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25.01.2022 We are proud of our staff member, Elle. Read about her experience in the Seymour Telegraph article.

25.01.2022 Keeping you updated Please keep safe.

25.01.2022 Congratulations to sports coordinator Ms McDonald for her debut with the Melbourne Vixens last night! Her team had a 68-59 win over the West Coast Fever in Brisbane. We're proud of you, Elle!

24.01.2022 Dear Students, Parents and Carers You may have listened to the Premier's daily update which referred to a Roadmap for Recovery. This is the link to the roadmap:... https://www.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-covid-19-restrictions-ro As I write this post, the Premier is still conducting the briefing. Once I receive official communication from the Department of Education I will notify you of how this roadmap will be implemented at Seymour College. To all fathers and significant male roles to our students, I hope that you have enjoyed 'Fathers' Day' today. We appreciate all that you do to support our students each day. Gail Hardman Executive Principal

23.01.2022 Kids First Australia - our friend and partner at Seymour Family & Children's Centre - are accepting enrolments for three and four-year-old kindergarten for 2021.... If you live in Seymour, Kids First would love to welcome your little person into their high quality early learning environment. Click on the link below to enrol! https://www.mitchellshire.vic.gov.au//childr/kindergartens

23.01.2022 Our mail room and posties have worked hard to ensure next week's work packs are on their way to your letterbox! Thank-you to our wonderful staff for their work and the attention to detail in preparing and posting the packs.

23.01.2022 Dear Parents and Carers The 2021 Campion Secondary Booklists are now live and ready to be completed. Due to COVID no hardcopies will be available. ... All orders must be completed online via the following link:- www.campion.com.au using "V6ZY" as your code by Friday 4th December 2020. The payment screen will have the option to pay now by credit card or pay on the collection day being: Friday 22nd January 2021 8.30 am 12.30 pm PDF copies are also available on our website:- https://www.seymourcollege.vic.edu.au/parent-payment-lette/

23.01.2022 So great to see everyone in their footy colours today at Seymour College and at the Family & Children's Centre. You all looked wonderful. Enjoy the public holiday tomorrow Victorians. You deserve it.

22.01.2022 The Seymour Our Place team will be tuning into Life Hacks on the big screen in the big room at the Seymour Family & Children's Centre from 1:00 - 3:00pm on Mond...ay, 23rd November 2020. If you're keen to join in send us a facebook message or contact Louis on 0413 381 442 or at [email protected].

22.01.2022 Thank-you to everyone who made last night's Year 12 Valedictory Dinner happen - parents, students, and staff. A big thanks to Mitchell Shire Council for the use of the screen, O'Keefe's IGA Seymour for the catering, and North Central Hire for the furniture. Finally, thanks to Mr MacLeod-Smith for these wonderful photos!

21.01.2022 Our wonderful learners in our Inclusive Education 'Purple Room' have made hotdogs today for cooking. They would like to share their writing with you.

21.01.2022 A wonderful start to the week! It was great to observe our Year 7s to 12s greeting each other this morning. They had a lot to catch up on!

21.01.2022 To put a smile on your face: Here is Dylan and Tyson, playing together on a wet day last week. Dylan has been a great role model for Tyson.

21.01.2022 Do you know a talented young artist? SAM is calling for VCE Art, Studio Arts and Visual Communication and Design students from all over the North East Victoria ...region to register their artwork for FRESH: GV Top Art + Design. This exhibition will the first show in the new SAM building on Victoria Park Lake in 2021, and we're so excited to share the region's creative talent with our very first visitors after what has been a tough year for all but especially our VCE students. Parents, teachers, family, friends: we encourage you to share this incredible opportunity with all those students you know studying art and design. And students, if you need some inspiration to apply, hear from three former students who share how being part of this exhibition took them to where they are today. For further information and to apply, visit www.sheppartonartmuseum.com.au. Applications will close on Thurs 12 Nov at 4pm.

20.01.2022 Dear Parents and Carers After receiving further advice from the Department of Education and Training this evening, the arrangements for returning to on-site learning in Term Four have altered. I will need to consult with staff over the coming days and will advise you of the new arrangements by Friday.... I thank you for your understanding in this matter as the changes to COVID-19 restrictions in Regional Victoria are the reason for the review of start dates for different year levels in Term Four. If you have any concerns please contact the office on 57711300 during office hours. Any Facebook queries will also be responded to during office hours. Gail Hardman Executive Principal

19.01.2022 Recently, student Janaya and teacher David Stute have partnered with the Hume Dhelk Dja action group to give Years 11 and 12 VCE and VCAL Indigenous students a gift bag from the Body Shop as a well done and pick me up gift during these weird times. Also pictured in this photo are books Janaya and Mr Stute sourced through their Hume Dhelk Dja funding to have in the library for all students across the College to read and learn from.

