We brainstormed some natural and man made disasters. Can you tell what they are?
Monday, May 18, 2009
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
What is climate change and how is it affecting our world?
Last term, the Kool Koalas took part in Earth Hour 2009.
But just what is climate change and how is it affecting our world?
Just lately, we have been hearing in the news about fires, floods, drought, earthquakes, volcanoes.... Which disastors are down to mother nature and which ones are to do with climate change? How can we help make a difference?
Let's find out in term 2, 2009!
But just what is climate change and how is it affecting our world?
Just lately, we have been hearing in the news about fires, floods, drought, earthquakes, volcanoes.... Which disastors are down to mother nature and which ones are to do with climate change? How can we help make a difference?
Let's find out in term 2, 2009!
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Friday, March 27, 2009
Our Year 6/7 Camp at Woodford
On Wednesday the 18th March, Years 6 and 7 travelled to Woodford in the beautiful, green Sunshine Coast hinterland. The journey was filled with laughs, talking and excitement as everyone wondered what camp was going to be like?! Some of us were a little sad too, to be leaving our families for two nights.
We spent three adventurous and fun filled days, camping in tents and working on different activities as a whole group and in separate teams.Some of the activities we tried were:
-The challenging hike up the very steep and rocky hill (Oh and Muddy - some of us slipped into big, brown muddy puddles);
-The problematic and daring milk crate climb;
-The raft building team challenge and
-The daunting flying fox, high up in the trees!
We also learnt about looking after our environment: We considered growing your own food or buying it locally to reduce carbon emissions; We recycled everything we could that we used; We experienced the water efficient showers (you had to fill a bucket for your shower!!!)and all water was captured and cleaned on site.
Some of us experienced wildlife first hand as Mrs C discovered at about 2.00am on Thursday morning! "Mrs C, wake up,wake up! There's a gruesome, green frog in the toilet and I'm desperate to go!"
On Thursday night, it was time for 'SJVs Got Talent'. This was to be a night filled with laughter, amazement, creativity and MUCH talent. After a close contest, the final decision was left to the audience clap-o-meter and Ella took the title with her stunning solo version of 'Amazing Grace'.
At the end of our camp we got to plant a tree. When we arrived back at school, we were all VERY tired and sleepy. (Some of us might have had the odd snore on the bus- mentioning no names of course!) Some of us tried to have a little rest, while we waited for parents to collect us. What was your favourite part of camp?
We spent three adventurous and fun filled days, camping in tents and working on different activities as a whole group and in separate teams.Some of the activities we tried were:
-The challenging hike up the very steep and rocky hill (Oh and Muddy - some of us slipped into big, brown muddy puddles);
-The problematic and daring milk crate climb;
-The raft building team challenge and
-The daunting flying fox, high up in the trees!
We also learnt about looking after our environment: We considered growing your own food or buying it locally to reduce carbon emissions; We recycled everything we could that we used; We experienced the water efficient showers (you had to fill a bucket for your shower!!!)and all water was captured and cleaned on site.
Some of us experienced wildlife first hand as Mrs C discovered at about 2.00am on Thursday morning! "Mrs C, wake up,wake up! There's a gruesome, green frog in the toilet and I'm desperate to go!"
On Thursday night, it was time for 'SJVs Got Talent'. This was to be a night filled with laughter, amazement, creativity and MUCH talent. After a close contest, the final decision was left to the audience clap-o-meter and Ella took the title with her stunning solo version of 'Amazing Grace'.
At the end of our camp we got to plant a tree. When we arrived back at school, we were all VERY tired and sleepy. (Some of us might have had the odd snore on the bus- mentioning no names of course!) Some of us tried to have a little rest, while we waited for parents to collect us. What was your favourite part of camp?
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Year 6/7 Excursion
Some of the Year 6/7 students are fortunate enough to be going to take part in Altitude Day on Monday 9th March.
Click here for a little bit more information: Altitude Day
We will let you know about our experience when we get back.
'Leadership is any action that makes the world you touch a better place'
Click here for a little bit more information: Altitude Day
We will let you know about our experience when we get back.
'Leadership is any action that makes the world you touch a better place'
What do you know about the History of Australia?
Year 6/7 are currently investigating the history of Australia.
We want to know:
Who discovered Australia?
Who first lived in Australia?
What was it like to live in Australia in the past?
If you think you can help us.....Post your thoughts in a comment.
We want to know:
Who discovered Australia?
Who first lived in Australia?
What was it like to live in Australia in the past?
If you think you can help us.....Post your thoughts in a comment.
Monday, February 16, 2009
Caritas Leadership Day
Caritas is the Catholic agency for international Aid and Development.
On the 10th of February, 8 students from year 6/7 travelled to a Primary School for Caritas Leadership Day.
Shania, Claire, Hannah, Tiana, Brooke, Meg, Brittany and Kiara all attended the event.
The day commenced at 9.30am. There were four other schools that attended the event. We learned how Caritas sends aid to the people who are suffering from poverty or disaster.
The agency fights for justice by empowering people to help themselves.
We also learnt how to be a "Just Leader". Leadership is not a position it is an action! Did you Know that Caritas means LOVE in Latin?
Caritas has 8 Millennium Goals Carias aim to do half:
Poverty and Hunger
Primary Education
Women's Emprovement
On the 10th of February, 8 students from year 6/7 travelled to a Primary School for Caritas Leadership Day.
Shania, Claire, Hannah, Tiana, Brooke, Meg, Brittany and Kiara all attended the event.
The day commenced at 9.30am. There were four other schools that attended the event. We learned how Caritas sends aid to the people who are suffering from poverty or disaster.
The agency fights for justice by empowering people to help themselves.
We also learnt how to be a "Just Leader". Leadership is not a position it is an action! Did you Know that Caritas means LOVE in Latin?
Caritas has 8 Millennium Goals Carias aim to do half:
Poverty and Hunger
Primary Education
Women's Emprovement
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