Canberra Links

In week 7 we will be having our Canberra trip! All of Year 5 & Year 6 will be attending this camp.

Here are some links should you like to see what your child will be up to!

DAY ONE

The Australian War Memorial
The Australian War Memorial combines a shrine, a world-class museum, and an extensive archive. The Memorial's purpose is to commemorate the sacrifice of those Australians who have died in war. Its mission is to assist Australians to remember, interpret and understand the Australian experience of war and its enduring impact on Australian society.
You can visit the education page here.


Australian Institute of Sport
The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) is Australia's premier sports training institute, internationally acknowledged as a world's best practice model for high performance athlete development.


National Museum of Australia
The National Museum of Australia explores the land, nation and people of Australia. The Museum celebrates Australian social history in a unique way by revealing the stories of ordinary and extraordinary Australians, promoting the exploration of knowledge and ideas and providing a dynamic forum for discussion and reflection.
You can visit their Kids page here.

DAY TWO

AEC Electoral Education Centre
Conveniently located in the heart of the Canberra parliamentary triangle, the National Electoral Education Centre (NEEC) is a fun and interactive way to learn about Australia's electoral system.
During a visit to the NEEC participants will have an opportunity to:
•Enjoy a spectacular multi-media presentation on the history of democracy and elections in Australia in a purpose-built theatrette
•Enhance their knowledge of the electoral process through hands-on activities in our Discovery Zone
•Vote in an election and experience first-hand the electoral process and allocation of preferences.


Museum of Australian Democracy
The Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House helps people to understand Australia’s social and political history by interpreting the past and present and exploring the future. We achieve this by:
- bringing alive the importance of Parliament in the lives of Australians;
- interpreting, conserving and presenting the building and our collections;
- providing entertaining and educational public programs; and
- providing a range of other services that enhance the visitor experience.


Parliament House
The Parliamentary Education Office is located here.

DAY THREE

Questacon
The National Science and Technology Centre located in Canberra, Australia presents free games, quizzes and activities to explain science to children and teenagers.


National Gallery of Australia
The education page is located here.



We will be staying at The Eaglehawk Holiday Park.

Arrival back at School: Approximately 6:30pm Wednesday (Avoca Street bus stop.)

See you then!

Packing for Camp

Last weekend I had a gracious email from one of our students asking about what to pack for our Canberra camp. After some thinking, I realised what your child packs for camp also has an impact on all Teachers in an indirect way (lost property, doing up and lifting over-heavy bags, giving away our own items so a student can stay warm, clean, dry or even safe.) So I decided to have a go!

Please find following a packing list for our Canberra trip:
Canberra Packing List

Please note that this list does not answer the vital questions regarding:
- Medication (to be handed in to class teacher before boarding the bus)
- Technology (will be discussed with students at school)
- Lollies (please use common sense, they tend to get gobbled up on the first day and do not always have the socialising effect that one would hope for.)

I would also recommend that you discuss the packing and unpacking of bags with your child, with at least one practice together taking place before camp day.
What may seem so simple to us can become an anxiety and frustration-inducing activity once your child is alone and responsible for their own items within a pressing schedule.

Iron on labels are vital for keeping items safe and organised. They can be purchased on so many websites with quick delivery options, including here.

In this case, familiarity with a simple procedure such as packing and unpacking can increase your child's confidence and ability to participate in our camp with maturity and independence. We are all looking forward to a fun and informative camp together!

Term 2 Canberra Camp!

Today we gave out the permission note for our Term 2 trip to Canberra, we would like to see it completed and returned as soon as convenient. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to email me here at school.

Please find following a copy of the itinerary - this blog is a lovely place to keep it so it may be accessed at any time.

Enjoy the convenience!

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