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SECONDARYC O L L E G E

DATE: FRIDAY 26TH MAY 2017

We value: Achievement, Respect, Commitment, Community

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Principal Team Report

VCALThis DSCN report begins by acknowledging our Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) program. Students in VCAL learn the skills necessary to be highly successful employees positively contributing to their workplace and community. Their learning is applied to real life problems and situations, where they work as a team member, show initiative, plan and create a timeline for action, communicate ideas and actions and take responsibility for organising finances and logistics. On Sunday May 14th the Senior VCAL class ran our third DSC Mother’s Day Classic event. Over 300 people attended and enjoyed the event in the autumn sunshine. The students organised everything from the venue to the BBQ. Thanks to all the staff and families who supported this worthy cause. The students have raised over $8000.

NAPLANYear 7 and Year 9 students have now completed the annual NAPLAN tests. Congratulations to our students for their cooperative approach and for trying to complete the tests to the best of their ability.

PROGRESS REPORTSThe latest Progress Reports will be posted on Sentral later next week, please make time to discuss your child’s progress with them. As we are now moving towards the end of the semester students should now be focused on making the most of their learning time and completing learning tasks to the best of their ability. Year 10 and 11 students should be preparing for their exams beginning on May 31st.

DOCTORS IN SCHOOLS There was some excitement and inconvenience on Tuesday 15th with the arrival of the Doctors In Schools building. Two semi-trailers and a very large crane took up most of the car park area while the 2 sections of this building were manoeuvred into place. Our college is part of a state-wide government program to facilitate easy access to medical care for students. A more detailed description of the program is included in this DSCN. We will also have information available on the DSC website and this will be updated as the program becomes operational in term 3.

UNDER CONSTRUCTION We will continue to see semi-trailers and an even bigger crane on site as we take delivery of two new relocatable buildings to replace two older buildings. As a result access to the road from the bus loop to the auditorium will be limited until the end of this term. When visiting Uniform Shop we ask parents to sign in at the front office to ensure safety and security for yourselves, students and staff. Parents will then be guided to the Uniform Shop.

PRESENTATION BALL We have just had a very exciting weekend with many Year 10 students and their families participating in the Presentation Balls. This was an opportunity for students to be part of an event which brings the college and families together. When visiting rehearsals I saw the progress students made while learning some quite tricky dance moves. It was wonderful to see these young people enjoying themselves and representing their families and college so admirably on both nights. As well as being a fabulous social event, the balls are the major fundraiser for the college. The funds raised will provide resources to support student learning and wellbeing. Thank you to the many parents, staff and students who have volunteered their time to support the Presentation Balls.

STAY IN TOUCH Finally, a reminder to parents about the importance of staying in touch with students learning and activities by accessing Moodle and Sentral regularly. Parents can assist students in staying organised for submitting learning tasks by the due date, and by being aware of college events and news. Also, tracking your child’s ARCC awards and congratulating them when they receive an award is a very positive way of supporting your child. Other ways to stay in touch are through the DSC website and by becoming a DSC Facebook friend.

Deb Gentle (on behalf of the Principal Team)

“Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all.” Aristotle.

Deb Gentle Rob MonkMichael Wilson Rebecca Williams

2DROUIN SECONDARY COLLEGE - E-NEWS


Mother's Day ClassicDrouin Secondary College’s annual Mother’s Day Classic fun run and walk was a great success. The event helped bring the community together to raise $8000 for breast cancer research.

This year’s amazing weather helped us bring a massive turn out of around 300 people compared to previous years. We had many fun activities that brought smiles to all faces young and old.

The event was run and organised by the Year 12 VCAL students as part of their course. The month of planning involved students working together, working with staff and importantly with local businesses to ensure our goal was achieved.

We must thank all families, friends and staff that took time out of their day to help, support or participate in our Mother’s Day Classic

On behalf of Drouin Secondary, we would like to thank the following:

• Drouin Country Club

• Nicks Bakehouse

• Snap Fitness

• Drouin Gourmet Café

• Unique Hair Design

• Drouin Health Barn

• Zabai Thai Massage

• Scrap 2 Relax

• The Willow Branch

• Jen’s Dinkum Discount

• D Design

• Debbie Brown

• Seahorse Boutique

• Gifts & Glamour

• Drouin Cycles

• Drouin and District Community Bank

• Gioia Hair

• Fancy Faces

Kane Oldham & Corey Downard




Student CreativityJacob SilcockOn the 11th of March, I attended the Annual Lardner Park

Motorfest. The event is run by the Drouin Rotary Club and Gippsland Tuff Streeters. The aim is to provide an opportunity for safe on-track motorsporting in the local community and to help raise funds for Rotary projects in not just the local area but also nationally and internationally. The event also supports local tourism.

