NEWS FROM HSIE
Earlier this term the Year 12 Aboriginal studies presented their Major Projects. Research and Inquiry methods are part of the Aboriginal Studies syllabus and allows students to consult with the community and to engage in a topic of their choice.
Their final presentation allows the student to best communicate their findings to the community. This year the project featured topics such as identity, health, astronomy, family connections and totems to name a few. Well done to all the students. A huge thank you to the staff at Gooroon; Aunty Chris Finney, Aunty Jo Coleman and Uncle Rory Archer for all their support of the Year 12 students.
Business studies students have engaged in a number of opportunities. Year 12 classes went to the Yakult factory tour, a virtual experience which went through the operations and marketing of the business. Students also had the opportunity to listen to the Senior Global Marketing Manager from Energizer, Marianne Arenas. She shared with the students the 4 P's, price promotion, placement and product of Energizer.
Geography students have been engaging with a variety of fieldwork across the year groups, this includes sketching, completing soil samples, using the AR Sandbox, attending the Minnamurra rainforest and Jamberoo recreation park. Later in the term, Year 10 will be attending The Ben's Walk Fieldwork Day. Year 11 Geography students have been engaged in the Senior Geography research project and there have been a number of interesting proposals have been put forward.
History students have been exploring a number of topics, Year 10 students have enjoyed hearing Eddie Jaku’s story as he passed away last year. However, his story is important historical evidence of the Holocaust. Later this term students will get the opportunity to visit the Jewish Museum in Sydney where they will have the honour of listening to a Holocaust Survivor. Year 8, last term created a medieval museum which was of an outstanding quality. Well done to all students.
A number of students from Year 10 Commerce have been engaged in mock trial and mediation. This is an excellent opportunity for students to develop communication skills, critical thinking skills and understanding of the legal system.
Students competed against Frensham on Wednesday 18 May in round three of the competition. A big thank you to Magistrate John Patterson for providing advice and assistance to our Mock Trial team.
Ms Sarah Blades