselves. It’s a fairly safe bet that most will make a relatively good fist of the transition. Despite all the chatter to the contrary, led mostly by adults, many well past their teenage years, as a cohort, the young are more resilient than for which we give them credit. They will survive and mostly thrive as have generation after generation of youth before them.

Let’s not, however, forget those children that spend too much time in the shadows of our collective actions. Those for whom the school is their best, if not only positive daily experience.

One can only imagine the level of impact that the social starvation of real time interaction with their peers has had.

Those too, whose homes and schools alike despite their best intentions and efforts, have been simply been unable to come within cooee of providing the essential technological and/or wellbeing support that others, more fortunate, have provided in these remote learning times. For those students transition to secondary schooling is of greatest concern.

At a practical school level, the student progress information flow from primary schools to secondary schools this year presents serious challenges. The depth and volume of student achievement data for 2020 will be significantly less than in previous years. This data is important to secondary schools in tailoring their teaching programs to meet the individual needs of all students from day one. Also, what orientation programs for Year 6 graduates will look like this year is anybody’s guess at this stage. Whilst only of limited duration, they are important for social and psychological reasons. The unknown has an uncanny knack for messing with our minds.

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The Road Less Travelled AFTER adopting the innovative Take Control model in 2017 and the Big Picture Education model 2020, Bundoora Secondary College continues its student empowerment journey…

Jack’s eyes grow wide and a huge grin breaks out across his face.

‘You mean - that might be a good idea? I thought for sure you were gonna say I couldn’t do it.’

Jack has been tentatively explaining the idea for his ‘passion project’ to me: in a nutshell, it is to provide a friendly and fun community space in semi-rural areas for young adults, in order to support their mental health and wellbeing. He eventually wants to buy a house to serve this purpose and is ready to write up a business plan, including a proposal for funding and sponsorship.

‘Yes is the default!’ I reply, referring to our school philosophy which ensures students have minimal restrictions on their choices and pathways. Providing these are not harmful or excessively costly, students are encouraged to instigate, follow and direct their learning through their passions. As Jack and I start to unpack and elaborate his ideas more fully, it becomes quite clear that he could well be one of the next generation of young social entrepreneurs. He starts to spend some time researching what this means, what other social entrepreneurs are doing and the kinds of people who may be good mentors to him on this kind of a pathway.

I shake my head in awe at how powerful this kind of personalised learning is: Jack is completely engaged in some challenging and – dare I say it – dry and technical documentation.

I’m not sure I’ve ever seen anyone jump at doing a business plan before, but here he is, eagerly and carefully constructing one because it matters to him. All around the room I am witnessing a similar transformation in student learning. Skye is writing and illustrating in charcoal a fantasy story for children; it’s looking like becoming a novella in size and we are brainstorming how to get it published. When she has writer’s block, she is reflecting on this and coming up with strategies to overcome it. Thirteen year old Caleb is emailing aviation authorities about whether someone can mentor him in his dream to become a pilot; alongside this he is 3D printing a model plane on foam board, having painstakingly

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interpreted the technical specifications from an old PDF. Once printed, he will turn it into a working model with parts he has sourced and ordered himself. Maddy and Jess are collaborating on expanding the school’s animal program with some rabbits. They are searching out regulations, drawing up specifications for a hutch, sourcing materials, checking out breeders and their credentials, inquiring about ongoing care and maintenance and thinking big about having a petting zoo for primary school children to come on site and learn from. They have written and submitted a proposal to school council for a small student loan for supplies and detailed how and when they will pay it back.

I wish I had more time and space to detail all of the exciting and innovative projects being completed by every student in this class.

My role in this “Passion Project” classroom is a far cry from traditional teaching practice; it is my duty in this personalised classroom - which focuses on transferable skills such as critical and creative thinking - to hand the steering wheel over to each student and instead be a ‘guide on the ride’. I activate students to set their own learning goals, self-monitor, reflect and selfevaluate their progress on a regular basis. When there’s a roadblock, I ask questions to stimulate their problem-solving processes; I coach them not to give up and to search out multiple options; I help them match their knowledge and skills to curriculum standards and map out a pathway for growth; most importantly, I am a learner alongside them, inquiring with them, exploring new avenues, taking some risks, failing at times...

Having never known anything other than a traditional ‘teacher as the font of all knowledge’ approach before, I have to admit, I was initially sceptical about personalised learning and student-directed learning. Most of us could identify with projects, either our own, our children’s or our students which – let’s face it – have been the cringe worthy products of low expectations, disinterest and lack of rigour. The kind handed in on a scrap piece of paper with Vegemite toast still smeared over the corners. Mention ‘passion project’ or ‘projectbased learning’ and that kind of experience is what many find difficult to get past.

It has been thoroughly revolutionising to witness

and participate in a system which allows students to take control and alongside that, demands academic rigour, the development of personal and social capabilities and the building of vital dispositions such as resilience, persistence and curiosity.

Passion Project is just one subject students can choose from at BSC, but the kind of studentdirected learning it promotes is what we are endeavouring to cultivate across every learning area. There is a wide range of choice and negotiation for students, not only in what learning will look like, but also in how they will demonstrate new knowledge, skills and conceptual understandings. The Victorian Curriculum, VCE, VET and VCAL are still offered, but in new ways which are putting students in the driver’s seat and increasingly giving them control over their journey and destination.

Student voice, agency and empowerment is being recognised as the way of the future in education. With 25% of students not completing Year 12 in Australia, you would have to say that at present, disengagement is a national problem that urgently needs to be addressed. Our young people deserve so much more than education being done to them. At Bundoora Secondary College, we changed to the ‘Take Control’ model

because we are resolved to be a school which offers the kind of learning environment you would wish for your children. Anecdotally, there is so much evidence of positive change from the perspective of students, parents and staff.

Although data is always slower to signify changes, even at this early stage of the model, it testifies to increased engagement, greater development of 21st century skills and the growing agency in our learners.

Like 21st century society, the Take Control model and Big Picture Education model at BSC is a work in progress; continually improving, being refined, learning as we go. As pioneers, we are treading relatively new and unfamiliar territory, but we press on with this keen understanding: that what is behind us is no longer fit to inhabit and what is in front of us is a portal into the future.

Like the roads in Robert Frost’s famous poem, there is now a clear choice in education of how we get to our destination. The traditional path may feel safe for being so well-trodden but is increasingly irrelevant in preparing students for an uncertain future. With the poet, we’ve taken ‘the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference.’ We invite you to join us on this remarkable journey.

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Continued from page 14 I recall my own transition to secondary school many decades ago when orientation programs were nothing more than the figment of imagination, if that. The loudest voices of my older peers had the most impact, and not all were positive.

Nonetheless, let’s not undersell both the commitment and expertise of our teachers. They are all acutely aware, already, of these challenges and more that face the transition of Year 6 children to secondary schooling in 2021. I have no doubt that they will do their utmost to ensure the best possible transition for all students. That is heartening.

My brief for this article was to undertake an exercise in crystal ball gazing – that is the likely impact the coronavirus pandemic-inspired remote learning program would have on the transition of students from primary to secondary schools in 2021. Crystal ball gazing is a fascinating exercise for many reasons. Curiosity about the unknown ranks very highly. How the unknown might affect us personally, even higher. Little wonder then that from soothsayers of bygone eras to astrologists of today, humans are prepared to turn to any advice in the hope of securing greater certainty in their minds at least for however a fleeting moment, if not their lives.

Then of course there’s science and, as an educator, I’d say our science is our best hope and that germinates in our schools. Importantly, science takes emotions out of the equation and right now there’s more than enough emotion surrounding all manner of debates regarding this pandemic and by extension its impact on the lives of our children’s futures. Fear, more than any other emotion has been shown to have the greatest impact on our behaviour, and how we handle fear determines to a large extent the outcome. In this instance, there’s the personal and the collective response to fear and both will intersect in a myriad of ways. The outcomes will similarly be diverse.

I once wrote a quote for my school newsletter – ‘An optimist is someone who believes a pessimist can be changed.’

A most pessimistic view of the immediate educational impact of the remote learning

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program on Year 6 students as they transition to secondary school is that it will be lasting and damaging.

On the other hand, a most optimistic view would hold that the impact will be transitional with the students ultimately benefitting from the experience – this demonstrated in their beliefs and actions as adults in years to come.

My view? Being neither an optimist nor a pessimist, but rather a sceptic, I’m not sure. For some, the lucky few who have thrived in the remote learning environment it will be a personal boon. But will that translate into a collective empathy? I yearn to believe so. Then there’s the mass of students comprising the greater part of the Bell Curve – they’ll be largely okay and hopefully the harbingers of a better world. I’ve mentioned earlier those outlier students for whom the shadows are their dwelling place. Some will be inspired and in beating the odds and will become the torchbearers of hopeful societal change. Sadly, however, the story for all of those outlier children does not end there.

Henry Grossek, Principal, Berwick Lodge Primary School

Camberwell High School CAMBERWELL High School is proud of its long history of excellence in education.

Camberwell High School’s purpose is to prepare all students to be active and engaged participants in society. The school promotes learning that is transformative, focused on growth, dynamic, respectful and built on positive relationships. The school community challenges students to exceed expectations for achievement in all areas of endeavour.

All students are encouraged to take an active part in their learning development. We understand that students have different ways of learning, different strengths and interests and the options available in the curriculum and in cocurricular programs provide students with the opportunities to make choices, manage their own learning and pursue their passions as they prepare for their futures as 21st century citizens.

We encourage students and staff to exemplify the values of the school: Achievement, Creativity, Respect and Responsibility. The school has a

strong House system and promotes student leadership and student voice through formal roles and frequent focus group meetings and forums.

CHS seamlessly blends history and tradition with contemporary learning. In 2013 a newly constructed Enterprise Centre for Year 9 students was opened. A FIFA standard soccer pitch was opened for use in 2017 and in 2019 contemporary learning spaces for Year 7, 8 and 11 students were completed.

For further information please visit our website www.camhigh.vic.edu.au

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Educating World Ready Independent Citizens Camberwell High School offers students diverse and comprehensive curriculum including: • • • • • •

School Tours: Conducted throughout the year during normal school hours.

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VCE, VET and VCAL programs Acceleration studies University enrichment studies International Student Program Student leadership and citizenship Extensive music program, multiple performance groups

• Debating, public speaking, special interest groups & clubs • Camps, interstate and international tours • Extensive sports program • A range of house programs including annual carnivals and festivals • School musical productions

Principal: Jill Laughlin Assistant Principals: Maureen Salter, Emmanuel Skoutas Website: www.camhigh.vic.edu.au Email: camberwell.hs@education.vic.gov.au Address: Prospect Hill Road, Canterbury, 3126 Phone: 9836 0555 Fax: 9836 0194

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Coburg High School WELCOME to Coburg High School, a school with a distinctive culture of students learning together and supporting and encouraging each other to do their best in keeping with our four school values: Excellence, Curiosity, Integrity, Community.

At our school, staff work collaboratively to develop a comprehensive and cohesive online curriculum, closely monitor and support the health and wellbeing of students, and challenge students to reach their potential.

Students are at the centre of our approach to teaching and learning and our decision-making and we hold high expectations of student learning, leadership, participation and behaviour.

We are committed to academic excellence and we are proud of the high results and impressive achievements of our students. We endeavour to develop the whole person and we are proud to cultivate the diverse talents of our students. We offer a range of well-established co-curricular programs and clubs and an expanding range of opportunities for students to contribute their own ideas for initiatives, activities and events.

Students are also offered an extensive range of excursions, camps, overseas tours and interstate tours. There is a wide range of enrichment opportunities to develop leadership capacity, participate in debating and public speaking programs, perform in concerts, productions and musicals, exhibit original artwork in galleries, compete in interschool sporting teams, develop fluency in Chinese (Mandarin) or Spanish,

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Students are at the centre of our approach to teaching and learning and our decision-making...

explore a wide range of humanities subjects, develop scientific curiosity through excursions, events and our own digital technologies and STEAM programs.

Coburg High School is a vibrant place of learning and personal growth. We expect students to invest significant effort into their learning and to take up opportunities that enable them to showcase their talents, explore their interests, and continually develop new knowledge and skills.

Coburg High School is a purpose-built, contemporary and state-of-the-art learning environment with ubiquitous access to technology through a Bring Your Own Mac program, flexible learning spaces, classrooms and specialist science laboratories, art rooms, dance and performance spaces, theatrette, and a new recording studio and library. The school is set within wonderful, expansive and well-kept grounds with a gymnasium, oval, multiple new outdoor courts, and nearby access to a range of fantastic local facilities.

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Craigieburn Secondary College AT CRAIGIEBURN Secondary College we have high expectations of our students, teachers, parents, curriculum programs and the broader community. Students and staff strive to “be their best” in all aspects of College life. Our focus is to ensure every student engages with their learning and is challenged to achieve beyond their potential.

Our teaching code of practice is underpinned by a rigorous instructional framework that ensures that there is consistency in the delivery of high level educational programs. We believe when there is an environment of excellence in every classroom then students will achieve their full potential.

Our programs at Craigieburn Secondary College are stimulating, rewarding and forward looking; they encourage the highest standard of achievement in every activity undertaken by our students. Academic studies and work preparedness are enhanced by personal development, cultural skills, social growth and self-fulfilment. At Craigieburn Secondary College we are committed to the development of our students into well educated, confident young adults, well prepared for a fulfilling and successful future.

The wellbeing and engagement of every new student is an important priority for all Craigieburn teaching and support staff. Our Year 7 students thrive within the supportive environment of the College’s small team approach. Students commence each day under the care of their Personal Learning Time Teacher as their first level of support. Personal Learning Time Programs and a Year 7 Orientation Program quickly promotes confidence and a sense of belonging in our young students to ensure a seamless transition into College life.

The College is organised into sub-schools with a strong emphasis on support for all students’ transition into school and throughout their educational journey. Programs are specifically tailored to build relationships between teachers and students and to meet the individual learning needs of students as they progress through the year levels.

Strong Foundation Our Year 7 and 8 programs provide a solid foundation for future success by embedding literacy, numeracy and the use of Information and Communication Technologies across all subjects in the curriculum.

Students’ curiosity is heightened through the building of thinking skills and enquiry learning.

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Junior school students enjoy access to a broad and engaging curriculum and are supported by tailored learning programs in English and Maths which meet their individual learning needs.

Good study habits, regular homework and pride in achievement are expected, encouraged and rewarded.

Initiative, personal responsibility for learning and a strong sense of commitment is central to life in Years 11 and 12. A highly disciplined and collaborative work ethic among staff and students support each student’s quest for VCE success and successful career pathways. Students have the opportunity to start VCE subjects in Year 10 in order to enhance their ATAR score upon completion of Year 12. Our vocational programs also provide credit toward the VCE and TAFE courses. Craigieburn Secondary College is proud of its senior students, many of whom achieve outstanding results. They graduate as self-directed, confident young adults, well prepared for the postsecondary world of tertiary study, vocational training or direct employment.

All students are encouraged to undertake enhancement, extension and acceleration programs. Consolidation programs support individual needs. Students are strongly encouraged to make a commitment to community service with student leaders making valuable contributions to school life. College Captains, Sub-school Captains, House Captains and SRC representatives take an active role in decision making within the college.

Innovative teaching programs, staff commitment to ongoing professional development and outstanding physical resources enable the College to deliver a fulfilling educational experience.

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Catholic Regional College St Albans CHOOSING a school for your child is an exciting but challenging time, especially for families who are preparing their first child for secondary school. There are many options and it can be difficult to know where to begin. However, parents know their child, and the process of looking at different schools will help clarify which is the best fit for their child and family.

Families often ask us what makes our school different. The first things that come to mind is that we are a strong faith community where learning, wellbeing and family all matter. We celebrate and embrace the rich cultural diversity of our local community and endeavour to live as a community without borders.

We offer a broad learning program that engages both girls and boys and challenges them to be the best that they can be. Our students are encouraged to explore their faith, to care for others, to become active global citizens and to do their personal best in all things.

Secondly, I think that our school is just the right size for young people as they navigate adolescence to become young adults. With 125 students at each year level, we are small enough to ensure that students are known, have a strong sense of belonging and feel safe. At the same time, we are big enough to offer a broad and engaging learning program. I would describe the College as a small school with big opportunities.

Lastly, our dedicated staff, strong relationships

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We offer a broad learning program that engages both girls and boys and challenges them to be the best that they can be. with families, primary to secondary transition program and our links with parishes and the local community are all strengths of our school.

Co-curricular activities are an important part of the secondary education experience and prospective students and their families are often keen to know more about these. Activities range from the community garden, various clubs and sporting activities, to the school production, choir, homework club and cultural nights. The cocurricular program changes over time, depending on the interests of students and staff.

Further details and a virtual tour are on the College website.

I hope this brief insight into our school will help you in making a decision about secondary education and I welcome your interest in the College. If you have further questions, we are happy to chat by phone or set up a meeting.

Christina Utri, Principal www.crcstalbans.catholic.edu.au

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Essendon Keilor College WITH the current levels of uncertainty it is more important than ever to have a strong focus on the future in educating our students.

We deliver an outstanding, personalised education at our Junior School campuses (Years 7-9) in East Keilor and Niddrie, and our Senior campus (Years 10-12) in Essendon.

Purpose, passion, positivity, and principles drive learning at our college because we are preparing students for tomorrow’s world. It’s a world that requires specific new knowledge, skills, capabilities and qualities – the ones we’re helping students develop with the support of expert teachers in safe, stimulating environments.

With strong leadership across the College, supported by outstanding teaching and support staff, we provide students with a range of unique educational opportunities that our three specialist campuses provide. Our culture of high expectations with a focus on growth means that all students are supported to reach their maximum potential. Teachers and students work in an environment that is conducive to high achievement. New facilities on all campuses support innovative teaching practices that are focussed around preparing students for the challenges that they will face in the future.

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New facilities on all campuses support innovative teaching practices that are focussed around preparing students for the challenges that they will face in the future. it not only teaches technical skills and knowledge, but also the vitally important collaboration, communication and problem solving skills that are going to be vital for our students in the future.

Along with our breadth of offerings in the Arts, Languages, Sport and Humanities every student is challenged to succeed in their chosen field.

Essendon Keilor College is a Year 7 to 12 school, based on three campuses. Our vision is to develop accomplished citizens who contribute, live meaningfully and succeed. For over 110 years we have been fulfilling that vision and will continue to do so for many years to come in partnership with parents and the whole school community.

Bringing the Technology of the Future into our classrooms

ESSENDON KEILOR COLLEGE Leading the way in STEM Education (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)

Niddrie Campus Years 7-9 Peters Street, Airport West Phone: 9375 8400

East Keilor Campus Years 7-9 Quinn Grove, East Keilor Phone: 8331 0109

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Highvale Highvale has a focus on enabling and empowering all the students to achieve high academic success. The college offers many opportunities for each student to reach their potential and to pathway into tertiary education.The college has a strong partnership with Monash University and Deakin University with our students having the opportunity to apply for scholarships.

Each student have the opportunity to reďŹ&#x201A;ect and set goals for improved learning outcomes by accessing feedback from learning tasks throughout the subject, attend tutoring and through individual course counselling to ensure success.

Highvale students have been very successful in their VCE results with the 2019 highest ATAR being 99. 9% of the cohort received individual subject study scores of 40+ with a perfect score of 50 for ICT achieved. Highvale has 1:1 counselling in careers and subject choice for all Years 7-11 students. These very successful programs have enabled students who complete their Year 12 to receive an offer of their choice into tertiary courses at university and TAFE. The College offers an accelerated program in Mathematics from Year 7 -12 and in English.The vertical structured curriculum program enables students to study outside their year level to be accelerated in all Learning Areas of the curriculum.

The highly recognised instrumental music program offers tuition in brass, woodwind, voice, strings, percussion, piano and guitar.

Music scholarships are available for students. Over 250 students are involved in ensembles, concert and performance bands and orchestra many of which have performed at retirement villages, community events, primary schools, Government House and the NEVR concert at Hamer Hall.

The Robotics and 3D printing program at Highvale has enabled students across year levels to exercise their creative thinking and problem solving skills through the scheduled subject classes, Robotics club, and preparation and involvement in the interschool competitions.

The College has completed the refurbishment of all its buildings.

Students are now enjoying the new Art & Technology and Science rooms which include all new science laboratories, Art and Media studios,Technology specialist robotic and 3D printing rooms.

Camps and tours are organised by the College for most level year levels with an international community volunteering tour to Fiji being part of those events.

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HIGHVALE SECONDARY COLLEGE Capital Ave, Glen Waverley, 3150 Telephone: 9803 5144 Fax: 9803 4130 Email: highvale.sc@edumail.vic.gov.au Website: www.highvalesc.vic.edu.au 12425832-CG06-19

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Hoppers Crossing Secondary College HOPPERS Crossing Secondary College is a dynamic school, where students are presented with boundless opportunities throughout their schooling journey. We place great emphasis on developing innovative and challenging educational programs for students of all abilities and we are totally committed to continuing to improve the life and education of each student enrolled at Hoppers Crossing Secondary College.

Our goal is to see each student become a happy, self-confident, and knowledgeable lifelong learner who can demonstrate independence and a sense of career direction. Ultimately we want to see each growing as a worthy, contributing member of our community.

At the College we develop students who are competing at the highest levels possible in the state across a range of areas. We offer a range of programs catering to students looking to excel academically and foster a growth mindset focused on continuous improvement. We are proud to acknowledge our Year 12 graduates who consistently achieve study scores of 40+ and ATAR scores over 90, giving them access to a range of career pathways and tertiary education options. In addition to this, each year, the College has a number of students who choose to access a University course whilst completing their Year 12 studies.

Outside the classroom, students are offered a range of opportunities including, but not limited

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At the College we develop students who are competing at the highest levels possible in the state across a range of areas. to, performing arts where our students have been Nationally praised for their skill and professionalism. Winning Story of the Year, as well as countess more Awards at the Wakakirri Performing Arts event is testament to the dedication and talent of our staff and students.

Leadership qualities, evident in Hoppers Crossing Secondary College students, are cultivated with successful contributions to many events from local youth forums and public speaking programs to interschool debating and State Youth Parliament events. The vibrant sporting program offers the chance for students to compete in a wide range of sports, with indiviuals and teams representing the College and achieving success at regional and state levels.

I invite you to watch our Open Day Video to find out more and take a Virtual Tour of the College. Available on our Website.

Keith Halge, Principal

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An affordable private education with h a focus on educational excellence and studentt wellbeing.

F more iinformation For f i or to b book k a tour please l se visit i i www.humegrammar.vic.edu.au or contact 8339 6900.

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Hume Central Secondary College HUME Central Secondary College, located in the City of Hume, serves the Broadmeadows area with a total student enrolment of approximately 1,200 students which has continued to grow in recent years.

At Hume Central Secondary College we are a positive and creative learning community that prepares students for a successful life. We pride ourselves on having a saafe, calm and orderly environment and we are dedicated to educating the whole person. We work in partnership with parents to develop young men and women who are globally aware, open to growth and committed to making a positive contribution to their local community.

The College has three state of the art Campuses, two Year 7-9 Junior Campuses and a Year 10-12 Senior Campus. Our Blair Street Junior Campus also includes the Hume Central English Language Centre, a Year 7-10 facility providing for the language learning needs of newly arrived students to Australia.

Select Entry Accelerated Learning (SEAL) Program Hume Central Secondary Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Select Entry Accelerated Learning (SEAL) program operates at Years 7, 8 and 9 at both junior campuses.

The SEAL program has been especially developed to cater for the needs of high-achieving students by providing them with challenge and enrichment within a motivated and academically high-achieving peer group.

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Senior Pathways The emphasis in senior years is on working with students to help them to develop and practice the skills they will require for success in tertiary education and the workforce such as the ability to make decisions, accept responsibility and manage their time. In the senior years, students work with teachers to create a learning pathway that ensures they leave as young adults with the skills they need for a successful transition to life beyond secondary school. We believe that every learning pathway is valid and must be nurtured, and hence the college provides a diverse range of VCE subjects, a full VCAL program as well as a number of VET subjects.

We strongly believe that the key to a happy and successful education is the quality of the relationships that are formed between all members of the school community. We aim to ensure that every student feels safe and connected at all times. The dignity and respect for every person within our community underpins all that we do as a community, working collaboratively to assist each member of the community to achieve their hopes, dreams and aspirations.

We welcome your enquiries at any of our campuses and encourage you to visit our website for more information. www.humecentralsc.vic.edu.au Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ humecentralsecondarycollege/

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Why John Fawkner College?

Welcome to John Fawkner College, which is a school committed to developing every child, helping them grow into successful, goal orientated and independent thinking young adults. At John Fawkner College we assist students to recognise the talents they themselves may not have recognised. We deepen their desire for education and set them on pathways not previously imagined. Educationally, socially, physically, artistically: by any degree John Fawkner College is a great school. A school that is committed to assisting students reach their potential. John Fawkner College is a successful learning community built on the strengths of high academic achievement and a strong community focus, and as a result we are continuing a period of sustained improvement at our College.

Our opportunities for students include: • Literacy and numeracy support across the curriculum • Multiple pathway opportunities • Whole school pastoral care • Positive learning environment • Extension Programs of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) in Curriculum • Arts and Performing Arts Programs • Study Skills and Exam Preparation for Middle School/Senior School • Student Leadership • Access to the College’s Melbourne City College of Football Program (MCCF) • Online communication with parents enabling them to access learning tasks and monitor academic progress

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John Paul College INSPIRED by the Gospelsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; values, John Paul College is committed to creating and maintaining an environment within which all members of the College community experience being loved, being worthwhile, having a sense of belonging and being recognised as unique. We are a vibrant learning community where each student is supported and challenged to achieve excellence.

We are committed to maintaining high positive expectations and are attentive to the needs, goals and abilities of every student.

The College promotes the importance of wellbeing as the foundation to facilitating engagement, connection and learning.

At the heart of the College is the desire for the full flourishing of each student, across religious, physical, cognitive, emotional and social domains.

Students enjoy coming to school as their personal narrative is known, respected and valued.

Students are continually challenged to achieve academic success and model excellent learning skills and work habits. A diverse and rich curriculum is provided in all year levels to ensure interests, talents and aspirations are catered for and nurtured.

John Paul College offers parents, students and staff an opportunity to experience community life in a faith-filled environment. Each student is invited to develop their personal faith and the meaning and value in life through sacramental celebration, prayer, liturgy, retreats and other religious celebrations. Social justice initiatives are flourishing through our fundraising efforts and immersion programs to the Philippines, India and East Timor. Students willingly volunteer on a number of social justice initiatives and we are very proud of our young people who, in their service to others, enrich both their own lives and those around them.

Sporting opportunities are wide and varied for students at all year levels in both individual and team competitions. Students of all skill levels are encouraged to participate through the House swimming, athletics and cross country carnivals and those who excel are supported to go on to higher level competitions at regional, state and national levels.

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The College promotes the importance of wellbeing as the foundation to facilitating engagement, connection and learning.

Centre for Performing and Visual Arts is a beautifully appointed space; comprising modern facilities for music, drama, dance, media and fine arts. Involvement in the Arts provides students with the platform to develop their creativity and confidence in a supportive, challenging and engaging environment.

Investing in the future of our students, the College has developed a Masterplan after extensive consultation with staff, students, parents and the College Board. The plan outlines the continued development to facilities over the next 15 to 20 years, ensuring our 14 hectare grounds and buildings meet the demands of an advancing curriculum.

See the College for yourself via our online tour experience and discover what makes JPC a place to learn, grow and thrive.

Take the tour at jpc.vic.edu.au

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Explore John Paul College through an online tour experience and discover what makes JPC a place to learn, grow and thrive.

We are now accepting Hnrolments for 2023.

Places are still available for Year 7, 2022.

Bus service available to Carrum, Bonbeach, Chelsea, Chelsea Heights, Patterson Lakes and Sandhurst.

Founded in 1919, Lilydale High School celebrates a long tradition of academic excellence and an outstanding reputation for fostering personal development, happiness and future success for our students.

Lilydale High School is a single campus, coeducational school located in the Shire of Yarra Ranges. As a traditional and contemporary thinking school, we encourage the highest standards of achievement in the diverse pursuits of our students.

We provide a curriculum to challenge and stimulate each student, offering VCE, VCAL and VET pathways at Senior School and more than 50 elective subjects in Middle School. Students in Year 7-8 experience classes from all the disciplines the school has to offer before they start to tailor their program as they head into the Middle School.

LILYDALE HIGH SCHOOL Excellence in learning, resilience in life, thriving in community

In addition, we offer an Accelerated Learning Program, award-winning STEAM and Athlete Development programs. Other programs include Excellence in Sport, Instrumental Music including bands, annual productions and literacy classes at years 7-8 for those who require additional support, as well as a Reptile House that includes the most extensive collection of native wildlife in an Australian school. In 2021, we look forward to the opening of our world-first Zoology Centre that will foster and support intellectual engagement within our students.

Sport and Outdoor Education are a prominent feature of school life. The school offers an exciting Camps Program, House and Inter-School sporting opportunities and our students are privileged to enjoy impressive sporting and recreation facilities. These are only a few of the programs that enable us to cater for our students’ diverse interests with stimulating educational opportunities delivered in a challenging and supportive environment of high expectations thus realising the school motto of: Excellence in learning, resilience in life, thriving in community The high standard of education provided at the school is a tribute to the caring, dedicated and committed teaching and support staff — all of whom take collective pride and inspiration from the achievement of our students. Recruiting and developing highly professional teaching and support staff is one of our highest priorities.

Lilydale High School enjoys a strong sense of community. Our collegiate pride is celebrated with a vibrant student voice: through Student Representative Council, student leadership, regular student-led assemblies and community celebrations

If your family is interested in joining the Lilydale High School community, we encourage you to book a tour through our website or by contacting the school on (03) 9735 5644.

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Lilydale High School SEAL Program caters to the needs of gifted and talented students, who enjoy new challenges and who currently excel at school. Entry to the SEAL Program is by academic test and a personal interview. Queries relating to the SEAL Program should be directed to Melissa McMillan via the school on 9735 5644.

Lilydale High School warmly invites families to tour the school and discover this outstanding educational environment.

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Lyndale Secondary College LYNDALE Secondary College offers great advantages in the breadth of curriculum offerings.

There is provision for specialist learning areas and facilities, extensive staff professional development and a wide range of co-curricular programs which contribute so much to the fullest development of the student’s academic, cultural, artistic, social and sporting achievements, while still maintaining a sense of belonging essential in all great schools.

We urge parents to take advantage of the many opportunities which are offered during the year to join in the life of the college by attending, parent teacher interview nights, parent information evenings, working bees, supporting our arts festival, sporting activities and joining the College Council.

The college exists for our students. With their wholehearted cooperation and participation, they will fully benefit from and enjoy their time at Lyndale Secondary College. We aim to have each student move towards a successful and meaningful future, irrespective of where or what that might be.

STEM Program Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Program at Lyndale Secondary College is designed for students whose passion clearly lies in the Mathematics, Science, Engineering and Technology areas.

Engagement in STEM subjects helps students develop problem-solving, critical thinking and leadership skills. These students are very active learners who enjoy seeking solutions to challenging problems and can use their knowledge of each of the STEM foci to take calculated risks in solving problems. Providing students meet the requirements of the program, they could accelerate into a partial VCE program from Year 10 in the areas of Mathematical Methods, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Some of our current focus include Robotics & Mechatronics, Aviation, Rescue & Emergency Services, Materials & Innovation.

