Secondary 11/12
Term 3
Year 11
Friday the 29th of August the Year 11s participated in the Presentation Ball. It was truly a night to remember! Students began the day by getting ready, with hair and makeup done and suits and dresses donned. Thankfully held up against the inclement weather!
Parents and students met at their limo pickup point for photos and a toast, before going on a cruise around town on their way to the Ivanhoe Centre.
The mood was high as the group spent a few hours getting professional photos and having one final run through. The presentations themselves were wonderful, with laughter, tears, and pride all shining through. Thank you to student representatives Matt Turkington and Catarina Nguy for their excellent speeches!
Students showcased the dances they had been learning for the last 12 weeks to rapturous applause, capping off a long stretch of hard work. A big achievement for all involved.
After dinner, families joined the Year 11s in cutting up the dancefloor long into the evening. Such was the enthusiasm, rumour has it that the hall maintenance team are still trying to buff the scorch marks out of the floor.
Overall the Presentation Ball was a wonderful experience for everyone involved, with many already anointing it the best night of their lives.
Year 12
This term, our Year 12 students participated in a heart-warming and eye-opening program ‘Story of My Life’, where they had the unique opportunity to interview 13 volunteers from our local community about their life journeys.
Over several weeks, students engaged in one-on-one interviews, listening to stories that spanned decades, cultures, and experiences. From stories of migration, career challenges, and personal achievements, each conversation offered a window into lives lived with purpose, courage, and change.
The aim of the program was to help students develop empathy, active listening skills, and a deeper understanding of history and society from a personal perspective not just from textbooks. It also encouraged them to reflect on their own lives and futures.
The volunteers, many of whom were grandparents or long-time residents, were generous with their time and stories. Students carefully recorded their conversations, and even compiled presentations to share with the class.
We thank all 13 volunteers for their invaluable contributions and the warmth with which they welcomed our students into their lives. Programs like Story of My Life remind us all that every person has a story worth telling and hearing.
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