Greater Shepparton Secondary College's Agriculture continues to grow and thrive, engaging increasing numbers of students in both hands-on, industry-related and classroom learning.
This current initiative is to support having animals at school, in particular sheep and calves, so that students who choose Agriculture can participate in the Victorian Merino Wether Challenge and the Cows Create Careers programs.
Both programs are highly successful and allow students to experience hands-on learning with animals and learn about sustainable production, land management and careers in the relevant industries.
The Merino Wether Challenge is a huge program which runs in NSW, SA and WA and has started in Victoria this year.
Enabling student participation and exposure to state-wide sheep and cattle programs
$2000
Funding support adding value to our school curriculum
$1,440
Fencing to protect our school's living educational space where students learn about First Nations people and cultures.
$500
Growing our own herbs and vegetables to use in our Food Rocks program covering breakfast, morning tea and lunch.
$1750
All three kindergarten sites will benefit from the installation of compost bins and vegetable gardens.
$1321