Sustainability Club

Sustainability Club Tuesdays 1:40pm - 2:15pm

Over the past fortnight, our Sustainability Club has been actively engaged in various eco-friendly endeavours. From watering our garden beds to exploring the crops, members have been dedicated to fostering green practices within our school community. They recently harvested sugar snap peas, enjoying the fruits of their labor with a tasty snack. Additionally, the club stumbled upon fallen sugar cane, seizing the opportunity to harvest and taste it, further deepening their understanding of sustainable agriculture.

Indigital Program

In the latest fortnight of our Indigital program, students embarked on a journey of cultural exploration and digital creativity. With a blend of traditional art techniques and modern digital tools, they delved into the rich heritage of the First Nations people while honing their skills in 3D design.

One of the highlights was the innovative art session where students utilised resources from nature to create meaningful representations. Armed with sticks from the garden and black ink, they sketched intricate designs of manna gum and Witchetty grub onto watercolour backgrounds. These artworks served not only as expressions of creativity but also as symbols of their deepening understanding of the indigenous cultures that have shaped our area. Before delving into their art-making, students were introduced to the concept of Indigenous Cultural Intellectual Property (ICIP) rights. They learned how ICIP rights empower First Nations peoples to control the use and dissemination of their cultural knowledge, ensuring that their heritage is honoured and protected in the face of increasing commercialisation and appropriation. By integrating this knowledge into their creative process, students were not only inspired to create art that celebrates Indigenous cultures but also committed to upholding the principles of respect, consent, and acknowledgment in their work.

Following the art session, students were introduced to Tinkercad, a tool for digital design. They explored the realm of 3D modelling, laying the groundwork for their next creative steps. I was amazed at how quickly the students picked up the knowledge and began ‘tinkering’ themselves, creating 3D objects.

As the Indigital program continues to evolve, we look forward to witnessing the incredible growth and creativity of our students as they continue to explore and make connections that bridge the past, present, and future. Stay tuned for more updates as our journey of discovery and creativity unfolds in the weeks to come.

Want to help out?

Thank you for your ongoing support and participation. If you would like to become involved please reach out to Aasta through the office, Art room, or via email at aasta.dearnaley@education.vic.gov.au. Your contribution makes a difference and more helpers means more students can join!

All parent volunteers are required to have a free Working With Children Check (WWCC). If you don't have one you can find the details here: https://service.vic.gov.au/services/working-with-children