30 Sep 2024
A huge congratulations to our Sixteen Year 11 students at Plumpton High School, accompanied by teachers Ms McKenzie and Mr Simonovski, who have completed their Adventurous Journey another part of the Duke of Edinburgh International Award Framework’s Gold Award.
We are immensely proud of our students courage, determination and teamwork during this difficult mental and physical challenge and grateful to Ms McKenzie, Mr Canning, and Mr Simonovski for their dedicated support in providing our students with this incredible growth opportunity.
Students followed the itinerary below for their final three days completing the Qualifying Hike component during their Adventurous Journey to the Northern Territory:
Day 7 26th September - Qualifying hike (Day 3) Jay Creek; Wake up for a morning Fire, Depart camp and hike to Fish Hole, Camp at Jay Creek for the night.
Day 8 27th September - Qualify hike (Day 4) Larapinta trail, Jay Creek to Standley Chasm via the famous and spectacular high route. Night in hotel and club meal; Rise at 4.30am, head torches on and depart camp as soon as possible, a spectacular day of scenery, views and adventure ahead as we tackle the infamous high route over the West MacDonnell Ranges,
enjoy Standley Chasm and feel the thrill of a great achievement. Check in to the hotel & enjoy a meal at the Gillen Club.
Day 9 28th September - Souvenir shopping and return flight to Sydney; Get bus pick up for 10:00am, Depart Alice Airport 12.50pm
Special thanks to Black Diamond Adventures for their assistance in helping our staff and students reach this significant milestone. We would also like to express our gratitude to The Duke of Edinburgh International Award Framework for their ongoing support of our school and students.
Tim Lloyd, Principal