Select Entry Accelerated Learning Program The Select Accelerated Learning Program initiative is part of the Lyndale Secondary College differentiated education priority which caters for all students. The acceleration process is designed to cater for the needs of the highly academically

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talented student. The Accelerated Learning Program aims to provide students with the opportunity to develop investigative, problem solving, analytical and creative thinking skills which will challenge and engage students in a very active style of learning. Lyndale Secondary College is one of a small number of Department of Education schools in the state which is accredited to provide Select Entry programs for talented and gifted students and is a member of “The Academy of Accredited SEAL schools (TAASS)”.

Headstart Headstart is an exciting academic program that aims to support fully students’ transition from one academic year to the next. This program provides educational advantage to all our students by strengthening their academic skills through the commencement of next year’s coursework in the last three weeks of the school year. The program commences in November and involves the participation of all students from Year 7 to 11. Headstart benefits Senior School students as they will be better prepared for the rigours of VCE requirements, which will enable them to undertake senior studies with confidence and success.

We welcome your interest in our college, we warmly invite you to contact us.

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Lyndale Secondary College offers great advantages in the breadth of curriculum offerings. There is provision for specialist learning areas and facilities, extensive staff professional development and a wide range of co-curricula programs which contribute so much to the fullest development of the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s academic, cultural, artistic, social and sporting achievements, while still maintaining a sense of belonging essential in all great schools.

This is an exciting time at Lyndale Secondary College as we have completed a large proportion of our building program so the college is now furnished with many new facilities such as STEM, Library, Performing and Visual Arts and Technology buildings. Our curriculum has a focus in STEM and literacy and numeracy development. We aim to have each student move towards a successful and meaningful future, irrespective of where or what that might be.

We invite you to contact us at lyndale.sc@education.vic.gov.au for more information.

Enquires can be made through contacting 9795 2366 or on our website at lyndale.vic.edu.au

lyndale.vic.edu.au 4 Halton Road, Dandenong North 3175

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Galileo Enhancement Program The Galileo Enhancement Program at Noble Park Secondary College offers an enriched curriculum in English, Mathematics, Humanities, Technology and Science, and is designed to prepare students to achieve results of a high standard at senior levels. The College is committed to developing high level academic and creative excellence so that students will have the opportunity to reach their full potential, allowing for advanced opportunities and scores to gain desired tertiary entrance.

Music is integral to the Galileo Program.

The Enhancement Curriculum will provide a balanced, stimulating and challenging program directed at the development of students’ knowledge and skills for further study, career and life choices by: • maintaining a strong academic core • promoting the attainment and appreciation of excellence in all areas of learning • teaching independent learning skills and strategies • providing an elective program designed to enhance and broaden skills before specialisation occurs at Years 11 and 12 • preparing students to choose VCE subjects in Year 10.

The strong academic core and elective program are balanced by the requirement that all students involve themselves in a wide range of enrichment co-curriculum programs. These include literary, artistic, education extension, leadership and personal development programs and competitions.

Call to arrange a personalised tour of the College with the Principal

Phone: 9546 9066 3 Callaghan Street, Noble Park, 3174 www.nobleparksc.vic.edu.au

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Opportunity for all to achieve Noble Park Secondary College strives for excellence as a provider of education. We promote an ethos of success for all students and believe that every student has the ability to shine in his or her own special areas of interest at school.

The Noble Park Secondary College Year 7 and 8 Curriculum is diverse, stimulating and challenging yet is designed to support a seamless transition into secondary school. Noble Park Secondary College Year 7 and 8 students sample a full range of subjects, including dynamic electives, allowing our school's youngest members to develop and consolidate skills, discover their strengths and weaknesses and to discern their particular areas of interest.

Outstanding NAPLAN Results 2019 NAPLAN RELATIVE GROWTH FROM YEAR 7 TO YEAR 9

Exceeding growth of similar schools and the Victorian state average 2019

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Education after Covid-19 COVID-19 has profoundly disrupted education.

Instead of merely reacting to this disruption and attempting to create an illusion of normality, it is important to reflect carefully on how educators and policymakers can respond effectively, learn from the pandemic, and improve the education system in lasting ways.

To this end, we invite experts to provide their insights on the things that can and should change for the better in education both during the pandemic and after.

The rise of AI; a school year disrupted by the pandemic; adjustments to year 12 grades; controversy in the UK over predictive marking; continued debates over the equity and usefulness of HSC and ATAR – all have converged to give new urgency to an old question: how should students’ learning be assessed, and what role should this play in their postschool options? We’ve gathered experts from a range of fields to provide their insights.

Professor Peter Twining, University of Newcastle – “Assessment that focuses on academic knowledge but ignores 21st century skills is not fit for purpose” Professor Peter Twining researches automation, assessment, and how schools can be redesigned to adapt to the challenges of the 21st century. He says new methods are needed to assess students’ skills and learning.

“End of Year 12 assessments give a distorted view of the students’ learning because there’s vitally important things they can’t measure – like creativity, critical thinking, collaboration and resilience,” says Professor Twining.

“Using them to evaluate schools incentivises teachers to cheat, game the system, and focus on what is being assessed rather than what is important for students to learn.

“COVID-19 required alternative forms of assessment, but the UK situation in which algorithms were used to adjust teacher judgements highlights a problem of techno cratic solutions – the algorithms had built in biases that penalised students from low socio-economic groups.

“We need assessments that capture evidence of the things we say matter, such as ‘21st century skills’.

For example, Point of Learning uses an app to note when someone sees a learner demonstrating that they have met a target.

“Over time this builds up a compelling evidence

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COVID-19 has profoundly disrupted education. base of multiple people on multiple occasions logging what that learner has achieved. This mirrors the use of endorsements and recommendations in LinkedIn, which complement traditional qualifications.

“Assessment that focuses on academic knowledge but ignores 21st century skills is not fit for purpose.

COVID-19 has opened the door for new forms of assessment. Let’s not squander that opportunity.”

Dr Ilana Finefter-Rosenbluh, Monash University – “Our ethical obligation as a society is to provide students with the resources that enable them to take assessment tasks and succeed, not to scrap our checks and balances” Dr Ilana Finefter-Rosenbluh is a Lecturer in Educational Assessment and Ethics at Monash University. She argues that we shouldn’t jump into scrapping benchmarks like ATAR, but we need to do more to ensure students get the chance to perform to the best of their ability. This also means taking account of individual circumstances, including through adapting exam arrangements to meet students’ needs.

“COVID-19 has exposed the best and worst of education policies”, says Dr Finefter-Rosenbluh. “In particular, it has underlined how difficult it is to ethically assess students’ work while considering all the individual factors that may impact their performance.

“In Australia, this riddle has brought back the oldtime debate over the use of the ATAR ranking system: should it stay or should it go? Many have gone so far as to suggest a fail/pass assessment approach should be adopted once and for all.

“But when reimagining our assessment systems, it is worth going back to the reasons societies have been using grades and marks in the first place. While they may be ethically questionable, grades are essential to the logic and functioning of schools and universities.

“Like it or not, grades play many important roles, including signalling student performance, knowledge and skills, helping motivate students, and enabling employers to make hiring decisions.

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Cranbourne East Secondary College AT Cranbourne East Secondary College, we focus on giving every student, every opportunity to exceed their potential by providing a high quality pathway to success. At the College we strive to make each studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s transition from Primary School to Secondary School a positive experience.

We achieve this through a supportive Orientation Program provided for Year 7 students at the beginning of their first year at the College. Our Learning for Success Program delivers ongoing support for students throughout each school year.

Prior to commencing at the College, several upper primary school students participate in supportive transition & taster days. They are structured to familiarise primary aged students with the usual routine of secondary students at the College. Inclusion is also highly valued at Cranbourne East Secondary College. We provide our staff with faces to names and strategies to best support our studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; various needs, not just in the classroom but socially and emotionally, as well. We encourage our staff to build positive relationships with students, to help increase connectedness to school and to assist with meeting the expectations of students. We discuss learning goals with all our students, to provide an opportunity for student voice and to foster ownership for their own learning. Staff also, generously give up their time to provide various clubs and mini communities for our young people

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Our Learning for Success program delivers ongoing support for students throughout each school year. to be part of, including Diversity Club and Culture Club. This aim is to provide many students with the opportunity to feel more included and supported within the College community.

Due to COVID restrictions all school tours are on hold, until further notice and advice from the Department of Education & Training.

Call (03) 59900200 for further information.

School Tour staff can also elaborate on how we encourage students to become more aware of their own abilities and interests. This selfknowledge leads to more informed student subject selection and prompts greater motivation for students to succeed in their chosen pathways.

Cranbourne East Secondary School staff are dedicated to helping all our students strive for excellence.

For more information see our website (cesc.vic. edu.au) or follow us on Facebook (facebook. com/CranbourneEastSC).

CRANBOURNE EAST SECONDARY COLLEGE CESC OFFERS: • Individual Literacy and Numeracy support targeting both intervention and enhancement • Extensive student leadership opportunities • Comprehensive transition program • Broad Middle School program including high achiever and sport pathway options • Personalised VCE/VET/VCAL pathways • Continual impressive growth in VCE results SCHOOL TOURS / OPEN DAYS: Due to COVID restrictions all school tours are on hold, until further notice and advice from the Department of Education & Training.

Call (03) 59900200 for further information.

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Getting the best from and for our students Our Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s approach is to gradually broaden the boundaries of choice and responsibility as young people grow.

This takes place in an atmosphere consistent with our College Expectations that all members of our school community behave in a manner that is Safe, Respectful and Responsible.

believe in the provision of a positive environment with high expectations. We encourage a holistic education of students through academic and experienced based learning and we aim to provide our students with a broad array of academic and personal skills with which to launch into adult life.

Students who enrol in Year 7 are provided with a strong pastoral care program that operates between Years 7-10.

We take pride in providing both academic and applied learning pathways that lead to excellent choices in further study and/or employment.

We provide a dynamic learning environment that emphasises the importance of community and relationships. We strongly

For further information call the Cranbourne Secondary College on 5996 3544.

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Heritage College is a coeducational dual-campus school, providing excellence in Christian education From 3 & 4 year old Early Learning to Year 12, students at Heritage College are inspired to achieve their best academically, socially, emotionally and physically. of Education (VCE), Heritage College provides senior students an alternative pathway to their chosen vocation of Applied Learning (VCAL).

