INCLUSIVE EDUCATION CENTRE
Diving into Water Safety and Fun!
As part of their sport program, our IEC students have been participating in a 10-week swimming program at the Inverell Aquatic Centre. A highlight of the program has been completing the Water Survival Challenge, developed in consultation with Royal Life Saving Australia.
Students demonstrated vital water safety skills, including safely entering and exiting the pool, walking five metres without losing balance, and swimming continuously for 20 minutes. These skills form an important foundation for confidence and safety in and around water.
To celebrate their achievements, students enjoyed some well-earned fun in the pool. Throughout the program, all students have shown respectful behaviour towards members of the public sharing the space — a reflection of the strong values our IEC students uphold.
The swimming sessions will continue until the end of term, and we congratulate all students for their effort and enthusiasm. Parents, carers, and students should be very proud of these accomplishments!
Car Yard Visit
A group of IEC Work Studies students visited Gaukroger's Used Car lot this week. They gained some tips and a better understanding around buying a used car. They learnt how to check tyre tread, weighing up colour and style against affordability and practicality.
A big thank you Chad for giving us a tour and advice.
Year 12 English Studies
Students in the Intensive English Centre (IEC) have engaged in a creative project that showcases the rich tapestry of multicultural influences that shape Australian culture. The Multicultural Tree serves as a vibrant representation of the diverse backgrounds of not only the local, but also the wider Australian community. Students were excited to learn about and engage with the unique contributions this cultures made to Australian society. Each branch of the tree symbolises a different culture, adorned with leaves that illustrate key elements such as traditions, languages, and values. Through this activity, students have explored how these cultural elements coexist and enrich the broader Australian identity, fostering a deeper understanding of their own heritage and the importance of cultural diversity.
As students dived into their research, they uncovered fascinating insights about various cultures, from Indigenous Australian traditions to the vibrant customs of immigrant communities. For instance, some students highlighted the significance of storytelling in Aboriginal culture, which emphasises connection to land and family, while others showcased the culinary contributions of different ethnic groups, reflecting the fusion of flavours that defines Australian cuisine today. By utilising the Multicultural Tree as a visual and interactive tool, students not only celebrated their own identities but also recognised the collective strength that comes from embracing diversity. This project has empowered them to articulate their cultural narratives, fostering a sense of pride and belonging within the multicultural landscape of Australia.
Newton’s Laws of Physics
In Week 6 the IM class was testing Newton’s laws of physics. Where they designed a padding for a raw egg to see if it would survive a fall from 5-7m. Some eggs came to the end while one egg survived.
