English/Literacy

12 Hours, 7 Teams: The Write a Book in a Day Marathon

On Wednesday, 13th September, our annual ‘Write a Book in a Day’ event took place from 8 am to 8 pm. This year we had an impressive turnout with 7 teams, amounting to 66 students, participating in this literary endeavour.

Each team, consisting of 8-10 students, came together to author and illustrate a book in a tight 12-hour window. The event was a vibrant ground for nurturing creativity and fostering teamwork, pushing students to enhance their communication and problem-solving abilities to meet the ambitious parameters set for them. It was heartening to see our students pulling together, leveraging each other's strengths to reach their goals and successfully submit their finalised books before the 8 pm deadline.

Beyond the development of these essential skills, the event holds a deeper significance; it supports a noble cause. The national competition is a fundraising initiative that channels all proceeds to children’s cancer research. Moreover, the created books will be shared with young patients in hospitals nationwide through an online library, serving a dual purpose of education and bringing joy to children affected by cancer.

Literacy Leaders NAIDOC Week

During NAIDOC Week, our student Literacy Leaders fostered community relations by visiting Lyndale Greens Primary School. The primary objective of this visit was to engage primary school students in a literacy activity centred around Indigenous picture books. Our leaders guided the younger learners to explore and appreciate the rich and diverse narratives in the picture books, encouraging a deeper understanding of First Nations peoples and their cultures. This endeavour not only facilitated a nurturing learning environment but also allowed our students to heighten their communication skills, further establishing a bond with the local community through educational collaboration.

Food Drive

In a display of community spirit, the Readers Revolt club participants at Lyndale Secondary College joined forces with the local Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC) for a two-week food drive that kicked off on 7th August. 

The initiative, which focused on collecting canned vegetables and legumes, facilitated a way for the Lyndale community to contribute to a larger cause. Led by student Ciya Joseph, the drive successfully rallied the community, encouraging them to "reach out with a helping hand" to aid families and individuals seeking asylum. The effort ensured that a considerable number of people received much-needed food security through the food donations gathered. 

The community responded warmly to the call for donations, demonstrating the power of collective effort in supporting a noble cause.  

Kalli Ioannou-Booth

Director of Whole School Literacy