Learning News 

The Bag Challenge!

V12, V16 & V20 students have been investigating recycled and upcycled products as part of Design and Technology. They looked at how reusing and upcycling can have positive effects on our environment through reducing waste and the energy and resources to make new products. 

Students were given a design challenge: Design a bag using recycled and upcycled materials to suit a specific purpose. In response, they researched different types of bags and their uses as well as the types of materials needed to create bags that would be sustainable and fit for purpose.

Using labelled designs, they have spent the last few weeks bringing their ideas to life. Many students have also been learning new techniques and using unfamiliar tools to construct their bags. The new techniques have included sewing, braiding and finger crocheting. 

Students have had a great deal of fun designing and making their bags. They have demonstrated a willingness to challenge themselves by learning new construction methods through hands-on learning. They are looking forward to completing their bags and using them.

Values Awards

Our Values Awards are announced at each assembly. Staff are looking to acknowledge students who are demonstrating any of our 3 values, Respect, Honesty and Courage, throughout the school day. This could be in learning time, when moving around the school or visiting different areas such as the office. Below are our winners from the week 9 assembly. 

Values Tickets