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PolicyWhat lies ahead:the planfor 2010Teachers and early childhood professionals can look forward toanother year of stimulating reform as the Government sets outits goals for the year ahead.New initiativesfor 2010More than 12 months on from therelease of the Blueprint for Education andEarly Childhood Development, there hasbeen enormous activity and change in boththe education and early childhood sectors.For the school community, 2009 saw thelaunch of the e 5 Instructional Model forteachers; the launch of the Bastow Instituteof Education Leadership; the appointmentof new regional network leaders and theintroduction of the transparency andaccountability agenda.And it was an equally busy time for the earlyyears sector. Last year heralded the releaseof the Victorian Early Years Learning andDevelopment Framework; the introductionof Transition Learning and DevelopmentStatements; the new Children’s ServiceRegulations 2009 and the provision ofincreased places and support for childrenwith a disability or developmental delay.Speaking at the Blueprint: One Year OnForum late last year, Minister for Childrenand Early Childhood Development MaxineMorand said she was impressed with theongoing achievements of staff in the earlychildhood sector, particularly given theunprecedented demand for services. “Thiswork is occurring at a time when we are alsoundergoing the greatest change and reformever seen in the early childhood sectorin Australia,” Ms Morand said. “Victoriacontinues to experience the biggest babyboom in a generation – there has been a 20per cent increase in babies born since 1999.That is, 12,000 more babies are born noweach year than a decade ago.“With this in mind, the Blueprint presentsa coherent framework for providing youngchildren with the best possible learningand development opportunities. Many ofthe reforms commenced during the firstyear will be fully implemented in 2010,and a range of new initiatives and refineddirections will be introduced.”Also looking forward, Minister forEducation Bronwyn Pike said that whileVictoria was recognised internationallyas a leader in education, there was stillwork to be done. “The Blueprint setsout an ambitious program of reforms toposition Victoria as one of the world’sbest-performing education systems,”Ms Pike said. “However, I know that weall want to ensure that we continue todrive improvement in our system acrossthe board.“While much has been achieved in 2009,the Blueprint is a five-year plan – we intendto build on these accomplishments in2010, and will continue to focus on systemimprovement, partnerships with parentsand community and workforce reform.”Here are some of the highlightsof the 23 new initiatives to beimplemented in 2010.In 2010, the Government will…Implement new youth careerand transition programsDevelop a health andwellbeing service frameworkfor children and young peoplefrom birth to 18 yearsEstablish the Victorian Literacyand Numeracy Secretariat todrive improvement in literacyand numeracyimprove parents’ engagementwith their children’s educationthrough the roll-out of theUltranet parent portalImplement the revisedKindergarten ClusterManagement PolicyFramework to developstronger local networks,more effective local planningand greater integration ofcare and education8Shine Feb 2010

FlASHbAcK“Hawkesburn State School was builtin 1874, the year after the EducationDepartment was formed. It closed in 1993and has operated as Leonard Joel AuctionHouse since 1996. This photo was taken in1946 when I was in Grade 2 (second row,fourth left). Back then girls were separatedfrom boys and Prep was called ‘Bubs’.1946“We used to march into class to the beatof drums and had to salute the fl ag. TheSecond World War had just ended. We alllearned how to knit – even the boys – andused to knit 6 x 6 inch squares to makeblankets for the war effort. Two years laterwhen Prince Charles was born, we all gotgiven a medal and a day off!”Photo from Marie Luton (nee Ward),Mt WaverleySend uS YoUr FlashBaCK photo!Got a great old photo? Email your image to editor@edumail.vic.gov.auRoad safety ads for young people by young people.Registration for the RACV Transmission program is nowopen.Transmission involves Year 9-12 students:• researching a road safety topic, and• developing a script and storyboard fora TV ad.Semifinalists attend a workshop tolearn more, and the winning studentshave their idea made into an ad shownthroughout Victoria on Channel 7or WIN TV.Transmission is designedto fit within thecurriculum (eg. English,Media, VCAL) and isavailable free of charge.Interested? Visit racv.com.au/roadsafetyor call 03 9790 2924$PROFESSIONALDEVELOPMENTWORKSHOPSTopics Covered:• Simple & basic tools for the classroom• Introductory techniques you will master• Build a woodwork model withsolar-electric motor• KISS principle: (Keep It Safe ‘n Simple)'Take away:• Great Value• Workshop Completion CertificateDATE: 26 FEB, 30 APR, 29 JUL, 14 OCT & 11 !"#$%$&'()*'"$NOV.REGISTRATION: 9:30am WORKSHOP 10am-3:00pmCOST: $165 (Includes materials & electrics)VENUE: 544 GLENHUNTLY ROAD, ELSTERNWICKFULLY REGISTERED & ACCREDITEDLearningby Doing+','-./012$340--3$Est 1989Jonathan LevinB.Ed. A/Cr & T!"#$%&$#'()*+#',-./-'0123'4'5Founding Director6"7#/+#8'9+3):%"3 'ForYears 2-7teachersBOOKINGS/INFO: 9532 9500FREE CALL: 1300 966 338Email: admin@woodworkroom.com.auwww.woodworkroom.com.au14 Shine Feb 2010

eArly cHilDHooDNew CEO at the helm of KPVA passionate early childhood educator is the new leader of Kindergarten Parents Victoria,writes Tina Lutonphoto BY tImothY BUrGEss“thIS IS a particularly exciting time for early childhoodeducators and all families accessing early childhood services,”says emma King, Ceo of Kindergarten Parents Victoria(KPV) since november last year. “We have the long-overduerecognition of early childhood educators being trulyacknowledged for their educational expertise, and this willonly be further enhanced through government initiativesincluding the Blueprint and recent CoaG (Council ofaustralian Governments) announcements.”KPV is the peak organisation and employer body promotingthe voice of parents in early childhood education for Victorianchildren. It represents over 1000 early childhood services andsupports more than 200,000 children and their familiesevery year.a passionate advocate for the provision of high-quality,accessible and affordable early childhood education, Ms Kinghas worked as a teacher and as a senior education adviser tothe Victorian government. She also has considerable experiencein industrial relations having worked in senior roles for tradeunions in education and finance.She says that the recent industrial agreement negotiated byKPV, the australian education Union (aeU) and the Liquor,hospitality and Miscellaneous Union (LhMU), with theassistance of DeeCD, for kindergarten teachers and assistantsis key to achieving significant changes and promoting theprofession of early childhood education.“KPV understands the importance of recognising staff aseducators and the provision of wage parity with schoolteachers at the entry point and top of the salaryscale is an important and significant step forward.“the wage increases in the agreement areassociated with productivity gains, including15 hours of kindergarten to four-year-oldchildren in Victoria and the transition toschool reports. KPV is committed to workingwith the government and union to implementthese exciting changes.”Ms King adds that while the pace of change inearly childhood education is unprecedentedand creates challenges, it is verywelcome. “KPV recognises that Victoriais leading the way in the provisionof high-quality early childhoodeducation and we are thrilled to beplaying a key role in delivering greatoutcomes for professionals in thesector and for Victorian families,”she says. SShine Feb 2010 15

eArly cHilDHooDthe most significant would be discoveryand perception, and the notion of selfawareness.any child who produces art,whether it be dance, music or painting,is actually communicating an idea abouthim or herself. You only have to watch achild drawing and painting to see themimmersed in something about the self.”and from a preschooler’s point-of-view,there could be no better way to learn.they might not understand the conceptof motor skill development, but they dounderstand having a good time.“My overall view is that arts and craftsare fun for children,” says Dr Kaufman.“they should do them for that reasonalone. We know that education outcomesare generally improved when children areengaged and whether or not the art itselfis leading to cognitive, social or motordevelopment, art can always be used asan exercise to break monotony as part ofalmost any lesson or activity.“additionally, some children willdevelop into truly remarkable artists,”he continues. “others will be less thanremarkable but will still develop a love fordoing art that might bring them happinessor satisfaction at many points in their lives.I think it’s important for children to learnif they are one of these people early on sothey can begin reaping the benefits earlyor be inspired to develop their talents.”Ms Dean’s agrees, adding that art andcraft play also provides a wonderful outletfor creative expression. and becausethere’s no right or wrong way to do things,children can experience the satisfactionof creating their very own masterpieces.“the arts have always been central toa young child’s experience,” she says.“If the opportunities weren’t availablethe children’s world would not be as rich.If you were to take the arts away fromtheir experience, they would certainlymiss out on one of the most fundamentaljoys of being human: individual, creativeexpression.” SIntegration Aide TrainingTerms 1 & 2, 2010 — COURSE IN EDUCATION INTEGRATION SUPPORTNationally recognised course 21825VICVBQM622A Frameworks for integration support – part ABerwick Bundoora Chirnside Park Craigieburn Deer Park Essendon GreensboroughHoppers Crossing Noble Park Rowville Seymour SheppartonVBQM622B Frameworks for integration support – part BBerwick Deer Park Essendon Hoppers CrossingVBQM623 Provide literacy and numeracy classroom supportBundoora Chirnside Park Craigieburn Deer Park Essendon GreensboroughHoppers Crossing Noble Park Rowville WoodendFor course details and enrolments contact: Triscott Educational ServicesPO Box 1246, Healesville 3777 P: 5962 2848 F: 5962 4796 E: info@triscott.com.auShine Feb 2010 17

(SES) students were even further behindhigh SES students than when they startedschool. The researchers went further andanalysed the results in relation to seasonallearning gains.The study found “little (or no) schoolyeardifferentiation of achievementgains by race or family SES level” anddespite starting school slightly behind,school played a key “compensatory role,carrying along disadvantaged childrenat a pace close to that of their moreadvantaged classmates”. They alsofound that children learn more, andlearn more effectively, when they arein school. In Grade 2, low SES studentsgained more than their middle andhigh SES classmates in terms of theirreading abilities.Americans call it the‘summer slide’ – aterm used to refer tostudents’ learning lossesover the summer break.An analysis of the reading gains during thesummer break revealed a very differentstory. Table 1 represents the gains madeby the same group of 790 primary studentsannually during each summer vacationaccording to SES level. The final columnshows the cumulative gains made over thefour-year period. The disparities are moststriking when looking at SES extremes.While students in the high SES groupbound ahead each summer, students inthe low SES group overall make littleimprovement meaning they start schoolwhere they had been the previous year, orin some cases fall even further back.The cumulative effect of this loss meansthat by Year 9, summer reading lossescould account for around 80 per centof the reading achievement gap. Theresearchers use the analogy of a ‘tap’ toprovide some insight into these findings;while students are in school there is aflow of resources, and all students havethe opportunity to gain equally. However,when not at school, the ‘tap’ is turned offand disadvantaged children cannot accessthe resources that enable more privilegedchildren to gain valuable additional outof-schoolknowledge.Children access knowledge through awealth of books and the internet, andwhen access to these resources is notavailable to some, their developmentis hindered. According to Neuman andCelano, children from “poor communitieslive in information-poor neighbourhoods,where a lack of resources means theyhave little access to much information.”They cite a figure that access to books formiddle-class children in the United Statesis about 12 books per child, whereas forpoor neighbourhoods it is about one bookfor every 355 children.However, simply turning on the ‘tap’ andproviding low SES students with morebooks or internet access is not the solutionaccording to Neuman and Celano. Theirresearch into students’ use of books andthe internet in public libraries indicatesthat even when disadvantaged childrenSchools are vital inmitigating the inequalitiesof an individual’s socialposition.Table 1 Summer achievement gains in reading by socioeconomic level (assessed using the California Achievement Test)ClassAfter firstsummer holidaysAfter secondsummer holidaysAfter thirdsummer holidaysAfter fourthsummer holidays TotalLow SES -3.67 -1.7 2.74 2.89 0.26Middle SES -3.11 4.18 3.68 2.34 7.09High SES 15.38 9.22 14.51 13.38 52.49Shine Feb 2010 19

ResearchDisadvantaged by Year190are given equal access, they do not use the resources in the sameway as middle-class children. They found that low SES childrenchoose “books with less print and computer applications withmore entertainment and less information”, leading to what Janvan Dijk labels a “usage gap” between children from differentsocioeconomic backgrounds.Further, Neuman and Celano reveal that “for every one line ofprint read by low-income children, middle-class children readthree.” Through a discerning utilisation of resources, the middleclasschildren will make more and more progress in terms of theirreading abilities.To tackle this, Alexander et al. highlight a need to supplement“regular schooling through a long-term, coordinated programof intervention.” They suggest that the emphasis should be on“minimising the achievement gap at the point of school entry.”Research indicates that good preschools can improve success laterin life for disadvantaged children, by reducing the risk of retentionor risk of high school drop out for example. The importance ofa “multidisciplinary approach to children’s learning” throughan integrated and cohesive service system in the early years ishighlighted in the DEECD Victorian Early Years Learning andDevelopment Framework.Alexander et al. also stress that attendance at a good preschoolshould be paired with rich, ongoing supplementation of learningresources throughout school, to enable disadvantaged children togain and maintain an academic edge. They also suggest that homeschoolpartnerships that continue when school is closed would alsoprovide an avenue to address the learning losses experienced bylow SES children outside of school.For educators, it is difficult to know what happens when a studentleaves school. What is clear from the above research is that schoolsare vital in mitigating the inequalities of an individual’s socialposition. There is an interest in further research to investigatethe implications of seasonal learning in Australia, to explore whatcan be done to prevent out-of-school learning losses and examinealternative approaches to closing the achievement gap. SCAT point gains (cumulative)CAT point gains (cumulative)1409040-101 2 3 4Year of schoolBetter-Off by Year1901409040-101 2 3 4Year of schoolThe graphs show cumulative gains onthe California Achievement Test (CAT) inreading over primary school years andsummers. Sample consists of Baltimorepublic school students who enteredGrade 1 in 1982.(From Alexander, K., Entwisle, D. andOlson, L. 2007, ‘Summer learning and itsimplications: Insights from the BeginningSchool Study’, New Directions for YouthDevelopment, 114, pp11–32)20 Shine Feb 2010

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eSeArcHHelping teenagemums return to schoolNew research proves the fi rst high school in Victoria to have its own child care centrefor student mothers really is making a difference.CorIo BaY Senior College (CBSC) encourages youngand expecting parents to continue their education byproviding flexible learning options that encompasspractical support. the Young Parents access Program(YPaP) aims to make the transition back to schooleasier, with intensive case management and on-sitechild care.Corio norlane was identified as a neighbourhoodrenewal site in December 2002 in recognition thatthese communities experience high levels of social,economic, physical and environmental disadvantage.In 2007 DeeCD commenced planning for the Corionorlane education regeneration Project underthe Building Futures policy framework, which putsimproved educational outcomes for students at thecore of all planning and investment decisions.Young parents have tobalance the needs of theirchildren with the demandsof schooling as well assatisfying their own needsto retain social contact withtheir peers.Challenges confronting teenage mothers in Corioare complex. not only do they face the same tasksas other teenagers in negotiating the risks of schoolcompletion and transition from school to sustainableemployment or further education and training,but they also face the challenges of negotiating thetransition to adulthood and first-time parenthoodunder conditions of social and economic disadvantage(Shacklock, harrison & angwin 2007).YPaP is one local response to this multifacetedchallenge. the objectives of the program are toretain, re-attract and support young parents intothe education system; improve education levels andfuture educational and employment opportunities andimprove the parenting skills of the students. YPaP isalso committed to providing positive role modellingfor the parents and their children, life skill educationto the parents; and opportunities for CBSC childcare students to use the child care centre for workplacements (armstrong 2003).When mapping the establishment of YPaP,researchers from Deakin University investigatedthe teaching and learning needs of young parentsreturning to school and found that they faced specifichurdles. Many had been out of school for considerableperiods of time and often did not have the literacy,numeracy, ICt and life skills to enable successfultransition into a Year 11–12 learning environment(angwin, harrison, Shacklock & Kamp 2004; 2006).the research team also identified access to child careas a real challenge for young parents. the collegerecognised that even if places were available incommunity child care, the logistics of taking up anavailable place without access to transport createda disincentive to school attendance (Shacklock,harrison & angwin 2007).In response to this challenge the college becamethe only Victorian secondary school to feature anaccredited on-site child care centre, built with the helpof a Community Facilities Fund grant and opened in2003. the centre is the cornerstone of YPaP, makingit easier for more young parents to stay at school orreturn to school after several years out of the system.the early research into YPaP also identified the needfor stronger evidence on what counts as best practicein meeting the needs of young parents. to investigatehow it can best support these students during theirtransition back to school, Corio Bay Senior Collegeobtained a grant from the Department’s 2009–10Practitioner-led research Program. the college wasinterested in adopting a holistic approach, whichinterconnects curriculum and pedagogical reformwith welfare and support needs.Shine Feb 2010 23

eSeArcHThe current research project involvesthe college working in collaborationwith Deakin University and rMItUniversity to provide evidence aroundthe development of transition programsthat best meet the needs of young parents;develop a digital and print repositoryof individual cases of students thathighlight a range of transition issues foruse in professional development for bothbeginning and experienced teachers;provide recommendations for theprofessional development of teachers; andsupport workers on how to best meet thetransitional, educational, parenting andpersonal development needs of this cohort.the methodology includes semistructuredinterviews with past andpresent parenting students to exploretheir experiences of transition back toschool. In December 2009, the researchteam from Deakin had completed 16interviews. the interviewees provideddiverse feedback concerning thechallenges they face, their hopes andaspirations, and their plans for the future.Some have clear goals for further study,e.g. nursing; others access the programfor the support and social contact it offers.the interviews revealed a number ofissues for young parents. Challengesinclude child care, illness, subsequentpregnancies, transport, family crises,homelessness or its threat, anddiscouragement from others. Youngparents have to balance the needs of theirchildren with the demands of schoolingas well as satisfying their own needs toretain social contact with their peers.For the support workers in YPaP,measures of success for YPaP caninclude both ‘hard’ and ‘soft’ outcomes.a focus on personal growth can leadto re-engagement with education asparticipants gain a sense of the futureand see a place for themselves in it.there is an identified need for scaffoldingof learning units – a flexible approachenables students to complete the VCeover three years. however, the researchteam also reported anecdotal evidencereflecting a general misunderstandingof VCe, VCaL and Vet pathways. thenotion exists that completion of VCe issocially more acceptable, where ineffect alternate pathways might lead tobetter outcomes.Partnerships with the community extendthe range of services provided by YPaP.external agencies such as GlastonburyFamily Services, City of Greater Geelong,Bethany and Salvation army deliver arange of programs and extra curricularactivities. other partnerships withGeelong Business and ProfessionalWomen, telstra and Vic roads havesupported the provision of scholarships,mentoring and material aid.YPaP is an outstanding model of atargeted intervention program makinga significant difference to educationoutcomes for young people. the researchhas broader application to issues arounddisadvantage, disengagement and themultifaceted needs of community. theproject’s research report will be publiclyavailable in mid-2010.read more about the Young Parentsaccess Program at coriobaysc.vic.edu.au SReferencesAngwin, J., Harrison, L., Shacklock, G. &Kamp, A. 2004, ‘Taking your Baby to School’:the Young Parents Access Project ResearchReport 1. Deakin University & SGRLLEN,Geelong.Armstrong, L. 2003, ‘Corio Bay Senior College– Young Parents’ Access Project’, HealthEducation Australia Journal, v.3, n.3, pp.12-15Shacklock, J, Harrison, L & Angwin, J. 2007,‘Teaching, learning and the “dilemmaof difference” for parenting students in schoolsettings’ in A Wierenga (ed.), Are We ThereYet? National Youth Affairs ConferenceProceedings: Peer reviewed papers,Youth Affairs Council of Victoria (YACVic),Melbourne. http://www.yacvic.org.au/policy/items/2009/01/259389-upload-00001.pdfShacklock, G., Harrison, L., Angwin, J. &Kamp, A. 2006, Teaching and Learning andthe Young Parents Access Project at Corio BaySenior College Report 2, Deakin University &SGRLLEN, Geelong.Phone:5241 9581forbookingsCarrington Financial ServicesNovated Lease ServiceWe can now...n Search for a New or UsedMotor Vehicle for youn Organise your Financen Complete all yourpaperworkn Provide an InitialNo Cost IllustrationContact John Doyle or Prachi Marfatia on (03) 9820 868824 Shine Feb 2010

