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MAC News
September 2017
empowering students
Principal’s Message
and Ms Runci (VCE English and that work will also commence on our
Literature). Interviews will continue environmental adventure playground
this week. Thank you to Ms Swagata in early November. Both projects
Rudra (Maths/Science) for her work should be completed by the end of
with supporting students. Next term, year.
we will welcome Mr Andrew Stewart
(Maths/Science). Thank you to everyone involved in
Course Counselling last week. This is
Twelve months ago, I wrote to Minister an exciting time for students and vital
Merlino proposing the purchase to our planning process for next year.
of 177A Mount Alexander Road, The number and variety of subjects
currently operating as AJ Automotive. and courses on offer to students
Our school site is extremely small keeps on growing. We now offer 158
and a growing school requires more study options for students. In 2018,
space. The potential purchase of the Graduates will have the opportunity
land, combined with our existing car to access an Alternative Entry
park would enable the construction Program to Swinburne University. This
Values: Excellence, Community, of a multi-storey building. In June program enables students to study
Engagement, Integrity this year, I wrote to Minister again, on campus at the university during
requesting that he reconsider his Year 12. Successful completion of all
As the busy Term 3 draws to close, earlier decision not to purchase the learning tasks guarantees a student
it is important to reflect on our site. Danny Pearson MP, our local into any course offered by Swinburne.
many successes. Every day MAC is member has suggested that our local A special thanks to our timetabler Ms
buzzing. We have highly passionate council could purchase for a shared Jackson for hard work in preparing the
and committed staff that are keen facility use with the school. I am very blocks for the timetable.
to make a difference in the lives of keen to consider a shared community
young people. There are constant facility, but I struggle to understand Recently, MAC welcomed Veronica
demands to attend a tour of MAC; why the purchase of the land is the Snook, CEO of Maribyrnong and
interest is from prospective families responsibility of the local council Moonee Valley LLEN, as our Principal
with children in primary school and rather than the state government. for a Day. This program supports and
in other secondary schools. We have promotes community partnership with
also had visits from staff from three I urge families to attend a Community school. Thank Veronica for your visit
schools in South Australia and one in Forum on Saturday 23 September and for finding out more about the
Queensland who were keen to find at 10.30am at the Farnham Street great work of our students and staff.
out more about the new and exciting Neighbourhood Learning Centre (28
learning opportunities for students. Farnham Street, Flemington) and Last week student in Entry and Above
Demand for our Entry level (Year 7) have your say about our community. Entry spent two days immersed in
places continues to rise. There is a activities in the CBD as part of our
significant increase in demand for Early next term building works will Urban Experience Program. Activities
Entry-level enrolments for 2018. commence on our multi-purpose included ice skating, Vic Market, Old
synthetic grass sports court. We will Melbourne goal, Scavenger hunt,
I am pleased to announce that the use locally raised funds to build our Media and Melbourne University,
following Teaching Staff have been new facilities. The court will facilitate a Melbourne Star and an interactive Art
made ‘on-going’ or permanent staff variety of sports including futsal, tennis, Tour and more.
at MAC. Mr Sosnowski (Music/Maths), volleyball and hockey. Two practice
Mr Dal Forno (Studio Arts/Food Tech), cricket nets and storage facilities will Continued Page 2...
Ms Seed (English/literacy Intervention) be attached to the courts. I anticipate
Inside
Page 2: Events Page 5: Osamah Sami Visit
MAC Parents & Friends Story Slams
Page 3: Term 4 Events Urban Experience
Page 4: Ardoch Youth Foundation Page 6 & 7: House News
Pathway Counselling for Year 12 Page 8: Sports News
2017 Fees Due Pages 9 & 10: School Event Notices
Pages 11 & 12: Community notices & Advertising
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September 2017 empowering students
Principal’s message continued...