A burnout competition was held over the two days and spectators also got to see a variety of show cars. The driver area was open to the public where they could speak to the drivers, who were all very friendly and keen to talk about their cars and experiences.

I was lucky enough to be able to capture some great shots with my camera of the cars in action. I was really excited when I was asked if some of my shots could be used and shared on the official Motorfest webpage as well as having numerous drivers request shots of their cars.

In year 9 I completed the 8/9 photography course which sparked some interest for me to pursue photography. I learnt about key elements and skills I would need to be successful within the class. Although, without money to buy the right equipment, taking quality shots proved difficult.

After later acquiring a part-time job, I earned enough money to buy my own digital SLR camera which re-sparked my interest and love for taking photos. Through practice and patience, I have been able to create some work I am proud of. Now I am enthusiastic about further developing my skills and sharing my photos with others.

By Jacob Silcock Year 11


Drouin Secondary College has a Careers website for students and their parents/caregivers to use. You can find it at www.drouinsccareers.com

It’s a “One Stop Shop” for your student’s needs from Career Planning, Exploring jobs, VCE & VCAL, Post School Options and much more.

Each student will complete a Career Action Plan and update it each year. Resumes can also be written.

The site is also designed with you, the parent/caregiver in mind, to provide you with all the information you need about your child’s Career Planning and post school options – and the information is constantly changing in these areas.

An Important and exciting section of the site allows students to create a digital portfolio that will roll over each year with them at DSC. The information entered by your student is confidential but will allow us to work with them to provide the best service possible to you all.

Please browse this site and become familiar with it. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us by email or phone.

Kerry Wales, Jen Rolls & Jaydyn King Careers & Pathways Advisors

CAREERS NEWS...



Caught between words?Don't be confused!

Learn how to make the right choice!!

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Out & About with 8HOLThis term a major focus for the 8HOL team is to learn about developing a ‘healthy body and healthy mind.’

Kael Coster (Coster MMA in Warragul) has been providing guidance and instruction for the team to develop not only their fitness but also some basic self-defence skills.

The team has found the sessions with Kael to be highly energetic and super fun. The boys are learning a great deal about how to improve their fitness, the benefits of challenging themselves and the feeling of success when performing skills effectively.



The team have planted out the 8HOL garden and are looking forward to harvesting a delicious variety of healthy and delicious vegetables. The boys are looking forward to using some of what they produce to make a healthy team lunch. Some of what the team harvest will also be donated to Food Bank Drouin.

Tom Hobbs dropped in at 8HOL Headquarters to motivate the team. Tom spoke about his passion for AFL and his dream to play for an AFL team. Tom currently plays for Port Melbourne in the VFL and is loving his experience there. Tom also spoke about what it is like to be an apprentice carpenter and working in the city. Tom emphasised that to get what they want out of life the boys need to be prepared to have a go, work hard and stay focused.

A huge thank you to our good mate Hobbo for organising this visit for us.




This Year 11 Geography class travelled to Cockatoo and Marysville to study the effects of our state’s two worst bushfires – Ash Wednesday and Black Saturday. It was a stark reminder of the force of nature and the impact such disasters can have on the environment and the community. Students visited the Ash Wednesday education Centre in Cockatoo and were given a presentation from the 1983 Captain of the Cockatoo CFA, Graeme Simpson. The centre has an amazing collection of photos and information from the fire. Students then went onto Toolangi State Forest to learn about the effects of forestry and logging areas on bushfires, before moving onto Marysville.

Marysville is a community that has rallied together and shown how resilient people can be in the face of amazing odds. The students heard first hand from Glenys, a survivor of Black Saturday, the horrors and hardship a fire of such catastrophic force can have on people and the environment. The information centre at Marysville has an excellent display to educate everyone about the real danger of bushfires. Students visited Steavenson Falls where the environmental scars are still very prevalent. Overall, a very informative and enjoyable study with many lessons to take away.

