wednesday march 24, 2021
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Wednesday March 24, 2021
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Acknowledgement of Country
“I wish to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we meet and from where we are joining this virtual meeting,
The People of the Kulin Nations
I would also like to pay my respects to Elders past, present and emerging and from other communities who may be here today.”
The “Wellington Way”
Presented by Mr Hugh Blaikie
Introducing the “Wellington Way”
Our Values and School Motto focus on:
Caring
Striving
Learning
and Succeeding
Mr Hugh Blaikie
Principal
Mr Brendan DwyerMrs Fern BrisbaneMr Dan Butler
The Wellington Instructional Model
The Wellington Instructional Model for effective Teaching and Learning addresses life in the 21st Century
Our aim is to provide students with core skills for 21st Century Global Citizenship for careers that in many cases, have not yet been invented
In all of our classrooms, this skill development focuses on:
Critical Thinking
Collaboration
Creative Problem Solving
Communication
Outstanding Results - College Dux of 2020
Arpit SharmaRameen KhanQuang Nguyen
99.15 99.15 99.15
Focusing on the Whole ChildEvery Student, Every Class
3 Sub Schools – Junior, Middle and Senior
Wellbeing and Inclusion Centre:2 Student Wellbeing Coordinators
Social Worker
Doctor
College Nurse
Chaplain
A variety of other Health Professionals to support our Students
Individual Learning Plans for Students
Literacy and Numeracy in all subjects
Numerous ‘English as an Additional Language’ Classes (12 – 14 Students per class)
Breakfast Club and After School Homework Clubs
Wellington Students are Happy, Resilient and Feel Safe
Our uniform options are worn with pride
Summer Uniform PE Uniform
Compass
Compass promotes a genuine, ongoing partnership between
School and Families
Mobile Phone Policy
In line with the Education State Government Policy, Wellington Secondary College does not permit the use of Mobile Phones during the School Day
All Students will be issued with a locker and padlock for safe and secure storage
Phones are to be secured in lockers from 8:30am – 3:05pm
Year 7 Devices - 2022
Our recommendation is that parents purchase the following device from our partner ‘Learning with Technologies’
Lenovo 11e Yoga 6th Gen11.6” HD Screen / Intel Core M3 / 8GB Ram / 256GB Storage / 3 Years Onsite Warranty and Accidental Damage Protection
(Current Indicative price is approximately $1278 inc. GST, but is genuinely subject to change)
Detailed information on purchasing through the College Portal will be available later in the year, within the Enrolment Packages sent to our
families.
If you have any further questions, contact Mr James Heng via [email protected]
We Welcome Parent Involvement
Wellington from a Parent’s perspective
Opportunities for Parental Involvement:College Council and Sub Committees
Community Voice Group
Annual Parent Survey
Volunteer SupportLibrary
International Student Homestay
Excursions Cindy Pilepich
College Council President
International Program
Our International Program recognizes the importance of globalization in education in the 21st Century
Up to 100 International Students, predominantly from Vietnam, Cambodia and China add significantly to the multicultural diversity of Wellington Secondary College
This mix of our total student cohort (50 different nationalities) reflects the strong multicultural nature of the surrounding area – one of the most diverse in Melbourne
“The Wellington Way” is a unifying factor
If interested in hosting International Students, please contact Ms Connie Tzelepis, the director of our International Program
Student Agency
Presented by Ms Jessica Wallis
Student Voice, Agency and Leadership
Junior, Middle and Senior School Captains
College Council Representation
Student Representative Council
House Leaders
Sports Leaders
Performing Arts Leaders
International Captains
Year 7 Sustainability Leaders Nikoletta FytrakisSandra Smiglewska
College Captains, 2021
Wellington Welcomes You~ Our Aims ~
Connect with our new Year 7 Students in a meaningful way
Allow students to build positive relationships
Bridge Student abilities and promote Happy, Healthy and Active Kids
Better understand our students and identify individual needs
2021 Wellington Welcomes You~ Design Challenge ~
Welcome to Viola the Vanellus
Our 2021 College Mascot
Junior School Captains’ Address
Lazar Matkovic Pragna Umapathi
Wellbeing at WellingtonPresented by Mr Peter O’Bree
What is the first word?
Every staff member is part of the wellbeing network
The Wellbeing culture at Wellington for students is to:
• Look out for your friends
• Recognize when you need help
• Ask any staff member for assistance
• Know that the Wellbeing Team has got your back.....
Respectful Relationships• Whole school program• Curriculum and school-wide activities &
elements• Gender equity important in reducing family
violence• Lead School in the program• Safe supportive environment• Respectful attitudes and actions towards each
other, embracing diversity.