Events Last weekend Macadie (2017 Graduate) everyone at the school is committed to all
performed in the Choir in this years’ State students and that the staff enjoy being part of
See the Term 4 School Spectacular. Macadie has work this school. I observed this at the student-led
diligently attending many hours of rehearsals conferences which provided a very positive
Events calendar throughout the year. What an amazing atmosphere for all involved and teachers
for your fridge on opportunity. Congratulations and well done. listened to ideas from students in how to
We are very proud of you! extend or enhance their learning even
Page 3 further within a subject context, for example
Thanks for the feedback from parents on the providing more experiments in the science
Parent Survey. The results are reaffirming of class.”
the work that we have been doing across the
school as a result of the team effort. Here is a “My child loves MAC!”
VCE Music Night sample of some of the parent comments:
“I am impressed by the way Mount Alexander
19 Sept 6.00pm “This is my first year as a parent of a student College continues to evolve and improve. I’m
attending MAC, my child is the happiest he grateful to have such a fantastic local school
has ever been in relation to attending school where my kids feel supported and engaged
and engaged in his learning. This engagement in their learning.”
MAC Parents & is from the commitment and support of the
Friends leadership staff, teachers, and other staff at Practise exams for Unit 3 & 4 VCE students
Family Games the school and I would like to acknowledge will take place during the first week of the
this and thank them. My child has taken holidays. Wishing all students and staff a safe
Night up additional learning opportunities and and restful break. Classes resume for Term 4
19 Sept 6.00pm experiences that are in addition to classroom on Monday 9 October.
learning, which provide more life experiences Wayne Haworth
and further engagement in learning within P rincipal
the broader community. It is evident that
School Holidays MAC Parents & Friends
23 Sept - Family Games Night Thursday 21 September
8 Oct MAC Parents & Friends are hosting a tabletop family games night and you are all
invited. Playing board games is a wonderful way for parents to spend quality time
with their children and with others. This is an opportunity to learn how to play modern,
fun games with your children, showcase traditional games from your culture and meet
Units 3 & 4 other parents in the school. If you have board games or card games at home, please
Practice Exam bring it along. The children’s favourites such as Pokemon and Magic the Gathering
25-29 Sept are welcome. If you do not have games, come anyway, we will have extra games
available for all families. Or you could come and teach us the traditional games from
your culture - such as Go, Mancala, Scopa etc.
Second hand uniform
First Day Term 4 MAC Parents & Friends are collecting clean uniform for a second hand uniform shop.
9 October Please bring your clean uniform to the General Office.
Trivia Night Saturday 14 October
Tickets are on sale now for the Trivia Night. Tickets are $25. Purchase your tickets now
Trivia Night through TryBooking: www.trybooking.com/RXJR
14 October
We are collecting any donations for the silent auction now. We can turn anything
6.30pm into a hamper, so please contact Bron on 0432609856 or matt.bron@aapt.net.au if you
can help.
Spring
Ideas for donations!
Festival Wine/spirits/champagne, glasses Bucket of car washing stuff
24 October Pamper items – scented candles, soaps, Kids novels/any novels
bubble bath, bath bombs, hand/body Gardening things
6.00pm lotions, nice towels Holiday house vouchers
Kitchen items – recipe books, aprons, tea Shopping vouchers
towels, utensils, non-perishable food Books
Teapot, cups, a variety of tea & a good book! Crafting packs
Awards Night Movie vouchers Experience vouchers
18 December Chocolates/lollies Magazines
Kids stuff, board games, drawing stuff Adult colouring in books & pencils
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Mount Alexander College 2017 Term 4 Events
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9 October 10 October 11 October 12 October 13 October
