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Colac Secondary College

Locality: Colac, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5231 9800

Address: 173 Queen Street 3250 Colac, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.colac-sc.vic.edu.au/

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25.01.2022 SSV Virtual Track and Field - All Victorian students are welcome to take part in this great opportunity. There are several ways you can be involved. SSV is not looking for the best performance, they are looking for students to give it a go. Students can go to the website for more information - https://www.ssv.vic.edu.au/ or check Compass for more details. By taking part in this great event, you will not only score points for your school, but you will also be improving yourself every time you try. There is nothing better than self-improvement and personal bests.

24.01.2022 Today CSC celebrates R U Ok Day. Even though we are doing things a bit differently, its important to acknowledge the national day of action dedicated to reminding everyone that any day is the day to ask, Are you OK?. The theme for 2020 is Theres more to say after R U OK?. R U OK? Day encourages everyone to check in on each other and to support those who may be struggling. It highlights the importance of having these conversations throughout the year, not just on the... one day. This is very important every year, but particularly more so after a year of such disruption, with the additional stressors the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has placed on our community. By having wellbeing conversations, we empower each other to access the support available for our mental health. We want to take this opportunity to remind you that always reach out if you need help and that you are never alone. See more

24.01.2022 This week we have checked in on Mikhaela, Esther, Trey & Hayley to see how they are travelling during remote learning 2.0. Well done to all our students, 7 more days of the term to go, weve got this!!

24.01.2022 Well done to our Year 7 Art students submitting their paintings inspired by Marc Chagalls I and the Village

23.01.2022 This week is National eSmart week (6th -12 Sept). Now, more than ever is the time to work together to keep our kids safe online. Many parents feel teaching their kids about online safety is important, but they dont quite know how to go about it. Here are some fantastic websites to help parents and students find the answers to those questions. Alannah & Madeline Foundation - https://www.amf.org.au/ eSafety Commissioner - https://www.esafety.gov.au/ Dollys Dream - https://parenthub.dollysdream.org.au/

22.01.2022 Orientation Day is just around the corner and now that restrictions have eased we are pleased to say we can have our Year 6 students on site. Our Year 9 buddies and Year 7 leaders are ready & excited to be meeting everyone and have some fantastic activities organised. Our team have been corresponding with all Primary schools throughout the transition process, if you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the school on 52319800. Please note the scheduled ‘iPad information evening’ has been cancelled, but the great news is all information will be uploaded to the school website this week. See you on Orientation Day.

22.01.2022 Flashback Friday - 2010. Bringing two schools together certainly did not come without its own challenges, but what better way to build friendships & team spirit than putting together sporting teams.

22.01.2022 Wellbeing Wednesday - We know that positive connections are crucial for our wellbeing and the best way to do this is through our friendships. Understanding that sometimes our friendships can come and go over time and this is perfectly natural. It is important to look at our friendships to ensure that they are bringing out the best versions of ourselves

21.01.2022 Bored? Wanting to escape? Run away with a book! The Corangamite Regional Library has electronic fiction, non-fiction, magazine and audio books that you can borrow. Not a member join online its free and easy! Colac Community Library and Learning Centre

21.01.2022 Health And Physical Education Your exercise and food choices each day affect your health how you feel today, tomorrow, and in the future. A key message from out HAPE teachers has been to keep active and eat healthy throughout Remote Learning 2.0. Here are some photos of our Junior students being Active, something we are encouraging for at least 30 minutes a day.

20.01.2022 https://kidshelpline.com.au/coronavirus Kids helpline is a fantastic website to explore and answer any questions or concerns you may around Mental Health, Family/school, Quarantine & so much more.

20.01.2022 Last week Colac SC Clay Target Shooting Club students headed out to the Colac Gun Club for a training session on Firearms Safety and Gun Handling Awareness. Students were briefed on comprehensive Firearms Safety techniques then took part in a practical workshop practising gun handling, correct firearms stance and underwent training using firearms in Down The Line clay target shooting, where they further developed their firearms safety skills and shooting techniques. Colac SC students and staff would like to thank the Colac Gun Club and Terry Woodcroft from Victoria Police for their support and Sarah Holt and the staff from Holt’s Gun Shop for supplying firearms and ammunition.

20.01.2022 Last night - Friday 7th August would have been the CSC Senior Ball. Year 12s decided restrictions & COVID-19 were not going to spoil what should have been. Such a resilient group- CSC are extremely proud of their positive mindset!

19.01.2022 As part of the CCC (Careers, Connections, communities) program our Year 9s were encouraged to demonstrate kindness by Paying it Forward in their homes and throughout the local community. Well done to Thomas Riches who went above and beyond by making Rumballs, Yo-Yos and slices, which he delivered to people throughout the community. In his own words I am giving them to people whose jobs have not stopped during this Covid pandemic and maybe in some ways their jobs have become a lot harder. Thank you Thomas for showing true community spirit and thinking of others.

