WHAT'S BEEN HAPPENING (1 of 2)
AFL BOOM DAY
BY IVAN SESKIS (DEPUTY PRINCIPAL OF TEACHING & LEARNING)
If you thought the atmosphere at BHCS felt a bit more electric than usual on Thursday, March 5th, you were spot on! We officially kicked off our very first BOOM Day (Bring On Optimistic Moments) and it’s safe to say we really kicked a goal with this one.
The school was transformed into a vibrant sea of AFL jumpers, and our students certainly didn’t handball the responsibility of looking their best. From the classic black and white of the Magpies to the bold black and yellow of the Tigers, it was a top-shelf display of team loyalty. The day was defined by a shared sense of team spirit that stayed well within the boundary lines.
At BHCS, we know that optimism isn't just about kicking goal after goal when things are easy; it’s about resilience and connection. Seeing students from different year levels bonding over their favourite clubs reminds us that our community is so encouraging.
These "optimistic moments" help us climb the ladder of belonging, ensuring no one is left on the interchange bench when it comes to our school culture.
A massive cheer squad salute goes to the students and staff who donned their colours and roved the school ground with such positivity. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just here for the half-time snacks, getting involved in these events adds so much joy to the school day. There are so many opportunities at BHCS to get involved in a variety of events, and we love seeing our students keep their eye on the ball and jump into school life.
It was a premiership-level day! The vibes were high, and nobody got reported for having too much fun!
Thank you to everyone who participated and brought such a match-winning attitude to school. Let’s make sure we don’t fumble this momentum; let’s keep that BOOM energy going through the rest of the year!
YEAR 10 HUMANITIES EXCURSION
BY ELIJAH HALLIDAY (YEAR 10 TEACHER)
On Wednesday 11 March, the Year 10 students visited the Melbourne Holocaust Museum in Elsternwick. It was a deeply moving experience that complemented our study of World War II as part of Year 10 Humanities.
Students spent time interacting with source documents from the Holocaust, which highlighted both the discrimination and persecution leveled against Jews in Germany in the 1930s. They also had a guided tour of some of the exhibits in the Museum, where they were able to see many artifacts and come face-to-face with stories of both victims and survivors.
The highlight of the excursion was the rare opportunity to hear from a Holocaust survivor, Sarah Saaroni OAM. At 99 years of age, Sarah continues to share her story with students, offering an inspiring and firsthand perspective on history. Our students were privileged to participate in a Q&A session, gaining deeper insight into her lived experience.
Many students were profoundly moved by the realisation that they are part of the final generation capable of hearing these testimonies firsthand. We trust this experience will not only enrich their historical understanding but also foster greater empathy in how they interact with their local communities and beyond.
VCE PHYSICS EXCURSION
BY ZACK GRACE (PHYSICS TEACHER)
Who said Physics is a boring subject? Nobody. That's right. Physics is almost always very interesting, and a suitable example of this fun was the Year 12 Physics Luna Park excursion that took place on Friday 6th March.
Going on rides is fun, but it's even more fun when the force, acceleration, momentum changes and kinetic energy can be measured, quantified and analysed using Newtonian motion. It was both a super fun day and a great chance to deepen the learning of Physics concepts. Both are possible at the same time!
