TERM 1 2012

The 2011 Marden Senior College Presentation Night was celebrated in grand style on Wednesday 7 December at the Norwood Town Hall. It was a wonderful opportunity to acknowledge the achievements of our students and celebrate their success at the end of the school year.The evening was made especially memorable by the official appearance of Flying Officer John Kameron in full uniform and the amazing vocal performance by ESL Teacher, Maria Kvopka – truly a highlight!The 2011 Caltex Best All Rounder Award winner was Kelsey Squire. She expressed her appreciation to her teachers for their

ongoing support throughout the year and highlighted the significant impact they had on her.We look forward to celebrating the successes of our 2012 students on Tuesday 20 November!

Michelle CorderaCoordinator: Community Partnerships

PRESENTATION NIGHT 2011

REGISTER OF ACHIEVERS / MERIT CEREMONY

A special ceremony held on Tuesday 28 February celebrated the launch of the 2011 Register of Achievers Booklet. The successes of past Marden Senior College students, 2011 Stage 2 students who achieved Outstanding Achievement Awards and/or a Merit in their studies and the induction of the 2012 SGA members were all celebrated. Dr Chelsea Avard and Alexandra Rossi’s responses on behalf of former students emphasized their gratitude for the excellent teaching and recognition of people’s individual needs at Marden. They both acknowledged the role Marden Senior College played in providing them with opportunities to achieve success.The 2011 Register of Achievers booklet contains inspirational stories from 11 former students who have found their own special ‘pathway to success’ at our College. The stories of these students are quite inspirational. Ask your teachers to show you a copy.

Michelle CorderaCoordinator: Community Partnerships

R E G I S T E R O F A C H I E V E R S

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Welcome to 2012 at Marden Senior College. These last months have been a busy period for everyone so it is a good time to take a moment and reflect on the year so far.College CommunityMany of you are new to the College. When I was newly arrived people helped me settle in by being friendly, encouraging, and generous in sharing experiences. I trust you too have experienced this warmth and level of support, particularly in refining your study goals for this year and beyond.Every year the Marden Senior College is made up of people from a variety of places and with different personal goals. As a College we welcome all our new and continuing students and offer best wishes for your studies at Marden.It is great to be able to welcome faces new to the MSC staff team as well: Stephen Inglis (Assistant Principal Curriculum and Professional Learning) and Vimal Patel teacher of Physics and Mathematics . Thanks go to everyone for supporting new colleagues, and helping settle students into courses and on track towards their personal success.College successesThere have been many notable events already in 2012. SACE results and SATAC offers saw significant successes for many students from last year. At the SACE Merit Ceremony at Government House 26 students were awarded. The Registered Training Organisation Graduation ceremony was attended by the Minister for Education and Child Development, students and many supporters. Overall 219 people graduated including the 1000th graduate since the inception of the RTO. Graduates praised the work of College trainers. Congratulations go

to all students now on the next leg of their learning journey, particularly those recognised at the recent Celebration of Student Achievement event.Other successful activities highlight the range of services and talents at the College. Orientation days and College Forums gave many new students a chance to meet their teachers and settle in. Elections are complete for the Student Government Association and student reps have joined the Governing Council. The 2012 Fringe Photography exhibition demonstrated the depth of creative talent here. Harmony Day and the recent successful Trash and Treasure day, BBQ and Wednesday Bread days also show strong commitment to community involvement.College facilitiesFacilities continue to be improved. Students are now using the new Students Services area and the re-furbished toilets. More on-site works are planned and it means parking for visitors and staff is tight. Students are reminded of the ample parking spaces off lower Portrush Road.As part of the College Strategic Plan input is encouraged on how the College facilities can better serve student needs into the future while being as environmentally responsible and sustainable as possible. Students are invited to contribute to the further development of the College community and facilities. If you see opportunities to make improvements forward them to members of the Student Government Association, your teachers or make a time to discuss them with me.As a college our focus is the education, training and well-being of students. It is the interests of all of us and the responsibility of all members of Marden Senior College to contribute to maintaining a welcoming, safe adult community where the best personal achievement is possible. Education is a partnership and communication is the key.The challenge for us is to work together as achievement focussed partners. Share your thinking. Make the most of the support and services offered at the College to help you along your own ‘pathway to success’.

