Melba Voice
8 May 2015
Principal
Terry Bennett
Assistant Principals
Ms Carol Ashton
Mr David Lees
Junior Campus
Croydon Rd, Croydon Vic 3136
Ph:
9725 8277
Fax:
9723 6375
www.melba.vic.edu.au
[email protected]
Senior Campus
Brentnall Rd, Croydon Vic 3136
Ph:
9870 4551
Fax:
9870 1784
www.melba.vic.edu.au
[email protected]
Absence line – both campuses
9539 2345
Important Dates
26 May – Year 7 Pancake
breakfast
12,13,14 May – NAPLAN Years,
7,9
19 May – Battle of the Bands
School Term dates 2015
From the Principal
College Athletics Carnival
Our school Athletics carnival was held yesterday at Proclamation Park in Ringwood. It was a great day
and while we had hoped for a warmer day the students were fantastic and really got into the spirit of
things. There were some outstanding performances which we will report on in the next newsletter.
Thank you to all the students and staff who made it such a great day and to the parents who came
along and supported their children. I would in particular like to thank Carla Bourne and Paul Durrant
who organised the day.
Congratulations again to all the students who participated and we wish all those going on to district level
competition all the very best.
Year 7 2016 Information Evening
Our Information Evening for prospective Year 7 students for 2016 was held on Monday 4 May 2015.
Thank you to all the prospective parents and guardians who came along on the evening to hear about
the school and the curriculum and programs we have to offer. We had a large number of families attend
and received a lot of very positive comments.
Thank you also to the large number of Melba students who came along to help – your efforts are greatly
appreciated.
Parents and guardians wanting to have a tour of the school should contact the junior campus on 9725
8277 to organise a suitable time.
Melba College Upgrade
I am very pleased to be able to report that Melba College was named in the State budget as receiving
funds to commence the college upgrade. At this stage we are still seeking clarification as to the timing
and amount of funds that have been allocated however I am confident that the government will honour its pre-election promise of
$19.5 million which included $10 million for Melba College. As soon as we have further information we will pass it onto you. Please
note the Parent Information evening planned for Monday 11 May has been deferred to a date to be fixed.
Term 2 13 April - 26 June
Term 3 13 July - 18 September
Term 4 5 October -18 December
Congratulations
Our congratulations to Esther Boih, David Chandler, Briahna Jones, Iang Tial, Darcy Hampton and Jadzia Timpson-Farrell who all
received Maroondah Youth Awards last month. These are very sought after awards and they should be very proud of their
achievement. A more detailed report is included later in this newsletter.
Anzac Day Parade
Once again our band members marched proudly to represent
Melba College during the Anzac Day Parade. All concerned did
a wonderful job – many thanks to Viv Doolan (for whom it was
th
her 25 parade) the band members and the parents who
supported the event.
Our focus on Teaching and Learning
Our priorities at Melba College are the wellbeing of every student
and their learning. The staff at the school is focussed on
improving the outcomes for every student. Staff will use terms
such as Learning Intentions and Success Criteria when
working with students.
Learning Intentions describe the knowledge, skill, understanding(s) and/or attitudes/values that are needed to develop an aspect of
the curriculum. Learning intentions are expressed in language that students understand and support them in understanding what
they are working on in class.
Success Criteria identify for students how they will go about achieving a Learning Intention or how they will know when they have
learnt it. The purpose of creating Success Criteria is to ensure students understand the teacher's criteria for making judgments
about their work, and so that they gain feedback about the quality of a particular piece of work.
Terry Bennett – Principal
Student Absences Junior & Senior Campuses
Parents are requested to ring the college on 9539 2345 if your child will be absent or late (due to illness or for any other reason) and
leave a message on the absence line outlining the reason, and if known, the length of time your child will be away.
Please also be aware that we mark the roll every period electronically and it would be helpful if parents could notify the school of
absences in the morning. However, if you are unable to do so, the absence line is operational 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for your
convenience.
Alternatively you may log into your Compass parent portal and self-approve absences. If your contact details have changed please
advise the college as soon as possible.
