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The Importance of Teamwork in Schools
Teamwork is one of the VIA character strengths that all staff and students of Investigator College regularly engage in. As defined at the VIA website here, “Teamwork means that in team situations you are committed to contributing to the team’s success.”
Creative Connections and Learning Adventures: ELC and Beyond
This fortnight has been a vibrant blend of artistic exploration, environmental engagement, and collaborative challenges for our students, offering enriching experiences and lasting memories.
The Importance of Extra-Curricular Activities in Schools
Recently, I caught up with two Investigator Old Scholars, who are now in their late 20s and thriving in their own lives and careers. During our chat, we discussed many memories of their time at Investigator. While they spoke a little of their academic interests, we really reflected on the extra-curricular offerings that Investigator College has always been able to provide.
Student Successes and Community Connections
Term 2 is always a busy term. The ELC and Junior School have both been a hive of activity!
Celebrating Community & Achievement
The College really came alive recently when we hosted an afternoon of activities designed around making the mums in our community aware of how very special and valued they are.
It is a Privilege to Serve
As we head into another busy and eventful term, each week brings reminders of the privileges we are afforded. Alongside our rich curriculum offerings, students across the Secondary School have had opportunities to participate in sporting events including AFL, volleyball, mountain bike championships, and surfing.
From Our Principal
Is it an Ant or an Elephant?
With increased emphasis being placed on the curriculum of the home as a crucial component in fostering successful, organised and resilient students, our staff-team is really enjoying working in partnership with you this year.
Is it an Ant or an Elephant?
With increased emphasis being placed on the curriculum of the home as a crucial component in fostering successful, organised and resilient students, our staff-team is really enjoying working in partnership with you this year.
The Future Holds Great Promise
It was with great pleasure that last week we released details of our new strategic plan. This followed extensive consultation, including a survey that many of you kindly completed, several forums, including with students plus numerous meetings at staff, Senior Leadership and Board level.
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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
Aspiring ecologist Django hosts water conservation event
Year 10 Investigator College Student Django Westmoreland has taken a step towards his dream of one day working as an ecologist, hosting a panel of five experts for a discussion on the future of water at Victa Cinema on Saturday, 29 June.
Students shine in Investigator’s 2024 Musical
More than 40 students from Investigator College took to the stage during the annual school musical over the weekend. The skilled young musicians and actors had been practising weekly since the start of the year and had their chance to star during three performances in Victor Harbor across Friday 28 June and Saturday 29 June.
Premiers ANZAC Spirit Prize – Izzy’s Vietnam Adventure
During the April School Holidays I was lucky enough to travel Vietnam alongside 19 other history loving students, to study the Vietnam War and it’s effects on our modern day world. This trip brought me so much: more confidence, the opportunity to try new things, a new perspective and memories I will never forget.
Honouring Sacrifice through the VWMA Excellence Awards
In a poignant ceremony held on Monday 8 April, the Virtual War Memorial Australia (VWMA) Excellence Awards celebrated the remarkable achievements of South Australian students who made exceptional contributions to the VWMA in 2023.
Exceptional Results Open Future Doors for Investigator College Graduates
Investigator College is celebrating outstanding Year 12 results for the 2023 school year, with over one-third of the 2023 graduating class achieving an ATAR above 80 and College Captain, Willem Dunkley, achieving an exceptional ATAR of 98.80.
Elsa in Australia’s top 1% for English
Investigator College Year 9 student, Elsa Carney, has been awarded Australia’s top honor, after being awarded a medal in the annual International Competitions and Assessments for Schools (ICAS) English exam for 2023.
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