Early morning on Monday 15 March the Senior VCAL students packed up and headed for the sandy beaches of Phillip Island for their ‘Health is Wealth’ overnight camp. This is a student-led camp where students organise all of the activities and meals. Running these activities directly relates to learning outcomes for the Personal Development Studies, Numeracy and Work Related Studies subjects, while also providing an applied learning opportunity.
The first day started with a tour around the chocolate factory then we moved on to YCW beach for a surfing lesson run by local business Surf Trax. The sun was shining and waves were crashing as some of the students found their footing on the boards.
Following this, the students enjoyed a mini golf tournament, kart races around the caravan park, a night walk with lanterns and a short meditation before the rain started. Hot chocolate and trivia concluded the first day.
Day two included sand dune surfing, with Mr Steve Tarulli breaking the land speed record down the dunes. Bush hut making and a boot camp to finish off left some tired bodies making their way on to the bus for the afternoon drive back to MLMC.
Well done to the Senior VCAL students for stepping out of their comfort zones and giving the activities a go. “It felt good to have these two days of bonding and developing closer friendships,” Niall Hudson (Year 12 Silver) said.
Witnessing the students’ teamwork and increased camaraderie was wonderful to see. A big thank you goes to the staff for giving up their time so that the students have these rich learning opportunities.
