In the Classroom

Science in Action – 3 Yellow and 3 Beige Explore Heat Transfer

Students in 3 Yellow and 3 Beige recently conducted a fun and engaging “Spoons and Heat” investigation to explore how heat transfers through different materials. The big question was:

Which spoon material melts butter the fastest in hot water?

Using spoons made from plastic, metal, wood, and ceramic, students placed a small piece of butter on the tip of each and observed which one melted the butter the fastest. They timed their results with a stopwatch and recorded their findings in a results table.

Before starting the experiment, students made predictions about which material would be the best conductor of heat. After the test, they compared their predictions to the actual results to see if they were correct—many discovered that metal conducted heat the fastest, while materials like wood and plastic were insulators.

This hands-on investigation helped students build their understanding of heat transfer and scientific vocabulary, while having lots of fun!

1 Silver- Area

1 Silver has been busy, budding mathematicians as they explored the concept of area using informal units! To help develop their spatial awareness and early measurement skills, students used hands-on materials like counting blocks to cover surfaces and compare sizes. They discovered that area is all about how much space a shape takes up, and they had great fun working in teams to estimate and measure the area of books, desks, placemats, and even their own handprints!

Using blocks as informal units helped students understand that the more blocks it takes to cover a surface, the larger the area. This concrete, engaging learning experience built foundational mathematical understanding in a way that was active, visual, and fun. Well done, 1 Silver!

9C Geography Sustainable Biomes

Year 9C Geography explored the wonders of sustainable biomes through a fun and educational scavenger hunt! Students worked in teams to find clues, solve challenges, and test their knowledge on how biomes function

Kindy Red Friends of Ten

Kindy Red has been learning all about their friends of ten. They created ice-cream cones with the different combinations of their friends of ten. Such a yummy way to learn. 

Year 9 Food Technology 

"Flavors without borders! 🌎🍴 I'm beyond proud of my Stage 5 Food Technology students who embarked on a culinary journey around the world, bringing the vibrant flavours of Korea, Lebanon, Greece, and Mexico to life in the kitchen! 🌟 From spicy Korean cucumber salad accompanied with fried rice and beef stir fry to a rich Lebanese Tabouli and rice with chicken and spicy potatoes, Greek moussaka inspired pasta bake, and Mexican tacos, our students showcased their creativity, skills, and passion for food. If a culinary experience wasn't enough, each group brought with them iconic decorations to celebrate the authenticity of their cuisine. Their dishes were not only delicious but also a testament to the multicultural influences that shape Australian cuisine 👨‍🍳 

A huge congratulations to our MCHF Year 9 Food Technology students on an outstanding practical assessment – you truly are the future foodies of Australia! 🍴💕

A special thanks to Ms Safi, who was standing proud with our students representing our cultural background, Lebanon

Mrs J Botros

Leader of Learning: TAS

Exciting Blend of Sounds with Ms. Tracey!

Join us for a fun and engaging journey as we work with Ms. Tracey to explore the magic of blending sounds to create words! Through interactive activities and creative games, students will enhance their phonemic awareness while discovering the joy of language. This dynamic experience fosters collaboration and learning, making it a delightful addition to our curriculum. We can't wait to see our young learners thrive as they playfully master the art of word creation!

Year 9 Arabic Class

Wrapping up Term 2 with the Year 9 Arabic class, the best way we know how — with food, laughter, and a whole lot of love for Lebanon! 

9.2 Science: Explore the Solar System Through Creative Posters

This term, 9.2 Science students have been journeying through space as part of their unit on The Solar System—and to showcase their learning, they put their creativity to the test by designing informative and eye-catching posters.

7.3 Science: Bring Cells to Life!

In preparation for the upcoming Science Fair, our talented Year 7.3 Science students have been diving into the microscopic world of cells—and bringing their learning to life through creative posters and 3D models. This hands-on project allowed students to demonstrate their understanding of cell biology visually and tangibly. Not only did they strengthen their grasp of scientific concepts, but they also practiced important skills such as research, communication, creativity, and collaboration.