School News – June 2021

Wahroonga Adventist School

The Future Project is a unique collaboration between scientists, engineers, and our secondary school students, that is designed to inspire and equip the next generation. To achieve this, our students are provided with the opportunity to work on and be mentored through a variety of research projects guided by leading scientists and engineers.

A warm congratulations to Year 11 students Renee and Fraser, who have both been selected to take part in The Future Project for 2021 as Senior Research Interns. “I am thrilled to be a part of a program that gives me the opportunity, as a student, to participate in unprecedented research in science,” says Renee. “I also get to learn valuable skills that I can take through my HSC and into future job opportunities.”

Renee and Fraser were chosen as part of the final 20 external participants out of a total 200 applicants. They will attend The Future Project weekly and during school holiday time at an industry-standard research facility at The King’s School. Fraser adds, “The opportunity is amazing: to work with upcoming scientific prodigies on endeavours that will support real people and are improving this world.”

Congratulations to Renee and Fraser! We know that both students will make the most of this amazing opportunity.

Mountain View Adventist College

Enrolment is now open for the Mountain View Adventist College Scholarship Program for 2022. College scholarships will be awarded across five categories (Academic, Leadership, Service, All Rounder and First Nations), with each scholarship providing up to 100% of the tuition component of students’ school fees. Applications close 25th June, 2021. To apply, visit https://mvac.adventist.edu.au.

Mountain View Adventist College is well known for being a thriving multi-cultural school that combines Christian values with quality education. Here is what Monica, the parent of one of our Year 6 students, had to say about the college:

My child has gained a tremendous amount of confidence within her academic learning. Mountain View provides a nurturing learning environment which encourages children to feel confident within themselves and around others. We have been a part of the school for 7 years and I have no hesitation in recommending the school.

Hills Adventist College

Hills Adventist College recently held their Week of Worship (WoW), with the student body getting involved in serving throughout the week. Pastor Phil Yates is grateful that the week has had such a powerful impact on students, saying:

“We’ve had an enormous week, with 60 students involved in a variety of ways, from the music team, to AV, to stagehands; and our speaker, Eddie, really connected with the students through his story. Today we saw a lot of students give their hearts to God, making a decision, and a lot of students requesting Bible study.”

The theme for Week of Worship was ‘Jesus Is”, and was presented by Pastor Eddie Hypolite, who kept students engaged. Eddie also informed and encouraged students while talking about life choices, and there were a variety of one-on-one topics covered, such as ‘Jesus is Us’, ‘Jesus is Radical’, ‘Jesus is Truth’ and ‘Jesus is Love’.

During the altar call, all of the Year 5 and 6 students came forward, alongside a few senior students. A variety of special items were sung, and the week included a special Pancake Crew breakfast for middle and senior students, which was a big hit.

Hurstville Adventist School

In anticipation of Mother’s Day, Hurstville Adventist held its own special Spa Day for mothers and caregivers within the school community. Each class organised nail and facial spas and a drawing competition for students to take part in. There was lots of fun to be had with Kahoot!, a game-based learning platform that engaged parents and Year 5 and 6 students. Special items were performed throughout the day, including poems that were written and read by students. The day concluded with packed picnic lunches.

Macarthur Adventist College

The Australian Defence Force came to Macarthur Adventist College on Wednesday, 21st April, in support of the college’s ANZAC Day ceremony. With a moving service, the college community commemorated the many lives lost during the first major military battle, which was fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War.

There were wreaths laid, and special items were sung by students and staff. After the ceremony, DFA personnel stayed behind to talk to students in upper secondary about future careers in the Defence Force.

Sydney Adventist School Auburn

Sydney Adventist School Auburn recently celebrated Harmony Day, which aims to embrace Australia’s cultural diversity. Students were reminded of the importance of being inclusive and respectful, and how vital it is for each of us to have a sense of belonging.