YEAR 11 GEOGRAPHY



Year 7 Reading & LiteracyYear 7 students read over five million words between 22 April and 18 May and the following students successfully completed quizzes:

Tarrant Agnoleto (2), Cameron Allen, Phoebe Allgood, Cailey Ancilleri, Ned Ashton, Matthew Atherton (2), Chloe Balcombe (2), Bailey Bell-Janke (2), Beau Britton (3), Tiarnee Browney, Nicholas Caddy, Connor Carew, Jamie Carter, Ezra Cini, Zachary Clarke (2), Shelby Craig (5), Jack Cross (2), Carter Davis, Alexander Dijkstra, Christopher Diston, Wade Diston, Ruby Drake (2), Ally Dunn, Laylah Embleton (3), William Fairley, Isabella Fernandez, Jazmine Fitzgerald (2), Ava-Grace Forbes (2), Jesse Garner, Braydan Graham-Dorling (5), Madison Gray, Bonnie Gregory, Riley Griffin, Jai Gust, Aaron Hallam (5), Conner Harvey, Wesley Hunt, Ella Johnstone, Jamie Kawecki, Hayden King, Kira King, Jacob Kleeven, Iesha Knight, Ryan Maric (4), Kirra-Lee Matheson, Preiah McIntosh, Charley McKenna (3), Aaron Miles, Shyan Mitchell, Tyneal O’Dwyer, Patrick Opie, Keahrna Parnes, Tamsyn Pearson (2), Byron Powell (2), Tess Price, Isabella Quaife (3), Kynan Rintoule, Laura-Joan Roberts (8), Briley Robertson (4), Jackson Saunders (2), Darcy Spratt (4), Ethan Swan, Toby Talbot (2), Declan Thomas (2), Isla Thorpe (2), Kye Thorpe, Taj Vass, Jaylee Virgona (2), Grace Waddell (2), Bradley Ward, Hannah Warren (2), Thomas Young (2).

A special mention goes to Briley Robertson and Aaron Hallam who have both read over one million words since the beginning of Term 1.

Students need to be supported at home with a routine of regular reading. The target for each semester is to read at least three books and successfully complete quizzes on each.

Progress can be tracked at https://auhosted1.renlearn.com.au/1458054 using the student’s username and password for Moodle.

Thank you for supporting your child’s reading.

DSC English, SURFF and Library Staff

Book of the Month“Red Queen” Victoria Aveyard

This amazing fantasy hits the ground running and draws you into the world of Mare Barrow. Her world is a world divided by blood – red or silver. The Reds are commoners, ruled by a Silver elite in possession of god-like superpowers. To Mare, a seventeen-year-old Red girl from the poverty-stricken Stilts, it seems like nothing will ever change.

That is, until she finds herself working in the Silver Palace. Here, surrounded by the people she hates the most, Mare discovers that, despite her

red blood, she possesses a deadly power of her own. One that threatens to destroy the balance of power.

Fearful of Mare’s potential, the Silvers hide her in plain view, declaring her a long-lost Silver princess, now engaged to a Silver prince. Despite knowing that one misstep would mean her death, Mare works silently to help the Red Guard, a militant resistance group, and bring down the Silver regime.

But this is a world of betrayal and lies, and Mare has entered a dangerous dance – Reds against Silvers, prince against prince, and Mare against her own heart.

4/5 Stars





Excerpt from "Defenders of Thoshew"By the time Leo reached Plitani, the sun was bearing down on him. The radiant teal orb, casting its rays directly onto the land below. He trotted down the cobble path, flanked either side by two-storey houses packed together closer than pickets on a fence. Upon reaching the town centre, shops and stalls selling all manners of wares on all sides, he dismounted his horse, gently stroking his mane, before leading him over to a nearby stable and tying him up.

Leo sighed softly, long rides left him sore, and today was no exception. He scanned the shops on the edge of the market, his eyes coming to rest on the local smith. He walked forward, lured inexplicably towards the worn stone façade and the dull sign over the door, portraying the smith’s anvil and hammer. He paused in the entryway, blinking a few times as he looked around. There was a small sign on the counter, a simple piece of folded paper, denoting the absence of the smith. With a soft sigh and shake of his head, he turned, heading out across the cobble and towards the Tanner.

