Edition 2: 20 February 2015

News from Wellington Secondary College

Wise Words

Wellington Journal

Swimming Carnival 2015

‘Tis all a Chequer-board of nights and days,where Destiny with Men for Pieces plays.Hither and thither, moves, mates, and slays.Then one by one, back in the Closet lays.

- The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam

School PhotosStudent photographs will be taken on

24 and 27 February. Please ensure

Wellington held its annual House Swimming Carnival last Thursday 12 February at Noble Park Aquatic Centre. There was some concern earlier in the week that we might swelter in the heat as the day prior saw the mercury rise into the high 30s but in true Wellington fashion we got lucky and the weather lead to perfect conditions on the day. High participation rates by all year levels led to a highly competitive day and overall there were 11 records broken, the oldest of which dated back to 1995. A huge thank you to all staff and student helpers who were pivotal in making the day the success it was!

For those following the score at home, the House points awarded were:

Penrhyn 1,695 points Alexander 1,403 points Borowdale 1,213 points

The next round, Monash Division, will be held at Oakleigh Swimming Pool on 2 March and we will take a team of over 40 strong to compete for Wellington. We wish them all the best of luck for the day!

Troy Diaz Acting Director of Sports, House and Fitness

students wear correct uniforms.

Sirius 766 points

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Principal’s Report

Swimming Sports

Our House Swimming Carnival was held last Thursday at the Noble Park Aquatic Park and was a great success. The spirit of all who attended was wonderful and positive, a true reflection of the Wellington Way. Mr Troy Diaz has taken on the role of Director of Sport, Houses, and Fitness for this term, and I thank him and his support team for organising the day and ensuring its smooth running. and good luck to those students who have progressed to the District Finals which will be held on 2 March.

Student Representative Council

The SRC has welcomed a number of new members this year and have already carried out the first fund-raiser for 2015 – the sale of roses for Valentine's Day. Again, this project proved to be a major success, both in terms of money raised as well as hearts gladdened. Thank you to all of those who supported this and well done to Mrs Wandoch and her SRC team on an early and successful start to

fund-raising for 2015.

School Photos

School photos will be taken next week, over two separate days. On Tuesday 24 February it will be Blazered Leaders, students in year 7 (except 7D, 7L & 7M), VCE, VCAL and International Students. On Friday (Feb 27) it will be the remaining students and those who were absent on Tuesday. Students will need to ensure that they are in correct summer uniform.

Student drop-off

Could I please ask, to help ensure the safety of all members of our community, that parents not use Police Road at the front of the College as a drop-off zone in the morning? Also, if you are dropping off in the main car park, please drive as far through as possible before stopping, instead of stopping outside the Wellbeing Centre. These practices are becoming more prevalent and increase the chance of accidents occurring.

3-Way Conferences

Teachers will shortly begin writing the Interim Reports for Term 1 and these will lead into the 3-Way Conferences which will be held on Tuesday 24 March. In planning for these conferences, parents are asked to book interviews via Compass from the start of March. If you have any questions about the process, please contact the General Office.

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)

As a part of our BYOD program, our IT Department is in the process of readying these devices for distribution to those who have paid in full. If you have paid a deposit but are yet to finalise the payment, please do so soon. The roll-out is now underway and, if you have chosen to participate in the program, your child will receive their device very soon. With over 1000 devices to process, I am sure that you will understand that not all students will receive their device immediately. If you have yet to decide on your participation in the program, I encourage you to join, as these devices will further enhance the education of your child.

Dan ButlerAssistant Principal

Recently, the College was contacted by a former student asking for assistance of our College community with an unfortunate matter.

We regret to report that a former Wellington student, Mr Glenn Forsyth of Carrum Downs, has been reported missing.

Picture right is a recent picture, taken around Christmas 2014. If you have any information, please contact Victoria Police.

Can You Help? Computer NoticeThe IT Department has begun the roll out of the 2015 computer devices to those who have paid in full, but with over 1000 devices to program and hand out it is taking a little longer than initially expected. We ask for your patience and consideration during this process.

Please note that devices that have not been fully paid for will NOT be handed out until they have been fully paid for, so if you have NOT YET paid in full, please do so as soon as possible at the Cashier's office.

