Year 10 Commerce – Market Day 2025

This year’s Market Day was a vibrant showcase of creativity, culture, and community spirit, hosted by our Year 10 Commerce students as part of the Running a Business unit. On Monday 8 September, the JF Terrace transformed into a bustling outdoor marketplace, where 18 student-led businesses brought the theme “Around the World”  to life.

From the aromatic spices of Egypt to the bold flavors of Mexico, students offered a delightful array of international foods and handmade products inspired by countries including Vietnam, the USA, the UK, and many more. The event was not only a celebration of global diversity but also a powerful learning experience in entrepreneurship.

Learning Through Doing

Market Day gave students the chance to step into the shoes of real-world business owners—planning, problem-solving, and serving customers with professionalism and flair. As Year 10 students Taylor Mavrakis and Sophia Quick shared:

“Market Day allowed us to step outside our comfort zones and experience what it’s like to run a functioning business. From the planning process to problem-solving, and eventually to serving customers, we all learned such valuable skills that will help us in the future.”

A Cause Worth Supporting – Let’s Build a School in Cambodia

All proceeds from Market Day—an impressive $5,331 raised in just one lunchtime—will be donated to Let’s Build a School, a project supporting educational opportunities in Cambodia. This initiative, in partnership with Global Development Partner, empowers communities by providing access to quality education.

Behind the Scenes

A heartfelt thank you to the many staff and community members who made this event possible:

• Mark Brown and the Operations Team for their seamless setup
• Mel Bolton and the Cafeteria Staff for their support
• The Social Sciences Department, led by Thomas Sutcliffe and Suvini Kottegoda, for guiding the Year 10 Commerce students every step of the way.

Looking Ahead

Market Day is a cornerstone of our Commerce curriculum, allowing students to explore innovation, teamwork, and business acumen in a hands-on environment. With perfect weather, enthusiastic crowds, and a shared sense of purpose, this year’s event was a resounding success. As students now reflect on their experience in their upcoming Business Report Assessment Task, we celebrate their achievements and look forward to an even bigger and better Market Day in 2026!

Suvini Kottegoda
Social Science Teacher