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Ballarat Clarendon College

Locality: Ballarat, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5330 8200

Address: 1425 Sturt Street 3350 Ballarat, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.clarendon.vic.edu.au/

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25.01.2022 Congratulations to Old Collegian, Jack Richardson (2014), who recently performed in the Sydney Opera Houses digital premiere of Theres a Sea in My Bedroom. You can watch Jacks performance via the following link. Well done Jack! #heartsdesire #OldCollegianpride #performingarts https://bit.ly/2EyZarR

25.01.2022 Over the last two weeks our Middle School students participated in their first ever Minor Games House event. The event consisted of a Round Robin competition with several minor games played. Well done to all of the students who participated. It was great to see so many of you getting involved! #heartsdesire #goclarendon #getfit

25.01.2022 Our music students have been making the most of their time at home, busily practising their instruments and working on original music pieces. Adele Grodzki (Y11) recently composed her song Somethings Not Right as a part of her VET Music Industry unit, which she has entered into the nation-wide Triple J Unearthed competition. VET Music Industry student, Tom Jenkins (Y11), has also kick-started his music career on Spotify, where his original works are available for listening.... Izzy Farrah (Y8) has been quietly achieving in the Take the Mic Australia competition. Izzy recently performed an original song in the State Finals, which has seen her progress to National Finals. This is a wonderful achievement, and we wish her the best of luck for her final result! We are so proud of our music students for their determination and motivation to succeed in achieving their hearts desire. You can listen to some of their music below. #heartsdesire #performingarts https://www.triplejunearthed.com/artist/dont-tell-adele https://open.spotify.com/artist/4FD8syJu2Kzx74JSPnsfZq https://m.youtube.com/watch

25.01.2022 Our Junior School Masterchefs are back! During their remote learning the students have been prompted with various cooking recipes from Mrs Gerardi, including cornflake cookies. Its wonderful to see so many of the students getting involved and sharing their wonderful creations! #heartsdesire #alwayslearning

25.01.2022 We are proud to announce that for the second year running, Clarendon has been awarded Secondary School of the Year (non-government) at the annual Australian Educator Awards. Clarendon also received an Excellence Award for Primary School of the Year (non-government). Judges’ comments included ‘The school has a strong professional learning program, impressive VCE results and a broad extra-curricular program'; 'Great structures to support quality evidence-based teaching and learning.'; 'Students have achieved above average gain over past 6 years (in NAPLAN).' This award recognises the dedication and work of the staff, students, parents and supporters who contribute to our community. Thank you all for your ongoing commitment and support. #australianeducatorawards #heartsdesire

25.01.2022 Congratulations to current student Chloe Shieh (Y10), who was selected to take part in a violin masterclass at the Monash University String Day over the weekend. The masterclass, hosted by Melbourne Symphony Orchestra concertmaster Sophie Rowell and musician Anna McMichael, was an opportunity to learn valuable skills from industry professionals and meet like-minded musicians. Well done Chloe! #heartsdesire #performingarts

24.01.2022 Calling all Old Collegians! Please check your inbox or mailbox for your alumni preferences survey, which will close tomorrow. The survey seeks to gain your feedback that will shape your alumni program. If you have not received a copy of the survey, please send your email address to [email protected]. #heartsdesire #OldCollegianpride

23.01.2022 Our Y2 students have been studying plants in science, and recently carried out an experiment to show how water is transported through the stems and leaves of celery. The students did a fantastic job of documenting their experiments, and its wonderful to see their hard work and determination to learn continuing at home. Well done to all of the students involved! #heartsdesire #alwayslearning #remotebutconnected

22.01.2022 Our Prep students recently completed a fish and chips art project, where they designed their own fish, dinner plate, chips and lemon. It is wonderful to see our students continuing to further their creative skills whilst learning from home. What a delicious display of art! #heartsdesire #alwayslearning

22.01.2022 Last weekend some of our rowing students attended camp at Nagambie. The rowing camp is always a great opportunity for students to solidify the technical components of the sport, whilst building their endurance and Clarendon spirit. Thank you to the coaching staff for your organisational efforts. We can’t wait to see what the 2021 rowing season brings! #heartsdesire #alwayslearning #goclarendon #clarendonsport

21.01.2022 Congratulations to Old Collegian Lucas Hamilton (2014), who won his first cycling World Tour last week in Tirreno. Lucas is also representing Australia in the World Championships later this month. Well done on this amazing achievement, and we look forward to following your career in events across the globe! #heartsdesire #OldCollegianpride