Wendy HankinAdministration Officer

This week saw Middle School stage a number of competitions between forms as the 2015 school year began. A highlight of these competitions saw Year 9 forms pitted against each other in that time-honoured test of strength, stamina, determination, and teamwork - the tug of war. The various

forms tested their mettle in front of the Middle School Office under the watchful eyes of Mr Blaikie, Mr Dwyer and Ms Jacobs, and the participation of Ms Chang and Ms Pillay - whether the latter played a decisive role in their match ups is unclear, but their opponents certainly received a psychological boost! Also on hand were student leaders selling refreshments and taking in the action. Well done to all competitors!

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SRC - Valentine’s Day

Your SRC presidents for 2015 are Ladan Ibrahim and Kevin Tran (pictured right) and they are working very hard to represent "you". They have attended the first school council meeting and would be glad to hear your suggestions and ideas for making your time at Wellington awesome. Don't be afraid to contact them or any of your SRC representatives. We hope to introduce more of our representatives in the Journal over the next few issues.

Moreover, we are pleased to announce that Valentine's Day came early to Wellington last Friday and for many Friday the thirteenth was very lucky! Nearly 700 roses were processed (pictured left) and delivered and the SRC would like to thank all the Wellington community for supporting this event!

The SRC succeeded in raising $576. This money will cover the cost of a year's sponsorship for our Ethiopian child Yarisa Roman (pictured right), as well as provided a little more money to be contributed to our Student Bursary to assist students at Wellington who might need a little help with the cost of books, fees, uniform or other educational requirements.

Ms Barbara WandochSRC Coordinator

SRC - Red Cross Appeal

Envelopes are available for families to donate to the Royal Children's Hospital through the Schools for the Kids appeal. Ask your SRC representative or contact Mrs. Wandoch in the Hamilton Centre.

Whether it's a major natural disaster or a personal crisis in your own home, Red Cross is there to give immediate and practical help.

Reaching people in remote places around the world rapidly to provide shelter, food and medical help provides a lifeline. Reaching out to those cut off by floodwaters and fire at home reassures and sustains.

Re-connecting families or finding out the fate of loved ones torn apart by war or disaster lets people get on with their lives. A hot meal for someone living rough means making a connection when it seems no one else is there to help.

Red Cross is amongst the first to arrive and the last to leave when disaster strikes and is an important part of our local communities every day. We are calling on our Year 12 students to be local heroes and assist the Red Cross with its doorknock appeal in March.

Year 9 Tug of War

Red Cross Volunteers

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Swimming Carnival

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Swimming Carnival

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Swimming Carnival

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Swimming Carnival

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Swimming Carnival

Student Engagement, Leadership, and Acceleration

During the summer holiday, To Lien Tia, Leang Tang, and Kate Ho of Year 11 attended the ConocoPhillips Science Experience Program at Monash University at Clayton. The science experience program was for three days running from 13-15 January. The program aims to inspire and stimulate the young minds in year 9 and 10 and develop further their passion for Science and Mathematics. It is run by the Young Scientists of Australia (YSA).

Ms Geetha Rangarajan

Here is a brief account of their experience in their own words.

During the program, we were given opportunities to experience different areas of Science and Mathematics, such as Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geoscience, and Mathematics. We were amazed to learn that science fiction movies influenced the creation of modern technologies such as the Taser and Levitation, which in turn led to new discoveries in medicine benefiting the whole community.

One unforgettable experience we had was in learning how to apply new knowledge to a realistic situation, for example the egg drop competition where we were given limited of materials to make a cage for an egg. The aim was to save the egg when it drops at target height. We also had challenging and interesting experiences in Mathematics that was totally different to what we usually do at high school. We used patterns, rules and codes to solve problems.

We got to see in detail of different orangelles under the fluorescence and electron microscope. We used the microscope to detect the chemical changes within the cell and determine if a cell is cancerous or not. We can then predict the symptoms and reason out why that cell was damaged.

The experience wasn't just about Science and Mathematics, we also made new friends who shared the same passion. We also had fun hitting the dance floor at the Science Experience's disco party. Not only that we also had fun playing with the very expensive electron microscopes and we learnt to make the best paper planes ever.

