Fostering museum partnerships in History

The purpose of Year 12 students studying History Extension through the inquiry process of the History Project is to understand the role of the historian and historiography in the construction and interpretation of History. Museums are central to this process. Santa students were given the opportunity to think critically and actively participate in ‘The Project 2025’ which was hosted by the State Library of NSW and Museums of History NSW. A huge thank you to Lauren Jenkins for facilitating this learning.

Brigida Zagora
Head of HSIE (Humanities and Social Sciences)

Teacher Reflection

On 13 November, Year 11 History Extension students took part in The Project 2025 webinar, hosted by the State Library of NSW and Museums of History NSW. The program featured a dynamic Q&A with journalist Marc Fennell, interviews with former high-achieving students and lectures from experienced educators. Students left the webinar inspired and equipped with practical strategies for refining their research topics, sourcing credible evidence and wrestling with complex historiographical questions.
Lauren Jenkins
History Extension Teacher

Student Reflections

The History Extension Seminar, run by the State Library, gave us valuable insight not only into the nuts and bolts of the Major Project, but also the complexity of history itself, and deepened our understanding of what it means to practise historiography. We heard from journalist Marc Fennell, experienced History teachers, and past students, who taught us that any history can be powerful and significant, that research can be at once challenging, refreshing and enlightening, and that there are always a range of voices to include in the writing of history. We emerged from the seminar feeling inspired, supported and eager to embark on our projects.
Calliope Stewart
Year 11

The History Extension Seminar was an informative session, which provided us with  comprehensive insight, tips, and advice for the major work we are about to embark on. We had the opportunity to gain historiographical insight from Australian journalist Marc Fernell, and useful advice from other history extension teachers, and a panel of successful past students. Additionally, we were directed to an abundance of resources to aid our project. Overall, this experience was highly beneficial in setting the scene for our major project, and providing us with some more direction and confidence for our project.
Emily Wong
Year 11