Students from 4/5/6 have recently undertaken an education tour of the national capital. Students were given the opportunity to participate in a variety of educational programs with a focus on Australia’s history, culture, heritage and democracy.

The Australian Government recognises the importance of all young Australians being able to visit the national capital as part of their Civics and Citizenship education. To assist families in meeting the cost of the excursion the Australian Government has contributed funding of $20 per student under the Parliament and Civics Education Rebate program towards those costs. The rebate is paid directly to the school upon completion of the excursion.

Day 1:

This afternoon we enjoyed the National Art Gallery and settled into our accommodation at Canberra Park Resort. Roast dinner and banana muffin for dessert before heading onto Telstra Tower. Time for a milo and then bed!

Day 2:

Wow what a brilliant day! We started with singing Brendan happy birthday! Then of to the Museum of Democracy, Mass at St Christopher’s Cathedral, a trip up Mt Ainslie and then to Parliament House. Brendan was the Speaker in our role play of ‘Should TV commercials be banned’. Interesting debate that may continue at home. Students are learning so much and are having an awesome experience.