Duke of Edinburgh

Bridge Awards

Congratulations to our newest Bridge Award participants. Bridgette (Year 7), Lachlan and Brianna (Year 6) all received their Record Books this week and are excited to get started. Pacific currently has 22 students competing their Level 1 and 2 Bridge Award.

The Bridge Award – Challenging and Rewarding Young Queenslanders

The Bridge Award is both fun and challenging, offering young people the opportunity to gain new skills, improve their physical fitness, participate in community service and develop a spirit of adventure.

Although a separate award and only run in Queensland, the Bridge Awards are managed by the Queensland Government – Duke of Edinburgh International Award Office. Students from 11 ½ years of age can enrol in the Bridge Awards and it is a great pathway preparing students for The Duke of Edinburgh Award Program.

The Bridge Award has two levels and each level has four sections, including:

• Service – involvement in the community and helping others;
• Skill – to develop personal interests and practical skills;
• Physical Recreation – to encourage participation in physical activity and improve fitness; and
• Adventurous Journey – to encourage a spirit of adventure and discovery.

Students and parents who are interested in the Bridge Award can contact Mr Nick Tait or Mrs Natalie Campbell for further information.

Outdoor Adventure Opportunity

We are pleased to announce the confirmation of an Outdoor Adventure opportunity in the July school holidays. The White-Water Canoeing Adventure on the Clarence River is available to Senior Students (Years 10-12) and our Duke of Edinburgh participants in the Bronze, Silver and Gold awards.

The adventure will take place from the 8^th – 11^th July and there will be costs involved for attending. If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Mr Nick Tait or Mrs Natalie Campbell prior to next Wednesday 29^th May.

Mr Nicholas Tait and Mrs Natalie Campbell, Duke of Edinburgh Award Team