20.01.2022 Recently, Head of Research Greg Ashman and Professor Pasi Sahlberg of the University of New South Wales debated the impact of COVID-19 on the future of education and whether schools need a transformation. You can view the debate here https://youtu.be/HhNJTO-yRjQ Well done Greg! #heartsdesire

19.01.2022 Last week some of our students and teachers sent in a video of their favourite quote or positive message to share with the Clarendon community, as part of a pep-talk activity with Molly the Therapy Dog. Our students have been learning about the importance of staying positive and uplifting one another, whilst being kind to themselves. Thank you to the Junior School for sharing these wonderful messages! #heartsdesire #bekind

18.01.2022 This week some of our Y9 students have been enjoying camp at Cape Bridgewater. Over the last few days the students have been participating in surfing lessons, canoeing, hiking and several other recreational activities. The Cape Bridgewater Camp experience will provide students with an opportunity to further develop their sense of identity, refine their understanding of relationships and learn more about their peers. #heartsdesire #alwayslearning

18.01.2022 Today our Nine10 School held a ‘coin line up’ to raise awareness and funds for victims of domestic violence. Each House competed to create the longest coin line, of which all coins will be donated to WRISC Family Violence Support. WRISC aims to promote respectful relationships through services which enhance the safety, autonomy and wellbeing of women and children. Thank you to everyone who contributed to this great cause. #heartsdesire #supportingourcommunity

18.01.2022 Calling all Old Collegians! Please check your inbox or mailbox for your alumni preferences survey. The survey seeks to gain your feedback that will shape your alumni program. If you have not received a copy of the survey, please send your email address to [email protected]. #heartsdesire #OldCollegianpride

18.01.2022 Our Y2 students recently completed their artworks inspired by Pablo Picasso. The students explored how emotions can be expressed in an abstract way through the use of shapes and lines, and their work has been compiled into the following Cubist portrait gallery exhibition. What a fantastic display of colour and talent from our Y2s! #heartsdesire #alwayslearning

18.01.2022 Good luck to our Senior School students studying Units 3 and 4 who will commence their VCE exams tomorrow. You have made the best of your learning opportunities this year and you should be so proud of all that you have achieved in 2020. Good luck! #heartsdesire

17.01.2022 Over recent weeks our Junior School students have been remotely participating in weekly physical education challenges. The challenges encourage students to send a picture of themselves exercising, such as riding their bike or skipping with a rope. These activities are a great way to for the students to keep active at home whilst staying connected with each other. Well done to everyone involved, and dont forget to send through your photos for next weeks challenge! #heartsdesire #clarendonsport #goclarendon #getfit

17.01.2022 Earlier this week 53 of our Y12 students competed in an online House Chess competition. With only 3 minutes dedicated to each match, fast and frantic chess ensued. Well done to all of the students who participated, and congratulations to Garbutt House for winning the competition! #heartsdesire #goclarendon

17.01.2022 Wishing all in our Clarendon community a safe and happy festive season. We look forward to seeing you all in 2021! #heartsdesire

16.01.2022 Our Maths Methods Unit 3&4 catch-ups have continued virtually via Microsoft Teams every Friday at 8am. The sessions, organised by David Parker, enable students the opportunity to ask for help on queries theyve had during the week. The voluntary catch-up sees up to 20 students attend each week all year round, and it has become so popular with regular students that a special badge was created to acknowledge their commitment. Its fantastic to see our students keeping up with their weekly routine through online means whilst maintaining their motivation to continue learning. #heartsdesire #alwayslearning

16.01.2022 Recently our Y9 LOTE students participated in a unique learning opportunity where they taught each other aspects of grammar and vocabulary from the respective languages they are studying. Working in groups of three, the students studying German, French and Japanese taught each other numbers, pronunciation, accents and script, just to name a few. The students enjoyed gaining an insight into teaching and learning another language whilst demonstrating pride in their own language skills. #heartsdesire #alwayslearning

16.01.2022 This week we spoke to Old Collegian and champion rower, Kat Werry (2011), during our Old Collegian pod cast series. Current student and rower, Ruby Lovel (Y10), also joined in the podcast. Tune in via https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SP1tNguqK4s #heartsdesire #oldcollegianpride

16.01.2022 Last week our Senior School students were inspired with a visit from Old Collegian, Stefan Nigro (2014), during their online assembly. Stefan spoke to the students about his professional soccer career and how Clarendon enabled him to pursue his passion of the sport from a young age. The students were grateful to learn about the various pathways available to them whilst gaining an insight into the professional sporting world and the importance of setting goals and believing in yourself. Thank you Stefan for your insight and encouragement to our students! #heartsdesire #OldCollegianpride

