Trinity Connect
Issue 8, 30 May 2019
Principal's News
Last weekend my family and I made a last minute decision to enjoy a night camping on the banks of the Murray River as we continue our exploration of this beautiful region. As we headed for home on the Sunday to make it home in time for my daughter to attend a birthday party we were faced with an unexpected challenge....we got bogged! Despite my reluctance to drive through puddles my husband and daughter continually find this a sense of amusement! Let's just say, I wasn't overly excited as we began our efforts to 'escape' the sludge of the track! However, as time past we began to find the amusement in the situation and were all laughing and making the most of the situation. So often in life we can let our mindset and the constant demands of our busy lives stop us from finding the joy, even in the things that challenge us!
We've now learnt that we will take our gear for off road driving even when we think we won't need it but we've also had a great reminder of the joy that is around us everyday, sometimes we just have to look (or in our case dig) a little harder to find it!
I have the best job in the world! Everyday that I come to work I get to find joy! We have the most amazing college, with such incredible kids, professional and skilled staff and a culture of continuous improvement. We are upgrading our IT facilities in the secondary area, beginning initial stages of a playground upgrade and striving forward with our IB authorisation. Joy and fun is everywhere at Trinity!
May you find joy this week, in your world with your loved ones around you.
Eloise Beveridge
Traffic Safety
Generally our college families are very cautious around the school grounds and ensure they are on the lookout at all times for students and adhering to road rules.
At times however it is timely to remind our community of the need to keep to speed limits and observe for pedestrians at all times. For those who use the drive through area we ask that you do not leave your vehicle and always ensure your vehicle is as close to the front of the set down area (adjacent to the Victoria Wing) as possible before pulling up.
Vehicles are not permitted to turn right from the drive through gate during peak hours. Please note this can be policed.
Thank you for taking the time to ensure our children's safety is paramount and we all work together to ensure the smooth flow of traffic.
Year 9/10 Ball Date Change
They year 9/10 Ball date has been changed to Friday 1st November 2019. Pop it in your calendar now.
Balanced Learners
Congratulations to: Dupe, Rhode, Georgia, Johnathan, Tami, Deji, Colby and Maverick on being balance learners.
Discovery Day
Tuesday 18th June will see year 6 students, both current and new, attend Discovery Day and have a day in the life of a Secondary Student at Trinity. Only new incoming families need register on 5023 7013.
Lego Competitions
On Wednesday students participated in a Lego building competition in the Library to promote our range of Lego books available for borrowing. Students entered in pairs and the challenge was to build the tallest tower in ten minutes. There were some moments of deep concentration, collaboration and tension as the towers rose…and fell! The winning team consisted of Holly H and Dinugi. The popularity of the event has led to the planning of more Lego competitions to come.
Five Staff Facts
Cassie Middleton - 5/6C
1. I am a former student of TLC
2. I was born in, and love living in Mildura
3. Most of my mornings are fuelled by a Nash Lane Vanilla Latte
4. I have recently built and moved into my first house
5. I can't wait to grow some lawn in my new backyard to make it a home for Golden Retriever puppy!
Helen Watts - Office Manager
1. Have been married for 30 years (yes I was married when I was 5!) and I have two beautiful girls Taylah (21) and Chelsea (18).
2. I love animals particularly dogs. I currently have two dogs Stella who is a bulldog (she is the lazy one) and Murfee who is a English staffy (she is the athletic one!)
3. I’m not a reader (even though I am in a book club!) but I do love to listen to pod casts particularly Australian Crime.
4. I love going to music concerts (have lost count how many artists I have seen over the years!!) – still to tick off my bucket list is Coachella!
5. My nickname is Heych
Shirlene Hocking - Canteen
1. Married to Ray who has multiple sclerosis. He has a daughter and grand son and we have our boy Marcus.
2. Born in the Dandenongs in Melbourne.
3. Loves gardening, V8 Supercars, footy, bobbin lace & cooking
4. For 12 years I used to design and maintain the Deakin Avenue flower beds.
5. I love working in the canteen where I get to cook, catch up with the kids and teachers and keep them full so that they can do their school work.
Contact us
Email: admin@tlc.vic.edu.au
Website: www.tlc.vic.edu.au
Location: 920 Fifteenth Street, Mildura VIC, Australia
Phone: 03 5023 7013
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tlc.vic.edu.au/