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Brauer College

Locality: Warrnambool, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5560 3888

Address: 37 Caramut Road 3280 Warrnambool, VIC, Australia

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

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24.01.2022 Brauer Parent Bulletin The latest issue of the Parent Bulletin is available on Compass and the school website. This issue includes:... Principal's Report - Including a message for our graduating class of 2020 Legacy Merchandise available Study Tips #32 and #33 Remembrance Day photos Subs in Schools Information Passing of the Flag Ceremony photos - don't forget to check out the video on our Facebook page Student Leader Profiles: Jordyn Fiddy and Lilly Carey Year 10 Advanced English Classroom Task Technology Photos - Woodwork & Food Technology College News - Including upcoming Exam Catch Up Day, Maths Calculator information and Country Bus Travellers information Local Community News See more

23.01.2022 Student Leader Profile: Riley Nicolson, Year 12. Currently studying English, Math Methods, Media, Legal Studies, Psychology Leadership role in the College Sports House Captain Star Sign Libra... Hobbies Basketball and AFL I would like to be a teacher. If I could have dinner with any 3 people, dead or alive , they would be Joel Selwood, Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant because I would like to learn what it takes to be the best and how to work harder than anybody else. What I like most about Brauer is the people. My Dream Pet would be a monkey. My Favourite singer is Ed Sheeran. My greatest achievement so far is Playing basketball for Vic Country 4 years in a row. Happy 18th Birthday Riley - we hope you enjoy your day!

22.01.2022 Student Leader Profile: Molly Carey, Year 9 Currently studying English, Maths, Commerce, Food, Advance, Drama, Media, SIP, Psycholgy Leadership role in the College Middle School Captain Star Sign - Cancer... Hobbies Musical Theatre, Netball, the Beach, being with friends and family, camping and cooking I would like to be an actor or journalist. My Favourite charity is Cancer Council because it's helping to find a cure to cancer. My dream pet is a Dolphin. What I like about Brauer College is all the opportunities I've been given. My favourite Singers are Guy Sebastian and One Direction. My Favourite Book is Because Of You, Pip Harry

22.01.2022 This Girl Can VIC is back with free activities running in Warrnambool from March 22-28. This Girl Can is all about encouraging more women to give physical activity a go or return to exercise after a break.

19.01.2022 The Year 9 Atoms to Antigens Science class created some terrific posters on how to reduce the spread of Covid -19 and we thought it would be a great time to share them with the Brauer community. Thank you Alannah for this great reminder! We hope everyone enjoys the break and enjoys the sunshine!

18.01.2022 Several of our piano students had a Piano Soiree, which is a fancy term for musical gathering, via zoom this week, hosted by Piano Teacher and Band Director, Sonia Beal. Students took it in turns to play a piece that they have been working on this term. It was a great opportunity to hear what other students have been learning during lockdown 2.0!

17.01.2022 Ngatanwarr means welcome. We welcome you to join us in learning about the language and stories of the oldest living culture on earth.

17.01.2022 Brauer Concert Band enjoying their carols rehearsal in the garden!

16.01.2022 A short presentation by Year 8 students Harry Eastman and Bailey Else. They are working on factorisation of quadratic and cubic equations (VCE Advance Algebra).

15.01.2022 Lead4Innovation Program Moyne Shire Congratulations to the following Year 8 students who have spent the last 5 weeks working on the Lead4Innovation Program run by the Moyne Shire. Alannah Van de Camp, Amelia Fiedler, Stephanie Grist: Pocket Pal - a program to encourage primary school aged children to get moving.... Emily Saffin, Isabella Price and Patrick McCosker: A proposal to change the way the local community and government thinks about environmental clean-up. These students attended the remote program over 5 weeks where they worked together in groups with mentors to develop a "crazy idea" that could benefit our local community. The students then pitched their ideas to a range of local leaders and business owners at the Pitch Event earlier this month. All students spoke well and represented the school brilliantly. We hope that we will be able to support them in developing these ideas moving forward into Term 4.

