Year 7 Drama

Over the past few weeks, the Term 2 Year 7 Drama students have been working hard to develop their physical comedy performances. After working with Yip Yip Circus again in Week 2 to develop their movement techniques and physical comedy techniques, the students then devised their own physical comedy performance inspired by a past comedic experience.

Some of the performances included:

• Island Dream

• McDonalds Combat

• Friends Clash

• Tik,Tak,Toe goes wrong

The creativity and enthusiasm shown during the performances was admirable and their productivity and comedic zest has again, been a highlight throughout the term. Over the next few weeks the students will take on the role of marketing/publicity as they create posters and materials to hypothetically promote a season of their devised performance. Well done Year 7s for your hard work an engaging personas.

Miss Jessica McGaw Dance and Drama Coordinator

The Year 11 and 12 Drama students participated in an inspiring devising workshop with the renowned Feet First Collective. This is the second time this company has worked with students at St George’s Anglican Grammar School. This workshop helped prepare our students for their upcoming Monologue 1 assessment.

The Feet First Collective, known for their innovative approach to theatre-making, provided our students with an exceptional opportunity to develop their creative and collaborative skills. Throughout the workshop, our students engaged in various devising techniques, exploring different avenues of storytelling and composing.

Under the guidance of the talented artists from Feet First Collective, our students delved into the art of creating original work. They experimented with improvisation, physical theatre, and ensemble building exercises, which allowed them to unlock their imaginations and explore new dimensions of theatrical expression.

The results of their hard work were evident during the final showcase, where our students presented their short, devised pieces to their peers. The performances were a testament to their growth, showcasing their innovative storytelling techniques, emotional depth, and impeccable delivery.

As we approach the Monologue 1 assessment, we have no doubt that our Year 11 and 12 drama students are developing the skills, confidence, and inspiration they need to deliver outstanding performances.

On Wednesday 14 July, the Year 9, 10 and 11 Dance students attended the live performance of Façade by Chrissie Parrott in collaboration with dance company CO3. The evening was extraordinary, as students witnessed an enchanting blend of opera, dance and choreography. Exploring an avant-garde style, Façade pushed the boundaries of traditional dance and challenged our perceptions of what can be achieved through movement.

One of the most remarkable aspects of Façade was the seamless integration of design concepts and dance styles. From classical ballet to contemporary and even elements of hip-hop, the performance showcased the versatility of the dancers and their ability to adapt to different styles with grace and poise.

Accompanying the captivating choreography was a stunning visual spectacle. The lighting design, set elements, and costumes all contributed to creating a world that felt ethereal and otherworldly. The synergy between the dancers, the music, and the visual elements was extraordinary and added another layer of depth to the performance.

We look forward to future performances and reading the students critical reviews on the piece.

Over three weeks this term, Community Captain Ben Gardner, Academic Captain Greta Bushell and myself held a drive to collect second-hand books to donate to the less fortunate. To get everyone excited we created a friendly competition in which there was a puzzle of a book cover on each level of the school, and students could work together to complete it for a prize. Students brought in books they had at home in good condition, which were then sent to one of several places that needed our support. Books for children aged 0-5 were sent to the Arbor Grove Primary School through the school’s connection to Anglicare WA. The school has a large population of refugee and immigrant students, so the aim was to help the younger students develop their English skills through reading. The books for older children went to Sparrow Early Learning Centre in Canning Vale to encourage the centre’s more advanced readers. Finally, educational books such as textbooks were sent to Merredin Senior High School. These books will be given to students who don’t have access to the necessary educational resources and help them to complete their schooling.

It is that time of year again when we think about the effect winter has on those experiencing homelessness in Perth.

The Anglicare WA School Sleep out at Optus Stadium - on Friday and Saturday 11 and 12 August - challenges young people to swap their school bag for a sleeping bag and sleep out under the stars at Optus Stadium.

Hundreds of high school students gather for a night to remember. As well as raising funds for an important cause, students experience a side of life they may have never considered before. It is an experience not to be missed!

This year, the Sleep Out is open to students in Years 10, 11 and 12. All funds raised go directly to Street Connect, which works with young people on the streets of Perth to help them get their lives back on track. The sleep out is the largest single fundraising event for Street Connect, which needs $500,000 a year to keep the Street Connect Bus and services running.

This year, Team St George’s has set a goal of $10, 000. Register here https://anglicarewaschoolsleepout.org.au/team-stgeorges or use the QR code on the poster seen here and around school.

If you have any questions or require any further information, please email me on rmcbride@stgeorges.wa.edu.au

Mr Ryan McBride Service-Learning Coordinator

As a school, we collected more 300 books. I am very proud of what we achieved, and I hope that in the future we can continue to provide this service.

Thank you to everyone who supported this initiative.

Miss Orphelia Burchell Service Captain

Earlier this term students from Year 7 -10 sat the annual Big Science Competition, a 50-minute, multiple choice test of science knowledge, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. Questions are set in real-life, contemporary contexts, making them relatable and interesting! The Big Science Competition is one of the biggest international science competitions and questions are aligned with the Australian Curriculum – Science.

We are pleased to announce the highflyers in this year’s Big Science Competition.

Congratulations on your success!

Year 7

Credit

Ameesha Brien, Max Eldridge, Alexander Jeffs, Daniel Johnston, Sienna Karl, Lucas McAuliffe, Kaleb Oh

Distinction Jacob White

High Distinction Liam Thompson, Edward Nicholas.

Year 8

Credit

Lorelai Barnes-Smith, Ruth Duuring, Lucas Holbeach, Adam Lowe, Spencer Reid, Emelyn Tham, Tristan Wilce

Distinction Izabella Kodituwakku, Meg Docherty

High Distinction Finn Craig-Harding, Caden Hart

Year 9

Credit Cooper Grant, Zeming Guo, Abigail Jones, Harvey Miller, Dylan Momberg

Distinction Federico dos Santos, Sebastian Munday

High Distinction Adam Lavarevski

Year 10

Credit

Ameesha Brien, Max Eldridge, Alexander Jeffs, Daniel Johnston, Sienna Karl, Lucas McAuliffe, Kaleb Oh

Distinction Jacob White

High Distinction Liam Thompson, Edward Nicholas.

Happy Science!

Mrs Charlotte Donovan Head of Learning Area - Science