As the school year has drawn to a close, we would like to take this opportunity to wish all our parents and students a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.
This year has been a year filled with challenges and triumphs. We have witnessed our students grow in leaps and bounds, both academically and personally. They have embraced new experiences, shown resilience in difficult times, and demonstrated a commitment to their learning and our community.
As we now take this time to rest and recharge, we look ahead to the new year filled with excitement and anticipation. Eager to continue our journey of learning and growth, we look forward to working with you in 2024 again get the best out of your child.
To ensure a smooth and positive start to the new year, we kindly request that you take some time to check your child's uniform over the holidays. Please replace or mend any items that are damaged or worn or simply outgrown. From a personal perspective, our children grow a lot over the summer break, so please ensure the uniform they turn up in on day one next year is one that fits the College requirements. Please be mindful of haircuts also. If unsure, please check the College website for our guidelines.
It is my hope we can create a learning environment that is conducive to success that avoids having to spend valuable time addressing uniform issues, which can take away from our focus on teaching and learning.
Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. We look forward to welcoming you back to school in the new year.
(2) Dates
- Tuesday 5 December — Orientation Day for 2024 Year 7 students
- Friday 8 December — Semester 2 reports released
- Friday 8 December — College Office closed for staff Christmas celebrations
- Tuesday 12 December — Night of Excellence
- Wednesday 20 December — College Office closes for the year, 1.00pm
- Thursday 18 January 2023 — College Office opens, 8.00am
- Friday 26 January 2023 — Australia Day public holiday
- Wednesday 31 January — 2024 academic year begins for Year 7, 11 and 12 students. A parent liturgy will be held in the College chapel from 9.00am followed by morning tea.
- Wednesday 31 January — Orientation Day for new Year 8 and Year 9 students (10.00am-12.00pm)
- Thursday 1 February — 2024 academic year begins for Year 8-10 students
NOTE: parents are welcome to come to the College Office before it closes on Wednesday 20 December and after it reopens on Thursday 18 January to collect Rapid Antigen Tests if they are required.
(3) Wellbeing resources for the holidays
Tina Tasiopoulos
School Counselling and Wellbeing Leader
The College Counsellors — Amy Bartlett, Emma Stafford, Tony Trevitt and I — have provided some resources and information for parents and guardians to assist and support your young person over the holidays. You can find these resources by clicking on the links below:
headspace: Supporting your young person during the holidays
Victorian Government: Wellbeing support for students during the school holidays
We wish all our families a happy Christmas time and an enjoyable holiday season.
(4) End of year Careers advice
Jennifer Morison
Acting Careers Leader
While many activities at the College have wound down, the Careers centre is about to enter its busy period with the release of Year 12 results and the first round of offers for universities and TAFE. There are many pathways for students to achieve what they want, and we are here to support them in this by assisting with the process.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to note the following important dates:
- Monday 11 December — VCE results and ATAR released (7.00am). Careers practitioners will be available 9.00am- 4.00pm at the College, via phone or email, to advise on Change of Preference
- Tuesday 12 December — Careers practitioners available 9.00am-3.30pm
- Wednesday 13 December — Change of Preferences closes at 4.00pm. Careers practitioners will be available by phone or email, or contact Careers or the College Office
- Thursday 21 December —First Round December offers (2.00pm). Contact Mrs Morison via email to jmorison@mlmc.vic.edu.au for any concerns or questions
- Friday 12 January 12 2024 — Second Round offers (2.00pm). Contact Mrs Morison via email to jmorison@mlmc.vic.edu.au for any concerns or questions.
Families are reminded that student results are confidential and, therefore, we are unable to provide these to parents. Students who need advice regarding seeking employment or applying directly to TAFE or other institutions are encouraged to contact us at any time.
Notices about Change of Preference events, employment opportunities and other information services will continue to be uploaded to the Careers Portal on the College website.
Year 10 students for 2024 attended an information seminar on Tuesday 28 November regarding undertaking Work Experience next year. The purpose of Work Experience was explained, as well as the requirements for securing a placement. A Google Classroom page has been set up for all Year 10 students and an introductory information letter was sent to parents through Compass, advising of the dates and encouraging students to get in early and try to organise their placement during the summer holidays. Work Experience will be held from Monday 24 June to Friday 28 June.
Finally, on behalf of all the team in Careers we would like to thank you for your many and varied interactions throughout the year and wish you and your family a happy Christmas and peaceful New Year.
