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Our fortnightly ‘Directions’ newsletter keeps families and members of our community informed of College news, events, and important information. Recent articles are shown below.
Recent Articles
Secondary School Update
Investigator College is a Positive Education school. We access this program from PESA ‘Australia’s Peak Body for Education’ and all staff from R-12 are trained to deliver the Pos Ed curriculum.
Junior School Update
The Junior School was a sea of colour recently when all children from Reception to Year 6 were involved in our annual athletics carnival. The Junior Primary students had the opportunity to challenge themselves in a series of activities that involved running, jumping and throwing. The students from Years 3 – 6 took it up a notch as they represented their House in a series of events designed to encourage participation by all, as well as the opportunity for the athletically-able to excel.
Innovation Centre building update
We are pleased to share that the construction of the Innovation Centre will soon be entering an exciting new phase. The build will be taking an important step forward with the pouring of the concrete slab – a significant milestone that literally ‘lays the foundation’ for the brand-new facility we are all looking forward to.
Secondary School Update
One of the things I most enjoy about Investigator College is the level of respect that most of our students show throughout the school day. One of our college values is respect and that is for ourselves, others, animals and our environment. I see Investigator staff and students uphold that most of the time. Students speak politely, look after their classrooms and yard, and generally wear the uniform with pride.
From Our Principal
Embracing a growth mindset
Sometimes in our lives we encounter individuals or groups with fixed mindsets. People with these mindsets believe that their talents and abilities are fixed, and cannot be improved. Their learning is stifled, because they will not venture beyond their comfort zone, and see effort and persistence as pointless. They are not open to feedback, and often resent the person offering it. People with a fixed mindset generally turn their back on new approaches and stick to what they have done in the past, without evaluating its effectiveness.
Embracing a growth mindset
Sometimes in our lives we encounter individuals or groups with fixed mindsets. People with these mindsets believe that their talents and abilities are fixed, and cannot be improved. Their learning is stifled, because they will not venture beyond their comfort zone, and see effort and persistence as pointless. They are not open to feedback, and often resent the person offering it. People with a fixed mindset generally turn their back on new approaches and stick to what they have done in the past, without evaluating its effectiveness.
The vital role of animals
I trust your family has enjoyed a positive start to the school year. Walking around the college this week, I was reminded of the vital role animals play in our wellbeing. I saw lambs being bottle fed by students, day old chickens in the ag area, a visiting dog and guinea pigs in a classroom. Animals have a remarkable way of teaching us responsibility, empathy, and the importance of connection.
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Media Releases
Investigator College enjoys a wonderful relationship with local, state and national media, and regularly shares news with print, visual and online media outlets across our community.
Recent Media Releases
Year 12 graduates dream big for 2025 and beyond
Future physicists, lawyers, educators, health professionals and winemakers are among the Class of 2024. We catch up with six of them to discuss their final year, university studies, and career aspirations.
Early Learning Centre capacity increased
More 3- and 4-year-olds than ever before are set to benefit from an early childhood education, as Victor Harbor-based Little Investigators Early Learning Centre expands its capacity.
Year 12 results set Investigator graduates up for success
Investigator College’s Year 12 graduates have again achieved impressive South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) results, reinforcing the Fleurieu Peninsula school’s reputation for academic excellence.
Students discover war heroes in their own family tree
Two Investigator College students have received the prestigious Premier’s Anzac Spirit School Prize, following original research into relatives who fought in the World Wars. In recognition of their efforts Year 9s Sage Frankland and Ava Dauk were presented their prize by the Minister of Education, Training and Skills at Torrens Parade Grounds on Tuesday 19 November.
Investigator Robotics Teams storm to State Championships
An Investigator College robotics team has earned the prestigious Tournament Champion title at a high-profile interschool robotics event held at Salisbury East High School on 4 September.
School scarecrow steals the Royal Adelaide Show
Investigator College Year 5 students have wowed the judges and public at the Royal Adelaide Show, taking out four awards for their Fleurieu Peninsula-inspired scarecrow.
Our Future is in Good Hands…
Held in early August, Sustainable Futures Day is a day where Year 10-12 students from SA Anglican schools, who are interested in the environment and sustainability, can learn how they can turn their passion into a career.
Phoebe the joey gets second chance at Investigator
When his mum was struck by a car near Kuitpo Forest, kangaroo joey Phoebe’s future was thrown into doubt. However, when a Good Samaritan discovered her in the pouch and called Adelaide Hills Kangaroo Rescue, things started to look up.
Investigator to set sail against nation’s best
The Investigator College sailing team will compete against the best team sailing schools from around the country this July, as it returns to the annual Australian Secondary School Teams Sailing Championships.
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