Star Performers
Two of our 2025 students (who completed Unit 3&4 studies last year) have been invited to exhibit their works in the VCE Season of Excellence this year. This is a fantastic achievement and credit to our staff who work tirelessly to promote Literature and Arts across our school.
Congratulations to Tasmiya H, who has been selected to be published in the Top Scribe 2026 anthology in recognition of her outstanding achievement in VCE Literature. Congratulations also go to Ananya H, who has been selected to perform in Top Class Music 2026 at the Melbourne Recital Centre.
Top Scribe and Top Class Music are part of the VCE Season of Excellence, presented by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority. The Season is an annual showcase of work produced by outstanding VCE students who completed performing, visual, multimedia, or cinematic arts; technology; design; writing; or research studies in 2025. Events are presented at Melbourne’s major cultural venues, alongside associated education programs.
You can find more information regarding the Season of Excellence program on the VCAA’s Season of Excellence website. Tickets are currently on sale for all Season events, and bookings can be made directly with each venue.
Communication is Vital
Mount Waverley Secondary College has a commitment to provide all the care and support necessary for each student to do their best and achieve the highest possible learning outcomes. It is important that when families have concerns about their children, they contact the relevant staff members immediately to ensure a quick supportive response.
I encourage families to maintain open communication with staff members to ensure each student is provided with optimal support.
The most appropriate staff members to talk to when you have specific concerns are the classroom teachers, then Year Level Coordinator, then Sub School Leader or Head of Sub School prior to contacting one of the Campus Principals. These are the staff members who have a thorough understanding of the needs of the students in their care: –
Year Level Coordinators
Year 7 Mr Jackie Chan, Ms Brinda Manogaran
Year 8 Mr Will Keep, Ms Eliza Yates
Year 9 Mr Tristan Dunkley, Ms Cathleen Howell
Year 10 Mr Aayush Khosla, Ms Jess Panther
Year 11 Mrs Sunita Sewani, Mrs Lisa Worthy
Year 12 Mr Chris Bamford, Mr Adam Wheeler
Junior School Leader Ms Danielle Robertson
Head of Junior School Ms Jo Rogers
Middle School Leader Mr Callum Hope
Head of Middle School Mrs Asha Vazirani
Senior School Leader Mr James Johnston
Head of Senior School Ms Sarah Chase
During the last few weeks, I have observed classrooms and I have been very impressed with how focussed the teaching and learning activities have been and have noted that our teachers and students have a lovely rapport in the classroom. Teachers and students are clearly demonstrating our motto ‘Community, Choice and Engagement’. I am particularly pleased to report our new Year 7 students are making a very smooth transition to the college.
Our college is a safe and caring learning community, and our students and staff believe that Mount Waverley Secondary College is a very special place which offers magnificent learning opportunities.
Community Involvement
Research clearly indicates that if parents are involved in their child’s education, they enhance the learning outcomes for their students. I would like to thank all the parents who have already volunteered to be involved in our learning community.
2026 MWSC Secondhand Uniform/Book Shop
Thank you to all our wonderful parent volunteers who have been running the MWSC Secondhand Uniform/Book Shop this year. The shop is open on selected Fridays between 11.30am – 1.30pm on the Senior Campus (refer to Compass posts for actual dates). For any queries regarding textbook and uniform availability please email pnf@mwsc.vic.edu.au
Ritchies – Community Benefits
I encourage all parents to patronise Ritchies Supermarkets and access a Community Benefits Card or you can download the Ritchies Loyalty App on your phone, nominating Mount Waverley Secondary College as your preferred beneficiary. Each time you shop at Ritchies you will be actively contributing to your child’s education by helping us continue to provide quality resources throughout the college.
MWSC Alumni
In 2026 we are continuing to build our MWSC Alumni (past students and staff association). There are three ways our alumni community can stay in touch. They can register to receive a monthly MWSC Alumni newsletter, join the MWSC Alumni Facebook page or join the Mount Waverley Secondary College LinkedIn Group.
Lions Club of Ashwood Mt Waverley
We have close links to the Lions Club of Ashwood-Mt Waverley. Whilst they are part of a global organisation their focus is on the needs of our local community. The club would be interested in hearing from anyone who would like to draw their attention to a particular need or who would like to join in some of their local activities. Please contact Mr Roy Willmott for membership enquiries via email ashwood@lions201V5.org.au
Student/ Parent/ Teacher Conferences
Our virtual student/parent/teacher conferences for the year will be held online via Webex on Wednesday 1 April from 1.00pm-7.30pm. Further information will be sent out closer to the time.
Mrs Karen Wade
College Principal