Co-curricular BELONG

COOKING WITH COLLEEN

Cooking Club is a wonderful way for children to explore and develop skills in the preparation of basic healthy recipes. Through cooking, children are encouraged to think, problem solve, collaborate and create. Children learn new skills and use prior knowledge, such as counting, measuring, sequencing, following directions and collaborative teamwork. Positive fresh food experiences develops healthy eating habits for life.

Available for students in Year 1 – 6.

BOARD GAMES AND MINDFUL COLOURING

Board Games/Mindful Colouring gives senior school students an opportunity to connect with other students, learn to play a new game, teach others how to play a game or relax by doing some mindful colouring. 

Available for students in Year 7 – 12.

CHESS CLUB

Chess Club gives senior school students an opportunity to play socially and competitively against players of all ages. Chess Club runs on a Friday in the library and challenge fellow players. During the year members of all skill levels have the opportunity to compete against their teammates in an intraschool tournament and against players from other schools at EISM level. The encouragement and learning achieved each time a game is played is a huge bonus.

Available for students in Year 7 – 12.

 

JUNIOR SCHOOL BOARD GAMES CLUB

A lunch time Board Games Club creating a space for students in Year 1 to 4 to play and interact together. Come along, have fun and learn some how to play some new board games. Please note: Board Games Club must be capped at  a maximum of 12 students at any one time.

Available for students in Year 1 – 4.

PRIDE GROUP

Pride Group aims to celebrate and further the cause of LGBTIQA+ inclusion within the senior school. A passionate group of young people from Year 9 –12 meet fortnightly in recognition of sexual and gender diversity to hang out and talk all things queer. We've painted pride flags, consulted with council, shared books and movies, celebrated special days and, most importantly, advocated for inclusion and change. This group is facilitated by young people, Areeba and Tegan, and is for young people who identify as LGBTIQA+ and allies who believe in inclusion. 

Available for students in Year 9 – 12.

SHARE MARKET GAME

Come and play the Share Market Game. Students learn about the stock market, how to invest, and researching companies that are on the stock market.

Available for students in Year 7 – 12.

STUDY NIGHT

Study Night provides assistance to students who need help in Mathematics. This Tuesday & Thursday after school activity also allows students to catch up or make up in time in other subjects under supervision. 

Available for students in Year 7 – 12.

TEAM GEEK – NEWBIES AND VETERANS

Team Geek – Newbies and Veterans focuses on a game that involves strategic thinking in a collaborative setting. Team Geek has two groups working at the same time – Newbies and Veterans. This is the world of Dungeons & Dragons or D&D, (as it is more commonly called), is a face to face, collaborative storytelling, role-playing game. D&D differs from most video/console games in that they use their imagination rather than being led by what a developer has written. It is a game full of social interactions and cooperative decision making. It takes place in a fantasy world where the players take on the roles of characters in an adventuring party. This fantasy world is generally thought of as medieval and the players ‘write their own story’ when they play. The players encounter all sorts of interesting characters and go on quests to generally save towns, villages, cities or even sometimes the world. There is combat in the game, but it is determined by the statistics of the characters and by the roll of a dice. Players must work together and rely on each other to solve quests and get rewards in the form of experience points.

Available for students in Year 7 – 12.

MINDFUL MORNINGS

In a world where everything moves fast, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Mindful Mornings offers you a chance to pause, breathe, and prepare yourself to face the day with a clear mind and a calm heart.

What Will We Do?

• Breathing Exercises: Learn to control your breath and use it to manage stress, improve concentration, and boost your overall wellbeing.
• Mindfulness Practices: Engage in activities that enhance your awareness of the present moment, helping you to enjoy life more and understand yourself better.
• Relaxation Techniques: Discover ways to relax your body and mind, reducing anxiety and improving your mood.
• Positive Affirmations: Start your day with positive thoughts and intentions, setting the tone for a productive and joyful day.

Who Can Join? Absolutely everyone! Whether you're a mindfulness guru or just curious about what it's all about, Mindful Mornings is for you. No prior experience is necessary.

When and Where? Join us every Wednesday at 7.45am in the Forum (we will use different spaces). Sessions last for 30 minutes, a perfect slice of tranquillity before your school day begins.

Benefits of Joining Mindful Mornings:

•  Improved focus and concentration in class
• Better stress management
• Enhanced self-awareness and emotional intelligence
• A sense of calm and balance
• A supportive community of like-minded peers

Available for students in Year 7 – 11.