Term 2 has begun with a strong sense of purpose and pride across our school community. It has been wonderful to see students engaging so positively in both their learning and co-curricular opportunities, and I thank families for their continued support.
Our performing arts program recently delivered an exciting production of Footloose. It was incredible to see the students take ownership of so much of the organisation and preparation, demonstrating outstanding teamwork, initiative, and dedication throughout the entire process. Families who attended were treated to a fantastic showcase of creativity, collaboration, and student talent, both on stage and behind the scenes.
In sport, we extend our congratulations to the students who recently represented the college in AFL against St Joseph’s College. While competition is always important, what stood out most was the outstanding sportsmanship demonstrated by our students. We are incredibly proud of the respect, teamwork, and integrity they displayed throughout the match—these qualities truly reflect the values of our school.
We are also pleased to share that our facilities have been upgraded under the COLA project. These improvements have enhanced our learning environment, and we warmly invite families to come and see them for themselves. You can visit us at our Open Night on Wednesday 17 June from 4:00pm – 7:00pm, or during Parent Student Teacher Conferences on Tuesday 19 May.
As we move through the term, our Year 11 students will be preparing for their upcoming exams. Parent Student Teacher Conferences provide an excellent opportunity to discuss how your young person is progressing and to explore ways you can support them during this important time.
Academically, our VCE Success Skills sessions have been a highlight, supporting students to visualise and plan for their future goals. This is further complemented by participation in the Regional Pathways Program with La Trobe University, which students attend onsite fortnightly. It has been encouraging to see students also taking advantage of Homework Club and Wednesday morning study sessions to strengthen their learning habits.
As always, student wellbeing remains a priority. If students have any concerns about their programs or wellbeing, I encourage them and their families to reach out to a trusted staff member – whether that be a classroom teacher, Sub School Leader, or a member of our Wellbeing Team. At Mildura Senior College, we are here to support every student.
I would also like to acknowledge the leadership and community spirit shown by our Captains Team – Brooklyn, Nevaeh, and Olivia – who attended ANZAC Day ceremonies, representing the college with respect and pride. Additionally, Leanne continued her commitment to the RSL on ANZAC Day, again demonstrating the strong connection between our school and the wider community.
Thank you for your ongoing partnership in supporting our students. I look forward to seeing many of you at upcoming events throughout the term.
Lewis Gunn
Acting Principal
Reminder ATOSS Survey:
ATOSS gives students a voice to share their school experiences, helping us recognise strengths and inform improvements to better support their learning and wellbeing.
The answers you all give tell us what is going well (and therefore we continue) and also what we need to focus on (and therefore plan to do differently).
The direction of our school, the goals we set as a school, are driven by the indicators our students give us in this survey.