Newsletter Edition 8 / 2024, June 3

Principal's Message

Dear Emmanuel College Families,

Memorial Garden
Emmanuel College established a memorial garden more than a decade ago under then principal Phillip Morrison following a terrible incident in which three former students were killed in a car accident. As you can see from the photos below there are now several plaques, each one remembering a student or staff member who died whilst they were members of the Emmanuel school community. The garden is a place of solace and remembrance and provides a gathering for the college to mark All Souls Day each year with a memorial service conducted around the edge of the garden. 

The garden bed is however, in a very windy location in the school grounds and establishing plants has proven tricky.  In recent weeks, an impressive four-ton shard of bluestone quarried in the region between Port Fairy and Yambuk was honed and finished by Bamstone, and then positioned in the centre of the garden bed.  With the assistance and expertise of Jack Downing from Warrnambool’s Alderdice Foundry, two brass crosses were cast and have been positioned on the two honed faces of the shard.  The result is a striking centrepiece that sets a new tone for the memorial garden and speaks to the strength and longevity of our remembrance of those who have gone before us.  The College appreciates and thanks Chris Steel of Chris Steel Designs for developing the memorial’s concept and overseeing its completion.  College grounds staff, Site Manager Jason Beveridge, and groundsman Jack McCutcheon, attached the two crosses to the bluestone and are preparing the ground for new plantings.  By November this year I anticipate a very new look memorial garden will welcome those who join us at the college to mark the month of remembrance.

Camps and Immersions
During the last fortnight the Year 10 students have completed their Melbourne experience; an opportunity to further enhance their knowledge of the city and to gain insight into future pathway opportunities with visits to universities and residential colleges. Feedback about the students participation and behaviour was welcome and refreshing. In the last week, Year nine students attended one of the three immersion experiences that are part of the 9@RICE program. Over the course of the year students have an opportunity to travel to Canberra to gain an understanding of Australia’s legal and political processes, complete a challenge camp that involves trekking, canoeing, bike riding and a night under canvas at Killarney Beach, and complete a local history tour and discover more about the indigenous history and culture of our local area. Over the course of the year the three immersions provide opportunities for students to discover much about themselves by being challenged to step beyond their known circle and sphere of influence taking calculated risks. I say a huge thank you to our wonderful staff, both teaching and non-teaching, who spend time away from their own families, often leaving early in the morning and returning late in the evening, to make these experiences possible.

Senior Football
Those who know me well know I’m not an avid football follower and that I know very little about the status of teams whether local or national. But I absolutely love to see our students take on teams from Melbourne schools and defeat them. Our senior footballers coached by Chris McLaren deserve recognition for their one-point victory over Maribyrnong College. The Melbourne school runs a select entry sports academy with its 550+ students receiving daily coaching and training. It’s a reflection of the Emmanuel boy’s camaraderie and commitment that they could pull through in the final moments of the game following the early start and long bus trip to Maribyrnong. Congratulations to each player and I extend the College’s appreciation to Chris McLaren for his ongoing coaching and leadership training, and Ben Woonton for his overall organisation of the team.

Last week I attended the annual Principal’s Association of Victorian Catholic Secondary School’s Conference in Melbourne where the theme of the two days was “Leading with Vision and Courage”, and where Dr. Barbara Reid from Chicago University was the keynote presenter. The following prayer is adapted from one of the morning prayers.

Holy God, we gather, conscious of our responsibility for our
schools and we thank you for calling us together.
It is our privilege to foster and advance the quality of Catholic secondary schools in Victoria, and we accept this task with total dependence upon you.
It is you who began this work, you who guides it and will bring it to fulfillment.
Send your creative Spirit among us:
Open our hearts to recognize your presence among us,
Open our minds to respond to your calling.
Enable us to draw upon the wisdom and experience of yesterday
as we respond to the concerns of tomorrow.
Give us freedom to speak the truth boldly and with kindness;
Give us patience to listen openly, without prejudice;
Give us confidence to discover and explore new possibilities;
Give us wisdom to discern what is right and just;
Give us courage to participate in your ongoing work of creation. Amen.

