Year 9 Camp Information
Ben Rothwell- Head of Department Applied Positive Psychology
The Gap State High School
Yr 9 Rites of Passage Preparation Day
During Week 3 our current group of students fully embraced their Preparation Day for the Rites of Passage program at Emu Gully Adventure - displaying teamwork, trust, and an excellent sense of connection.
The activities were challenging and designed to push the students to work together, and they responded with determination and humour. It was a great 'official' start to our Rites of Passage Program for 2025.
This group of students and their families are part of the second year of our Year 9 APP Rites of Passage program. This is a refined version of our regular Applied Positive Psychology program that includes all core APP topics plus a carefully integrated Rites of Passage framework.
This program offers an intentional and reflective experience designed to support students and their families through the transition from childhood to young adulthood. It includes meaningful and appropriate challenges, guided mentoring, and opportunities for family involvement.
Are you interested in hearing more about our program for 2026?
Click the link to register your expression of interest for Year 9 2026. https://forms.office.com/r/UiJhsQuuf8
Year 10 Camp
The Year 10 Camp will be held at Emu Gully from Monday 13 October to Thursday 16 October 2025 (Week 2, Term 4). Emu Gully is an outdoor education centre that is run with an ANZAC theme. The camp is a leadership and team building program based on the character values of courage, mateship, sacrifice and perseverance. The activities provide opportunities to experience and demonstrate these values.
All meals are provided, and students will stay in dorm style accommodation. The camp letter and sign-up process will be emailed to parents by early Week 4.
If you have any further questions about Year 10 Camp, please email year10camp@thegapshs.eq.edu.au.