19.01.2022 Flashback Friday - lets continue.. Flashback Friday takes us back to 2010, the amalgamation of two schools. Here you will see a staff photo, do you recognise anyone? Did they teach you?

19.01.2022 Its Taco Tuesday. If you are cooking at home today, whether that be Tacos or any sort of food, send us your pics. Note-photos in this post were taken pre Remote Learning 2.0

18.01.2022 Cooking has been a highlight for students during Remote Learning, showcasing their skills in the kitchen and producing some amazing food. Well done everyone!

17.01.2022 Year 9 Science students have investigated electricity and magnetism, applying these concepts by looking at the physics behind wind turbines. This unit of work culminated with a trip to the Mt Gellibrand Wind Farm. Nathan from ACCIONA took our students on a tour of the wind farm, sharing insights to the turbines construction, operation and efficiency. Acciona.Australia

16.01.2022 Dear CSC families, Great news!! I have just been notified tonight that CSC will reopen tomorrow Thursday 6th August. This will provide access for staff and students wanting to collect personal materials required for the Remote Learning period. This is the result of DHHS verification that the contact tracing and deep cleaning processes have been completed across the school. ... College Opening schedule: Tomorrow, Thursday 6th August, Students may organise to access the school from 11:00am, please call the college ahead on 5231 9800 to arrange a time to collect your belongings and required materials. Be aware of the required safety protocols below for entry to the school site. ## Visitors and staff must use hand sanitiser before signing in/out 1. Report to Student office - Open between 11:00am and 3.00pm 2. Sanitise hands 3. Get temperature tested 4. Sign in for contact tracing purposes 5. Wear a mask 6. Adhere to social distancing protocols. Two metres between people where possible Please refer to Compass for the proposed CSC Remote Learning 2.0 Timeline. Thank you for your support & patience. Scott Dellar Executive Principal Colac Secondary College

15.01.2022 We would like to thank all our students and families for thier support and patience during these incredibly trying times. As you would be aware, the Victorian Government has released its plan for easing coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions from Monday 14th September, this includes the following decisions about school operations. All schools will continue to provide remote and flexible learning for the remainder of Term 3. Please note; these changes remain subject to the advice... of Victorias Chief Health Officer: During the first week of Term 4 (5 9 October), remote and flexible learning will continue for all Yr 7-12 students in rural and regional Victoria. VCE and VCAL students can only attend on-site for essential assessments during this week, and this includes the important General Achievement Test (GAT) on Wednesday 7th October. From the beginning of the second week, Monday 12th October, CSC will return to face to face teaching using the following schedule; Monday 12th October All students in Year 10 - 12 return to school and onsite learning. Wednesday 14th October All students in Year 7 - 9 return to school and onsite learning. Please refer to Compass for a more detailed letter to families from our Principal Scott Dellar. See more

14.01.2022 CSC Office Term 3 Reduced Hours 10.00am 3.00pm Phone: 5231 9800 Email: [email protected]... Please phone our friendly office staff for assistance as we are trying to limit on-site visits where possible. Thank you sincerely to all of our fantastic families for your ongoing support. How lucky we are to have such supportive parents, carers, and students. #Keepcscsafe

13.01.2022 Today the Year 9’s participated in the Just think Program, delivered a bit differently by Kate our school nurse. Just Think, is a joint Geelong Football Club and BCYF community program that educates young people about the impact of alcohol on individuals and the community. The program aims to support the decision to delay alcohol consumption until 18 years of age, and to reduce the amount of alcohol currently being consumed by young adults. CSC was gifted a 2020 Geelong Cats Guernsey from the Geelong Football Club for their support & acknowledgement of the Just Think programs. We look forward to future involvement with the Just think Program. Geelong Cats

13.01.2022 Family/Student surveys - We would sincerely like to thank all students and families for their continued efforts and support across Remote Learning 2.0. We acknowledge the unique and varied challenges our community are facing throughout these unprecedented times. We value your feedback in response to Remote Learning 2.0 and invite all CSC students and families to complete the feedback survey send out via Compass by clicking on the link. The survey will close by 9pm, Tuesday the 7th of September. Thank you again for your support.

13.01.2022 Not everyday is good but there is something good in everyday Our amazing school nurse Kate has put together this short video with tips for our students during Remote Learning. Our Well-being team at CSC are available, whether that be for a chat or a catch up, details on how to connect can be found on Compass news feed. Stay Positive and Keep Motivated.

13.01.2022 Good Morning from everyone at CSC!! We are half way there, 3 weeks of Remote Learning left, we can do this! Dont forget this week is only a four day week with a Student Free Day on Thursday (27th August).