Finally, I remind Emmanuel families of the public holiday next Monday. The school is closed on this day.

Kind regards

Mr Peter Morgan
Principal

A Message from Mrs Claire Wrigley

Food Allergy Week
Australia has the highest incidence of food allergy in the world, and it’s growing at a rapid rate. We estimate that there are 800,000 Australians with a diagnosed food allergy, and many more undiagnosed. Food Allergy Week is an initiative of Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia and is dedicated to promoting community understanding of food allergy to help protect those at risk. During Food Allergy Week, Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia is calling on all Australians to unite to help increase awareness and share information on what we can do to improve safety for people who live with food allergies. Useful resources can be found at:
Food Allergy Awareness factsheet

250K provides age-appropriate information and resources to assist young people who are living with severe allergies, and to help them to feel more connected with other teens and young adults going through similar experiences in a fun but informative way.

MyEpiPen is an online resource dedicated to helping with the management of Anaphylaxis, including a reminder program for recording expiry dates for an EpiPen.

As per the Emmanuel College Anaphylaxis Management Policy, it is the responsibility of parents/ guardians whose child is at risk of Anaphylaxis to:

• obtain the ASCIA Action Plan from their child’s medical practitioner and provide a copy to the College as soon as practicable;
• immediately inform the College in writing if there is a change in their child’s medical condition, relating to allergy and the potential for anaphylactic reaction, and if relevant obtain an updated ASCIA Action Plan;
• provide the College with an adrenaline autoinjector that is current and not expired for their child; and
• participate in annual reviews of their child’s plan.

Student Pick-up and Drop off
Please be advised there will be minor interruptions to the drop-off and pick up bays off Botanic Rd on Thursday June 5^th and Friday the 6^th of June.  Contractors will block off a quarter of the eastern drop off bay (Emmanuel Centre side) at the north end during this time.

You will still be able to enter and exit off Botanic Rd during this time. Staff will be out to guide traffic as necessary. A reminder to those collecting students that if you are arriving before 3:15pm to collect your child that you are encouraged to park in the new carpark to enable the loop to flow.

Uniform 
As the weather gets cooler please be aware there are options for winter uniform. Students can wear pants and Year 12 girls lead the way with doing this, looking fabulous in their winter pants.

Mrs Claire Wrigley
Assistant Principal - Students 

Student Voice - The Sound of Music

My time in The Sound of Music was one of the best things I have done this year. I loved meeting new people and having something fun that I loved doing. Show week was awesome, performing to all the people in the audience, and bringing the stage to life.
Finn Davis, Year 7

I played the goat in The Sound of Music, and I loved it. The Emmanuel Productions are a great way to make more friendships and meet amazing people. They never yell NEXT! They always find a great way for you to make more friends and have a lot of fun.
Noah Sabo, Year 8

The musical was a lot of fun. It was amazing seeing so many familiar faces from last year’s Frozen Jr and to see new faces joining our theatre family. Everyone worked fantastically together to create the performance and if we have a musical next year I will definitely be auditioning.
Emily Rankin, Year 11

Being in the cast of The Sound of Music was such a fun, exciting, and positive experience for me. I loved getting to know the diverse cast of students from year 7-12. I also loved working with the cast to build such a fantastic and successful show. 
Ruby Nelson, Year 10

All photos from The Sound of Music: Youth Edition can be viewed and downloaded here, courtest of Watson Media: https://galleries.watsonphoto.com.au/gallery/ecsom24/

Social Justice Initiative

High Performance Training Program 2024

The High Performance Training Program is designed to cater for our high performing athletes at the College and introduce them to advanced training methods and knowledge to assist them with their development.

