School camps
Year 6 camp
The camp is held every year at QCCC Mapleton in Term 1. It provides opportunities for students to experience learning in an environment other than the school or their homes. Camping experiences may enable students to develop outdoor recreation skills and interests. Camps also support the school’s curriculum by enabling investigation of aspects of society that would not be possible within the school. Camps provide opportunities for students to develop independence and effective interpersonal skills. Camps allow the school to motivate, reward and celebrate positive student behaviour and effort.
Purpose
At Burpengary State School, camp provides opportunities for students to:
extend and expand learning about the curriculum
celebrate the importance of an active lifestyle by developing skills and interests in outdoor activities
develop attitudes that will promote responsible behaviours in caring for the environment
provide learning experiences that will promote:
respect
co-operation
responsibility
care and compassion
honesty
commitment
provide problem-solving strategies and responsible attitudes towards personal and group safety
encourage students to make decisions and reflect on personal well-being and the well-being of others.