15.01.2022 Congratulations to Y10 student, Adam Jirik, who was recently named in the Victorian U18 Baseball Team for the 2021 Showcase Series. The series will comprise of local and state events that will enable the athletes to receive development opportunities and exposure to college and professional scouts. Well done Adam! #heartsdesire

15.01.2022 We would like to wish our Clarendon community a Happy Fathers Day! We hope you have a safe and enjoyable day. Our ELC students were very excited to present their Fathers Day portraits, which they have been busily working on this week. #heartsdesire #fathersday

14.01.2022 Throughout remote learning, our Junior School students have been participating in weekly health and wellbeing challenges with Molly the Therapy Dog. Last week our students explored perseverance, learning about the ability to work through challenges and not give up when they find things tough. Our students are doing a wonderful job, and should be proud of their remote learning achievements thus far! #heartsdesire #alwayslearning @Molly the Therapy Dog

14.01.2022 Some of our Y3 students recently participated in a random acts of kindness activity. During their remote learning, the students were encouraged to take a photo of themselves doing something kind for someone else. What a great way for the students to learn about the positive impact they can have on others through everyday activities! #alwayslearning #selfawareness

14.01.2022 Old Collegian, Nick White (2015), is determined to keep up with his training in preparation for the elite National Road Championships. It is still undecided as to whether the event will go ahead in Ballarat this year, yet Nick is still enjoying training in his garage with the help of Zwift. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=2731331597139589 We invite you to join our Clarendon community Zwift weekly rides, whereby students, staff and Old Collegians can complete a virtual bike ride from home. If you are interested in participating, please email [email protected]. #heartsdesire #OldCollegianpride #clarendonsport

13.01.2022 Meet our cross country coach Ian Lovel. There is no doubting Ians passion for cross country sport, which he has coached for 20 years! Read more about Ian in the link below. #heartsdesire #clarendonsport #goclarendon #getfit https://www.clarendon.vic.edu.au/meet-the-coach-ian-lovel/

13.01.2022 Our Senior Girls Football Team remains committed to its annual Players for Pink campaign and raising awareness of, and funds for, Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA). A reminder that the campaign concludes tomorrow. You can purchase an item of pink merchandise at www.blksport.com/collections/bcna Please complete the form at the link below so that we are able to keep track of the funds raised. Alternatively, you can make a donation through https://bit.ly/Ballarat_Clarendon_College_XV_Players4Pink. Thank you to our Senior Girls Football Team and coaching staff, and to our Clarendon community for your support of BCNA. https://bit.ly/2PHOh9t #heartsdesire #clarendonsport #supportingourcommunity

13.01.2022 On Wednesday our Y11 Vet Music Industry students participated in a streamed concert via Microsoft Teams. Over the last two terms the students have been working hard to prepare a range of pieces including solos, original works and group performances. Well done to all of the students and staff involved, and thank you to everyone who tuned in for the concert. Head of Senior School Music, Carol Roberts, has compiled the following highlights reel. #heartsdesire #performingarts

12.01.2022 We hope that all students, parents and staff have a safe and restful holiday break. Thank you to our community for your ongoing commitment, strength and positivity during remote learning. We look forward to seeing you all again refreshed and ready for Term 4. #heartsdesire

11.01.2022 Traditionally, our Y12 Studio Arts students would be filling the studio space in the Visual Arts Centre with Final works. A big thank you to the overwhelming support from parents, who have given up their living spaces to accommodate their children. Working from home hasnt deterred the determination and work ethic in creating skilfully executed artworks, which demonstrate the artistic talents of our students. Here is a sneak peak of students works in progress, including the spaces they are working in.

11.01.2022 Over the weekend our Junior School students and families were encouraged to participate in an Amazing Race Challenge. The challenge required students to exercise by either walking, running or riding around Lake Wendouree whilst completing 20 Amazing Race questions. Concluding at the iconic Clarendon boatshed, families then took a photo of themselves to celebrate their Amazing Race achievement. Well done to everyone who participated! #heartsdesire #goclarendon #getfit

11.01.2022 The 2020/2021 rowing season is well underway, with our rowers already participating in sessions on Lake Wendouree. The entire rowing program trained remotely throughout Term 3, and were excited to compete in their first regatta last Saturday. We look forward to following our rowers throughout their journey this season and we wish our coaching staff and crews the best of luck in their season preparations! #heartsdesire #goclarendon #clarendonsport #getfit