LC

Bleeding OutOh you tell me to hold onOh you tell me to hold onBut the innocence is gone

And what was right is wrong

~

The forest flashed past me, my feet hitting the ground in an uneven rhythm as I ran. I could feel my heart in my throat. My foot slipped on a rock and I cried out as I fell down. My legs and hands were covered in mud, and I wanted to stay on the ground forever but I knew I had to keep running. I couldn't let them catch me. I struggled to stand up and my legs threatened to give way underneath me. I heard the metallic clang of the armour they wore and I looked back. The sun glinted off the armour and it flashed in my eyes. That was enough warning I needed. I pushed myself forward, running harder than before. My breath came out in short quick huffs as my lungs ached. My feet were numb as I stumbled through the undergrowth.

The sunlight above me got brighter and brighter and the trees thinned out til I was in the open. The sunlight blinded me as I raced into what I thought was a clearing. I closed my eyes before feeling my feet fall. My eyes shot open to see I had stepped off a cliff. I wobbled for a bit before slipping. The blood rushed to my head as I screamed. A sharp pain shot through my fingers as I clung to the side of the cliff. I opened my eyes and immediately regretted it as a fresh wave of blood made its way out of my mouth. The footsteps of my pursuers drew closer and closer until the blinding sun was blocked out due to him standing in front of it.

His stone cold face stared at mine. His eyes were dim and faded as he bent over to me. He went to grab hold of my hand. I knew I couldn't let him catch me, he couldn't have me. I had to chance it.

My hand was freed from its pain as I let it slip off the rock. I felt the air rush past my body, my hair flying in my face. I smiled and breathed my last words.

“I’m sorry. I will always love you…” I whispered before my eyes closed for the last time.~

Cause I’m bleeding outSo if the last thing that I do

Is bring you outI’ll bleed out for you

For youZuzby (Song reference Bleeding Out by Imagine Dragons)

Illustrated by Hannah Foenander

Writer’s SocietyWriter’s Society meets every Monday at lunchtime. We work on current pieces, share ideas and workshop skills. These are some excerpts from our talented writers’ current works.


ScentlessIt snapped its jaws at me, breaking me from my trance and forcing me back into reality. My hands shot out in front of myself, in hopes of protection. A gunshot suddenly rang out and everything went silent, the creature fell off of me and lay still in a puddle of its own blood.

“Hurry! He won’t stay down for long!” A voice called out.

I looked back towards the creature, the voice was right, it had already started to twitch, the bullet shot back out and the wound was seemingly stitching itself up. I scrambled to my feet and ran in the direction of the voice, it probably knew what was going on and I wanted answers.

Sophie McCabe

Young people can feel depressed for all sorts of reasons and their moods can vary, from feeling a bit miserable to feeling overwhelming sadness and hopelessness. Around 20 per cent of teenagers experience depressive moods.

Although it is often difficult to communicate with someone who is feeling low, it is important not to ignore a young person’s feelings. Knowing that family and friends care and are willing to give support can be the first vital step to getting better.

Young people at risk Depression can affect anyone, but some teenagers are more likely to become depressed if:

• They have a close relative who has suffered from depression,

• They have had a major life stress or several stresses.

A major life stress can be family break-up, school failure, bullying, experience of prejudice and social isolation because of sexual preferences, child abuse, loss of a parent, accident, broken relationship or moving to another area.

Where to go for help

Apart from parents / family members, young people can talk with several people at school including their teacher, welfare coordinator or the school nurse.

Local doctor – young people can be placed on a mental health care plan which is a plan made by your doctor for treating a mental health problem over time.

Your GP will work with you to assess your mental health, work out what help you need, set goals and choose the treatment that would be best for you. Your GP will also discuss options for treatment and advise you about any other services that might help you, eg: psychologist, counselor.

