Werribee Secondary College in Werribee, Victoria | State school

Werribee Secondary College

Locality: Werribee, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9741 1822

Address: 45 Duncans Rd 3030 Werribee, VIC, Australia

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

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24.01.2022 IMPORTANT REMINDER: Year 12 students please submit your VTAC and SEAS applications by Friday this weekIMPORTANT REMINDER: Year 12 students please submit your VTAC and SEAS applications by Friday this week

24.01.2022 We will be celebrating Library Lovers Day (14th Feb) with 'Blind Date With a Book'. Students can participate by browsing through the profiles of the waiting books in the library... and if any of them catch your eye feel free to take them out (for up to 2 weeks)!

23.01.2022 ON TRACK are bringing their school holiday music program online. Across Monday September 21 and Tuesday September 22, ON TRACK will provide exclusive access to specialised video content with some of Australia’s best DJs and Hip Hop artists. In the Hip Hop sessions, students will learn how to turn their own experiences into lyrics and express themselves through song. In DJ sessions students will learn how they can DJ at home, build an artist brand and release music. Students will have special access to live Mentor Q&A chats and can share their work during live Zoom sessions. To register head to: https://ontrackregistration.typeform.com/to/ULSLfyyA

22.01.2022 Best of luck to all of our Year 12 students completing the GAT today. Although it has been a challenging year, we know your ongoing commitment to your studies and hard work will ensure great results.

22.01.2022 Our Year 10 Creative Action and Advocacy class has recently been studying sugar content, persuasive advertising and why it's important to read your food labels. Khushi Bharadwaj has created this great anti-sugar advertisement advocating for the school community to be aware of how much sugar they are consuming... Thanks Khushi for letting us share this important message.

20.01.2022 WSC 2020 IB Arts Exhbition - View detailed images at: http://www.werribeesecondaryartgallery.com/ib-visual-art-20

20.01.2022 The Paperclip Experiment.. A fun, easy introduction to the science of magnets.. Give it a go yourself!

19.01.2022 Students Return To On-Site Classes: 12th October: Year 7, 11 & 12 26th October: Year 8, 9 & 10Students Return To On-Site Classes: 12th October: Year 7, 11 & 12 26th October: Year 8, 9 & 10

19.01.2022 Videos from our recent awards ceremonies and graduation are now up for our College community to view - A password is needed to access the page which has been sent to parents and students via Compass today (to maintain the privacy of our students). http://werribeesc.vic.edu.au/awards-ceremonies-graduation/ (Please note: If the page appears blank after entering password, you may need to disable add blockers on your device in order for the page to correctly load)

19.01.2022 Last week we proudly celebrated the fantastic achievements of our students with awards ceremonies. We will have some footage from these ceremonies up to share with you all tomorrow. In the meantime, here's a sneak peak of our College, House & Committee Captains with their awards. Well done to you all.

19.01.2022 To help parents and carers build family resilience in these difficult times, the Department is presenting a free webinar on Tuesday 15th September, by renowned child psychologist Dr Michael Carr-Gregg. This webinar will give families some practical skills, knowledge and strategies for managing the lockdown period and remote learning. Register now on Eventbrite.

18.01.2022 The final years of school can be a challenging roller coaster of feelings to navigate. Don’t forget to reach out to your teachers, coordinators and wellbeing team if you are struggling or need extra support. We are here for you. The smiling mind group have created videos, meditations and activities to help our senior students through this difficult time. Click on the link to access more details https://www.smilingmind.com.au/secondary-school-program-fee You can download th...e smiling mind app onto your phone and listen to the ‘Feeling It’ mindfulness program for when you need to take a break and refocus. You’ll find it under Youth Programs. Some strategies to help during the exam period and for the rest of your life can be found in the tip sheets below. Tip 1 : Self-care strategies Tip 2: Respecting your vibe Tip 3: Create your oasis for study success Tip 4: The lion mind- becoming present Tip 5: Quiet that inner critic, create an inner mentor!

16.01.2022 No one know the importance of hand hygiene better than a cook! Check out the great handwashing poster below by Year 9 Hospitality student Namira Joarder

15.01.2022 Ready to start a new book?.. Join YA Librarian Sharyn and read along to 'Tomorrow When the War Began' by John Marsden. Catch FREE episodes on the Wyndham City Libraries YouTube Channel from 9th November. Recommended for readers 13+. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2bXoA4gD7sk_57-Q_ZXLHg

14.01.2022 Please find the following information on uniform fittings for year 7 students commencing in 2021. Fittings are by appointment only, no drop-in's. Any uniform queries can be directed to the uniform shop on 9974 8646.

13.01.2022 VCE exams have begun! We wish the best of luck to our VCE students undertaking their exams over the next fortnight, including the English exam this morning. In support of our VCE students, we'd like to share with you this message from James Merlino, Minister for Education.

13.01.2022 We invite parents of current grade 6 students to an information night at our College on Thursday 11th March at 7:00pm. The night aims to provide you with valuable information regarding Year 7 at our College for 2022.