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Nossal Exceptional VICTORIAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S first fully academically selective coeducational Government High School, and one of only four academically selective high schools in the state. Nossal High School has been purpose designed to suit an adult, academically focused and highly aspirational cohort of students. The buildings are high tech. and ICT rich, mirroring features and approaches usually found in universities.

Nossal High School is committed to providing an innovative, inclusive and dynamic educational environment. We aim to challenge our students to be creative and critical thinkers with good communication skills and the resilience necessary to succeed in an ever-changing world. We aim to build their skills, self-confidence, leadership abilities and community spirit through a rigorous, but rich and varied curricular and co-curricular program. We want our graduates to be ambitious, ethical and responsible citizens who conduct themselves with humility and compassion.

When you choose a Victorian Selective Entry High School, you are ensuring your child has the opportunity for an exceptional education at one of only four schools exclusively designed for academically talented students. As proud government schools, each school has a unique

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We aim to challenge our students to be creative and critical thinkers with good communication skills and the resilience necessary to succeed in an ever-changing world. approach and a shared purpose in nurturing excellence in young adults from Years 9-12.

For further information about Nossal visit nossalhs.vic.edu.au Applications for Year 9 entry for the 2022 school year will open in February 2021.

NOSSAL HIGH SCHOOL TOURS AND INFORMATION NIGHT Principal tours run from 9.30am on specific dates throughout the year.

Bookings for these tours are available at www.trybooking.com/XKVK.

NOSSAL HIGH SCHOOL - BERWICK A co-educational, academically selective government school for highly able students in Years 9-12

Unique Opportunities.

Exceptional Futures.

As one of only four Victorian Selective Entry High Schools, we offer a broad range of curricular and co-curricular experiences and programs, strongly influenced by the students themselves who have an active and authentic voice in the running of the school. We offer significant sporting, creative, performing, musical, community, cultural, social, and leadership opportunities to our students alongside a comprehensive academic study program.

Applications for 2022 enrolment Open in February 2021 http://nossalhs.vic.edu.au/

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Visitors are welcome to attend school tours with the Principal, and information evenings are available throughout the year.

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Marian College MARIAN College seeks to provide young women with the opportunity to be educated within an environment that allows and encourages each person to develop fully as an individual, and as a community member. We educate 800 girls in a safe and secure environment; each girl knowing she will be cared for and supported, through our strong pastoral wellbeing structures.

We believe that learning and development should occur within a framework that values and engenders the principles of inclusiveness, justice, love and forgiveness.

We offer educational programs that are relevant, innovative and challenging. Curriculum is constantly renewed so that courses of study reflect the needs of our students. A wide range of options is available for students in the senior years, including VCE, VET and VCAL programs.

Strong academic results reflect the high expectations the College holds for students in their learning.

Our co-curricular program is designed to provide opportunities for students in sporting, cultural and academic areas. Many exciting and wonderful experiences are offered through groups such as Reading Club, Science Club, Bike Club, the Justice & Democracy Forum, the Marian Leo’s, and St Vincent de Paul.

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We value, encourage and recognise the diversity of many cultures and religions within the school, as both a reflection of the wider community and as a means of understanding the broader world.

Entering secondary school is an exciting stage of life and this transition is a period of adjustment for the individual student and their family. At Marian, we have a team of teachers working to ensure that each family experiences a deep sense of belonging.

This year, the College has a special focus on one of our Core Values, “Justice.” We will continue to reaffirm our commitment to giving witness to building an inclusive community where all people are welcomed, valued and belong.

We welcome you to join us for an Online TALK & TOUR until we can welcome you in person.

The online Talk & Tour will introduce you to Marian College, provide you with information about our College, programs, facilities, and our enrolment process. Tours are led by our Principal, or a member of our Staff Leadership Team. There will be opportunity for questions and answers at the end of the Talk & Tour.

For more information regarding Open Mornings and to request a Prospectus visit www.mariansw.catholic.edu.au

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Applications for Year 7 2022 are now open Limited places available for Years 8—12 2021

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Marymede Catholic College MARYMEDE Catholic College is a young and vibrant school community. We aspire, in the way of Mary, to give students a passion for life, a love of learning and a determination to be of service to others.

Our school is a Catholic, co-educational college located in the northern suburb of South Morang.

Through our mission and values, we are committed to recognising and developing the unique potential of every student, from Prep through to Year 12. As a result, our curriculum nurtures the individual to achieve fullness of life through a balanced emphasis on academic, spiritual, social, emotional and physical wellbeing.

We have the highest expectations for the personal behavior and academic effort of our students. We support them in their quest to aspire towards excellence in everything they do.

Our students grow and develop in a learning environment that promotes diversity and choice.

Teachers and facilities provide students with every opportunity to develop their own interests and skills. An education at Marymede incorporates the latest technology, delivered by educators who deeply care about student outcomes, within an environment that stimulates and encourages excellence.

Our new Materials and Technology Centre supports and strengthens our range of educational

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A complete education goes beyond the classroom. experiences in design and technologies, spanning both primary and secondary levels.

This new building expands our already extensive specialist facilities for wood-working, textiles, digital technologies, CAD and 3D printing as well as new curriculum opportunities.

A complete education goes beyond the classroom. We offer diverse co-curricular programs that enhance student learning and provide opportunities to discover new talents, foster passions and aspire towards excellence.

Discovery and participation in a range of sports is encouraged through our extensive facilities and programs. Vast opportunities exist to compete in inter-school sport competitions against other schools and at state and national levels.

At Marymede, we are committed to providing your child with a complete education. An education, which encompasses our catholic faith, extensive opportunities, technology rich learning experiences and builds competent and creative learners.

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EXPLORE THE OPPORTUNITIES. Visit us online or in person (conditions permitting) to discover the diversity and choice available at Marymede.

Marymede Catholic College 60 Williamsons Rd, South Morang (03) 9407 9000 registrar@marymede.vic.edu.au 12453199-SG30-20

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Applications of Enrolment are now being taken for Year 7 entry in 2022.

Being a student at Penola Catholic College is about being the very best version of yourself, shaped by the image of God and the example of St Mary of the Cross Mackillop.

It is evident in the amazing learning experiences available to students, whether they be in any of the Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 21st century learning areas or immersed in the cultures e of Italy or Japan as part of Penolaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s extensive extra-curricular opportunities.

For further information call, 03 9301 2777 or visit our website for the latest information regarding Principal Tours. www.penola.vic.edu.au

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At Penola Catholic College our curriculum reflects an understanding of our students at the various stages of their development and learning. Offering a rich and engaging curriculum through the provision of extensive ive subject offerings, outstanding music, sporting ng and artistic programs and the use of emergent gent technologies students are able to find and develop their real self and to celebrate the very best person they can be!

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Ringwood Secondary College RINGWOOD Secondary College (RSC) is a vibrant learning community that celebrates achievement and recognises the unique learning needs of each individual. Students are encouraged, challenged and inspired to achieve their personal best. The College enrolment is 1600 students supported with diverse differentiated curriculum programs, including VCE, VCAL and VET. The Year 7 ACE (Achievement, Commitment, Excellence) program for high ability students aims to engage and challenge students to reach their full intellectual, social and emotional potential within an enriched educational setting.

Our ‘Bounce’ explicit positive education model based on the tenets of positive psychology is well established with weekly delivery for every level of teaching the skills for building resilience and wellbeing.

RSC has extensive musical programs including bands and ensembles, singing groups, symphonic orchestra, College musical productions such as ‘The Wedding Singer’ and a Junior musical production. Co curricula activities include over twenty sports, performing arts tours, debating, Tournament of Minds, Youth in Philanthropy, VCE Ball, study groups, community service, Year 10 Central and Northern Territory tours, Year 9 interGREAT camp and student leadership programs. The House system has been extended into learning areas and further developed within year level ‘House’ activities.

Student agency is nurtured through student leadership with positions available across all year

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levels. The Student Representative Council, Ambassadors, and Year Level leaders operate in teams led by the Year 12 Prefects.

International tours provide many opportunities to experience new cultures. Experiences include, the triennial World Performing Arts Tour, the Nepal trek, the Greece/Italy/France Odyssey tour, and New Caledonia tours. The College embraces international cultures and accepts enrolments from fee-paying and exchange students. RSC has sister schools in England, France, China, Indonesia and Thailand.

RSC is proud of our parent involvement with the College Council and its sub-committees: PCTA, Music Association, Extra PArts and the Heritage and Alumni Group. Our Sporting Hall of Fame, Science Hall of Excellence and the Arts Hall of Achievement are complemented by the Heritage Hall of Fame, in recognising present and past student achievement. Our bollards, quilts, murals, sculptures, virtues pillars and ‘Ringwood Recalls’ reflect our College culture and spirit.

Ringwood Secondary College believes in inclusion, collaborative experiences and encourages students to think creatively, act compassionately and engage enthusiastically so, students achieve their personal best. World class school buildings provide stimulating, adaptable learning spaces set within a natural landscaped environment.

College tours will recommence early in 2021.

Please contact the College to register your interest.

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OPEN NIGHT Learning to be yourself • Learning to do Learning to think • Learning to live together

Ringwood Secondary College Fosters a learning community that caters for individual academic, physical, social and emotional needs.

Year 7 Open Night will be held on Tuesday, April 27th, 2021.

Please contact the College office or website for further details.

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To educate your children is a responsibility that we take very seriously. I am extremely proud to lead a school thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s core purpose is to create a safe and respectful learning environment that encourages self-awareness, resilience and personal best, as individuals prepare for their future pathway.

We are a school that has high academic and behavioural standards. We provide clear expectations regarding our students as learners and foster an environment of mutual respect of learning in and out of the classroom.

We achieve this by building quality relationships between all College community members and by the provision of a challenging and engaging curriculum that enables all students to develop their talent and excel in their learning.

As a certiďŹ ed Select Entry Accelerated Learning (SEAL) school we offer many challenging learning opportunities, as well as an industry based performing arts program.

Our students have the opportunity to be involved in a range of extra-curricular activities such as student and community leadership, public speaking, international experiences, dance, drama, sport, music, and visual arts.

Our school has a proud record of achievement, extending back to 1954, and we continue to empower young people to achieve their personal best and develop as global citizens.

Lisa Holt - Principal

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Our innovative house structure fosters a sense of connectedness and belonging within our school community.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the beginning of a new era for Rosebud Secondary College!

We invite you to see it for yourself.

245 Eastbourne Road, Rosebud 3939 Phone: 5986 8595 | www.rsc.vic.edu.au

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A STEP TOWARD SUCCESS APPLICATION FORMS DUE THURSDAY 6TH MAY TESTING THURSDAY 20TH MAY At Rosehill Secondary College, the Science Department is equipped with state-of-the-art technology.