15.01.2022 ORGANIC ART - Inspired By Andy Goldsworthy Year 8 Art Students created impressive artworks made out of natural organic materials inspired by environmental artist Andy Goldsworthy. Twigs, shells, bark, leaves, flowers, rocks and more where assembled in patterns to create movement, repetition and focal points. The colourful artworks demonstrated student skills in layout, composition, balance, space and proportion.... More of our impressive and colourful creations were featured in our Parent Bulletin, which was published yesterday on Compass. Gail Higgins Head Of Art

14.01.2022 A quick reminder that our staff are participating in a Professional Development Day Tuesday 23rd March so there will be no scheduled classes for tomorrow.

14.01.2022 Year 8 Research Task: Go for a walk or look in your local area and video at least 1 softwood tree and 3 hardwood trees. Name the trees. Put together a video presentation that documents your findings. Make sure to include the reason why softwoods are more sustainable than hardwoods.... Bonus marks will be given for the best Ozzie Slang so unearth your inner Steve Irwin or Kath and Kim. Challenge Accepted - Bonus Marks - Awarded! Congratulations to Giordan Serra, 8B

14.01.2022 SPORT & RECREATION TRAINEESHIP - BRAUER COLLEGE Westvic Staffing Solutions in partnership with Brauer College are offering a Traineeship in Sport and Recreation... commencing January 2021. The Trainee will be working closely with the Physical Education Department to deliver and participate in line with the school’s curriculum and associated activities. To find out more and to apply, please visit our website https://westvic.org.au/jobs/sport-recreation-brauer-college/

14.01.2022 Student Leadership Profiles Introducing another member of our Student Leadership Team. Milo Watkinson - SRC Member, Year 9... Currently studying Digital Technology, Maths, English, Japanese, and Media Star Sign Sagittarius Hobbies You Tube, Video Editing, Film, Coding, Technology My Favourite Charity is Thirst Project, because I see how much they help people in need. If I could have dinner with any 2 people, dead or alive, they would be Bill Gates because I am fascinated by his work and Nicola Tesla, because he would just be an awesome man to meet. In the future, I would like to see a coronavirus vaccine because it is getting annoying to live with. My dream pet would be a Phoenix because it burns in flames. My Favourite song is 1955. My favourite book and author is The Fayz Series by Michael Grant.

13.01.2022 Each year Brauer students have supported Legacy by selling merchandise in the CBD. Due to Covid-19 the Warrnambool Legacy Club and our students have been fundraising in a different way. Merchandise, including these Legacy Bears are available for sale, along with badges, pens, key rings, bracelets and balls. Prices start from as little as $1 and the Legacy Bears are $10 each. If you would like to support our student group and the Warrnambool Legacy Club please ask to see the... merchandise during your pastoral care meetings. Thank you to the students who have continued to stay connected to our community during this challenging time. Warrnambool Legacy Club Inc

12.01.2022 SSV Virtual Track & Field Competition Well done everyone on the awesome ISO Olympic Trick Shot videos that were submitted over Term 3. Results and winners will be announced in Term 4. A new competition has been launched by School Sport Victoria and it encourages you to have a go at a range of Track and Field events at home. With the Spring weather bringing the goods, why not continue to stay active over the school holidays. ... The following events are what you can have a go at. You can attempt your favourite event or have a go at all of them if you wish: - 60m, 100m, 200m or 400m Sprint - 800m or 1500m Walk or Run - Standing Long Jump or Standing Triple Jump - Tennis Ball Shotput - Heptathlon Event complete in this order - 100m Sprint, Standing Long Jump, Tennis Ball Shotput and 800m run. Event Details Competition closes on Friday, 30th of October. Students can attempt one or as many events as they like. Students must have permission from their parents to submit their results. Prizes will be awarded to students from SSV if they are successful with any of their results. How to Submit Results The preferred method of submitting results is to submit them directly through the SSV website. Please see attached link for this process and further information on the competition: https://www.ssv.vic.edu.au/Pag/SSVVirtualTrackandField.aspx The other method is that I can bulk upload results on behalf of all students. Therefore, if you wanted to send through your results, please email them to: [email protected]. I will be keeping an eye on the results from the Brauer College students and prizes will also be awarded on behalf of the school to students who get in and have a go. Have a wonderful holiday everyone and remember - GET OUT THERE AND GET ACTIVE! Kurt Lenehan Sports Coordinator