Fareshare - Schools in the MAC Breakfast - __________________
Kitchen Artemis Saturday 14
Unit 3 & 4 Language exams October
begin Trivia Night
MAC Parents & Friends
Meeting
School Council
16 October 17 October 18 October 19 October 20 October
Whole School Assembly - MAC Breakfast - Athena Graduates 2017
Celebration Day
farewell Graduates 2017 Shortened Day Last day of classes
MAC Football Academy vs for Graduates 2017
SEDA Reports Published
23 October 24 October 25 October 26 October 27 October
Fareshare - Schools in the VCAL Showcase MAC Breakfast Club - Murder Mystery
Kitchen Spring Festival of Arts & Apollo Walking Tour
Reports Mailed Out Technology 6.00 pm
30 October 31 October 1 November 2 November 3 November
2018 Booklists available Unit 3 & 4 Language exams MAC Breakfast - Poseidon
School Council end Unit 3 & 4 examination
period begins
Shortened Day
6 November 7 November 8 November 9 November 10 November
Unit 3 & 4 Performance PUBLIC HOLIDAY MAC Breakfast - Artemis
exams end Melbourne Cup Day 2018 Entry Student
2017 Course Counselling - Welcome Day/Evening
appointment only
13 November 14 November 15 November 16 November 17 November
MAC Breakfast - Athena Above Entry & Senior Last day for 2018
Shortened Day VCAL students
School Course
Unit 1 & 2 subjects
Confirmation Day/Evening finish
20 November 21 November 22 November 23 November 24 November
Graduates 2018, Monthly Community MAC Breakfast Club - Graduates 2017 School Graduates 2018,
Graduates 2019 and Pre- Meeting 10.30 am - 12.00 Apollo Formal 6pm Graduates 2019
VCE subjects exams begin pm and Pre-VCE
Kangan Experience
subjects exams
Day
finish
Units 3 & 4 exams end
27 November 28 November 29 November 30 November 1 December
Graduates 2018 & 2019, & Go for Gold Camp Go for Gold Camp Go for Gold Graduates 2018 &
pre-VCE subjects exam Camp 2019 Orientation
Graduates 2018 & 2019 MAC Breakfast - Poseidon
feedback day finishes
orientation begins Shortened Day
School Council Last day for VCE
Graduates 2018
MAC 2017 Final
Assembly
4 December 5 December 6 December 7 December 8 December
Graduates 2019 Work MAC Breakfast- Artemis
Experience Week
MAC Parents & Friends
Meeting
11 December 12 December 13 December 14 December 15 December
2018 Above Entry Monthly Community MAC Breakfast - Athena Last day of
classes
Orientation Week Meeting
Graduates
School Council Orientation Day - 2018 2017 results
Entry Students day
2018 Entry Course Reports
Confirmation Published
18 December 1 9 December 20 December 21 December 22 December
Reports handed out Last Day of
Term 4
Awards Night 7 pm – 9 pm
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Ardoch Youth Foundation
For the last two terms, I have had the privilege of a
partnership with Ardoch Youth Foundation. Ardoch’s “Initially I worked as a teacher before a career change
vision is every child’s potential is realised through full into Training and Human Resource Management and then
participation in education. Ardoch mobilise community subsequently establishing my own business outsourcing to
and workplace volunteers to support schools. In addition, small business – mainly in the sports and leisure industry.
they seek to influence policy change to reduce inequity
in education. “I have a passion for life-long learning and it was time
in my life to give back and get back into the classroom
The Mount Alexander College community has greatly to help (if I could) engage teenagers establish a strong
benefitted from the wonderful foundation for life and equip
work of three Ardoch volunteers, them for challenges they may
Michelle Haintz, Georgia Freer face ahead.
and Nelly Jakmakian. Below is a
profile on Michelle Haintz. “I was warmly welcomed by
Carmel and the wellbeing team
“Hi, my name is Michelle and I and my time at MAC has been
have been supporting some of really a valuable experience
the kids at MAC in a variety of and given me great insight and
classrooms over the last couple the opportunity to re-connect
of terms as a volunteer from with education sector. Thank
Ardoch. Ardoch is a children’s you for having me.”
education charity focused
on improving educational Carmel Neilsen
outcomes for children and young Students with Michelle from the Ardoch Youth Foundation Student Wellbeing
people.