Student Voice and Co-Curricular Programs
Last week, the Senior Student Voice Representatives meet to discuss upcoming events and activities. The Junior Student Voice
Representatives will meet over the next few weeks and they will be working with the Senior Students and developing their priorities.
Superhero Day will be running on Tuesday, 19 May on both campuses. This event is to raise funds for Irabina Childhood Autism
Services. Irabina provide ongoing support and therapy for people living with Autism. Students may come to school as a Superhero
or chose to wear casual dress on that day. A gold coin donation will be collected.
Also on Tuesday 19 May, the Battle of the Bands will take place on the Senior Campus. This event is being organised by the VCAL
students. This is a great event and is a highlight of the year. Students really enjoy the opportunity to perform in their bands in front of
a large audience.
Debating Round 3 of Debating took place this week. The opposition for the A Grade team
forfeited, which meant our students won. The C Grade team performed with great skill and
ability. This was their first Secret Topic Round. Students arrive one hour prior to the debate
to find out the topic. They then have an hour to create their arguments. They are only
allowed to use books, newspapers, notes and their knowledge. Only the debaters are
allowed in the room for the preparation. The Melba team were the affirmative and the topic
was ‘Parents should take responsibility for their child’s bad behaviour’. The used their
preparation time well and had strong arguments. They successfully won the debate and
received great feedback. They all spoke with confidence and clarity. Josh O’Sullivan, who
was the third speaker, was awarded the best speaker for the night. They team consisted of
Stella Black, Liam Pearce, Josh O’Sullivan and Jessica Scott. Well done to the team for all their preparation and commitment.
Cathie Lange – Student Voice & Co-Curricular Leader
Junior School
NAPLAN
NAPLAN testing will take place for all Year 7 and 9 students next week from Tuesday 12 to Thursday 14 May. Students will take part
in the scheduled exams prior to lunch time but will need to be prepared for normal timetabled classes during Periods 3 and 4 on
those days. Exam catch up sessions for those students who are absent will be held on Friday 15 May.
As always, a student’s participation in NAPLAN testing is by parent choice. Parents or guardians may choose to make their children
exempt from testing; however, there is a process which must be followed in order to obtain an exemption. If you are considering
having your child withdrawn, the signed withdrawal or exemption form MUST be returned or contact made with Alison Steele
or Carol Ashton no later than 3.30pm on Monday 11 May. An alternative program will be run for those students not completing the
NAPLAN tests.
Please feel free to contact Alison Steele or Carol Ashton at the Junior Campus for further information.
Alison Steele – Junior School Leader
Year 7
During Launch Pad, we spent some time looking at images and sounds relating to ANZAC day. One of the tasks that students were
asked to complete was to write a letter home to their family, saying why they did or did not want to go to war and fight for our country.
The top three letters from each form, as voted by their teachers, are below, with each winning a $3 canteen voucher. The best letter,
as voted by Mrs Ashton, will receive a $10 canteen voucher. All of the students will also receive a bonus ACE point for citizenship.
701 Lian
Dear Family,
I am going to war. I want to fight for my country. I have missed you guys, war is hard. It is hard trying to stay alive when bullets are
coming over your head. It is cold and wet. I can’t sleep, thinking about you all. I have seen many of my crew lose their lives. I don’t
want to lose my life too. There are many young people fighting in war right now who have lost friends and also lost their lives. I want
to come home but I want to fight for my country. I miss you, I miss my friends and I miss my home.
701 Hser Ka Bru
Dear Family,
I have to leave you all because I’m going to be in the war. I am doing this because I want our country to be peaceful and have
freedom. I also want our family to be safe and so be proud of me. The main thing that I am doing this for is because I want our
country to have freedom. I will miss you all.
701 Tahser
Dear Mum and Tahso,
I am writing this letter to tell you that I am going to be defending our country in the war. I don’t know about you, but I am not ready. I
am not ready to leave everything behind. I am not ready to leave you guys, my friends and family. I don’t want to leave. I know that it
is good to defend your country, but I just want to stay here and live like a normal person. If I don’t come back, at least you will know
that I didn’t die in vain. I don’t want to think too much about it. I want you to be happy and to miss you.
