Technical and Applied Studies Faculty – Ellouise Bernie

Vinnie’s Project – Year 9 Food Tech

Year 9 Food Technology students have gained an awareness of food security issues not only globally, but also locally as they have studied the topic of Food Equity this term. Other issues around the future of our food, sustainability, food waste, ‘food miles’ and current food production practices have also been investigated. 

We are so proud of our Year 9 Food Technology students who saw a need and created a snack specifically for distribution to Vinnies clients in our parish and Van Services. Mr John and Mrs Imelda O’Neil from Cronulla Parish came to hear from the student chefs about their packaged creations and take them for distribution. Fr Adrian was on hand to provide his thanks to our thoughtful students who undertook this task with great heart.

Student feedback:

From designing and creating a food item, I have developed a sense of knowledge around food insecurity and the struggles of people in need. With my knowledge on nutrition, I felt happy to give back to others, creating a nutritious healthy snack food item.

On Monday we prepared and cooked a food item for Vinnies recipients who we felt might like a little sweet treat. We hope to show them that we care and understand what they are going through in needing a helping hand. From this activity I have learnt how we can make a difference in the lives of others. It was a joyful experience. 

Ellouise Bernie, Instructional Leader of Curriculum – TAS