Year 5/6 

Endeavour Program 

Year 5 & 6 Change Maker Projects : Making a Difference! 🌍💡

This term, our Year 5 and 6 students are taking part in one of the most exciting parts of their learning journey - becoming Change Makers! 

As the culmination of their work in the Endeavour Program this year, students are stepping into the role of leaders and problem-solvers by designing and leading their own projects aimed at making a positive difference in the community and the wider world. Students have been encouraged to choose a project that is meaningful to them, as this connection gives their work greater purpose, passion and impact.

Each student (or small group) has chosen one of three project pathways and their creative ideas are starting to take shape. The 3 project pathways offered are:

1. Make a Difference Market
2. Upcycle for Impact or
3. Campaign for Change

From sustainability-focused initiatives to fundraising and awareness campaigns for important causes, our changemakers are showing compassion, creativity and a real sense of purpose.

Here are just a few examples of the wonderful projects already underway:

• Homemade Preserves Stall using “wonky” fruit and veg donated by local stores – supporting Foodbank Australia
• Homemade Pet Treats – raising funds for The RSPCA
• Handmade Greeting Cards and Flower Bouquets – fundraising for The Royal Children’s Hospital
• Local Honey Jars – supporting MND Australia
• Recycled Jewellery Creations – proceeds to The Smith Family
• Sustainable Tote Bags and Beaded Jewellery – promoting waste reduction and supporting The Breast Cancer Foundation
• Mental Health Awareness Campaign – raising funds for Headspace
• Tie-Dyed Clothing Stall – donations to MND Australia
• Upcycling Broken Lawn Mowers – reducing landfill and promoting sustainability

• Refurbishing Discarded Tennis Racquets – gifting them to local children in need

   

It’s been inspiring to watch students take ownership of their ideas and begin putting their plans into action. The energy and initiative across the cohort has been great to see. A friendly reminder that these projects are not designed to add extra work for families. Your encouragement and support are always appreciated but please don’t feel any pressure to contribute financially or take on extra tasks at home. If your child’s project starts to feel a little overwhelming or if you have any questions, please reach out to their classroom teacher.

We can’t wait to see the amazing impact these projects will have on both our school community and the wider world - our young changemakers are already making us proud! ❤️✨

Save the Date!

Join us for our Senior Expo Day on Friday, 5th December where students will showcase their inspiring changemaker projects - a celebration of their creativity, innovation and positive impact. All families are warmly invited and more details will follow closer to the time.