Pathway Counselling for Year 12 Students
Students completing Year 12 this year have been www.mountalexandercollegecareers.com. Click onto
meeting with Jens or Mr Horley to discuss their options the ‘Important Information’ tab at the top and then
for 2018 and develop a plan that for most students click ‘Resources for VCE/VCAL students’ where there
will involve further study at university or TAFE in 2018. are a range of resources to read and download.
The important point to remember in these discussions
is that a good plan not only takes into account the Parents and students are encouraged to make a
course a student would like to study in 2018 but the time during the second week of the school holidays
various pathways into this course should a student to meet with the Careers Team at school and discuss
not get the required ATAR score or meet other and complete pathway planning and student VTAC
requirements necessary to get an offer for their first Application. Dates are 4 and 5 October. To make a
choice. This is called developing a pathway plan. booking log onto Compass, click onto the Community
Students then put in an application through VTAC. Tab at the top of the page then click Conferences.
Here you will see the link and appointment times.
For many students this may involve studying a
diploma course at TAFE in the first instance and once We look forward to meeting and working closely
they have finished their TAFE studies transferring to with students and their families during this time. If you
university, usually into the second year of a three to require further information or assistance please ring us
four year bachelor qualification. at school to discuss your concerns.
Detailed information on the application process and Jens Boernemeyer and John Horley
VTAC can be found on the MAC Careers website Careers
2017 Fees Due
We are mailing out statements to all families with outstanding fees at the end of this week. Senior school fees
must be finalised by the Friday 13 October. Entry and Above Entry fees to be finalised by Friday 20 October.
You can call the office to pay over the phone (9376 1622) with a credit card, come into the General office to
pay (cash or credit card), or pay by BPAY (details on statement).
Laura Sandham
Business Manager
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Osamah Sami Visit
students had a plethora of staff) really enjoyed Mr Sami’s visit
questions for Osamah Sami, and look forward to seeing his new
who encouraged ‘even the film on their holidays.
questions you think you’ll get
in trouble for asking’ because Ms Runci
‘they’re the best ones’. Sami,
ever the storyteller, regaled
the students with tales from his
past, giving us some ‘hidden
Osamah tolking to the students extras’ and ‘deleted scenes’
from the text which brought
It is a rare opportunity that
the book to life. As well as writing
students get to interview the
the current pre VCE English/EAL
actual author of a text in real life.
novel Good Muslim Boy, Sami
This term however, the PreVCE
is also an award winning writer,
English and EAL students were
director, producer and star of
lucky enough to host Osamah
the recently released film, Ali’s
Sami at MAC for a Q&A session. Mr Sherlock, Osamah, Ms Runci, Ms
Wedding. The students (and the
After reading his engaging novel, Boyes and Ms Seed
Story Slams
run by four Australian authors: Kelly Gardner, Kirsty
Murray, Michael Pryor, and Lili Wilkinson. They had
a choice of workshops to attend before a Q&A
session with all four authors together. MAC students
produced some drafted fictional writing in different
styles: science fiction, stories drawn from their own
lives, contemporary stories and adventure stories.
As well as getting some great ideas for producing
writing, students were also given tips and tricks of the
trade to get their writing published. Many students
produced quality drafts, and were encouraged to re-
Students listening to the Young Adult authors draft their writing and submit it for publication in the
MAC Pre-VCE English and Pre-VCE EAL students had MAC school newsletter or the end-of-year magazine.
an exciting opportunity to attend writing workshops
Ms Runci
Urban Experience
Students were given the chance fun days out experiencing all
to take advantage of our that our fine city has to offer.
amazing city and experience
some of Melbourne’s more Ms Runci
scenic areas. Miss Boyes and
Lexi escorted a group of nature
enthusiasts to test their fitness Students having fun at the Shrine
of Remembrance during the Urban
and tackle the famous Tan track, Experience
exploring the luscious Botanic
Gardens with its interesting plants
and delightful scenery along the
way. After a visit to the Shrine of
Remembrance, the team were then able to have a
good old-fashioned picnic before heading off to the
cinema.