This year we have  40 students from Years 8 to 12 taking  part in the program. These students come from a wide variety of sporting backgrounds including netball, basketball, dancing, tennis, athletics, football, surf lifesaving, swimming, cycling, soccer and cricket. The program involves two weekly training sessions throughout the year, with a specific focus on improving core strength, flexibility, speed, agility and power. The sessions take place every Monday afternoon from 3:45pm-4:45pm and Wednesday mornings from 7am-8am. With the training sessions running outside or normal school hours, the participants are required to demonstrate a high level of commitment, discipline and time management to succeed in the program. We are continually overwhelmed by the way the students have bought into the program and continue to develop both physically and mentally as young athletes...

On top of the weekly physical training sessions, the students are also exposed to a range of professionals and elite athletes from the region to gain further insight into enhancing their performance. Last week we were very fortunate to have Emmanuel Alumni and Australian Cross Country and Marathon runner, Virginia Moloney. Virginia gave us an insightful reflection of her journey so far. She clearly identified her goals and aspirations as an athlete and suggested to our group techniques the young athletes can utilise before, during and after key events to be their very best but also handle the challenges as aspiring elite athletes. We thank Virginia for her time and support of our program.

Mr Shane Smith

Empowering Parents: A Guide to Supporting Your Child’s Learning Series

Helping Students with Laptop Use: Advice for Parents and Carers
In today's digital age, laptops have become essential tools for education and entertainment. However, their pervasive presence can sometimes lead to unhealthy habits and even addiction, particularly among students. As parents and carers, it's crucial to strike a balance, ensuring that technology enhances rather than hinders your child's development. Here are some practical strategies to help manage and reduce laptop overuse:

1. **Set Clear Boundaries**
Establishing clear guidelines around laptop usage is essential. Define specific times for study, leisure, and digital-free periods. Ensure that these rules are consistent and communicated clearly to your child. For example, you might designate certain hours in the evening as tech-free family time or ensure that laptops are not used during meals. At Emmanuel, laptops for junior students turn off at 9pm to help with setting clear boundaries.

2. **Encourage Physical Activities**
Encourage your child to engage in physical activities and hobbies that don't involve screens. Sports, arts and crafts, reading physical books, and outdoor adventures can provide healthy alternatives to screen time and promote overall well-being.

3. **Model Healthy Habits**
Children often emulate the behavior of adults around them. By demonstrating a balanced approach to technology use yourself, you can set a positive example. Show them that while technology is a useful tool, it’s also important to enjoy offline activities and face-to-face interactions.

4. **Create a Study Schedule**
Help your child create a structured study schedule that includes regular breaks. The Pomodoro Technique, which involves 25 minutes of focused work followed by a 5-minute break, can be particularly effective. This not only helps in managing screen time but also enhances productivity and concentration. At Emmanuel, we have the Study Hall program for junior students which runs in the library on Mondays from 3:30 to 4:30.

5. **Use Technology Wisely**
There are several applications and tools designed to help manage screen time and block distracting websites. Apps like "Cold Turkey" or "StayFocusd" can limit access to certain sites during study periods. Encourage your child to use these tools to develop self-discipline.

6. **Monitor Content and Usage**
Keep an eye on the content your child is accessing and the time they spend online. This doesn’t mean invading their privacy, but rather maintaining an open dialogue about what they do online. Understanding their online activities can help you identify potential problems early.

7. **Promote Social Interaction**
Facilitate opportunities for your child to socialize offline. Encourage them to meet friends in person, join clubs, or participate in group activities. Building strong, real-world relationships can reduce the reliance on digital interactions.

8. **Seek Professional Help if Needed**
If you notice signs of severe addiction, such as significant changes in mood, withdrawal from social activities, or a decline in academic performance, it may be time to seek professional help. Counselors or therapists specializing in technology addiction can provide valuable support and strategies tailored to your child’s needs.

Balancing laptop use in a digitally driven world is challenging but achievable. By setting clear boundaries, encouraging diverse activities, and maintaining open communication, you can help your child develop a healthy relationship with technology. Remember, the goal is not to eliminate laptop use entirely but to ensure it supports their growth and learning without becoming a hindrance.
Together, we can guide our children towards a balanced and fulfilling life, both online and offline.

