Gold Duke of Ed Award presented by the Governor
We congratulate Macy 12CFIL on receiving her Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award from the Governor of South Australia, Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC. The Gold Award Ceremony, held at the Adelaide Town Hall, was a celebration of achievement and dedication, marking a significant milestone in the lives of the participants who have successfully completed the demanding requirements of The Duke of Ed Gold Award. Read more about Macy’s Award journey here. We are proud of you, Macy!
To learn more about the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award at Concordia College, please contact Emma Rieger.
National Youth Science Forum 2025 reception
Recently Year 11 student Angelina was invited to a reception at Government House, hosted by Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten for students participating in the 2025 National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) Year 12 Program. Angelina has been accepted to attend the program in Brisbane at the University of Queensland from Wednesday 15 to Thursday 23 January 2025. This residential program encourages young people in their passion for Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM). It will showcase the wide variety of engaging, rewarding and inspiring study and career options available in STEM fields. Over 450 participants from across Australia will be part of next year’s program. Only 31 South Australian students have been selected to participate. Congratulations, Angelina.
CARE @CC – a group for students Year 10 – 12 with an interest in health careers
At CARE@CC this week, we were privileged to learn from Dr David Hobbs. David is a Senior Lecturer with the College of Science and Engineering at Flinders University and is the Course Coordinator of Biomedical Engineering. David shared with us the amazing work that is occurring at Flinders and the innovative work of the Medical Device Research Institute. He shared, with personal experience, how biomedical engineering has the power to change lives. This session helped our students learn about an exciting field of engineering where STEM and medicine intersect. Thank you, David.
26 Book Challenge
Our library staff have set up some displays of books suitable for some of the trickier categories of this year’s 26 Book Challenge. If you are stuck on a category, our library would love to help. Remember your reading record must be submitted to the library circulation desk by Friday of Week 5, Term 4, to receive your GOLDEN TICKET to our celebration. Keep reading!
Unley Council events
My Voice in My Hands is a free, public, stimulating and highly interactive forum presented by the City of Unley. One of our Year 10 students, Finlay 10BWHA, will be contributing, preparing and presenting for this forum. Aimed at hearing the voices of younger people (16-40), the forum will address the questions:
- What could be done to help your voice be heard and enable you to be an active citizen in our democracy?
- What can you do and what could government do?
Guided by an eminent panel of experts, you will be invited to shape the future of democracy in real time using mobile technology. Tell us the steps to progress a transparent, engaged and active community where voices are heard, and actions are delivered.
Thursday 31 October 6.30 pm Goodwood Theatre
This is a free event, but registrations via Eventbrite are essential.
STEM opportunities at the University of Adelaide
Science Experience at the University of Adelaide is an exciting and dynamic three-day program that offers a wide range of opportunities for Year 9 and 10 students interested in exploring the world around them. By participating in various hands-on and interactive workshops led by academics, students will gain an insight into the STEM field while gaining valuable knowledge that will prepare them for a future in fields such as engineering, space, robotics, artificial intelligence, biotechnology and much more.
Learn more about this amazing opportunity here. There is a cost involved for attending. Details can be found by downloading the brochure.
- Date: Tuesday 3 - Thursday 5 December 2024
- Location: North Terrace and Waite Campus, The University of Adelaide
Emma Rieger
Enrichment and Extended Learning