19.01.2022 Dear Parents, Please find attached letter

18.01.2022 From Oct 12 all Victorians must wear a fitted face mask that covers nose & mouth when you leave home. Face shields, bandanas, or scarves on their own are no lon...ger sufficient. As restrictions ease and movement increases, the effectiveness of a face mask is even more important. - For more information about mask wearing across whole of Victoria see: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/face-masks-vic-covid-19 - For information about wearing masks at work, see: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/face-masks-work-covid-19

18.01.2022 Our VCAL students are preparing Care Packs for their family members and close friends. Erin has prepared an 'RUOK?' care pack for her Gran and Pa. This is an example of our students inspiring others and also taking a proactive and positive role in the wider community. We hope that Gran and Pa enjoy their surprise package!

17.01.2022 Congratulations to all our secondary students who received awards at yesterday's ceremony. You've done a fantastic job in a difficult year!

16.01.2022 The wonderful folk at FamilyCare "Helping families find solutions" are running LIFE HACKS on Monday, 23rd November 2020. LIFE HACKS is a free, online workshop d...esigned to help parents to problem solve and find balance in their lives. To register - or for more information - contact Liza on 0429 908 731 or [email protected].

16.01.2022 Next Friday is Wear it Purple Day, which is in support of safe, empowering, and inclusive environments for young people with diverse gender or sexual identities. We encourage staff and students to wear purple whilst learning at home or on-site next Friday!

16.01.2022 Online boot camp for students in Year 7-9! If you want to take part, you need to email Mr Nguyen by Sunday with your name and year level. All fitness levels welcome - all you'll need is a towel, yoga mat (if you have one), water bottle, and active wear.

16.01.2022 Here is Sachin in Year 8 aiming to beat Xavier's entry in the push-up challenge. Can you beat Sachin?! Send your entry to your PE teacher!

14.01.2022 Research indicates that parents are the single greatest influence on their child’s education and career decisions. High parental engagement can have a major impact on the young person’s learning. myfuture is a free online career service that provides resources and tools to help all age groups, including students and parents explore career options and occupations of interest. Parents and carers are invited to join an upcoming webinar that will demonstrate the free career plann...ing tools available on the myfuture website. Webinar details Date: Tuesday 24 November Time: 11am 12 noon Location: online Register now via the Parents Victoria website @ https://www.parentsvictoria.asn.au//la/836-careers-webinar

13.01.2022 Codey (part of the Purple Room) has read for 50 nights this year, so he is one of our star readers. Well done, Codey!

12.01.2022 Some of our students are doing 'superhero' training with their PE teachers - here are Isabelle, Keyara, and Tate from Year 7 doing a straight arm plank with shoulder taps with Mr Nguyen. If you can't hold the plank with straight legs and off the floor, you can either put one knee down on the floor like Isabelle or put both knees down on the floor like Tate!

12.01.2022 Dear Parents and Carers of students in Years 7 to 10 Teachers have set lessons via the video conferencing system Webex. They are reporting that not all students are logging on to access their teachers and learning activities. Can you please ensure that your child logs onto Webex and joins these lessons each week? Your child will have a log in code from their teacher to join these lessons.... If you need any assistance, please contact the office on 57711300 and we will ensure that the IT technicians assist you with the process of accessing Webex. Thank-you in advance for supporting this learning strategy during this time of Stage 3 restrictions. Gail Hardman Executive Principal

11.01.2022 The Parents & Friends association wish to thank everyone who participated in our ‘That’s Alotta Donuts’ Fundraiser. We had an amazing response( as you can see by the pic) and are immensely grateful for your ongoing support! A big thankyou to Chris from ‘That’s Alotta Donuts’ for his support of our school.

11.01.2022 It's R U OK?Day, a reminder that every day is a day to start a conversation that could change a life. Today we're calling on Australians to learn what to say af...ter R U OK? so they can keep the conversation going when someone says they're not OK. There's more to say after R U OK? Learn what to say when listening with an open mind Learn what to say when encouraging action Learn what to say when checking in Learn how to continue a conversation that could change a life. When we know what to say next we can help someone open up and find pathways to support long before they're in crisis. Learn what to say next and help us move closer to our vision of a world where we're all connected and are protected from suicide. Head to www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask

10.01.2022 Seymour College students aren't letting the lockdown slow them down! Trinity in Year 8 has been elected as Secretary for the Mitchell Shire Youth Council. Well done - we are very proud.