Ms Simone Rolfe
Director of Learning

Inspiring Alumni Nominations

THREE WEEKS LEFT TO GET YOUR NOMINATIONS IN!

Our Inspiring alumni program seeks to show our current students what is possible with an Emmanuel College education. Past students from St Ann’s College, CBC and Emmanuel College have gone in all different directions and contributed to their communities through a diversity of careers, passions and pursuits.

Our previous inductees continue to spark a passion for learning for our community, with 2021 Inductee, Inala Cooper addressing the whole school this week at our Reconciliation Week assembly.

Inala, emphasising the Reconciliation Week theme “Now more than ever”, called us all to pause and reflect on the outcome of the referendum last year.  She guided us to look at the world and our community through a social justice lens, with the aim to create a more just society, that allows everyone to operate in a way that is free from racism.

She closed by encouraging us to do our best, and by acknowledging that while it’s important to reflect on these things during Reconciliation this week, it’s equally as important to take these learnings through to each and every week.

If you know of a past student who has gone on to do extraordinary things in their life, ensure you get your nomination in before July 21. Help us share their inspirational stories of perseverance, self-belief and social justice.

All nomination information including nomination forms can be found at
https://www.emmanuel.vic.edu.au/inspiring-alumni-nomination-2

Any enquiries can be directed to Candice Hampstead, Alumni Coordinator at
alumni@emmanuel.vic.edu.au

Senior Netball

Today, the senior netball girls competed in the Warrnambool interschool netball tournament.
With a very talented line up, the girls played in great spirits against Warrnambool College and Brauer College senior teams. The girls were extremely versatile and were fortunate to win both games to progress to the Regional round in Ballarat on Tuesday 11^th June.

Many thanks to the girls who so eagerly put their hands up to represent the College. We wish them all the best next week.

Mrs Kermeen
Senior Netball Coach

Performing Arts News

Sound of Music
Emmanuel College was definitely alive with the Sound of Music over the past weeks. What a show, what a cast!!!

It is amazing what we can produce in our school theatre space thanks to the hard work and dedication of creative and talented staff and students. Our costumes, props, sets and lighting were all created, built and painted by staff. The Production week was sold out as the 59 year old musical came to life again, sharing well known and loved songs to our school and local communities.

I spoke at assembly this week about how it takes great courage to perform and sing on stage in front of a paying audience and even more so in front of school peers. With this in mind l extend my appreciation and gratitude to the cast for being courageous and taking healthy risks by sharing their talents and love of the performing arts by ‘treading the boards’ and being brave. I would also like to thank Cindy Lee Morgan for volunteering her time to direct the show and being such a positive influence and wonderful role model for our students.

All photos from The Sound of Music: Youth Edition can be viewed and downloaded here, courtest of Watson Media: https://galleries.watsonphoto.com.au/gallery/ecsom24/

Orchestra Victoria visit
This month the school band and interested music students were lucky enough to be involved in a workshop with Orchestra Victoria at Kings College. From all accounts, the experience of working and learning from professional musicians while also creating connections with other school bands in Warrnambool was amazing and assisted with confidence, technique and plus it was fun!

Dr Rob McWilliams Visit
Dr Rob McWilliams from Yamaha Music Australia visited Emmanuel College for two days to run workshops for staff and students and Professional Development for our class teachers and tutors. Emmanuel College also hosted a community Forum after school to discuss advocacy and the importance of Music Education in a school environment. In future newsletters the department will be highlighting the benefits of learning an instrument.

Dr McWilliams is highly regarded, and it was an honour to have him work with our department.

Warrnambool Eisteddfod
The eisteddfod is in full swing, and we have many students entering the competition this year. So far, the Speech and Drama sections have completed, and we extend a big congratulations to:

Gabrielle Tourancheau Year 10 who won first place in the Solo Monologue section. Gabrielle wrote the monologue which showed great depth of character and a thoughtful plotline.
Georgia Peterson, Layla Kermond, Jessica Bushell, Flynn El Hage, Akira Fish-Laird: Placed Second in the Group Improvisation Section.

