Class 10 - 12 (Bibra Lake Campus)
Germany trip 2024 (part 2)
As mentioned in my first article last term, a group of 14 high school students are starting their exciting journey to Germany at the beginning of December! We will stay one week in Marburg and travel for a few days to Hamburg (see previous pabulum article).
Germany's capital is the next stop on our journey. We will delve into the biggest German city, explore the history around the Berlin Wall, Stasi (Staatssicherheit – former East German spy agency) and the reunification 35 years ago.
Brandenburg Gate (L) and East side gallery (R)- the open-air art gallery on the banks of the Spree in Friedrichshain is the longest continuous section of the Berlin Wall.
Of course, we will visit the German parliament and check out some of the unique museums in Berlin. We might be even able to see a second league soccer game in the famous Olympic stadium from 1936 (renovated 2004).
The last stop on our tour through Germany will take us into the south – to Munich. With a little bit of luck, we will be able to see some snow and experience the pain in our extremities when forming a snowball with our bare hands. Munich offers a wide range of interests for everyone: sports, history and culture.
As a must do in Germany, students will encounter a dark but very important part of the German history – a concentration camp. Dachau is on the outskirts of Munich, and the group will have a half day seminar to learn about its history.
Munich offers the connection between the past and the future with Siemens and BMW, two worldwide known brands. The ‘Deutsche Museum’ gives a good overview of the technological inventions and achievements in the last centuries.
Most of the students (some students are staying in Europe to extend their holidays with their families or visit relatives) will take off with us from Frankfurt on the 22nd of December to arrive in Perth in time for a hot “Aussie Christmas”.
Jo Doernberg
HS German Teacher
Class 11 & 12 Art Exhibition
A sincere thank you to all who joined us and assisted for the celebration of works by the Class 11 and 12 students of Art, Sculpture, Photography, Woodwork and Textiles and Craft.
The exhibition was held in Williams Hall on Thursday and Friday, the 10th and 11th of October 2024 and coincided with Music Night, enabling many families to see the work.
There was a wide and varied display of works, which reflected our students unfolding individuality and creative impulses. Over time, each student developed a strong personal approach in their own choice of techniques and materials, helping them arrive at their finished pieces.
A number of classes toured the exhibition on Friday. Many were fortunate to view the painting demos by Rupert and Louisa. Further making the exhibition special were the artist talks by Oliver, Louisa, Sophie, Astarah, and Cedar. I also thank the many other students who made themselves available to answer questions and person the exhibition during opening hours on Friday.
Congratulations to all exhibitors. Your work is so valued.
Guinnevere Bell
High School Art Teacher
Class 11 Botany Main Lesson
Class 11 students have just finished their Botany Main Lesson.
They enjoyed the chance to re-visit the botanical drawing techniques learned and honed throughout Primary while looking deeper (literally, with a microscope) at the biological aspects of plants.
They explored increasing complexity of plant life, how and why different plants grow in different ways, and how various plants are adapted to their ecosystem niche.
They were fortunate that La Nina delivered some late bloom flowers for their trip to Kaarta Koomba to see living native plants and explore relationship of plants between Noongar indigenous peoples and later settlers.
Upper School Science Teacher
Post Class 12 Project Presentations
Our highest endeavour must be to develop free human beings who are able of themselves to impart purpose and direction to their lives. Rudolf Steiner
We have had an incredible week of Class 12 Project presentations, and our students were courageous and honest in their pursuits. We were left with an overwhelming sense of their discernment, creativity, and goodness. Their care for one another, as well as for humanity, was clear and as these young adults edge closer to the world at large, we bore witness to their emerging destinies. It was also evident that they are not only ready to be in the world but also ready and able to transform it.
Thank you, Class 12, for being who you are and for everything you have shared this week.
Thank you
There is an incredible amount of support that takes place throughout Presentation Week. We are immensely grateful for the care and dedication of our staff and community that make these Projects possible.
Firstly, we would like to thank the Project supervisors and mentors who have guided our students throughout the year. As well as our speech supervisors, who have supported students in crafting their Presentations over the past few weeks.
Thank you to our technical team, Justin Crossly and Sarah Boyle who have patiently managed all things technical. Thank you also to Sean Connolly and Alice Fremy who efficiently managed the Presentation filming and sharing process.
To the Community Engagement team, Renae Spackman and Debbie Lee Sorensen, your efforts have been vital in making sure everything runs smoothly.
We also want to acknowledge our marking panel: Donna Kerr, Jen Turpin, Brett Kranz-Little, Jane Diamond, Suzie Moore, and Sue Wallwork. Who are entrusted with assessing the final Project component.
To Peter Kraayvanger and the FMG team who were always ready and able to support with the heavy lifting.
Importantly, we want to acknowledge the Class 12 parents and guardians. Your commitment to a Steiner education and unwavering support for these young adults throughout the year has been pivotal.
Finally, a heartfelt thank you to our school community, who come from far and wide to enthusiastically support the Project Presentations.
In gratitude
Sharon Symes & Natalie Wheeler
Class 12 Project Coordinators