School Sports Victoria State Football Team

Lincoln Brand was recently selected in the School Sport Victoria 15yrs State Football Team.

This is no mean feat; there were 3 stages of selection starting with approximately 600 players, which was cut down to the best 22 (plus 4 emergencies).

Lincoln said: "I had to work very hard the whole way through as we played 3 quarters and 3 playing positions. There is a 3-day training camp at the start of July where we train and do a little combine, then play a match against Caulfield Grammar which is followed by a jumper presentation".

Lincoln will head to the Gold Coast and compete at the School Sport Australia Football Championships from 27 July to 3 August.

On behalf of the Notre Dame College community, we would like to congratulate Lincoln on this amazing achievement and wish him all the very best at the Championships in July.

Senior Agricultural Class visits GV Water Farm

On Wednesday the Senior Agriculture students went out to GV Water Farm and spent the day learning new skills and working hands on with stock.

The focus was on lamb marking but other considerations like animal welfare, management and handling were at the forefront of learning for the day.

The Agriculture industry is an area where skilled and knowledgeable workers and owners are in high demand, the Certificate II in Agriculture at NDC enables students to work toward securing their chosen Agriculture careers.

A big thanks to Mr Sanders for sharing his knowledge and skills and coordinating relevant and fun practical sessions for all students to learn and enjoy.

Year 12 Driver Education

On Monday 3 June, all Year 12 students will attend a Vic Roads Driver Education presentation which will be held at Notre Dame College in the Monsignor Bones Hall. The presentation will take place from 2:25pm-3:15pm.

Correction to the Student Planner

The GAT date (June 18) has been labelled as a Student Free Day in the Student Planner.

Please note that this is not a student free day.

Japan Study Tour 2025 Parent Information Session

A Parent Information Session will be held for all senior Japanese students (Years 9 – 11) interested in going on the Japan Study Tour 2025 this Thursday May 30 at 5:00pm in the Bishop Joe Grech centre (the science building).

If you have any questions or are unable to attend, Students please ask your Japanese teacher.

Mrs Cormican, Mrs Dixon and Miss Ito

Parent Webinar Series

Elevate Education delivers high-impact workshops to our students that help to develop their study skills, motivation, and exam preparation. This term, you're invited to join their parent webinar series, where you can help support your child at home by reinforcing the skills they're learning at school.

Register today at: https://go.elevateeducation.com/auschoolwebinars

Year 12 VCE VTAC Information Night

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We are excited to invite you to our Year 12 VCE VTAC Information night, designed to provide comprehensive guidance and support for the final stages of your child’s secondary education journey.

EVENT DETAILS:

Date: 26 June, 2024

Time: 6:00 - 7:00pm

Venue: Knight Street Campus (Location to be confirmed)

During this session, we will cover crucial information about the VTAC University Application Process, SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applications, Course Preferencing, GAP Year options, and other essential aspects of the final year process for Year 12 students.

This is an excellent opportunity for you to understand the steps and decisions your child will be making as they prepare for their future Pathways into University.

Please Note: This will be a parent focused session.

Students will have an opportunity to engage in session with their peers during school times.

RSVP by: 15 June, 2024 by clicking the following link:

https://forms.office.com/r/k1M9SYuLjRor

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First Nations Cultural Skills

On Wednesday we were fortunate to have proud Bangerang man Roland Atkinson from the Bangerang Cultural Centre visit our Emmaus Campus to work with our young men at the College on the cultural skills of First Nations peoples.

It really was a tremendous session of skills that are so embedded in our indigenous culture and ones our young men are now also embracing. Here is a sample of some of the activities they took part in.

Sustainability Sessions - Year 9

During pastoral group last Wednesday, Year 9 students learned more about sustainability and how it influences our daily lives.

Each class learned about a different aspect of sustainability. One class designed cars using technology of the future to solve one of today’s environmental problems, while another went shopping for appliances and discovered that by looking at the star rating for power consumption, they can save money in the future and contribute to a cleaner environment. Designing a new way to pack snacks was the mission of another class, while the remaining class in each community came to understand how we are connected to the ocean.

Sustainability happens when economic, social and environmental factors overlap. Through lessons like these we can spread the message that small acts, like placing your rubbish in the right bin, does make a difference.

Helping young people stay safe online

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Reconciliation Week

'Now More Than Ever' reminds us that no matter what, the fight for justice and the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will and must continue.

May 26 was National Sorry Day. National Sorry Day is a special day that occurs in Australia every year. It is a day of remembrance and commemoration that highlights the impact of past policies of forcible removal on the Stolen Generations.

To learn more click here: https://www.twinkl.com.au/teaching.../the-stolen-generations

Sorry Day 2024

NDC students were represented at the 2024 Sorry Day Commemoration at Monash Park.

Sorry Day is a day where we pause to remember and acknowledge the stolen generations and the impacts of policies that caused such pain and suffering to individuals, families and communities over many generations.

Our First Nations College Leaders Milana Best and Blayne O’Brien, along with students from other schools in the region spoke to the large crowd that gathered.

Year 11 OES Coastal Walk

Last week the Year 11 OES class went on their 4-day coastal walk. During their journey along the Great Ocean Walking trail, they ventured into the Great Otways National Park which is a beautiful place to learn about and travel in Australia.

Whilst camping, the class came across a cheeky but very healthy Koala who was wandering around the campsite. A very delightful encounter for some of our students, as they had never seen one in real life.

Although a difficult camp and challenging for all, students had a lot of fun, learned important skills and made many memories to remember and revisit for the rest of their lives.