We are pleased to advise that we have commenced our program of extra-curricular activities for Semester 2. Extra-curricular involvement is seen as fundamental to a student's overall development both individually and within the school community. At Foxwell State Secondary College our program endeavours to: 

• expose students to new skills and an expanded worldview
• increase self-esteem and self-worth
• develop and improve social skills
• support health and wellbeing
• foster a sense of pride for individual and group

All Foxwell State Secondary College students are expected to participate in a minimum of one extra-curricular activity within the school year. While 2020 has presented some challenges in our ability to offer these activities, we encourage students to now engage in the activity of their choice. Included in the activities currently on offer are:

Coder:academy

Earlier this year, Coder:academy was created as an opportunity for students to be involved in self-paced coding courses. Mr Kerwin would like to reinvigorate the academy for any student who is interested in developing coding skills.

Specifically, Swift Playgrounds, which is used to actually code iPads and iPhones will be explored during these sessions. Students who are interested should check their Seesaw messages for more information. To sign up, email Mr Kerwin or see him at lunchtime outside the Learning Hub on Thursday between 11:35am and 12:00pm.

Robonauts

Mr Kerwin and Mr Boag are relaunching their Robotics Club. While competitions may not be occurring at the moment, students are encouraged to bring their lunch to the robotics room on Fridays to experiment with building and coding Lego robotics. The program is self-paced and a great way to think analytically and with an engineering focus.

Day:                             Fridays

Time:                           11:35 - 12:25

Where:                        EG.10 Robotics Room

Requirements:            Commitment - if you sign up, turn up.

What next:                  Mr Kerwin will clear the current robotics class on Seesaw. Come along this Friday and your name will be added again. 

eSports

Students are welcome to join the eSports activity each Monday from 3.15pm to 4.30pm. Sessions are held in the Learning Hub. See Mr Kerwin or Mrs Crowe if you would like to find out more!

Drama Festival

The Drama Fest Team continues to work towards their performance in Week 10 of this term. These students are currently rehearsing from 3.00pm to 5.30pm every Wednesday. We are excited about the opportunity to experience their magnificent performance and see the fruits of their hard work this term!

Tech Crew

The Foxwell State Secondary College Tech Crew are responsible for facilitating major events held within the school community. These events can include the requirement for sound, lighting, audio-visual and stage management and range from the school assembly to community events. Members of the Tech Crew may be required to spend time during lunch breaks as well as before and after school preparing for events and/or training on equipment. There is no regular scheduled training for this extra-curricular activity. 

Students interested in being a part of the Tech Crew are asked to come to a meeting on Monday 10th August at 11.35am at the Lecture Theatre. 

Instrumental Music

Our Instrumental Music Program continues this semester, as per each student’s individual timetable. We have enjoyed some of their performances already and look forward to seeing and hearing students in a range of forums and venues as the term progresses.

More information? We will continue to post information and updates about our extra-curricular program via our bulletin every Monday. Students and families will also receive updates and messages via Seesaw.