10.01.2022 Tomorrow is R U OK Day, where we are reminded to check in on the people in our lives to see how they are going. This is particularly important in these difficult COVID times. This video shares some great tips about what to do if someone says that they're not ok. If you need critical, urgent support, call 000 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.

10.01.2022 book club orders are due tomorrow, Friday 20th November

09.01.2022 This week, the Blue Room was excited to look at a book about volcanoes. Carin suggested we could make a volcano - but why make just one when you could make five! We used salt dough to make the mountain and decorated it with sticks and leaves from the playground. A bit of bicarbonate soda, dish washing liquid, and vinegar caused our volcanoes to erupt. Messy but lots of fun!

09.01.2022 Good afternoon, Seymour College SSS Class has submited an entry into the "Focus on Ability" Competition, We would love if you could take your time to check out the Video they have submitted and cast your vote! Well done SSS... Link to the Video/Voting Page: https://www.focusonability.com.au/FOA/films/1978.html

09.01.2022 Year 7 and 8 Engineering classes have been set the challenge to design and make a Rube Goldberg Machine. Zac sent this one in today, what a fantastic effort!

09.01.2022 Balancing Love & Discipline is an online parenting program designed to explore options and strategies for the various issues all parents face. This free, four-w...eek program begins on Monday, 23rd November. Contact the lovely folk from FamilyCare "Helping families find solutions" at the details below to register, or for more information.

09.01.2022 We know that 2020 has been difficult for many of our students, not being able to see friends or have the routine of a normal school day. Here is a list of places, provided by R U OK Day, that you can go to if you feel you need some support. Even though most students are learning remotely, you can still talk to Lloyd and Jayne (our school wellbeing team)! If you need critical, urgent support, call 000 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.

08.01.2022 WOW!!! thats Alotta Donuts! have arrived!!!!! Collection AFTER 2pm today at School!!

07.01.2022 Upcoming virtual open days! It is that time of the year for researching career pathways and planning for the future.

07.01.2022 Dear parents and carers I am now able to inform you of the return to on-site learning for Term 4 at Seymour College. Term 4 will commence on Monday 5th October. ... The following attendance requirements will apply for the first week of term: remote and flexible learning will continue for all students in Years 7 to 12 VCE and VCAL students can only attend on-site for the General Achievement Test on Wednesday 7th October and any other essential assessments during the week (This includes any Year 10 students studying VCE or VCAL subjects). Inclusive Education students return from Monday 5 October Foundation to Year 6 students return from Thursday 8th October On-site supervision will continue to be provided in limited circumstances consistent with the following guidelines: Children whose parents cannot work from home and where no other arrangements can be made: - Where there are two parents/carers, both must be working outside the home for their children to be eligible for on-site supervision - Single parents/carers must be working outside the home for their children to be eligible for on-site supervision - Any child with a disability The second week of Term 4, commencing on Monday 12th October will see all students from Year 7 to Year 12 return to full-time on-site schooling. This will be the first day that the College returns to its normal routine with all student on-site. Thank-you for your understanding in awaiting this important announcement. Regards Gail Hardman Executive Principal

07.01.2022 How good is this: Year 8 Humanities students collaborated with their teacher Mr Lazzaro to make a graph showing the rapid urbanisation of Las Vegas as part of their Geography unit. It's great they could draw it together by annotating over Webex and that they could use skills they've learnt in other subjects like maths!

06.01.2022 Jarred in Year 8 has started the new PE challenge, where students have to pick from a range of tasks to complete. Great idea to put it in a photogrid! Keep sending your photos and videos to your PE teachers. They are GREAT!

06.01.2022 Thoughts are with our families who live on the Puckapunyal Army Base and also all staff and students of Puckapunyal Primary School after the very sad news of the loss of many of the school's facilities. Seymour College welcomes Puckapunyal Primary School students, staff and families for the rest of the school year. More information will follow regarding organisational arrangements and updates. Our wellbeing staff and defence school mentor will be on hand if your family requ...ires further support. Gail Hardman Executive Principal

05.01.2022 Congratulations to Seymour College’s physical education teacher Elle McDonald on her netball team ‘Melbourne Vixens’ grand final win today!

05.01.2022 Today we are celebrating an oracy outcome of a VCAL student. Students were asked to select a place from Seymour and the surrounding areas as part of a 'Virtual Tour of Our Town' during remote learning to share with classmates, as we could not all get out and about on excursions. The brief was that they had to speak, create a short 2-3-minute clip. The aim of the clip should be to promote visits to our local area. ... This is Daniel's submission on the Commemorative Walk in Seymour. We are certain that it will bring visitors to our town! Congratulations Daniel!