This allows teachers to provide a unique experience in STEM education. STEM education is an interdisciplinary approach to learning that removes the traditional barriers separating the four disciplines of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. When these fields are brought together, more meaningful learning can take place. STEM integrates these subjects into real world learning experiences. One such example involved our Environmental Science students who collected and analysed data from our local creek system, Steele Creek. The data that was used by the EPA to assess the health of the creek, after an environmental spill contaminated the water. Our data was used as a reference point by the EPA. To further enhance our outstanding work in STEM, 2021 will see the opening of our 4.5 million architecturally designed state of the art STEM centre.

Students have and will continue to participate in the following STEM experiences: • Engineers without Borders Conferences – Where students have designed solutions to current global humanitarian problems.

• Robogals - An international non-profit that inspires and encourages female students to consider Engineering.

• In2Science – Science and Maths peer mentoring in the classroom by current University Science Students.

• Robotics Program – High tech coding and programming digital technologies with the use of robotic spheres.

• Use of multiple 3D printers- incorporating fusion 360 CAD software to design and develop real products.

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Our students are also provided with opportunities to extend their knowledge and inspire their curiosity of STEM by attending various programs outside of the school. These programs include: • Endeavor Engineering – Students have the opportunity to meet with Melbourne University students presenting their final year projects.

• Meeting with Scientific experts – Students have meet with esteemed individuals such as: - Elizabeth Blackburn (Nobel Prize Winner for her work with chromosomes) - James Watson (Nobel Prize winner for his discovery of the structure of DNA) and, - David Suzuki (International-renounced Geneticist and Environmentalist).

• Specialist Science days - Offered by Melbourne University, GTAC, Victoria University ‘Be a Chemist for a day’ and • Regular use of specialist scientific centers – At facilities such as Ecolinc, GTAC, VSSEC and La Trobe University.

STEM students from Rosehill Secondary College will have the opportunity to embark on the ultimate STEM educational experience of their lives visiting the National Astronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Centre in Orlando, Florida, USA. Students will: • Participate in a simulated Space Shuttle Mission and space-related STEM activities.

• Learn hands-on about the science of space travel.

• Tour the Kennedy Space Centre.

• Hear real-life stories from a shuttle astronaut.

• Experience the new home of Space Shuttle Atlantis.

• Possibly attend a real life launch In addition to the program at Kennedy Space Centre students attending the camp will also: • Investigate the physics and design process of rides at Universal Studios.

• Use iFLY’s unique vertical wind tunnel facility to indoor skydive and carry out a scientific investigation.

• Experience an Airboat Discovery Tour through the unaltered wilderness of the Central Florida Everglades.

• Attend a NBA basketball game in Orlando

Sapphire Street, Niddrie 3042 Ph: 9337 2488 www.rosehillsc.vic.edu.au/step

St Helena Secondary College ST Helena Secondary College is a vibrant school community located in Eltham North. The College is committed to fostering the growth of the whole child. We have a proud history of excellence in education and our vision is to develop wellrounded global citizens, who are equipped to thrive and contribute positively in the digital age.

Our College values of Respect, Responsibility and Personal Best create a strong sense of connectedness in what is a safe, supportive and stimulating personalised learning environment.

St Helena Secondary College is a high-demand school and the school of choice for many families.

We know the transition from Primary School to Secondary School can be as daunting as it is exciting, especially in the current climate we are in.

Our highly experienced Transition team partner with families, students and Primary Schools to facilitate a smooth transition to our stand-alone Year 7 Junior School, quickly establishing new students as an integral part of our community.

All students engage in our ‘Strive’ program which is central to our vision of ‘growing the whole child’. The Strive program consists of three streams – Learning Skills, Positivity and Pathways.

Students explore age-appropriate curriculum aimed at developing their academic ability, social and emotional skills, and connectedness to an individualised pathway.

Our Year 7 and 8 students are involved in a cluster-based learning model in English and Mathematics, which supports learning and intervention at every students’ point of need. This involves pre-testing students at the commencement of each topic, forming groupings based on skill proficiency - at, below, or above expected level and teaching, intervening and assessing at students’ zone of proximal development in order to advance the entire cohort across all ability levels.

Our ACE program caters for the educational needs of gifted and talented students. It ensures these students are engaged, challenged and supported to achieve their full potential. ACE students remain together in the first three years of secondary school, accelerating through an enhanced curriculum. In Year 10, ACE students can commence their VCE by completing one or two VCE subjects, and may be able to study a university subject via our HEVS program in their final year.

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Our ACE program caters for the educational needs of gifted and talented students.

Our award-winning instrumental music program consists of over 220 students (and growing) who regularly compete (and consistently win awards) in the Victorian School Music Festivals and Generations of Jazz Festival. We have a proud tradition of performance including musicals, plays, drama ensemble performances and music concerts. Our dedicated Performing Arts team have been recognised for their excellence in being nominated for and winning several Victorian Music Theatre Guild Awards and Lyrebird Theatre Awards.

Aspiring athletes are able to hone their skills and maximise their potential in our Sports Academy program (Basketball and Netball) and the Athlete Development Program. These programs focus on enhancing student learning in the areas of Technical Skill Development; Tactical and Strategic Development; Strength and Conditioning; Injury Prevention; Match Preparation; and Recovery.

Students are offered an extensive range of camps and international tours, including (but not limited to): the Year 8 Rock and Water Camp, where students develop self-awareness, selfrespect and self-confidence to prepare them for young adulthood; an immersive cultural experience to Italy; an opportunity to support economic and social development in a Third World country on the World Challenge; a visit to NASA as part of the Space Camp; or an opportunity to see the bright lights of Hollywood and Broadway on our Performing Arts tour.

Owing to our significant size and resourcing, students at St Helena Secondary College are fortunate to be able to select from one of the largest ranges of VCE and VET subjects of any school in Victoria. Each year we are able to offer approximately 40 VCE and VET subjects in the senior years, ensuring any and all pathway interest is catered for.

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Scoresby Secondary College EVERY child has a gift, a particular skill, a special something that can make a difference – to their own lives, to the lives of those around them and to the future of the world. And every child has the potential and deserves the opportunity to be their brilliant best.

At Scoresby Secondary College, we believe in providing a learning environment that appreciates and nurtures each and every child’s individual brilliance and inspires them to make a difference in our global community.

We are about inspiring confidence Inspiring confidence in our parents – knowing that their child is safe and nurtured as a whole person.

Inspiring confidence in our community – knowing we are building confident and capable citizens.

Inspiring confidence in our tertiary providers and employers – knowing that our students have the best foundations for life ahead.

And most importantly inspiring confidence in our students to be the best they can be and make a difference in our global community.

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Sunbury Downs College SUNBURY Downs College is a Year 7 to 12 coeducational Secondary College situated in the regional town of Sunbury. We are a growing College with a student enrolment of approximately 700. The College offers the very best in teaching and learning with highly capable and professional teachers and education support staff working alongside students to help them reach their potential.

Students at the College belong to one of two mini schools: Middle Years (Year 7-9) and Later Years (Year 10-12). Within each Mini School, Year Level coordinators work with home group teachers and classroom teachers to ensure that their school experience is positive.

Supporting the Mini Schools is our Student Wellbeing team, which consists of a fulltime Youth Worker, a College Chaplain (pastoral care), a team leader and an Adolescent Health School Nurse (2 days per week). A newly appointed Mental Health Practitioner will commence in Term 4 at 2 ½ days per week. Our Learning Support team and Inclusion Coordinator also advocate and support students at the College.

Our College values of Respect, Resilience, Ambition and Community underpin our day-today interactions with each other and guide the interactions of all key stakeholders of the College – students, parents/carers and staff.

We have consistently achieved outstanding VCE results at or above the State mean.

Sunbury Downs College was the recipient of The Age VCE Excellence in Education Award for the Northern Region in 2018.

“We are known for setting the benchmark in outstanding teaching and learning, with excellent results for students in their final years of schooling” The College is making it a priority to improve our buildings and facilities, which further enhance the teaching and learning program for students.

We have recently completed two major capital works building programs, which have upgraded and modernised the Science, Physical Education and Student Hub areas of the College. The brand new state of the art Dulap Wilim Hub (shared community facility) encompasses two commercial teaching kitchens for use by Sunbury Downs College students.

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teaching spaces have also been upgraded.

Our curriculum program has a strong emphasis on each of the eight domain areas: English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Arts (Visual and Performing), Technology, Physical Education/Health and Languages (Italian). We offer a wide range of VCE subjects including Vocational Education and Training (VET), a structured and rigorous Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) program and have introduced the Headstart Program. The College is the only secondary school in the area that offers an Accelerated Curriculum and Enrichment (ACE) program for academically able students; extending students through a challenging curriculum including early commencement of VCE. Sunbury Downs College offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities and an inter-school sporting program for students to participate in.

There are year level and specialised camps and excursions, including an overseas Italian Study Tour every second year.

The College has a well-established student leadership program and a house system with whole school carnivals for athletics and swimming. Students are allocated to one of the four Houses (Aitken, Evans, Jackson, Mitchell) when they enroll at the College and remain aligned to their house until the end of Year 12.

Sunbury Downs College offers instrumental music tuition and presents a highly acclaimed Musical Production, enabling students to excel in the Performing Arts in an environment that fosters participation, responsibility and teamwork outside the classroom.

Our College is proud to be in partnership with its community and organisations so as to offer and provide the very best for our students. Our feeder schools, local businesses and community agencies are important stakeholders in our college community. We acknowledge that it is the links with the outside world that extends the offerings for our students and community.

I recommend that you contact the school to obtain further information and I look forward to you joining our community – the Sunbury Downs Community.

Warwick Beynon, Principal

Sunbury Downs College ‘Confidence to Achieve’ • VCE results consistently at or above state average • A safe, inclusive and secure learning environment • Supporting student’s wellbeing by understanding the needs of each child • Recently modernised & upgraded facilities • Accelerated Curriculum & Enrichment (ACE) program • Students are known and cared for as individuals • Broad extra curricular program

Our work is underpinned by our College values;

Respect | Resilience | Ambition | Community A co-educational school with dedicated teachers who implement innovative ideas to stimulate learning

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Creating futures West Campus 25A Lachlan Road, Sunshine West

North Campus Northumberland Road, Sunshine North

Sunshine College is proud of its reputation for producing positive and resilient students, well prepared with the breadth of outlook and the essential learning skills they will need to become successful citizens in a rapidly changing global community.

