Don't miss out on the 2024 VCE Theatre Studies production of "Radium Girls" by DW Gregory! Join us here at the college on Tuesday 23 April and Wednesday 24 April (7–9pm), as our talented students bring this compelling play to life. Secure your tickets now at: https://tinyurl.com/mv5zzwt3

Don't miss out on the 2024 VCE Theatre Studies production of "Radium Girls" by DW Gregory! Join us here at the college on Tuesday 23 April and Wednesday 24 April (7–9pm), as our talented students bring this compelling play to life. Secure your tickets now at: https://tinyurl.com/mv5zzwt3

Join Us for a Karkarook Parkrun!

Dear Families,

We will be taking over the 5km Karkarook Parkrun this Saturday, 25 May, as we did two years ago. It's a fantastic opportunity to join a wonderful FREE community event, stay active, and earn some valuable House Points.

With a promising weather forecast ahead, it's the perfect time to lace up your running/jogging/walking shoes and join us for a morning of fun and fitness. You can even bring your dog along! Remember, no one ever regrets participating in Parkrun, but many regret not seizing the chance!

DETAILS

• Date: Saturday 25 May 2024
• Time: Arrive by 7.45am for a team photo – run/jog/walk 5km starting at 8:00am
• Dress: Students to wear their BSC sports top, active wear for family members!
• Location: Karkarook Park, Warrigal Road, Heatherton
• House Points: To earn mega House Points for your team, simply REGISTER FOR KARKAROOK PARKRUN and bring along a scannable copy of your barcode. If you have registered previously, simply download your barcode. House Points will be awarded for all students, staff and family members who complete the Parkrun!

We encourage everyone to participate and make the most of this great opportunity. Let's come together as a community, embrace an active lifestyle, and support our Houses!

Looking forward to seeing you all there.

Join Us for the Parent/Carer Social Evening!

Dear BSC Parents/Carers,

Please join us for a casual evening and your chance to meet new parents and catch up with those you already know. Enjoy connecting with our great school community and take the opportunity to chat with parents from another year level.

When: Wednesday 19 June 2024

Where: Beaumaris Secondary College

Time: 7.30 -10.00pm

What to Bring: BYO drinks and snacks (alcoholic beverages permitted)

RSVP: Please CLICK HERE TO RSVP at your earliest convenience so we can prepare the right area depending on the number of attendees.

Feel free to contact our current committee at: bscparentsassociation@gmail.com if you have any questions.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

BSC Parents’ Association

Dear Parents/Carers,

We would like to invite you to an important parent information session featuring Sonya Karras: About | Whole New World, which will take place on Monday 24 June at 6:00pm, in person at the college and streamed (details to follow).

Sonya will be presenting essential knowledge and guidance on alcohol, drugs, and safe partying for our Year 10 & 11 students. This session is a follow up for their parents, but ALL parents/carers are welcome to join. Please CLICK HERE to let us know by COB on Thursday 20 June if you will be joining.

Sonya is an expert and engaging presenter with over 20 years of experience working with Australian schools, specialising in safe partying practices.

We believe it is crucial to provide our families with the necessary knowledge and guidance related to alcohol, drugs, particularly as we approach the holidays.

Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at beaumaris.sc@education.vic.gov.au.

Thank you for your continued support in ensuring the wellbeing and development of our students.

Warm regards
Beaumaris Secondary College

Join us for a celebration of creativity at our upcoming Art Show! Featuring a diverse range of vibrant works from Beaumaris Secondary College Year 7 & 8 students, as well as Year 4 – 6 students from our local primary schools, this event offers a wonderful opportunity to connect and appreciate art together.

• Year 11 2025 Information Seminar (5pm)
• Year 10 2025 Information Seminar (6pm)

Gold coin donation to support children living in foster care.

Join the Beaumaris Astronomy Club on Wednesday 7 August at 6pm to witness our solar system and beyond! Look for Mercury, Venus and Saturn and catch-up with likeminded students and parents.

It doesn’t matter if you’re a professional or if this is your first event; all are welcome!

Tea and biscuits provided!

RSVP Campbell.Barnard-Green@education.vic.gov.au

For Year 9 - 12 2025 students.

Week 8 marks our inaugural ‘Arts Week’ and we have an exciting lineup of events planned! Please find below the detailed schedule for the week.

House Points will be awarded for participation in any event, with individual prizes up for grabs for contest winners!

Battle of the Bands

On Wednesday 4 September we will host our first-ever student Battle of the Bands! Use the form on Teams to provide details about your performance/group so you can be allocated a performance time. All students will attend the performances, with a judging panel to be decided.

Email camilla.saunders@education.vic.gov.au to book a rehearsal space to practice your performances leading up to the day.

Performances should be a maximum of 3-5 minutes for groups and 2 minutes for soloists.

• Juniors (Year 7-9): Session 2 on Wednesday 4 September
• Seniors (Year 10-12): Session 3 (Beyond) on Wednesday 4 September

Collaborative Artwork

There will be materials in B9 and B10 for students from any year level to contribute to a House Coloured Collaborative Artwork to be displayed at the college. There is no minimum or maximum contribution required, and house points will be awarded for participation.

When: During GOAL on Monday 2 September and during lunchtime on Monday and Tuesday (2 & 3 September)

Art Contest (Any Medium)

Create an artwork on one of the themes below and submit it via email to Ms O’Keefe at emily.okeefe@education.vic.gov.au by 3:10pm Monday 2 September. Themes can be interpreted in any way you like, and bonus points may be awarded for a 50-150 word artist statement discussing your work and connecting it to the theme.

THEMES

• Beaumaris
• House Colours
• Portraiture
• Music

Theatre Games

W5 will be open on Tuesday (2 September) during lunchtime for interactive drama games with points awarded for participation.

Feel free to contact Zara or Fin (Year 12) at any time with questions

We believe it is crucial to provide our families with the knowledge and guidance necessary to support the mental health of our students. As such, we would like to invite you to a FREE parent webinar, ‘Parenting with Mental Health in Mind’, to be held on Tuesday 10 September, from 6:00 – 7:00pm.

Hosted by Headspace, the webinar will focus on:

• Understanding mental health in young people
• Skills to support your young person’s wellbeing
• Navigating times of stress and anxiety
• When to be concerned and where to find support

Please CLICK HERE to register.

Thank you for your ongoing support in this important area.

Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at beaumaris.sc@education.vic.gov.au.

Warm regards

Beaumaris Secondary College

Year 9 Innovate students showcase their creativity, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit with their annual Market Day held during lunchtime in the Central Plaza. From mouthwatering treats to exciting stalls and challenges, students from every year level have the opportunity to indulge whilst learning about a range of social enterprises. It's a fantastic event for all, and funds raised are donated to charity!