5/6 Surfing Excursions
Last week our Year 5 & 6 students were given the opportunity to participate in a learn to surf and beach safety water program at Smiths Beach in Phillip Island. It was my first time experiencing a surfing excursion and I can see why the school has been using this approach for their water safety lessons for the older students for such a long time! The knowledge they gained about rips was really clear and understandable. And then the excitement and pride that I saw on the students’ faces as they rode (or attempted to ride) the waves was very special! We can’t wait to offer the opportunity to the Year 5 & 6 students again next year. Thank you to all the parents who made sure their kids were at school at 7:15am for our early departure. Also, a big thank you to the handful of families who swapped their excursion attendance day so that we could even out our numbers. Our staff also did a great job of organising the first aid, getting to work nice and early, and then assisting the surf instructors with helping the students get moving on the waves.
Shae Warren
Physical Education Teacher and Sport Co-ordinator