Everything that encompasses Sunshine Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s educational experience is guided by our vision, values and culture.

Vision: As a school community we take pride in Creating Futures through a caring environment that enhances academic learning, personal growth and wellbeing for all students and staff.

Culture: Our culture is collaborative, inclusive and aspirational.

Teachers, students and parents work together to ensure every student achieves their full potential and creates a meaningful future.

Our values of Growth, Learning, Wellbeing and Relationships form the bedrock for what happens inside the classroom and drives the expectations of every Sunshine College student.

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Taylors Lakes Secondary College TAYLORS Lakes Secondary College is a single campus, co-educational 7 to 12 Leading School in the Western Suburbs of Melbourne.

From the day it opened its doors in 1992 to the Brimbank community, the college has delivered outstanding, vibrant and innovative education.

We believe the success of our students is a result of carefully developed educational programs delivered by a highly qualified and committed staff in a positive learning environment in which all students are challenged and supported.

This is underpinned by a strong code of conduct, compulsory uniform and high expectations.

A positive and responsible approach to education fosters values of trust, tolerance and respect for others.

The structure of the college is based on a Junior Subschool (Years 7 & 8), Middle Subschool (Years 9 & 10) and Senior Subschool ( Years 11 & 12).

All students in the junior and middle years of schooling undertake all subjects across all domains.

There is also literacy and numeracy support programs offered in the Junior and Middle years, enhancement programs, including the LEAP Program, and a Football Academy within Health and Physical Education.

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From the day it opened its doors in 1992 to the Brimbank community, the college has delivered outstanding, vibrant and innovative education.

Taylors Lakes continues to create vibrant indoor and outdoor learning spaces. The college has built a new flexible learning centre, new inclusion centre, new library, study facilities, meetings, offices, additional IT classrooms, new performing arts centre, new futsal (soccer) courts and new canteen/eating shelter in the last few years to support the development of a challenging, innovative and enriched curriculum at each level.

Within every classroom, we provide every child, every opportunity to succeed.

With strong leadership, extensive guidance, counselling and tutoring, our students are inspired to aim high.

We are very proud of our students and their results.

REWARD YOUR CHILD’S EDUCATION WITH AN OUTSTANDING SECONDARY COLLEGE Students At Taylors Lakes Secondary College Experience: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Year 7 - 12 on one campus A strong tradition of excellent VCE results A challenging, academic and diverse curriculum, catering for individual student needs Comprehensive VCE, VET and VCAL programs Learning Enhancement & Advancement Program (LEAP) Strong Literacy and Numeracy Testing Programs Strong Enrichment and Tutorials Programs A BYOD Learning Program (Netbook) for all students A Football (AFL and Soccer) Academy as part of Health and Physical Education Performing Arts Program including Instrumental Music, Dance and School Production The opportunity to take part in an Accelerated VCE Studies Program A safe and caring environment Student Leadership and extensive Co-Curricular Programs Targeted programs at Year 7 to aid the transition of students A supportive Careers Vocational Education program, including the placement of all students in tertiary or employment positions

TAYLORS LAKES SECONDARY COLLEGE T For further information telephone:9390 3130 Email: taylors.lakes.sc@education.vic.gov.au SCHOOL TOURS EVERY WEDNESDAY MORNING AT 9:30AM OR BY APPOINTMENT. SC 12458790-FA45-20

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In 2021 we will be introducing a SEAL (Select Entry Accelerated Learning) Program for high achieving students. This is part of our Deep Learning Pathway, an exciting new extension program which extends to Year 10. The Deep Learning Pathway is designed to allow academically ready students to specialise their learning in certain subject areas, with a rigorous curriculum that includes challenging content and inquiry-based learning. Students can also accelerate into VCE at Year 10.

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Our AVID and study skills program, Music and Performing Arts program, Sports Academy, Debating and School Leadership programs add to the many opportunities available at VUSC. Our newly revised Year 9 curriculum allows students to access more electives, an inquiry learning subject and a greater focus on real world engagement. Our interschool sports program is comprehensive and our Rugby League Academy has seen enormous success in Victoria. We are one of only two schools in Victoria to compete in the Tier 1 Schoolboys Australia-wide competition.

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CARING for others STRIVING for excellence LEARNING for life Wellington Secondary College is a large, single campus multi-cultural and co-educational school, located in the City of Monash.

The school prides itself on its modern 21st Century facilities which include two gymnasiums, a Performing Arts complex (including a 288-seat theatre), and designated Visual Arts, Technology and Science teaching spaces. The grounds also include a reflective forum, basketball and netball courts and an oval.

In 2019, we opened our beautiful centrepiece - the ‘Vanellus Centre’ - a new, double-storey Administration Hub, Library Resource and 21st Century Learning Centre.

Our Building Master Plan will be completed at the end of 2021 with the opening of our remodelled STEM and Wellbeing Centres.

Current enrolment is approximately 1950 students, drawn from a wide section of the south-eastern suburbs. In line with

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our commitment to multi-culturalism and global learning, our student cohort includes over 90 students in the International Student Program.

Wellington provides an approved curriculum framework, based upon the Victorian Curriculum. We value and incorporate student voice and agency in our lesson narrative which is differentiated to cater for individual student needs.

Senior students may study a wide range of Victorian CertiďŹ cate of Education (VCE) subjects and the Victorian CertiďŹ cate of Applied Learning (VCAL). Students are able to access Vocational Education and Training (VET) subjects off-site. Due to the multicultural nature of the community, many students pursue the community language option through Victorian School of Languages (VSL) or other providers.

Please refer to the College Website, https://www.wellingtonsc.vic.edu.au/, for further information about the school and for the arrangements for Open Night in 2021, when they become available.

You may also like to access a Virtual Tour at https://360.tspvic.com.au/wsc3170/

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Continued from page 56 “Like it or not, grades play many important roles, including signalling student performance, knowledge and skills, helping motivate students, and enabling employers to make hiring decisions.

“With the pandemic exacerbating social and educational inequalities, our ethical obligation as a society is to provide students with the resources that enable them to take assessment tasks and succeed, not to scrap our checks and balances.

“We can, and should, work to create pandemicresilient schools that are equipped to help students perform to their best.”

Professor John Fischetti, University of Newcastle – “We should take the debilitating pressure off our amazing teens” John Fischetti is Pro Vice Chancellor of the Faculty of Education and Arts of the University of Newcastle, and past President of the NSW Council of Deans of Education. He is an expert on equity in education. He and his colleagues recently made headlines with a study suggesting it was possible to accurately predict students’ HSC grades using such factors as their Year 12 subject choices, Year 9 NAPLAN scores, and Year 11 attendance.

Professor Fischetti believes this research provides a solution to the unfair impact of COVID-19 on students finishing Year 12 this year.

“One of the biggest disruptions to ‘normal’ this year has been the pandemic’s impact on our amazing year 12 students’ preparation for the HSC,” says Professor Fischetti. “Learning from home and the extra mental strains of our societywide focus on our COVID-19 response has led many to worry about disadvantaging our graduating class in their post-secondary pathways.”

“Our recent research at the University of Newcastle shows that we are over-thinking this disruption. We already know with quite amazing accuracy what year 12 students’ HSC scores will be after year 11. We can arrive at this by looking at data on their learning and progress through the previous 12 years of schooling.

According to Professor Fischetti, the pressure of HSC exams isn’t necessary for four reasons: 1. We can pretty much predict their scores 2. There are already multiple pathways to TAFE and University that leave every goal a student has still on the table

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3. 20% of our students don’t complete the HSC anyway 4. 40% of Australia’s poorest 19 year olds don’t finish Year 12, compared with about 10% of the wealthiest.

“We should take the debilitating pressure off our amazing teens,” he says. “And we should use this time to redesign the senior years to prepare students to be life-ready rather than test-ready.”

Dr Fernando Marmolejo-Ramos, UniSA – “The challenge isn’t algorithms as such, but what happens when they usurp the teacher” Fernando researches human-artificial cognition, drawing on experimental work and cognitive psychology. He says that AI technologies’ increasing use across society streamlines decisions and enables individuals to cope with large amounts of data. But there’s a big problem when they are used to replace, rather than assist, human decisionmaking.

“AI isn’t foreign to the education sector. Virtual learning environments, intelligent tutor systems, and adaptive feedback are already being used. In those cases, AI supports human use of technology rather than acting as a decision maker. People are more comfortable when AI is used to support decision making by a human (i.e., the teacher).

“For instance, students’ assessment has traditionally been done by teachers, whose knowledge of students is reflected in the final grade. Automating this process can be calamitous, as indicated by the 2020 year 12 UK assessment.

“The algorithm used recently in the UK aimed at standardising grades using a statistical equation.

That is, the algorithm produced estimations of the grades students were likely to receive based on their school background and the like, and students’ grades were altered to fit those estimations.

“The result was negative for many students, resulting in a loss of university placements. The challenge isn’t algorithms as such, but what happens when they usurp the teacher. What we need is a collaboration between the algorithmic suggestion and the judgement of a human to make the final decision.”

To find out more about the MCERA organisation (Media Centre for Education Research), contact info@mcera.org.au

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Whittlesea Secondary College Vision: “ To empower students to become successful, confident and responsible contributors in a 21st century community” Set amongst 30 acres with exceptional modern facilities, Whittlesea Secondary College delivers exciting, diverse and innovative curriculum.

At Whittlesea Secondary College we value student empowerment and choice, fostering strong student leadership. Students are encouraged to use their knowledge to build personalised pathways for their future and embrace a collective understanding of the world we live. Our purpose is to empower students so that they ‘take control’ of their learning and their lives. We work together to help them find and use their voice, discover and enhance their passions and foster the growth and development of the whole person. We believe each student can thrive and contribute in the rapidly changing 21st century world.

Our philosophy is that students learn best and are better prepared for the challenges of life when they take ownership of their choices. They take control of their decision making, learning pathways and learning methods.

Education is not ‘done to them’, we are active partners in learning.

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Whittlesea SECONDARY COLLEGE Senior students have opportunities to pursue diverse pathways in VCE/VET/VCAL and School Based Apprenticeships, leading to further education in University/ TAFE and vocational pathways.

With a dedicated VCE centre and outstanding Trade Training Centre on site to deliver Automotive, Engineering, Building and Construction VET courses, our young people have multiple options for success.

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Wyndham Central College THE first nationally recognised AVID Site of Distinction (2019).

Wyndham Central College is proudly preparing the leaders of tomorrow to be agile, innovative and creative problem solvers, through a range of excellent education programs and teaching strategies.

AVID Wyndham Central College is the first secondary school in Australia to attain “Site of Distinction” AVID Certification.