702 Joseph McDowell
Dear my beloved family,
I am sorry to have to say I am going off to war on Wednesday. I am sorry for not confiding in you before I applied but I have to fight
for my country. It will be alright. I will be with my friends and I will make new friends too. I am going to miss you all so much and I
promise I will come back in one piece. I am off to fight for our country’s freedom. I am sure you will understand. Sorry I didn’t get the
chance to say my goodbyes before I left, but we were on a tight schedule.
702 Emily White
Dear Family,
I have chosen to fight for our country. I really hope you understand. I will miss you all very much. I will be fine, please don’t worry
about me. I have had a very nice life so far, but right now I need to fight for my country. I am going to war. I love you all so so so
much and I really hope I come home safe. If I don’t I will know I did the right thing. I hope you understand why I am going to war. I am
going because I want you and other people to come to have a safe and happy life without any wars or anything like that. I love you all
so much. Thank you for making my life so good.
702 Aira Mina
Dear Mum, Dad and my brothers,
I am very proud, but sad to say that I am going to fight in the war. I know that I am not of age yet to fight, but I will do this for the
country I love and its people. I know that I may lose an arm, or leg or even my whole life, but I am still willing to fight for freedom, for
peace, for those who I love and cherish dearly. I will miss you all and I do wish with all my heart that I will come back home safe and
that we will win this terrible war. I will write to you when I can and I promise that I will fight bravely and help other soldiers on our side.
I will do the most I can to put an end to this terrible war. I do hope to see you again.
703 Lilli de Munk
Dear Family,
It has been a long time since I last wrote a letter. The Turks have set up mines and 14 people have set them off today. We got the
ANZAC cookies and fresh water. Today I will be getting the dead people out of the trenches and sending them home. I regret joining
the army, boom, boom, I keep hearing in my head. It’s been raining for so long, and my mates have been getting frost bite. Will be
moving tonight so in my next letter I hope to have gotten word from you and more ANZACs.
703 Jack Clifton
Dear Family,
I’m off to fight in Gallipolli, don’t fret though. I am doing this for Australia, for future generations to not have to fight. If I die on the
battle field, don’t mourn my loss. Rejoice in the fact that I died serving my country and its people. If I do make it home, alive and
intact, it means that others died so that I could live. Even if we don’t win the war, we need to celebrate their memory and their
sacrifices.
703 Holly Butler
Dear Mumma and Papa,
You are not going to want to read this letter but I ask that you read until the end. I have made the biggest decision I will ever make in
life. I want to go to war. I wish to fight for our country and for all of the innocent people. I will miss you both dearly. Mumma, your
cooking is great and I will miss our family and friend gathering parties we have. I may not come back home, but don’t be upset. If I die
in battle, it will be worth it. I will die knowing that I helped other people. I want you all to be safe. Papa, make sure you take good care
of Mumma and don’t let anything happen to her. Say good but to everyone for me and remember, I wanted to do this. If it means I die
to save many other people, then I want it that way. I am really sorry Mumma and Papa.
704 Aiden Klepac
Dear Mum and Dad,
I have got a massive thing to say. I would absolutely hate it if I went to war because I don’t want to never see you again. I might die,
and that is why I am not going. I don’t want to leave you and I don’t want to die. If I can’t stand a cockroach or rat, how am I going to
be able to stand gun fire? I would miss home so much and I am sure that I would run away from the war and try to come home. I
don’t want to go to Gallipolli and I am sure that I would not be able to kill someone. The fact that we are forced to join because they
need to move more soldiers! I am not going to the war and I hope this gets to you before I get home from where I am right now.
Please forgive. PS, can you please make me an apple pie when I get home?
