Important Dates To Remember
Tuesday 27th May / CANCELLED - Whole College Athletics Day
Friday 6th June / Curriculum Day students not required at school.
Monday 9th June / Queen’s Birthday Public Holiday – students not required at school.
Tuesday 10th June / Book Club Orders Due.
Tuesday 10th June / Prep – 2 Wriggly Reptile Incursion.
Tuesday 10th June / Prep – 4 Assembly @ 2.45 pm.
Wednesday 11th June / VCE GAT 10.00 am – 1.15 pm.
Thursday 12th – Monday 16th June / Year 11 Exams – CLC Building.
Tuesday 24th June / Prep – 4 Assembly @ 2.45 pm.

ATHLETICS DAY: POSTPONED TO FRIDAY 1ST AUGUST:

Tomorrow was to be our College’s Annual Athletics Carnival at the Victoria University Athletics track in Hoppers Lane Werribee. Due to the forecast rain throughout the day, it has been decided to postpone the day . Our new date is now Friday 1st August. If the weather is not suitable on that day, our back up day will be Monday 4th August. We apologise for any inconvenience, however, as we are required to book and pay for bus transport and changing arrangements at the last minute is very difficult on the bus company. In addition, we cannot conduct most of athletic events in poor weather conditions. As such we felt that the interests of the students and staff are best served by postponing to a later date. Unfortunately, the earliest suitable date was 1st August. We appreciate your understanding in relation to this change.

ANNUAL COMMUNITY MEETING:

At the commencement of tomorrow’s May School Council meeting our College Annual Community Meeting will be held for the purpose of discussing the 2013 Annual Report. The Report was tabled at the last School Council meeting. This is an opportunity for Laverton College community members to hear about the progress and development of the College. Parents and community members are able to access the 2013 Annual Report on the College website under the ‘About Us’ tab, in the ‘Policies and Info’ section.

CURRICULUM DAY: 6TH JUNE:

As previously mentioned in the newsletter, we have a Curriculum Day Friday, next week, 6th June. No children are to attend school on this day. No staff will be present at school on 6th June as the school will be having an electrical shutdown so that the power supply to the new gymnasium can be installed. Staff will be working at The Sady McCarthy Professional Learning Centre at Altona College on this day. There is no school the following Monday ( 9th June ) as well, due to the Queen’s Birthday public holiday.

Have a great week.

Neil Sproal

College Principal

Reminders:

  1. All students are to be ‘on-time’ for school. This means being at school by 8:50 am.
  2. No dogs are permitted in the school grounds at any time.
  3. Laverton College carparks are designated for staff parking only.
  4. Parents and visitors to the school are requested to avoid smoking in the vicinity of the school. Smoking is not permitted in the school grounds.
  5. All visitors are asked to report to the main College Office before proceeding to a Learning Community.
  6. Students are not permitted to use mobile phones whilst at school. Phones will be confiscated. Families wishing to make contact with their son or daughter during the day should phone the college office for assistance.
  1. Laverton College expects all students to follow our ‘Respectful Behaviour / Respectful Language’ Policy every day whilst at school and going to and from school.

PSYCHOLOGY EXPERIMENT:

On Wednesday 21stMay, the Year 11 Psychology class conducted an experiment with some Grade Prep and Four students about cognitive development. The experiment ran really well, with the Grade Prep and four students giving the Year 11’s some interesting experiences. A big thank you to all students who participated.

SENIOR INTERSCHOOL SPORT:

On Tuesday 13th May, 2014, four Senior interschool sport teams represented Laverton P – 12 College in three sports against other schools. It was our biggest turn out yet. Thank you to Mr Michael Daborn and Mr Barrera for helping take out the teams. Congratulations to all who participated. The last interschool sport day for the year will be Monday 23rd June.

YEAR 11 EXAMS:

Unit 1 Year 11 exams will take place on Thursday 12th, Friday 13th and Monday 16th June, 2014 in the CLC Building. The exam timetable is at the end of this newsletter.

