Community Engagement in Learning

I would like to take this opportunity to welcome back the Victorian school community in 2021.

 Following an incredible effort by students, staff, teachers, parents and carers last year, Victorian schools are well placed to safely commence the new school year. Schools will return to a largely normal program of activities, including welcoming parents and other vital members of the school community back into their grounds.

 Throughout the pandemic, Victorian schools have rapidly adapted and successfully implemented measures to reduce the risk of coronavirus (COVID-19) transmission in school environments. By embedding COVIDSafe principles in all its operations and reinforcing good behaviours throughout 2020, schools have created safe spaces, and are in a strong position to quickly respond to any coronavirus (COVID-19) risks that may emerge.

 Given the current very low risk of coronavirus (COVID-19) transmission in the community, continued high rates of testing, wastewater monitoring, and continued observance of health and safety measures in schools; those with medical vulnerabilities or their carers can feel reassured that they can safely return to working and learning on site.

 While we have seen outbreaks emerge over the summer break, we have also witnessed our capacity to respond quickly to limit the impact of these outbreaks. Should community cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) increase again, I am confident that with COVIDSafe plans in place, alongside our ability to quickly identify and respond to cases – schools remain safe places for all staff and students. I also continue to be reassured by evidence that children are less impacted by the virus and are less likely to develop severe illness.

 It is crucial, however, for everyone to remain vigilant – to stay home when unwell, get tested, perform regular hand hygiene, wear a mask when required and maintain physical distancing from others when practical. Schools should consider how they can continue to pursue strategies that contribute to reduced transmission of coronavirus (COVID-19).

 Schools and parents continue to have an important role to promote and ensure testing when a child or staff member has any symptoms, no matter how mild, and then stay home. Getting tested and staying home until results are known, remains critical to limiting community transmission.

Adj Clin Prof Brett Sutton
Victorian Chief Health Officer

Marrung – Aboriginal Education Plan at Truganina College

The Marrung Vision:

Victoria will be a State where the rich and thriving culture, knowledge and experience of our First Nations peoples are celebrated by all Victorians; where our universal service systems are inclusive, responsive and respectful of Koorie people at every stage of their learning and development journey; and where every Koorie person achieves their potential, succeeds in life, and feels strong in their cultural identity. 

At Truganina College, we are committed to supporting the Marrung Vision by:

• Celebrating our First Nations peoples rich and thriving culture by acknowledging the contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders by naming our College’s Houses after Cathy Freeman, Jonathan Thurston, Albert Namatjira and David Yunaipon.

• Being inclusive, responsive and respectful of Koorie people at every stage of their learning and development journey by ensuring Koorie students have Individual Learning Action Plans and access to support beyond the classroom.

• Embedding knowledge of Koorie experiences and culture within all aspects of our Curriculum Planning in Years F-9. This is highlighted through the development of Resource Tubs, which contain Rich Literature that reflect Koorie culture and traditions.

• Continuing to acknowledge the contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in our curriculum and the college to build in our students’ respect and deep appreciation for their contributions to society.

Marrung Aboriginal Education Plan on Department Website: https://www.education.vic.gov.au/Documents/about/programs/aboriginal/Marrung_Aboriginal_Education_Plan_2016-2026.pdf 

Term 1, 2021 – See below the resources for the Term 1 2021 information session for Year 3, 5, 7 and 9 families.

These resources will provide you with information about NAPLAN assessment and how to support your child’s learning at home.

Please watch the video with your child and download the resources to help you support your child’s learning at home.

Reading Mantra

Years 2 3 Maths Mantra

Years 5 9 Maths Mantra

Year 3 Numeracy NAPLAN Sample

Year 3 Reading NAPLAN Sample

Year 3 Writing And Language Conventions NAPLAN Sample

Year 5 Numeracy NAPLAN Sample

Year 5 Reading NAPLAN Sample

Year 5 Writing And Language Conventions NAPLAN Sample

Year 7 Numeracy NAPLAN Sample

Year 7 Reading NAPLAN Sample

Year 7 Writing And Language Conventions NAPLAN Sample

Year 9 Numeracy NAPLAN Sample

Year 9 Reading NAPLAN Sample

Year 9 Writing And Language Conventions NAPLAN Sample

Parent Information Handout #4

Introduction to Kinder – Foundation Transitions at Truganina College

Community Engagement at Truganina College

Thursday 19th November – via Webex
Classroom routines and expectations, getting ready for 2021

 Purpose

• Building strong educational relationships between families and staff.
• Common understanding of the language of learning. 
• Create and strengthen partnerships across our College community.

Our Work

Develop resources for parents to support their child’s learning at home.
These resources are located at the Community Engagement tab on the Truganina College website.
Steps:
Type in the URL: http://truganinap9.vic.edu.au
Identify Tabs across the top of the webpage
Select Community Engagement

 Information Sessions and Courses:
Parent Engagement in Learning Course

• Next Course: Term 1 2020
• Please register your interest at the front office

 Offer opportunities for parents to participate in community events and learning of our students. For example:
Book Fair, Excursions, Reading in the morning

Parent Engagement
At Truganina College we value and encourage parents to take an active role in supporting their child’s learning.
Parents can do that by:

• Developing good study routines
• Ensuring regular school attendance
• Use student planner as an effective two way communication tool
• Using compass to access online student learning, reporting absences, reporting information as well as important notes and letter.

Effective Two Way Communication at Truganina College: 
How parents can communicate: 

• Telephone call – voicemail
• Email
• Book and appoinment at the office
• Informal visits before or after school
• Communicate via student planner

How school may communicate: 

• Parent Teacher interviews
• Compass – notes, reminders, important updates
• Learning Action plan meetings
• Newsletter and Assemblies
• Information sessions
• Phone Calls

Would you like to be a Community Volunteer at Truganina College?