ResearchRising above the parent trapphoto by Drew wardCompleting Vce is a challenge for every student – let alonethose who have a young child of their own … or three.surprise. It felt really good – I’m not aperson who likes the limelight. My dadtook me to the awards night and he wasreally proud of me. I know my parentshave been disappointed in me in thepast but I feel as though I’m making upfor it now.How has YPAP helped yourchildren?One of the best things is that the childcare centre is close by so I can visit mykids during the day. I was still feeding mydaughter when I started this year. Gypsistarted at child care full-time in Term 4and Rydah started going to child care fulltimeat the start of second semester.Kim Butcher is 27 years old. Sheleft school halfway through Year 12,nine years ago. Kim re-engaged withschooling by joining the Young ParentsAccess Program (YPAP) at Corio BaySenior College in 2009 where she willcomplete her VCE over three years. Shehas three children: Lynkon, 6, Rydah,3, and Gypsi, 16 months. Last year, Kimstudied Psychology, Health and HumanDevelopment, English and Media.What drew you to the Young ParentsAccess Program at Corio Bay?I belonged to a young mothers group aspart of the CREATE (Geelong) program.Lorraine from YPAP came to speak to thegroup and it sounded like a good idea,because I am interested in becoming amidwife, and knew I needed to continuemy education. I left school halfwaythrough Year 12 because I didn’t see it asbeing important. I slept in a lot and didn’ttake it seriously. I was shy and didn’t askthe questions I should have. I had alwaysstruggled and couldn’t comprehendwhat school was all about.What have you learnt as a result?The most important thing I have learnedfrom YPAP is to believe in myself. Iknow now that if I put the effort in I willsucceed. I have also learned ICT skills.Because I had been out of school for nineyears, my ICT skills were out-of-date.Tell us about your recentachievementsAt the awards night this week I waspresented with two awards – the InsightEnglish Award and the Norman BendersCitizen’s Award. I knew I was going toget one award but the other one was aWhat were the challenges?The biggest challenge was organisingthree children so I could get to school ontime every morning! Having to balancelife, kids and homework isn’t easy, andnot having a supportive partner at homedoesn’t help … but the workers at YPAPhave given me such great support: they’vebeen wonderful.“I know my parentshave been disappointedin me in the past butI feel as though I’mmaking up for it now.”What opportunities have openedup for you?Next year I will study General MathsUnits 1 and 2, Health and HumanDevelopment Units 3 and 4 and EnglishUnits 3 and 4. I will also do VET in childcare services which will involve workexperience at a day care centre. Before,school was for social contact with myfriends: now I know learning is thepathway to my future. I want to go touniversity to study nursing. SShine Feb 2010 25

A space odysseyfor SherbrookeWhat happens when an astronaut vomits in outer space?Ask the students from Sherbrooke Community School.Story by Eamon EvansStudents from SherbrookeCommunity School, 40 kilometres eastof Melbourne, recently had the chanceto talk shop with a crewmember fromthe International Space Station, 354kilometres north of Earth.Astronaut Robert Thirsk, the firstCanadian to stay in space long-term,fielded questions as part of the AmateurRadio on the International SpaceStation (ARISS) program, which allowsschools from across the globe to talk toastronauts. As an affiliate of the WirelessInstitute of Australia, Sherbrooke’sCommunity Radio Club was well placedto seize what teachers described as“the opportunity of a lifetime”.“It was an incredible experience for 11young students ranging from Year 3through to Year 12,” recalls Sherbrooketeacher Judy O’Donnell. “The build-upwas explosive: so much anticipationand excitement.” Parents, friends andcommunity members filled the schoolhall and, according to Ms O’Donnell,“everyone was excited to witness thefact that we had pulled off a greatcoup in speaking to the InternationalSpace Station.”Year 10 student Christopher Payne kickedoff with the first question: How do youneutralise the static charge of a spacecraftwhen it docks with the ISS? And Year4 students Jonny Grandin asked: Whathappens when a person vomits in space?“The answer they gave on the spewquestion was funny,” reported 11-year-oldstudent, Emma. “It turns into a big balland they have to be extremely carefulbecause it can get into the equipment.”The students also asked questions onbehalf of Sherbrooke’s sister schools– the Jiaolun Middle School in China andthe Early Learning Centre at Thimphuin Bhutan – making it not only aninternational experience via the airwavesin space but also one on the ground. S2010 Term 1 WorkshopsIvanhoe Grammar School is committed to building academic professional knowledge throughthe delivery of high quality seminars and workshops presented by internal and external speakers.WEDNESDAY 10 mArchRob VingerhoetsGetting your year in Mathsoff to a Great StartPREP to YEaR 6 tEachERsTUESDAY 16 mArchTony SteadBut do they Understand? Strategiesfor Teaching Reading ComprehensionKindERgaRtEn to YEaR 6 tEachERsThUrSDAY 18 mArchDarryn KruseIntegrated Inquiry forthe Middle YearsYEaRs 5 to 9 tEachERsFor full details, and our complete 2010 programvisit our website: www.ivanhoepl.comTime: 9:30am – 3:30pm (Registration from 9:00am)Where: Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre(Cnr Bell Street & St Georges Road, Preston)cost: $189 (inc. GST)Cost includes morning tea, lunch & hand-outsFor registration forms and enquiries, please contact Paula Welham on:Telephone: 9490 1877 • mobile: 0488 110 000 • Email: mail@ivanhoepl.com • Book online: www.ivanhoepl.com26 Shine Feb 2010

School neWSIndigenousprincipalat the helm ofMildura Primaryphotos by Rhett HammertonDennis Mitchell has already improved the literacy and numeracy levels of students atMildura Primary School since he took up the role as first Indigenous principal last year.Dennis Mitchell has been at thehelm of Mildura Primary since mid-waythrough 2009. As a local, he says hefound it easy to slot into life at theschool of 320 students, one third of whichare Koorie.“I am Mildura born and bred, so I amvery connected to the community here,”Mr Mithell says. “I know a lot of the kidsand their families and as a Koorie who isa teacher I think I have an advantage.”In the past, Mildura Primary has had ahistory of low academic achievement interms of literacy and numeracy but MrMitchell says there has been a significantshift over the last 12 months. “We haveworked very hard to turn this schoolinto a great school,” he says. “We havechanged the whole ethos of how theschool feels; it is calm, the groundsare stunning and the kids are learningquickly. Getting it right for this particularschool in this town is absolutely crucial;we need to give these kids a head start.The main job is about teaching thestudents to learn and during 2009 wemade huge inroads in that we gainedabout 18-months’ growth in one year inreading and numeracy,” he says.“Our key focus is to boost the teachers’ability to improve the outcomes ofour kids. Last year we implementedindividual learning plans for everystudent in the school, those plans werereviewed every five weeks and thiscommitment will continue throughout2010. These student assessments givethe kids an understanding of theirlearning, of where they are and whatthey can improve – it gives them a bitof ownership and the response has beenextremely positive.“Secondly, we plan to move beyondtraditional paper newsletters and startnetworking and communicating with ourparents via the internet and by utilisingthe Ultranet. Lastly, we want to developa wider understanding of the curriculumand ensure that it is inclusive of thecultural needs of all of the students.“I am Mildura born andbred. I know a lot of thekids and their familiesand as a Koorie who isa teacher I think I havean advantage.”“We have extremely committed teachershere and they are very committed to theschool, the kids and the community. Ithink we are on the right track, improvedresults, increased community awarenessand school connectedness indicate thatwe are, and I am very proud of what weare doing and of what we can achieve.” S28 Shine Feb 2010

School neWSVictorian Student Number adds upBy the end of this month, every student in Victoria will have their own identification number.The implementation of the newVictorian Student Number (VSN) hasalready begun, and the rollout is expectedto be complete by the end of this month.The VSN will assist the Department inplanning future investment in educationand training, by enabling the collectionand analysis of accurate data of studentmovement and retention rates. It willalso aid in the identification of studentsat risk, for example, those with multipleenrolments in a short time period or wholeave the education system prior to theleaving age.The VSN is nine digits long, randomlyassigned and unique to each student. Itis tied to stable information about thestudent (name, gender, date of birth)and will be used as a key identifier on astudent’s school records, and will remainwith students throughout their education,until the age of 25.A VSN will be assigned by the Departmentto all students in government and nongovernmentschools, and students up tothe age of 24 in Vocational Education andTraining (VET) sectors, which includesTAFEs, adult community and furthereducation centres and private registeredtraining organisations. (The VSN does notapply to universities.)A new central system called the VictorianStudent Register (VSR) will maintainstudent identifying details, associatedVSNs, and records of enrolments and exitsfrom education providers. The VSR will bemaintained by the Victorian Curriculumand Assessment Authority (VCAA), whichwill conduct research with and oversee theuse of the VSN. SVisit www.education.vic.gov.au/management/governance/vsnPOWER STATION AND COAL MINE TOURSStep out of theclassroom and intoan exciting hands-onenergy experience!● Tours/information tailored to yourschool’s needs● Education officer available● Specialised curriculum programs● We can arrange catering● Enclosed footwear required on toursDON’T MOVE PUPPET THEATREPUPPET SHOWS & PUPPET MAKING WORKSHOPSBOOK NOW for term oneDISCOUNTED pricesPrices from $3.85 (GST inc.) per studentFor detailscontactJohn EvansTel: 9397 00330419 346 731now in my 20 th year!For more information see our website www.powerworks.com.auor telephone 03 5135 3415 ● Ridge Road MorwellSee pictures of student’s work, comments frommany happy customers and full price details atwww.dontmove.com.auShine Feb 2010 29

eSoUrceSFive fantasticsecrets to a greatschool productionWith a little helpfrom our experts,your next schoolshow will bringdown the house1. Use your spaceWhether YoU’re using the schoolhall, early childhood facility or hiring a venue, make sure youscout out all the possibilities to make full use of the setting.Consider some important aspects, such as whether the seatingcan be rearranged, and if there is room for an orchestra. are therestairs that allow the actors to come down from the stage andmingle with the audience? Small tweaks and tucks can make allthe difference: tie back the curtains to create a greater sense ofspace, or set up a second mini-stage to add extra depth and action.2. Be wired for soundSoUnD IS the most importantpart of any production. Whether it’s a kindergartenChristmas pageant or a high school musical, everyonewants to be able to hear their child perform. You don’twant it falling apart on the night, so avoid extra stressand hire a decent sound system. there are professionalpeople out there who will come and set it up and runit on the night, which leaves you free to worry abouteverything else.3. promote& publiciseONCEYoU go intoproduction,time becomes your scarcest commodityso plan your publicity strategy well inadvance. Utilise all your resources suchas newsletters and websites. If youdon’t have a website, get a computermindedvolunteer to set up a webpage on a free server – it’s a greatlow-cost way to promote your showand illustrate crucial information, suchas links to press releases, rehearsalphotos and more. Create posters andput them up in local shops. erect abillboard at the front of your buildingto alert passing traffic. Compile a listof media that cover local events thenemail them a press release and invitethem to the show. You can even garnerlast-minute ticket sales through a castappearance in full costume at yourlocal shopping centre.4. plan well in advancereMeMBer the adage: no-one plans to fail, theyfail to plan? When it comes to putting on a production youcannot afford to leave things to the last minute. Write everyrehearsal and performance in your diary, making sure toschedule around other activities and taking note of schooland public holidays. Get parents on board to help childrento memorise their parts at home and ensure they attend after-hours rehearsalsregularly and on time. expect the unexpected. have understudies for each of theactors and some reliable fall-back musicians.5. Ask the expertsIF YoU need help, call the experts at Joining the Chorus.JtC holds professional development sessions called Musicalin a Day. the sessions provide great shortcuts, valuablecontacts and invaluable tips on dance: choreography,interpretation and direction; music production:instrumentation, budgeting and rehearsal techniques; costumes: design,measurement and economical construction of basic garments; sound, lighting andscenery: technical aspects of production, hiring and safety; and legals: copyrightrestrictions and requirements of concert and musical performances. JtC also has anextensive range of costumes – more than 8000 pieces – for hire at reasonable rates.For more tips on a great school production, call 9415 1700 or email jtc@edumail.vic.gov.au30 Shine Feb 2010

service awardslong service awardsLong serving staff will be recognised at a celebrationduring education Week this year (16–22 May). Staff eligiblefor 35, 40, 45 and 50 year awards will be advised in writingin February. If you believe you are eligible for an award andhave not received notification by the end of February, emailyour full name, personal identification number, currentschool and number of years service tolouey.john.r@edumail.vic.gov.auCommunity serviceand parent awardsSchool principals, councils and parent associations havethe chance to nominate outstanding parents and communitymembers for the Victorian education Community Serviceawards and the outstanding Parent awards. theseawards recognise the invaluable contributions parentsand community members make to Victorian schools.nominations are open until Monday 22 March.For nomination forms and further information, visitwww.education.vic.gov.au/about/events/edweek/awardsretiring school councillorsPrincipals and school council presidents are requested toadvise the Department of retiring school councillors so theycan be acknowledged for their service. School councillorswho have provided continuous service for five or moreyears at the same school and who have recently retired fromtheir school council positions are eligible for recognition.only councillors who are not members of the Departmentare eligible for recognition. School councillors who haveserved 15 years or more will be recognised at a gala dinnerduring education Week and those who have servedbetween five and 14 years will be recognised during localregional education Week activities. a circular outlining thenomination process will be sent to schools early in term 1.Email community.stakeholders@edumail.vic.gov.aufor more information.Joy CowleyBig Booksfor Interactive Whiteboards12 of Sunshine’s all-timefavourite stories writtenby Joy Cowley are nowavailable on CD-Rom!Designed for whole-classteaching using aninteractive whiteboard,the two CD-Roms featureanimated stories as wellas fun, open-endedinteractive activities.See the software for yourself atwww.sunshinebooks.com.auOn our website you can view an exclusiveinterview with Joy!PHONE 1800 244 542FAX 1800 684 528Sunshine Multimedia (Australia) Pty Ltdwww.deadlice.com.auNEWONLY$95Per CD-RomSingle UserLicenceFried Lice Pty Ltd• New, Natural Active, Non-Toxic Head Lice Lotion• Formulated Utilising Neem Oil & Natural Essential Oils• Therapuetic Goods Administration ApprovedHelps Control Eggs, Adults & JuvenileNo Combing• Sale price much less than over the counter products• Parents & Citizens Associations Invited to OrderTreatment(s) per class & receive 10% donation.AVAILABLE ONLINEfrom1st DECEMBER 2009

HealTHItching for the full story on head lice?Get your facts straight about head lice before you dish out advice to parents or students this year.The low-down on head liceThere is no prevention for headlice – it is unfortunately a fact of life.Outbreaks can be controlled if parentsregularly check their children for nitsand lice, and follow the recommendedtreatment methods if they find activelice. Teachers are of course well placed tohelp identify if live head lice or eggs arepresent in a student’s hair, and the bestway to do this is to use a detector comband comb out the hair onto a piece ofwhite paper. But if live lice or viable eggsare found, it is imperative that teachersinform parents immediately.• Head lice vary in colour but are usually light to dark brown.• The white empty egg cases are called nits.• Head lice can be found on clean and dirty hair, they don’t discriminate.• Head lice cannot jump, swim or fly. They walk from one head to anotherby close, prolonged head contact.• Head lice quickly die if they don’t stay close to the scalp.• it’s not only children that catch head lice. Anyone in the family can catchhead lice.• itching is not always a symptom of head lice. It may take up to12 weeks to develop. Only 30 per cent of people with head lice will havean itchy head.• you cannot catch head lice from pets; they can only live on human heads.• it’s not only people with long hair who can catch head lice; shorthair provides no protection. SShine Feb 2010 33

