SCIENCE

YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAM AT ZOOS VICTORIA

A big congratulations to Thomas Hosken (Year 9I) who is one of only 30 Victorian students from Year 9 and 10 selected to participate in Zoo Victoria’s Youth Leadership Program for 2022. 

In this program, which runs from April to September, Thomas will develop tangible and usable Science skills while growing as a leader in a group environment. He will learn from Zoos Victoria mentors and industry leaders and be supported to undertake a Science research project that will help inform a wildlife conservation project. 

This week the Youth leaders went behind the scenes to meet the Seal keepers and discuss data collection. We can’t wait to hear from Thomas all he has learnt from this amazing experience.

THE BIG SCIENCE COMPETITION

On Friday 13 May our ELMS students from Years 8 and 9 as well as other students from Years 7 to 10 took part in the annual Big Science Competition, which is run by the Australian Science Innovations. 

This is an international competition that challenges critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Sitting the Big Science Competition could lead to selection in science extension programs including the Australian Science Olympiads and Curious Minds – girls in STEM. 

Congratulations to all students who participated and thank you to Ms Wallis for coordinating the program. 

SEMESTER EXAMS - YEAR 10 AND 11           

Students in Years 10 and 11 will soon receive their exam timetable. Both teachers and students have put in a significant amount of additional work to ensure that academic excellence is achieved by all those who seek it. Thank you for your efforts. Detailed revision proformas will also be provided. 

Cherie Marks

Head of Science