Wangaratta High School Talent on show The annual mid-winter music concert was a vibrant celebration of musical growth and talent within the school. The night opened with the Stage Band’s energetic renditions of How Sweet It Is and Valerie, featuring standout vocals from Anthony Chisholm and Lillian Wilson. The Beginner Band made a strong debut with familiar tunes like London Bridge and Jingle Bells, showcasing their enthusiasm and progress. A touching moment came from year 11 student Cameron Sgarioto and teacher Keyna MacPhee, whose heartfelt performance of Holst's In the Bleak Mid-Winter captured the reflective spirit of the season. The evening ended on a high with the Symphonic Band’s lively Billy Joel medley, leaving the audience uplifted. Overall, the concert beautifully showcased the passion, dedication and development of the young musicians. * Appin Park Primary School Facilities upgraded Year 1 student, Tyler O’Dwyer, usually arrives at school ready to go but now he is even more eager to get to school. The foundation to year 4 classes were excited when they walked into their classrooms at the beginning of term three to see new furniture. Tables and chairs had been replaced in the junior and middle unit classrooms. Each student now has greater accessibility to their books as they found individual tubs underneath their table – no more wasting time to get out of their seats to get their workbooks (perhaps to the dismay of a few who like to wander). The neutral tone of the furniture has also created a greater calmness in the room. Decluttering has helped create space and less visual distractions for both the students and their teachers and support staff. * Cathedral College Wangaratta Careers night With over 50 different stands at the recent careers evening, students were showcased different career opportunities as well as pathways to their careers. From medicine to creative arts and first responders, families were able to ask all their questions. The school thanked all the professionals who came along to share their expertise. * Wangaratta Primary School NAIDOC Week Students embraced NAIDOC Week by engaging in a variety of meaningful activities that celebrated and honoured Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. The activities provided students with an opportunity to deepen their understanding, show respect and connect with the rich cultural heritage of Australia’s First Nations people. * Carraragarmungee Primary School Sports colours day The F-2 team and the year 4-6 team dressed in their team colours as a fun way to wrap up a sickness ridden term 2. As not all the kids are interested in AFL, they decided to make it a sports colours day, which resulted in a variety of colourful team wear, including dance outfits and even a go-kart suit. * QUIZ QUESTIONS: 1. What material is a rattlesnake’s rattle made from? Is it a) bone, b) tooth enamel, c) keratin or d) rocks? 2. Which is denser: cold or warm air? 3. What type of mammal is a pipistrelle? Is it a) a cat, b) a bat or c) a rat? 4. The World Solar Challenge is a car race between which two Australian cities? 5. What is the name of the layer of the atmosphere closest to the ground? Is it a) the stratosphere, b) the mesosphere or c) the troposphere? * QUIZ ANSWERS: 1. c) A rattlesnake’s rattle is made from keratin, the same material that makes up hair and nails. 2. Cold air is denser than warm air, which is why warm air rises. 3. b). A pipistrelle is a type of bat. 4. The World Solar Challenge races from Darwin to Adelaide. 5. c) The layer of the atmosphere closest to the ground is the troposphere.
