Canterbury’s Years 5-6 Spark Program | Structural Engineering: Building Bridges
Canterbury’s Years 5-6 Spark Program | Structural Engineering: Building Bridges
https://youtu.be/jzZ-XONUN0w
Semester 1, 2024 Spark Topic | Structural Engineering: Building Bridges
Around the world, bridges are used to connect areas and people.
Some may span long distances over water, others may be responsible for carrying heavy loads over valleys, while other bridges may even be required to move or transform – allowing other transport modes to come through.
In this subject, students examine what goes into researching, planning, designing, testing and building a successful bridge.
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What is SPARK?
SPARK is an elective-based ‘hands-on’ curriculum for Years 5 and 6 students that is unique to Canterbury.
Each semester our students choose a special subject to study.
Then students from both year levels are combined into the same classroom and taught by relevant staff.
SPARK is about building curiosity, encouraging students to try something new, and providing an exceptional opportunity for them to embark on their own learning journey, as part of their ‘World Ready’ Canterbury education.
When does SPARK occur?
SPARK happens once per week, with students encouraged to continue their learning beyond the classroom.
How does SPARK link to the curriculum?
SPARK focuses on the Australian Curriculum’s general capabilities, looking at critical and creative thinking, personal and social capability, ethical understanding and intercultural understanding.
How can I see my child’s learning?
The Junior School hosts a learning exhibition at the end of each semester, where all students will have something to exhibit based on their SPARK sessions.
2023 Final Studio Dance Performance Night | Event Wrap & Photo Gallery
2023 Final Studio Dance Performance Night | Event Wrap & Photo Gallery
Last Friday afternoon, we hosted our final Studio Dance Performance Night at the Performing Arts Theatre.
22 exceptional team and solo dancers - ranging from our youngest ELC students to some 'just graduated' Year 12 seniors, showcased their talents on stage for the appreciative family audience.
Bravo to our students for their stellar performances!
We are so proud of your hard work all semester, and indeed all year.
A big thanks to the parents and carers whose unwavering support made this evening such a happy success.
Please visit our Facebook Page for more photos.
Friday's 2023 Canterbury Soloists Evening | Photo Gallery
Friday's 2023 Canterbury Soloists Evening | Photo Gallery
Last Friday, Canterbury hosted the 2023 Soloists Evening, featuring stellar performances from 14 selected students. ✨
Bravo to the 14 talented students who owned the stage as our College's best and brightest auditioned soloists.
Special thanks to the parents, carers and teachers for their support getting them to this high quality level.
For more photos from this event, please visit our Facebook Page HERE.
Videos of the various performances will be posted on our Facebook and Instagram accounts over the coming weeks for your enjoyment...
Canterbury’s Years 5-6 Spark Program - 3D Movie Animation
Canterbury’s Years 5-6 Spark Program - 3D Movie Animation
https://youtu.be/0-dtzbHdQKE
3D Movie Animation
Do you like making movies? Designing characters and stories? Then this subject is for you!
Students are immersed in becoming storytellers by designing their own amateur characters, and using their imagination to allow their characters to come to life, in their own stop-motion movie.
Students collaboratively work together to investigate animation characters.
They design their characters, create their characters, and then transport their characters into their own movie.
Students have the opportunity to plan, design, build, problem-solve, reflect and improve their creation.
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2023 Semester 2 Junior School Spark Learning Expo | 11:30am - 1:30pm, Wednesday 15 November | Canterbury Events Centre (CEC).
We invite you to explore the displays and presentations created by our upper Junior School students throughout Semester 2 this year in their Spark Classes.
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What is SPARK?
SPARK is an elective-based ‘hands-on’ curriculum for Years 5 and 6 students that is unique to Canterbury.
Each semester our students choose a special subject to study.
Then students from both year levels are combined into the same classroom and taught by relevant staff.
SPARK is about building curiosity, encouraging students to try something new, and providing an exceptional opportunity for them to embark on their own learning journey, as part of their ‘World Ready’ Canterbury education.
When does SPARK occur?
SPARK happens once per week, with students encouraged to continue their learning beyond the classroom.
How does SPARK link to the curriculum?
SPARK focuses on the Australian Curriculum’s general capabilities, looking at critical and creative thinking, personal and social capability, ethical understanding and intercultural understanding.
How can I see my child’s learning?
The Junior School hosts a learning exhibition at the end of each semester, where all students will have something to exhibit based on their SPARK sessions.
Canterbury’s Years 5-6 Spark Program - $20 Boss
Canterbury’s Years 5-6 Spark Program - $20 Boss
https://youtu.be/gBDmEPXS2HA
$20 BOSS
$20 Boss is a nationwide immersive program that introduces students to the exciting world of entrepreneurship, and inspires them to become innovators by creating, launching and operating their very own enterprise.
Students work in teams to identify problems, create product solutions, and turn their ideas into a real business.
This subject promotes ongoing critical and creative thinking, while embedding financial capability.
It equips students for their future careers and empowers them to forge their own pathways.
At the upcoming Spark Learning Expo, students have the opportunity to set up a market stall and use the skills developed throughout the program to promote and sell their products to the community.
