Humanities

English

Nicole Biggelaar - Domain Leader

Highlights from the English Domain this year include the introduction of a new Year 10 subject, Essential English, which aims to develop student confidence in writing and comprehension.

Our Year 11 English classes also enjoyed a presentation by proud Gunai/Kurnai descendent Emily (Emmy) Webbers about the Raise the Age campaign, in response to the rates of Indigenous youth in juvenile detention. Emmy encouraged students to learn the facts, engage in critical thinking and acknowledge the multiple perspectives regarding this issue, in preparation for their presenting argument task.

Our newly established debating team offered opportunities for students to develop their presentation skills and our lunchtime Write Club continued to offer a nurturing space for creative writers.

Excerpt from ‘The Apple’

Clear icy froth from the ocean rolls over my feet as minuscule grains sink in between my toes. I feel the scorching hot sun, burning the top of my head, as the cool wind hits my damp legs. Taking a deep breath in, I feel the salty air flow smoothly through my lungs, and cough slightly as a splash from the ocean hits my face. Bending over slowly, I let my sandy fingertips touch the surface of the waves before diving in. The cold wraps tightly around me. The current pulls me out. My feet drag along the velvety sand, and I can hear an eerie but beautiful vibration coming from far out.

Ivy Tucker Year 8