Year 8 News

Year 8 Geography: Blackburn Lake Sanctuary Field Work

Year 8 Geography classes participated in fieldwork at the Blackburn Lake Sanctuary. Students were researching three different landscapes: Wetlands, woodland and human, with a view to examining whether Blackburn Lake deserves the designation of a sanctuary. Field work provides the opportunity for students to experience the environment firsthand. 

“Going to Blackburn Lake Sanctuary and participating in the fieldwork allowed us to think about the environment and nature, as well as how humans affect this environment. We learnt many things about the Indigenous history of the Sanctuary as well.” Isabelle D 

“When we went to Blackburn Lake it was not only fun, but it was also a really good learning experience” Xavier F. 

The Project Officer for the City of Whitehorse always welcomes students from Vermont Secondary College due to their respect towards the staff, environment and towards their teachers.  Many thanks to Mr. Pearson, Ms Di Benedetto and Ms Binks for supporting teachers and students on the day.

Inter-House Year 8 Netball Competition.

Over the last few days, the Year 8 Student Management Team organised a lunchtime competition for students to play netball against each other. The result was:

Monday: Macedon vs Stirling      Score 17-15

Tuesday: Hotham vs Macedon    Score 11-16

Wednesday: Hotham vs Stirling   Score 17-22

All three House Teams demonstrated excellent teamwork, cooperation and conducted themselves well during the matches. Participation was very high. Congratulations to Macedon on their win. A big thank you to Ms Richards for umpiring and support from Year 9 girls who assisted during the matches.