Out and About

Health Careers Forum

Six energetic Year 11 students attended the Careers in Health Forum last week, hosted by the Albury Wodonga Career Advisers Association and held at La Trobe University in Wodonga. Students were given an initial briefing in the lecture theatre and watched an “interdisciplinary health session” in response to a staged incident, in this case a minor car accident. The session demonstrated the different clinical roles in patient care and how these services work together. Students then moved into separate groups and attended 4 specific health career sessions of their choice, hearing from current practising professionals about their daily jobs and their pathways to where they are now.  We look forward to attending this event next year to allow students to explore health career pathways.

Outdoor and Environmental Studies

Trip report written by Leonard Comerford. Thanks to Lenny and Kate for taking the students on this challenging journey.

From May 1st to 3rd, students from the Year 11 Outdoor and Environmental Studies class embarked on an exhilarating three-day hiking expedition through the breathtaking landscapes of Hotham Heights to Mount Feathertop.

Day 1: Diamantina Hut to Dibbins Hut.

Our journey commenced at Diamantina Hut, where we enjoyed a morning tea before trekking towards the summit of Mount Hotham. The route took us towards Mt. Loch and then descended past Derrick Hut, concluding at Dibbins Hut after a challenging but scenic 10 km hike. Upon reaching Dibbins Hut, students set up camp and engaged in an unofficial "Master Chef" competition, with dishes including steak with peas and mash, burritos, and stir-fry noodles. The evening was filled with card games and stories by the fire, capped by an early bedtime in preparation for the next day's challenges.

Day 2: Mount Feathertop via Diamantina Spur.

After packing up camp, we set out for Federation Hut via the challenging Diamantina Spur. The trail demanded determination and offered spectacular views of Mount Fainter, the Razorback, and Mount Feathertop. As students reached the top of the spur, they were greeted by a spectacular sunset, its red glow enhanced by smoke from planned burns in the area, adding a dramatic effect to the already stunning scenery.

Day 3: Federation Hut to Diamantina Hut.

Awakening to a crisp morning, we began our final day with a sunrise trek to the summit of Mount Feathertop. After breakfast, we packed up and stopped by the Tom Kneen Spring to refill our water supplies before beginning our journey across the Razorback to Diamantina Hut. This last leg was a reflective 10 km trek, culminating in a well-deserved stop for pies in Bright before returning to school.

Alpine Environments

This week, some Middle School students embarked on an overnight journey to Pretty Valley Hut. The Year 8 and 10 students who have selected this subject, kicked off the adventure with a 16-kilometer circuit hike, pausing at Mt Jim. Throughout the day, different students took on the role of navigator to reach different destinations along the route. As evening fell, we gathered around the fire at our base camp, enjoying dinner and charades.

On Wednesday we had a slow, frosty morning, and students independently completed a nature diary. Students experienced sitting for 40 minutes and enjoyed their own company and quiet time in the bush. On the way home we stopped at Mount McKay for our final lunch spot before heading back to school. Thanks to Mel and Chris for facilitating this experience for the students. Gorgeous photos taken by Mel.