Internet –

http://www.betterhealthchannel.com.au ,

www.beyondblue.org.au ,

http://www.youthbeyondblue.com

Laura DSC Nurse

Notes from the Nurse - LauraTeenagers and Depression


http://www.betterhealthchannel.com.au

http://www.beyondblue.org.au

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PARENT AND CARER FACT SHEET:DOCTORS IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS

HELPING VICTORIA’S YOUNG PEOPLE ACCESS HEALTH CARE The Victorian Government is making sure young people are receiving the health support, advice and treatment they need to reach their full potential. The $43.8 million Doctors in Secondary Schools initiative is delivering on the Government’s election commitment to fund general practitioners (GPs) to attend 100 of Victoria’s schools to provide medical advice and health care to those students most in need. This initiative will also provide for modern, fit‐for‐purpose rooms where required. This brochure provides answers to commonly asked questions about access to this program. WHAT IS THE CURRENT LAW ON CONSENT? Victorian law is clear on consent for medical treatment by a GP:

Young people who are mature minors can consent to their own medical treatment.

Young people who are not mature minors cannot give consent to their own medical treatment.

As is the case in community GP practice, the GP participating in the Doctors in Secondary Schools program, will assess if a young person is a mature minor with respect to the issue for which they are seeking medical treatment. WHAT IS A MATURE MINOR? Mature minors are young people under the age of 18 years who are deemed capable of seeking and obtaining health care for their particular issue. To give informed consent, a young person must be able to understand what treatment involves, what it is for, why it is needed and why it applies to them as an individual. The young person must also appreciate the risks associated with the treatment and be aware of the other options available, as well as the consequences of not pursuing treatment.

HOW DOES THE GP ASSESS WHETHER A YOUNG PERSON IS A MATURE MINOR? When the GP decides whether to give the young person medical treatment, they will consider:

Age Maturity in other areas of their life Independence – whether they live at home with a

parent or carer, or support themselves The seriousness of the treatment The young person’s understanding of why the

treatment is needed, what it involves, treatment options, things that might go wrong (like side effects from drugs, or other complications), and consequences of non‐treatment.

WHAT IF MY CHILD IS NOT A MATURE MINOR? In the case of the Doctors in Secondary School program, any young person who wants to make an appointment with the GP can do so. The GP will decide if the young person is a mature minor with respect to the issue for which they are seeking medical treatment. The assessment as to whether a young person is a mature minor may vary for different issues. For example, a GP may decide a young person is mature enough to be able to consent to treatment for a health condition such as asthma, but may not be mature enough to discuss the risks and benefits of anti‐depressant medication. If a GP determines that your child is not a mature minor, they will obtain your consent before medical treatment is provided. CAN I COME TO THE APPOINTMENT WITH MY CHILD? Yes, parent or carer involvement is encouraged and the program recognises that as parents or carers you are an important source of information and support for your child in managing the issue for which they are seeing the GP. WHAT IF I DON’T WANT MY CHILD TO SEE A GP? You are encouraged to you discuss this with your child and with their school. Generally, all secondary school aged students will be considered mature enough to make a decision to see the GP and the GP will then decide whether the student is a mature minor for the purposes of seeking

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HELPING VICTORIA’S YOUNG PEOPLE ACCESS HEALTH CARE The Victorian Government is making sure young people are receiving the health support, advice and treatment they need to reach their full potential. The $43.8 million Doctors in Secondary Schools initiative is delivering on the Government’s election commitment to fund general practitioners (GPs) to attend 100 of Victoria’s schools to provide medical advice and health care to those students most in need. This initiative will also provide for modern, fit‐for‐purpose rooms where required. This brochure provides answers to commonly asked questions about access to this program. WHAT IS THE CURRENT LAW ON CONSENT? Victorian law is clear on consent for medical treatment by a GP:

Young people who are mature minors can consent to their own medical treatment.

Young people who are not mature minors cannot give consent to their own medical treatment.

As is the case in community GP practice, the GP participating in the Doctors in Secondary Schools program, will assess if a young person is a mature minor with respect to the issue for which they are seeking medical treatment. WHAT IS A MATURE MINOR? Mature minors are young people under the age of 18 years who are deemed capable of seeking and obtaining health care for their particular issue. To give informed consent, a young person must be able to understand what treatment involves, what it is for, why it is needed and why it applies to them as an individual. The young person must also appreciate the risks associated with the treatment and be aware of the other options available, as well as the consequences of not pursuing treatment.