‘My favourite part of the whole program was visiting the anatomy museum and looking at how body parts which look so different in real life compare to the textbook. It really gives me a insight into medical field.’ – Tolien

‘My favourite part of the science experience was the science show, which proved that magic is not real, it's just science and some quick hands.’ – Leang

‘I like the 'Mathemagic' which applies the patterns in real life to solve problem. They showed us how to do magic with cards and tricks that you can use for entertainment’ - Kate

On Friday 6 February, Wellington's Year 12 Chemistry classes attended an excursion to the Chemistry Faculty of the University of Melbourne. There they investigated and learnt about some of the analytical instrumentation that are frequently used in many laboratories and research facilities today.

With some guidance from the university tutors and post graduate students our year 12s conducted some experiments using these industrial instruments to measure the caffeine content in cola and calcium concentration in ocean water.

Overall it was an extremely enlightening experience as the students were able to experience firsthand the type of work that is undertaken within a workplace laboratory. An example of this can be seen in the image at right, where Pouya Heidari (one of our Year 12 VCE chemistry students) using atomic absorption spectroscopy to sample some ocean water and determine the calcium content that is present.

Mr Cat NguyenYear 12 Chemistry Teacher

Year 12 Chemistry

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Fettuccine

Ingredients:

· 1 c. high gluten flour

· 1 tsp. salt

· 2 eggs, lightly beaten

· 1 c. pasta sauce

· 2 tbs. parmesan cheese

Method:

1. Combine the flour, salt and desired flavour/s in a food processor and pulse to combine the ingredients.

2. With the motor running, add the eggs. Process for 1-2 minutes until the dough clings together and feels stringy.

3. Turn the dough onto a floured bench and knead until smooth.

4. Cover with plastic wrap and allow to rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.

5. Refer to directions for use of pasta machine.Cooking Pasta:

1. Fill a large saucepan with water. Add some salt to the water and bring it to boil. Cook pasta for 2-3 minutes only (until al dente).

The pasta should be firm, not soft, and have a hard, chalky centre. Drain the pasta.

2. Add 1 cup of pasta sauce to the saucepan on a low heat. Simmer for 5-10 minutes. Add the drained pasta to the sauce and toss

until it is coated.

3. Serve with some parmesan cheese

1. Attach the pasta machine to the bench

2. Pull dial out wards and turn dial to number 1 position. Feed dough through rollers 6 times

3. Turn dial to number 2 position. Feed through rollers 1 time

4. Turn dial to number 3 position. Feed dough through 1 time

5. Attach the 'cutter roller'

6. Place handle in fettuccini slot

7. Cut dough into three strips

8. Feed each strip into fettuccini cutter

9. Place fettuccini into three 'nests' on a plate

10. Never wash machine with water. To clean machine use a dry pastry brush.

Chicken Risotto

Ingredients:

· ½ small chicken breast, diced

· 2 swiss brown mushrooms, finely sliced

· ½ onion, diced

· 2 Tablespoons olive oil

· 2 cups hot water

· 2 teaspoons chicken stock powder

· ½ cup Aborio rice

· 4 semi dried tomatoes, roughly chopped

· Handful spinach leaves

· 1 Tablespoon cream

· 1 Tablespoon grated parmesan cheese, to garnish

Method:

1. Place onion in a large saucepan with 1 Tablespoon of olive oil and saute until transparent (1-2 min) on medium heat. Add

chicken and mushrooms and cook thoroughly for (5-6 min). Remove and set aside in a bowl.

2. Mix water and chicken stock powder in a large metric jug. Bring chicken stock to the boil in a medium saucepan.

3. Place rice and remaining olive oil in the large saucepan over a low heat. Stir for a couple of minutes to seal the rice.

4. Add the hot chicken stock, a quarter at a time, using a soup ladle and stir until rice absorbs liquid. Cook until rice is just

tender.

5. Add tomatoes, spinach, cooked chicken and mushrooms. Cook for 2 minutes.

6. Add cream. Remove from heat, garnish with parmesan cheese.

Vegetarian: Omit chicken. Use vegetable stock. Collect 4 mushrooms, two handfuls of spinach and 6 semi dried tomatoes in total.Halal: Use halal chicken breast and vegetable stock.

