College Wins Top Honours
I had the privilege of attending the Premier’s VCE Awards with Ms Lynette Spiller Visual Arts teacher and Ms Lauren Kelly Senior Campus Principal on Wednesday 2nd July which was held at the Melbourne Convention Centre. Congratulations to Maya C and Petra H (Year 11) and Neyssa S who have been recognised with a Premier’s VCE Award for their outstanding academic results in 2024.
Neyssa scored a perfect study score of 50 in Health and Human Development. She is now studying a double degree Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Commerce at Monash University. Maya scored a perfect score of 50 in Art Making and Exhibiting and she is studying for a Bachelor of Arts degree at the University of Melbourne.
Petra who is currently in Year 12 was recognised with a Study Award for Hungarian which she studied at the Victorian School of Languages.
The annual Premier’s VCE Awards recognise the top-performing students in the state. This year, 305 students across 90 subjects were recognised with awards for their outstanding results. Seven students were also presented with an Outstanding VCE Vocational Major Student Award which recognises students who demonstrate excellence, employability skills growth and community impact.
The entire Mount Waverley Secondary College learning community is proud of our students and would like to congratulate them on being the recipients of such a prestigious award.
We wish them every success in the future.
To view the full Honour Roll and to read more about the Premier’s VCE Awards, visit: https://www.vic.gov.au/premiers-vce-awards
Goodbye NZ Concert
I had the pleasure of attending the Goodbye NZ Concert on Thursday 26 June. This concert was a rehearsal for the New Zealand Music tour which departs on the school holidays. Thank you to Mrs Tijtje Keatley our Director of Music and all of the staff who support our fantastic Instrumental Music program. Well done to our two Music Captains Ananya and Jacqui who hosted the night and all the students who performed.
Borneo Expedition
Our Borneo expedition left on Saturday 28 June and will be returning on Saturday 12 July during the school holidays. Special thanks to Mr Adam Laan and Ms Sarah Smith who are accompanying our students. I look forward to hearing about their adventures when they return to school.
Year 10 Work Experience
It was wonderful to see our Year 10 students completing work experience this week.
Can I sincerely thank Mrs Victoria Tortopidis, Careers Education and Alumni Coordinator for overseeing this program and organising all the documentation required to send our students into the workplace and Mr Phil Newnham our Careers Education Manager for his support. Special thanks to all the staff who called or visited our students whilst on their placements.
Student/Parent/Teacher Conferences
Student/Parent//Teacher conferences are being held remotely for VCE students on Thursday 24 July (Week 1 – Term 3). These interviews will be conducted via Webex Meetings, and it is critical that your VCE student is in attendance.
Please note these interviews relate to Semester 1 subjects only. As there are only 30 spaces for each teacher, if you can’t make an appointment, please don’t hesitate to contact teachers via email if you would like further feedback. On Thursday 11 September we will be holding a whole day of interviews for Year 7-12 students.
Stay Well this Winter
This winter season, more people are getting and being hospitalised with influenza (flu), respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and COVID-19. Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and others – it is never too late to vaccinate.
Keeping our school community well
We encourage parents, carers and students to:
- wash or sanitise your hands thoroughly and regularly, particularly before and after touching your face
- cough or sneeze into your elbow
- stay home if unwell and consult your GP or Nurse-on-Call as needed
- stay up to date with your flu and COVID-19 vaccinations.
Flu vaccinations
Flu vaccination is recommended for everyone aged 6 months and over.
Some people are more at risk of severe illness from flu and are eligible for free vaccination as part of the National Immunisation Program.
Flu vaccinations can be booked through GPs and pharmacies. Many can give a COVID-19 booster at the same time.
COVID-19 booster
The COVID-19 booster dose is available for everyone aged 18 and over. Regular COVID-19 vaccinations are the best way to prevent severe illness or hospitalisation, especially in people aged over 65 and those at higher risk of severe illness.
Children aged between 5 and 17 years who are at risk of severe illness can also receive a booster dose.
You can get your booster at your local pharmacy or GP. The COVID-19 vaccine clinic finder can tell you if you need a booster, and where to get one.
RSV Vaccinations for Mothers and Babies
RSV is a common virus that causes colds and ear infections. In babies, it can cause severe illnesses like bronchiolitis.
The RSV vaccine is available for pregnant women as part of the National Immunisation Program. In Victoria, eligible babies can also get the RSV vaccine until Tuesday 30 September 2025. For more information, refer to Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) immunisation.
You can speak with your GP or midwife about the vaccine.
Find out more
For more information about staying well this winter, refer to:
- your GP or pharmacist
- Better Health Channel – Don’t Risk the Flucampaign with translated resources, influenza and other vaccine information.
- Better Health Channel – RSV vaccine for mothers and infants
- Raising Children Network – influenza, COVID-19, bronchiolitisand helping your child prepare for vaccination.
Happy Holidays
Have a well-deserved break everyone and enjoy time with your family and friends. Term 3 begins on Monday 21 July. Stay well, take care and I will see you next term.
Mrs Karen Wade
College Principal