Brenda HarrisPrincipal

Thank you to our 2011 award sponsors

TRASH AND TREASUREFROM THE PRINCIPAL

RTO GRADUATION

Evan Sierros Mandy RegoSally Morley

At this time of the year the pressure is really on to submit work, manage subject requirements & expectations. All your teachers can provide support, however additional support & advice is available from the counsellors in Student Services. Confidential discussions can also be arranged by direct contact with one of the counsellors or by making a booking at Reception.

Ann Le Cornu

MEET THE COUNSELLORS

The graduation ceremony for the Open Access College and Marden Senior College Registered Training Organisation was held at the Payneham Library Complex on 10 February and attended by approximately 230 guests. Grace Portolesi, The Minister for Education and Child Development spoke about the importance of vocational training for South Australia’s development and acknowledged the excellent training provided by our RTO. The guest speaker, Sue Hickey, outlined the history and growth of the RTO. Sue’s role as a member of the RTO executive since its establishment, her role as Assistant Principal (Curriculum) at Marden Senior College together with her role as both a trainer and student of the RTO provided a valuable insight into the role of the OAC/MSC registered training organisation as a quality deliverer of qualifications in Business, Community Services, Visual Arts and Media. Sue also explained the increased recognition of VET training in the SACE and the multiple pathways that were now available.219 students graduated in 2011 and this was a significant increase from 2010 when 158 students graduated. 67 graduates were able to attend the ceremony. The presentation of the RTO’s 1000th certificate was an important milestone. The formal presentation was followed by afternoon tea where trainers, students and guests were able to share and celebrate achievements.

The 2012 SGA representatives are very excited about winning their positions this year. We are looking forward to organising many fun events this year. We would like to thank everyone for their contribution regarding the harmony day barbeque and trash and treasure. We raised over $570.70 for the SGA, which we shall put to good use for students. We would like to state now, that there WILL be a formal happening at some point this year. The amount of feedback from students regarding the prospect of a formal was staggering. We are in the process of organising themes, dates, prices, and the location of the event itself. If you have any suggestions regarding the formal or events in general, do not be afraid to approach any of us and voice your suggestions. We all look forward to your suggestions and involvement in events during the year.SGA 2012Jean Jones (Co-President), Michael Coburn (Co-President), Sruthi Pujara (Secretary), Nicole Pipinis (Marketing Officer), Ahmed Ali Abdi (Treasurer), Alex Moran, Scott O’Dea, Luke Morris, Jamie Matthews-Batanas, Jemal Mussa, Blaise Cheshi, and Rebecca Kormoch.

MARDEN EDUCATION CENTRE LIBRARY

STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION

An enthusiastic team of staff are available to assist students in the library. We welcome Debbie Wightman to the library team for MSC for 2012. The library has an extensive range of resources you can access either in the library and/or via the MSC website under the Library link including books, DVDs and electronic databases. An online tool that is proving very popular is the Online Referencing Generator (ORG) that can assist in the preparation of bibliographies. The tool is available on the library page on the website. If you need any help to find or use the ORG or any of the other resources, then please ask. There is always a staff member at the desk to help out. Topping up Printing and Internet The machine to top up your credits for printing and/or internet is in the library. You will need your ID/Library card to use in the machine. Please ask the library staff if you need help the first time you use it!Current events are highlighted by displays in the library. So far this year we have had displays about The Fringe Festival, Womadelaide, Chinese New Year, The National Year of Reading and Writer’s Week. Our current display is for Harmony Day. On display in the foyer is the MSC Pedal Prix car.And, for when you need a snack – the MSC SGA are selling chocolates! They are available from the library desk.We look forward to seeing you in the library soon!Sue Johnston, Library Manager