04.01.2022 To celebrate our return to school the foundation students created a Spoonville. A place where we can go to see our Spoony friends and maybe catch up with some human friends that we haven’t seen in a while

04.01.2022 If you have a child at Seymour College or one starting in 2021, this is a free online event for you to attend, to help you and your child settle in to secondary school. To register for free, just call our office, and leave your name and email address. https://events.humanitix.com/starting-secondary-school-post

04.01.2022 Were pleased to announce that entries for our Three Minute MonoComp are now online at our website! As you can see, President, Joyce Baker-Dawber OAM is excited... to see what the creative people of the regions come up with in these interesting times. There are prizes in 5 categories and they cover both writing and performing, so if your strong suit is one and not the other, team up with someone to enter. Think you can write AND perform your own? Thats okay too! For full details, guidelines and how to enter, please visit: http://georgyawards.org.au/three-minute-monocomp WSSC Theatre Notre Dame College Greater Shepparton Secondary College St Joseph's College Echuca St Mary of the Angels Nathalia Seymour College St Mary's College Seymour Kyabram P-12 College Goulburn Valley Grammar School Euroa Secondary College Wallan Secondary College Assumption College, Kilmore Wangaratta High School Beechworth Secondary College Yarrawonga College P-12

04.01.2022 Seymour College students have today welcomed the Puckapunyal Primary School who have been displaced after their school burnt down over the weekend. The college students were excited to welcome Pucka Primary and made up a banner to make the students feel welcome.

03.01.2022 Here is something to get you motivated to be active for the weekend: some more student entries into the PE challenge! Hunter in Year 8 has been very busy, completing his exercise routine and making a YUMMY meal. And Xavier, also in Year 8, completed an awesome workout in the sunshine.

03.01.2022 Finally with the easing of COVID 19 restrictions easing in regional Victoria we are re-opening our That’s Alotta Donuts Parents & Friends fundraiser. I have attached a copy of the order form. We will take orders until 3pm on Wednesday 21st October and donuts will be sent home with students/available for collection on Wednesday 28th October. Thank you to everyone who has already placed their order, the waiting is nearly over!!! Come on board with our fundraiser, these donuts are delicious and you will be helping our Parents & Friends association and they help our students!!

03.01.2022 If you or someone you know needs help or someone to talk to, here are a range of services available.

02.01.2022 Welcome back to our Year 7 to Year 12 students tomorrow, October 12. This will be the first day that all students will be on-site for Term Four! A free lunch will be provided for our Year 7 to 12 students tomorrow (as we did for our F-6 students). Inclusive Education SSJ and SSS are also included in the free lunch tomorrow. As per the College Policy, all mobile phones are to be turned off and stored safely from the first bell of the school day to the last bell of the scho...ol day. Students do not require their phones for the COVID-Safe app when on the College grounds. A few reminders: Gates will be opened at 8:45am Foundation to Yr 6 - via Anglesey Street double entrance - Gate A2 Years 7-10 - via Loco Street entrance - Gate L5 Years 11-12 - via Hydrotherapy Pool entrance - Gate L2 Bus Travellers use the normal bus entry on Stewart St - Gate S1 All students require a personal water bottle as we are unable to run the drinking taps due to public health requirements. Students will be required to sanitise their hands on entering the College grounds. Temperature checks are not required at this point in time. All parents and carers are asked to socially distance when waiting at gates. Please ensure that you do not linger when dropping off and picking up your children. Social distancing markers are displayed on the areas adjacent to the gates. Parents and carers are unable to enter the school grounds and are asked to contact the General Office on 57711300 if any assistance on matters is required. All the best for the second week of Term Four. Gail Hardman Executive Principal

02.01.2022 SSJ celebrated the end our Initiatives program by creating a flower delivery service. We picked and arranged some beautiful flowers, and delivered them along with handwritten cards to some of our favourite special people around the school!

01.01.2022 SSS students have been learning about volunteering. This is Justin's written response to learning about poverty in Australia. At our College we have support from Foodbank Victoria and SecondBite to provide extra food for students at school and families at home. This term we have provided 50 packs of food for families. If you would like to have a pack of food provided for your family, please call the office (5771 1300).

01.01.2022 In Year 8 Art, students have been studying the Tjanpi Dessert Weavers, who are an art collective involving over 400 Aboriginal women from 28 communities across desert regions of Australia. Students were asked to make a sculpture using natural or found materials in a response to their study. Xavier used wool, wood, sticks, and rocks to make a sheep sculpture. He says he enjoyed making this artwork.