704 Justin Finlay
Dear Mum, Jackson, Lauren and Ryan,
I am sorry to say this but I am going to join the army to go to war. I am really sorry about this, but I am doing this for a good purpose. I
just want to help Australia to become a safer place. If I die in battle, I will think of fond about you memories while I am at war. I have
one request. If I die, don’t slow down with your dreams, make them come true. It is your life. I chose my own path, so choose yours. If
I live, I will never go to war again. Please forgive me.
704 Stephanie Newman
Dear Mum, Dad and Fraser,
I am writing this letter to you because I want to let you know why I want to go to the war. I am leaving Australia with a gun and
supplies to fight. Fight for our country, to be free. All of us soldiers are giving Australia a favour to live in free land and to have our
own rights. I know by now you are probably reading this to dad. I don’t want you to be sad or worried. I want you to have faith in me
and giving up their lives to represent the rights of our country. I know I won’t have a chance of coming back, but I will do anything for
our people to live in a free world with no harm, just peace. I know it’s going to be hard for me and you. I know I won’t get any sleep. I
know I will be freezing. I know I may lose a leg, an arm or my eyesight, but I can’t think about the negatives. I need to think about the
positives. The friendships I will make. I know if I die after this war or if all the soldiers die after this war, I know you will be proud of us.
We will always lie in your heart. So, Mum, I am going to war. I am sacrificing myself for you and the rest of the Australian people for a
better world.
The letter that best displays the ANZAC spirit, and wins the $10 canteen voucher is Jack Clifton
All students should now be working at home on their Famous Person CAT for the German Showcase Evening, on Thursday 21 May.
Students will be required at school on that evening to present their CAT from about 5.30pm to set up their presentations, with the
showcase opening for viewing from 6pm. Presentations should be creative, with props, question cards, timelines, achievements or
interesting facts and of course their German introduction and speech. I look forward to seeing you all there, as this is a wonderful way
for students to showcase their creativity, what they are learning in German and enhance their public speaking skills. If you have any
questions please feel free to contact Mrs Halpin (701), Mrs Stacey (702), Mrs Bate (703) or Mrs Lange (704).
Deb Stacey – Year 7 Leader
Year 9
It was a pleasure to attend the Year 9 Science excursion on Wednesday with the students. We escaped most of the bad weather
and everyone enjoyed exploring Healesville Sanctuary.
CAT time is beginning to step up for most of the Year 9’s and it’s important that all students pay attention to the deadlines set by their
teachers. Most CAT’s are given plenty of class time; however there will be times where students are expected to continue working at
home.
A final note on uniform, which has unfortunately been slipping. As of next week, students will be held accountable for their uniform –
including socks. Please note that only plain socks are to be worn to school and hoodies are not to be worn underneath the Melba
school jackets. Students will be asked to remove them and collect them at the end of the day. PE items (rugby tops, polo tops
andblack PE Shorts) annot b worn during other class times. Our Melba uniform looks absolutely fantastic, and our students are our
very best ambassadors when they wear it appropriately out in the community.
Sarah Cultrera – Year 9 Leader
Year 10
Maroondah Young Leaders Program (2015)
During the week Monday 4 May to Wednesday 8 May, three Year 10 students participated in this leadership program. Rebekah
Wynne, Stephen Laurie- Sanders and Liam Ball have spent the week developing skills such as communication, negotiation, problemsolving and delegation. They have refined these skills within the context of working with students from other secondary schools within
the local area and with a view to developing an area/s of interest relating to the provision of services for young people in the area.
The week will conclude with a Presentation Evening on Friday 8 May. During this evening, our students will present to an audience of
their peers, parents, teachers and members of local council the details of the work they’ve been doing during the course of the week.
Subsequent to the completion of this program, these students will have the opportunity to work on their selected CAPs (Community
Action Projects) and attend a reunion afternoon later in the year.
Exams/Outcomes
Semester One exams, Year 10 students need to ensure that they remain up to date with their homework tasks, that they complete all
assessment tasks in a timely and competent manner and that they begin to revise thoroughly for their end of semester exams. Exam
timetables and exam rules/regulations will be distributed to students in due course. Students should ensure that they liaise with
teachers in terms of obtaining additional help if required and clarifying the contents of each exam.