The vocal, piano, instrument, ensemble and band sections are yet to come…stay tuned.

VCE Drama trip Geelong
The VCE Drama classes ventured to Geelong to see a VCAA Playlist Play titled The Trojan War by An Isolated Dog Productions. The students have to write an analysis of the show and also respond the show in their end of year VCE Drama exam. Like always, sitting in the front row is fraught with danger  as Flynn El Hage and Molly Mansbridge experienced. This production company produces interactive and immersive shows where the audience becomes involved in the show…which can exhilarating and also scary but oh so fun!

Emmanuel Singers
The choir was invited to sing the Requiem at the ANZAC Service and everyone is welcome to join the Emmanuel Singers, Wednesday after school until 4.45pm. It is an inclusive and safe space to sing with a choir, you don’t’ have to be able to read music but you do need to enjoy singing! Contact Ms Carras-Kerr for more information.

Music Teacher Spotlight - Airlie Tait 
Airlie is a multi instrumentalist who plays various flutes, piano, Scottish bagpipes and snare drum. She has been teaching flute in Southwest Victoria in many schools and privately for 30 plus years. She has taught students from primary age to secondary and beyond, including taking students through the Australian music examination board exams and VCE music. Throughout her music career she has performed as a soloist and also in a variety of bands and ensembles, both internationally and across Australia in many Festivals, concerts, competitions and musicals. Airlie loves sharing the joy of music through her performing and teaching.

Ms Megan Davies
Head of Performing Arts & Instrumental Music Coordinator

Library News

National Simultaneous Story Time
Classes and individual students participated in National Simultaneous Story Time on Wednesday 22 May, reading the story Bowerbird Blues by Aura Parker. This was an opportunity for students to share the same reading experience with other students across Australia. 

For some Year 8 classes preparing to publish their own picture book for English, this was ideal timing.

Warrnambool Storytelling Festival
June 15 to July 7 the Warrnambool Storytelling Festival will be held in Warrnambool and district.  There are many different activities on offer: storytelling, drama, art and music. 
For full details see: www.warrnamboolstorytelling.com.au

Library Items Not Returned
You may have had a clean out or moved house and found some Emmanuel College Library items that have not been returned to school.  The Library would love to have them returned to the Library for others to use.  If you have been billed for the non returned items, you will get a credit on your school fees.  Many of the books we have in our collection are not able to be purchased new now, so if you can help us by returning these items, that would be great.  They will usually have a red Emmanuel College Library Property sticker on the back of the book or item.  If you have any questions about this, please contact the Library.

Sorry Day Flowers and Reconciliation Week
Last week as part of Reconciliation Week students created flowers for National Sorry Day, remembering the Stolen Generations. The flowers are based on the native hibiscus that the Sorry Day Committee have chosen as their flower. The flowers made are now displayed in the Library for everyone to view.

Journal Club – Term 2
Students are invited to be a part of Journal Club for Term 2.
The Club will be held on three Tuesdays beginning June 11 at 3.45pm in the Library. Each session goes for 45 minutes with an opportunity for students to be creative, have some fun and meet other students. Each participating student will get a journal to write and draw in.  All materials supplied, including a snack.  Merit points apply. For more information see Caroline (Wellbeing) or Mrs Sinnott in the Library.

Mrs Margaret Sinnott
Library Coordinator

Words for Wellbeing

Fit4Flourishing
Fit4Flourishing is a program run with a small group of Year 8 & 9 Students that is based around positive psychology! The past few weeks in our Fit4Flourishing group we have been identifying and talking about our personal strengths and how we can make them our SUPERPOWERS as we navigate our way through life.

