Get Inspired, Get Writing – Poetry Workshop Day

Calling all creative minds! Our Secondary Students are in for a treat on Friday 15 August with Poetry Workshops designed to spark imagination and inspire expression.

Years 7 & 8 - Online Workshop

We are excited to offer Year 7 and 8 English students the opportunity to participate in an online Poetry Workshop, hosted by the Queensland Writers Centre. This interactive session will give students the chance to connect with a professional poet and strengthen their creative writing skills in a fun and engaging way.

Workshop Details:

• Date: Friday, 15th August
• Time: 9:00am – 10:30am
• Location: Online via Adobe Connect (Students should log in using their Adobe Connect credentials)

Access the Workshop Room

• Workshop Presenter: Geneve Flynn – www.geneveflynn.com.au

Year 7 and 8 English teachers will join students in the online session to support and guide them throughout the workshop.

We hope your student enjoys this valuable learning opportunity and is inspired by the experience of working with a published poet.

Year 9 - In-Person Experience 

We are pleased to offer Year 9 English students an exciting opportunity to take part in a Poetry Workshop at the Queensland Writers Centre next term. This engaging event will allow students to meet with a professional poet and develop their creative writing skills in a hands-on and inspiring environment.

Workshop Details:

• Date: Friday, 15th August
• Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
• Venue: Queensland Writers Centre (Level 2, State Library of Queensland, South Brisbane)
• Meeting Point: Main foyer, outside the Library Café at the State Library, 9:45am
• Workshop Facilitator: Donita Bundy – www.donitabundy.com

Mrs Field and Miss Macpherson will be attending the workshop with the students. Students are responsible for making their own way to the venue. Once they arrive and check in with the teachers at 9:45am, they will be supervised for the duration of the workshop. At 12:00pm, students will be directed to the front of the building where they can reconnect with their home educators.

If your child is planning to attend, please register their attendance by contacting one of the class teachers:

• Mrs Field: https://learning.faith.qld.edu.au/search/user/6708
• Miss Macpherson: https://learning.faith.qld.edu.au/search/user/6766

We understand that some families may be unable to attend due to travel distance, but we hope those who can make it will enjoy this enriching learning experience.

Don't Miss Out!

These workshops are a fantastic opportunity for students to explore language in a creative and meaningful way.