The interviews with Vasey House residents started last week. Students spent some time documenting the early life of their residents.
The collaboration between students and residents is both heartwarming and insightful. As the students ask questions and listen to personal stories, they gain a deeper understanding of the rich histories that shape their community.
The residents enjoyed spending time with the students and reminiscing with interesting stories. Due to the demand from Vasey residents wanting to be involved, 8 new Year 10 students volunteered for the project.
In the coming weeks, the students will continue conducting interviews, gathering details about life in different eras, personal experiences, and the values that have influenced their residents’ journeys. As the project progresses, the students are excited to present their findings in a creative format at the end of the term.
It has been pleasing to see the good number of Year 10 students who have been proactive in gaining their expected 10 hours of volunteering as part of the Service Learning program.
Some students have been dedicating their time and efforts to a wide variety of causes, from helping at their local sporting club or volunteering at local community organisations, as well to signing up for college programs such as Eddie’s Brekky Van. Their commitment not only fulfils the requirements of the program but also demonstrates the strong sense of social responsibility that these students are developing. It is inspiring to see how they are using their skills and energy to make a positive impact in the Parade and the wider community.
Year 10 students are asked to read the Daily Bulletin for volunteering opportunities. Eddie’s Brekky Van and the Himilo Homework Club are good examples of college initiatives that will help them earn their hours.
This week we commenced volunteering at the Himilo Homework Club. Himilo is a community-led project that exists to improve education, employment, health, and social cohesion outcomes for the Australian-Somali community of West Heidelberg. The Homework Club allows our students to tutor primary aged students with basic English and Math.
We take students on Monday afternoons leaving the College at 3.30pm and returning to the College at 5.30pm. All Year 9 to 12 students are invited to participate and can sign up at the Community Action Centre.
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