Victoria University Secondary College
| Victoria University Secondary College | |
|---|---|
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| Address | |
43 Ken Jordan Rd, Cairnlea VIC 3023
88 Billingham Rd, Deer Park VIC 3023 5a Jamieson St, St Albans VIC 3021 | |
| Information | |
| Motto | Create the Future |
| Established | 2010 |
| Principal | Elaine Hazim |
| Assistant Principal | James Dowie |
| Senior Campus Principal | Sue Atzarakis |
| Junior Campus Principal | Glenn Leyland |
| Brimbank Campus Principal | Jason Austin |
| Staff | 180 |
| Grades | 7–12 |
| Enrolment | 1300 (approximately) |
| Campus | Deer Park, Cairnlea, St Albans |
| Colour(s) | Teal, White, Dark Grey |
| Languages Taught | Chinese |
| Website | http://www.vusc.vic.edu.au/ |
Victoria University Secondary College is a state government co-educational school for years 7–12. The junior campus is located in Deer Park, Victoria, Australia. The senior campus is located in Cairnlea, Victoria, Australia. The college was founded in 2010, by the amalgamation of two secondary schools: Brimbank College[1][2] and Deer Park Secondary College,[3][4]and then, in 2011, Kealba Secondary College.[5][6]
The school offers: VET, VCE VM, VCE and university extension.
Campuses[edit]
- Junior Campus in Deer Park for years 7 to 9.
- Senior Campus in Cairnlea for years 10 to 12.
- Brimbank Campus[7] in St Albans, for the college's Flexible In-School Learning Program and senior gymnasium.[8][9] A portion of the campus is leased by Big Childcare.
Overview[edit]
Victoria University Secondary College is a secondary college located in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
The college currently runs on three campuses.[10] The school is planning up to expand the cairnlea campus, to cater to the entire school community.[11]
Genevieve Simson served as the founding college principal of Victoria University Secondary College. In 2018, Simson resigned from her role as college principal.[12] Elaine Hazim, who, at the time, served as the Senior Campus principal, was appointed college principal in 2019.
Victoria University Secondary College completed construction of a new Senior Campus for Years 10 to 12 at the end of 2021 with operations at the campus commencing in 2022.
Leadership[edit]
| Principal | Ms Elaine HAZIM |
| Senior Campus Principal | Ms Sue ATZARAKIS |
| Junior Campus Principal | Mr Glenn LEYLAND |
| Assistant Principal | Mr James DOWIE |
| Brimbank Campus Principal | Mr Jason AUSTIN |
| Senior School Leader | Ms Anna BONANNO |
| Middle School Leader | Ms Deborah CHAPMAN |
| Academic Enrichment & Instructional Coach | Mr Christopher TROY |
| Disability & Inclusion Leader | Ms Athena VASS |
| Curriculum Leader | Ms Ashleigh KOO |
| Music Leader | Mr Rob BREEN |
| Data Leader & Numeracy Learning Specialist | Mr Tony TRIEU |
| General Learning Specialist | Ms Lauren MUSCAT |
| Business Manager | Ms Lana MOKDSI |
| Student Wellbeing Manager | Ms Kim EMTSIS |
Leadership History[edit]
The following individuals have served as principal of Victoria University Secondary College:
| Ordinal | Principal | Term start | Term end | Time in office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Genevieve Simson | 2010 | 2018 | 8 years | Founding Principal
Simson was the final principal of Brimbank College. |
| 2 | Elaine Hazim | 2019 | incumbent | 5–6 years | Former Senior Campus Principal (2016 to 2018)
Former Junior Campus Principal (2010 to 2015) |
The following individuals have served as Senior Campus Principal of Victoria University Secondary College:
Since 2022, the Senior Campus has been located at the new Cairnlea campus, rather than the Brimbank Campus. All principals prior to 2022 held office at the Brimbank Campus.
| Ordinal | Campus Principal | Term start | Term end | Time in office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | David Veale | 2010 | 2010 | 1 year | Veale served as an assistant principal at Brimbank College |
| 2 | Neville Box | 2011 | 2015 | 5 years | Box became an assistant principal at St. Bernard's College & retired in 2023. |
| 3 | Elaine Hazim | 2016 | 2018 | 3 years | Former Junior Campus Principal (2010 to 2015) |
| 4 | Sue Atzarakis | 2019 | incumbent | Former Junior Campus Principal (2016 to 2018) |
The following individuals have served as Junior Campus Principal of Victoria University Secondary College:
| Ordinal | Campus Principal | Term start | Term end | Time in office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paul Ryan (Acting) | January 2010 | April 2010 | 1 school term | Ryan was the final principal of Deer Park Secondary College. |
| 2 | Elaine Hazim | 2010 | 2015 | 5 years | |
| 3 | Sue Atzarakis | 2016 | 2018 | 3 years | |
| 4 | Glenn Leyland | 2019 | incumbent | 4–5 years | Formerly: VCAL Leader, VCE Leader, Data Leader, Assistant Principal (Acting). |
The following individuals have served as Brimbank Campus Principal (iCAN, Flexible Learning Program) of Victoria University Secondary College:
The Brimbank Campus Principal role at Victoria University Secondary College was established in 2024, to provide alternative educational pathways to at risk students. Jason Austin, the first office holder, previously served as an assistant principal at the junor campus before assuming the office.
| Ordinal | Principal | Term start | Term end | Time in office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jason Austin | 2024 | incumbent | 0–1 years | Former assistant principal at the Junior Campus (2023) |
- James Dowie, has been an assistant principal since 2011, currently overseeing Professional Learning Communities.
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Extracurricular Activities[edit]
Extracurricular options available to students include debating, drama, environmental club, instrumental music, musical productions, student leadership and a number of lunchtime and after-school clubs. Students are also able to join in many sport teams, including volleyball, badminton, basketball, soccer, softball, football, rugby, swimming, table tennis, athletics and netball.
External links[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ Formerly Jamieson Park Secondary College (1989 to 1999) & prior to that St Albans Technical School (1962 to 1989).
- ^ The campus was located on 5A Jamieson St in St Albans. The campus is still in use by the college today as the FLO campus and senior gym.
- ^ Formerly Deer Park High School.
- ^ The campus was located on 88 Billingham Rd in Deer Park. The campus is still in use by the college today as the junior campus.
- ^ Formerly Kealba High School & prior to that St Albans Park High School (February 1970 to July 1970).
- ^ The campus was located on 27 Driscolls Rd in Kealba. The site was vacated after the merger in 2011, it was later demolished, and no trace of its existence remains. The site is currently vacant.
- ^ Prior to the merger in 2010, the campus in St. Albans was known as Brimbank College. After the merger, the site was renamed Brimbank Campus, retaining the name of the former college.
- ^ "VUSC News - Issue 8: Principal's Message". newsletters.naavi.com. Retrieved 15 October 2023.
- ^ "VUSC News - Issue 7: Principal's Message". newsletters.naavi.com. Retrieved 29 October 2023.
- ^ "Our Campuses". Victoria University Secondary College. Retrieved 18 November 2023.
- ^ "Victoria University SC - Whole School Site Plan" (PDF).
- ^ "VUSC News - Issue 1: VUSC News Issue One". newsletters.naavi.com. Retrieved 18 November 2023.
- ^ "Our Staff". Victoria University Secondary College. Retrieved 29 May 2024.