HOW DOES THE GP ASSESS WHETHER A YOUNG PERSON IS A MATURE MINOR? When the GP decides whether to give the young person medical treatment, they will consider:

Age Maturity in other areas of their life Independence – whether they live at home with a

parent or carer, or support themselves The seriousness of the treatment The young person’s understanding of why the

treatment is needed, what it involves, treatment options, things that might go wrong (like side effects from drugs, or other complications), and consequences of non‐treatment.

WHAT IF MY CHILD IS NOT A MATURE MINOR? In the case of the Doctors in Secondary School program, any young person who wants to make an appointment with the GP can do so. The GP will decide if the young person is a mature minor with respect to the issue for which they are seeking medical treatment. The assessment as to whether a young person is a mature minor may vary for different issues. For example, a GP may decide a young person is mature enough to be able to consent to treatment for a health condition such as asthma, but may not be mature enough to discuss the risks and benefits of anti‐depressant medication. If a GP determines that your child is not a mature minor, they will obtain your consent before medical treatment is provided. CAN I COME TO THE APPOINTMENT WITH MY CHILD? Yes, parent or carer involvement is encouraged and the program recognises that as parents or carers you are an important source of information and support for your child in managing the issue for which they are seeing the GP. WHAT IF I DON’T WANT MY CHILD TO SEE A GP? You are encouraged to you discuss this with your child and with their school. Generally, all secondary school aged students will be considered mature enough to make a decision to see the GP and the GP will then decide whether the student is a mature minor for the purposes of seeking

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medical treatment for the presenting issue. This principle applies just the same if your child was seeing the doctor in a local community general practice. WILL THE GP INVOLVE ME? There will be many circumstances where it is desirable or necessary for you to be involved. If your child is not a mature minor, the GP will involve a parent or carer or another responsible adult. If your child is assessed as a mature minor by the GP, the GP may see your child alone for the treatment of their issue, however the GP will often encourage your child to involve you in their care. This approach helps build confidence and responsibility in young people as they grow into young adults, while balancing the need to respect your child’s emerging right to confidential health care with your reasonable expectation about being involved in your child’s health care. UNDER WHAT OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES WILL I FIND OUT ABOUT MY CHILD’S GP VISIT? If the GP has determined that your child is considered a mature minor for the medical treatment being sought, their health information must be kept confidential and cannot be disclosed unless it is with your child’s consent or the disclosure of the information is otherwise permitted or required by law. The following are examples of when disclosure of health information is permitted or required by law:

Your child consents to the disclosure. The disclosure is necessary to prevent a serious threat

to public health, safety or welfare – e.g. the young person has a disease which must be notified to the Department of Health and Human Services.

The disclosure is necessary to lessen or prevent a serious and imminent threat to any person’s health, safety or welfare.

Examples:

The young person is at imminent risk of harming themselves.

The young person is at imminent risk of harming others.

In accordance with these privacy obligations, school staff will not disclose when your child has accessed the GP

unless it is with your child’s consent, or there are some other legal reasons for the disclosure of this information. WHEN CAN MY CHILD GET THEIR OWN MEDICARE CARD? Young people can apply for their own Medicare card when they turn 15 years of age. They need to complete an application form and provide identification, such as a student card or birth certificate, as well as details about the card they are transferring from. WHERE WILL MY CHILD’S MEDICAL RECORD BE KEPT? The medical records will remain the property of the participating GP’s base clinic. CAN THE GP REFER MY CHILD TO OTHER HEALTH SERVICES IF THEY NEED IT? Yes. It is anticipated that referrals will be an important part of this program. The school program lead and nurse will work with the GP and your child to help support them if any referrals are required. In certain cases, you may also be consulted and involved in these referrals. WHAT IF MY CHILD ALREADY HAS A GP? If your child has an existing GP but would prefer to see the GP at their school, your child’s medical records can be transferred. This reflects what is currently undertaken in the broader community. This is important and encouraged, so that continuity of care is promoted across all the health providers a young person sees. If your child is mature minor, they can consent to the transfer of their medical records. If your child is not a mature minor, you can consent to the transfer of your child’s medical records. WHAT SERVICES WILL THE GP BE PROVIDING? The GPs participating in the Doctors in Secondary Schools program will provide young people with the same services as those GPs in the community, including management of physical health, mental health, and sexual and reproductive health issues. For more information please visit: http://www.education.vic.gov.au/about/programs/health/pages/doctors‐secondary‐schools.aspx or email Doctors in Secondary Schools at: [email protected] with any questions.


