DUKE OF EDINBURGH

The year nine Duke of Edinburgh (DOE) class has finished most of the training towards their certification. As part of the program, students learn the basics of wilderness care, packing and planning for camps, using trangias to cook on the go, map reading and geography skills, as well as leadership and team building. So far students have participated in a practice hike in Werribee Gorge and indoor rock climbing. In a few weeks, they will get their first aid certification. To complete the award, students also manage their own progress in three areas: service to the community, skill development, and physical activity. 

The DOE program is a wonderful opportunity for year nines to learn skills and participate in activities that are not usually found in the standard curriculum. We will have a five-day hike at the end of the year where these skills are put to the test. 

Timotei Schubert - Duke of Edinburgh Coordinator