Year 10 Dinner

At the beginning of the term, the Year 10 students came together to celebrate the end of their schooling at the College with their formal dinner. Students and their families met at Parliament Lawns for photos, then travelled by boat to the Peppermint Bay restaurant for dinner and presentations.

This year has been another challenging year for students, staff and their families and the evening was a wonderful opportunity for the students to celebrate all they have achieved.

We send our blessings to our Year 10 students and wish them all the best for their last weeks at the College and their upcoming exams.

 

Year 9/10 Life Science

In Term 4, the Year 9/10 Life Science class went to the Marine Discovery Centre. They learnt about different marine animals and their unique characteristics, as well as taking part in a number of biology-based experiments, including handling and feeding some of the marine life. We were also lucky enough to spend some time on the MDC boat - some even driving it!

Year 9/10 Art & Photography Mona Excursion

On Monday, 25^th October the 9/10 Art & Photography classes combined to make a trip to the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) in Berriedale. They have been working on Independent Projects in class and this trip was designed to help inspire their ideas for their projects and link them to famous Artists. For many, this was their first time visiting the Museum. A fabulous day was shared by all.

Year 8 History

Year 8 Green were introduced to the strict hierarchy of feudal Japan in a practical experience on Friday, 5th November. Students were randomly allocated the roles of either Emperor, Shogun, Daimyo (lord), Samurai (warriors) or peasants. Peasants, being one of the lowest classes, had to sit on the floor and hold onto a piece of string attached to their “estate”, signifying them being “tied to the land”. Samurais could not swap estates as they were bound by honour to their Daimyo. Daimyos (lords) would protect their people by building the trust of the best samurais. The Shogun stood next to (over) the Emperor, who was sitting on their throne with their hands behind their back. This was to signify that the Shogun had all the power, even if the Emperor was actually the Head of State. Students commented that seeing the physical differences between where people were placed in the room helped them understand the hierarchical relationship between people and authorities in Feudal Japan. Students also had a chance to dress up in some traditional Japanese clothing, adding to the reality of the experience.