Learning In Action
Learning In Action
Highlights from Around the College
Preps Central Idea - Forces cause movement
Learners were writing about their experiment with a pom-pom catapult.
Learning how different forces act.
Year 1 & 2 Central Idea - Living and non-living things are connected
Transferring this concept to science with what plants need to thrive as living things.
They have plants in the sun and plants in the cupboard.
Year 3 & 4 Central Idea - Interactions with the natural world causes change.
Learning about good use of energy through advertising. To unpack the learning of
advertising and slogans, learners were creating Advertising slogans for Trinity.
Some of these included pictures of Maisy with the slogan – “Feels good”.
An image of them ready for school with a slogan “Ready to Learn.
Year 3 & 4 - Digital Technology class
Designing a sustainable idea to help solve a problem.
Year 5 Central Idea - Sharing the Planet
Learners working on their exhibition in the Art room. Brainstorming abstract art
with colours to explain conflict and peace.
Year 8 – Visual Arts Class
Pop Art Unit
Learning about the Artist Claes Oldenburg. Creating soft sculptures with socks.
Year 9 - Science
Powering and designing our future dwellings Unit
Learners presenting their research and findings on their Assessment called:
"Scientific innovation helps improve dwelling performance."
Year 8 - Science
Our Year 8 learners are diving into their new unit,
The Science of Disasters. This week, they conducted a quick
hands-on experiment to explore how vortexes form and behave,
helping them understand the powerful forces behind destructive
wind storms such as cyclones and tornadoes.
Year 9/10 - Ceramics Elective
In the Art room, our Year 9/10 ceramics learners have been risk-takers and creators, successfully crafting their own ceramic Tic-Tac-Toe games. Their work reflects persistence, skill development, and creative problem-solving.
Year 7 - English
Overcoming Obstacles
Year 7 students have been reflective and principled as they
diligently work on their essays for the unit Overcoming Obstacles.
Their writing showcases personal insight, resilience,
and a growing ability to express ideas with clarity.
Year 8 - Language and Literature
Our Year 8 learners have been communicators and thinkers,
presenting the final debates of the term with confidence and
clarity. They demonstrated strong research skills, critical thinking,
and respectful engagement with diverse perspectives.
Year 7 - Math
Our Year 7 learners are exploring geometry through a creative town-mapping project.
Each map must include a variety of angles and shapes, allowing students to apply their
knowledge of geometric concepts in a fun and practical way. This hands-on task encourages
problem solving, precision, and creativity as they design their very own town layout.
Year 9/10 - Financial Mathematics Elective
Our Financial Mathematics learners have been inquirers and knowledgeable, actively engaging in a financial simulation game. Through realistic budgeting and expense management, they are building practical skills for real-world decision-making.
Year 9/10 - Outdoor Education Elective
Our Outdoor Education learners have been inquirers and knowledgeable, exploring the unique habitat and behaviours of the Mallee Fowl. Through hands-on learning and research, they are developing a deeper appreciation for local biodiversity and the importance of conservation.
