Year 5 Canberra Immersion

Year 5 students participated in an education tour of the national capital over three days and two nights. Students were given the opportunity to participate in a variety of educational programs with a focus on Australia’s history, culture, heritage and democracy, including visiting Parliament House, The War Memorial, CSIRO, museums and art galleries, National Archives MOAD and Electoral Education office to name a few. Students had fun at the pool on the first night, and Questacon the second night. It was surprisingly chilly with the snow spotted on the local mountains

The Australian Government recognises the importance of all young Australians being able to visit the national capital as part of their Civics and Citizenship education. To assist families in meeting the cost of the excursion the Australian Government contributed funding of $30 per student under the Parliament and Civics Education Rebate program towards those costs. 

– Amber Bidwell
Year 5 teacher

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