Year 6 Camp
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Second last day in Canberra. Mr King entertained the kids with a clap rap (they were blown away :) ) Pancakes, fruit and cereal for breakfast and off we went with an 8am start on the bus. A 45 minute windy drive through the scenic ACT country side to arrive at Canberra Deep Space Communications Complex. Canberra Deep Space Complex involved students learning about the amazing work being done by Australians, and the incredible missions they are revealing about the secrets of the universe.
After a satisfying morning tea, the students learnt how to vote at the National Electoral Education Centre. Watch out parents! All students had an opportunity to search for their parents to see if they are registered to vote in their electorate. A very quick lunch and then it was off to Parliament House. We had a tour around the enormous buildings looking at portraits of past Prime Ministers, visited the House of Representatives and House of Senate. Did you know that Parliament House cost $1.1 billion and took over 7 years to build. Students then took part in a mock parliamentary debate. The two topics they discussed were 'there should be no homework' and 'all students should do 3 hours of sport a week' (students topics of course!). Back to Bush Capital Lodge for Fish and Chips and custard and fruit for dessert. Well it's time for teachers to sign off and help your kids pack their bags ready for our fun filled last day in Canberra tomorrow. See you at the airport :) |