13.01.2022 REMINDER - NEXT WEEK: Wednesday: Year 10 Photos Thursday: House Swimming Sports DayREMINDER - NEXT WEEK: Wednesday: Year 10 Photos Thursday: House Swimming Sports Day

12.01.2022 Congratulations to Luneah Wallis of year 8 for her winning digital illustrations in the Essential Creations competition run by Youth in Wyndham. Great work Luneah!

12.01.2022 Hey students, the 'On Track' holiday music program is on again in 2021 and registrations are now open! Full details in the flyers below. If you are interested in joining, email the below registration form to [email protected] as soon as you can to secure your place

12.01.2022 This week is NAIDOC week, where we celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This years theme 'Always Was, Always Will Be' recognises that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years. In the spirit of NAIDOC week, tomorrow our students will experience a traditional Welcome to Country performed by a Wurundjeri Elder. Learn more about NAIDOC week at www.naidoc.org.au #NAIDOCWeek2020

11.01.2022 A reminder that Student Leadership applications are open until 3:15pm on Friday 9th October 2020. Before you apply please read the position information available on Compass. It contains important information about the positions open for 2021. Once you have decided what you would like to apply for please submit your application using this form: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx ... Read your application through carefully as you only get ONE submission! Good luck with your applications. Mr Avery and Ms Wieland

09.01.2022 Mon 2nd Nov: Pupil Free Day Tues 3rd Nov: Melbourne Cup Public HolidayMon 2nd Nov: Pupil Free Day Tues 3rd Nov: Melbourne Cup Public Holiday

09.01.2022 Hi Parents, Carers & Students, We would like to share the following reminders with you regarding upcoming dates: The ‘Managing the Coronacoaster’ free webinar, for parents and carers, presented by child psychologist Dr Michael Carr-Gregg, is on tonight from 7.30pm. This webinar, from the Department of Education, aims to help build family resilience in these uncertain times. This webinar will give families some practical skills, knowledge and strategies for managing the lock...down period and remote learning. Register now: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/managing-the-coronacoaster- Parent/ Teacher Interview bookings are now open for the interviews taking place Thursday afternoon and Friday this week on WebEx. This means, there will be no more classes after period 3 on Thursday. Please refer to yesterdays Compass newsfeed for further details and instructions on how to book. Year 12 VTAC and SEAS course applications for 2021 are due by Friday this week. Any students requiring assistance please contact the Careers staff this week. The Victorian Premiers Reading Challenge closes on Friday this week. Please ensure any students taking part in the challenge have logged their books prior to this. Please contact the library staff for any assistance. Subject selections for current year 9 students who are entering year 10 in 2021 are now open. Full information is available on the OneNote page as listed on Compass. A copy of the subject selection handbook is also available on the school website. The date has been extended and selections are now due by 1st day of term 4 (5th Oct). Any questions please contact the Middle School staff. Student leadership applications for 2021 are now open, which includes House, Junior & Middle School, Committee, Sports, Technology and Visual Arts Captains. Further details and the application form have been provided to students on Compass. Applications must be submitted using the form provided by Friday 9th October. Any questions please contact Mr Avery or Ms Wieland.

08.01.2022 Parents, carers, school staff and school councillors are invited to attend the 2020 Parents Victoria Online Conference. The theme of the forum is a Brave New World: Changes, challenges and opportunities for families and schools. This year’s conference program includes presentations from expert speakers and groups on mental health support for students and parents, connecting school communities and engaging families. Deputy Premier and Minister for Education James Merlino will... open the conference and answer questions submitted by schools and families. To submit a question email [email protected] by Sunday 11 October. Details: Date: Monday 19 October 2020 Time: 10am to 1.15pm Cost: The conference is free but registration is essential. Registration: Register on the Parents Victoria website - The conference will take place on Zoom. Participants will be emailed a Zoom link on 18 October. For more information visit the Parents Victoria website www.parentsvictoria.asn.au or email [email protected]

06.01.2022 Don't miss this stunning performance of 'Minefields' (Faouzia & John Legend) performed by the amazingly talented Year 10 students Sukhman Multani, Anjeline Anslum & Josh Melaku. Wonderful!!

06.01.2022 Wyndham City’s free Youth Counselling Services are available to Werribee Secondary College students and their parents or carers. No problem is too small to seek help for, and we encourage you to access to their services whenever you feel the need whilst the College wellbeing team are away over the holidays. The service can offer you the following: - Up to 10 free individual counselling sessions, including for parents/carers... - Up to 10 free family group counselling sessions - Connect you to specialists, including bulk billing (free) psychologists. Please complete the counselling enquiry form at https://www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/community-counselling-enquir or call 8734 1355 to make an appointment. In addition, Wyndham Youth Check in and Chat is available to students aged 12-25 over the school holidays. The Youth Check in & Chat service consists of six phone or video sessions between a young person and a Wyndham City Youth Development Officer. This can be helpful to have someone to chat to, help set your summer goals or to help connect with local services you might need (foodbank, counselling, housing, Centrelink, etc.). Please complete the form at https://www.wyndham.vic.gov.au//services-/youth-check-chat or call 8734 1355 to register.