The following day of Urban Experience was literature
themed, with a cinema visit followed by a walking
tour of Melbourne’s literary sites, including the State
Library and the National Gallery as well as some well-
known bookshops and comic book stores. Both were
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House News
Apollo House Update
An exciting and productive Term 3 for Apollo is also the alma mater of Apollo house’s Mr Dal Forno
The continuation of breakfast club saw peak who lead the tour.
numbers of students participating and enjoying the
meals on offer. On the menu was a range of hearty The afternoon of day one saw students explore
meals suited to the cold winter days including baked ArtVo, an interactive art experience, where the
beans on toast, toasties with delicious fillings and audience merge with the artworks and become part
lots of oozy cheese, waffles with accompaniments, of the subject matter as well as partial co-creators
and traditional breakfast pancakes. Complementing as demonstrated by the thousands selfies taken that
these tasty treats were a range of fresh fruits including day.
strawberries, watermelon, and citrus fruits.
August also saw the premiere of the school
production of “Alice Dreaming” at the Footscray
Community Arts Centre. Students from Apollo House
made salutary contributions to the production
through assisting in set design construction, costume
design and making, production support, as well as
taking key roles on the centre stage. Ticket sales were
brisk, and the feedback from fellow students, parents
and community was glowing. There was high praise
indeed for the innovative sets and unique costumes.
Apollo house continues to make its mark in the sports Students at ArtVO
arena with several students achieving recognition in
basketball, table tennis, soccer, football, and other
sports. Day two took the students into the central business
district where they participated in the MAC-mazing
Fund raising for charities has been a central focus Race which included speed bumps, u-turns and
of Apollo house. This month Apollo raised funds that roadblocks and fast-forwards. The day included a
will go to charities such the Cancer Council and visit to the State Library of Victoria, where dozens
the Royal Children’s Hospital. The focus of the next of students signed up to become members of the
fundraising event is Cupcake Wars. The battle begins library. The tour included Parliament House, Old
the first week of Term 4. Apollo house will produce Melbourne Gaol, the Immigration Museum, St Paul’s
the cupcakes and each house will be charged with Cathedral, Flagstaff Gardens, Bourke Street Mall, RMIT
the task of decorating the cupcakes in their house and Swanston Street with a lunch stop at Melbourne
colours. They will then be sold to raise money. The Central.
victors will be the house that raises the most money
and a special award will be given to the best
decorated cupcake.
In the penultimate week of term, Apollo house along
with the Arts and Technology department helped
organise a two-day city experience. Day one saw
participants touring the University of Melbourne,
the Melbourne General Cemetery and Artvo in the
Docklands region. The primary task of day one was
to generate footage to make a mini horror movie
“make it till you fake it”. Highlights of day one included
visiting the set of Mad Max in the underground car
park, lunch in the courts of the student union, and a
visit to the location where the Hollywood film Ghost Students showing off their new State Library membership cards
Rider was shot.
Students were also thrilled to visit the training ground Apollo house would like to acknowledge all of the
of MAC’s very own Miss Emma Kearney. She has valued contributions from staff and students both
starred in the 2017 Australian football league women’s within the house and from all the other houses whose
competition. It also happens to be the oval where effort made this term the success it was.
Australian sporting legend and Olympic champion, Antonio Dal Forno
Cathy Freeman, trained. The University of Melbourne Head of Apollo House
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House News Continued
Poseidon House
My Room’s Mary McGowan spoke about her most recent work
during Poseidon House’s whole school assembly on September
12. Mary provided great insight into the charitable organisation
MAC
that My Room is, how they raise funds for research in children’s
cancers while also having the unique resources to support
House Ladder
families who are affected by the disease. During this assembly,
Emilie Kalinna captivated the crowd with her musical talents as 1st place
she sang and played the guitar with three performances. Poseidon
3862 points
Each term, all houses raise funds for
their chosen charity. As Mary was
with us, we thought it was fitting that
she draws the winner of our raffle. Ms
2nd place
Runci was the lucky recipient. To date Athena
Poseidon has raised a total of $728.35. 3697 points
To cap off our fundraising efforts, we
will once again provide a yummy
chicken and salad lunch in Term 4.
