As we conclude another dynamic and successful year for the Technology Learning Area, it is truly inspiring to witness the enthusiasm among students as they embark on Early Start and their 2025 studies.
The growth in our Technology program has led to the addition of four new staff members over the past year, reflecting our commitment to expanding opportunities for students. In the classroom, students have been actively engaged in collaborating to design and produce a variety of products, not only for their own use but also for specific end-users within the school community, including creating costumes for the school production and developing a new workstation for the administration building.
Beyond classroom activities, students have embraced enriching experiences through several excursions, notably securing 3rd place in the inaugural BAS Culinary Competition.
Furthermore, our students and teachers have successfully partnered with local Kindergartens and Primary Schools, and we are dedicated to continuing these valuable collaborations into 2025.
Technology teaching staff are already preparing for the upcoming Technology Curriculum, viewing 2025 as an important familiarisation year ahead of the implementation of the Vic Curriculum 2.0 in 2026. We remain focused on creating impactful classroom learning that aligns with our core values, emphasising social-emotional learning and essential life skills that will support students in their post-secondary pursuits.
I encourage all students and families to enjoy a well-deserved break, spending quality time together. Before long, we will be back at Damascus, ready to embrace an exciting 2025 school year!