Help for Anxious Teens and Support for Parents
Both BRAVE and Momentum are great online resources for teenagers with anxiety as well as information for parents. The Fit4Life Team highly recommends these sites to families whose children may experience anxiety. The BRAVE Program is an interactive, online program for the prevention and treatment of childhood and adolescent anxiety. The programs are free, and provide ways for children and teenagers to better cope with their worries. There are also programs for parents.  You can access BRAVE via this link. 
https://brave4you.psy.uq.edu.au/teen-program

Momentum is a website that can help adolescents learn new ways of managing anxiety and unhappiness. It can also help with some of the more common difficulties that come along with anxiety and unhappiness, such as sleep problems, substance use, unhealthy eating, and a lack of exercise. Access momentum via this link: 
https://www.momentumhub.org.au/prereg_participants_teen/#FAQ

What does good sleep for teens look like?  
Is your teen getting enough sleep? An article about the benefits of sleep for teenagers from ABC News below :
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-05-24/teen-youth-mental-health-sleep-depression-anxiety-tips/103784486

Cultural Diversity at Emmanuel College
Emmanuel College celebrated cultural diversity last week in many ways.  A reconciliation walk activity, wearing a splash of yellow and a whole school assembly.  Cultural diversity is an inherent aspect of modern society. It enriches our communities by bringing together a wide array of cultures, traditions, and histories, contributing to our unique identity and strength. Embracing and celebrating this diversity is essential for fostering inclusion and a sense of belonging among children.  You can discover lots of resources about cultural diversity on Emmanuel SchoolTV here:
https://emmanuel.vic.schooltv.me/newsletter/cultural-diversity-au   

Wellbeing in Winter
Welcome to Winter.  The Wellbeing Team shares with you it’s top tips for staying well in Winter:

Rachele: Soup, soup and more soup. . . and warm herbal tea

Caroline: Keep exercising!  Even though it’s cold and gets dark, rug up in a puffer jacket, beanie and gloves and go for a walk.  The cold makes it exhilarating! 

Claire: Spend time with family around the cosy fire, or even better still roasting marshmallows outside around the fit pit! Warms the body and the heart!!

Sian: Chicken noodle soup, candle lit bath with your favourite playlist, relax by the fire, get out in the fresh air everyday, help out at home, tell the people you trust how you are going, cuddle the people and animals you love and adore

Dimity: Keep your body and your soul warm! Whether it is by snuggling on the couch watching Netflix, eating delicious/hearty foods, having cuddles with your pets, or even having a spontaneous dance party! Keep warm and enjoy yourself whilst doing it!

Sophie: Find joy in screen free indoor activities.  Eg – Board games, card games and puzzles. 

Career News

Career Clues Interviews
Our Career conversation has started with the Year 10’s over the last week, Shane Smith, Rebecca Down and myself have paid a visit to classes to start the discussion around subject selection. Each student was given a handout on what programs are available to them (VCE, VCE Vocational Major or Victorian Pathway Certificate) along with a selection of subjects on offer, additionally they also each received the “Where to now” booklet, this proved to be very successful indicated in the many questions from each session. As a further follow up parents have been offered an opportunity to book an appointment via PAM to sit down and discuss in detail pathway options, these interviews will take place each Wednesday from June 5 till the end of term from 3.30pm – 6.00pm.

Try a Career
The annual Try a Career Day was recently held at the South West TAFE Sherwood park campus, where students were able to select 3 out of 15 activities available as a way of introduction into possible trades or VETDSS programs in the future. This was a hugely successful morning that was very well supported by both students and staff. A big thank you to SWTAFE for making this available to Emmanuel College.
Some of the student’s feedback included:

I think that going to South West TAFE was a great opportunity for people to learn new things and to get out of their comfort zone and try different things. One of my favourite things was the building. We got to have a look at the house and build a little frame. 

I think the hour or two we got to spend at South West TAFE was very helpful because it showed me things that l could potentially do for a job in the future, and could do as a school based apprenticeship.