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2023 Semester 2 Junior School Spark Learning Expo | 11:30am - 1:30pm, Wednesday 15 November | Canterbury Events Centre (CEC).
We invite you to explore the displays and presentations created by our upper Junior School students throughout Semester 2 this year in their Spark Classes.
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What is SPARK?
SPARK is an elective-based ‘hands-on’ curriculum for Years 5 and 6 students that is unique to Canterbury.
Each semester our students choose a special subject to study.
Then students from both year levels are combined into the same classroom and taught by relevant staff.
SPARK is about building curiosity, encouraging students to try something new, and providing an exceptional opportunity for them to embark on their own learning journey, as part of their ‘World Ready’ Canterbury education.
When does SPARK occur?
SPARK happens once per week, with students encouraged to continue their learning beyond the classroom.
How does SPARK link to the curriculum?
SPARK focuses on the Australian Curriculum’s general capabilities, looking at critical and creative thinking, personal and social capability, ethical understanding and intercultural understanding.
How can I see my child’s learning?
The Junior School hosts a learning exhibition at the end of each semester, where all students will have something to exhibit based on their SPARK sessions.
Canterbury’s Years 5-6 Spark Program - Aquatic Biology
Canterbury’s Years 5-6 Spark Program - Aquatic Biology
https://youtu.be/f3OyZGhNBBQ
AQUATIC BIOLOGY
‘I’ve got a creek in my backyard’ is an aquatic biology unit that focuses on the environmental health of the creek system that flows through Canterbury College.
Students are given the opportunity in small groups to survey a section of the creek and map its environmental diversity.
Once students have completed their survey, they will initiate a plan to improve the creek’s health, making it favourable for long-term species habitation.
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Join us for the...
2023 Semester 2 Junior School Spark Learning Expo | 11:30am - 1:30pm, Wednesday 15 November | Canterbury Events Centre (CEC).
We invite you to explore the displays and presentations created by our upper Junior School students throughout Semester 2 this year in their Spark Classes.
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What is SPARK?
SPARK is an elective-based ‘hands-on’ curriculum for Years 5 and 6 students that is unique to Canterbury.
Each semester our students choose a special subject to study.
Then students from both year levels are combined into the same classroom and taught by relevant staff.
SPARK is about building curiosity, encouraging students to try something new, and providing an exceptional opportunity for them to embark on their own learning journey, as part of their ‘World Ready’ Canterbury education.
When does SPARK occur?
SPARK happens once per week, with students encouraged to continue their learning beyond the classroom.
How does SPARK link to the curriculum?
SPARK focuses on the Australian Curriculum’s general capabilities, looking at critical and creative thinking, personal and social capability, ethical understanding and intercultural understanding.
How can I see my child’s learning?
The Junior School hosts a learning exhibition at the end of each semester, where all students will have something to exhibit based on their SPARK sessions.
Canterbury’s Years 5-6 Spark Program - MISSION TO MARS
Canterbury’s Years 5-6 Spark Program - MISSION TO MARS
https://youtu.be/vbH9E0RBnkI
MISSION TO MARS
Imagine 50 years into the future, and all the great nations have banded together to seek alternative settlements, to cater for our ever-growing population.
We are constantly innovating in science, technology, engineering, maths, art and architecture.
Spacefaring organisations are seeking to establish a settlement on Mars capable of supporting thousands of intrepid human volunteers.
Here, students will be responding to an open invitation to suppliers, which includes several important factors – such as structural design and infrastructure, daily operations, human factors and automation.
They must overcome the challenges frequently faced by those in real-life scenarios.
Students will gain valuable experience in the workings of a strong performing ‘STEAM Team’.
At the Spark Learning Expo, they will unveil their individual and collaborative solutions to challenges, and pitch their designs and ideas to the community.
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Join us for the...
2023 Semester 2 Junior School Spark Learning Expo | 11:30am - 1:30pm, Wednesday 15 November | Canterbury Events Centre (CEC).
We invite you to explore the displays and presentations created by our upper Junior School students throughout Semester 2 this year in their Spark Classes.
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What is SPARK?
SPARK is an elective-based ‘hands-on’ curriculum for Years 5 and 6 students that is unique to Canterbury.
Each semester our students choose a special subject to study.
Then students from both year levels are combined into the same classroom and taught by relevant staff.
SPARK is about building curiosity, encouraging students to try something new, and providing an exceptional opportunity for them to embark on their own learning journey, as part of their ‘World Ready’ Canterbury education.
When does SPARK occur?
SPARK happens once per week, with students encouraged to continue their learning beyond the classroom.
How does SPARK link to the curriculum?
SPARK focuses on the Australian Curriculum’s general capabilities, looking at critical and creative thinking, personal and social capability, ethical understanding and intercultural understanding.
How can I see my child’s learning?
The Junior School hosts a learning exhibition at the end of each semester, where all students will have something to exhibit based on their SPARK sessions.
