LEARNING MATTERS

MEDIEVAL DAY - SURVIVOR CHALLENGE

For the first time in its glorious history, 2015 saw the Year 8 Medieval Day incorporated into the Survivor Challenge.  Therefore, more was at stake this year with the points awarded for each activity going towards the coveted and year-long Survivor Challenge.

In another new development, each Year 8 History class was allocated a particular Medieval theme which would guide their activities for the day.  These included the Black Death, the Crusades, Religion, and Knights and Castles.  Once these themes were announced each class was then required to complete five separate challenges.  These were: a live performance, coat of arms, Medieval trivia, table decorations and a news report video.  Despite a very limited timeframe, the groups performed incredibly well and produced some amazing work.

The highlight for most students, however, was the Medieval Feast.  But, before the eating could begin the challenges needed to be presented.  These were certainly entertaining, as were the judges’ scores and humour.  Despite some very close competition, 8H emerged victorious, followed closely by 8F and 8N.

Medieval Day is a great way for both students and teachers to have a lot of fun and promote the enjoyment of learning about History.  More importantly though, this event is designed to help students develop and refine key skills that will serve them well in all walks of life.  While undertaking these activities, students were challenged to work effectively in teams by communicating clearly.  Moreover, they needed to demonstrate creativity and to use ICT efficiently to demonstrate their knowledge of a topic.  Thanks to all the students and teachers involved for a great day.

Mr Richard Long

Curriculum Coordinator