11.01.2022 This week we spoke to Old Collegian and AFLW Richmond football player, Alana Woodward (2008), during our Old Collegian pod cast series. Football player for the Ballarat Rebels and Richmond supporter, Melina Ciavarella (Y12), also joined in the podcast. Melina thoroughly enjoyed meeting Alana and having the opportunity to gain some training tips and advice. Tune in via https://www.clarendon.vic.edu.au/o/old-collegians-podcasts/ #heartsdesire #oldcollegianpride

11.01.2022 Our Y3 students enjoyed participating in experiments during their science classes this week. The students learned about the nature of light, how it travels and how it interacts with different mediums. During their experiments, they focussed on reflection and refraction, using lights, mirrors and tin foil. It was a great opportunity for the students to put their learnings into practice and have fun whilst doing so. #heartsdesire #alwayslearning

10.01.2022 This week we spoke to Old Collegians and AFL Brisbane Football stars, Hugh McCluggage (2016) and Jarrod Berry (2016), during our Old Collegian pod cast series. Current student and AFL hopeful, Ben Hobbs (Y11), also joined in the podcast. Tune in via https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UtUqoV0_Qr8 #heartsdesire #oldcollegianpride

10.01.2022 Last night our Y4 students celebrated graduating from the Junior School. Each student was presented with a year book, pennant and certificate and spoke about their memorable experiences at the Junior School. Thank you to the Junior School staff, homeroom teachers and parents for your organisational efforts, and congratulations to our Y4s! We look forward to welcoming you to the Middle School in 2021. #heartsdesire

10.01.2022 Over four art lessons our Y6 students were given the task to create a fish that focused on contrast between pattern and type. The students were also asked to create a complementary colourful under the sea background scene using either watercolour or pencil. What a wonderful display of colour and talent from our Y6s! #heartsdesire #alwayslearning

09.01.2022 Old Collegian, Stewart McSweyn (2013), has been officially named in the Australian team for the Tokyo Olympics. He has been selected in both the 5000m and 10000m races. Stewart also recently competed in the Diamond League 5000m race in Monaco. Congratulations Stewart on this wonderful achievement! #heartsdesire #OldCollegianspride

08.01.2022 Congratulations to our Y12 Sports Leaders Zoe Cowan, Brydi Hutchinson and Gabriella Fitzpatrick, who have been selected as 2020 Australian Olympic Change-Maker Award recipients. The Australian Olympic Change-Maker Awards recognise students who demonstrate the Olympic spirit through leadership and driving positive change in their communities. Last week Zoe, Brydi and Gabriella attended a virtual forum to hear from Olympians about what makes a great leader. The students felt inspired by the forum, learning about positive thinking, participation and personal growth. Most importantly, they found that the greatest leaders are not always the best in their team or sport, but are people who are dedicated and motivated to always do thier best. Well done Zoe, Brydi and Gabi! #heartsdesire #clarendonsport #goclarendon

07.01.2022 Meet our volleyball coach Andrew James. Andrew has coached volleyball for over 35 years and is extremely passionate about the sport. Read more about Andrew in the link below. #heartsdesire #clarendonsport #goclarendon https://www.clarendon.vic.edu.au/meet-the-coach-andrew-jam/

06.01.2022 Meet Senior Girls Soccer and Cricket coach, Laura Brady. Laura has been coaching at Clarendon for 14 years, and there is no doubting her expertise and passion for the sports. Read more about Laura in the link below. #heartsdesire #clarendonsport #goclarendon https://www.clarendon.vic.edu.au/meet-the-coach-laura-brady/

06.01.2022 Today our 2021 Year 12 cohort participated in an all-day conference in preparation for their studies next year. The conference provided tips on effective note taking, use of flash cards, practice questions and time management. The students also heard from Old Collegians and current staff Matt Olver (2009), Tom Nash (2010), Tessa Armstrong (2013), Ruby Parry (2013) and Chelsea Byrne (2016) about their journeys through Year 12 and pathways following school. We are excited to introduce our 2021 Year 12 cohort to their final year of schooling and look forward to watching them progress towards the next stage of their lives. #heartsdesire #alwayslearning

06.01.2022 Thank you to all of the students who recently participated in our trick-shot challenge! Our Y11-12 trick-shots have been compiled into the following highlights reel, and will be judged by teachers Ebony Bromley and Kirsty Walsh. The winners will be announced this Friday during the Senior School assembly, and the winners will receive 5 extra points for their house. The top 15 videos will also receive 2 points for their house. Our Middle School students also joined in the fun, and some of their trick shots can be viewed at the end of the video. Well done, and good luck! #heartsdesire #clarendonsport #goclarendon

