Year 7 - 9 Community

Year 7 - 8

We’re nearly to the end of another very busy term. All Year 7/8 students from across the College have completed the same Humanities Response to Learning. This has been very useful to compare the results from the four junior campuses. Students have done well on this assessment and we look forward to continuing to build on our consistency by using this same approach next term.

Please take some time at the end of the term to access Xuno and read the Semester 1 report. If you have any questions please contact your child’s mentor teacher.

Jazzy, Owen and Ava have all written a persuasive essay. Have a read and see if you are convinced to take action!

Ava -

Owen - 

Jazzy - 

The Medieval Incursion has been a highlight of the term. 

We sit down with Ava, Aarif and Abdul to hear about their experiences with the medieval excursion!

Abbas gives us his Review of the Medieval Incursion!

Archery:

Archery wasn’t the greatest to start off with because the presenter at archery wasn’t the most engaging. 

Knight training:

Knight training was very fun and enjoyable, the man at the front was a really chill guy and he was very respectful and a good teacher. Really fun for people who like using swords. For example, the man let us try to hit him with a sword that sounded ridiculous, but he really did but don't worry he was wearing like 40 kilos of armor so don't really worry about hitting him in the head. He was gentle when fighting us back. I highly recommend this for people who like active sports and have good arm strength. One downside and why I didn't half a star is he spoke way too fast.

Heraldry:

Heraldry wasn’t as fun as knight training because it wasn’t active at all but a positive thing I found is the man is a good guy and I guess funny. He was chill but the information he was saying to us was a bit boring. If you're old you would enjoy this.

Medieval punishments:

The medieval punishments were okay again. It was not as enjoyable as others because again a whole lot of information and a little to no active stuff. When I got up they put me in a medieval torture method and I thought I was getting decapitated but they didn’t pull out a 10m swords so I’m okay. (You can pull your hands out of the thing)

Knight armor:

It was cool and enjoyable. This was the same presenter who spoke faster than a Ferrari but again really cool collectible armor. If you are super engaged in medieval knights this is for you. It had lots of cool armor and swords, some of the equipment was heavy and be safe don't poke stuff in your eyes.

Medieval games:

This one was a little amusing. I wouldn't say these are the greatest games of all time but it was mid. 

Lucas gives us his Review of the Medieval Incursion!

Yesterday we had an incursion which revolved around our Humanities topic, Medieval England. There were 6 different activities which we participated in throughout the day.

Games & Entertainment - (6/10)

Our presenter did a good job at communicating the information and he seemed somewhat enthusiastic about the topic. It was pretty engaging and very educational. It set a good standard for the activities during the rest of the day.

Crimes & Punishment - (4/10)

There wasn’t anything wrong with the presentation of the activity, nor the enthusiasm of the presenter, I just didn’t find the topic very appealing. However it was pretty funny getting whipped by a whip and a flail and then getting my bones smashed by a mallet.

Fighting & Training - (8.5/10)

Our presenter did a great job at explaining the information in a fun and engaging way by letting us take free swings at him to show us how to properly use a sword. He also seemed interested in the topic and enthusiastic about teaching it which made the activity go much smoother.

Archery - (3/10)

This activity was heavily overhyped. It was said that it would be the best one but it dragged on for the whole 50 minutes. Even though we had the same presenter from the games and entertainment, he seemed much less interested and was very strict about the use of the bows. 

Heraldry - (5/10)

The presenter wasn’t very funny with his corny dad jokes, and the topic wasn’t entirely interesting and so this just meant that it was ‘average’. 

Weapons & Armour - (9.5/10)

The weapons and armour activity was run by the same presenter as the fighting activity earlier in the day. He was still very enthusiastic and he still presented the information very well. I also had my highlight of the day, cosplaying as a Norman (viking) with a huge circular shield, weird helmet and an axe.