Curriculum
Presented by Ms Marina Stergiou
The College Timetable
The College timetable is made up of 6 periods per day:2 x 100 Minute Sessions
2 x 50 Minute Sessions
Compulsory studies include:English / EAL
Mathematics
Humanities
Science
Physical, Sport and Health Education
Drama
Digital Technologies
Languages (French or Chinese)
Art (one semester)
Music (one semester)
High Flyer Program
Year 7 to 9 on application
Focus on 21st Century Skills and Knowledge:
Collaboration and Communication
Critical Thinking and Creative Problem Solving
Learning a musical instrument (in Year 7) to enhance intellectual development
Participation in a range of subject competitions and passion design sprints
Co-curricular Studies
Instrumental MusicThis is in addition to scheduled Music Lessons
Peer Support ProgramYear 7 students work in small groups with selected and trained Year 10 students during Semester 1
Transition ProgramAll Year 7 students are involved in the ‘Wellington Welcomes You’ program
Drama Production
Interschool Sports
Sports Carnivals
Career Pathways
All students have access to multiple career pathway options at Wellington:
VCE (Victorian Certificate of Education) with a broad range of offerings
VCAL (Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning) at both Intermediate and Senior Levels
VET (Vocational Education and Training) within both VCE and VCAL
Careers Education Pathways (Managed Individual Pathways) for all students, especially years 9 - 12
Building Master Plan
Presented by Mr Dan Butler
Building Master Plan
The Final Phase commenced in Early 2021
Building Master Plan
Senior School
Building Master Plan
Wellbeing and Inclusion Centre
Building Master Plan
The Final Phase commenced in Early 2021
Building Master Plan
STEM and Technology Education
2022 Enrolments
Presented by Mr Brendan Dwyer
Key Dates for Year 7 Enrolment
Wellington High Flyer Program on-line application closing date ($85 Application Fee) Access the registration via our College website. (Be aware that a late fee of $235 applies).www.wellingtonsc.vic.edu.au
Friday May 7
Saturday May 15High Flyer Program tests at Wellington Secondary College (M-Block)
Key Dates for Year 7 Enrolment
Catholic and Independent Schools can apply directly to their closest Secondary School. Check the ‘Find My School’ website to determine your closest Government Secondary School.www.findmyschool.vic.gov.au
Friday May 14
Parents at Government Primary Schools should return Year 7 Application Forms to your government Primary School – Not to Wellington Secondary College.
Key Dates for Year 7 Enrolment
Primary Schools notify parents of Secondary School placements for 2022Wednesday August 4
Wellington enrolment packages are sent to families who have been accepted to attend Wellington Secondary College in 2022.
(This includes the High Flyer Program selection results)
From Thursday
August 5
Enrolment for Other Year Levels
Contact the General Office to express interest early in Term 3
Supply the General Office with copies of your last two sets of reports and a copy of your Birth Certificate, Passport or Appropriate Travel Documents
Attend appropriate information sessions as advised by the General Office
Attend enrolment interview with the Assistant Principal, Mr Brendan Dwyer
Additional Information and Resources
Wellington Website: www.wellingtonsc.vic.edu.auIncudes High Flyer Application Information
Find My School Website: www.findmyschool.vic.edu.au
My School Website: www.myschool.edu.au
Human Rights Video (2019): https://youtu.be/mPvgO0IVpIc
Wellington Transition Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/user-933699651/transitioning-to-wsc-feat-shayla-jemma-vin-mitchell-leen
College Tours
Bookings are Essential.
Please book via the General Office (03 9547 6822) or the College Website
Available Sessions:
Thursday March 25 – 9:00am
Friday March 26 – 11:00am
Monday March 29 – 9:00am
Tuesday March 30 – 11:00am
Tuesday April 20 – 11:00am
Wednesday April 21 – 9:00am
Thursday April 22 – 9:00am
Monday April 26 – 9:00am
Wednesday April 28 – 11:00am
Friday April 30 – 9:00am
Answering your Questions
Answering your Questions
We trust that those who lodged questions prior to the presentation tonight have got the answers they were looking for.
For questions that were not specifically covered:We offer Flute as part of the Instrumental Music Program
Our 2021 school charges are $220 for every year level. These will be reviewed for 2022 by the College Council in August and will be part of the information packs that are sent out to those families who choose Wellington Secondary College
Thank you for attending our Online Open Night.
If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact the College.
Thank You
This presentation will be uploaded to the College Website in the next couple of days
Phone: 03 9547 6822
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.wellingtonsc.vic.edu.au