Defence Force
Defence Work Experience team has some exciting opportunities for students in Victoria. Please see the below opportunities that may be of interest, please remember to apply via our website - Jobs List - Defence Work Experience (nga.net.au)

1. Army Familiarisation Simpson Barracks 

• A program aimed for students interested in pursuing a career in the Army with Defence  
• Location: Simpson Barracks (Macleod) 
• Placement Date: 24-25 July 2024
• Application closes: 13 June 2024
• Link to apply:  - Army Familiarisation: Simpson Barracks (July 2024) (nga.net.au)

2. Army Familiarisation Simpson Barracks 

• A program aimed for students interested in pursuing a career in the Army with Defence  
• Location: Simpson Barracks (Macleod) 
• Placement Date: 21 – 22 August 2024
• Application closes: 04 July  2024
• Link to apply:  Army Familiarisation: Simpson Barracks (August 2024)

3. Army Familiarisation Puckapunyal 

• A program aimed for students interested in pursuing a career in the Army with Defence  
• Location: Puckapunyal 
• Placement Date: 14 -17 October 2024
• Application closes: 18 August 2024
• Link to apply:  Army Familiarisation: Simpson Barracks (August 2024)

South West TAFE VETDSS Information Sessions
The 2024 for 2025 VETDSS Information Sessions (for students and parents) – Warrnambool Campus is 4^th June at 12.30pm and 5.30pm – these sessions are aimed at helping students and parents gain an understanding of how VETDSS fits in with students’ subject selection processes. There will also be representatives from teaching departments to assist with direct enquiries as well, we encourage attendance as these sessions are designed to help everyone involved in VETDSS programs moving forward. For more information, please see the flyer below.

Defying the Drift
Defying the Drift (DtD) is back again for 2024. This year's intensive program will be held 23-25 September at Longerenong College, near Horsham.

You may know, DtD is a 2 part Agricultural careers program for Year 10 and 11 students, providing them with up to date industry information, opportunities to broaden their horizons and develop networks in Agriculture and related fields.

DtD is a program of Rotary District 9780 and each attending student is sponsored by their local Rotary Club. After the sessions at Longerenong, participants complete the program with a presentation to their sponsoring club.

There are only 30 places available in the program each year, and those are allocated in order of suitable applications received, (The DtD Committee does reserve the right to limit the number of participants per school, if the program is oversubscribed.) Please see flyer below for more information.

Other Items of Interest
Each week we have a newsletter that has a range of different topics available to students, this week it has the following that may be of interest

• News from the Monash Business School
• Business Explorer 2024 Day
• Discover Business Webinar
• A Day in the Life of a Swinburne TAFE Student
• Career as Prosthetists/Orthotists
• Bachelor of Dermal Sciences at Victoria University
• LCI Melbourne - Ahead of the Seam: Design, Illustrate, Create Workshop
• Electrical Engineering Degrees in Victoria in 2024  
• Mechanical Engineering Degrees in Victoria in 2024  
• Snapshot of Charles Sturt University (CSU) in 2024 

For more information we encourage you to visit the website
https://www.emmanuelcollegecareers.com/

Mr David Gladman
Student Pathways & Careers Leader

Women in Song

School Student Broadband Initiative

YUMCHA

Click here to learn more about Brophy's LGBTIQA+ Programs - https://brophy.org.au/our-programs/for-young-people/lgbtiqa-programs/ 

South West Group Creative Arts Exhibition

Upcoming Events

Tuesday June 4
Japan Trip Information Meeting - 6pm

Wednesday June 5
World Environment Day
Unit 3 Drama Playlist Excursion
Year 12 Fit4Life Day

Thursday June 6
Forensic Class A Excursion

Friday June 7
Forensic Class B Excursion

Monday June 10
King's Birthday Public Holiday

Wednesday June 12
French Trip 2025 Information Night - 6pm

Thursday June 13
Red Earth Pre-depature Meeting - 3.40pm

Sunday June 16
Netball Academy Excursion

Tuesday June 18
General Achievement Test (GAT)

Wednesday June 19
WD Junior Netball and Football- Year 7 & 8

Friday June 21
Year 12 Winter Ball - 7pm

Child Safety