Where we are by Rasyidah (Year 8)
Australia is situated on the south eastern side of the world. Being such an enormous country, many Australians consider this land as a miniature ‘world’ of its own. Australia is one of the seven continents on this planet. Australia is an eminent place, famous for its kangaroos, unique culture, slang, footy and beer. Filled with people bursting with national pride, this is one of the irreplaceable places on Earth, full of rare, harsh, yet unforgiving beauty in its world renowned bushland. This country is truly blessed with an enormous range of terrain to be found here, a paradise where one can find arid, scorching deserts, snowy mountains (Blue Mountain Ranges), lush green, sub tropical rainforests and of course the extraordinary bushland all in one place. Australia, steeped in history and native culture, is truly a country worth being proud of, and so, ‘Cheers mate! have a great day!’
Our school is in the Town of Victoria Park, located in Perth, Western Australia. The Town’s council’s aim is to work in partnership and harmony with the community and enrich the quality of life of the residents living here. They do this by enhancing the Town’s Identity, Spirit and Diversity. The Town has built and provided the resourceful and convenient Community Centre where everyone can come together, relax, play sports, read in the Town’s library, hold meetings and just take a more active and fun part in the community. They have provided and maintained the town’s many beautiful parks, gardens and memorials. This is truly a beautiful town endowed with an even more beautiful school.
This year, our Head librarian has introduced us to the wonderful project of the Giggle IT scheme. The Year Eight classes of middle school, 2009 have been recently writing and composing several literary pieces, including limericks, humorous poetry and short story writing. Our school is Ursula Frayne Catholic College. We believe we are the best for countless reasons. Some are: we are a K to 12 school, we are equipped and blessed with many wonderful facilities, we are provided many excellent and outstanding teachers who really help us to put our best foot forward and our school is a very anti-bullying zone with almost all students and staff in the campaign against it. Too many reasons to mention, overall we are a brilliant school with many outstanding qualities. I feel, and most of the students and staff too, to be privileged to be part of this warm, welcoming community.
Limericks from Year 8 students - 2009 Froggie by Frances Lanz by Lanz By Dominique By Shane Party in Australia by Bridget By Michaela |
By Shannon Maddona’s sparkling diamond skit Sometimes off tune just a bit Her voice into the mic was something that they’d like We’d hope that we could just stay and sit. By Ririho A group of horses galloped at night when they saw that no one was in sight They became feral horses escaping the military forces their coats glistening in the moonlight. A girl from Perth by Andrea There once was a girl from Perth Who hoped to save the Earth So she helped and she helped Like a Christmas elf that weird little girl from Perth. Betrayed by Mikayla At lunchtime we always played Our friendships beginning to fade. It was great at the start Then you broke my heart Now I feel really betrayed. By David Conner is my best mate We party on till late He likes to go on dates From many raves He and I were out for days. |
Year 7 - 2011 Year 7 - Mrs Cole and Mrs Oates
Snow White's Seven Dwarfs in the Australian culture
Snags: BBQ’s are part of Aussie’s way of life. Crikey: In memory of Steve Irwin Mateee: Australians call each other mate Cook: for Captain Cook Didgeri: Short for didgeridoo Anne Zac: for ANZAC day Ripper: Australians say “Have a ripper day”. Year 7 - Mrs Cole and Mrs Oates Snow White's Seven Dwarfs in the Australian culture Snags: BBQ’s are part of Aussie’s way of life. |
Year 7 - Mrs Commisso and Mrs Oates Snow White's Seven Dwarfs in the Australian culture Diggy Diggy Hole: Dwarfs diggy diggy holes and there are lots of miners in Australia Year 7 - Mr Pizzolante and Mrs Oates Snow White's Seven Dwarfs in the Australian culture Loosey Lucy: Australians are easy going |