11.01.2022 Student Leadership Profiles. Introducing Aaliyah Poka, Year 9, SRC Member. Currently studying English, Maths, Outdoor Action, Japanese, Commerce, PD and Pathways... Leadership role in the College SRC Member Star Sign Cancer Hobbies Reading and Art things I would like to work in social service, like a youth worker or a councillor. My Favourite Charity is the Guide Dogs. If I could have dinner with any 3 people, dead or alive, my grandma [on my mums side] because I connect to her a lot when it comes to conversation wise or just having her company. Kimberly H , she's a friend, she also really has great conversations when we talk about politics and anything in general [and she's funny] and my second oldest brother because I don't get to see him a lot and relate to him connately. In the future, I would like to see better education systems that explain how to do daily adult things, like taxes or finances. What I like most about Brauer is the the creative and non-creative range of subjects they have to offer and things to do [be it learning musical instrument and joining the extra curriculum activities. My Preferred study method is to visually study and doing the work as soon as posable so its not left too long My Dream Pets would be a Griffin, a Cocker Spaniel, a Chihuahua and an Australian Shepard. My favourite song is Micheal Buble: Save The Last Dance For Me, Kate Forsyth: The Blue Rose and You'll Never See Me Again by Lesley Pearse. My Favourite Book is The Outsiders by S.E Hinton and my favourite genres are romance. My greatest achievement so far is making it through all the years [only 3 but still] of school! [it sounds pretty lame, but its an achievement!]

11.01.2022 Student Leader Profiles: Riley Byrne, Year 9. Currently studying English (SEALP), Prep for VCE Biology, Advanced Maths, Commerce Leadership role in the College Middle School Captain Star Sign Cancer... Employment Currently seeking employment Hobbies Gaming, Walking, Running I would like to be a Forensic Scientist. My Favourite Charity is Make a Wish Foundation, because supporting youths with their dreams is very wholesome and I support them. It's nice to see a child be happy, even with serious health conditions. If I could have dinner with any 3 people, dead or alive, they would be Jimi Hendrix, John Lennon and Tupac. In the future, I would like to invent a working AI controlled robot - seeing how things change and evolve is interesting, and I believe that robots are very intriguing and complex. What I like most about Brauer are the chances at leadership and community that it offers. My preferred study method is surfing the web you can find almost anything on the web. My Dream Pet would be a Sabre Toothed Lion I just hope he doesn’t become too aggressive. My Favourite Song Gangsters Paradise a great tune and good vocals. My favourite book genre is murder mystery. My greatest achievement so far was being featured on the radio for my piece of writing in Year 5, and also becoming Middle School Captain. I really enjoy going to Brauer College.

11.01.2022 Student Leader Profiles: Alle-Jane Sellens, Year 12 Currently studying English, Maths, Studio Art, Health, Business Management Leadership role in the College Senior School Captain Star Sign Aires... Employment K-Mart and Proudfoots by the River Hobbies Sewing, Reading I would like to be something to do with fashion. If I could have dinner with 3 people, dead or alive, they would be Tom Holland because he is Spiderman, Robert Downey Jr because he is Iron Man and Kevin Heart because he is funny. My preferred study method is summary notes then create and look, cover, write, check because I remember the content better. What I like about Brauer College is textiles. My Favourite Book Genres are thriller, action and romance.

11.01.2022 Student Leader Profile: Connor Murphy, Year 12 Currently studying English, Media, Biology, Food Studies, Outdoor Education Leadership role in the College Sports House Captain Star Sign - Scorpio... Employment Woolworths Hobbies Surfing, Swimming My favourite charity is Cancer Councill as everyone has been affected by cancer in some way. If I could have dinner with any 3 people, dead or alive , they would be Steve Irwin, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Juice world, as they all represent my biggest interests. In the future I would like to travel the world to see and experience all the diverse cultures. My favourite study method is to listen to music and block out distractions. What I like about Brauer College is The great opportunities and facilities. My Dream Pet would be a Tiger. Favourite artist and song is Alone - Marshmello. My Favourite genre of Book is Sci-Fi. My greatest achievement is reaching state level in swimming.

