By REBECCA BILLS
NERVOUS 2014 Prep and Year 7 students gathered for their first day of orientation at Mount Evelyn Christian School last Tuesday.
The nerves were quickly alleviated when the new students settled into their new school setting.
Community relations officer Amanda Steele said it was a day designed to help students know what to expect a normal school day to be like in the New Year.
As the new preps drew wonderful pictures, the new Year 7s were given the task to match the Middle School teachers to their baby photos.
“They get to meet their teachers, meet the other students and find out which class they will be in next year,” Mrs Steele said.
“Orientation day also really helps the parents.
“We run a coffee morning so parents can gather as well – some are sad their babies are starting school and others are excited.”
Mrs Steele said the school wanted orientation day to be a positive experience for both the student and the parents and for them to know they are in a safe environment.
For more information on the current school programs running at Mount Evelyn Christian School, visit www.mecs.vic.edu.au.
