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GO I N G T O T H E Margins In this our 125th year, we have chosen the theme ‘Going to the Margins’. Students and staff have been challenged to explore our theme throughout the curriculum, by looking for opportunities to learn about, experience or get out and about and support people in need. Here is how some of our Learning Areas showcased Going to the Margins. EDWARD SCISSORHANDS In Year 8 English, students studied the film Edward Scissorhands and discussed the idea of the Gothic outsider. We have all imagined what it would be like to be an outsider in a society that judges you for your appearance. Students were tasked with turning themselves into Edward to experience the feeling of judgement. It gave them a glimpse into the world of the outsider, alienating and confronting which was illuminating. (Bottom) Students with their Edward Scissorhand costumes.
VCAL VISITS TO EMBRACIA VCAL students have begun a partnership with Embracia Aged Care. They meet with the residents and interact with them and learn about their lives. The students have begun to develop friendships with the residents, they’ve been making friendship bracelets, playing bingo and cards and sharing afternoon tea. As the residents have experienced a great deal of isolation over the past two years, the visits are very much appreciated and residents are happy to have such great company. Our VCAL students have seen the impact of isolation and strive to make the lives of the residents a little cheerier. (Above) VCAL students getting to know the residents.
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