Challenge Week
WANTED: PARENT VOLUNTEERS TO PARTICIPATE IN SPEED CAREERS- Please read the details below.
From Monday 15 June to Friday 19 June all Year 10 students will be participating in Challenge Week.
One component part of this Challenge Week will be the 'Speed Careers' morning on Tuesday 16 June. This session will run from
9am -11.30am. During this period, all Year 10's will have the opportunity to gain a broad insight into a range of different professions.
The specific order/timetable for the morning will be as follows;
9am -11am- This 2 hour block will be divided into blocks of 6-7 minutes. During each block, students will have the chance to speak to
a different person about their job. Whilst our invited guests will convey their knowledge and experience, students should also seek to
ask questions about each job.
11am -11.30am- We will move from the Gym to the Theatre. In this 30 minute session students will have a further opportunity to ask
questions about a job/s they may be interested in pursuing. Our invited guests will also offer further wisdom based on their
professional knowledge and experience.
I am seeking your assistance here. As parents/guardians to our Year 10 cohort, I believe that you possess a wide variety of
knowledge, qualifications and experience within your various professions. I am aiming to have as many and varied
participants/professions represented so as to provide students with as much information as is possible about potential career
choices.
Based on previous ‘Speed Careers’ events, parents, staff and students have found this to be an extremely enjoyable and rewarding
experience. I am confident that this year will be no exception. Ultimately, the objective is to help our students make informed
decisions about their future.
If you wish to participate in the ‘Speed Careers’ morning, please contact me on 98704551 or e-mail me at
[email protected].
Michael Benjamin – Year 10 Leader
Year 11
Week 4 of Term 2 is here and we have only 5 weeks to the end of Unit 1 exams. The upcoming weeks will be very busy for Year 11
students, revision for exams, final assessment tasks for Unit 1 and all of this on top of the work that is set in class. It is very important
for students that they have a study timetable prepared so that their time can used efficiently as they prepare for this busy time of
year. If any help with study tips are needed there is a study guide document on Compass under Resources for each study class.
The ‘Fit 2 Drive’ presentation will take place on Thursday 28 May and permission slips and payments need to be returned by 21 May.
This presentation includes seminars as well as presentations about risk taking and improving decision making while driving with the
aim of reducing future risks. The presentation is not a driver education course; it is a health related workshop. Any students who have
not received permission slips, or have any questions, should see Mr Lockey or Mr Mellow as soon as possible.
Finally there is only 5 weeks left and we would like to congratulate the students of Year 11 on the great attitude they are displaying
towards their studies. More of the same can only produce positive outcomes.
Andy Lockey and Greg Mellow – Year 11 Leaders
On Tuesday 28 April I headed into the city for my first meeting at the Melbourne Theatre
Company headquarters as a Young Ambassador. Up until I got to the place I was really
nervous but the second I got there I felt more welcome than I do at home. Being the first
one there made everything worse but after about ten minutes the others started arriving
and it was easy to see that we were going to get along well.
After we had met everyone, we had a walking tour around Melbourne Theatre HQ. The
best part of the tour was the props room where they make hats and accessories. The props
maker had such a cool beard! We ate really bad pizza before we went down to the
Southbank Theatre and watched "I Call My Brothers". I can gladly say that I am going to enjoy being part of this program at MTC.
Calum Eerden, Year 11 - MTC Ambassador 2015
Year 12
In the next 4 weeks our Year 12 VCE students will be completing many SACs and work requirement tasks, which must be completed
to a competent standard to ensure a satisfactory result is achieved for their Unit 3 subjects. It is vital students are completing several
hours of homework and revision per night to keep up with the increasing demands of both their SAC tasks, but also in preparation for
their mid-year exams.
To help students who are struggling with the demands of Year 12 and are at risk of unsatisfactory results with their Year 12 course,
we will be arranging meetings with both them and their parents, as soon as possible to address these concerns.
All Students completing a Unit 3-4 Sequence will be required by VCAA to sit the General Achievement Test on June 10. An assembly
will be held prior to this to outline the procedure and importance of sitting this test.