13.01.2022 Flashback Friday - 15th February 2010. An article in the Colac Herald with newly appointed school captains Maggie McKenzie and Mitchell Brown urging the wider community to support the amalgamation of the two schools. A fantastic article from two positive and proud students who came together to lead the whole school community in 2010. Colac Herald

12.01.2022 Good Morning to our CSC families! We are on the home stretch to a well deserved break. A reminder - along with a Student Free Day on Friday we will be conducting Year 10-12 Parent/teacher/student conferences, please check Compass for details. Term 3 Progress reports are also available via Compass. If you have any questions please contact the school office between 10am-3pm on 52319800.

11.01.2022 Year 7's have recently been learning about Probability in Maths, the culmination of the topic was when all our students got to create their own 'Game at the Fair.' Working in groups, students got to create a fair game attraction and then play each others creations. On display were some fine examples of creativity, ingenuity and teamwork.

11.01.2022 Youth Health Hub are running a Virtual Youth Art Competition! See below for more details.

11.01.2022 We checked in with a few of our students & asked them some questions around Remote Learning 2.0.

11.01.2022 A huge thank you to our students and parents for completing the survey last week. Your feedback is very much appreciated to help us provide meaning learning opportunities throughout these unprecedented times.

11.01.2022 Happy Fathers Day to all our amazing Dads out there!! Stay safe!!

09.01.2022 Welcome to Remote Learning 2.0. Firstly, thank you for your patience whilst the College has been closed. Great to see so many familiar faces today whilst collecting books & equipment. Our staff have been busy preparing their classes and cannot wait to see everyone tomorrow. We wish everyone the best as the whole College begins Remote Learning 2.0. We are here to support, please do not hesitate to contact us at anytime.

09.01.2022 A reminder to all our Year 12 students and parents/guardians, an Information session will be held tonight at 6pm via Teams. All relevant information around SAC protocols, Uni Open Days, VTAC info, exams and yr 12 calendar will be covered. Please check your emails for the link.

08.01.2022 2010 Flashback Friday - The Colac Community Library was officially opened to Colac Secondary College students & public on 18th October 2010. The new joint-use library was well received by our students who could access the new auditorium, IT lab & their own study space. 10 years on & the facility is still successfully shared by both students & public. Colac Herald

07.01.2022 COLACS BIG NIGHT IN - TONIGHT!! Colac Otway Shire Council, Colac Herald, Mixx1063, Nick Moloney and Zoe from Red Door Dance & Theatre are Banding Together once more for Colacs Big Night In. Tonight 12th September 6.30pm. Order in local takeaway or produce and put your feet up with the family to watch some great local talent!! Tune into Red Door Dance and Theatre Co Facebook page at 6.30 & who knows you may see some familiar faces. Lets continue to Keep Colac Safe and support our people and our businesses. #keepcolacsafe #bandtogethercolac #colacsbignightin

07.01.2022 Over the past three days, Year 8 Science students have travelled to BioLab in Geelong to investigate the nervous system and reaction time. Students participated in experiments, collecting and analysing primary data. They have been able to extend their learning on human body systems, as well as getting off site for the day. Great work Year 8’s!

07.01.2022 Flashback Friday takes us to September 2010. A group of very excited dancers were on their way to the Victorian State School Spectacular at Melbournes Hisense Arena. A tradition that still continues to this day.

06.01.2022 Reminder - Year 7 & 10 immunisations tomorrow, please refer to Compass for more information or call Colac Otway Shire immunisation unit on 52329429

05.01.2022 Remote Learning 2.0 - A message from our teachers to our families. We are all in this together. Keep in Touch!!

05.01.2022 This year in VCE Music Units 1 and 2, Tianna and Zara worked on solo and group pieces for their performances. Their growth has been really great to see, and this performance is the culmination of two terms of work. In Term 3, Tianna and Zara worked separately to learn their own parts, and their hard work paid off when they fit together seamlessly in their first rehearsals together in term 4! What Is This Feeling? From Wicked: The Musical

02.01.2022 Reminder to all Year 9 parents/guardians & students, Year 9 into 10 Transition Interviews will be held this Friday (21st August). All interviews will be conducted online, information on how to book you childs interview and the online process can be found on Compass.

02.01.2022 Transition Interviews for current Year 10 & 11 students will be held this Thursday 13th August. Please refer to Compass for more information.

02.01.2022 The man behind the Keep Colac Safe videos. Thanks Andy!

01.01.2022 AWARDS CEREMONY - Today we will be holding our ‘Awards Ceremony’ in the Bluewater complex. The awards Ceremony will be a chance for us to acknowledge students from year 7-12 for their hard work & dedication throughout the year. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 restrictions we cannot allow families to join in the celebrations therefore we will be filming the ceremony where it will be uploaded to our website. If you require more information regarding the Awards Ceremony, please log into Compass or call the school on 52319800. Thank you once again for your ongoing support of our College.