On Monday, 14 October, students visited the National Art Gallery of Victoria for a guided tour of the Wurrdha Marra exhibition, the first permanent exhibition celebrating Aboriginal culture and design at the Ian Potter Centre. This was followed by a tour of REKOSPECTIVE, an exhibition showcasing the art of Reko Rennie. The afternoon concluded with a collage workshop inspired by the work of Kaylene Whiskey.
"On Tuesday, 30 July I joined eleven fellow Siena students in participating in the Junior Stretch and Challenge. We were grouped with students from across the state for a day of intellectual exploration that elevated our skills to new heights. We discussed the ethics of genetic selection, and the societal consequences of gene preference and elimination, including the potential for a dystopian world where individuals with enhanced genetic qualities are accepted while those without are marginalised. It was an enriching experience engaging in conversation and critical thinking with like-minded peers." Kiara E
"The Junior Stretch and Challenge was a fantastic experience and I am sure my peers would agree. We took the bus to St Leonard's College, Brighton where we were welcomed and guided to our activities for the day. We learned about genetic engineering, worked in groups to discuss questions related to power and selfishness, and participated in a debate. The day was amazing, allowing us to use critical thinking and collaboration to deepen our understanding." Emma M
"The Junior Stretch and Challenge provided us with an opportunity to explore a diverse range of ideas and perspectives, expanding our knowledge on unique topics. While at St Leonard’s, we had the chance to engage with students from different schools and gained an appreciation for the varied insights we each brought to unfamiliar concepts." Gabby V