Richard Allen – Year 12 Leader
Duke of Edinburgh
Duke of Edinburgh Adventurous Journey Camp
The Year 9 Duke of Edinburgh students, as part of their Adventurous Journey component of the Bronze Award, attended a week long
camp to The Summit near Trafalgar approximately 90 minutes drive East of Melbourne from 27 April – 1 May. The Adventurous
Journey is all about getting out there, trying new activities, and going on an expedition in a challenging environment. One of the main
focus points of the Adventurous Journey is the development of team work and social connection. Other important skills are also
required to be able to complete this component of The Award, including determination, physical effort, perseverance, problem
solving, cooperation and challenging oneself to complete tasks that are physically, mentally and emotionally demanding. Below is a
list and brief explanation of the challenges our students completed during the camp:
Shine: Shine is an opportunity for the emotional and social education of students,
assisting them to ‘Discover what they are truly capable of’ not only here at The Summit,
but also in everyday life. Our SHINE sessions promote:  Resilience  Self-esteem 
Healthy self-confidence  Emotional & social intelligence
Flying Fox: This is a great introduction to wearing a harness and learning to trust the
equipment. Participants fly approximately 200m and
are caught by a staff member at the opposite end.
Key Learning: Introduction to high elements.
Laser Skirmish: A fantastic team building activity
that requires participants to work together, strategize and find solutions in order to claim
victory. There is plenty of running,
ducking, dodging and scrambling
through bush and scrub. Key
Learning- Success often requires
the support of a cohesive team
Over night walking expedition which focused upon the development of
team work, fauna and flora awareness, human impact on the
environment, leadership, camping skills including tent assembly and
dissembling and cooking and food
preparation.
Monster Course: Participants find
themselves needing to solve a
series of artistic, mathematical, physical and logistical goals over a long obstacle course. There is running, climbing and carrying
tyres in order to achieve the objectives. Key Learning: Teamwork, communication and co-operation.
Snowy River Challenge An obstacle course of ropes, swings, mud pits and tunnels. Key Learning: Many learning opportunities
but team & co-operation are core.
Tattoo Identity Workshop: Participants design an identity using a soldering iron and piece of leather. They identify how they
would like to move forwards in the form of a piece of artwork. Key Learning: How our identity impacts our life, relationships and
achievements. We look at how to update it.
Cave Crawl An introduction to controlling one’s own thoughts. Participants navigate a pitch
black man-made cave with no light, working on controlling their internal dialogue. Key
Learning: Mental response to fear and use of internal dialogue.
High Wire A 10m high wire which participants climb up and move along before completing
several tasks that require a high level of focus. Key Learning: Mental focus and how to chip
away at a task.
Nail Walk: Participants take four steps across a board of nails. Key Learning: Will have participants navigate through their
doubts finding out what they are truly capable of!
Snakes: Participants get to hold real life carpet pythons and are encouraged to not only manage their fear but be comfortable
with it also. Key Learning: Relaxing fear instead of suppressing it.
Sky Bridge: A high element activity that has much perceived risk but is actually a very simple task. It requires the participant to
walk across an 80m suspended cable bridge using strength and balance to support them. Key Learning:
Introduction to high elements.
Abseiling A 20m wall which participants are required to abseil down. Key Learning: Controlling an experience.
Trusting themselves.
Giant Swing: 2 steel cables are attached to the participant, which mounts
onto two 7 storey high poles. Participants are then pulled up to their start
point by their fellow group members before releasing themselves and
experiencing the ultimate rush. Key Learning: Understanding the fear and
the rewards associated with letting go.
Leap of Faith: Participants stand on the edge of an 8 metre platform and
attempt to jump off and reach a bar suspended in front of them. Once they
grab it they then hang upside down by their knees before straightening their
legs and being lowered to the ground. Key Learning: Facilitators lead
participants through their fear to become conscious of what the drop might
represent in their life.
Summit Window: Participants walk out from 20 metre high tower and climb a 3 metre high pole before reaching a small platform
at the top. Participants then lean backwards requiring the ultimate trust. Key Learning: Sometimes when you push through your
fear you will experience an incredible sense of freedom!
