iHub - A busy start to Term 3!

2025 Book Week preparations are underway, with the Children’s Book Week being held from August 16 to 23. This year’s theme is Book and Adventure, and please watch out for the wonderful Primary Book Parade coming up on Friday in Week 5!

Exam Provisions are being hosted in the iHub during some of the Week 3 HSC Trial exams (watch for SchoolBox notifications!) Opening times are so far only affected on Monday 4th, Tuesday 5th, and Friday the 8th of August - when the iHub will be closed from 8.40-12pm. Students and staff have been reminded to come in before 8.40am for any necessary IT or library desk needs. Email is always an option too!

BDC Rocket League teams are still looking for players! Please come to the library desk and talk to Mr Walker if you are interested in committing to a comp this term.

Hope 25 Book Donations
Thank you to everyone that has so kindly contributed books to our BDC Hope 25 drive! The book boxes located at the front doors of the Primary and Senior libraries have been filling up with wonderful donations for students in the Ukraine.

Science Fair 2025

The 2025 Science Fair, held on Tuesday 22 July, was a resounding success and a highlight of the school’s academic calendar. With the theme of: ‘Unravelling the secrets of the universe’, it was designed to showcase the creativity, critical thinking and scientific communication skills of our Year 8 students, the event was both engaging and educational for all involved.

Every Year 8 student contributed to the fair by preparing a project that demonstrated scientific inquiry and experimentation. Projects ranged from Environmental Science investigations to Physics demonstrations and even language experiments, reflecting a broad range of interests and curriculum links. Students demonstrated a solid understanding of scientific research and critical thinking, presenting their findings with confidence and enthusiasm.

The event was attended by the full Year 8 cohort and observed by students from Year 7 and the senior primary classes. It was particularly rewarding to see older students acting as role models for their younger peers, explaining concepts clearly and answering questions thoughtfully. The presence of younger students added to the lively and inclusive atmosphere of the fair, sparking curiosity and excitement about future science learning.

Teachers and staff were impressed by the quality of the work, the level of preparation, and the maturity of the presentations. Many commented on the excellent communication methods and scientific understanding evident. The Science Fair not only allowed students to apply their learning in an area of interest, in a real-world context but also helped build confidence and a sense of achievement.

Overall, the Science Fair 2025 celebrated student learning and fostered a school-wide appreciation for Science. It highlighted the value of inquiry-based learning and provided a memorable experience for all participants and visitors. Well done Year 8