Canterbury ELC Kagaru 'Bush Kindy' Class: 'Community For Creatures' Banner Project With Australian Conservation Foundation Video
Canterbury ELC Kagaru 'Bush Kindy' Class: 'Community For Creatures' Banner Project With Australian Conservation Foundation Video
https://youtu.be/axys_99JVvY
Today the Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF) - Brisbane South & Logan Group, along with our local Federal Member for Forde – Mr Bert Van Manen MP, joined our busy ELC Kagaru Class.
As part of a joint ACF - Canterbury 'Community For Creatures' Project, our students collaborated on a 3m display banner featuring iconic Australian animals.
The young students used a variety of art materials, and discussed each animal’s situation, and how they can support environmental conservation in their local Waterford area.
Through this event – and their popular ‘Bush Kindy’ on-campus sessions, our students are gaining a deeper appreciation for the importance of nature and wildlife in our lives.
Well done Mrs Suellen Fawkes and her wonderful Kagaru (Kookaburra) Class!
Canterbury’s Years 5-6 Spark Program - GREEN THUMBS: GARDENING & PLANT PROPAGATION
Canterbury’s Years 5-6 Spark Program - GREEN THUMBS: GARDENING & PLANT PROPAGATION
https://youtu.be/jCKwj7yDSVo
GREEN THUMBS: GARDENING & PLANT PROPAGATION
Some simple facts:
- Climate Change is here and plants are a key part of the solution.
- Cost Of Living increases are here to stay.
- Everyone wants to cook well using fresh ingredients.
- Beautiful landscaping and the desire to fill our homes with plants is ‘on trend’.
- Humans in the western world have finally embraced ‘mindfulness’.
- A great place to learn and practise mindfulness is in the garden.
Students will learn gardening skills and plant propagation techniques, giving them a ‘green thumb’ and welcoming them to the leisurely productive world of self-sufficiency.
They will grow their own food and propagate their own plants, including those for a multi-plant pot they can take home!
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Join us for the...
2023 Semester 2 Junior School Spark Learning Expo | 11:30am - 1:30pm, Wednesday 15 November | Canterbury Events Centre (CEC).
We invite you to explore the displays and presentations created by our upper Junior School students throughout Semester 2 this year in their Spark Classes.
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What is SPARK?
SPARK is an elective-based ‘hands-on’ curriculum for Years 5 and 6 students that is unique to Canterbury.
Each semester our students choose a special subject to study.
Then students from both year levels are combined into the same classroom and taught by relevant staff.
SPARK is about building curiosity, encouraging students to try something new, and providing an exceptional opportunity for them to embark on their own learning journey, as part of their ‘World Ready’ Canterbury education.
When does SPARK occur?
SPARK happens once per week, with students encouraged to continue their learning beyond the classroom.
How does SPARK link to the curriculum?
SPARK focuses on the Australian Curriculum’s general capabilities, looking at critical and creative thinking, personal and social capability, ethical understanding and intercultural understanding.
How can I see my child’s learning?
The Junior School hosts a learning exhibition at the end of each semester, where all students will have something to exhibit based on their SPARK sessions.
Canterbury’s Years 5-6 Spark Program - ARTS RENEWAL: BOOKBINDING & DECORATING
Canterbury’s Years 5-6 Spark Program - ARTS RENEWAL: BOOKBINDING & DECORATING
https://youtu.be/d7z5HSH-lwM
ARTS RENEWAL: BOOKBINDING & DECORATING
Can functional objects be beautiful too?
This subject is an inquiry learning project, where students will design and make their own handmade book, using decision-making processes and reflecting upon their personal interests.
They will study Form vs Function and apply strategies to their creation, while considering how a book can be made aesthetically pleasing – combining traditional bookbinding processes with 21st Century artmaking techniques.
Students will experiment with unusual media and subject matter, research ideas from other artists, plus be inspired by stimulus from our own campus environment.
They will develop their own page design ideas based on their intended purpose, while still retaining functionality; develop skills painting and drawing to create an aesthetically pleasing front and back cover; and demonstrate their individual artistic skills and flair.
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Join us for the...
2023 Semester 2 Junior School Spark Learning Expo | 11:30am - 1:30pm, Wednesday 15 November | Canterbury Events Centre (CEC).
We invite you to explore the displays and presentations created by our upper Junior School students throughout Semester 2 this year in their Spark Classes.
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What is SPARK?
SPARK is an elective-based ‘hands-on’ curriculum for Years 5 and 6 students that is unique to Canterbury.
Each semester our students choose a special subject to study.
Then students from both year levels are combined into the same classroom and taught by relevant staff.
SPARK is about building curiosity, encouraging students to try something new, and providing an exceptional opportunity for them to embark on their own learning journey, as part of their ‘World Ready’ Canterbury education.
When does SPARK occur?
SPARK happens once per week, with students encouraged to continue their learning beyond the classroom.
How does SPARK link to the curriculum?
SPARK focuses on the Australian Curriculum’s general capabilities, looking at critical and creative thinking, personal and social capability, ethical understanding and intercultural understanding.
How can I see my child’s learning?
The Junior School hosts a learning exhibition at the end of each semester, where all students will have something to exhibit based on their SPARK sessions.