GRANITE ISLAND 2012

ORIENTATION DAYS

OTTO & PENNY’S SEWING CENTRE 34 Smith Street Walkerville 5081 Ph: 8342 0533

Environmental Studies and Tourism students accompanied by teachers Michelle Cordera, Jesse Duncan and Peter Allen travelled by bus to Victor Harbor to learn about the plight of the Little Penguins from a tourism and environmental perspective. Forty students braved the blustery winds and the rickety, under repair, causeway to reach the island’s Penguin Rescue Centre.Granite Island’s Little Penguin numbers have been steadily declining since the early 1990’s. Tour guide and research scientist Natalie Gilbert spoke to each group about the research into these small birds. Granite Island is an ideal nesting site for these incredible little birds. The natural crevices between and under granite boulders, as well as constructed nesting sites are ideal for breeding pairs of penguins who come ashore. Penguins choose their burrows in April/May and again in August/September. A clutch of two eggs is laid in winter or spring, two or three days apart. Male and female penguins take turns to incubate their eggs. Hatching success on

Granite Island has been increasing, in a good season three clutches of eggs may be laid. The bad news is that the number of penguins coming to the island to breed is plummeting.Tour guide, Joyce showed us the Island’s Penguin Rescue centre and explained how they were working with local communities and researchers to save injured penguins and gather more information.As researchers, penguin rescue groups, and volunteers seek answers, little penguins look like being locally extinct within a few years.A walk to the western side of the island, to experience the tranquillity of a view to the south, followed by a head wind walk back across to the mainland and lunch on the lawns of the Victor Harbor foreshore. Students will be using their field experience and their research skills to find out why.

Peter AllenEnvironmental Studies teacher

FRINGE PHOTO EXHIBITION

PRESENTATION NIGHT 2011

LES DENNIS

VISIT BY ADELAIDE UNIVERSITY AND UNIVERSITY OF SA

On Friday 24 February, I had the pleasure of attending the University of Adelaide’s annual presentation to scholarships winners. Renae Chidlow was nominated by Marden Senior College to receive the prestigious Principal’s Scholarship at the end of 2011. The scholarship is valued at $5000 and students need to receive an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 90 and accept an offer to study at the University of Adelaide. Renae was a worthy recipient of this scholarship, having completed her Year 12 schooling at Marden and gaining five ‘A’ grades for her subjects. We wish Renae well as she embarks on her Commerce degree.

Evan Sierros

On Wednesday 21 March, representatives of the University of South Australia and Flinders University visited the College to discuss tertiary study programs, adult entry options, midyear intake and other study pathways available to students. The seminar was held in the Lecture Theatre and was well supported by students eager to hear about options available to them to access university study in the future.

JOHN WOOD

ADELAIDE UNIVERSITY PRINCIPAL’S SCHOLARSHIP

UPCOMING EVENTS

Students interested in tertiary study may wish to take advantage of the following upcoming events to begin their research into relevant courses or study options.

• In term 2 Marden hosts the University of Adelaide on Wednesday 9 May. • In August all three universities and TAFE will again visit the College after the Open

Day events and before the deadline for applications to SATAC for 2013 study.

NATIONAL CAREERS AND EMPLOYMENT EXPOThe National Careers & Employment Expo is Adelaide’s premier and largest careers, employment, education and training event. Students are able to speak directly with major employers such as SA Water, SA Government, SA Health, Defence Force Recruitment, South Australian Police, Santos, Flight Centre, BAE Systems and a range of training providers.

