At the commencement of Term 4 the Year 6 students and staff were on their way to Canberra for a four-day immersive educational experience focussed on Australia’s history, culture, heritage and democracy.
Over the course of the tour, students increased their knowledge of the inner workings of the political system, visiting the Museum of Australian Democracy, Parliament House and Government House – in which they were fortunate to meet the Governor General. They learnt the importance of the electoral voting system and the power individual votes can play. Students increased their understanding of the impact of war, receiving a guided tour at the Australia War Memorial and heard individual stories of both people and animals impacted by war. In addition to these experiences, students also visited the Australian Institute of Sport, the National Portrait Gallery and cycled around Lake Burley Griffin.
The Australian Government recognises the importance of all young Australians being able to visit the national capital as part of their Civics and Citizenship education. To assist families in meeting the cost of the interstate experience, the Australian Government will contribute $45.00 per student under the Parliament and Civics Education Rebate program. The rebate is paid directly to the school upon completion of the educational camp. We thank the Government for this generous assistance.
We would like to acknowledge the incredible efforts of the Carey staff over the course of this week and extend our thankfulness to Rebecca Wansbrough for her organisation of this incredible learning experience.
Mel Brown
Deputy Head of Junior School – Student Learning