YEAR 12 GAT:

All Year 12 VCE and some VCAL Students will sit the GAT (General Achievement Test) on Wednesday 11th June, 2014, 10.00 am – 1.15 pm in the CLC Building. There will be no scheduled Year 12 classes this day except for the GAT.

Year 7 Placement 2015

Could parents’, who have not yet returned the Application for Year 7, 2015 Placement Form please do so by Wednesday, 28th May, 2014.

SCHOOL FETE – 5/6C ‘HOLE IN ONE EXTRAVAGANZA’:

On Friday 9th May, 5/6C ran a stall at the School Fete, which they called the ‘Hole in One Extravaganza’. In this photo, Connor (5/6C) is supervising Hallie (5/6A) attempting to bounce the ping-pong ball into one of the six plastic cups to win a prize. This game proved very enjoyable for a lot of the students and 5/6C were so pleased to have raised so much money for Laverton P – 12 College.

A huge thanks must go to all students who were involved in the organisation and execution of this magnificent day on the school calendar. Well done to all students, especially 5/6C for raising over $160!!!

Miss. Mickayla Ward (and 5/6C)

INTERSCHOOL SPORTS YEARS 5 AND 6:

On Wednesday, 30th April, the Grade 5/6s represented Laverton College for Interschool Sports. Our Rounders team – Oh Min Su, Sher, Paw P’Lea Moo, Connor, Law Eh, Noor and Eh K’Paw did a fantastic job and played very well. We came fourth on the day. Considering that some of our members had not played Rounders before, it was a tremendous effort! The students used their strengths of persistence, teamwork, hope and humour to do their very best. Although we didn’t win the competition, we were all winners because we got to spend the day playing sport and having fun! Well done all.

SPORT YEARS 7 & 8 NETBALL:

On Friday 16th May, a Year 7 and 8 girls team participated in the 2014 School Sport Victoria Netball Competition. The netball tournament consisted of six teams from the Hobsons Bay Division who played at Altona Netball Stadium in Altona Meadows.

The captain, Hayley Fullerton, was excellent at making sure the girls worked together as a team and were always encouraging each other. It was a tough competition and unfortunately, we were unable to get a win, but that didn't stop Laverton's fighting spirit and drive to improve each game they played.

Olivia Kovas, Hayley Fullerton and Diana Mangar showed great skill to score Laverton's goals on the day. Rahel Bayew and Anna Laaina worked well together down court, each deserving Best On Ground for the tournament. Well done Anna and Rahel!

Finally, a big congratulations to the Year 7 and 8 girls who represented Laverton P – 12 College with great enthusiasm and fantastic teamwork throughout the tournament. Thank you also to Carol for her support on the day.

Miss Mickayla Ward

YEAR 7 FOOD TECHNOLOGY:

Cooking healthy, yet delicious food these last few weeks has been a blast. With plenty more recipes to come and skills to learn, it's easy to say that food technology is my favourite subject.

Edi Bahtiri 7A

Cooking is very enjoyable especially when everyone works as a team and follows the instructions for a delicious and successful meal. The cooking equipment

is conveniently located and easy to handle. We have learnt many skills while cooking. I look forward to food technology every week.

Marie Kassim 7A

Cooking never really excited me until I discovered food technology at Laverton P – 12 College. The brand new technology, including a camera and TV monitors allowing us to see the teacher's cooking demonstration, help us to view cooking in a completely different way. The large commercial kitchen with modern equipment enhances our cooking journey. Inspired by this incredible experience, cooking has become my new future ambition.

Logan Faafuata 7A

BREAKFAST CLUB:

Breakfast club is held between 8.15-8.45 am. Children will be able to get extra toast or raisin bread before

school each morning.

SPORT:

It is important that students wear the correct shoes for participating in sport (i.e. runners) so that they do not injure themselves. Runners can be brought along in their bag and changed into before the sport class. At the end of sport the students can put their school shoes back on.

