Debating teach students about the difference between strong and faulty arguments. It guides students through the process of developing claims and counter-arguments, as well as ones that help them identify common logical fallacies.
Introducing our fabulous combined debating teams comprising of students from Year 6 and 7.
My Y7 scientists were investigating the effect of forces on objects and measuring forces using a Newton balance.
Nicola Ross
Science Teacher
It is strange that only extraordinary men make the discoveries, which later appear so easy and simple. – Georg C. Lichtenberg
As part of their Civics and Citizenship studies, theYear 7s have been learning about the Australian legal system, concepts of justice and the rule of law. Luckily enough Mr Graeme Slattery, who is a Year 7 father, is also a lawyer for an international law firm. Mr Slattery kindly offered to speak to the students, providing a real-world example of what it’s like to work in the legal system!
On Wednesday 4th April, Mr Hummerston’s Year 7 HASS class journeyed their way to the Electoral Education Centre near Parliament House to learn about how Australians vote. Whilst there, they learnt lots of new information, showcased their knowledge learnt from class and took place in mock elections. The students seemed to thoroughly enjoy themselves and we hope to one day see their name on a ballot paper!
James Hummerston
Teacher of Media, HASS and Design
On Friday 16th March, Mr Hummerston’s Year 7 Media class took to creating their own Claymation characters by making their own play-dough. Whilst the task was incredibly messy there were some very successful playdough artists.
Look out for their final short films which are currently in production!
“The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such things there is no law.” – Galatians 5:22-23
Transitioning into Secondary School can be a bit daunting for students and parents as their children move into the next stage of their schooling. We have an event coming up for parents of Year 7s to come and chat and see how they’re adapting in class.
This Friday (March 16) Duncraig Secondary will hold their first Coffee and Conversation for 2018 where Year 7 Coordinator Suzy Mettam will discuss the transition into Secondary in the Community Room from 8.30-9.30am. Attendance is free. Contact the School for more information.
The Year 7’s enjoyed their yearly camp and were blessed with perfect weather conditions.
Students and staff spent a glorious three days at Ern Halliday Recreation Camp. This place is a sanctuary in the suburbs, a place where the students could participate in unique and exciting outdoor activities.
What a wonderful experience.
“But thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumph in Christ, and manifests through us the sweet aroma of the knowledge of Him in every place.” – Corinthians 2:14
Next week Year 7 and 9 students will bring home an information booklet about the National Assessment Program – Numeracy and Literacy. This contains details of the assessment program and how you can support your child. Please ask your child to hunt around in their school bag so this information does not get lost! If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the school.
Dr Liz Criddle
Deputy Head of Secondary
A huge welcome to our new Year 7 cohort, starting today at St Stephen’s School. We look forward to having you as part of our school community for the next 6 years.
Our Year 7s arrived looking excited and a little bit nervous in readiness for an action-packed day.
They started off with a Orientation Morning in the Secondary Library which included bookmarking important sites, SEQTA access, Office 365, and their school email account.
Here are a few snapshots of the morning.
“May he give you the desire of your heart and make all your plans succeed.” – Psalm 20:4