What's been happening at MRC

Grade: 02B

In 2B, we’ve been diving into procedural writing with a hands-on, creative twist. This week, our class took on the exciting task of making “smooth” and “fluffy” playdough as part of learning how to follow and write step-by-step instructions.

Year 3 Melbourne Zoo excursion

Year 3 enjoyed beautiful sunshine while visiting the Melbourne Zoo on Monday 11th November. Year 3 visited the Melbourne Zoo to develop their understanding of the dependency between living things and their environments. This will consolidate their previous learning in our Inquiry topic this term, along with providing students the skills to incorporate sustainable practices in their own lives that will benefit our world and diminish the impact of human effects.

3A and 3B practicing fractions on a number line

The Year 3's are practicing their skill at placing fractions on a number line in the beautiful sunshine!

ACED Maths and Stats Incursion

Our recent Maths Incursion was a fantastic day, with students collaborating to solve challenging problems and discover connections between them. They fully embraced the challenge, working together, thinking creatively, and learning from one another. It was a fun and rewarding experience that helped them build new skills while having a lot of fun with maths!

Mentor Program at Wayi School

“On November 7th, a group of four Year 8 students from MRC kicked off an exciting new Mentor Program at Wayi School, working with two classes of Grade 4 students. This program, set to run over the next four weeks, was thoughtfully planned by the Year 8 students with a focus on building strong connections with the broader community. During the first session, MRC students led engaging activities, demonstrating kindness, patience, and genuine enthusiasm in their interactions with the younger students. The session was a success, with both MRC and Wayi students thoroughly enjoying the experience and looking forward to the upcoming weeks together.”

Grade 6 Food Technology

The Grade 6 students cooked falafel today and did a fantastic job! They used the frying method and plated it beautifully.

Year 9 Food Technology

Our Year 9 students showcased their culinary talents today by preparing mouthwatering calzones! Guided by their enthusiasm and creativity in the kitchen, they worked together to craft each calzone from scratch, filling them with a delicious variety of ingredients. The results were impressive, with perfectly baked calzones that looked as fantastic as they tasted.

Congratulations to Year 9 for their dedication and teamwork in the kitchen! It’s wonderful to see their confidence and skills growing with each cooking session. Well done!

Year 10 Food Technology

This month, our talented Year 10 students explored the rich flavours of Australian native ingredients by preparing a unique twist on a classic dessert—Indigenous Wattleseed Sticky Date Pudding. This delectable pudding showcases the earthy, nutty undertones of wattleseed, a traditional ingredient celebrated for its nutritional value and cultural significance. The students mastered this recipe, learning not only valuable cooking techniques but also gaining an appreciation for Indigenous ingredients and culinary traditions.

Year 10 Food Studies

The Year 10 cohort have been completing a learning task that focuses on Food all around the world. In this weeks practical class we took a trip down to Greece and made Lamb koftas with Greek salad, yum!!

Year 11 Food Studies

The Year 11 Food Studies students have been working incredibly hard during this term and last. Due to not being able to cook as often as we'd like last term, we have rewarded the students with their choice of cooks. On the menu this week was Big Mac Tacos and these were delicious!!! Attached is the recipe and I encourage you all to give this a go

Fantastic effort today from my year 11 students! They completed the practical component for their final SAC of the year which was adapting a risotto recipe to suit the needs of AFLW players.

Year 11 Art Making and Exhibiting

Over this year, our Art Making and Exhibiting year 11 classes have covered a range of artforms using mostly traditional media including charcoal, greylead, pastel, clay, watercolour, acrylic and oil paint. Here are some action shots of them while they work on their final artworks for this year.

Year 11 Art Making and Exhibiting

This week, our Year 11 students had an exciting experience in the art room: using oil paint for the very first time!

Students were introduced to blending, layering, and texturing methods unique to oil paints. They learned to achieve soft gradients, experiment with thick and thin layers, and understand how oil paint allows for intricate details and vibrant color.

Disability Inclusion - Wheeltalk

Mount Ridley's ESP students recently participated in a wheelchair basketball event, which was met with tremendous enthusiasm and engagement. Students quickly grasped the key skills involved and competed in a spirited basketball match. This experience provided an invaluable opportunity to build confidence and foster connections among peers, making it an inspiring and empowering activity for all participants. Beyond the physical and competitive aspects, students gained a deeper understanding of inclusion and the importance of gratitude, learning not to take life's opportunities for granted.

MRC- Bunnings BBQ

On Sunday, November 10th, the MRC community hosted a vibrant Bunnings BBQ fundraiser to support the Under 15 girls’ basketball team as they prepare for the 2024 Australian Schools Basketball Championships on the Gold Coast.

This talented group of young athletes, who earned the state title in 2023, now has their sights set on the national stage.

The fundraiser was a tremendous success, thanks to the dedication of MRC staff members and the students as well as the generosity of the Craigieburn community. With every sausage sold, we were able to support these young champions pursue their dreams, and the turnout was truly heart warming.

The team is excited and motivated to represent the college and showcase their skills on a national level. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported the event and contributed to making this experience possible for the girls. A big thank you to Bunnings and our local community for rallying behind us, your support means the world to these students!

A special thank you to the following staff members who volunteered their time to ensure the BBQ was a success:

Mr. Burafato

Ms. Williams

Ms. Scarpini

Mr. Neal

Mr. Stewart

Mr. Cauchi

Mr. McGregor

Ms. Eishoei

Mr. Carroll

The team are incredibly grateful for your support!

Mr. Wadwell & U15 Girls Basketball Team

Lunch Time Activity - Philosophy Club

This term, students have been eagerly participating in our Lunchtime Philosophy Club! Every week, a group of curious thinkers gathers to explore thought-provoking questions and engage in deep discussions about life, ethics, and the world around us.

The club offers a fantastic opportunity for students to expand their minds, share ideas, and build confidence in expressing their views. We’re thrilled to see such enthusiasm and intellectual curiosity- keep up the great discussions, Philosophy Club!

Pathways

We are incredibly proud to announce that three of our Year 12 students have secured full-time apprenticeships, marking a significant milestone in their careers. Mark Cooper has embarked on an exciting journey in the cookery field, where his passion for culinary arts will surely flourish.

Cruz Lam-Cheung and Rick Eastlake have both secured apprenticeships within the automotive industry, a testament to their dedication and skills in this dynamic field.

The pathways team has supported and guided all students throughout the process, ensuring they were well-prepared for these opportunities.

Congratulations to Mark, Cruz and Rick on their remarkable achievements. We wish them all the best as they begin these promising new chapters in their professional lives.

The Pathways team (Alicia Fama, Trish Gentile, Riley Davies)

Hume Whittlesea LLEN Vocational Education Awards 2024.

Ms. Alicia Fama and Ms. Trish Gentile from the Pathways team attended the Annual Hume Whittlesea LLEN Vocational Awards 2024 on Wednesday 20th November, where we celebrated students who have excelled in their VET certificates this year. We would like to congratulate the following students who were nominated and received a certificate and a voucher: Mark Cooper, Alexander Kostopoulos, Rick Eastlake, Christabel Appiah, Sargi Saini, and Maryam Birwari.Well done to all the recipients for their hard work and dedication!

Pathways Team

Yr 12 students at the end of the last exam