Early cHilDHoodFrom Supermanto superglueA lesson in real-life superheroes has led to unexpected creativityat Altona North Child Care Centre, writes Karen Caseyphotos by Paul PhilipsonThey may be wonderful and heroicon the big screen but, as one child carecentre discovered, some superheroes arenot so wonderful in the playground. Afterseeing their little heroes in tears all toooften, workers at Altona North Child CareCentre put a new spin on superheroes,which unexpectedly evolved into multiplepastimes that both genders have taken to –and taken to safely.“A lot of the children were obsessed withBen Ten and Superman and things likethat,’’ centre coordinator Elicia Napolisaid. “It was getting quite rough andviolent, particularly outside with the boys.It was very stereotypical.“We decided to start talking about itwith the children and looking at whatsuperheroes are. At the start, a superherohad to fly and he had a cape and hewas a boy.”“Originally my plan was to get them to make their own costumes and play moreappropriately,” says child care worker Elicia Napoli, “but it went in a different direction!”It was newspaper clippings from the localpaper that finally began to change thechildren’s perception of superheroes. Withthe help of carers, the children read abouta motorcycle club member raising moneyfor a hospital and the Lions Club collectingmoney to buy glasses for children incountries that could not afford them. Butit was the story of a fireman who hadserved for 30 years that really stuck intheir minds.“He had saved so many people and oneparticular story was about an elderly manwho was cooking sausages and had a heartattack and the house caught on fire,” MsNapoli said. “He saved the man and atthe end of the story there was a commenton how the sausages were still good. Thatstory really stuck with them.”Since introducing real life superheroesto the children the topic has filtered intomany parts of their program and there hasbeen a dramatic shift in their play. Ratherthan fighting outdoors the children build‘ships’ to save people. During discussiontime one child named her dad as asuperhero because he helped her when shewas scared at night. The children have alsolisted the powers of real superheroes, suchas the fireman whose special power waswater. In art the children create superherofigurines and costumes.“Originally my plan was to get them tomake their own costumes and get them toplay more appropriately,” Ms Napoli said.“It went in a different direction. At themoment we’re collecting glasses so we cansend them to the Lions Club.” S34 Shine Feb 2010

Early cHilDHoodNominations open for VCE achieversVCE years can be fulfilling in many waysfor students – and not just academically.This year, the Victorian Curriculum andAssessment Authority (VCAA) encouragesteachers to invite VCE students who takea lead role in school and communityactivities to apply to be VCE achievers.Minister for Education Bronwyn Pikecongratulated the 2009 VCE achieversat a ceremony last December. Picturedhere with Jacinta Scadden from NathaliaSecondary College, Ms Pike said theenthusiasm and community-mindednessof some students was incredible. “I amheartened to see such a drive to helpothers in these young people,” she said.VCE achiever Jacinta Scadden wasrecognised for creating community spiritand encouraging student participationby involving her fellow students in theperforming and visual arts. At the time ofthe ceremony Ryan Bartok from BallaratHigh School, another VCE achiever, waspursuing his passion for social justice inBoston, USA, by investigating the city’sinitiatives to assist the homeless.Visit www.vcaa.vic.edu.au and select Excellence and Awards for more informationShine Feb 2010 35

oPiNioNthe four habits of emotionally intelligent teachersa general willingness to receive oracknowledge positive feedbackIt may be that some teachers have notexperienced much positive feedback abouttheir teaching or have failed to realise thesignifi cance of the feedback that has beenprovided. So to enhance this dimension,activities could focus on empathy and selfawareness.For example, listen to otherswithout taking on personal emotions,distinguish between what others do or say andyour own personal reactions and judgements,and recognise the difference between thoughtsand emotions. For example, a thought wouldbe ‘I feel like a fool’ but an emotion would be‘I feel rejected’. A thought would be ‘I feelas if they like me’, an emotion would be‘I feel appreciated’.an ability to identify and acceptnegatively charged emotionsIt may be that some teachers are not able torecognise and name negative emotions, norable to express failure without damage toself-esteem. So to enhance this dimension,activities could focus on self-awareness,impulse control and communication. Forexample, label your feelings: ‘I feel confi dent’or ‘I feel discouraged’. Make a list of ‘emotional’words. Develop strategies to resist thetemptation to engage ‘mouth before brain’.We are often not skilled in expressing ourfeelings; we often express our emotionsindirectly. We also often miscommunicate ouremotions, and need to differentiate between thefeelings triggered by positive emotional wordsand negative emotional words.A tendency to take a reflective approachto emotionally charged situations, andable to use a strategy to move forwardIt may be that some teachers have notdeveloped ways to manage their emotions norhave they developed strategies to move beyondthe initial response to a negative situation. Soto enhance this dimension, activities couldfocus on emotional management and realitytesting. For example, take responsibility foryour feelings: ‘My anger made that situationworse’. Develop ways to gain time in emotionalsituations so that a positive end can beachieved. Focus on being able to gauge asituation and detect what is happening.an ability to manage oneself inteaching situationsIt may be that some teachers have experiencedlimited situations in which their teaching hasbeen validated by colleagues, parents andstudents. They may not have observed howothers handle their emotions. So to enhancethis dimension, activities could focus oncommunication, cooperation, assertiveness,fl exibility and social responsibility. Forexample, increase skills in reading nonverbalcommunication. Increase the numberof situations where you lead and also thenumber of where you follow. Involve yourselfin situations that require your cooperation andencourage the contributions of others. Choosethe appropriate level of self-expression forparticular situations. Develop ways to be ableto adjust to the particular situation you fi ndyourself in. Take actions that are in line with abroader sense of benefi t to other people. SDr Chris Perry and Ian Ball are Honorary Fellows in the Education Faculty at Deakin University.Email Dr Chris perry at chris.perry@deakin.edu.au and Ian Ball at ian.ball@deakin.edu.au38 Shine Feb 2010

THINKOUTSIDETHECLASSROOMSTUDENTSFREE$11 FEE PERBOOKINGROBBLACKBURN,PAOLISMITHMELBOURNE MUSEUMNICHOLSON STREET CARLTONWILD: AMAZING ANIMALSIN A CHANGING WORLDBe surrounded by amazing mammals, birdsand reptiles from all around the world.In the International Year of Biodiversity 2010,discover more about Victoria’s biodiversityby immersing yourself in five interactiveVictorian environments: alpine, grassland,wetland, mallee and dry forest.OUR SHARED HISTORYVictorian Aboriginal communities’ materialculture and protocols are highlighted ina staff led program that introduces studentsto the diverse languages and culturesof Indigenous Australia. Students willhave hands-on experience with ancientand contemporary artefacts as well asthe opportunity to explore theBunjilaka collection.IMMIGRATION MUSEUM400 FLINDERS STREET MELBOURNEAUSTRALIA’S MUSLIM CAMELEERS:PIONEERS OF THE INLAND 1860s–1930s26 FEBRUARY – 3 OCTOBER 2010Discover the remarkable contributionwhich Australia’s first Muslim community,from Afghanistan and British India, made to theexploration and settlement of central Australia.A South Australian Museum travelling exhibitionTALKING FAITHS: MY STORY,YOUR STORY, OUR STORY UNTIL 28 MAYThis program engages faith communities,schools and young people to explore interfaithissues through a multicultural perspective.The project includes an exhibition andonline programs.SCIENCEWORKS2 BOOKER STREET SPOTSWOODMATHS AT SCIENCEWORKSScienceworks is offering a range of mathsprograms for 2010. The Sporty Maths programuses activities in Sportsworks which provide anexcellent backdrop for students to investigatea variety of maths topics. The new data loggersprogram will introduce students to mathstopics such as graphing and measurement ina practical session led by Scienceworks staff.GOING PLACES: THE TECHNOLOGYOF TRANSPORT UNTIL 17 OCTOBERThis interactive exhibition explores thetechnology humans have developed for traveland the way it has shaped the social fabric ofour time. Observe, understand and use anincredible range of travel technology to seehow it makes our lives easier and geta glimpse of the future of transport.Developed by Scitech, PerthBOOKINGS FOR 2010 IS NOW OPEN Bookings essential. Entry is free for students. A one-offbooking fee of $11 applies per school group (additional fees may be incurred for staff led programs)STAY IN THE LOOP Subscribe to MV Teachers for unlimited general entry to our museumsVISIT MUSEUMVICTORIA.COM.AU ⁄ EDUCATION OR CALL 13 11 02 FOR MORE DETAILS

school neWSSchool design conference opens new worldsLate last year, the Departmenthosted an Innovative LearningEnvironments Design Conference atDocklands, which brought togetherschools, architects and designers whospecialise in the design and use ofinnovative school buildings.In the opening keynote, businessfuturist Morris Miselowski describedsome of the amazing changes comingour way. The audience ponderedthe implications of predictions forthe next decade such as 40 percent of Australians either workingby themselves or for themselves,computers processing information asfast as a human brain and what theeducation system might need to do toaccommodate such changes.The most popular sessions featuredmembers of school communities –principals, teachers and students– describing the decision makingprocesses they went through to createnew learning environments, howteaching and learning has changed,and the benefits they are alreadyseeing in students’ learning.Presentations and recordingsare available online.Visit www.education.vic.gov.au/researchinnovation/lpd/forum.htmPort Phillip Bay- the perfect outdoor classroomPort Phillip Bay is a unique learningexperience where our brilliantlycoloured underwater wildernessbecomes the classroom. In this school,rooms are replaced with rockpools,seats with sandy shores and textbooks with towering kelp forests.A treasure trove of breathtaking beauty andastounding diversity, students can come faceto face with dragons that sparkle like jewelsor be entertained by charismatic fur sealsthat dazzle with their enchanting acrobatics.The bay is the perfect playground for any daytrip or camp and offers a range of amazingactivities and experiences.For an eco adventure, sea kayaking offers afabulous chance to glide across the crystalclear waters of Port Phillip Bay to explorerugged coastlines and sheltered bays.Want to go a bit deeper? Take the plungewith guided snorkelling tours that will giveteachers and students alike an excitingunderwater experience. A visual feast, thebay is bursting at the seams with colour andlife. This living aquarium boasts over 500species of fi sh and 1,000 species of animalsand plants.Encounters with the bay’s resident marinemammals are a highlight of any visit. In thebay students can safely immerse themselvesand swim with iconic bottlenose dolphinsthat impress with their size, curiosity andtrademark smile - or can experience fi rsthand the underwater performance of fur seals.Port Phillip Bay is an exciting outdoorclassroom that will provide you and yourstudents with an unforgettable adventureand a unique, interactive learning experience.There is something for everyone to ‘sea’.Go to visitvictoria.com/bay to find some greatbusinesses who cater for school groups.Shine Feb 2010 41

Where are THey now?Claire Yeo Sunbury Secondary College 1993–1995Claire Yeo has always been fascinated by weather. As a severeweather meteorologist for the Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) andchief recruiter for storm spotters, she is living her childhooddream. “Weather has been a passion since the age of 10,” she says.“Growing up in Lismore where severe thunderstorms and floodsare fairly regular, it was all I ever talked about. In Grade 5 we werediscussing the weather in class – it was so exciting, and I knewthere and then that meteorology was what I wanted to do.”Then ••After her family moved to Melbourne, Ms Yeo enrolled at EmeraldSecondary College and completed Years 7 to 9 before her parentsmade a second move to Sunbury where she attended the localsecondary college and continued to study maths and physics inorder to secure her chosen career path.“I can’t say that I was very noticeable at school, apart from alwaystalking about wanting to be a meteorologist,” she says. “WhenI was in Year 8 my science teacher set an exercise that involvedforecasting the weather. I put a lot of work into that assignmentand achieved an A+. That certainly highlighted that I was on theright track,” she smiles.During her final VCE year at Sunbury Secondary Ms Yeo contactedthe BoM to find out what type of graduates were required, andpromptly enrolled in a Bachelor of Science degree (majoring inApplied Physics) at RMIT. “My interests in severe weather haveevolved,” she explains. “Originally I was very interested in severethunderstorms and led a real push to increase the number of stormspotters we have in Victoria.”According to Ms Yeo, storm spotters are a vital part of the BoMteam and anyone can be one, although it helps to have a realinterest in weather. “We can observe what looks like a severethunderstorm on radar and on satellite imagery, but we really needpeople on the ground reporting back what they see to verify thatsevere thunderstorms did occur,” she explains. “We have around1000 storm spotters across Victoria and they range from farmersto housewives to people in the medical profession.”But before you start conjuring up edge-of-the seat action scenesfrom Hollywood flicks like Twister, she adds that it’s not like themovies. “We definitely don’t condone people going out and chasingthunderstorms or putting themselves in danger,” she presses. “Allwe ask is for people to report the damage they see. These casestudies help us to learn the intricacies of Victorian weather, whichhelps us to know when to we should be putting out warnings.” SClaire Yeo in her final year at Sunbury Secondary CollegeNow ••Delivering the weather forecast in the studio of 774 ABC RadioIf you know of a past student who has achieved success, email us at editor@edumail.vic.gov.auStory by Tina Luton42 Shine Feb 2010

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXScHool NeWSTop graduates teach for AustraliaRebecca Ferretti and Michael Currie are embarking on a career in teaching after being selectedfrom a field of 800 applicants to be part of the first cohort of Teach for Australia associates.teaCh For australia is part of the Federal Government’s $550million Smarter Schools Quality teaching national Partnershipwith states and territories, which aims to attract, train and retainthe best and brightest to the nation’s classrooms.the bubbly university graduates, both based at schools inMelbourne’s west, share their outlook for the year ahead and tellhow stand-out teachers can make all the difference to the lives oftheir students.Michael CurrieWhat have been some of the highlights so far?Meeting the other associates has been great. there are peoplefrom all around australia who are entering the program atdifferent times in their lives, whether it be straight after theirundergraduate degree, or after spending several years in theworkforce. everyone is very keen to learn; I don’t think I’d everseen as many questions asked in a university tutorial as I did inour first week!“Coming out of a degreethat was heavily theorybased,I was keen to getinvolved in somethingpractical and somethingthat would allow me tomake a difference.”michael CurrieWhat attracted you to this program?Coming out of a degree that was heavily theory-based, I waskeen to get involved in something practical and something thatwould allow me to make a difference. My parents often raisedteaching as a practical way of contributing, and after working in aschool during my GaP year I saw the impact that I could have onstudents. after hearing about the program’s ambitious mission toconfront educational disadvantage, and that the support wouldbe provided throughout the whole two years of the program, Idecided to apply.What will you bring to your roleat Deer park secondary next year?through my undergraduate degree, I hope to bring an addeddepth of knowledge which I can draw upon when teaching myhumanities classes. In my life prior to university I spent timegoing to school in different countries, being involved in lots ofsport, music and leadership positions which have all allowed meto pick up various life skills which I can bring into the class andhopefully pass onto the students.teach for australia associatesmichael Currie and rebeccaFerretti are both keen to getstarted in the classroom.44 Shine Feb 2010

PrincipalVacancyFollowing the retirement of Mr. Graham Pratt,applications are sought for the position of Principal,Kew Primary School, commencing Term 2, 2010.Applicants should be familiar with Sammons, Hillman &Mortimer’s Eight Characteristics Of Effective Schoolsand possess the educational, cultural, symbolic, technicaland human leadership attributes described by theSergiovanni Model of Transformational Leadership.Applicants must address the selection criteria, includingthe Kew Primary School Community Leadership clause,contained in the position description located at http://jobs.vic.gov.auFor further information visit www.kewps.vic.edu.auor contact Nina Iser on 03 9853 8325.Applications close Friday, February 19th, 2010www.kewps.vic.edu.auEducators,take your skills overseasAre you ready to do something meaningful with your career?There’s an urgent need for education professionals to share theirskills with our overseas partners in Asia, the Pacific, Africa and theMiddle East. We need people with skills in:> Education management > Secondary teaching> Special education > Teacher training> Vocational education training > English as a second languageYou’ll share your skills, advance your career and have the experienceof a lifetime. Plus you won’t be out of pocket. You’ll receive airfares,accommodation, a living allowance, insurance, and ongoing support.Find out more at an AVI information session > visiting Geelong,Melbourne, Canberra, Sydney and Brisbane in February.Visit our website for dates and to RSVP.For more information please call Ian McDonald +61 3 9279 1781.tollfree 1800 331 292 www.australianvolunteers.comAusAID, the Australian Government’s overseas aid program, is proud toprovide significant support for Australian volunteers who work in adevelopment capacity overseasnews bitesnew pEDs programMaternal and Child Health (MCH) nursesin Victoria have undergone training tofacilitate implementation of the Parents’Evaluation of Developmental Status(PEDS). PEDS is a validated, evidencebaseddevelopmental screen that activelyengages parents and opens a conversationbetween the nurse and parent about thechild. It essentially tells the parent: ‘As anurse, I am interested in, and value, your picture of your child’.Parents are given a booklet of PEDS questions for MCHconsultations throughout the early years of their child’s life.The 10 PEDS questions use everyday, descriptive languageto ask parents about any concerns they may have about theirchild’s learning, behaviour and development. Concerns raisedby the parent (or carer) are used both to assess the risk of thechild having developmental delay and to determine pathwaysof action such as secondary screens or referral to specialists.The PEDS can be used in various early childhood settings,but training in its use is required. In Australia the PEDS hasbeen used in childcare centres, preschools, kindergartensand primary schools.For more information about the pEDs, contact the Centrefor Community Child health royal Children’s hospital on9345 6150 or email enquiries.ccch@rch.org.auBar none training sessionsVictorian teachers and early childhood professionals areinvited to attend Bar None Community Awareness Kit trainingsessions, which will be conducted across Victoria throughoutTerm 1.The kit, launched in September last year, aims to assistin breaking down any fears or barriers towards peoplewith a disability, and has been distributed to government,independent and Catholic primary and secondary schoolsand government-funded kindergartens state wide. It includescurriculum units for Prep to Year 8 students that are linkedto the Victorian Essential Learning Standards, a professionaldevelopment module, a teacher information booklet and aDVD featuring real-life stories about students with a disability,their families, teachers and principals.The two-and-a-half hour professional development sessionsare free of charge and recognised by the Victorian Instituteof Teaching.To secure your place, contact Lynne Kidman on 0407 312 116or lkidman@rocketmail.com. For more information on the BarNone kit, visit www.officefordisability.vic.gov.au

