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Mixing it up in the Food Studio
Year 8 students continued their rotation through the Technology & Enterprise Learning area with 2 new classes
commencing with Home Economics. The focus of their classes has been simple food preparation skills and basic
nutrition concepts. Part of their investigation of food models that promote healthy eating, students prepared a
healthy family meal, following the principles of the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating. Students enjoyed having
free reign to choose whatever healthy meal they wanted. Many of the recipes were of an exceptionally high
standard, comparable in appearance and taste to any restaurant meal, and
certainly amongst the best meals ever produced by Year 8 students!
Year 9 students have also been using the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating
as a reference for producing healthy family meals. Students investigated their
own family food needs and then, following the recommended guidelines,
selected recipes to suit their family. Students trialled the recipes at school
before preparing the meal at home. The general consensus from parents was “lets do it again!”. Students gained
an appreciation for how much planning and effort goes into preparing food for the family for one meal, let alone
an entire week. Most importantly, many felt a sense of satisfaction knowing that they could make a positive
contribution to family life by helping with food preparation.
Year 10 students are currently exploring food from all around the world. They have been researching and
producing food from countries unfamiliar to many. As food can be the bridge across differences, working with
food from other cultures allows our students to develop a sense of respect and tolerance for people different to
themselves. Some students have contributed exotic family recipes, which have been enjoyed just as much as
more popular international foods like Chocolate Mousse, Nasi Goreng, Sukiyaki and Baked Lemon Cheesecake.
Voluntary Contributions and Compulsory Charges
Thank you for payment of the voluntary contribution and charges. To date we have received 72% of total
requested monies and this has enabled all our students to benefit with the purchase of quality resources
and equipment needed for the fantastic educational programs delivered by our committed and enthusiastic
teaching staff. Your continued support is highly valued.
Payment can be made at the front office, by telephone any time during office hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm or for
your convenience via direct payment Bank Details are: Ashdale Secondary College, Commonwealth Bank,
Account No 1990 1762, BSB 06 6040. **Please ensure your child’s name is in the reference field.
If you are facing financial difficulty suitable arrangements to suit your budget can be made by phoning the
Manager Corporate Service, Christine Taylor on 9302 7100.
Office Hours: Monday to Friday 8.00am - 4.00pm
T 08 9302 7100 F 08 9302 7188
75 Westport Parade, Darch WA 6065
www.ashdalesc@det.wa.edu.au
Independent Public School Achieving a Positive Future
Colleen Piano, Teacher Technology & Enterprise
The consensus
from parents was
“Let’s do it again!!”