Out and About

Year 11 Biology Excursion 

 Year 11 Biology students have been learning about the different ecosystems that exist in the world and how human activity impacts these complex ecosystems. Late last term students had the opportunity to deepen their knowledge by visiting Port Noarlunga Aquatic Reserve to have a closer look at the rocky shore ecosystem. Students were supported by instructors who guided them through various activities during the day. Students snorkeled around the rocky shore and identified the organisms which exist in the environment. Students also experienced walking on the dunes near the reserve and learnt about the importance of these structures. The day was full of new experiences and exciting sites. 

Shikha Sharma

Biology Teacher

Anzac Day 2022

During the recent school holidays College Captains, Oliver Cox and Alicia Botten, accompanied by Mr David Thiele, attended the ANZAC Day Dawn Service at the Salisbury War Memorial. It was a well-attended event. The student leaders laid a wreath on behalf of the College in memory of all those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in defence of this nation.

Another Endeavour Year 12 student, Kayla Rouse, laid a wreath in her capacity as a representative of the 1st Manor Farm Scout Group, Salisbury East.

In 2022, some significant milestones in the military history of our nation are being observed. It is eighty years since the bombing of Darwin, the Battle of the Coral Sea, and the commencement of the Kokoda Campaign in Papua New Guinea. Also, on 16 February this year we commemorated the 80th anniversary of the slaughter of 22 Australian nurses by Japanese forces on Radji Beach, Bangka Island, Sumatra. They had been among the one hundred survivors SS Vyner Brooke, which had escaped Singapore and had been sunk two days earlier. South Australian nurse Vivian Bullwinkel was the only survivor of the massacre.

Lest we forget.

David Thiele

History Learning Leader

Mountain Biking

Last Friday, nine enthusiastic Endeavour students headed into the Hills to compete in the SASSA Mountain Bike Carnival. This teams-based event was held on the challenging Craigburn Trails with plenty of single tracks and uphill paths to test our competitors’ skills and endurance. What we lacked in experience we made up for in energy and competed very well against some more experienced opponents! Our teams never gave up and all three teams finished in the top twenty in their age group. There was great comradery amongst our team (and our supporters) and some strong riding including a few specky jumps and skids! We are hoping for an even bigger group of students attending this carnival in the future. Mountain biking is a fun and exciting way to enjoy the many health benefits of regular fitness and cardiovascular exercise along with improving your mood. It allows you to quickly get off the beaten path and enjoy the solitude and beauty of nature. If you are interested in learning more about this exciting sport, contact Head for the Hills Cycling, who offer coaching and beginner holiday courses along with bike and equipment hire. Click here to visit their website. 

Annie Fitridge

Student Pathways Leader