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Middle School History Happenings
What do Barbie, an old tennis ball and lots of aluminium foil, have in
common?
Give up? The answer is appearing as working models of aspects of medieval life.
Items made by students in Year 9 History have recently been on display in the
library. Students certainly used many recycled items in making the following items:
a peasant’s house, gallows, catapult, trebuchet, maidens in period clothing, pots,
flail, shields and assorted battle swords as the photos below show. Information
plaques completed the museum quality experience for those who came to view the
display.
Above: Medieval Weapons
manufactured by Year 9
Left: Yr 9 Middle Ages working
models on display in the CBCC
library.
Right: One maiden Barbie takes a
rest from modelling amongst the
weapons of battle.
The Greeks are coming!
Just a little bit along from the year 9 History display was the year 8 History Ancient
Greek artefacts display. Hand made Medusa masks, painted papier-mache Greek vases and urns, plates depicting
Greek life, terracotta toys, temple columns and Cycladic statues made for another stunning display. Students really
enjoyed the experience of making these artefacts and seeing them on display for the school community.
Left: The range of items made were of high quality.
Right: A close up of the detail of the terracotta toys.
The new bench space, the picturesque waterfall
and pond backdrop in our library make the area a
welcome place to display students’ work for all to
see. I am sure many teachers will make use of the
display area and we encourage you to come and
see what students are creating while learning at
CBCC.
Students visit the Abbey Museum
Late last term students in Years 8, 9 and 10 went on an excursion to the Abbey
Museum, Caboolture. Year 10 students had completed a study of the Reformation,
Year 9 students had been studying about the Middle Ages and Year 8 students
were studying Ancient civilizations; so the excursion was timely to enhance their
appreciation and understanding of these historical times.
We were met by “Sir Matt and Lady Judith” who provided a very entertaining and
informative hands-on display about Knights of the Middle Ages. Students were
intrigued by Matt’s antics and keen to handle the items. We then stepped outside
for a demonstration and a chance to try archery with genuine long bows.
Above: Zarah gets instruction from Lady Judith to make her arrow fly!
After lunch we then visited the museum itself where an hour disappeared far too quickly while looking at the displays
and learning more about the various artefacts: from the spooky monk in the corner to Mary Queen of Scots’ tiny
shoe!
My thanks go to the students for the high level of interest and participation shown on the day. I would also like to
extend my thanks to the accompanying teachers Miss Bourke and Mrs Briggs, the accompanying parents, Mrs
Marilyn Smith and Mrs Anita Cardow and our drivers Mick, Frank and Caville for making the excursion a worthwhile
Sports Floor Installed
Over the holidays the sports floor was installed in our new Multi-Purpose Hall. Included in this installation was linemarking
for a basketball half court and a volley ball court. What an excellent facility for our children. Our PA system
is installed and working excellently, however, there are some items we still need and which some members of the
College community may be able to help with. In particular, we are looking for an electric keyboard (band quality),
some more guitar amplifiers and some stage lighting. We will be able to acquire these items over time, but if you
happen to have access to any of these, please let Mr Andrews know.
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School banking day has changed to Wednesdays.
Contact Lucy Nyawha through the school office
for details.