Newsletter

Over the school holidays, practice exams for Unit 3 and 4 subjects will be held in the Tuck Wing , and students have received their timetables for these sessions.

Teachers have also been making sure students are equipped with study skills and revision strategies to ensure they feel confident and prepared.

Key dates to remember include the VCE external exams , which will begin on 29 October, and university applications , which need to be submitted in the coming weeks. We encourage students to stay focussed and use all available resources to support their preparation.

Trinity is committed to providing the support students need during this important time. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact the school. We are here to help!

Follow Mr Featherston’s study tips to maximise your success!

Online and physical flash cards

Form study groups

Ask teachers for feedback

The College Leaders conducted the liturgy with the added poignancy that it was their final appearance as a leadership group in front of the student community.

Fr Michael praised the Year 12 students' commitment to their journey, blessing the graduands and wishing them success in the coming months as they prepare for exams, assessments and the workforce.

A special photo-montage was played, highlighting the past and present life of Trinity College, and providing reflection on the history of the College that stretches as far back as 1880 when the Sisters of Mercy opened St Joseph's College.

Trinity Day on Friday will be the Year 12 VCE VM and unscored VCE students' final College celebration until they return for their formal graduation in November.

Hosted by AKD and run by Mindshop facilitators, the Mindshop Excellence program presented real life problems for Kiara, Angus, Josh, Mason, Eliza and Sara to work together and come up with a solution. At the end of the week, their findings were presented to AKD employees and management, Mindshop Excellence facilitators, Trinity College staff and their parents, providing great experience in teamwork, leadership, problem-solving and communication.

Thank you to AKD, Barry and the Mindshop Excellence program for their continued support in the development of our young people into being the best they can be. Together we make a difference.

"Wow, what a week it was. We've learnt some lifelong skills that will definitely help in our futures and we were able to go and do something different. The consulting skills were put to use and we were able to help AKD with new ideas about what they could do better. Throughout the week we made great connections with each other and found some awesome contacts for the future. Sometimes you really just need others who aren't aware of the situation to come in and suggest some new ideas. I'm not the only one but I really enjoyed my week with AKD and Mindshop, even though we had to wear blazers for the presentation (they really aren't that bad).

Angus, Year 10

Well done to everybody who braved the weather to play, umpire and watch – the smiles say it all!

Click on the images below to view the gallery.

View the photo gallery below.

The Year 10 student tried out for the state team earlier this year, earning a spot on the state team in the 18 years and under division.

We look forward to hearing his stories. Go Max!

We know that questions or concerns may arise outside of school time and appreciate that sending an email or Teams message in the evening or weekend is an opportunity to address the topic immediately. However, the health and wellbeing of our community is a priority at Trinity and we know that our College families will understand that staff are not expected to respond to these communications outside of their working hours. Occasionally staff may choose to reply to messages but this is entirely at their own discretion and they are not obliged to do so.

Our teachers and support staff work diligently to support the academic and personal growth of our students during the school day and will respond to your communication as soon as they can during work hours that are listed below.

Teacher work hours at Trinity College are as follows:

Monday and Tuesday – 8:30am to 4:30pm

Wednesday, Thursday and Friday – 8:30am to 3:30pm

Please note that part-time and support staff work hours vary but are usually no earlier than 8:30am or later than 4:00pm.

Families should note that this does not apply to the College absence phone line. This line is available to receive messages 24 hours a day.

Should you have any questions or concerns about these guidelines, please contact the College on 5233 9200.

Students with unreported damage to the College computer must contact the ICT department as soon as possible to avoid delays. As stated in the College Computer Loan Agreement, any damage requiring repair/replacement or intentional graffiti to computers will incur an excess charge.

Key dates for computer return and collection for each year level:

If you are still yet to consent to the available vaccines for your child in the following years, please follow the appropriate link below:

Year 7 https://portal.cirv.vic.gov.au//PrivacyCollection/?id=e744af3a-692f-ef11-840a-000d3a796851&Year7

- Boostrix – diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (whooping cough)

- Gardasil – Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

Year 10 https://portal.cirv.vic.gov.au//PrivacyCollection/?id=eb8e3039-692f-ef11-840a-000d3a796506&Year10

- Meningococcal ACWY

If you have any queries regarding this program, please contact Barbara Pain, Colac Otway Shire Health Protection Department (03) 5232 9429 inq@colacotway.vic.gov.au .

Our visitors will be sharing information about courses, scholarships and pathways for their graduates.

Parents are welcome to attend from 10:00 – 11:40 for the presentation and question time. Please reach out to Julie Demasi if you would like to attend.

The program aims help you to be:

Tuning into Teens shows you how to help your teen develop emotional intelligence. Adolescents with higher emotional intelligence:

Please email wellbeing@tcc.vic.edu.au for more information or to register your interest to attend.