Our students are settling in well to the new Barak Library and making the most of all the facilities it offers. Below are just some examples of how different student groups are using the various spaces.
Senior study
The private study area provides the Year 12 students an opportunity to complete homework, research, revision for SACs and exams, write up notes or work in small groups in purpose-built meeting rooms, print, photocopy or seek one-on-one assistance from teachers, all in a fully-supervised environment. The students have nine periods of private study built into their timetables. Having the opportunity to complete some work at school assists students to create a more balanced school/work/social life outside of school hours. MLMC also provides senior after-school study sessions every afternoon from 3.15-5.00pm when teaching staff are available.
VCE book discussion
English Faculty VCE book discussions provide wonderful opportunities for students to delve deeper into their texts. Students and staff gather to discuss set English texts in an informal setting that encourages engagement through book club-type discussion.
Language groups
LOTE Language groups meet in the Barak Campus Library for additional oral language practice exposure to languages studied at the VCE level. This assists with preparation for the VCE oral exams.
Homework Club
McAuley Campus Library hosts Homework Club on Wednesday afternoons from 3.30 to 4.30pm. Students from Years 7 to 9 are supported with completing their homework by teaching staff, education support staff and VCE Maths and Science students.
(Please note: the photos included in this article were taken prior to the Federal Government’s announcement on Sunday 15 March 2020 regarding social distancing.)