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXHe’s only in Year 3 at Patterson Lakes PrimarySchool, but Jefferson Bauer has already madea name for himself around town.From the classroom to the boardroomJefferson Bauer is only eight, but he is already well on his way to becoming a fully-fledged entrepreneur.An enthusiastic Year 3 student fromPatterson Lakes Primary School is themastermind behind this month’s Fun inthe Sun Festival, an all-abilities familyevent that aims to educate the broadercommunity about what life is like with adisability. Jefferson Bauer dreamed upthe event last year, when he was in Year 2.“I wanted a day for all people to cometogether and have a fun day,” he says.Jefferson wrote to Prime Minister KevinRudd who supported his idea and suggestedthat he speak with members of his localcouncil. Jefferson contacted ChelseaCommunity Renewal project managerTim Bearup who was also impressedby the youngster’s ideas and buddingbusiness acumen and set up a festivalworking party of 10 adults with Jeffersonas chairman.“Jefferson came up with the idea, startedfundraising and at our first board meetinghad already written the agenda for itemsto discuss,” Mr Bearup recalls. Thediligent eight-year-old enthusiasticallyattended monthly board meetingsaccompanied by his then classroomteacher Luke Milgate, and always witha neatly written agenda in hand. ByChristmas the mini-mogul had managedto raise the $42,000 needed to cover thecost of the festival.In preparation for the festival, PattersonLakes Primary School worked withYarrabah Specialist School and localMetro Access worker Megan Grantwho supplied all of the students with adisability awareness kit. Students fromthe school choir will join other performerson stage during the festival.Other attractions will include clowns, ridesand jumping castles, reptile and animaldisplays, arts and crafts, AFL players andChannel Nine personalities.Fun in the Sun Festival will be held onSunday 28 February from 10.00am to4.30pm at Bicentennial Park, Chelsea. SShine Feb 2010 47

OpinionKristina BratichMy teachingphilosophyTeaching and learning are innateinstincts. We all teach and learn in someway every day of our lives. But I oftenask myself: What is the nature of thiscompelling vocation that holds me yearafter year in its exhausting yet rewardinggrip? Ultimately, education is aboutthe mind I am continually constructingwith other young minds in my care. Theteaching experience is one of ongoingpersonal transformation, a “turning themind around” as Aristotle would have itcenturies ago.As a teacher of philosophy and English,I have been intrigued by the fact thatphilosophy produces such differentoutcomes in students. Moving froma philosophy class to an English classin the same day potently highlightsthis difference. In philosophy, we areall students grappling with ideas andquestions that have preoccupied humanbeings since active consciousnessoriginated in the human reality.Philosophical texts are simply vehiclesfor us to explore our own ideas andultimately our own natures as individualsin a complex and changing universe.As with Socrates, we are still prompted toask the question: “What ought a personto be?” in order to lead a “good life”?Iris Murdoch frames a similar questionthousands of years hence when she alsoLive Reptiles at your schoolJOINING the CHORUSTheatre Production WorkshopThursday 25 March 2010EDUCATIONAL • INTERACTIVE • FUNHold a snake • Feed a lizard • Say hello to afrog • Touch a turtle • Wrestle a crocodile!Other programs available:WHAT’S SAFE IN MY GARDEN?Invite our Magnificent Mini-beaststo crawl around your school orkinder.Beetles, Stick Insects, Scorpions,Spiders, Giant Cockroaches & more!ANIMALS WITH ATTITUDETargeting Challenging studentsYears 3–11. We bring live: Lizards,Sporpions, Bird-eating Spiders,Giant Cockroaches, Huge Snakesand Crocodiles.Tracey Sandstrom0418B.Ed. Dip.Teach. 227 W.D.L.083www.roamingreptiles.com.au• Public LiabilityInsurance• Presentation designedby teachers• K to 12WE GUARANTEEno student attackedby the crocodile(unless requested)!snakes@roamingreptiles.com.auA professional development workshop aims to demystifysome of the complexities of staging a school musical,so that it may become a simpler, more enjoyable andrewarding experience for you and your colleagues.The workshop, hosted by members of the JOINING theCHORUS production and events team, will cover dance,music production, costume, legals and set.For more information contactJOINING the CHORUS on (03) 9415 1700or email: jtc@edumail.vic.gov.au48 Shine Feb 2010

performiNG arTSAuditions now openJoining the Chorus, the Department’sflagship performing arts initiative, is lookingfor the new stars of the Victorian StateSchools Spectacular 2010. Student auditionsare now open for vocal soloists.This year, the production will be staged atHisense Arena on September 18 and 19,and feature a cast of over 2,700 Victoriangovernment school students. Among themwill be a 90-piece orchestra, multiple dancegroups, specialty acts and rock bands.Previous soloists include Vanessa Amorosi,Nicole Carr (winner of the Sun Ariacompetition) Winston Hillier and Erin Hasan.Auditions will be held on Saturday 27February and bookings are essential. Forfurther information, or to book an auditiontime for a student, contact Joining theChorus on 9415 1700.Shine Feb 2010 51

eleArNiNGGreat websitesfor biodiversityWildlife finderwww.bbc.co.uk/wildlifefi nderVisually stunning guide to where animals live and theirways of life through habitats and ecozones. Completeinformation on each animal including video, images andquality external links.aBC environmentwww.abc.net.au/environmentLocal coverage of all Australian environmental issues.Hundreds of topics that include food, waste, going greenand climate change. News, opinion, video and a blogcomplete the website.Feral Focuswww.feral.org.au/content/feral-focusDefi ne, understand andmanage how to deal withthe Australian feral problemas investigated through fourintegrated units of work forstudents. Also science andgeography curriculum linksand relevant feral resources.52 Shine Feb 2010

eleArNiNGEnhancing teaching andlearning using netbooksThe sky’s the limit when it comes to using netbooks in the classroom.the netBooK trial is part of a globalmovement towards a 1:1 ratio of studentsto wireless-enabled computers. netbookspromote better learning in and outof school by encouraging anywhere,anytime access to learning, promotingindependent, self-initiated learning,enabling more family involvement ineducation and increasing collaborationbetween students in different schools,states and other countries.More than 340 government schools fromthe Barwon South West, Grampians,Loddon Mallee and northernMetropolitan regions have been involvedin the netbook trial. Four schools involvedin the trial have provided interesting casestudies on how they have used netbooks toenhance their teaching and learning.Year 5 and 6 students at haddon PrimarySchool have created a virtual world usingopenSim to develop their collaborationand communication skills. Year 5 and6 teacher Lucas McKay says he usedopenSim with his class because it was amotivational tool. “If you show them thevirtual world, the students just want to getstarted on it,” he says. “You don’t have todo much; it creates engagement – we don’thave to artificially create that.”Mr McKay has found that this initialengagement has transformed intoreal learning outcomes with thestudents increasing their ability notonly in interpersonal development,communication and literacy but also inspace and measurement.Clunes Primary School Year 5 and 6students have been using their netbooksto produce films about the history oftheir local community. the netbooksproved invaluable to the students in thisproject through internet researching,storyboarding, writing, filmingclaymation segments, making modelsand downloading their flip-camera films.Principal andrew Parry said benefits ofthis project were many. “Participatingin real world multimedia projectsenhances student and teacher ICt skills,engagement and literacy,” he said. “allstudent work has been for a real purposenot just for the sake of an exercise.”the literacy program at Kangaroo FlatPrimary School is being enhanced throughthe use of netbooks. teacher Bree Frankshas used the netbooks for the recording ofstudent work, creation of student digitalportfolios and for working in onlinecollaborative environments. Blogginghas been used effectively as a means forletting students reflect on books that theyare currently reading and to share theirthoughts with other students.andrew Schaeche, acting principal ofQuarry hill Primary School, has alsoseen the benefits of the introduction ofnetbooks to his school. “the netbooks haveincreased student engagement througha greater emphasis on self-directedlearning,” he says. “I see more studentsimmediately and efficiently able to accessinformation and use it meaningfully intheir learning. the netbooks have forgedstronger links with respect to integratingthe curriculum and the level of studentengagement and enthusiasm is extremelyhigh.” this school has strengthened theirteam-teaching approach through the use ofthe netbooks, introduced a class wiki andestablished a student technical team.Phone:5241 9581forbookingsTheatre Attack is an educationalarts company who promote a creative, collaborative and interactiveform of learning.We supply pioneering arts-based workshops that offerdynamic, hands-on experiences to schools.We are specialistsat delivering;• Theatre Workshops addressing Social Issues• Theatre for International Students• VCE Drama & Theatre Studies MasterclassVisit our website www.theatreattack.com forinformation on what we can offer you and your school!CONTACT US ON: E: mail@theatreattack.com P: 03 9328 3554 W: www.theatreattack.com54 Shine Feb 2010

eLearniNGResources for SchoolsTo assist schools to incorporate the netbooksinto their teaching and learning the eLearningUnit has produced a number of resources thatcan now be accessed by all schools interested in1-to-1 learning. The ‘1-to-1 Learning Showcase’includes guidelines, planning resources, researchinformation, tutorials for software programs andpractical classroom ideas.Visit http://epotential.education.vic.gov.au/showcaseProfessional LearningForumsForums on 1-to-1 learning, in relation to theNational Secondary School Computer Fund(NSSCF) initiative, will be held on 2 March inMelbourne and 3 March in Ballarat. This freeprogram for principals will include an openingsession with Bruce Dixon from ideaslab,information about the NSSCF initiative, andworkshops with practising teachers from 1-to-1classrooms. SContact Leanne Compton oncompton.leanne.l@edumail.vic.gov.auto register for a sessionJOURNEYMANSTARLABSTARDOMEThe Planetarium that comes to your school• Incursions save schools travel expense and disruptions• Astronomy and Space Sciences for students at all levels• Cost from as little as $ 4.50 per head.Bookings: 9748 8326Email: starlab@labyrinth.net.auDISCOUNTSFOR TERMONE!• Special programs • Bookings are open • Discounts for Term One •Ivanhoe Grammar School is committed tobuilding academic professional knowledgethrough the delivery of high quality seminarsand workshops presented by internal andexternal speakers.For registration forms and enquiries, pleasecontact Paula Welham on:Telephone: 9490 1877Mobile: 0488 110 000Email: mail@ivanhoepl.comBook online: www.ivanhoepl.comShine Feb 2010 55

oN THe GroUNDA DAY iN THe liFe oF...natalie Clohesy | maternal and child health nurse for Buloke shire CouncilNatalie clohesy divides her time between the rural townships of Sea lake, birchip andWycheproof. She talks to Rachel Skinner about struggling families, long-distance drivingand helping new mums through the early days of parenthood.7.30AM The first drive of the day8.30AM reviewing case notesIt’s straight on the road after an early-morning wake up callfor Ms Clohesy. “I start work at 8.30am and I have to driveabout 100 kilometres to get there, so that takes about an hour,”she explains. But it’s not just the commute to and from workthat sees Ms Clohesy in the car – servicing rural areas meansshe spends a lot of time travelling, so a reliable vehicle is amust-have.10.30AM running an open clinic sessiononce she arrives at one of the three maternal and child healthcentres she works at, Ms Clohesy prepares herself for the dayby familiarising herself with her previous case notes. “I’ll havea look at my day and plan it, and read up on the histories ofthe clients I’ll be seeing. other than the open session I runlater in the morning, my day is filled up with attending keyages and stages visits.”It’s open clinic time for Ms Clohesy,where parents and families can dropin for some expert advice on anythingthat may be troubling them. “Youmight have no-one or you mighthave five people coming in,” sheexplains. “they can come in to askquestions – it might be ‘My babywas unsettled last night and Idon’t know why’, or ‘Can youcheck my child’s eczema?’If I find there’s not a lot ofclients, I might do someadministrative work and followupphone calls.”56 Shine Feb 2010

oN THe GroUND1.30PM home visits2.30PM settling in new parentsafter the think-on-your-feet clinic session, Ms Clohesy ison the road again for some home visits. and with the smallpopulations and geographic isolation of the communitiesshe works with, the personal touch is an important part ofproviding that much-needed support to families and parents.“I get to know people on a really personal level, and what I doon these visits depends on the key age and stage the child is at,”she says.Part of Ms Clohesy’s job is to help new parents feelcomfortable looking after their tiny charges. “Withnew mums I’ll have a chat about how the birth went,check the baby over, weigh the baby, talk aboutfeeding and how they’re going to sleep and settling,”she explains. “I’ll discuss SIDS (Sudden Infant DeathSyndrome), look at the cot and assess it for safety.It’s also about making sure the family has support,especially with the mums who are in the middle ofnowhere, and whose family and friends live severalkilometres up the road.”STeaching students withDown Syndrome9.00am-3.30pm Wednesday 17 March 2010Darebin Arts and Entertainment Centre1300 658 873 rsvp@dsav.asn.auwww.downsyndromevictoria.org.auCarrington FinancialServicesWe offern Salary Sacrificen Novated Leasen 54.11 Resignationn Retirement Planningn Wealth Creationn Taxationn Estate PlanningFor a no obligation assessment of your situationContact John Doyle or Diana Sangueon (03) 9820 8688Shine Feb 2010 57

School neWSArt competitionembraces AboriginalityLocal Indigenous leaders, parents and teachers alike were impressed by therecent show of creativity at the Dardee Boorai Art Award. Children from acrossVictoria submitted pieces of artwork into the competition, the primary aim ofwhich was to promote awareness of Dardee Boorai – the Victorian Charter ofSafety and Wellbeing for Aboriginal Children and Young People.One of the most striking pieces, created by 12-year-old Ruby Herrman fromNorris Bank Primary School, drew an emotive response from the judges. Ruby’scolourful illustration depicted a young mother clutching her child with thewords ‘They may have taken our land, but the haven’t taken our pride’ hangingoverhead. Ruby was the winner of the ‘Art from an Aboriginal perspective’category in the 11–12-year-old age group.New breed ofbookworms atKilberry PrimaryOver 800 students from Kilberry ValleyPrimary School competed in the Premier’sReading Challenge last year, with 24students reading more than 100 books each.For their achievements, the school wasrewarded with a personal message via videolink from Premier John Brumby. Proudprincipal Neil Cunningham said that whilethe kids’ efforts were impressive, praise isalso due to organising teacher Ros Carabott(pictured) who motivated students toremain involved throughout the challenge.Nelson Parkconquers bike rideTen senior students from Nelson Park Special Schooltested their limits recently on the famous Great VictorianBike Ride. “All of the participants had an intellectualdisability and other disabilities such as ASD and ADHD,”said teacher Mary Steuten. “But the boys took to the ridelike ducks to water and were a credit to our school and tothemselves.”The boys trained for months before completing the550km ride along the Great Ocean Road from Portlandto Geelong. “The self-esteem, independence and physicalfitness gained from the experience will be rememberedfor many years by the boys,” said Ms Steuten.58 Shine Feb 2010

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eHAViourThem’s fighting words!Playground arguments are morethan just simple squabbles – they’revaluable lessons in compromise,writes Eamon EvansFor many early childhood teachers, Lord of the Flies mustread like a documentary. While tribal warfare and killingsprees thankfully remain uncommon in our kindergartens,the endless squabbles over toys and brutal fights betweenboys certainly bring home the moral of William Golding’snovel: if you leave kids to resolve differences by themselves,chaos will generally result.Or will it? According to new research from the University ofMelbourne, there’s actually method in the madness. “A lot ofproductive talk goes on between children,” says Dr AmeliaChurch, who recently spent 12 weeks in two kindergartensmonitoring interaction between four-year-olds. “We don’t get tohear about the disputes that are effectively resolved but they areactually going on more often than not.”Even by the age of four, Dr Church found that children “havesufficient linguistic competence to manage most verbalon 30/12/2009 negotiations.” 2:10:00 PM While some spats inevitably descend intostalemates, and need an adult to broker the peace, mostarguments are actually resolved via reasoned argument or thatquintessentially ‘adult’ method of compromise.“It’s really important to understand just how capable childrenare,” Dr Church told Shine. “The thing to note about children’sarguments is that they mostly argue with their friends. They’reactually invested in working the issue out, because they want tokeep playing the game.”Also worth noting is the range of negotiating strategies four-yearoldshave at their disposal. “Rather than persisting with one tacticthat wasn’t working for them, the children were able to changetheir strategies a lot of the time in order to negotiate a successfuloutcome,” she said.General knowledge class quiz in teamsFor details contact Val BatesFax: 9882 7159Ph: 9805 9111Email: vbates@epilepsy.asn.auSh1Computer EquipmentFunding for SchoolsMelbourne Finance Broking has a long history of assistingSchools with rental funding of computer equipment.We provideIndependent advice and multiple sources of rental financiers under one contact.Quick access to the most competitive rental terms available.An alternative to using limited School budgets on equipment that will just be replaced in a few years.Release funds for more permanent and urgent capital works.You still decide who your preferred computer supplier will be.For any questions, or example rental figures:Contact: Scott Amos• Phone: (03) 9429 3000 • Mobile: 0412 419 898,• Email: scottamos@melbournefinance.com.au • Web: www.melbournefinance.com.au60 Shine Feb 2010

