Year 7/8
What is the main climate type found in the Australian Outback?
Desert
What year did World War I begin?
1914
What year did World War II begin?
1939
What does SACE stand for?
South Australian Certificate of Education
What are the school values?
Kindness, Respect and Achievement
What is the longest river in Australia?
Murray River
What was one of the major changes that occurred during the Industrial Revolution?
Machines began to replace hand tools in factories
What event marked the beginning of World War II?
The invasion of Poland by Germany
How many SACE credits do you need to successfully finish year 12?
200
What does PBL stand for?
Positive Behaviours for Learning
What was the purpose of the pyramids in Ancient Egypt?
To act as burial tombs for pharaohs and important figures
Which significant battle in World War I saw Australian soldiers fight alongside British forces and is remembered as a key moment in Australian history?
The Battle of Gallipoli
What was one result of the 1967 Referendum in Australia?
Indigenous Australians were counted in the national census
In year 10, you complete a compulsory subject called EIF, what does this stand for?
Exploring Identities and Futures
What is the Principal, and Deputy Principal's FULL names?
Mrs. Sylvia Groves and Mrs. Danni Margan
Who were the Vikings?
Warriors and explorers from Scandinavia
What can help improve food security?
Improving food distribution systems and reducing food waste
What was the Stolen Generations policy in Australia?
The systematic removal of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children from their families
In year 11 OR 12, you complete a compulsory subject called AIF, what does this stand for?
Activating Identities and Futures
How often is the school newsletter published?
Twice, per term
What was the role of the Samurai in Japan under the Shoguns?
To serve as warriors and protect the Shogun's land
What is a biome?
A large, distinct biological community of plants and animals in a specific region
What was the purpose of the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games in the context of post-war Australia?
To boost national morale and showcase Australia on the world stage
What subjects have EIF and AIF replaced?
Personal Learning Plan (PLP) and Research Project (RP).
In what year did SHS open?
1959