Vocational Major

Personal Development Studies (PDS)

Last Thursday Cr John Durmesq paid a visit to our school to come and speak with Year 11's about his role in the Eltham community. Cr John is the member for Eltham in Nillumbikshire council and former mayor. His approach has always been to try and make people in Eltham happier by listening to their voices and acting on their behalf to make positive change. Cr John encouraged students to take action and get involved in community action.

The 11PDS class has been exploring what makes a strong community and how to stay connected to community and avoid becoming isolated. The school community is one we take for granted until we don't have it any more and this ease of connection can be difficult to come by unless you actively engage in trying. Joining local community groups like the Nillumbuk Youth Hub or joining a sports club or local library can keep you connected to others in the community.

"To have a strong community you need to be able to have trust in those around you with clear communication with each other and a desire to participate" - Lachlan Tesch 11S

DANIEL PRICE, VM Teacher