AVID is a schoolwide program that uses research-based, best teaching and learning strategies to actively engage the student in their learning. While all students at Wyndham Central College area AVID students, it is also offered as an elective from Year 9 - Year 12.

AVID helps all students to believe that they can achieve. It provides students with the tools, skills and knowledge to be successful students and to be university, work and career ready.

STEM Wyndham Central College has a STEM Academy.

The STEM Academy’s curriculum has been designed by a team of highly qualified teachers and industry experts.

Students entering the STEM Academy will participate in cutting edge specialist programs that include: Robotics and Coding - Electronics 3D Printing - Engineering - 3D Modelling and Gaming. Students work with Industry and the Wyndham Tech School at Victoria University to gather and process data to solve real life and potential issues in the community and beyond.

Enrichment At Wyndham Central College, our Enrichment Program provides an optimal learning environment to address the unique social, emotional, and academic needs of students that display a talent in a particular area.

The program extends enrichment opportunities for students both within and beyond the classroom. All students in the Enrichment Program develop a Project over the course of each year. The project centres on developing an authentic product or performance, and allows students to build excellence in a real-world context. Enrichment experiences are interwoven into the student’s existing program with extra-

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Wyndham Central College’s mission is to develop achievement opportunities and prepare all students for postsecondary education... curricular activities playing an important role in supporting student’s talent development.

Spanish Immersion Program (SIP) The Spanish Immersion bilingual program (SIP) at Wyndham Central Secondary College is a wellresearched approach for promoting bi-literacy, bilingualism, and biculturalism for students. The underlying goal is to prepare students to be global citizens with abilities to listen, speak, read, and write in two languages.

Our students develop an appreciation for the second most used language and their cultures in a rigorous academic program that extends students language skills and vocabulary whilst completing a percentage of their core subjects including mathematics, science and humanities in Spanish.

Wyndham Central College’s mission is to develop achievement opportunities and prepare all students for post-secondary education, skills development and work readiness so they can participate in a global community as productive citizens.

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AVIDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mission is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for University readiness and success in a global society.

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Yarra Hills Secondary College YARRA HILLS Secondary College is a multicampus government secondary school in the outer eastern suburbs of Melbourne, Victoria Australia. Our two campuses are located at Mt Evelyn and Mooroolbark. Both campuses offer a year 7-10 + 11-12 career pathway program onsite.

Current enrolments are around 900 students and have been rising over the last four years.

The Mt Evelyn Campus typically accepts students from the local Mt Evelyn area, nearby Lilydale, Silvan and towns further down the Warburton Highway in the Yarra Valley, including such areas as Wandin, Seville, Woori Yallock and beyond. Students attending this campus progress to the Mooroolbark Campus for their senior studies. Bus transport is made available to do this.

The Mooroolbark Campus directly serves the Mooroolbark, Lilydale, Kilsyth, Montrose, Croydon and Bayswater areas. Direct local transport exists linking each of these areas to the campus through either the Cambridge Rd/ Hawthory Rd bus stops at the rear of the school or Hull Rd and Mooroolbark Station near the main entrance.

Yarra Hills has an extensive online curriculum available through the use of ‘Moodle’, which is accessible to staff, students and parents. This provides students with 24/7 access to classwork, revision and assessment materials. As well as providing a differentiated curriculum to challenge students at all academic levels, Yarra Hills has also created an online extension program that allows students who are identified as ‘well above’ standard levels to undertake further instruction in a series of rich, open-ended learning tasks.

With the recent opening of the Yarra Ranges ‘Tech School’ Discovery Centre at Lilydale Lakeside, Yarra Hills has been one of a select group of schools to help develop and access specialist programs in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) available on the site.

Yarra Hills is renowned for providing a wide selection of pathways for all students, successfully offering a large complement of VCE studies, with students in the most recent graduating group receiving placements in a large range of postsecondary institutions, including the coveted Medicine and Law.

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VET (Vocational Education & Training) and VCAL (Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning) School Based Apprenticeship Training is also available, with Yarra Hills being the Lead School for the atEast VCAL consortium. atEAST currently provides work for around 250 students from 10 schools across the Eastern Region of Melbourne. Yarra Hills’ students in this program regularly receive industry awards for excellence.

Yarra Hills has an extensive Performing Arts program, including several highly successful Concert Bands led by the Director of the Australian Youth Band, Mr Richard O’Toole.

These groups perform regularly across the state and in alternate years undertake an international tour. Additionally, we have singing troupes and an excellent annual College Production which involves a large number of students.

The Outdoor Education Program is also renowned throughout the wider community, providing students the opportunity to experience learning beyond the classroom. The College has its own buses, canoes/kayaks, diving/snorkelling gear and a full set of camping/hiking equipment.

A Scholarship Program also is offered at Year 7 level in the areas of Academic, Performing Arts, Visual Arts and Sporting Excellence. Applications for these are available through the Campus Offices, or at our College Information Nights.

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Yarra Hills Secondary College offers 2 campuses • Mount Evelyn Campus - years 7 - 12 • Mooroolbark Campus - years 7 - 12

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The College offers an extended online curriculum available through the use of ‘Moodle’ providing students with 24/7 access to classwork, revision & assessment materials.

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Yarra Hills caters for a wide-variety of learners through our extensive music program, our STEAM-based learning at Year 8, our languages program and our highly successful Transition Program.

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The College offers a comprehensive VET & VCAL programs as well as school based apprenticeships.

Please call the Campus Office to organise a tour

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Locality Guide EAST Bayswater Secondary College ............................... 8 & 9 Camberwell High School ................................................19 Highvale Secondary College ........................................29 Lilydale High School ............................................. 40 & 41 Ringwood Secondary College ............................72 & 73 Yarra Hills Secondary College ..................... 102 & 103 BAYSIDE Bentleigh Secondary College ............................. 10 & 11 John Paul College .....................................................38 & 39 Rosebud Secondary College................................74 & 75 SOUTH EAST Casey Grammar ................................................................... 57 Cranbourne East Secondary College ............ 58 & 59 Cranbourne Secondary College .................................. 61 Dandenong High School ......................................48 & 49 Haileybury .................................6, 7, 46, 47 & Back cover Hampton Park Secondary College .................29 & 30 Heritage College........................................................62 & 63 Lakeside College .................................................................. 44 Lyndale Secondary College ................................ 50 & 51 Noble Park Secondary College ......................... 52 & 53 Nossal High School .................................................64 & 65 Scoresby Secondary College .............................. 82 & 83 St Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College ............................................................. 76 Wellington Secondary College .........................92 & 93 Westall Secondary College ............................................95

Essendon-Keilor College ...................................... 26 & 27 Hoppers Crossing Secondary College ....... 30 & 31 Hume Central Secondary College .................. 34 & 35 Mackillop College............... Front cover, 2, 3, 42 & 43 Marian College ...........................................................66 & 67 Rosehill Secondary College .........................77, 78 & 79 Sunshine Secondary College ............................. 86 & 87 Taylors Lakes Secondary College ...................88 & 89 Victoria University Secondary College ......90 & 91 Wyndham Central College............................. 100 & 101 NORTH WEST Bundoora Secondary College ...................... 15, 16 & 17 Marymede Catholic College .............................68 & 69 Mill Park Secondary College ........................................ 70 Sunbury Downs Secondary College .............. 84 & 85 MELBOURNE Coburg High School ............................................... 20 & 21

NORTH John Fawkner College............................................ 36 & 37 Penola College ........................................................................71 NORTH EAST Craigieburn Secondary College....................... 22 & 23 Hume Anglican Grammar................................... 32 & 33 St Helena Secondary College ............................ 80 & 81 St Monicaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College, Epping .................................. 4 & 5 Whittlesea Secondary College..........................96 & 97 William Ruthven Secondary College............98 & 99 WEST Braybrook College .................................................... 12 & 13 CRC St Albans ............................................................ 24 & 25 Secondary Education

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Contents Bayswater Secondary College ........................... 8 & 9 Bentleigh Secondary College ........................ 10 & 11 Braybrook Secondary College ...................... 12 & 13 Bundoora Secondary College ................. 15, 16 & 17 Camberwell High School ............................................ 19 Casey Grammar ................................................................. 57 Coburg High School ........................................... 20 & 21 Craigieburn Secondary College ................. 22 & 23 Cranbourne East Secondary College ....... 58 & 59 Cranbourne Secondary College .............................. 61 CRC St Albans ........................................................ 24 & 25 Dandenong High School ................................. 48 & 49 Education after Covid ....................................... 56 & 94 Essendon-Keilor College ................................. 26 & 27 Focus on the cities of Greater Dandenong & Casey ...................................................................................................... 45 Grossek’s View ........................................................ 14 & 18 Haileybury ............................ 6, 7, 46, 47 & back cover Heritage College .................................................. 62 & 63 Highvale Secondary College ................................... 29 Hoppers Crossing Secondary College .... 30 & 31 Hume Anglican Grammar ............................. 32 & 33 Hume Central Secondary College ............. 34 & 35 John Fawkner College ...................................... 36 & 37 John Paul College ................................................ 38 & 39 Lakeside College ............................................................. 44 Lilydale High School ......................................... 40 & 41 Locality Listing ............................................................... 105 Lyndale Secondary College ............................ 50 & 51 Mackillop College .......... Front cover, 2, 3, 42 & 43 Map – City of Casey ........................................................ 55 Map – City of Greater Dandenong ....................... 54 Marian College ...................................................... 66 & 67 Marymede Catholic College ......................... 68 & 69 Mill Park Secondary College ................................... 70 Noble Park Secondary College ..................... 52 & 53 Noone Imagewear ........................................................ 107

Nossal High School ............................................ 64 & 65 Penola Catholic College .............................................. 71 Ringwood Secondary College ....................... 72 & 73 Rosebud Secondary College .......................... 74 & 75 Rosehill Secondary College ...................... 77, 78 & 79 Scoresby College .................................................. 82 & 83 St Helena Secondary College ........................ 80 & 81 St Joseph’s College ........................................................ 76 St Monica’s College, Epping ............................... 4 & 5 Sunbury Downs Secondary College ......... 84 & 85 Sunshine College ................................................. 86 & 87 Taylors Lakes Secondary College .............. 88 & 89 Victoria School Guides Website ............................ 60 Victoria University Secondary College ... 90 & 91 Wellington Secondary College .................... 92 & 93 Westall Secondary College ....................................... 95 Whittlesea Secondary College .................... 96 & 97 William Ruthven Secondary College ...... 98 & 99 Wyndham Central College ........................ 100 & 101 Yarra Hills Secondary College ................. 102 & 103

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