Jubilee Pavilion, Adelaide Showground, Goodwood RoadFriday 11 May, 9am — 4pmSaturday 12 May, 10am — 4pmFREE ADMISSION

TERTIARY STUDIES AND CAREERS EXPOTSCEA is an exciting event for anyone seeking to explore their tertiary studies, training and career options. This event is ideal for all senior school students, parents, and mature age students, as well as career seekers. With exhibits from all public South Australian Universities, as well as those from interstate and overseas, visitors can gain a comprehensive insight into the institutions and programs that best suit them. TSCEA also features representatives from TAFE SA, Defence Forces, Private Education Colleges, student support services, as well as a significant number of graduate employers and government agencies recruiting for graduate placements.Adelaide Convention CentreSunday 29 April, 10am — 4pmMonday 30 April, 9:30am — 1pmFREE ADMISSION

AIM FOR ADELAIDE WORKSHOP

A small group of Marden students attended the Aim For Adelaide workshop on 27 March. This workshop was specifically designed for students who hope to study at Adelaide University in the future. The workshop helped students develop their understandings in a range of key areas including:• Time management and exam preparation• How to write an outstanding essay• Tertiary education adviceFeedback from the students was overwhelmingly positive.Students who attended the workshop said:

“I found the essay writing presentation particularly helpful as it has given me a different perspective on how to write an essay” Kasey Spencer-Adams

“Aim for Adelaide was great! I gained a lot of knowlesdge from all of the workshops especially time management and exam preparation.” Nathan Borg

“Aim for Adelaide was definitely very motivating. The best part was probably time management, how to prepare for exams and the different perspectives on learning and study methods.” Paul Molitoris

STAGE 1 PLP MARS SPORTING COMPLEX

Students of Marden Senior College have access to the Mars Sporting Complex for free at lunchtime (1.05 -1.40pm) Monday to Thursday.You have access to the basketball courts and the gymnasium upstairs.A ball can be obtained from a MSC staff member, normally found in the upstairs gym by handing in your student card. If you wish to use the gym you must :1. Have a towel (bath size)2. Have appropriate footwear (Sneekers not street shoes)3. Have appropriate clothes for a gym (tracksuits, shorts) It is a non jeans area4. Place your current student card on the reception deskIf you are unfamiliar with any of the equipment you should ask the Marden Senior College staff member (not the MARS gym instructor) on duty to assist you before starting.Please remember that this is a commercial enterprise and that their members pay for the privilege of using the equipment so please ensure that you abide by simple behaviour and noise codes. Non compliance with any of the above will result in you being asked to leaveThere are numerous flyers placed around the college explaining the procedure. Make sure you are familiar with the attendance procedure before going over.Any questions can be directed to Andis Berzins.

On Thursday 15 March, the Stage 1 PLP students visited UniSA’s City East Campus. They were given a tour of the campus and had the opportunity to see how many of the Health Sciences programs operate. Students were able to see the podiatry clinic in operation as well as spend time in the “hospital ward” observing trainee nurses attend to the needs of patients. The aim of the excursion was to open students’ mind to university life, not only from an academic perspective but also in terms of the fun and social side of being a uni student.

STUDENT PATHWAY

My name is Ryan Gore and I am a graduate of Marden Senior College. Whilst attending Marden Senior College I studied geology amongst other subjects. Not long after completing this I was employed by Zonge Engineering as a field assistant which gave me an opportunity gain experience in the industry and to travel to various places around Australia. After a year of full time work I started my university degree at Adelaide University. During the first few years of university I continued to work at Zonge Engineering during summer holidays before I commenced summer vacation work at Fortescue Metals Group as a geologist at the end of my third year. I completed my geology honours degree at the end of 2011. During my final year of study, I was lucky enough to travel to India, New Zealand and Western Australia. I start work as a graduate geologist at Arrow Energy in early February 2012.

HAVE A HEART FUNDRAISER

Have a heart, for HeartKids fundraiser

A big thank you to all who participated with the fundraiser

even though the weather was less than desirable

$60 was raised for the charity,remember every bit counts

Thank you

Danni Stuart