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July/August Update

Term 3 is a true turning point in the academic year where Stage 2 and VET students set their course towards final assessments and completion, and Stage 1 students lay the foundations for semester two success. Make the most of the opportunities on offer for academic success at Marden Senior College. Students and parents are also reminded of opportunities at the college beyond the classroom with enjoyment, wellbeing, and personal development benefits. See the calendar below for some of the activities and events scheduled for early Term 3.

Principal

 

Stephen Inglis

 

     
Week 1
(starts Monday 22 July)		 Monday:

Friday:

Saturday:

 First day of Term 3

Second round of Meningococcal B Vaccines at 10am

Pedal Prix – Student participants wanted (see Graeme Hudson)

Week 2
(starts Monday 29 July)

 Thursday: SGA Fundraising BBQ

Week 3
(starts Monday 5 August)

 Tuesday:

Wednesday:

Friday:

 SATAC talk ­– How to apply for Uni and TAFE, 12pm in the Hall

Inter-college soccer tournament at Thebarton Senior College (see Graeme Hudson)

MSC Formal – tickets to be purchased in the Bookroom or 8366 2889
Week 4
(starts Monday 12 August)		 Wednesday:

Thursday:

 Video game consoles set up at lunchtimes every Wednesday in 600 building

Career Expo at Marden, see flyer
Week 5
(starts Monday 19 August)		 Tuesday:

Friday:

 Parent Teacher Interviews – make bookings through Daymap Connect from Monday week 3

Student Session – Stand up tall – Being proud of all you are and communicating that with passion, 11:30am to 12:45pm
Week 6
(starts Monday 26 August)		 Thursday:

Friday:

 Wear it purple day – to raise awareness for LGBTIQA+

School closure day

Note: Students also have free access to the fitness centre at MARS Monday to Thursday (1pm-1.30pm). All they need is a towel and gym clothes.

 

 

 

Student Services Student Services - Marden Senior College structures, processes and personnel are committed to providing a supportive learning environment for all students.
Enrolment Information - Marden is a specialist senior secondary college and enrols students who are ready for SACE and an adult education environment. For more information about enrolment please check inside.
School Based School-based students - Students based in other schools can enrol into subjects and courses at Marden that are not available to them in their own schools. Accelerate @ Marden Information and application form.
Student SACE Pathways - Students can focus on their strengths and needs in planning their SACE completion pathway. A comprehensive curriculum and flexible structures ensure access to multiple pathways.
Workplace Practices - Athletes, dancers and others committed to elite and high level training programs may enrol in this flexible Year 12 SACE subject. Workplace Practices contributes to a university ATAR.
Student Mentor Program - The Student Mentor Program is a key student support initiative. All Marden students under the age of 21 are allocated a teacher-mentor for the duration of their enrolment.
VET VET Subjects - Marden offers a wide range of nationally accredited vocational certificate courses.
English Language Courses - A number of recognised and accredited English language courses are available to students for whom English is not their first language.

Other Reminders/Events
  • Saturday 15 June – College pedal prix team participating in first event for the year. Student participants wanted (see Graeme Hudson)
  • Thursday 27 June – SGA fundraising pancake day
  • Friday 9 August – School Formal. Tickets now on sale from the book room on 8366 2889, part or full payments available
  • School jumpers – orders to Mikayla Ingham mingham@msc.sa.edu.au.