10.01.2022 Our Student Leader Profiles are a great way to introduce the College's Student Leaders. Introducing Charlee Sutcliffe, Year 9 and a Middle School Captain at Brauer College. Here are a few interesting facts about Charlee:... I am currently studying English, Maths, Advance, Year 10 Japanese, Textiles, Advanced Media Leadership role in the College Middle School Captain Star Sign Taurus Employment Koroit Country Bakehouse Hobbies Clarinet, Dancing, Singing, Piano My Favourite Charity is the Good Friday Appeal because it helps people by raising money for the Royal Children’s Hospital. If I could have dinner with any 3 people, dead or alive, Kim Taehyung, because he is my favourite artist and I feel like we could talk about anything for hours as we have similar interests. Park Jimin, he is a kind, loving and funny guy, we could laugh and talk for a long time. Bae Suzy, she is an amazing actor and singer, I would like to talk about her career and the struggles she has gone through. In the future, I would like to see a BTS concert because their concerts are absolutely amazing and 100% worth the money. They are incredibly talented when it comes to their singing and dancing, plus I’d feel like I’m at home because of ARMY (BTS fan base). What I like most about Brauer is I get to see my friends and have opportunities to do things I wouldn’t normally be able to experience. My Dream Pet would be a Chow Chow. My Favourite Singers are BTS. My Favourite book is All Fall Down, by Ally Carter and I love the fan fiction/romance/drama/realistic genre. My greatest achievement so far is staying up all night reading for 7 hours straight and then going to school and becoming a Middle School Captain.

09.01.2022 Art Project Students had to create a time lapse video exploring the art element on time. Chelsea is an amazing drawer and watching her complete her picture is fascinating!

06.01.2022 VET Engineering Projects happening in D Wing!

06.01.2022 Year 7 Woodwork A sweet project for our 7C class - making Gum Ball Dispensers!

05.01.2022 Student Leadership Profiles: Hayden Maher, Year 9. Currently studying English, Maths, Sport, Media, Commerce, PD and Pathways Leadership role in the College Middle School Captain... Star Sign Libra Hobbies Gaming I would like to be a Therapist. If I could have dinner with any 3 people, dead or alive, it would be Isaac Newton, Shakespeare and Winston Churchill so that I only have to pay my bill since they are dead and can’t eat. In the future, I would like to see world peace because if we bind together all of the worlds resources then the amount of things that we can do, become and learn are limitless. What I like most about Brauer is the awesome gym. My preferred study method is do everything the night before, so it’s fresh in my mind. My Dream Pet would be a Griffin. My greatest achievement so far is getting several million downloads of a Minecraft skin that I made when I was 7. I’m pretty friendly and work well with new people. I really enjoy going to Brauer College.

04.01.2022 Student Leader Profile: Connor Salt, Year 10 Currently studying Prep for VCE Chem and Physics, English, Prep for VCE Biology, Japanese, History Leadership role in the College SRC member Star Sign Aires... Employment KFC Customer Service Hobbies Singing, Writing, SFX Makeup I would like to be an author or a scientist. In the future, I would like to see Japan because the culture is inviting and beautiful. What I like most about Brauer is the variety of subjects and the kindness and friendliness of the teachers. My preferred study method is to go at my own pace and prioritise work due in earlier, it helps me reduce my stress. My favourite book genre is horror and murder mystery. My greatest achievement so far was when I was nominated for the Youth Achiever awards in Year 7. I am a friendly student who is always up for a chat. I love meeting new people and making new friends. Don’t be afraid to come up to me and say hi.

04.01.2022 Congratulations to Business Manager, Jodie Keast who is a finalist for this year’s Victorian Education Excellence Awards. The Virtual Awards presentation is tonight and recognizes the inspirational Business Managers who improve the school and support children and young people to develop the skills, courage and curiosity they need to succeed in life. The Regional Director, Dr Wendy Timms, stated, It is important to recognize Jodie’s achievements and work at Brauer College in being identified as a finalist of this prestigious award. Good luck tonight Jodie.

