Around the College
Winter Clothes Donation
The Year 12 Youth Ministry Team is striving to spread awareness about homelessness, especially during the cold winter months and the recent Vinnies CEO Sleepout that occurred on the 20th of June. We only ask that you present this informative video to your students and lead them in prayer for those experiencing homelessness as well as bring their attention to the Interactive Sleepout Activity our class is running at lunch Thursday the 27th of June outside of SS2. This includes a bake sale and display of how homeless people experience day-to-day life. There are posters to come soon with additional information.
Learn more: HERE
Wild Dog Backyard Ultra
Congratulations to Travis Newton, Sports Leader at Mary MacKillop Catholic Regional College! Travis took on the enormous challenge of the Wild Dog Backyard Ultra last weekend, running an impressive 100km with over 2000m elevation. After 15 hours of running, Travis rang the bell to tap out. What an inspiring achievement! Congratulations from all of the staff and students, your determination and endurance is an inspiration to us all!
Year 10 Agriculture Class Cultivates Skills and Knowledge in New Garden Project
The Year 10 Agriculture class at our school is embarking on an exciting hands-on project: preparing a garden to enhance their understanding of gardening, culinary herbs, and the importance of legumes in the nitrogen cycle. This initiative aims to equip students with essential gardening skills and practical knowledge that extends beyond the classroom.
Located directly outside the Food Technology classroom, the garden project serves multiple purposes. It provides a dynamic, outdoor learning environment where students can engage with the soil, understand plant growth, and appreciate the importance of sustainable practices. Under the guidance of their Agriculture teacher (Mr Daniel Isgro), the students are involved in all stages of the garden's development—from planning and soil preparation to planting and maintenance.
A key focus of the project is to familiarize students with a variety of culinary herbs. Herbs such as basil, rosemary, thyme, and mint are being planted, offering students a tangible understanding of their growth requirements, care, and culinary uses. This knowledge will be invaluable for students as they progress to the Food Technology classes, where they will use these fresh herbs in their cooking, enhancing the flavours of their culinary creations.
Another vital aspect of the garden is the inclusion of legumes, such as beans and peas. Legumes play a crucial role in the nitrogen cycle, a fundamental concept in agriculture and environmental science. Through this project, students learn how legumes fix nitrogen in the soil, improving its fertility and supporting the growth of other plants. This hands-on experience reinforces their understanding of biological processes and the importance of sustainable farming practices.
The garden project not only provides immediate educational benefits but also offers long-term advantages. Future Food Technology classes will have access to fresh, home-grown produce, promoting healthy eating and reducing the need for store-bought ingredients. This initiative fosters a sense of responsibility and pride among students as they see the direct impact of their work on the school community. - Daniel Isgro, Teacher
Robotis Bioloid Experience
This Term 2, the following students (Matthew Meadley, Shannon Baker, Xavier Saulle, Patrick Fraval and Hamish Clarke) embarked on a thrilling journey into the world of robotics. Over the course of ten weeks, these budding engineers delved into programming using the C language, working hands-on with the versatile Bioloid robot.
The Bioloid robot, known for its flexibility and advanced features, provided an excellent platform for students to explore robotics. Through a series of engaging lessons, they learned to write and debug code, control the robot's movements, and understand the fundamentals of robotics and automation.
The sessions were not just about coding; they were about fostering problem-solving skills, teamwork, and creativity.
Congratulations to all the participants for their hard work and dedication. We look forward to seeing more innovative projects in the future and hope this experience inspires more students to explore the fascinating world of robotics!
The College would like to thank Gippsland Tech School for providing the Robots and the learning Resources. - Edson Letendrie, Learning & Teaching Leader - eLearning
Watch the video clip - Click HERE
Year 10 Work Experience
During her week with the Bass Coast Shire Council Communications Team on her Year 10 Work Experience placement, Amelie Gully wrote a news story that has been published on their website. You can read it HERE. Congratulations to Amelie!
Author Visit: Scot Gardner
Young Adult Fiction author, Scot Gardner, came to visit the year 8 students for a presentation on Friday the 14th of June. Scot entertained his audience with a video of his working day. He told amusing anecdotes, complete with realistic sound effects. He also explained how inspiration comes to him for his novels. Scot has written many fiction books about teenagers finding their place in the world, including Burning Eddy, One Dead Seagull and The Dead I know. - Beth Montgomery, Learning Resource Leader