All students are to be congratulated for their endeavour, behaviour and willingness to give every activity a GO, understand that all
tasks were ACHIEVABLE and the courage to SUPPORT each other throughout the duration of the camp; a life experience that will
never be forgotten.
Neil Robinson - Duke of Edinburgh Coordinator
College
Year 9 Business of Baking
As part of the Business of Baking course running this semester, students have been creating
their own decorated butter cake using the creaming method. The students baked the cakes one
lesson and then made buttercream icing and decorated the cakes the next lesson. The end
results in such a limited time frame were wonderful to view. A small selection is included.
Alison Christensen
ANZAC Day 2015
Constant drizzle and frozen hands were the order of the day for this year’s Anzac Day Parade. We left the Band Room at 7am and
headed into the city with the rain becoming more persistent.
At 9:04 we stepped off for the first time. We marched three times, from Fed Square to The Shrine, each time the puddles were
deeper and broader! Once we reached The Shrine we were required to march in place until the next Band arrived then move off to
grab an ANZAC biscuit and a drink of water on the way to the bus which transported us back to Fed Square to start again. We
finished our final march at roughly 12:45pm.
This year marked the 25th year the school has had a Band in the Parade. In the early years the only school bands involved were
Melbourne High School, Scotch College and us. Over the last 10 years the numbers have slowly grown and this year there were 14
school bands involved in the Parade! Students in Bent Brass and I even went out to Glen Waverley SC to help them with their
marching.
I am very proud of the effort Wind Symphony members put in to prepare for the Parade (rehearsing on the first two Mondays of the
term even though there was no school) and the way they performed on the day. I am even more proud of the members of Bent Brass
who willingly gave up their time to help another school improve their marching skills.
Community Partnerships
Maroondah Youth Awards
There were several Melba students who were presented
with this year’s prestigious Maroondah Youth Awards at
Karralyka on Thursday April 16. Leading the group was
one of our School Captains David Chandler, who
received the “Innovation Award” for his original magic
shows. David has been refining his skills for over 10
years and on July 4 and 5 will present his latest show,
‘Once upon a Rhyme’, in the Melbourne Magic Festival.
Two other students were nominated in the “Our Journey”
category, another of our School Captains Esther Boih and
Iang Tial of Year 11. Both girls have demonstrated
incredible courage both before and after arriving in
Australia.
Briahna Jones was featured in the photographic
exhibition, Darcy Hampton won an award for her
leadership and Jadzia Timpson-Farrell for her role in
local guide group.
We congratulate each of our award winners and encourage our community to think of
other students who have achieved great things and to nominate them in next year’s
awards.
Senor Girls Netball
Our girls participated in the Maroondah group competition on April 23.
Melba had 3 teams, more than any other school and performed
brilliantly. Our A team had a draw with Mooroolbark and were
competitive against Ringwood and Norwood, the eventual winners on
the day.
We were extremely proud of the girls for the way they conducted
themselves both on and off the court. Both the weather and the venue
set the stage for a fabulous competition and our girl’s performance
made the day one to be remembered. Congratulations girls you were
excellent ambassadors for our college.
Edwina Ricci - Community Partnerships Leader
Battle of the Bands
Melba College is holding a competition to find the best musical band in the school. The competition is open to any group of students
who would like to form a band. The band can play any kind of music; rock, jazz, pop etc
The bands will perform on Tuesday 19 May at the Senior Campus and a trophy will be presented to the band that
is judged the best.
So, get together with some friends and start rehearsing!!
You can register your band at the General Office and GET INVOLVED!!
The Art Department is in need of the following:
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clean ice cream container lids
any wall tiles, old china crockery, (plates, cups etc.) suitable for mosaics
any mosaic glue/cement that you no longer require
Any donations of these items would be greatly appreciated
Careers
Where will the Jobs be in 2019?
