Beyond the Classroom
SCHS Takes On Model UN
Recently 15 students including myself took part in a Model United Nations event with many other schools at Geelong High School. The Model UN was a very engaging experience as we networked with like minded students, debating various amendments for a new Resolution.
The topic was AI and it’s implications on human rights. The event required negotiation, persuasion and most importantly teamwork.
My team consisted of Samit Batra, Momina Khan, and Aadivir Singh and we represented the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The exciting thing about a Model UN is that all countries, no matter how small, have the opportunity to stand out and make a difference.
For us DRC delegates, we brought forward an amendment urging wealthier member states to invest 1% of their annual GPI to AI infrastructure in underdeveloped countries. Through a lot of hard work, compromise and strategy (manipulation) we got our amendment passed with 28 of 31 countries voting in favour.
It took a lot of perseverance, making it a valuable experience and especially rewarding with heated debates. Overall, the event helped build our confidence and public speaking skills, as well as our critical and global lens of thinking.
This Model UN was thoroughly enjoyable and I’m sure everyone who attended would eagerly return.
By Alexis Tremoulis
Top Arts Excursion
Hello Suzanne Cory!
On Thursday 30th April, our school’s Media students embarked on an excursion to Top Screen, in the ACMI Cinemas of Federation Square. At around 10:30am, we entered the complex and received programs detailing the films and their contents which gave us a storyline to follow.
Throughout watching the short-films, we had first-hand experience on how photography and editing techniques can be used to create wholesome and entertaining films, which portray different themes and emotions to the audience. Each film had a story to tell, and the use of settings to embody these ideas was truly creative.
This was followed by an exciting scavenger hunt, which took place after a short break. We were given tasks of capturing pictures of architecture and themes found in the city, and some groups even used editing to make videos! This experience was a powerful application of the months of learning photography skills in class, and was very enjoyable too. After a lively day of watching films, taking our own photos and making unforgettable memories, it was time to go home.
This excursion really showcased the heart of the ADT at SCHS, teaching us valuable lessons while making it entertaining too. A huge thank you to all the staff who facilitated this and made it possible; we couldn’t have done this without you. The day was much loved by everyone, and we hope to have more such experiences in the future.
Atharva Walawalkar
Year 10 Student SCHS