3rd place
This fundraiser would not have been Artemis
the success it was without donations Ms Runci with her hamper 3639 points
from Fruit for You who kindly donated
$150 towards our raffle, beauty salon and day spa Beautiology
for two gift vouchers, Australian Planning & Design for their raffle
items, students and staff who donated goods for the hamper and
4th place
everyone who purchased a ticket. Additionally the dedication Apollo
shown by April Wright, Elizabeth Worland, Miranda Hammond 3152 points
and Brigitte Di Pietro in selling raffle tickets together with Zhanet
Zyka, Maddison Crivitarese Junie Ha, Kyra Old, Ethan Hammond,
Samira Bakata, Noah Crivatarese and Bill Truong who played an
integral role in leading the assembly through their organisation
and presentations.
Sophie Dalabiras
Head of Poseidon House
Thanks to these
businesses for their
donations to the raffle.
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Sport
Sport and Recreation: First Aid Incursion
On Friday 1 September all students who are taking the Sport and
Recreation VET course had a first aid incursion. The students learnt how
to perform proper first aid procedures following the DRSABCD process.
Students experienced a hands-on approach to learning first aid, they
practiced assessing first aid scenarios such as patients passing out,
having heart attacks and even broken limbs. Students learnt how to
properly wrap bandages of many body parts. Students even learnt how
to deal with bites from snakes and other venomous creatures. Of course,
students also
took in the
legal side of
first aid and
all had a go
performing Students performing CPR on “Little Annie”
CPR on ‘Little
Annie.”
To summarise all students really appreciated the day
and learnt a lot. The IVET instructor did an amazing
job. First aid is beneficial for all students across all
career aspirations especially if they are wanting to
have careers in the health and medical industries.
Students practising first aid procedures Ben Huynh-Diep
International table tennis tournament
On Wednesday 13 September, the Year 7 Table Tennis Team represented Mount Alexander College at the
Inter School Table Tennis Tournament. We were hosted by a table tennis enthusiast at the Coburg Table Tennis
Stadium.
The stadium was full of tables and some of them
were worth $5000. We had lots of fun playing and
when we weren’t playing, we were scoring games
or cheering on our team mates. We made a
heap of friends including a guy from Buckley Park
called Eric who gave us each a sour strap as were
packing up to leave.
On the way back to school we stopped at the
Coburg Park and found inventive ways to slide
down the slide. Despite the cold weather, we all
enjoyed a Slurpee on the journey back to school
and none of us minded the fact that we got back
to school soaking wet.
From Left to Right - Ruby Walter, Marcella Martin, Jerry Ng, Thomas Joy Seed
Norman, Dylan Page
St ay Connected
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MAC Parents & Friends
Your child.
Your school.
Your voice.
invite you to the
2017 Trivia Night
Saturday 14 October
6.30 pm for a 7.00pm start
Tables of 10, BYO Hamper to share
Drinks at bar prices
Tickets available through Trybooking:
www.trybooking.com/RXJR
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Mount Alexander College
invites you to our
Spring Festival
An evening of wonder
showcasing work in Virtual
Reality, Art, Digital Technology,
Music, Drama, Media and Food
Book now for this free event
www.trybooking.com/SCBT
Tuesday 24 October
6:00-8:00pm
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Elias Kahsay’s
ATHLETICS FUNDRAISER
MC: MEGAN HUSTWAITE, Star studded sports
SEN 1116 panel headlined by
JIMMY BARTEL,
Geelong Champion
and 2007 Brownlow
medallist
Event Entry Cost $25.30
Tickets can be purchased online:
https://www.trybooking.com/RVHU
All proceeds of event and raffle tickets will go towards the cost of sending Elias to
Sydney to compete at the Australian Junior Athletics Championships.
MONDAY 2ND OCTOBER, 7-9PM
@ THE LAUREL HOTEL,
289 MOUNT ALEXANDER RD, ASCOT VALE
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