Each year, the Department of Employment produces employment projections by industry, occupation and region
for the following five-year period. In other words, where the jobs might be! These employment projections are
designed to provide a guide to the future direction of the labour market. These forecasts are there to guide
students, whilst they are reminded that there are always unforeseen circumstances that could affect these
suggestions.
In summary, some of the anticipated industries offering job opportunities include –
INDUSTRY
Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing
Electricity, Gas, Water and Waste Services
Construction
Wholesale Trade
Retail Trade
Accommodation and Food Services
Transport, Postal and Warehousing
Information Media and Telecommunications
Financial and Insurance Services
Rental, Hiring and Real Estate Services
Professional, Scientific and Technical Services
Administrative and Support Services
Public Administration and Safety
Education and Training
Health Care and Social Assistance
Arts and Recreation Services
Other Services
EMPLOYMENT GROWTH TO 2019
3.7%
3.8%
13.0%
6.3%
8.9%
13.9%
10.2%
4.0%
11.3%
12.6%
14.4%
8.0%
7.0%
15.6%
18.7%
13.8%
7.6%
It is anticipated that there will be a decline in employment growth in both the mining and manufacturing industries leading
up to 2019. To read up on the entire report, or for monthly updates on future employment opportunities, visit Jobs Forecast
Careers in Sports Medicine Evening
Olympic Park Sports Medicine Centre (OPSMC) is holding its annual Careers in Sports Medicine Evening which aims to build an
awareness of the health professions involved in caring for athletes, whether they compete for Australia or exercise for fitness.
Practitioners from each discipline will be giving short talks and the rest of the team will be available for question time. Disciplines Sports Medicine, Nutrition, Podiatry, Psychology, Massage Therapy, Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology.
Date:
Time:
Where:
Wednesday 27 May 2015
7.15pm (registration), 7.30pm (talks begin)
AAMI Park Stadium, 60 Olympic Boulevard, Entrance F, Gate 4,
Corporate Entrance, Olympic Room 2 (see www.opsmc.com.au for a map)
Cost:
$25 per student incl. GST (One parent or guardian per student is welcome at no charge)
Parking: Eastern Plaza Car park access via Entrance D, and a right turn at the roundabout (off Olympic Blvd), parking fees apply.
RSVP: Registration is essential by Monday 25 May 2015
Register at Careers in Sports Medicine Evening. For more information, contact Megan Marshall
at [email protected].
REMINDER: The VCE & Careers Expo
All VCE students are encouraged to attend the VCE & Careers expo at the Caulfield Racecourse THIS WEEKEND from 7 May – 10
2015.
Visit The VCE and Careers Expo to find out more!
Dee Arambasic - Careers Practitioner/VET Coordinator
Open Night
2015
Athletic
Sports
2015
The Department of Education and Melba College do not endorse the products or services of any private advertiser. No responsibility is
accepted by the Department of Education or Melba College for the accuracy of information contained in advertisements or claims made by
them
Melba Secondary College
Chaplaincy Committee
23rd May, 2015
Doors open 7pm - 7.30 pm start
Melba College Library
Croydon Road, Croydon
$20.00 adults & $15.00 students/concessions
Come along and support our chaplains
Great prizes, raffle, games & auction
Supper with tea & coffee supplied
Bring along your own glass, nibbles & drinks
(Cans of soft drinks & soft lollies available for sale)
To Book a Table please contact Chris Atkinson
9726 6769
or Carole Turner 9726 0273
Entertainment Books Are Now Available For Sale For Chaplaincy Fundraising
Only 2-3 vouchers need to be redeemed to cover the cost of the book $65.
When ordering your book over the Internet where it asks about postage (click on pick up) it can be picked up from the school when a
copy of the receipt is shown or we can organise delivery by contacting Chris Atkinson on 9726 6769, 0432546591 email:
[email protected].
If you do not wish to use the Internet you can purchase a book from the school offices or contact me as above.
From every Entertainment™ Book and Entertainment™ Digital Membership we sell, $13 goes towards
Chaplaincy Committee Fundraising! The more Memberships we sell, the more we raise – so please forward this
email to your family and friends.
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