WINTER UNIFORM:

A plain navy blue beanie may be worn this term. Windcheaters must not have a hood on them. Plain black runners are recommended for everyday wear but if wearing black leather school shoes please bring a pair of runners to change into for sport.

PSYCHOLOGY EXPERIMENT:

On Wednesday many of our Foundation and Grade 4 students worked with the Year 11 Psychology students. It was an amazing lesson organised by Ms Whitefield that engaged and delighted the students. The aim of the lesson was to allow the Year 11 students to discover the learning and assumptions that are made at different ages. Piaget’s Theory of Cognitive Development was actively determined by the students playing games with the Year 11 students. It was wonderful to see the delight on the faces of all involved.

HOBSONS BAY COUNCIL AWARD:

Last Wednesday evening one of our MEA staff, Htoo Htoo Moero, was presented with an award for Volunteering in the Hobsons Bay Community.

There were twenty three recipients of the award this year and their photos are displayed in the Library at Central Square and will also be displayed at the Laverton Hub.

Htoo Htoo spends many hours helping the Karen families in our community and it is a great honour to be recognised for her tireless work.

Congratulations Htoo Htoo from everybody at Laverton P-12 College on receiving this award.

CHANGES IN THE PLAYGROUND:

A long jump pit has been placed in our playground. The oval will be resurfaced once the buildings are completed.

Seven small gardens will be put in the playground to integrate with the class programs. The focus of change and healthy foods will be promoted in this time. Some gardens may be sensory to stimulate the senses and descriptions of the attributes of plants. If your children have allergies to plants please let us know.

SECOND HAND UNIFORM SALE:

On Tuesday 3rd June we will be having a sale of second hand items of school uniform for students in the Prep-4 area at 3.15pm.

  • Windcheaters – plain will be on sale for $2,
  • Logo windcheaters $4.
  • School dresses will be $5.
  • All items will be washed.

MEDICAL ALERT AND SPORT ALERTS:

If your child cannot participate in sport or has a medical reason (i.e broken arm etc.) we need a note advising the reason and the length of time the student will not be able to participate (sport/running around etc.).

The student will then be issued with a “Sport Alert” or “Medical Alert” badge which they will wear while at school. They must collect it before school and at the end of the day return it to the Prep-4 office.

If your child suffers from asthma they must have an updated Asthma plan and their medication/puffer/spacer handed into the Prep-4 office for use at school.

MERIT CERTIFICATES:

Makayla Chalker-Seymour – 2GM - for always making valuable contributions to class discussions

PARENT DETAILS:

If you have changed your phone number or address please notify the office of the changes. We need to have correct phone numbers in case of emergencies.

BUCKET FILLERS FOR THE WEEK:

Sapphire Castovita – Prep HJ - for always saying nice things to the other students.

Cuishan Cao - Prep/1 AR - Always having something nice to say about her friends.

Malachai Mackay – 2GM - for being a great helper in the classroom.

Victoria Bourke-Snjaric 3/4LP – for always saying something nice.

Hamish Rosie – 3/4LP – for keeping control of his temper.

PREP-4 ATTENDANCE TROPHY:

Every Tuesday morning the Attendance Trophy will be awarded to the class with the best attendance for the previous week.

Winner of Week 3 – Grade 4 CG/RH

Winner of Week 4 – Grade 4 CG

Jan Scott

Principal Prep-4 Community

PARENT AND STUDENT TERTIARY INFORMATIONNIGHT:

We would like to invite you, your students and their parents to the Parent and Student Tertiary InformationNight.

This event will help your students plan for their VCE, university and career and will help parents become more informed about the options available and how the processes work.

The event will cover a range of important information relating to:

  • post-secondary study options,
  • pathways,
  • graduate outcomes.

Students will have to opportunity to hear from current Deakin and Gordon students, people who are currently living their career dreams, and Deakin, The Gordon and MIBT staff.

Deakin Geelong Waterfront Campus

Wednesday 28 May,6.00 pm–8.00 pm

Gheringhap Street, Geelong.

