Maddingley
The Longest Lunch
On Friday 28 February, 26 students from the Year 11 and 12 VET Hospitality classes participated in the Rayner First National Real Estate Longest Lunch at St Anne’s Winery, in which Bacchus Marsh Grammar has a long and proud history of participation. This year’s event focussed on supporting local community group, Soul Foods, who generously provide meals and other essentials to those in need in the Bacchus Marsh community.
Led by the Year 12s, the students worked in small teams to prepare and set the long table for 140 people, then served and cleared a three-course meal for guests. Students were also involved in preparing food in the kitchen, assisting with the plating of each course and cleaning dishes.
All students represented Bacchus Marsh Grammar with pride, maintaining a high level of professionalism, and their service was greatly appreciated and respected by all in attendance.
Mrs Nicole Garner and Ms Nadelle Kiley – Hospitality Teachers
Year 10 INSPIRE Day
During our recent INSPIRE day, we had the privilege of hearing from Scott Darlow, an Indigenous songwriter, who visited our Staughton Vale campus to educate us on the history and culture of Aboriginal people. Through his powerful session, Scott shared the struggles faced by Indigenous communities, using contemporary examples to help us better understand their challenges and foster empathy. Scott emphasised that while Aboriginal people were in this land long before the British arrived, we are all Australians. He urged us to recognise the importance of understanding the country’s history in shaping a better future for all generations. He also touched on the recent history of segregation, reminding us that Indigenous people were not recognised as citizens until just over 50 years ago.
Many of our parents or grandparents were born during a time when Indigenous people did not have the same rights as others. This thought-provoking presentation has inspired us to reflect on the past and how we can contribute to a more inclusive future. We also got to participate in a range of Indigenous Games with our friends, which was a really fun way to end a great day.
William 10A
Year 10 Food Technology
On March 11, the Year 10 Food Technology classes were involved in an Indigenous Studies Incursion presented by Julie from NATIF. The students were able to get a firsthand introduction to Indigenous foods and how they are grown, produced and used in contemporary foods.
The students taste tested many different herbs, spices and fresh Indigenous fruits. Julie also completed a cooking segment creating healthy bliss balls for the students to try. We would like to thank Julie for providing such an in-depth introduction to Indigenous Studies to our Year 10 Food classes.
Miss Lacey Madacki and Mrs Shelley Frislie – Food Tech Teachers
Woodlea
Year 10 Media Studies Excursion
On Tuesday the 18 February, Year 10 Media Studies students were able to go to ACMI at Federation Square to engage with two exhibitions relating to their current Science Fiction Film Studies Unit. The first exhibition – ‘The Future and Other Fictions’ – showcases how science fiction influences people’s perception of the future through film, video games, contemporary art, interactives and more. The second exhibition – ‘The Story of the Moving Image’ – is the centrepiece museum at ACMI, where students journeyed through the past, present and future of the moving image with interactive experiences and captivating stories.
Students thoroughly enjoyed the day and I want to thank them and the staff involved for creating such a wonderful experience.
Mr Anthony Cunsolo – Head of Faculty: Visual Arts
VCE Physics
Thirteen eager Woodlea students recently embarked on a journey to Luna Park for the VCE Physics Days, an event crafted by teachers to bring the VCE Physics Study Design to life. This opportunity allowed our students to witness and experience firsthand the concepts of ‘Motion in one and two dimensions’ and ‘How fast can things go?’ in a real-world setting.
The park was abuzz with excitement as our students explored a variety of rides, each offering unique insights into physics principles. The dodgem cars provided a perfect example of Newton’s laws of motion, while the Spyder demonstrated centripetal force in action to name just a few. One of the highlights was the Coney Drop, which offered a practical demonstration of free fall and gravitational potential energy.
Throughout the day, Woodlea students engaged in hands-on activities designed to reinforce classroom learning. They collected data, made observations and applied theoretical knowledge.
The VCE Physics Days at Luna Park proved to be an invaluable addition to our Physics curriculum, providing our students with a unique blend of education and entertainment. This excursion shows Woodlea’s commitment to an engaging approach to education that bridges the gap between theory and real-world application. We look forward to seeing how this experience will enhance our students’ performance in their upcoming assessments and fuel their passion for Physics.
Mr Dilshan Fernando and Mrs Samantha Grant – Physics Teachers
