Gateway to Health Program

Certificate II in Health Support Services (HLT23221) students completed their first full-day incursion recently. They were assessed on their ability to don and doff PPE (personal protective equipment), hand hygiene and cleaning clinical spills. Much fun was had and all students passed their competencies.

Thank you to Connect ‘n’ Grow’s Expert Health Trainers, Narelle and Matt, and BPC teacher/nurse/medical trainer, Amanda Murphy for facilitating the session.

Cert II in Health Support Services students

Year 7 Aspire History

We were honoured to welcome Uncle Neville Reys, Traditional Owner and Elder, into the College recently to speak with our Year 7 Aspire classes. He shared powerful insights on the deep-time history of Australia, focusing on First Nations oral traditions, repatriation, and environmental changes that Indigenous peoples have navigated for thousands of years.

Students were highly engaged, walking away with new perspectives and a deeper understanding - perfect preparation for their upcoming assessments! A huge thank you to Uncle Neville for his time and wisdom.

Uncle Neville and Year 7s

Year 12 Aquaponics: A Thriving System in Action

The Year 12 students have been hard at work this term maintaining and monitoring their aquaponics set-ups, which were constructed last year. With the tanks successfully cycled, fish and plants are now thriving together in a balanced ecosystem.

Each class selected different produce to grow, with spring onions, rocket lettuce, and chives planted in the system. Students have been responsible for regularly testing water parameters, ensuring that all levels remain within Standard Operating Practices to support both plant and fish health.

In addition to water testing, the students have taken on key maintenance tasks, including vacuuming and cleaning the tanks, as well as performing water replacements to sustain optimal conditions. Their ongoing efforts have provided valuable hands-on experience in aquaponic farming, reinforcing their understanding of sustainable food production.

As we move towards the end of the term, students will complete their assessment by the end of Week 8. We look forward to seeing their final reports and the growth of their crops as they continue to refine their aquaponic management skills.

Stay tuned for updates on their harvest!

Upcoming Academic Events:

• NAPLAN: 12-24 March
• Parent Teacher Interviews: Terms 2 & 3

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