Recipes of the Week

Flavour Variations:

· 1 tbs. poppy seeds

· 1 tbs. black cracked pepper

· 1 tsp. chilli flakes

· 2 tbs. fresh herbs

· 2 tbs. spinach, strained & dried

Use of Pasta Machine:

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Careers In Health

We are pleased to announce that all year 11 and 12 students are invited to attend an information evening regarding future careers in health and healthcare, to be held on Wednesday, 4 March at Nazarath College. Students MUST book to attend and are requested to add their names to the list currently posted outside the Senior School Office.

We would also like to invite all year 12 students to enter a competition to observe a surgery. Entrants do not need to be aspiring doctors or nurses, your curiosity is enough! To enter, students need to compose and email a 200 word entry by Friday 27 February. One student from our school will be chosen for this opportunity - good luck!

Ms Rochelle DicksonYear 12 Coordinator

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Careers In Health

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School Photo Forms

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Arthur Reed Photos Pty. Ltd.A.B.N 48 528 494 590

148-154 Marshalltown Road, Grovedale, VIC 3216

Post: PO Box 272, Belmont, VIC 3216 | Telephone: (03) 5243 4390Email: enquiries@arphotos.com.au | Web: www.arphotos.com.au

How to orderGo online to shop.arphotos.com.au/schoolorder

or scan the QR code shown below to go to our mobile

friendly ordering site.

Enter your online ordering code, then follow the instructions

to place your order. A receipt will be issued to you once

payment through our secure payment facility has been

completed.

Order your school photos NOW and remember, all family

photographs need to be ordered, by midnight the day

BEFORE the inal photo day.

Online ordering is convenient and easy so order your school

photos today.

ONLINE ORDERING CODE

Important informationWhen ordering school photos online you can also order a digital copy of your children’s family photograph.

There’s no need to return an order to school if you have ordered your family photographs online however your school may want you to notify

them of your order. Please take note of any instructions from your school.

Remember, ALL orders for family photographs need to be made by midnight, the day BEFORE photography to ensure a family photograph of

your children is taken on photo day.

Not able to order online?If you are not able to order your school family portraits online, please complete the order details on the other side of this form and return it

directly to Arthur Reed Photos BEFORE photo day.

Unconditional Money-Back GuaranteeYou will receive a full refund if you are not completely satisied with your photographs - just return your complete photo package directly to us,

within 10 days and a refund will be sent to you. (Please keep evidence and date of return).

WLG523

Family Photographs Dear Parent,

In addition to student portrait and class group photos, you can also

purchase photos of your children photographed together as a family.

Family Photographs will be taken at Wellington Secondary College on

February 24 and 27, 2015.

When ordering photographs online, you can purchase a high resolution

digital copy of your children’s family portrait.

All orders for family photographs need to be made by midnight, the day

BEFORE the inal photo day i.e. midnight on February 26. This ensures our

photographers know in advance that you want a photograph taken.

Your package of family photographs will be delivered to the school

approximately four weeks after photography is completed.

We look forward to providing family photographs to you.

Arthur Reed Photos Pty. Ltd.

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School Photo Forms

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GROUP PHOTO - Design to be chosen by your school.

PAYMENT ADVICE - If returning order to Arthur Reed Photos and paying by Credit Card - PLEASE COMPLETE THIS SECTION.

WHEN ORDERING THIS PACKAGE ONLINE, YOU CAN ALSO PURCHASE A HIGH QUALITY DIGITAL COPY OF YOUR

CHILDREN’S FAMILY PORTRAIT FOR ONLY $7

Wellington Secondary College

Please include the names of ALL students

to be included in this family photograph

Student’s Name

Class/Homeroom

Student’s Name

Class/Homeroom

Student’s Name

Class/Homeroom

PARENT/GUARDIAN DETAILS

Parent/Guardian Name

Mobile or Contact Phone Number

PACKAGE CHOICE

FA - Family Value Package $30

FB - Standard Family Package $22

FC - Family Portrait $19

PAYMENT DETAILS

Cheque/Money Order

Credit Card Authority($1 surcharge applies to credit card

payments made with order envelope)

TOTAL COST OF ORDER $

FA - FAMILY VALUE PACKAGE $30

FC - FAMILY PORTRAIT PHOTO

+FREE digital image

$19

when photos are ordered online.