05.01.2022 The Werribee Secondary College Army Cadet Unit (WSCACU) is part of the Australian Army Cadets (AAC), a leading youth development program that is run nation-wide by the Department of Defence. The AAC promotes the core values of Service, Courage, Respect, Integrity and Excellence. Offering valuable leadership skills and personal development highly regarded by employers, involvement in the AAC is also a great advantage for students seeking to join the Australian Defence Force (...ADF) in the future. An unforgettable experience for young people, WSCACU provides students with unique opportunities to get involved in drill and ceremonial parades, supervised use of service firearms, weekend and week-long bush bivouac camps, leadership and management, physical fitness training, navigation, fieldcraft, first aid, survival training, abseiling and more Our Cadets develop confidence, sharpen practical skills and make friends for life with peers not only from our College, but also from across our State and wider Nation. WSCACU was formalised with the AAC in 2010 and inaugurated by the Hon. Julia Gillard in 2012. Our College operates as one of only three Army Cadet Units in government schools in Victoria. WSCACU parades once a week on Monday nights with additional events throughout the year, led by Unit Commander, CAPT(AAC) Thomas Nguyen, Company Commander, CUO Chee Lim, and Company Sergeant Major, CDTWO2 Lachlan Smith. For more information, eligibility and how you can join, please visit the Army Cadets website: https://www.armycadets.gov.au/

05.01.2022 Please join us in congratulating the following senior students on their newly appointed leadership positions for 2021: Burnet Captain: San Nguyen Burnet Vice Captains: Eshal Shoeb and Emily Zhong... Chisholm Captain: Sirni Kodali Chisholm Vice Captains: Angela Nacor and Samir Zejnula Dunlop Captain: Tyra Au Yong Moxon Dunlop Vice Captains: Julie Trinh and Julia Santiago Dynon Captain: Emma Moxham Dynon Vice Captains: Aman Khan Evatt Captain: Shanika Bagnato Evatt Vice Captains: Sophia Abubaker and Nour Abdulkader Gilmore Captain: Bianca Bulusan Gilmore Vice Captains: Khushi Bharadwaj and Srija Kodali Hollows Captain: Basmalah Ahtesh Hollows Vice Captains: Yesha Tesoro and Arnab Barman Murdoch Captain: Taimur Dar Murdoch Vice Captains: Yelo Areja and Qistina Mok Positive Climate for Learning Captain: Vishmi Withana-Arachchi Positive Climate for Learning Vice Captain: Tanja Ajit Community Engagement Captain: Sophia Franklin Community Engagement Vice Captain: Sameeha Khan Technology Captain: Farha Fahim Visual Arts Captain: Ari Smile VCAL Captain: Talia Guzzi Well done to you all. We're sure that you will continue to make WSC an amazing place to be!

04.01.2022 JP Books Backorder Collection: Students may collect backordered JP Books orders on Fri 5th Feb at Recess in the AtriumJP Books Backorder Collection: Students may collect backordered JP Books orders on Fri 5th Feb at Recess in the Atrium

04.01.2022 Wyndham City Youth Services offer many supports, groups and fun activities for students. Whether you're looking to try something new, meet friends with similar interests or need some help during a tough time, they are here to help!

04.01.2022 Upcoming Webinars For Parents: The Department of Education is partnering with headspace to run two parent information sessions. Supporting young people Notice, Ask, Connect Date: Thursday 10 December 2020... Time: 7pm 8:15pm Platform: Online Cost: Free For more information and to register visit Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/supporting-young-people-not Supporting young people transitioning from primary to secondary school Date: Tuesday 15 December 2020 Time: 7pm 8:15pm Platform: Online Cost: Free For more information and to register visit Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/supporting-young-people-tra

04.01.2022 WSC Parents and Guardians, we invite you to participate in a special survey that will help the School Leadership Team to understand your perception of Werribee Secondary College from a parent/guardian perspective. Your feedback will help us to develop appropriate goals for the School’s next four-year strategic plan, which is currently under review and will commence in 2021. We value your feedback and look forward to understanding more about your expectations of the College. You can access the survey here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx

02.01.2022 Asking isn’t always easy, but it could change a life.. With R U OK day tomorrow, it's important to know what to do next if someone is not OK...

02.01.2022 We hope all of our students and families have a safe and restful holiday break. We will catch you back online on 5th October. Stay Healthy!

01.01.2022 The second-hand uniform shop will be re-opening for students each Thursday between 3.00pm and 4.00pm, starting tomorrow. Covid safety measures will be in place. With the new year fast approaching, second-hand uniform is currently in high demand. If you have any surplus uniform that you have outgrown or no longer require, (students) please visit the shop to submit them for sale. All items submitted must be freshly laundered and in good to excellent condition. For new year 7 en...rolments for 2021, the second-hand uniform shop has implemented a separate booking system for Monday evening appointments to accommodate these visits. Year 7 fitting appointments can be booked at: http://werribeesc.vic.edu.au/y7-2021-sh-uniform-appointment/ The second-hand uniform shop is run by the WSC Parents & Friends committee who volunteer their time. New members are always welcome.