Community Volunteers are an invaluable resource at Truganina College. From reading with children in the classroom to helping out at fundraising events, the College values any form of assistance offered by volunteers. If you would like to donate your time and assistance as a Community Volunteer at Truganina College, please complete the form Community Engagement Volunteer Form on the Website.   

Before Volunteering:
Do you have a current Working With Children Check (WWCC)? If so, please attach a copy to this form.
If you don’t have a Working With Children Check (WWCC), you can apply for one via the following link:
http://www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au/home/applications/apply+for+a+check/
The online application process is easy and free.

 If you aren’t available to assist at the College but would like to help in other ways, like taking resources home such as books to contact or laminating to cut out please let your child’s classroom teacher know in Term 1, 2021

Contacting the School

Your child’s classroom teacher is your first point of contact. You can make appointments to see your child’s classroom teacher by contacting the school via:

• Phone: 03 9368 9800 or Email: truganina.p9.co@edumail.vic.gov.au
• Writing a note in the student planner
• Speaking to your child’s classroom teacher

School Website: http://truganinap9.vic.edu.au

Parent Information Handout #3

Introduction to Kinder – Foundation Transitions at Truganina College

Thursday 5th November – To be determined
Community Engagement and what to expect in the first term.
(Learning Time, Assessment Interviews, School Banking, Essential Education Items, Compass, CSEF, State Schools’ Relief, Camp Australia, Lunch Orders, School Uniforms)

Thursday 19th November – To be determined
Classroom routines and expectations, getting ready for 2021

Contacting the School

Your child’s classroom teacher is your first point of contact. You can make appointments to see your child’s classroom teacher by contacting the school via:

• Phone: 03 9368 9800 or Email: truganina.p9.co@edumail.vic.gov.au
• Writing a note in the student planner
• Speaking to your child’s classroom teacher

School Website: http://truganinap9.vic.edu.au

Essential Education

Essential Education Items for 2021 will cost $285.00.
This Includes the following: 
– Stationery Pack
– Curriculum Consumables
– Learning Subscriptions

We highly recommend families to pre-pay for the Essential Education Items.

CSEF – Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund

There is an additional cost for incursions and excursions throughout the year, if you hold a current Health Care Card you may be eligible for CSEF Funding which will help cover the cost of these events.

– Eligible families receive $125.00 per child in primary school.

School Uniform: Noone Schoowear – 54 Old Geelong Road, Hoppers Crossing VIC 3029. Phone: 03 9749 0543 Email: https://www.noone.com.au/school/truganina-college/stores

Canteen: Open Monday-Friday. Online orders email: https://www.boccafoods.com.au

Camp Australia: Before and After School Care. Email: www.campaustralia.com.au

Parent Information Handout #2

Introduction to Kinder – Foundation Transitions at Truganina College

Thursday 22nd October – Pre Recorded
Subject Teachers, Assessments and 21st Century Learning

Thursday 5th November – To be determined
Community Engagement and what to expect in the first term. 
(Learning Time, Assessment Interviews, School Banking, Essential Education Items, Compass, CSEF, State Schools’ Relief, Camp Australia, Lunch Orders, School Uniforms) 

Thursday 19th November – To be determined
Classroom routines and expectations, getting ready for 2021

Subjects

Students will have four hours of subjects each week taught by a different teacher.

21st Century Skills

All learning experiences across the curriculum incorporates 21^st century skills to equip students with the skills needed so that they are globally aware, better able to navigate the digital world and be more engaged.

iPads

It’s the expectation that every student at the College has an iPad. The iPads are a tool used in the classroom to support teaching and learning. Due to the technological structures in the College, only iPads can be used for learning.  We teach students how to use technology safely through the Responsible Digital Citizenship Matrix.

Assessments

Teachers assess students for their ability to identify the upper and lower case alphabets when they begin school. This assessment also includes the student’s ability to identify sounds of the alphabets. Students are also assessed on their reading and comprehension as well as the reading and spelling of Oxford Words.

SeeSaw

Seesaw is an Online Learning Management System the school began using during Remote and Flexible Learning. The Seesaw platform is used in Foundation – Year 4 classrooms.

For further information about SeeSaw and some of its features, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1_mBy1EI0M

School Website: http://truganinap9.vic.edu.au

Kindergarten to Foundation Parent Information sessions will be delivered virtually due to current restrictions across Metropolitan Melbourne. You will find the presentations below with an attached handout. There will be new presentations uploaded during Weeks 1, 3, 5 and 7 of Term 4, 2020. If you have any questions regarding transition please contact the College on 03 9368 9800 or Truganina.p9.co@education.vic.gov.au.

Kinder Foundation Transitions Parent Information Handout #1

Arabic Kinder Foundation Transitions Parent Information Handout #1

Hindi Kinder Foundation Transitions Parent Information Handout #1

Samoan Kinder Foundation Transitions Parent Information Handout #1

Urdu Kinder Foundation Transitions Parent Information Handout #1

See the videos below for easy tips to help your child’s learning at home in the following languages: English, Somali, Somoa, Hindi and Urdu. 

In this presentation you will find some easy tips for how to access a variety of Educatoinal Resources that have been developed by the Community Engagement in Learning Team to support learning at home.

Supporting Your Child’s Learning through Educational Resources

In this presentation you will find some easy tips to support your child to use Wushka at home.

Supporting Your Child to Use Wushka at Home

In this presentation you will find some easy tips to support your child to use Mathletics at home.

Supporting Your Child to Use Mathletics at Home

In this presentation you will some easy tips and resources to help your child connect and engage with reading at home.

Supporting Your Child’s Reading at Home