Senior School News
Students unite for International Women's Day Breakfast
To celebrate International Women's Day, we hosted a breakfast at the College for our Year 11 and 12 students last Wednesday. This year, we were privileged to be joined by guest speaker, Hannah Vasicek, CEO and founder of Francesca Collections.
Hannah shared her incredible journey from making jewellery at 12 to attending the Hollywood Golden Globes at 22 and growing Francesca into a successful and beloved brand with an international online presence and stores in Hobart and Melbourne.
She also spoke about Francesca’s mission to give back, her work with Be Hers, her advocacy for women facing human trafficking and her experiences as a woman in business.
For Hannah, her biggest legacy is proving that it's possible to have a sustainable and profitable business while giving back to the community. Her advice for our students is simple: Believe in yourself, find your passion and do what truly makes you happy.
The breakfast was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the achievements, contributions and resilience of women in our community – both here at SMC and beyond. A big thank you to Hannah for leading such important conversations and inspiring our future leaders!
Environmental Science class explores Hobart Rivulet
The Year 10 Environmental Science class has been diligently analysing the biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) features of the Hobart Rivulet. Their recent fieldwork included visits to both the lower and upper reaches of the rivulet, providing a comprehensive study of this important waterway.
During their visit to the lower part of the rivulet in South Hobart, students conducted water testing and were surprised by the large amount of weeds and rubbish, indicative of a more urbanised environment. This experience highlighted the impact of human activity on natural ecosystems.
Last Friday saw the class travel to the upper reaches of the rivulet at O'Gradys Falls in Ferntree. Here, they observed a cooler, wetter environment with much colder and cleaner water. The students identified scats from native animals and discovered a diverse range of fungi species. This contrast provided valuable insights into how environmental conditions vary along the rivulet.
The students will now analyse various water features, including turbidity, pH, temperature, phosphorus, dissolved oxygen and nitrogen levels between the two sites. Additionally, they will examine freshwater microorganisms under the microscope to gain a deeper understanding of the ecosystem's health.
A highlight of their fieldwork was the unexpected sighting of a platypus at both the lower and upper reaches of the rivulet, a rare and exciting discovery for the students and bushwalkers alike.
This hands-on experience has not only enriched the students' understanding of environmental science but also underscored the importance of preserving our natural habitats.
ADF Morning Tea | Friday 8 March
Last Friday, Mrs Lucy Paske and three Year 11 students, Bella Carter, SidonaTesfay Okbagiorgis and Isabel Mayne, attended the Australian Defence Force Morning Tea at the Hobart Town Tea Rooms.
The morning tea was a fantastic opportunity to hear firsthand the perspectives of women in defence. It's wonderful to see such events aligning with International Women's Day, celebrating the achievements and contributions of women in various fields!