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Year Nine

Amanda Morris and Eliza Fildes - Learning Coordinators

Inquiry-based learning is at the heart of the Year 9 Discover program, where students immerse themselves in projects across five key units - Adventure, Communication, Challenge, Identity, and Expression.

Highlights this year included working with local textile artist Bree Thomas in Expression, the four-day camp to the Grampians in Adventure and utilising the facilities at the Yarra Ranges Tech school in Challenge. Through these rotations, in conjunction with their core subjects, students had the opportunity to develop skills such as critical-thinking, collaboration, research and self-management. The Reflection Day in Term 2 presented the opportunity to hear from passionate Yorta Yorta man, Scott Darlow. A singer/songwriter and Indigenous activist, Scott spoke about some of the challenges faced by Indigenous Australians. He engaged with the students on tolerance, harmony and other important social issues, through stories, humour and music.

In the Pastoral program, students had the opportunity to explore important topics such as eSafety and the law, inclusion, decision making and goal setting, as well as develop their study and basic first aid skills. Through Pastoral sessions, students have been able to bond with their classmates and foster their teamwork skills in a fun and safe environment.

Year Eight

Margherita Magagna - Learning Coordinator

Year 8 has provided so many opportunities to learn and be curious, as well as have fun. From science experiments that have allowed us to develop a deeper understanding of course content, to the Humanities and Science Interdisciplinary Unit where we created a news report about natural disasters, developing our teamwork and creativity skills.

Other highlights have included Pastoral activities such as connecting games, House activities including Big Sister Little Sister picnics, exploring cause and effect during Science Week, and learning how we can make a difference during Social Justice and Stewardship (SoJuSt) Week.

Leadership opportunities have enabled us to learn and have fun with our older peers. In 2021, the Year 8 cohort embraced the many opportunities presented to them through the College community. It has enabled them to grow and engage as young leaders and learners. Year 8s have readily embarked as ambassadors for the College by helping in Student Services, being tour guides, and as active participants in many school events. They have forged connections with each other and engaged positively in Pastoral activities, including participating in the longitudinal Wellbeing Study with the Black Dog Institute.

Our teachers and classmates have been so friendly and helpful. It has been an enjoyable Year 8 journey. Claire Pierce Year 8 my NeighbourWho is YEARBOOK 2021

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