Category Archives: Missions
A Word from the Principal
Combined Anglican Schools Worship I had the pleasure of attending the combined Anglican Schools Worship Service at St Peter’s Cathedral on 3 May. In attendance at the service were some 600 students and staff from the 12 Anglican Schools in … Continue reading
Surfing for Cebu
While some of us were enjoying the warmth of sharing an indoor Mothers’ Day lunch, teacher Ms Jacqui Street, along with the help of the Gilbert Family hosted a Surfing for Cebu day at Middleton. While the Gilbert girls, who … Continue reading
Mission and Service
On 3 May, Mr Grimmett escorted students James Grimmett and Sophie Weston to St Peter’s Cathedral for an Anglican Schools Service. The title of the service was “Anglican Schools Do Justice, Celebrating our Mission and Service.” Student representatives from many of the … Continue reading
DolphinWatch Update
Once again Investigator College is teaming up with DolphinWatch coordinators to assist with data collection and identification of the dolphin pods which live off our coastline. During the program students gain hands on experience in scientific notation and data collection … Continue reading
SRC ‘Boardies’ Day
In the last week of Term 2, the Middle and Senior School SRC groups hosted ‘Boardies’ day to raise money and awareness for Surf Lifesaving South Australia. The students really ‘got on board’ making the most of the last burst … Continue reading
Girl Power
A ‘Girl Power’ group which was started by Lyndall Mather, Parents & Friends member, and is aimed at teaching girls skills like sewing, knitting, cooking, health and nutrition has been at great success. The group have been busy making lots … Continue reading
Indulkana Exchange 2012
On Tuesday 21 March an excited group of students from Investigator College welcomed some very special visitors to the region. The weary traveling party, which included 16 students from Indulkana Anangu School, had travelled more than 1,135 km from the … Continue reading
Congolese Visitors
Throughout the year students at Investigator College help to raise funds and awareness for humanitarian groups through their Student Representative Council. One of the charities which students have been involved with over the years is Australia HOPE International (AHI). Last … Continue reading
Heart Felt Thank You T1W2
Often making donations to charitable causes can be a thankless and confusing activity as we are unsure if our gift really makes it to the desired destination. During 2011 families across the College donated goods, which were packaged into shoe … Continue reading
Money Raised for Starlight Children’s Foundation
In Year 6, students are offered the opportunity to develop leadership and set an example for the younger students. This year it has been inspiring to watch them listen to others, develop compassion and choose to do something for the … Continue reading
SRC Super Sports Heros
During Term 4 the Victor Harbor Campus, Junior SRC held a fundraiser to coincide with P.E. Week. Not only did the SRC run a Sports Hero Day, where students dressed up as their favourite sport star or in their team colours, … Continue reading
Soles for Souls
In recent weeks Mrs Kruger’s Year 1 class has been collecting Soles for Souls. The project, which is run by the Butterfly Movement asks people to donate gently worn or new shoes for people living in third world countries to … Continue reading
A Word from the Principal
I had the wonderful privilege of travelling with 15 students, staff and volunteers to the island of Cebu in the Philippines during the school holidays. Many people have commented to me about the ‘sacrifice’ in giving up my R&R to … Continue reading
SRC Talent Quest
During Term 3, the Victor Harbor Junior SRC held a talent quest. Students sang songs, performed comedy routines, plays and played musical instruments. 3 judges scored the students out of ten and awarded six winners. It was a wonderful two … Continue reading
SRC Canvases for Cebu
Recently the Victor Harbor Junior SRC provided each class with a giant canvas, on which to create a class portrait. These portraits are currently being sold in a silent auction to raise money for the Cebu Mission Trip. The Junior SRC encourages … Continue reading