In fact, arguments can even have benefits. “As adults, wehave a tendency to avoid conflict and we often project thatonto our children. However, viewing verbal conflict assomething best avoided fails to acknowledge the importantskills it teaches children, such as negotiation and constructinga reasoned argument.”When considering when and how to step in, furthermore, weneed to remember that our solutions won’t always fit the bill.“We tend to suggest resolutions to children’s arguments whichwe would use ourselves,” Dr Church continues.“But children don’t necessarily negotiatesocial relationships as adults would.”Plus, we won’t necessarily be aware ofthe original cause of the dispute, orhave witnessed how they’ve beentrying to manage it.WannikEducationScholarships 2010Open to High Achieving Indigenous students successfully completingYear 10 in 2009 and intending to study Year 11 or Year 12 at agovernment school in Victoria in 2010.• Sponsored by the Department of Education and Early ChildhoodDevelopment• Valued at $2,500 per year for two years• Awarded to up to 20 studentsApplications are available on the Wannik website atwww.education.vic.gov.au/about/directions/wannik/default.htmor by contacting Jane at the Wannik Unit on 9637 3445Applications close at 2.00pm on Friday 19 February 2010“We need to understand more about thisprocess of negotiation among children,so we can learn when to intervene, andhow, and when to leave children totheir own devices.” SDr Amelia Churchon what to do whenchildren argue1. Understand what it is the children areactually arguing about. While it mightappear to be about some object, itmight actually be about other aspectsof the social relationship or priorclaims to something.2. encourage each child to recognisethe needs of the other person andwhat it is that they might want.3. encourage each child to provide areason for their position.4. encourage a compromise betweeneach child’s needs.JOINING the CHORUSTheatre Production WorkshopThursday 2 April 2009This professional development workshop aims to demystifysome of the complexities of staging a school musical, sothat it becomes a simpler, more enjoyable and rewardingexperience for you and your colleagues.The workshop, hosted by members of the JOINING theCHORUS production and events team, will cover dance,music production, costume, legals and set.For more information contact JOINING the CHORUS on(03) 9415 1700 or email: jtc@edumail.vic.gov.auShine Feb 2010 61

eADer SToryhelen BoyesHere we go againFamiliar end-of-year staff rituals make school life all the more satisfying.It aLL seems such a distant memory ... the last assembly for 2009was finished. Congratulations had been passed on. Goodbyes hadbeen said to students and families. hugs had been shared; nicewords and thanks exchanged; tears shed. Christmas and new Yearwishes, along with reminders of safety, had been given. Year 6students were cheered on to Year 7 at secondary colleges.Whew. another year has flown by so quickly with so much done,so much said, so much achieved, so much, and so much...! andthen it was all over, with nothing left to do but enjoy the companyof colleagues over the staff Christmas lunch. even entering thestaffroom one could feel and almost see tired and exhausted stafftake on carefree, want-to-have-fun personas.enjoying our fish and chips together, not a soul needed to rush outfor duty or attend to a child without lunch. We joked and delightedin each other’s company. the highlight was the annual Kris Kringledistribution. there appears to be a number of ways for this tohappen but our choice was for our wrapped generic presents to benumbered and put under the beautifully decorated Christmas tree.We were all then given a number corresponding with one under thetree. When it was our turn, we needed to find our gift, open it, andif we weren’t happy with the one we opened, we could exchange itwith the one previously opened by the preceding number. Becausesome of our staff are extremely clever and saw that this processwas going to take a bit of time, some streamlined the process bydistributing the gifts to the corresponding numbered staff and thenwe patiently awaited our turn to reveal all within the Christmaswrapping in front of us.With the food eaten and Kris Kringle over with, there was nothingleft to do but clean up and say our goodbyes to those not returningin 2010. having a baby, studying for a couple of years and beingoffered a position in the regional office are all rather good reasonsfor not returning but knowing we will see these people at somestage meant it was not really goodbye. there were goodbyes tofriends we would not see until school resumed and also promisesof catching up with others during the holiday break. then we wereoff to our homes and all that life holds dear for us there.Life at school can be fast, chaotic, draining, demanding, challenging,emotionally and physically exhausting – yet it is so rewarding in anamazing myriad of ways. one of the ways is that as a member ofstaff you have the privilege of becoming part of a team: all goingin the same direction with the same hopes and dreams for thechildren in our care, to see them achieve all that they can. Whatbetter job can there be?We will all return in 2010, refreshed, renewed and ready for whatthe new Year holds in store. We will be there for the students inmany ways, but we will also enjoy those special times together as astaff. I am looking forward to it all. here we go again...Helen Boyes is an integration aide at Tucker Road BentleighPrimary School. SGet 36%off fuel62 Shine Feb 2010...turn to p10 formore information

eHAVioUrAt-risk but tech-savvy,a student fi nds his feetFrom fi xing technical glitches to pulling apart hard drives, 10-year-oldAlex Newling has benalla Primary School’s iT problems covered.DISrUPtIVe anD disengaged fromschool, Year 4 student alex newling’sadvanced computer skills were discoveredafter yet another disciplinary visit toprincipal heather Leary’s office. “I wasworking on my computer, struggling witha particular function and alex just lookedover my shoulder and started guiding methrough it,” Ms Leary says. “I knew that ifwe were going to keep alex at school weneeded to find a special hook and in thatmoment I realised ICt was it.”Ms Leary has arranged for alex to workwith the school’s computer technicianJustin Garlick on a weekly basis todevelop and sharpen his computer skills.he also works with retired teacherrod Ferris who has taught him a deeperunderstanding of how the systems andservers work – all the big picture stuff.as well as working on netbooks for Year5 and 6 students, alex will be on the frontfoot with the teachers after taking part inUltranet training next month.Ms Leary says alex’s induction into howcomputers work, which she refers to as“Victoria’s first pre-apprenticeship fora primary school student” has helped toturn this troublesome student around.“the change alex’s behaviour andattitude has been remarkable,” shebeams. “he was pulling in the wrongdirections but since we introduced himto the computers, he has not been backin my office. he has settled down rightacross the board, in the classroomand in the playground. he is moreresilient and able to manage himselfand be in control of his emotions, heis respectful, responsible, he wears hisuniform every day and he comes toschool eager to learn.”For alex, what began as an interesthas quickly become a passion andperhaps even a future vocation. “I’vebeen learning what programs doand opening up computers to fix CDdrives and power supplies,” he says.“I like looking inside the computersand Justin tells me what does what.I reckon that will be my job when Ifinish university and that feels good.” SAlex Newling, 10, is getting plenty ofhands-on ICt experience by workingwith Benalla primary school’s computertechnician Justin Garlick one day a week.See our advert inthe PD section orbook online atwww.edpd.com.auENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION in WARBURTONNatural Resources Conservation League programs utilise spectacular andunique locations in Warburton including the Yarra Ranges National Park,where classes may undertake one of the following programs...BIODIVERSITYINCURSION WORKSHOPSFor Primary School BasedWATER for LIFE– an informative study of water systemsStudents. 4 one hourfrom beginning to end,sessions per day @ flatINSIDE FORESTS– a fascinating study of a cool temperaterate of $350.00rainforest & Mountain Ash forestPlease phone ourLIQUID and LEAVES– a combined water andoffice for moreforests programdetails.All programs are linked to the Victorian Essential Learning Standards.For a brochure or to make a booking visit Natural Resourcesour website nrcl.org.au or call (03) 5966 5822 Conservation League64 Shine Feb 2010

iNTerNATioNAl eDUcATioNMore international studentsgive VCE the thumbs-upeach year hundreds of international students complete their Vce studies in government schools,with the majority going onto further education.LaSt Year more than 720 internationalstudents completed Year 12 in Victoriangovernment schools, and according toa recent exit survey conducted by theDepartment, 99 per cent said they weresatisfied with their government schoolexperience.Vietnamese student ruby Ly attendedBraybrook Secondary College to completeher Year 11 and Year 12 studies. She saysshe enjoyed the experience so much thatshe – like 87 per cent of students whoresponded to the survey – intends to goonto further study in Victoria.“I am planning to study engineering atuniversity, as maths and science weremy favourite subjects at high school,” shesays. “I really enjoyed going to Braybrook– it’s a very multicultural school and Imade lots of friends there. the teacherswere really enthusiastic and willing tohelp,” she says.ethan Guo moved from China to Victoriafor his VCe years. he settled in Bendigo, tolive with his uncle’s family, and attendedBendigo Secondary College. “Bendigois nice and quiet and I really like livinghere,” he says. “I made lots of friends,especially in Year 12. I studied very hardand the teachers were patient, becausemy english was not so good at first, butit has improved a lot. I am going to studyaccounting at La trobe University here inBendigo this year.”International students who completedthe exit survey identified a number ofstrengths in Victorian education: 60 percent said the best aspects of their schoolwere the learning environment, facilities,subject availability and the quality ofteaching staff. the other 40 per cent saidthe best aspects included the opportunityto make new friends and meet otherstudents within the school community. SFor more information on the International Student Program, phone 9637 2990 or email international@edumail.vic.gov.auA practical professional development day withDAVID HORNSBY and DEB SUKARNATerm 1 — 2010WORKSHOPSSat 13 Feb Writer’s Workshop -An Introductionwith Deb SukarnaSat 20 Feb Planning An Integrated Unitwith Deb SukarnaSat 13 Mar Readers’ Workshopwith David Hornsby andDeb SukarnaVenue:Time:Cost:Contact: Paula Welham 9499 2065 or 0402 421 864 Email: pwelham@bigpond.net.auFull detailsin FAX sentto SchoolDarebin Arts and Entertainment Centre(Cnr Bell St and St Georges Rd, Preston)9.30 am Registration, 10 am Start,3.15 pm Finish (Note January sessionsstart at 9.15am)$180 inc gst (or $160 per person for two ormore teachers from the one school Includesregistration, morning tea, lunch, hand-outs.Shine Feb 2010 65

RegioNAl roUNDUPGood newsfrom aroundthe state By Tina LutonGippslandIn need of a new BBQ for the school and stumped for fundraisingideas, a parent had a brainwave and suggested that Mirboo NorthPS enter the national ‘Put Your Town on the Map’ competitionto win a segment on Channel Nine’s travel show Getaway. Thewhole community got behind the idea and helped to make a videohighlighting the town’s attractions, and featuring all 267 studentsfrom the regional primary school.“We won the competition and we had a great two days with Getawaypresenter Natalie Gruzlewski and the crew filming on location at theschool and around the town,” says delighted principal Wendy Inman.For it’s winning entry the school received a cheque for $5000. Someof the money will go towards the building of the new BBQ, which MsInman says will be christened with a giant community sausage sizzle.HumeSeymour Special School joined a primary school and twosecondary schools in the ‘Roman Through Australia’ project.Known as ‘withonework’, the project is linked to the Department’sHume regional office and the Benalla Art Gallery. Its basis wasan ancient glass tile mosaic discovered in the 1800s and situatedon the floor of the Musee Des Beaux Arts Nimes in France. “Theidea was for students to research how the Roman era influencescontemporary society,” explained Seymour Special Schoolprincipal Julie Atkins. “Our students took up the theme of ‘Whatdo we have to thank the Romans for?’ Firstly, we invited a teacherof Italian to deliver the most passionate and stimulating lessons tothe class. This was a huge springboard, and from there we created17 pieces of work that were then exhibited at the Benalla ArtGallery,” she said.Northern MetropolitanThe long arm of the law paid a special visit to the childrenat Eltham College Kids Child Care and Kindergarten atLaurimar recently, but all in the name of educational fun.As part of their community education work, Diamond Creekpolice came to the centre for an informative chat aboutwhat it is like to be a police officer, and even brought alongtheir oversized mascot, Sergeant Pete. The officers spoketo the children about a number of vital issues includingbike and car safety, the importance of wearing helmets andseat belts, the Neighbourhood Watch scheme, and knowingwhen it’s the right time to call 000. As a special treat at theend of the talk, the children took turns to sit on the policemotorbike and switch on the flashing lights.66 Shine Feb 2010

RegioNAl roUNDUPBarwon South WestThirteen students from Camperdown College enjoyed the tripof a lifetime recently, spending 12 days in Nepal after a year ofmeticulous planning and fundraising. The group, accompaniedby nine adults, journeyed from Kathmandu to Chitwan NationalPark, where they enjoyed an elephant safari and spotted onehornedrhinos and deer, before moving onto Pokhara to preparefor a few days trekking and camping. The group planted organiccoffee trees and mulched at the local environment centre andjoined local families for a clean-up day of Lake Phewa.Teacher Suzanne Maskell said the students decided to makethe journey to Nepal after a visit by guest speaker and seasonedtrekker Mukti Timilsina who has worked with the collegecommunity for some years. “Some staff members had travelledwith Mukti several times with great reports, and the studentsdecided to create this opportunity for themselves,” Ms Maskellsaid. “This student-instigated program has great supportfrom the local Camperdown community and may become anintegrated part of our school curriculum,” she said.GrampiansYear 3–5 students at Smeaton PS have worked behind the cameras as documentaryfilmmakers after taking part in the Melbourne Arts centre docU project inconjunction with the Alfred Brash Soundhouse. The school was one of four chosenas the first participants in this statewide project – the other three were all largesecondary schools. Twelve students from Smeaton PS took part in the project,which had them interviewing local community members about the town and schoolhistories. The documentaries that were produced and directed by the studentspremiered at the school’s end-of-year concert and were also shown, along with otherparticipating school’s documentaries, at the Geelong Performing Arts Centre. “Thefilms will be a major highlight of our school’s 150th anniversary on March 27,” saidprincipal Phonse Liddle.Shine Feb 2010 67

RegioNAl roUNDUPLoddon MalleeThe Alexandra Traders Group, with support fromOuyen P–12 College, held a family fun day at BriggsOval recently. The day involved parents, studentsand families from the local area, many of whomparticipated in a Modified Lawn Mower Competition.Ouyen P–12 provided the modified mowers, whichare used in the school’s popular automotive studiesprogram run by teacher Nathan Binks. “Strongnumbers all day indicated that a fantastic time was hadby all,” Mr Binks said. “Support from the communityand local service providers, including the Lions Club,Junior Modified Pulling Association, Patche NorthFarms, Shaddocks Dairy, and Alexandra SC to namea few, ensured the day was a huge success.” OuyenP–12 College started the Schools Mower Program tokeep students in Years 9 and 10 engaged at school byproviding hands-on learning. The program has sinceexpanded to Finley SC, with other schools now hostingintroduction days.Eastern MetropolitanFollowing a fabulous participation rate in 2009, TinternvalePS is already spreading the word about this year’s Walk toSchool Day. “Last year on Walk To School Day, 359 studentswalked or rode to school, amounting to 90.6 per cent of ourstudent population. This was a fantastic effort compared tothe state average, which was 26.2 per cent. It would be great ifwe could increase the effort this year,” said assistant principalLinda Inglese. Strategies to increase the amount of childrenwalking to school include placing teachers around nearbyroads enabling parents to drop their children off in the careon 30/12/2009 2:10:00 PMof an adult, prizes of pedometers, an award of a Golden ShoeTrophy for the class with the greatest increase in walkers, anda healthy breakfast on arrival.General knowledge class quiz in teamsFor details contact Val BatesFax: 9882 7159Ph: 9805 9111Email: vbates@epilepsy.asn.auSh1• The Planetarium and DomeTheatre that comes to yourschool• Incursions save schools money,and avoid disruption and fuss• Cost from $ 4.50 per head.The Portable Planetariumplus Movies all over the Total DomeJourneyman Education Services• A choice of movie topics –Astronomy, Earth Science,Biology, etc• Every session includesour Astronomy “Sky Explorer”programme.DISCOUNTSFOR TERMONE!Phone: 9748 8326 Fax: 9749 5931Email: cosmodome@cosmodome.net68 Shine Feb 2010

