Middle School

Picnic in the Park

On Thursday last week, we held the Year Nine Picnic in the Park at Emu Point. There was some drizzle in the morning, but the weather was kind and, by 4.00pm, the sun came out and the wind died down to make it a perfect setting. Over 120 people enjoyed the family atmosphere playing cricket on the beach, chatting with old friends and making new ones, sharing food, and listening to music. The Year Nine Contemporary Music class put on a fantastic 40-minute set of songs that had some locals and tourists wandering in to watch. 

Emu Point Café provided some delicious food, and the boarding students had a fantastic spread of picnic food provided by Chef Nick and Chef James. Liesel and Jocelyn were our MCs for the evening and did a great job keeping the evening flowing and cracking a few jokes. It was a great way for students to finish their time in Middle School. Thanks to Mr Brett Tompkin, Mr Todd Manson and Miss Kaila Thomas for setting up the outdoor music experience and the homeroom teachers and Mr McLean who assisted. 

St George's College

This week, 11 Year Nine students have been in Perth attending the St George's College camp. These students have immersed themselves into college life at UWA experiencing University tours and Perth attractions such as the Fremantle Prison, Perth Zoo, and AQWA. They also got to be involved in a mock trial at the Supreme Court. 

It is a great opportunity and in the past, I have found that it is a motivator for students who are thinking about attending a University and College.

Swimming Lessons

This week, Year Seven students have been attending swimming lessons at Emu Point. The weather has been fantastic, and all students have shown courage and perseverance. No matter what level students are at, learning to swim and having sound water safety skills are a vital part of living in Australia. 

Well done to every student who participated.

Mr Adam Scott | Head of Middle School

Noongar Learning - Student Reflection

Over the last few weeks, a group of Noongar students from GSG and St Joesph's have been learning from Noongar elders Kim Scott, Gaye Roberts and Boydan Coyne from Wirlomin Noongar. 

We have been learning Noongar languages, phrases, songs and stories. Learning this special language and important stories has helped me feel extremely connected to my culture. I feel as though having these experiences and sharing stories between us all helps keep our culture alive. I really enjoyed working with younger students from Mt Lockyer and Spencer Park Primary Schools. It felt very special to connect with other Noongar kids and help them understand the importance of continuing traditional languages and stories. Being able to teach them simple phrases and words helped me feel a special bond with my culture.

Overall, having these few days to become more educated about my culture is something I have felt very grateful for and hope Noongar language and traditions could be taught in all schools for everyone to experience. 

Dakota Dimer, Year Seven