Voices on the Journey 

Kevin Y.

2 Navigators

• What was your first day at School/GEPS like?

  - I was kind of nervous as I didn't know all the people. Then it went well later in the day. 

• What are 3 words to describe your school Journey?

  - Fun 

  - Exciting

  - Happy

• What is something new you've learned this year?

  - Division 

• If your learning journey was a vehicle (rocket, bike, boat etc) what would it be and why?

  - A car, because cars are fast and I learn fast

• If you could go on an adventure anywhere, where would you go and who would you take with you?

  - I would like to go to a beach with my friend Mahmoud. 

Tuvan A. 

3 Navigators

• What was your first day at School/GEPS like?

  - It was good, a little nervous but good.

• What are 3 words to describe your school Journey?

  - Fun

  - Learning

  - Playing

• What is something new you've learned this year?

  - Division

• If your learning journey was a vehicle (rocket, bike, boat etc), what would it be and why?

  - A car, because it suits my learning journey.

• If you could go on an adventure anywhere, where would you go and who would you take with you?

  -  I would go to a mountain with my family. 

   

Najah Achrakie

Class Teacher - 3/2 Navigators  

• What was your first day at School/GEPS like?

  - My first day at this school was actually during my work experience in 2012. I remember feeling a mix of excitement and nerves, but I was immediately welcomed by a supportive staff and a warm school community. That experience confirmed for me that this was a place where I could grow and truly make a difference.

• What are 3 words to describe your school Journey?

  - Growth, resilience, connection.

• What is something new you've learned this year?

  - This year, I’ve deepened my understanding of how to support diverse learners. I’ve also learned the importance of student agency—giving students more voice in their learning leads to stronger engagement and outcomes.

• If your learning journey was a vehicle (rocket, bike, boat etc) what would it be and why?

  - My journey would be a rocket. It started with a strong launch during my early experiences here, and over time it has continued to accelerate, taking me through new challenges, opportunities, and growth. There have been moments of turbulence, but each one has pushed me further forward.

• If you could go on an adventure anywhere, where would you go and who would you take with you?

  - I would go on an adventure around the world, exploring different cultures. I’d take my family, so we could learn and experience new places together.

Frances Kanaan

Student Wellbeing Officer

• What was your first day at School/GEPS like?

  - My first day at GEPS was daunting, I think mainly because I did not know anyone, everything felt different and strange.

• What are 3 words to describe your school Journey?

  - Relationships

  - Time 

  - Enjoyable

• What is something new you've learned this year?

  - I learned that Dari and Farsi are two dialects of the same language.

• If your learning journey was a vehicle (rocket, bike, boat etc) what would it be and why?

  - It would be a Ferrari because I want to go as quickly as possible to feel that I am making a positive impact at GEPS.

• If you could go on an adventure anywhere, where would you go and who would you take with you?

  - We had planned to go to Lebanon in July with my in-laws and with all the cousins, but the trip had to be cancelled due to the war. I love going to the Lebanon because it is so different to Australia and the family and people we meet are so kind, warm, fun and hospitable. I also love the mountains. This is where I would go and always with my husband and three children.