Going places with DSC DukesYear 9 Duke of Edinburgh Class has been busy in the last few months learning many new skills and completing their first Adventure Journey. The first camp involved walking, mountain bike riding and navigation, finishing with a day at Nayook Outdoor Centre doing high ropes on the Canopy Challenge. The walking tested a few students as they carried full packs with tents, trangias and clothing from Punchbowl in San Remo to Kilcunda along the magnificent Bass Coast Walk. The next day was navigation at the Silvan Dam orienteering course and the final day was riding the trails of Lysterfield. All students thoroughly enjoyed the experience, even though they initially thought they couldn’t complete the camp.

The CFA skills sessions are also going strong, studying fire behaviour and bushfire dangers. The students have been running hoses from the trucks, operating the pumps, performing the 5 man fog attack, pumping from a static source and learning radio communications – all great to practice teamwork, leadership and problem solving.

Finally, the Dukes class was officially inducted into the Drouin Secondary College Leo’s Club. The first time DSC has had Year 9 students in the Leos; previously it has always been the 8 HOL boys. Don Sinclair, Erika Wassenburg and Murray Gardiner attended from Drouin Lions to induct the students and welcome them into the Club. A wonderful morning tea was enjoyed at the end of the ceremony by students, Lions members, teachers and parents. The Year 9 Leos had their first fundraising activity recently, cleaning up after the Debutant Ball. It was great to see the teamwork and dedication as everyone got in and completed the job. All were certainly living the Leo’s purpose of Leadership, Experience and Opportunity.

With term 2 nearly over and many activities to come, the Dukes will certainly be kept busy.

Public Transport Victoria

From Sunday 14 May, we’re launching a new bus network.

Six new routes will replace routes 1-5 and the Warragul to Drouin services. Visit the PTV pop up hub to find out more about your new network. Staff will be available between 10am and 1pm at the following locations:

When Where

Warragul 9, 10, 11, 15, 16, 19 and 20 May Corner of Smith and Palmerston streets

Drouin 12, 13, 17 and 18 May Next to 73 Princes Way

What's new?

New timetables Peak hour and weekend services Longer operating hours, improved frequency and coverage Better connections with some peak hour trains Updated customer information at stops

The new network gives you better access to:

Warragul and Drouin stations Cooinda Lodge, Fairview Village and Lyrebird aged care facilities Federation Training, Warragul Campus West Gippsland Campus West Gippsland Hospital

Your new network Route 80: Warragul South to Warragul Station via West Gippsland Hospital Route 81: Warragul North to Warragul Station via Latrobe Street Route 82: Warragul North to Warragul Station via Stoddarts Road Route 83: Warragul East to Warragul Station via Copelands Road Route 85: Drouin Station to Warragul Station via Drouin South Route 86: Drouin Station to Drouin North via McNeilly Road Route 89: Warragul to Noojee To view your new timetable and route maps, visit ptv.vic.gov.au/warraguldrouin

Public Transport Victoria

From Sunday 14 May, we’re launching a new bus network.

Six new routes will replace routes 1-5 and the Warragul to Drouin services. Visit the PTV pop up hub to find out more about your new network. Staff will be available between 10am and 1pm at the following locations:

When Where

Warragul 9, 10, 11, 15, 16, 19 and 20 May Corner of Smith and Palmerston streets

Drouin 12, 13, 17 and 18 May Next to 73 Princes Way

What's new?

New timetables Peak hour and weekend services Longer operating hours, improved frequency and coverage Better connections with some peak hour trains Updated customer information at stops

The new network gives you better access to:

Warragul and Drouin stations Cooinda Lodge, Fairview Village and Lyrebird aged care facilities Federation Training, Warragul Campus West Gippsland Campus West Gippsland Hospital

Your new network Route 80: Warragul South to Warragul Station via West Gippsland Hospital Route 81: Warragul North to Warragul Station via Latrobe Street Route 82: Warragul North to Warragul Station via Stoddarts Road Route 83: Warragul East to Warragul Station via Copelands Road Route 85: Drouin Station to Warragul Station via Drouin South Route 86: Drouin Station to Drouin North via McNeilly Road Route 89: Warragul to Noojee To view your new timetable and route maps, visit ptv.vic.gov.au/warraguldrouin