APPoiNTMeNTSThe appointments listed below are as a result of vacancies advertised online. All data, including spelling of names and schools, is asprovided by schools through the Recruitment Online system. This information is published for the purpose of general interest only.NAME SCHOOL CLASSIFICATIONBarwon South WesternAdams, Amber Lee Winchelsea PS CLASSAshkanasy, Nanette Newtown PS GRDAtkinson, Rebecca Caroline Roslyn PS GRDBackwell, Dianne Nelson Park School CLASSBallard, Sonja Mt Duneed Regional PS GRDBarns, Jemma Rae Lara PS GRDBarr, Lynette Suzanne Roslyn PS GRDBarry, Kaye Oberon HS LEADBurke, David Stanley Portland SC CLASSBurke, Penny Elizabeth Moriac PS CLASSBurton, Cathryn Louise Heywood Consolidated School CLASSBush, Nathan Edward Nelson Park School GRDButler, Kelly Ann Lara SC LEADCameron, Sarah Maree Nullawarre & District PS GRDCaslake, Sarah Jane Manifold Heights PS GRDCastelow, Emma norlane West PS GRDChapman, Adrian Thomas Surfside PS GRDChristie, Zoe Helen Torquay P-9 College CLASSClark, Cecilia Warrnambool College ES1-1Clark, Emily Jane Port Fairy Consolidated School GRDClark, Rebecca Lee Merrivale PS GRDCleary, Leonie n norlane HS LEADColee, Nicole Warrnambool East PS CLASSCollier, Thomas William Lara SC CLASSCouper, Leanne Mayree Lorne-Aireys Inlet P–12 College CLASSCraig, Melissa Mt Duneed Regional PS ES1-1Dangerfield, John P Oberon HS LEADDavidson, Christopher Lorne-Aireys Inlet P–12 College CLASSDavidson, Jaclyn Maree Rollins PS GRDDavidson, Leanne Jane Rollins PS CLASSDodson, Chloe Mt Duneed Regional PS GRDFeatherby, Judith A Warrnambool PS CLASSFinnigan, Georgina Louise Warrnambool East PS CLASSFlynn, Elise Nicole Montpellier PS GRDFreeman, Amos Creek Lara SC CLASSFryer, Jacqueline Woolsthorpe PS GRDGamble, Lisa Michelle Surfside PS GRDGeorge, Marilyn Newcomb SC ES1-1Giuffre, Madeleine Torquay P-9 College GRDGlab, Deborah Michelle Newcomb SC ES1-1Godwill, Wanda Fay Mt Duneed Regional PS ES1-1Goldsmith, Rowena Nancy Newcomb SC CLASSGray, Tracey Lee Port Fairy Consolidated School GRDGwynne, Melanie Jane Koroit & District PS GRDHair, Kimberley Louise Leopold PS GRDHammond, Jennifer Anne Warrnambool East PS CLASSHart, Emily Rollins PS CLASSHassett, Jennifer Rollins PS AP1-1Hastie, Lisa Michelle Montpellier PS GRDHerbison, Derek Stewart Oberon HS LEADHermon, Fiona Maree Penshurst PS PR1-1Hewson, Matthew Warrnambool College CLASSHiggins, Teresa Sonia Moriac PS GRDHinch, Sharon Gabriel Manifold Heights PS GRDHunter, Lisa Michelle Wallington PS GRDJennings, Georgina Warrnambool College CLASSJones, Mandy Jean Merrivale PS CLASSKelberg, Chloe Elise Montpellier PS GRDKenna, Rachel Kathleen Nelson Park School ES2-3Kesarcodi-Watson, Purnima Matthew Flinders Girls’ SC CLASSKlodinski, Kathleen Michelle Norlane West PS GRDLangham, Jeffrey Richard North Geelong SC LEADLavars, Adam Mt Duneed Regional PS GRDLittlewood, Erin Annitia Winchelsea PS GRDNAME SCHOOL CLASSIFICATION NAME SCHOOL CLASSIFICATIONLombardi, Berardino Oberon HS LEADMacKenzie, Samantha Oberon HS ES2-3Mahony, Claire Maree Warrnambool College ES1-1Mammone, Pasquale Hawkesdale P–12 College CLASSMatthews, Sarah Ann Nelson Park School ES1-1McCann, Alexandra Penelope Heywood Consolidated School CLASSMcCauley, Kim Lorne-Aireys Inlet P–12 College ES1-1McCluskey, Jesse Leopold PS GRDMcDonald, Scott Craig Oberon HS LEADMcInerney, Luke Frederick Warrnambool East PS CLASSMcInnes, Alan Lara SC CLASSMillard, John William Warrnambool East PS CLASSMintram, Tresa Kim Torquay P-9 College ES1-1Morton, Lynne D Torquay P-9 College CLASSMunro, Cassie Elizabeth Portland SDS ACPTMyers, Stuart Gordon Matthew Flinders Girls’ SC CLASSO’Connor, Kathryn Anne Hawkesdale P–12 College CLASSO’Keefe, Geraldine Ann Mortlake P–12 College GRDOlston, Andrea Simone Lara PS GRDOwen, Caitlin Lauren Nelson Park School ES2-3Owens, Leigh James Torquay P-9 College ES1-1Perin-Symons, Visnja North Geelong SC LEADPicklum, Rebecca Montpellier PS GRDPrewett, Sonia A Warrnambool College ES1-2Priestley, Frank Portland SDS ACPTPye, Jessica Lee Oberon HS LEADRawson, Pamela Joy Leopold PS CLASSReinheimer, Wendy Maree Merrivale PS CLASSRenkin, Peter Leopold PS GRDRoberts, Kelly Jane Lara Lake PS GRDRobertson, Duncan heywood And District SC CLASSRobertson, Duncan heywood And District SC CLASSRogers, Nathanael Portland SDS SSO2-3Ross, Bradley Torquay P-9 College CLASSRussell, Bernadette Lorne-Aireys Inlet P–12 College ES1-2Santilli, Ande Jarrah Manifold Heights PS GRDSantilli, Ande Jarrah Manifold Heights PS GRDSchultz, Jillian Oberon HS LEADScott, Ian Samuel Lorne-Aireys Inlet P–12 College ES1-1Scott, Jeffrey Albert Leopold PS GRDSharp, Jillianne Mary Matthew Flinders Girls’ SC LEADShorthouse, Kelly Marie Mortlake P–12 College GRDSpanos, Timothy Torquay P-9 College CLASSStoneham, Karren Lorne-Aireys Inlet P–12 College CLASSStubna, Telsa Oberon HS CLASSThompson, Emma Olivia Warrnambool College CLASSToone, Joanne Matthew Flinders Girls’ SC CLASSToulmin, Erin Louise Warrnambool College ACPTTran Ngoc, Anh Thy North Geelong SC ES1-2Vinton, Seven Oberon HS LEADVize, Carlee Elizabeth Hawkesdale P–12 College GRDVize, Carlee Elizabeth Heywood Consolidated School CLASSWalsh, Laura Ann Newcomb Park PS GRDWard, John David Warrnambool College ES1-2Welsh, Narelle Margaret Panmure PS GRDWhite, Craig Edward Oberon HS LEADWood-Burgess, Bronwyn M Oberon HS LEADXerri, Susan Lesley Merrivale PS ES1-1Eastern MetropolitanAbersteiner, Chad Cameron Upwey HS CLASSAlexander, Ross James Warrandyte HS CLASSAnderson, Rebecca Kylie Lilydale PS GRDAnthony, Catherine Millwarra PS ES1-1Arnold, Tim Mont Albert PS GRDAsh, Katharine Upper Ferntree Gully PS CLASSBailey, Lynette Ann Millwarra PS GRDBaizanos, Clare Margaret Syndal South PS CLASSBaker, Lynne Maree Old Orchard PS LEADBancell, Glenda Irene Knox Park PS CLASSBarnetby, Louise Ann Mount View PS CLASSBates, Lindsey Martha Serpell PS GRDBates, Paulina Catharina Tecoma PS ACPTBean, Fiona Elizabeth Laburnum PS GRDBeers, Melanie Jane Scoresby PS CLASSBeever, Stuart Peter Mullum PS GRDBellis, Natalie Rangeview PS GRDBenne, Justin Vincent Menzies Creek PS GRDBishop, Samuel Alexander Kew East PS GRDBlamey, Lynda Elizabeth Wantirna College LEADBoal, Caroline Templestowe Valley PS CLASSBrabham, Kim Milgate PS CLASSBranagan-Strike, Deborah A Old Orchard PS CLASSBray, Amanda Mount View PS ES1-1Bristowe, Karin Lysterfield PS CLASSBrown, Sarah Louise Milgate PS CLASSBrownrigg, Kaye Denise Wantirna Heights School CLASSBurden, Nicholas John Serpell PS GRDBush, Elaine Ann Wellington SC CLASSBuxton, Carmel Maree Rolling Hills PS ES2-3Campbell, Lyn Waverley Meadows PS LEADCant, Tegan Old Orchard PS ES1-1Cantwell, Benjamin Koonung SC CLASSCapon, Jane Upper Ferntree Gully PS CLASSCarey, Rosemary Ruth Vermont South Special School CLASSCarlson, Judith Anne Mount View PS CLASSCarter, Rebecca A Templestowe College LEADChalmers, Emmalene Claire Roberts Mccubbin PS GRDCheesewright, Jennifer Maree Old Orchard PSCLASSChivell, Stephanie Warrandyte PS CLASSClark, Beata Rowville SC CLASSClements, Sarah Katherine Mount View PS GRDCole, Dianne Elizabeth Marlborough PS ES1-1Corr, Katherine Regency Park PS GRDCory, Anita-Louise Wesburn PS GRDCosgrove-Kim, Young Wheelers Hill SC ES1-1Costello, Emily Jayne Weeden Heights PS CLASSCritchell, Heidi Elise Macclesfield PS CLASSCunningham, Nicola Wantirna College GRDCuthbert, Paul James Kew HS CLASSDarbyshire, Phillip Tecoma PS GRDDavenport, Cheryl Anne Knox Park PS CLASSDavis, Janene Faye Norwood SC ES1-1Dawborn, Nicola Sandra norwood SC CLASSDeans, Jessica Elizabeth Park Ridge PS CLASSDemitris, Elissia Natalie Lilydale HS CLASSDewar, Amy Elizabeth Mount View PS CLASSDewhurst, Paul William Upper Yarra SC CLASSDi Cocco, Terrence Peter Upper Yarra SC CLASSDiaz, Troy David Wellington SC CLASSDickson, Jane Millwarra PS ES1-1Dobney, Paul Pinewood PS CLASSDonders, Karen Margaret Macclesfield PS ES1-1Douglass, Teresa Anne Surrey Hills PS CLASSDour, Evan South Oakleigh SC ES2-3Dowell, Julie Anne Macclesfield PS ES1-1Duke, Julia Rowville SC GRDDunkley, Pota Rhiana Vermont SC CLASSEgan, Suzan Kew East PS ES1-1Eimermacher, Ashley Mountain Gate PS GRDLeadership Opportunities in Victorian Government SchoolsInformation aboutexciting school leadershipopportunities is posted onwww.education.vic.gov/schooljobs and will beavailable from the datesindicated.SHINEpublication dateMonday 1 FebruaryMonday 1 MarchMonday 12 AprilMonday 10 MayMonday 7 JuneMonday 12 JulyMonday 9 AugustMonday 6 SeptemberMonday 4 OctoberMonday 1 NovemberMonday 29 NovemberOnline JobPosting dateFriday 5 FebruaryFriday 5 MarchFriday 16 AprilFriday 14 MayFriday 11 JuneFriday 16 JulyFriday 13 AugustFriday 10 SeptemberFriday 8 OctoberFriday 5 NovemberFriday 3 Decemberw w w . e d u c a t i o n . v i c . g o v . a u / s c h o o l j o b s70 Shine Feb 2010