03.01.2022 Celebrating the end of the term via zoom - Dream Destinations! We hope everyone has a relaxing break and we look forward to the return to face to face learning for Term 4! Stay safe

03.01.2022 Student Leader Profiles: Tahj Beardsley, Year 12. Currently studying English, Specialist Maths, Math Methods, Chemistry, Physics Leadership Role in the College Senior School Captain Employment Cook at Blakes and Kitchen Hand at Proudfoots... Hobbies footy, fishing, long boarding I would like to be a Pilot. If I could have dinner with any 3 people, dead or alive, they would be Elon Musk, Neil DeGrasse Tyson and Jordan Peterson, there would be many great scientific and social questions to be had. In the future I would like to see This is a very broad question, so many things need to be done for the future. My favourite study method is note taking. You have to go over the topics to write them, which helps you remember them. My Dream Pet would be a big, smart, friendly, protective dog.

03.01.2022 A quick reminder that next Friday, 20th November is Exam Catch Up Day!

02.01.2022 Well done Alyssa!

02.01.2022 STUDENT LEADERSHIP PROFILE Brauer College would like to take the opportunity to introduce our Student Leaders. Over the holidays we will be posting profiles that the students provided to introduce themselves. Thank you to Ms Anna Gage for her coordination and organisation of these profiles. Caitlin Fehsler, Year 8: SRC Member... Currently studying English, Maths, Year 9 History, Tech Taster, PE, Year 9 Digital Technology Star Sign Leo Hobbies Writing, You Tube I would like to be an Author, a job with animals, maybe photography. In the future, I would like to see the world and famous landmarks. What I like most about Brauer is all the opportunities and being able to see my friends. My preferred study method is Revision. It doesn’t hurt to go back and look at things again and again. My Dream Pet would be a Lion. My favourite Authors are Veronica Roth, JK Rowling, John Green, Michael Grant. My Favourite Book genres are Fantasy, Sci-fi, Action, Horror, Dystopian.

02.01.2022 Term 4 Students doing a Unit are required for the GAT which is on Wednesday 7th October. They have already received information. (Please check information sent out by Mrs Jenkins, Mr. Richards and Mr. Alger) ALL students will be returning to the College on Monday 12th October and we are looking forward to seeing them all again. ... Students will be required to wear a face mask. The extensive cleaning program will also continue through fourth term. Thursday 8th October will be a catch-up day. Students will be advised to catch up or complete school work in readiness for the return to face to face learning. Uniforms will need to be tried on it has been a long time since the uniform has been worn! The uniform shop will be open all day on Thursday 8th October.

01.01.2022 Student Leader Profiles: Amelia Fiedler, Year 8 Currently studying SEALP English, Advanced Maths, Year 8 Food Technology, Atoms to Antigens, SIP, Building Australia for the future Leadership role in the College Sports House Captain Star Sign Aquarius... Hobbies Soccer and Running I would like to be a chiropractor. My favourite charities are the RSPCA. because I love animals and the Cancer council. If I could have dinner with any 3 people, dead or alive , they would be Charli Damilo, Bryce hall Sam Kerr, there my favourite Tik Tokers and favourite soccer player. In the future I would like to see Equal rights and pay for woman and men and equal right for everyonne no matter your race or colour. What I like most about Brauer is It accepts everyone. My favourite study method is hands on learning, because I learn more. My Dream Pet would be another dog. My Favourite song is Comatose, because it's by my favourite Tip Toker. My favourite books are the Twilight series. My greatest achievement so far is my leadership role and Scholarships.

01.01.2022 We have had lots of new members to the Secondhand Uniform Group in the last few weeks. Thank you to everyone who has shared the group and we hope it has been useful for those looking to buy and sell secondhand books and uniforms!

01.01.2022 Just a reminder that the Brauer Parents & Friends Association are looking for donations for our Easter Raffle Hampers. Could all donations and raffle books be delivered to the front office by Monday 29th March. Hampers will then be created, ready for our lucky winners drawn on 31st March.