06.01.2022 Initiated by current student, Blair May (Y12), our boarders recently donated three boxes of football boots and runners to children in East Africa via Sportspower’s ‘Play it Forward’ program. ‘Play it Forward’ was founded in 2018 to encourage children in Africa to become more involved in sport. Well done Blair and our boarders on this fantastic initiative! #heartsdesire #boardingopensopportunities #supportingourcommunity

05.01.2022 Join us for a virtual tour of the Mair Street campus which showcases our wonderful facilities that optimise our students’ learning. Take the tour here https://youtu.be/HQNFyKxiRe8 #heartsdesire #alwayslearning

05.01.2022 This week our Middle School students participated in their annual House Aquathon. The Aquathon required students to swim laps of the pool and run a block of the school, either individually or as a team. Well done to all of the students who participated, and thank you to our Y8 Leaders for assisting with organising the event and recording students’ times. #heartsdesire #goclarendon #clarendonsport

05.01.2022 Calling all Old Collegians! Please check your inbox or mailbox for your alumni preferences survey which closes this Friday 4 September. The survey seeks to gain your feedback that will shape your alumni program. If you have not received a copy of the survey, please send your email address to [email protected]. #heartsdesire #OldCollegianpride

05.01.2022 Our Y11 Visual Communication students recently completed a font-bot typography task. The students were inspired by the artistic style of Jonathon Yule, a Canadian graphic designer, and used their Adobe Illustrator skills to manipulate letters into a robot shape. What a fantastic display of talent from our Visual Communication students! #heartsdesire #alwayslearning

05.01.2022 Well done to the Cai family who were recently featured in an ABC News article about climate change and the importance of sustainable living habits. The Cai family have made the transition to a plastic-conscious, recycling friendly and solar powered household and business, along with many other sustainable living habits. Well done Lucie, Joe, Maggie (Y5), Aiden (Y2) and the entire Cai family! #heartsdesire #smartplanet https://mobile.abc.net.au//climate-change-austra/12568456

03.01.2022 Our ELC students have enjoyed taking advantage of the beautiful weather this week. Students could be seen watering plants and using rose petals and leaves to create colourful artwork, in line with their recent sustainability unit. We love seeing what the youngest members of our Clarendon community get up to whilst on campus. #heartsdesire #alwayslearning #sustainability #smartplanet

03.01.2022 Our performing arts students have been working hard this term. Last week some of our students participated in several online soirees whilst our Unit 3&4 VCE Music Performance students will present VCE Music Afternoons LIVE each Wednesday from 3:30pm for the rest of Term 3. Our VCE Dance students have also participated in a soiree to familiarise themselves with performing in front of an audience in preparation for their upcoming practical examinations. It is wonderful to see the students passion and initiative to create these performance opportunities for themselves. Congratulations to everyone involved, and we look forward to watching future performances! #heartsdesire #performingarts

02.01.2022 Our Novice Band are excited to present their remote learning recording of ‘No Bears Allowed’. Despite not being able to rehearse with each other, the students worked tirelessly to practise and record their individual parts of the piece, playing along to a click track. It’s fair to say that the final product is simply marvellous! Read more about how our Performing Arts students and staff continued to thrive throughout remote learning in the link below. #heartsdesire #alwayslearning #PerformingArts https://www.clarendon.vic.edu.au/no-bears-allowed/

02.01.2022 Today our Y6-11 students commenced Head Start for 2021. For the rest of the term students have the opportunity to become familiar with next year’s timetables, new classes and classmates, and capture a snapshot of what they’ll be learning about in 2021. As we welcome our students into a new year of schooling, we would like to congratulate all of our students, families and staff on their resilience, persistence and dedication during 2020. #heartsdesire #alwayslearning

01.01.2022 Join us for a virtual tour of the Sturt Street campus which showcases our wonderful facilities that optimise our students’ learning. Take the tour here https://youtu.be/j21lUjPRj-0 #heartsdesire #alwayslearning

01.01.2022 Well done to our Year 12 students who received their VCE results today. Our students have continued to thrive while displaying both courage and resilience in challenging times. We are proud of every single one of them. Congratulations! #heartsdesire

01.01.2022 Scholarship applications for 2022 now open! Click the link below for further information and to apply https://www.clarendon.vic.edu.au/admissions/scholarships/ #heartsdesire