APPoiNTMeNTSNAME SCHOOL CLASSIFICATIONElisabeth, Sharmini Vermont South Special School ES2-4Ellis, Grant Clinton Lilydale PS GRDEsnouf, Glenn David Mooroolbark College CLASSEvans, Alison Surrey Hills PS GRDEvans, Rebecca Andrea Kew East PS ACPTEvans, Sarah Elizabeth Rowville SC CLASSFallon, Cheryl The Patch PS ES1-1Fasnacht, Elise Warranwood PS CLASSFeddersen, Natalie Anne Mullauna SC CLASSFerris, Renee Kew East PS GRDFilippou, Nicole Lilydale HS CLASSFlanagan, Julian Templestowe Park PS CLASSFotheringham, Helen Annette Kew East PSPR2-3Fraser, Travis Paul Vermont PS GRDFrench, Stephen Bryson Templestowe College CLASSGalluzzo, Amanda Louise Rowville SC CLASSGangell, Natasha Mount Waverley PS CLASSGardiner, Robyn Leanne Rangeview PS ES1-2Gauci, Anita Dawn Upwey HS CLASSGerber, Sebastian Macclesfield PS ES1-1Gerson, Emily Kate Lilydale Heights College CLASSGhensi, Bronwyn Leah Kew HS CLASSGoodey, Andrea Louise Macclesfield PS LEADGooding, Karlie Leane Milgate PS CLASSGoossens, Joanne Warburton PS ES1-1Greenhill, Sandra K Koonung SC LEADGreenway, Alan James Wantirna PS GRDGroenmeyer, Jody Wellington SC ES1-1Grufas, Udo Wellington SC CLASSGurney, Tanya Louise Mt. Waverley North PS LEADGuzzardi, Robyn Ann Macclesfield PS ES1-1Haddock, Alison Nicole Upper Yarra SC CLASSHadlow, Barbara Koonung SC LEADHall, Carolyn Ann Wantirna Heights School CLASSHammond, Merle Jean Warrandyte PS CLASSHammond, Pamela Margaret Mount Waverley PS CLASSHancock, Melanie Millwarra PS GRDHankin, Paula Denise Regency Park PS ES1-1Harding, Meredith Jane Mullauna SC CLASSHargrave, Rosemary Margaret Wantirna CollegeLEADHarris, Leisel Lilydale HS CLASSHarris, Zoe Launching Place PS GRDHarvey-Beavis, Claire Milgate PS CLASSHarvey, Karen M Upper Yarra SC LEADHawkins, Suzanne Surrey Hills PS CLASSHayden, Linda Christine Pinewood PS CLASSHerat, Michelle Sylvia Oakleigh PS ES1-1Heriot, Kelli Lilydale Heights College ES1-1Hewlett, Kim Wheelers Hill SC LEADHibbins, Andrew Knox Park PS CLASSHodge, Jason Warrandyte PS GRDHole, Benjamin Alexander Rowville SC CLASSHunt, Barry James Upper Yarra SC CLASSHutcheson, Jessie Kate The Patch PS GRDHuysing, Bernadette Anne Rowville SC CLASSHynes, Tracy Maree Woori Yallock PS GRDInglese, Julia Maria Rolling Hills PS GRDInnes, David Stuart Mooroolbark College CLASSIrvine, Craig Thomas John Mullum PS GRDJackman, Susan Wantirna College LEADJackson, Kate Veronica Mount Waverley PS CLASSJackson, Sandra Jane Wheelers Hill SC ES1-1James, Georgina Mount View PS CLASSJames, Helen Elizabeth Wheelers Hill SC GRDJamieson, Kerrie Ann Upper Yarra SC CLASSJennings, Bethany Claire Surrey Hills PS GRDJohnson, Sarah Anne Upper Yarra SC ES1-2Johnston, Tamsin Claire Rowville SC CLASSJones, Kerry The Patch PS EXRTJudkins, Simon Bruce Colin Rowville PS GRDKacew, Sarra Elaine Weeden Heights PS GRDKeast, Claudia Rolling Hills PS CLASSKeen, Toby Milgate PS CLASSKennedy, Rebecca Upper Yarra SC CLASSKnight, Victoria Alice Laburnum PS GRDKocovski, Pamela Isabel Rowville PS EXRTKollmorgen, Kathryn Lynda Kew East PS ES1-1NAME SCHOOL CLASSIFICATION NAME SCHOOL CLASSIFICATIONKyriacou, Emma Louise Mount Waverley PS CLASSLade, Geoffrey Neill Lilydale HS CLASSLangley, Allan Lilydale HS CLASSLarkins, Joshua James Pembroke SC GRDLawlor, Justin Rolling Hills PS ES1-1Leach, Kelly Elizabeth Mt. Waverley North PS CLASSLeask, Richard Charles Koonung SC GRDLee, Brianna Eloise Mount View PS GRDLilburn, Julie Maria Lilydale Heights College ES1-1Little, Amy Louise Tecoma PS GRDLongman, Deborah Ruth Laburnum PS CLASSLongstaff, Brian R Lilydale HS CLASSLoonstra, Mary Lutina Lilydale HS GRDLynch, Karen Michelle Kew HS LEADMaguire, Michelle Frances Upper Yarra SC CLASSMaher, David John Lilydale HS CLASSMander, David James Milgate PS CLASSMarcon, Nerissa Mary Warrandyte HS CLASSMarsh, Darren Alan Koonung SC CLASSMarshall, Michele Marlborough PS ES1-1Mastorakis, Despina Syndal South PS GRDMay, Sandra Tsai-Hsiu Livingstone PS CLASSMcDermott, Laura Evelyn Mount View PS CLASSMcDonald, Courtney May The Patch PS ES1-1McDougall, Erica Surrey Hills PS CLASSMcIntyre, Callan Koonung SC GRDMcivor, Jessica Louise Lilydale Heights College CLASSMcKinlay, Janene Ann Milgate PS LEADMcMahon, Emma Elizabeth Solway PS CLASSMcMenamin, Alison Warranwood PS CLASSMcMurray, Melissa Jade Upper Yarra SC GRDMcTernan, Amanda Lee Templestowe College LEADMeng Xia Upper Yarra SC CLASSMiddleton, Sandra Nicole Wantirna College GRDMillar, Melissa Upper Ferntree Gully PS ACPTMishuk, Svetlana Vermont SC CLASSMitchell, Lorraine J Pembroke SC GRDMolan, Laura Jane Upper Yarra SC CLASSMoningka, Hans Lilydale Heights College LEADMorling, Megan Monash SDS CLASSMorris, Tess Marlborough PS ES1-1Morrison, Sandra Millwarra PS ES1-1Mouratidis, Harista Lilydale HS LEADMullins, Amy Solway PS GRDMyers, Joanne Elizabeth Laburnum PS GRDNaidoo, Malthiedevi Wellington SC CLASSNancarrow, Kateya Solway PS CLASSNikcevich, Matthew Oakleigh South PS CLASSO’Gorman, Kari Montrose PS GRDO’Mara, Erin Milgate PS CLASSPapasotiriou, Maria Wellington SC CLASSParkinson, Erena Grace Mitcham PS CLASSParoukas, Helen Oakleigh South PS CLASSPatel, Renee Kate Mitcham PS CLASSPender, Veronica Bonny Templestowe College CLASSPenna, Christina Syndal South PS ES1-2Percy, Martine White Vermont SC ES1-1Peters, Stephen Lilydale HS LEADPhillips, Paula Ann Wantirna South PS GRDPickersgill, Rachel Elise Upwey HS CLASSPilois, Rona Fransbee Francis Wellington SCCLASSPiper, Alison Kay Milgate PS CLASSPiper, Natarsha Laburnum PS SSO1-2Poloai, Jacqueline Kim Wantirna South PS CLASSPoole, Claire Frances Mitcham PS GRDPosselt, Sophie Roberts McCubbin PS ES1-1Postill, Kimberley Sue Warrandyte PS CLASSPrice, Jenna Lee Solway PS GRDPrice, Zoe Elizabeth Lilydale HS GRDProsser Sr., Sandrine Upwey HS LEADPunay, Wendy A. Mt. Waverley North PS CLASSQuick, Daniel Yarra Road PS ES1-1Quinlan, Mark Stephen Koonung SC LEADQuinn, Philippa Kew HS CLASSRadisic, Nebjosa Wellington SC CLASSRaditsis, Nicole Mt. Pleasant Rd. 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APPoiNTMeNTSThe appointments listed below are as a result of vacancies advertised online. All data, including spelling of names and schools, is asprovided by schools through the Recruitment Online system. This information is published for the purpose of general interest only.NAME SCHOOL CLASSIFICATIONBott, Eric William Warragul Regional College LEADBrereton, Deborah Trafalgar HS ES1-2Buckley, Ruth Traralgon (Kosciusko St.) PS ES1-1Burggraaff, Katinka Jane Newborough East PS GRDCameron, Bev Orbost PS ES1-2Campbell, Valerie Ann Sale College LEADCarr, Elizabeth Anne Trafalgar HS ES2-3Chacko, Mathukutty Swifts Creek SC CLASSChilcott, Lyn Sale College LEADClark, Hamish Gelven Yarram SC CLASSColangelo, Oriana Tambo Upper PS GRDCornwell, Richard David Traralgon College GRDCummins, Gail Jeanette Sale College LEADDaymond, Dianne K Sale College ES1-1Del Busso, Christine Traralgon College ES2-3Dibsdale, Lisa Maree neerim District SC LEADDoyle, Kasi Lee Warragul Regional College CLASSDuncan, Dianne Maree Sale College ES1-1Durnin, Valentine James neerim District SC CLASSElliott, Jacqueline Margaret Sale College LEADEmbry, Dane Robert Yallourn North PS GRDFraser, Joel Traralgon South PS PR1-2Friguglietti, Leonarda Traralgon (Liddiard Rd.) PS CLASSGiles, Jessica Margaret Sale PS GRDGill Sr., Cheryl Traralgon (Kosciusko St.) PS ES1-1Glover, Melissa Joy Sale College ES1-1Gurnett, Lorraine Anne South Gippsland SC LEADHale, Judith Carmel Yarram PS CLASSHawking, Shem South Gippsland SC GRDHayes, Emma Kate Stratford PS GRDHenry, Debbie Traralgon (Kosciusko St.) PS ES1-1Horn, Lana Brooke Trafalgar HS ES1-2Jackson, Syd South Gippsland SC CLASSJewell, Kate Elspeth Traralgon (Liddiard Rd.) PS CLASSJohns, Judith Mackenzie Neerim District SC CLASSKarsky, Wendy Traralgon (Kosciusko St.) PS ES1-1Kennedy, Elyssa Dale Swifts Creek SC CLASSKenney, Maria Patricia Sale College ES1-1Laux, Jennifer Sale College LEADLina, Heni Sale College ES1-1Longstaff, Kate Allison Sale College LEADMaiden, Jacqui Anne Tobruk Street PS - Morwell ACPTMalcolm, Suzanne Louise Swifts Creek PS CLASSManning, John San Remo PS GRDMatthews, Jenny Traralgon (Kosciusko St.) PS ES1-1Matthews, Pamalee Traralgon (Liddiard Rd.) PS CLASSMonash, Jocelyn Clare Sale College ES1-1Napthine, Barbara Joan Swifts Creek SC AP1-1Outhred, Ian R Traralgon College CLASSPayne, Danielle E Traralgon (Liddiard Rd.) PS CLASSPiechota, Joanne Traralgon College ES1-1Plant, Barbara A Toorloo Arm PS CLASSPoulton, Scott Andrew Warragul Regional College CLASSPulham, Hayley Rochelle South Gippsland SC CLASSRixon, Kerri Traralgon College ES2-3Roberts, Kathleen Marie Tarwin Lower PS ACPTRonalds, Deborah Elizabeth Traralgon (Liddiard Rd) PS GRDRoussac-Hoyne, Anne South Gippsland SC CLASSSandy, Sharon Valerie Traralgon (Liddiard Rd.) PS ES2-4Schrape, Vida Louise Sale College ES1-1Shingles, Jacob Sale PS GRDSims, Kathryn Traralgon College CLASSSohail, Manzar Traralgon College ES1-2Staple, Yvette Marie Sale College LEADStemberger, Frank Sale College LEADStephens, Dianne Traralgon (Liddiard Rd.) PS CLASSSutton, Jennifer Ann Orbost North PS CLASSTaylor, Benjamin Robert Yarram PS CLASSTrickett, Sally Anne Yarram SC CLASSTubnor, Linda Gai South Gippsland SC CLASSVesty, Jennifer Helen South Gippsland SC CLASSWilson, Chris Warragul Regional College CLASSGrampiansAndrews, Ricky Scott Miners Rest PS ACPTArchbold, Tanya Mount Clear College ES1-1Argall, Shannon Lachlan Murtoa College CLASSArmstrong, Peter John Horsham College CLASSArnfield, Elizabeth Stawell PS ES1-1Bellman, Deborah Jean Yuille Park P-8 Community College ES1-1Bendall, Craig Arthur Kaniva P–12 College AP1-1Bennett, Kaye Pleasant Street PS AP1-1Bourke, Gary J Murtoa College CLASSBriody, Paul Anthony Mount Clear College CLASSCarr, Geoffrey George Mount Clear College CLASSClark, David Edward Mount Clear College CLASSClarke, Lee Sebastopol College ES1-2Cook, Heather Christine Mount Clear College CLASSCook, Trudi Rainbow SC SCHDell, Ian Kenelm Charles Mount Clear College CLASSEdwards, Katherine Elizabeth Haddon PSGRDElbourne, ErrolYuille Park P-8 Community College CLASSEngert, Adam Horsham 298 PS GRDGriffin, Lorelle Nadine Mount Blowhard PS GRDHarris, Jacqueline Lee Mount Pleasant PS GRDHarris, Trudy Urquhart Park PS ES1-1Hill, Andrew Urquhart Park PS ES1-1Hill, Anne Myrniong PS ES1-1Hogan, Treena Faye Horsham College ES1-1Jackson, Susan Urquhart Park PS ES1-1Kalluri, Srilakshmi Lake Bolac College ES1-2Kambouris, Sarah Elizabeth Kaniva P–12 College CLASSKane, Andrew Maxwell Horsham College CLASSKeller, Robin Kenneth Skene Street School ES1-1Knights, Mathew Jason Mount Clear College CLASSKoenig, Joshua Thomas Horsham Special School ES1-1Layton, Drew Sebastopol College CLASSNAME SCHOOL CLASSIFICATION NAME SCHOOL CLASSIFICATIONLean, Gary Maxwell Horsham Special School CLASSLoveband, Robert James Mount Clear College CLASSMacklin, Monique St Arnaud PS ES1-1Margetts, Pauline Else Horsham Special School ES1-1McLeod, Steven John Mount Clear College ES1-1McSwain, Carol Ann St Arnaud SC ES1-2Miller, Kristie Jean Willaura PS GRDPama, Leanne Myrniong PS ES1-1Parker, David Wayne Mount Clear College CLASSPeldys, Phillip Wayne Mount Clear College ES1-1Petrie, Sharon Ann Urquhart Park PS ES1-1Phillips, Lucinda Jayne Warracknabeal SDS CLASSQuayle, Andrea Louise Sebastopol College ES1-2Roberts, Ashlea Kate St Arnaud SC SCHRussell, Rebekah Miners Rest PS GRDSalmon, Kenneth Leslie Skene Street School ES1-1Simpson, Renae Lee Myrniong PS GRDSpiel, Frank Horsham College PR3-6Steele, Dianne Beryl Skene Street School ES1-1Stewart, Elizabeth Gaye Mount Clear College CLASSStow, Cameron hopetoun SC LEADSwan, Ryan Christopher Mount Clear College GRDThomas, Michelle Anne Mount Clear College ES1-1Torney, Rebecca St Arnaud PS ES1-1Wallace, Laura Maree Windermere PS GRDWatts, Michelle St Arnaud PS ES1-1Wei, Hongxia Mount Clear College ES2-3Whitehead, Peter Anthony Skene Street School ES1-1Willey, Tegan Urquhart Park PS GRDWilliams, Roy Lewis Edward Skene Street School ES1-1Woods, Geoff Mount Clear College CLASSHumeAlmoosawi, Ibrahem Wilmot Road PS Shepparton ES1-1Anset, Patrice Maree Toolamba PS ACPTBarker, Nicole Shepparton HS CLASSBell, Bronwyn Elizabeth Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSBell, Catherine Wanganui Park SC CLASSBell, Megan Haley Wallan PS CLASSBillington, Lydia Wahgunyah PS GRDBirnie, Caroline Jayne Tallangatta SC CLASSBowey, Karen Joy Wangaratta HS CLASSBoyer, Michelle Maree Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSBoyer, Robert Toolamba PS ACPTBridgeman, Rebecca Yarrawonga PS CLASSButler, Jane Kathleen Wallan PS CLASSButler, Julie M Tallangatta Valley PS PR1-1Cachia, Emma Wandong PS CLASSCameron, Anna Patricia Wodonga Middle Years College GRDCarter, Donna Maree Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSCassidy, Julie Verney Road School ES1-1Chalmers, Alison Claire Seymour PS CLASSChilman, Meredith St Georges Road PS Shepparton CLASSChisholm, Celia Wodonga South PS CLASSCoats, Catherine Anne Wangaratta West PS ACPTCox, Nadine Ann Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSCreek, Tara Jade Wallan SC CLASSCrowther, Carolyn Upper Plenty PS EXRTCrozier, Sarah Shepparton HS LEADDarby, Brook Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSDavenport, Janene Wangaratta West PS ES1-1Davies Iii, Nicky Louise Wangaratta PS ES1-1Davis, Ian William Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSDavis, Lauren M Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSDeegan, David John Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSDonaldson, Sally Anne Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSDrinnan, Charlotte Lucy C Wanganui Park SC CLASSDuncan, Louise Elizabeth Shepparton HS LEADDyminski, Donna St Georges Road PS Shepparton GRDEckhardt, Clint K Wodonga South PS AP1-2Edwards, Cheryl Joy Yea PS ES1-1Edwards, Therese Shepparton HS LEADEllison, Teresa Ellen Tallangatta PS ACPTEmmett, Sharon Maree Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSFillmore, Louise Anne Yea PS ACPTFleming, Amie Louise Shepparton East PS CLASSFlick, Kaccey Wodonga West PS CLASSFordyce, Denise Lesley Verney Road School CLASSForsyth, Fiona Emily Shepparton HS CLASSFouracre, Steven L Wodonga Middle Years College LEADFurst, John Gerard Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSGasparroni, Jessica Strathmerton PS GRDGlen, Cara-Lea Simone Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSGodson, Andrew Robert Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSGontier, Yvonne Rae Verney Road School ES1-1Goodwin, David Patrick Tallangatta SC CLASSGowans, Julie Diane Wangaratta District Special School CLASSHansen, Tegan Dana Seymour Technical HS SCHHarvison, Christopher Donald Wangaratta District Special School CLASSHealy, Damien John Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSJagoe, Renee Alison Verney Road School CLASSJanissen, David John Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSJasper, Faye Ann Shepparton HS LEADJezewski, Samantha Daniell St. Georges Road PS Shepparton GRDKennedy, Erin Alana Verney Road School CLASSKeogh, Michael John St Georges Road PS Shepparton CLASSKing, Andrew David St. Georges Road PS Shepparton GRDKirkman, Leesa Tatura PS CLASSKlein, Peter Heinz Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSKnight, Susan Elizabeth Yarrawonga PS CLASSLade, Elizabeth Agnes Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSLancaster, Janet Linda Shepparton HS LEADLardner, Juanita Sheree Toolamba PS ES1-1Larkin, Dianne Wodonga Senior Sec. College LEADLees, Helen Margaret Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSLikos, Christina Wandong PS GRDMaher, Lynne Undera PS ES2-4Mason, Earle Alexander Yackandandah PS CLASSMasters, Glenis Yea PS ES1-1McCallum, Margot Wodonga Senior SC CLASSMcIntyre, Elizabeth Mary Wilmot Road Ps Shepparton CLASSMcIntyre, Prudence Louise Wodonga South PS GRDMcPherson, Jocelyn Dorothy Seymour Special SchoolCLASSNewton, Anna Lyn Peggy Wodonga South PS GRDNicol, Gilda L Wodonga West PS AP1-1North, Christopher Ramsay Wodonga Senior SC LEADNovak, LeanneWangaratta District Special School CLASSNyman, Melissa Joy Wangaratta West PS ES1-1Orton, Tegan Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSOsborne, Travis Wodonga Middle Years College LEADPark, Lynette B Verney Road School CLASSPaton, Anna Louise Wodonga Middle Years College LEADPettigrew, Pauline A Shepparton HS CLASSPower, Nicholas Louis Seymour Special School CLASSPritchard, Giles Caradoc St. Georges Road PS Shepparton GRDPritchard, Roderic Brett Wodonga Senior SC LEADRadomski, Hollie Alexandra Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSReeb, Ursula Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSReid, Cameron Shepparton HS LEADRenfrey, Peter Donald Seymour Special School ES1-1Robinson, Ashley Graham Shepparton HS AP1-2Sahyoune, Rebecca Anne Verney Road School GRDScott, Jeanette Wodonga Senior SC CLASSSerra, Maria G Toolamba PS ACPTSharp, Joanne Margaret Verney Road School CLASSShepherd, Stacey Anne-Louise Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSShields, Heather Joy St Georges Road PS Shepparton CLASSSimsen, Susanne Wangaratta West PS ES1-1Smith, Amanda Wangaratta HS AP2-3Smith, Breannan Nicole Wallan PS CLASSSmith, Claire Olivia Yarrawonga PS CLASSSmith, Fiona Patricia Louise Tatura PS GRDSmith, Merryn Leanne Wandong PS CLASSSmith, Trent Yarrawonga SC CLASSSolimo, Tracey Yarrawonga PS CLASSSpencer, Pamela Whitfield PS SSO1-2Stevens, Reginald Spacey Seymour Special School CLASSSynnot, Mark Antony Wangaratta HS CLASST, Andri Shepparton HS CLASSTeefey, Megan Wodonga South PS CLASSTempany, Louise Amanda Wahgunyah PS CLASSThompson, Liz Helen Tallangatta SC CLASSThomson, Naomi Tatura PS CLASSUkosich, Tracey Leanne Yea PS GRDVentura, Johanna Seymour Special School ES1-1Verdon, Mary Angela Wangaratta West PS ES1-1Wakefield, Luke Wodonga Middle Years College LEADWalder, Kate Elise Wangaratta HS GRDWeekes, Merryn Wodonga Middle Years College GRDWhitney, Alison Seymour PS CLASSWiddup, Lucy Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSWilson, Stephen Joseph Yackandandah PS GRDWilton, Catherine Margaret Shepparton HS CLASSWoodall, Suzanne Joy St. Georges Road PS Shepparton CLASSYaneff, Cathrine Ann Wandong PS GRDYork, Caryle Lee Wodonga South PS LEADZiegelbauer, Josef Walter Wodonga Middle Years College CLASSLoddon MalleeAlevras, Sue Mildura Specialist School ES1-1Andrews, Julie Anne Murrayville Community College CLASSArnold, Fiona Helen Nichols Point PS LEADArundel, Emmaleen Susan Nichols Point PS CLASSAttwell, Christine Louise Mildura West PS CLASSBasaraba, Deonne Mildura Specialist School CLASSBath, John Ellerington Wycheproof P–12 College CLASSBaulch, Geoffrey I Payika Community College LEADBeer, Kristy Lee Spring Gully PS CLASSBlack, Amanda Red Cliffs SC CLASSBlake, Inta Swan Hill College AP2-3Blanks, Marcellinus B.C. Loddon Mallee Region LEADBourke, Anne Marie Maryborough Education Centre CLASSBowditch, Polly Richenda Mildura PS GRDBowen, Hayley Jayde Quarry Hill PS GRDBranson, Darrel L Loddon Mallee Region LEADButterworth, Laura May Claire Swan Hill CollegeLEADCairns, Janet Lesley Ranfurly PS ES1-1Cardew, Tobias John Nichols Point PS CLASSCetinich, Julianne Patricia Mildura Specialist School ES1-1Cockfield, Robyn Mildura West PS LEADCook, Kirsten Jade Romsey PS GRDCoulsell, Gail Robyn new Gisborne PS GRDCraig, Nicole Emily Mildura Senior College CLASSCresswell, Sharon Lee Rushworth P–12 College AP1-1Davies, Dianne June Loddon Mallee Region LEADDempster, Terrie Weeroona College Bendigo GRDDesormeaux, Amelia Anne Riddells Creek PS AP1-1Dowling, Kathryn Anne Mildura PS CLASSEames, Helen Margaret Merbein PS ES1-2Eaton, Christopher Alan Woorineen District PS GRDEbbels, Duane John Merbein SC CLASSEtchell, Fiona Renee Maryborough Education Centre CLASSFoott, Madeleine Elizabeth Swan Hill PS CLASSForrester, Graeme Maryborough Education Centre LEADFreeman, Dinah White Hills PS GRDGadsden, Lucinda Jayne Mildura Senior College CLASSGaskin, Sarah Mildura West PS CLASSGibson, Pauline Dawn Mildura Specialist School ES1-1Gillham, Annette T Maryborough Education Centre CLASSGloster, Helen Dorothy Underbool PS CLASSGoldsmith, Julie Ann Mildura Specialist School ES1-1Goodes, Ian Jeffery Swan Hill College CLASSGrant, Kathryn Ann Manangatang P–12 College ES1-1Grant, Max George Mildura Senior College ES1-272 Shine Feb 2010