(Tablet not included)

1 - 18 x 13 cm portrait &

1 - Display mount,

1 - 18 x 13 cm portrait & 1 - Display mount,

1 - 25 x 18 cm portrait,

FB - FAMILY STANDARD

PACKAGE $22

2 - 18 x 13 cm portraits & 1 - Display mount,

1 - 18 x 13 cm B&W portrait

4 - 7.5 x 5.5 cm portraits

1 - personalised 25 x 18 cm family calendar

4 - 7.5 x 5.5 cm portraits

Family PhotographsTo order family photographs, please complete all the details required on this order form including the

names of the students to be included in the photo and the package you would like to order.

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School Photo Forms

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Arthur Reed Photos Pty. Ltd.A.B.N 48 528 494 590

148-154 Marshalltown Road, Grovedale, VIC 3216

Post: PO Box 272, Belmont, VIC 3216 | Telephone: (03) 5243 4390Email: enquiries@arphotos.com.au | Web: www.arphotos.com.au

School Photographs Dear Parent,

Photographs will be taken at Wellington Secondary College on February 24

and 27, 2015.

School photographs provide a unique opportunity to record these special

times for years to come and we look forward to providing them to your family.

New for 2015 are our ‘Wish’ packages. For every ‘Wish’ pack purchased, ®$1 will be donated to Make-A-Wish Australia to help grant the wishes of

children with life-threatening medical conditions.

When ordering school photos online you may also purchase a high resolution,

digital copy of your child’s image.

Family portraits will also be available, however all orders for family

photographs need to be made by midnight, the day BEFORE the second photo

day i.e. midnight on February 26 to ensure a photograph is taken on the day.

Your package of school photographs will be delivered to the school

approximately four weeks after photography is completed.

Arthur Reed Photos Pty. Ltd.

How to orderGo online to shop.arphotos.com.au/schoolorder

or scan the QR code shown below to go to our mobile

friendly ordering site.

Enter your online ordering code, then follow the instructions

to place your order. A receipt will be issued to you once

payment through our secure payment facility has been

completed.

Order your school photos NOW and up to 10 days after

photo day but remember, orders for family portraits

must be placed by midnight the day BEFORE the second

photo day.

Online ordering is convenient and easy so order your school

photos today.

ONLINE ORDERING CODE

Important informationLATE ORDERSOrders placed more than 10 days after photo day will cost an extra $15 to cover special handling requirements and must be accompa -

nied by a statutory declaration. For late orders, please download the required forms from our website.

FAMILY DISCOUNT Families with 3 or more children attending THE SAME SCHOOL can beneit from our family discount. The irst two children pay full price for

their photo packages while other siblings attending THE SAME SCHOOL can receive their photographs for HALF the normal price.

When ordering school photos for your children online and at the same time, the discount will automatically be calculated for you.

When ordering using this order form:

1. Select the photo package you would like to order and mark this on the order form. The same package will be provided for all siblings.

2. Complete student details for EACH CHILD.

3. Calculate the required payment for ALL packages and include with order.

Not able to order online?Please complete the order details on the other side of this form and return it directly to Arthur Reed Photos before the ten day cut of time.

Orders placed after this time will be considered as late orders and will incur additional costs as outlined above.

Unconditional Money-Back GuaranteeYou will receive a full refund if you are not completely satisied with your photographs - just return your complete photo package directly to us, within 10 days and a refund will be sent to you. (Please keep evidence and date of return).

WLG523

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School Photo Forms

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Wellington Journal - Fortnightly Newsletter of Wellington Secondary College - Designed & Edited by Mr Simon Coles.

Editorial Support by Mrs Dianne Schneider. Printing and Technical Support by Mr Brian Foster and Mr David Kerrisk.

Wellington Journal - Fortnightly Newsletter of Wellington Secondary College - Designed & Edited by Mr Simon Coles.

Editorial Support by Mrs Dianne Schneider. Printing and Technical Support by Mr Brian Foster and Mr David Kerrisk.