Secondary School

Year 8

Italian Cheese Tasting Class

On Monday, July 28th, we had a fantastic lesson in Italian where we got to taste-test cheese! We tried six different types of cheeses, including Tasty, Parmesan, Aged Parmesan, Mozzarella, Bocconcini and Gorgonzola. We had to rate each type of cheese using three categories: Aroma, Texture and Flavour. For each category, we had to rate them out of 5, and then we gave an overall score, which could be a maximum of 15 points. The cheeses that most people preferred were the fresh cheeses: Mozzarella and Bocconcini. 

We watched a video on how Parmesan cheese wheels are made in Italy. Some of the facts include: 

1. Parmesan cheese can only be made in Emilia-Romagna; otherwise, it is considered fake cheese.
2. It takes 6 to 12 months for the salt to enter the centre of the cheese wheel.
3. The oldest cheese wheel in the factory is 22 years old and is believed to be the oldest in the world.
4. They only used raw milk to make the cheese.

Written by Charlotte Harris (Year 8)

Year 9

Year 9 Begins Their Beacon Journey with Work Ready Workshop

On Tuesday, our Year 9 students participated in a Beacon-led Work Ready session designed to develop key employability skills for future success. The workshop focused on communication, teamwork, presentation and interview readiness, laying a strong foundation for navigating real-world workplace environments.

This session marks the first stage of their Beacon journey, with students now preparing for the Real Industry Job Interviews taking place in Week 6. It was a valuable opportunity for students to reflect on their personal strengths, gain insights into workplace expectations and build the confidence needed to step into future career pathways.

Science and Engineering Challenge – A Day of Innovation and Discovery

Students from Years 8 to 10 recently represented Moama Anglican Grammar at the University of Newcastle’s Science and Engineering Challenge in Bendigo. This national STEM outreach program inspires students to explore future study and careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. The day-long event featured engaging, hands-on challenges that encouraged students to think like scientists and engineers as they tackled real-world problems in team-based activities.

From constructing model bridges and houses to launching flying devices, solving electrical circuit puzzles and decoding Morse code, students demonstrated creativity, collaboration and critical thinking across a wide range of tasks.

We’re proud to share that our team placed third overall, a fantastic achievement that reflects their enthusiasm, teamwork and problem-solving skills. Thank you to our staff, volunteers and event organisers for making this valuable learning experience possible.

Annie the Musical - Melbourne Excursion

Before the sun had fully risen, a group of excited students from Years 7 - 12 gathered at Echuca Station, ready for a big day in the city. Our journey to Melbourne began with smiles, snacks, and plenty of anticipation as we boarded the train en route to see Annie the Musical at the Princess Theatre.

After navigating the city loop and arriving at Melbourne Central, students enjoyed an early lunch and some time to explore the buzzing atmosphere of the city. From there, we walked to the beautifully restored Princess Theatre to experience the magic of Annie live on stage.

The performance did not disappoint. A standout highlight for many students was the energy and precision of the young performers playing Annie and the orphans—their choreography and stage presence were nothing short of inspiring. But perhaps the biggest star of the day was the dog, Sandy, who stole hearts with every appearance and was unanimously declared a crowd favourite.

After the show, we spent some time exploring Spencer Outlet Centre before catching the train to Bendigo and continuing the final leg of our journey home by coach. It was during this last stretch of the trip that we shared some exciting news with the students—our very own school production, How to Survive Being in a Shakespeare Play, will take the stage this November!

After witnessing the professionalism and talent on display at Annie, there was a definite buzz in the air, with many students already eager to get involved. Audition packs will be released shortly, and we can’t wait to see what our students bring to the stage.

Shire of Campaspe Youth Summit

On Tuesday, 29 July, nine students from Years 7–11 travelled to the Kyabram Bocce Club to participate in the annual Shire of Campaspe Youth Summit. Students collaborated with peers from other secondary schools across the Shire, including those from Echuca, Rochester and Kyabram.

The first half of the day was led by a group called Young Entrepreneurs. Their interactive presentation focused on how to bring an idea to fruition. Following this, student groups were set the task of identifying a local need—particularly one relevant to youth within the Shire of Campaspe—and developing their ideas further.

The students came up with some fantastic initiatives! These included resources for young people about local casual employment, information about career opportunities and a proposed youth hub designed to encourage greater participation in community events.

In the afternoon, members of the Shire of Campaspe attended the summit to engage with the students. The Mayor, Cr Dan Mackerell, was present, along with other community representatives, including Senior Constable Shane Roberts and Mrs Cynthia Opie, who works in community health at Echuca Regional Health (ERH). It was terrific for our students to see that adults in our local area care about—and are willing to listen to—the ideas of young people.

Moama Anglican Grammar students were active participants throughout the day. They demonstrated confidence, creative thinking, and strong interpersonal skills, engaging positively with all attendees.