COLLEGE DATESWEEK 7Monday 29/05 Year 7 to 9 Brainstorm Production -

Anti Bullying

Tuesday 30/05 Student Individual and LG Group Photos

Production Rehearsals - 3.45pm - 5pm

Wednesday 31/05 Year 9 LG - Focus on your future

Mid Semester Exams Commence

Thursday 01/06 Mid Semester Exams

Intermediate Boys AFL

Friday 02/06 Mid Semester Exams

Year 7 Moondah Incursion - Haluel Visit

WEEK 8Monday 05/06 Mid Semester Exams

VCE Theatre Studies Rehearsal - 3.45pm - 6pm

Tuesday 06/06 Mid Semester Exams

Year 7 Boys AFL

Intermediate Round Robin Soccer/Badminton/Netball



Wednesday 07/06 Year 9 Careers Incursion


Year 8 Boys AFL

Year 9 LG - Focus on your future

Thursday 08/06 Year 12 VCAL - Fairshare School in the Kitchen

Senior Netball, Soccer, Badminton

The 39 Steps 7.30pm (VCE Theatre Studies Performance)

Friday 09/06Report Writing Day - Student Free Day

WEEK 9Monday 12/06 Queen's Birthday Public Holiday

Tuesday 13/06 Production Rehearsals - 3.45pm - 5pm

VCE Legal Studies Excursion

Student Photo Catch Up Session

Moondah Excursion Dandenong Market

Wednesday 14/06 Duke of Education Camp

VCE GAT Exam - 10am - 1.15pm

Thursday 15/06 Duke of Education Camp

Year 12 VCAL - Fairshare School in the Kitchen

Civil Constructor Taster Program

Instrumental Music Concert 7pm - 9pm


Friday 16/06 Duke of Education Camp

Year 9 Coastal Ambassador Camp


WEEK 10Monday 19/06 Year 12 VCAL Camp

Tuesday 20/06 Year 12 VCAL Camp

Year 12 English Incursion - Ross Huggard


Wednesday 21/06 Year 12 VCAL Camp

Inspiring Young Women Dinner

Thursday 22/06 Year 12 VCAL Camp


Debating - St Margaret's School

Friday 23/06 Year 12 VCAL Camp

Year 10 & 11 French Excursion

Sunday 25/06 Central Camp

2017 TERM DATESTerm 2: 18 April to 30 June

Term 3: 17 July to 22 September

Term 4: 9 October to 22 December

UNIFORM SHOP OPENING HOURS (REGULAR HOURS)Thursdays -10am to 6pm

First Saturday of Month - 9.30am to 12.30pm

Camp Sports and Excursion FundingAll CSEF applications must be submitted to the general office by the end of Term 2, 30 June 2017.

COLLEGE DATES continued

Contact Hours: 8.15am – 4.30pm

Ph: (03) 5625 1002

Fax: (03) 5625 1297

Email: [email protected]

SECONDARYC O L L E G E

WEEK 11Monday 26/06 Central Camp

Year 10 Work Experience

Tuesday 27/06 Central Camp



Year 12 - Responsible Serving of Alcohol Training - 3.45pm - 5.45pm

Wednesday 28/06 Central Camp


Year 12 - Responsible Serving of Alcohol Training - 3.45pm - 5.45pm

Thursday 29/06 Central Camp



Friday 30/06 Central Camp


Final Day of Term 2 - 2.30pm Finish

Saturday 01/07 Central Camp

Sunday 02/07 Central Camp

DURING THE HOLIDAYSMonday 03/07 Central Camp

Tuesday 04/07 Central Camp


Wednesday 05/07 Central Camp

Thursday 06/07 Central Camp


TERM 3 - WEEK 1Monday 17/07 First Day of Term 3


Wednesday 19/07 Year 12 - Responsible Serving of Alcohol Training

Thursday 21/07 VCE Theatre Studies - Noises Off

TERM 3 - WEEK 2Tuesday 25/07 Production Rehearsals - 3.45pm - 5pm

School Photo DayTuesday 30 May 2017Order online OR bring completed photo forms to school on the day. Please ensure students are in school uniform.

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