The Humanities Faculty has had a strong and engaging start to the school year, with students across multiple year levels diving into hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences that bring the past and present to life.

A standout event this term was the Year 10 Geography fieldwork excursion to McCrae Beach and Cape Schanck on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula. Students explored the region through a range of geographical lenses, deepening their understanding of First Nations peoples’ connection to the land, as well as examining vegetation cover, topography, sand composition, climate, human infrastructure, and the distinction between natural and human features. They also learned about coastal management techniques, the process of longshore drift, and practised graphing and fieldwork skills — all while taking in some of Victoria’s most scenic coastline.

In Year 7 Humanities, students were immersed in the mysteries of the past through their Ancient Australia assessment. Using the fascinating discovery of the Narrabeen Man, students worked collaboratively to produce both a research report and a creative artefact. The results have been impressive, with groups crafting everything from Indigenous spears and shields, to fishing nets, tools, bones, and dioramas of the archaeological site, reflecting both historical understanding and the inquiry process.

Meanwhile, our Year 9 Geography students took their learning into the virtual world by using Minecraft to explore Biomes. This innovative approach allowed students to build and visualise different environments, understanding ecological systems and how humans interact with them in an engaging and interactive way.

We’re proud of the curiosity, collaboration and creativity our students have shown across the Humanities Faculty this term and look forward to more exciting learning opportunities in Term 2!