Registrations for the event can be made at

WHY GO TO A UNIVERSITY OPEN DAY?

Making a decision on which University to attend is not an easy one and should not be taken lightly.

Whether you're applying for an undergraduate or postgraduate course, it's a good idea to do plenty of research before you decide on which University will suit you best. The most effective way to do this is in person at one of the university's Open Days.

Why? Let's take a look at the main advantages.

  • Course Lecturers,
  • Get to know the facilities,
  • Understand the Local Area,
  • Speak to current students,
  • Cost and Funding opportunities,
  • Meet other people.

Australian Catholic University / August 10th 2014 (Sunday) (Melbourne campus)
August 31st 2014 (Sunday) (Ballarat campus)
Deakin University / August 3rd 2014 (Sunday) Warrnambool Campus
August 10th 2014 (Sunday) Geelong Waurn Ponds & Waterfront Campus
August 24th 2014 (Sunday) Melbourne Burwood Campus
La Trobe University / August 8th 2014 (Friday) (Shepparton campus)
August 13th 2014 (Wednesday) (Mildura campus)
August 17th 2014 (Sunday) (Bendigo campus)
August 24th 2014 (Sunday) (Melbourne (Bundoora Campus))
August 29th 2014 (Friday) (Albury-Wodonga campus)
Monash University / August 2nd 2014 (Saturday)
August 3rd 2014 (Sunday)
RMIT University / August 10th 2014 (Sunday)
Swinburne University of Technology / August 3rd 2014 (Sunday)
Federation University / To Be Announced
University of Melbourne / August 17th 2014 (Sunday)
Victoria University / August 24th 2014 (Sunday)
Victoria TAFE & Colleges
Academy of Design / August 10th 2014 (Sunday) Melbourne 9am-5pm
CATC Design School / May 3rd 2014 (Saturday) 10am - 2pm
August 9th 2014 (Saturday) 10am - 2pm
William Angliss Institute / August 24th 2014 (Sunday) Melbourne 10am-4pm

Friends of Skeleton Creek & Altona Bay Wedlands Inc

We wish to invite you and your family or community group tour planting and afternoon tea.

When:Sunday 25th May 1.00 pm – 3.00 pm

Where:Skeleton Creek

Merton Street, Altona Meadows

Please wear a hat, sunscreen and sturdy shoes and if possible bring gloves.For further information, please phone Denice Perryman 9315 8072.

YEAR 11 SEMESTER ONE 2014 EXAMINATION TIMETABLE

Thursday 12th June / Friday 13th June / Monday 16th June
Period 1:
Reading 9.00 am -9.10am
Writing 9.10 am -11.00am / General Maths
Physics / Methods CAS
Legal Studies / English (STANLEY)
Chemistry
Period 2: / General Maths
Physics / Methods CAS
Legal Studies / English (STANLEY)
Chemistry
RECESS
Period 3:
Reading11.30-11.40am
Writing 11.40-1.30pm / Biology
History / Accounting
HHD / English (WILSON)
Psychology
Period 4: / Biology
History / Accounting
HHD / English (WILSON)
Psychology
LUNCH / YEAR 11 STUDENTS DISMISSED

FOR VCE STUDENTS

  • All exams will be held in the CLC. There are no classes Period 5 on these 3 days. You may go home at lunchtime, 1.30 pm.
  • You are required at school on these 3 days for the exams only. You may study in the library if you do not have an exam and you may go home when your exams are finished.
  • You are not permitted to leave the exams early.
  • All Maths exams require a calculator and you may bring your dictionary to the English exam.
  • Only clear plastic water bottles allowed in the exam. Remove labelling from the water bottle.
  • All exams are compulsory.
  • Students that do a VET subject must go to their VET on the scheduled day. If an exam is scheduled on your VET day please see Ms Montalti to reschedule the exam.

FOR VCAL STUDENTS

  • VCAL classes for Year 11’s will continue as usual as will your VET subject. There will not be an early dismissal for VCAL students.