Year 7 - 9 Community

June 2025

I arrived in Australia in March from India.  And I joined the Northern Bay team ay Hendy Street at the start of Term 2.  Since arriving I have learnt so much in Science, Maths and Humanities.  My favourite studies are practical science activities with Mrs Fagan and maths with Mr Black.  We have been learning about the Middle Ages in HASS and I have been researching Joan of Arc.  Her life is so inspiring, she spread messages of the soul being true, no discrimination and the power of women…even when it came to leading in war.  She wore a man’s clothes for protection and was punished for this, being burnt at the stake.  Men did not like the fact that she was spreading a message of freedom for women.  I am so glad that in 1920 she was officially recognised as a saint - Jasnoor Kaur

I arrived in April from Pakistan.  I had come from a city called Quetta which had become quite unsafe for people living there.  Since moving here, I joined Hendy Campus at Northern Bay College.  I particularly have learnt different activities and methods of how to solve maths problems.  I really enjoy playing sports and making new friends.  The students at school have been very kind to me.  I really like learning new things, the learning is enjoyable for me because of the way the teachers teach.  They don’t just write things on the whiteboard, they show us in practical ways.  For HASS, I am researching medieval inventions such as eye glasses, the printing press and the Tide Mill (which is like a dam).  Not all medieval inventions were war based. - Habib Muhammad

Jana McElhinney

Year 7-8 Community Leader

Mathew Potter

Assistant Principal - Hendy Campus

Year 7-9 SoL Leader

Year 9

As the term progresses, Year 9 students are preparing to take their upcoming Common Assessment Tasks (CATs), an important milestone in their academic journey. These assessments are designed to evaluate the knowledge and skills learned so far across their subjects. 

Adventures at Allenvale Mill Outdoor Ed Camp

Last week, our Outdoor Education students headed to Allenvale Mill for an exciting camp filled with new experiences — including fishing and hiking! Despite the chilly weather, everyone was eager to try their luck on the water. The cold didn’t dampen spirits as students bundled up,  and enjoyed the peaceful outdoors. It was a great chance to connect with nature and learn new skills.

Softball Shines Despite the Chill

Meanwhile, our Girls softball team showed incredible teamwork and determination during a chilly day of competition. The cold weather didn’t slow them down — if anything, it seemed to fuel their energy and focus. They played hard, cheered each other on, and had a fantastic day on the field. Well done to all the players for their sportsmanship and commitment!

Spelling Bee Buzzes with Excitement

Back at school, the annual Spelling Bee brought out the best in our word wizards. Students from different year levels competed to spell challenging words, impressing teachers and classmates alike. The event was filled with friendly rivalry, lots of cheering, and some nail-biting moments as the competition heated up. Congratulations to all participants for their hard work and to our winners for their impressive vocabulary!

Year 9s head to Anglesea for Camp

Looking back, the Year 9 students geared up for their recent school camp to Anglesea. It proved to be a fantastic opportunity for outdoor adventures, team-building, and making lasting memories. Everyone was excited to explore the beautiful coastal environment and take part in a range of activities designed to challenge and inspire. A favourite among the students was the Family Friendly petting Zoo.

The Refugee Cup

Students are currently participating in the House Refugee Cup which is a Volleyball competition celebrating the culture of Goldsworthy, this has been running from the 16th of June. The winner will be announced Monday the 23rd of June. 

Interview with Annabelle Griffiths-Napier

What was your favorite activity during the camp at Anglesea, and why did you enjoy it?

The nighttime bush walk was such a blast. Me and my friends were all walking together, chatting and singing, just having a great time. It felt really relaxed and fun, like one of those nights you don’t forget.

How did you get along with your friends and classmates during the camp? Any memorable moments?

I really clicked with my classmates and the people from my cabin. One of the best memories has to be us all just hanging out and chatting together at night—it was such a good vibe.

Was there anything challenging about the camp, and how did you handle it?

The early mornings in the cold were the most challenging, luckily I packed well and stayed warm as possible for as long as possible. 

Important Dates of Parents:

• School reports are scheduled to go Live on Monday the 30th of June. 
• End of term is Friday June 4th. 

Ben Cooper 

Year 9 Community Leader