APPoiNTMeNTSThe appointments listed below are as a result of vacancies advertised online. All data, including spelling of names and schools, is asprovided by schools through the Recruitment Online system. This information is published for the purpose of general interest only.NAME SCHOOL CLASSIFICATIONSarbach, Elizabeth Sunbury Heights PS ES1-1Schmidt, Catherine Northern School for Autism CLASSSchubert, Katja Simone Victorian School Of Languages CLASSScott, Michelle Marie Plenty Parklands PS CLASSSergi, Bianca Angelina Roxburgh Rise PS CLASSSidhu Sr., Gurparvin Kaur Roxburgh College CLASSSilverii, Anna Thomastown Meadows PS ES1-1Simirenko, Nicole Alexa Westgarth PS CLASSSimpson, David Andrew St Helena SC GRDSimpson, Lauren Sunbury College CLASSSirianni, Andrew Watsonia North PS CLASSSlade, James Cameron Roxburgh College CLASSSmith, Robyn Patricia Roxburgh College ES1-1Smith, Russell Roxburgh Park Primar School CLASSSmyth, Maria Vera Montmorency South PS ES1-1Spiegl, Adam The Lakes South Morang P-9 CLASSStafford, Paul Michael Roxburgh Rise PS CLASSStamatelatos, Constantinos Mount Ridley P–12 College AP1-1Stayner, Elizabeth Gail Roxburgh College LEADStefanidis, Maria Westmeadows PS 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Peter Staughton College ES1-1Warhurst, Andre Staughton College LEADWas, Jan Lynette Mossfiel PS ES1-1Watts, Natalie Ann The Grange P–12 College CLASSWebb, Megan Jane Melton West PS GRDWelshe, Andrew David Victorian College For The Deaf CLASSWembridge, Jo-Anne Maree Werribee PS CLASSWerstuk, Alison Williamstown HS CLASSWhite, Emily Hill Sunshine SDS CLASSWhitecross, Kylie Lee Point Cook PS CLASSWidders, Meagan Louise Mossfiel PS ES1-1Williams, Emma May The Grange P–12 College CLASSWilliams, Jared Raymond Strathmore SC LEADWilliams, Joseph Staughton College ES1-1Wilson, Susanne Mary Point Cook Senior SC CLASSWintels, Lucas Westgrove PS CLASSWorrell, Mark James Melton Specialist School CLASSWunhym, Narelle Leeanne Parkwood Green PS CLASSYemm, Belinda Seabrook PS CLASSZammit, Brenda Parkwood Green PS CLASSZammit, Chantelle Parkwood Green PS CLASSShine Feb 2010 75

clASSiFieDSRetirementslaUGhlIn, KYraAfter an outstanding career in education it is withtremendous appreciation we celebrate Kyra’sachievements and dedication as she begins thenext chapter of her life. We cordially invite allthose who have been involved with thisremarkable teacher and friend. Kyra’s retirementfunction will take place at The “Kerang hotel’,kerang on Friday February 12th 2010. 6pm to8pm. drinks at bar prices. A Cost of $20 is askedto include fi nger food and gift. r.S.V.P. by Feb 8thjenner.shirley.m@edumail.vic.gov.auor jenny 54572207rEtIrInG soon?Volunteers for Isolated Students’ educationrecruits retired teachers to assist families withtheir distance education Program. Travel andaccommodation provided in return for sixweeks teaching. register at vise.org.auor George Murdoch 03 9017 5439Ken Weeks 03 9876 2680WEnDY harDInGA retirement function to celebrate the teachingcareer of Wendy harding will be held atCheltenham Secondary College, at 4.00pm onFriday 12th February. For more informationplease phone the College on 9555 5955. rSVP tothis number by 8th February 2010.ReunionsEnGraVED GlassEshave your reunion or commemorative messagepermanently laser engraved on glassware.Contact Ian newman, telephone/fax 9645 8699,or Po Box 5164, Middle Park Vic 3206.GrahamValE prImarY sChoolMay 1st, 2011 Grahamvale Primary School nearShepparton will celebrate its centenary. Tocoincide with this we are seeking memoires frompast staff and students for a book. Please includethe years of your involvement. entries, no matterhow long or short the piece of writing, will beaccepted until the end of April, 2010. The mentionof other friends or events and occurrenceswould be entertaining. Please e mailgrahamvale.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au or mail toGrahamvale P.S., 85 Grahamvale rd, Grahamvale,3631smEaton prImarY sChoolSmeaton Primary School will hold its 150thAnniversary on Saturday March 27th. starting at1pm with the offi cial opening at 1.30pm. 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CLASSIFieDSProfessional developmentCLEAR: Spoken andCommunication SkillsDevelopmentThis course provides expertinstruction and practical tools toidentify and correct spoken Englishdifficulties for teachers, educatorsand allied staff that speak Englishas an additional language.Commencing: 16 February(Tuesday evenings for 8 weeks)Duration: 5.30 – 8pmVenue: Clayton CampusContact: 9905 2700www.education.monash.edu/shortcoursesCRICOS Provider: Monash University 00008CSupporting Childrenwith Additional Needsin Early ChildhoodProgramsDesigned for qualified andunqualified staff, and membersof the community associated withearly childhood education and care.Date: 23 FebruaryDuration: 8.30am – 4.30pmVenue: Peninsula CampusContact: 9905 2700www.education.monash.edu/shortcoursesCRICOS Provider: Monash University 00008CProfessional Certificate ofAdolescent CounsellingThis course aims to provideparticipants with the appropriateknowledge, skills and attitudesrequired to support, guide andunderstand young people and theissues that confront them.Commencing: 15 April(Thursday evenings..for 10 weeks)Duration: 5.30 – 8.30 pmVenue: Clayton CampusContact: 9905 270012 points credit at postgraduate levelwww.education.monash.edu/shortcoursesCRICOS Provider: Monash University 00008CUnderstanding andManaging ChallengingBehaviourDesigned to help understand theunderlying issues and provide amodel and specific, related strategiesfor dealing with students exhibitingchallenging behaviours.Dates: March 11, 18, 25,April 15, 22, 29(one evening per week over six weeks)Duration: 5.30pm – 8.00pmVenue: Clayton CampusContact: 9905 2700www.education.monash.edu/shortcoursesCRICOS Provider: Monash University 00008CSee our advert inthe PD section orbook online atwww.edpd.com.auInstruction coursesTHRASS phonics courses provideteachers with a simple and sustainablemethodology for teaching English rightfrom day one of a child’s learning.THRASS is Australia’s most attendedphonics PD.Please see our ad on page 21 for detailsof upcoming courses.TravelFRANCE - South West17C.2B/R apart. in elegant Figeac or cottage inhilltop Lauzerte. Low cost, brochure, teacherowner 03 9877 7513.www.flickr.com/photos/clermont-figeac/www.flickr.com/photos/les-chouettes/LANGUEDOC, SOUTHERN FRANCECharming village house in the midst of vineyardsnear Montpellier and Beziers. Sleeps 2-4.Breathtaking views. Close to the Mediterraneanand to historical sites, picturesque towns andvillages varied landscapes. Seasonal rates.Phone (03) 9882 5058.parISStay right in central Paris in a beautiful one bedroom,fully contained apartment. Five minutes walk to thenearest metro & then on to all the Paris tourist sites:Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Champs Elyses. Sunny, invitingapartment. Bedroom, lounge, separate kitchen &bathroom. English speaking owners. Live with thelocals, talk with the locals & experience thetraditional Parisian lifestyle. www.rentaparisflat.comWantedWANTED–PHOTOCOPIERSPhotocopiers all brands and many models.Working, faulty, obsolete or surplus. Alsotelephone systems, IT/computer items. ContactDavid on 0402 469 111, and fax 9388 9810.Email bbs_copy@westnet.com.au Call all hoursand collection arranged.78 Shine Feb 2010

Curtain CallAttention teachers! Nothing brings words tolife for students like seeing them performedon stage. Feast your eyes on this month’seducational stage productions and incursions.melbourne theatreCompany presents:Bookings: 1300 723 038the Drowsy ChaperoneUntil Saturday 20 FebruaryPlayhouse Theatre, Southbankaustralian shakespeareCompany presents:Bookings: 1300 122 344 orwww.shakespeareaustralia.com.aua midsummer night’s DreamUntil Saturday 13 MarchRoyal Botanic Gardens, MelbourneIncursionsNo time for lengthy theatreexcursions? Bring the show toyour students with professional,in-school productions.a midsummer night’sDream workshopIncursions through 2010romeo and Juliet workshopIncursions through 2010richard III workshopIncursions through 2010much ado aboutnothing workshopIncursions through 2010arts2Go, regional artsVictoria presents:Bookings: 9644 1800 orwww.rav.net.au/arts2goImpro Melbourne – Theatresportsperformances and WorkshopsTouring Friday 22 toTuesday 26 February,and incursions through 2010Brainstorm productionspresents:Bookings: 1800 676 224 orwww.brainstormproductions.com.authe magic WordsUntil Friday 25 JuneBuddiesIncursions through 2010the hurting GameIncursions through 2010Verbal CombatUntil Friday 17 SeptemberComplete Works theatreCompany presents:Bookings: 9417 6166romeo and JulietIncursions through 2009CoMPILed By rACheL SKInnershows 4 Kids presents:Bookings: 1300 855 919or info@shows4kids.com.aututti Fruity healthy Eatingand Exercise showIncursions through 2010australian shakespeareCompany presents:Bookings: 1300 122 344 orwww.shakespeareaustralia.com.austagecraft with real tVIncursions through 2010Dance Workshops with akaDanceIncursions through 2010Circus Solarus –street theatre EssentialsIncursions through 2010Coco’s lunch - Vocal WorkshopsIncursions through 2010macbethIncursions through 2009The Word Superb –Poetry for Years 7-8Incursions through 2009QUIZ ANSWERS 1. Tiger. 2. Tetanus. 3. The espy (esplanade hotel in St Kilda). 4. 364 5. Sputnik. 6. netherlands. 7. Mining. 8. universal Serial Bus. 9. Mathematics or geometry.10. harpies. 11. The Louvre in Paris. 12. Antarctica. 13. The Caribbean. 14. Bones (more technically the rigid part of bones). 15. Its blowhole. 16. ‘yesterday’ (Guinness World recordssays over 3000). 17. White 18. Swahili/Kiswahili 19. orange (it’s a compound colour and doesn’t have a rhyming word). 20. Gunpowder, papermaking, printing, the compass.Shine Feb 2010 79

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXProfeSSioNAl DeveloPMeNTProfessional DevelopmentBar None Community AwarenessKit for SchoolsBookings: Lynne Kidmanon 0407 312 116 orlkidman@rocketmail.comTeacher TrainingTuesday 16 February, Noble ParkWednesday 17 February,Ringwood EastTuesday 23 February, PrestonWednesday 24 February, FootscrayTuesday 2 March, Swan HillWednesday 3 March, HorshamTuesday 9 March, WarrnamboolWednesday 10 March,TBC Wodonga or SeymourTuesday 16 March,TBC Bairnsdale or WarragulAustralian Centre for HumanRights EducationBookings: Liz Branigan on 9925 3153or liz.branigan@rmit.edu.auVictorian Charter of HumanRights and ResponsibilitiesIntroductory CourseFriday 26 February, MelbourneHistory Teachers’ Associationof VictoriaBookings: www.htav.asn.auTeachers New to Years 7to 10 HistoryThursday 4 February, CollingwoodVCE Unit 3: TeachersNew to RevolutionsTuesday 9 February, Keilor EastVCE Unit 3: Teachers Newto Australian HistoryThursday 11 February, KewVCE Unit 3: Teachers Newto Renaissance ItalyThursday 11 February, KewVCE Unit 3 History ConferenceFriday 19 February, MelbourneVCE Unit 1 Twentieth CenturyFriday 26 February, CollingwoodHome Economics VictoriaBookings:www.homeeconomics.com.auVCE Combo DayMonday 15 February, South WharfTextiles ConferenceFriday 26 February, MelbourneSoundhouseBookings: www.soundhouse.com.auSibelius 110Thursday 11 February, FlemingtonDigital StorytellingFriday 12 February, FlemingtonDreamweaver Level 1Monday 15 February, FlemingtonAdobe In-DesignThursday 18 February, FlemingtonInteractive Whiteboards inthe Primary ClassroomFriday 19 February, FlemingtonTaking Your Classroom Online –Wikis, Pods and BlogsMonday 22 February, FlemingtonCreating Powerful VideoDocumentaries in the ClassroomMonday 22 February, FlemingtonAdobe Photoshop Level 1Thursday 25 February, FlemingtonDigital Movie Making forHome and ClassroomFriday 26 February, FlemingtonExploring IT in the Primary SchoolMonday 1 March, FlemingtonAcid Software in theMusic ClassroomThursday 4 March, FlemingtonThe Australian Council for Health,Physical Education and RecreationBookings: www.achper.vic.edu.auVCE Outdoor and EnvironmentalStudies Units 1 and 3Friday 5 February, Box Hill80 Shine Feb 2010

VCE health and human DevelopmentUnits 1 and 3Monday 8 February, ChadstoneWednesday 10 February, BendigoVCE physical EducationUnits 1 and 3Friday 12 February, ParkvilleVCE VEt sport and recreationfor Beginning teachersMonday 15 February, ParkvilleWednesday 17 February, BendigophasE primary Course for Beginning teachersMonday 17 to Friday 19 February, ParkvilleMeet the Examiners – VCE Physical EducationTuesday 23 February, HawthornBings, nings and other things for VCE teachersFriday 26 February, CarltonMeet the Examiners –VCE health and human DevelopmentTuesday 2 March, HawthornVictorian orff schulwerk associationBookings: (03) 9535 7020 orglenys@stockdaleacs.com.auBack to school DaySaturday 27 February, OrmondEmail your pD listings to editor@edumail.vic.gov.auTerm 1, 2010Professional Learning Workshop ProgrammeSkills for Beginning TeachersKaren Stammers & Yvonne WillichMonday 15 February, 9.30am – 3.30pmCreating a Thinking Culture in the ClassroomClinton Golding. Friday 19 February, 9.30am – 3.30pmLeadership Skills for CoordinatorsKaren Stammers & Yvonne WillichMonday 22 February, 9.30am – 3.30pmMaximising Learning in the Middle Yearsof SchoolAndrew Fuller. Monday 1 March, 9.30am – 3.30pmTowards Independent Learning: Scaffolds,Structures and Strategies for the MiddleYears ClassroomDarryn Kruse. Friday 5 March, 9.30am – 3.30pmBuilding the Inquiry Learning ToolkitKath Murdoch. Thursday 11 March, 9.30am – 3.30pmDifficult Conversations in SchoolsRollo Browne. Monday 15 March, 9.30am – 3.30pmBehaviour SyndromesHelen McGrath. Friday 19 March, 9.30am – 3.30pmGetting the Most Out of 2010 for YourStudents in Maths (Prep - Year 6)Rob Vingerhoets. Friday 19 March, 9.30am – 3.30pmManaging Mathematics Classrooms forGraduate Teachers (Prep-Year 6)Michael Ymer. Friday 26 March, 9.30am – 3.30pmA Whole School Approach to BehaviourManagementBill Rogers. Friday 26 March, 9.30am – 3.30pmAll workshops are held at the Australian Institute of Management,181 Fitzroy Street, St KildaFor further information or to book online visit: www.edpd.com.auor t: (03) 9524 6222 or e: seminars@edpd.com.auJ1981We want to hear from you! Email us editor@edumail.vic.gov.auShine Feb 2010 81

TAKe a breAKStaffroom Quiz1Put your general knowledge to thetest with this month’s 20 questions.Happy New Year! 2010 will be the yearof which animal in the Chinese zodiac?2Lockjaw is an old term for which illness,usually caused by infection from a cut orwound?3The SBS music trivia show RocKwiz isusually filmed at what iconic Melbournevenue?4If you received all the gifts as listed inthe song The 12 Days of Christmas, howmany would you have?5What was the name of the first artificialsatellite, sent into space in 1957?6Which country’s ruling monarchy is theHouse of Orange-Nassau?7What was the occupation of the sevendwarfs?8What do the letters USB stand for incomputer terms?9With which of the sciences do youassociate the name of Euclid?10Which creature from Greek mythologyhas a woman’s face and a vulture’sbody?11121314In which gallery is the Mona Lisa ondisplay?What is the driest continent on theplanet?In which sea is the island of Aruba?What parts of our body consist ofosseous tissue?Cartoon by Simon Schneider1516What is the common name for a whale’snostril?Which 1965 ballad was covered by over1000 different performers in the first tenyears after its release?SudokuDifficulty level: medium5 7 92 34 9 68 26 3 117181920What colour is the word ‘Vegemite’ onthe jar label?What is the official African language ofTanzania, Kenya and Uganda?Which is the odd one out: Orange, Blue,Red, Yellow?Which things are referred to as the ‘fourgreat technology inventions’ of ancientChina?Questions compiled by Melbourne TriviaCompany www.melbournetrivia.com.auSee page 79 for answers3 6 8 1 57 2 4 99 61 74 6 92 3 15 38 732 9 7 8 3 4 1 86 654 3 1 95 6 89 8 7 26 78 5 7 1 2 3 19 541 54 63 2 87 6 39 95 87 2 6 9 78 5 4 1 38 5 19 63 4 31 57 2 6Instruction coursesTHRASS phonics courses provide teacherswith a simple and sustainable methodologyfor teaching English right from day one of achild’s learning. THRASS is Australia’s mostattended phonics PD. Please see our ad onpage 21 for details of upcoming courses.82Shine Feb 2010

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