Subject SelectionsYear 9 2021

Languages

Why choose French?• Available to Years 7, 8, 9 and 10 in 2021

• Student’s must have studied French in Year 7/8 to continue in Year 9 and 10.

• Students will work with Ms Colin-Sullivan to develop:

• Their ability to both read and write in French

• Fluency when speaking French

• Cultural Understanding

• Historical Knowledge

French

Why choose Indigenous Language?• Available to Years 7, 8 and 9 in 2021

• Key Focus on Gubbi Gubbi Language, History and Culture

• Students work with Gubbi Gubbi Elders and other key stakeholders to develop:

• Knowledge of the language

• Understanding of Indigenous History

• Understanding of Indigenous Culture

• Skills in Aboriginal Art

Indigenous Language

Welcome to the Business and

IT FacultyHOD – Mrs Singh

Overview

• Subjects on offer for Year 9 :• Economics and Business (ENB)

• Digital Technology (DIG)

• Civics and Citizenship (CIV)

• Lets have a look at what each subject is all about…

Economics and Business (ENB)

• Our Year 9 Business classes cover content in:• How markets work, government influences in the market and our rights and

responsibilities as consumers and business

• Financial risks and rewards; changing workplaces and competitive advantage in business

• Living standards and how governments influence and can improve living standards

Just some of our competitions we enter:

Where will studying Business take me:

• In your Senior phase of learning, this pathway will lead you to (ensuring you meet minimum requirements):• General Business

• Legal Studies General

Where can the study of Business take me?

ANYWHERE!!!!!

Business forms the basis of all careers e.g you want to become a tradesperson and want to open your own business, your knowledge in Business will help you more.

DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY (DIG)• Our Year 9 Digital Technology classes cover content in:

• Coding

• Gaming and game creation

• Learning new programming languages

• Networks and security

• Multimedia

Just some examples of what we do:

Careers

CIVICS and CITIZENSHIP (CIV)

• Our Year 9 classes cover content in:• Australia’s democracy, national identity and diverse cultures

• Australia’s political environment and influences on people’s political choices

• The court systems

Some projects we will engage in:

SOME POSSIBLE CAREERS

INTERESTED?• Whatever you choose within the Business and IT Faculty, will provide

you with skills that will benefit you in any career or pathway you choose.

• Not only will your skills be further developed but your general knowledge will increase exponentially too!

• If you have any questions, come and speak to Mrs Singh in Staffroom 5 or email bsing37@eq.edu.au

• So excited to have you join us on a fabulous journey of learning and discovering!

Welcome to the Industrial Technology and

Home Economics Faculty

HOD – Ms Horton

DEW09

Design products, services and environments

Make prototypes Make to specifications Production log

Design products, services and environments

Make prototypes Make to specifications Production log

Design products, services and environments Make prototypes Solve problems

Prepare dishes Design solutions Health and nutrition

Fashion design and folios Make prototypes Make to specification

THE ARTS

Acting HOD – Ms Wells

Year 9 DanceDance is the study of the body’s movement.

In Year 9 Dance you will study:

o Dance Technique and Performance Skills

o Choreography Skills

o Dance Appreciation Skills

o Contemporary Dance

o Ballet

o Jazz

o Hip Hop

o Dance through the ages from the 1920s-now including Charleston, Rock and Roll, Go Go Dancing, Disco, Breakdancing and much more!

Dance is excellent for developing your self-confidence, creativity, teamwork, problem

solving skills, physical fitness and coordination.

Dance is

for

everyone!

Year 9 Dance ExtensionDance Extension is for students who are gifted and talented in

the area of dance.

In Year 9 Dance Extension you will study:

o Ballet Technique

o Jazz Technique

o Musical Theatre

o Hip Hop

o Contemporary Technique

o Choreography Skills

o Performance Skills

o Nutrition and Anatomy

You will also have the opportunity to be part of

our prestigious Dance Performance Team that competes at eisteddfods and competitions.

Auditions:Wednesday, 28th

October2.30pm - 4.30pm

Year 9 MusicIn Year 9 Music you will:

• an instrument or continue learning your chosen instrument (such as guitar/keyboard, drum or voice

• Play music in groups• Listen and study music from a wide range of genres• Compose and record music using technology such as

Garageband and the recording studio

In Year 8 Music you will:

• Develop your skills on your chosen instrument (such as guitar/keyboard, drum or voice)

• Play music in groups• Listen and study music from a wide range of genres• Compose and record music using technology such as

Garageband and the recording studio

Music gives the chance to experience playing an instrument with your peers.

Performances are in front of a small audience.

Year 9 Art

Art is everywhere and in everything

In 9 Art you will study:

o The elements and principles of arto Techniques in two-dimensional art formso Artworks from different cultures times

and places

DRAWING + DESIGN ARTWORK ANALYSIS PAINTING PRINTMAKING

"Every child is an artist the

problem is how to remain an

artist once we grow up"

-Pablo Picasso

Year 9 DramaGot a bit of clown in you? OR are you passionate about modern issues in today’s world? Year 9 Drama has something for everyone.

Go- Getters involves mask and physical theatre to create meaning through a variety of movement. We look at body language and purposeful & creative movement.

We then take on the world and question some of the big issues of the human race when we study the unit - Freedom Fighters. In this unit, you construct an extended performance in small groups about a controversial theme, using various skills of drama and performance. It’s all about educating and influencing an audience.

Why Drama? Because Drama is a real-world subject that reflects on people and situations; how to interact with others, and understand them. It is the subject of

communication, compassion and creativity. It’s not just about acting!

Past Drama students have gone on to study law, teaching, psychology, tourism, and early childhood education. And yes, some have studied acting and even industry roles behind-

the-scenes too, like theatre management.

Year 9 Media ArtsThe study of every aspect of Film & Television

including designing, planning, creating, filming, editing and distribution.

In Year 9 you will study:• Genres of Film and how to show them• How to make a Short Film• Animation• Stop-Motion• How to film (Lights, Camera, Action!)• Editing Software – Photoshop, iMovie and

Premiere Pro

FTV is excellent for developing your creative skills, ‘designing eye’, and mastery of skills to work in any area of the Arts.

Humanities Faculty

Teacher – Ms Cashin

GeographyGeography is the study of places and the relationships between people and their environments. Geographers explore both the physical properties of the Earth’s surface and the human societies spread across it.

Year 9 GeographyUnit 1 – Biomes and Food SecurityIn this subject, you will study the biomes of the world, their alteration and significance as a source of food and fibre, and the environmental challenges of and constraints on expanding food production in the future. Assessment: Examination – Short answer and practical response

Unit 2 – Geographies of InterconnectionsIn this subject, you will study the interconnections between people and places through the products people buy and the effects of their production on the places that make them. Assessment: Extended response

Geography

Geography empowers you to shape change for a socially just and sustainable future.