Canterbury’s Years 5-6 Spark Program | Recycle, Repurpose & Reinvigorate

Semester 2, 2023 Spark Topic | Recycle, Repurpose & Reinvigorate

This unit exposes students to the endless opportunities that repurposing technology affords society.

Students work in small teams to solve everyday problems, by building devices that recycle, repurpose and reinvigorate technology.

They scavenge their required materials from previously used technology to signify the importance of recycling in contemporary society.

———————

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.