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Mount Alexander College

Locality: Flemington, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9376 1622

Address: 167175 Mount Alexander Road 3031 Flemington, VIC, Australia

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24.01.2022 SPECIAL REPORT: Vaping & E-Cigarettes Vaping is becoming a trendy pastime that is growing in popularity across Australia, especially amongst teenagers. It is the act of inhaling a vapour created by an electronic cigarette, or e-cigarette. Many teenagers are succumbing to peer pressure around this risk-taking activity due to the ease of accessing and hiding vapes. They are often cheaper than conventional cigarettes, making it more cost-effective and attractive to young people.... Although under 18s are not legally allowed to purchase any type of e-cigarette or vaping product in Australia, teenagers are finding ways to access them online. Australia has strict regulations in place for nicotine-containing products, and attempts are being made to regulate vaping and ban the importation of them. Many of the flavoured liquids associated with vaping, contain not only high levels of nicotine, but other potentially harmful additives. Many of these e-liquids contain chemicals that are likely to be toxic, that when inhaled or vaped repeatedly, can cause severe damage to the lungs. Vaping is often marketed as being the healthy alternative to smoking. However, doctors strongly advise that if you do not smoke, then you should not start vaping. Most teenagers are unaware of the associated risks and potential impact vaping can have on their development and overall health. Parents are encouraged to discuss the dangers of nicotine addiction and include e-cigarettes in the discussion alongside alcohol and drugs. This Special Report highlights the facts around vaping and e-cigarettes and what are the potential risks. We hope you take time to reflect on the information offered in this Special Report, and as always, we welcome your feedback. If you do have any concerns about the wellbeing of your child, please contact the school for further information or seek medical or professional help. Here is the link to your special report https://mountalexandercollege.vic.schooltv.me//special-rep

22.01.2022 REMINDER: Working Bee this Saturday A reminder to all parents and carers that we have another working bee this Saturday morning from 8 am to 12 pm. Members of the Parents and Friends Association will be there supporting the school. Please let us know you are coming by booking in through the CompassTix event: compasstix.com/e/laoljncaby... The focus will be on a general tidy up and gardening. Please bring your own garden tools and gloves.

19.01.2022 This message from the Victorian Chief Health Officer outlines strategies to manage coronavirus (COVID-19) in schools and explains why transmission risk at school is low

18.01.2022 Can you help with next week's working bee? The focus will be on tidying up the gardens and grounds. Please let us know by booking in: https://compasstix.com/e/laoljncaby

17.01.2022 We're looking for a Youth Intern! The position incorporates skill and professional development and provides general project, administrative and facilitative support to a variety of projects delivered by the Youth Leadership Team. Apply here: cmy.net.au/work-with-us/working-for-victoria/

15.01.2022 How wonderful that things have opened up so that the PFA are able to raise much needed funds for the school again! They can't do it without your help, so please let them know how and when you can help at the West Footscray Bunnings Sausage Sizzle Fundraiser by sending an email to [email protected] or call or message the amazing Bron on 0432 609 856. From all the staff at MAC, we are so thankful for the work the PFA do to help out with things like this. Past fund...raising events have assisted the school to purchase and install shadecloth, purchase a coffee machine and create the futsal court and nature adventure playground. The PFA always welcomes new members. Contact them to see how to join: [email protected]

15.01.2022 The 2020 Awards Night will be hosted on November 30 from 7.00pm - 9.00pm. It will be a night where we celebrate the achievements of our students who have demonstrated excellence in their learning and engagement in school. Due to COVID restrictions we have made changes to the program. Award recipients and Grads 2020 will be invited to the event hosted at the school. We invite all other students, families and community members to join the celebration which will be live streamed... on YouTube. The link will be shared closer to the date Looking forward to you joining us on the night.

14.01.2022 Wearing a face mask correctly helps to protect you and others. How you put your mask on and take it off reduces the risk of contamination, and helps keep you safe. Here are some tips to help perfect your technique: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/face-masks-vic-covid-19 #COVID19Vic

10.01.2022 The day is here! The 2020 Awards Night kicks off on our YouTube channel at 7pm tonight. Make yourself comfy and tune it at 7pm to hear performances, awards and celebrations https://youtu.be/s09RWXEQpzA

08.01.2022 SchoolTV SPECIAL REPORT: Having the Alcohol Discussion With the impending festive season and end of school celebrations, some teenagers may be feeling ready to party, wanting to put the disruptions, frustrations and disappointments of this past year, behind them. To ensure our young people stay safe during this time, parents and carers are encouraged to have the alcohol discussion - no matter how difficult or overwhelming it may be. It is important to outline the rules and bo...undaries around age-appropriate alcohol consumption and what the legal implications may be. Young people are at greater risk of alcohol-related harm than adults because their brains continue to develop until their mid-twenties. The safest level of alcohol consumption for teenagers, is no alcohol at all, but this may be difficult to enforce and may not prevent them from experimenting. However, parents and carers can influence sensible drinking habits and help minimise the risks. In this Special Report, a series of discussion points are offered to help make the conversation about alcohol consumption a little easier. We hope you take time to reflect on the information offered in this Special Report, and as always, we welcome your feedback. If you do have any concerns about the wellbeing of your child, please contact the school for further information or seek medical or professional help. Here is the link to your special report http://ow.ly/SWs950CotbU

07.01.2022 This was fantastic news! We are thrilled! Thank you Danny for your support and to the Andrew’s government. Our community deserves a well resourced school that can continue to deliver great educational outcomes for young people! A great day indeed!

02.01.2022 The latest MAC News has been published. Inside are the announcements of the 2021 student leaders, a farewell to our 2020 Graduates and much more. You'll find it here: http://www.mountalexandercollege.vic.edu.au//mac-news-11-/

01.01.2022 Deputy Premier and Minister for Education James Merlino has prepared a video message that acknowledges every Victorian Year 12 student for their extraordinary effort in completing their schooling, at the end of this unprecedented year. Congratulations to all of our Year 12 students.