The Science Experience
Opportunities seized for BSC Students

Seven students from our college successfully completed four days of STEM immersion during January at ECU Joondalup as part of The Science Experience.

These students have an interest in science and applied to participate in this unique and engaging program where they partook in a wide range of fascinating science activities under the guidance of scientists who love their work. They worked within many different laboratories and lecture theatres, collaborating with scientists, industry leaders and experts in various fields of STEM hands on learning including: coding, Aboriginal sciences, pure mathematics - infinity and beyond, biological soil sciences, ecosystems, physics, astronomy and conservation both within the world class learning spaces of ECU Joondalup and out in the field; two favourites being Gin Gin and Yanchep National Park.

Not only did students gain insights about further studies in science, technology and engineering, highlighting the wide range of careers that allow students to pursue their interest and abilities in the sciences, but the experience of learning at university with like minded passionate youth has fuelled their intrinsic curiosity for lifelong adult learning. The 21st Century skills of critical thinking, creative thinking, communication, collaboration and teamwork and personal and social skills which are highly desirable for successful students in future pathways, were activated every day, for every student, during this program.

Congratulations to In Jung, Thomas Kay, Mya Firth, Beau Greig, Alex Hamlton, Alice Abrehart and Elouise Syers who recently met with college staff to share their experiences from this program. The takeaway message from these students was:

“If you are interested in STEM, look out for future opportunities
and have the courage to apply and register.
It was the best thing I have done, EVER!”

Thank you to ECU Joondalup, Rotary Joondalup and Rotary Northbridge who provided sponsorship for all seven participants to participate in this national program.

Glynne Bartle
AEP Coordinator 

ABCN Focus program at Belridge

The Australian Business and Community Network (ABCN) is a not-for-profit organisation that connects volunteers from member companies with students to provide fun, workplace-based mentoring programs that develop students’ confidence, skills and aspirations vital for thriving in the workplace of the future.

Belridge girls had the opportunity to participate in the ABCN Focus program targeting leadership skills. Over three weeks girls from Year 9 to 12 met with a facilitator and mentors online to discuss leadership skills and qualities. The Focus Program proved valuable based on the feedback of participants.

Students are encouraged to take part in other ABCN programs on offer throughout the year. 

Chloe Ironmonger
HASS Teacher

Dandjoo Group

The Belridge Secondary College Bush Tucker Native Garden will be formally opened at the end of Term 2, for NAIDOC week. The project is a multi-faceted project that has encompassed all learning areas of the school.

Recently six poles, reflecting totem poles were added to the garden design. The 6 'totem' pole designs were inspired by the artwork created by the Dandjoo group, elders and Art teacher, Ms Chloe Tsoulis reflecting the six indigenous seasons. Mrs Carolyn Wright adapted the design to wrap around the 6 poles and led a group of talented students to paint the design in an art incursion.

Book in a Day Fundraiser

In Week 5 this term, the English department held a movie fundraiser to raise funds for Book In A Day.  Past and present students and their families were invited to see Chaos Walking at Grand Cinemas, Joondalup.  The film, starring Tom Holland and Daisy Ridley, is based on the ‘The Knife of Never Letting Go’ by Patrick Ness: a novel that Belridge students study in English.

This event has kick-started our school’s fundraising for ‘Write a Book in a Day’ Competition which will take place later in the year. All funds raised go towards The Kids Cancer Project.

Alicia Holliday 
English Teacher

Belridge Ball 2021

Year 12 students had a stellar time on their night of nights – The Ball. The theme this year was a starry night, which suited the venue wonderfully.

As the sun went down, students sipped mocktails overlooking the oval and big-screens of Optus Stadium. Then, when the stars came out, we had a glorious view overlooking the Swan River from the grand ballroom. The students themselves were the most stunning sight though, glittering in their formal gowns and very handsome in suits and throughout the night they got to dance and take photos.

The 2021 Ball was a huge success and the students made memories to last a life time.

BALL AWARDS 2021

Belle of the Ball: Camille Bates
Beau of the Ball: Zane Witt
Mr. Charming: William McMartin
Mrs. Charming: Amber Howell
Social Butterfly: Bonnie Kerslake
Mr. Charisma: Clay Arrah
Brave and Bold: Noora Hameed
Best Dancer: Dylan Stuart
Students’ Choice: Ms. Jodie Grieve

Alicia Holliday
Year 12 Coordinator

Girls AFL Freo Dockers Cup

On the 23rd of March we travelled to MacDonald Reserve to compete in the Year 9-10 Girls AFL Freo Dockers Cup. Our girls came from a range of experiences, including some who had not played a game of AFL before, and players with different grades.  All students came together to work brilliantly as a team. We faced off against a mix of schools, including some with AFL Programs and Academies.  We were highly competitive against all teams and were leading at times against academy teams!

At the beginning of the day some of our less experienced girls were quite nervous to face off against some of the specialist schools, but were quite courageous and gutsy on the field, going into every contest to compete their hardest. As the day went on nerves started to settle and all the girls were keen to display their talent, with some of our most nervous players rapidly improving to become some of biggest contributors by the end of the day.

Throughout the day we had some West Perth talent scouts approach us about some of our girl players who had impressed them and looking to add to their talent programs.  They also commented on how competitive we had been against teams with far more experience than us. All girls that represented Belridge on the day should be proud of how they played, their sportsmanship, behaviour on and off the field and the talent they put on show.

Hopefully we can continue to build on the results of this carnival in future competitions to come, and  what is becoming a growing support and culture of Girls AFL at Belridge Secondary College.

I would like to thank Mr Timu and Mrs Ferreri for helping out with training in the lead-up to the day and at the carnival. Finally, a big thank you to all the girls for representing Belridge in such a positive way and show casing the talent that we have here at the College.

Josh Hollows
Health & Physical Education Teacher

Netball State Representatives 

Congratulations to Zjana Herangi (Year 12) on being selected to the 17U Netball State Team and Teagan Sawatzky (Year 11) as a Training Partner for 2021. We wish you both every success! 

Student Achievements 

Year 11, 2020 Subject Awards - Top Students 

With Term 1 being cut short by one week, we were unfortunately unable to hold our whole school assembly this term acknowledging students achievements. 

Congratulations to the following Subject Award winners for 2020: