Technology and Applied Studies (TAS)
Celebrating Excellence in Teaching – Mr Ryan Kooyman Recognised
We are proud to congratulate Mr Kooyman, one of our dedicated TAS teachers, on receiving the prestigious Emmaus Award for Excellence in the First Five Years of Teaching. This award recognises Mr Kooyman's outstanding contributions to both the development of our workshop facilities and the enhancement of teaching and learning in Technology education.
Under Mr Kooyman’s leadership, our practical learning spaces have undergone significant upgrades. Last week, new woodturning lathes, a table saw, and a state-of-the-art laser cutter were installed—modernising our workshops and aligning them with current industry standards. Students are already engaging with the new equipment as they bring their design projects to life, marking an exciting new chapter for TAS at our school. We are grateful for the energy and care Mr Kooyman brings to our school community.
Year 10 Taster Lesson Stage 6 Hospitality
We kicked off the term with an exciting opportunity for our Year 10 Food Technology students to experience a taster lesson in Stage 6 VET Hospitality (Certificate II in Food and Beverage). Students thoroughly enjoyed exploring the practical side of hospitality, gaining hands-on experience with food preparation and professional plating techniques. It was a fantastic introduction to the real-world skills offered in the senior course and a great way to inspire future pathways in the industry.
Stage 5 Design and Technology
Year 9 Design and Technology students have been involved in an Interior Design project this semester From concept to construction, each student designed and built a miniature interior space based on a current design trend. The project involved creating concept boards, perspective drawing and model making. The attention and innovation students bought to the project was impressive. The students are now involved in creating a soft furnishing item for their designed spaces. Well done to Yr 9 Design and Technology students.
TAS Student of the Month – Max Connell
Our monthly recognition of outstanding TAS students has continued to roll on this term. Congratulations to our latest TAS Student of the Month award winner.
Max consistently demonstrates an exemplary attitude and a strong ability to work independently on extension projects, while also showing initiative in supporting his peers. Congratulations to Max, who has been awarded a voucher and chocolate in recognition of his efforts.
Pillars Café
Pillars café continues to be a very popular spot for hot chocolates on the colder mornings before school. Thankyou to all our baristas who consistently show up to make coffees, hot drinks, and milkshakes for staff and students. Pillars café opens Tuesday and Thursday mornings Week A and Thursday Week B before school with cash and eftpos available.
The roster for the reminder of the term is listed below.
| Week | Tuesday | Thursday |
| 7 | Alfie J, Charles J | Eleanor J, Tilly S, Anthony B |
| 8 | Pillars Closed | Hazel M, Sienna S, Evie HL |
| 9 | Georgina H, Ella O, Alli G | Lucy G, Sienna M, Julia J, Felix O |
